Rivanna Reservoir - Free Union (20 / 29, G, H)
A moderately hilly ride, this route includes a number of rollers but no major climbs. The long route includes a 1.5 mile (each way) out-and-back section at mile 6 that […]
A moderately hilly ride, this route includes a number of rollers but no major climbs. The long route includes a 1.5 mile (each way) out-and-back section at mile 6 that […]
This route is a variation of the Yancy Mills Batesville Region route. The short route cuts out Pounding Creek and the Castle Rock White Mtn legs and is more pavement […]
This ride follows the river through part of the Rapidan River – Clark Mountain Historic District, which includes some beautiful historic farms in Orange County. On the way to Rapidan […]
This fun route has lots of rollers over gravel roads but no major climbs. Stores: Mile 6 (Free Union) Route page: Owensville - Millington Click on the images below for the […]
The bike club presents… the Easiest and Most Beautiful Flat Ride… If you are not sure about riding on roads, or hills, or skinny tires, join us for a gorgeous ride on the Piney River Trail on May 8. It’s a rail-trail, mainly crushed stone, no cars, that follows the scenic Piney River. Lots of […]
This is a relatively easy, shady ride which makes several loops around the Keene / Alberene area. It has lots of ups and downs but no steep climbs. Route page: Walton School Loop Click on the icon below for the RWGPS file. * Members please indicate you will attend by signing up below. Be sure […]
This is a pleasant ride with varied terrain, and includes one moderate climb up Fox Mountain with a long, fast descent. Look out for the monastery around mile 6, famous as the home of the “Cheese Nuns”. Alerts: The first section of the descent from the top of Fox Mountain (mile 14) is fairly technical. Use […]
This out-and-back route starts at the Rockfish River and travels through some fairly isolated sections of Nelson County. You get clear views of 3 different sides of the distinctive Helm Mountain with its cell tower and fire tower on the top. Stores: None Alerts: None Route page: Helm Mountain Click on the image below for the […]
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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.
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.
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.
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