Loops include routes through and rest stops in Ada and Rawson
The ninth Annual Ride to Remember, a Bluffton Lions fundraising event for cyclists of all ages and abilities, is now taking registrations for the Saturday, July 15 event. (Register HERE.)
The in-person ride will take cyclists through the villages of Bluffton, Ada, Rawson and the surrounding countryside. Routes include four marked loops. Distances range from 11-124 miles.
The first 275 registered riders to check in will receive a cinch sack filled with items from local businesses and a lunch coupon. In 2022, the cinch sack value was close to $200. A commemorative T-shirt will be offered for purchase during registration.
LOOPS
The 11-mile Fun Loop is great for young families and new cyclists; portions use Bluffton’s bicycle paths.
The Rawson Loop, with a rest stop in Rawson, is 24 miles.
The 37-mile Ada Loop passes through the villages of Lafayette and Ada, with a rest stop on the Ohio Northern campus.
The full Main Loop is 63 miles with cut-offs provided at 23, 46 and 56 miles. Main Loop rest stops are at 16, 31 and 46 miles.
CONTINUES
STARTS
There will be two mass starts: a 7:00 a.m. mass start will be for riders doing the 100 mile ride. The 8:00 a.m. mass start is for other riders. Routes open at 6:30 a.m., with the last start at 9 a.m. In addition to the mass starts, riders can start when they are ready. Routes close at 4:00 p.m.
GETTING READY TO RIDE
Register online. Registration may be done with your smart phone on the day of the event, but you may experience a delay.
Please register in advance and get the lower price.
GPS maps available for routes.
Rest stop snacks. Rest stop snacks. Riders will receive water and snack cups.
Emergency rider pick-up. Support vehicles will be on the routes offering water and support. Riders requiring a pick-up will need to call for a ride.
For more information, visit www.ridetoremember.net
