You will be provided with everything you need to access and enjoy Bike the Drive. Closer to the event, all participants will be emailed print-at-home rider numbers (eTicket) and other rider information that allows you to easily pass through checkpoints and enjoy snacks at our rest stops.

Bike the Drive Rider Materials Include:

  • Print-at-home Rider Number (eTicket)

  • Ride Guide

  • Complimentary snacks along the course

man smiling riding through course

Rider Number

Closer to the event, you will be emailed your eTickets as a PDF attachment. You will need to print this PDF and follow the instructions below on how to affix your rider number to your bike and your number to your helmet. Rider numbers allow you to easily pass through checkpoints and enjoy snacks at our rest stops. Continue reading below for more information regarding t-shirt pick up, and Challenge medals.

Official Event T-Shirt

The Official T-shirt, made from moisture-wicking fabric, will be available for purchase as an add-on item during registration or can be added later from your registration participant portal online.

Ride Guide

  • Stay Tuned for 2026 Ride Guide 

Challenge Medal Add Ons

If you added on a 30-Mile, 15-Mile or Youth Challenge Medal entry during registration, you can pick up your medal at the Challenge tent at the post-ride festival in Butler Field.

Event Merchandise

  • Stay Tuned for 2026 Merchandise

Bike the Drive is a fundraiser held by

Active Transportation Alliance is a non-profit advocacy organization working to improve conditions for walking, biking, and public transit throughout chicagoland.

Questions: Contact Customer Service
844-299-2087

What participants have said about Bike the Drive

“I’ve ridden almost every year since the first one and it seems to get better every year.”

“One of the best events ever.”

“Absolutely great ride. Well organized. Kudos to everyone involved in planning.”

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