DC to Blue Ridge

     November 6-9, 2025      

    

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Scenic view of layered mountains under a cloudy sky during sunset or sunrise.

“To start off a trip by pedaling past the Washington Monument and Lincoln Memorial I thought to myself it can’t get any better, but it did”
~ Cody

Itinerary

A cyclist riding a bike in front of the Washington Monument reflected in a pool of water at the National Mall in Washington, D.C.
A cyclist riding past the U.S. Capitol building.

The adventure begins November 5 with a transfer from Front Royal to accommodations included in Washington DC.

November 6 starts off with a morning 12 mile ride circumnavigating the points of interest in Washington DC. This includes riding past the United States Capitol and down Memorial Mall before having a photo op in front on the Washington Monument. Next, roll along the reflecting pond over to the Lincoln Memorial and then past the Arlington Cemetery and the Pentagon. Then it is back to the hotel for breakfast before rolling onto the paved Washington Old Dominion Rail bed. The railroad bed will turn to rolling open country roads.  End day one at the base in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains.

Two cyclists riding on a mountain road with lush green trees and a clear blue sky in the background.
View of rolling green hills and mountains under a partly cloudy sky, with trees and shrubbery in the foreground.

November 7 - After a few quiet miles riders will roll onto the Skyline Drive where the road pitches up with a series of long steady climbs. Much of the 70 mile day is spent pedaling along the ridgeline enjoying the serene beauty of the Appalachian skyline.  Finish the day with a quick descent down to a secluded mountain lodge.

A cyclist wearing a helmet and colorful sports jersey riding a bike along a mountain road with lush green trees and distant mountain ranges under a clear blue sky.
A rocky mountain stream flowing through a green forest with trees and bushes surrounding it.

November 8 - Out of the gate climb up to skyline drive and soak in the morning sun.  Continue to roll south climbing and descending following the ridge line.  When Skyline Drive ends, the next adventure of the Blue Ridge Parkway begins.  Life on the parkway has only two skill sets. Climbing and descending.  The day ends with a stretch of the legs exploring historic Lexington, the home of Stonewall Jackson. 

A scenic view of a lush green hillside under a partly cloudy sky, with a paved road on the left side.
A cyclist riding on a winding road through a lush, green, wooded area.

November 9 - The final day starts out with a morning climb back up to the parkway followed by a long plunge down to the James River, the lowest point on the parkway.  This is followed by one of the longest climbs on the parkway climbing to Apple Orchard Mountain, the highest point on the parkway in Virginia.  This is followed by another long steady descent into downtown Roanoke. Freshen up with a shower and then catch a bite while bikes get packed before heading to the airport or back to Front Royal.

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Map showing a north-south route through Virginia, West Virginia, and Maryland, along a red line with mile markers from Roanoke, Virginia to Baltimore, Maryland.

    • 4 Nights hotel

    • 4 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, & 3 Dinners

    • Gear Transport

    • Ride Leaders

    • Stocked & Staffed Aid Stations

    • Hi-Res Ride Photography

    • On Call Sag Support

  • Day 1 - 95 (65, 35) miles, Flat to Rolling
    Day 2 - 75 (50, 25) miles, Mountains
    Day 3 - 95 (65, 30) miles, Mountains
    Day 4 - 80 (50, 35) miles, Mountains

    Escalator options in brackets. Choose each day on the fly.

    • Wake up to a relaxing breakfast at or near the hotel.

    • During breakfast our staff will ensure that your device has the days course uploaded.

    • After breakfast repack your luggage and pack a day bag. Our staff will load your luggage in a van bound for the next hotel. Day bags will be loaded in a van bound for aid station #2.

    • Each morning ride will roll out in 1 single group or in waves based on terrain, ability level, and group size.

    • The 1st aid stop will be our coffee stop.  This will be between 1/3 & 1/2 way and will have coffee, sports drink, water, bananas, bars, and gels.

    • The 2nd aid stop will be our lunch stop. This will be between 2/3 & 3/4 of the way. This stop will have sandwiches and finger foods (chips/pretzels), sports drink, water, gels, bars, and your day bag.

    • Upon arrival to the hotel riders will be met with our staff who will hand out room keys and share dinner plans.

    • Dinner will be at a local restaurant or catered to hotel.

  • By Car -
    Pickup Front Royals, VA

    • 6 pm, November 5

    • 9 pm, November 5

    Drop off Front Royal, VA

    • 6 pm, November 9

    By Air

    • Arrive DCA Nov 5
      (IAD is an option but will require a taxi)

    • Depart ROA Nov 9 after 2pm

  • Average high 60
    Average low 45

    November tends to be dry and sunny.

  • We call it our escalator. Jump in the van and make the day achievable. We will bring you up the first climbs and set you up to have the most scenic and enjoyable experience possible.

  • We recommend a road bike.

    E-bikes with Batteries over 700Wh (or 2×500Wh) are welcome. We will support you on the journey but can only provide limited sag support due to the weight of the bike.

  • Ride Like a Pro
    - Never ride alone. Have your personal domestique to break the wind, capture pics, and sherpa bottle your ride.

    Single Occupancy
    - Relax in your own hotel room.

    Post Ride Food & Snack Service
    - This is our version of bottle service. When you finish your ride have your favorite canned/bottled beverage and snack at your fingertips.

    Bike Build & Rebox
    - Shipping or fly with your bike, let our team take care of unpacking and repacking while your kick back and socialize.

    Bike Rental
    - Upgrade your weekend riding one of our lightweight carbon disc brake bikes. Also available is an e-bike option.

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Registration is Open!