Open Door Cycle Fest featuring The Fast and The Fiorini Road Ride & The Hills and The Hollers Gravel Grinder

  • Date Sat 15th June 2024 - Sun 30th June 2024
  • Time 9:00AM EDT
  • Location Wytheville, Virginia
  • Price Free - $85.00
  • Races 10 races
  • Distances Ultra, 5km

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the Open Door Cycle Fest, taking place from June 15 to June 30, 2024, in the picturesque town of Wytheville, Virginia! This vibrant cycling celebration features a range of events, including The Fast and The Fiorini Road Ride and The Hills and The Hollers Gravel Grinder, catering to all skill levels from seasoned riders to families looking for a fun day out. Participants can enjoy scenic routes that meander through the stunning landscapes of Wythe, Bland, and Tazewell counties, showcasing the beauty of Central Appalachia.

Join fellow cyclists in this uplifting event that not only promotes fitness and fun but also supports a noble cause – fighting homelessness through the Housing First initiative. With opportunities to ride various distances, including a metric century, you'll have a chance to experience the local flavors and culture, all while supporting a worthy mission. After your ride, celebrate with delicious food, refreshing drinks, and live music at Wytheville's Open Door CafΓ© during the annual Chautauqua Festival. Mark your calendars for this unique cycling festival that combines adventure, community spirit, and the chance to make a meaningful impact!

Organiser's Description

RIDE TO OPEN DOORS!

USA CYCLING PERMIT 8653

Open Door Cycle Fest is a one-day, two-wheel celebration that offers something for everyone - experienced metric century riders, mixed surface adventure riders, mid-distance recreational riders, novices, and families. Come visit Central Appalachia and experience Southwest Virginia's sights, sounds, local flavors, and artisans. Ride routes include scenic byways, backroads, and National Forest Service gravel and dirt roads in parts of Wythe, Bland, and Tazewell counties. Celebrate after the ride with food, drink, and music at Wytheville's Open Door Caf'e [http://www.opendoorcafe.org] and it's annual Chautauqua Festival [https://www.wythe-arts.org/chautauqua]. With multiple attractions, stores, and aid stations along the way, all happening during Wytheville's annual Chautauqua festival, friends and families have plenty of reasons to join cyclists for a day or weekend long trip.

The FAST and The FIORINI (formerly know as the Big Pencil to Big Walker Charity Ride and launched in 2004) is our traditional charity road ride to end homelessness and ensure housing affordability. Celebrating 20 years of cycling in 2024, we've added a new, companion gravel grinder event called The Hills and The Hollers. Together, the two group ride events make up the Open Door Cycle Fest. We also have a new leisure, social ride designed for families, bodies of faith, school groups, and business teams to fight homelessness in Southwest Virginia.

ITS A #HOUSINGFIRST CYCLING FESTIVAL TO END HOMELESSNESS!

With your support Open Door Community activates bicyclists of all interest and experience levels to fight homelessness. Join our #housingfirst cycling movement. Help your favorite rider reach their fundraising goal by pledging to give per-mile or donate a fixed amount. Gifts support Open Door's general charitable purpose and activities.

Your gifts help end homelessness in our community using the Housing First approach. According to the National Alliance to End Homelessness, Housing First is a homeless assistance approach that prioritizes providing permanent housing to people experiencing homelessness, thus ending their homelessness and serving as a platform from which they can pursue personal goals and improve their quality of life.

Raise funds from friends, family, neighbors, and coworkers for #housingfirst! Every local $1 raised helps leverage $4 more dollars in federal and state housing assistance funds.

To contribute, click on the DONATE button above and make your contribution towards a Fast and Fiorini rider! If you want to become a Ride A-thon ambassador yourself, click on BECOME A FUNDRAISER under the DONATE button.

* $10 Leverages 1 night of safe, emergency shelter
* $30 Leverages 3 nights of safe, emergency shelter (each race registration funds social impact at this level)
* $50 Equals 1 month of a utility bill for a newly housed client
* $135 Funds 1 month of supportive housing services to a rehoused client
* $500 Equals a security deposit or 1 months rent to move a household out of temporary housing
* $540 Funds 3 months of supportive housing service to a rehoused client
* $1,000 Leverages 111 nights of safe, emergency shelter

*GIVING LEVELS ARE PROVIDED FOR ILLUSTRATIVE PURPOSES ONLY. THEY ARE INTENDED TO HELP GUIDE DONOR DECISIONS, PROVIDING EXAMPLES OF GIVING IMPACT. GIVING AT A PARTICULAR LEVEL DOES NOT IMPLY A DONOR RESTRICTION. ALL PROCEEDS SUPPORT HOPE, INC.S GENERAL CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES UNLESS OTHERWISE RESTRICTED BY THE DONOR.

Races

  • Fast and Fiorini Metric Century

    Includes Basic Merchandise Package - Neck Gaiter, Bib, & Finisher Medal

    Sat 15th June 2024 (7:30AM EDT)

    $85.00

    CLOSED
    FOR EXPERIENCED RIDERS 16 AND UP - 3 CLIMBS, 62.1 Miles The ride begins at 7:30 am in downtown Wytheville, at the new Open Door Caf'e. View full route details at https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45342288. Parking is available at the Caf'e, next door at the HOPE Ministry Center, and across Main Street in a church parking lot. On-site registration open is available on Friday, June 16 from 10 am - 2 pm at Open Door Cafe. Day of, on-site registration is limited, from 6:30-7:30 am. We will serve refreshments immediately after the ride's conclusion. This is a recreational ride, not a race. Riders must follow all traffic laws, signals, and signs as roads are open to automobile traffic. Personal SAG vehicles are prohibited. Minors under 18 must be accompanied/escorted by an adult rider . *Unofficial, self-reported times posted, riders are encouraged to bring their own GPS Time Tracker
  • Fast and Fiorini Diamond Jubilee

    Includes Basic Merchandise Package - Neck Gaiter, Bib, & Finisher Medal

    Sat 15th June 2024 (7:30AM EDT)

    $85.00

    CLOSED
    FOR EXPERIENCED OR INTERMEDIATE RIDERS 16 AND UP - 2 CLIMBS, 42 MILES The ride begins at 7:30 am in downtown Wytheville, at the new Open Door Caf'e. View full route details at https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45599785. Parking is available at the Caf'e, next door at the HOPE Ministry Center, and across Main Street in a church parking lot. On-site registration open is available on Friday, June 16 from 10 am - 2 pm at Open Door Cafe. Day of, on-site registration is limited, from 6:30-7:30 am. We will serve refreshments immediately after the ride's conclusion. This is a recreational ride, not a race. Riders must follow all traffic laws, signals, and signs as roads are open to automobile traffic. Personal SAG vehicles are prohibited. Minors under 18 must be accompanied/escorted by an adult rider . *Unofficial, self-reported times posted, riders are encouraged to bring their own GPS Time Tracker
  • Fast and Fiorini Mid Century

    Includes Basic Merchandise Package - Neck Gaiter, Bib, & Finisher Medal

    Sat 15th June 2024 (7:30AM EDT)

    $85.00

    CLOSED
    FOR RIDERS OF ALL EXPERIENCE AND INTEREST LEVELS 16 AND UP - 1 CLIMB, 32 MILES The ride begins at 7:30 am in downtown Wytheville, at the new Open Door Caf'e. View full route details at https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45600023. Parking is available at the Caf'e, next door at the HOPE Ministry Center, and across Main Street in a church parking lot. On-site registration open is available on Friday, June 16 from 10 am - 2 pm at Open Door Cafe. Day of, on-site registration is limited, from 6:30-7:30 am. We will serve refreshments immediately after the ride's conclusion. This is a recreational ride, not a race. Riders must follow all traffic laws, signals, and signs as roads are open to automobile traffic. Personal SAG vehicles are prohibited. Minors under 18 must be accompanied/escorted by an adult rider . *Unofficial, self-reported times posted, riders are encouraged to bring their own GPS Time Tracker
  • Fast and Fiorini Shorty

    Includes Basic Merchandise Package - Neck Gaiter, Bib, & Finisher Medal

    Sat 15th June 2024 (7:30AM EDT)

    $85.00

    CLOSED
    FOR NOVICE RIDERS 16 AND UP - NO CLIMBS, 22 MILES The ride begins at 7:30 am in downtown Wytheville, at the new Open Door Caf'e. View full route details at https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45600062. Parking is available at the Caf'e, next door at the HOPE Ministry Center, and across Main Street in a church parking lot. On-site registration open is available on Friday, June 16 from 10 am - 2 pm at Open Door Cafe. Day of, on-site registration is limited, from 6:30-7:30 am. We will serve refreshments immediately after the ride's conclusion. This is a recreational ride, not a race. Riders must follow all traffic laws, signals, and signs as roads are open to automobile traffic. Personal SAG vehicles are prohibited. Minors under 18 must be accompanied/escorted by an adult rider . *Unofficial, self-reported times posted, riders are encouraged to bring their own GPS Time Tracker
  • The Hills and the Hollers Crazy Eighty

    Includes Basic Merchandise Package - Neck Gaiter, Bib, & Finisher Medal

    Sat 15th June 2024 (7:00AM EDT)

    $85.00

    CLOSED
    FOR GRAVEL ENTHUSIASTS 16 AND UP Grand depart begins at 7:00 am at Deer Trail Park & Campground. View the official route at: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46991714. This is a recreational ride, not a race. Riders must follow all traffic laws, signals, and signs as roads are open to automobile traffic. Personal SAG vehicles are prohibited. Minors under 18 must be accompanied/escorted by an adult rider. *Unofficial, self-reported times posted, riders are encouraged to bring their own GPS Time Tracker
  • The Hills and the Hollers Smokin' Sixty

    Includes Basic Merchandise Package - Neck Gaiter, Bib, & Finisher Medal

    Sat 15th June 2024 (7:00AM EDT)

    $85.00

    CLOSED
    FOR GRAVEL ENTHUSIASTS 16 AND UP Grand depart begins at 7:00 am at Deer Trail Park & Campground. View the official route at: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46901386. This is a recreational ride, not a race. Riders must follow all traffic laws, signals, and signs as roads are open to automobile traffic. Personal SAG vehicles are prohibited. Minors under 18 must be accompanied/escorted by an adult rider . *Unofficial, self-reported times posted, riders are encouraged to bring their own GPS Time Tracker
  • The Hills and the Hollers Dirty Thirty

    Includes Basic Merchandise Package - Neck Gaiter, Bib, & Finisher Medal

    Sat 15th June 2024 (7:00AM EDT)

    $85.00

    CLOSED
    FOR GRAVEL ENTHUSIASTS 16 AND UP Grand depart begins at 7:00 am at Deer Trail Park & Campground. View and download official route at: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46894189. This is a recreational ride, not a race. Riders must follow all traffic laws, signals, and signs as roads are open to automobile traffic. Personal SAG vehicles are prohibited. Minors under 18 must be accompanied/escorted by an adult rider . *Unofficial, self-reported times posted, riders are encouraged to bring their own GPS Time Tracker
  • Pledge Packages

    Includes Basic Merchandise Package - Neck Gaiter, Bib, & Finisher Medal

    Sat 15th June 2024 (7:00AM EDT)

    $25.00

    CLOSED
    REGISTER FOR ANY RIDE EVENT FOR ONLY $25 and commit to raising $150 by ride day. Riders who meet the minimum goal earn an Open Door Cycle Fest merchandise kit (includes neck gaiter, jersey, and a special gift). This is a recreational ride, not a race. Riders must follow all trail rules and etiquette. Minors under 18 must be accompanied/escorted by an adult rider . *Unofficial, self-reported times posted, riders are encouraged to bring their own GPS Time Tracker
  • Family/Team Leisure 5k Ride

    Sat 15th June 2024 (9:00AM EDT)

    Free

    CLOSED
    FOR FAMILIES OR GROUPS - ANY BIKE TRAIL AND LENGTH OF CHOICE Families, teams, and groups gather by 9:00 am at a designated bike trail of their choice such as the New River Trail. After completion, post pictures and tag us on social media, and join us for post event activities at Open Door Caf'e. This is a free family friendly event. In lieu of registration fees, teams agree to set a minimum $135 group goal to fund 1 month of supportive housing services. Teams that reach their minimum goal receive up to 2 free event t-shirts.
  • vRide

    Free

    CLOSED
    FOR ACTIVE SUPPORTERS WHO ARE OUT OF TOWN OR WANT TO PARTICIPATE VIRTUALLY Ride any distance and route of your choice from June 1 - 30th. Join our #housingfirst A-Thon. Compete as an individual or create a team to raise funds to end homelessness. Track your progress and share selfies on social media using #ridewythehope. This is a free virtual event. In lieu of registration fees, individuals agree to set a minimum $90 goal to fund 10 nights of safe shelter for individuals experiencing homelessness. Individuals that reach the minimum goal receive up a free event t-shirt.

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680 West Main Street, Wytheville, 24382, VA, United States

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