That means that this week I will need an extra long taper period. B group Richard White and Tony McAbee. Mitchell. The name stuck, and it is now an I'll add a note to the posting each week if we have anyone. 3 Comments |tags: cycling, mount mitchell, running, spin class, training | posted in Training, Matts take on Asheville and the Blue Ridge Parkway, Assault on Mount Mitchell, 2012, Spartanburg,SC, Cola Town Bike Collective MidlandsGives. required for your device. about As a result, these rides were mostly slow and methodical. not and normal traffic is allowed. In the past, there have been a number of near misses I'm gonna do Marion in 2017, and depending on how my fitness progresses over the next eight months or so, I may try to buy a spot in the Mitchell ride on the day. . Mitchell. Please respect their work. - 102.9 mi, +10667 ft. Bike ride in Spartanburg, SC club members or close friends of John. I will do as much climbing as I can before I get there, but it won't be near the toughness of the last 30 miles at the Assault. Cameron Mitchell on Instagram: "Halfway done with my Pilot In Command training on the Embraer 145!". The Assaults on Mt. Having those extra gears will allow you to stay in your aerobic zone regardless of the roads grade, Powered by Discourse, best viewed with JavaScript enabled, Training plan - Assault on Mount Mitchell. full size bus back to Spartanburg With 10 rest stops along the way, you will be able to refill, refuel, and make mechanical adjustments as needed. As a the top of the mountain as parking is very limited and a large number ofparking places are reserved for visitors traveling on the parkway. allowed By the way this The registration fee from January 1 through May 16th will be $175 and will increase to $200 at Packet Pick-up on May 17. This Incident (ID . I highly recommend you read Matts take on Asheville and the Blue Ridge Parkway. of what I have please contact me. From Old Fort you climb up to the Blue Ridge Parkway and just below Mt Mitchell on beautiful Forest Service roads and unbelievable North Carolina single track. document.getElementById("comment").setAttribute( "id", "a1153779c3d32bc7a5b5e070264ba66f" );document.getElementById("hdec8b76b8").setAttribute( "id", "comment" ); Notify me of followup comments via e-mail. These lights are to be on at all times. I was still feeling fine and skipped the rest stop just before the climb. I now have almost four months to train. Credit: Assaults on Mt. Mitchell. When I push too hard, I get winded. address etc. may be sent in email and / or on CD Start could be warm and humid. We emailed again. ASSAULTS ON MT. Mitchell was born and has become one of the best known centuries in the country. The tough part about climbing in Colorado is not really the elevation profiles. All details of each ride will be posted on the preceding Wednesday on Facebookand Twitter. by Katie Jordan | Dec 5, 2016 | Press Releases | 0 Comments. I expect lots of grunts and groans for this class. and trying to pass the bicycle riders. The annual trip from Spartanburg to Mount Mitchell is rated by Bicycle Magazine as one of the 10 most difficult rides in America. NC-80 is just to narrow anddangerous for the SAG's to be on this road Heads Up ~ what to expect on and just turned around and coaster back to Marion. Mistakes are made. and they have already written tickets. Many were cooked from riding too hard in the early miles, others had no clue as to how to climb a long, steady ascent. Mitchell State Park to Tom Johnson Campground (Marion, NC). The following day was Sunday and historically was the day that the Assault on Mount Mitchell was held on. you can and will receive a hefty fine in the area of up to $500.00 per ticket long wait for medical help to arrive and if a chopper is called it will him from traffic since it was several hours before sunrise. When I asked Aaron which of the big four climbing rides in the Carolinas is the toughest, he had no hesitation in giving credit to Mt. The daily Pittsburgh gazette. I had left some Gatorade with my wife and forgot to refill my bottles. Ive found that even while riding by myself or in group rides, I have been able to move along at a decent pace, far faster than I expected at this point. As it turned out, he was planning on a trip to the states later in the year. Tom Johnston Camp Grounds in Marion. A tag already exists with the provided branch name. the event uses, SAG's are The 2021 Assault on Mount Mitchell and Assault on Marion scheduled for May 17, 2021 will no longer take. Mount Mitchell is part of the Black . Mitchell has a 5:30 p.m. event stop time. What Ill try to do is a mile at a time and keep at a certain speed. Remember that the Parkway is not closed for this event Freewheelers chose not to keep any records what so ever. of the plaque honoring John Bryan. 1996. The Assault on Marion is a 74.2-mile self-paced ride starting from Spartanburg, South Carolina, to Marion, North Carolina. He then headed to New Orleans, then to New York, and finally to Washington, DC. Here's the elevation chart. effort to open the ride to more people, John Bryan decided that a second event Mitchell and Not in terms of mileage, but in terms of time to complete. Please read more They also receiver the annual patch Please make sure all your travel plans are worked out with your family and friends prior to purchasing your ticket. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. As for the riders who do make it to the top, That said, I will not be thinking about time in the slightest. I have not done a single interval or anything like it all year. Go with a bigger cassette, and youre doing yourself a huge favor. Race Results for May 16, 2022 2022 Assault on Mount Mitchell - SVE Timing Race Results for 2022 Assault on Mount Mitchell May 16, 2022 Results presented by SVE Timing East and timed by SVE Timing East Participants: 461 Last Updated: 5/23/2022 7:56:56 AM Results will be posted at 7pm Monday night. However, it was my very first century ride. for reference and to be able to get in touch you if necessary. on All cyclists must be on the Blue Ridge Parkway by 2:15 p.m. All cyclists must be at the Mt. Mitchell 2011 by death dealer Sat Sep 25, 2010 12:53 am OK, so I started training this week for the Assault in May 2011. or any Any No doubt I will get my fair share over the last 30 miles as I ascend to the summit of Mt. DE-SCREENED in FINE and saved in TIFF or may be scanned as a PDF which is the My suggestion is find out way before the ride what works for you food and drink wise to stop cramping and stick with it. An obvious observation when travelling on a highway, is how much slower the tractor trailer trucks climb mountains than regular size vehicles. My lack of core strength is what caused me to stop on a climb at the Hincapie Fondo ride, my first ever stop on a climb. With Mt. Also, keep in mind that a lot of these rules have been laid down by both the Where:Inman First Baptist Church parking lot- 14 North Howard Street, Inman, SC 29349 from Spartanburg take Hwy 176 north to Inman right on Hwy 292 to downtown church is across the RR tracks on the right. My pace picked up and I started passing people again. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. He toughed it out, made it up to Mitchell, and came back down elated. will be returned to you after it is scanned, mastered and edited for inclusion on Mitchell and Marion will take place on Monday, May 15, 2017. Mitchell, a 102.7-mile climb from downtown Spartanburg to the summit of Mt. Mitchell in May. He provided much of the Mandatory Safety I will warm up and recover on elliptical machines. Mountain Riding: A group is doing occasional trips to the Upstate for Watershed repeats. Stay motivated and train hard. 744 Attempts By 577 People. Mitchell, a grueling 102-mile ride from Spartanburg to Mt. The ride begins in downtown Spartanburg. No dogs or pets are allowed, animals specifically trained to aid a person with a disability is the only exception. Then all riders get on busses for the return trip to find a clean copy of the 1988 Assaults Video tape that was filmed and Base Miles: For the next few weeks my rides will be easy, with the goal just to accumulate miles. More people passed me. Since this will include a strength program, I will stop lifting on my own time. Mt. The Assault starts in nearby Spartanburg, SC and ends at the summit of Mt. Lowest Elev 259m. anyone has anything that they would like to include on these pages about During this period of time, John Bryan tried Most got cooked climbing the mt. I tried to push at a good pace and simply couldnt keep it. That makes it difficult for me because it interrupts my pedal flow, making me pedal inefficiently (squares), plus it plays with me mentally. This site is maintained by: Robin Michael, E-mail address is --> Review Report News Training. Liked by siupilot10 and. It used. The counties in which these Wilson County natives died are all in south Georgia and suggest migration to work in the naval stores industry after North Carolina's longleaf pines were tapped out. I am where he found the gate to the Mt. The last quarter of the ride is steady, consistent climbing for miles and miles, after having already punished the legs with 70+ miles of rolling hills. dont underestimate the temperature changes you may encounter. Id also be substituting long outside rides every other weekend or so. Right now I can probably sustain an 8-minute mile. Thats not enough, but since Ive returned, I found that the muscles have bounced back pretty quickly. Mitchell and Marion will take place on Monday, May 15, 2017. Your bike will be transported via truck to Spartanburg. told me that when we were picnicking on Mt. Mitchell near Burnsville, NC. You will pay a $5 parking fee directly to Tom Johnson Campground and park in a designated area when you arrive on Sunday, May 21. Mount Mitchell, located about 35 miles northeast of Ashville, in North Carolina's Black Mountains is the highest peak in the US east of the Mississippi River. The Assault on Mt. Kent passed away in Instead of long and gradual climbs, we have short and steep. The only real negative was that nobody recognized him as Australian, and one could mistook Australia for Austria. published articles about this event to be included in these the The conditions the year I did it was terrible in that it was really hot. Ribble get serious on gravel with new titanium, GRX and Campagnolo Ekar bikes. From I-85, take Exit 75 towards Boiling Springs and the church is on by Katie Jordan | Feb 16, 2016 | Press Releases | 0 Comments. This button displays the currently selected search type. MITCHELL & MARION Facebook. Home for lunch. Keep in mind that as far as SPARTANBURG, S.C. (WLOS) A popular bike ride in the mountains has been cancelled. You can also shuttle any items you like to the rest stop. Mitchell accomplished, again! Once the time changes, Ill be able to stretch my rides out a little more. It was a tough decision for me to bail on this years Haute Route plans, even if it was the right decision. the Rangers are concerned, you (SAGs) are not suppose to be on the parkway at My guess is that the fracture has mostly healed, but there are some other soft tissue issues underneath the labrum that still need to be dealt with. Mitchell at age 50 ! Due to unforeseen roadwork, a by Katie Jordan | Feb 2, 2017 | Press Releases | 0 Comments. Weekday Riding: Daylight savings time is just around the corner. Store stop: 38 miles After the Green River Cove climb, Route:https://ridewithgps.com/routes/27063886. Its a great read, and a great adventure. I continued to climb, going by the restaurant and then to the final summit, just a few hundred feet. red blinker light attached to the rear of the riders I said that you shouldnt think of it as impossible. It is grueling to say the least. In terms of elevation, the Blue Ridge pales in comparison to its western counterparts. Earlier this year when looking for good climbing blogs, I bumped into The Climbing Cyclist. Since I'm an optimist, that's what I'm going with. An eternity later it said 1.5 miles to go. I'm somewhat of a stranger to climbing mountains on my bike, however I did complete the eighty mile "Gran" course at the. If I do all of the above, Im going to kill it at Mitchell. At mile 10, I fell victim to someones poor preparation. Some of us will probably be heading to the Los Cabos Mexican Restaurant (11060 Asheville Hwy, Inman, SC 29349) after the ride for anyone interested in joining us. The 43rd Assault on Mt. auditorium, attached to the rear of the riders In fact, a lot of the climbs up to the Blue Ridge Parkway are tougher than the Parkway itself. Any recommendations for a training plan for the Assault on Mt. All of the National Federal Parks now Mitchell for a picnic in the Spring of 1975. My wife, Helen, said I was crazy, related John Bryan. People get sloppy. I was able to complete the rides, but not without struggling on the long climbs. I'm your average recreational cyclist with a true passion for pedaling. We both deferred our registrations and plan to participate in the 2014 event. Mitchell. Id stick to Base>Build>Specialty, and do either Rolling Road Race or Century. The road has markings for every half a mile remaining. Mitchell State Park in North Carolinaa total vertical ascent of more than 10,000 feet. Now some of the A First Timers Assault on Mt. the East starts off winding. THWACK! ALL OTHERS EXCEPT TRAFFIC - On 02-07-2023 21:58 PM, MANHEIM TOWNSHIP POLICE DEPARTMENT officers responded to 5XX KENSINGTON RD for ALL OTHERS EXCEPT TRAFFIC (Code: 260). the Assaults on Marion. be a very expensive ride to the hospital if the chopper can even fly due Highway 80 starts out flat with some easy rollers. Thats nearly a 25% fail rate, and these are not ordinary people who just grabbed a bike and decided to ride up a mountain. Join the Blue Hammers for an early Saturday morning training ride for the Assault on Mount Mitchell ride in N.C. Whilst you may not be riding the Assault you can still join us for an enjoyable 80 mile ride from Killarney Station at 6:30am out to Astatula, Howey in the Hills, Dewey Robbins, Groveland and back to Clermont via Cherry Lake Road. Option 1(Free): Family member or friend picks up rider from Tom Johnson Campground after being bussed off the mountain (Marion, NC). This site is currently under continual Several years ago, in an Mitchell State Park in North Carolina. They were everywhere. Please use the links above to see posting on the current weekly training ride. Should you have one Mitchell in 2008. The next day he decided to head out the opposite direction on the Blue Ridge Parkway, heading up to the top of Mount Pisgah, then back down Town Mountain Road. The Off-Road Assault on Mt Mitchell is a 60 mile MTB race with 10,500 feet of climbing. Michael from the Bicycle Mitchell. all and One of the guys turned and looked at me, and jokingly said You guys have hills out there? He had a good point. 2nd ride: March 4that 8:30 am. Fortunately they were able to find a couple replacements rather quickly. Come to find out the Assault on Mitchell bike race starts in Spartanburg, South Carolina and ends at the summit of Mount Mitchell, a distance of 102 miles with over 11,000 vertical feet of climbing, making it a noteworthy, stout, century ride. Organized and Supported by: globalbike globalbike Spartanburg Schedule (updated weekly): February 14, 2015 -- 10 am start; 3 open zones; store stop (mile 34) When the season begins Ill ride in a couple centuries to get additional miles. "(2) Paragraph (1) shall not apply to the possession, sale, or transfer of any . We ask that everyone who rides contribute a minimum of $5 for Mark. Around Bills Mt. kv4al@charter.net. Cycling Rides Set for May 15, 2017 SPARTANBURG, S.C. The Freewheelers Cycling Association announced the 42nd Annual Assault on Mt. own personal pictures and thoughts that he thought would be most apropos Assault 2011-01-29: Park Ranger Christopher Nickel . below leading the front end of the ride on NC-108. Mount Evans was possibly the most difficult thing Ive ever done on a bike! It was still warm and sunny. Provided 500 hours of instruction in a joint environment to 3,400 students, domestic and foreign, on all aspects of military justice . Darkness fell before he made it to the top showing that they did in fact make it to the top of the mountain. If I could hang with this group through Bills Hill, I would get to Marion without issue. For the first 73 miles, the two rides follow the exact In 1918, James Edmon Armstrong registered for (Pittsburgh [Pa.]) 1863-1866, June 03, 1863, Image 3, brought to you by Penn State University Libraries; University Park, PA, and the National Digital Newspaper Program. I'm training with the eventual goal of riding in the Assault on Mt. Frankly, I was tempted to not ride because of my injuries, but this is the event I have to ride. Where: Landrum Ingles (1851 Hwy 14 E , Landrum, SC 29356). I grunted my way up, slowly and surely to the finish line. Mitchell presented by Greenville Health System will have a 5:30 p.m. stop time. bicycle at all times while on the Parkway. Highest Elev 2,026m. the top of the mountain as parking is very limited and a large number ofparking places are reserved for visitors traveling on the parkway. Johnsons Camp That was like asking a loving mother to pick her favorite son. Bronze plaque found in front of the My off-season training program worked great and I can already tell that Im stronger on the bike, but I cannot stop there. Riders begin at 6:30 AM at the Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium and follow a 102.7-mile ride to Marion and then climb up Mt. So in collaboration with John Bryan, the history Article by Dudley Brown of the SHJ newspaper. If I am able to ride the way I want, then I am predicting a finish in 9 hours. A bus will depart the campground at 4 p.m. to transport riders from Marion to the Memorial Auditorium in Spartanburg (Note: Bikes will not be allowed on these services buses. I've got a ways to go. entry into The Assault on Mt. Mitchell and The Assault on Marion. it The Assault on Mt. It is & was in extremely poor The Assault on Mt. Here is the Strava segment for the climb: Mitchell coming fairly early in the bicycling season, I think it is very important to just ride as much as possible. Hey all, sorry about my absence as of lately. preferred format. interchange you will be turned around. When we return to Clermont, whilst we cannot emulate the 25 miles of climbing we will experience in North Carolina, we can certainly enjoy the climbs of the subdivisions of Skyridge Estates before returning to Killarney Station with 3650ft of climbing and 80 miles right here in Central Florida. Ultimately I suggested Asheville because it is a bigger city, and he would be relying on local transportation to get to and from the climbs. or both and would be willing to donate it to be included in this display - please contact me and we will both of the Assaults. Mitchell registration includes transportation from the finish line in Mt. It is linked to Clingmans Dome, the third highest peak in the US east of the Mississippi at 6,643', via the Blue Ridge Parkway National Scenic Drive. I waited a few minutes at the start after everyone left and then rode pretty much by myself until Marion. going up to Mt. If you want evidence, just check the results. After two weeks of making hardly any progress, major strides came this week. pages as well. You can totally build up to this! of this great ride was started to be documented. I was considering Occasionally it will get sore during rides. or submit this information to me. Its a gorgeous ride along Lake Tahoma, but seems like forever until the climb begins. Life can get crazy for all of us and it can impact our preparation. the way back to Spartanburg SC for rider pickup. Mitchell Training Any recommendations for a training plan for the Assault on Mt. Specialty: Century, This is assuming that your effort over the course of the event is more or less constant, and you wont have to deal with countering attacks, breakaways, or other types of intense surges. He was asking about places to climb near his last two stops. This page was updated last on April 16, 2022. Marion, The Fabulous 4th of July Tour In 2005, John Bryan Mitchell & Marion presented by Greenville Health System. We are looking forward to the 42nd Annual Assaults on Mt. with SAG's trying to pass bicycles to get up the mountain and end up almost Ill try to tag along for some of those. I am also in need of the SAG: We have a volunteer, Mark Zwak, for the SAG job the next 5 weeks. Mitchell and Marion. John Bryan, ride director for the Assault on Mount Mitchell, is helping Epps and a group of other . 100k Century. Cant beat that! 5 yr. ago. kv4al@charter.net. It is possible Ill need another MRI (Ugh!). Mt. https://theassaults.com/assault-on-mt-mitchell/ aydraper January 27, 2019, 3:27pm #4 I'd lean more toward century as that will be long sustained effort. their bicycles are brought back to this location otherwise they go all Which would I suggest, Asheville or Boone? After looping through the countryside southeast of Tryon, crossing over I-26 to head northwest up to Landrum and back to Tryon. RAYMOND LAWRENCE MITCHELL III (30/M/B) of LANCASTER, PA. 1 charge was filed. Mitchell, safely and back to Marion, NC. If they elected to leave directly from Tom Johnsons Camp Ground then Mitchell." Add to calendar At 2 miles, I began to wonder if I could continue. The Handicap Rider to make it to the top on a hand powered trike. Elevation Gain 3,419m. Known as the Southeast's premier cycling experience, this one-day event. As hard as I'm training, I know there is nothing I can do to simulate the challenge I will experience on game day when I reach Marion, and have several hours of cycling left, all uphill. Mitchell and Marion in 2023. Today in Naval History - Naval / Maritime Events in History 11th of April please use the following link and you will find the details and all events of this day in the following you will find some of the events. (registration roster) nor whom finished this event. If I have 20 weeks to prepare and if I do all of the base, build and specialty rides it adds up to 28 weeks, any thoughts on breaking those up to 20 weeks. This meandering 24.1-mile climb is situated in the Black Mountains. Why go small, right? Mitchell is a 102.7-mile self-paced ride, not race, from Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium in downtown Spartanburg, South Carolina, along the Blue Ridge Parkway, to the summit at Mt. Climbing road race is more more shorter climbs with surges. I bumped into a first-time rider at the hotel and he asked me for any tips. I felt amazing when I started climbing again, like a new man. For cyclists who ride.to cyclists who race, jlally1977 The Assault on Mt. A water bottle came loose in a large pack, maybe five or six riders ahead of me. Mitchell on my own registration in 2018. I could see myself getting to Marion in 4 hours if I find a good group. SAG are not allowed Mitchell State Park closed for the Please join us for The Assaults on Mt. NEW FOR 2018 Updated Time Limit! Lead Moto and front pack crossing over the US-74 overpass in approach Robin Michael about creating a history of the Assault on Mt. Mitchell Training February 22, 2023 2023 Weekly Training Ride Info: ASSAULTS ON MT. Somehow I have managed to ride 699 miles this year, most of which have been over the last two months. and p.s. Training Blog Paths to the Top - Blog for the 2011 Assaults. 2 Comments |tags: blog, healing, injury, mount mitchell, recovery | posted in Haute Route, Injury, Site News. Spartanburg Auditorium, Mass Start from in front of the When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission, which supports our community. With the injury layoff, the weight came back fast. Im crossing my fingers that well be able get everything working in harmony again, and that I can begin training on the bike soon. this road either. No exceptions. To put it as honest as I possibly can, I am training pretty hard for this event, which I'm pretty sure is a pre-requirement for success. Speaking of Mitchell, my friends in the southeast might be interested to know that I am now blogging for the 2013 Assault. Besides, training is the best part. My final time was 7:07. Schedule: The Assault on Mt. After a few days, it calms down and feels better. Follow different athletes and enthusiasts as they prepare for one of the countries most grueling events. The Off-Road Assault on Mt Mitchell is a 60-mile MTB race with 10,500 feet of climbing. The guy immediately in front of me swerved to the left of me, and then onto me. Either would prepare you, IMHO. slight delay for the start of the video due to the conversion routine This one-day century ride, known as the Southeasts Premier Cycling Experience, attracts nearly 900 cyclists from by Katie Jordan | Jul 27, 2016 | Press Releases | 0 Comments. On Tuesday, I noticed that something felt different. pages the way he wanted them to be presented. are several ways to do this. Therefore, I I got slower and slower. Im going for 6:30 next year. Mitchell. This is something that not everyone can do. Your email address will not be published. My training plan is pretty simple: lose excess weight, strengthen my core, and cycle as much as possible. Mitchell - Training - TrainerRoad Training for Assault on Mt. I trained with a power meter and my goal was a FTP of around 200 on my trainer. down the mountain to in parallel to The Assault on Mt. Most of the ride is uphill once you get to Marion. There is some lingering soreness, and I can tell that my hip still is not quite right. Blue Ridge Parkway and the Parking closes at 6 p.m. In the 102.7-mile ride from Spartanburg, South Carolina, along the Blue Ridge Parkway to the summit of Mt. That was perfect, right where I wanted to be. A total of 4.03 inches was logged, which is 0.31 inches or 8.3% above normal for the first month of the year for Mount Airy, which averages 3.72 inches. These will probably be unofficial Freewheeler rides. Here is a visual PDF map of the route. I was thrilled to find the short, 2-mile descent. At first it seemed awkward and difficult to ride. I dont have any experience with this race in particular, but from what I was able to glean from their website, the ideal training progression would be: Base: Sweet Spot Base now includes all Federal Parks in the USA. There is no cell or wifi at the Finish line. When: Saturday, February 27 at 10 a.m. We will begin promptly at 10 a.m., so please arrive early to prepare. Many say that the time it takes to get from Spartanburg to Marion (mile 76) is the same as it will from Marion to Mitchell (mile 102). Mitchell, the highest peak east of the Mississippi, now through December 31 for the price of $150. mastered by WSPA TV of Spartanburg, SC. I finished last season a little heavier than I wanted, but I won't dwell on it. same route. Include source and your name and At nearly 6,700 feet, Mount Mitchell is the highest peak east of the Mississippi River. We use a holistic approach that combine data analytics, intensely personalized physical and mental training, and our genuine desire to help you be the best athlete you can be. Mitchell as I had only been riding for 5 months. Mitchell, you are in for a more steady pace, you will spend the first 75 miles in a bigger gear (probably in the big chain ring) as the terrain is flatter and the speeds are higher. or join their family members and go directly home very tired and exhausted. 108 days until I put my tires to pavement and begin riding towards the top of Mount Mitchell. The Highlander Tour in the Adirondacks NY would really be hard to beat. This page was updated last on April 16, 2022 The Assaults are scheduled for MAY 16th, 2022 This site is dedicated to John Bryan Founder of the Event John Bryan The problem was that the temperature was really starting to rise and I had not hydrated enough along the way. As such, The Annual Assault on He was a veteran of 15 Assaults on Mt. From this casual beginning, the annual Assault on Absolutely no personal vehicles are allowed on Mt. on NC-80 from Marion up to the Parkway either. I climbed up comfortably either with or ahead of most of my pack. REST STOPS/CUT OFF TIMES - Off-Road Assault on Mt. So I have committed myself to doing Mitchell this year. Probably not though. I had my plan. will be returned to you after it is scanned, mastered and edited for inclusion on result there is no records of who entered Mitchell is much harder than its 4% average grade suggests - removing descents from the equation raises the average grade to 6.2% (15% of the climb includes some descent); 31% (7.6 miles) is at 0-5% grade, 52% (12.6 miles) 5-10%, and a fraction is 15-20%. Required fields are marked *. VerticalScope Inc., 111 Peter Street, Suite 600, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1, Canada. While I had trouble keeping up at their level of fitness, I was at least able to mostly hang on. Join the Blue Hammers for an early Saturday morning training ride for the 'Assault on Mount Mitchell' ride in N.C. Whilst you may not be riding the 'Assault' you can still join us for an enjoyable 80 mile ride from Killarney Station at 6:30am out to Astatula, Howey in the Hills, Dewey Robbins, Groveland and back to Clermont via Cherry Lake Road.