Johnsons Corner - Watha, Willard
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Ride Description:
The Johnson Corner – Watha ride offers routes of 33 and 44 miles. Historically, most riders opt for the 44 mile route. The route crosses to the east of 421 and eventually heads north to Burgaw. There’s a rest stop at Pender Memorial Park on Smith street The ride originates from Johnson’s Corner which is located at the intersection of Hwy 421 and 210.
This route can be extended to include a visit to Willard for a 57 mile ride.
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Ride Instructions & Rules:
- Please sign the new CFC liability waiver when you arrive at the ride.
- If you need a ride map, please print out the ride map and bring it to the ride.
- Please arrive to the ride start location at least 15 minutes prior to the ride start time.
- Please visit www.capefearcyclists.org and review CFC ride policies.
- f the forecast includes temperatures below 38 F, wind chill down to 32 F, or rain/wet roads the ride will be cancelled.
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Ride Communications:
- We currently use the SLACK app to provide up-to-the-minute ride changes and weather info. CLICK HERE to get started. https://capefearcyclists.slack.com
- Monitor the CFC Slack channel “Saturday-am-ride-schedule” before the ride for last minute ride information or cancelation.
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Ride Parking:
Parking is available at the store located at Johnson’s corner. Please adhere to parking zones so that trucks are able to access fuel tanks. The following link shows parking locations. Johnson's Corner Parking Map
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Ride Pace:
The ride offers opportunity for various pace groups. A Group (fast) riders typically average +18 mph. B Group (strong) riders typically average 16-17 mph. C Group (moderate) riders average 14-15 mph. If the ride allows there will be a D Group (leisurely) average below 14 mph with a no drop policy. Because rider safety is the top priority, the ride leader will discuss pace groups in advance of the ride.
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Ride Maps:
Cape Fear Cyclists uses Ride with GPS for its maps. The Club Page can be found here:
The ride ,map for this ride is located here: JC - Watha 44 Mile
JC- Watha 33 Mile
JC- Watha, Willard 57 Mile
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General Information:
First time riders are welcome. If you enjoy the experience, pick up a membership from at your local bike shop or visit www.capefearcyclists.org for instructions on joining the club. Membership not only supports the club and cycling advocacy, it extends insurance coverage to you on club rides.
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