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The Arlington Loop

This ride starts in Shirlington and heads East on the Four Mile Run trail to the Mt. Vernon trail.  We follow Mt. Vernon trail past National Airport along the Potomac to Theodore Rosevelt Island then connect to the Custis Trail by going over the bridge.  Custis trail goes up by Rosslyn and parallels I-66 (hilly) and dead ends at the W&OD trail.  Make a left and follow WO&D back to Shirlington until you hit Walter Reed Drive.  At Walter Reed Drive, go right over the bridge and then first left on the Four Mile Run trail which takes you back to Shirlington Village.  Optional lunch with the group in Shirlington after the ride.

MEETING LOCATION:  
Shirlington Library 4200 Campbell Ave, Arlington, VA 22206

*Free parking on the 2nd floor of Harris Teeter parking garage or behind the library.

RIDE START TIME
10:00AM - please arrive 10 minutes early.  We leave promptly at 10am.

DISTANCE: 
16.5 Miles

TERRAIN:  
Trail/Street/Some Hills

WHAT TO BRING

Water, Snack, Sunscreen, Cash, Phone, Spare Inner Tube and CO2  Cartridge, Bike Lock *Helmets are Required on all rides

Please ensure that your bike is in good working condition and your tires are properly inflated when you arrive.