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There are five speed groups in the SB250 with rolling speeds ranging from 16-18mph to 25mph+. We ride in pacelines for the entire event. During the registration process you will be asked which pace group you would like to complete the ride with. Please be thoughtful with what pace you can ride for 150 miles.
Pace groups are as follows:
A+ Group 25mph + Rolling Speeds, 25mph AVG
A Group 22-24mph Rolling Speeds, 22 mph AVG
B Group 20-22mph Rolling Speeds, 20mph AVG
C Group 18-20mph Rolling Speeds, 18mph AVG
D Group 16-18mph Rolling Speeds, 16mph AVG
FOR THE SAFETY OF ALL RIDERS, IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT WE STAY TOGETHER AS A GROUP. Absolutely no riders should ride ahead or behind your group’s SAG vehicles. If someone has a flat, mishap, or needs a restroom break, the whole group will have to stop. Each group will have 2 SAG vehicles carrying supplies and water and each group will also have pacesetters in charge of safety and keeping the groups together. If a rider is having trouble maintaining the pace, they may be asked to ride in the SAG vehicle until they are rested. If you are a rider that has family members driving up or your own SAG vehicle, we may ask them to go up ahead and meet you at certain points. On many areas of Hwy 16 we will have to take the lane which can make it difficult for cars to pass, so we do not want our caravan too long so cars can pass us in a timely manner. On this route there will be some long stretches without restrooms, we do have a rolling rest stop with port a potties just in case. Any rider can communicate to their respective captain and have the rest stop set up in a safe place for everyone involved.
***DO NOT HAVE FAMILY CARAVAN WITH GROUPS. THIS IS DANGEROUS FOR BOTH RIDERS AND SAG VEHICLES***
Required Items
Strong legs and a good healthy attitude!
Bicycle
Helmet
Lights
2 insulated water bottles mounted on bike
Overnight supplies
Cycling kits (2 -4)
Included SB250 jersey is worn for 2nd day finish to celebration
ID and insurance
Essential Items
Sunglasses or some other form of eye protection
Gloves
Sunscreen
Lip balm with sunscreen
Arm coolers (Sleeves)
Sweatbands
Cycling socks and shoes
Chamois Cream
Street Clothes/ Overnight essentials including toiletries
Lots of smiles!!
Bonus Items
Ice Sock/Panty Hose
External Battery/Power Bank
Cycling Computer
HR Strap
Wet wipes (post ride wipe down)
Compression Boots/ Foam Rollers
All specialty nutrition
Packing plan:
You should have two bags- a day bag and an overnight bag. The day bag while have what you need on the ride itself like extra kit, speciality nutrition, chamois cream, etc. The day bag will be in the SAG vehicle for the speed group you choose. Your overnight bag will have your street clothes and toiletries for after day 1 and 2 riding.
Nutrition Plan:
Plan to drink every 15 minutes at a minimum throughout the entire ride.
We recommend one water bottle and one bottle of electrolyte mix (Scratch, Liquid IV, etc) each time we stop for refueling. Plan to eat every 30 minutes throughout ride. Solid foods like waffles, cookies, PBJ, etc and scatter your energy gels throughout the day. The SAG vehicles will have all these items on the ride so no need to pack unless you have some specific fueling needs.
Last two things….. don’t be afraid to ask questions to your captains and HAVE FUN!!!
