A slightly longer variation on the Keene-Esmont route, this ride has a nice balance of shady and open roads. Stores: Mile 11.5 (Keene); Mile 22 (Porters; to the left as you cross Route 6) Route page:...
This is a fairly short, moderately hilly ride through southern Albemarle County over shady, quiet roads. Alerts: 1. Steep climb after right turn at mile 19 (long route). Route page: Keene - Esmont Click on the images...
Be sure to have the route on your phone or bike computer, and/or have a map or cue sheet.
For details on how group rides are categorized, check out the Ride Classification guidelines.
All riders are required to have a helmet; a taillight, Road ID and a rear-view mirror is strongly recommended. You are also expected to have adequate fluids and a road-worthy bicycle in good repair. Many rides, but not all, will include the opportunity to stop at a store to replenish supplies.
You should be prepared to fix a flat tire and perform other minor repairs on the roadside. If you are new to cycling and are not comfortable with these procedures, don’t let that stop you. However, you might want to talk to a more experienced member before the ride so the group is prepared to help if necessary.
The club considers safety to be our very highest priority. Please review the information on the Safety Page before you join us for a ride.
We hope that you will find this site helpful; your questions and comments are welcomed.
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