USBR 76: Charlottesville to Lake Monticello

Roll out from Charlottesville, home of UVA and good coffee stops, and head southeast toward Lake Monticello. It’s about 29 km with steady rollers and around 400 m of climbing—enough to wake up the legs without wrecking them. Expect a road ride with a few busier stretches, so ride single file and bring lights. Finish by the lakeside neighborhoods for a mellow cool-down spin or a dip if you’ve got access. Great weekday training loop or weekend warm-up.