Trailnet's 2023 Ride the Rivers Presented by SSM Health is the most unique 100-mile ride in the Midwest. Challenge yourself on Trailnet's flagship ride while experiencing some of the area's most amazing landscapes.
The route is the experience. Starting in the early morning hours, your adventure will take you all over the region. You’ll ride river ferries, rolling hills, and urban trails past orchards, prairies, small towns, and large cityscapes. At your journey's end, arrive at a block party at The Streets of St. Charles, featuring food, drinks, and a well-earned rest. This supported ride gives you a unique chance to crush 100 miles!
Want to join in on the century fun with fewer miles? The 100km Metric Century comes in at 64 miles! You'll ride through many of the same landscapes as the 100-mile Century while enjoying the same benefits and support. The Metric Century isn't lacking in beauty or difficulty.
*Please note these are not the final routes. You will receive the most up-to-date route to download in the week prior to ride day.
2023 limited edition Ride the Rivers socks
Chip timing
Professional photos
Rest stops and SAG support
Ferry rides
Goody Bag
Post-event celebration including:
Live music by Dave King, a.k.a "Captain Happy Hour," and Noah Glen and These Dirty Chords
Urban Chestnut Beer, Fitz's Root Beer, and a delicious burrito from our friends at Mission Taco.
Post-ride chiropractic adjustments by Logan University
Bonus: Bragging rights!
Check-in begins at 5:30 a.m.
Ride start time: 7:00 a.m. for full century | 7:15 for metric century
Start location: The Streets of St. Charles | 1520 S 5th St, St Charles, MO 63303
Routes Lengths: 104 miles, 65 miles (route may change slightly due to construction at the time of marking)
Terrain: flat, rolling hills | mixed pavement
Save time on race day by picking up your packet and checking in early! We have three opportunities:
Wednesday, 9/27 Alpine Shop, Kirkwood. 4 PM - 7 PM
Thursday, 9/28 Armory St. Louis. 4 PM - 7 PM
Friday, 9/29 Mission Taco Joint, Streets of St. Charles 5 PM - 8 PM
A big shout-out to these businesses for granting us the space to provide this service!
2023 Ride the River Commemorative Jersey Pre-Order has ended, but you may still order yours directly through our friends at Podiumwear. Follow the link below to order and have it shipped directly to you. *Please note they will not arrive by September 30th
https://www.podiumwear.com/team-storefront/trailnet-rtr-jerseys-2023-storefront/
SSM Health, Streets of St. Charles, Logan University, Frisella Orthopedics, Urban Chestnut Brewing Co., Pickle Juice Co., Kaldi Coffee
There is still time to join us as a sponsor! Click here to learn more about sponsorship opportunities.
Don't wait to sign up! The best pricing is early in registration. The cost will increase the closer we get to Sept. 30th.
Trailnet members receive a $15 discount on registration.* Members must claim their account in the Trailnet Members Club on Run Sign Up to receive the discount. Instructions here. Peloton Society members can register for 50% off. Check your email for a coupon code, or email memebrship@trailnet.org for assistance. Please note that free ride membership vouchers are not valid for the Century.
Thank you. We look forward to seeing you on Sept. 30th!
*Thank you for being a Trailnet member! Trailnet is a non-profit charity, so we rely on your generosity to give back to our community. Your membership comes with free ride vouchers, which can be used for any regularly-priced Trailnet Classics ride. Ride the Rivers is our premium fundraising ride, priced to provide a higher quality ride experience than our other Classics AND to generate critical funding for our mission.
https://www.podiumwear.com/sports/cycling/size-charts/
Additional Ride information can be found at http://www.trailnet.org/rides.
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