RIDE NAME: BGLEN-Town & Country 26 - Level 6, 26 Mi/1,635’/+6.8% max grade
RWGPS LINK: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/51943378?privacy_code=Kcb7bYhoKTzKB8ynecCiGp95bcpx0dpC
RIDE DESCRIPTION: A casual ride for folks who want to enjoy the company of others. This
is a 26-mile, level 6 ride with elevation gain of about 1,635 feet (63 ft/mile) and a
maximum climbing grade of 6.8%. We will attempt to keep the average speed under 13
mph. The ride may, if necessary, be divided into two groups to accommodate the variety of
riders. This is a NO-DROP Ride, however, in case you find yourself inadvertently dropped
and in need of help, be sure you have the ride leader's contact info and call or text them for
support.
PARKING CONSIDERATIONS: Please park in the parking lot behind the church.
HYDRATION, NOURISHMENT AND AVAILABILITY OF RESTROOMS: Bring your own water
and snacks. Restrooms are not always available.
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 an email if that happens, but Western NC is a very large area and some places
could be sunshine and other places bad weather.
NON-MEMBER RIDERS (GUESTS): As a participant in a BRBC ride, you must sign the
"Waiver and Release of Liability" found here:
https://brbcnc.clubexpress.com/content.aspx?page_id=331&club_id=285841&item_id=7295
RIDER'S RESPONSIBILITIES: https://brbcnc.clubexpress.com/content.aspx?page_id=22&club_id=285841&module_id=404933
Responsibilities - Blue Ridge Bicycle Club