Heading to Louisville for marathon in April. Thought about bringing bike to get some training time in on the IM course. Anyone have any experience riding the course? Dangerous, Best time of day to ride, Areas to avoid, etc…? Any input would be appreciated. Paul
Sunday after the marathon will not be bad. During the week River Road and HWY 42 out to 1694 carries considerable traffic, during rush times. On the 1694 out and back watch crossing the bridge, many holes, rough spots and gravel. It worse heading back to 42, after the turn around.
Cars travel fast on HWY 42 and 146, just stay alert, most are now use to bikes out that way.
To avoid the busy sections during the week, you can drive out to the 1694 intersection and park at the small church across the street.
Do you happen to know the name or have the address of that church? I would like to MapQuest or be able to GPS it.
I believe its Shilo church, not sure of denomination. On the course map, its directly across from the right hand turn off of 42 onto 1694.