Doin' the Doodle
Sunday, May 5, 2024
Past event
10:00 AM EDT
Easley, South Carolina
$20.00–$25.00 · 5 races
1 Mile, Ultra
Event summary
Join the excitement at "Doin' the Doodle" on Sunday, May 5th, 2024, in Easley, Pickens! Celebrating National Ride a Bike Day, this vibrant cycling event invites riders of all levels to explore the beautiful Doodle Trail while challenging themselves with distances of 15, 30, 45, or 60 miles. Starting at Sip and Ride, participants can pick up their bibs and tee shirts from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM before embarking on a fun, casual ride with friends. Experience the camaraderie as you ride north to Pickens Doodle Park and back, all while following the rules of the road.
For those seeking a more competitive edge, the Glassy Mountain Challenge will kick off at 10:00 AM, featuring a demanding 1.1-mile time trial climb up Glassy Mountain. This fierce race not only offers cash prizes and a coveted polka dot jersey but also ensures a thrilling atmosphere for all participants. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to enjoy a day of cycling, community, and achievement in the heart of Easley!
For those seeking a more competitive edge, the Glassy Mountain Challenge will kick off at 10:00 AM, featuring a demanding 1.1-mile time trial climb up Glassy Mountain. This fierce race not only offers cash prizes and a coveted polka dot jersey but also ensures a thrilling atmosphere for all participants. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to enjoy a day of cycling, community, and achievement in the heart of Easley!
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Races
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Doin' the Doodle Bike Ride plus the Glassy Mountain Challenge
Includes T-Shirt
Entries closed10:00 AM EDT
$25.00
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Doin' the Doodle Bike Ride 15 mile
Includes T-Shirt
Entries closed8:00 AM EDT
$20.00
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Doin' the Doodle Bike Ride 30 mile
Includes T-Shirt
Entries closed9:00 AM EDT
$20.00
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Doin' the Doodle Bike Ride 45 mile
Includes T-Shirt
Entries closed9:00 AM EDT
$20.00
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Doin' the Doodle Bike Ride 60 mile
Includes T-Shirt
Entries closed9:00 AM EDT
$20.00
Organiser's description
May 5th is National Ride a Bike Day. This is a chance to join other cyclist, ride the Doodle Trail, challenge yourself and get a tee-shirt and medal to recognize your accomplishment. Proceeds from the ride will go to the Momentum Bike Club https://momentumbikeclubs.org. You will see riders from Momentum Bike Club on the trail.
DOIN' THE DOODLE
You have the option of riding 15, 30, 45 or 60 miles. You will be starting at Sip and Ride which is a short distance from the Easley Doodle park. You will pick up your bib and tee shirt any time between 8:00am and 11:00am. This is not a race. This is a casual ride up and down the Doodle Trail with your friends. It will be a staggered start to prevent congestion on the trail. You will ride north to the Pickens Doodle Park and then head back to the Easley Doodle Park, circle the yellow pole and then head back to Sip and Ride to collect your award once you complete your loops. You are expected to follow the rules of the road and stop at every intersection. There are no bonus points for finishing fast. This is strictly for endurance. If you want to race, consider the Glassy Mountain Challenge.
DOIN' THE DOODLE PLUS GLASSY MOUNTAIN CHALLENGE
The Glassy Mountain Challenge is a time trial format climb up dreaded Glassy Mountain in Pickens. It is only 1.1 miles of leg shredding climbing. You must be in good shape to complete this climb. The Challenge Race will start at 10:00am. This is a all out race for cash and the polka dot jersey. Riders can warm up on the Doodle Trail and then stage at 526 Farrs Bridge Rd and wait for a start time.You can then cross 183 and start up S. Glassy Mountain Road. The time starts after you safely cross 183 and start the first climb up S. Glassy Mountain Rd. The race ends at the finish line at the top of Glassy Mountain. There is no bonus for the descent. It is fast and dangerous so stay in your lane and keep in mind, disoriented climbers are coming up the mountain.
AWARDS
KOM: $100 plus polka dot jersey
QOM: $100 plus polka dot jersey
Age Groups: 1 deep
16-19 M/F
20-29 M/F
30-39 M/F
40-49 M/F
50-59 M/F
60+ M/F
Awards will be given out at 11:00am at Sip and Ride
DOIN' THE DOODLE
You have the option of riding 15, 30, 45 or 60 miles. You will be starting at Sip and Ride which is a short distance from the Easley Doodle park. You will pick up your bib and tee shirt any time between 8:00am and 11:00am. This is not a race. This is a casual ride up and down the Doodle Trail with your friends. It will be a staggered start to prevent congestion on the trail. You will ride north to the Pickens Doodle Park and then head back to the Easley Doodle Park, circle the yellow pole and then head back to Sip and Ride to collect your award once you complete your loops. You are expected to follow the rules of the road and stop at every intersection. There are no bonus points for finishing fast. This is strictly for endurance. If you want to race, consider the Glassy Mountain Challenge.
DOIN' THE DOODLE PLUS GLASSY MOUNTAIN CHALLENGE
The Glassy Mountain Challenge is a time trial format climb up dreaded Glassy Mountain in Pickens. It is only 1.1 miles of leg shredding climbing. You must be in good shape to complete this climb. The Challenge Race will start at 10:00am. This is a all out race for cash and the polka dot jersey. Riders can warm up on the Doodle Trail and then stage at 526 Farrs Bridge Rd and wait for a start time.You can then cross 183 and start up S. Glassy Mountain Road. The time starts after you safely cross 183 and start the first climb up S. Glassy Mountain Rd. The race ends at the finish line at the top of Glassy Mountain. There is no bonus for the descent. It is fast and dangerous so stay in your lane and keep in mind, disoriented climbers are coming up the mountain.
AWARDS
KOM: $100 plus polka dot jersey
QOM: $100 plus polka dot jersey
Age Groups: 1 deep
16-19 M/F
20-29 M/F
30-39 M/F
40-49 M/F
50-59 M/F
60+ M/F
Awards will be given out at 11:00am at Sip and Ride
Location
400 Gentry Memorial Hwy, Easley, 29640, SC, United States
Doin' the Doodle
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