Thank you for signing up to participate in the 3rd Annual Bike for the Kids to benefit Easterseals DuPage & Fox Valley. Your participation and fundraising efforts will help children with developmental delays and disabilities develop the skills to live, learn, work and play.

Below is some important information to remember:
General Information
EVENT DATE:
Sunday, September 9, 2018

EVENT LOCATION: 
Easterseals DuPage & Fox Valley
799 S. McLean Blvd. Suite 103
Elgin, IL 60123

PARKING :
Ample parking is available in the Easterseals parking lot.

RAIN OR SHINE:  Weather-related updates will be posted   here .
Timeline
REGISTRATION/CHECK IN OPENS: 6:00 AM
Event Day Registration will be available for $50/cyclist.
Family Ride Registration is $15/participant and free for Easterseals clients.
Pre-Registration is still available until Friday at noon by clicking  here .

All  pre-registered  participants will receive a t-shirt, goody bag and drink ticket.

START TIME FOR 12*, 25*, 50 & 100 MILE RIDERS: Cyclist's Choice
 
6:30AM  COURSE OPENS
4:00PM   COURSE CLOSES 
 
Please consider your pace when determining your start time.
Suggested start time for 100 mile riders is no later than 7:30 AM.

*Due to an event at Elgin Community College, all 12 and 25 Mile cyclists should aim to be finished by 1:00PM.

The family riders will share the sidewalk along McLean Blvd. starting at 1:30PM. 
If finishing at this time, stick to the road or opposite side of the street .

12:00PM  FOOD SERVICE OPENS: Fresh Grilled Tacos!
1:30PM    3-MILE FAMILY RIDE
2:00PM   POST PARTY & BIKE RODEO (sponsored by the  Elgin Bike Hub )
2:30PM   ADAPTED BIKE GIVEAWAY & PEDAL PARADE 
Join us for food and fun!
Routes & Requirements

Routes:  CLICK HERE

Please familiarize yourself with the  course  and pay attention to road markers and signage. Keep to the shoulder and be mindful of traffic. Obey all road traffic laws. Printed maps and turn-by-turn directions will be available at the event. 

NOTE: the 56/100 mile routes recently changed due to a parade affecting Burlington Rd.

***ALL RIDERS ARE REQUIRED TO WEAR A HELMET*** 
Come prepared with extra water, sunscreen, a form of identification and the ability to change or repair a bike tire if needed. This is a supported road ride. SAG assistance will be provided by  Spokes Bikes .  

Rest Stops

Easterseals, 799 S. McLean Blvd, Elgin
START/FINISH

Fitchie Creek Forest Preserve, 39W993 Russell Rd, Elgin
MILES 6, 12, 50, 95

Hampshire Forest Preserve , 44W780 Allen Rd, Hampshire
MILES 17, 62

Burlington Prairie Forest Preserve, 13N240 Engel Rd, Burlington
MILES 28, 72

Corron Farm , 7N761 Corron Rd, Campton Township 
MILES 44, 88

Route Questions? Contact Organizer, Laura Basi, at 630.606.2829

Adapted Bike Giveaway:
The Jonathan Goers Bike Club
The Jonathan Goers Adapted Bike Program was established in Jonathan's memory to share his joy of biking with children who have developmental delays and/or disabilities and may not otherwise have the opportunity to ride or own a bicycle. 

The generosity of his family and friends enables children at Easterseals to receive adapted bikes free of charge. The 2018 bicycle presentation will take place at the Bike for the Kids where 10 children will receive custom bicycles or trailers adapted to meet their needs.
Meet Emma

On Sunday, you'll meet Emma who will receive and ride her very own adapted bike in our pedal parade! Her mom, Valerie, will share how Easterseals therapies have helped her achieve this exciting goal! 

Help us Reach our $12,000 Stretch Goal!
Make a donation in honor of children like Emma, and share the  event link  on social media. Inspire your network to help children with disabilities experience the joy of riding a bike, taking their first steps or saying their first words. Thanks to everyone who helped us hit $10K!

Help us reach our stretch goal of $12,000 by Sunday! Every dollar counts!
Top Fundraisers
Team Scottie Power
Kathy Jewett
Caleb Bike
Team Speed Racer
Special Thanks to the Bike for the Kids Committee: 

Laura Basi, Josephine Hipolito, Jennifer Huard, Jon Huard, Kathy Jewett, 
Michael Krupka, Wendy Lirgameris, Janet Mroz, Joanne Pygon