BIKE-A-THON RIDES INFORMATION

Sunday, June 7th, 2009
(Raindate June 14th)

All 3 Bike-A-Thon rides on June 7th start and end in the big field in front of the StonyBrook T stop (Orange Line) at Boylston and Amory Streets, Jamaica Plain MA 02130.

If you need parking near the field, see this map.

WE ENCOURAGE BICYCLISTS OF ALL AGES AND ABILITIES TO RIDE WITH US
Choose the ride that suits your ability. Each year we have riders as young as 2 and as old as the hills (as old as the 75 year-old hills that is). We'll be a mix of training racers in spandex for speed, around-town commuters in everyday clothes, teams of friends, serious fitness riders, new cyclists, kids in trailers, on bike seats, and on trail-a-bikes. Ride at your own pace! Our following mechanics and vehicles won't let you get lost or left alone out on the route.

PRE-REGISTRATION is required for all riders!
Read more about registration

CLICK TO REGISTER ONLINE


THE RIDES

62 MILE RIDE - A gorgeous ride for the avid cyclist. West from Jamaica Plain through Dover, with a rest stop in Medfield. Looping South and East for a second rest stop at Moosehill Reservation in Sharon. Finishing through the beautiful Blue Hills back to the starting point in Jamaica Plain, where you'll roll into the Green Roots Festival! Registration for the 62-miler opens at 8 am and the ride leaves at 9 am.

25 MILE RIDE - South from Jamaica Plain to Houghton's Pond in the Blue Hills Reservation for a mid-way rest stop and snack. The ride ends back at the starting point, where you'll roll into the Green roots Festival! Urban riding skills necessary. Registration for the 25-miler opens at 9 am and the ride leaves at 10 am.

15 MILE RIDE - A great ride for cyclists of all abilities, including families with children! Some urban safe-riding skills will be necessary. One rest stop with food and drink. The ride ends back at the starting point, where you'll roll into the Green Roots Festival! Registration for the 15-miler opens at 9 am, and the ride leaves at 10:30 am.

RIDE SUPPORT
This is our 22nd year running a Bike-A-Thon, so we know how to take care of you! At the starting field we'll have professional mechanics to do a check-up on your bike. Breakfast snacks and drink provided at the registration field before the ride. All riders receive maps of their routes, and turns are also marked on the pavement. Sweep riders will not pass anyone and carry basic tools, and following vehicles accompany the 15 & 25 mile rides. HAM radio operators provide backup communication support.

RIDER PREPARATION
* Please bring your bike in good working order.
* Helmets are required for all riders.
* Dress appropriately for the weather.
* We are offering a schedule of training rides if you'd like to test and improve your fitness beforehand.
* All riders are required to pre-register.
* All riders must fundraise a minimum amount before the ride.

PRIZES!
Riders receive prizes based on how much you raise, and we have a wonderful GRAND PRIZE this year for THE top fundraiser!. See Prize and Fundraising info.


GREEN ROOTS FESTIVAL! When you return from your ride, you'll be fed and celebrated at the Green Roots Festival, in the same field where the ride began. Enjoy the music, environmental information, and children's activities.

Email us at: jasmine@bikesnotbombs.org or call us at (617) 522-0222 if you have any questions.
Vendors with questions, please contact Kim kmilberg@comcast.net and Mark Pelletier at 857-498-2438 or maaak@spontaneouscelebrations.org for all other festival related questions.