Hosted at Paradox Brewery in North Hudson, the Handlebarley Gravel Weekend features two incredible fall days of mixed surface riding in the southern Adirondacks. Best part is you can sign up to ride just Saturday, only Sunday, or make it a full weekend.
Regardless of the number of days you choose to ride, you're guaranteed some awesome dirt, equally amazing views and a whole lot of fun. The main event will be Saturday this year with fabulous 43-mile mixed surface route where we venture east of the brewery to Ironville for a stop the Penfield Homestead Museum and then to Moriah for another rest stop at Hunter Way Farm before heading back to the brewery for a pizza and salad feast complete with live music. In between, you'll experience some of the finest paved and gravel backroads anywhere in the region. Sunday's ride is mid morning cruise to stunning Boreas Ponds followed by post ride drinks at the brewery. 
Need a teaser, check out this sweet video.
Dates: September 12-13
Location: North Hudson
Mileage: 30-43 miles
Participation Cap: 150 riders
Benefits: Penfield Homestead Museum
Best of all, the event benefits the Penfield Homestead Museum in historic Ironville, known as the "Birthplace of Electrical Age." The museum is not just a homestead, but a group of 19th century buildings and extensive grounds. During your visit, you can check out the home built by Allen Penfield, farm yard barns, a church and parsonage built in the 1840s.
And if you make a full weekend of it, The Lodge at Schroon Lake - our official lodging partner for the southern Adirondacks - has a sweet deal for you. Click the Lodging tab above for details.
Registration Includes
Saturday Ride Only - Classic Handlebarley Route
- Full ride support
- 2 generously stocked rest stops
- One free pint of delicious Paradox craft beer
- Pizza & salad finish feast
- Live music
- Event gift
Sunday Ride Only - Boreas Ponds Out-And-Back
- Full ride support
- Generously stocked rest stop
- One free pint of delicious Paradox craft beer
- Event gift
Full Weekend Package
- All of the above plus a sweet Paradox Brewery cycling jersey ($80 value)
Rider Experiences
"This is the most fun I've had on my bike in a long time! Loved the roller coaster ride from the last rest stop to the end!"
"The Handlebarley is one of my must attend bike rides every fall. The scenery is spectacular and BikeADK organizes the event for the enjoyment of all riders."
"I just got done with the Handlebarley for the first time - what a GREAT event! Everything (support, SAG, food, water, etc) was in place and ready to go, and the BikeADK team was friendly, helpful and great to work with. I'll be back next year and we're already looking for other BikeADK events to join as well!"
"The Handlebarley was challenging, beautiful, incredibly well-organized. Everything about it was a delight -- great support team (thanks for all the encouragement, Roadies!), just the right refueling options along the ride and at the finish, nice fellow-riders. Getting to know Elk Lake Lodge and the Penfield Homestead Museum was an added bonus. Would definitely sign on for more events with BikeADK. Thanks for a great weekend!"
Event Schedule
Saturday, September 12
730a - On-Site Check In Opens
9a - Handlebarley Route Sendoff
1p - Post Ride Party Begins
1-3p - Live Music
Sunday, September 13
9a - On-Site Check In Opens
10a - Route Sendoff
1230p - Casual gathering at Paradox Brewery
Routes
FAQs
What does registration include?
Registration includes:
Saturday Ride Only - Classic Handlebarley Route
- Full ride support
- 2 generously stocked rest stops
- One free pint of delicious Paradox craft beer
- Pizza & salad finish feast
- Live music
- Event gift
Sunday Ride Only - Elk Lake Lodge Out-And-Back
- Full ride support
- Generously stocked rest stop
- One free pint of delicious Paradox craft beer
- Event gift
Full Weekend Package
- All of the above plus a sweet Paradox Brewery cycling jersey
Are e-bikes allowed?
Yes, all Class 1 pedal assist e-bikes are welcome.
How challenging is the route?
By clicking the "Routes" tab you can see a Ride with GPS profile for the routes. From here you can also download the route and print cue sheets.
What does the event support?
A portion of the event proceeds will be donated to the Penfield Homestead Museum.
What is the refund policy?
The policy is as follows:
- Refunds of any amount do not include BikeReg service fees.
- 100% if requested 60 or more days before the event.
- 50% if requested between 60-30 days before the event.
- Refunds are not available if requested less than 30 days before the event. However, the registration can be transferred to another person or deferred to the following year.
- If the event is canceled by organizers, 100% refunds will be issued or registrations can be deferred to the following year.
LODGING
The Lodge at Schroon Lake is our official lodging partner for all southern Adirondacks events. This incredible property is a beautiful 36-acre hotel on the west shore of Schroon Lake. The resort features 116 rooms, 32 of which are pet-friendly, including hotel rooms, standalone cabins and chalets, and upscale glamping sites.
Use the code BIKE when booking for a special BikeADK discount.
Additional lodging options are available throughout the Adirondack Hub region. Search them all here.
Partners
