The Paranormal 2026 is a cycling and mountain biking event held on Saturday, October 17, 2026. It is located at 5421 Markwood Rd in Earlysville, Virginia.
Sat, Jun 13, 2026 at 9:00 AM
26.1 km from EarlysvilleCycling
Sat, Jun 20, 2026 at 7:30 AM
2026 LWQCC Details
We look forward to having you join us this year on Saturday, June 20th for the 11th Annual Lee Warren Queen City Century Bike Tour a benefit bike ride through the beautiful
Shenandoah Valley. The route will take riders West of Staunton, VA out into the countryside of Augusta County. The ride provides scenic vistas, county farms, small towns, and quiet rural roads. All the routes are paved and have low traffic volume.
The Century Route follows a clover leaf type pattern of four loops totaling 100 miles in distance.
The Metric Century Route follows a clover leaf type pattern for 100 km in distance.
The Half Century option will complete two of these loops, totaling 50 miles.
The Quarter Century option will complete the first loop, totaling 25 miles.
The best way to decide which group you'd like to join is to check out the loops on our website.
Pre-Registration will cost $50 per rider. Early Bird discount $40 through Dec 15th.
Day of registration will be $60, for all distances.
All riders will leave at 7:30am from the Sunspots Pavilion in Historic Downtown Staunton off of West Johnson St. Please note that we will start promptly on time so arrive with plenty of time to register and hear the pre-race instructions.
Interactive Route Maps
All routes are online, in TCX format. We recommend heading over to our website - www.lwqccbiketour.com - to find links to routes.
NOTE: All traffic regulations and laws must be observed. Helmets are required and must be worn for the entire length of the tour. All riders must ride to the right side of the road at all times. Roads will be open to vehicle traffic. This is not a race. The rides will take place rain or shine. No refunds. For details call 540-421-9235.
Starting Location: Sunspots Pavilion - 201 S. Lewis St. Staunton, VA 24401
Parking for the Event:
We have two designated, open-air (non-parking deck) parking lots for riders. The first is located at Trinity Episcopal Church and the second at Central United Methodist Church.
We recommend either pulling into a temporary spot near the wharf to register, then heading to one of the parking areas OR finding your permanent parking spot, first, and then riding down to register
Please go to these lots IN ORDER:
TRINITY EPISCOPAL - 214 W. Beverley St. Staunton, VA 24401
CENTRAL UMC - 14 N. Lewis St. Staunton, VA 24401.
The lots will have signs. If the first is full please proceed to the next parking area. If all of these are full, there should be street parking and parking in parking decks.
NOTE: Please DO NOT park in the wharf parking area - this is reserved for the farmer's market. Thank you for respecting their reserved parking area.
Registration check-in will be at the Sunspots Pavilion.
THANK YOU TO ALL OF OUR SPONSORS!
All Proceeds Benefit the mission of Renewing Homes of Greater Augusta
Not only do you get to ride a beautiful route but you get to feel good while doing so! Renewing Homes of Greater Augusta (RHGA) is a nonprofit located in Augusta County that provides critical home repairs and modifications for elderly, disabled, and disadvantaged homeowners of Staunton, Waynesboro, and Augusta County so that they can live in their own home with dignity in a safe, warm, dry, and accessible environment.
By working with volunteers, RHGA maximizes the impact of every dollar spent. We hope that as you register you entertain supporting RHGA with an additional donation. Last years tour enabled RHGA to complete four projects for local homeowners and with your support this year, we hope to be able to do more!
Thank you for riding and supporting RHGA!
Executive Director
Renewing Homes of Greater Augusta
Cycling Gran Fondo
Sat, Jul 25, 2026 at 7:00 AM
41.7 km from EarlysvilleCycling Gravel
Thu, Jul 30, 2026 at 12:00 PM
Escape to the tranquility of the Shenandoah Mountains for this ultimate 4-day triathlon training getaway. The Shenandoah Valley is close to major east coast cities, but offers a serene and inspiring
training environment. Here is what our experienced professional athletes and coaches have on tap:
Pool swim session at JMU to refine your stroke and improve your proficiency.
Elevate your open water swimming with expert coaching at Arrowhead Lake. Sunday's OW swim will be on a buoyed course, and will refine your technique, sighting, pack swimming, and start positioning.
Gain confidence and conquer the mountains on your bicycle. Our expert coaching will empower you to improve your climbing and descending skills as you explore the scenic creeks and breathtaking vistas of the Appalachian ridgeline.
Escape the pavement and embrace the trails. Our runs on double and single track combine adventure with traditional triathlon training, offering a refreshing alternative to monotonous pace based road work.
Option of double occupancy, or upgrade to single occupancy. Daily buffet style all you can eat breakfast is included.
You belong here, no matter your experience or ability. If you have specific training goals, we'll work with you (and your coach, if applicable) to get you your ideal training weekend. We understand that not everyone is in the same place in their training journey and scaled workouts will reflect that. Your Goals Are Our Goals!
Proficiencies & safety requirements:
Swim
-Must be able to swim 400 yards continuous open water
-Swimmers must have a swim buoy / tow float
Bike
-Must be able to ride 20 miles on rolling terrain
-Must bring proper gearing to be able to climb
-All bikes are welcome
-Must be able to change a flat tire
-Must ride with a red flashing light
Run
-Must be able to traverse hills and uneven surfaces
What’s Included:
• Three nights of accommodation at the Hotel Madison
• Daily breakfast at the Hotel Madison, group welcome dinner
• Swag bag
• Experienced technical coaching
• Daily route support for all levels
• Entrance fees for all activities
• One picnic/BBQ lunch
• One dinner on opening day
• Stocked and staffed aid stations with additional on call support
Itinerary:
This itinerary is packed with a variety of workouts. We encourage participants to pick and choose activities like they are at a buffet.
Thursday check-in begins at 11 am ahead of our opening stroke/speed session at James Madison University (JMU) pool. We will start with a light drill set, getting our feel of the water. Then we light the afterburners for a high octane set of 25 and 50’s. We will then get on the bike for a light group spin to the base of a small climb in which we will work on various climbing and descending techniques. These will be key tools to have in your toolbox as this camp will put your climbing and descending skills to the test. The day concludes with an optional track workout of 15x200 meters. An opportunity to turn over the legs while they are still fresh.
Friday is when multisport gets reimagined. The morning starts with a swim set at JMU learning open water skills within a swim set. We will work on drafting, staying efficient in traffic and different self-preservation skills.
Then, refuel and gear up for a brick workout. Starting off with a ride, the group will head out of Harrisonburg rolling toward the mountains. At the midway aid station, we will have your run shoes awaiting. This will be your long run for the weekend on gravel Forest Service roads. Most will perform an out and back course while others may opt for a looped trail which includes some ridgeline running. After the run athletes can either call it a day and hang out in compression boots or jump on their bikes and roll downhill to Harrisonburg.
Saturday is pure and simply a long ride day. At Paul State Park riders will shed anything they do not want to climb with. This is where the day starts in earnest as the terrain kicks up and riders climb 9 miles at an average 5.8% grade. Most riders will finish between 1 and 2 hours. A support vehicle will follow today's ride and meet riders at the summit to savor the views and take some photos before enjoying the long flowing paved descent. Riders will have the option to descend back down to Paul State Forest completing a 35 mile ride or roll down the backside completing a 75 mile loop totaling more than 7500’ of climbing.
Sunday is the legendary 4 hour points event at Arrowhead Lake. This is the essence of multisport fun. Some design their dream triathlon, and others will choose to bounce between their favorite two sports. Then there are those few that just stick to seeing how far they can go in 4 hours in a single sport. A 500 yard open water swim course, 17 mi bike course, and 5k run course will be supported for 4 hours. Athletes will get a designated amount of points for completing each of the loops. The multisport extravaganza will be followed up by a closing BBQ.
Travel:
Athletes are responsible to arrive at the Hotel Madison by 11am on Thursday.
Hotel Address:
710 S Main St
Harrisonburg, PA
Athletes can leave from Arrowhead Lake after multisport day or be transported back to Hotel Madison.
Weather:
Average high 85
Average low 65
Sound too difficult?
We call it our escalator. Jump in the van and we will bring you up to the ridge. This will set you up to have the most scenic and enjoyable experience possible.
What kind of bike?
We recommend a time trial bike or road bike.
Time trial bikes are welcome, but a road bike is preferred given the technical nature of most of the roads.
Bike rentals are available for an additional $250.
Water Temperature:
Expected open water temperature will be between 76-84F. Wetsuits may be packed, but are not required/recommended.
This camp is being organized by Good Stuff Coaching, French Creek Racing, and FA.S.T. Racing. Jointly, we have produces dozens of successful camps at various locations.
Questions - Please email John Kenny at [email protected]
3 Miles 25 Miles Gravel Open Water Run Swim Trail Triathlon
Sun, Aug 30, 2026 at 8:00 AM
2026 Cal Tri Charlottesville - 8.30.26. Swim, bike and run in Charlottesville located in Central Virginia approximately 100 miles southwest of Washington, D.C. and 70 miles northwest of Richmond.
This race starts with a pool swim which is very beginner friendly for athletes who are testing the waters for the first time.
12 EVENT OPTIONS. 6 Sprint distance events (Triathlon, RunBikeRun, SwimBike, SwimRun, 400 yard Swim & 5K Run) and 6 Youth Sprint distance events (Triathlon, RunBikeRun, SwimBike, SwimRun, 400 yard Swim & 5K Run). Triathlon = swim + bike + run. Check out the course maps for more detailed information.
TO DO. Monticello. Fralin Museum of Art. Wineries.
AIRPORT. Charlottesville–Albemarle (CHO)
AIR TEMPERATURE (AVG). 64 F / 82 F
WATER TEMPERATURE (AVG). 68 F. Wetsuit legal. Use the 20% CALTRI2025 discount code at blueseventy. Note: Fusion wetsuits not eligible for discount.
Aquabike Cycling Duathlon Run Swim SwimRun Triathlon