2 cycling, mountain biking, and running events in Matthews, North Carolina

MSH Run Club BEER MILE CHALLENGE

Saturday, March 14 @ 11am

Matthews Social House

105 W. Charles St

Matthews, NC 28105

The MSH Run Club’s BEER MILE CHALLENGE is back just in time to kick off St. Patrick's Day weekend on Saturday, March 14 @ 11am.

You don’t want to miss this classic race challenge and enjoy bragging rights with your friends and assorted strangers.

For the low price of $12 registration you get the requisite 4 cans of Labatt Blue beer required to participate in the 1 MILE race loop around the block at Matthews Social House. Additionally, you will also have the option to purchase an event t-shirt during registration for an additional $16.

For those not yet initiated in this classic albeit insane little run challenge, you consume (chug really) a 12oz can of Labatt’s beer, hold said empty can over your head to prove consumption, then race a quarter mile (your mileage may vary if you stumble), return to starting line and repeat the process for a total of 4 beers and 1 Mile.

Can you chug & run?

Registration gets you a Race BIB and the 4 cans of Labatt beer.

The BIBS and entry will be confirmed on RACE day so arrive no later than 10:45am Saturday, 3/14 to get your BIB and ready yourself for the race.

The very cold beer will be dispensed at the start and at each quarter mile you complete by our specially trained Beer Mile Challenge professionals.

We Shred CLT is a mountain bike celebration for women+ and girls! Whether you’re looking to progress, try a new trail, or connect with other rad women+ who ride, this event is for you!

Where: Beatty Park, Matthews, NC

When: Saturday, June 27 from 9am-4pm

(drop in or stay all day – full itinerary below)

Calling all women+ and girls who ride mountain bikes (or want to learn how): you're invited to We Shred CLT. Join pro downhill racer/ MTB skills coach/ mom Caroline Washam, a team of certified mountain bike skills coaches, and local community leaders for a chill day of doing what we all love: riding bikes, progressing on bikes, talking about bikes, and relaxing a little too.

Highlights

• FREE EVENT for all Women+ and Girls!

• FREE mountain bike skills clinics with certified women coaches!

• Organized NO DROP group rides for all levels, from beginner to sender!

• FOOD TRUCKS – we will have food for purchase during the event!

• Swag goodies from our sponsors!

• GOOD VIBES!

Itinerary

9am - Check in! Sign-ups for morning clinics and group rides open.

9:45am - Welcome chat with Caroline!

10am - Morning clinics depart. (Fundamentals, Cornering, Bridges/Skinnies)

10:30am - No-drop group rides depart.

12pm - Workshops/ Info Sessions/ LUNCH TIME

1pm - Afternoon clinics depart. (Fundamentals, Pumping, Rocks/Rolls/Drops)

1:30pm - No-drop group rides depart.

4:00pm - Collect phone numbers from new friends to plan your next ride! See ya later!

[Caroline_small.jpg]

FREE Skills Clinics!

Whether you are new to mountain biking or you're looking to progress your skills, you'll have the chance to sign up for a FREE skills session with one of our certified mountain bike skills coaches. Each session is 1-1.5 hours and will focus on one of the skills below. Space in each session is limited. If you're interested in signing up for a clinic, arrive early to sign up on site!

• MTB Fundamentals: Braking, shifting, balance/stability. Learn the basics in a controlled setting.

• Cornering: Work on body position, braking, and pressure control techniques to help you feel more confident and consistent on berms and flat turns.

• Bridges and skinnies: Intimidated by wooden features? Beatty Park has a lot! From safety tips to balancing techniques, have fun sessioning some skinnies!

• Pumping: Maintaining and increasing speed without pedaling… it's one of the best feelings on a mountain bike. Learn pumping techniques for better flow on Beatty's pump track!

• Rocks, Rolls, and Drops: For intermediate+ and advanced riders looking for more performance on some of Beatty's more intimidating features. Learn how to progress from rolling to getting wheels in the air!

Group Rides!

Stuck in a rut of riding solo? Want to meet new friends and find new riding buddies? This is your chance! All group rides will have an experienced leader, a confident sweep, and are NO DROP (meaning you will definitely not be left behind). New to mountain biking? Take a spin around Beatty's Green Loop (approximately 3 miles of easy riding). Want to have some fun flowing through the trees and challenging yourself on roots with the occasional optional feature? Stick to the blue trails enjoy about 5 miles of sweet singletrack. Looking for a group that will stop and session and cheer you on when you attempt the hard stuff? From wooden features to rocks, drops, and jumps our intermediate/ advanced group will give you the option to session sections like “Beatty Black” without blowing up the pace.

If you're interested in joining a group ride, sign-ups will be available on site. Show up early and join the fun!

[EventPage_1.jpg]

Things to Know

• What if it rains?

In the event of inclement weather, we may choose to reschedule or cancel the event. You will receive updates via email the week of the event, so make sure to check your SPAM folder!

• What bike should I ride?

Any mountain bike will do! Hardtails, full suspension, e-mountain bikes, they are all welcome at Beatty. If you're not sure if your bike is suitable, feel free to drop an email to Caroline ([email protected]) or stop by your local bike shop.

• Will there be bikes available at the event?

We will not have any rental or demo bikes at this event. HOWEVER, many local bike shops rent bikes. If you need help finding the best bike shop close to you, please email Caroline ([email protected])

• What about protection?

Helmets are required at this event. If you do not have a helmet, please email Caroline ([email protected]) and we will round one up for you!

• Are there easy trails?

Yes! Beatty is a park to start your mountain biking journey. There is an easy Green loop around the park as well as a pump track to help you learn!

• I'm an advanced rider. Is this event for me?

Yes! Simply put: riding bikes with other women+ is magic. Is this a bike park with massive jumps and rock gardens? No, but that doesn't mean you won't find something to challenge you and new friends to help you conquer it. This event will be located right at the pump track, which offers a challenge for all levels (even some jumps and a wall ride!). The trail itself has many features that are both fun and challenging.

[EventPage_2.jpg]