Issaqueena's Last Ride
- Date Sat 26th April 2025
- Location Walhalla, South Carolina
- Price $43.40
- Races 3 races
- Distances Ultra
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day on two wheels at Issaqueena's Last Ride, taking place on Saturday, April 26, 2025, in the picturesque town of Walhalla, Oconee. This thrilling mountain ride invites cyclists of all levels to experience the breathtaking beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains and Foothills of South Carolina. Riders can choose from three exciting distances: a challenging 100-mile route that includes a stunning climb to Wigington Overlook, offering panoramic views of Lake Jocassee, or opt for the more leisurely 30 and 52-mile rides that meander through the gently rolling roads of Salem and Tamassee.
With scenic rural roads and minimal traffic, this event promises a refreshing escape into nature, making it a perfect outing for cycling enthusiasts. Your registration includes pre-ride coffee and baked goods, a hearty post-ride meal, cue sheets, SAG support, and fully stocked rest stops to keep you fueled and energized. Plus, don’t miss out on your guaranteed event T-shirt if you register by April 7, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. The ride starts and ends at St. John's Lutheran Church located at 301 W. Main St in Walhalla, SC
With scenic rural roads and minimal traffic, this event promises a refreshing escape into nature, making it a perfect outing for cycling enthusiasts. Your registration includes pre-ride coffee and baked goods, a hearty post-ride meal, cue sheets, SAG support, and fully stocked rest stops to keep you fueled and energized. Plus, don’t miss out on your guaranteed event T-shirt if you register by April 7, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. The ride starts and ends at St. John's Lutheran Church located at 301 W. Main St in Walhalla, SC
Organiser's Description
Issaqueenas Last Ride is a challenging, mountain ride through the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains and Foothills of South Carolina.
The 100 mile ride is highlighted by the climb to Wigington Overlook where it is rewarded with expansive views of Lake Jocassee and the surrounding Carolina Piedmont. The 30 and 52 mile rides stay in the flatter areas of Salem and Tamassee where the roads are gently rolling with no difficult climbs. All routes feature scenic rural roads with little traffic. This is a CHALLENGE. Please follow rules of the road.
Registration fee includes pre-ride coffee and baked goods, post-ride meal, cue sheets, SAG, and fully stocked rest stops. The T-Shirt is guaranteed until April 7, 2025 11:00 a.m. registration date and time.
Ride begins and ends at St Johns Lutheran Church located at 301 W. Main St in Walhalla, SC NOTE: Beginning Time Change
The 100 mile ride is highlighted by the climb to Wigington Overlook where it is rewarded with expansive views of Lake Jocassee and the surrounding Carolina Piedmont. The 30 and 52 mile rides stay in the flatter areas of Salem and Tamassee where the roads are gently rolling with no difficult climbs. All routes feature scenic rural roads with little traffic. This is a CHALLENGE. Please follow rules of the road.
Registration fee includes pre-ride coffee and baked goods, post-ride meal, cue sheets, SAG, and fully stocked rest stops. The T-Shirt is guaranteed until April 7, 2025 11:00 a.m. registration date and time.
Ride begins and ends at St Johns Lutheran Church located at 301 W. Main St in Walhalla, SC NOTE: Beginning Time Change
Races
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Issaqueena's Last Ride 30
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th April 2025 (8:30AM EDT)
$43.40
This slightly hilly route winds it way north of Walhalla but does not include the mountain section of the longer routes. The route makes its way around Lake Cherokee before returning to Walhalla. One rest stop midway provides refreshments. Total elevation gain is ~2100 ft. -
Issaqueena's Last Ride 52
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th April 2025 (8:30AM EDT)
$43.40
This middle distance route does not have the difficult climbs of the 3 longer routes. This route follows the quiet and rolling roads of Salem and the Tamassee area with views of the nearby Blue Ridge Mountains. Total elevation gain is ~3000 ft. -
Issaqueena's Last Ride 100
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th April 2025 (8:30AM EDT)
$43.40
The century route tours the back roads north of Walhalla through the Salem community and around Lake Cherokee before the 5 mile climb up Highway 130. The ride is highlighted by a 1 mile ascent up Wigington Pass with grades reaching 14%. Despite several long descents there are still some rolling hills and a couple of noteworthy ascents before returning to Walhalla. Those riders arriving at the fourth rest stop at Monte Vista Church at mile 72 after 2:45 should divert to the the metric route to return to Walhalla. Route closes and SAG availability ends at 5:00. Total elevation gain is ~8000 ft.
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