About this race
Sloppy Jon’s 2026 Sloppy Jon’s is a community-focused, mixed-surface ride hosted by It’s Just A Hill. This is not a race. There is no podium. It is a social ride built around challenging routes, good company, and bringing people together through bikes. Start Location (New for 2026) Sloppy Jon’s will start and finish at the Woody Lowden Recreation Center in Foster, RI. New Venue: After three years of rolling out from Jon’s house, the event is taking a small step forward and using a proper start location. Benefits: This gives us more space, better parking, and a smoother day for everyone while keeping the same community-first feel. Respect: Please respect the recreation center, property, and neighbors. We want to be invited back. Registration & Capacity Cost: Sloppy Jon’s is a free event . We do not want money to be a barrier to entry or participation. Capacity: Registration is limited to 150 riders . Please only sign up if you genuinely plan to attend. Waitlist: A waitlist will be enabled once the event fills. If space opens up, riders will be admitted in the order they joined the waitlist. Community Focus: We appreciate everyone helping keep this fair and accessible for the whole community. Routes & Support Options: There will be five total route options , consistent with previous years, including multiple gravel routes and paved options. Rest Stops: All gravel routes will pass the IJAH x NBX rest stop , with hydration and snacks provided by those organizations. Support: This is a mostly self-supported ride . Riders are responsible for navigation, hydration, nutrition, and …