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GSD
You know what that stands for.
The GSD training ride is a long-standing group ride for riders looking for a fast-paced group ride. There are currently 2 groups, an A group and a B group. The ride occurs year-round every Saturday regardless of the weather. Start time varies based on the season.
Length: 62 miles
Location: Starbuck's in downtown Franklin
438 Main Street, Franklin, TN
Parking: You cannot park at Starbuck's. Most people either park at Kroger, 595 Hillsboro Rd, Franklin, TN, or the parking garage at 123 4th Ave. South, Franklin, TN.
A Group - 7:10 AM. Pace averages in the low 20's and could be described as an informal race. This is a drop ride, however there are two spots where the group will collect - at the end of Bear Creek Road and at the end of the Natchez Trace.
B Group - 7:00 AM. Pace average is 19 mph. This is also a drop ride. This group may also pick up riders who have been dropped from the A group (hence the earlier start time).
Start times - In the summer, the A group rolls at 7:10 AM and the B group rolls at 7:00 AM. In the winter the A group rolls at 8:10 AM and the B group rolls at 8:00 AM. These are hard start times.
Experience Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Ride Type: Drop (with regroups)
TNW
Tuesday Night Worlds
Often regarded as an informal race like GSD, TNW is a shorter and “punchier” route - for lack of a better term - rolling out of Tivity Health in Cool Springs on Tuesday nights. The roughly 25 mile loop has a nice variety of flats, rolling hill and a few steeper climbs that ensure some good fun and guaranteed attack points.
Experience Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Ride Type: Drop