WV · separated · gravel

Elk River Trail

44.1 mi Out-and-back 791 ft gain

44.1-mile gravel route with 791 ft of elevation gain, signed as part of the local cycle network, separated from motor traffic.

Live · updated Aug 11, 1:24 AM ET

Today's verdict

Thunderstorms in the forecast — lightning and cyclists are a bad combination.

Thunderstorms — lightning and cyclists do not mix — get off the road before they arrive.
Pavement: wet — wet during the likely ride window — reduced braking, road spray, limited visibility to drivers.
NWS alert active — check the alert before rolling out.
25 mph wind — strong — plan for slow outbound if wind is against you.

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NWSFlood Watch

Flood Watch issued August 10 at 7:54PM EDT until August 14 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Charleston WV

In effect through Aug 14, 12:00 PM

Orange marker is the start. Click the map to enable scroll-zoom — the polyline is approximate; use Ride with GPS or Komoot for turn-by-turn.

Every remaining hour today is flagged hazardous. Save it for tomorrow.

25 mph tailwind outbound — expect a 25 mph headwind on the return.

Currently 25 mph from the SSW (210°). Relative to this ride's overall bearing, a tailwind.

4400 ft gain 4252 ft loss Max 1257' Min 751' 27.1 mi sampled

75°F air Within comfort range, outside ideal

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25 mph wind Strong — plan for slow outbound if wind is against you.

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Tailwind on this route 25 mph tailwind outbound — expect a 25 mph headwind on the return.

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Thunderstorms Lightning and cyclists do not mix — get off the road before they arrive.

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Pavement: wet Wet during the likely ride window — reduced braking, road spray, limited visibility to drivers.

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NWS alert active Check the alert before rolling out.

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Description sourced from OpenStreetMap relation tags and member-way geometry.