Dr. Horton will talk about his recently completed Tour Divide, a ultra-cycling challenge to pedal solo and self-supported the length of the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route (2745mi)…as fast as possible. Hear about his fascinating trek and transitional journey from ultra runner to ultra mountain biker. As part of Dr. Horton’s presentation, we will have a moderated Q&A session, so you bring your questions!
We are asking for a donation of $5 to cover Horton’s travel costs. All lefttover proceeds will be donated to to a fund devoted to developing and maintaining the new Albemarle County park, the Patricia Ann Byrom Forrest Park.
Prior to the talk everybody is welcome to join Dr. Horton at a mountain bike group ride or trail run at Observatory Hill. Here’s the schedule:
4pm – Group Ride/Run: Meet at Blue Ridge Cyclery and ride at Observatory Hill
6pm – Tour Divide Talk: Room 123, Rouss Hall, McIntire School of Commerce, UVa
8pm – Dinner social at Mellow Mushroom Pizza
Please comment on this post if you intend to come or RSVP to the Facebook event here.
More info about Tour Divide: http://tourdivide.org/
More info about CAMBC: http://www.cambc.org
Meeting spot for the ride: Blue Ridge Cyclery
Talk location:
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