River Towns Ride

About this race

Race Overview Visit four historic river towns on this one-of-a-kind bike ride. The 12th annual River Towns Ride challenges you to ride for a gold medal by visiting all four river towns (62 miles) or take one of our shorter routes and earn a bronze or silver medal for distance completed. E-bikes are welcome. HELMETS MANDATORY! Event Details Start Location: No official start line. You can start in the river town that is most convenient to you. Rest Stops: Each of our four rest stops will feature a Signature Snack from that River Town. Water & drinks also available. Time Limit: No medals awarded after 3pm, so time your ride start appropriately based on your distance goal. Post-Ride Reception: Reception at Dolly Spanker's (30 Clinton St., Del. City, DE 19706) overlooking the Delaware River. First beer free to all registered riders age 21 and older. Ride Information Ride Start: 9AM. SAG support begins at 9am and ends at 3pm. Start when you wish, but you must be complete by 3pm to qualify for a medal. Course Description Multiple route options on a course that is predominately flat between Historic Delaware City, Historic New Castle, Wilmington Riverfront and Historic Chesapeake City, Md. Four Official Starting Points: Downtown Historic New Castle, Downtown Historic Delaware City, Historic Chesapeake City, or Riverfront Wilmington (Riverfront check-in will be on the boardwalk at the DuPont Environmental Education Center at the start of the Markell Trail). Medal Options Bronze Medal: Option One: Complete 20-mile circuit between Delaware City and New Castle. Option Two: Complete 18-…