FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is this event for mountain bikes or road bikes?

The event is designed for road bikes, and the routes include only paved roads. Many mountain bikers would find it enjoyable as well. You may ride any human-powered contraption permitted by law. Electric bikes are okay too.

What time does the ride begin?

The start off event on September 13th will have a staggered start beginning at 7am.

How are the routes marked?

Arrows will be affixed to the roads, marking every turn. The various routes are marked using different color arrows. We may also add signage at intersections.

Are cue sheets provided?

Yes. Draft cue sheets will be available for download from the Routes Page. Note, however, that routes are subject to change due to unexpected circumstances such as road closures, or the whims of our route designers.

What time is lunch served?

The start off event on September 13th will offer pre-event coffee and breakfast followed by lunch served from 11:00 until 2:00. The lunch will, of course, be capped by our famous ice cream sundaes. You will have earned it!

Do I have to register in advance?

We advise registering in advance but you can still register the day-of.

What if it rains?

You will get wet. The event will proceed rain or shine, and there is no rain date.

What is the Sourland Conservancy?

The Sourland Conservancy is a non-profit organization working to protect the ecological integrity, historical resources and special character of the Sourland Mountain region.

What’s so special about the Sourland Mountains?

The 90-square-mile Sourland region is home to the largest contiguous forest in Central New Jersey. The sparsely populated area is home to an incredibly rich diversity of animal and plant species, many rare or endangered.

Will there be bathroom facilities?

Yes! There will be bathroom facilities as well as water filling stations at The Watershed Institute and two other locations TBD.

Will there be support and gear services?

SAG services will be available from 7:00am–1:00pm on 9/13. The phone number will be noted on the cue sheet.

How do I just make a donation to Sourland Conservancy or purchase merch?

If you would just like to purchase merchandise or make a donation, you may do so using the registration link and scroll down to the “Event Items” section.

I can’t make it to the event this time. Can my tickets be refunded or transferred to a future event?

Your registration is a donation to this fundraising event benefitting the Sourland Conservancy and is not refundable or transferrable. We thank you so much for your support!

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31 Titus Mill Road, Pennington, NJ 08534

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