Inzane Self Guided Ride Routes

[3fan4life]

Here are the self guided rides that I've worked up (so far).

I was planning on waiting until I had everything finished before I posted this, but my laptop is acting like it might die soon and I didn't want to take a chance on them getting lost.

All of them are set up as a loop ride, most of them parallel I-81, US 460 or another route that will allow for quicker return to Roanoke if you should need it.

Most were laid out in the direction that they were because I felt that the view was better from that direction or I prefer to attack a particular mountain from that direction.

Any of them can be ridden in reverse and still be a very enjoyable ride.


 Inzane Self Guided Ride Routes

Bedford/ Goshen Loop return through Humpback Bridge and Paintbank, VA (218 miles):

https://goo.gl/maps/gSBgaSmwicH2

Bedford / Goshen Loop returning through Iron Gate, VA (171 miles):

https://goo.gl/maps/jLmkqx6aBDS2

BRP Crisscross return via US 29 & US 460 (270 miles):  

https://goo.gl/maps/6HTav7Tjanr

BRP Crisscross return via BRP (260 miles) [Due to Google Maps limitations the last 12 miles back to GZ are missing. It's an EZ return though, Follow US 460 West to I-581 North] :

https://goo.gl/maps/j9VKcz6SCaD2

Chasing Waterfalls (249 miles):

https://goo.gl/maps/A3HMTeM6UW62

Greenbank, WV / Snowshoe /Cass Railroad/Seneca Rocks return through Iron Gate (372 miles):

 https://goo.gl/maps/4Er2kyX21Ww

Greenbank, WV / Snowshoe/ Cass Railroad return through Monterey and Iron Gate, VA (297 miles):

https://goo.gl/maps/X6Hdw8xhtF82

Greenbank, WV / Snowshoe/ Cass Railroad return via US 219 and US 460 (330 miles):

https://goo.gl/maps/hvaMBWLST722


MT Airy, NC (Mayberry) Loop return via Blue Ridge Parkway (196 miles): CHIP AND SEAL ON THE BRP MAKES PART OF THIS ROUTE DANGEROUS!

https://goo.gl/maps/snejatVwSnM2


MT Airy, NC (Mayberry) Loop return via BRP and US 221 {Avoids construction on BRP}(195 miles):

https://goo.gl/maps/2K2TYAjyXCo


MT Airy, NC (Mayberry) Loop with a diversion to Gen JEB Stuart's Birthplace (206 miles):

https://goo.gl/maps/D49A7JbxtYt


Natural Chimneys Park Loop return via Verona, VA / Montebello, VA & BRP (280 miles):

https://goo.gl/maps/F2AUtfbqk862


Seven Mountains Loop (349 miles):

https://goo.gl/maps/Lwai5ijVz5B2

SR 16 Back of The Dragon Loop return through Big Walker lookout (260 miles):

https://goo.gl/maps/p91X4b7VQ342

SR 16 Back of The Dragon Loop return through Big Walker lookout and Big Walker Tunnel (266 miles):

https://goo.gl/maps/M36SKrN8FPs

SR 16 Loop return through Floyd, VA (296 miles):

https://goo.gl/maps/crf7LUPT8uv

SR 16 Loop via Upper Craigs Creek Rd return through Big Walker Lookout (288 miles):

https://goo.gl/maps/Todff71TpbS2

SR 16 Loop return via I-81 (248 miles):

https://goo.gl/maps/G8oGFQBmFML2

Ride The Snake US 421 return via I-81 (316 miles):

https://goo.gl/maps/htkSCzRe2bU2

Ride The Snake US 421 return via SR 42 & SR 311 (355 miles):

https://goo.gl/maps/RgdDp7hS8Up


Rides Under 150 miles.

Catawba Valley / Goose Valley Loop (91 miles):

 https://goo.gl/maps/HsGibKf8Fym

Roanoke to Buchanan, VA via BRP return via US 11 (58 miles):

https://goo.gl/maps/75SEBTpa9732

Roanoke to Bedford, VA to Natural Bridge, VA return via US 11 (106 miles):

https://goo.gl/maps/zR2sMKGHqDT2

Roanoke to Bedford, VA to Peaks of Otter return via the BRP (78 miles):

https://goo.gl/maps/Zgq1mLyS6vr



Roanoke to Bedford, VA to Big Island, VA return Via the BRP (107 miles):

https://goo.gl/maps/NXUsgdMnRuj


Roanoke to D-Day Memorial and Homestead Creamery (80 miles):

https://goo.gl/maps/s1jN6gGt2qp

Roanoke to Natural Bridge, VA / Lexington, VA / Buena Vista, VA return via BRP (131 miles):

https://goo.gl/maps/Q3iAR4ciPEF2

Roanoke to Natural Bridge, VA / Lexington, VA / Buena Vista, VA return via BRP w/ River Rd. diversion (133 miles):

https://goo.gl/maps/7MuqQPGZQjN2

Roanoke to Mabry Mill return via Rocky Mount, VA and Burnt Chimney (151 miles):  {This route needs to be modified to avoid the chip n seal on the BRP. I can't figure out how to do it on an Android device. Basically get off of I-581/US 220 at the Tanglewood Rte 419 exit. Bear right onto 419. Take a left onto US 221 and follow it to the BRP. }

https://goo.gl/maps/jRWmX7EBg162

Mountain Lake (Dirty Dancing) Loop (147 miles):

https://goo.gl/maps/3YFqi1RzkD22

Peaks of Otter / Buchanan / Eagle Rock / New Castle Loop (114 miles):

https://goo.gl/maps/u7YUHN7JEQk

Smith Mountain Lake Loop with Stop at SML Dam Visitor Center (92 miles):

https://goo.gl/maps/sG68q3riqqT2
 


I have had some problem with Google maps changing the route from what I had planned to whatever it wanted.

Mostly it seems to want to put you back on the interstate.

If anyone sees this let me know and I will attempt to correct it.

I will have some hard copies available at Inzane for people to use.

[henry 008]

this is truly awesome  thanks for taking the time to put all of these together 

[The emperor has no clothes]

this is truly awesome  thanks for taking the time to put all of these together 

+1 thanks, Mark 

[hubcapsc]

[Jess from VA]

Good job Mark.   

I have the same (GD) problem with map sites.  You try to do point to point to point, and at some point, it just takes over and puts you back on main roads and freeways.  Or you drag and drop, and it decides to add big loops to nowhere.  Stop it!!!!   

I think I'm just going to follow you around.  I'm a good number two man (as long as I keep up with the fiber). 

[3fan4life]

Looks like you already know some of the rides. 

[3fan4life]

this is truly awesome  thanks for taking the time to put all of these together 

+1 thanks, Mark 

this is truly awesome  thanks for taking the time to put all of these together 

Thanks Guys.

We have some good riding around here, I wanted everyone to get a chance o enjoy some of it.

[3fan4life]

Good job Mark.   

I have the same (GD) problem with map sites.  You try to do point to point to point, and at some point, it just takes over and puts you back on main roads and freeways.  Or you drag and drop, and it decides to add big loops to nowhere.  Stop it!!!!   

I think I'm just going to follow you around.   I'm a good number two man (as long as I keep up with the fiber).         

TMI JESS, TMI 

[JimC]

WOW

That was a lot of work, thank you for doing that.
That will make deciding on a ride much easier for all of us.

Jim

[GiG]

Since you put in all that hard work to publish these, the routes can no longer be called
 “self-guided”, can they?  

Good job, Mark!

You can take the rest of the week off.  

[..]

Not going to Inzane but you deserve a big THANK YOU for doing this for those who are.

[Farside]

  Greatly appreciated! I hope to thank you in person. 

[flsix]

Thank you for all the work you put into this.

Unfortunately there won't be enough time to do them all in a week.

Just have to see the area again.

[97BLKVALK]

Wow!  Thanks for all the hard work.  Can hardly wait to make a few of these runs

Michael

[bludragon]

Thank you for putting these rides togetger. Looking at doing two of them.

[baldo]

Got to respect the work.....

Thank you sir.......

[MarkT]

Super!  Thanks for the work on this.  Now how do I pick which 2 or so to do...

[Binkie]

Thanks Mark....very much appreciated.

[stude31]

Hey Hubs!!  My bride and I will be passing through for a day or two at Inzane this year.  Are you coming and are you bringing the forkseals or do you want me to bring a set?  Asking for a friend 

Stude31

[hubcapsc]

Hey Hubs!!  My bride and I will be passing through for a day or two at Inzane this year.  Are you coming and are you bringing the forkseals or do you want me to bring a set?  Asking for a friend 

Stude31

I'm bringing the black bike, it has new fork seals 



-Mike

[Tailgate Tommy]

Thanks so much for all your effort!!

[bludragon]

I hope this bumps  message. Great info for anyone planning to do day rides at Inzane

[baldo]

bump

[3fan4life]

I've redone a couple of the routes because of Chip and Seal (READ LOOSE GRAVEL) on the BRP.

The affected area is between MM 121 and MM 136 

[Jess from VA]

Thanks.   

Mark, that appears to be where the BRP, straight South of Roanoke, crosses US 220 (mile marker 121), south on BRP to Calloway Rd (right next to US 221) (mile marker 136).

Interactive map.

https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?mid=1bL-akwZwjIFXrqtNFIP2BTQzVqs&hl=en&ll=37.12437193356772%2C-80.05678347424316&z=12

I was hoping all that crap was down in NC. 

[vanavyman]

We really like the Goshen Loop ride. Looking forward to ride by it this year.
Dan & Trish

[Whooray]

WOW!!  This is  awesome!  Thanks so much

[Serk]

Awesome, finally took a perusal of this thread, thank you so much for putting this all together!!!

Someone who's familiar with the area, could you pick out the top 2-3 must do's form the list?

Thanks! Getting excited and looking forward to seeing everyone!

[RainMaker]

Awesome, finally took a perusal of this thread, thank you so much for putting this all together!!!

Someone who's familiar with the area, could you pick out the top 2-3 must do's form the list?

Thanks! Getting excited and looking forward to seeing everyone!

Great idea - top 3.  Let's ride!

[lonewolf/va]

Thanks Mark look like some good rides see you in Roanoke

[3fan4life]

Awesome, finally took a perusal of this thread, thank you so much for putting this all together!!!

Someone who's familiar with the area, could you pick out the top 2-3 must do's form the list?

Thanks! Getting excited and looking forward to seeing everyone!

That's almost like asking a Father to decide which of his children that he loves the most.

There are many factors to be considered about each ride.

The amount of time that you have to dedicate to a ride is the first thing to consider.

Then do you want mountains or is points of interests more important?

My intent is to have some description of each ride included in the printed copies.

Find me at Inzane and I can help you pick the route that best suits your interests. (I'll be helping with early bird registration on Sun).

I have to work on Monday but will be at the hotel after 4pm.

[The emperor has no clothes]

Awesome, finally took a perusal of this thread, thank you so much for putting this all together!!!

Someone who's familiar with the area, could you pick out the top 2-3 must do's form the list?

Thanks! Getting excited and looking forward to seeing everyone!

That's almost like asking a Father to decide which of his children that he loves the most.

There are many factors to be considered about each ride.

The amount of time that you have to dedicate to a ride is the first thing to consider.

Then do you want mountains or is points of interests more important?

My intent is to have some description of each ride included in the printed copies.

Find me at Inzane and I can help you pick the route that best suits your interests. (I'll be helping with early bird registration on Sun).

I have to work on Monday but will be at the hotel after 4pm.

You da man !

[Serk]

Awesome, finally took a perusal of this thread, thank you so much for putting this all together!!!

Someone who's familiar with the area, could you pick out the top 2-3 must do's form the list?

Thanks! Getting excited and looking forward to seeing everyone!

That's almost like asking a Father to decide which of his children that he loves the most.

There are many factors to be considered about each ride.

The amount of time that you have to dedicate to a ride is the first thing to consider.

Then do you want mountains or is points of interests more important?

My intent is to have some description of each ride included in the printed copies.

Find me at Inzane and I can help you pick the route that best suits your interests. (I'll be helping with early bird registration on Sun).

I have to work on Monday but will be at the hotel after 4pm.

Fair enough... I hope to be taking advantage of the early bird Sunday registration, hope to see ya' there!

[Hook#3287]

Bump

[3fan4life]

Bump

Thanks Hook you beat me to it.


I have a few printed copies of a few of the routes.

If anyone is looking for any one in particular let me know.