Bike Hot Hundred

• Pre-Ride Party
• SAG Drivers
• On-Road Mechanical Support provided by VeloCity Pro Cycle
• Route Signs
• Road Markings
• Printed Maps (All Distance Options)
• Rest stops will be stocked with ice water, sport drinks, fruit, cookies and other snacks. The rest stops are graciously sponsored and staffed by volunteers from local non-profit agencies.
• Post-Ride Meal
• Raises money for the DCH Foundation and The Druid City Bicycle Club

Required:

• Helmets are Required!

Recommended:

• Two water bottles
• Sunscreen (After all, this ride is billed as the "Hottest Ride in the South!")
• Bike Gloves
• Sunglasses
• Energy Gel and/or Bars
• Spare Tube
• Air Pump
• CO2 Cartridge and Pump (that is if you don't want to wait for a SAG driver)

A well-tuned road bike is the preference. We also see hybrids, cruisers, tandems, hand cycles, recumbent, and mountain bikes. Choose a bike that fits you well and feels comfortable.

Typically, the ride is nearly full by ride date. We encourage you to pre-register. Registration begins June 15th, 2010.

Registration begins June 15th, 2010. You may register online or in person at the Pre-Ride Registration and Party at VeloCity Pro Cycle on Friday, August 20th. The ride is sponsored by the DCH Foundation North Harbor Pavilion and the Druid City Bicycle Club. Please take the time to visit the DCH website at: http://www.supportdch.org or Make a donation to support the Tuscaloosa Community Mental Health Task Force. Donate Now

Sorry, there is no cancellation--all monies will be considered direct donations to the DCH Foundation and the Community Mental Health Task Force.

We offer a variety of ride distance options: 23-34-46-65-102 miles. Many beginners and more leisurely riders, along with youngsters, choose the shorter distances. The first Rest Stop is at mile 11.5 so the 23 milers still get to enjoy one stop. These first miles are flat...rolling hills are encountered throughout the day beyond the 23 Mile mark.

For information on training for a Century ride visit: http://www.kanbike.org/pages/training.php

For information on training for a Century ride visit: http://www.kanbike.org/pages/training.php

The road is clearly marked at each turn for all mileage options. Rest stops are marked with large banners.

The Hot Hundred is not a race. Many cyclists do the ride every year just to see if their speed is improving. You may see small groups form a pace-line and move along at a pretty fast pace. The majority however are riding at their own comfortable rate, enjoying the scenery and the camaraderie of fellow cyclists.

You will frequently see our SAG drivers (they are the ones with the flashing amber lights). They carry basic tools for fixing flats. Our VeloCity Pro Cycle mechanical team will be traveling along the routes. SAG drivers will do their best to connect you with a bike mechanic in case of a more serious problem.

Generally the term SAG stands for Support and Gear. Their main goal is to provide a presence along the route. They carry the basics to assist in flat tire repair. They carry cell phones for emergency communications. They are capable of picking up riders who had to stop riding due to fatigue, injury, or mechanical failure.

Yes, absolutely!

Yes, helmets are mandatory--No Exceptions!
Does your helmet fit properly? For more information visit: http://www.helmets.org/fitshort.htm

Check out the Druid City Bicycle Club Safety Page.

There is ample parking at Capitol Park and the downtown Tuscaloosa area. A good number of our volunteers will be in the area throughout the day; however, we are not responsible for damaged, lost or stolen articles.