2026 Going The Distance
Brattleboro, Vermont · Saturday, October 3, 2026
The 2026 Going The Distance is a cycling event held on Saturday, October 3, 2026. It is located at 17 Flat St in Brattleboro, Vermont.
- Date
- Saturday, October 3, 2026 at 8:00 AM
- Location
- 17 Flat St
Brattleboro, Vermont
05301
United States
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This is the 17th year of Going the Distance! This annual bike ride raises much needed funds to support the Boys & Girls Club of Brattleboro.
The pavement rides are 40, 60, or 75 miles in distance, supported by rest areas in Turners Falls and Greenfield as well as a support vehicle. These rides travel down Route 142 through Vernon and enters Massachusetts, continuing on beautiful country roads until the first rest stop in Turners Falls. From there the 40-mile riders return to Brattleboro, while those on the 60 & 75 mile rides continue through more gorgeous country roads, with the second rest stop along the Green River in Greenfield, MA where lunch is provided. The final leg of the ride brings you back to the Club, where a celebration awaits at our NEYT After Party!
We also have gravel routes available. The 26.8 mile and 38.7 mile Gravel and Gravel Plus routes through Dummerston and Putney offer outstanding riding on quiet New England back roads! With both rides starting and ending at the idyllic Rt. 30 covered bridge riders will immediately be immersed in a quintessential gravel ride.
The 38.7 mile Gravel Plus ride is not only the longer of the two offerings, but the tougher as well. With nearly 5,000 ft. of climbing (and descending!) over all possible terrain (Class IV roads, abandoned roads and single track...as well as loads of beautiful quiet back roads) this ride will challenge the strongest of riders. But don't get too scared -- it is all rideable on a good gravel bike. We recommend 35mm tires or larger.
The 26.8 mile Gravel ride offers much the same as the longer route, but it is shorter, has less climbing and there are no technical Class IV roads, abandoned roads and single track. If you have a bike with 35mm or larger tires suitable for quiet, beautiful tree lined back roads you are properly equipped. Just bring the lungs and legs to ride the mileage with nearly 2,975 ft. of elevation -- some hard but satisfying climbs (You did it!) and the always fun descents -- cruising down the most wonderful roads imaginable. Then the Gravel ride is for you!
E-bikes? Sure, bring the motor...we're not snobs! There will be plenty of riders probably wishing they had your e-bike...
Whether you see these rides as a piece of cake or you have doubts you can handle it, there will be support vehicles and a rest stop at Putney School with lunch and "carbs to carry" to fuel you and assist you.
After the ride take a dip in the West River to cool off and then head to NEYT on Flat Street for an awesome After Party!
View our Fundraising so far!
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This fundraiser allows the club doors to remain open for all youth in our community, regardless of their ability to pay. No one is turned away from summer camp, after school programming, or teen club activities. We are committed to serving the most vulnerable in our community and cannot do it without your support! Our riders and donors have a huge impact on the Club's ability to provide a safe, supportive, and fun environment for every kid in our community.
Date: October 3
Time: 8:00am for pavement rides and 9:30 for gravel rides
Parking: 100 Flat Street (NEYT)
Registration Check-in: 17 Flat Street (Boys & Girls Club)