UVWCC

Notable Segments:

• Goose Pond to Hanover Center: A 2.70-mile segment featuring a steady climb with a 443-foot elevation gain at a 3.1% average grade, perfect for building climbing strength.

• Dogford Warm-up: A short 0.25-mile ascent gaining 72 feet at a 5.0% average grade, serving as an excellent warm-up for the more challenging segments ahead.

• E Wheelock St Chute: A 0.71-mile descent dropping 364 feet at a -9.7% average grade, providing an exciting and swift conclusion to your ride.

The Academy/Tucker cycling route, a 24.5-mile journey with an elevation gain of 2,018 feet.

Route Highlights:

• Challenging Climbs: Test your climbing abilities with segments like “Norwich Hills,” a 1.37-mile ascent with a 367-foot elevation gain at a 4.8% average grade, and “Tucker Hill,” a 0.71-mile climb gaining 266 feet at a 7.0% average grade.

Ah, the Rt 5/Academy/Union Village ride—a 21.85-mile escapade with 1,583 feet of elevation gain, crafted by the illustrious Derek M on April 2, 2023.  Strap in, dear cyclist, for a journey that promises both sweat and scenery!

The Grand Tour:

1. Church on Time: Kick off with a 0.39-mile descent, dropping 72 feet at a gentle -3.4% grade. Consider it your warm-up slide into the adventure.

This is a 24.8-mile cycling route with an elevation gain of 1,709 feet.

Notable Segments:

1. Norwich Hills: 1.37 miles with a 367-foot elevation gain (4.8% average grade).

2. Willey Hill to Top of Union Village: 1.27 miles with a 361-foot elevation gain (5.4% average grade).

3. The Real Academy: 2.30 miles with a 512-foot elevation gain (4.2% average grade).

4. Bridge to Buzzell: 0.22 miles with a 115-foot elevation gain (9.4% average grade).