2024 February Gravel Series
Completely Free!
Rides on Sunday!
February 11, 18, and 25; 2024
The cold sucks. But training doesn’t have to.
Ride with friends through Hoosier National Forest and experience the warming spirit of gravel during the coldest month of the year. Each weekend will have different length versions of each route to suit every technical ability and fitness level.
These rides are unsanctioned and self supported.
Ride #1 Glacial Drainage Scout - Sunday, Feb 11, 2023
Start Address: Lamplighter Park in Downtown Madison, Indiana (Google Maps)
Start Time: 10 am Eastern Time
Route Info: Original Glacial Drainage loop is 64 miles, with a shorter 35 mile loop named Glacial Spillage available. (click hyperlink to see route):
Know before you go:
This is a pre-scout ride of the March 10th gravel race Glacial Drainage organized by Bicycle Station and Ope! Cycling.
This event is entirely self supported and you must have a downloaded version of the route to avoid getting lost.
The terrain of Jefferson County, Indiana is very hilly and the route is fairly remote with spotty cell service.
All off-road bikes are capable of traversing this route.
Pace Information: This series is designed as a social, endurance training opportunity for moderately to experienced cyclists. If you are looking for a hard, fast ride you’re welcome to challenge yourself but bring your own buddy. Depending on turnout, we will coordinate groups so no one is left behind. All are welcome! Due to elevation gain and surface, expect an endurance pace of 14 mph.
Ride #2 Hemlock Cliffs and Birdseye - Sunday, Feb 18, 2024
Start Address: Back lot of gas station St. Croix, Indiana (Google Maps)
Start Time: 9 am Central Time (Perry County, Indiana is in Central Time!) / 10 am Eastern Time
Route Info: Original loop is 64 miles, with many shortcuts available that shorten the route (click hyperlink to see route):
Related Help: How to sync a Ride With GPS route to your device
Know before you go:
This event is entirely self supported and you must have a downloaded version of the route to avoid getting lost.
The only available storestop is a convenience store 10 miles from the finish, noted on the route map. The terrain in Hoosier National Forest is very hilly and the route is fairly remote, but most of the area has cell service.
All off-road bikes are capable of traversing this route.
Winzerwald Winery and the Ole Country General Store in Sulfur are options for an after-ride meal.
Hunting season is nearly over for the winter, but brightly colored clothing is still recommended. More details about Indiana Hunting Season HERE.
Pace Information: This series is designed as a social, endurance training opportunity. If you are looking for a hard, fast ride you’re welcome to challenge yourself but be sure to BYOB (bring your own buddy). Depending on turnout, we will coordinate groups so no one is left behind. All are welcome! Due to elevation gain and surface, expect an endurance pace of 14 mph for the Hemlock Cliffs & Birdseye ride.
Ride #3 Rome - Sunday, Feb 25, 2024
Start Address: Back lot of Marathon Gas Station St. Croix, Indiana (Google Maps)
Start Time: 9 am Central Time (Perry County, Indiana is in Central Time!) / 10 am Eastern Time
Route Info: Original loop is 64 miles, with a store stop at mile 41. There are two shortcuts that shorten the route for the following distance options (click hyperlink to see route):
Related Help: How to sync a Ride With GPS route to your device
Failsafe: download .GPX file on desktop, email it to yourself, & open file on your smartphone using Wahoo or Garmin app to sync to your cloud.
Know before you go:
This event is entirely self supported and you must have a downloaded version of the route to avoid getting lost.
It is encouraged you study the route before Sunday to familiarize yourself with the area.
The terrain in Hoosier National Forest is very hilly and the route is fairly remote, but most of the area has cell service.
All off-road bikes are capable of traversing this route.
Mountain Bike/Gravel shoes are recommended.
The only available storestop is a convenience store in Derby, IN.
Hunting season is nearly over for the winter, but brightly colored clothing is still recommended. More details about Indiana Hunting Season HERE.
Pace Information: This series is designed as a social, endurance training opportunity. If you are looking for a hard, fast ride you’re welcome to challenge yourself but be sure to BYOB (bring your own buddy). Depending on turnout, we will coordinate groups so no one is left behind. All are welcome! Due to elevation gain and surface, expect an endurance pace of 14 mph for the Rome ride.
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