8th Annual GO FORWARD TOGETHER Ride

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Date 02 Oct, 2027
Races 3 distances
Entry fee $50.00 – $60.00
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8th Annual GO FORWARD TOGETHER Ride

About the event

8h Annual Go Forward Together Ride: 50-Mile, 30-Mile, and 10-Mile Community Ride

Saturday, October 2, 2027

Start/Finish: Final Gravity Brewing Co. | 6118 Lakeside Ave, Richmond, VA 23228

 

Event Overview

Join us for the 8th 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 Opens: 7:45 AM
30- & 50-mile rides start: 8:30 am
10-mile ride start: 9:00 am
Forward Fest Opens (Stage & Vendors) 10:30 am
Ride Course Support Ends: 12:30 pm
Forward Fest Ends: 1:30 pm
 

💙 The ride offers a choice between scenic a 30- or 50-mile routes through the Ashland-area countryside, or a 10-Mile Community Ride in Richmond's historic Northside. Both are followed by Forward Fest: a family and pet-friendly celebration with food, music, vendors, giveaways, and more taking place at Final Gravity Brewing Co. in Lakeside, VA.
 

Our 10-Mile ride designed for everyone — families, first-timers, and seasoned cyclists alike. This is YOUR chance to be part of history as we kick off a brand-new tradition built on community, connection, and moving forward TOGETHER.

All rides begin and end at Final Gravity Brewing Co.

So, 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:

10-Mile Ride  - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/57258653

30-Mile Ride - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/44615677 

50-Mile Ride - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/44615863 

 

Registration Perks

🎟️ The first (100) 30 & 50 mile adult riders will receive a complimentary lunch + beverage voucher.  

💙 All proceeds directly support Forward Foundation VA’s mission to empower single parents in our community.

 

Get Involved

Interested in sponsoring, volunteering, or becoming part of the event team?

Click to review our Sponsorship Options

📩 Email info@forwardfoundationva.org to learn more.

 

 

Races offered

02Oct

8th Annual GO FORWARD TOGETHER Community 10-Mile Ride

Cycling

Distance
16.1K
Start time
08:30
Entry fee
$50.00
02Oct

8th Annual GO FORWARD TOGETHER Ride - 30 Mile

Cycling

Distance
48.3K
Start time
08:30
Entry fee
$60.00
02Oct

8th Annual GO FORWARD TOGETHER Ride - 50 Mile

Cycling

Distance
80.5K
Start time
08:30
Entry fee
$60.00

Weather history

3-year monthly averages for October in Richmond.

Temperature10.7° / 21.1°
Feels like8.5° / 19.4°
Sunshine hours9h 2m
Rainfall0.8 mm
Snowfall—
Wind9.9 km/h (Light breeze)
Humidity71.0%
Max UV indexModerate (4.0)
Sweat lossModerate
Course conditionsFirm and slightly soft
Sunrise07:18
Sunset18:30

About Richmond

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Richmond is the capital city of the U.S. state of Virginia. Incorporated in 1742, Richmond has been an independent city since 1871. It is the fourth-most populous city in Virginia, with a population of 226,610 at the 2020 census. The Richmond metropolitan area, with over 1.37 million residents, is the third-most populous metropolitan area in Virginia and 44th-largest in the United States. Richmond is located at the James River's fall line.

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