Middle Sound Ride
23 to 33 miles Class "B" (18-20mph)
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Ride Description: The Middle Sound ride leaves from City Bicycle Co. off Eastwood Road and heads toward Middle Sound, utilizing paths and neighborhoods at a moderate, controlled pace. Once the ride reaches the loop, the group maintains a steady 18-20 mph pace with a rotating paceline. On the final lap, the speed cap is lifted, allowing for a race-pace effort, or riders may choose to sit up and complete the last lap at their own pace. After the final lap, the group regroups at Ogden Elementary before riding back to the shop.
As the days get longer, the ride adds laps. Early spring starts with three laps, increasing to as many as five by mid-summer, meaning total mileage can range from 23 to 33 miles. Each lap is marked by the roundabout at the start of the loop.
This route passes through higher-traffic areas at certain times of the year and is best suited for more experienced cyclists. However, the group is happy to help riders who are unfamiliar with rotating pacelines. This is a well-established ride, with some participants having done it for many years.
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Ride Instructions & Rules:
- A copy of the CFC liability waiver will be available for you to sign 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.
- Slack should be consulted before each ride to verify ride status. If the forecast includes temperatures below 38 F, wind chill down to 32 F, or rain/wet roads at the start time, the ride will be cancelled or postponed.
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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 “Tuesday-am-ride-schedule” before the ride for last minute ride information or cancellation.
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Ride Parking:
Parking is available at City Bicycle Co.
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Ride Pace:
The ride is a "B" paced ride. Riders should be comfortable with maintaining a 18 to 20 mph rolling pace.
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Ride Maps:
The ride map for this ride is located here: Middle Sound Ride
This route map is the base distance for three laps of
Middle Sound Loop.
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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.