TRIKKE Tampa, Suncoast Trail Ride

It looks like this weekend is really going to be beautiful so we're going to get out, enjoy the scenery, burn some calories and have some fun. With temps in the upper 70's it's going to be perfect Trikking weather.

This weeks ride will be on the Suncoast Trail - Sunday - February 19, 2006 - 1:00pm. We'll meet at the Lutz Lake Fern road trail head. See directions below. I should be there by 12:30pm.

Our rides are NOT exclusive to TRIKKE Tampa members. Everyone is invited so pass the word.

Suncoast Trail
The Suncoast Trail is officially designated as part of Florida’s Statewide Greenways and Trails System. Opened in 2001, this non-motorized paved trail was developed as part of the Suncoast Parkway. Paralleling the parkway, the trail begins in northern Hillsborough County and proceeds north through Pasco and Hernando counties, traversing suburban, agricultural and natural areas. Throughout the trail, rest/interpretive areas illustrate historical significance, emphasize transitions between ecological communities and identify native species. Among the trail’s highlights is the segment adjacent to the Jay B. Starkey Wilderness Park. This section crosses various rivers and creeks, including the Anclote and Pithlachascotee, and provides views of beautiful natural communities. The Suncoast Trail will eventually serve as a key regional connector, linking to other projects such as the Good Neighbor Trail, the Upper Tampa Bay Trail and the Pinellas Trail.

- Trailhead at Lutz Lake Fern Road (southern terminus of trail)
From Tampa, take Dale Mabry Highway (CR 597) north to Lutz Lake Fern Road. Take a left (heading west) and continue for approximately 3 miles until you pass under the Suncoast Parkway. Trailhead is on the right. Click Here for Printer Friendly Map. We'll try and ride to at least SR 52 Trailhead and back. I'm not sure on the mileage.

If you plan to ride please send me an email with your name and phone number letting me know. Having this list will help ensure everyone is accounted for before the ride begins. It also helps us to notify everyone of any last minute changes that might occur. Don't forget to take my phone number with you in case something comes up so you can give us a call and let us know. We don't want to leave anyone behind.

For the riders that feel like they don't have enough experience to ride with us you shouldn't worry. We have riders of all experience levels so you won't be left behind. If you want I can work with you to help you ride better before we get started to make your ride more enjoyable.

The picture below is from our last ride at Ft. Desoto Park on January 29th. It was windy that day but we had a very nice ride with a very good turnout. Click the image to enlarge.

Feel free to call me or send an email to let me know you're going to be there so we can expect you. You can reply to this email, call (813) 610-7384 or email me at andy@trikketampa.com .