Have you heard about Gravel Biking and wanted to give it a try? Then this ride is for you! We're going to ride past fields and through forests on gravel roads with easy hills. This will be a No-Drop ride meaning we will not leave anyone behind and occasionally stop to collect all of the riders.
10-12 miles at a 10-12 mph pace
Route: mostly gravel and usually friendly conditions but those graders and chloride can hit at any time so no promises.
Parking and meet up is at Deerfield Hills Nature Area
Required Gear:
· Dirt road capable bike in proper working condition! CX, Gravel, Fat, MTB, Hybrid & dirt road capable E-Bikes are all welcome on this ride. We do not recommend tires under 30mm in width. 35mm+ is preferred.
· HELMET no exceptions
· Water
Recommended Gear:
· Rear red light, front white light
· Flat Kit (spare tube, pump/co2 inflator and CO2/tire lever/multi-tool with appropriate tools for your bike)
· Cell phone
· Snack
· Weather appropriate clothing
· Padded cycling shorts
Group Ride Etiquette:
• Show up prepared and on time. Out of respect for others we will not delay the ride start for someone who is late. It is completely okay if you are familiar with the route and have a plan to catch up. In other words, if you are late, plan to find us on the route.
• Use hand signals to indicate stopping & turning. If you are riding in a pack please also point out the most egregious potholes, sudden loose gravel, etc. If you'd like to familiarize yourself with hand signals you can watch this video by GCN here:
• Call out traffic: "Car Up" and "Car Back"
• SAFETY FIRST. When you hear "car up" and "car back" it is your responsibility to move to the side of the road and ride single file. This is a group ride, we need to share the road and cars always win!
• KINDNESS MATTERS. This group is intentional in our efforts to help people grow as cyclists. If you are a more experienced cyclist please take the time to help others when the opportunity arises. Examples: (1) When someone is learning to ride clipped in and they fall over at a stop sign, help them up and remind them it is extremely common (2) If someone doesn't signal it may be that they just don't know they should. Lead by example and/or kindly let them know where a signal would be appropriate
• If someone is having a mechanical issue on the ride and you are able to help, please do!
Bathrooms: Seasonal port-a-potties at the parking lot
Parking: Free parking is available at the Deerfield Hills Nature Area
In case of rain the ride will be canceled.
Any Questions can be directed to Heather Durham per messenger
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