Gears and Beers Ride for Hospice
- Date Sun 12th October 2025
- Time 10:00AM EDT
- Location Summerfield, North Carolina
- Price $43.40 - $48.70
- Races 2 races
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable cycling experience at the Gears and Beers Ride for Hospice on Sunday, October 12th, 2025! Set in the picturesque Summerfield, Guilford, this event invites cyclists of all levels to enjoy a scenic ride through the charming countryside of the Triad. Participants can choose from three exciting distance options: 25, 35, and 54 miles, all fully supported with rolling mechanics and well-stocked aid stations to keep you energized along the way.
This year, the event introduces an exciting new feature—the chance to join Dale Jennings' "Best 35 Miles in NC" group ride, where cyclists can enjoy a guided experience at a steady pace of 17 mph. Dale, a local cycling enthusiast, promises camaraderie and fun as you tackle this beautiful route together. The traditional ride kicks off at 10:00 AM, with the group ride starting shortly after at 10:30 AM. Plus, 100% of the registration fee supports Greensboro's Authoracare Hospice. After the ride, participants can look forward to a lively post-ride celebration featuring music, lunch, refreshing drinks, and even a beer for those 21 and over, along with a commemorative event T-shirt.
This year, the event introduces an exciting new feature—the chance to join Dale Jennings' "Best 35 Miles in NC" group ride, where cyclists can enjoy a guided experience at a steady pace of 17 mph. Dale, a local cycling enthusiast, promises camaraderie and fun as you tackle this beautiful route together. The traditional ride kicks off at 10:00 AM, with the group ride starting shortly after at 10:30 AM. Plus, 100% of the registration fee supports Greensboro's Authoracare Hospice. After the ride, participants can look forward to a lively post-ride celebration featuring music, lunch, refreshing drinks, and even a beer for those 21 and over, along with a commemorative event T-shirt.
Organiser's Description
THE GEARS AND BEERS RIDE FOR HOSPICE is ideally situated in the heart of the Triad. This beautiful ride from The Village Beverage Company takes you on country roads where the pavement is nice and the hills are rolling. THE GEARS AND BEERS RIDE FOR HOSPICE has 25, 35 and 54-mile options. Each distance is fully supported with rolling mechanics and well stocked aid stations. All Traditional Rider distances will roll-out together at 10:00AM and 100% of the registration fee benefits _GREENSBORO'S __AUTHORACARE HOSPICE__. _All cyclists who register by the deadlines will receive the following: well-supported and well-stocked aid stations on the route and access to the post-ride celebration which includes music, lunch, water & soda, 1 beer (after the ride21 & over) and an event T-shirt. There will be a limited number of lunches and T-shirts available for purchase for riders who miss the order deadline or who sign-up on event day and for non-ridersfirst come, first serve.
NEW FOR 2025... This year's event will include an option to register for DALE'S "BEST 35 MILES IN NC" GROUP RIDE. Dale Jennings of Bicycle Toy and Hobby will be leading 40 cyclists in a 17 mph pace group on the 35 mile route. Dale loves this route so much that he is quoted as saying, _"IT IS THE GREATEST 35 MILES IN ALL OF NORTH CAROLINA TO CYCLE!"_ To share his love for this route, cycling comradery, and fun, he is putting together this group ride at our event. This will be a NO-DROP group and all riders will remain behind Dale. Riders will regroup at stop signs and all will stop for any mechanical issues. No need for cue sheets or computers. He says the only thing you will need is your bike, bottles, and nutrition. Start time for this pace group is 10:30 AM.
NEW FOR 2025... This year's event will include an option to register for DALE'S "BEST 35 MILES IN NC" GROUP RIDE. Dale Jennings of Bicycle Toy and Hobby will be leading 40 cyclists in a 17 mph pace group on the 35 mile route. Dale loves this route so much that he is quoted as saying, _"IT IS THE GREATEST 35 MILES IN ALL OF NORTH CAROLINA TO CYCLE!"_ To share his love for this route, cycling comradery, and fun, he is putting together this group ride at our event. This will be a NO-DROP group and all riders will remain behind Dale. Riders will regroup at stop signs and all will stop for any mechanical issues. No need for cue sheets or computers. He says the only thing you will need is your bike, bottles, and nutrition. Start time for this pace group is 10:30 AM.
Races
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Traditional Rider - Gears and Beers Ride for Hospice
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 12th October 2025 (10:00AM EDT)
$43.40
We will be back in Summerfield again in 2025 at The Village Beverage Company, with three route options of 25, 35 and 54-miles. All distances will roll-out together at 10:00 AM ("Dale's Ride" participants will depart at 10:30 AM) and the post-ride party will begin at 12:00PM. 100% of your registration fee benefits Greensboro's AuthoraCare Hospice services. Event details and schedule Web site: www.rideforhospicenc.com Contact email: [email protected] Date: Sunday, October 12, 2025 (The ride is rain or shine-no refunds & the organizers reserve the right to alter the routes or cancel the ride if dangerous weather conditions arise.) Start time: All Traditional Rider routes begin at 10:00 AM, "Dale's Ride" participants begin at 10:30AM Location: The Village Beverage Company, 1015 NC Highway 150 W, Summerfield, NC 27358 Registration Fee: $40 prior to 10/1) & $50 there after (100% of the registration fee goes to AuthoraCare Hospice of Greensboro). Day-of registration will run from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM at the ride site. Shirts are not guaranteed for anyone registering after 9/30/2024 and will only be available on a first come, first served basis. Route Options: 25-miles, 35-miles and 54-miles Age Minimum: Riders under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Event Site Rules: The Gears and Beers Ride for Hospice rules: This event is a supported ride, not a race Obey all traffic laws, stop signs, etc. All cyclists must wear a helmet All riders must sign a liability waiver on site Be courteous to drivers (we are guests in the community) Ride to the right and in single file as much as possible No ID, No beer No headphones while you ride HAVE FUN and please, no behavior you wouldn't want your mom to see or hear Ride Schedule: The Village Beverage Company,1015 NC Highway 150 W, Summerfield, NC 27358 Sunday, October 13, 2024 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM day-of registration & rider bib # pick-up 10:00 AM all Traditional Rider routes start 10:30 AM "Dale's 35-Mile Group Ride" begins 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM post-ride celebration 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM live music -
Dale's "BEST 35 Miles in All of NC" Group Ride
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 12th October 2025 (10:30AM EDT)
$48.70
New for 2025! Dale Jennings of Bicycle Toy and Hobby will be leading 40 cyclists in a 17 mph pace group on the 35 mile route. Dale loves this route so much that he is quoted as saying, "It is the greatest 35 miles in all of North Carolina to cycle!" This will be a NO-DROP group and all riders will remain behind Dale. Riders will regroup at stop signs and all will stop for any mechanical issues. No need for cue sheets or computers. He says the only thing you will need is your bike, bottles, and nutrition. The goal of this group ride is to provide a safe, encouraging experience for all participants. Dale is looking forward to a great ride full of fun and comradery. Start time for this pace group is 10:30 AM. Event details and schedule Web site: www.rideforhospicenc.com Contact email: [email protected] Date: Sunday, October 12, 2025 (The ride is rain or shine-no refunds & the organizers reserve the right to alter the routes or cancel the ride if dangerous weather conditions arise.) Start time: All Traditional Rider routes begin at 10:00 AM, "Dale's Ride" participants begin at 10:30AM Location: The Village Beverage Company, 1015 NC Highway 150 W, Summerfield, NC 27358 Registration Fee: $45 prior to 10/1) & $50.00 there after (100% of the registration fee goes to AuthoraCare Hospice of Greensboro). Day-of registration will run from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM at the ride site. Shirts are not guaranteed for anyone registering after 9/30/2024 and will only be available on a first come, first served basis. Dale's Ride will be the 35 Mile Route Only and riders must confirm that they know it is a 17mph, NO-DROP ride when registering. Age Minimum: Riders under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Event Site Rules: The Gears and Beers Ride for Hospice rules: This event is a supported ride, not a race Obey all traffic laws, stop signs, etc. All cyclists must wear a helmet All riders must sign a liability waiver on site Be courteous to drivers (we are guests in the community) Ride to the right and in single file as much as possible No ID, No beer No headphones while you ride HAVE FUN and please, no behavior you wouldn't want your mom to see or hear Ride Schedule: The Village Beverage Company,1015 NC Highway 150 W, Summerfield, NC 27358 Sunday, October 13, 2024 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM day-of registration & rider bib # pick-up 10:00 AM all Traditional Rider routes start 10:30 AM "Dale's 35-Mile Group Ride" begins 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM post-ride celebration 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM live music
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