Sweet Ride | Bike • Run • Walk
- Date Sat 4th October 2025
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Willow Springs, Illinois
- Price $32.80 - $54.00
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, Ultra
Event summary
Join a vibrant community committed to improving diabetes care in the greater Chicago area, as all proceeds from the event go directly to this important cause. Don’t miss out on the post-race party, where you can celebrate your achievements with fellow participants! Register early to secure your Sweet Ride t-shirt and gear up for an unforgettable day of fitness, camaraderie, and community spirit. Mark your calendar and get ready for an adventure that makes a difference!
Organiser's Description
COURSE MAPS [https://ridewithgps.com/events/403395-sweet-ride-2025]
Join us for the post-race party after the event- details coming soon.
ON COURSE
* Except for passing, participants should always remain on the far side of the trail. Participants passing one another on the course must adhere to no drafting rules which include being no closer than 6 feet behind or in front of, or 6 feet beside other competitors at any time. Before passing, participants must be sure they can safely remain 6 feet behind and then 6 feet in front of the participant being overtaken before merging back to the side of the trail.
* HELMETS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL CYCLISTS THROUGHOUT THEIR ENTIRE RIDE.
* The 65k route has about 25k (15miles of crushed gravel trail). The 40k route is all paved.
* Water Jugs will available for all participants at the 40k turn around at Centennial Trail Schneider's Passage (approximately mile 12.5 and mile 30 for the 65k route). You must have your own water bottle to refill.
* Water will be available for 5k participants at the start and finish (you must have your own water bottle to fill)
REGISTRATION
* Online registration will close Wednesday, October 1st at 11:59 pm.
* Check in event morning will take place in the parking lot beginning at 8:15
T-SHIRTS
* Sweet Ride t-shirt sizing is guaranteed for all participants who register before 9/10. After 9/10, t-shirts will be first come first served and size will be based on availability. Shirt sizing is unisex.
Races
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Sweet Ride 5K Run/Walk (Not Chip-Timed Event)
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th October 2025 (10:00AM CDT)
$32.80
CLOSEDThe 5k run/walk will begin at 10:00 am. -
Sweet Ride 40K Bike
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th October 2025 (9:30AM CDT)
$54.00
CLOSEDThe 40 bike ride will begin at 9:30. All participants should be finished with the ride by 12:00pm. -
Sweet Ride 65K Bike
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th October 2025 (9:00AM CDT)
$54.00
CLOSEDThe 65k bike ride will begin at 9:00 am. All participants should be finished with the ride by 12:00pm.
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