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WNR C

The routes for the WNR C group. More moderate routes than the A or B routes. Shorter and with less climbing and shorter gravel sections. The aim is to start these routes at 5:30pm and complete them before sunset at a moderate pace (14 to 16mph).

Five and Dime

Town
Hanover
Summary

The "Five and Dime" is a classic upper valley route, mostly flat, with gradual climbs, rolling hills, and serene views of the Connecticut River. There is a small detour onto Pavilion Rd off of Rt 5 for easy re-groups. Crosses the Ledyard Bridge and Lyme-East Thetford Bridge. Climbs include Chieftain Hill on RT 10.

Description

The "Five and Dime" is a classic upper valley route, mostly flat, with gradual climbs, rolling hills, and serene views of the Connecticut River. There is a small detour onto Pavilion Rd off of Rt 5 for easy re-groups. Crosses the Ledyard Bridge and Lyme-East Thetford Bridge. Climbs include Chieftain Hill on RT 10.

Dime and Five

Town
Hanover
Summary

Mostly flat, with gradual climbs, rolling hills, and serene views of the Connecticut River. Crosses the Lyme-East Thetford Bridge and Ledyard Bridge.

Description

Mostly flat, with gradual climbs, rolling hills, and serene views of the Connecticut River. Crosses the Lyme-East Thetford Bridge and Ledyard Bridge.

5 and River with Pavillion

Town
Hanover
Map
Summary

Mostly flat, with scenic views of the Connecticut River along Rt 5 and River Rd. Gravel and bumpy road surfaces on River Rd with a few steep climbs up Mount Mackenzie on River Rd and Chieftain Hill on Rt. 10.

Description

Mostly flat, with scenic views of the Connecticut River along Rt 5 and River Rd. Gravel and bumpy road surfaces on River Rd with a few steep climbs up Mount Mackenzie on River Rd and Chieftain Hill on Rt. 10.

10/N Thetford/10

Town
Hanover
Map
Summary

Mix of rolling hills, gravel, and bumpy road surfaces. Gradual climb up to Lyme from Garipay and River Rd, with a steeper climb at Chieftain Hill on Rt. 10. Be cautious turning left from Rt. 10 onto North Thetford due to a blocked sightline.