DAY OF RIDE

All routes start and finish at the 20th Ave YMCA in Oshkosh, WI. (3303 W 20th Ave, Oshkosh, WI 54904) 

START TIMES

The Oshkosh Century has an Open Start. We define an Open Start times as a self-determined start time, within our recommended and posted time windows for departure. Riders need to determine their estimated riding speed and course distance in order to estimate a time of arrival back to the finish line venue. It is important that all participants abide these posted timelines and plan accordingly.

Departure window for all riders is from 7:00 -10:00 a.m. To allow our delivery staff, rest station volunteers, and public safety personnel to fully prepare the course and rest stops, do not depart the YMCA any earlier or later than the specified time window. As a rule of thumb, if you plan to ride longer, leave earlier! Please allow enough time to complete the route you have chosen before 3:00 p.m. Your planned distance and anticipated pace should dictate when you start.  All routes close at 3:00 PM.

RIDE RULES

Safety of all riders is the highest concern for the organizers of the Oshkosh Century ride. We want all riders to enjoy the experience at each of their own riding abilities and comfort levels. Please be respectful to each other on the roads and make this ride positive and enjoyable for all. To this end, participants are asked to obey the following rules:

• FOLLOW THE RULES OF THE ROAD – The course routes for the Oshkosh Century are on public roads which remain open to motorists during the event. All riders are expected to follow the rules of the road. This includes recognizing that motorists have the right of way. Riders must stay on the right shoulder of the road and as much as possible and ride at a maximum of two abreast, especially when motorists are present. Crossing the center line of the road is strictly prohibited and you could be cited by law enforcement.
• HELMETS REQUIRED – All participants must wear an ANSI approved bike helmet at all times while on the course route. Violation of this rule will result in future ineligibility to participate.
• WATCH YOUR SPEED – Riders are free to ride at whatever pace they desire but are urged to exercise caution during the downhill descents. Ride within your abilities and slow down on the descents.
• TRAFFIC SIGNALS AND INTERSECTIONS – Because course routes use streets which are open to typical traffic, all traffic rules apply. This includes stopping at intersections with signs or signal lights and obeying police orders when applicable. This is especially important when crossing State Highways 91 & 23 as well as County Highway A. Also, because Green Lake is a tourist destination, motorists may slow or stop unexpectedly or may be inattentive. Riders need to be aware of these risks and must ride in a defensive manner.

REST STOPS

Rest stops will be located approximately every 15-20 miles. There will be Gatorade, water and ample amounts of food. Each rest stop will also offer technical assistance, first aid supplies, and rest rooms. The printed maps on ride weekend will provide the location and time of operation for each rest stop. An Oshkosh Century wristband is you ticket for food and beverages at each rest stop. Visit our ROUTE PAGE for details on the rest stops along each course.

POST-RIDE SOCIAL

Dinner available 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM at the Oshkosh YMCA 20th Ave location.

Rider wristband is admission to dinner.  Additional non-rider meals can be purchased in advance only for $15 per person.  Dinner includes meal, water, chocolate milk, Dilly Bar and two complimentary beer/root beer beverages.  You must be 21 years of age to consume adult beverages.  

DINNER

Build your own Taco Bar catered meal by La Sure's

Dessert of DQ Dilly Bars

BEVERAGES

• Bare Bones Specialty Beers
• Bare Bones Root Beer
• Water
• Lamer's Dairy Chocolate Milk