Border Bike

Saturday, September 14, 2024 Past event

9:30 AM CDT

Riceville, Iowa

$12.00 · 2 races

Ultra

Event summary

Mark your calendars for the exciting Border Bike event happening on Saturday, September 14th, 2024, in the charming town of Riceville, Howard! This vibrant biking event offers a fantastic choice of routes for riders of all skill levels. Families can enjoy a leisurely round trip of either 22 miles to Bailey or 26 miles to the Iowa/Minnesota border, both entirely on the scenic Wapsi-Great Western Line (WGWL) Trail. For the more adventurous, the skilled route spans 56+ miles, taking participants through the beautiful WGWL Trail and the picturesque Shooting Star Trail.

This self-supported event ensures a fun and safe experience for all, with shuttles available between trails and SAG wagons ready to assist riders in need. With a registration fee of just $12, participants can also snag event shirts for $20 if they register before September 6th. Plus, local establishments will offer special deals to riders, making it a perfect day to explore the area. Proceeds from the Border Bike support the preservation of the WGWL Trail, providing a safe haven for biking, running, and hiking enthusiasts. Join the adventure and be part of this unforgettable day of cycling and community spirit!

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Sep 20, 2025

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Races

Border Bike (IA/MN) - Family Ride (22 or 26 miles)

The Border Bike's registration, start and end points occur at the WGWL Trailhead and Welcome Center, 110 East Main Street (Hwy #9). Registration is from 8:30-10 A.M. Ride is from 8:30-3 P.M. Family 22 mile riders may start anytime between 8:30-10 A.M. Family Routes Out-and-Back that starts at WGWL Trailhead to Bailey Station or IA/MN state line and returns.

9:30 AM CDT

$12.00

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Border Bike (IA/MN) - Skilled Ride (56 miles+)

The Border Bike's registration, start and end points occur at the WGWL Trailhead and Welcome Center, 110 East Main Street (Hwy #9). Registration is from 8:30-10 A.M. Ride is from 8:30 A.M.-3 P.M. Skilled 56 mile riders may start anytime between 8:30-10:00 A.M. Skilled Route An Iowa/Minnesota Route that starts and ends at WGWL Trailhead, goes to Minnesota and on the Shooting Star Trail then returns - a combination of WGWL Trail and Shooting Star Trail. A 4-mile shuttle takes riders between the two trails between 10:30 A.M.- 1:30 P.M.

9:30 AM CDT

$12.00

Entries closed

Organiser's description

A MULTIPLE BIKE ROUTE EVENT WITH A CHOICE OF:

- FAMILY ROUTE (22 MILES ROUND TRIP TO BAILEY OR 26 MILES ROUND TRIP TO THE IA/MN BORDER, ENTIRELY ON THE WGWL TRAIL, AN OUT-N-BACK)

- SKILLED ROUTE (56+ MILES, ON WGWL TRAIL AND SHOOTING STAR TRAIL)

Due to COVID-19 precautions: the highest level of safety precautions for the municipalities and districts the ride goes through should be followed.

FAMILY ROUTES 22 MILES

WGWL Northern Branch Option Out-and-Back that starts at WGWL Trailhead to Bailey Station or IA/MN state line and returns.

SKILLED ROUTE 56 MILES

An Iowa/Minnesota connected route that starts and ends at WGWL Trailhead, goes to Minnesota and on the Shooting Star Trail then returns - a combination of WGWL Trail and Shooting Star Trail, one shuttled sectioned ( . . . unless you wish to bike four miles of gravel).

$12 to ride*

$15 same day registration*

Event shirts for $20 are available to pre-registered riders who select during online registration prior to September 6th. No guaranteed availability to same day registrants for $25.

This is a self-supported event in regards to hydration. There is a shuttle between the two trails (Shooting Star and the Wapsi-Great Western Line) from 10:30 A.M. - 1:30 P.M. A SAG Wagon is available for riders who experience a bike breakdown or their health physical limit. Stand-alone toilets are available along the route at city parks and points-of-interest along the WGWL Trail. Listing of refreshment establishments (restaurants) and a map will be provided to pre-registered riders prior to the event and to same-day Border Bike registrants. Many establishments providing specials to officially banded Border Bike riders, like bottled water or food items.

Proceeds support the existence of the Wapsi-Great Western Line a linear park preserving the past for the future, giving active people a safe place to run, hike and bike.

*The WGWL Trail reserves the right to cancel the event due to situational status of the illness or other unforeseeable events. Riders take the responsibility for personal safety, including any infectious exposure. If canceled, online registrants will receive a full refund, minus the online service fee +$1 and taxes. Refunds are allowed until 5 P.M. the night prior to the event.

See all WGWL Trail events at WGWLTrail.com

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