Pedal for Paratroopers 2027
- Date
- Saturday, April 17, 2027
- Start time
- 7:30 AM start (New York)
- Location
- Southern Pines, North Carolina
- Entry fee
- From $65 · goes up to $75 on Apr 17, 2027
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100K Charity Ride | Metric Century | Apr 17, 20277:30 AM | $65$75 after Apr 17, 2027 | – |
| 64K Charity Ride | Bike Ride | Apr 17, 20277:40 AM | $65$75 after Apr 17, 2027 | – |
| 34K Charity Ride | Bike Ride | Apr 17, 20277:50 AM | $65$75 after Apr 17, 2027 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The Metric Century fee goes up to $75 on Apr 17, 2027.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- $65 until Apr 16, then $75 until Apr 17.
Online registration closes Apr 17, 2027, unless the race fills first.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:43 AM, and the 100K Charity Ride starts at 7:30 AM. The start sits about 500 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
McDeeds Creek Elementary, Southern Pines, NC 28387
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. Course maps are the organizers' own.
Course profile: how hilly is Pedal for Paratroopers?
The 65-mile bike course climbs 3,348 feet, about 51 feet a mile: rolling.
| Course | Distance | Climbing | Terrain |
|---|---|---|---|
| PFP ALT 100kBike, loop, steepest 10% | 65 mi | 3,348 ft | rolling |
| PFP ALT 64kBike, loop, steepest 7% | 42 mi | 1,920 ft | rolling |
| PFP ALT 34kBike, loop, steepest 8% | 25 mi | 1,092 ft | rolling |
From the course maps the organizers publish on Ride with GPS and MapMyRun; climbing is the total gain the map reports. Courses can change between editions, so check the date on the map.
Where Pedal for Paratroopers ranks
- No. 17 of 50 on Hilliest bike rides
National lists computed from results, entry fees, course maps and water temperatures; they refresh through the day.
Typical race-day weather
Around April 17 the day usually runs from 55°F at dawn to 78°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 13% of days. Cold snaps dip to 42°F and hot years reach 86°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- McDeeds Creek Elementary, Southern Pines, NC 28387Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 500 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- Metric Century, Bike Ride
- Editions
- 2027 (Apr 17, 2027), 2026 (Apr 18, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is Pedal for Paratroopers?
- Saturday, April 17, 2027, starting at 7:30 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $65 before processing fees, and rises to $75 on Apr 17, 2027.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Apr 17, 2027, unless the race fills first.
- Do athletes get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances are offered?
- Metric Century, Bike Ride.
- Where does it start?
- McDeeds Creek Elementary, Southern Pines, NC 28387.
- Is there a course map?
- Yes, the organizers publish the route on Strava; the link is under Start location and course.
From the organizers
Pedal for Paratroopers – Tri-Distance Charity Bicycle Ride
Pedal for Paratroopers is a Tri-Distance Charity Bicycle Ride welcoming cyclists of all ages and skill levels to ride in support of those who serve. This is a rain or shine event focused on community, service, and the enduring Airborne spirit — All the Way.
Beneficiary
All proceeds and donations benefit the All American Adventure Program, which promotes resilience and mental health for at-risk active-duty Paratroopers and Veterans of the 82nd Airborne Division. The program provides access to counseling resources and restorative outdoor experiences such as kayaking, hiking, and equine therapy.
Event Location
Start/Finish:
McDeeds Creek Elementary
2953 Camp Easter Road
Southern Pines, NC 28387