What we’re about
The Carolina Tarwheels Bicycle Club is a non-profit (501c) organization welcoming all cyclists who enjoy riding with great folks who share the same passion. Our goals are to offer weekly organized bike rides for all levels of riders, to promote safe cycling, to provide bi-monthly club meetings with topics relevant to cycling, and to host one of the best organized rides in the area, our annual Bikefest event in Hillsborough.
Money raised by the Tarwheels is donated to other non-profit organizations that support cycling including organizations that donate bikes to children, promote safety, and promote cycling.
Our members also serve on various cycling advocacy committees in our community as a voice for cyclists and to integrate our sport safely with pedestrians and motorists.
We welcome new members and encourage individuals to join our organization, enjoy our rides and social activities while promoting our sport and supporting our community.
To find out more, please visit our Web site, Facebook page and outline of member benefits.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Cedar Falls Friday: Pleasant Green v.2 37mi @18mphCedar Falls Park (across from East Chapel Hill HS), Chapel Hill, NC
Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50834947
Generally smooth effort; we'll regroup at the top of Pleasant Green and Turkey Farm climbs. There will be a restroom stop at Eno River State Park.It is Tarwheels policy for all riders to sign the ride waiver before coming out to the ride.
*** WAIVER *** http://tarwheels.net/ewaiver
Members need only do this ONCE a year, non-members are required to do this before EACH RIDE. Please consider becoming a member. - A21, *7:55 am,* ~21 mph101 Williams St, Carrboro, NC
Ride between 60-75 miles. Route will be posted by Thursday evening.
Our goal is to be safe, smooth, and fast with a mixture of double paceline and rotation.
Competitive sections:
This is NOT a no-drop ride although we will look after each other, particularly with regard to mechanicals. Please feel free to sit in--just don't compete if you haven't been working.
If you are not a Tarwheels member, please sign this waiver before the ride.
- A-20 ride, Beat the heat to Sax *8:00 AM*, 20-21 mph, 58.5 miWilson Park, Carrboro, NC
June 28 Edition: The heat will be slightly better by Saturday but still keeping the route on the shorter side, with no major hills. We will be making a loop through Sax with a halfway stop at the General Store for some well needed hydration. Returning up Dodson’s with a predicted tailwind.
Todd may be on Safari for the next few weeks, but let's make him proud and keep it smooth and easy on the hills and fast everywhere else. Please note the 8AM start time. Summer is here.
Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/51418188
The friendly competitive sections:
Race Down to Sax https://www.strava.com/segments/10993133
UGCRRefreshments afterwards at Weaver Street Market.
What to expect:
- Ride length of ~60 miles, occasionally shorter/longer, at 20-21 mph
- Max group size of 22. If there are more than that we will divide into two groups before the start. (Group 1 will be at the upper range of the target pace with significant efforts at the designated segments, Group 2 will start a few minutes later and will not be quite as intense.)
- Double paceline ride with friendly and relaxed attitude/conversation
- 10-15 minute stop along the way for hydration, fuel, and socializing
- A few friendly and competitive "go hard" segments with a regroup at designated spots. (However, not a no-drop ride)
- Post ride continue the social/beverage option
RSVP is required for all riders who either start at WP or plan to join the ride on the road.
Your responsibility as part of the group is to RSVP and supply your own cue sheet or download the GPS file.
If you plan to join the ride in progress, please leave a comment below about where we can expect to meet you.
It is Tarwheels policy for all riders to sign the ride waiver before coming out to the ride.
*** WAIVER *** http://tarwheels.net/ewaiver
MEMBERS need only do this ONCE a YEAR. NON-MEMBERS are required to do this before EACH RIDE, please consider becoming a member.
Please consult the Tarwheels website for Ride policies (http://tarwheels.net/wp/policies/) and the BikeWalkNC website for guidance on riding in pacelines. Group Bicycling Best Practices: Skills and Techniques (http://www.bikewalknc.org/group-bicycling-best-practices-skills-and-techniques/).
- C pace (13-14mph) ride (27 mi) - Sat June 28, 8:00am - Gold Park to DiStefano'sGold Park, Hillsborough, NC
Ride leaders (Wendy and Gary) plan to maintain at least a 13mph pace. Faster riders are welcome to start with us and form your own group. Slower riders are also welcome to bring a buddy to ride with (use the comments section to recruit same-paced riders:-). We'll start the ride with introductions and sharing favorite safety tips, so come prepared! Look for us at our gray VW Jetta sportwagon.
Please respond to this posting with RSVP so leaders can know estimate of attendees and notify you of any updates due to weather, etc.
We'll have a few cue sheets, but please print one or download the route to your device. This ride is not for the new or inexperienced rider. You should have a road bike, be able to follow a cue sheet, be comfortable riding in a group, and managing personal hydration/nutrition.The route is on Carolina Tarwheels home page, and here are the links:
GP26.9 Mebane DiStefanos (bakery)http://ridewithgps.com/routes/51421486
http://tarwheels.net/pdf/51421486If you have any trouble with these links, please let us know!
If you have not recently looked over our ride policies, please take a moment to consult:
http://tarwheels.net/wp/policies/If you have not already done so, please take a minute to electronically fill out the 2025 Tarwheels ride waiver before coming out to the ride.
Current Tarwheels members need only do this ONCE a YEAR. NON MEMBERS are required to do this before EACH RIDE, so please consider becoming a member and save yourself the hassle.
