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Bike the Forsyth Big Creek Greenway - 8:30 am




The Basics:
Event Type:Bike
Event Location: Alpharetta, GA   Bike: Bike the Forsyth Big Creek Greenway - 8:30 am  National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Feb 25 2012  8:30 am >> Sat, Feb 25 2012 10:30 am
Registration Opens: Mon, Feb 20 2012 9:00 pm
Registration Cut Off: Fri, Feb 24 2012 8:00 pm
Event Duration:2 Hours
Difficulty Rating:D2: Easy to Moderate
Distance:13.6 Miles
Pace:Leisurely
Trip Leader(s):
Paula Schubert
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Member Cost:None

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:12
Minimum Group Size:4
Number Registered So Far: 7 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:
Come join me for a morning bike ride on the the Forsyth Section of the Big Creek Greenway.

We'll meet at the the southern trailhead off of McFarland Road. The one-way distance is 6.8 miles, so out and back is 13.6 miles. Everyone can go at their own pace, but it shouldn't take us more than 2 hours total. It's mostly flat with only about 100 feet of total elevation change one way.

Speed limit on the Big Creek Greenway is 10 MPH.

We normally ride around 10-12 MPH depending on the group and traffic on the Greenway.

Click here for a map of the section we'll be riding.

IMPORTANT NOTE(s):
  • YOU are responsible for your bike maintenance or repairs on the trail.
  • All levels of riding ability and all types of bikes are welcome.
  • Bike Helmet is REQUIRED! (No helmet, no ride)

 

I'm posting a second bike ride on the Alpharetta Greenway so if you want to participate in that one too, then you'll need to register for both events. 

Required Items to Bring:
  • Bike (All types are welcome)
  • Helmet is REQUIRED!
  • Water
  • Spare tire tube
  • Tool(s) for removing your wheel (for those who do not have quick-release wheels)
Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
  • Sunscreen
  • Trail snacks
  • Bike tools
  • Camelbak

How to Get There:
Event Directions:GA 400- North
Take Exit 12 - McFarland Parkway.
Take a right off the exit
Parking is less than a mile on your right

GA 400- South
Take Exit 12 - McFarland Parkway.
Take a left off the exit
Parking is less than a mile on your right



Notes:
You MUST be able to perform your own bike maintenance should you have any mechanical issues.

It's always a good idea to do some pre-bike maintenance before you begin the ride to make sure everything is functioning properly.  Recommended to do this prior to the event, so we aren't waiting on you prior to a group ride.


* We encourage all members to follow our Etiquette Guidelines while participating in AOC events.


Cancellation/Partial Attendance:   Please review the AOC cancellation policy.