About the Adventure

Activity Level 4: Strenuous (due to distance) Location: Confluence, PA Guides: Joe - lead, Megan - assist The Great Allegheny Passage (GAP) is a 150 mile rail-trail that begins in Cumberland, MD (Mile 0) and ends at the Point in Pittsburgh (mile 150.) Bicycling Magazine named the GAP to its 2022 list of “dream rides” around the world. We are section biking the GAP in a series of 10 out-and-back rides. Join us for your favorite sections or sign up for all 10. What's the Trail Like? The GAP is a rail-trail paved with crushed limestone. There are a few asphalt sections near urban areas. What kind of bike is best for this trail? Most people ride hybrid or gravel bikes. Some use mountain bikes. A road bike equipped with slightly knobby tires will also work. A road bike with slick, skinny tires is unsuitable for this trip. What equipment do I need? All participants must have their own bike (or rent one from Golden Triangle in Pittsburgh.) Helmets are mandatory. Other gear to have: • a spare tube • water (hydration pack; bottle with cage) • snacks/energy food • eye protection ( sunglasses or clear safety glasses) • padded bike shorts • bike gloves • rain gear, • saddle (underseat) bag to keep keys, phone, etc. GAP Ride 7: Confluence to Rockwood Our ride begins in Confluence. We’ll say “good bye” to biking along the Yough and hello to the Casselman River. Pedaling our way to Rockwood, we'll cross the Casselman and several of its tributaries as the landscape opens up. Next, the Pinkertons: the Low Bridge, the Tunnel, the High Bridge, and the Horn. The views of the Casselman are fantastic! Once arriving in Rockwood, we’ll check out the bike sculptures before beginning our way back to Confluence. Total distance is 37 miles. Elevation gain is about 598 feet. Our riding speed will be about 10 miles per hour. WAC Biking Safety and Etiquette 1. Helmets are required and must be worn while riding. 2. Eye protection is strongly recommended. (sunglasses or clear safety glasses) 3. Using phones for talking or taking pictures while riding is unsafe and not permitted. 4. Front and rear lights are recommended. A light/headlamp is required for tunnels. 5. We ride single file and maintain 1-2 bike lengths between riders. 6. We ride on the right side of the trail and pass on the left. 7. We use hand signals for turns and braking. Event details, including meeting location, suggested gear, and other pertinent info, will be sent via email to registered participants.