Ride Details

Pre-Ride Planning

Packets

We are planning to host a packet pick-up and welcome receptions the week of the event. Details will be posted here when finalized.

Can’t make packet pick-up? We offer a packet by mail option. To receive the packet, including the jersey, before ride day, participants must opt-in to the packet by mail option by September 3, 2025.

Day of ride packet pick-up:
Ride day packet pick-up is available. You may pick up your packet at your starting-line.

Ride day gear:

  • Bike to the Beach Cycling Jersey
  • Bike Number with helmet and bag numbers

Paperwork:

  • Safety requirements/adjustment overview
  • Ride schedule and finish line alternative locations
  • Total Cue Sheet
  • Starting-line details

Not included in the packet this year:

  • Emergency bracelet: these will be given out in at the start line in the pre-screening process

Bike Rentals

We have partnered with Unlimited Biking for bike rental for our event. When booking a bike with Unlimited Biking your bike will be ready for pickup the day before the ride and Unlimited Biking will pick up the bike from you at the finish line. No need to haul your rental from the ride! Book directly on their website.

Bike rentals discounts have been coordinated by Bike to the Beach, and include a two day rental and post ride pick-up at the finish-line. 

  • The bikes provided are road bikes with water bottle cages.
  • Renters are expected to provide THEIR OWN LIGHTS for the bike.
  • Rental bikes collected at the Finish Line will be returned by Bike to the Beach at no additional cost.
  • Renters wishing to use bike shoes that clip in must provide their own pedals that can be installed by mechanics prior to the day of the event. Pedal changes will not be made at the event.
Rent A Bike

Packing and Gearing up

There are important items to have when you bike to the beach. Some things are good for you to pack for the beach, some are important for your bike, and others items will keep you happy when you ride.
PACKING LIST
ONLINE STORE GEAR

Training

We have partnered with Unlimited Biking for bike rental for our event. When booking a bike with Unlimited Biking your bike will be ready for pickup the day before the ride and Unlimited Biking will pick up the bike from you at the finish line. No need to haul your rental from the ride! Book directly on their website: Unlimited Biking Bike Rental Information

Event Day PLANNING

Ways to Ride

Bike to the Beach offers four (4) methods to ride:

  • Solo (on a bike by yourself),
  • Tandem (on a bike with another person),
  • Relay (switching at the halfway point), or
  • Virtually (ride your distance anytime in a 7-day period).

In a relay, one rider will bike the first leg. At the half-way meeting point, the second rider will bike the remaining portion of the ride. Only one exchange is allowed, and participants must provide their own chase vehicles.

Our virtual challenge starts the week before our event and is comprised of seven (7) daily, trackable challenges designed to be fun, engaging, and supportive of our cause. Each challenge participant will receive points for the actions taken. If the participant reaches 1,000 points, rides their goal distance (tracked by STRAVA) and raises $250, they will earn our custom Bike to the Beach jersey and finisher shirt.

START-LINE LOCATIONS

100-Mile Start Location:

  • Boston University, Nickerson Field Harry Agganis Way & Commonwealth Ave Boston, MA 0221  View Map
    • Start-time: 5:00 AM
    • Parking: On-site

60-Mile Start Location:

  • Rivers Edge Parking Area 195 Davison Avenue Woonsocket, RI 02895  View Map
    • Start-time: 10:00 AM
    • Parking: On-site

30-Mile Start Location:

  • Roger Williams University 1 Old Ferry Road, Bristol, RI 02809 View Map
    • Start-time: 10:00 AM
    • Parking: On-site

Bag Transportation

Bike to the Beach will transport your luggage/suitcase for the day (one backpack or duffel bag for each of our riders). We will have a drop-off location at the starting-line and a pick-up location at the finish line.
Luggage must have provided rider number tag attached to bag.
  • Luggage cannot exceed 20 lbs.
  • Do not attach items to the outside of your luggage
  • Each participant is limited to 1 piece of luggage

Route Information

Bike to the Beach is not an ordinary bike ride; it’s a destination experience designed to immerse you in the beauty and diversity of the region. While our route isn’t a closed course, rest assured that we’ve meticulously selected bike-safe roads to ensure your safety throughout the entire journey.

Our commitment to your well-being extends to providing police or volunteer support in challenging areas. Fear not, for bike mechanics and chase cars accompany you every mile of the way, ready to offer additional support should you need it. But that’s not all – we’ve strategically placed rest stops approximately every 15 miles, stocked with refreshing beverages, hydration stations, and essential medical aids.

It’s not just a ride; it’s a celebration of camaraderie, exploration, and the sheer joy of pedaling toward the beach on a route designed for safety, adventure, and pure excitement. Join us, and let the thrill of the route ignite your passion for the ride!

Segments The 100-Mile Ride consists of approximately six (6) legs. Rest stops are stationed along the ride, approximately 15-20 miles apart (exact rest stop locations may change prior to the event):

  • Rest Stop #1: Walpole, MA: North Walpole Fish & Game, 40 Brook St., Walpole, MA 02081

  • Rest Stop #2: Franklin, MA: Fletchers Field, 90 Wachusetts St., Franklin, MA 02038

  • Rest Stop #3: Woonsocket, RI: Blackstone River Bike Path, 40 Davison Ave., Woonsocket, RI 02895

  • Rest Stop #4: East Providence, RI: Veterans Memorial Park, 66 Veterans Memorial Parkway, East Providence, RI 02914

  • Rest Stop #5: Bristol, RI: Roger Williams University, Old Ferry Rd., Bristol RI 02809

  • Rest Stop #6: Middletown, RI: Antonio’s Pizza by the Slice, 150 JT Connell Hwy, Newport, RI 02840

Get the Route for Ride Day

100-Mile Starting Line

Boston University, Nickerson Field – Harry Agganis Way & Commonwealth Ave Boston, MA 0221  View Map

60-Mile Starting Line

Rivers Edge Parking Area 195 –  Davison Avenue Woonsocket, RI 02895  View Map

30-Mile Starting Line

Roger Williams University –  1 Old Ferry Road, Bristol, RI 02809 View Map

Finish Line

Second Beach – 15 Sachuest Point Rd, Middletown, RI 02842
View Map

Rest Stop Locations

[REST STOP 1]
The Woman’s Club of Coconut Grove, 2985 S Bayshore Dr, Coconut Grove, FL 33133
(Map)

[REST STOP 2]
Starbucks,
7290 SW 168th St, Palmetto Bay, FL 33157
(Map)

[REST STOP 3]
Fairfield Inn & Suites Homestead 
60 SW 352nd St., Florida City, FL 33034 
(Map)

[REST STOP 4]
Alabama Jack’s
58000 Card Sound Rd., Key Largo, FL 33030
(Map)

[REST STOP 5]
The College of the Florida Keys – Upper Keys Center, 106040 Overseas Hwy, Key Largo, FL 33037
(Map)

[REST STOP 6]
One Grind, MM 98, Overseas Hwy, Key Largo, FL 33037
(Map)

IMPORTANT:

THERE WILL BE NO SIGNS ON THE ROUTE

Due to various challenges such as local event restrictions, escalating expenses, and the removal of signs along our route, we have decided not to utilize signs for marking turns this year. However, we understand the importance of ensuring a smooth navigation experience for all participants. To address this concern, we are excited to announce our partnership with Ride With GPS. Through this collaboration, riders will have exclusive access to a range of comprehensive Ride with GPS features, including turn-by-turn directions. This feature will provide real-time guidance throughout the event, eliminating any confusion or potential navigational difficulties. Additionally, riders will be able to utilize offline navigation, which not only facilitates easier readability but also conserves battery life and circumvents any data usage. With this upgraded navigation solution, we aim to enhance the overall experience for our participants by providing a seamless and reliable navigation platform. By leveraging the Ride With GPS technology, we believe that riders will have a clearer understanding of their routes, allowing them to fully focus on the event and enjoy the ride without any distractions.
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MEDICAL/ Mechanical support

This is a fully supported ride with mechanics, chase cars, medics and ride guides to support your journey.

We will include an Emergency Bracelet at the starting line with important phone numbers. Please wear this bracelet to ensure that you can reach ride support and basic first-aid care when it is needed.

CALL 911 for all actual medical emergencies.

Our logistics team prides itself on our support and response time. If at any point in the ride you need mechanical sup- port, call one of the provided phone numbers, and we will come assist you.

There are three levels of issues on ride day:

  • Minor issues: Flat tires and other small adjustments can typically be fixed in a few minutes on site.
  • Mid-Complexity issues: For wheel or brake issues, we
    will commonly shuttle you to the next available rest
    stop. This allows our professional team of mechanics
    the space, time, and resources they need to work
    through your bike’s issues.
  • Major issues: For significant issues that arise on the ride, we may swap out your bike or exchange a part, putting you on our equipment so that you can continue the ride without having to stop. There is limited capacity to address major issues, but such issues will be addressed when possible.
  • Please ensure that you have tire irons, bike tubes, a CO2 cartridge or pump with you throughout the ride and that you start the ride on equipment that is ready for a long ride (i.e. – do not start the ride with tires with holes in them, etc.).
  • If you are starting at our 100-mile starting line, there will NOT be mechanic support at the starting line, so it is important that your bike is “ready-to-ride” when you start the event. The mechanic team will be positioned at the 1st rest stop and on the route. This policy ensures that we leave at the planned start time and our mechanic support team is able to support the riders on the road as soon as the event starts.

The safety of our riders is our top priority at all of our events. We are proud to partner with Moto Medx. They have quali- fied and clinically experienced Registered Nurses, Paramed- ics, and Emergency Medical Technicians ready to deliver reliable medical support for our events.

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Bike Safely

When you Bike to the Beach, you’ll be riding on cycling-friendly roads, but you’ll share these roads with other cyclists, cars, and pedestrians. Cycling safely is essential because you’re navigating in the real world, where everyone’s awareness and respect for the rules keep everyone safe. As a cyclist, you have the same rights—and responsibilities—as drivers, so understanding the rules of the road is crucial. Brush up on hand signals, ride etiquette, and essential cycling safety tips with these helpful resources to ensure a smooth, safe, and enjoyable ride.
HAND SIGNALS
BICYCLE SAFETY

SAG Support

We have SAG (“Support and Gear”) vehicles along the route to assist you in any way needed. You will be given a BLUE bracelet with important numbers, including road support and EMS support.

Please ensure that you have tire irons, bike tubes, a CO2 cartridge or pump with you throughout the ride and that you start the ride on equipment that is ready for a long ride (i.e. – do not start the ride with tires with holes in them, etc.).

If you are starting at our 100-mile starting line, there will NOT be mechanic support at the starting line, so it is important that your bike is “ready-to-ride” when you start the event. The mechanic team will be positioned at the 1st rest stop and on the route. This policy ensures that we leave at the planned start time and our mechanic support team is able to support the riders on the road as soon as the event starts.

SAG SUPPORT

Event Day PLANNING

Finishline Information

Our Bike to the Beach ride concludes at Second Beach in Middletown, RI.  

The finish line will have a variety of activities to keep the whole family entertained. Lunch options will be available for all Bike to the Beach participants. 

Come for the ride; stay for the memories. At The Beach House, the coast truly does the most!

FINISH LINE FESTIVITIES:

  • Finish line photo opp
  • Food & refreshments
  • Live Music
  • Resource Fair

FINISH LINE AWARDS:

All participants will receive the following:

  • Complimentary cooling towel
  • Finisher medal

Those who hit the $500 fundraising goal will receive the following gear:

  • Sunglasses
  • Post-ride shirt
  • Two complementary drink tickets

Post-Ride Planning

GETTING HOME FROM THE FINISH

We will offer bus transportation to take riders to each starting-line location after the event. Unlimited Biking will be providing transportation services for easy bike return. Transportation can be purchased at registration or added later.

FINISH LINE TRANSPORTATION DEADLINES

One busis available (with a stop at each starting line) at 4:00 pm on ride day. Buses will stop at the 25, 50, and 70 mile start-lines, as well. Please report to the bus loading area by 3:30 PM to ensure a timely departure.

Unlimited Biking is managing the bike transportation associated with the bus.

Bus transportation must be reserved and paid for online before midnight on August 6, 2025. The cost (which includes BOTH bus and bike transportation)is:

7/13/25

8/13/25

50,70,100-Mile Start

$50

$70

25 Mile Start

$30

$50

Ensuring the bus leaves on-time:

If you are scheduled to ride the bus, it is important to maintain a cycling pace that allows you to arrive by 3:30 PM. If you are unable to do so, you MUST contact ride support and arrange to be moved forward by one of our SAG vehicles.

This is your responsibility. We highly advise calling early in the ride, rather than later, if your pace will result in a finish time after 3:30 PM. For example, request a pickup to move from Rest Stop 4 to Rest Stop 6, so you can ride the last leg on your own, rather than riding to Rest Stop 5 and then being taken to the finish. To keep our SAG vehicles available on the road, we will have more SAG vehicles available for rest stop-to-rest stop transportation than for rest stop-to-finish-line transportation.

Bike Loading for Bus Transportation

Bikes will be transported in a truck that follows the bus. It is crucial to keep the bikes meant for bus transportation separate from those riders will take home on their own.

After completing your ride, hand your bike directly to the Unlimited Biking team. They will be managing the bike transportation service this year.

  • Ensure your bike is labeled with the correct information: Your name, Your start location, Your bus number
  • Placement of Bikes: Make sure your bike is placed in the designated area for loading onto the bus trucks. This step is critical for on-time departure and ensuring your bike returns with you.

BIKE PACKING AND PROTECTION

Bike to the Beach, in partnership with Unlimited Biking, will take every precaution to protect bikes during transportation, typically wrapping them in moving blankets and/or securing them to prevent movement.

Our team and volunteers handle your bike with care while loading and transporting it. If you’re concerned about potential scratches, we encourage you to bring extra packing materials to further protect or pack your bike yourself.

Please note that Bike to the Beach is NOT responsible for any damage to bikes or bike accessories incurred during transportation. We strongly recommend that you remove any accessories from your bike prior to loading.