The 16th Annual Ciclismo Classico Jingle Ride
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The 16th Annual Ciclismo Classico Jingle Ride

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Come one come all!

Put some antlers on your helmet, tie some jingle bells to your two-wheeled friend, and join fellow holiday merrymakers at the 16th Annual Ciclismo Classico Jingle Ride.

On Sunday, December 9th, bring family and friends to Arlington for a leisurely and festive bike parade to Boston and back.  This 22-mile ride rolls through Harvard Square, the Charles River bike path along the Esplanade, Boston Common, and Newbury Street – we may stop and sing carols for passersby, or just parade along showing some creative holiday spirit. We’ll also enjoy hot cocoa and cookies at Harvard Square,courtesy of the Harvard Square Business Association!

Join the Jingle Ride!

Date: Sunday December 9, 2012 (ride will be cancelled if there is extreme weather)

Time: registration opens at 10:15 AM, ride leaves promptly at 11 AM

Distance: 22-mile leisurely loop from Arlington to Boston and back

Starting point: Jam N’ Java, 594 Massachusetts Avenue in Arlington Center, MA   MAP

Cost: Suggested donation of $25 (children under 18 are free if accompanied by an adult).  Includes light breakfast and coffee. All proceeds go to Horizons for Homeless Children.

Note: Whether you are a tin soldier or “Olive, the Other Reindeer”, there needs to be a helmet on your head!

RSVP is required. PLEASE RSVP HERE or contact Marc at 781-646-3377.

 

Want to break in those antlers?

The following charity running races all feature a course of 5K or shorter – in case the costume begins to chafe – and a jolly after-party complete with prizes for speed and attire alike.

12/1 Special Olympics Jolly Jaunt Boston Common 5K

12/2 Cambridge 5K – Yulefest (Harvard Square)

 

12/8 SSRun (formerly known as Santa Speedo Run)

12/11 Miss Santa Holiday 5K

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Do you ride your bike regulary? Have you been on bike tours and active vacations before? Do you enjoy pushing yourself? If a perfect day is one where you're always active, consider our "Intermediate" tours. Maintain a steady pace with some challenging climbs and glorious descents over rolling terain.

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Family Avg 20–30 miles per day

If you have kids under 16, we have great options for you! With fewer hotel changes, easier biking and wheels for all ages, we've got your ideal active family holiday.

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