Bicycle Across South Carolina Coming to McCormick County SC

The main ride is October 13 – 16, 2022.

Each day will bring hills, gravel, and paved roads.  You should expect a ratio of 50% paved and 50% gravel roads each day.   The ride is set up for mountain, cross, gravel, and crossover bikes with wider, knobby tires.  Road bikes are not recommended. The ride will start and end at our BASC Basecamp. 3-Day, 2-Day, and 1-Day ride options are available.  Long Route: 50-60 miles per day  Short Route: 20-30 miles per day

Location: McCormick County, South Carolina – Among the pines and hill country of Sumter National Forest, nestled along South Carolina’s Freshwater Coast of Lake Thurmond.

Base Camp: The South Carolina Governor’s School for Agriculture at John de la Howe (JDLH)

Did you know you could join in the fun?  Bicycle Across South Carolina Event is coming up October 13 – 16.  BASC has a link on the Chamber website or you can go direct to www.bicycleacrosssouthcarolina.com to check out the options.  Last I heard over 300 riders had signed up.  Some groups from McCormick are already involved.

Volunteer even if you don’t ride a bike:

From the website click on The Ride, then Volunteers.  Volunteers are a crucial part of this event and they are looking for some fun, outgoing people to join their dedicated team.  Volunteer Perks Include: 1 Volunteer T-Shirt and Swag Bag,  1 Meal per Shift,  Opportunity to ride for free + a campsite if you complete (3) volunteer shifts.  And the chance to hang out with a great group of people!  Three categories:  Rest Stop Personnel, Packet Pick up and Rider Check in, and Venue Set up and Strike.  Volunteers are needed before, during, and following the ride events -10/11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17.

Of course, you can still sign up to ride until 10/9.  Click on 1, 2, or 3 day rides.  Or – click on non-rider – You can join the event as a non-rider and camp out, participate in meals, entertainment, and after-hours activities.  A lot of your questions are answered under the FAQ link.

Come join in the Fun on the Freshwater Coast in McCormick County, SC located in Western South Carolina!