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The great weather, well marked routes, and camaraderie made for many smiles during the ride and pit stops.	Discover Hudson Valley cyclists were treated to a stunning panorama of the Catskills--just one of many amazing sights on the ride.	All routes, from 15 to 100 miles, crossed the Walkway over the Hudson, one of the best and most anticipated highlights of the ride.
Some cyclists had the opportunity to meet Fred Schaeffer, chairman of the Walkway over the Hudson, and the main driving force behind making the walkway project happen. Fun fact: Schaeffer is also an avid cyclist!	Cyclists and pedestrians happily shared the Walkway over the Hudson--we reminded cyclists to go slow and yeild to pedestrians.	Presenting sponsor Zipcar added some fun to the festival at Dutchess Community College.
Associate sponsor Zico was also there to quench riders' thirsts with tasty coconut water.	New Hamburg offered stunning views like this one--a wonderful way to find relaxation in quiet thoughts and the simple rhythm of pedaling.	For some, the Discover Hudson Valley Ride was a team effort.
Nothing compares to the determination and triumph of conquering a challenging route! In this photo, a cyclist passes a Rhinebeck sheep farm (see those fluffy white spots in the background?)	Feels so good!	Got a flat tire or other minor mechanical mishap? We had you covered!
Bike New York's friendly volunteers were there to do everything from setting up, to helping decipher maps and cue sheets, to serving food at rest areas.	Cyclists passed historic Poughkeepsie sights such as Reservoir Square Park.	The weather was perfect for this year's Discover Hudson Valley Ride on June 26, 2011. Cyclists enjoyed comfortable temperatures, great roads, and fabulous views--not to mention helpful volunteer marshals to assist along the way!
Dutchess County Tourism and Dutchess Community College were a huge help--we couldn't have produced the ride without them!	Cyclists had the opportunity to participate in a Class on Wheels led by Bike New York's education operations director, Emilia Crotty. (The students were wearing vests so Emilia could keep track of them on the route).	At the end of the day, everyone was exhausted, but it was the good kind of tired.