Saturday December 14th at 9:00 from the Rock City Starbucks.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31591376
48.4 miles / 3,704 ft / store stop at mile 21.0
Get there early to tell lies and enjoy a cup of coffee.
Sat. 12/7
It is going to be cold on Saturday, but if you have to get out and ride, here is what Bubba is proposing. Roll from the unpaved lot across from River Drifters at 9:00 for the Suck Creek/back of Signal loop. There is a store on top of Signal at mile 34.9.
Next week will be the Christmas Chimney Ride from Rock City Starbucks.
When: 9:00
Where: River Drifters
Route: https://ridewithgps.
Stats: 51.9 miles and 4,492 ft
Sat. 11/30
Elites will roll with TB at 9am from the St Elmo Food City, but take a shortcut at mile 14.8 by bearing left on Friendship. Hard left on Boss Rd. at mile 16.1 will put you back on the TB route that rolls through Chickamauga and back through the Battlefield. See map for details 41 miles.
Sat. 11/30
For any Bubbas who would rather ride in subfreezing temperatures than spend more time with family, roll form St. Elmo Food City at 9:00 for a route that is easily shortened if needed. Store stop at mile 42.4. Also, see below from Bub about Chickencross.
When: 9:00
Where: St. Elmo Food City
Stats: 62.5 miles and 3,210 ft
Sat. 11/23
Elites, plan on a loosely organized ride that will depart from Whole Foods at 9:30 (park in the far back corner). Start with the north Chattanooga Hillz and then head north for a Browntown/Levi loop. Boss will take charge and here’s a rough map of the route. However, the main detail is that the ride will conclude with lunch at Mike’s Hole in the Wall.
TB Sat. 11/23
This week Bubba will start at the Red Bank Swimming Pool and head north. Hotwater is the climb. Store stop at mile 43.0 on top of the mountain.
When: 9:00
Where: Red Bank Pool (https://maps.app.goo.gl/
Stats: 59 miles and 4,463 ft
Sat. 11/16
Big Ralph will be leading the ride tomorrow. Roll from the Soddy Ball Fields at 9:30. Roll up Retro Hughes and down Leggett for a 38 mile loop.
Sat 11/16 Semi-Gravel
Following an awesome ride through Little River Canyon last week, Buba will try something different and adventurous this week. Start from the former Anchor Inn in Haletown for a rough road/gravel adventure. Although the vast majority of this route is “paved,” a gravel bike or at least a robust set of wheels and tires is recommended. Head south to Stevenson, Alabama, climb Orme Mountain, drop back into South Pittsburg, and head back via Kimbal and Jasper. Store stop at mile 47.8 in South Pittsburg.
When: Roll at 8:30 Eastern
Where: 11009 US-41, Guild, TN 37340 (https://maps.app.goo.gl/
Stats: 64.3 miles and 3,492 ft
Sat. 11/9
Elites, still want some Bluegrass but without a climb? Roll from Manor House at Mtn Cove Farms at 9am but head north for the Hog Jowl/Kensington/Marble Top/Cove Rd Loop. Just under 40 miles. See map. Also the Gravel option is a good one too.
Fall Bubbagrass Ride Sat. 11/9
It is time for Bub One’s fall Bubbagrass ride. The road route is 72 miles and features Little River Canyon in Alabama. Bub One has also put together a gravel alternative riding Rocky Lane on Pigeon Mountain.
Start at the Manor House at Mountain Cove Farms (Manor House) at 9:00.
Free bluegrass festival entry for after ride fun. BYOB and some cash for food. There is a full concession stand with hamburgers, hot dogs, etc.
Road route: https://ridewithgps.
Stats: 71.9 miles / 4,977 ft
Store Stop Options at Mile 43.1, 45.9
Gravel alternate route: https://ridewithgps.
Stats: 27 miles / 2,843 ft