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  • Distance: 8.1 km from Northampton
    Wed, Aug 19, 2026 at 5:30 PM
    CyclingCyclocross via BikeReg
  • Distance: 7 km from Northampton
    Sun, Sep 13, 2026 at 7:00 AM

    Connecticut Valley Century Ride – A Scenic & Meaningful Cycling Event!!

    Join us for the Connecticut Valley Century (COVAC)—an exciting and rewarding ride through Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Vermont. Whether you're a seasoned cyclist or a casual rider, choose from four scenic routes: 100, 75, 50, or 25 miles.

    • Date: Sunday, September 13, 2026

    • Start Time: 7:00 AM

    Explore the Beauty of the Connecticut River Valley

    Riders will traverse rolling terrain, passing farmland, waterfalls, and a charming covered bridge over the Green River near Greenfield, Massachusetts. The routes follow the West bank of the river to Brattleboro, Vermont, then cross into New Hampshire before returning along the East bank through picturesque landscapes.

    Ride for a Cause

    Organized by the Rotary Club of Amherst, this all-volunteer event supports the Amherst Rotary Good Works Fund, which provides local scholarships and funding for charitable programs throughout Hampshire County.

    Fundraise for a Cause Through Cycling!

    Do you have a favorite local charity you’d love to support? Now you can!

    We are a proud host of the Special Olympics Massachusetts Extra Mile Cycling event for Massachusetts. Last year, Kevin’s Krewe 2025 made an incredible impact—31+ riders and 330+ donors raised $46,107.00 for Special Olympics Massachusetts Extra Mile, using the COVAC supported ride platform.

    Join the movement—on your own terms!

    Fundraising is completely optional—you can participate in the ride just for the joy of cycling or take it a step further by supporting a cause close to your heart. Here’s how:

    • Register for the COVAC Ride.

    • Ride solo or with a team—you decide how you participate.

    • If you choose to fundraise, all donations can go directly to the charity of your choice or to the Rotary Club of Amherst Good Works Fund.

    The Rotary Club of Amherst Good Works Fund is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, meaning all donations made directly to the Rotary Club of Amherst Good Works Fund are tax-deductible.

    Whether you're riding for a cause or simply for the experience, you’ll be part of an unforgettable event. Let’s ride, make memories, and create positive change!

    Get Involved & Spread the Word

    Share the ride with your friends on Facebook (link at bottom of the page).

    Interested in joining the Rotary Club? Learn more about our mission [on our website].

    Since its founding in 1985 by the Franklin-Hampshire-Freewheelers Cycling Club, COVAC has promoted cycling in the Connecticut Valley while making a lasting impact on the community. In 2007, the Rotary Club of Amherst took the helm, continuing this meaningful tradition.

    Register Now & Secure Your Spot! – Sign up today and challenge yourself on a beautiful ride through the Connecticut River Valley.

    Ride Fees & Registration

    Secure your spot early to take advantage of discounted rates!

    • $40.00 – Pre-registration (Deadline: August 26, 2026)
    • Includes a free event T-shirt for all who register by this date.
    • $50.00 – Late registration (August 27 – September 10, 2026)

    • $60.00 – Day-of-event registration

    What's Included?

    Your registration fee covers:

    Supported SAG stops with snacks along the route.

    An after-ride Famous Hatfield Baked Potato loaded with all the fixings, plus a beverage.

    Complimentary Beer, courtesy of Four Seasons Wine and Liquor of Hadley.

    Event Details

    • Rain or Shine – No rain date. No refunds.

    • Helmet Required – All riders must wear helmets and follow traffic regulations.

    Start Times & Check-In

    Arrive during the designated times and start your ride when you're ready—there are no mass starts!

    100-mile & 75-mile routes: 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM

    50-mile route: 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM

    25-mile route: 8:30 AM – 9:00 AM

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  • Distance: 5.7 km from Northampton
    Fri, Oct 30, 2026 at 8:00 AM

    Friday Pre-Riding:

    Course will be open to all racers starting at 3 PM on Friday. Please do not ride on the course earlier in the day while train crossings are still being put in place, or during the course inspection clinic.

    Friday Course Inspection Clinic:

    Pre-ride Saturday’s course with Cycle-Smart coach Stephen Hyde. Ride and re-ride sections, get line and technique advice, and dial in the track. All levels are welcome.

    2 PM start, 90-minute clinic.

    Meet at the Cycle-Smart tent in the expo area.

    Number pick-up and registration notes

    There will be Friday night number pick-up and social hour for all categories from 6:30 to 8:30 PM at Northampton Bicycle. The bar at Northampton Bicycle, the Barb and Olive, will be open!

    Northampton Bicycle, 319 Pleasant St, Northampton, MA 01060

    All amateur categories will use the same number both days. Numbers are on the right Saturday, and on the left Sunday. Riders who lose their number will be issued new numbers on Sunday, but risk losing their call-up spot. UCI riders will get new numbers each day.

    $25 discount for a second race on the same race day.

    Registration opens at 7 am each day. Please be ready to show an active USAC license.

    Notes for Masters, Juniors and U23s

    U23s in the Elite fields will be recognized with an additional podium for the top 3 riders.

    U11s in the U13 field will be recognized with an additional podium for the top 3 riders.

    Fast U15 riders are welcome to race up and register for the U17 field.

    U15 and U13 boys and girls junior fields are staged and race separately for separate results with a 15-second gap.

    Fields in the UCI Junior waves are staged and race separately for separate results with a 15-second gap.

    40+ and 55+ Master Men/Open fields are staged and race separately for separate results with a 1-minute gap.

    U15s will race a shortened course that skips the traditional steep run-up and drop-off both days.

    Masters Women 40+/55+ are staged and race together for separate results. 4/Novice Women and Non-Binary/Open will start at 30-second gaps.

    Directions and Parking:

    Look Park, 300 N Main St, Florence, MA 01062

    Look Park parking fee is $10 for a weekend pass. Cash or check accepted.

    Interested in volunteering with the event for for setup, breakdown, course repair, or pedestrian crossings? We donate $10/hour to volunteers for all shifts: volunteersignup.org/JXCXT

    For more info, contact Cycle-Smart at [email protected].

    Lodging:

    For local hotel information: Visit Hampshire County

    Quality Inn and Suites Northampton-Amherst has a discounted rate for the race. Call (413) 586-1500 and mention the Cycle-Smart Cyclocross rate.

    Quality Inn & Suites Northampton- Amherst

    117 Conz Street Northampton MA 01060

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