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¡Pick Me Up at the Border!

Fri September 22 - Sat September 23 Fitchburg, WI 53719-8801 US Directions

Distances

80 Mile Ride

09/22 - 09/23 7:00PM CDT - 5:00AM CDT

40 Mile Ride

09/22 - 09/23 7:00PM CDT - 3:00AM CDT

25 Mile Ride

09/22 7:00PM CDT - 11:00PM CDT

Place

2995 Sub Zero Pkwy
Fitchburg, WI US 53719-8801

Description

COVID-19 note: ¡Pick Me Up! was held in 2020-2022 and is anticipated to go forward in accordance with any COVID-19 health orders in September 2023.

This is a long-distance, nighttime, gravel ride. Don't miss this unique experience!

There will be three ride options: 25 mile (Belleville), 40 mile (Monticello), and 80 mile (Illinois state line and back), all gravel/dirt trail bike ride beginning at nightfall, except for short detours around the closed Stewart Tunnel and the fire-damaged Round Grove Road bridge.

End times vary according to distance. Participants generally return to their motor vehicles at the start point or ride home.

This ride is on the Badger State Trail. Riders are responsible for their own state trail passes.

Meet before the ride to grab some snacks provided by Fitchburg Family Pharmacy before you hit the trail!

The ride starts at 7pm. We will ride as a group south to the crossing of County Highway M, after which riders may ride in small groups or alone at their own pace and distance.

Your on-line registration fee of $15 is a donation to Bike Fitchburg, Inc., a 501(c)(3) charity devoted to improving biking in Fitchburg, Wisconsin, and is deductible to full the extent of federal and state tax law. You will also sign a release and pay a registration service fee when you register. Additional donations and donations from non-riders support our work and are greatly appreciated!

Helmet and long-lasting headlight(s) are required. Spare lights, batteries, and/or power packs are recommended for the longer distances.

This ride is mostly unsupported, however there will be water and snack stops along the route at:

  • Belleville
  • Monticello
  • Monroe (bubbler/24 hr. bathrooms)
  • Illinois border

Thank you for supporting bicycle advocacy in Fitchburg!

Distance Options

80 miles: Ride to the Illinois border and back.

40 miles: Ride to Monticello and back

25 miles: Ride to Belleville and back.

Details

LIGHTS: Lights are required. We suggest a strong front light of at least 300 lumens and a working taillight.

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

NOT A RACE: This event is a non-competitive event, so please ride at a safe speed and enjoy the trail.

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