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Grab your family and friends and bring ‘em all out to Arlington & Alexandria Community Bike Ride on Sunday, June 3, 2007. This non-competitive riding event will give you a fun, first-hand view of some of the best trails, bike routes and facilities Arlington & Alexandria have to offer!
With two routes to choose from, a bike safety rodeo for kids, full service rest stops, valet bike parking, prizes and music at the finish line, it’s sure to be a fun-filled day!
When: Sunday, June 3 (rain or shine)
Starting Location: South 28th Street in Shirlington map>>
Start Time:
- Registration/Check-in – 7:00 am
- Community Ride (23 miles) – 8:00 am
- Family Ride (7 miles) – 8:30 am
Register:
Early Registration (ends 5/31) register now!>>
- $15 per adult
- $30 per family
Day of Registration
- $20 per adult (cash only)
- $40 per family (cash only)
Children 13 and under are free!
Join the Washington Area Bicyclist Association by 5/31 and get your ride registration for free! (In person the day of the Ride $20, cash only)
All participants will receive a commemorative bike bell!
Don’t have a bike? No problem! Just reserve a bike rental from Bike the Sites at 202-842-BIKE. They’ll bring your bicycle and helmet rental to the ride start area! Mention this ride for a discount. Learn more>>
Get Ready for the Ride with a CONFIDENT CITY CYCLING CLASS!
Take a free class to learn how to ride safely when you’re cycling in an urban environment. Learn more>>
CHOOSE YOUR ROUTE:
FAMILY RIDE: (7-mile loop)
Less experienced riders and families will enjoy this ride along popular Community trails like the W&OD, Mt. Vernon and Four Mile Run. Don’t worry, these trails are flat!
COMMUNITY RIDE: (23-mile loop)
More experienced riders will love this route, with on-street bike lanes in several neighborhoods as well as scenic trails like the W&OD, Custis, Four Mile Run and Mount Vernon- into historic Old Town Alexandria.
Rest stops at Bluemont Park, Rosslyn, Crystal City and Alexandria will be stocked with water, refreshments and restrooms and will provide basic mechanical assistance.
MORE FUN AT THE FINISH
FREE BIKE VALET
After the Ride check your bike safely with us as you enjoy Shirlington’s wonderful variety of restaurants and specialty shops!
KIDS’ BICYCLE SAFETY RODEO
Children will love this fun set of courses designed to improve their bike-handling skills. The Rodeo will take place from 10 am to noon at the starting area. It’s free and open to all kids up to 12.
PRIZES
Lucky winners will be chosen at random after the Ride for additional bike and gear prizes to show our appreciation for your participation in the Community Bike Ride.
MUSIC
After you roll across the finish line, get ready to jam to live music!
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
To help make this event a success, please contact Henry Mesias at Henry@waba.org or by calling the WABA office at 202.518.0524.
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