GO FORWARD TOGETHER Ride
About this race
7th Annual Go Forward Together Ride
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Start/Finish: Final Gravity Brewing Co. | 6118 Lakeside Ave, Richmond, VA
Event Overview
Join us for the 7th Annual Go Forward Together Ride — an end-of-season celebration that brings together cyclists, families, and the community, all in support of Forward Foundation, a nonprofit empowering single parents in Central Virginia.
This beloved ride unites cyclists of all levels to celebrate fitness, fun, and community impact — closing out the cycling season with purpose.
Ride Details
Check-In: 7:45 AM
Ride Start: 8:30 AM
Course Support Ends: 12:30 PM
Community Celebration: 11:00 AM –2:00 PM
Choose from 50-mile, 30-mile or 15-mile scenic routes beginning and ending at Final Gravity Brewing Co., winding through the picturesque Ashland-area countryside with a rest stop in downtown Ashland.
🚴♀️ Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or joining for the first time, this ride is about more than miles — it’s about momentum for families moving forward.
Post-Ride Celebration
After crossing the finish line, stick around to relax and celebrate!
Enjoy a family-friendly, pet-friendly community event featuring:
Live music and entertainment
Food trucks and local vendors
Outdoor activities for all ages
Giveaways, raffles, and more surprises
Final Gravity Brewing Co. will once again host the event and pour the official Go Forward Pilsner, brewed specially for the occasion — with a portion of proceeds supporting Forward Foundation.
Route & Resources:
50-Mile Ride (updated maps coming soon)
30-Mile Ride (updated maps coming soon)
15-Mile Ride (updated maps coming soon)
Rest Stops:
Town Hall Park | 121 Thompson St, Ashland, VA + Wings of Hope Ranch
Registration Perks
🎟️ The first 100 adult riders will receive a complimentary lunch + beverage voucher.
💙 All proceeds directly support Forward Foundation’s mission to empower single parents in our community.
Get Involved
Interested in sponsoring, volunteering, or becoming part of the event team?
📩 Email info@forwardfoundationva.org to learn more.
Pick your distance
Cycling
8th Annual GO FORWARD TOGETHER Ride - 30 Mile
30 Mile Event Schedule Saturday, October 3, 2026 Check-in: 7:45 AM 30 & 50 Mile Rides Start: 8:30 AM 10 Mile Ride Starts: 9:00 AM Forward Fest Opens (Stage & Vendors): 10:30 AM Ride Course Support Ends: 12:30 PM Forward Fest Ends: 1:30 PM
8th Annual GO FORWARD TOGETHER Ride - 50 Mile
50 Mile Event Schedule Saturday, October 3, 2026 Check-in: 7:45 AM 30 & 50 Mile Rides Start: 8:30 AM 10 Mile Ride Starts: 9:00 AM Forward Fest Opens (Stage & Vendors): 10:30 AM Ride Course Support Ends: 12:30 PM Forward Fest Ends: 1:30 PM
8th Annual GO FORWARD TOGETHER Community 10-Mile Ride
10 Mile Event Schedule Saturday, October 3, 2026 Check-in: 7:45 AM 30 & 50 Mile Rides Start: 8:30 AM 10 Mile Ride Starts: 9:00 AM Forward Fest Opens (Stage & Vendors): 10:30 AM Ride Course Support Ends: 12:30 PM Forward Fest Ends: 1:30 PM
Typical race-day weather
Based on 10 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Richmond, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 7:06 AM and sets at 6:52 PM local time (EDT) in Richmond on October 2, 2027 — 11h 45m of daylight.
Course
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Where this page comes from. Race details were last updated on . We re-check listings regularly and again in the week before race day.
- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 86 Richmond events
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