Trail Mix 100 Middle Massachusetts 2021 Edition

Trail Mix 100 Middle Massachusetts 2021 Edition

Join us for incredibly beautiful cycling on the back roads of central Massachusetts! There are TWO distance options for you for this ride! Choose a 100-km route or 100-mile route to ride.

This ride is full of dirt roads, with nice paved roads as well. Most of the route is back roads, away from traffic and people. Keep reading to understand the logistics. This ride starts at Red Apple Farm in Phillipston, MA - so most people will need to drive to the start.

This is a group or solo ride, depending on how you want to ride it. You may get a group of your friends together, you may request to ride with others who are likely of your similar cycling pace and experience, or you’re welcome to ride it alone, though you’re hardly alone when there are so many people on the same route.

Ride with New People Option

Ride with people of your riding speed, but you don’t have to know anyone prior to the ride! This is an option for you if you’d like to ride with a group, but don’t have friends riding or simply want to meet new people who are of a similar strength.

We offered this option for the first time at the Rhode Island Trail Mix ride and it allowed many similar riders to find each other. Since it worked so well the last few times, we’re offering it again. Quite a few people selected to opt into a new group.

We’re riding on roads with very light traffic in an area you’re unlikely to be very familiar with. It’s wonderful riding, properly scenic, and probably not what you’d consider doing completely alone. This a way to ride in a new area that is fairly remote knowing there are other cyclists on the same route.

There is little to no cell coverage on many parts of the routes.

We are staffing a mid-ride food stop and serving a substantial meal post-ride. Enjoy a great ride, eat well throughout, and drink delicious, and famous, Ride Studio Iced Mochas!

We’re offering three fully-supported locations on the ride: one at the start, one mid-ride full of your favorite packaged bike foods, gummies, maple syrup packets, etc. and Iced Mochas, and a filling meal after the ride.

Note that 100 mile riders will see the mid-ride food stop twice during the ride. 100 km riders see the same mid-ride food stop once.

We accommodate all diets so just let us know what you require when you register and we’ll have something appropriate for you at both the mid-ride stop and end-of-ride meal.

In the past, we’ve brought huge salads, vegan chicken salad, bean salad, and more for vegans and gluten-free people. We do care that you get to eat as well as everyone that does not have a restricted diet post-ride.

Be absolutely certain you’re up for the rules of this ride. Read this page in its entirety, every single word.

Details

• Ride Type: Remote paved and dirt roads, some mix of surfaces, but almost entirely rideable with little/no technical skill.

• Time & Date: Sunday, September 19, 2021

  • Rollout times will be assigned between 7:00am and 9:30am

  • Longer riders are sent off first, shorter-distance riders are sent off a little later but still early

• Starting Point: Red Apple Farm - Phillipston, MA

• Distance: 100 mile or 100 km - you choose & all riders start with the same ~30 miles so if you want to switch from the 100 mile route to 100 km route, that is fine AS LONG AS YOU TELL A STAFF MEMBER!

What you get

• A gorgeous, well-planned route: Route file for your GPS computer, parking directions/instructions.

• Staffed starting location with water, portable toilets, friendly staff

• Staffed food stop with water, bike food, special extra tasty food, famous Ride Studio Iced Mochas

• Route Support - mechanic on route

• Peace of Mind knowing there are other riders on the same route

• Substantial lunch at the end of the ride of delicious, hearty food

Price

• 100 Mile Route

  • $85 if you’re registered by September 12, 11:59 pm

  • $105 if you register after September 12

  • Registration closes at 11:59pm on Friday, September 17

  • NO day-of registrations

• 100 Kilometer Route

  • $65 if you’re registered by September 12, 11:59 pm

  • $95 if you register after September 12

  • Registration closes at 11:59pm on Friday, September 17

  • NO day-of registrations

Refund Policy

• The earlier you register, the more generous our refund policy. Logistics for the ride are not trivial and changes/cancellations cost us valuable time. We also greatly appreciate everyone who registers early!

• If you register > 9 days in advance of the ride, and cancel more than 2 days before the ride starts, you’ll get credit for all but $20 applied to a future ride that we host.

• If you register > 5 days in advance of the ride, and cancel more than 2 days before the ride starts, you’ll get credit for all but $30 applied to a future ride we host.

• All other cancellations > 2 days in advance of the ride: You’ll get a $20 credit toward one of our future events that we host.

• Cancellations within 2 days of the ride cannot be refunded or credited since food is already purchased and we’ve made financial commitments with the expectations that you’ll be joining us.

• BikeReg.com offers cancellation insurance which we recommend purchasing.

• If you need any alterations to your registration of any sort, please email us as early as possible: trailmix@rideheadquarters.com

Start Location

Phillipston, Massachusetts. Exact details and location information are emailed to registered riders by 12pm the day before the ride.

Estimated drive times:

• About 60-80 minutes from most parts of the greater Boston area

Route Information

This is a new route! Like all of our previous routes, it’s adventure-filled, but also very appropriate for gravel bikes. You’ll ride plenty of dirt roads, trails, and what’s pavement will be on the quiet roads.

Expect elevation in the 75 ft. per mile range.

Pace Options - It’s a Ride for Most Everyone to Enjoy!

When you register for this ride, we ask you for your best estimate of your average pace when you ride a 30-mile all-paved ride. We don’t expect you will know what your pace will be on this route, we’re just interested in knowing approximately where each person will be after starting out.

You’ll see the selection of average speeds on the Registration form. From 10mph - 20mph+. If you choose to ride faster than this on the day of the ride, that is alright. We are staffing the food stop assuming a 10 mph minimum pace.

Be sure you’ve got the route and at least one back-up power source to charge your GPS unit and phone during the day. Do not plan on having cell service since there are quite a few portions of the ride with weak to no service.

COVID Protocol:

We ask that all riders adhere to state guidelines (in this case it’s MA and NH) where it comes to mask wearing and proper social distancing. We will include these in the email we send to all participants just prior to the ride since guidance is continually changing. Basically, masks are not mandatory since we’re outside the whole time.

Please simply be respectful of others since everyone has a different level of nervousness where it comes to COVID worry.

If we think you’re being unsafe, you will be asked to leave the ride. You will not be invited to return to any group rides as well. This applies for all aspects of cycling and general behavior.

Additional Guidelines and Rules:

• If you’re not signed up to ride with someone(s), you may not ride with that person(s) during the ride. If you want to find new people to ride with, please register in that category.

• Everyone must bring a mask that covers your nose and mouth completely for use when it’s appropriate to mask up. As stated, a mask is unlikely to be necessary, but bring one in case you need to enter a business that requires it or are in another situation where it’s good to have.

• We’ll be giving everyone specific starting times, please adhere to these. This allows for proper ride organization and smooth coordination at the start, mid-ride, and at the post-ride meal. We spend a lot of time figuring out starting positions to allow for the best flow of the day.

• We’ll provide you with a very tasty, hearty meal to eat afterward. Bring a lawn chair, this will make the after-ride socialization much more relaxing and fun.

• There is no ride leader, even if you ride with a group; you’ll be following your GPS computer, therefore owning a GPS computer is a must with at least one back-up power source.

• Don’t risk fast descents or not eat enough causing you to bonk. Drink plenty of water considering how hot it may be! This is common sense for any ride, especially smart when you’re riding further away from people who can give you a ride home.

• We will not shuttle riders anywhere, it’s your responsibility to have a plan in case your bike or legs stop working.

• We’ll send a very detailed email by 12pm the day before the ride, with the route, instructions, and details so you understand logistics and exactly what to do.

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Preparation

What to bring, we recommend:

Everything necessary for common mechanicals. Items include:

• 2 x tubes

• Hand pump

• Co2 cartridges & Co2 inflator

• Tire levers

• Boot/dollar bill if your tire gets ripped

• Patch kit

• 1 pair of quick links compatible for your chain

• Chain pliers

• Chain breaker

• Multi-tool (if your chain breaker is on your multi-tool, even better)

• If your bike uses a replaceable derailleur hanger, be sure to have an extra that is compatible with your bike

• Rain jacket - this works well for chilly descents too

• 2 x 26 oz water bottles

• Food/nutrition in case you need a zap of energy before the food stop

Read this article about social distance riding preparation written by Ride Headquarters for more help in packing for the day. Even though we’re no longer needing to officially social distance, it’s really nice to be prepared to take care of yourself or a riding friend if the situation arises.

If there’s anything you need, we can sell you whatever it is remotely assuming we have it at the store, and we will bring whatever it is to you in a clean bag, only handled with disinfected hands. Email us with anything you would like to have.

Proper Bike for this Ride

• 35mm-40mm tires are best suited for the ride. Err on the side of bigger, especially if you’re newer to gravel riding. Feel free to use bigger tires. Your gravel bike is the most appropriate bike for the ride. Mountain bikes and flat-bar bikes are welcome. Narrower than 28mm are strongly discouraged. There is some loose gravel on the roads. Narrower tires are more likely to pinch flat and are less stable than 28mm or bigger. We welcome mountain bikes, fat bikes, and any bike that you feel comfortable completing the distance on in the time frame allotted for the ride.

• Clipless pedals and shoes. These are important elements of bike control.

• A bike that’s in safe working order. Make very certain your bike comes clean, lubed, safety checked with fresh brake pads, and tires in good shape. If it's wet on the road or raining, please put a rear fender on your bike to keep you from getting wet. If you’ll be riding with others and it’ll be wet, please be nice to your co-riders and use full-coverage fenders.

Weather: We will ride rain or shine. Dangerous weather (like an electrical storm) cancels the ride or postpones the start time.

Last Minute Information: We will email everyone who registers with the latest information and details concerning parking, timing, route, etc. by 12pm the day before the ride.

Unregistered riders or riders who haven’t signed the waiver may not participate.

Waiver: Ride Headquarters requires a signed waiver before your first ride. Please fill it out online prior to your first ride.

Contact Information: Email connect@rideheadquarters.com with questions. We will email you the cell phone number of the contact person who will be present at the beginning of the ride and available during the ride.

Riding Rules, What to Bring, How Our Rides are Different: All riders are required to read and are expected to abide by These Rules. Note: ALL rules stated here on this page override any conflicting rules you see on our typical ride rules.

Trail Mix 100 Northern Reaches Edition

Trail Mix 100 Northen Reaches Edition

Join us for incredibly beautiful cycling on the back roads of the north-central part of Massachusetts and southern New Hampshire! There are TWO distance options for you for this ride! Choose a 100-km route or 100-mile route to ride.

This ride is full of dirt roads, with nice paved roads as well. Most of the route is back roads, away from traffic and people. Keep reading to understand the logistics. This ride starts near Winchendon, MA - so most people will need to drive to the start.

This is a group or solo ride, depending on how you want to ride it. You may get a group of your friends together, you may request to ride with others who are likely of your similar cycling pace and experience, or you’re welcome to ride it alone, though you’re hardly alone when there are so many people on the same route.

Ride with New People Option

Ride with people of your riding speed, but you don’t have to know anyone prior to the ride! This is an option for you if you’d like to ride with a group, but don’t have friends riding or simply want to meet new people who are of a similar strength.

We offered this option for the first time at the Rhode Island Trail Mix ride and it allowed many similar riders to find each other. Since it worked so well, we’re offering it again. Quite a few people selected to opt into a new group.

We’re riding on roads with very light traffic in an area you’re unlikely to be very familiar with. It’s wonderful riding, properly scenic, and probably not what you’d consider doing completely alone. This a way to ride in a new area that is fairly remote knowing there are other cyclists on the same route.

There is little to no cell coverage on many parts of the routes.

We are staffing a mid-ride food stop and serving a substantial meal post-ride. Enjoy a great ride, eat well throughout, and drink delicious, and famous, Ride Studio Iced Mochas!

We’re offering three fully-supported locations on the ride: one at the start, one mid-ride full of your favorite packaged bike foods, gummies, maple syrup packets, etc. and Iced Mochas, and a filling meal after the ride.

Note that 100 mile riders will see the mid-ride food stop twice during the ride. 100 km riders see the same mid-ride food stop once.

We accommodate all diets so just let us know what you require when you register and we’ll have something appropriate for you at both the mid-ride stop and end-of-ride meal.

In the past, we’ve brought huge salads, vegan chicken salad, bean salad, and more for vegans and gluten-free people. We do care that you get to eat as well as everyone that does not have a restricted diet post-ride.

Be absolutely certain you’re up for the rules of this ride. Read this page in its entirety, every single word.

Details

• Ride Type: Remote paved and dirt roads, some mix of surfaces, but almost entirely rideable with little/no technical skill.

• Time & Date: Sunday, August 1, 2021 - we moved this ride’s date from July 18 due to terrible weather on the original date. So registration is re-open and we’re running this August 1 now!

• Rollout times will be assigned between 7:00am and 9:30am

  • Longer riders are sent off first, shorter-distance riders are sent off a little later but still early

• Starting Point: Winchendon, MA

• Distance: 100 mile or 100 km - you choose & all riders start with the same ~30 miles so if you want to change your mind mid-ride, that is fine AS LONG AS YOU TELL A STAFF MEMBER!

What you get

• A gorgeous, well-planned route: Route file for your GPS computer, parking directions/instructions.

• Staffed starting location with water, portable toilets, friendly staff

• Staffed food stop with water, bike food, special extra tasty food, famous Ride Studio Iced Mochas

• Route Support via a driving mechanic

• Peace of Mind knowing there are other riders on the same route

• Substantial lunch at the end of the ride of delicious, hearty food

Price

• $85 if you’re registered by July 29, 11:59 pm

• $100 if you register July 30 or 31

• NO day-of registrations

Refund Policy

• The earlier you register, the more generous our refund policy. Logistics for the ride are not trivial and changes/cancellations cost us valuable time. We also greatly appreciate everyone who registers early!

• If you register > 15 days in advance of the ride, and cancel more than 2 days before the ride starts, you’ll get credit for all but $20 applied to a future ride that we host.

• If you register > 10 days in advance of the ride, and cancel more than 2 days before the ride starts, you’ll get credit for all but $30 applied to a future ride we host.

• All other cancellations > 2 days in advance of the ride: You’ll get a $20 credit toward one of our future events that we host.

• Cancellations within 2 days of the ride cannot be refunded or credited since food is already purchased and we’ve made financial commitments with the expectations that you’ll be joining us.

• BikeReg.com offers cancellation insurance which we recommend purchasing.

• If you need any alterations to your registration of any sort, please email us as early as possible: trailmix@rideheadquarters.com

Start Location

Winchendon, Massachusetts. Exact details and location information are emailed to registered riders by 12pm the day before the ride.

Estimated drive times:

• About 60-80 minutes from most parts of the greater Boston area

• About 70-80 minutes from Ride Headquarters in Sherborn

Route Information

This is a 100% all-new route! Like all of our previous routes, it’s adventure-filled, but also very appropriate for gravel bikes. You’ll ride plenty of dirt roads, trails, and what’s pavement will be on the quiet roads.

The elevation is approximately 75 ft. per mile.

• 100 km ~4,600 ft. of climbing

• 100 mile ~7,500 ft. of climbing

Scroll to the very bottom of this page to see the routes & how much is pavement versus dirt!

Pace Options - It’s a Ride for Most Everyone to Enjoy!

When you register for this ride, we ask you for your best estimate of your average pace when you ride a 30-mile all-paved ride. We don’t expect you will know what your pace will be on this route, we’re just interested in knowing approximately where each person will be after starting out.

You’ll see the selection of average speeds on the Registration form. From 10mph - 20mph+. If you choose to ride faster than this on the day of the ride, that is alright. We are staffing the food stop assuming a 10 mph minimum pace.

Be sure you’ve got the route and at least one back-up power source to charge your GPS unit and phone during the day. Do not plan on having cell service since there are quite a few portions of the ride with weak to no service.

COVID Protocol:

We ask that all riders adhere to state guidelines (in this case it’s MA and NH) where it comes to mask wearing and proper social distancing. We will include these in the email we send to all participants just prior to the ride since guidance is continually changing. Basically, masks are not mandatory since we’re outside the whole time.

Please simply be respectful of others since everyone has a different level of nervousness where it comes to COVID worry.

If we think you’re being unsafe, you will be asked to leave the ride. You will not be invited to return to any group rides as well. This applies for all aspects of cycling and general behavior.

Additional Guidelines and Rules:

• If you’re not signed up to ride with someone(s), you may not ride with that person(s) during the ride. If you want to find new people to ride with, please register in that category.

• Everyone must bring a mask that covers your nose and mouth completely for use when it’s appropriate to mask up. As stated, a mask is unlikely to be necessary, but bring one in case you need to enter a business that requires it or are in another situation where it’s good to have.

• We’ll be giving everyone specific starting times, please adhere to these. This allows for proper ride organization and smooth coordination at the start, mid-ride, and at the post-ride meal. We spend a lot of time figuring out starting positions to allow for the best flow of the day.

• We’ll provide you with a very tasty, hearty meal to eat afterward. Bring a lawn chair, this will make the after-ride socialization much more relaxing and fun.

• There is no ride leader, even if you ride with a group; you’ll be following your GPS computer, therefore owning a GPS computer is a must with at least one back-up power source.

• Don’t risk fast descents or not eat enough causing you to bonk. Drink plenty of water considering how hot it may be! This is common sense for any ride, especially smart when you’re riding further away from people who can give you a ride home.

• We will not shuttle riders anywhere, it’s your responsibility to have a plan in case your bike or legs stop working.

• We’ll send a very detailed email by 12pm the day before the ride, with the route, instructions, and details so you understand logistics and exactly what to do.

---

Preparation

What to bring, we recommend:

Everything necessary for common mechanicals. Items include:

• 2 x tubes

• Hand pump

• Co2 cartridges & Co2 inflator

• Tire levers

• Boot/dollar bill if your tire gets ripped

• Patch kit

• 1 pair of quick links compatible for your chain

• Chain pliers

• Chain breaker

• Multi-tool (if your chain breaker is on your multi-tool, even better)

• If your bike uses a replaceable derailleur hanger, be sure to have an extra that is compatible with your bike

• Rain jacket - this works well for chilly descents too

• 2 x 26 oz water bottles

• Food/nutrition in case you need a zap of energy before the food stop

Read this article about social distance riding preparation written by Ride Headquarters for more help in packing for the day. Even though we’re no longer needing to officially social distance, it’s really nice to be prepared to take care of yourself or a riding friend if the situation arises.

If there’s anything you need, we can sell you whatever it is remotely assuming we have it at the store, and we will bring whatever it is to you in a clean bag, only handled with disinfected hands. Email us with anything you would like to have.

Proper Bike for this Ride

• 35mm-40mm tires are best suited for the ride. Err on the side of bigger, especially if you’re newer to gravel riding. Feel free to use bigger tires. Your gravel bike is the most appropriate bike for the ride. Mountain bikes and flat-bar bikes are welcome. Narrower than 28mm are strongly discouraged. There is some loose gravel on the roads. Narrower tires are more likely to pinch flat and are less stable than 28mm or bigger. We welcome mountain bikes, fat bikes, and any bike that you feel comfortable completing the distance on in the time frame allotted for the ride.

• Clipless pedals and shoes. These are important elements of bike control.

• A bike that’s in safe working order. Make very certain your bike comes clean, lubed, safety checked with fresh brake pads, and tires in good shape. If it's wet on the road or raining, please put a rear fender on your bike to keep you from getting wet. If you’ll be riding with others and it’ll be wet, please be nice to your co-riders and use full-coverage fenders.

Weather: We will ride rain or shine. Dangerous weather (like an electrical storm) cancels the ride or postpones the start time.

Last Minute Information: We will email everyone who registers with the latest information and details concerning parking, timing, route, etc. by 12pm the day before the ride.

Unregistered riders or riders who haven’t signed the waiver may not participate.

Waiver: Ride Headquarters requires a signed waiver before your first ride. Please fill it out online prior to your first ride.

Contact Information: Email connect@rideheadquarters.com with questions. We will email you the cell phone number of the contact person who will be present at the beginning of the ride and available during the ride.

Riding Rules, What to Bring, How Our Rides are Different: All riders are required to read and are expected to abide by These Rules. Note: ALL rules stated here on this page override any conflicting rules you see on our typical ride rules.

Where to Stay

First, thank you to those of you who are coming from a distance to join us for Trail Mix!

There is a lovely, large campground that’s located just down the street from the start/end of the ride. We’ve spent quite a few nights here while scouting the route!

Lake Dennison Campground

100km route - Red is pavement, blue is dirt! All riders will be on these roads/trails during the ride.

100 mile route extension - Red is pavement, blue is dirt! This is the additional loop for all 100 mile riders, approximately 35miles in length.

Conservation Connections Night with Sherborn Forest and Trail Association

• Location: Ride Headquarters in Sherborn, MA

• Event Type: Clinic

• Date & Time: Friday, 1 February 2019

• Reason for Clinic: Learn what to do to prepare for a long ride and how to enjoy it all day!

• Price: Free RSVP Required, RSVP Here

Description: You’ve got your bike and you’ve been enjoying club rides and happily spinning out 30 or 40 miles on a Saturday afternoon. But, how far can you really go? You’ve heard about centuries and grave ride events and you’re anxious to participate in at least one this upcoming season. Or maybe you want to participate in a week-long bike vacation to a very cool place. Join the Charles River Wheelers and RHQ for our Looking Forward to an Endurance Ride workshop on Sunday, February 10, 2019 from 3:00 - 5:00pm at Ride Headquarters in Sherborn. Arrive at 2:30pm for refreshments!

Details: What we’ll focus on are the little things to make your ride so much more enjoyable and fun. What do you need to think about on the few days before the ride? Should you do any special maintenance on your bike? How much to eat and drink on the day of the event? What should you wear and carry with you? How do you deal with inclement weather? Are frequent stops the right way to go? Is it ok to stop and take pictures? Is this a race? Should you try to grab on to a paceline?

Registration in advance is required to attend. Find out complete information on the Registration Page. 

We thank Charles River Wheelers for bringing all of the food and beverages for all to enjoy during this afternoon session!

Last Minute Information: We will email all who have enrolled with any last-minute changes. 

Questions?  Email connect@rideheadquarters.com. 

Looking Forward to an Endurance or Gravel Ride

• Location: Ride Headquarters in Sherborn, MA

• Event Type: Clinic

• Date & Time: Sunday, 10 February 2019, Refreshments 2:30pm, Event: 3:00-5:00pm

• Reason for Clinic: Learn what to do to prepare for a long ride and how to enjoy it all day!

• Price: Free RSVP Required, RSVP Here

Description: You’ve got your bike and you’ve been enjoying club rides and happily spinning out 30 or 40 miles on a Saturday afternoon. But, how far can you really go? You’ve heard about centuries and grave ride events and you’re anxious to participate in at least one this upcoming season. Or maybe you want to participate in a week-long bike vacation to a very cool place. Join the Charles River Wheelers and RHQ for our Looking Forward to an Endurance Ride workshop on Sunday, February 10, 2019 from 3:00 - 5:00pm at Ride Headquarters in Sherborn. Arrive at 2:30pm for refreshments!

Details: What we’ll focus on are the little things to make your ride so much more enjoyable and fun. What do you need to think about on the few days before the ride? Should you do any special maintenance on your bike? How much to eat and drink on the day of the event? What should you wear and carry with you? How do you deal with inclement weather? Are frequent stops the right way to go? Is it ok to stop and take pictures? Is this a race? Should you try to grab on to a paceline?

Registration in advance is required to attend. Find out complete information on the Registration Page. 

We thank Charles River Wheelers for bringing all of the food and beverages for all to enjoy during this afternoon session!

Last Minute Information: We will email all who have enrolled with any last-minute changes. 

Questions?  Email connect@rideheadquarters.com. 

Winter Riding 101 with Charles River Wheelers

• Location: Ride Headquarters in Sherborn, MA

• Event Type: Clinic

• Date & Time: Sunday, 6 January 2019, 3:00-5:00pm

• Reason for Clinic: Learn to ride in Winter with Charles River Wheelers

• Price: Free RSVP Required, RSVP Here

Description: I know it's cold and many of you have cleaned your bikes and put them away for the season. But....if you've ever thought about trying to ride in the winter, you should join us the Charles River Wheelers and RHQ for our Winter Riding 101 workshop on Sunday, January 6, 2019 from 3:00 - 5:00 at Ride Headquarters in Sherborn. 

Details: We’ll have experienced cold weather cyclists sharing everything you need to know about equipment, clothing, hydration and more.  Cost is free and registration is required. Refreshments will be served and maybe this will be just what you need to get you out on the road this winter. Plus, we're expecting the Patriots to have a bye week and really, what else do you have to do?

The Charles River Wheelers will also be running a Women's Only Flat Tire Repair workshop on Sunday, March 17, 2019 from 3:00 - 5:00. Visit here for more details.

Registration in advance is required to attend. Find out complete information on the Registration Page. 

Last Minute Information: We will email all who have enrolled with any last-minute changes. 

Questions?  Email connect@rideheadquarters.com. 

Nomad Three Day Bikepacking Adventure Ride

• Location: Ride Headquarters in Sherborn, MA

• Ride Type: Mixed-terrain, Bikepacking, Adventure, Event

• Date & Time: Friday-Sunday, 21-23 July 2017. Start time 6:30 pm on Friday evening.

• Distance: About 150 miles over three days

• Pricing: $220 to $245 depending on ride category

This is an Overland Base Camp event.  Ride Headquarters is the host.  

Description: The Nomad Three Day Bikepacking Adventure Ride is precisely what it claims:  Three days of mixed-terrain adventure riding in the nomad style.  We're moving campsites each of the two overnights -- and we carry with us everything we need to have an amazing adventure.

Complete details and registration here.

Friday, July 21:

• Depart Ride Headquarters at 6:30 pm

• 30 miles mixed-terrain

• Finish at campsite

Saturday, July 22:

• Depart campsite at 10:30 am

• 60 miles mixed-terrain

• Finish at a different campsite

Sunday, July 23:

• Depart campsite at 9:30 am

• 60 miles mixed-terrain

• Finish at Ride Headquarters

Ride Notes: Routes vary each day between 40% - 50% paved roads and 50% - 60% off road, some combination of gravel or dirt roads and trails

Last Minute Information:  Watch Overland Base Camp's Twitter feed for last-minute updates, weather cancellations or other changes. 

Overland Base Camp Contact Information:  Email OBC or call:  (617) 991-0640.

Riding Rules, What to Bring, How Our Rides are Different:  All riders are required to read and are expected to abide by These Rules. 

Waiver:  RSC requires a signed waiver before your first ride. Please fill it out online prior to your first ride.

You Are Responsible For Bikepacking With:

• Tent or whatever you want to sleep in

• Sleeping bag or however you plan to sleep

• Anything else you think you want to carry. Once you register we will send you a list of all the items we tend to carry on multi-day bikepacking adventures.

• Eating and drinking utensils. We're providing all the food; you provide the containers from which to eat hot foods. We'll provide you a recommended list once you register.

• Multi-day riding toolkit and repair supplies. See our recommendation here.

Full details on registration here.

Rescheduled Snowflake Century Ride 2017

• Location: Ride Headquarters in Sherborn, MA
• Ride Type:  Road Ride
• Time & Date: Sunday, 23 April 2017. Rolling out at 8:30am. This corresponds with the last day and last stage of the Spring Classics Series.
• Distance: ~100 miles road
• Price:  Free

Description: This is a 100% paved century. 

Route:  The route is available to attendees via .tcx and .gpx files the morning of the ride at Ride Headquarters; we'll help load your Garmin. All RSVPers will receive the routes via email Friday. 

Ride Notes: We have Ride Headquarters Super Domestiques leading the ride and pointing out turns. There will be two speed groups: 15-16mph average and 17-18mph average. 

Estimated time: 6-8 hours for the century. 

RSVP Now! 

Last Minute Information: Watch Ride Headquarter's Twitter feed for last-minute updates, weather cancellations or other changes. We will also email all who RSVP with last-minute details. 

Contact Information: Email - connect@rideheadquarters.com, Phone - 508-975-4678

Riding Rules, What to Bring, How Our Rides are Different: All riders are required to read and are expected to abide by These Rules.

Waiver: Ride Headquarters requires a signed waiver. Please fill it out online prior to your first ride. 

Proper Bike for this ride:  

• Road bike with 23-28c tires. Weather conditions will change the ideal bike type. 
• Clipless pedals and shoes.  These are important elements of bike control. 
• A bike that’s in safe working order.  
• Fenders if it's wet on the road.
• No aerobars. 

If you'd like us to do any work on your bike prior to the ride, please email us the day before so we're ready to do the work as soon as you come in; we want you to be ready to roll before 8:30am.