Aug 8th Sapwood Saturday Bike Ride!

PLEASE RSVP Sapwood Saturday Bike Ride: Join us at Sapwood Cellars for a social weekend morning bike ride through Howard County, followed by Sapwood beers and food from Albura Taqueria at the taproom! Whether you’re looking for a neighborhood tour or a brisk road workout before enjoying a pour, we’ve got two distinct routes and pace groups so everyone can ride comfortably. 🟢 Option 1: The Neighborhood Loop Distance: 25 miles Pace: Social (12-14 mph) Terrain: Some open Howard County roads, paved multi-use pathways, quiet neighborhood streets, mostly flat/gentle rolling hills. Vibe: No-Drop. We start together, ride together, and re-group at turns. Perfect for anyone who wants a morning workout before a beer. (GPS route files provided in advance!) 🔵 Option 2: The Distance Route Distance: ~45 miles Pace: Moderate to Brisk (15–17+ mph average) Terrain: Open Howard County roads, rolling hills, and light traffic areas. Vibe: A classic road ride for experienced road cyclists. While we’ll have designated regroup points, riders should be comfortable navigating road traffic and maintaining a steady pace. (GPS route files provided in advance!) Load Up Your GPS: We’ve got GPS routes ready to download for the different rides—click the links below to sync them to your bike computer before tomorrow morning! Sapwood to Howard County Trails 21 Mile NEWLY ADDED ROUTE Sapwood (Short) to Maple Lawn 32 Miles Sapwood (Long) to Maple Lawn 44 Miles 🗓 Schedule of Events 8:30 AM – Check-In Meet in the Sapwood Cellars parking lot. 9:00 AM – Wheels Up! Both groups roll out. 11 AM – 11:30 AM – Finish & Taproom Time: Wrap up back at the brewery just in time for early taproom pours and food from Albura Taqueria! ⚠️ Important Ride Details & Rules of the Road Helmets Required: Safety first—no helmet, no ride! Be Self-Supported: Please bring water, a helmet, and a spare tube/pump in case of a flat. Follow Traffic Laws: Rides are on open public roads and pathways. All cyclists must obey standard Maryland traffic laws. Non-Drinkers: Welcome on the ride! We have plenty of non-alcoholic options on tap for non-drinkers and designated drivers. WEATHER PERMITTING RESCHEDULE DATE SEPTEMBER 19th