Ride With Us!
... at night!
¡Pick Me Up at the Border!
¡Pick Me Up at the Border! 2024 will be held on Friday, September 20 at 6:30 pm (ride starts at 7 pm) to Saturday, September 21 at 5 am.
START LOCATION:
Along the Badger State Trail in 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.
WHO: 18 yrs. or older. Minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian
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.
(Please choose a distance option within your capabilities; change your mind at any time!
LIGHTS: This is a night ride! Lights are required. We suggest a strong front light of at least 300 lumens and a working tailight. 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: Please know your capabilities and pick your distance according to your level of fitness. SAG support for those with who can't proceed due to medical or mechanical problems is pending.
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.
This is Bike Fitchburg's signature event and primary fundraiser. You can follow the event here on our website or on our Facebook Page for updates and more information. If you have any questions please email the ride Chairperson, Thad Schumacher at schumacher.thad@gmail.com.
Download a Poster!
Download a poster to hang on your refrigerator and all around town or email it to your friends! Spread the word! click here.
Our Sponsor:
DRESS: Please dress appropriately, it can get cool at night and it might even rain, so be prepared.
SAG SUPPORT: Please know your capabilities and pick your distance according to your level of fitness. SAG support for those with who can't proceed due to medical or mechanical problems is pending.
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.
This is Bike Fitchburg's signature event and primary fundraiser. You can follow the event here on our website or on our Facebook Page for updates and more information. If you have any questions please email the ride Chairperson, Thad Schumacher at schumacher.thad@gmail.com.
Download a Poster!
Download a poster to hang on your refrigerator and all around town or email it to your friends! Spread the word! click here.
Our Sponsor: