Ace the Natchez Trace
Rendezvous 1: September 29- October 5, 2024
Rendezvous 2: October 6-12, 2024
ACE the Natchez TRACE
Rendezvous 1:
Sept 29 – Oct 5, 2024
Rendezvous 2:
Oct 6-12, 2024
Historically, this tour filled quickly, so now we are offering it twice. We strongly suggest you register well in advance to secure your slot.
The start of Fall on the Natchez Trace brings cooler weather and vibrant colors. This is the best time of year to ride one of the most immaculate cycling routes in the country. You will ride the Natchez Trace Parkway, a recreational road and scenic pedal through three states. It roughly follows the “Old Natchez Trace” and this ride is renowned as the ultimate cycling trek.
Ace The Trace Tour–Here’s what to expect…
To kick off this journey, we will rendezvous in Franklin (Nashville), Tennessee on Sunday for your check-in and bike loading, then early Monday a 30-minute shuttle will take you to the Natchez Trace Parkway Bridge. You will be cycling for five days and ending near Ridgeland\Jackson, Mississippi. Then we’ll have an overnight stay and shuttle back to Franklin on Saturday.
Note: Please be advised that all BPP bicycle vacations include daily options for reduced mileage. Prior to each days ride, typically the evening before, you will be notified about choices for the day (two shortened variants) and necessary arrangements will be made to accommodate your preferences.
Note: Daily Mileage Subject To Change
Price Increase: Due to industry trends in the hotel and hospitality industry, post Covid, we have had to raise our prices. Also new in the 2024 tour is the inclusion of your first night accommodation (hotel & a light dinner) in the tour price. Past customers consistently raised the issue and under new ownership we are doing our best to make the tour packaging more convenient and comprehensive.
Take advantage of Early Bird pricing and register ASAP!
Pricing is based on receipt of registration and deposit. Mail-in registration/payment must be postmarked by the early bird expiration date. Online payment must be received on or before the early bird expiration date.
Note: Double/Triple/Quad rate is only available to those sharing a single room with two beds.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What are the dates for Ace the Trace?
BPP is offering this ride twice in 2024:
Sept 29 to Oct 5, 2024
October 6-12, 2024
I will be flying in. What is the closest airport?
Nashville Airport to the Drury Inn in Franklin, TN is approximately 22 miles \ 25 minutes. Prices for ride hailing apps tend to fluctuate. You can pre-book a ride day(s)in advance of your arrival \ departure.
Option One: You can fly into Nashville, TN for the start of the tour and out of Jackson, MS at the end of the tour. This is the best option if flying. The only thing you will miss is the shuttle from Jackson, MS back to Nashville, TN.
Option Two: You can fly in and out of Nashville, TN.
Is there transportation from the airports?
Ride hailing apps are recommended, this package does not include pickup or drop off to\from the airport.
I will be driving. What can I do with my vehicle while on tour?
Free long-term parking will be available at the host hotel in Franklin\Nashville.
What type of surface will I ride?
The Natchez Trace is a well-preserved, fully paved road with minimal traffic. Biking on the Trace is made more enjoyable by the official prohibition of trucks and commercial vehicles.
What type of bike should I bring?
Ace the Trace is suitable for any bicycle type. Historically, riders have favored hybrids, road bikes, and EBikes.
Do I need to equip my bike with anything special?
All bikes must be equipped with a front facing headlamp and a rear facing red blinking light, which must be activated at all times.
Who is the recommended outfitter for bicycle rentals?
Riders must make their own arrangements for bike rental.
R.B.’s Cyclery Bike Shop,
99 Seaboard Ln #1000, Brentwood, TN 37027 615.567.6633
EBikes
Pedego Franklin 416 Woodland St, Nashville, TN 37206 615. 614.3814
How many bags can I bring and how are they moved forward?
Each rider can bring two pieces of baggage, with each piece not exceeding 30 pounds. Your bags will be taken care of in the morning by our staff, who will move them to your next lodging location and bring them directly to your room. That’s why PAMPERED is the name of the game.
I’m a vegetarian. Is that a problem?
Not a problem. That said, vegetarian is the only other dietary option available.
Are non-riders welcome?
We welcome everyone. Non-riders will need to complete the same registration forms and pay the same fee as a rider. A non-rider will be part of every aspect of the tour except the riding if they so choose.
What if, for some reason, I cannot finish the biking day?
No problem. If you feel you cannot finish the day’s ride, our staff will assist you and your bike to get you to the ending location. No questions asked.
Alternatively, each evening before the next day’s ride we offered shortened mileage variants where we will move you forward and this way everyone ends at the same point.
Testimonials
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Bubba's Pampered Pedalers
1916 Pike Place
Ste 12 #1470
Seattle, WA 98101
(206) 250-3395
pamperedpedalers@gmail.com
