Once again this year the Athens Bicycle Club will be organizing self guided bike rides leaving from the PawPaw festival.
Saturday, September 13th. Free sign-up between 8-9am at the Athens Bicycle Club tent near the festival Front Gate for your choice of three different routes!
Bring your bike to the festival and join other adventurous riders on your choice of route. Enjoy the gorgeous Zaleski State Forest, Vinton County heritage, incredible views and wonderful cycling. Routes available for all skill levels, each including Aid Stations and Sweep Riders. Turns will be marked with signs and with on road surface paint. These are self guided road rides, be prepared for light traffic and some rolling hills on mostly paved surfaces. We strongly suggest helmets, water bottles, lights, and high visibility clothing. Brought to you by Moonville Rail Trail Association, Bobcat Bikes, Ohio Pawpaw Festival and Athens Bicycle Club.
Electric bicycles are welcome!
Pawpaw Double Nickel [55 miles] – This challenging classic route includes a tour encircling all of Lake Hope, tour through the Appalachian foothills of Zaleski State Forest. Pass through many lovely villages and towns soaking in the amazing history and beauty of the forest. An EXTRA fully stocked Aid Station will greet you at the Vinton County Airport with great photo opportunities! Restroom facilities will be available. – Advanced to Expert riders recommended.
Moonville Express [25 miles] – *RETURNING for 2025* This premier out-and-back route takes you on an adventure to the Moonville Rail Trail. Two rail tunnels, over 9 bridges and fantastic historical vistas and gorgeous wetlands highlight this mixed surface route. The trail is fine packed gravel and still ideal for all bicycle types. Aid Station available about 9 miles in. – Beginner to Intermediate riders recommended.
Mallards Landing [10 miles] – This out-and-back route takes you through Walden Woods Preserve around gorgeous lakes where waterfowl often frequent. A small Aid Station (half way) for water or a quick snack will be available. – Beginner to Intermediate riders recommended.
