Started in Frankfort, MI. Headed past the bay and to the NW. The trail is paved for the first section and then turns to mixed gravel/sand. The trail passes by Crystal Lake and then Beulah before heading into the woods. The trail officially ends in Thompsonville, but looks to continue in unimproved fashion. I turned around and headed back after enjoying a snack. 44 miles total. Ended the day at the beach with a book.
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
