Looking for a higher “spice level” than what is provided by the A/B Withrow group but (like me) find it difficult or sometimes impossible to hang with the race pace of the A+ group?  If A/B is a jalapeno and A+ is the full-on Carolina Reaper, the intended effort level here is more of a habanero, maybe edging toward ghost pepper.  Average speed will hopefully be in the 21-22 MPH range.  We will follow the 35-mile route which goes up to 170th, east to Manning, and returns back on 122nd/117th, then around Bald Eagle Lake before finishing back at Ramsey Beach.

All riders in this group should have good group riding skills, ability to handle mechanical issues, etc., and will be expected to take turns on the front, but nobody will be expected to stay up there for an extended period.  Think of it as a team time trial; whatever you can contribute to the group effort is fine as long as you're contributing!  The goal is to keep a steady pace and go fast - as a team.

Sunset is 7:37 PM, so we should finish well ahead of this, but please have lights on your bike in case of mechanical issues which might cause delays.