Hiawatha's Revenge Gravel Road Ride

Hiawatha's Revenge Gravel Road Ride Welcome to the Hiawatha's Revenge, an organized gravel road ride thought the Hiawatha National Forest. http://hiawathasrevenge.blogspot.com/ Information

When?

June 6th, 2015
Where? Start and Finish will be in Munising, MI at the Valley Spur Ski Trail
What? The Hiawatha's Revenge is a self supported gravel road race through the roads of the Hiawatha National Forest. There will be 50ish mile and 100ish mile options. Both races will head southeast covering a mix of roads. Surfaces will range from pavement to two tracks, to sandy roads, to wet clay and pro

bably everything in between- including miles and miles of well maintained gravel forest roads. Both races will ride to the Steuben, MI area before heading back towards Valley Spur. Who? Cyclists of all abilities are welcome, but please remember, this is self supported (see below). Ride for the win, or just enjoy a scenic tour though the Hiawatha National Forest. Either way, enjoy some great riding and great scenery. Self supported? After we wave you off the start line you are on your own! No aid stations. No SAG wagons. No sweeps. No cupcakes. It's you and whatever you bring with you that will get you down the course and back to the finish. Unplanned aid is allowed from other competitors and the general public. There will be a few campgrounds with water along the route and the route will also pass or come within a mile of 4 bars or general stores where provisions can be purchased if necessary. Registration? Field is limited to 75. Registration will be on a first come first served basis. A list of registered riders will be placed on the website. To register send a postcard including the following:

Name:

Address:

Age (on event day):

Intended Distance: 100K or 100 miles

Email Address:

To

Rick Hill

N7572 Carmody Rd

Munising, MI 49862

Questions? Email [email protected]

Address

Munising, MI

General information

FAQ’s Q: What kind of bike should I ride? A: A mountain bike, cross bike or some variation would seem to make sense, but it’s totally up to you. Q: Are the roads marked? A: Yes, but we can’t guarantee the markers will be there when you get there. We’ll give you a map/cue sheet, and you should rely on them as your primary means of navigation. There are county road signs, and/or US Forest Service markers on most of the roads. Carrying a compass and knowing how to use it is highly recommended. Q: Will I get lost? A: Hopefully not, but it’s a possibility. You’ll have a good map so you should be able to solve any temporary misplacement. Again, a compass will help. If you end up in Lake Superior or Lake Michigan , then yes, I’d say you’re lost. Q: Are there rest stops? A: No, but you’re welcome to stop and rest where and when you want. Q: Will my cell phone work? Good Luck Q: If I do get to a phone and call, will you come and get me? A: No. If you’re nice, and one of the locals can stop laughing at your lycra kit long enough, maybe they’ll give you a lift. REMEMBER, YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR YOURSELF. Q: Is this a closed course? A: No. You should expect cars, trucks, ATV’s, motorcycles, and maybe other cyclists to be sharing the road with you, and coming around any corner, or over any hill. STAY ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE ROAD! Also, bears, deer, wolves, coyotes, foxes, rabbits, squirrels, grouse, turkeys, and other critters too numerous to mention may make a sudden appearance. STAY ALERT!

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