Northtowne Fall Community Cruise

Overview

Northtowne Fall Community Cruise


Welcome to the First Annual Northtowne Fall Group Ride! This casual, no fee, social ride is designed for connection, conversation, and community. We’ll start and end at The Sag Wagon, enjoy crisp fall weather, and spend the morning riding together at a relaxed pace.


What This Ride Is


This is not a race. This is not a test of speed or skill.


It’s a chance to:


Connect with other riders


Enjoy a fall day on two (or three!) wheels


Celebrate our cycling community


Ride in a fun, relaxed, supportive environment


Get to know your Northtowne team


If this is your first group ride, welcome and experience the fun!






Ride Details


Date: October 11, 2026


Start Location: The Sag Wagon - 827 Shaver Rd NE Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52402


Distance: Roughly 20-22 miles


Pace: Ride at your own speed


Mid-Ride Break: Planned stop at the halfway point


All bike types welcome: e-bikes, trikes, recumbents, traditional bikes


Route:


Registration closes October 7






Who Is This Ride Perfect For?


New riders


Experienced cyclists


E-bike and trike riders


Anyone who enjoys social rides


Anyone looking for a reason to get back on the bike


Schedule


Northtowne Fall Group Ride — Event Schedule


8:30–10:00 AM — Vendor Expo & Pre-Ride Gathering


Location: The Sag Wagon


Route: Coming Soon!


Meet vendors, our supporting non-profits, chat with fellow riders, and enjoy a relaxed start to the morning.


Vendor - BIll Wagner Representing Shimano, PRO, Lazer, Skratch Labs, Pearl Izumi, NiteRider, Vittoria, and SP Connect


Non-profit - Thrive - Thrive's mission with brain cancer is to not just treat - but cure; to not just survive - but THRIVE!


Non-profit - Freedom Foundation - Our center provides a resource center and guidance to navigate the best path for each individual's needs. We strive to create close interpersonal relationships, trust, and an emotional safety net with our veterans.






Free Bike Safety Checks: provided by Northtowne Cycling & Fitness. Northtowne experts will perform basic safety inspections to ensure your bike is ready for the ride. If your bike hasn’t had a tune-up recently, please complete one before October 11.


9:45–9:55 AM — Opening Remarks


Welcome message, ride overview, safety reminders, and acknowledgments.


10:00 AM — Ride Begins


We roll out from The Sag Wagon and head onto the route for a relaxed, social fall ride.


~12:00 PM — Mid-Ride Rest Stop


Location: Coming Soon! Take a break, stretch, hydrate, and enjoy the fall weather.


Lunch Break — Food at a Local Spot of Your Choice


Explore nearby trail-friendly restaurants or cafés. Eat, recharge, and enjoy time with fellow riders.


1:15 PM — Return Ride to The Sag Wagon


Group departs from the lunch area and heads back toward the Sag Wagon at a comfortable pace.


End of Ride — Conversation & Fun at The Sag Wagon


Celebrate the day, connect with riders, and enjoy post-ride social time.