Sunday, May 21 – Lynchburg, VA

Storming of Thunder Ridge – John Bell Memorial Ride offers camaraderie and challenge for every rider’s ability with options of 27, 45, 48, 75 and 100 mile routes.

The 27 & 45 mile routes follow a course of rolling hills and meandering back roads. The Mountain ONLY route (49 miles) starts and finishes at Big Island and tackles the two big climbs: Thunder Ridge and Curtis.

The longer 75 & 100 mile routes test rider stamina with the 13 mile ascent up Thunder Ridge to Apple Orchard Mountain, the highest peak of the Blue Ridge Parkway in Virginia.

All routes include fully stocked rest stops, SAG support and monitoring of riders along the course. Indoor and outdoor camping is available.

Proceeds benefit the Community Support Campaign of the YMCA of Central Virginia.

Storming of Thunder Ridge

Next year: Sunday, May 19, 2024