Greetings Pedal for Prevention Riders!

September is National Suicide Prevention Month. We are excited to support the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. Please consider a donation in addition to your registration. Every dollar, every rider, every shared moment contributes to breaking the stigma and providing support. All donations are 100% tax-deductible and directly support AFSP’s research, education, advocacy and support programs

Included in your registration is a choice of 3 amazing gravel routes, 1 beer from Frost Beer Works, 1 Pair of event bike sox.

Below, you’ll find details and information to help you plan your day and know what to expect:

Schedule: 

8:00 – 8:45 – Registration

8:30 – 8:55 – AFSP Kick Off Remarks

8:55 – 9:10 – Gather for group photo and rider instructions

9:10 – 9:20 – Route departures:

9:10 – 45-mile roll-out

9:15 – 30-mile roll-out

9:20 – 20-mile roll-out

11:30 – 3:00 – Food Truck Southern Smoke, Frost Beer Works open (taproom @ 11:15)

1:30 – 1:45 – Thank you to Sponsors & Riders

2:00 – Announce Raffle Winners

Parking:

In order to leave the lot clear for a safe ride start and finish, please park next to or across the street from Frost Beer Works at either the Animal Hospital of Hinesburg or the National Bank of Middlebury. Please be mindful of leaving the entry to the drive-up ATM clear for bank patrons to access throughout the day. Please consider carpooling or biking to the event.

Places to Stay: Hotels nearby: All are both 12 – 15 minute drive to Frost Beer Works

• Sonesta ES Suites, Hurricane Lane Burlington, VT 
• Courtyard by Marriott, Hurrican Lane Burlington, VT 
• Fairfield Inn, George Road Williston VT

Registration Check-in: 

Check-in is from 8:00 – 8:45 am outside the Frost Beer Works taproom door.

Raffle Table:

One raffle ticket is given to each rider. Additional raffle tickets are available for purchase – Cash or Venmo

We will gather for a group photo at 8:55, followed by an inspiration by AFSP speaker. At this time, we will also review important ride and event information

Riders will leave in waves. Great Eastern Radio will announce and send off each wave starting at 9:10 for the 45-mile route, 9:15 for the 30-mile route, and 9:20 for the 19-mile route.

Safety is our first priority. Please obey the rules of the road, ride on the right side of the road, stop at lights/stop signs, and use hand signals when appropriate. Helmets are required, and a red taillight is strongly recommended. Always ride within your limits of control.

There are 2 aid stations along this route. One at the Frost Beer Works primarily for the 45mile riders at mile 15. The second aid station is in the Pavillion at Morse Park/Dog Park on Pond Road in Monkton, which will serve all riders. Earls Cyclery will be on route with the sag wagon to provide mechanical support pre ride and during the ride.

Please load route on your GPS. We will also have route signs and arrows to follow

Final Routes and Ride Details: 

20 Mile – 

AFSP 19 (rev. 14 JULY) | 19.0 mi Cycling Route on Strava 

AFSP-BX 19 (rev. 14 JULY) · Ride with GPS 

30 Mile  – 

AFSP-BX 30 (rev. 14 JULY) | 29.7 mi Cycling Route on Strava 

AFSP-BX 30 (rev. 14 JULY) · Ride with GPS 

45 Mile  – 

AFSP-BX 45 (rev. 14 JULY) | 44.8 mi Cycling Route on Strava 

AFSP-BX 45 (rev. 14 JULY) · Ride with GPS 

Post Ride Celebration:

“Finishing welcomes” will begin at 11:15. Riders arriving back at the brewery earlier may have to wait a few minutes for an official reception.

Music and announcing provided by Great Eastern Radio.

Southern Smoke BBQ food truck will be serving food for purchase from 11:30 – 2. Frost Beer Works taproom will open at 11:15. One beverage is included with each registration, and additional food and drink will be available for purchase. Water and seltzer will be available in the taproom, event space, and also outside in coolers.

There are two bathrooms, one up front by the taproom bar and one in the event space. One port-a-potty outside.

Merchandise and Fundraising: 

Frost Pedal for Prevention T-shirts & Frost Beer Works merchandise are available for purchase- Cash or Venmo