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Team Meeting · July 5, 2026
Pedal for Pride Team Meeting
Team updates, route details, fundraising progress, and final preparations as we get ready to bring Pedal for Pride across Michigan.
$13,805Raised
53Donors
57Donations
5Ride Days
Meeting flow
Agenda
- 01Fundraising update
- 02Training progress check-in
- 03Daily ride logistics
- 04Final month preparation
- 05Questions
Fundraising
Fundraising Update
Fundraising Performance by Participant
2026 fundraising has closed. These totals are preserved as historical ride information.
| Participant | Donors | Donations | Raised |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ryanne Riegling | 22 | 24 | $8,315 |
| ED FOPPE | 22 | 22 | $2,350 |
| Hazel Shockey | 1 | 1 | $1,400 |
| Thomas Schmidt | 2 | 2 | $1,225 |
| Susanna Borgelt | 5 | 6 | $365 |
| Jacob Schmidt | 1 | 1 | $50 |
| Team Total | 53 | 57 | $13,805 |
Training
Training Check-In
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How Are You Feeling?
- Assess overall fitness level and stamina.
- Any recurring muscle soreness, aches or pains?
- What are you nervous about?
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Equipment
- Do you have fresh tires on your bike?
- Have you maintained it or brought it to the shop recently?
- How is the chain?
- Any fit concerns?
Takeaway
Tracking mileage, physical and mental readiness, and equipment condition is essential for safe and effective training. Early identification of issues boosts confidence and reduces risks during the ride.
Training Tips
Tips for a 400 Mile, 5 Day Ride
Maintaining a steady, personal pace combined with proactive hydration, nutrition, and recovery strategies is key to completing a 400-mile, 5-day ride successfully. Prioritize your health and listen to your body throughout the event for optimal performance and enjoyment.
Pacing and Nutrition
- Ride at your own pace to conserve energy and avoid burnout during the multi-day event. We will aim for an average speed of 13.5mph each day.
- Avoid trying to keep up with stronger riders; we will stick together as a group. If you’re struggling, voice your concerns early.
- Eat before you feel hungry to maintain steady energy levels throughout the ride.
- Drink fluids regularly before you feel thirsty to prevent dehydration and maintain performance.
- Keep rest stops efficient to minimize downtime and keep momentum going. We will have frequent, short rest stops planned each day – roughly every 15-20 miles.
- Change riding positions often to reduce fatigue and improve circulation.
Health and Recovery
- Stand up and stretch every 10 to 15 minutes to relieve muscle tension and improve blood flow.
- Apply sunscreen throughout the day, including lip balm
- Start each morning fully hydrated to optimize physical readiness and endurance.
- Begin recovery protocols right after finishing your ride to aid muscle repair and reduce soreness. Plan on doing as little as possible after each day’s ride.
Group Riding
Paceline Basics
We will spend portions of each day riding together in a single-file paceline. Riding behind one another helps us share the work, conserve energy, and stay together over long distances. A paceline only works when everyone rides predictably and communicates clearly.
Basic Expectations
- Ride smoothly and predictably. Hold a steady line and avoid sudden braking, acceleration, or swerving.
- Leave a comfortable amount of space. You do not need to ride inches from the wheel in front of you. Ride at a distance that feels safe, especially while getting used to the group.
- Do not overlap wheels. Keep your front wheel behind the rear wheel of the rider ahead. Overlapping wheels leaves very little room to react if someone changes direction.
- Look ahead. Do not focus only on the wheel directly in front of you. Look through and around the riders ahead so you can anticipate turns, traffic, changes in pace, and road hazards.
- Communicate and pass calls back. Call and point out hazards such as potholes, gravel, debris, parked cars, slowing, stopping, and turns. Riders farther back may not be able to see what is happening at the front.
- Keep the pace steady when taking a pull. Moving to the front is not a signal to speed up. Stronger riders can take longer pulls rather than increasing the group's pace.
- Rotate safely. When you are finished with your pull, first make sure the road is clear, then peel off to the left. Ease your effort slightly and allow the other riders to overtake you before rejoining the paceline at the back. Do not accelerate while rotating off. We will review the process as a team and may adjust it based on traffic, road conditions, or wind.
- It is always okay to skip a pull. If you are tired, recovering, eating, or simply need a break, let the other riders know that you are skipping. Continue moving through the paceline normally until you reach the front, then rotate off right away rather than remaining at the front. Rejoin at the back as usual.
- Avoid abrupt braking. When possible, gently ease your effort, sit up slightly, or move slightly out of the draft to reduce speed. Always call out when significant braking or stopping is necessary.
- Keep your hands ready to brake. No riding in aerobars while in the paceline. Headphones should not be used while riding with the group.
- Ride your own comfort level. Speak up if you need additional space, a slower pace, or a break from the paceline. There is no expectation that anyone ride closer than feels safe.
Takeaway
The goal is to ride efficiently while looking out for one another. Pedal for Pride is a supported charity ride, not a race. Safety, communication, and keeping the team together are more important than speed.
Daily ride logistics
Ride Days
Route plans, expected distance, elevation, meals, Strava links, and source images from the deck.
Route Overview
Day 1: Traverse City → Ludington
Day 1 starts with a well-structured schedule ensuring riders are prepared and supported throughout the journey. Key logistics include timely meals, rest stops, and clear route guidance to maintain pace and energy for the multi-day ride.
Distance95 miles
Elevation Gain2,418 ft
Elevation Loss2,456 ft
Moving Time7 - 7.5 hours
Plan
Meet at Great Wolf Lodge
Rider Meeting / Final Preparations
Wheels up! Official start of the ride from Traverse City heading towards Ludington.
Rest Stop 1 – Interlochen State Park (Mile 15)
Rest Stop 2 – Crystal Mountain - Mountainview Mini Mart (Mile 30)
Lunch – Onemaka EZ Mini Mart (Mile 50)
Rest Stop 3 – Manistee – Goody’s Juice and Java (Mile 65)
Rest Stop 4 – Ludington Express Mart or Big Apple Bagels (Mile 85) – Optional: riders can add 5 miles to visit and explore downtown Ludington.
Finish @ Kibby Creek Campground