Details
The Bicycling Fall Classic returns to Pennsylvania on September 29, 2019! Click a button below (or simply scroll down) to get all the essential details.
COURSES
Click the map of each course below to view an enlarged version! Click the button below each map to view an interactive map!
On Course Support
Each route boasts mechanical, moto, SAG & medical support as well as aid stations with food & drink - one station on the 10- and 25-mile routes, two on the 50-mile route, and three on the 90-mile route. Riders should plan to carry enough food and water to ride between stations.
Velofest
Saturday September 28, 2019
8:30 AM – 2:00 PM
Velofest is the East Coast’s largest standalone cycling expo & conveinently occurs the day before the ride at the VPCC. Even better, your registration gets you in free! Over 150 vendors will be peddling everything cycling related at incredible deals. It’s a great place to stock up on gear as dealers liquidate their inventory in order to make room for next years models. Fall Classic packet pickup will be onsite at the VPCC while Velofest is in full swing, so come pick up your bib and come check it out!
Timing & Awards
Awards will be presented to the top-3 male and top-3 female finishers in the 10 and 25 mile classic.
For the 50 and 90 mile classic, awards will be presented to the top-3 male and top-3 female finishers overall and top male and females in each age group: Juniors (under 18), 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+.
The After-Party
Not only do you get a wonderful day of amazingly scenic cycling, but you’re also treated to an after-party, featuring FREE food for the participants. As if that weren’t awesome enough, riders 21+ also get tasty craft beer from our brewery partner. The best part? It’s all included with your registration! More details will be posted here as they become available.
Packet Pick-up
Packet pickup will be available during Velofest! However, if you prefer to wait until event-day to sign in, please plan to arrive during the registration period for the route you are riding:
- 90 miles: 6:00-8:00AM (ride departs at 8:00AM)
- 50 miles: 7:00-9:00AM (ride departs at 9:00AM)
- 25 miles: 9:00-10:00AM (ride departs at 10:00AM)
- 10 miles: 10:00-11:00AM (ride departs at 11:00AM)
Directions & Parking
There is plenty of parking at the Valley Preferred Cycling Center, across the street at the Rodale Fitness Park, and in the adjacent field. Plan on arriving at least one hour prior to your scheduled start, so that you have time to pick-up your registration packet, pin your bib number, and affix your timing chip.
Lodging
Bear Creek Mountain Resort
101 Doe Mountain Lane
Macungie, PA 18062
(866) 754-2822
Homewood Suites by Hilton Allentown-West/Fogelsville
7686 Industrial Blvd
Allentown, PA 18106
(610) 336-4860
Wingate by Wyndham Allentown
4325 Hamilton Blvd
Allentown, PA 18103
(610) 366-1600
Hilton Garden Inn Allentown West
230 Sycamore Rd
Breinigsville, PA 18031
(610) 398-6686
Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham Allentown-Fogelsville
7720 Main St
Fogelsville, PA 18051
(610) 366-9422
Sleep Inn
327 Star Rd
Allentown, PA 18106
(610) 395-6603
Hampton Inn Allentown
7471 Keebler Way
Allentown, PA 18106
(610) 391-1500
Holiday Inn Conference Center Lehigh Valley
7736 Adrienne Drive
Breinigsville, PA 18031
(610) 391-1000
Staybridge Suites Allentown West
327 Star Road
Allentown, PA 18106
(610) 841-5100
