2024 Ride the Rivers Century
Description
Trailnet’s 2024 Ride the Rivers, Presented by SSM Health, is the most unique 100-mile ride in the Midwest. Challenge yourself on Trailnet’s flagship ride while experiencing some of the area’s most amazing landscapes.
The journey itself is the adventure. You’ll traverse river ferries, rolling hills, and urban trails, passing by orchards, prairies, quaint towns, and bustling cityscapes. Conclude your ride at a lively block party with live bands, food, drinks, and well-deserved pampering. This supported ride offers a unique opportunity to conquer 100 miles!
Want to join in on the century fun with fewer miles? The 100km Metric Century comes in at 64 miles! You’ll ride through many of the same landscapes as the 100-mile Century while enjoying the same benefits and support. The Metric Century isn’t lacking in beauty or difficulty.
What is included with my registration?
- Chip timing
- Professional photos
- Trailnet Classics water bottle
- Fully stocked rest stops
- SAG support
- Ferry rides!
- Goody Bag
- Raffle ticket for door prizes
Post-event celebration including:
Live music by Captain “Dave” Happy Hour and Noah Glen and These Dirty Chords
Fitz’s Root Beer
Post-ride chiropractic adjustments by Logan University
Bonus: Bragging rights!
Schedule
Check-in begins at 5:30 a.m.
Ride start time: 7:00 a.m. for full century | 7:15 for metric century
Start location: Streets of St. Charles
Routes Lengths: 100 miles, 63 miles (route may change slightly due to construction at the time of marking)
Terrain: flat, rolling hills | mixed pavement
PRE-RIDE PACKET PICKUP
Save time on race day by picking up your packet and checking in early! We have three opportunities:
Friday, October 4th – Chicken N Pickles St. Charles 5-8 pm
A big shout-out to these businesses for granting us the space to provide this service!
Check back soon for RTR 2024 Limited Edition Jerseys!
Trailnet Members
Trailnet members receive a $15 discount on registration.* Members must claim their account in the Trailnet Members Club on Run Sign Up to receive the discount. Instructions here. Peloton Society members can register for 50% off. Check your email for a coupon code, or email memebrship@trailnet.org for assistance. Please note that free ride membership vouchers are not valid for the Century.
Thank you. We look forward to seeing you on October 5th!
*Thank you for being a Trailnet member! Trailnet is a non-profit charity, so we rely on your generosity to give back to our community. Your membership comes with free ride vouchers, which can be used for any regularly-priced Trailnet Classics ride. Ride the Rivers is our premium fundraising ride, priced to provide a higher quality ride experience than our other Classics AND to generate critical funding for our mission.
the Old Chain of Rocks Bridge, riders enjoyed buffet-style lunch and entertainment provided by Big Chief and the Smoke Signals. Riders faced their biggest challenge of the day along the Mississippi River Road – a 20mph headwind. This obstacle entitled riders to bragging rights at the finish and a much-deserved celebration.
At the after-party, hungry riders were in for a treat. Riders enjoyed a fresh fish dinner courtesy of master fish fryer Joe Beck. Beer was provided by