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It will take place on Saturday, August 1st, 2026.
Christ the King serves as the exclusive location for packet pick up as well as the start and end point for all participants. Those taking our long route will still have the opportunity to experience Voyageur Park in De Pere, but it will no longer serve as a packet pick up or start and end point of our ride.
Packet pickup will be at Christ the King Church in Combined on Friday, July31st from 9:00am to 6:00pm. Packets are also available for pickup at Christ the King Church on Saturday, August 1st from 7:00am to 10:00am.
ROUTES STARTING/ENDING IN APPLETON:
12 mile - Click Here | 15 mile - Click Here | 29 mile - Click Here | 54 mile - Click Here
You should have received a registration confirmation email with your details. If not, please reach out to [email protected].
You can purchase merchandise for Bike to the Beat on-site during packet pickup and the day of the event. 
Yes, all trails and roads in the course are paved. There is no gravel.
We will have a fully trained paramedics team throughout the course who are specialized in dealing with medical situations with our event. The ride has marshals spread out across the ride to look after and help the riders through their journey. We ensure that there are breaks spaced out for riders to take a rest.
We will have seven food and beverage stations, plus refreshment stops located throughout the route.
Yes, there are plenty of stops along the course if you wish to take a break. All riders will also receive phone numbers to call, in case they're unable to complete the ride.
Yes, bike mechanics are available on route but as a rider it is your responsibility to ensure that your bike is roadworthy. Repairs will be basic, for example: Air, brakes and gear checks which will be carried out at the food/music stations. If you are unable to complete the ride with your bike, you can call one of the phone numbers (will be provided at ride time) to request a course transport vehicle to pick you up.
YES! For your safety, helmets are required and must be worn at all times while you are cycling. We recommend that you visit your local cycling shop as they will be able to advise you on the correct sized helmet to fit your head comfortably.
YES! We are strict on this rule. You will not be allowed to participate in Bike to the Beat without a helmet. All passengers must have a helmet, too (kids riding in trailers, carriers, etc.).
Certainly! But remember, everyone must be wearing a helmet.
There is no minimum age to participate - families are welcome! Note: be sure to register every participant in your family/team if they’d like a t-shirt. This includes kids riding in a bike seat, bike trailer, or trailer bike.
Yes, small dogs are allowed and must be in a bike basket or backpack, not on a leash beside your bike.
For those leaving from Combined Locks: please park in the Kimberly High School parking lot.
Food will vary from station to station and will include pizza, muffins, cheese curds, root beer floats, chicken wings, brats, sliders, ice cream, and more! Food items are subject to change without notice.
Unfortunately, there is no rain date and no refunds will be given due to inclement weather.
Check out our Bike to the Beat volunteer page to sign up.
Yes! The only bikes not allowed are motorized bicycles. However, battery assisted bicycles are fine.