8 cyclists in our group. Estimate 50+ for the ride. Temps in mid 30's to upper 40's and blue skies. 30 miles. 3400+ ft climbing. Stopped mid-ride for lunch and coffee outside. Gravel roads were dry and fast. Great day on the bike. Thanks to Katie for organizing. Saw a lot of friends out on the route including Joe Lawhorn training for RAAM 2018.
Route: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/11834066 (Big climb up 5 at beginning)
Ray founded Ohio Gravel Grinders in 2012. Ray moved to Columbus in 2007 and jumped into bicycle event organization and advocacy by launching Bike the Cbus, Columbus’ only city-wide bicycle tour, currently organized by Yay Bikes! He developed Columbus Rides Bikes! blog and companion Facebook group with over 3000 members to support the Tuesday Nite Ride. Ray has been instrumental in organizing charity rides, including Ride the Elevator, Night of 1000/1001 Tacos, and Yelp on Two Wheels to support many organizations.
Ray enjoys long gravel bike rides in the woods and lunch with coffee outside. He has been featured on a number of podcasts. Check them out on the Featured On section. Honey Stinger Ambassador
