7th Annual GO FORWARD TOGETHER Ride

About the Event

7th Annual Go Forward Together Ride
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Start/Finish: Final Gravity Brewing Co. | 6118 Lakeside Ave, Richmond, VA

Event Overview
Join us for the 7th Annual Go Forward Together Ride — an end-of-season celebration that brings together cyclists, families, and the community, all in support of Forward Foundation, a nonprofit empowering single parents in Central Virginia.

This beloved ride unites cyclists of all levels to celebrate fitness, fun, and community impact — closing out the cycling season with purpose.

Ride Details
Check-In: 7:45 AM
Ride Start: 8:30 AM
Course Support Ends: 12:30 PM
Community Celebration: 11:00 AM –2:00 PM
Choose from 50-mile, 30-mile or 15-mile scenic routes beginning and ending at Final Gravity Brewing Co., winding through the picturesque Ashland-area countryside with a rest stop in downtown Ashland.

🚴‍♀️ Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or joining for the first time, this ride is about more than miles — it’s about momentum for families moving forward.

Post-Ride Celebration
After crossing the finish line, stick around to relax and celebrate!
Enjoy a family-friendly, pet-friendly community event featuring:

Live music and entertainment
Food trucks and local vendors
Outdoor activities for all ages
Giveaways, raffles, and more surprises
Final Gravity Brewing Co. will once again host the event and pour the official Go Forward Pilsner, brewed specially for the occasion — with a portion of proceeds supporting Forward Foundation.

Route & Resources:

50-Mile Ride (updated maps coming soon)

30-Mile Ride (updated maps coming soon)

15-Mile Ride (updated maps coming soon)

Rest Stops:
Town Hall Park | 121 Thompson St, Ashland, VA + Wings of Hope Ranch

Registration Perks
🎟️ The first 100 adult riders will receive a complimentary lunch + beverage voucher.
💙 All proceeds directly support Forward Foundation’s mission to empower single parents in our community.

Get Involved
Interested in sponsoring, volunteering, or becoming part of the event team?
📩 Email info@forwardfoundationva.org to learn more.

Races Offered

Oct 03, 2026

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Distance — 50 Miles

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Type — —

timer

08:30

sell

$60.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in Richmond.

thermostat Temperature

10.7° / 21.1°

wb_sunny Feels like

8.5° / 19.3°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

9h 2m

water_drop Avg rainfall

0.8 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

9.9 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Moderate

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (4.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

71.0%

wb_twilight Sunrise

07:18

nightlight Sunset

18:31

About Richmond

Learn more about the host city, Richmond.

Richmond is the capital of Virginia. Richmond has a population of 227,000 (2020) and the adjacent counties of Henrico and Chesterfield combine to create a local population of more than 1.3 million people.