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 completion, enhancement and promotion of the Virginia Capital Trail into a world-class amenity. 
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January 15, 2011
 
From the Executive Director

For you who are VCTF supporters, but have yet to ride in your first Cap2Cap, why not?  We would love to have you! This has grown into a great community event on both ends of the ride, and is so much more than a cycling fundraiser.  It's a social event, an eating experience, a play group, a reunion, a networking bonanza, a beauty contest (not) and a huge mood enhancer. Rarely is anyone cranky at these things, except for last year's Richmond century riders who pedaled into a brutal headwind the last 50 miles.  (A little Buz and Neds BBQ and a visit to the beer truck perked them right up.)
 

Maybe you're afraid people will laugh at your I AM NOT A CYCLIST outfit?  Serious? Have you seen what cyclists wear?  With an easy and flat 25-mile route, on which you can average 3.5 mph and still make it back before we turn out the lights, you can't say it's too hard.  We might recommend a little training if maintaining such a pace leaves you winded, but our friends at Endorphin Fitness can take care of you there.  Bill Agee can also get you onto a sweet new rig if the reason you ride just fast enough to not fall over is that your brakes have rusted to the sides of your tires. 
 

The bottom line is that it's a lot of fun, no matter your skill level or experience.  We'll have volunteers to encourage you along the way, give you food, drinks, and hugs if you're not too sweaty, and high five you when you're done.  Worst case?  You realize you need spandex shorts next year because there's a reason, unrelated to fashion, that everyone wears them to ride.  Best case?  You wish you hadn't taken this long to discover that riding your bike in the Cap2Cap makes you feel this good.   
 

Hope to see you on May 7,  

Beth
 

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It's time to get ready to ride!

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Who:  You and 2,000 other riders and trail supporters

What:  Cap2Cap 2011 When:  Saturday, May 7, 2011

Where:  Rocketts Landing, Richmond, Va.
Chickahominy Riverfront Park, Williamsburg, Va.
 

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Online Registration Now Open!

We will pick 10 names from the first 100 entrants to receive a

RoadID gift certificate.

Click here now for more information and to register  

Thank You Supporters!
 
Welcome
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as the Cap2Cap 2011 Presenting Sponsor!

click here to see all of our generous sponsors.

Don't forget, VOLUNTEERS have fun too!  Last  year, we had students working for last minute community service hours, church groups, boy scouts,  ladies who lunch, families of riders, friends, enemies, politicians, sports stars, corporate titans and everybody had a great time.  
 

"This was the most fun I've ever had volunteering for a communit y event."

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Maybe it was the donuts, the Boka Truck, the yellow shirts.  Who knows?
 

Don't miss out!
 

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Training Programs Info Session

Here's how you begin:


Come, bring a friend, to Endorphin Fitness and hear Michael Harlow, local triathlete and cycling coach, speak on preparing for the Cap2Cap ride.

When:  Wednesday, January 26, 2011
7:30 pm
Where: 8908 Patterson Ave.
Richmond, Va. 23229
Snacks and beverages will be provided
Donation of $25 to the VCTF or Cap2Cap registration requested.
Email: [email protected] with questions!

Public Information Meeting

 

V-DOT is holding a informational meeting on the Varina section of the Virginia Capital Trail. Come out and join the conversation on why trails like this are so great for a community.   

We look forward to seeing you there!


When: 

Wednesday, February 3

5:00 pm -7:00 pm

Where: 

John Rolfe Middle School

6901 Messer Road

Henrico, Virginia 23231


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