WHAT IS IT?

Cranksgiving is a free food drive on two wheels. Part bike ride and part food drive that’s has been held annually nationally since 1999.

All food collected will benefit Dare to Care Food Bank's food pantry at Catholic Enrichment Center which is part of their Produce, Pantry, and Commodities Programs.

HOW DOES IT WORK?

Riders of all ages and skill levels receive a map of nearby grocery stores and ride their bikes – regardless of weather — to designated grocery stores to purchase one or more food items specified on list. Everything purchased must be hauled by bicycle, either in a bag, pannier, rack, or trailer.

You will return to the park to donate the food you collected. All donated items will benefit the Dare to Care Food Bank's food pantry at Catholic Enrichment Center, which is part of its produce, pantry, and commodities programs.

Be prepared to spend about $15 (or however much you can) and ride between .5-6 miles.

Be sure to tell your friends. Use #cranksgivinglouisville.

Participating is easy as 1-2-3:

1- Register here. Link: coming soon!

2-Print the Food Items List and Shop.

Food Items List: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WfZbZA89oIjpRB6OojE8paofN5leEXjc-C0wRfZ56tM/edit?fbclid=IwAR0sgSX6bsylLtU1tyvnDZmDPM4UxXWrz-gdzAomC2X4DkAmnNs7yM7YiFw&tab=t.0

Drop off food items at Willow Park in the back of designated trunks of vehicles between 11am and 3pm.

11:00-11:30AM – Registration, Instructions, Pass out food list, plus raffle and giveaways

11:00AM-3PM – Ride and food drive, return to park with food items

WHAT TO BRING?

1. Bike Lock

2. Something to carry food in: a basket, pannier or backpack should do

3. About $10 to $15 to purchase food items

4. Helmet

WHAT’S THE ROUTE?

There's no set route for the event but the Louisville Bicycle Club has created routes to local retailers. Participants will be given a list of stop locations. Event begins and ends at Willow Park.

WHAT’S THE ROUTE?

There's no set route for the event, but the Louisville Bicycle Club has planned routes for anyone not familiar with the locations on our list. Below is a link to each route in the LBC Ride with GPS account. Users can download the Ride with GPS app for their bike computer or use their mobile device to navigate. Be sure to use this link: https://ridewithgps.com/auto_approve/Event/337082/thfVvTHtD9CKfYORWtXkhXEkzExhrCbYEvent begins and ends at Willow Park.

LBC Ride Credit: Yes (15 miles)

Ride Captain: David Frey

Register Here: https://runsignup.com/tourdelou 

SIGN-IN SHEET WILL BE AT THE RED LBC TENT AT THE START FINISH/LINE AREA

REGISTER HERE! - Click here for the 15% off Louisville Bicycle Club discount code. Not a member? Join here! 

Get Ready to Roll!

The Kentucky Derby Festival is once again partnering with the Louisville Bicycle Club to produce the PNC Tour de Lou on Sunday, April 11.

Participants will have the opportunity to bike in-person, as well as the option to participate virtually. The 14th annual PNC Tour de Lou is a unique way to explore Louisville on two wheels while passing through some of the city’s scenic parks, neighborhoods and historic sites with cyclists from all across the country.

2027 Ride Highlights:

• The Start and Finish is staying at the Big Four Lawn
• Ride open to anyone, from beginners to seasoned cyclist
• 12-, 25-, 35-, and 62.1-mile distance options
• Rest Stops every 10-15 miles with hydration, nutrition, mechanical support and restroom facilities
• FREE training program (must register separately)
• Spectacular view of the Derby City
• Medical and Mechanical support for your entire ride
• Open courses follow the rules of the road, with no road closures

SIGN-IN SHEET WILL BE AT THE RED LBC TENT AT THE START FINISH/LINE AREA

Distance Options

As always, the Festival’s annual cycling event is for riders of all levels of experience, with four separate cycling distances:

📍 Event Routes:

• 62.1 Miles (Metric Century) – Ideal for advanced riders or those looking for a challenge: 8 AM
• 35 Miles – Ideal for moderate/experienced riders: 8:15 AM
• 25 Miles – Ideal for beginners to intermediate: 8:30 AM
• 12 Miles – Ideal for beginners or those new to cycling: 9:00 AM
• Virtual Ride – 12, 25, 35, and Metric Century Options (Find more info here!)

View All Routes: 

Packet Pick-Up Information

When: TBD

Where: TBD

Day of packet pick-up will be available at the Big Four Lawn. We suggest that you arrive no later than 30 minutes prior to your ride to get ready to go!

Ride Captain: Erik Helton

Post Ride Party

All participants can celebrate after the ride at the Post Ride Party!

Cyclists can enjoy live entertainment and a sweet treat while they cheer on cyclists to the Finish Line. Plus, riders (ages 21 and older) will enjoy a post-ride beverage.

🙌 Finally, a huge THANK YOU to all of our Louisville Bicycle Club members who led the PNC Tour de Lou Training Program and who will be out supporting riders on Saturday. You make this event possible! 💙

This is a charity ride that has a minimum fundraiser of $400. 

Make sure you join our Louisville Bicycle Club Bike to Beat Cancer team HERE so we can show support for this great cause. 

Route Distance: 15, 35, or 65 miles

Starting Location:  Norton Cancer Institute - Brownsboro - 4955 Norton Healthcare Blvd, Louisville, KY 40241

Route Description: 

Choose from 15, 35, or 65miles! We have an option to fit your activity level. To help you choose, think about it this way: A leisurely bike ride is about 10-15 miles per hour. Could you ride for one hour? Two hours? Three hours? More?

Keep in mind that relief is only 15 miles away. Our pit stops are spaced about 15 miles apart, where you can park, stretch your legs, use the restroom and get something to eat or drink.

Finally, remember you should enjoy yourself — but challenge yourself. You are doing this for those who cannot. You are taking on the challenge in solidarity with those who are fighting the biggest fight of their lives.

Choose your distance

Never cycled before? We recommend the 5-mile or 15-mile option.

Cycled some, but it’s been a while? Try the 15- or 35-mile option. These are great distances for active beginners to novice riders.

Frequent cycler? The 65-mile ride is for you. This longer distance can be rewarding for people who cycle regularly or enjoy fitness.

Registration Fee: 5-mile rider registration is $10. 5-, 15-, 35-, & 65-mile rider registration is $50. Cancer survivors ride for free. Click here for more details on the minimum fundraising requirements.

Join the Louisville Bicycle Club Bike to Beat Cancer team: https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/bike-to-beat-cancer

Ride Distance: 15-, 35-, or 65-mile supported ride

Elevation Gain: 
15-mile: 746
35-mile: 2,046
65-mile: 4,251

Surface Type: Road

Starting Location: Norton Cancer Institute Brownsboro - 4955 Norton Healthcare Blvd, Louisville, KY 40241

Ride with GPS Routes: (added to LBC Ride with GPS account so you can use your account for turn-by-turn)

5-Mile Route: TBD

15-Mile Route: TBD

35-Mile Route: TBD

65-Mile Route: TBD

    
LBC Ride Credit: Yes

Ride Captain: Erik Helton - 502.759.7234 or Erik.Helton@LouisvilleBicycleClub.org

Sign-in Sheet Location: I will be in the parking lot off Angies Way indicated by the large yellow box. Click Here for Location Image ---> https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/resources/Pictures/event-images/bike-to-beat-cancer/BTBC-LBC-Parking-Sign-in-sheet.png