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Post by beckyl on Jul 10, 2013 12:22:39 GMT -5
Since the rain has us riding road and gravel, I figured there may be interest in some upcoming gravel grinders that are fairly close to home and I know some local folks who are already signed up so a carpool/caravan may be possible. The first event is a ride more than a race and it is very affordable ($25!). It is called the Red Clay Ramble and it is a 65 mile gravel grinder in Milledgeville in August. Ross says it's a lot of fun with loads of hills. For some reason their link isn't working and I can't remember the date offhand but I'll update this post as soon as I get the info. The next one is a 3 day stage race called the Hellhole Gravel Grinder at the Francis Marion National Forest on September 27-29. There is a short prologue on Friday night (with lights needed) and then big miles on Sat/Sun. It is the inaugural race which should be a good equalizer AND lots of adventurous fun. If you want updated info on these events, Facebook is probably your best bet.
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Post by brianW on Jul 11, 2013 6:21:20 GMT -5
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Post by beckyl on Jul 12, 2013 7:53:50 GMT -5
and...here's another one that's not as close to home. It's called the Pisgah Monster Cross and it sounds great! A few of us are planning on going so it should be a good time. Sounds rough so I'm sure there will be both mtn bikes and 'cross bikes out there. Woot woot!
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Post by dgaddis1 on Jul 12, 2013 8:10:59 GMT -5
Doesnt anyone know there are 11 other months of the year for races besides September? LOL
Sept 7 - Fools Gold Sept 8 - Black Bear Rampage Sept 14 - Pisgah Monster Cross Sept 21 - Southern SS Championships Sept 27-29 - Hellhole Gravel Grinder Sept 28 - Chainbusters 6hr @ Jackrabbit
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Post by beckyl on Jul 12, 2013 8:29:34 GMT -5
Geez, that's a lot of races! We were thinking about doing the Black Bear Rampage but may have to reconsider since we just registered for the Pisgah race and may not want to travel 2 weekends in a row.....however, we may be able to be talked into it.
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Post by dgaddis1 on Jul 12, 2013 8:44:37 GMT -5
Geez, that's a lot of races! We were thinking about doing the Black Bear Rampage but may have to reconsider since we just registered for the Pisgah race and may not want to travel 2 weekends in a row.....however, we may be able to be talked into it. You guys would love Black Bear, it's a blast. Seriously fun race. Here's my recap from last year. I know there's several CSRA folks going again this year too. I'm still trying to decide between Fools Gold and Black Bear....
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Post by wooglin on Jul 22, 2013 8:56:57 GMT -5
Blue Mountain Revival puts on three gravel races a year. I've done Love Valley (March) and Wilson's (October), and there's also Savage CX in August. The venues area probably a bit too far away from the CSRA, but the races are inexpensive and well-run. Savage, Pisgah Monster Cross, and Wilsons, along with Three Peaks, are the Blue Ridge Monstercross series. www.bluemountainrevival.com/www.pisgahproductions.com/events/brmc/
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Post by wooglin on Sept 16, 2013 16:19:01 GMT -5
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Post by wooglin on Sept 18, 2013 12:05:01 GMT -5
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Post by dgaddis1 on Dec 10, 2013 11:44:09 GMT -5
Gamecock Roubaix is THIS Saturday in Columbia. Search for it on Facebook for full details. Quickie info: -Hosted by the USC Cycling team/club -53 miles, 22 of which is dirt road (12 sections of dirt) -No entry fee, but they are accepting donations to help with travel costs for Nationals -Starts at 9am at the Colonial Life Arena in Columbia, SC
I'm in!
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Post by wooglin on Jan 6, 2014 17:36:51 GMT -5
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Post by wooglin on Jan 7, 2014 13:10:43 GMT -5
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Post by beckyl on Jan 7, 2014 13:19:23 GMT -5
We're all signed up and the hotel is booked already. There are a number of CSRA peeps going and it should be a blast. I need to get training....the holidays and this weather are making me feel like a big blob of poo.
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Post by wooglin on Jan 8, 2014 20:01:49 GMT -5
We're all signed up and the hotel is booked already. There are a number of CSRA peeps going and it should be a blast. I need to get training....the holidays and this weather are making me feel like a big blob of poo. Do you know if you have to pick up your race packet the day before like at Fools Gold? That's pretty much a deal breaker for me.
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Post by Ross D on Jan 17, 2014 22:57:20 GMT -5
I think they want you to, but it's not mandatory.. I'd contact the promoter.. Lisa Randall.. Do a google search and you'll find her..
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Post by wooglin on Jan 23, 2014 16:19:01 GMT -5
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Post by Ross D on Jan 23, 2014 23:02:45 GMT -5
Hmmm... That looks interesting!!
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