Course Details

The Philadelphia Challenge routes are a cyclist's dream - tough climbs, incredible descents and breathtaking views. Along the route you'll find historic sites, monuments and preserved farmlands where the likes of George Washington once camped. The course sets out of Montgomery County Community College in Blue Bell, Pennsylvania, and heads west over the Green Lane Reservoir up Kutztown Road into Berks County. Once in Dryville, the course then turns south winding through the scenic countryside of Oley and Boyertown before returning to MCCC for the Post Event Party.

Overall, the course distances for the Philly Challenge encompass moderate to difficult terrain with steep climbs.

 
CUT-OFF Times

Participants in the 100-mile ride who do not reach the 70/100 mile course split at mile 32.4 (at Huffs Church Rd and Dairy Lane) by 11:30 a.m. will be re-routed to the 70-mile course.

The 8.5-hour rule will be enforced. Riders who have not crossed the finish line by 4:00 p.m., 8.5 hours from the start time, will be picked up  by SAG vehicles and dropped off near the course end to ride across the finish line.

Please note that the LIVESTRONG Challenge staff, in conjunction with local law enforcement agencies, may alter the routes to ensure the safety of all participants. These reasons may include extreme weather conditions and other situations beyond our control. We thank you for your cooperation and understanding.


USATF5K Chips and Certification

The LIVESTRONG Challenge 5K Run/Walk will be chip timed and the course has been measured and certified according to USATF/RRTC standards -

Certification #PA 08019-WB

All timing chips must be returned at the finish line upon completion of the 5K.