PUMPKIN PEDALLER - Asheville on Bikes - Presented by Industry Nine

The Pumpkin Pedaller, presented by Industry Nine, is Asheville on Bikes’ (AoB) annual costumed community ride. The event is hosted at New Belgium Brewing on Saturday, Oct 28th.

End of Year Giving Goal

The Pumpkin Pedaller kicks off our end-of-year giving goal.  Our goal is to raise $150,000 by January 1, 2023.

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Pumpkin Pedaller Event schedule:

• 1:30pm – 7pm: Pop-Up Bike Park presented by Kid Cycle Club
• 2:30pm – 3pm: Ride Gathers + Costume contest photo booth
• 3pm:  Ride departs from New Belgium Brewing
• 4pm – 5pm: Staggered return
• 5pm – 7pm: Continued bicycle frolic

There are 3 routes from which to choose:

1. Cruiser Route – 4 miles on mostly protected bike facilities.
2. Main Route – 12 miles on a mix of bike facilities and active roads w/ a few climbs.
3. Ride more

Download and preview routes using AoB’s Ride With GPS Membership Account.

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Pumpkin Pedaller Costume Contest

This year, we’re hosting a costume contest! Winners will be picked in each of the following categories:

1. Best use of Bicycle

2. AVL Current Event

3. Best use of Recycled Materials

4. Best Weird Barbie

6. Best themed group