Sherando shenanigans for those who VOTE EARLY (Advanced MTB)

OVERVIEW

Howdy

Note: this trip is specifically for people who have voted early or by mail. Please prioritize voting over our leafy rocky suffery MTB trip.

Sherando Lake is a GWNF gem only 45 minutes away. It’s the first place I ever went for a backcountry MTB ride and has some awesome trails. Phillip (the handsome man pictured above) picked out a lovely route: https://www.alltrails.com/explore/map/map-november-2-2022-03227b9?u=i. We’re planning on pedaling all of it (no shuttle), so be prepared for about 37 miles with 5300′ of climbing. This will include the 7 switchbacks from heaven (sometimes incorrectly referred to as the 7 switchbacks from hell).

Check out these links to get an idea for the trails we’re riding:
Mill Creek: https://www.mtbproject.com/trail/5238196/mill-creek-trail
Torry Ridge: https://www.mtbproject.com/trail/7000624/torry-ridge-trail
Slacks: https://www.mtbproject.com/trail/5279026/slacks-trail
White Rock Gap: https://www.mtbproject.com/trail/5279489/white-rock-gap-trail

***PLEASE READ***
This trail is a real VA backcountry ride. It has lots of rocks, is steep in spots, there are fallen leaves on the ground, and there might not be cell coverage in some areas. There are creek crossings that you might have to dismount the bike to walk across. THIS IS NOT A BEGINNER RIDE. Please only sign up if you are comfortable on a mountain bike, and are of advanced level. That being said, you don’t need to be a pro to have fun on this ride. If you are comfortable riding most of the Ohill trails, or have done some biking in GWNF before, then you should be fine. If you have questions/concerns, text me (Max) or Phillip at 617-780-1129, 571-332-3740.

Plan (estimated)
7 am – meet a shred shack and pack up bikes to depart
7:15 am – depart shrack
8 am – arrive, ride
4 pm – finish riding
4:45 pm – get back, clean bikes and such
5pm – you’re dismissed
***Unforeseen delays can happen on mountain bike trips, so I highly recommend against scheduling anything super-duper important Tuesday evening***

We’ll Bring
– Bikes/helmets (if needed)
– Bike rack(s)
– Pumps, tools, etc

You bring
– Water: 2-3L
– Food: lunch and snacks
– Appropriate clothing and footwear
– gloves are recommended for keeping the fingers working in chilly temps and protecting your hands from scrapes if you fall – $10 Mechanix work gloves are great
– sunscreen?
– a bag to carry your water and food: the club has some daypacks and hip packs if you need one (let us know in the questionnaire)

Feel free to text either of us at the numbers listed above if you have any questions about what to bring.

DRIVERS NEEDED
Drivers are reimbursed for gas + 50% tip up to $20 – please arrive with a full tank of gas!