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ADVENTURES
Gravel Grape Crusher » Saturday, April 18, 2020
Ride through the grapes at the 4th annual Gravel Grape Crusher (GGC) — a challenging Petite or Grande ride. It starts and ends at Paradocx Vineyard in the charming town of Landenberg, PA and will travel through many beautiful parks. Come for the ride but stay for the wine and beer! For any participants over 21, registration comes with one Paradocx wine or one local craft beer. Registration also includes post-ride food, stocked rest stops and GGC event swag.
Bikes & Beers » Saturday, July 18, 2020
Taste Victory at the 5th annual Bikes & Beers. The ride departs from Victory Brewing Company in Parkesburg, PA and features 15 rides of 30 or 50 miles. All travel through the beautiful region and feature rest stops with refreshments, then finish up back at Victory for a Post-Ride Festival. Participants will receive a Bikes & Beers pint glass, choice of two beers and a raffle ticket for great prizes. There will be live music, delicious food-truck fare, plus outdoor fun and games.
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RIDING FOR
GOOD
Explore the beautiful countryside on a bike and help preserve the surrounding landscape as well. Chester County hosts two cycling events that benefit the riders as well as the region.
French Creek Iron Tour – Cycling for Open Space » Sunday, June 14, 2020
Begin this annual ride at the Kimberton Fairgrounds. Cycle through Iron Furnace country and have a direct impact on preserving the magnificent countryside. The Iron Tour does
not refer to endurance as in “Iron Man,” but to Chester County’s rich iron and steel legacy. The routes of this tour highlight Warwick Furnace
and Hopewell Furnace among other sites. With courses from 11 to 100 miles, there is something for everyone.
A THRILLING
RACE
Benchmark Twilight Cycling Classic » Saturday, September 12, 2020
Guests will thrill to top-tier professional bike racing through the challenging Downtown Circuit in West Chester, PA. Stay at The Hotel Warner, perfectly located in the center of West Chester,
for a front-row experience in the heart of the action. Walk to not only all events, but also into the vibrant town full of restaurants, bars and shops for all tastes.
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