American Tobacco Trail Biking Adventure
Ski season’s coming, so let’s get those legs moving before the snow does. Join us for a fall bike ride along the American Tobacco Trail in Durham — 23 miles of paved, off-road trail along an old railroad bed that winds through Wake, Chatham, and Durham counties past woodlands, farm fields, ponds, and creeks.
We’ll meet at Durham Cycles and ride out together, stopping for a picnic lunch at the halfway point before heading back. Not up for the full 23? Turn back toward Durham Cycles whenever you’ve had enough. There’s no shame in a shorter ride.
Sticking around? We’ll pick a restaurant as a group and make a night of it with dinner after.
Member Status and Registration
An active club membership and RSVP are required to attend this event. Scroll down to the Tickets Section to register. Click here to join or renew your membership.
Guest Policy: Members are welcome to bring guests. Please increase the RSVP count when you register to reflect the total number of attendees (you count as one ticket/guest).
Registration Deadline: Register by Wednesday, November 11th. Registration closes on Thursday, November 12th.
Logistics and Event Details
Where to Meet Us: Arrive promptly at 10:00 AM at Durham Cycles (756 9th Street Durham, NC 27705). Look for the large Charlotte Ski and Snowboard Club banner flag.
Cost: It’s free to join us. Just bring your own bike (or rent one) and your appetite. Lunch and dinner are on you.
Things to Bring: Bike, helmet, snacks, bagged lunch, water, and sunscreen.
Bike Rentals: Durham Cycles has you covered with rentals starting at $45/day. Book online (the reservation system only lists an 11 am slot, but they’ve confirmed bikes will be ready when they open at 10 am) or call 919-251-8103 to reserve yours in advance.
Lodging: Arrange your own lodging if you would like to stay overnight.
Policies
Age & Health Policies: Children 17 and under are welcome to attend with a parent or legal guardian. Everyone must be able to bike comfortably. If you have any health problems at all, please notify an event leader.
Weather Policy: We may have to cancel on short notice if the weather doesn’t cooperate. Registrants will be notified via email 24-48 hours prior to the event if the forecast indicates rain or storms.
Cancellation Policy: If your plans change after you register, please notify an event leader.
Event Leader Contact Info
If you have any questions, contact Alisa Weber at 704-685-0780.