Interests

Email list for "A Road Rides" The pace will range from 13.5-19+ mph depending on the elevation (Pace Level 1 on Pace Classification Grid). The length of these road rides will typically range from 60-100 miles with rest stops or regrouping at intervals of 25-40 miles. Pacelines will be common.

Email list for "B Road Rides" The pace will range from 12-18.5 mph depending on the elevation (Pace Levels 2 & 3 on Pace Classification Grid). The length of these road rides will typically range from 40-75 miles with rest stops or regrouping at intervals of 20-35 miles. Pacelines may be used.

Email list for "C Road Rides" The pace will range from 10-16.1 mph depending on the elevation (Pace Levels 4, 5 & 6 on Pace Classification Grid). The length of these road rides will typically range from 20-50 miles with rest stops or regrouping at intervals of 10-20 miles. Pacelines are occasionally used.

Email list for "D Road Rides" The pace will range from 9.5-13.5 mph depending on the elevation (Pace Levels 7 & 8 on Pace Classification Grid). The length of these road rides will typically range from 10-30 miles with rest stops or regrouping at intervals of 5-10 miles. No pacelines. These rides will often use the paved bike trails in our area.

Optional email list for "Gravel Rides" Gravel rides always include gravel sections but may also include a significant amount of pavement as well. Gravel bikes or mountain bikes are recommended for these rides. The average ride pace can vary greatly, depending on the terrain and percentage of gravel vs. pavement. Beginner gravel riders should try out a shorter “intro ride” before tackling a longer route with lots of elevation gain. The route distance is usually 10 to 35 miles. The starting location, distance, elevation gain, pace, and effort index may vary from ride to ride so be sure to read the ride description and check out the elevation profile prior to the ride. Any Ride Leader may post a gravel ride.

These rides are for those who ride off-road on single track trails and can be categorized depending on ability and comfort level as: 1) Beginner level for those new to mountain biking. 2) Novice level for those not comfortable riding trails with obstacles such as rocks, roots, sand, drop offs, step ups and water crossings. 3) Intermediate level for those experienced and comfortable riding single track trails with obstacles as listed above. 4) Advanced level for those experienced riding difficult terrain and trails rated Black Diamond. Always read the ride description to understand the intended target audience. Most rides in our area include a significant amount of climbing and of course descending and the pace depends on the terrain. Riders are expected to be self sufficient with good bike handling skills. (To be covered by insurance, there are specific rules that must be followed. Go to Membership > Insurance). NOTE: E-bikes are not allowed on most local public natural surface trails.

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E-Bikes are welcome on all BRBC Road Rides.

Post and lead BRBC rides for all levels after completing the requirements found on the Ride Leader Dashboard under Members on the Home Page.

Responsible for managing the Club's RwGPS route library for a given geographic area.

Support BRBC bicycle advocacy efforts.

The Blue Ridge Bicycle Club is proud to bring you the WNC Flyer, our annual Club fundraiser. We need lots of volunteers. It includes the full, metric, half century, and thirty mile rides which wind through the valleys south of Asheville. It is the least hilly ride in Western North Carolina, but it has plenty of rolling hills to keep all riders interested. There is terrific mountain scenery without the long mountain climbs.

Contact new members welcoming them to the club and asking in what ways BRBC can help them, printing reports on membership for Board review

Help with organizing social events for BRBC which could include Cycle-N-Suds, the Holiday Party and other events!

Help with website design, maintenance and content creation. Help is needed with graphic design, photography, content creation, content maintenance, web page design, web page coding, etc.

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