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Events :: Shenandoah Valley Century

30th Annual Shenandoah Valley Century September 9, 2012

Bicycle rides of 25, 50, or 100 miles through the scenic and historic Shenandoah Valley of Virginia Sponsored by the Shenandoah Valley Bicycle Coalition.

We invite you to help us celebrate the SHENANDOAH VALLEY CENTURY for some of the finest cycling to be found. The ride starts in Harrisonburg, the bike capital of Virginia, and includes scenic vistas, small towns, beautiful farms, quiet roads, and more. All routes are paved and have low traffic volume. Participants ride at their own pace; the event is not a race. Maps are provided and the route will be patrolled by automobile sag to provide assistance as needed. A food and drink stop is provided every 25 miles and at the midpoint of the 25-mile ride.

What is a century ride?

A "Century" refers to a bicycle ride of 100 miles (a century of miles). Century rides originated in the late 1800's, when cyclist would attempt to ride the 100 miles in under ten hours. Now, rides of various lengths are offered to suit all abilities with no time limits set.

Registration includes route map, marked route, route patrol, mechanical help, food and water stops during the ride, and after ride treats. Massages will be available after the ride for a nominal fee.

As in past years, portraits will be taken before the ride start, and then on-the-road pictures during the ride. These will be available for viewing on the SVBC website and free download.

Check out photos from previous years.

For more information contact:
Art Fovargue / (540)433-9247 / century@svbcoalition.org

For registration and other information, please check back later; we're working on it.

Directions

Harrisonburg is easily reached from the north or south via I-81. Hillandale Avenue is off Route 42 (South High Street) on the western side of the city.

Interstate 81 to Exit 245, go west on Port Republic Road. Cross Rt 11 (S Main St), continue straight 0.5 mile, turn left onto route 42 (S High St). Hillandale Avenue will be a right turn 0.8 mile down the road. Turn right on Hillanadale Ave., go straight after the next stop sign to enter Hillandale Park. Shelter #11 is on the main thoroughfare near the end of the park.

Parking in Hillandale may be limited. Additional parking is available at the nearby Food Lion and other locations.

Lodging, etc.

For lodging information you might find these websites helpful:

• Shenandoah Valley Web
• Harrisonburg Tourism

To make a weekend of riding, consider cycling 25 miles in the Tour & Taste ride on Saturday, Sept 10; benefits the Valley Aids Network.

Sponsors

Thanks to our sponsors and contributors; support our area bike shops