***We are cancelling today's ride due to high winds and a forecast of rain until noon.*** The Rifugio is still open for the day and may still have a ride(s).
Join RBC Club sponsor KC & E and Rifugio Litchfield Hills for a beautiful destination ride day in Litchfield, CT! There will be both Road and Gravel options.
Rifugio serves as the perfect base camp for exploring the stunning roads and gravel throughout Litchfield County, offering a welcoming space for riders before and after the ride.
Pre-ride coffee begins at 9:00 a.m. and routes depart at 9:30 a.m. KC&E ride leaders will guide both road and gravel route options, showcasing some of the best riding the region has to offer.
RBC members are also invited to join Rifugio’s Intro to Gravel Skills Clinic at 10:00 AM. Participation is free with the code RBCGRAVEL. The clinic is perfect for for riders curious about gravel or new to off-road riding, it includes an introduction to gravel fundamentals followed by a guided ride through White Memorial. Sign UP HERE FOR GRAVEL CLINIC.
If you don't have a gravel bike but want to try the clinic, KC&E have hardtail mountain bikes available for rent that would work well. Please call them in advance to reserve a bike in your size (860) 361-6008.
Start Time: 9:00 am coffee 9:30 AM Road 30 or 50 mile options 9:30 AM Gravel 48 miles (option to cut short at 30miles) 10:00 AM Intro to Gravel Clinic followed by 10 mile gravel route
Skill Level: Road: B and up Gravel: all levels
Asphalt Pace: 14 -17 mph average
Gravel Pace: 10 -13 mph average
Routes:
Road: 30 mile
Road: 50 mile
Gravel: 30.7 miles
decision point on gravel distance is at mile 22.4
Ride Leader: Mike Cooke (631) 838-1803
Rifugio Litchfield Hills
461 Bantam Rd.
Litchfield, CT 06783
Check Wild Apricot for updates and cancellations.
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All Riders are required to
ride in groups of 6 or less,
follow all traffic/trail rules,
know & follow RBSC Group Ride Rules & Etiquette,
bring the route uploaded onto gps, phone or cue sheet
