Frequently Asked Questions
Below are answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about Paceline. For additional questions, contact us at getinfo@pacelineride.org
PaceDay 2020 - Unchained FAQs
For the safety of our community, we have made the difficult decision to make PaceDay 2020 a virtual event. ‘Unchained’ means participants aren’t limited to a bike ride and may choose to run, walk, swim, do yoga, or do any other physical challenge on October 24th to raise funds for the Georgia Cancer Center. Whether you choose a different activity or go for a 100-mile ride, we’ll be cheering you on. Share your activity on social media and tag @PacelineRide. Participants will be invited to join our Live Kickoff the morning before starting their personal activity.
Yes! We will have a LIVE broadcast that will be streamed on our Facebook Page. The broadcast will feature live interviews and rider check-in’s as we talk shop about the Cancer research at the Georgia Cancer Center. In addition, you can ride along on Zwift with our broadcast team from Zwift Community Live! If Zwift isn’t your thing, you can ride outside or do anything you like - so long as you’re moving, having fun, and helping raise awareness of the Paceline mission!
With the virtual event, registration is $0. Riders who registered for the physical event this year can have their registration applied to the 2021 ride, scheduled for May 22nd. Or, in keeping with the intent of the event and its fundraising objectives, registration fees may be donated to the Georgia Cancer Center. Riders choosing this option will receive a receipt for tax credit. Please email nschwartz@pacelineride.org.
There are no fundraising minimums for PaceDay 2020 Unchained. We still need each participant to raise as much for cancer research as she or he can, and we’ve added some fun incentives:
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- $150 – Event T-Shirt
- $300, + Lined Picnic Blanket
- $600, + Umbrella
- $1,000, + Coaster Set
- $1,500, + Incentive Jersey Level 1
- $2,000, + Incentive Jersey Level 2
- $3,000, + Incentive Jersey Level 3 and Vest
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The fundraising minimum will be $400 for the May 22nd, 2021 event. Participants in PaceDay 2020 Unchained can kickstart their 2021 fundraising, based on the amount they raise this year.
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- Raise $300 - $499 in 2020 and the 2021 fundraising minimum will be reduced by $50
- Raise $500 - $999 and get a $100 kickstart
- Raise $1,000 - $1,999 and get a $250 kickstart
- Raise $2,000+ and you have no minimum fundraising goal in May, 2021
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With Paceday 2020 Unchained, participants will earn cool incentives for fundraising:
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- $150 – Event T-Shirt
- $300, + Lined Picnic Blanket
- $600, + Umbrella
- $1,000, + Coaster Set
- $1,500, + Incentive Jersey Level 1
- $2,000, + Incentive Jersey Level 2
- $3,000, + Incentive Jersey Level 3 and Vest
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Participants can pick up their incentives the week before PaceDay, October 24th. We will also offer pick-up following the event for additional incentives earned on PaceDay, or participants unable to get their incentives the week prior.
We will not have a physical opening ceremony with PaceDay 2020 Unchained, rather we will gather via a live stream the morning of October 24th for an inspirational program before participants start their ride, run, walk, swim or other activity.
General FAQ
October 24, 2020 will be a virtual celebration and the 2021 Ride will be May 22nd, 2021.
We will not enforce fundraising minimums for 2020. Below are the recommended fundraising goals and we simply ask that you raise what you can, support your own ride if you have the means, and let your conscience be your guide regarding your donor base. Below are the recommended fundraising goals for each route:
- General 25 Mile Rider – goal of $300
- General 45 Mile Rider – goal of $500
- General 100 Mile Rider – goal of $600
- AU Students and Staff 25 Mile Rider - goal of $250
- AU Students and Staff 45 Mile Rider – goal of $250
- AU Students and Staff 100 Mile Rider – goal of $250
* Young adults are individuals who are 25 years old or younger at the time of registration
- Young Adult 25 Mile Rider - goal of $250
- Young Adult 45 Mile Rider – goal of $250
- Young Adult 100 Mile Rider – goal of $250
- The Registration Fee for all General Riders and AU Student and Staff Riders, regardless of route chosen, is $100.
- For Young Adults, (Ages 14-25), the registration fee is $60.
- For Virtual Rider registration fee is $30.
Just about any bike will get you 25 or 45 miles. If you are riding 100 miles, you may consider a road bike, but one is not necessary.
For information about buying or renting a bike, please visit https://www.pacelineride.org/trainingandbikeresources/.
Each Rider must pay a non-refundable registration fee that is not applied to his or her fundraising. The Registration Fee is charged to the Rider’s card upon registration.
- Personalize your Rider profile, then direct your friends and family to your page and ask them to donate to your ride! We’ve come up with some fundraising tips to help you reach and hopefully exceed your fundraising goal.
- Yes, you are able to use Paceline’s logos for your personal fundraising efforts.
- Please send any final designs that use Paceline’s assets to ewhatley@pacelineride.org for approval before publication or production.
- Anyone who raises $3,000 by October 23, 2020 is a Pacesetter. Hundreds of these amazing riders are willing to go above and beyond for research. They "get it". We're in awe of them. Pacesetters receive a special gift and recognition during ride weekend.
Rider FAQ
The Paceline route encompasses everything that Georgia has to offer. The route options range from a nice and easy 25 mile ride, to an intermediate 45 mile distance to Thomson, to a 100 mile ride that circles outside of Thomson and finishes in downtown Thomson.
The 45/100 Mile Riders will start in Augusta, GA between 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. The 25 Mile Riders will start in Harlem, GA between 9:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. All Riders will finish together in Thomson, GA.
Detailed routes and maps will soon be on the website.
- Detailed course maps to come!
- Changes may be made to the course at any time, in the interest of Rider safety.
- The 45/100 Mile Riders will start in Augusta, GA between 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m.
- The 25 Mile Riders will start in Harlem, GA between 9:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m.
All Riders will finish together in Thomson, GA.
- Select a route that will challenge you both physically and in your fundraising efforts.
- As a rule of thumb, most anyone can ride 25 miles with some training. 45 mile riders should get a ride or two in each week. The 100 mile riders will require a commitment to endurance training.
Up to but no later than 11:59 p.m. on September 24, 2020, you are able to change your route distance. Please submit your request to clong@pacelineride.org.
There will be a rest stop every 12 to 20 miles for water, food, mechanical and medical attention. Support vehicles will also patrol the route to provide assistance, if necessary. You are not required to stop at the rest stops, but they are available for your needs.
Yes. Paceline Riders are to adhere to rules of the road. A safe ride is paramount to the Paceline experience.
Yes, you must be at least 14 years of age to ride in Paceline. Riders who are 14 and 15 years old may register to ride the 20 and 45 mile routes only. Riders who are 16 years and older may register for any of the routes. Parents or guardians will be required to execute the Rider agreement and waiver on behalf of the minor. Please contact clong@pacelineride.org for more information.
Yes, tandems are encouraged but each rider must register separately.
No, you may not ride with an infant or child attached to your bicycle or any other riding apparatus at any time during Paceline.
No. Your registration as a rider in Paceline is not transferable, even if you do not ride in Paceline for any reason, including illness or injury that may limit or preclude your participation. You are not permitted to grant another person the right to ride in Paceline in your place.
Packet pick-up and bike drop off will be Friday, October 23, 2020 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Donations FAQ
Click on the "Donate" button in the upper right-hand corner and search for the Rider or team you wish to donate to!
Please write the full name of the Rider you wish to donate to in the memo line and mail your check made payable to PACELINE at the address: PACELINE RIDE, 1010 Broad Street, Augusta, GA 30901.
Please mail the check to PACELINE RIDE, 1010 Broad Street, Augusta, GA 30901. Also, be sure that your Rider name is included in the memo line, so that we may appropriately apply the donation to your ride. If the donor makes the check out in your name, you will have to personally deposit or cash the check and then apply the amount to your rider profile.
The data we collect is necessary to create accurate donor records and provide appropriate tax acknowledgement information. The information is not used for solicitation purposes. If you have any questions about the information that is being collected, please contact us at clong@pacelineride.org.
If you would like a tax acknowledgement receipt, it is always best to make a credit card or check donation. Paceline cannot issue tax acknowledgement receipts for cash donations that are not brought directly to the Paceline office by the actual donor. Please do not send cash through the mail. If you are a Rider who has received a cash donation, there are two options for applying the cash donation to your ride. In the first instance, you may keep the cash and make an online credit card donation to yourself for the same amount. Please note, however, that if you use this option, you will become the official donor, and you will receive a tax acknowledgement receipt at the email address that you provide. Please do not substitute the cash donor’s name or address for your own when you make the credit card donation on your card. Alternatively, you may bring the cash donation to our office. In this scenario, Paceline still cannot issue a tax acknowledgement receipt to the cash donor who is not present, but you can pick up a blank cash donation receipt that you can provide to your donor to fill out for his/her own record keeping. Please note, Paceline will not complete this receipt form for you as it must be completed by the donor.
All donations are 100% tax deductible in the United States, unless the donor received goods and/or services in exchange for all or a portion of his/her donation, such as through an auction or other fundraiser. For foreign donors, please refer to your local tax laws to determine if your donation to Paceline is tax deductible. All credit card donors will immediately receive a tax acknowledgement letter via email. All check donors will receive a mailed tax acknowledgement letter after the check is received by Paceline.
Virtual Rider FAQ
Virtual Riders are individuals who want to be part of the movement without riding a bike during ride weekend. You can choose to be a Virtual Rider instead of selecting a route during the registration process.
There is a $30 registration fee and a fundraising goal of $150.
Yes, there is a $30.00 registration fee and a $150 fundraising goal.
Virtual Riders have access to the same fundraising tools as Riders. These tools can be found in the "Fundraise" section on our website.
Please email clong@pacelineride.org by September 24, 2020.
Virtual Riders are encouraged to support riders along the route and are allowed to attend our finish line celebration in Thomson, GA.
Volunteer FAQ
There is no fundraising requirement for volunteers but fundraising is certainly encouraged!
All shifts available for Paceline weekend will be listed on the website soon!
Paceline runs on volunteers! There are many opportunities to volunteer during the year. Please email clong@pacelineride.org, and we will follow up with you regarding opportunities soon.
You must be at least 14 years old to volunteer. To register as a minor volunteer, please e-mail us at clong@pacelineride.org. We will provide you with the minor volunteer waiver, which must be signed by a parent or guardian.
The minimum age for volunteering is 14 years old. If you would like to have your family join you at a rest stop or finish line, we encourage them to come and support Riders. Please arrange for another adult to monitor your children during your shift, so that you are able to focus on your volunteer responsibilities.
All Paceline volunteers will receive a T-shirt prior to their first shift. Please note that all volunteers will receive only one T-shirt. We suggest dressing in layers as needed. Please keep in mind that activities are outdoors and volunteers will likely be on their feet for a majority of their selected shift(s). Comfortable shoes are a must, along with sunscreen.
Volunteers are welcome to bring sunscreen, water bottles, and a small cooler or snacks, especially if you have any special dietary requirements.
A lead volunteer is responsible for all of the activities of their volunteer teams at their assigned locations and/or under their specific responsibilities. If you choose to be a lead volunteer, you must be willing to be available the entire time your teams’ activities occur. The times required will vary by responsibilities at various locations. In addition to being available during Paceline weekend, lead volunteers will also participate in pre-Paceline meetings, weekend activities and communicate event details to their volunteer team. If you are interested in being a lead volunteer please email us at clong@pacelineride.org for more information.
Your lead volunteer for the volunteer activity you selected will contact you with information prior to Paceline weekend.
There are no specific requirements to be a photography volunteer. However, we do ask that you supply your own camera or additional equipment. As we get closer to the event, your lead volunteer will contact you with further details. All necessary information on how to upload the photos directly to the Paceline online account will be communicated to you.