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Journey of a Lifetime

For HRBike member, Jim Herron, the journey of 4,600 miles begins with a pedal stroke. Jim has been dreaming of a trek across the US via bike for years and now it has become a reality! IMG_0700On a recent club ride we got to talk to Jim at the top of Alto, (Jim is in the Yellow jersey in the photo). He was training with an extra 50# of barbell weights on his bike that day!

Please enjoy the ride details in the following letter from Jim:

I rented a van and will drive up 3/30-31. I start 4/1 at the Yorktown Victory Monument in Yorktown, VA, the conventional start of the TransAm ride on Adventure Cycling Association maps. I’m unsupported and riding solo even though I have already connected with several fellow cyclists that will be on the route. I hope to ride the standard route to Missoula, MT. Continue reading →

ERV 100…One Ride for All

ERV 100 Jersey

ERV 100 Jersey

The 42nd annual Elk River Valley 100 (ERV 100) will take place at Motlow College on September 12. We have worked very hard to insure the ride has “something for everyone.”

  • Fantastically scenic routes that bring on the smiles
  • Optimally placed food stops stocked with plenty of goodies cyclists love to eat
  • Fabulous SWAG; t-shirt, mug, and prize drawings
  • Friendly and helpful SAG just in case assistance is needed in route
  • For the finale – our FAMOUS end-of-ride bratwurst meal

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