MTCCVA welcomes you to its first ride of the year. This ride is geared towards new and experienced riders for there is something for everyone.
This ride will vary for those who participated in the MTCCVA Winter Zwift Sessions for this ride will be gearing their legs towards outdoor cycling and simulating the varying flat and rolling events of Zwift. For new cyclists, this venue gives you the opportunity to apply some of the Safety and Skills training taught by one of our own League Certified Instructors. What to Expect:
Location: 18170 Park Entrance Rd, Triangle VA - Lot D
Time: 8:30 AM
Wheels Down: 9:00 AM
The group will ride counter-clockwise at a moderate pace stretching their legs for outdoor riding for the first time of the new year. Beginners will be able to practice shifting for descents and climbs as well as holding their "line" in a pace line to Lot H. Our Winter training riders will have the opportunity to complete the Prince William Forest Loop.
Prince William Forest Park is a 9-mile park loop called Scenic Drive which begins at the Visitor Center 2 miles into the park. Two in a half miles from the Visitor Center begins the 7-mile loop which the club will cut in half for early season riding from Lot D to Lot H and back. Cyclists will be able to complete 15 - 30 miles as a group applying these miles to your 75 - 100 that you are looking to complete weekly to prepare for our Metric or More Miles weekends starting with the Capital Trail Ride in May.
PRE-RIDE CHECKLIST
More information to Come
On Wed. May 15th, 2024 at 7:00 PM, the Ride of Silence will traverse and unite the globe as nothing before it. Cyclists will take to the roads in a silent procession to honor cyclists who have been killed or injured while cycling on public roadways. Although cyclists have a legal right to share the road with motorists, the motoring public often isn't aware of these rights, and sometimes not aware of the cyclists themselves.
In 2003, Chris Phelan organized the first Ride of Silence in Dallas after endurance cyclist Larry Schwartz was hit by the mirror of a passing bus and was killed. (Read the full history here...)
The Ride of Silence is a free ride that asks its cyclists to ride no faster than 12 mph, wear helmets, follow the rules of the road and remain silent during the ride. There are no registration fees. The ride, which is held during National Bike Month, aims to raise the awareness of motorists, police and city officials that cyclists have a legal right to the public roadways. The ride is also a chance to show respect for and honor the lives of those who have been killed or injured.
Please check the resources on this site. If there is a Ride of Silence in your area, we encourage you to join them. If there is not a ride planned in your area, please consider adding your city to the ever-growing list of sites. To get information on how to organize and host a Ride of Silence, please click here; you might also want to look at our FAQ.
Address: A-1 Cycling 7705 Sudley Road, Manassas, VA 20109
6:30 PM Pre-Ride Instructions (Black Arm Bands issued to MTCCVA Members)
7:00 PM Wheels Down
Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45162843
More Information to come.
More Information to confirm:
** Memorial Day Ride 2024 // Friends & Miles Edition **
If you're in the DC/MD area on Memorial day Monday, pull up with your bike and a positive attitude! You're absolutely invited
When = Monday, June 3, 2024
Start location = 501 Watkins Park Dr, Largo MD (Perrywood Elementary School)
Start/ride time = 9am
You're invited. Bring your friends, crew, and/or associates!
There is one planned store stop (your option rest stop) between mile 24 and 25 at the Baden Store on Brandywine Rd, across from the Baden Fire Dept.
Unofficial SAG support, may be available. Bring your mask and practice personal social distancing during any stops or breaks. Prep and inspect your bike & gear prior to your ride.
Information To be Provided at a later date.
MTCCVA will host MTCCNC in a Charlottesville Take Over.
MTCCVA has identified a 50 mile route and will do a pre-ride in the spring to confirm the route. Lodging: Hotels have been identified an rates will be checked. There is also the option to work with MTCCVA Travel Agent for room discounts as well for the best rates.
Black Owned Business to Support as a group:
- MarieBette Cafe & Bakery (Pre-Ride)
- The Ridley (Lunch)
Possible SAG Vehicle $5 (Subject to Change), Tires, Tubes, Wheel Set, Emergency kit and refreshments.
Jackson P Burley Middle School Athletic Parking Lot 901 Rose Hill Dr, Charlottesville, VA 22903
7:30 Pre-Ride Instructions
8:00 Wheels Down
More updates to come!
More Details to come
Bowie State University Bike Tour - Bowie, MD
MTCCVA One Love Week.
Labor Day Week Events:
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday
Possible:
Road Trip: The Legacy Museum, 400 N Court St, Montgomery, AL 36104
Bike Ride: Silver Comet Trail