Sweet Ride | Bike Run Walk
- Date Sat 5th October 2024
- Time 10:30AM EST
- Location Willow Springs, Illinois
- Price $32.80 - $54.00
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, Ultra
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fitness and community at the Sweet Ride | Bike Run Walk event on Saturday, October 5, 2024, in beautiful Willow Springs, Cook! This is your chance to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy a scenic experience along the Des Plaines River. Participants can choose from a thrilling 40k or 65k bike ride, or join the fun with a 5k run/walk that welcomes all ages and skill levels.
Join fellow enthusiasts as you pedal or stride for a great cause, with all proceeds dedicated to enhancing diabetes care and research in the greater Chicago area. After the race, celebrate your achievements at a lively post-race party starting at 11:00 AM at Imperial Oak Brewery. With a focus on health, camaraderie, and community spirit, the Sweet Ride event promises to be a memorable day filled with fun and purpose. Don’t miss out—register before October 3rd and be part of this fantastic event that brings people together for a healthier future!
Join fellow enthusiasts as you pedal or stride for a great cause, with all proceeds dedicated to enhancing diabetes care and research in the greater Chicago area. After the race, celebrate your achievements at a lively post-race party starting at 11:00 AM at Imperial Oak Brewery. With a focus on health, camaraderie, and community spirit, the Sweet Ride event promises to be a memorable day filled with fun and purpose. Don’t miss out—register before October 3rd and be part of this fantastic event that brings people together for a healthier future!
Organiser's Description
Get out of the city and join us for a bike ride or run along the Des Plaines river in Willow Springs. We have distances for everyone. Choose between a 40k or 65k bike ride or a 5k fun run/walk. Experience the camaraderie and community of people coming together for a cause to better diabetes care in the greater Chicago area. All proceeds will go directly to our mission to transform diabetes care and research in Chicago.
COURSE [https://ridewithgps.com/events/143861-sweet-ride] MAPS [https://ridewithgps.com/events/143861-sweet-ride]
Join us for the post-race party, 11:00 AM, at Imperial Oak Brewery, after the event.
* ***COVID guidelines and restrictions subject to change based upon current CDC and IDPH guidelines at the time of the event. All participants will be updated prior to the event as necessary.
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 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 Tuesday, October 3rd at 11:59 pm.
* Check in event morning will take place in the parking lot 7:30-8:30 (for cyclists) and 7:30-9:15 (for walkers/runners)
T-SHIRTS
* Sweet Ride t-shirt sizing is guaranteed for all participants who register before 8/15. After 8/15, t-shirts will be given to the first 100 participants but size will be based on availability. Shirt sizing is unisex.
DONATIONS
* Donations can be made directly to UIC foundation here [https://give.communityfunded.com/o/university-of-illinois-chicago/i/sweet-ride-2023].
COURSE [https://ridewithgps.com/events/143861-sweet-ride] MAPS [https://ridewithgps.com/events/143861-sweet-ride]
Join us for the post-race party, 11:00 AM, at Imperial Oak Brewery, after the event.
* ***COVID guidelines and restrictions subject to change based upon current CDC and IDPH guidelines at the time of the event. All participants will be updated prior to the event as necessary.
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 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 Tuesday, October 3rd at 11:59 pm.
* Check in event morning will take place in the parking lot 7:30-8:30 (for cyclists) and 7:30-9:15 (for walkers/runners)
T-SHIRTS
* Sweet Ride t-shirt sizing is guaranteed for all participants who register before 8/15. After 8/15, t-shirts will be given to the first 100 participants but size will be based on availability. Shirt sizing is unisex.
DONATIONS
* Donations can be made directly to UIC foundation here [https://give.communityfunded.com/o/university-of-illinois-chicago/i/sweet-ride-2023].
Races
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Sweet Ride 5K Run/Walk (Not Chip-Timed Event)
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 5th October 2024 (10:30AM EDT)
$32.80
CLOSEDThe 5k run/walk will begin at 9:00 am. -
Sweet Ride 40K Bike
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 5th October 2024 (9:30AM EDT)
$54.00
CLOSEDThe 40 and 65k bike rides will begin at 8:30. All participants should be finished with the ride by 12:30pm. -
Sweet Ride 65K Bike
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 5th October 2024 (9:30AM EDT)
$54.00
CLOSEDThe 40 and 65k bike rides will begin at 8:30 am. All participants should be finished with the ride by 12:30pm.
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