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may 23rd 2026: 222 Miles. 22 a Day. 1 Purpose
LET US KNOW YOU'LL BE THERE
HONORING THE FALLEN. SUPPORTING THE LIVING.
Ride with purpose. A mission to reduce isolation, build community, and remind every veteran. You are not alone.
*You are welcome to ride part or all of the route.
Staging + Meetup · Wawa – Richmond
Grab fuel, say hello, and get ready to roll.
We kick off the day together at Wawa in Richmond. Top off your tank, park with the group, and meet your fellow riders before we hit the road.
5900 West Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23230 · 9:00–9:30 AM
Quick driver briefing, then we roll out at 9:30 AM sharp.
Official Start · Virginia War Memorial
We begin this ride the way it should begin—by honoring the fallen.
At the Virginia War Memorial, we gather for opening remarks and a moment of silence. This is where the 222-mile ride officially begins.
621 South Belvidere Street, Richmond, VA 23220 · Arrive ~9:40 AM · Depart 10:10 AM
Stop 1 · Virginia Veterans Cemetery at Amelia
A quiet pause to remember why we ride.
We pull into Virginia Veterans Cemetery for a short stop, a moment of silence, and a chance to regroup. It’s a powerful reminder of the names and stories behind this mission.
10300 Pridesville Road, Amelia Court House, VA 23002 · ~45 miles from start
Arrive ~11:15 AM · Depart 11:45 AM
Stop 2 · Sheetz – Farmville (Midpoint Fuel + Regroup)
Refuel, recharge, and reset for the second half.
This is our main midpoint stop. Grab fuel, food, and restrooms, and reconnect with the group before we push on toward Charlottesville.
1500 South Main Street, Farmville, VA 23901 · ~110 miles from start
Arrive ~1:30 PM · Depart 2:00 PM
Stop 3 · Riverview Cemetery – Charlottesville
One more moment of reflection before the final leg.
At Riverview Cemetery, we take a brief pause to honor those we’ve lost and gather ourselves for the last stretch into Lynchburg.
1701 Chesapeake Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902 · ~170 miles from start
Arrive ~3:30 PM · Depart 4:00 PM
Final Destination · Lynchburg Veterans Memorial
222 miles behind us. The mission continues.
We close the ride at Lynchburg Veterans Memorial with a final moment of silence and closing remarks. The miles end here, but the fight against isolation and suicide does not.
901 Jefferson Street, Lynchburg, VA 24504 · ~222 miles from start
Arrive ~5:45 PM
Optional Dinner · Water Dog – Lynchburg
No agenda. Just food, stories, and time together.
After the ride, join us at Water Dog for a casual hangout. Share a meal, swap stories, and connect with people who get it. This part isn’t about miles—it’s about community.
1012 Jefferson Street, Lynchburg, VA 24504 · From ~6:15 PM onward
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LET US KNOW YOU'LL BE THERE
Important Ride Notes
- Arrive 10–15 minutes early if you’re joining at a stop.
- Departure times are firm to keep the ride on schedule. If you miss us, meet at the next stop.
- This is a family-friendly event.
- Flags are welcome. Radios are recommended if you have them.
- You are welcome to ride part or all of the route.
WHO ARE YOU RIDING FOR?
Share a name, a memory, or words of support for our community. Every word of encouragement strengthens the trail for us all.