| Date: | May 27, 2023 |
| Time: | 7:00 AM - TBD |
| Venue: | Bisset Park |
| Cost: |
Youth Up To Age of 17: $40.00 Adults (age 18+): $50.00 Family of 3-5: $120.00
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| Description: |
FCA Endurance SW Virginia presents the 32nd Annual Wilderness Road Ride titled "A Gran Fondo" on Saturday, May 27, 2023 starting and ending at Bisset Park's Shelter #2. The Wilderness Road Ride is a scenic and historical adventure through Southwest Virginia’s beautiful New River Valley, the ride follows part of Daniel Boone’s Wilderness Road. This is a recreational ride for all cycling levels to enjoy, with something for everyone, five routes to choose from ranging from a 26 mile relaxed journey for novices, to a century challenge for the fittest cyclist. This is a great ride for cyclists of all ages and athletic abilities. Routes Available: • 26 Mile Route • 35 Mile Route • 55 Mile Route • 76 Mile Route • 100 Mile Route The start will be a rolling start open from 7:00-8:00 AM. Riders may also gather in front of Bisset Park Shelter #2 at the starting line at a designated time for an optional group start time (new this year): 7:00, 7:10, 7:20, 7:30, 7:40 and 8:00 AM. Those who sign up for the century and 80 miler must leave no later than 7:30 AM. To register online, visit: https://www.bikereg.com/wilderness-road-ride. There is a rider cap of 300 for the event. All pre-registered riders are guaranteed a technical t-shirt and other goodies. ANSI or Snell Certified helmets are required. Riders under 16 must be accompanied by an adult and riders under 8 years old must have permission from the event director. Please remember, this is not a race. All traffic laws, signals, and signs must be obeyed. Fully supported aid stations will be positioned at regular intervals along the course and the start/finish location. Aid stations will be supplied with Heed Hammer Nutrition fuel as well as water and plenty of other snacks. The event is held rain or shine. No refunds. Non-riders can enjoy Bisset Park, the New River, and downtown Radford, while their families and friends are out riding. Detailed maps and cue sheets will be available at the start of the ride. All proceeds will benefit FCA Endurance ministries and missions projects in Southwest Virginia. FCA Endurance is part of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes which is a 501c3 non-profit organization. For more information, visit: https://www.wildernessroadride.org/ or https://www.bikereg.com/wilderness-road-ride or https://www.facebook.com/wildernessroadride/ or https://www.instagram.com/wildernessroad/ or call 540-797-1081. |