Pick Me Up at the Border

press release: ¡Pick Me Up at the Border! 2022 will be held on Friday, September 23 at 6:30 pm (ride starts at 7 pm) to Saturday, September 24 at 5 am.

START LOCATION: Race Day Events, 2995 Sub-Zero Parkway, Fitchburg, WI 53719

FEE: This is the annual fund-raiser for Bike Fitchburg, Inc. Make a $15 or larger donation to Bike Fitchburg when you sign up online. Advanced registration is appreciated but you can register on site just before the ride if you go online with your smart phone and credit card number. Online registration is now available above. (You can register on site just before the ride if you go online with your smart phone and credit card number.)

WHO: 18 yrs. or older. Minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian

DISTANCE OPTIONS:

78.2 miles: Ride to the Illinois border AND Back.

63 miles: Ride to Monroe AND Back.

41 miles: Ride to Monticello AND back

22.4 miles: Ride to Belleville AND back.

Any COVID-19 procedures will be announced during the summer of 2022 and will depend on the then-current pandemic conditions.

LIGHTS: This is a night ride! Lights are required. We suggest a strong front light of at least 300 lumens and a working taillight. Bring additional lights or battery packs for the longer distances. Don't ride home in the dark!

DRESS: Please dress appropriately, it can get cool at night and it might even rain, so be prepared.

SAG SUPPORT: Will be made available through the generous donation of time and labor from our partners, Race Day Events

FOOD AND SNACKS: Will be provided by Fitchburg Family Pharmacy.

NOT A RACE: This event is a non-competitive event, so please ride at a safe speed and enjoy the trail. Riders will disperse after the start and ride at their own pace. Your finishing time will depend on the speed and distance you choose.