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White Hall – Dyke – Free Union (38, A / B, H)

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

This is another version of a club favorite scenic tour of western Albemarle County.  It goes up Blackwells Hollow first and then continues to Dyke before returning through Free Union. […]

Onan – Batesville – North Garden (30 / 40 / 46, A / B, H)

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

From the Crossroads Store, this hilly ride goes through Batesville the scenic way through peach orchards and Ennis Mtn Rd.  It then crosses back over US 29 and comes back […]

MadPeper (42 / 52, A / B, MH)

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

One of the great favorites in the region, this ride covers northern Madison County and extends into Culpeper County. There are exceptional views of the rolling countryside and the mountains; […]

Shenandoah Valley – Goshen Pass (59, A / B, MH)

Riverheads High School 19 Howardsville Rd, Staunton, VA, United States

A great combination of open and shaded roads with stunning views and one major climb, this ride takes you through the Shenandoah Valley south and west of Greenville, VA. The […]

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 […]

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.