- Overview
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- Safety
- FAQs
Times have changed for Ride 2010
(2 Start Times for 25
Miles):
• 25 Miles (11:30 am/Limit 350 Riders)
• 25 Miles (10:00 am/Limit 350 Riders)
• 50 miles (8:30 am)
• 100 miles (7:00 am)
What You Will Need To Bring:
• Helmet
• Road worthy bike
• Change of clothes for when you finish
the Ride
• Your totaled pledge sheet
• Your collected pledges
Parking:
• Riders will be directed to park in various lots in area surrounding Ride Headquarters
(10 Lincoln Road, Foxboro.)
Absolutely No Parking is allowed:
• Immediately behind the warehouse (Gold's Gym).
• Along the access road behind the warehouse.
• Along Lincoln Road.
Rider Check-In:
• Total your pledges and the money you are turning in on your pledge sheet.
• Make a copy of your pledge sheet to keep. You may still have outstanding pledges to collect,
or you may want to write thank you notes.
When you check in (BY LAST NAME):
• You will turn in your pledge sheet and the money that you have collected. (You should total
the amount you are turning in only. Do NOT include your pledges.)
• You will be asked to sign a waiver.
• We will provide you with your rider number.
When you finish:
• Remember to check in at the finish line in order to receive your Ride for Kids 'goody bag'
which will include your Ride for Kids t-shirt and other fun giveaways!
• Take a refreshing shower at Gold's Gym, and enjoy a delicious barbecue and a fantastic raffle
offering lots of great prizes!
All routes begin and end at 10 Lincoln Road off Route One in Foxboro.
Download Route Directions:
100 Mile Route:
PDF*
50 Mile Route:
PDF*
25 Mile Route:
PDF*
*Adobe Acrobat Reader is free software that lets you view and print Adobe Portable Document Format (PDF) files. Click here to download from the Adobe website.
The Ride starts and ends at the Ride for Kids headquarters located at 10 Lincoln Road in Foxboro, just 1 mile South of Gillette Stadium and 3 miles north of the Route 495 Interchange.
DIRECTIONS FROM METROPOLITAN BOSTON:
- Take Route 128 South (or Route 93 South to Route 128 South)
- Take Route 95 South to Exit 9 (Route 1 South)
- Follow Route 1 South for approximately 3 miles. You will pass Gillette Stadium on your left.
- Approximately 1 mile after these landmarks, take a right onto Lincoln Road. (You will see a Gold's Gym and Ford sign at the corner of Lincoln Road).
- You will be directed to park.
FROM POINTS NORTH and SOUTH:
- Take Route 495 to exit 14A, Route 1 North.
- Follow Route 1 North for approximately 3 miles.
- You will pass the State Police Barracks and Dunkin Donuts on the right. You will then come to a traffic light.
- Just after the traffic light, you will see a sign on your left for Gold's Gym or Ford - take a left on to Lincoln Road.
- You will be directed to park.
Keeping You Safe At The Ride
Since the very first Ride for Kids, the Ride has worked diligently to be the safest of biking events. As a result, it has maintained an excellent safety record. The Ride is a day that is enjoyed by riders and volunteers alike. On the day of the Ride, safety is the number one priority. Bike technicians, medical staff, water stop personnel, police officers, and road crew all work diligently to be certain that you have a safe enjoyable event as you ride on behalf of the kids that benefit from your hard work.
As we continue this wonderful event, your safety remains our priority. To provide the safest environment, all participants need to keep the following safety rules:
Rules
1. Helmets - It is required that every rider have a helmet and wear it for the entire route that
the rider rides.
2. Children - In the past, children have participated in this event with their parents. We are
delighted by their presence and participation the day of the Ride. But, as the Ride grows to
over 1200 riders, it is necessary to enforce the following:
• Children must be at least 12 years of age to ride alone in this event.
• For safety reasons, children under 12 years of age are NOT permitted to participate
in the ride in any way.
• Due to the great number of riders, bike strollers will NOT be allowed at the event.
(Strollers are attached to bikes and children sit in them but do not peddle.)
• Guardians must sign a permission form on the day of the ride for any riders
between 12 and 18 years of age.
3. Bikes - We are most fortunate to have many volunteer mechanics support our riders the entire
day. It is important to remember that it is the rider's responsibility to bring a bike that is
in good working order. There will not be time for the mechanics to do anything other than
routine adjustments to bikes on the day of the Ride. We will continue to do our best to assist
with all mechanical issues that may occur while you are out on the route.
4. Music - The use of personal music devices while riding in the Ride for Kids is not permitted,
since it can prevent awareness of approaching traffic.
Tips
1. Be Predictable - Don't make sudden turns or stop suddenly.
2. Use Signals - Notify riders of changes with hand and verbal signals.
3. Pass On The Left - Slower riders should stay to the right. Announce "on your left" before
overtaking other riders.
4. Announce Approaching Traffic - Call out "car back" or "car ahead" to announce approaching
traffic.
5. Dress Appropriately - Know what weather is expected and dress accordingly. Wearing layers
of clothing is a good idea.
6. Ride In Single File - Please be aware that traffic is not stopped for the Ride.
7. Watch For Railroad Tracks - Riders will be asked to dismount at particularly treacherous
railroad crossings.
8. Water - Remember to drink plenty.
Please understand that these rules are for everyone's safety, especially the youngest riders. It is imperative that we ask for your cooperation. We hope that you will comply with these rules as our volunteers on the day of the Ride will be enforcing them. Please embrace the commitment to safety for the Ride for Kids, and we look forward to seeing you on Saturday, September 25, 2010 for another great day!
Q: Do I have to be an experienced rider to participate?
A: No. Anyone who knows how to ride a bike can do it! The Ride for Kids is not a race. It is a fun bike tour which loops through flat, scenic back roads of Southeastern Massachusetts. Bike mechanics, courtesy vans en route, medical and emergency services, and fully equipped Water Stops make this event an excellent choice for both the novice and experienced rider. We recommend some level of physical preparation or training as well as ensuring your bicycle is in working condition & road worthy.
Q: How old do I have to be to participate?
A: Riders must be 12 years of age or older. Riders between 12 & 18 must be accompanied by an adult, and a waiver must be signed.
Q: How long is the Ride?
A: You can register to ride 25, 50 or 100 miles. Choose the distance that best suits you. And you don't need to worry about racing back - the barbecue doesn't end until after the last rider finishes!
Q: Do I have to ride to get involved?
A: No. We need over 500 volunteers to make sure everything runs smoothly. You can volunteer to help the day of the Ride. You can donate your company's products or services. You can sponsor a rider or team. Or make a general donation to the Ride for Kids. Please contact Ride headquarters in advance to participate.
Q: Where is the Ride?
A:The Ride begins and ends at 10 Lincoln Road (across from Gold's Gym) off of Route One in Foxboro.? Riders have the use of the gym on the day of the Ride. (See map).
Q: How much money must I raise to participate?
A: Each rider, whether riding independently or as part of a team, is required to raise $1,000. Your fundraising helps the Ride for Kids reach new goals and impact more children each year. Ask friends, neighbors, and coworkers to sponsor your ride. The more people you ask, the more money you will raise for at-risk children in Massachusetts.
Q: What if there is a problem or emergency?
A: Fully equipped Water Stops and trained medical assistants ensure the safety of each and every rider. Mechanics and road crew travel the routes in marked vans throughout the day to respond to flat tires and other mechanical problems.
Q: What time does the Ride start?
A: The start time depends on the distance you choose to ride. The 25-mile ride starts at 10:30 a.m., the 50-mile ride starts at 9 a.m., and the 100-mile ride starts at 7 a.m. Riders depart in waves, beginning at their start times.
Q: Is the Ride for Kids a peanut-free event?
A: No. Due to the nature of the event and the food items we serve, which are all generously donated, we can not convert the Ride for Kids to a peanut free event. If you have a peanut allergy, please plan accordingly, and contact the Ride for Kids office with any questions.
