Ride for Roswell Cycling Routes
Whether you’re a casual bike rider or an experienced cyclist, Ride for Roswell has something for you—ranging from family friendly to challenging. All routes start and finish at Baird Point. Routes will close at 2 p.m. Riders still on the road at that time will be advanced by vehicle to Baird Point.
All rides start and finish at Baird Point on UB’s North Campus (except for Extra Mile and Peloton Ride Club.)
Choosing the Right Route
The 3-Mile Family Fun Ride
The Family Fun Ride is our newest route for a great family adventure! Hook up those trailers! Tighten those training wheels! Put on those helmets and buckle your baby-seat belts for the ultimate family ride experience. Featuring a special rest stop, various team mascots and other exciting attractions, it will travel along the eastern portion of the Amherst Bike path. Once families have completed the Family Fun Ride, we encourage them to join us at Baird Point. Our Family Area will showcase a tricycle race, crafts, food and games!
8 Mile Creekside Ride
For families, kids, and riders who want a shorter route. Travel the bike path along Ellicott Creek, then back along lightly traveled roads, through the woods, and past the ponds in the Audubon community. Allow 1 to 2 hours. | map
20 Mile River Ride
You’ll take bike paths along Ellicott Creek, Two Mile Creek, the Niagara River, and through the woods of the Audubon community, all linked by lightly traveled roads. Allow 1.5 to 3 hours. | map
30 Mile Ride
This is an extension of the 20-mile route with beautiful views along the Niagara River before rejoining the 20 in the City of Tonawanda on its way back to UB. Allow 2 to 4 hours. | map
33 Mile Ride
This travels the same open roads as the 44 and 62.5-mile routes for its first 15.6 miles, and then reconnects with both a few miles further along. Head out through Clarence Center, then return through tree-covered parkland to discover three of the nicest biking roads in Erie County. Allow 2 to 4 hours. | map
44 Mile Akron Route
This follows most of the traditional 33-mile route, adding another 11 miles into Akron Falls Park before it heads back through Clarence along some of the nicest biking roads in Erie County. It’s ideal for riders who want more of a challenge. | map
62.5 Mile Alabama Ride
So called because it skirts the Alabama Swamps in Orleans County along the ride’s most scenic and challenging route. For experienced cyclists or fit enthusiasts only! Only riders with experience riding long distances and with bikes in top shape should ride the 62.5 mile route. Allow 3 to 7 hours. | map
100-Mile Century Ride
The 100-Mile Ride returns! It follows the 62.5-mile route for 33 miles, then branches off and crosses the Erie Canal and heads north to Lake Ontario and the Golden Hill State Park rest stop. It rejoins the 62.5-mile route with 36 miles left to the UB Campus and Baird Point. An epic ride!
The route is flat and has seven rest stops, each with plenty of energy foods, water and VERY energetic, enthusiastic volunteers. They'll be sure to thank you for your participation in The Ride for Roswell, so please thank them for their help as well.
The 100-Mile Route is for experienced cyclists only - you should be able to ride for an extended length of time at no less than 15 mph. Please note that after it separates from and until it rejoins the 62.5-mile route, the 100-Mile will have SAG support but no intersection control. Riders should also be prepared for two, 25-mile stretches between rest stops before and after Golden Hill State Park.
* IMPORTANT: All riders MUST pre-qualify for the 100-Mile Century Ride. Riders may accomplish this by demonstrating proof of having ridden in another 100-mile ride in 8 hours or less or a 62.5-mile ride in 5 hours or less. Proof can include a copy of your event registration form or your numbered event bib (or a copy of it). Please bring a copy of your proof of experience with you on Ride day.
WNY rides in the spring that will allow you to qualify include Tom’s Pro Bike’s Spring Ride; The Ride For Missing Children; The Tour de Cure and other rides with 62.5 mile routes or more. Riders may also qualify by riding the RFR 62.5-mile route pre-ride the week before The Ride. Register for the Pre-Ride by emailing RideForRoswell@roswellpark.org.
12-Mile Extra Mile Club Peloton Ride
This route is reserved for $1,000+ fundraisers. A send-off from patients and staff at Roswell Park Cancer Institute will be followed by a police escorted tour of “the best of Buffalo”. Upon arrival at Baird Point, riders can continue on to another route, or call it a day. | map
Bike Route Rest Stops
Each route has frequent rest stops with restrooms, snacks, beverages, and enthusiastic supporters! Sag wagons and bike mechanics are also available along the way.
Bike Readiness
Please get your bike in a good working condition before the ride. Bike mechanics are available on the day of the ride for breakdowns and emergencies only; routine service and parts will be available for a fee.
