4/12/2008 PA Randonneurs 200K Brevet

A record number of riders (over 40) turned out for the PA Randonneurs 200km brevet, including 12 from the DC Randonneurs region.

The ride started at the Weisel Youth Hostel in Quakertown, PA at 6:15AM, after Tom Rosenbauer announced a 15 minute delay because of rain and thunder. Weather during the day alternated between dense fog, overcast skies, and sunny clear skies, but the rain never returned!

The route was a beautiful loop to the north of Quakertown, including several long climbs through woodland accompanied by cascading streams. But there were also many mellow sections, so that the total climbing averaged out to around 9000 feet.

Thanks to Tom and the PA Randonneurs for a well-run event with great food and socializing both before and after the event.

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items are from 12 Apr 2008.