The Wilderness Road Ride will bring hundreds of cyclists to the area today.
Heather Bell
editor@ourvalley.org
The 33rd Annual Wilderness Road Ride is set for today, Saturday, May 25.
The ride starts and finishes in Radford’s Bisset Park, with five routes to choose from, ranging from a “26-mile relaxed journey for novices and e-bikes, to a century challenge for the fittest cyclist,” explained Fellowship of Christian Athletes Endurance Director of Operations Mark Long.
FCA Endurance worked out an arrangement with the New River Bicycle Association to take over the ride 14 years ago.
“The Wilderness Road Ride is a scenic and historical adventure that follows part of Daniel Boone’s Wilderness Road,” said Long. “Spring cycling in the New River Valley is absolutely spectacular.”
“This is a recreational ride on paved roads for all cycling levels to enjoy, with something for everyone, and is a great ride for cyclists of all ages and athletic abilities. Rest stops are fully stocked to fuel the riders,” reads a description of the event. “All routes will start and finish at Radford’s Bisset Park, shelter #2, right, alongside the New River. Non-riders can enjoy beautiful Bisset Park, the New River, and downtown Radford, while their families and friends are out riding. Fully supported aid stations will be positioned at regular intervals along the course and the start/finish location. Aid stations will be supplied with Heed Hammer Nutrition fuel, as well as water and plenty of other snacks. SAG vehicles will be on the course for emergencies.”
Long said he hopes motorists will stay alert to the hundreds of cyclists on the roads on Saturday.
“The WRR attracts about 250 cyclists, both local and out of state and region, so remember to share the road and keep a watchful eye for cyclists riding this Memorial Day weekend,” he said. “FCA Endurance is a 5013c non-profit, so all proceeds go back into our community, primarily sending youth to FCA Summer Sports Camps.”
