Connecticut Valley Century - COVAC 2026

About this race

Connecticut Valley Century Ride – A Scenic & Meaningful Cycling Event! Join us for the Connecticut Valley Century (COVAC) —an exciting and rewarding ride through Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Vermont . Whether you're a seasoned cyclist or a casual rider, choose from four scenic routes : 100, 75, 50, or 25 miles . Event Details Date: Sunday, September 13, 2026 Start Time: 7:00 AM Explore the Beauty of the Connecticut River Valley Terrains: Riders will traverse rolling terrain. Scenery: Passing farmland, waterfalls, and a charming covered bridge over the Green River near Greenfield, Massachusetts. Route: Follow the West bank of the river to Brattleboro, Vermont. Return Journey: Cross into New Hampshire before returning along the East bank through picturesque landscapes. Ride for a Cause Organizer: Organized by the Rotary Club of Amherst. Support: This all-volunteer event supports the Amherst Rotary Good Works Fund. Purpose: Provides local scholarships and funding for charitable programs throughout Hampshire County. Fundraising Opportunity: Fundraise for a favorite local charity through cycling. Join the Movement Fundraising is completely optional—you can participate in the ride just for the joy of cycling or take it a step further by supporting a cause close to your heart. Here’s how: Register: for the COVAC Ride. Participation: Ride solo or with a team—you decide how you participate. Donate: If you choose to fundraise, all donations can go directly to the charity of your choice or to the Rotary Club of Amherst Good Works Fund. Tax-Deductible Donations The Rotary Club of …