First-time rider’s guide to the Ride
Welcome to the Ride Community! With Ride Weekend fast approaching, this is a look at everything you can expect as a first-time rider.
Did you know the Ride is a two-day event?
There are two key pieces to Ride Weekend: Celebration of Hope and, of course, Ride Day.
Celebration of Hope
Friday, June 26
Celebration of Hope is an impactful event that kicks off Ride for Roswell. The mission-based program, which takes place the Friday night before Ride Day, includes the parade of teams, the Peloton and the ceremonial lighting of the torch.
Ride Day
Saturday, June 27
Ride Day is what you probably picture when you hear, “Ride for Roswell.” Thousands of cyclists ride in one of the nine routes, ranging from 4 to 100 miles. All routes begin and end at UB’s North Campus, and there’s fun for the whole family! Invite your loved ones to cheer you on.
First and foremost, Ride for Roswell is a fundraiser.
Funds raised through Ride for Roswell benefit research and clinical trials at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center. It’s important each rider does their part in the mission to end cancer. Imagine the difference we can make when we all come together for such an incredible cause. If you’ve never fundraised before, no worries! We’re here to help.
Get 3!
Did you know that every minute, three people in the United States are diagnosed with cancer? This year, we want every rider to secure at least three donations as they meet and surpass their $200 fundraising commitment.
Getting Started
We know getting started with your fundraising can be intimidating, so we’ve laid out several tools, tips and tricks you can use to maximize your impact. Check out the tools to kick-start your fundraising.
And … the more you raise, the more you earn!
The Ride Community welcomes you with open arms, and we can’t wait to celebrate together on Ride Weekend.
Meet some of the riders who will be joining you on Ride Weekend:
Still have questions? Feel free to call our team at 716-843-7433 or email us at rideforroswell@roswellpark.org.