Bike Van Buren
MILES OF MEMORIES - CELEBRATING 40 YEARS
Two Wheels. Historic Villages. Endless Hospitality.
We’re gearing up for an epic ride you won’t want to miss!
Whether you're a seasoned cyclist or just getting started, we’ve got a ride that’s perfect for you.
You'll find clearly marked routes, welcoming hospitality stops, complimentary refreshments, SAG support, and
plenty of reasons to linger just a little longer in the Villages of Van Buren County, Iowa!
Some traditions are measured in years. Others are measured in the memories they create.
Let’s make this 40th year a memorable ride together!
Walk-up registrations are encouraged!
Saturday 7-8:30am, Sunday 7:30-8:00am
Keosauqua City Park
Our hospitality/snack stops will not be accepting freewill donations. Your registration fee includes refreshments at all hospitality stops.
Registration Fees:
Adult: 2-Day Ride, $45 1-Day Ride, $35
Children (17 & under): 2-Day Ride, $40 1-Day Ride, $30
Lunch Options: $15.00 Adults, $10 Children. You may prepay with your online registration or purchase the morning of the event at the registration/check-in table.
Our FUN POKER RUN is very popular and fun for the Riders! Riders try to collect the best "Poker Hand" by drawing cards at designated Hospitality Stops for a chance to win awesome prizes from Bickel's Cycling & Fitness. Two lucky riders who have the BEST Poker Hand on EACH day will win $50! You'll turn in your cards each afternoon in the Keosauqua City Park until approximately 4pm. Winners will be notified via phone or text. Prizes will be distributed during the event and/or mailed the following week.
**T-SHIRTS**
Commemorative event T-shirts can be ordered at the time of registration, but are ONLY available through Early-Bird Pre-Registration (cut off is July 22nd). There are a limited number of extra shirts available for purchase ($25) at the registration/check-in table while supplies last. This year's shirt will be a Sport-Tek T-shirt 3.8 oz., 100% polyester with moisture-wicking qualities. Shirts ordered during early-bird registration will be provided with your registration packet on the day of the event.
In celebration of 40 years, the first 40 registered riders will receive a complimentary, limited-edition 40th Anniversary cooling towel. A limited number of additional cooling towels will be available for purchase at the registration/check-in table while supplies last.
Participants will be sharing the roadways with vehicular traffic. Although most of the route is on sparsely traveled paved county roads, some sections include travel on state highways. For your safety, helmets are strongly encouraged.
Registration/Check-in will be held at the Keosauqua City Park
Saturday, August 15th: 7:00am-8:30am
Sunday, August 16th: 7:30am-8:00am (for Sunday-only riders)
Looking for a pre-ride breakfast?
On Saturday and Sunday, a pancake & sausage breakfast will be available
for a small fee in the Keosauqua City Park from 6:30-9am
Prepared and served by the Keosauqua Lions Club whose fundraising efforts
help give back to the very communities riders will discover and experience.
NOTE: All riders (under 18 will require a parent/guardian signature) will be required to sign a release of liability waiver.
ANYONE UNDER 18 MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A PARENT OR GUARDIAN.
DO NOT FORGET TO WEAR YOUR BIKE HELMET!!
THEY SAVE LIVES AND HELP AVOID SERIOUS INJURIES.
** ALL FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE **
