This ride is conducted under the Cape Fear Cyclists COVID ride rules, please review prior to the ride and follow them..
Please sign the new CFC liability waiver and bring it to the ride.
Everyone needs to plan on arriving 15 minutes before the ride is scheduled to ROLL OUT from Halyburton Park (near the east restrooms).
To assist each other en route, please refer to the map. The route leaves the park on the west gate to George Andersen dr, weaving through Echo Farms and down Independence before utilizing River Road to get down to Carolina Beach and Fort Fisher. Take the time to breath in the salt air before turning around. The return route from Echo Farms is via St Andrews dr and the south gate on 17th st.
Weather varies with the season, so dress in layers or apply sunscreen accordingly, and of course, wear a helmet. Bring plenty of liquid & snacks.
You are responsible for printing your own copy of the map for this ride. Do not expect the ride leader to provide any at the start of the ride. If you do not have facilities to accomplish this then email a request to the ride leader to possibly make one for you.
Route Map:
Halyburton to Fort Fisher
Garmin - TCX - GPX
Halyburton-Fort Fisher TCX - Halyburton-Fort Fisher GPX
Everyone needs to plan on arriving 15 minutes before the ride is scheduled to ROLL OUT.
If the temperature at the start time is below 32 degrees or there is a steady rain, the ride is canceled
First-time guest riders are welcome. If you enjoy the experience, we encourage you to Join Us or pick up a membership form at a local bike shop! Your membership not only supports the club and cycling advocacy but also extends insurance coverage to you on club rides and entitles you to discounts at local bike shops.
E-bike riders must have approval prior to the ride by the ride leader. Only Class 1 (pedal assist mode only) e-bikes are allowed on routes. No e-bike motor pacing the front of a pace line. The ride leader reserves the right to ask the cyclist to stay at the rear or leave the group if the e-bike is not being safely operated, as with any unsafe cyclist. E-Bike classifications
Please take a moment to review the CFC Ride Policies, if you are not already familiar with them.