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Morrow Mountain Massacre

August 26, 2008 in Accessories, Calendar, Cycling, Events, General, Pictures by Bud | No comments

For up to the minute details please go to Weekly Rides - Morrow Mountain Massacre, as circumstances planning an event such as this are subject to change.

125 Miles & 7500 ft. of Climb

What happens when you allow a few pedal heads to compare routes and drink beer at the same time?  Morrow Mountain Massacre is what happens…

The ride will leave from Bicycles East in downtown Matthews and travel to the top of Morrow Mountain and then back again. All total there’s 125 miles of some of the best cycling east of Charlotte with over 7500 ft. of vertical climb to challenge even the strongest riders. This ride will include SAG support and rest stops. But please be sure to bring at least two water bottles and some nutrition. Also as the weather in October can be quite unpredictable be sure to check the weather report and dress appropriately. Make sure your bicycle is in good working order and bring an extra tube or two and a method to pump up a flat in case of emergency. Please note that the average speeds are predicted to be from 16 - 20+ mph, and the terrain would be considered hilly.

The ride will be limited to the first 50 riders that register so act fast.

Ride Details:

  • October 11th 7:00 AM
  • Full support and sag
  • Bicycles East Official Bicycle Shop

REGISTER ONLINE Registration open to the first 50 riders only and there will be no day of ride registration. Please register early.

Bicycles East of Matthews, 195 N Trade Street, Matthews, NC 28105

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Every attempt is made to assure the accuracy of the information presented here. Events may be subject to change without prior notification.

 

Tour de Tots

September 25, 2008 in Calendar, Cycling, Events by Bud | No comments

Carolinas Medical Center-NorthEast is pleased to present the annual Tour de Tots bike ride for the Jeff Gordon Children’s Hospital. The charitable ride through scenic Cabarrus County will be held Sept. 6, 2008, promoting community health and wellness while raising awareness for the children’s hospital.

Over 300 cyclists are expected for the Tour de Tots, which will include a bike rodeo, plus 31-and 62-mile tour courses. And with a post-event celebration featuring food and entertainment,Tour de Tots has become a highly anticipated annual event!

DATE:
Saturday, November 1, 2008

TIME:
8 am: Registration for Rides

9:30 am: 62-mile “Metric Century” start

10 am: 31-mile “Half Metric Century” start

11 am-1 pm: Festivities & Fun

11am: “Wheels on Parade” and Food

ROUTES:
Cyclists have the option of a 31- or 62-mile route through scenic Cabarrus County. Features also include “wheels on parade.”

LOCATION:
The Tour de Tots begins and ends at the Cabarrus College of Health Sciences on the campus of CMC-NorthEast, located at I-85, Exit 58 in Concord.

REGISTRATION:
For more information or to register, please call ASK FIRST at 800-575-1275 or 704-403-1275. In addition, participants can download the brochure and mail-in registration form, available in PDF.

FEES:
$25 individual; $40 family; Early Bird $20 individual and $35 family if registered before August 29

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CNBC - A Bicycle Made by Two

September 20, 2008 in Cycling, Media by Bud | No comments

A Bicycle Made By Two

CNBC Correspondent Carlton Reid examines the curious relationship between European manufacturing and Asian expertise. Click the link above to read the article.

50 on 50 Update

September 11, 2008 in Cycling, Rides by Bud | No comments

The first thing I would like to say is that I was a little disappointed that no one that promised to ride with me showed up this morning to help me with this milestone ride. But that was really ok since I managed to get two riders from Ann Marie’s Y ride to join me since they needed/wanted more miles. So At 9:30AM I headed out of Beatty Park to meet up with Angela and Sonya to ride some of rural Union County roads.

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Lance Armstrong Returns to Professional Cycling

September 9, 2008 in Cycling, Media, Video by Bud | No comments

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Ride for Hope & Housing

September 9, 2008 in Calendar, Cycling, Events by Bud | No comments

The 4th annual Ride for Hope & housing put on by the Davidson Housing Coalition will be held on Saturday, October 4, 2008. Enjoy a fantastic ride through the beautiful back roads of Mecklenburg, Iredell, Rowan, and Cabarrus counties. All routes will be fully supported with rest stops and SAG vehicles. The ride will begin and end at Davidson United Methodist Church, 233 South Main Street in Davidson, NC.

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