Planning for the 18th annual Bike Florida spring tour is underway and it appears that this year’s tour will be nothing short of spectacular. Their staff has developed a wonderful route that will combine the city feeling of Gainesville with the natural beauty that surrounds it.
The ride is being called Florida’s Eden for the natural beauties cyclists will be exposed to along the way. Riders will depart from Gainesville on March 26 and return on the first of April, after a week of 30-70 mile daily rides, with short, medium, and long route options available. Bike Florida looks to maintain the consistency of excellence they have provided in years past. While on the tour riders will have the pleasure of stopping in some of Florida’s lovely yet least publicized cities: High Springs, Newberry and historic Micanopy. Each city has a unique feeling and sense of self pride which can only be felt once arriving.
High Springs highlights the most important resource available, water, which has been extensively studied by the late Wes Skiles diving in the area’s world famous springs! In Newberry participants can try their luck on an Olympic regulation archery field or engage in a number of physical activities at the Easton Newberry Sports Complex. Cyclists are in for a real treat as they enter America’s quintessential historic community, home to the fictional Dr. Benjamin Stone, of Micanopy, from the movie “Doc Hollywood.”
This unique route that takes you through the hidden treasures of Florida’s quaint towns and historic hamlets, turquoise springs and rivers, rich forests and rolling pastures covered with wildflowers, truly gives riders an experience of Florida’s Eden.
“For those who can not attend the entire week, we offer two 3 day packages” says Ride Director Rachel Weissler. The Gainesville Getaway option allows riders to begin the tour on Saturday, the 26th of March, and experience all the wonderful attractions in Gainesville, home of the Florida Gators. Participants can also choose the High Springs Holiday which is ideal for those who want to cycle as well as experience the natural waters along the way.
“The ride is geared for all level of cyclists, so whether you are an avid cyclist or a first timer this ride will be fun” says Rachel. Buckle that helmet and be prepared to see Florida in a way that many people are unaware exists.
Visit www.bikeflorida.com for more details and registration.
For further assistance, please contact Bike Florida staff at info@bikeflorida.org or call (352)224-8602.
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