The outdoor adventure club from Portsmouth, Ohio, Portsmouth Connex, is hosting the 4th Annual Wild Ride. Cyclists will begin in Shawnee State Park and roll in and around Ohio’s largest and hilliest state forest, Shawnee State Forest. The Wild Ride offers 5 paved and 2 gravel routes, roving SAGs, and aid stations. The Wild Ride is unique as Portsmouth Connex brings together road riders and gravel riders.
Registration and Finish Line festivities include a warm Southern Ohio welcome, music, and an official finish arch to top off the accomplishment. The Wild Ride is a cycling adventure, not a race. For those interested in adding a competitive component, three segments, one in The Storm, the Rattlesnake, and the Tick will award prizes to top riders. Participants must have a Strava account and a connected ride to be prize-eligible. E-bikes are not eligible for segment challenges. Participants may pre-order a commemorative jersey with registration before May 15th.
The registration fee includes a Wild Ride t-shirt, commemorative pub glass, access to professional photos a week after the event, and an edible medal. Portsmouth Connex will provide a voucher for one drink of your choice from the historic Portsmouth Brewing Company, the oldest brewery in Ohio. The voucher is redeemable for 2 weeks post-event. Same-day registration is available, however, t-shirts, pub glasses, and medals are not guaranteed.
Check-in for all routes begins at 7am. Portsmouth Connex suggests beginning your route early. Aid stations are open until 3pm and the finish line festivities will wrap up by 5pm. If you are on the course after 3pm, the aid station and SAG support may not be available. Participant Fees: $25 (Cottontail Only), $45 (all other routes) until June 1st. After June 1st participant fees will escalate to $50 per rider (exception: Cottontail). Same-day registration is $60 per rider (exception: Cottontail). Register at www.connexmoves.org or www.bikereg.com.
QUESTIONS? Email, info@connexmoves.org
Event Details: Park Release Form: A completed release form signed day of the event is required to participate.
Rider Support: There are aid stations throughout the routes and roving SAGs with limited tools/supplies. See route maps for details. Cellular coverage is minimal throughout many of the courses. Download your route maps in advance. Cellular coverage at the ride start and finish is not available. Bring your own bike repair supplies.
Helmets: Required.
Weather: Rain or shine. No refunds.
Location Details: The ride begins in the Shawnee State Park Beach parking area (add a hyperlink to the park website). The Shawnee State Park and Forest offers many family-friendly activities and amenities. Plan your weekend getaway. Save up to 15% when you book a two-night stay at Shawnee Lodge. Call 740-858-6621 and ask about the Wild Ride discount! Restrooms: Restrooms are available at registration/finish and at the aid stations.
Routes: E-bikes are welcomed on all routes. E-bikes cannot compete in segment competition.
Paved Routes
The Cottontail: 9 miles and dishes out about 600 feet of elevation climb. There is one aid station located along this route.
The Bear Cub: 16.5 miles and 1000 feet of elevation climb within an out-and-back route. There is one aid station along this route.
The Bobcat: 30.2 miles with 2100 feet of elevation climb. There are two aid stations on this route.
The Rattlesnake: 60.5 miles and there are 3400 feet of coiling hills to navigate. There are three aid stations along this course.
Tick: 101 fully paved road miles and slightly over 6000 feet of elevation. Those tackling the Tick must be on the course no later than 8:00am. There will be access to five aid stations. One competitive Strava segment is along this course.
Gravel Routes
The Hawk: 35 miles and 3400 feet of elevation. There are two aid stations along the course and another aid station accessible with that is 3400 feet of coiling hills to navigate.
The Storm: 60-mile gravel route with 5800 feet of elevation. There are three aid stations along the route and another that is 3400 feet of coiling hills to navigate. There are three aid stations along this course. Thinking about making this a century metric? Head on up to the top of the hill to the lodge before you finish. We dare you. One marked competitive Strava segment is along this course.
QUESTIONS? Email, info@connexmoves.org
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