I Gots a Weasel!

At the Gravel Rouser Classic we have a catagory called the Roadkill Points Challenge. Basically, whenever you see some roadkill on the road (or off) you sprint to tag the carcass with at least one of your tires. Past winners include Craig Watson (2x) and Kevin Deal. It takes practice to train your sprint at the site of a dead groundhog in the ditch or a leathery 'coon on the white line. Just last Sunday Andy James, practically a newbile to the roadkill sprint, dusted Watson and me to break three ribs off of a skinless deer. So get ready, the Gravel Wouser will be here before you know it. The weasel will be waiting, he is the prize!!!

Road kill points breakdown:

  • Skunk = 5 points
  • Deer = 5 points
  • All others = 1 point
  • Live animals = double points

— Joey Boyle, Gravel Rouser Committee Co-Chair, Feb. 26, 2008

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Upcoming Events & Activities

March 20-23: The Gravel Rouser Classic
Sponsored by Athens Bicycle, the 5th annual Gravel Rouser Classic will include an off-road time trial, a gravel road ride, a singletrack mountain bike race, a scavenger hunt and more. Click here for a recap of last year's event.

April 19: Athens Spring Ride
Enjoy this scenic ride around Athens and surrounding counties during the height of budding dogwoods, redbuds and wildflowers. Rolling to hilly terrain with options for 25, 40, 60, 70 or 100 miles. Visit the Athens Bicycle Club Web site for more info.

May 25-26: The 37th Annual Tour of the Hocking River Valley

This wonderful two-day tour is organized by the Athens Bicycle Club. Ride approximately 65 miles the first day from Athens to Reedsville, Ohio. Camp along the Ohio River at Forked Run State Park, then ride approximately 50 miles back to Athens. More information will be available later this spring on the ABC Web site.

June 7-8: The 26th Annual Marietta River Rendezvous
Presented by the Marietta Rowing & Cycling Club in Marietta, Ohio, this event features two 65-mile road rides, a cruise on a sternwheeler, ice cream, a pasta dinner and more!

 



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