STOMP Bicycle Adventure

NEW LOCATION FOR 2012!

2012-01-14T13:01:00.009-05:00

We're moving to Lock 3 in Downtown Akron! The site provides direct access to the Towpath Trail and free, convenient parking in the adjacent parking deck, which holds 650 vehicles. Registration will still include breakfast, lunch, live music and more. Details on the new routes will be posted soon and registration will open before March 1.

So why the change? The Towpath Trail is now complete in Summit County, and the new site lets us utilize more of the towpath and be part of a yearlong, countywide celebration of the trail. Lock 3 also has a lot to offer, including about 30 permanent flush toilets (so no porta-potties on site) and a large concession stand, which we can use for prep and food service. There is also plenty of storage and a great stage for live music

THANK YOU!

2011-09-03T18:57:00.003-04:00

Thanks to our riders, volunteers and sponsors for their help today. Thanks to Nathan Hedges for great live music on the Howe Meadow stage. Thanks to Cuyahoga Valley National Park for use of the event site. And thanks to the Metro Parks rangers, who were in uniform on their own time to keep everything running smoothly.

Please share your feedback, both positive thoughts and constructive criticisms, so we can keep up the good work and continue improving: info@stompbikeride.com

NOTICES FOR RIDERS

2011-08-28T21:42:00.000-04:00

PART OF RIVERVIEW ROAD CLOSED: Construction of a roundabout has Riverview Road closed at Smith Road, about a mile north of the Merriman Road and Portage Path intersection. This does not affect any of the cycling routes, but participants traveling north to Howe Meadow from Akron should instead take Akron-Peninsula Road to Ira Road, turn left onto Ira and then right on Riverview Road.

WHEN TO GET THERE: 63-mile riders leave Howe Meadow between 7:30 and 9 a.m. 25-mile riders leave between 9 and 10:30 a.m. 10-mile riders leave between 10:30 a.m. and noon. No riders shall leave Howe Meadow before 7:30. Remember, STOMP is not a race, so take your time and have fun.

DON'T FORGET: We have live music by Nathan Hedges from 1 to 3 p.m., appearances by Cheeks the chipmunk and Acme Fresh Market's Buck the dog, and on-site displays from the Akron Zoo, Metro Parks, 91.3 The Summit and more. And be sure to stop by the Cascade Subaru tent to register to WIN two new Raleigh Detour bikes from Century Cycles! No purchase necessary.

ADVANCE REGISTRATION CLOSED

2011-08-23T05:13:00.002-04:00

Mail-in and online registration is now closed. You can register at Howe Meadow on event day, Saturday, September 3. Sign up for the 63-miler between 7:30 and 9 a.m., the 25-miler between 9 and 10:30 a.m., and the 10-miler between 10:30 a.m. and noon.

NATHAN HEDGES PERFORMS

2011-08-22T05:54:00.002-04:00

Northeast Ohio native Nathan Hedges will be performing an acoustic set on the Howe Meadow stage from 1 to 3 at STOMP. Listen to Nathan here.

MAPS ARE ONLINE

2011-08-16T20:27:00.004-04:00

On the right, click the distance you want under "Routes" to view the PDF. The 63-miler is a little different this year; it goes in the opposite direction.

T-SHIRT DEADLINE PASSES, BUT THERE'S STILL TIME TO SIGN UP

2011-08-01T05:58:00.004-04:00

Though our T-shirt deadline was 7/29, there's still time to register for STOMP and save $10 per person on the day-of participation fee. Sign up now on Active.com through 8/22!

DO YOU "LIKE" STOMP?

2011-07-17T16:10:00.003-04:00

If you haven't already, become a "fan" of STOMP on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/stompbikeride

FREE T-SHIRT DEADLINE NEARS

2011-07-08T13:10:00.002-04:00

The free T-shirt cutoff is just three weeks away! Register by 7/29 to get a shirt, a $10 value.

FORMS IN THE MAIL

2011-07-01T08:47:00.002-04:00

If you registered for STOMP the last two years, your household will soon receive a registration form in the mail. We hope you'll ride again this year.

REGISTRATION OPENS

2011-06-02T22:17:00.003-04:00

You can now register for the 2011 STOMP Bicycle Adventure! Click "Online" under the Registration section on the right.

PLANNING BEGINS FOR 2011

2011-03-05T19:45:00.003-05:00

Though it's only March, we've already starting planning STOMP 2011. That's what it takes to run one of the largest cycling events in Northeast Ohio. Stay tuned for registration information.

THANK YOU!

2010-09-05T08:24:00.004-04:00

A big thanks to our riders, volunteers and sponsors for another great year. We had more than 1,100 cyclists yesterday (9/4), great music from Ryan Humbert, Emily Bates and Tracey Thomas, and plenty of food, laughs and fun - all in spite of the high winds and morning rain. Next year's event is Saturday, September 3. Mark your calendars now!

REMINDERS FOR RIDERS

2010-08-31T19:31:00.004-04:00

63-mile riders leave Howe Meadow between 7:30 and 9 a.m. 25-mile riders leave between 9 and 10:30 a.m. 10-mile riders leave between 10:30 a.m. and noon. Day-of registration is by cash or check only. And when you're done with your ride, be sure to stop by the Cascade Subaru tent to register to WIN a new Raleigh Detour 4.5 bike from Century Cycles!

ADVANCE REGISTRATION CLOSED

2010-08-23T19:06:00.002-04:00

Advance registration ended Monday, August 23. Day-of registration is possible at Howe Meadow with cash or check only.

STOMP IS ONE MONTH AWAY

2010-08-04T23:29:00.004-04:00

Hard to believe, but our annual cycling event is just one month away. Advance registration closes 8/23. Day-of registration is possible by cash or check only, and you'll pay more if you wait.

RYAN HUMBERT PLAYS STOMP

2010-07-25T16:03:00.002-04:00

Just Announced: Ryan Humbert will perform live at STOMP this year. Check out Ryan's Web site for audio clips and more, and see him live September 4!

T-SHIRT DEADLINE NEARS

2010-07-17T12:32:00.003-04:00

A free STOMP T-shirt can be yours, but only if you register (online or by mail) by Friday, 7/30.

ROUTE MAPS AVAILABLE

2010-06-28T17:21:00.004-04:00

Having trouble deciding which ride is right for you? Download maps for the 10-, 25- and 63-mile routes from the menu to the right.

WIN A BIKE!

2010-06-07T19:36:00.001-04:00

Enter to win a new Raleigh Detour 4.5 bike. Entry forms are available at Cascade Subaru (4149 State Rd., Cuyahoga Falls), Century Cycles (1621 Main St., Peninsula) and select summer events in the Metro Parks. Details

FINALLY, SOMETHING BETTER THAN BILLS

2010-05-29T16:37:00.004-04:00

If you did STOMP last year, watch your mail for the 2010 brochure. It will arrive by mid-June.

FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK

2010-05-19T18:07:00.002-04:00

If you like the STOMP Bicycle Adventure, follow us on
Facebook for news, cycling links and more.

ONLINE REGISTRATION OPEN

2010-04-13T19:58:00.001-04:00

91.3 MEMBERS MAY RIDE FREE

2010-04-07T21:36:00.003-04:00

Listen to 91.3 The Summit (913thesummit.com) during their spring membership drive, which runs 4/8 to 4/17. Five members will receive a free "Family Pack" to STOMP 2010. Each includes registration for one or two adults and up to four kids (17 and younger). We don't know when these will be given away, so listen for the cue to call.