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Nortonsville – Boonesville (21 / 38, A / B, MH)

Free Union School 4220 Free Union Road, Free Union, VA

This route travels in a counterclockwise direction in northern Albemarle County.  The short route comes back on Free Union Road from Boonesville, while the long route continues along Blackwells Hollow and Browns Gap Turnpike to White Hall.  The long route also includes a flat out and back on Wesley Chapel before returning to the start. […]

Blenheim – Woodridge – Antioch (36 / 41, A/B, MH)

Walton Middle School 4217 Red Hill Road, Charlottesville, VA, United States

This somewhat hilly route passes through Blenheim and Woodridge, makes a long loop south toward Scottsville, then returns through Woodridge and Blenheim a second time. For those interested in such things, it passes the historic Trump Winery. Stores:  Mile 10 (Woodridge); mile 28 (Woodridge) Alerts:  The first and last miles are on Route 20; fast, […]

Tour de Greene (21 / 45 / 64, MH)

Tour de Greene 126 Main St, Stanardsville, VA, United States

Explore the picturesque country roads of Greene County Virginia on the Tour de Greene.  This year's event is sponsored and proceeds will go to Feeding Greene, the food pantry of Greene County. Tour information: https://www.greeneva.bike/Services Pre-registration is required.  $50 early registration ends Sunday, September 29 at midnight.  $60 registration until registration closes October 10.  Lunch will […]

Shenandoah Fall Foliage Bike Festival (Gravel 31, MH) (Paved 13 / 32 / 62 / 104, MH)

Shenandoah Fall Foliage Festival 2000 Shutterlee Mill Rd, Staunton, VA, United States

The Shenandoah Fall Foliage Bike Festival offers a full weekend of cycling in some of the most beautiful parts of Virginia.  Constant vistas of the Blue Ridge and Allegheny Mountains enhance your enjoyment of the scenic countryside of the Shenandoah Valley. Tour information: Shenandoah Fall Foliage Festival Here are the links to the RWGPS files: […]

Woodridge – Alberene (34 / 44, A / B, MH)

Walton Middle School 4217 Red Hill Road, Charlottesville, VA, United States

This very scenic, moderately hilly ride is a variation of the Scottsville – Howardsville routes.  It also starts out through the rolling countryside to Blenheim and Woodridge.  The long route heads through Scottsville and takes you along James River Road before it goes through Esmont on the way to Alberene.  The short route does not […]

Madison – Orange (40 / 47, A / B, MH)

Madison Social Services 101 South Main Street, Madison, VA, United States

This rolling, scenic route includes the areas to the east and south of Madison County. It includes a moderate, fairly steep climb up Little Skyline Drive outside of Orange for some exceptional views. Stores: Mile 21 (Orange) Alerts:  Both routes cross US 29 twice, at the beginning and end of the ride. Use caution. Route […]

Nelson – Amherst (36 / 44 / 58, A / B, H)

Blue Ridge Medical Center 4038 Thomas Nelson Hwy, Arrington, VA, United States

A bit far from Charlottesville, this ride is well worth the drive. The terrain is varied, including flatter, open stretches as well as hilly, wooded sections. Enjoy the great mountain views. NOTE: Do not park in the Health Department parking lot.  Park in the employee parking lot off of Arrington Rd. Stores:  Mile 0 (Colleen); […]

Scottsville – Yogaville (29 / 37 / 52, A / B, MH)

Scottsville Dorrier Park 250 Page Street, Scottsville, VA, United States

Mostly open but with some hills, this ride takes you through the countryside on both sides of the James River. The long route goes through the Yogaville Satchidananda Ashram with its striking domed shrine. You can visit the shrine by taking a 1-mile side trip; follow the signs when you reach Yogaville (just past the […]

White Hall – Stanardsville (47, A / B, H)

White Hall Community Building 2904 Browns Gap Turnpike, Crozet, VA, United States

This scenic route begins in Albemarle County and takes you onto some favorite roads in Greene County.  It is a longer version of other White Hall routes, with a nice descent back into White Hall. Stores: Mile 30 (Dyke) Alerts:  None Route page: White Hall - Stanardsville Click on the image below for the RWGPS page. * […]

Woodridge – Keene (43, A / B, MH)

Crossroads Store 4916 Plank Rd, North Garden, VA, United States

This route takes you on familiar roads east and south of North Garden on a 34 mile loop with a 4.5 mile out and back on Plank Rd. Stores: Mile 0 (Crossroads); mile 18 (Woodridge) Alerts: There is about one mile on Route 20 at mile 10; fast, moderate traffic. Use caution. Route page: Woodridge - Keene Click […]

Barboursville – Little Skyline (40 / 46, A / B, H / MH)

Barboursville Firehouse 5251 Spotswood Trail, Barboursville, VA, United States

This route loops north and east through western Orange County, then crosses the Rapidan river into southern Madison County. Heading north and east again, it crosses the Rapidan river a second time, climbs up and over Little Skyline Drive, and returns past Montpelier (the home of James and Dolly Madison). The terrain is modestly hilly, […]

Scottsville Short Loop (36, A / B, MH)

Walton Middle School 4217 Red Hill Road, Charlottesville, VA, United States

A slightly longer variation on the Keene-Esmont route, this ride has a nice balance of shady and open roads. Stores:  Mile 11.5 (Keene); Mile 22 (Porters; to the left as you cross Route 6) Route page: Scottsville Short Loop Click on the image below for the RWGPS page. * Please indicate you will attend by […]

NOTE:  We officially cancel rides only if we consider conditions to be unsafe (high winds, ice/snow, etc.).  Otherwise rides take place whether or not people comment about attending.  Each member should make their own decision about riding based on the forecast.

Important Reminder

Be sure to have the route on your phone or bike computer, and/or have a map or cue sheet.

Ride Classification

For details on how group rides are categorized, check out the Ride Classification guidelines.

Requirements For Riders

All riders are required to have a helmet; a taillight, Road ID and a rear-view mirror is strongly recommended.  You are also expected to have adequate fluids and a road-worthy bicycle in good repair.  Many rides, but not all, will include the opportunity to stop at a store to replenish supplies.

You should be prepared to fix a flat tire and perform other minor repairs on the roadside.  If you are new to cycling and are not comfortable with these procedures, don’t let that stop you.  However, you might want to talk to a more experienced member before the ride so the group is prepared to help if necessary.

Safety On The Road

The club considers safety to be our very highest priority.  Please review the information on the Safety Page before you join us for a ride.

We hope that you will find this site helpful; your questions and comments are welcomed.

Scheduling

Start times are based on seasonal averages.  Because of the inability to ensure everyone is informed of a last-minute change, scheduled rides will not change based on predicted weather and temperature.  Also, club rides generally will not show as “canceled” on the calendar.  All riders have their personal thresholds for temperature, wind, and moisture, and are expected to use their best judgment about whether to ride on a given day.  CBC encourages all members to exercise caution.  If in doubt, please use the comment section on the ride calendar page to communicate with other potentially interested riders. 

Questions?

Two options, please post to our Facebook Group or contact us.