Gravel Fondo

A Gravel Ride in Chester County, PA.

How long is the Course? We’re working on it, but around 50 miles -/+ 3.  Check back soon.

Are there any rest stops? NO!  There is NO on-course rest stop for the 2015 Ride.  Bring what you need for your ride.  It won’t be hot, so you won’t be going through gallons of water or pounds of food.

So if this is a Fondo, where is the timing? There is no timing. However, there are several Strava segments all over the course, so you may get a KOM/QOM along the way if you ride strong.

Will the ride go on if the weather is bad? Unless there is a hurricane, Rule #9 applies.

What type of bike and/or tires should I run? Cross-type bikes are recommended with a minimum of a 28c tire, but a 32/35c is better with some kind of grip/knobs.  Slicks and Road Shoes are not recommended, as there are some light trails on the course, so something with some tread is best, and you may have to walk a little. Mountain bikes are fine, just know there is pavement too, so you gotta pedal that heavy beast.  Maybe slap some Cross tires on that 29er?

Will food be served? Yes.  We’ll have some vittles before and after the ride, but you should also bring something for yourself in case we run out.

I may get tired and not be able to ride the entire course, can I bail if I need to? You can bail, but you should expect to be ridiculed by the other riders that complete the full course. It’s an out-n-back course, so you can always turn right around.

Wait?  What?  There is schwag? Yes, there will be a schwag raffle at the completion of the ride.