RIDE NAME: ~Oskar Blues - PrettyPlace 45
RIDE DESCRIPTON: Start at Oskar Blues in Brevard. We'll ride through DuPont Forest (2 significant climbs), then out to Pretty Place (Fred Symmes Chapel). From there back US-276/Island Ford Rd into Brevard then to Oskar Blues. We'll stop at Pretty Place (22 mi) to enjoy the view (photo op!) and an optional stop at Cedar Mountain Outpost (31 mi) for snacks/restroom.
B pace group, 15-17 avg mph (level 3-4), led by Linda
C pace group, 14-15 avg mph (level 4-5), led by Dawn
Our goal is to ride as a group, in this case two groups, one a little faster than the second group.
Always ensure you have the route and are fully self-sufficient to complete the ride on your own. Have the ride leader's cell number if dropped so you can let us know.
PARKING CONSIDERATIONS: Park away from the food truck/entrance and use the grass lot if needed.
HYDRATION, NOURISHMENT AND AVAILABILITY OF RESTROOMS: Restrooms available at start.
EQUIPMENT: Helmets and water bottles are mandatory. Have the route on your bike computer, phone, or printed cue sheet. Front facing headlights and rear blinking lights are highly recommended for this ride and required on the Blue Ridge Parkway unless appropriate reflectors are attached. Your bike must be equipped with the necessary lights or reflectors in accordance with applicable North Carolina and federal law and statutes governing bicycles. You should be fully self-sufficient for repair of flat tires or small mechanical issues.
NOTE: All rides leave promptly at the time stated. Give yourself enough time (at least fifteen minutes) to get your bike unloaded and all geared up!
WEATHER: Please remember if the weather looks "iffy" or gets bad before the start date and time, then the ride leaders may not be there and you will be riding on your own. We will try to send out an email if that happens, but Western NC is a very large area and some places could be sunshine and other places bad weather.
If you are not a BRBC member, please sign the waiver prior to the ride and let the ride leader know. Waiver and Release of Liability
Rider's Responsibilities