Middleton to Festge Co. Park w/Post Ride Social

About this event

**Introduction:** Celebrate our 11th season with us on another day ride starting in Madison/Middleton. We'll head to Festge County Park for plenty of views and country roads. We hope to see you there! **Time:** 9:00 a.m. arrival, 9:15 a.m. departure **Skill level:** Intermediate. **Intended Pace:** 12 to 15 mph, no drop w/checkpoints for those who want to ride faster. **Length:** 35± mi. **Terrain:** 100% paved trails, roads, and streets with several rolling hills and mild climbs. Elevation difficulty: 6/10 **Parking:** Parisi Park, Middleton **Route:** [Mid-CP-Festge-26.](https://ridewithgps.com/routes/56750747) Ready for download. **Final Notes:** Riders must have signed the **[2026 Waiver and Contact Form](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/12ScREENgrbinZkNRguEjrg-UkkM6MkBkJ8Q0mQ8672Y/edit)**. ⚡ E-Bikes are welcome, but please reach out before reserving to ensure goals align. ⚡ Helmets, lights, proper nutrition, and hydration are all encouraged. A minimum of two 16 oz. bottles of water and two energy bars daily are good starting points. Participants should be prepared to ride the entire route at their own pace. *Please inform the leader if you abandon the ride or deviate significantly from the intended course.* We will cancel at least 1 hour in advance if the weather is bad. Please RSVP only if you plan to attend, and keep your RSVP up to date. ***This is for the small minority - most of you are great, but repeated no-shows occupying valuable spots may result in your ban from the group.*** We reserve the right to replace it with a similar event or cancel if there's low interest, current events, or poor trail or road conditions. ***Suggested Yearly Donation: $25***