22 miles, 1400" elevation. Suitable for advanced beginners and above.  Gravel roads with gentle hills and a few short steeper climbs.

Have you been wondering what all this fuss is about gravel riding? Join us to explore gravel riding on this scenic loop out of Bluemont,VA (Loudon County) and find out for yourself. You will experience low traffic roads along the scenic countryside. We’ll see plenty of horses, a few goats, fantastic old stone walls, scenic churches and graveyards, and beautiful small communities like Unison. The gravel is well packed for the most part, with just a few bumpy sections. Come along and give it a try!

The route is 21.6 miles with 1400 feet of elevation. This is a reverse ride of the Bluemont gravel some of you previously might have done with WWO. This is a ride for advanced beginners and above. There are primarily gentle hills with just a few short, steeper ups and downs. Riders say the 21 miles on gravel feels like about 30 miles on the road. You must be comfortable handling some uneven terrain and should have tires that are at least 35mm, preferably with some textured tread. Gravel bikes, road bikes with 35mm+ tires, hybrids with 35mm+ tires, or mountain bikes are all options. The ride is about 70% on unpaved roads.

There will be a leader and sweep, and no one will be left behind.

There is limited space, so please register early. This ride is free for Members but you must register.