Hiltons Social ride- Hilton VA Elementary School, 12-30 Miles to Carter Fold or Mendota and return, Every week, weather permiting.
Departs 6pm Monday evenings during daylight savings time, or on Sundays at 2pm during winter standard time. TCRC 2023.
SOME OTHER LOCAL EVENTS 2023
Roan Groan: 30/55 miles, 4065' elevation gain. June 1, 2024 (1st Sat), USCF.
Elizabethton to Carvers Gap: 80, 55, 30 miles. Map, Sponsored by the Carter County
Carter County Omnium:
8:30am, June 1-2, 2024, USCF. Johnson City, TN 120+ riders, Fee
7thRide Like Hale Metric Chip Hale Center
Benefit Ride, Sat. August 19, 2023. 2024???. Rogersville, TN. 62m /36 /21 /2.25 Minimum support ride. $25 before August 3th.
WEEKLY AND SHOP RIDES 2024
MONDAY 6:00 PM: Group Ride (B to D) – Hiltons Social Ride hosted by the Tri Cities Road Club (TCRC), Hiltons Elementary School, Hiltons, VA. – 12/16 and 25/30 Mile Ride Routes. Riders of any ability are encouraged to attend. 12/16 Mile Ride Routes are easy paced rides along the river to Carter Fold and back to the school. 25/30 mile Ride Routes are usually faster paced and go to Mendota/Federal Road as time allows. Both rides go from the school along the river and out to Carter’s Fold at an easy social pace where the group will split and the riders going to Mendota can ride at the own pace, while the other group heads back to the school. There is usually some social time with food/snacks/drinks in the Elementary school parking lot after the ride. 26 mile route- https://www.strava.com/routes/3079554509619335884 28 mile loop route- https://www.strava.com/athletes/44725304
TUESDAYS 5:30 or 6:00 PM REEDY CREEK BICYCLES LLC: Kingsport - We have an A, B and C groups. Please share and invite your friends.
The ride starts in the Kingsport Aquatic Center parking lot at 6:00 PM, or if you want a few more miles(6), there is a group that leaves from Reedy Creek Bicycles at 5:30 PM.
The 26 mile Short Ride - A single lap route, and much less competitive ride, either from the shop or from the YMCA parking lot. It is 6 miles less if you do not ride from Reedy Creek Bicycles LLC. It will be an easy pace and will have a ride leader to make sure you are not left out. Rolling terrain.
Short Ride from Shop- https://www.strava.com/routes/3083073338522008174 The 42 mile (3 laps) Long Ride- A ride designed as a fun competitive group ride. We will do 2 or 3 laps of our 7 mile loop, with all right turns. We will offer A, B, or C categories if the number of riders allow. If you decide to park at the Kingsport Aquatic Center it will be 6 miles less than leaving from Reedy Creek Bicycles LLC. All riders welcome! There will normally be a ride leader for the B or C group to manage the pace.
Long Ride from Shop- https://www.strava.com/routes/3083074357677711598 On the last Tuesday of the month, this ride is usually replaced with the Baileyton Brawl, a long loop ride down Beech Creek and back Horton Highway, 48-54 miles.
For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/pg/ReedyCreekBicycles/posts/?ref=page_internal
TUESDAYS 6:00 PM THE BIKE SHOP: Johnson City: Ride will recur every Tuesday, weather permitting . We will ride out at 6pm from our location. With four different routes varying from 19,22,25,30 miles this is a no-drop ride and consist mainly of two groups, A riders and B to C riders. Come out and ride with us!
For routes info go to https://www.thebikeshopjc.com/articles/local-rides-pg181.htm
WEDNESDAYS 6:00 PM: 20 Mile Gravel ride on the Tweetsie TrailTHE LOCAL MOTION CYCLERY: Johnson City - , Start time is 6pm, weather permitting, YEAR ROUND, helmets required.
Two groups that do the Wednesday Tweetsie gravel rides:
"Moderate Ralph's" ride at a moderate pace for 20+/- miles with the last 4 miles at riders own pace, sometimes it gets "heated"!
"Laid Back Lucy's" ride at a party pace for 10-12 miles, group stays together and is a "social" ride! Tweetsie Route
THURSDAY 5:45 or 6:00 PM: Thursday Night Ride (TNR), hosted by Tri Cities Road Club (TCRC). Ride will promptly start at 6:00PM from the 2101 SIGNAL DRIVE, JOHNSON CITY parking lot behind Knights pizza, The route is moderately hilly with a 2 mile, 4.5% climb up Buffalo Mountain at the end. Total Ride Distance is 28 Miles for the short route and 36 miles for our long route: Two Groups!
First 28 mile Group departs at 5:45pm. This group is hosted by our community leaders John Crump, Billy Brown, and Scott Chapman. This is a great way for beginners, casual cyclist, and those less competitive to come out and enjoy riding with friends. NO DROP RIDE
Second Group departs at 6:00pm. This groups will be hosted by several TCRC members. This will be for our more avid cyclist and those that are more competitive. For the 6pm ride, you must be familiar with the route and able to complete basic roadside repair such as fixing a flat. 28 mile Short Loop is (NO DROP RIDE), so no rider will be left alone or behind intentionally for any reason!
36 mile Long Loop is NOT a no drop ride.
The THIRD Thursday of every month the ride will be ridden from the MARY HUGHES SCHOOL in Piney Flats. 21 Piney Flats Short Loop is (NO DROP RIDE), so no rider will be left alone or behind intentionally for any reason!
28 Piney Long Loop is NOT a no drop ride.
SUNDAY 9:00-12 AM: TCRC Group Ride (Bob’s Sunday Spin) - LOCAL MOTION CYCLERY,
The SUNDAY ride is meant to be fun. A Recovery Ride. eBike friendly. Cyclist of all skill levels are welcomed to join Bob’s Sunday Spin. This is our most social and fun ride of the week. Don’t expect to set PRs or new speed records on this ride. This ride is all about enjoying riding your bike in beautiful Northeast Tennessee. The route varies slightly from week to week, but participants should be prepared for a 30-35 mile moderately hilly ride at a casual pace. It is a No Drop Ride. Ride is Weather Dependent.
MONDAY-SATURDAY Mornings- 2-3 rides per week, various times. MEN OF LEISURE. Routes, Days and Times varies from week to week. Regulars are commonly notified via Text but notifications are SOMETIMES also posted on Facebook here: Johnson City Cycling Club.
Routes are typically 35-41 miles at a 16mph average pace, usually leaving from Gray, Piney Flats or Jonesboro, 8-10AM. These are no-drop rides that regroup regularly. All adult riders welcome.
WED & FRI @ 7:45 -SATURDAY @ 9 AM, - JUST RIDE BIKES & FITNESS often has an 18-20 mile beginner/ novice ride at a
leisuely pace, normally incorperating low traffic city streets and the Greenbelt.
Race Day Events Series April-October, 2023, Knoxville,TN area. Your chance to sign up for groups of rides/races for as little as $25 each. Act by April 1st
18thCycle North Carolina Coastal Ride: April 26-28, 2024 in Washington, NC,
P.O. Box 12727, Research Triangle Park, NC 27709. Fully sagged bike tour. 1-800-277-8763. ncas*interpath.com
11thBRAT: Bike Ride Across Tennessee Paris 100, April 18-18, 2024. Sponsored by the
TN State Parks Dept.. Starting in Middle Tennessee at Paris Landing State Park State Park,TN. Plan for a 100 or 60 mile on Sat and 60 or 30 on Sunday. Cost: $140 for 2 days. Look below for information about the ride such as the route, and menu. Full support the entire route with 4 Rest stops 15-20 miles apart both days. We will also offer a room rate at each location if camping is not your thing. Director Ryan.Forbess AT state.tn.us(731) 358-9724 CST.
29thCheaha Challenge Grand Fondo Century 7:30AM (102m) Sat-Sunday May 18-19`, 2024, Jacksonville, AL, 600 rider limit"Toughest Ride in the South", 9,714 feet of climbing, the ULTRA 12,835 feet of climbing, 24, 44, 62, 84, 100 and the ULTRA - 124 miles (200K)
20th Cycle Zydeco!, EAT, DANCE, DRINK, THEN RIDE A BICYCLE TO THE NEXT FESTIVE LOCATION.
April 3-7, 2024, 300++ riders, 160-250 miles, This is a 4 day casual touring ride with food & live music. The main routes average about 40 miles (65 km) per day. We also offer longer route options each day that average over 62 miles (100 km). All routes include points of interest such as brewery tours, swamp tours and other good times that you will find in Acadiana, $505 includes most meals, camping, shuttles and SAG (support and gear) support. Hotels are optional., Cajun Country
The Redbud Ride April 20, 2024, 8AM (102, 730, 58, 34, 24m) London,KY, $25 and up
27thBurnsville Metric 9AM (65km - 200km, 1811')
:May 04, 2024, 300 riders, Burnsville, NC . . . Review This years ride will again be Clockwise- reverse of the "original" CCW route.
42ndFlorida Bicycle SafariThe six-day Safari is limited to 250
participants. Loop from Live Oak, FL, April 13-18, 2024, $225
The Sequatchi 3-Mountain Challenge
Saturday Oct 5, 2024 , $35, 1000+ riders. The rigorous 100-mile option will take you through 3 states
(Tennessee, Alabama and Georgia) and over 3 mountains (Suck Creek, Sand and Lookout)
with a total elevation gain of 9730 feet. The moderate 62-mile option remains in 1 state
and crosses 1 mountain., Chattanooga, TN
29th Tour De Blount: May 11, 2024 25/50/75 milers. Maryville TN, 8:00AM $50 , 600+ riders,
www.foothillstriders.org Foothill Striders: a running, hiking and biking club. cue sheet
47th
Assault on Mt. Mitchell /Marion: Monday May 20, 2024, Spartainburg, SC. 6:30am, The
masocistic Climb the East's Highest Mtn. 6684' up on this 100 mile ride, 11,237'
(hardest subsegment Hwy 80, 9.7 miles of the 20 = 5.8%, 1505 ft/3.9 miles 385 ft/mile 7.3% ),
(State Park 1325 ft/4.35 miles 305 ft/mile 5.8%, (hardest subsegment)2.2 miles of the 4.35 = 7.8%)
44thHorsey Hundred:Memorial Day weekend May 24-26, 2024, Georgetown College, KY,The Bluegrass Cycling Club Hosts this annual ride based from the Georgetown
College campus around the manicured horse country. Saturday offers 25, 42, 62, 82, and 102 mile routes,
while Sunday's routes are 25, 34, 52, and 75 miles. 1300 rider limit. A past favorite of many KBAers
20th Cherohala Challenge Smokey Mtn. Wheelmen event. 7:30am, June 1, 2024. 115, 62,53, 35 mile loops with 9080 feet of climbing. Starts in Tellico Plains. $45. 500 rider limit. "This ride will be one of the most scenic, challenging routes you've ever
ridden." Metric and 50 miler options available.
20th Katy Trail Ride, June 17-21, 2019, Reg opens March 1st, 241 miles: 39,37,51,68,38 miles /5 days Mon-Fri, Clinton to St. Charles, MO, camping, $400 (+$70 shuttle). Missouri State Parks
*** Bike Virginia *** Ride the River: 34th six day
June 21-26, 2024, Tour: Beuna Vista and Lewisburg VA - GREENBRIER & SHENANDOAH VALLEY ,$539-599, Includes most food. Evening beer/wine garden. 1600 rider limit. Camp/motel in a 220-350 mile route. You'll always have your car at camp. Very well organized.
A past favorite of many past KBAers.
22thBlood, Sweat and Gears
: God's Country Century Challenge: June 22, 2024, 7:30AM at Boone, NC Mall. 13,000+' of climbing.
Flatter 45 mile option available. 600 + 200 riders. $80 if preregistered.
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce
18thHot Doggett 100 & Devils Fork Metric: July 13, 2024 100/62/30 milers with 10000'/6600'/3900' ascents, $45 pre-registration, includes T-Shirt and post ride meal. Mars Hill, NC, 7:30AM,
Madison County Rotary Club,
25thBon Ton Roulet: (Let the Good Times Roll),
July 20-27, 2024, Loop from Cortland, NY around the Finger Lakes region. 312-505 miles (+/-)/ two options each day.
36-61 miles per day. $650. 350 rider limit. Camping with Breakfast, Snacks and Dinner included.
RAGBRAI 51: the Registers Annual Great Bike Ride Across Iowa,
July 20-27, 2024, Iowa, 10,000+ riders camping and partying their way across Iowa in July. Who could ask for more?
Blue Ridge Brutal 100: August 17, 2024, 57,76,102m, 10,000+'
Ashe Civic Center,
P.O.Box 1102, West Jefferson NC 28694, 336-246-4483. 300 riders. Endless rolling
hills. Always well organized, plenty of well stocked rest stops, great scenery.
Good Bridge to Bridge trainer.
35thBRAT: Bike Ride Across Tennessee, Sept. 14-19, 2024. Sponsored by the
TN State Parks Dept..
BRAT will have 2 basecamp2 for this great ride - Fall Creek Falls and Cumberland Mtn State Parks! Each day will feature out and back rides of about 50 - 70 miles returning to the basecamp SP. Access to your car every day! Cost: $450? for 6 days (single days $75/ea?), includes LS shirt, waterbottle, route maps, sag service, camping, toilets, showers, baggage transport,evening programs, Most meals. This is a tent Camping ride with some indoor/cabin options.
Rider limit: 350. Rangers Bluelight Escort. Director Morgan Gilman 615-418-9949
TOSRV 62: Tour of the Scioto River Valley,
Sept 21-22,2024. There is no starting time for this two day 210/105 mile ride with 2500+ riders. options include 50, 100, or 200 miles and single-day or two-day options. Very well
organized. A past favorite of many KBAers. Very flat, bland scenery, iffy weather, intresting riders and bikes, sometimes a blast.
23ndCycle North Carolina: October 5-12, 2024,
Mountains to Coast, Banner Elk to Emerald Isle, 50-70 miles per day, 1100 riders, indoor and
outdoor camping and hotel option , Frequently rained out. Fully sagged bike tour. 1-800-277-8763. ncas*interpath.com
28thShenandoah Fall Foliage Festival:
October 20-22, 2023, Staunton, VA., $90+, 10-102 miles. Two-day. Another well organized tour to
close out the season in some beautiful country.
Great family weekend.
23th Charleston Festivelo:
November 6-10, 2024, Santee, SC., End the year at a great festival
for ALL bikers.
Bubba Fest: Ride the Florida Keys
Oct 27- November 2, 2024, Keys, FL., Flat with ocean view all day!
for ALL bikers.
51thBob Cook Memorial Mt. Evans Hillclimb, CO:.
28 miles up beginning at 7,540' up to 14,264', average grade 12%, Max 22%,
1200 riders ride the highest paved road in North America, July 8, 2023, $300-$150 (benefit)
50stMt. Washington (NH) Auto Road Bicycle Race:.
7.6 miles up 6288' Mt. Washington (record 51:56), average grade 12%, Max 22%,
Average Temp 26.5F, Average Wind Speed 35.3mph, August 19 2023,$350 (benefit)
