PLEASE SEE OUR FUNDRAISING FAQ PAGE FOR QUESTIONS RELATED TO FUNDRAISING

1. Will I be able to complete this ride?

If you are riding consistently over the summer – including varied terrain, especially hills, and weather conditions, you should be able to complete the ride.

As a general rule, you should assess yourself based on these guidelines:

• Three Dayers: You should be able to ride 20 miles (in one day) with hills
• Two Dayers: You should be able to ride 40 miles (in one day) with hills
• One Dayers: You should be able to ride 75 miles (in one day) with hills

These are merely guidelines. Please listen to your body and ride according to your comfort level.

2. Can I meet you along the way and ride part of the route (or one of the days) with you?

No. Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate participants who wish to sign up for part of the event (or make changes to the itinerary). We require that all participants stay with the group for the duration of the event. We encourage you to commit to, and prepare for, one of the options offered. We appreciate your understanding.

3. Could your staff (or a volunteer) drive my car to one of the destinations so that I can ride part of the route with you?

No. Due to the size and nature of this event, we cannot provide transportation or drive participant’s vehicles at any point during the weekend.

4. Can my {insert friend or family member here} meet us for a night along the way?

Yes. HOWEVER, Northeast Passage provides double occupancy accommodations exclusively for riders. Family and friends, who aren’t riding and wish to stay at the same hotels as the group, must make their own separate reservations directly with the hotel and must cover that cost. If any rider wishes to not room with the group, they are responsible for their own expenses and must notify Northeast Passage (in advance) so that a space is not set aside. Failure to notify us could result in additional charges.

5. What’s all this talk about rail road tracks?

We’re glad you asked! Because there are a number of rail road tracks along the route – some that are diagonal – we are requiring people to “put a foot down” and avoid a trip to the hospital. In 2008, we made three (yes, 3) trips to the emergency room. In an effort to avoid this ever happening again we ask (for two wheel bikers) that you unclip from your pedals and put a foot down until you are safely across the tracks. We’re serious. A fall and resulting injury can happen to anyone….even you.

6. Is all lodging and food provided?

For the three and two day options, as long as you have paid your registration fee, you will be all set for the weekend. We provide lodging on Friday night and Saturday night (for three dayers) and breakfast, lunch and dinner. For the two dayers, we provide lodging on Saturday night and breakfast, lunch and dinner. You will not go hungry!

7. Are the hotel rooms wheelchair accessible?

Yes. All of Northeast Passage’s events are accessible – this includes all lodging.

8. I have dietary restrictions. What do I do?

As long as we are notified at least 1 week prior to the event, we will make sure to have appropriate food choices on hand for you. You are always welcome to bring your own snacks and anything else you prefer and we will make sure you have access to it. If we are not notified, we cannot guarantee that there will be food you can eat.

9. Do we leave our car for the weekend and will it be safe?

Yes. For the two and three dayers, you will park your car at The Kanc. Motor Lodge in Lincoln for the duration of the weekend. It will be safe in the lot (the staff of the hotel will keep an eye on it).

10. Can I charge expenses to my room at the hotels?

No. We ask that you pay for any personal expenses incurred at the hotel. This includes food and alcohol purchases, room service, telephones and movies. Northeast Passage pays all hotel bills and, as this is a fundraising event for us, we cannot be responsible for paying your personal charges. If charges are made to your room, you will receive a bill after the event.

11. Do you still ride in the rain/snow/wind/sleet?

Yes! We will ride rain or shine. Please dress appropriately for the weather – this includes warm clothes and a bright colored outer layer. We do not have the means to transport people back to the final destination due to poor weather conditions. Please plan accordingly.