Rise Up Racing's 4th Annual Happy Valley Preview Ride

Rise Up Racing's 4th Annual Happy Valley Preview Ride Race Information

<p>Below are the key details for the ride on May 23, 2026. Please read carefully and plan accordingly.</p> <p><strong>Ride Times &amp; Arrival</strong></p> <ul><li>Ride departures will be at 8:00am and 9:00am, weather pending.<br />All riders must meet at Beaver Stadium – Lot 44 at 2 Porter Rd, State College, PA 16801<br />You are required to arrive one hour before your selected ride time.</li></ul> <p>Example: If you’re riding at 8:00am, you must arrive by 7:00am.<br />Parking</p> <ul><li>Download the ParkMobile app ahead of time to pay for parking.</li><li>You must park with your license plate facing the drive aisle to avoid being ticketed.</li></ul> <p><strong>Carpooling &amp; Transportation Logistics</strong></p> <p><br />Carpooling is a key part of this ride and only works if everyone helps.</p> <p>Riders with bike racks or the ability to transport bikes may be asked to help transport riders and bikes to Bald Eagle.<br />Some cars will remain at Beaver Stadium, while others will transport riders/bikes to Bald Eagle.<br />A volunteer will be on-site to help organize vehicles and loading.<br />Once riders return to Beaver Stadium, a volunteer will wait with bikes while drivers retrieve cars left at Bald Eagle.<br />Please budget extra time to assist with the carpooling process.</p> <p><br /><strong>Aid Station &amp; Ride Support</strong></p> <p>One aid station will be available after the long climb around mile 41 (off W Church Street).<br />Plan to carry enough nutrition and fluids to get you through the climb and early miles.<br />Aid station offerings may include snacks, bottle refills, endurance drinks, and fueling options. Sponsors and specifics will be announced closer to the event.</p> <ul><li>This ride is not SAG-supported.</li><li>Assistance with transportation or pickup may be available if needed.</li><li>Riders should be prepared to fix their own flat; otherwise, you may need to wait.</li></ul> <p><strong>Safety &amp; Ride Format</strong></p> <p>There will be a staggered start to reduce traffic:</p> <ul><li>Groups will be no larger than 10 riders.</li><li>Groups will depart approximately every 5 minutes.</li><li>Roads will not be closed.</li><li>This is a ride-at-your-own-risk event.</li><li>Waiver must be signed and turned in prior to the start (which will be emailed)</li></ul> <p><br /><strong>Cost &amp; Donations</strong></p> <p>The event is free, but donations are encouraged.<br />All funds raised will go directly to the Rise Up Racing Scholarship Fund, which helps reduce barriers and costs for athletes of all ages entering or staying in the sport.</p> <p><a href="https://buy.stripe.com/bJe7sM2G33mY2bG5pd7bW1y" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Donate here</a><br />Learn more about Rise Up Racing at <a href="https://www.riseupracing.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">www.riseupracing.com</a>.</p> <p><strong>Communication</strong></p> <p>Once registered, you will automatically be added to an email list where additional updates and reminders will be shared.<br />Thanks for being flexible, supportive, and ready for a great day of riding—we’re looking forward to it!</p>