Bannerman Vineyard Ride
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Ride Description:
This ride originates and completes near Burgaw, NC and at the Bannerman Vineyard. The ride meanders through the country side of Pender County. The ride offers a distance of 41 miles. Bannerman Vineyard is a beautiful winery. The Bannerman’s are welcoming riders to Cape Fear Cyclists to utilize their parking area and to enjoy the grounds for picnicking and relaxing.
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Ride Instructions & Rules:
- Please sign the new CFC liability waiver when you arrive at the ride.
- If you need a ride map, please print out the ride map and bring it to the ride.
- Please arrive to the ride start location at least 15 minutes prior to the ride start time.
- Please visit www.capefearcyclists.org and review CFC ride policies.
- If the temperature at start time is below 32 degrees or there is steady rain, the ride will be canceled.
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Ride Communications:
- We currently use the SLACK app to provide up-to-the-minute ride changes and weather info. CLICK HERE to get started. https://capefearcyclists.slack.com
- Monitor the CFC Slack channel “Saturday-am-ride-schedule” before the ride for last minute ride information or cancelation.
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Ride Parking:
Parking is available on the Bannerman Vineyard grounds.
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Ride Pace:
The ride offers opportunity for various pace groups. A Group (fast) riders typically average +18 mph. B Group (strong) riders typically average 16-17 mph. C Group (moderate) riders average 14-15 mph. If the ride allows there will be a D Group (leisurely) average below 14 mph with a no drop policy. Because rider safety is the top priority, the ride leader will discuss pace groups in advance of the ride.
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Ride Maps:
Cape Fear Cyclists uses Ride with GPS for its ride maps. The map for this ride can be found here:Bannerman Vineyard 41 Miles
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General Information:
First time riders are welcome. If you enjoy the experience, pick up a membership from at your local bike shop or visit www.capefearcyclists.org for instructions on joining the club. Membership not only supports the club and cycling advocacy, it extends insurance coverage to you on club rides.
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