Audax Routes ~~ What to Expect

There are three routes used in this process, two different “Tune Up” rides, and the actual 125 mile Audax Ride route.  The Tune Up routes are, deliberately, a bit tougher terrain than found on the actual Audax Ride.  This is to prepare riders for the full on ride.  It’s nice to know that the actual ride is longer, but generally, not as difficult.

45 Mile Routes:  The same route is used for both of the shorter Tune Up Rides.  (Strong suggestion:  If you are new to this, plan on doing all three of the Tune Up Rides.  This will help you prepare, mentally and physically.) 

The terrain is hilly, but not severe.  This early in the year, expect to face windy riding.  Plan to carry extra clothing on the earlier rides.  Weather can be changeable.

There will be a stop at about 15 miles.  Then there is the option of another stop at around 30 miles.  The objective is to finish these rides in close to three and a half hours.

65 Mile Route:  This one is hilly.  Specifically, there is one long “grinder” between about mile 21 and 24.  Then there is a series of really big “rollers.”  It’s a delightful tour into the Chattahoochee Hill Country and back.  There is, at this date, a bit of uncertainty about the actual route.  This will depend on when (and if) a bridge is repaired.  Don’t worry about this.  There is a decent alternate available, and it will not alter the basic character of this ride.

There will be a stop at about 15 miles.  The second stop is close to the 40 mile mark.  There is an optional stop at about 55 miles.   The objective is to complete this ride near six hours.