Meet in the parking lot near the picnic shelter/miniature golf.
Primary ride leader: Mark Davidson, (859)749-2034 Additional ride leaders: Paul Rawlings
Distance: 35-40
Pace: B/C Pace (12-14 mph)
Terrain: 4 - Strenuous Rollers, 5 - Hilly, 6 - Significant Climbs
Map and cue sheet both provided
The ride will have regrouping,
The ride is swept
Rain cancels - check bgcycling.org forum one hour before if unsure
Restroom facilities are available at the starting location
There will not be a store stop
Overall Difficulty:
Ride is strenuous to very strenuous due to the climbing in the Red River Gorge area.
Details:
Join us for a trip through the RRG "the easy way". From Slade to Pine Ridge on Hwy 15 and out to Sky Bridge avoiding the infamous climb to Sky Bridge.
Back through RRG through the Nada Tunnel. Restrooms are available at trailheads. Gladie Visitor Center has not opened on Wednesdays yet so bring plenty of water. Optional 2 mile climb up to the Civilian Conservation Center on Tarr Ridge Road.
Two paces: slow B/C and a faster B/C. Faster folks always welcome.
*Lights recommended for the tunnel*.
Links:
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/14590163