Make an Impact With rideATAXIA

rideATAXIA is a way for people to take action. Whether you're an experienced cyclist or simply someone who wants to make a difference, rideATAXIA offers people of all abilities a way to join the effort to raise funds for FA research.

From all corners of the world, people gather to rideATAXIA events for friendship, camaraderie, and the opportunity to engage new communities. Each ride features:

  • Multiple route lengths to accommodate different levels of ability
  • Fully stocked rest stops
  • Strong SAG/mechanical support
  • Delicious post-ride food
rideATAXIA ride day event, Kyle Bryant in front on trike pumping fist in the air with crowd behind him.

How to Participate

From volunteering to cycling to creating a fundraising team, there are many ways to get involved in rideATAXIA. If you are unable to attend a ride in your area, consider donating, participating in a ride virtually, or creating your own event through rideATAXIA Hometown.

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Ride

Ride. There are four national rideATAXIA events to participate in: Gainesville, Chicago, Philly, and Dallas.

Walk

Walk. Each national rideATAXIA event features a walking route for teammates who prefer to walk.

Volunteer

Volunteer. The national rideATAXIA events require approximately 50 volunteers to make them go.

Host

Host. Can’t make it to a national rideATAXIA event? Host a group ride or event of your own.

Connect

Connect. Meet other FA community members and enjoy a catered lunch and activities

Donate

Donate. Help advance FA research today.

Upcoming rideATAXIA Events

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EVENT | Jul 20 2025

rideATAXIA Chicago 2025

Save the date for rideATAXIA Chicago! More details to come soon!

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Channahon Central Park, Channahon, Illinois
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EVENT | Sep 21 2025

rideATAXIA Hometown Twin Cities

Join us this September for a family-friendly ride along the Mississippi River Greenway Trail!

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Scharr’s Bluff Gathering Center, Hastings, Minnesota
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EVENT | Oct 12 2025

rideATAXIA Philly 2025

Join us at Montgomery County Community College for an amazing day with our FAmily. Choose between a 4-, 8-, 26-, or 46-mile ride, or a 1.5-mile walk/ride on campus – there's something for everyone!

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Montgomery County Community College, Blue Bell, Pennsylvania
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EVENT | Nov 8 2025

rideATAXIA Dallas 2025

Save the date for rideATAXIA Dallas! More details to come soon!

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Lewisville Railroad Park, Lewisville, Texas
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JOIN THE RIDE FROM ANYWHERE

Bring rideATAXIA to Your Hometown

We want you on the rideATAXIA team! If you can’t make it to a current signature location, consider creating your own event through rideATAXIA Hometown.

rideATAXIA Hometown offers teammates the opportunity to ride individually or host local events for their community as part of the rideATAXIA Program Series. There are several Hometown options to choose from based on your event and cycling experience.

Learn about rideATAXIA Hometown
JOIN THE RIDE FROM ANYWHERE

Bring rideATAXIA to Your Hometown

We want you on the rideATAXIA team! If you can’t make it to a current signature location, consider creating your own event through rideATAXIA Hometown.

rideATAXIA Hometown offers teammates the opportunity to ride individually or host local events for their community as part of the rideATAXIA Program Series. There are several Hometown options to choose from based on your event and cycling experience.

Learn about rideATAXIA Hometown

rideATAXIA's History

Initiated by Kyle Bryant in 2007, rideATAXIA has raised invaluable awareness for FA and over $10 million in support of FA research grants. Bryant’s inspiration spurs from his diagnosis at age 17 and the discovery that he could travel long distances under his own power on a recumbent tricycle. Fueled by the passion to do more for himself and the FA community, Bryant and his family completed a 2,500-mile bike ride from San Diego to Memphis to raise awareness and funds for FA research.

That was just the beginning of rideATAXIA. Now functioning as a program of the Friedreich’s Ataxia Research Alliance (FARA), rideATAXIA offers challenging and family-friendly bike rides. From all corners of the world, people gather to rideATAXIA events for friendship, camaraderie, and the opportunity to engage new communities, moving forward together towards treatments and a cure.

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Ataxian Athlete Initiative

Part of the mission of rideATAXIA is to "EMPOWER Ataxians by inspiring, motivating and providing opportunities to develop physical and mental strength."

Since 2009, through the Ataxian Athlete Initiative (AAI), rideATAXIA has been facilitating the funding and purchase of adaptive cycling equipment for aspiring Ataxian Athletes so they may start their personal rideATAXIA adventure.

Learn more about the AAI
Person sitting on recumbent trike.

rideATAXIA FAQs

Yes, if online registration is unavailable, you can pay day-of pricing and register in-person.

We can take credit cards, check and cash as registration payment or donation on ride day.

No, rideATAXIA events have many different registration options. In addition, to cycling options, there are also options to participate in a walk/roll route or come for lunch, engage with the FA community, and participate in post-ride celebrations.