Rock Hill Gravel Route -- 50mi- Lowry's- Slippery Rock Creek

Ride length: 50miles total (loop configuration)
This is a new to me route shared by a friend. You will regonize many similarities to the Rock Hill 40/Longhorn40 ride with some of the same roads in reverse plus 10 bonus miles. Small creek crossing at mile 29 and food/ water stop at mile 32
Ride level: moderate to strenuous (due to length and rough gravel roads)
Pace: moderate 12 to 14 mph (Overall average)
Elevation gain: +1,800 ft.?
Start time: 9:00 AM
Duration: approx 4.5 hours (including stops)
Terrain: asphalt, gravel, dirt, sand
Traffic: low to moderate
Bikes best suited for this ride: cyclocross, gravel, and mountain bikes
There are no restroom facilities at the start location.

Please download or print route so you can navigate yourself if necessary.

Map of ride route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/37091596

Description:
This enjoyable gravel road ride will take us from South Pointe HS on a loop around York county through farm land and rural back roads . Around McConnells and through Lowrys. Using many of the same roads as the Longhorn 40 route but in reverse plus 10 bonus miles. Our ride will be on rough asphalt roads and approx. This route is new to me so let's explore it together for the first time. Followed by lunch at MillStone in Rock Hill.

Special note on the creek crossing: "It’s doable. Don’t over think it. Just use caution when your enter “Belaire Rd” it’s a slight down hill into gravel and then the crossing. Stay to the left side, further right the rocks are more slick. It’s a gem of a road"

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** Flashing head /tail lights are recommended for safety **

Weather Policy: This will be a rain or shine ride, dress accordingly.

Notes:
• Traffic, unpredictable weather, dog incidents among other risk elements are factors riders assume individual responsibility when signing up for this ride.

• All riders must be willing to stay with the group because we'll be making many turns on our route.

• This is a drop ride, in which case you will need to navigate yourself if unable to stay with the group.

• Short rest stops as needed.

• Please bring food and water.
There are no bathrooms or water at the start location. All riders should download the route if they have a GPS, or print the queue sheet.

• Please have some form of ID with you in case of an emergency.

• Ensure your bike is in proper riding conditions and brakes are checked. Bring a spare tire tube.

• Bike helmets are mandatory on all rides; also bright gear, gloves, flashing head /tail lights and eye protection are highly recommended.

• If chance of thunderstorms, ride will be rescheduled.

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Phone or text Steve @ 704-516-6012 , if running late or not attending (Day of ride ONLY, please)