THE RIDE

MAIN EVENT
Sunday, May 26th

We are looking forward to welcoming cyclists and our community to our celebratory event.

The final event will be held at Brown's Bay on the 1000 Islands Parkway located at 1231-1241 Thousand Islands Pkwy, Mallorytown, ON K0E 1R0. Click here to see the location on Google Maps.

We are expecting a wonderful day and want to make the event the best and safest for all participants.

THE ROUTES

Ride the route of your choice on Sunday, May 26th, 2024.

Kicking off at Brown's Bay as an individual, family or with your team, complete any of our Ride the River routes, or ride any of your own favourite routes if you are riding before the event.

​Ride the River 2024 offers 2 ride options:

  • OPTION 1: Riders supporting Ride the River have the flexibility to ride at their convenience and location of choice before May 26th.
  • OPTION 2: On May 26th, riders can join others along the scenic 1000 Islands Parkway, with four distinct routes available:
    • 5 km:  Beginning at Brown's Bay, this route spans 2.5 km to mile marker 1180, then returns to Brown's Bay via the same trail.
    • 25 km: Starting at Brown's Bay, riders journey 12.5 km to the Lighthouse Store in Mallorytown before retracing their path to Brown's Bay.
    • 50 km: This route leads riders 25 km to the picturesque Smuggler's Glen Golf Course, followed by a return journey to Brown's Bay along the same trail.
    • 100 km: Embarking on a longer adventure, riders head west for 15 km to Escott Rockport Rd, then make a right turn for 4.5 km up Escott Rockport Rd. Afterward, they return to the parkway, turning right back onto the trail for another 18 km. Upon reaching the trail's end, riders reverse course, passing Brown's Bay and covering 4.3 km to the east end of the trail before returning to Brown's Bay.

 

SCHEDULE FOR THE DAY

  • 8:00 am: Registration Opens
    • Start your day by checking in and picking up your race materials at the registration desk.
  • 8:15 am: Safety Announcements for 100k Riders
    • Important safety briefing for all 100k riders. Please gather at the starting line.
  • 8:30 am: 100k Start Time
    • The 100k ride begins. Cheer on the riders as they embark on their journey!
  • 8:30 am: General Announcements
    • Important event information and updates. Please stay tuned.

MORE UPDATES TO COME!