Fslnhpp 2021

[jrenaut]

All –

I missed the Freezing Saddles Last Night Hains Point Party in 2019 because earlier that day I had surgery to repair my torn Achilles. I missed it in 2020 because of COVID. It is difficult to express how much I am looking forward to it this year. And it’s on a Friday! So most of us can sleep in afterwards!

Who’s in? I am trying to motivate myself to make some delicious snacks. I’m even thinking about dragging the kids down on the early side (Gremlin 2 may need the miles if she wants the Pointless Kids title this year).

This is one of my favorite things about Freezing Saddles. Being at Hains Point late at night is just weird – it’s full of people, but NO ONE even bats an eyelash at a bunch of cyclists riding stupid laps. Except for that raccoon that one year, but I think he wanted a shot of Steve O’s limoncello.

Anyway, i hope to see everyone there.

[consularrider]

I should be in town and will have had half of my vaccination

[jrenaut]

There is plenty of room at Hains Point for distancing – I do not expect to be vaccinated by then but I am strongly opposed to organizing super-spreader events

[LhasaCM]

I’m also on track to be half-vaccinated (or fully if I end up getting the J&J one?) Not that it matters for this. I have already started negotiating my release to at least make an appearance (solo).

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[jrenaut]

For those not familiar, not to toot my own horn, but this is the origin. It is one of the best days of the year.

[cvcalhoun]

I’m planning on being there. I’ll be two weeks past my last vaccination. Still planning to socially distance, but not being as obsessive as I once was.

[secstate]

There’s a small chance I’ll escape town for the weekend but definitely won’t miss it if I’m around.

[Steve O]

I am thrilled that jrenaut will make his triumphant return to the FSLNHPP. I have attended every single one, and I will, of course, be there again with a toasting beverage and possibly some other good cheer.

If you drive, and the gates are open (they usually are), then you can park here, especially if you are bringing music or balloons or hype dancers or anything else to add to the festivities.
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This is where we will congregate (distanced) for the final lap about 11:35. We’ll take the final lap, curse the winter that we are leaving behind, and drink a toast to another Freezing Saddles season. Then a group photo as best we can (night photos with proper distancing can be tricky).
As jrenaut pointed out, this year it’s on a Friday night, so I expect a record-breaking group of badasses to still be there at midnight for the toast.

I agree: the FSLNHPP is the highlight of Freezing Saddles, and it’s not to be missed.

[drevil]

@Steve O 209263 wrote:

If you drive, and the gates are open (they usually are), then you can park here, especially if you are bringing music or balloons or hype dancers or anything else to add to the festivities.

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What if the gates are closed? Will this still happen? I was there one night last week and the gate was closed at night so I didn’t do a lap.

[jrenaut]

@drevil 209273 wrote:

What if the gates are closed? Will this still happen? I was there one night last week and the gate was closed at night so I didn’t do a lap.

If the gates are closed, we’ll improvise.

[Claudiak]

When does this gathering begin? What should we bring? I couldn’t find the details. [emoji854]

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[Steve O]

@Claudiak 209684 wrote:

When does this gathering begin? What should we bring? I couldn’t find the details. [emoji854]

Come whenever you like. The earlier you arrive, the more miles you can rack up. If you intend to stay until the just-before-midnight toast, plan your arrival time accordingly.
In past years, most of the late nighters tend to arrive after 9. Others have come after work to ride some laps before heading out earlier.

Bring whatever food and drink you need to sustain yourself. Prepare for the weather, of course. And a face mask for when we gather, and for riding if that works for you.
In past years we have had a social gathering spot with food, drink and celebratory decorations. The absolute best was the year Sarah Bee had an injury that prevented her from riding, so she hosted the FSLNHPP party spot. That location, as indicated on the map earlier on this thread, will still serve as the connection point. That’s where you will want to stop if you are resting between laps or if you want to connect with other riders to circle with.
People have brought brownies, snacks and other items to share in the past. Feel free to do so if you like; I know it will be welcomed by others.

Given COVID, the party atmosphere will be toned down a bit. If you want to bring streamers, balloons, laser light show or anything else to liven the festivities please do.

I will bring a toasting beverage, but others are welcome to supplement with their favorite toasting beverage.

I hope that answers your questions. Please post additional questions here, so that we can answer for everyone.

[SarahBee]

Event gurus- happy to bring the party Mini down again and wondering how best I could safely provide snacks etc. in the Covid environment. Gloves? Sanitizer? Disposable plastic tarp for the trunk? Hand sanitizer give always? Any thoughts/suggestions? Trying to do something safely if feasible.

[bmillah]

I was fortunate enough to have attended in 2018 and 2019 and had a lot of fun.

I anticipate being there again on Friday and hamster-ing HP late into the night.

[Steve O]

@SarahBee 209854 wrote:

Event gurus- happy to bring the party Mini down again and wondering how best I could safely provide snacks etc. in the Covid environment. Gloves? Sanitizer? Disposable plastic tarp for the trunk? Hand sanitizer give always? Any thoughts/suggestions? Trying to do something safely if feasible.

Do you have one of those t-shirt guns?

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