Bookwalter Binge Charity Gran Fondo

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The BB Charity Gran Fondo is a bike ride located in Black Mountain, North Carolina. Cyclists will ride a challenging 83, 62 0r 30 course. Participants will be able to enjoy the colorful fall foliage and have a chance to experience the hospitality and charm of Black Mountain and Asheville.

Participants will also be able to ride and converse with past, present, and future cycling celebrities, who will join the ride as guides and guests.

ALL Proceeds will go towards the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy.

The courses are marked, and follow cars are on route.

There are timed mountain climbing sections for those who wish to compete during the ride. The aid stations are staffed by volunteers handing out snacks, sports drinks, and water, and some stations have bike mechanics. There is a rolling road block for the first 5 miles, and intersections that are particularly dangerous have crossing guards.

Participants are able to enjoy the colorful fall foliage and experience the hospitality and charm of Black Mountain and Asheville. Participants ride and converse with past, present, and future cycling celebrities, who join the ride as guides and guests.