NYC Women Led Century

The Century Plus Crew women-led century in collaboration with the dynamic Black Girls Do Bike NYC is back for its 2nd year! Join us July 20th 2024 on a fresh route through the picturesque and lively New York City, in a Century where you choose your mileage with the end goal of covering 101 miles with 2341 feet of elevation and concluding at the stunning Prospect Park. Advanced training, Car support, snacks, and mechanical assistance provided. Everyone is invited to join; the route details will be shared with all registered participants. There will be 4 stops for refueling and nature stops at the 24, 42, 60, and 80-mile marks with additional water stops sprinkled throughout the ride.

8 bridges 4 boroughs

Marine Pkwy bridge

Cross bay bridge

59th street bridge

Willis Ave bridge

Highbridge

Williamsburg bridge

Kosciuszko bridge

Greenpoint Ave Bridge

There will be Two Cycling Groups

Group B 13+ MPH (13-16 MPH) Pace Meeting 5:15 AM at Grand Army Plaza Library Steps

Rolling out at 5:30 AM

Group A 16+ MPH (16-19 MPH) Pace Meeting at 5:45 AM Grand Army Plaza Library Steps

Rolling out at 6:00 AM

While this ride is no-drop, it's crucial to listen to your body and know your capabilities. We will support and guide you, but if you struggle to maintain the specified speeds, we recommend ending the ride to ensure the timely finish of the ride and continuing training. Both CPC and BGDB offer year-round training rides to enhance endurance and cycling skills.

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE JOINING THE RIDE

• Avoid passing the ride leader
• Signal turns, stops, potholes, and debris
• Ensure you maintain a safe distance from other riders to prevent swerving and following too closely
• Leave ample space for sudden stops and other unexpected situations
• Respect the Pace
• Break Cautiously
• Keep your head up
• Don’t Clog the road we will ask you to ride single file (Paceline) and Double line
• Obey Traffic Laws
• Helmets are mandatory, and without one, you will not be able to join.
• Bring a tire tube and flat changing equipment if you need assistance changing them we will help.
• Remember, we look out for each other. And most importantly, have fun - we are all in this together!

Opportunities to learn or practice pace lining, and building endurance will be on the following dates:

Endurance Training Ride to Croton Reservoir led by Julia for Century Plus Crew 6/23 Meet up at 72nd Street and Riverside at the Eleanor Roosevelt Memorial 75 Miles at 8:45 AM (Route to be sent via email)

Paceline Training and Endurance Training with Black Girls Do Bike NYC Tuesdays Thursdays and Fridays in June Central Park (More details to come)

Paceline Training led by Sheba with Good Co Bike Club 6/27 & 7/11 Meet up at 6 PM at Grand Army Plaza.

Good Co Bike Club Palisades/9W (Endurance Ride) with 6/29 Meet up 8 AM at Brooklyn Museum 60 Miles

More opportunities for training, and riding to come!

Here are various articles to help you be the best prepared for this century.

Prepare for your 100 Mile Ride

Checklist to be prepared for a Century

By registering for this ride you are accepting this release and waiver.

2024 RIDE RELEASE AND WAIVER

I want to participate in the NYC Women Led Century taking place on Saturday July 20th, 2024 (the "Activity") organized by Century Plus Crew and Black Girls Do Bike NYC ( “Organizers”. In consideration for being permitted by the Organizer to participate in the Activity and in recognition of each Organizer’s reliance hereon, I agree to all the terms and conditions set out in this Release.

I am aware and understand that riding a bike in a group is a potentially dangerous activity and involves the risk of serious injury, disability, death, and/or property damage. NOTWITHSTANDING THE RISK, I ACKNOWLEDGE THAT I AM VOLUNTARILY PARTICIPATING IN THE ACTIVITY WITH KNOWLEDGE OF THE DANGER INVOLVED AND HEREBY AGREE TO ACCEPT AND ASSUME ANY AND ALL RISKS OF INJURY, DISABILITY, DEATH, AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE ARISING FROM MY PARTICIPATION IN THE ACTIVITY, WHETHER CAUSED BY THE ORDINARY NEGLIGENCE OF ANY OF THE ORGANIZERS OR OTHERWISE.

I hereby expressly waive and release any and all claims, now known or hereafter known, against any of the Organizers, and their respective officers, directors, manager(s), employees, agents, affiliates, volunteers, successors, and assigns (collectively, "Releasees"), on account of injury, disability, death, or property damage arising out of or attributable to my participation in the Activity, whether arising out of the ordinary negligence of any of the Organizers or any Releasees or otherwise. I covenant not to make or bring any such claim against any of the Organizers or any other Releasee, and forever release and discharge the Organizers and all other Releasees from liability under such claims.
I represent that I am in good health and proper physical condition to participate in the Activity safely. I acknowledge that it is my sole responsibility to make such determination and that I am responsible for my well-being at all times while participating in the Activity.
I represent that I have the skill and ability to safely control and operate my bicycle on public roadways with vehicular traffic and in the presence of other bicycles. I agree to ride and participate to neither endanger myself nor others. I accept responsibility for the condition and adequacy of my equipment. I am familiar with and agree to abide by the NEW YORK and other relevant State Motor Vehicle Codes as they apply to bicycle operators.
I irrevocably grant and license to each of the Organizers, the right to capture and use my image, likeness, name, voice, comments or other proprietary or public rights in any broadcast, telecast, photograph, video, or audio sound recording taken in connection with the Activity, without compensation, for all purposes, including any commercial use so long as such use does not imply my endorsement of any company, product or service.
This Release constitutes the sole and entire agreement between each of the Organizers and me with respect to the subject matter contained herein and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous understandings, agreements, representations, and warranties, both written and oral, with respect to such subject matter. If any term or provision of this Release is invalid, illegal, or unenforceable in any jurisdiction, such invalidity, illegality, or unenforceability shall not affect any other term or provision of this Release or invalidate or render unenforceable such term or provision in any other jurisdiction. This Release is binding on and shall inure to the benefit of each Organizer and me and their respective successors and assigns. All matters arising out of or relating to this Release shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of New York without giving effect to any choice or conflict of law provision or rule. Any claim or cause of action arising under this Release may be brought only in the federal and state courts located in New York, and I hereby consent to the exclusive jurisdiction of such courts.
BY REGISTERING, I ACKNOWLEDGE THAT I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD ALL OF THE TERMS OF THIS RELEASE AND THAT I AM VOLUNTARILY GIVING UP SUBSTANTIAL LEGAL RIGHTS, INCLUDING THE RIGHT TO SUE ANY AND ALL THE ORGANIZERS.

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GET READY!

• Training: Consider incorporating interval training into your exercise routine, even if time is limited. Consistency is key, as it takes time for training to result in physiological changes.
• Nutrition: Maintain a well-rounded diet with a good amount of carbohydrates, fruits, and vegetables. Limit intake of processed foods and sugars, and include lean proteins like chicken, fish, or pulses for muscle development and repair. Prior to your ride, ensure you eat nutritious food and get ample rest in the days leading up to it.
• Hydration: Stay hydrated by drinking fluids regularly during your ride instead of waiting until you feel thirsty. Dehydration can be problematic, but be cautious not to drink excessive fluids at once, which can lead to discomfort later on.
• Clothing: Choose appropriate shoes and socks based on the weather conditions. For sweat wicking socks to manage sweat and dry quickly. Additionally, consider using bib shorts with shoulder straps to prevent your jersey from riding up and alleviate pressure on your waistband.
• Sun protection: Safeguard your skin and eyes from UV rays by wearing sunscreen, cycling sunglasses, and a cycling cap or visor. Apply sunscreen before your ride and reapply as necessary.
• During the ride: Allocate extra time to reach the starting point and pace yourself wisely. Starting too fast can lead to premature fatigue, while going too slow may hinder your performance. Pack enough sustenance, including a mix of solid food and fluids, to keep your energy levels up throughout the ride.

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