An epic adventure-cycling challenge, featuring dirt, seasonal, and challenging primitive roads in the heart of the Battenkill Valley of Upstate New York & Vermont.

NO MORE LATE FEES!

There are no more late fees if you register online.

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Location:

Start/Finish at Argyle Brewing Company6 Broad Street, Cambridge, NY, 12816To be held under local permit with the Village of Cambridge, NY

All registrants receive:

Custom pint glass + first fill free, compliments of Argyle Brewing CompanyEnjoy locally-sourced & baked apple pie with streusel topping at the finish!Event t-shirt if registered by April 25Professional registration and event staff$15 coupon to post-ride food trucks onsite10% discount at local restaurantsMoto supportSag support from the aid stationsOn-course mechanical & moto support + sag support3 Aid stations with plenty of water & energy drinks, nutrition, and friendly volunteers!Finish times & results Clear course signage and markings + maps and cue sheetsStart and finish marshal supportBike wash stationRaffle prizesRide photosBragging rights for completing one of the most epic rides in the Northeast!

Non-Competitive Event Format:

Race if you want, or not - see you at the finish line with a beer! (21 & older only)'Rules of the road' only - all riders must obey local and state Vehicle and Traffic Laws throughout the ride.Individual start / non-mass, rolling startsSelf-timed - results via Ride with GPS only500 rider limit!

Self-Timing & Results Only:

Register on the RWGPS Event PageRecord your ride on the RWGPS App or upload your results - RWGPS app will record MOVING TIME ONLY! No penalty for stopping at aid stations, etc. -- download the app here.Time clock available at the start/finish

Course Details:

The Great North is an adventure-challenge ride that travels on the paved, gravel, and primitive back roads of theBattenkill Valley Region of New York & Vermont.

You may have to dismount for the more challenging, primititve road sections. Helmets are required. Riders must obey all traffic markings and signsFull Distance - 70 miles Mid Distance - 51 milesMini Distance - 23 miles No Gravel - paved option - 27 miles

Course maps (subject to change)

Schedule:

Full - 9 AMMid - 10 AMMini/Paved - 11 AM

Cancellation Policy:

If the event is not held in 2024, all registrants can either request a full refund (less bikereg.com processing fees) or defer to 2025.

Recommended bicycles:

Gravel bikeRoad bike with wider, 28+ mm knobby tiresCyclocross bikeMountain bike

Recommended minimum gearing:

39x27 min.

Recommended shoes:

Mountain bike or Cyclocross shoes

Recommended gear: