The Roe Jan Ramble Bike Tour is a cycling event held on Saturday, September 19, 2026. It is located at 305 Mountain View Rd in Copake, New York.
Sat, Jun 27, 2026 at 8:30 AM
7.5 km from CopakeCycling Gravel Mountain Biking
Sun, Jun 28, 2026 at 8:00 AM
Welcome to the Stissing Triathlon in Pine Plains, New York. 2 hours north of NYC and halfway between the Hudson River and the New York/Connecticut border. You will find plenty of rolling hills and
serene landscapes tucked into this historical small town.
Sprint Triathlon & AquaBike:
800 yard swim; 12.6 mile hilly bike, 3.3 mile fast run.
Relay Teams of 2 or 3 are welcome for the Triathlon event only. Paratriathletes are welcome.
THERE ARE NO CUT-OFF TIMES!
***Please see FAQ's regarding bringing dogs to the race.
13 Miles 16 Miles Aquabike Cycling Run Swim Triathlon
Sun, Oct 11, 2026 at 6:30 AM
New England's Fall Classic, the Lime Rock Park Epic
Based at the legendary Lime Rock Park in Connecticut's Litchfield County, this gravel fondo showcasing waterfalls and covered bridges has emerged
as an autumn classic in the Berkshires. Perhaps the most beautiful ride in the region, this course and format are welcoming to riders of most abilities on a proper bike. For those who want to go hard, the timed segments will challenge them. For those looking for a nice fall tour, these roads will enrapture you…especially given the fall foliage that peaks earlier than the rest of New England.
All riders will start and finish on the fabled raceway near the Sam Posey Bridge, complete a lap on the raceway and then exit the venue. Riders will be offered three distances: The Epic (70 miles), the Explorer (55 miles) and the Express (25 miles). The Epic and Explorer will feature chip timed segments. Cumulative times across multiple segments will be compared for podium places. All riders will receive a meal and drink ticket for the post-ride celebration.
RETURNING FOR 2026: 5K Running Race to Support the Hole in the Wall Gang Camp. After the gravel riders depart the venue for the Epic and Explorer events, organizers will hand the venue over to our friends of the Berkshire Running Center to host a 5k running event on the fabled Lime Rock Park racetrack. To find out about that, click HERE.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES. Riders seeking discounted or comp entries may be able to provide volunteer service in exchange for such discounts. Parents of juniors are encouraged to do so. Contact [email protected] for more information.
PINK PATROL DOMESTIQUES WANTED! Would you like to ride the event and help out with getting differing levels of riders to the finish for a deep discount as part of our Pink Patrol? If so, come join our team and help make someone's experience better along the way. Domestiques are welcome and encouraged to ride at their own pace in the timed segments and will be considered for awards, if so desired. To be considered for this exciting opportunity to contribute, contact [email protected] for more information.
ENTRY DEFERMENT POLICY: While Domestique Events DOES NOT OFFER REFUNDS for any reason, organizers will allow entrants to either transfer their entry in the Lime Rock Park Epic to another person OR defer the entry to the 2027 Natchaug Epic being held March 27. Entries may only be deferred one time. The deadline to do so is 11:59 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 5. To request a deferment and/or transfer send email to [email protected].
The Routes
THE EPIC
70 miles, 5,200 ft of elevation, 20 sectors, 5 timed segments, 2 rest stops
If Ralph Lauren could design a bike ride, this might just be the product. With road names "Wildcat Hollow," "Dark Hollow", “Old Asylum,” and "Race Track," we knew that Paul and Bob found some good stuff for our course. And that's all BEFORE Rest Stop 1. The Epic will send riders north by The Great Falls along the Housatonic River before cutting "Between the Lakes." The route turns south and carries riders through several rolling gravel sectors to Sharon. Then we truly make it epic. A 3.3-mile gravel climb sets the tone before the long haulers whistle down a seven-mile "pedalers" descent, 3.5 of which is un-paved. The course offers some autumnal heaven along the river before spooning out a taste of hell: a 3-mile climb, most of which is unpaved, forces riders to grind out of the valley. The best of riders will be technically, aerobically and spiritually challenged. Regroup and recover at the top. The second rest stop, positioned in a classic Grange Hall converted into a fire house. From
there, a rider gets to celebrate a series of blissful ridges, eye-watering descents, scenic farmlands, a new challenging timed segment on Jeep track before dropping down to the covered bridge in West Cornwall. The final timed segment will be on the Lime Rock raceway and Rattlesnake Ridge in the opposite direction. Then come home to an amazing meal, friends and stories of the day with some cold ones.
NOTE: Epic riders are eligible for the team-based Berkshire Cup competition. (Details below)
THE EXPLORER
55 miles, 3700 ft of elevation, 14 sectors, 4 timed segments, 2 rest stops
The Explorer is comprised of the northern loop of the Epic route. The first half is fairly flat with the same gravel sectors. After the rest stop the challenging stuff really starts, with a 4.5-mile gravel step climb. This route provides riders a good taste of the Epic without suffering the agony of the Epic's descent into the infernal Kent Valley. The Explorer riders reconnect with the Epic route and enjoy the second rest stop together. Be warned, this route is truly a challenge for even an accomplished rider.
NOTE: PEDAL-ASSISTED E-BIKES ARE WELCOMED ON THE EXPLORER RIDE (but are EXCLUDED from any timed competitions).
THE EXPRESS
25 miles, 1000 ft of elevation, 5 sectors, no timed segments, lots of snack stops and clinics
The Express offers an approachable route for the "gravel curious." There are five unpaved sectors, three of which offer paved “bailouts.” The Pink Patrol, comprised of experienced ride leaders, will divide up the group based on skills and experience. While some will take on the challenging Mount Easter Loops, others may stay on the paved route for the “tap-out” option to the covered bridge. From there we will descend down to the picturesque West Cornwall Covered Bridge. There the route turns north to traverse the third unpaved sector of the ride, a flat three miles along the Housatonic River. Five miles of rolling roads with a photo stop and snacks at the Great Falls will bring you back to Lime Rock Park.
NOTE: PEDAL-ASSISTED E-BIKES ARE WELCOMED ON THE EXPRESS RIDE.
The Express will feature five unpaved sectors; approximately one fourth of the route is unpaved. There will be frequent photo stops with snacks. Riders will be timed but not scored.
THE BERKSHIRE CUP TEAM COMPETITION
There will be a team competition. To be eligible each member must register with their team affiliation. Team membership will be determined based on the 'Team/Club/Company' field during BikeReg checkout. Please ensure all team members use the same name for your team.
Rules are as follows:
There are two categories: Men and Women.
Men must have a minimum of four riders; women must have a minimum of three riders.
There is no maximum number of riders one team can have.
Only riders who enter and complete the Epic course and all five timed segments by 3 p.m. will be scored
Only the time of the fourth best rider of each men's team in each segment will be used for scoring. The aggregate of those scores will be tabulated for the team's result.
Only the time of the third best rider of each women's team in each segment will be used for scoring. The aggregate of those scores will be tabulated for the team's result.
Any combination of riders on a team can be scored. For example, a team may have different riders scored in each of the segments.
The overall individual results have no bearing on the team competition.
Only one men's and one women's team will be awarded the Berkshire Cup.
ENTRANTS TO RECEIVE
All paid entrants to the Lime Rock Park Epic will receive the following:
Free parking
Pre-ride mechanical support
SAG service
Rolling mechanical support courtesy of Speed and Sprocket and Comp Edge
Fully stocked rest stops featuring homemade and locally sourced food. Vegan and gluten free offerings made with love and affection.
One post ride meal featuring a chef prepared buffet featuring gluten free, vegetarian, and vegan offerings
One drink ticket to enjoy a cold brew or soft drink.
One amazing course with chip timing services provided by Holeshot Events.
Souvenir pint glass.
Awards presentation for the combined timed segments go to the top three Epic finishers in Open Men, Open Women, Men 45-plus, and Women 45-plus divisions.
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