Dear friends, partners and RFCC,
The last few weeks have escalated quite quickly with the COVID-19 virus leaving us all uncertain what the future looks like.
After much discussion, research, listening and soul searching, we have decided to cancel the 2020 Rollfast 8×8 Challenge and the RFCC World Tour Asheville trip.
Riders that are registered for the 2020 8×8 Challenge will receive a rain check for the 2021 edition of the event.
I’m sure this news is frustrating to hear, but this postponement is in accordance with the CDC’s requirements of canceling or postponing any mass gatherings of more than 50 people for the next eight weeks.
Stay safe and be physically and mentally healthy. If you need support, you can always text ROLLFAST to 494949 for an anonymous and confidential text chat.
I look forward to riding with you all again soon until then, let’s connect on zwift!
~Matt
“Hardest ride I’ve ever done”
Rollast is always up for a challenge. We challenge YOU to complete the Rollfast 8×8. This grueling event takes place in the hills of southern Indiana at Brown County State Park. The route is designed in a 11.7 mile loop with a rest stop at the start/finish area. Each lap has approximately 900 feet of vertical gain. The hills are punchy and steep, so use caution when planning your gearing and on the descents!
After the ride, relax in the recovery tent with NormaTec boots and a post ride meal. Enjoy music and share stories about your day on the course. If you want to make a weekend of it, there are many tourist attractions in nearby Nashville, Indiana.
Route Information
Route GPX Files
Sunday Schedule
April 19, 2020
7AM
Park opens to public
($7 IN residents / $9 out of State)
Park vehicles at the SWIMMING POOL LOT
Check in (Start / Finish area)
Sign waivers
Pick up timing chips
7:45AM
Announcements and instructions
8AM
8×8 Challenge begins!
Don Hinds SAG truck sweeping course (White Ford F150)
11AM
Lunch available
Recovery lounge open
2:30PM
No new lap starts
4PM
Course officially closed
Check in and parking map
Area Information
Southern Indiana is beautiful place and Brown County is easily the most well known place to visit. We have gathered a list of resources to make your trip enjoyable and seamless.
Places to stay
Quality Inn
51 West Chestnut Street, Nashville, IN, 47448
(812) 988-6118
Abe Martin Lodge
Brown County State Park; SR 46 East, Nashville, IN, 47448
(812) 988-4418
Brown County Inn
51 State Road 46 East, Nashville, IN, 47448
(800) 772-5249
Cornerstone Inn
54 East Franklin Street, Nashville, IN, 47448
(888) 383-0300
Creekside Retreat
2450 State Road 46 East, Nashville, IN, 47448
(844) 473-8732
Artists Colony Inn
105 South Van Buren Street, Nashville, IN, 47448
(812) 988-0600
Green Valley Lodge
692 West State Road 46, Nashville, IN, 47448
(812) 988-0231
Hickory Shades Motel
5714 St. Rd. 46 west, Nashville, IN, 47448
(812) 988-4694
Hidden Valley Inn
201 North Van Buren Street, Nashville, IN, 47448
(877) 988-9099
Hotel Nashville
245 North Jefferson Street
(800) 848-6274
Places to eat
- Big Woods Brewing Co.
- Farmhouse Cafe & Tea Room
- Hobnob Corner Restaurant
- Muddy Boots Cafe
- Stream Cliff Herb Farm
- More info at: https://www.indianapolismonthly.com/article/five-great-brown-county-restaurants/
Places to drink
- Bloomington – Upland & Oliver Winery
- Bear Wallow Distillery
- Big Woods Brewing Co.
- Brown County Winery
For additional information on Brown County please visit
Brown County Visitors Center
211 S Van Buren Street, Nashville, IN, 47448
Directions
812.988.7303
email: visitorscenter@browncounty.com
http://www.browncounty.com
The first 8×8 finisher at the 2018 and 2019 events, Mark O’Leary.
Register
The Rollfast 8×8 Challenge is limited to 100 riders and has sold out every year! Sign up before it’s too late!