2015 | AML_X

[bikpdlr]

New to the Ultra Racing Calendar in 2015 inaugural pedaling of "THE AML EXTREME"... May 1st 2015 (Friday @ 6:00am)

This challenge is a Billy Rice-inspired "Yo-Yo"... pedaling 253 miles north from Virginia Tech's War Memorial Chapel to the WV/MD border... there and back again... a Tour Divide shakedown that will leave riders well-prepared for the rigors of Canada and Montana.

This route adds many miles of gravel and climbs NOT PEDALED on the AML400 loop.

Using the east side of AML and beyond... it pedals "out and back" for a total of 506 miles and racking up more that 56k of ascent.

This solo, self-supported adventure will observe the bikepacking ethos of other long-standing ultras.

LOIs are requested and Trackleaders will be available for this challenge... spread the word.


Thanks,

Chris Tompkins
Danville, VA


FILE LINKS

AML_X | .GPX FILES | http://goo.gl/cyhV3E

AML_X | ROUTE MAP | http://goo.gl/nQMQmP

AML_X | THE RULES | http://goo.gl/oVJYc2

AML_X | ROUTE BETA | http://goo.gl/xKLTZA

AML_X | PICS | http://goo.gl/0xoFnK

AML_X | VIDEO | http://goo.gl/FmOAbe

AML_400 | FINISH TIMES | http://goo.gl/y1rOZC

AML | MUSIC (Podrunner mixes) | http://goo.gl/wkhO8V


WEB LINKS

AML_X | TRACKLEADERS REGISTRATION | http://goo.gl/lxlj0p

AML_X | TRACKLEADERS TRACKER | http://goo.gl/nvSu28

AML_X on BLOGGER | http://goo.gl/KTzYzz

AML GROUP PAGE on FACEBOOK | http://goo.gl/Wk74hO

AML_X EVENT PAGE on FACEBOOK | http://goo.gl/E0hft5

AML WEATHER | HOT SPRINGS, VA | http://goo.gl/UGSBOH

AML WEATHER | BLACKSBURG, VA | http://goo.gl/y4KUnq



EMAIL

RidetheAML [at] gmail [dot] com

[kozorac]

Having rode much of the northern region (Thomas, Davis, and Parsons, WV) that surrounds the upper AML_X route, I can confirmed that the terrain challenges will be rewarded with fantastic scenery. One of my favorites in the north is the 8 mile Blackwater Canyon which is a rugged, heavily wooded, gorge carved by the Blackwater River.

[bikpdlr]

ROUTE AMENDMENTS | PLEASE READ  

Dry Fork River crossing...
After speaking with the Tucker County DOH Supervisor several factors became apparent.  In short, the river is cross-able at various times of the year via horseback and motorcycles, particularly in the summer months.  In order that the route be sustainable year-round, it became necessary to allow the riders to exercise "strategery".  

High Top Tower Road...
In 2012, VDGIF-managed land requires a daily access permit in order to climb up to Pub Road 55 (south of Ryder Gap).  To maintain year-round route sustainability, this portion of the route has been amended.  The AML_400 also bypasses this section and has now been incorporated into AML_X.

All AML_X tracks are available for download including tracks for the "Dry Fork Alternate" and "Dry Fork BackTrack" by email (RidetheAML [at] gmail [dot] com) or via AML Group Page on Facebook... https://www.facebook.com/groups/AML400/files/

[bikpdlr]

Great study tool for those considering AML_X...

The route has been imported to Google Maps.  Switching between Map View and Satellite View gives everyone a great opportunity to find services along the route.

Here's the link --->  https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=z_8IdjQ5wCyk.kfkR63FqiXLI

**UPDATE** - "Turn by Turn" Waypoints ADDED !!!

[bikpdlr]

Trackleaders Registration is OPEN...

LINKS

Blog | http://alleghenymountainsloop.blogspot.com/2015/01/AMLX.html
Facebook Event | https://www.facebook.com/events/1571107213108543/
Facebook Group | https://www.facebook.com/groups/AML400/
Route Map | https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=z_8IdjQ5wCyk.kfkR63FqiXLI
Trackleaders Registration | http://trackleaders.com/allegheny-signup
Email | RidetheAML [at] gmail [dot] com

[bikpdlr]

Just a reminder that Trackleaders registration for those needing SPOT rentals must be completed by Monday morning @ 6:00am.

They are shipped directly to me for handout on Thursday evening and Friday morning at the Kent Square Parking Garage in Blacksburg, VA.

For more info... http://alleghenymountainsloop.blogspot.com/2015/01/AMLX.html

[mtbcast]

MTBCast Episode – April 30, 2015 Allegheny Mountains Loop Extreme 2015!
We kick-off our coverage of the Allegheny Mountains Loop Extreme 2015 and talk to Chris Tompkins about the race and the route! Also, some thoughts about the world premier of “Inspired to Ride” and meeting all of those involve in the film!

http://mtbcast.com/site2/category/podcasts/