Location: Start and end in Wilton, NH
Ride Type: Gravel & mixed terrain ride for your gravel, adventure, or mountain bike (any bike with 38mm or wider tires)
Date & Time: Saturday, August 16, 2025
Distance: 106km, 66 miles
All are welcome if you’ve got the basics on gear covered.
Theme: Have fun riding gravel and enjoy riding in a new area on a new route
Price: No charge for NEER members, non-members may ride 1x with us before becoming a member - waiver must be signed by all prior to the ride
Details
We are hosting a really fun day of gravel and mixed terrain riding in New Hampshire, out of Wilton, NH. This is a great opportunity to spend the day on a dirt adventure, enjoy each other’s company, and simply enjoy a nice day out on the bike in an area you probably don’t ride much/at all! This is a new route, we haven’t offered this one before though parts may look familiar if you’ve ridden with us a lot in NH.
Everyone who RSVPs for this ride will receive an email by 7pm Friday, August 15 with route information and exact parking details, etc.
Pace
We’re likely to split into two groups and possibly 3 depending on number of riders: those who are going to ride at a strong moderate plus pace (this will be the gravel equivalent of those who would usually average ~18-19mph on a road ride with drafting employed) and moderate pace (this is the gravel equivalent of those who would usually average 16-17mph on a road ride with drafting employed).
Drafting isn’t a thing almost ever when on a gravel ride and speeds are ~4-5 mph slower than a road ride on average, especially with the hills in NH.
If you want to ride faster or slower than the Super Domestique-led group, please state this in your RSVP so we have a sense of what you’re lookig for out there.
Start, Distance & Estimated Ride Time
Ride starts at 8am in the center of Wilton, NH.
Allow 6-7 hours for this 100km route, there are two locations the route passes through where it’s possible to stop for food, to refuel on water, etc.
Parking
Free and ample parking is right at the start of the ride, next to the police station in Wilton, NH. You’ll receive details about parking in the pre-ride email.
Toilets
Unknown if they exist, find a gas station enroute to the ride if you need facilities.
Route & Route Notes
The route will be emailed to all who register no later than 7pm Friday evening prior to the ride.
There is at least one stop to refill food/water on the route so be sure you have enough food and water on you at the start to ride 40 miles in the sun and heat to be safe.
We never seek out gratuitous climbs. However, since we’re in NH, there will be climbs and descents, for that matter. Climb at your own pace and hills aren’t as bad! Be sure your bike has fresh brake pads for all of the reasons this makes sense.
After the Ride
There are tasty local establishments not far from the parking lot where drinks and food may be enjoyed for those who’d like to socialize after the ride.
What happens if it’s rainy?
The roads and trails won’t be affected by rain except for possibly adding more puddles for riders to avoid. We aren’t riding sensitive trails or areas where it would be irresponsible for bikes to go when it’s wet.
We will host the ride if rain is predicted. Dangerous weather cancels the ride or postpones the start.
Last-Minute Information
We will email all participants with any critical late-breaking news.
Contact Information
Email us with questions at connect@newenglandexpeditionriders.com.
CALL US if you need us to know anything just before the ride start or during the ride at 413-461-7433.
Don’t txt if you need an immediate response, all txt msgs go to our email that we aren’t checking if we’re in front of people at the ride or on our bikes. Ring our phone please with urgent anything!!!
Riding Rules
All riders are required to read and are expected to abide by these Rules. Registering for this ride indicates you have read and accept all of the rules. These make the ride safer and more fun for all.
Waiver
Be sure you’ve filled out the waiver in 2025: https://www.newenglandexpeditionriders.com/ride-waiver
Proper bike & Equipment
A gravel bike is ideal, though a mountain bike, fat bike or even road bike with 38mm tires or wider is fine if you know you’ll be able to keep the pace with the bike you choose. It’s been awhile since we rode this route so expect all terrain and don’t be surprised if it’s on the easier end of gravel (more dirt roads than trails or single track). Could be sandy sections since there hasn’t been much rain lately.
Either flat pedals or mountain-style pedals should be used, no road pedals/shoes.
Required: A GPS computer with the route loaded ahead of time
Required: A bike that’s in safe working order that has been recently tuned and is free of creaking and squeaking. The chain should be lubed just prior to the ride.
Required: All of the tools for typical mechanicals such as:
Flat fix tools and at least TWO spare tubes (yes, even if you’re running tubeless tires), air via CO2 canisters or hand pump, multi-tool
Nice to have: Extra chain link, chain breaker, chain pliers
Spare derailleur hanger if your bike needs a spare
Required: Cell phone & backup battery supply, phones die faster in areas without proper cell service. Have a plan to get back to your car in case your bike or body stops working - we cannot offer rides to anyone (per insurance requirements)
Required: Two full water bottles at the start of the ride
Good idea, not required: Front and rear lights.
Nice to have: Extra calories in your pockets
Change of clothes to wear after the ride so you’re comfy!