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Bicycle Touring Club of North Jersey
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Sun, Aug 30, 2026 at 7:00 AMSee full details
Registration March 15 to August 27, 2026!
Choose from six beautiful routes: 12, 25, 50, 62, 100, or 125 miles -- through the farm and lake country of northern and western New Jersey.
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Scenic routes, GPS files and cue sheets
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Post-ride lunch, with vegetarian and gluten-free options, will be available for riders until 5:00 PM
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Fully stocked rest stops
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Roving SAG wagons/bike maintenance by local bike shops
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Free 4-month BTCNJ membership for non-members
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The Ramapo Rally goes on -- rain or shine!
Good news for non-BTCNJ members! Your Ramapo Rally registration fee also includes a special membership to BTCNJ. You will be able to access our ride schedule and find other member-specific information. Instructions as to how to activate your BTCNJ membership will be included in the confirmation email you will receive.
You can ride on your own or join escorted rides, which will leave at predetermined times on Rally morning. All riders under the age of 18 years old must be escorted by a parent or guardian. Experienced BTCNJ ride leaders will lead rides for the 12-, 25- and 50-mile routes. The 50-, 62-, 100-, and 125-mile routes will have experienced BTCNJ marshals. All century and 125-mile route riders must depart by 8:00 a.m. All riders must finish by 4:30 p.m.
Registered riders can pick up cue sheets at check-in, and there will be knowledgeable advisers to answer questions. Links to GPS files will be available on the “Routes” Tab ( www.ramaporally.com ) one week before the Rally. Please take a look at BTCNJ’s 2026 Ramapo Rally Guide for Riders for additional information.
Remember to visit www.ramaporally.com frequently for updates on routes, meeting times and other information you should know before the day of the rally.
12-mile route
This is a ride for beginners and families on a route with 450 feet of elevation, travels through mostly residential streets and has a few rolling hills to test your energy. There will be one rest stop available for this route. Max grade is 5.1%, Route description is Rolling to flat.
25-mile route
This is a ride for beginners ready to try a longer distance to intermediate cyclists able to keep an average of 9 mph and above on a route with 1,058 feet of elevation that will challenge you with some rolling hills. There will be one rest stop available for this route. Max grade is 5.6%, Route description is rolling.
50-mile route
This ride is for intermediate cyclists able to keep an average of 11 mph and above on a route with 1,816 feet of elevation that will offer rolling to moderately hilly sections. There will be two rest stops servicing this route. Max grade is 6.7%, Route description is rolling.
62-mile route
This route is a classic metric for intermediate to experienced cyclists able to ride at averages of 13 mph and above on a route with 2,908 feet of elevation and a mix of moderate and hilly terrain. This route will be serviced by three rest stops. Max grade is 9.1%, Route description is hilly to moderately hilly.
100-mile route
The Ramapo Rally century is for experienced and skilled cyclists able to ride at averages of 14 mph and above on a route with 4,993 feet of elevation and some challenging hills. There will be four rest stops servicing this route. Max grade is 8.5%, Route description is hilly to moderately hilly.
125-mile route
This double metric is for experienced and skilled cyclists capable of reaching averages of 16 mph and above on a route with 6,227 feet of elevation and several challenging long and steep hills. Five rest stops will be available for this route. Max grade is 10.9%, Route description is hilly to moderately hilly.
The BTCNJ Ramapo Rally will follow any New Jersey State health guidelines that are in place on the day of the event. We want the Ramapo Rally to be as safe as possible for participants and volunteers. We will do our best to provide you with a fantastic, fun, and safe day riding with your friends, family and fellow members of the cycling community.
Event details and schedule
Check-in is open from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Century and 125-mile riders are required to be on the road before 8:00 a.m. All riders must return to the start site by 5:00 p.m.
Check www.ramaporally.com for the schedule of escorted rides and other information pertinent to the event. All riders must wear helmets.
Make sure to bring a copy of the confirmation of your registration, a bike in good condition, water bottles and a helmet.
On arrival, you will be directed where to park. Make sure to check in at registration to receive your bib, wristband (required for rest stop goodies and lunch). Cue sheets will also be available near the registration area.
Refunds will be granted on a case-by-case basis. Absolutely no refunds will be given after July 31, 2026.
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Distance: 2 km from RidgewoodAug 15 – 16, 2026 at 7:00 AM
Randonneuring—non-competitive, long-distance cycling, where you follow a pre-planned route and attempt to finish within a set time-limit—is a great way to test your endurance, navigational skills, and fortitude.
Please Note: It is possible for riders to be out on the route beyond sunset. For those riders, lighting and reflective gear are required.
Please refer to the Rules for Lighting and Guidelines on Reflectivity
The full Randonneurs USA Rules for Riders may be found here.
Event details and schedule
Sat - August 15 - 6:30 am: Rider Check-In for 400K and 600K
6:55 am: Last-minute instructions from the organizer
7:00 am: START!
Sun - August 16 - 6:30 am: Rider Check-In for 200K
10:00am Sunday: Cut-Off Time for an official 400K finish.
8:30pm Sunday: Cut-Off Time for an official 200K finish.
11:00pm Sunday: Cut-Off Time for an official 600K finish.
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Distance: 14.1 km from RidgewoodSun, Sep 27, 2026 at 9:00 AM
The Palisades Half is back for 2025 and this year, we are thrilled to introduce an additional 8K mixed-terrain run! Both races will take place on Sunday, September 21st. Join for a stunning 13.1 mile paved run with over 1,000 ft of elevation along the Palisades ridge, or experience the rugged cliffs with a shorter 8 kilometer mixed-terrain adventure run along the shore trail, the Long Path, and the rocky cliff climbs in between.
Both the Palisades Half and 8K will begin and end at the Ross Dock Picnic Area in the Palisades Interstate Park in Fort Lee, NJ. Car parking at Ross Dock will be available but limited to reservations made through the runsignup registration portal. Regular shuttle services between uptown Manhattan and the Start/Finish Line will be available before and throughout the event, and free bicycle parking will be offered on site.
All proceeds benefit the Palisades Parks Conservancy and the network of 29 parks and historic sites that we serve, from the GW Bridge to the Catskill Mountains.
DETAILED COURSE MAP
RUNNER ARRIVAL INFO
Upon arrival at Ross Dock Picnic Area, water and restrooms will be available with additional restrooms in the corrals at the starting zone.
HALF ARRIVAL TIME: The Half Marathon race will begin at 9:00 AM. We encourage Half Marathon runners to arrive between 6:45 AM and 8:00 AM.
8K ARRIVAL TIME: The 8K Trail run will begin at 9:30 AM. We encourage 8K runners to arrive between 7:30 AM and 8:30 AM.
WHAT TO BRING
Bag check will be available for any personal items. Food will be provided after the race and hydration will be provided along the course. However, you must bring your own snacks or energy packets if you wish to fuel along the course.
All participants should arrive prepared with a digital or printed copy of their registration confirmation email and any form of ID.
If you need your confirmation email resent, login to your runsignup account portal > Go to the Image Icon in the upper right corner and select "Profile" from the dropdown > select "resend confirmation email"
CHECK-IN & BIB/T-SHIRT PICK UP
Bib and t-shirt pick up will take place the morning of race day when you check-in at Ross Dock Picnic Area. No other bib & t-shirt pick up times will be offered ahead of race day, so it is critical to arrive at Ross Dock with adequate time for check in and race bib/t-shirt retrieval as there may be a line. Bag check and bike valet will be available at check-in.
GETTING TO THE START LINE
BY CAR:
Parking will be within a half mile walk to the Start/Finish area at Ross Dock Picnic Area. Car parking for runners will open at 6:45 am and close at 8:45 am. Runners that drive in after 8:45 AM may not be admitted to the race. Parking passes have been sent and must be printed and displayed on the car dash for entry.
Directions: Please enter from the south end of the park in Edgewater, NJ at the intersection of River Road and Henry Hudson Drive (map link for the entrance). Inform the race staff & security at the gate that you are arriving for the Palisades Half Marathon + 8k Trail Run and display your parking pass.
Approaching from the South on River Road, take a right turn onto Henry Hudson Drive. Follow Henry Hudson drive for ¾ of a mile under the GWB and keep right at the traffic circle. Follow the road down to the Ross Dock Picnic Area where staff will provide parking directions.
Approaching from the North on the Palisades Interstate Parkway, take the exit toward GWB/NY and keep right for the exit to Hudson Terrace and turn left. Follow Hudson Terrace for approximately one mile. Turn left onto Henry Hudson Drive and follow the road down to the Ross Dock Picnic Area where staff will provide parking directions.
BY RIDE SHARE:
Pickup/drop off will be at Ross Dock Circle located on Henry Hudson Drive between the GWB and Ross Dock Picnic Area.
NYC SHUTTLE:
A shuttle service will be available on race day, running between 168th & Broadway and the start/finish line. Runners can also book bus seats for spectators through their Runsignup account portal.
Bus Schedule:
168th/Broadway to Ross Dock Picnic Area
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Bus 1 leaves at 6:30am - Recommended for Half Marathon Runners
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Bus 2 leaves at 7:15am - Half Marathon & Trail Runners
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Bus 3 leaves at 8am - Exclusively Trail Runners
Ross Dock Picnic Area to 168th/Broadway
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Bus 1 leaves at 11:00 AM
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Bus 2 leaves at 12:00 PM
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Bus 3 leaves at 1:00 PM
SPECTATOR ZONE
Friends and family that wish to attend the race as spectators can gather at the Ross Dock Picnic Area where the Finish Festival will take place. Spectator parking opens at 9:45 AM. Spectators do not require parking passes but may be directed to overflow parking, which is a 5-10 minute walk away from the Finish Zone. Spectators are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets, and picnics. Food and beverage offerings will be limited to runners.
COURSE ADVISORIES
8K TRAIL RUN
The 8K Trail Run is new this year, and we are excited for you to pilot this beautiful course! Keep in mind that this is a mixed-terrain course and there are sections that are moderately technical. Runners will encounter steep and uneven stone steps, rocky switchbacks, stretches of pavement, grass, gravel, and pathways alongside steep cliff drop-offs. Certain sections will require slowing down to a walk or hike and, at times, moving in single file for safety. These areas will be clearly marked with signage, and volunteers will be present to direct runners along the way.
HALF MARATHON
In summer of 2024, a severe storm caused road damage along the Palisades Half Marathon route. Road conditions have improved since last year, but there are still some remaining sections of uneven pavement with exposed bricks, bumps, and depressions. The road conditions last for half a mile between mile markers 2 and 3, and between mile markers 11 and 12. Take note of caution signs and volunteer warnings as you approach and traverse the rough road section.
We appreciate your understanding of imperfect route conditions! The Palisades Half + 8K is a nonprofit event that supports the Palisades Parks System of 29 Hudson Valley parks, many of which are increasingly vulnerable to severe weather events. Thank you for supporting the parks!
VOLUNTEERS
We are still actively recruiting volunteers for race day. Our volunteer crews help the race run smoothly by supporting check-in, running water stations, and providing guidance along the course. If friends or family wish to volunteer on race day, please ask them to fill out this form with their information and availability.
Cancelation, Refund & Transfer Policy
All registration fees for this race are put directly toward the Palisades Parks Conservancy nonprofit's work of protecting, preserving, and enhancing the Palisades Parks. At this time, we cannot offer refunds or deferrals. We understand that injuries, emergencies, and obligations can come up. If you cannot attend the race, you may reach out to [email protected] to transfer your registration to another person who can run in your place.
The event will go on rain or shine, in the event of extreme inclement weather conditions or other unforeseen circumstances, the race will be canceled and all registration fees will be converted to donations to support the Palisades Parks preservation work. We appreciate your understanding and your contributions to our small organization!
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