Brunswick Full & Half Metric Century
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Ride Description:
If you’ve never ridden a full or half metric century, this is a great ride to check one off your bucket list. The ride originates in the Leland area and meanders through the countryside of Brunswick County. While there are stops along the way (at 17/42 mile marks), it’s recommended that riders bring drink/fluids and snacks. With distance choices of 62 and 37 miles, this ride offers something for everyone.
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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 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.
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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 in the parking lot north of the event field at Leland Townhall. Of note, restroom facilities that were once available at this site, are no longer available.
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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
Brunswick Full Metric Ride with GPS map 62 miles
Brunswick Half Metric Ride with GPS map 37 miles