Pick Me Up at the Border

COVID-19 note: ¡Pick Me Up! was held in 2020-2022 and is anticipated to go forward in accordance with any COVID-19 health orders in September 2023.

This is a long-distance, nighttime, gravel ride. Don't miss this unique experience!

There will be three ride options: 25 mile (Belleville), 40 mile (Monticello), and 80 mile (Illinois state line and back), all gravel/dirt trail bike ride beginning at nightfall, except for short detours around the closed Stewart Tunnel and the fire-damaged Round Grove Road bridge.

End times vary according to distance. Participants generally return to their motor vehicles at the start point or ride home.

This ride is on the Badger State Trail. Riders are responsible for their own state trail passes.

Meet before the ride to grab some snacks provided by Fitchburg Family Pharmacy before you hit the trail!

The ride starts at 7pm. We will ride as a group south to the crossing of County Highway M, after which riders may ride in small groups or alone at their own pace and distance.

Your on-line registration fee of $15 is a donation to Bike Fitchburg, Inc., a 501(c)(3) charity devoted to improving biking in Fitchburg, Wisconsin, and is deductible to full the extent of federal and state tax law. You will also sign a release and pay a registration service fee when you register. Additional donations and donations from non-riders support our work and are greatly appreciated!

Helmet and long-lasting headlight(s) are required. Spare lights, batteries, and/or power packs are recommended for the longer distances.

This ride is mostly unsupported, however there will be water and snack stops along the route at:

BellevilleMonticelloMonroe (bubbler/24 hr. bathrooms)Illinois border

Thank you for supporting bicycle advocacy in Fitchburg!