Bike Virginia is proud to announce the host towns for the 18 th annual Bike Virginia , which will take place on June 24-29, 2005. In the tradition of Bike Virginia , we selected our host towns based on the expressed desires of our Bike Virginia participants. We visited numerous localities during the weeks following the Shenandoah Odyssey and we feel confident that our selection of Roanoke and Lexington , as our 2005 Host Towns, will offer the perfect combination of natural beauty and southern hospitality that we have all come to expect. Start planning now and keep checking the website for more information.

 

Roanoke, known as the “Capital of the Blue Ridge” and the “Star City of the South,” will serve as one of our Host Towns, while the Roanoke Valley in which it resides will serve as our playground. The Roanoke Valley , with its mountain beauty, historic heritage and southern grace is truly a bicyclers' paradise.

 

Lexington , nestled in the Shenandoah Valley , is the special place that has all the ingredients for a perfect bicycle tour. Surrounded by natural wonders and beauty, Lexington and Rockbridge County boast hometown charm, southern hospitality and a history unmatched.

 

There is no better way to experience this setting than from the seat of your bike. One of the things that sets Bike Virginia apart is the local flavor of each destination. You'll have a chance to meet the people behind the scenes…the folks that play the music, prepare the home-cooked meals, or do the things that make each host town – and the time you spend there – extra special.

 

What: A major program of BikeWalk Virginia to educate both the participating cyclists and the general public             about the benefits of cycling.

Who: 2,000 cyclists and 500 volunteers

When: June 24-29, 2005

Where: Roanoke Valley and Lower Shenandoah Valley