Description

Party Ride

Distance - less than 15 miles

Sponsored by: Mulligan's Brick Oven Grill, Bike Tech, and CVAST . On November 14th, Bike Tech and CVAST (The Cedar Valley Association for Soft Trails) will host the 7th Annual Cranksgiving in the Cedar Valley. That's right - 7th year.  Iowa's longest running Cranksgiving!!

This charity bike ride will benefit the Northeast Iowa Food Bank with various food items to be purchased on the day of the event. During this one-day charity food drive cyclists will be required to purchase 10 different food items from 10 different locations. A shopping list and map of possible locations will be provided.  Riders will have 2 hours to collect these items. Make sure to keep your receipts as they will be your proof of completion. 

** If you don't want to ride your bike.... please note that we are offering a short running option to accommodate runners.  
** Don't feel like riding/running or want to finish early? No problem! Cranksgiving is also about hanging with friends and family and having tons of fun... and donating to the Northeast Iowa Food Bank. 

** This event will happen regardless of the weather. Please come prepared. If you don't want to ride, please consider donating some $$ or a of couple canned items that will go to the Northeast Iowa Food Bank.

First 50 registered get an awesome t-shirt, first come first serve 

** HELMETS ARE REQUIRED

Route

Create your own route amongst the suggested shopping destinations.  A map will be provided.

Registration

Registration will start at 11:00am. Ride start at 11:30am (SHARP) 
Required: bicycle, helmet, a little money,  lots of smiles
Recommended: bookbag/messenger bag, rack & bags, bike lock, warm clothes 
** First 50 registered get an SUPER awesome t-shirt. 
 Special thanks to: -Bike Tech -Mulligan's Brick Oven Grill -Cory's Painting -Koger's Heating and Air Conditioning -Wayson Family Chiropractic -The Landmark -Walgrens on 1st Street -Lee Geisinger and his UNI crew! -Chelsie Thompson-  and to you for participating and giving to those who are in need. 

Free registration. You will have to purchase food to donate (expect spending around 15$ to $25)

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