Is there a shorter route? Yes!
The main route for the Moonlight Ramble® is about 14 miles long. A reasonably healthy person, cycling slowly and taking frequent breaks, should be able to complete the route in about 2 hours. In addition, the route is relatively flat and easy. In addition, there is a shorter route, clearly marked, that is 7 miles long. If you cannot complete the ride, you can put your bicycle in one of the SAG (Support and Gear) vehicles, and then board a van for a ride back to the start point downtown. Simply go to an intersection with volunteers. Because the SAG vehicles must move slowly through the crowd of riders, you may need to be patient.

Where are the restrooms?
You will find portable restrooms near the starting point and at the Water Stop, about midway through the ride.

Where is First Aid?
You can find a First Aid station near the starting point. On the route, simply go to an intersection and find one of the volunteers with a cell phone or staffing a ham radio who can call for emergency medical service. First Aid is also available at the Water Stop midway through the ride. 

Where can I get water?
You can fill up your water bottles at the water fountains near the starting point, midway through the ride, or with vendors. 

Can you help me fix my bicycle?
Local bicycle shops will be offering repairs at their usual shop prices at booths near the starting point. If your bicycle breaks down while on the route, you can catch a ride on the SAG van.

Help! I lost my friends!
Simply ask the public-address announcer at the sound truck to make an announcement that you are looking for your friends. This is also the location where riders are dropped off who take the SAG van back to the starting point.

Is the ride safe?
The Moonlight Ramble® historically is very safe. You will find police officers who will be riding and patrolling the route. In addition, volunteers with ham radios are stationed at many corners along the route. Tens of thousands of people, from senior to young children, have ridden with no problems!

Is anything going on before the ride starts?
Lots! All within the starting area: Vendor Village, radio sponsor entertainment, Hostelling International Booth, and much more!

I’m lost! Where does the route go next!?
All registered riders will receive a map; if they lose it, you may be asked to direct them. In such case, be sure to keep your map handy to offer directions and answer any questions about the route. However, riders should be able to simply “follow the crowd.”

What becomes of the money you raise with the Moonlight Ramble®?
The Moonlight Ramble® is the single largest fundraising event of the Gateway Council. The proceeds are used to fund community- oriented services, including low-cost outdoor recreational activities for the entire family, low budget travel services, and educational programs which teach cultural competency such as “Opening Doors, Opening Minds” and “World Travel 101.”