Hi,

I’m your fearless (hahaha) leader for Sunday’s club ride, the Happy Valley McConnellsville Century and distances below ride. 

‼️‼️IMPORTANT NOTE: The start time is 8:00 a.m., not 9:00 a.m. as stated on the schedule!!‼️‼️

The official distances are 100, 71, and 62 miles, but there will also be 52 and 22 mile options. 

I personally am chopping off some of the end of the 61 mile route to ride closer to 52. So if you want a more casual pace 50-miler, ride with me! I did the Lake Placid to Floodwood and back trail (52 miles door to door) almost two weeks ago and averaged 11.2 mph on gravel, so expecting 12 to 12.5 on the roads, plus a couple of stops. The elevation gain/loss was about the same. 

I’m going to attach a link in the comments to a 22 mile route for anyone not up for 50+ miles. 22-milers can start at 9 a.m. if 8:00 seems too early. The sign in sheet will be on a clipboard accessible on a vehicle. If someone wants to volunteer to shepherd that group around, please let me know and I’ll get in touch to coordinate with you. 

This ride is self-supported! Bring your hydration and nutrition, and be prepared to resupply. I know there is a convenience store in Durhamville (20 miles in) and another one (and a Dunks) in South Bay on the way back, about 15 - 25 Miles from the finish - depending on which distance you ride. 

The link to the official ride is below. If you need a paper map, please print one out - I won’t be supplying them. 

There will be high-carbohydrate refreshments waiting at the end!!