UPDATE 1 ***
We never liked the traffic on the Rt 115 climb over Wind Gap. RBA emeritus Tom Rosenbauer suggested an alternative and we have updated the RWGPS and Cue data with this new routing. Please be sure you are using cue VERSION 6 with RWGPS data last modified 2025-04-9 21:41:42 EDT. If you are using eBrevet, make sure it has VERSION 6 route data loaded. Latest route data is available here.
Original post. ***
The course was pre-ridden by Pat Gaffney on 29 March.
The course was found to be in good condition generally.
The descent of Staats Rd at around mile 60 is the first really ripping descent. Enjoy it, but don't outrun your guardian angel. Control your speed. Be especially alert for the fast left onto Milford Rd, which is easy to miss. There's a wooden bridge immediately at the turn that's hard to see past. It can be slippery. And bumpy. There can be hidden oncoming traffic. Go slow.
The segment of 611 up into the Water Gap is now open to all traffic. There is only one lane. It has a timed traffic signal that alternates traffic flow. The timing is very short, so don't hesitate, ride through as quickly as possible, and be alert for oncoming traffic.
Route 115 up and over the Wind Gap after you make the left off of Cherry Valley Rd is very busy and has a narrow shoulder. Sometimes there's junk on the edge of the road. Stay alert. Stay focused. Be cautious.
Although not a control, the Wawa at the 200K point in Easton is a good place to stop and fuel up for the final 100K.
Bonne route!
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