Halyburton Park to Ashley HS
(32 mile)
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Ride Description: Come join this 32 mile ride from Halyburton Park to Ashley High School that leaves the park on George Anderson and meanders through quiet neighborhoods to Myrtle Grove Road and onto Ashley High school. From Ashley High School the route includes River Road, Independence Blvd., and a loop through Echo Farms on the way back to Halyburton/St. Andrew.
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Ride Instructions & Rules:
- A copy of the new CFC liability waiver will be available 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 “Thursday-am-ride-schedule” before the ride for last minute ride information or cancelation.
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Ride Parking:
Parking is available at Halyburton Park.
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Ride Pace:
From time to time riders split into 2 groups. But, we regroup at the 10.8 mile mark at the Veterinary Clinic located on Navaho Trail, again at the McDonalds rest stop/coffee break near Ashley High School, and one final time at River Front Place. This is a “no one left behind” ride.
This ride accommodates various pace groups to ensure all riders find a suitable level:
- B Group (Strong) – Typically rolling 18-20 mph
- C Group (Moderate) – Typically rolling 16-18 mph
- D Group (Leisurely) – Typically rolling 14-16 mph, with a no-drop policy
Since rider safety is the top priority, the ride leader will discuss pace groups before the ride begins.
Group Speed: The designated pace refers to the rolling speed of the group, not the overall finishing average. Actual speeds may vary throughout the ride, and groups may roll slower at times. While occasional exceptions (such as downhills or strong tailwinds) may lead to brief increases in speed, riders should prioritize staying within their skill level and keeping the group together.
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Ride Maps:
- Q-Sheet: Halyburton-AshleyHS
- GPX: Halyburton-AshleyHS GPX
- TCX: Halyburton-AshleyHS TCX
- Ride with GPS map: Halyburton to Ashley HS 32 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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