3 cycling events in Hamilton Township, New Jersey

THE ADVENTURE TRI IS BACK!!!! This race is a unique twist on the traditional triathlon. You can Paddle, Mountain Bike and Trail Run through Estelle Manor

• FInisher Medals for everyone.

• Free Race Photos

• Kayak rental is available. If you need one please purchase as an add on to registration.

• Bike course can be completed with a hybrid but we recommend using a mountain bike.

• Free kids run. No registration needed. Finisher medal for all kids who run.

• Trail runs are on flat trails. Trails are a mix of hard packed and sand.

Kayak Triathlon Distances

1 mile Kayak, 9 mile Mountain Bike, & 5k Run

Duathlon Distances

1 mile Run, 9 Mile Mountain Bike, & 5kRun

Aquabike Distances

1 mile Kayak & 9 mile Mountain Bike

Bike TT

2 loops of the bike course

No double-dipping or duplicate awards, awards may vary based on event, category, attendance, etc.

Triathlon Awards

Overall: Top 3 Male & Female

Age Groups: Top 3 Male & Female

15-19, 20- 29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

Duathlon Awards

Overall: Top 3 Male & Female

Age Groups: Top 3 Male & Female

15-19, 20- 29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

Aquabike Awards

Overall: Top 3 Male & Female

Relay Awards

Overall: Top 3 Male and Female

Overall: Top 3 Male & Female

USAT INFORMATION

This is a USAT Sanctioned event. All participants must have an active USAT Membership that has not expired before the conclusion of the event and must follow all USAT rules and guidelines.

Membership Types (click for more information)

• Bronze: One Day Membership

• Silver: Annual Membership w/ Benefits

• Gold: Annual Membership w/ Expanded Benefits

• Platinum: Annual Membership w/ Premium Benefits

Common Rules and Information

• ALL athletes are required to show photo ID. NO ID, NO RACE, NO EXCEPTIONS!

• Youth (17 and under) athletes without an ID must be accompanied by a parent/guardian with a photo ID

• Annual members are required to bring their membership card every time they compete in a USAT Sanctioned event.

• You can download and print out a temporary membership card: https://membership.usatriathlon.org/Member/ViewMemberCard

• Athletes may only pick up their own packets. Under no circumstances may an athlete pick up a packet for another person.

• No drafting: a maximum of 15 seconds will be allowed to complete a pass through the draft zone of another athlete

• Headphones are prohibited

• No riding in transition at any time

• Helmets/Chin straps must be worn securely fastened at all times while in possession of your bike. This means before, during, and after the event. This also means from the time you remove your bike from the rack at the start of the bike leg, until after you have placed your bike on the rack at the finish of the bike leg.

• Verbal or physical abuse of others is not acceptable or tolerated. Participants shall refrain from unsportsmanlike conduct at all times while at the event and during competition, including the use of abusive language; violent acts; intentional misconduct; or any intimidating behavior directed toward, including but not limited to participants, officials, event staff, volunteers and spectators.

**Race is produced by Even Kiel Racing

Register for New Jersey's 1st Annual Bike Ride & Beer Festival 2026! BIKES & BEERS Cycling Event Series is back at BENT IRON BREWING for the Best Bike Ride & Beer Event in the business! Ride a 15, 30, or 45-mile route through the beautiful area of Hamilton Township, NJ followed by a post-ride Beer Festival! Bikes & Beers HAMILTON TOWNSHIP is the area's premier cycling event departing from BENT IRON BREWING and traveling the scenic roads of Central Jersey outside Trenton, NJ. All rides feature morning fuel stations, marked routes, GPS turn-by-turn instruction, rest stops, refreshments, ride marshals, and SAG support. Finish back at BENT IRON BREWING for a beer festival atmosphere of rewarding craft beers, live music, a charity raffle & much more!

This is a ride for everyone - All riding levels are welcome!

WHAT IS BIKES & BEERS:

• Pick your ride distance and create a team of friends & family (optional)

• Mark your calendar for a fun day of cycling and craft beer!

• Pre-Ride:

• Check-in a half hour before your start time

• We'll provide parking & further ride info in email instructions

• Enjoy free coffee & fresh pastries

• Local bike shops offering last-minute tune-ups

• The Ride:

• Ride your distance with ride leaders

• Fully marked routes & GPS turn-by-turn instructions

• Mechanical support vehicle

• Rest stops with snacks & refreshments

• Post Ride:

• It's time to enjoy (2) complimentary beers on us!

• Official co-branded Bikes & Beers Pint Glass for every rider

• Bikes & Beers high-quality neoprene koozies

• Enjoy the food trucks, live music, games

• Check out our Bikes & Beers merch tent & snack stand

• Live raffle with $3,000+ in prizes!

• Join & Post your photos on our Facebook Page

• Keep in touch with your newly made cycling friends!

*Further event information will be communicated in emails after registration and in the days and weeks leading up to event day!

WHAT YOU'LL GET:

• Official Bikes & Beers X BENT IRON BREWING 2026 Pint Glass

• (2) BENT IRON BREWING Craft Beers are ON US!

• High-Quality Neoprene Beer Koozies

• Raffle Ticket with a Chance to WIN PRIZES!

• Collectible Bike Plate - Event Photos!

• Unique Pretzels & Athletic Non-Alcoholic Beer

• Entry into the Post-Ride Party with LIVE MUSIC, RAFFLE, GAMES, FOOD TRUCKS & MORE!

FEATURES OF OUR 2026 EVENTS:

• PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHERS - At least (3) photographers will be snapping pics of your Bikes & Beers experience during pre-ride, during the ride, and post-ride! We have amazing photo ops!

• NON-ALCOHOLIC BEER OPTIONS - Still want to ride with us but don't want the alcohol? We now have Athletic Brewing sponsoring all our events! Looks for the blue tent and cooler full of flavorful non-alcoholic brews!

• COLLECTABLE BIKE PLATES - At check-in, you'll receive a collectible event wristband and bike plate designed just for this event! They look awesome!

• SPONSOR SNACKS & GIVEAWAYS - Morning coffee, fresh pastries, post-ride pretzel necklaces, recovery protein & much more!

IT'S A CELEBRATION OF CYCLING AND CRAFT BEER!

Riders will also receive a free raffle ticket for a chance to win a brand-new bike and a ton of other prizes including a private brewery tour and cycling gear!

Benefitting Cystic Fibrosis Foundation to help improve the cycling conditions in your area. Have fun, and give back!