The Ride to Defeat ALS: Iron Horse Trail is a one-day gravel ride event designed to appeal to anyone who wants to challenge ALS and themselves! We offer a 70-mile route (metric century PLUS) that is an out-and-back starting and ending at the Dru Bru in Cle Elum. We also offer a mostly downhill 35-mile route which starts at the Dru Bru in Snoqualmie Pass and ends in Cle Elum. If you want you can do something in-between if you start in Cle Elum and turn around whenever you feel ready! We also have the option for guests to attend and purchase a meal and drinks at the finish line festival hosted by Dru Bru in Cle Elum!

Every participant can count on support from start to finish with rest stops, and route monitors. Upon completing your ride or walk, you will be welcomed back by a cheering crowd and finish line festivities that include live entertainment, a delicious lunch, and more.

Everyone must check-in upon arrival. Once you’ve checked-in, breakfast foods including coffee, pastries and fresh fruit will be available for all participants.

Route: 70-mi

Registration Begins: 6:30 AM
Start Time: 7:15 AM

Route: 35-mi
    
Registration Begins: 9:00 AM
Start Time: 9:45 AM

We will open the courses based on the times listed above and will announce when it’s time for each route to begin. Please do not begin before the appointed times as we will not have all of our rest stops or support in place. We schedule both start times so most riders arrive at the finish line around the same time and can be a part of the festivities together and hear our afternoon program.

Routes:

70 mile route Strava Link

35 mile route Strava Link

On the Route:

When you check-in, you will get cue sheets for the ride. The route will be marked, but you are responsible for navigating your route. Pay attention to the roads, directions, and turn-by-turns. Volunteer SAG wagons will be patrolling each route throughout the day. If you need assistance, give the standard "thumbs down" signal to indicate you need support.

If you need to contact us directly while you're on the route, an emergency hotline number will be shared as we get closer to Ride Day and will be listed on rider bibs and cue sheets.

If there is a medical emergency, call 911. If you're not sure if you should call 911... CALL 911. For other issues or concerns, please call the number on the cue sheet.

Rest Stops:

We will have one rest stop - location TBD. The Rest Stop have restrooms, water, snacks, and other goodies to help your refuel and re-energize for the next portion of your ride!

Route Signage:

Each route will be marked with signs. These signs will be at intersections, turns, and especially to help at any tricky navigation sites. Wherever possible, we will augment these signs with additional markings and, if possible, a volunteer to point the way. Please be sure to consult your cue sheet, in addition to the signage, to keep you on course.

Mechanical Support:

Bike Mechanics will be set up at the Start Line area, and potentially at our rest stop (currently looking for volunteers). Our volunteer mechanics can make simple adjustments, quick bike checks and fix flats. If your bike needs more serious work, please visit a Bike Shop prior to Ride Day. We highly recommend that you have your bicycle tuned up before attending our Ride.

Weather:

The Ride to Defeat ALS: Iron Horse Trail will go on, rain or shine! Please check the local forecast before Event Day and we will do our best to keep all participants informed. The ALS Association reserves the right to alter the courses or start times in the case of weather conditions.

Required:
*Helmet - Helmets are REQUIRED for ALL cyclists.
*ID - You’ll need it to check in (and for beer and wine if you’re 21+)
*Credit Card - Beer, Wine, and raffle tickets will be available for purchase at the Finish Line Festival Zone

Suggested:
Gloves
Sunglasses or other protective eyewear
Toolkit
Spare tubes and/or a patch kit, tire irons
CO2 or mini-pump
Sunscreen and lip balm
Cycling Shoes (if you have them)

Registration Fee Schedule:

Each participant will pay a registration fee to secure their place in the Ride to Defeat ALS: Iron Horse Trail.  This registration fee helps pay for some of the expenses incurred to participate in the event and does not count toward the individual fundraising minimum requirement of $180.

All Riders (joining us IN PERSON):
March 1 - April 15: $45
April 16 - May 31: $60
June 1 - July 15: $75
July 16 - July 31: $99
Ride-Day Registration (Aug 3): $125
*Online registration will be closed on Aug 1 and 2

Lunch Guests:
Guests not riding can attend and purchase lunch and drinks at Dru Bru.

Fundraising Minimum:

All riders 18 and older are required to raise a minimum of $180 in donations, in addition to their registration fee, by the day of the event (August 3, 2024). Fundraising for The ALS Association is a very direct way of supporting our mission, and with each person you ask to support you, you are also spreading important awareness for ALS. Fundraising is easy and fun -- and we are here to help you get started and to surpass this fundraising goal!  If you are a first-time fundraiser or are interested in learning more, check out our Fundraising Tips and Tools. Our staff is another resource for you and we will be here for you at every step of the way! Don’t hesitate to email us at [email protected] and we can come up with a fundraising plan together!

Fundraising Incentives:

$180 fundraising minimum - entry to the event, meal and drink ticket, special Miir pint cup, and Ride water bottle

$500 - Ride to Defeat ALS cycling jersey

$1,000 - Ride to Defeat ALS cycling shorts

$3,000 - Ride to Defeat ALS 1/4 zip pullover

$10,000 - special VIP reserved table area for your team
Rider Checklist

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