Event Description
The 2023 Burnsville Metric is a fully supported fundraising ride benefitting Dig in Yancey and local EMS and Fire services. It will be held Saturday, April 29th, 2023 at 9:00 AM. This year we will be offering several routes ranging from 65 km up to 200 km. The Jacks Creek route, appx 65km. The Metric Route 100 km. The Double Metric Route 200 km. All routes fully supported, with rest stops and SAG. All routes will start together in the Burnsville Town Square and will traverl through the scenic Cane River and Toe River Valleys before returning to Burnsville for the finish, and after party at Homeplace Beer Company. All entries will receive complimentary food and beverages at Homplace for the after party, with live music from 12:00-3:00 PM.
Event details and schedule
Pre-event party and early packet pick up available Friday, April 28th from 5:00-9:00 PM at Birdfoot Bottle and Outdoor Shop, located at 10 Orchard Dr. Burnsville, NC. ID Required for packet pick-up.
Day of packet pick up available at 10 Orchard Dr. Burnsville, NC, Saturday, April 29th from 7:00-8:40 AM. ID Required for packet pick up.
Parking is available in and around the town square and main street. There is also a large public lot available at 120 Reservior Rd. Burnsville, NC 28714 and a gravel lot beside Homeplace Beer Company at 321 W. Main St. Burnsville, NC 28714.
Mandatory Pre-Ride meeting for all riders at 8:50 AM with the main ride starting at 9:00 AM. All E-Bike categories will start appx 15 minutes later, for the safety of all participating.
This event is happening on open roads, following all road and traffic laws is required.
A helmet and rear light is required of all riders
Be prepared for any and all weather conditions. April in the mountains can be unpredictable.
The Official After-Party will be held at Homeplace Beer Company and Hog Hollow Pizza,with complimentary food and beverages for all participants, with live music from 12:00-3:00 PM
Course Information can be found at https://pathwnc.org/burnsville-metric/
