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Pedal for Paratroopers

Date:
Sat, Apr 18, 2026 at 8:00 AM
Location:
Southern Pines, North Carolina
28387
United States
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100k 34k 64k Cycling Trail

Pedal for Paratroopers – Tri-Distance Charity Bicycle Ride

Pedal for Paratroopers is a Tri-Distance Charity Bicycle Ride welcoming cyclists of all ages and skill levels to ride in support of those who serve. This is a rain or shine event focused on community, service, and the enduring Airborne spirit — All the Way.

Beneficiary

All proceeds and donations benefit the All American Adventure Program, which promotes resilience and mental health for at-risk active-duty Paratroopers and Veterans of the 82nd Airborne Division. The program provides access to counseling resources and restorative outdoor experiences such as kayaking, hiking, and equine therapy.

Event Location

Start/Finish:

McDeeds Creek Elementary

2953 Camp Easter Road

Southern Pines, NC 28387

Event parking is available on-site at McDeeds Creek Elementary.

Event Format & Start Times

This is a charity ride and is not officially timed, though race clocks will be present for reference.

Staggered Starts:

100K Ride – 8:00 AM

64K Ride – 8:10 AM

34K Ride – 8:20 AM

Cyclists of all ages are welcome to participate at their own risk. Minors should be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

Routes

34K (24.2 miles)

PFP ALT 34K

https://www.strava.com/routes/3412389877102214494

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/53835055

64K (40.7 miles)

PFP ALT 64K

https://www.strava.com/routes/3412450651806677790

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/53839433

100K (64.0 miles)

PFP ALT 100K

https://www.strava.com/routes/3412394763913354014

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/53832201

Safety Information

Tail lights and Helmets are required for all riders and must be ANSI- or CPSC-approved.

This is an open-road ride. Riders must obey all traffic laws and ride safely at all times.

SAG trail vehicles will follow the last rider on each route to provide support as needed.

Packet Pickup

Early Packet Pickup:

📍 82nd Airborne Division Association

2915 Raeford Road (STE 201)

Fayetteville, NC 28303

📅 April 13–17, 2026

⏰ 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Same-Day Packet Pickup & Registration:

📍 McDeeds Creek Elementary

⏰ Begins at 6:30 AM on event day

Registration Information

Online Registration: $65

Online Registration Closes: 11:59 PM on April 17, 2026

Same-Day Registration:

Online 12:00 AM on April 18, 2026

On-Site begins at 6:30 AM

$75 registration fee

Refund Policy:

Refunds may be considered for emergencies or extenuating circumstances.

What’s Included

Event T-shirt included with registration

T-shirts are guaranteed only for participants registered by April 1, 2026

Water and snacks

Two on-course water and snack resupply points

Custom Event Association Water bottles are not included but will be available for purchase.

Amenities

Portable restrooms and handwashing stations will be available at McDeeds Creek Elementary.

On-Site Bike Support will be available.

Food Available

Enjoy post-ride food from Blue Suede BBQ:

Pulled Pork BBQ Plate (sandwich, fries, and drink)

$15 per plate

Learn more about Blue Suede BBQ:

https://www.bluesuedebbq.com/

Event Merchandise

Cycling jerseys and additional apparel are available for purchase through the event storefront. The storefront can be accessed by using the link and password below, or you can click the circle shaped photo of the jersey on the homepage.

Storefront Link:

https://jakroo.com/store-front?storeId=BJwOJPtpel

Access Code: pfp2026 (lowercase)

Donations & Sponsorship

Donations of any size are welcome and help directly support the All American Adventure Program.

Please visit the donation page for additional sponsorship opportunities.

Volunteers

Volunteers are essential to the success of this event.

If you would like to volunteer, please visit the main race page, click the "Volunteer" tab at the top, and from there, you will see volunteer opportunities. If you have any questions, please email:

execsec@82ndairborneassociation.org or admin@82ndairborneassociation.org

Contact Information

82nd Airborne Association

📍 2915 Raeford Road, Suite 201 (2nd Floor)

Fayetteville, NC 28303

📧 Email: execsec@82ndairborneassociation.org

📞 Phone: 910-223-1182

🌐 Website: https://82ndairborneassociation.org

Join us for a meaningful ride that supports healing, strength, and connection for our Paratroopers and Veterans.

All the Way!

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