The cycling event will have an option of two different marked 25-mile loops (think figure 8), first in one direction and then in reverse to complete 100 miles. There will be one refreshment stop.  This option is subject to change depending on the COVID-19 situation.


 25-mile cycling loops:

We realize that riding longer distances requires refreshment support; therefore, on August 1, we will be offering: 
  • Start Times - Participants may start anywhere along the course or at noted parking lots to ensure social distancing and minimize congregating.  
  • Route - Cyclists may choose to ride either 25-mile loop 1 to 4 times to complete 25, 50, 75 or 100 miles.  Each 25-mile loop can be ridden in forward and reverse directions. 
  • Rest Stop - Two 25-mile loop options (think figure 8), with one common rest stop.  
  • Refreshments - Bottled beverages and manufacturer wrapped nutritional items will be available at the rest stop.  
Route links to RidewithGPS
available on July 18


This event has been modified due to COVID-19 concerns in order to promote social distancing and increase the safety for participants and volunteers.  To spread participants out, ride your bike or drive to the Orange/Yellow (two climbs and rolling terrain) or Pink/White (rolling terrain) routes and start anywhere along the course.  Each loop is 25-miles long and then returns to a common rest stop (it is like a figure 8, with the rest stop at the intersection of the circles).
**2021 routes will be updated after January 1 and are subject to change based on road conditions. The 2021 routes for the spring prelude will be similar to the 2020 options**


FOUR ROUTE OPTIONSMultiple 25 mile looped routes are available for 25, 50, 75 or 100 mile distances with one common rest stop at the intersection of all routes.













     A 10 mile turn around route is also marked
If you are driving to the routes, park in one of the designated parking lots listed below along the routes (permission has been obtained to use these parking areas).  There is no parking at the rest stop on East Patrick Rd., Palmyra, PA.  Restrooms are available at the rest stop and spread out along the routes (marked with blue signage, painted on the roads and arrows pointing to them).

Parking Options

Parking & Restrooms Along the Orange/Yellow Courses:
Parking & Restrooms Along the Pink/White Courses:         PA 17078 * Restroom/Portable Unit
        * Restroom/Portable Units available behind firehouse
  • When leaving your selected parking area, follow the particular color marking of the route you have chosen (all parking lots have markings showing the direction in which to proceed, marked on the road as you leave the lot).

  • If you are having mechanical issues with your bike before you participate or can get there during the event, please proceed to Leed’s Cyclery (2703 Horseshoe Pike, Palmyra, PA 17078 717-383-8661) on the Yellow/Orange route.  They will be open 7 am to 4 pm to help.  If stopping at the bike shop before the event and after your bike is running correctly, park your car at the nearest parking lot, which is (ON course) Community Bible Church, 1849 S Forge Rd, Palmyra, PA 17078 OR (off course) Salem United Church of Christ, 2761 Horseshoe Pike, Campbelltown, PA 17010  (first 4 spots reserved- do not park) and then proceed with either the Orange or Yellow route.

  • Limited SAG support is available on the day

  • Ride your selected route following the markings on the road, downloadable cue sheets or using your GPS device to the rest stop (open 7 am to 4 pm).  Please follow the social distancing and mask requirements at the rest stop (there is no parking at the rest stop).  Please bring proof of registration to the rest stop.  Please note that the rest stop is stocked with drinks in sealed bottles and full-sized wrapped products from Hershey Chocolate Factory and M&M Mars.  These are not sample sizes and there is a lot of product in each wrapped package (please plan accordingly, i.e bring a bag).

  • When continuing on from the rest stop, please decide how far you are planning to ride.  Only continue with the color route on which you started when returning to your car (if you drove in and parked at one of the designated parking areas). If planning on doing 50-, 75- or 100-mile routes, follow one of the other 25-mile routes each time you return to the rest stop, until you are done, then follow the route color on which you started to get back to the parking lot where your car is located.

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