We will ride and lodge in scenic Walterboro, South Carolina. Walterboro, the "front porch" of the Low Country, is known for its rich history and being the artistic center for South Carolina. Walterboro also offers flat terrain for achieving your cycling goals of faster times and greater distances. Our festive bike ride really has something for everyone — from beginning riders to family groups to racers.

The mark of a safe and effective cyclist is to show respect for and awareness of the surroundings, including weather, road conditions, and others using the road. We request all riders follow these basic guidelines:

• Wear an approved and properly-fitted helmet
• Obey all traffic laws and stop at all stop signs
• Ride no more than two abreast
• Ride as far to the right of the road as safe to do so
• Move right and ride single-file when cars are behind you and need room to pass
• Use appropriate hand and verbal signals when turning or stopping
• Alert slower riders when you are passing on the left and do not pass on the right
• Observe whether an intersection is clear before crossing
• Do not wear headphones while riding
• Always ride in a safe and predictable manner

We take safety seriously. Please make sure you are familiar with the above rules and make sure to follow them. We won’t compromise the safety of our riders; failure to follow the rules can result in removal from the rides/festival.

Personal Letter from FestiVELO founder Charles Fox

I have been involved in FestiVELO for the past 18 years. As an avid bike rider, I look for events that offer as much opportunity to meet new friends as to have an enjoyable experience in the saddle. FestiVELO is my idea of the perfect combination. We are pleased to announce a move to Walterboro, SC for this year’s festival and are excited to bring you many of the same highlights as years before from oyster roasts, to movies and popcorn under the stars to ride lengths that fit everyone from beginners and young riders to experienced racers. I look forward to meeting and sharing this exciting ride and experience with you. Let us know if you have a question.

See you in November.

Warm regards,
Charles Fox