What we’re about
The Carolina Tarwheels Bicycle Club is a non-profit (501c) organization welcoming all cyclists who enjoy riding with great folks who share the same passion. Our goals are to offer weekly organized bike rides for all levels of riders, to promote safe cycling, to provide bi-monthly club meetings with topics relevant to cycling, and to host one of the best organized rides in the area, our annual Bikefest event in Hillsborough.
Money raised by the Tarwheels is donated to other non-profit organizations that support cycling including organizations that donate bikes to children, promote safety, and promote cycling.
Our members also serve on various cycling advocacy committees in our community as a voice for cyclists and to integrate our sport safely with pedestrians and motorists.
We welcome new members and encourage individuals to join our organization, enjoy our rides and social activities while promoting our sport and supporting our community.
To find out more, please visit our Web site, Facebook page and outline of member benefits.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Efland Cheecks CC ~15-16 mph, 36 miles to Corbett RidgeEfland Cheeks Park and Community Center, Efland, NC
7:30AM sharp start to beat the heat from Eflands-Checks Community Center for 36 miles to with a quick stop at Corbett Ridge Grocery (at 19.6). Forecast start temperature of 75 degrees, sunny with light winds from the southwest. It will be hot with temperatures hitting 86 by 1, so bring lots of water.
RWGPS: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45202360
PDF: https://tarwheels.net/routes/45202360.pdfGeneral information: This ride is for those riders who are interested in a social ride, that is a bit more challenging than a C paced ride. Our goal is to average 15 to 16 miles per hour. This ride is not for the new or inexperienced rider. You should have a road bike, be able to follow a cue sheet, be comfortable riding in a group, and be familiar with pace line riding although the ride is not structured around a pace line. This will be a no drop ride. If you have not recently looked over our ride policies, please take a moment to consult:
http://tarwheels.net/wp/policies/
If you have not already done so, please take a minute to electronically fill out the 2025 Tarwheels ride waiver before coming out to the ride.
Current Tarwheels members need only do this ONCE a YEAR. NON MEMBERS are required to do this before EACH RIDE, so please consider becoming a member and save yourself the hassle.
I'll have a few cue sheets, but please print one or download the route to your device.
- A21, 68 miles, *7:55 am,* ~21 mph101 Williams St, Carrboro, NC
Riding to Corbett Garage. 68 miles @ 21 mph. Quick stop at mile 36.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/51669248Our goal is to be safe, smooth, and fast with a mixture of double paceline and rotation.
Competitive sections: Union Grove Finale
This is NOT a no-drop ride although we will look after each other, particularly with regard to mechanicals. Please feel free to sit in--just don't compete if you haven't been working.
If you are not a Tarwheels member, please sign this waiver before the ride.
- A-20 ride, *8:00 AM* Let's Climb **Bynum** , 20-21 mph, 63 miWilson Park, Carrboro, NC
Modified Bynum loop avoiding some of the road closures due to the recent storm. Classic's climbing course tackling Borland, Old Graham, Bynum Ridge, Andrew's Store and back half of twin peaks (Damascus Church). Easy roll through Carrboro with a finish at Breakaway cafe for coffee and eats.
Water stop: Belted Goat at 47 miles. Make sure you are carrying enough water/drink mix to get to the Goat.
Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/51651089
Friendly Competitive segments:
1. Old Graham road @35 miles
2. Bynum Ridge @42.5 milesWhat to expect:
- Ride length of ~60 miles, occasionally shorter/longer, at 20-21 mph
- Max group size of 22. If there are more than that we will divide into two groups before the start. (Group 1 will be at the upper range of the target pace with significant efforts at the designated segments, Group 2 will start a few minutes later and will not be quite as intense.)
- Double paceline ride with friendly and relaxed attitude/conversation
- 10-15 minute stop along the way for hydration, fuel, and socializing
- A few friendly and competitive "go hard" segments with a regroup at designated spots. (However, not a no-drop ride)
- Post ride continue the social/beverage option
RSVP is required for all riders who either start at WP or plan to join the ride on the road.
Your responsibility as part of the group is to RSVP and supply your own cue sheet or download the GPS file.
If you plan to join the ride in progress, please leave a comment below about where we can expect to meet you.
It is Tarwheels policy for all riders to sign the ride waiver before coming out to the ride.
*** WAIVER *** http://tarwheels.net/ewaiver
MEMBERS need only do this ONCE a YEAR. NON-MEMBERS are required to do this before EACH RIDE, please consider becoming a member.
Please consult the Tarwheels website for Ride policies (http://tarwheels.net/wp/policies/) and the BikeWalkNC website for guidance on riding in pacelines. Group Bicycling Best Practices: Skills and Techniques (http://www.bikewalknc.org/group-bicycling-best-practices-skills-and-techniques/).
- B19 WP54.9 Hillsborough via Pleasant Green *****8.05am******C Herman Wilson Park, Carrboro, NC
Goal is a brisk group ride, maintaining an organized pace line, going easy on the climbs and speeding up on the descents and communicating potential hazards to the group.
Heading to Hillsborough this week - going out via Eubanks and approaching Hillsborough from the north. Coffee stop at Weaver Street ~mile 30. My phone (which is never wrong.....) predicts 75F-85F temps, with slight wind out of the NW.
Route:
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36087052Your responsibility as part of the group is to RSVP and supply your own cue sheet or download the GPS file. If you plan to join the ride in progress, please leave a comment below about where we can expect to meet you.
It is Tarwheels policy for all riders to sign the ride waiver before coming out to the ride.
*** WAIVER *** http://tarwheels.net/ewaiver
MEMBERS need only do this ONCE a YEAR. NON-MEMBERS are required to do this before EACH RIDE, please consider becoming a member.
Please consult the Tarwheels website for Ride policies (http://tarwheels.net/wp/policies/) and the BikeWalkNC website for guidance on riding in pacelines. Group Bicycling Best Practices: Skills and Techniques (http://www.bikewalknc.org/group-bicycling-best-practices-skills-and-techniques/).
