The 36th Annual
Farmlands Flat Bicycle Tour
Saturday May 2nd, 2020
Brookdale Community College
765 Newman Springs Road, Lincroft NJ 07738
Due to the Current COVID-19 Virus.
The 2020 Farmlands Has Been Canceled
CJBC would like to remind everyone please practice all best safety and hygiene practices from the CDC (Centers for Disease Control) and WHO (World Health Organization).
These government agencies preach the importance of social distancing, sanitizing, disinfecting, not shaking hands, etc.
The Farmlands Board is currently deciding on the most efficient way to expedite a full refund to all current Participants.
YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED BY EMAIL
Farmlands@cjbc.org
Ride Classifications
The following ride classifications and terrain ratings are used on the Event Calendar to provide potential ride attendees with an idea of what to expect on a particular ride.
An Example ride listing:
TUESDAY, JAN 31
B+, 2/3, 35, Ride Name 10:00 AM Leader Name
Starting at Lyons Mall in Basking Ridge.
Please call ride leader to confirm ride. (your phone number)
- B+ indicates a steady 14-15 mph pace
- Note the speed may vary during ride, depending on terrain.
- 2/3 means over rolling to large hills
- 35 indicates that the ride will cover approximately 35 miles
- The ride starts at 10:00 AM, sharp
- The ride leader has requested that riders call to confirm they are joining the ride
- The ride leader's name and contact phone number are provided
- Note on leaderless rides: Any Leaderless Rides listed in The HUB are different from the other rides in that either has no predetermined leader. If you attend, you may or may not find someone assuming the leadership role.
Pace Ratings
- Speed indicates average upon completion of ride.
- Speed may vary during ride, depending on terrain.
|
Class
|
For |
Average speed
while moving |
| AX |
strong, experienced cyclists in top physical condition |
18 mph or more |
| A+ |
strong, experienced cyclist |
17-18 mph |
| A |
strong, experienced cyclist |
16-17 mph |
| A - |
strong, experienced cyclist |
15-16 mph |
| B+ |
good, competent cyclists |
14-15 mph |
| B |
good, competent cyclists |
13-14 mph |
| B - |
good, competent cyclists |
12-13 mph |
| C+ |
average cyclists |
11-12 mph |
| C |
average cyclists |
10-11 mph |
| D |
average cyclist |
8-10 mph |
| EZ |
average cyclists 20/15 miles or less |
9 mph or less |
| ATB |
All-Terrain and Hybrids |
...will vary with terrain
and riders' experience. |
| MTB |
All-Terrain Bikes only |
...will vary |
Terrain Ratings
- Hill Mania (multiple long and/or steep climbs)
- Large Hills (such as Hillcrest Road in Warren or Johnston Drive in Watchung)
- Rolling Hills (such as Valley Road in Warren Township)
- Flat (except for the occasional overpass)
ATB Ratings
- 1 Log: Novice. Basically flat. Typically tow paths and fire roads.
- 2 Logs: Intermediate. Rolling. Rough paths and fire roads.
- 3 Logs: Advanced. Numerous steep hills, some technical.
MTB Ratings
- 1 Log: Novice. Basically flat to smooth.
- 2 Logs: Intermediate. Rolling rugged.
- 3 Logs: Advanced. Hilly, technical.