Part I - Cycle NC

2016 Coastal Ride
Participant Guide - Part I
CYCLE
NORTH CAROLINA
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Cycle North Carolina Coastal Ride
April 22- 24, 2016
Edenton, North Carolina
Contents
Cycle North Carolina Mission Statement
Participant Check-in Information
Accommodations
Camp Services
Event Communications
Emergencies and Severe Weather Guidelines
Course Information
CNC Safety Pledge
CNC Safety & Medical Tips
Cancellation & Refund Policy
Miscellaneous
Campsite Map “A” of Edenton
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1886 Roanoke River Lighthouse – Edenton, NC
Cycle North Carolina
Mission Statement
Cycle North Carolina is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit
organization designed to promote physical fitness
and good health, provide economic impact for
North Carolina’s charming rural communities and
to promote the unparalleled cultural and
geographical diversity of the great state of North
Carolina.
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Welcome to Cycle North Carolina
We are glad you’re going to be joining us for another great year of Cycle North Carolina’s Coastal Ride. Our
Participant Guide comes in electronic form and we’ll send it to you in two parts.
This is Part I: The Extended Session, which covers
information you might want to know as you do your longterm planning for the event. This is the bulk of the
information that you need to know before coming on the
Coastal Ride.
Participant Check-in Information
RIDER SERVICES CHECK-IN DATES &TIMES
Participant check-in for the 2016 Coastal Ride will be available at
the Rider Services Tent beginning the morning of Friday, April 22.
See the schedule below for check-in times:
Address: 106 West Water Street, Edenton, NC
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Friday, April 22 – 8:00 am to 5:30 pm
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Saturday, April 23 – 8:00 am to 5:30 pm
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Sunday, April 24 – 8:00 am to 10:00 am
At check-in you will receive your rider packet, which includes: a
Cycle NC Coastal Ride participant shirt, a wristband, a bicycle band
and additional ride information. If you pre-ordered a Cycle NC
Coastal Ride jersey, you will receive it when you check in.
The turn-by-turn cue sheets and maps will be emailed to you
electronically one week before the ride. Enlarged route maps will
be available to view at the CNC Rider Services Tent. A limited
number of each day’s route sheets will be available at Rider
Services should you need a copy.
CNC ID Bracelets and Bike Tag
Your participant wristband must be securely fastened by a CNC
staff member to your wrist (left or right…doesn’t matter) at the
time of check-in. Once your wristband is on, it should not be
removed unless you choose to leave the ride. The wristband
identifies you as a participant and gives you access to meals, tent
city, showers, indoor camping, evening entertainment and course
support. Wristband and/or bike band checkpoints will be
present along the routes so make sure yours is visible. If you see
a rider during the ride not wearing a participant bracelet and using
the services that YOU paid for, notify a CNC Staff member
immediately. Let’s keep the “Ghost Riders” away.
You will also receive a CNC bike band at check-in (similar to your
wristband). This band is to be affixed on the head tube of your
bicycle just under the handle bars. If you are riding a recumbent or
other style of bicycle you will need to affix the band on your bike so
Part II: Final Details – Late March: Part II will include
last minute details such as the schedule of events with
activities, entertainment, check-in times and locations,
camping/parking instructions, route details, and much
more.
that it is easily visible. This also must not be removed unless you
choose to leave the ride.
Check-in Inclement Weather Policy:
The Cycle NC Coastal Ride will continue rain or shine. If there is
inclement weather, the 2016 CNC Coastal Ride check-in will be relocated to the Town Council Chambers, which is located at Colonial
Park. If conditions are not safe and routes have to be closed, CNC
will communicate through email and text message as well as post
messages through our social media outlets (Instagram, Facebook
and Twitter). See pages 5 & 6 for information on the CNC text
messaging service, Weather Alerts and the Cycle NC Severe
Weather Guidelines.
Event Parking
Parking for the weekend is located at nearby public parking lots
and any designated street side parking spaces in and around
downtown. A map with weekend parking locations will be posted
to the Cycle NC Coastal Ride website, located under the “Event
Details” section and included in Part II of the participant guide.
RV Parking
All RV’s, motorhomes and pull behind camper trailers will be
assigned to designated locations in and around town. If you are
planning on coming with an RV or Camper/Trailer, you will be
contacted prior to the ride with instructions, assignments and
directions for parking. Power and sewer are not provided, however
portable restrooms will be available. Due to the number of RV’s and
trailers, we cannot guarantee a location that will be close to
Colonial Park and the waterfront campsite area. More details will
be included in Part II of the Participant Guide.
CNC Non-Riders
Some riders like to share their Cycle NC Coastal Ride experience
with family members who are not riding. We welcome non-riders
and offer them a chance to tag along for the weekend. To decrease
the amount of traffic on the roads, non-riders or support vehicles
are not allowed on the routes. Non-riders must be officially
registered, which provides access to the same amenities as a
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registered rider, minus the routes. All non-riders are required to
wear a wristband during the weekend.
Volunteers
Cycle North Carolina encourages non-riders to volunteer during
the ride. CNC is always looking for enthusiastic volunteers for the
event. Our main need for volunteers is at our Rest Stops along each
days routes. If you are interested in volunteering or you know
someone that is willing to volunteer or needs community service
hours, please contact the CNC office via email at
[email protected] or click HERE to fill out the online
volunteer form.
Accommodations
The Basics
The Cycle North Carolina Coastal Ride offers camping options
complete with services and amenities that make the stay an
enjoyable and comfortable experience. The information below will
provide you with all the details regarding the camping options at
the Coastal Ride.
Outdoor camping (tent city) options are provided in Downtown
Edenton at Colonial Park and surrounding areas. If you choose to
tent camp for the weekend, this is where you’ll be.
Indoor camping will be located at the Edenton National Guard
Armory and provides a large covered, dry, indoor space if you
choose to avoid the hassle of setting up camping gear.
Whether indoor camping or tent camping, you are responsible
for providing your own gear (i.e. tent, sleeping bag, pad, cot, etc.)
for the weekend. Reservations for indoor camping and outdoor
camping are not required as space is first come first served.
Quiet times at all campsites are from 10:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. If
you are a loud sleeper, please be considerate of others and find a
secluded area where you will not disturb the other campers. Please
note that you should avoid camping near any CNC vehicles, bike
mechanic areas and any stages at camp as they may be
noisy/lighted areas at night.
Please keep in mind that these are not our facilities and we need
to take care of them as much as possible. Please leave your
camping area clean and respect the properties we are using.
Tent City – Downtown Edenton
Tent camping is only available Thursday through Saturday night
in Edenton. Access to the tent camping areas will begin at 3:00pm
on Thursday, April 21.
Tent camping will be available at three main locations: Colonial
Park, Courthouse Green and Queen Anne Park (See map A). All
three locations are located along the Edenton waterfront area on
West and East Water Street (use 106 West Water Street for
reference.) All three locations offer convenient access to the many
downtown restaurants and shops. Overflow camping will be
located at the Historic Cotton Mill lawn and is approximately ½
mile from Colonial Park.
Please camp in designated areas only and do not set up tents in
areas marked with “No Camping” signage. Parking at the three
waterfront campsites will be available in public parking areas and
in street side spots nearby. CNC staff, local law enforcement and
volunteers will be onsite to assist participants with directions on
where to park and set up camp. Come prepared to haul your gear to
your camping areas as some sites may not have direct access from
your parking area. A map indicating parking and camping locations
will be posted on the Cycle NC Coastal Ride website and included in
Part II of the participant guide. Portable restrooms will be available
at all campsites.
Indoor Camping – Edenton Armory
Indoor camping will be located at the Edenton Armory (702 N
Broad St, Edenton, NC 27932), which is located next door to the
John A. Holmes High School. The Armory is only available Thursday
through Saturday night. Access to the Armory will begin at 3:00pm
on Thursday, April 21.
The Edenton National Guard Armory provides a large open air
room that offers plenty of space for you to sleep for the weekend. If
indoor camping space becomes limited, you may be asked to store
your bike outside. Tents are prohibited in the indoor camping
location. Bathrooms are available at the Armory, but they are
limited. Showers are not available at the Armory, but the shower
truck(s) will be located at the main tent camping area in Colonial
Park. Cycling shoes featuring recessed and non-recessed cleats
must be removed prior to entering the indoor camping facility to
prevent damage to the floors.
RV Camping
We have reached our maximum capacity for RV’s, pop-up
campers, truck trailers, etc. We are currently working on the
details for parking during the weekend and we will detailed
information in Part II of the participant guide. These parking
locations will be available at designated locations around town as
we cannot provide enough space for all RV’s and trailers at or near
Colonial Park. You can plan on parking anywhere from .7 miles to 1
mile from Colonial Park and the Start/Finish line.
You will be contacted prior to the ride with directions on where
to park for the weekend. The RV’s, camper and camper trailer
locations will be available beginning 3:00 pm on Thursday, April
21. Sewer and electrical hookups will not be available, but portable
toilets will be provided at the sites.
If you are looking for an area that provides full hookups, you can
contact Rocky Hock Campground, which is approximately 10.5
miles from Edenton. For more information, visit
http://www.visitedenton.com/rocky-hock-campground.
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If you are bringing an RV, camper or trailer, then you must email, if
you have not done so already, the following information regarding
the vehicle to the CNC office at [email protected].
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Type of vehicle/unit

Size (ft),
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Date and approximate time you will be arriving
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A photo of your vehicle

Names of other registered riders staying with you
This is not a reservation, but a way to help Cycle NC staff and the
town of Edenton in determining how much space is required for
RV’s, trailers and truck campers.
Bike Parking
Bike security should not be an issue in Edenton, but it’s always
great practice to secure your bike in some manner. Remember to
bring your bike lock with you and always store your spare key or
bike code in a place you can remember if you lose your keys or
cannot remember the lock code.
Massage Services
The Edenton Local Information Tent will be located next to the
Cycle NC Rider Services area in Colonial Park throughout the
weekend. This will be your main source for extensive information
about the community, including planned activities, restaurants,
hotels, local history, evening entertainment options and other
valuable information. Friendly locals will answer questions and
provide recommendations for food and entertainment options.
After a long day in the saddle, bring your tired legs down to the
Cycle NC Massage area where our therapist will use a variety of
Swedish, deep tissue and sports massage styles to keep you riding
happy all weekend. Massages relieve muscle pain and tightness by
stimulating circulation, clearing out the toxins that build up with
extreme exertion and stopping spasms before they stop you from
riding. Massages can be tailored to your pressure preferences and
to the areas where you need it most.
Therapist, Belinda Clark will be offering massage services for
CNC participants throughout the weekend. Take advantage of this
great service to help your body recuperate for the next day’s ride.
For information on massage fees or to sign up for an
appointment ahead of time, you can email Belinda at
[email protected] or call her at 828-337-0577.
Shower Facilities
Lost and Found
Bike Mechanical Services & Retail
Event Communications
Camp Services
Edenton Local Information Tent
A shower trailer(s) will be available during the weekend unless
there is a State or National emergency and the shower equipment is
required for disaster relief. The showers will be located at the main
outdoor camping area in Colonial Park and provides changing areas
and sinks.
If you are indoor camping at the National Guard Armory,
showers are not provided, but it’s just a short walk or bike to the
waterfront area. The shower trailer(s) will be available beginning
Friday, April 22. Please be courteous and keep the showers and
bathrooms clean. Remember to bring a towel and toiletries as CNC
does not provide these items.
Cycling Spoken Here will be our bicycle support crew during the
ride. Beginning Friday morning, Cycling Spoken Here’s team of
bicycle technicians will provide mechanical support on the course
and at the main campsite in Edenton. Bicycle pumps will be
available each morning at the bike mechanic area in Colonial Park.
Technical support is available for emergency repairs of wellmaintained equipment. It’s your responsibility to make sure your
bicycle is in good condition. Your bike must be tuned up prior to
the ride. You never know what complications might be lurking to
prevent you from having a successful bike ride. All mechanical
services are provided to the cyclists at the normal shop rate. Riders
will be responsible for any charges associated with service and
parts.
For those who forget their helmets or want to buy a pair of bike
shorts or that fancy new GPS unit, the Cycling Spoken Here retail
store will have a few cycling-related items for sale during the
weekend. Stop by and say hello!
BIKE RENTALS: If you would like to rent a bike for the weekend,
Cycling Spoken Here can do that too! Stop in and talk to Dave or
any staff member. Click Here for additional details on pricing,
bike types, available sizes and contact information.
The Cycle NC Rider Services will serve as the Lost and Found site
during the ride. If you have misplaced something during the ride,
be sure to check periodically at this location. The CNC Rider
Services will be open each morning at 8am and close each afternoon
at 5:30pm (3pm on Sunday). Sometimes, found items end up at the
Cycle NC main office after the ride ends so you can call us at 919361-1133 or email [email protected]. Be prepared to provide a
detailed description of the lost items. All items
unclaimed after two months will be donated to
Goodwill.
Weather Alert System & Text Messaging
Service
If you would like to receive text messages
from the Cycle NC Staff during the ride when
there are event updates, route changes, then
click HERE to sign up. Once you have signed up
for this service, you will begin receiving text messages on Thursday,
April 21 until Sunday, April 24. Standard text messaging charges
may apply. Should you decide to wait and sign up at the event, a
signup sheet will be available at Rider Services.
Social Media:
Cycle North Carolina is on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. We
will be taking photos during the event and posting them on our
Cycle NC accounts so be sure to follow/like us. We will be using
these outlets, the above text messaging service, email and the CNC
website to post event alerts regarding weather, route changes and
any other pertinent information.
Below are our social media account details:
@cyclenc
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www.facebook.com/cyclenc
@cyclenc
EMERGENCIES and SEVERE WEATHER GUIDELINES
EMERGENCIES:
All serious injuries that occur during ride will be handled by local EMS and hospital services. Dial 911 for all emergencies
and provide the physical address along with your exact location at the campsite or on the route. The CNC Rider Services will be
staffed throughout the weekend. Call the CNC Rider Services number (919-724-0299) any time during the ride if you are
unable to locate a CNC staff member. There will be no refunds for bad weather situations, force majeure events, acts of god, etc.
Basic first aid kits are located in each CNC SAG vehicle along the route and at the CNC Rider Services Tent. If assistance is
needed during the ride, flag down a SAG vehicle. If you are taken in for medical treatment, the CNC Staff will help you locate your family,
friends, bike, luggage, etc., but CNC Staff members are not able to provide you with transportation home. If you require services from a medical
facility, you will be financially responsible. CNC Staff cannot be responsible for medications stored in CNC vehicles.
If there is an emergency situation that requires you to return home during the ride, you will be responsible for your transportation,
additional housing, or any additional expenses related to the situation.
SEVERE WEATHER GUIDELINES:
Weather in mid to late April is typically cool in the mornings with mild temps in the afternoons with highs in the low to mid 80’s. Weather is
very unpredictable and rain is a possibility. Cycle NC will continue on schedule despite poor weather conditions, unless the conditions are
deemed unsafe. In order to protect the health and safety of all participant, the Cycle NC organizers may determine that the event is unsafe to
continue and that your participation in the event may be terminated with no refund.
If the event experiences severe weather (thunderstorm, tropical storm, hurricane, tornado, flooding. etc.) the CNC staff will take action to
notify all participants, vendors, volunteers, etc. We will notify participants of any dangerous conditions that we are made aware of through;
social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram), group text service, email, SAG drivers, route support staff, sounding air horns and through local
law enforcement. Your first priority must always be to seek shelter in a safe location until dangerous conditions no longer exist.
■ In case of lightning on the road
 Take immediate shelter at a house, if available.
 If no shelter is available, find a clearing away from trees. Never
stand near a tree. Lightning strikes the tallest point and travels
downward, sometimes arcing to things — including people
nearby. Once you find a clearing, squat on your toes with as
little of your body touching the ground as possible.
 Staying on a bike is an individual choice. It’s not the safest
place to be, but sometimes it’s the safest place at the time.
Rubber tires won’t protect you from lightning strikes, but
you’re moving and not high up, so chances are extremely slim.
■ In case of hail on the road
 A bike helmet will protect your head from getting hit. If the hail
stays on the ground and you’re riding your bike, you could slip
and fall. If there is no lightning, get under a tree. Generally if
there’s hail with a severe storm, that probably means lightning
in which case standing under a tree is not advised.
■ In case of a tornado on the road
 A tornado watch means that conditions are favorable for
formation of a tornado. It doesn’t necessarily mean a tornado
has been spotted.
 A tornado warning means that rotation has been spotted in the
clouds or a funnel has actually touched down. If there’s
rotation and there is a warning, take cover immediately.
 A tornado will generally come from the southwest moving
southeast. Most injuries and deaths from a tornado are the
result of being hit by flying debris. A tornado can force a blade
of grass into a fence post, so obviously it can kill a person.
Tornadic storms can produce more than one funnel, lots of
lightning, rain and hail. In this storm, everyone should take
immediate action and find shelter.
 If there are no homes, caves, etc., lay down in a low spot
on the ground not subject to flooding.
■ In case of lightning in camp
 If there is a storm with lightning, is approaching the
campsite an air horn will be sounded. If you hear an air
horn blast, you must seek shelter in a safe location.
 Do not stay in your tent if there is potential for lightning,
high winds, flooding, or other dangerous conditions.
Trees, limbs, power lines, etc. can fall on tents.
 People who are camping under trees should leave their
tents for safer places. Go to a building, picnic shelter, car,
pool house, etc., away from metal and power poles with
conductors in them. Be aware of your surroundings and
locate the storm shelter in the area once you establish
your campsite.
■ In case of hail in camp
 In camp, there’s not a whole lot you can do. You are okay
in your tent unless it is large hail, which will go right
through. The biggest problem here is that if you have hail,
you may have a severe storm coming.
■ In case of a tornado in camp
 If there is a need to evacuate, move quickly but safely.
 The safest places are basements, inside rooms (never near
windows) on the northeast corner of the building, under
stairs and in bathrooms.
 Depending on your local weather service, you should have
10-15 mins after a tornado has been spotted to evacuate.
FAMILY EMERGENCIES:
In extreme emergencies, family members can contact the CNC Rider Services by calling 919-724-0299. Bear in mind that it may take
several hours to locate a rider and relay a message. Additional Emergency numbers will be listed on the cue sheets. If you experience or are
involved in an accident along the route, there are two statewide emergency numbers:
911 – A statewide emergency number that will contact the local authorities
*HP – A statewide emergency cell phone number to contact the local State Highway Patrol Office
Edenton Police Department – 252-482-5144
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Course Information
Cycle North Carolina Merchandise
The 2016 Cycle NC Coastal Ride event
shirts and pre-ordered cycling jerseys
will be distributed at check-in beginning
Friday, April 22. There will be a limited
number of extra shirts and jerseys for sale
during the ride. Beginning Friday morning,
any vintage CNC short sleeved shirts that
we have in stock will be available at
discounted price of just $2! We will also
have vintage jerseys (sizes and quantity are
limited), long sleeve shirts, Nike Dri-Fit
hats, socks, stickers, etc. on sale.
Cycle North Carolina prides itself on providing a fully supported
ride. Our goal is to help you finish the day’s ride. To that end, our
courses are complete with the following services and amenities.
Route Cue Sheets, Maps and GPS Downloads
The 2016 Cycle NC route cue sheets and maps will be provided
electronically for you to download and print prior to arriving in
Edenton. An email with a link to the Route and GPS webpage will
be emailed to all registered participants on Monday, April 18. All
cue sheets will be downloadable in PDF format.
We use Ride With GPS to provide downloads to the Coastal Ride
routes. Links to a variety of gps devices will also be available for
download and will be offered in the following formats: Garmin
Write, TCX Course, GPX Track, GPX Route and Google Earth. Refer
to your gps device user manual for downloading instructions.
In addition, non-event specific Cycle
NC cycling gear will be available for sale.
The list of items include cycling shorts
and bibs, cycling wind vests, long sleeve
heavy weight jerseys and short sleeve jerseys. The CNC
merchandise will be available at the CNC Merchandise Tent daily
from 10:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. (2:00 p.m. on Sunday).
Course Hours
Friday: 9am to 5pm
Saturday: 8am to 5pm
Sunday: 8am to 3pm
Recycling at the Cycle NC Coastal Ride
The length of the ride each day is up to you. Ride as long or as
short as you want (or not bike at all!). All routes begin and end at
the waterfront campsite at Colonial Park.
Course support services including directional signs and SAG
(Support And Gear) vans will only be available during the course
hours stated above. The rest stops each day will have set hours of
operation and close at varying times during the day. Make sure to
check the route cue sheets and maps for the open and closing
times for each rest stop.
Please note that Cycle NC does not use a multi-colored system
for marking the routes. All routes will be identified with
fluorescent orange markings using the Dan Henry route marking
system, which is approved by the League of American Bicyclists.
The directional circles will always be located towards the right
hand shoulder of the road. In some cases when
Cycle NC
a route turns left, the markings will be located
on both sides of the lane. Turns will also be
marked with signs posted in the ground on the
side of the road, similar to the one shown here.
We often encounter roads that other cycling
clubs use for their rides so be sure to ignore all other markings
other than the ones below. If you choose to ride the Century
Option, we will indicate the route length under the directional
road markings when the route turns off of the original route. See
Fig. A below for examples.
Cycle NC continues to increase our recycling
during all of its rides. Clear Stream recycling bins
will be located at rest stops and at camp so place
your plastic bottles or cans in the blue recycle
bins to be recycled. These are not to be used for
“trash” so please help keep the trash out. All trash should be
placed in the “Black” trash bins. If trash is mixed in with the
recycling materials we cannot dispose of it properly. Do your part
and help us reduce our waste by recycling.
Your Carbon Footprint
We know you are riding your bike all weekend, so your carbon
footprint will be minimal, but help us reduce our carbon footprint
before and after the ride by CARPOOLING.
CNC Riders with Medical Issues or Special Needs
If you are participating in the Cycle NC Coastal Ride and you
require special needs, requests or you have a medical issue that
we may need to be aware of, please contact the CNC office prior to
the ride and speak with a Cycle NC staff member.
Fig. A
Right Turn
Left Turn
Straight
Caution!
Wrong Way
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approximate mileage and reason for needing assistance. In case of
an emergency, call 911 before contacting the SAG number.
If at any time you need assistance, please signal a SAG van with
a “thumbs down” signal or pat the top of your head. Another way
to let a SAG driver know you need help is to turn your bicycle
upside down or “wheels up” on the side of the road. For safety
reasons, when waiting for a SAG make sure you are completely off
the road and in an area where the SAG van can safely pull off the
road.
If you do take a ride in a SAG vehicle, you may be transported to
the nearest rest stop rather than directly to camp. In addition, the
SAG vehicles may not advance to a rest stop or return to camp
until it has a full load. You will be required to sign-in with the SAG
driver each time you utilize the SAG support.
Cycle NC Route Support
Cycle North Carolina provides exceptional routes and great
course support. The goal of our SAG’s (Support And Gear) is to
help you finish the day’s ride.
Route Hours:
SAG support and rest stops are available only during the route
hours (see “The Routes” section above for details). If you leave
before the routes open, or you are still on the route after they have
closed, we cannot provide you with support services. If you are
still on the routes after they close, you will have very limited
support. All rest stops and directional signage will be removed. If
you need assistance on the routes, you can call the CNC SAG
number listed on your cue sheets and maps (see SAG Support info
below for additional details).
Rest Stops
The Cycle NC Coastal Ride rest stops are located approximately
10 - 20 miles apart and feature snacks, drinks, Powerade, water,
fresh fruit and more. Select routes will feature PB&J sandwiches,
which will be indicated on your cue sheets. There you will find
friendly volunteers preparing these sandwiches for you to refuel
during the ride.
For sanitary reasons, most snacks will be individually prepackaged. To prevent the spread of germs, we ask that you do not
reach for unpackaged snack items without first removing your
cycling gloves (which are most always sweaty) AND washing your
hands or using hand sanitizer. For sanitary reasons, never use
your hands to get ice from the coolers. We cannot provide you
with ice. Portable restrooms and hand sanitizer will be available
at rest stops.
Some rest stops may feature organizations that use this
opportunity to fundraise and may have items at the rest stops for
sale or for a donation. CNC encourages you to help these
organizations as much as possible. However, Cycle NC will still
provide the items as described above. Rest stops are great
opportunities to get off the bike, stretch the legs and explore.
Cycle NC Safety Pledge
CNC needs your help to achieve our most important goal of a
safe ride. During the weekend, we are all part of the same bike
team/family and we need to look out for each other and help each
other out when one needs it. By registering for this event, you
agree to the following fourteen safety rules:
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SAG Support
There will be SAG Vans (white 15psgr vans, see photo at the top
of this page) on the course each day. They are available to assist
you as needed due to mechanical problems, fatigue, etc.
During the hours the routes are open (see course hours on page
7), you may call or text the SAG number located on your route cue
sheets and maps. When leaving messages, always include your
location including street name, which route you are on, the
14.
Helmets are cool! They protect your noggin so wear them at
all times while on your bike. IT’S REQUIRED!
Follow the Law - it's the safest way to ride. Bicyclists have the
same rights and duties as other drivers and need to follow the
same traffic laws.
Stop completely at all stop signs and obey all yield signs
Use the proper hand signals to indicate your next move.
Keep your head up and ears open. Do not wear headphones
while riding!
If you have to stop at any time on the road, move your bike
completely off the road.
Ride in the right third of the lane if there is not sufficient
room for lane sharing. If the road is wide enough, ride just to
the right of the travel lane to remain visible to other
motorists.
Always yell out “car back” to surrounding riders. This passes
the message forward when a vehicle is approaching from
behind.
Call out “on your left” to alert a rider when you intend to pass.
Point out potholes, broken glass and any other hazards to
those behind you.
Always ride with your lights on, whether it’s sunny, foggy,
rainy, or low light outside. The more visible you are the
better.
Always use common sense when on your bike.
Look out for railroad tracks and cross them at 90 degree
angles or just get off your bike and walk across. If you choose
to ride, raise yourself off your seat and stand on your pedals
to absorb the shock and lower the center of gravity. Angled
tracks and low shoulders are major causes of injuries.
ALWAYS walk your bike across if the tracks are wet, at an
angle, or if traffic prevents you from crossing at a 90 degree
angle.
Always follow the CNC Safety Rules.
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The fine print…
Registrations received between Friday, October 23, 2015
and Monday, November 2, 2015
All registrations received during this time period are eligible
for a refund. See details below for the timeline to submit your
cancellation in order to receive a refund.
Registrations received between Tuesday, November 3,
2015 and April 8, 2016
Cycle NC Safety and Medical Tips
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Some tips on how to avoid dogs when on the route:
o Speed up! This depends on how fresh your legs are.
o Yell at the dog! Yelling NO or DOWN usually works.
o Kick at the dog! This depends on your agility as the dog is
nearing your ankle.
o Use dog repellent. Please be careful when using on
aggressive dogs.
o Spray them with water or Powerade. An alternative use for
your water bottle.
Apply a waterproof sunscreen on exposed skin several times
daily. It should become a part of your rest stop routine.
Wear padded gloves. Shake out your arms and legs every
couple of miles to avoid soreness.
Drink plenty of fluids. Carry two bottles of water and drink
every 15 minutes. If you are not thirsty, drink anyways! You
can become dehydrated without knowing.
Stretch before and after riding and take plenty of breaks during
the day.
Wear a light, brightly colored jacket when riding in the rain.
This will help prevent excessive loss of body heat that can
result in Hypothermia. Plus, the brighter your clothing is, the
easier it is for motorists to see you when driving in the rain.
Have your bike tuned up and inspected before your first day of
riding. Inspect your bike daily during the ride
Take special care when riding in pace lines. Most accidents on
the ride are a result of bike on bike contact.
Miscellaneous
 Children 16 and under must be supervised by a
parent/guardian at all times.
 You must receive permission from the CNC office in advance
to bring animals on the ride.
 CNC Staff will have the right to remove any rider from the ride
at any time with no refund.
 There will be no refunds for bad weather situations, force
majeure events, acts of god, etc.
Cancellation & Refund Policy…
We understand things happen in life and sometimes you have to
cancel or adjust your registration. We want to make it as easy as
possible to do so. We have outlined in the next segment our
process and timelines for cancellations and refund requests. All
cancellations must be submitted in writing to
[email protected]. If you have questions, please email us or
give us a call at 919-361-1133.
All registrations received during this time period are only
eligible for a ride credit. See details below for the timeline to
submit your cancellation in order to receive a ride credit.
SUBMITTING A CANCELLATION NOTICE:
Cancellations between October 23, 2015 and April 8, 2016
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An administrative fee of 20% (up to $50 max) will be
applied to each participant cancellation (applies to
refunds and credits).
Refunds will be issued in the form of a check even if you
paid by credit card. All refund checks will be mailed one
month after the event.
Coastal Ride credits will be valid towards the following
future Cycle NC events: 2016 Mountain Ride, 2016
Mountains to Coast Ride and the 2017 Coastal Ride.
Ride credits will be recorded and it will be the
responsibility of the participant to notify the CNC staff
which event they would like to apply their ride credit.
All ride credits and refunds are non–transferrable and
non-refundable and cannot be carried over to future
years if not used within the first year.
All purchases are subject to the refund policy in effect at
the time of purchase.
After April 8, 2016
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There are no refunds or credits for cancellations received
after 5pm EST on April 8, 2016 unless you purchased the
cancellation insurance. Sorry, no exceptions.
Trip insurance is available for purchase at the time of
registering. See below for Trip Insurance details.
Cycle NC Trip Cancellation Insurance
Cycle NC offers the option to purchase Trip Insurance for the
2016 Cycle NC Coastal Ride. The Trip Insurance must be
purchased at the time of registration and it is only valid for the
2016 Cycle NC Coastal Ride. Trip Insurance cannot be transferred
to another participant.
If you are unable to attend the ride for any reason and you
purchased the Trip Cancellation Insurance, then notification must
be sent before 5pm EST on Thursday, April 21 to
[email protected] in order to apply your cancellation
insurance. Trip Cancellation Insurance covers all purchases made
at any time during the registration period. Refund checks will be
mailed no later than one month after the event completion.
Questions?
Contact the CNC office at [email protected] or
by phone at 919-361-1133.
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