The pandemic put a great deal of stress on our society - especially our youth. Both exercise and the outdoors help reduce stress.
I am once again participating in the CCAP Breakaway Benefit to raise money that will help get kids outside on bikes. The money I raise will be split between my youth triathlon team, NYTT, and the Connecticut Cycling Advancement Program.
Both organizations teach children life skills such as hard work, determination and teamwork through the sport of cycling as well as safety on the road and the lifelong enjoyment of being on two wheels.
Please join me in supporting this worthy cause.
Regards,
Doug
The CCAP Breakaway Benefit Cycling Festival
May 7, 2022- Farmington, CT
The CCAP Breakaway Benefit Cycling Festival is a fundraising event for youth cycling programs in Connecticut's schools and towns. Your participation starts more youth teams, empowers more coaches to lead, and gets more kids on bikes! THANK YOU!
“What the difference is....in my opinion was the CCAP. Many of our kids have never been out of town, to a mountain bike area, etc.... Many can’t afford team sports or their behavior would not be tolerated in a team environment. Having a sport like cycling and being able to spend time with friends is important to these kids.” - Coach Bill Davis, Dag Hammarskjold Middle School, Wallingford
Breakaway Benefit Experiences
- Mountain Bike and Road Rides for ALL: Enjoy Connecticut's most beautiful and scenic roads during fully supported rides of different lengths. Our Road Sampler is perfect for a beginner to novice rider and is fully-marked so no need for a navigation device if you don't have one. The Big Scoop offers fun for riders of all abilities but is a bit longer - ride at your own pace or have fun with the optional Strava segments! Mountain bikers, or those who want to get lost (metaphorically) in the woods, will have unlimited access to over 12 miles of groomed trails. We will suggest routes and will have optional Strava segments but you are also free to roam!
- Festival: This isn't just a ride! We'll have a team tent zone, kids games, product vendors, and more bike-focused fun to keep you entertained throughout the day. CCAP staff, along with DJ Bott, will be on-hand to lead the fun!
- Delicious Food and Drink: Riders are welcome to enjoy a light, pre-ride breakfast and will return to our catered picnic lunch to celebrate their riding, and fundraising, accomplishments. Stick around for awards and fun - including our popular raffle - kicking kick off at 1:00 pm!
- Route files coming soon to those who sign up!
- Strava Segments: We whipped up some great routes, along with a few challenging Strava segments, for you to enjoy. We're keeping track and might award prizes for those who register for the ride and our Strava club (Click here).
- Want to volunteer? Please visit our Volunteer Page to sign up! All volunteers will receive complimentary breakfast and lunch after the ride! No fundraising is required for volunteers but is encouraged. For volunteer questions, please reach out to [email protected].
Volunteer
Please visit our volunteer page to sign up! All volunteers will receive complimentary breakfast and lunch after the ride! No fundraising is required for volunteers but any fundraising is appreciated. For volunteer questions, please reach out to [email protected].
Event Timeline
Event timeline specifics coming soon!
Location
Winding Trails
50 Winding Trails
Farmington, CT 06032
Ride Routes (GPS files coming soon!)
- The Sampler - 20 Mile Road Ride
- The Big Scoop - 50 Road Ride w/optional Strava Segments
- The Banana Split - Aventure Mountain Bike Loops w/ optional Strava Segments
The Connecticut Cycling Advancement Program's mission is to ensure that Connecticut's youth and their families have access and exposure to an organized state-wide youth cycling league. Additionally, youth and their parents should be able to see a clear avenue that allows them to develop as far as their ambition, skills, and abilities can take them. The sport of cycling teaches a child or young adult a wealth of values, social skills, and mindsets that help them become successful in every aspect of their life, and the CCAP is proud to provide kids across the state with the opportunity to participate in a safe and positive team-based environment.
Recognized nationally for its impact and leadership, the CCAP partners with communities and schools to grow youth cycling throughout Connecticut. More than 55 Connecticut school districts and towns have created CCAP-registered cycling programs or are in the process of establishing cycling clubs and teams. over 550 youth participate in these programs. In addition, 40 CCAP youth-specific events were held in 2019. With your help, the CCAP is just getting started!