Cycle for Life Toolkit

We are looking forward to hosting cyclists of all expertise on Sunday, September 12, 2026! Please use the tools below
to assist you in exceeding your personal and team goal. If you would like to talk fundraising strategies or have questions,
please reach out to Lexie Konecsni.

Fundraising Resources

Use these resources help you get you to your goal and earn awesome prizes along the way! Who doesn't like a prize?! Work with your team to earn event day incentives!

Corporate Enagement

Below are some tools to make an ask of a company at many different levels. Have the confidence to ask Companies to support you and the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation!
Sponsorship Opportunity Packet - Asks of $1,000 - $30,000
Sponsorship Request Template - Use this for outreach
Matching Gifts - Does your company match your gifts?
Engage Your Company - There are many ways your company can get involved.

Event Day Information

Hazelwood - West Newton (70 miles)

Riders will begin at Hazelwood Brewhouse, ride to West Newton along the GAP trail & turn around.

Registration begins at 7:00am at Hazelwood Brew House
Riders to take off by 8:00 am
Route

Hazelwood- McKeesport (30 miles)

The ride begins and ends at Hazelwood Brew House. Riders will head out to McKeesport using the Three Rivers Heritage Trail and GAP trail and will return to the Finish Line Festival.

Registration begins at 9:00 am
Riders to take off at 10:00 am
Route

City Ride (12 miles)

The ride begins and ends at Hazelwood Brew House. Riders will head out on the Three Rivers Heritage Trail and will enjoy crossing our rivers to then return to the Finish Line Festival.

Registration begins at 9:00 am
Riders to take off at 10:30 am
Route details

Rest Stops

Get to know the GAP – gaptrail.org! There are GAP run fixit stations and restrooms along the route. We will host rest stops with beverages, snacks, and support every 10-15 miles. Please make sure your bibs are visible for rest stop volunteers and check in with them if you would like to request SAG (support and gear vehicle). Rest stops will be found at:

West Newton – GAP mile 114 (restrooms available / bike shop at this stop)

McKeesport Yacht Club – GAP mile 132.5 (restrooms available)

Hot Metal bridge – GAP mile 145.3 (no restroom)

Note: Route and rest stop locations are subject to change. Please review the “Know Before You Go” email, Cycle for Life Facebook page, or Cycle toolkit for last minute emergency updates.