Details:
All the stuff you should read BEFORE the ride.
START / END
Start time is 5:30 am. We will get rolling as soon as
we can- NO LATER THAN 6am. End time is obviously flexible but ideally
around 6:00 pm. Start from 265 Kentucky Ave SE, Washington DC 2003.
Start
Location Map »
PACE
The suggested pace is an average of 18 - 22 mph. Please check
the Rules for aid station schedule and
cut-off times. This is a 200 mile ride and, and while we will have sag support
vehicles for those that need it, this is not intended or planned for
riders doing less mileage.
TEAMS/GROUPS
Teams are welcome and encouraged to participate. This is
a group effort and riding in paceline formation to maximize efforts
is also encouraged.
SPECIAL NEEDS BAG
Each rider can bring a small bag of food, supplies, a change of clothes, etc
that will be available at the lunch stop (half way point). We suggest you bring
extra tubes/CO2. If you plan to change clothes please bring an extra plastic
bag to seal your dirty clothes. The least we can do for our support crew!
GEAR - TUBES, AIR, TOOLS, SUNBLOCK, ETC
Please come prepared to fix your own flat if needed and any other tools you usually
ride with. That includes extra tube(s), CO2 or pump, tire levers, and patch
kit. While there will be support on the route it is your responsibility to
have the needed gear to keep you on the road safely. Other items you should
consider are sunblock, nutritional drinks, bars/gels, money, emergency info
card, extra water bottles, and cell phone. Remember, you will have access to
your "special
needs" bag
at the lunch stop and it is suggested to include extra tubes, CO2,
etc.
HELMETS
Required. You will not allowed to ride without a helmet.
WEATHER/RAIN POLICY
Ride. Rain or shine.
SUPPORT/SUPPLIES
Water, drinks, Hammer products, ice, fruit, lunch and other items
will be available along the route at aid
stations.
We'll also provide hand pumps when available. Be prepared
for your ride and bring your special nutritional needs- bars, gels,
etc.
SWIM
There is an optional 6 mile swim at the point. Yeah right!
COST
Early Registration (before March 1st) is $50.
Standard Registration (after February 29th) is $75.
Here are some items it will include:
- Support vehicles
- Water, drinks, Hammer products, ice, fruit, snacks, lunch,
etc.
- Tech support
- Post ride celebration
- T-shirt
- Goodie Bag
Bring at least $25 in cash in case you stop for food along the route.
There's also a $6 entrance fee to Point Lookout State Park - the long
story is they waved us through without a fee various times in the past.
But there are rumors that even bikes should pay a fee to enter so we're
not sure if we'll have to pay or not. If so it will be $6 for non-residents,
and $5 for MD residents.
POST RIDE CELEBRATION
Last but certainly not least, you are invited to celebrate post ride-
a simple outdoor feast. You are welcome to invite your dearest supporter.
There will be a complementary
hose/shower set up as well. You're welcome to leave things at the start location
during the day to change into after the ride. Vegetarian options will also be available.
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