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Spin2Win on the Comet - 50 miles




The Basics:
Event Type:Bike
Event Location: Florence Road TrailHead - see GPS   Bike: Spin2Win on the Comet - 50 miles  National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Sep 6 2025  9:00 am >> Sat, Sep 6 2025 12:00 pm
Registration Opens: Wed, Sep 3 2025 11:11 am
Registration Cut Off: Fri, Sep 5 2025 11:11 am
Event Duration:3 Hours
Difficulty Rating:D4: Moderate to Difficult
Distance:50 Miles
Pace:Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Horhay
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Member Cost:None

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:10
Minimum Group Size:4
Number Registered So Far: 12 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:

Saturday morning on the Comet; doesn't get much better! Especially when it's sunny in early September and temps look to be ranging from 60-80° 

Today we'll be starting at the FLORENCE ROAD Trailhead (near the 278) and head west to Rockmart. I got the route set for about 50 miles, and this is not a beginners ride, nor ideal for mountain bikes...unless you're running slicks and ready to hammer. With that being said, it's not a road race, but it will be brisk and steady...avg looking to be 15 mph+, so be ready to go! Please arrive 10-15 minutes early to gear up, air up and check in...once we're all together, I'll do some intros and we'll be on out way (right at 9 a.m.), please do not be late.

We all know it's late in the season and we're not looking for 25 mile per hour averages, but we know everyone's fitness and abilities vary...so be prepared to ride solo if you have to, I will not leave anyone behind and will do rolling sweeps as we go. Here's an interactive map for your own peace of mind: Silver Comet Trail Map - Interactive  It's an out and back (OAB) on a single path, so it should not be too bad. The ride is listed as a D4, which is kinda pushing it since 50 is on the outside edge, so be ready for a D5 feel.


Required Items to Bring:

Road bike
Gravel bike
Hybrid bike
CX bike or similar

NO E-Bikes

Helmet is a must
Water or means of hydration
enroute snack(s) - only you know what you'll need to ride non-stop for about 3 hours
Cell Phone
CC/Cash for possible store stop or emergency

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.

eye protection
CamelBak
Sunscreen
Reapir tools, tube, CO2, pump...etc..
STRAVA app tracking :P
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How to Get There:
Event Directions:

Directions - Overview

  • It's near the intersection of Florence Rd and Hwy-278
  • Hwy-278 is northwest of Atlanta, and runs east to west towards Alabama

GPS Address for Directions

  • Silver Comet Trail - Florence Road Trailhead
    3453 Florence Rd
    Powder Springs, GA 30127

Notes:

as mentioned b4 - no e-bikes, no ear buds

If I have not ridden with you before, please be prepared for vetting.

 

p.s. don't forget your keys in the car :) 


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