Ride with purpose. Honor with heart.
Ride alongside cyclists from across Ohio and neighboring states for an inspiring day dedicated to honoring injured veterans and first responders. This meaningful ride brings people together through shared purpose, teamwork and the open road, with each mile contributing to recovery, connection and renewed strength for those who have given so much. Enjoy pre-ride light refreshments to get you rolling, then stay after to celebrate with a spirited post-ride gathering featuring a DJ, lunch, beer and patriotic fun. With multiple route options available, riders of all abilities can take part in this unforgettable experience.We are actively monitoring the weather and plan to ride tomorrow rain or shine. If anything changes in the morning we will share details then. Please know your abilities and plan your route accordingly. You do NOT have to ride the route you registered for, if you want to change, feel free to do so.
Route Maps
There has been a slight modification due to construction on the 37 and 72 mile routes. They are marked and the routes have been updated via the link below. The course is marked throughly, however we highly recommend you download the route(s) due to weather conditions. Plan to look for signage at all turns rather than painted arrows.
- You can find the routes HERE
Event Schedule - Saturday, May 23, 2026:
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6:30 AM – Rider Check-In & Day-of Registration. Breakfast opens!
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7:30 AM – Opening Ceremony & National Anthem
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8:00 AM – Ride Start for All Courses
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10:00 AM – Breakfast ends
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11:30 AM – Lunch opens
Location:
Route Options
11 - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/54174382
37 - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/54174377
72 - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/54174370
Each course will feature fully supported rest stops, SAG support and dedicated volunteers ready to keep riders safe and motivated.
Registration
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$85 for all routes
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Online Registration Closes: Friday, May 22 at 8 PM
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Onsite Registration: Opens at 6:30 AM on ride morning at $95 for all routes
Wounded veterans and first responders ride for free.
Please contact honorrideinfo@weareprojecthero.org before registering to receive your discount code.
Bib Pick-Up
Friday, May 22 | 12 PM – 6 PM
On-site at the Heit Center
Parking
Ample, convenient parking available near the Heit Center. Overflow parking can be found at New Albany Middle School - 6600 E Dublin Granville Rd, New Albany, OH 43054.