Why
We’re celebrating the Air Force’s 75th Anniversary the best way we know how.
We aim to promote fitness, have fun all while raising money for Air Force Association’s Wounded Airmen Program. Come join us as we celebrate the Air Force’s birthday and direct lineage from the Wright Brothers; from bike trails to contrails and beyond!
who
All military and civilians are welcome to join us! From Day 1 or jump in on Day 4!
HOW
The Air Force Cycling team will be leading the informal multiday route. All riders will be on their own for support, food and lodging.
The Route
Note: The roads will be open and law enforcement escorts are unlikely. See disclaimers below
Day 1
September 15th, 2022
Day 2
September 16th, 2022
Day 3
September 17th, 2022
Day 4
September 18th, 2022
Important Disclaimers
Neither the United States Air Force, nor the Air Force Cycling Team (AFCT) assumes any responsibility. Anyone joining the ride assumes their own liability
Let us know you’ll be there
Yes, there are multiple hotels at each suggested overnight stop
Kitty Hawk: There are many options including Quality Inn, Days Inn, Best Western, Shutters on the Banks, Travel Lodge,
Norfolk: Fairfield Inn, Candlewood Suites, and Studio and Suites, Hampton Inn and Holiday Inn.
Capital Region of Richmond: Many, many options such as Hampton Inn, Hilton, Marriott.
Aquia Quantico: Fairfield Inn, Staybridge Suites, Super 8, TownePlace Suites, Best Western
No. The plan is to have each person upload the route into his or her phone or Garmin.
While we certainly look forward to riding with everyone, we will keep accountability of only AFCT riders.
There will be no dedicated medical support. So far, we have two doctors riding and two support vehicles that may be able to assist. If you need medical help, it would be best to call 911
In short, yes. But be sure to consult the regulations. There are limitations to the number of days per year. Please note for this inaugural ride, this is an AFCT event, not an official Air Force event
Yes! We will be offering our public kit soon (link to be published here)