Registration has ended for the 8th Annual Mattapan on Wheels Bike-a-thon. If you have a bike and would like to participate, come at 8am on event day!



What: A bike ride/tour of Mattapan and neighboring communities!

On-Site Registration and Check-In Begins at 8 AM

Bike Rides Begin at 9AM

Date: Saturday, July 21, 2018

Rain Date: Saturday, July 28, 2018

Cost: FREE!

Age: 8+ (12 and under w/adult)

The Mattapan Food and Fitness Coalition Vigorous Youth invites you to our 8th Mattapan on Wheels (MoW) Bike-a-thon! Ever wondered what was on the opposite side of the Neponset Greenway Trail? Well, this year we will be biking on the Neponset Trail towards Hyde Park, Milton, and Quincy! During MoW, riders of all ages and skill levels come together, get physically active, and pedal to make Mattapan a more bike-friendly neighborhood. After the ride, grab some food and join our partners at the 13th Annual Hoops and Scoops event!









Fundraising

Why Fundraising Now?

Every year Mattapan on Wheels gets larger and we want to make sure we can put on the best event possible! Last year individuals asked about a way to fundraise and we wanted to make an option for those who wanted to. You can still donate on the registration page or on the day of. Any and all donations are greatly appreciated!

Don't want to fundraise? Don't worry about it! This is a FREE event, so whether you donate or not you can still participate. Just click the register button.

Ways to donate:

Eventbrite Page - www.mattapanonwheels8.eventbrite.com. This is our registration page. You can donate whatever amount you choose.

Checks - Make checks out to Mattapan Food and Fitness Coalition

Send Checks to Shavel'le Olivier - 1613 Blue Hill Ave, Suite 303, Mattapan, MA 02126

Day of - Cash can be received on event day, which is July 21, 2018!





*You will not be able to receive a tax deduction for donations made directly to MFFC. If you would like to receive a tax deduction please make checks out to Mattapan Food and Fitness Coalition c/o Youth and Family Enrichment Services.





Important Information:

1. We are offering three routes: Family Ride, Intermediate Ride, and Expert Ride. Read the descriptions below and chose the route that best matches your skill level. Police city bikers will be there to help escort your ride leaders and participants.

2. All riders are required to wear a bike helmet. No exceptions! Free helmets will be available provided by Breakstone, White, & Gluck.

3. A bike safety demonstration will be presented before the ride.

4. Free bike loans will be available by Boston Bikes. Priority will be given to online registered riders. Please bring your own bike to give others the opportunity to participate.

*TO BORROW A BIKE AND/OR HELMET, YOU MUST PRESENT SOME FORM OF COLLATERAL (KEYS, ID, ETC.) THAT WILL BE RETURNED WHEN YOU TURN IN THE BIKE AND/OR HELMET. IF YOU ARE UNDER 18 YEARS OLD, YOU MUST FILL OUT A WAIVER FORM SIGNED BY A PARENT/GUARDIAN!

5. Our Vigorous Youth, along with experienced local cyclists have planned each of the routes and will be leading the rides. Be aware that each of the routes requires some riding on streets in Mattapan; most do not have bike lanes! Please respect the route leaders and follow their instructions. First-time bike riders are encouraged to stay at the park and have fun!

6. If you have a medical condition, please check with your healthcare practitioner before riding.

Route Description: All routes this year provide the ultimate experience of being outdoors with nature. There will be lots of greenery, fresh air, and places to take the most beautiful and inspiring pictures!

Family Ride: 8 miles. Destination: Martini Shell, Hyde Park

Map My Ride:

Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/nG2jqastmtJ2





This is a very green and scenic route. Riders leave Walker Playground and enter the Neponset Trail using the Ryan playground entrance. The trail continues onto Mattapan station where riders will then ride on Truman Parkway to get to Martini Shell. The route is 90% flat with one small hill close to Martini Shell and another hill on the return trip to Walker Playground as the road winds up Mamelon Circle and on Babson Street.

Rest Stops: Mattapan Station - Mile 1

Martini Hatch Shell - Mile 3 (Bathrooms and food at Stop & Shop located next to the park)





Intermediate Ride: 15 miles. Destination: Houghton's Pond, Milton

Map My Ride:



Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/52KKzFm7NLq





This route provides an exciting combination of sightseeing and engaging biking. Intermediate route riders will leave Walker Playground and ride the same path as the Family Route. Once at Martini Shell, riders will continue on Truman Parkway and transfer to the Neponset Valley Parkway to reach Houghton's Pond. The return to the Playground is on Unquity Rd. This route is mostly flat, except near Fairmount Ave and Canton Ave where there are two small hills. There are hills on the return trip along Mamelon Circle and Babson Street.

Rest Stops: Martini Shell - Mile 3

Houghton's Pond - Mile 8 (Bathrooms and food for purchase at this stop)

Ulin Memorial Rink - Mile 12





Expert Ride: 25 miles. Destination: Wollaston Beach, Qunicy

Map My Ride:



Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/o4fouHBQniA2





This route is very scenic and hilly, with extensive views of the Blue Hills, Chickatawbut Hill, and the Qunicy Shoreline! The expert route will take riders on the same path as the Family and Intermediate routes but is longer and continues all the way to Wollaston Beach. Riders will experience the same hills as the intermediate bikers and a steep hill before arriving at Chickatawbut Hill. After the scenic view ends on Wampatuck Rd, riders will ride through the streets of Quincy to get the Wollaston Beach. There are hills on the return trip along Mamelon Circle and Babson Street. This route is recommended for experienced riders and for those who want a challenging but rewarding ride!

Rest Stops: Houghton's Pond - Mile 8 (Bathrooms and food for purchase at this stop)

Chickatawbut Hill - Mile 12

Clam Box in Qunicy - Mile 18 (Bathrooms and food for purchase at this stop)









Mattapan on Wheels Route Concepts created by Lee Toma, Bike Milton. Don't let the map scare ya! All three rides are VERY rewarding and worth it!













Any Questions? Contact Us!

Email: mattapanonwheels@gmail.com

Phone: (617) 433-7050

Facebook: Mattapan Food and Fitness Coalition Vigorous Youth

Mattapan Food and Fitness Coalition

Instagram: @mattapanonwheels

@MattapanFoodFit

twitter: @MattapanFoodFit









IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO BE A BIKE VOLUNTEER PLEASE FILL OUT THE GOOGLE FORM BELOW:

https://goo.gl/forms/PW0pvJG6Egsn6zFH2









IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO BE A VENDOR AT THE EVENT PLEASE FILL OUT THE VENDOR FORM BELOW:

http://goo.gl/forms/ZgAayzfJ8M





IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO VOLUNTEER AT THE EVENT PLEASE EMAIL MATTAPANONWHEELS@GMAIL.COM.



















































