Ride FAR - Going the Distance to Make a Difference
- Date Mon 1st June 2026 - Sat 19th September 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Brighton, Michigan
- Price Free - $11.60
- Races 3 races
- Distances Ultra
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Event summary
Join the excitement of the Ride FAR event, taking place from June 1 to September 19, 2026, in the scenic surroundings of Brighton, Livingston. This unique cycling event offers three fantastic ways to participate, ensuring everyone can contribute to a great cause while enjoying the thrill of riding.
Choose the Full Virtual Track and complete 75 kilometers at your own pace from anywhere in the world, or opt for the Partial Ride, where you’ll tackle approximately 37 kilometers solo before joining other riders for the final 23 miles on celebration day. For those seeking the ultimate experience, the Full Ride invites you to ride 75 kilometers together with fellow "FUND-RIDERS" on September 19, culminating in a vibrant finish line celebration at the Bluebird Shelter in Island Lake State Recreation Area. Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or just starting, this event is a wonderful opportunity to connect with the cycling community, enjoy the great outdoors, and make a meaningful impact. Don’t miss out on this chance to ride for a cause!
Choose the Full Virtual Track and complete 75 kilometers at your own pace from anywhere in the world, or opt for the Partial Ride, where you’ll tackle approximately 37 kilometers solo before joining other riders for the final 23 miles on celebration day. For those seeking the ultimate experience, the Full Ride invites you to ride 75 kilometers together with fellow "FUND-RIDERS" on September 19, culminating in a vibrant finish line celebration at the Bluebird Shelter in Island Lake State Recreation Area. Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or just starting, this event is a wonderful opportunity to connect with the cycling community, enjoy the great outdoors, and make a meaningful impact. Don’t miss out on this chance to ride for a cause!
Organiser's Description
THREE WAYS TO RIDE. ONE CELEBRATION.
FULL VIRTUAL (TRACK 1) Complete all 75 kilometers on your own your roads, your pace, your schedule. Ride solo over the weeks leading up to event day and fundraise along the way. Perfect for riders anywhere in the world who want to be part of the FAR community from wherever you are.
PARTIAL RIDE (TRACK 2) Ride ~37 kilometers (~23.3 miles) on your own and join us on celebration day for the final 23 miles of your ride. You will start 10:30am and enjoy lunch (if you choice) and a group photo with all the "FUND-RIDERS". Every pedal counts!
FULL RIDE (TRACK 3) Ride Join us in person on celebration day and ride all 75 kilometers together. The full experience community, fresh air, and a finish line you'll share with every other "FUND-RIDER" who showed up for FAR.
LOCATION: ISLAND LAKE STATE RECREATION AREA, A MICHIGAN STATE PARK
* No cost to enter if you have a recreation passport on your license plate
* $17 per car at the entrance
* No cost potential: Check out the Michigan Activity Pass (MAP) program through your local public library
LOCATION INSIDE PARK: Bluebird Shelter (ample parking with restrooms)
CELEBRATION DAY SCHEDULE - SEPTEMBER 19, 2026.
* 9:00 AM arrival for the full ride
* 10:30 AM aririval for partial ride
* 1:30 PM Finisher Group Photo and Lunch (if selected)
* 3:00 PM Depart
CELEBRATION DAY RIDE DETAILS - SEPTEMBER 19, 2026
* Start and Finish Point for both rides: _BLUEBIRD SHELTER_ at Island State Park
* FULL RIDE ROUTE:
* BlueBird Shelter -> Kensington Connector Trail -> Huron Valley Trail -> Michigan Airline Trail -> West Bloomfield Trail -> Beaudette Park the turn around point.
* Create a free Koomot account here: https://www.komoot.com
* Click to view route in Koomot -> 46 Mile Route [https://www.komoot.com/tour/3012928026/embed?share_token=agLu5Oaq496nsgbXXcUBXrCctDGaAu4QjtxWaKLrGHz9PCtNed&layout=classic&profile=1]
* PARTIAL RIDE ROUTE:
* BlueBird Shelter -> Kensington Connector Trail -> Huron Valley Trail -> Michigan Airline Trail -> Maple Road is the turn around point.
* Create a free Koomot account here: https://www.komoot.com
* Click to view route in Koomot -> 23 Mile Route [https://www.komoot.com/tour/3012916086/zoom?share_token=a4mIl8TNfnec5gWrRBO6bsPR1ZFECrr160oQ3oE2FiKgEeggSz]
* Route print outs will also be available at the start.
FULL VIRTUAL (TRACK 1) Complete all 75 kilometers on your own your roads, your pace, your schedule. Ride solo over the weeks leading up to event day and fundraise along the way. Perfect for riders anywhere in the world who want to be part of the FAR community from wherever you are.
PARTIAL RIDE (TRACK 2) Ride ~37 kilometers (~23.3 miles) on your own and join us on celebration day for the final 23 miles of your ride. You will start 10:30am and enjoy lunch (if you choice) and a group photo with all the "FUND-RIDERS". Every pedal counts!
FULL RIDE (TRACK 3) Ride Join us in person on celebration day and ride all 75 kilometers together. The full experience community, fresh air, and a finish line you'll share with every other "FUND-RIDER" who showed up for FAR.
LOCATION: ISLAND LAKE STATE RECREATION AREA, A MICHIGAN STATE PARK
* No cost to enter if you have a recreation passport on your license plate
* $17 per car at the entrance
* No cost potential: Check out the Michigan Activity Pass (MAP) program through your local public library
LOCATION INSIDE PARK: Bluebird Shelter (ample parking with restrooms)
CELEBRATION DAY SCHEDULE - SEPTEMBER 19, 2026.
* 9:00 AM arrival for the full ride
* 10:30 AM aririval for partial ride
* 1:30 PM Finisher Group Photo and Lunch (if selected)
* 3:00 PM Depart
CELEBRATION DAY RIDE DETAILS - SEPTEMBER 19, 2026
* Start and Finish Point for both rides: _BLUEBIRD SHELTER_ at Island State Park
* FULL RIDE ROUTE:
* BlueBird Shelter -> Kensington Connector Trail -> Huron Valley Trail -> Michigan Airline Trail -> West Bloomfield Trail -> Beaudette Park the turn around point.
* Create a free Koomot account here: https://www.komoot.com
* Click to view route in Koomot -> 46 Mile Route [https://www.komoot.com/tour/3012928026/embed?share_token=agLu5Oaq496nsgbXXcUBXrCctDGaAu4QjtxWaKLrGHz9PCtNed&layout=classic&profile=1]
* PARTIAL RIDE ROUTE:
* BlueBird Shelter -> Kensington Connector Trail -> Huron Valley Trail -> Michigan Airline Trail -> Maple Road is the turn around point.
* Create a free Koomot account here: https://www.komoot.com
* Click to view route in Koomot -> 23 Mile Route [https://www.komoot.com/tour/3012916086/zoom?share_token=a4mIl8TNfnec5gWrRBO6bsPR1ZFECrr160oQ3oE2FiKgEeggSz]
* Route print outs will also be available at the start.
Races
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Full Virtual
Incl. Invitation for Two - FAR Friends Our Signature Event
Free
Set a personal goal to raise at least $200. Complete all 75km (46.6 miles) on your own. -
Partial Day Ride
Incl. $1.60 Fee & Invitation for Two - FAR Friends Our Signature Event
Sat 19th September 2026 (10:30AM EDT)
$11.60
Set a personal goal to raise at least $200. Ride your first 37 km (23 miles) on your own and join us on Celebration Day (Sept 19, 2026) to finish the last 37km (~23 miles) on Celebration Day with a group photo and lunch (if you choose) around 1:30pm. -
Full Day Ride
Incl. $1.60 Fee & Invitation for Two - FAR Friends Our Signature Event
Sat 19th September 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$11.60
Set a personal goal to raise at least $200. Join us on Celebration Day (Sept 19, 2026) to ride all 75 km (46.6 miles) and finish with a group photo and lunch (if you choose) around 1:30pm.
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