About Ride to Defeat ALS: Blue Ridge
EVENT-DAY Ride Hotline Number: 434-268-9094
If an emergency, please call 911
Everyone is invited to join us for a destination trip to Crozet, Virginia (just outside Charlottesville) in the heart of the +beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains.
The event will be held rain or shine but may be canceled up to the time of departure, or at any time during event, if unsafe conditions develop.
If the in-person Event is cancelled, your registration fee will be converted into a tax-deductible donation and will count towards your fundraising total.
We are excited to offer two gravel route options this year!
Location
Pro Re Nata
6135 Rockfish Gap Turnpike
Crozet, VA 22932
Ride Day Information
Saturday, May 4, 2024
*Note - Start times and routes are subject to change. We will send the final information to registered riders the week of the event.
Post-Ride celebrations will open at 11:30 AM with live entertainment, food and beverages.
Program and Awards will be between 12:30-1:00 pm and event ends around 2:30 PM.
Guests are welcome to attend and purchase lunch and drink tickets!
| Route | Check-In | Group Ride-Out/Start |
| 100km (62-mi) Road | 7:30 AM | 8:00 AM |
| 60km (37-mi) GRAVEL | 9:00 AM | 9:30 AM |
| 50km (31-mi) Road | 9:30 AM | 10:00 AM |
| 40km (25-mi) GRAVEL | 10:00 AM | 10:30 AM |
| 25km (18-mi) Road | 10:30 AM | 11:00 AM |
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 cue sheets. 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, the following emergency Ride Hotline will ring multiple ALS Association Staff phones: (434) 268-9094
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 Ride Hotline.
Post Ride Information
Join us for some great grub and brews from Dino's & Pro Re Nata! Food, music, and kids' activities will begin at approximately 11:30.
Assumption of Risk
By participating with others in support of the Blue Ridge Ride to Defeat ALS, you expressly agree to comply with any and all rules and safety guidelines put in place by local authorities, and voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19, waiving all claims and potential claims against the event organizers, and their affiliated companies relating to such risks.
