A Few More Organized Rides
Well the Heart of Virginia rides have come and gone; congratulations to all who completed one! For those who either missed that event or who are eager to try another, the 10th Annual Cannonball Century will be held on Sunday, September 30. Rides of length 35, 62, or 100 miles leave from Curtis Memorial Park in Hartwood, VA (near Fredricksburg) at 7:30 in the morning. Get out there!
Closer to home, Cobblestone Bicycles right here in the Center of the Universe leads a road ride every Wednesday evening, and a mountain bike ride each Thursday. The road ride leaves from the shop (102 South Railroad Ave) at 6:00 pm sharp. The ride typically has 10 to 15 riders, and is a gentle group ride (no one will be "dropped" or left behind). Beginners are welcome, but be aware that the ride is focused at the "enthusiast" level. It is good company, good roads, and a great way to bring your riding to the next level. The Thursday mountain bike ride meets at Poor Farm Park, and again leaves at 6:00 pm. Again, beginning riders are encouraged to attend.
For the more adventurous, there are races in October and November to consider: The Cobblestone Cross is a cyclocross race in Mechanicsville, to be held October 21 at Pole Green Park. This will be fun to watch, as the riders on cross-bikes get muddy on a short lap course. In November, there is an all-night 18 hour endurance mountain bike race in Goochland. Details can be had here.
Closer to home, Cobblestone Bicycles right here in the Center of the Universe leads a road ride every Wednesday evening, and a mountain bike ride each Thursday. The road ride leaves from the shop (102 South Railroad Ave) at 6:00 pm sharp. The ride typically has 10 to 15 riders, and is a gentle group ride (no one will be "dropped" or left behind). Beginners are welcome, but be aware that the ride is focused at the "enthusiast" level. It is good company, good roads, and a great way to bring your riding to the next level. The Thursday mountain bike ride meets at Poor Farm Park, and again leaves at 6:00 pm. Again, beginning riders are encouraged to attend.
For the more adventurous, there are races in October and November to consider: The Cobblestone Cross is a cyclocross race in Mechanicsville, to be held October 21 at Pole Green Park. This will be fun to watch, as the riders on cross-bikes get muddy on a short lap course. In November, there is an all-night 18 hour endurance mountain bike race in Goochland. Details can be had here.
