How can I participate in this year’s Summer of the Ride event?

Riders can participate in one of two ways.

Ride at an in-person, physically distant event hosted by Ride for Roswell. Ride on your own

How do you practice physical distancing while biking?

We are working hard to create resources for our Ride community to ensure everyone understands how to safely ride while staying healthy. We are looking forward to sharing those resources over the coming months. In the meantime, here are a few tips:

Wear a moisture-wicking face covering or mask while riding

Maintain at least a 6-foot distance from others

Wash your hands before and after riding

According to the CDC, COVID-19 is spread through respiratory droplets produced through a cough or sneeze – not sweat .

Check out our safety and training page for more information.

Do I need to change my mileage commitment if I ride more or less than what I registered for?

No. We have set our commitments as a nod to our traditional Ride for Roswell routes. Your mileage commitment gives you a goal for riding throughout the month of August, helps you train and allows you to communicate with your donors and the Ride community.

What can I expect to experience at the in-person rides in August?

We know that Ride Day is something our riders look forward to each year. Our team is working hard to make sure these in-person rides are safe for our community, including riders, volunteers, and staff. We are meeting daily to discuss everything from route support to physically distanced rest stops to the Start and Finish lines. Know that as soon as we have more details, we will share with you. We plan to open spots for riders to reserve on June 27.

What precautions are you taking to ensure physical distancing at the in-person rides?

We are planning with what we know today and will make adjustments to our plans as New York State and local guidelines change. Currently, we plan to offer:

20-minute start time intervals.

Start area marked with 6-foot distances .

Everyone will receive a disposable mask at our in-person events. Additionally, a Ride for Roswell branded cloth f ace mask will be given out to anyone who receives a donation to their Ride.

Hand sanitizer and hand washing stations.

Designated space for riders, volunteers or staff w ho become sick during the Ride.

We are continuing to monitor the situation and will make adjustments as August 1 gets closer to ensure the safety of our riders. We recommend that if you, or someone you have come in contact with, is sick or at-risk of spreading the virus, you should stay home.

How do I reserve my spot for an in-person ride?

Anyone who is registered for the Ride for Roswell is eligible to reserve a space at an in-person ride in August. Reservations for groups up to 10 people will open on June 27.

What locations are you using for the organized rides?

We are working to finalize the details of the organized rides to make sure we are providing a fun, safe experience for our riders. We will share more details on the in-person events in the coming weeks.

Do you have a list of recommended bike paths in WNY?

Our partners have compiled great bike paths across the region that you can use for training or for your ride experience from August 1 – 21.

GObike Buffalo – https://gobikebuffalo.org/maps/rides/

TrailLink – https://www.traillink.com/cityactivity/buffalo-ny-bike-trails/

City of Buffalo – https://www.buffalony.gov/DocumentCenter/View/7155/City-of-Buffalo-Walking-Parks-and-Trails—New-Logo—Compressed

Are there still volunteer opportunities?

We anticipate needing volunteers for our in-person events, which are taking place on August 1, 2, 8, 9, 15 and 16. More details to follow but contact Dawn Hu, Volunteer Special Events Coordinator, at Dawn.Hu@roswellpark.org with any questions.