Pelotonia 2024 Ride Weekend and Gravel Day Routes
Ride Weekend
Saturday, August 2 and Sunday, August 3, 2025
Please note: route distances are approximate. Specific route details including exact distances and maps for Ride Weekend 2025 will be updated when available.

Sat 08/02
Saturday | Downtown Columbus to New Albany Schools
24 Miles $1,250 Fundraising CommitmentA great route for cyclists of all experience levels with our shortest mileage and smallest elevation climb. Riders will start in Downtown Columbus and conclude at New Albany Schools.

Sun 08/03
Sunday | New Albany Loop Route
30 Miles $1,250 Fundraising CommitmentA loop option for beginner to intermediate Riders, this scenic route will start and finish in downtown New Albany. This route can also be added to any Saturday ride for a fundraising commitment of $3,000.

Sat 08/02
Saturday | Downtown Columbus to Abercrombie & Fitch Co.
50 Miles $1,500 Fundraising CommitmentIdeal for intermediate Riders with some training under their belt, this route has Riders start in Downtown Columbus and finish in New Albany at Abercrombie & Fitch Co.

Sat 08/02
Saturday | New Albany Schools to Kenyon College
63 Miles $2,000 Fundraising CommitmentStarting in New Albany, Riders will visit historic Granville, traverse through Newark and Bladensburg, and finish with some hills on their way to Gambier. This route will feature options for Riders to add additional elevation and miles if they choose!

Sat 08/02
Saturday | Downtown Columbus to Kenyon College
100 Miles $2,000 Fundraising CommitmentBeginning in Downtown Columbus, Riders will pass through Granville, Newark, and Bladensburg on their way to finishing in Gambier. This route will feature options for Riders to add additional elevation & miles if they choose!

Sat 08/02 Sun 08/03
Saturday & Sunday | New Albany Schools to Kenyon College, Kenyon College to New Albany Schools
153 Miles $3,000 Fundraising CommitmentThis challenging 2-day option includes a New Albany-Gambier 63-mile course on Saturday and a 90-mile Gambier-New Albany return route on Sunday.

Sat 08/02 Sun 08/03
Saturday & Sunday | Downtown Columbus to Kenyon College, Kenyon College to New Albany Schools
190 Miles $3,000 Fundraising CommitmentThis challenging 2-day option includes a Downtown Columbus-Gambier 100-mile ride on Saturday and a 90-mile Gambier-New Albany return on Sunday.
Check out the Event Handbook for all Ride Weekend Details!
Gravel Day
Saturday, September 21

Sat 10/04
Nelsonville Loop Route
11 Miles $1,500 Fundraising CommitmentWant to try out gravel riding? This introductory loop route includes a mix of paved and gravel roads but will challenge you with an elevation gain of 900 feet. Riders should be sure to properly prepare prior to Gravel Day to ensure a great experience!

Sat 10/04
Nelsonville Loop Route
25 Miles $1,500 Fundraising CommitmentWinding through the hills of Athens County, this loop route is an exciting challenge for all Riders, with a total elevation gain of over 1,600 feet. Riders should be sure to properly prepare prior to Gravel Day to ensure a great experience!

Sat 10/04
Nelsonville Loop Route
48 Miles $1,500 Fundraising CommitmentRiding through the hills of Athens County, this loop route is a true adventure and very challenging option for experienced Riders. This ride will feature multiple sections of climbing with a total elevation gain of over 4,200 feet.