Frequently Asked Questions

Where do we stay? On Winter Ride we stay in hotels which are included in the price of registration. Tuesday night - Friday night we stay in St. Marys and on Friday we move to Waycross. 

 

What Does Registration Cover? Registration entitles you to a printed ride guide, Hotel for 5 nights (or 4) Breakfast in hotel for 5 mornings, Happy Hour for 5 afternoons - (BYOB) Please bring your favorite wine or other beverage to share, National Park Service admission to Cumberland Island and ferry to the island, Private Ferry to/from Fernandina Beach, FL, guided bus tour of Jekyll's historic district.Registration does not cover: Bike rental on Cumberland Island, Lunches and dinners, Admission to Ft. Clinch State Park and Ft. Clinch.

 

Do I need a road bike?  Absolutely not! While a road bike certainly makes things a little easier, people have completed rides on every type of bike you could think of, from mountain bikes, to recumbents,  to unicycles. We do not ride very far on Winter Ride relative to other BRAG rides so a hybrid bicycle would get the job done just fine. On Cumberland island you are now allowed to bring your bike, however, the roads are fairly soft sand and a nice road bike would not be recommended.

 

What if I don't know anyone? The best thing about BRAG is the community of riders. Many come alone and leave with riding buddies for life. You will never ride alone on BRAG. Especially on Winter Ride the group is small and participates in all activities together so you will get to know everyone by the time you leave.

 

If I'm not in the best shape, can I participate? Absolutely, on Winter Ride, the miles are flat, and few. 

 

More questions? Drop us a line on our contact form or ask the BRAG community on our facebook page.