PedalPGH Riders: Digital Ride Guide 2026

What to do on event day:

➤ Start & End in Allegheny Commons Park on Sunday, August 30, 2026

• Arrive at the park (Map Link + Parking Information)
• Wear your bib number (collect it at Packet Pickup day or the Registration Tent)
• Line up for your Rolling Start time
• Follow the turn-by-turn signage and Navigation for your route
• Follow the Rules of the road
• Enjoy Pittsburgh scenery and the Rest Stops along the way
• Call Support & Gear Vehicles (Phone # is on your bib) if you need assistance

➤ After the ride, return to Finish Line Festival (ends at 3PM)

• All ticket holders: Turn in the Drink ticket on your bib at the Beer Garden, or, the Refreshment Tent for non-alcoholic options.
• *Premium + Fundraiser ticket holders: Turn in the Lunch ticket on your bib at the Lunch Tent for your Bistro To Go meal.
  • *If you purchased an add-on Lunch to your General, Membership, or Youth ticket, this applies to you too!

A NOTE FROM OUR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Thank you very much for registering and joining thousands of riders who are contributing to making Pittsburgh a better, safer place for biking and walking.

This year’s routes highlight the neighborhoods, streets, and communities that make our region unique. Along the way, you’ll find clear signage, fully supported rest stops, mechanics, and SAG support should you need it. You’ll also encounter lots of bike lanes and pedestrian-oriented infrastructure that BikePGH has successfully advocated for. When you finish, join us back at Allegheny Commons Park for the Finish Line Festival with food, drinks, music, and a place to celebrate your accomplishment!

Next year BikePGH turns 25. During this quarter century we have worked tirelessly to improve biking and walking through our advocacy, education, and community events. The progress we’ve made is the result of people like you who continue to show up and support our mission. Thank you for being a part of it!

Have a great ride, look out for one another, and enjoy every mile, even the hilly ones.

Scott Bricker

Executive Director
Bike Pittsburgh

Packet Pickup at BikePGH – 188 43rd St #1, Pittsburgh, PA 15201 – Lawrenceville

Ride packets will NOT be mailed to you.

➤ Pick up your packet during these Hours of Operation:

• THURSDAY, AUG 27, 2026 (11:00am – 7:00pm)
• FRIDAY, AUG 28, 2026 (11:00am – 7:00 pm)
• Location: 188 43rd St #1, Pittsburgh, PA 15201

At packet pickup you will receive:

• 2026 t-shirt (wear it on event day!)
• Bib number & safety pins
• Paper cue sheets available on request (limited quantities)
• 2026 Jersey (with Premium/Fundraiser tickets)
• Sponsor giveaways
• Browse our merch FLASH SALE 

➤ If you cannot make packet pickup, you must:

1) Have someone else pick up your packet for you: All they need is the First & Last Name that you registered with, and/or your confirmation email.
2) Come early on event day: A MINIMUM of 30 mins in advance of your ride’s start time. 

 

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Line up for your Rolling Start Time on August 30, 2026

Start / Finish Line: Allegheny Commons Park West (Map Link)

➤ 6:30am – Day-of Registration and Packet Pickup Opens

➤ 7:30 – 8:00am- 53 Mile U.S. Steel Endurance Challenge departs 

• • Looking for the 40-miler? Roll out from 7:30-8am and follow pink 53-mile signs + orange bailout signage located before major climbs. Digital maps and navigation for the 40-miler will be available on Ride with GPS and Strava.

➤ 8:30 – 9:00am- 25 Mile Steel City Media Tour departs

➤ 9:30 – 10:00am- 10 Mile Outside+ North Side Loop departs

➤ 11:00am – 3:00pm- Finish Line Festival at Allegheny Commons Park (*ends at 3pm!)

• • 🍻 Local beer garden (21+ must show ID) — Allegheny City Brewing + Two Frays Brewery!
  • 🍕 Local food trucks and treats
  • 🎪 Activities for the whole family at the Kids Zone
  • 📸 Photo booth
    
  • 🎯 Lawn games and hanging out in the park with friends
  • 🛍️ Merchandise for Sale

Need a place to park? 

• Nova Place Garage – Nova Place GATE 4 will be open at 6:00am
• Gold Lot/Gold 1 Garage
• Free street parking around Allegheny Commons (that is not marked as “no parking”)
  • Note: Ridge Ave is for Vendors and Sponsors ONLY
  • Please be aware of any signage denoting game day parking restrictions

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RIDE SAFELY

**You are responsible for making sure your bike is in working order**

• Wear a helmet + adjust it correctly
• Obey traffic laws
• Fuel up + Stretch
• Choose your route wisely: Preview the routes below to choose which route is best for you – Consider distance and elevation – Pittsburgh hills are no joke! Note the rest stop locations.

 

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RIDE PREDICTABLY

You will be riding alongside regular vehicle traffic on city streets.

• • Use hand signals when turning
  • Stop at all stop lights and stop signs. 
  • Yield to pedestrians and give them space– keep crosswalks clear!
  • Ride in the rightmost lane (unless turning left) or the bike lane. 
  • Do not cross over the double yellow line on the road
  • Do not ride on sidewalks in business districts. It is illegal.
  • Ride no more than two abreast.
  • Avoid sudden movements left and right
  • Take the lane
  • Stay alert and aware of your surroundings at all times; do not wear headphones while riding.

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Get more tips for confident cycling

RIDE RESPECTFULLY

Keep everyone safe by biking responsibly. Stay alert and aware of your surroundings, and communicate with your fellow riders while on the road:

• • Watch our video: Group Ride Etiquette and Skills Every Cyclist Needs to Know
    • Say “car up” or “car back” to alert other cyclists in your group of approaching vehicles
    • Alert other riders if you are going to stand or use your brakes – say “slowing / stopping”
    • Point out potholes, glass, loose gravel, etc. to cyclists around you
    • Give other riders plenty of space, in front and on sides.
    • More at bikepgh.org/101

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2026 PedalPGH Routes + Navigation

Exact routes may be adjusted due to road issues / construction on the day of the event. 

➤ SIGNAGE: Every route is marked with color-coded cue signs at each turn.

• 10 Mile “Outside+ North Side Loop” – Follow BLUE Signs
• 25 Mile “Steel City Media Tour”– Follow GREEN Signs
• 53 Mile “US Steel Endurance Challenge” – Follow PINK Signs – (*40-milers, follow 53-mile signage and follow the orange bailout signs to avoid major climbs. There are DIGITAL ONLY maps available for the 40 mile on Ride with GPS and Strava.) 

➤ OPTIONAL DIGITAL NAVIGATION: 

• RidewithGPS: Access all 4 Routes on RidewithGPS here
  • Questions about Ride with GPS navigation, or connecting to your GPS device?* Get help here

• Strava Users:
  • Access the 10-mile Route on Strava here
  • Access the 25-mile Route on Strava here
  • Access the 40-mile Route on Strava here
  • Access the 53-mile Route on Strava here

*Notes:

If you want Digital Navigation on your phone, you will need to Create an account for your preferred service and Download the app.

If downloading the routes, wait until Saturday 8/29 for the latest updates.

Do not type “PedalPGH” into the app search bar, just click our provided 2026 links. If you want audio turn-by-turn navigation, you will need to upgrade to a paid account.

Get familiar with the app before you arrive on event day so you can be ready to ride.

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Access the Routes

53-Mile U.S. Steel Endurance Challenge

FOLLOW PINK SIGNS

This route is for experienced cyclists only – be sure to preview the route in advance.

You must maintain an average speed of 10-12MPH over the entire 53 miles in order to make it to the Finish Line Festival.  If you are running behind schedule, switch to follow the green 25 mile signage to get back to the finish. 

⏱  Rolling Start Time: 7:30 – 8:00am

Rest Stops:

💧 8:30 – 10:30am: Riverview Park Rest Stop
🔧 Mechanic on-site: Bellevue Bicycles

💧 9:30 -12:00pm: Brenckle’s Greenhouse Hydration Stop

💧 9:30am – 1:00pm: Highland Park Rest Stop
🔧 Mechanic on-site: Ike’s Bike Shop

💧 10:30am – 1:30pm: ASCEND Hydration Stop

💧 10:30am – 2:00pm: Schenley Plaza Rest Stop
🔧 Mechanic on-site: Pitt Bike Cave
💲 Kona Ice treat truck on site!

💧11:30am – 2:00pm: Grandview / Emerald View Park – Hydration Stop

Support & Gear vehicles available 7am – 2pm.  SAG Support # is on the back of your bib.

➤ See “Routes + Navigation” section above for RidewithGPS and Strava links.

 

~3700 ft Elevation

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Looking for the 40-miler? Follow pink 53-mile signs and orange bail out signage located before major climbs. Digital 40 mile routes are available in Ride with GPS and Strava. Riverview Park, Highland Park, and Schenley Plaza are the main rest steps 40-mile riders will have access to along the way. 

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25-Mile Steel City Media Tour

FOLLOW GREEN SIGNS

⏱ Rolling Start Time: 8:30 – 9:00 am 

Rest Stops:

💧9:30am – 1:00pm: Highland Park Rest Stop
🔧 Mechanic on-site: Ike’s Bike Shop

💧 10:30am – 2:00pm: Schenley Plaza Rest Stop
🔧 Mechanic on-site: Pitt Bike Cave
💲 Kona Ice treat truck on site!

 

➤ See “Routes + Navigation” section above for RidewithGPS and Strava links.

Route Preview (click to view):

~1200 ft elevation

Support & Gear vehicles available 7am – 2pm.  SAG Support # is on the back of your bib.

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10-Mile Outside+ North Side Loop

FOLLOW BLUE SIGNS

⏱ Rolling Start Time: 9:30 – 10:00am

This route tours the North Side on both the river trail AND sharing the streets with normal vehicle traffic.

Want to ride with a group? Keep an eye out for the Slow Roll ride leaders at the start line!

Rest Stop:

💧 10:00am – 12:00pm: Millvale Riverfront Park Rest Stop with Friends of the Riverfront  

➤ See “Routes + Navigation” section above for RidewithGPS and Strava links.

Route Preview (click to view):

~200 ft elevation.

Support & Gear vehicles available 7am – 2pm.  SAG Support # is on the back of your bib.

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Rest Stops + Support Vehicles

➤ Rest Stops:

• With restrooms, water refills, and snacks for registered riders. Mechanics available for minor issues. First-aid kits available for minor injuries. Call 911 for emergency + medical situations.
• Click on your route above to see your route’s Rest Stop Times & Locations.

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➤ Support & Gear Vehicles (SAG)

Flag down a safety marshal in a high-vis BikePGH vest if you need assistance, or call for SAG vehicles for minor crashes, minor first aid, and pickups using this number:

PedalPGH Support & Gear (SAG) Line – (412) 227- 9208‬
*# is listed on the back of your bib*

SAG Hours: 7 AM – 2 PM
Riders calling outside these hours will not be able to receive support; please make sure to have a backup plan in place or call for a pickup BEFORE 2 PM if you are unable to finish the ride. 

If you are in a crash and any injured party requires medical assistance, CALL 911 IMMEDIATELY.

SAG drivers are NOT medical professionals or mechanics. SAG will transport riders (and their bikes) who have broken down or are otherwise unable to complete their ride to the nearest rest stop or back to the finish festival.

SAG vehicles carry water bottles, snacks, and first aid kits for riders to self-administer minor first aid.

RIDER CHECKLIST

✅ Your bike – Check to make sure it is in good working order before the ride. Perform an at-home ABC quick check

✅ Two full water bottles – **Important: PedalPGH Water Bottles are distributed ONLY with Fundraiser, Premium and Membership tickets. Other registrants, be sure to bring your own water bottle!

✅ Helmet (mandatory for children under 12 years)

✅ Cellphone (for navigation, emergencies, and to call SAG support)

✅ Bib number & safety pins

✅ Money for beer garden & food trucks

✅ Photo ID (in case of emergencies, and to enjoy beer.)

✅ Bike lock

Need help getting your bike ready to ride? Call a local bike shop to make an appointment ASAP.

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