FAQ
What does N.I.T.E. Ride stand for?
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What is the N.I.T.E. Ride?
The N.I.T.E. ride is a full day of activities culminating in a 20-mile
night time bicycle tour on well-lit roads through downtown Indianapolis
beginning and ending at IUPUI's Michael A Carroll Track and Soccer Stadium.
After the tour a celebration is held with food and a live band. See the ride
brochure for additional details and activities.
When is the N.I.T.E. Ride?
This year: June 23, 2012
Next year: June 22, 2013
Where is the N.I.T.E. Ride?
The N.I.T.E. Ride starts at IUPUI's Michael A Carroll Track and Soccer
Stadium, 1001 West New York Street, Indianapolis, IN.
How do I get to IUPUI?
Are lights and helmets required?
Yes!
Do I need a confirmation number or letter?
No. Registration is by name, not by number. You do not need to bring a
confirmation letter to receive your T-shirt and registration packet.
How much does the N.I.T.E. Ride cost?
Registrations received via our website by Saturday, May 26 or via mail
postmarked by May 26 are $23 per person. After May 26 the registration
fee increases to $29 per person.
How late can I register?
Mail-in registrations must be postmarked by Saturday, June 9. Online registration
via Active.com will close 5:00 am Wednesday, June 20.
May I just register the day of the event?
Yes, subject to availability. We expect the event to sell out, and it’s
possible there may be few or no registrations still available by the date
of the event. We recommend that you pre-register to make sure you aren’t
left out!
I’m pre-registered. Can someone else
pick up my registration packet and T-shirt?
Yes. One pre-registered individual may pick up registration packets on
the day of the event (4:00 – 10:00PM) for other pre-registered participants
in their group. However, anyone who is not pre-registered must register
in person, subject to availability (the event is expected to sell out).
I pre-registered via the website but didn’t
receive a Confirmation Letter.
You do not need one. You would have received “confirmation screen”
while at the registration website and a separate confirmation e-mail message.
(You are not required to bring copies of these to the event.) Both of these
contain links to our event HomePage, from where you may download an Information
Sheet containing information equivalent to the Confirmation Letter that
is returned to mail-in registrants who provide us with a self-addressed
stamped #10-size envelope.
May I cancel my pre-registration?
We generally are not able to process cancellations. However, you may transfer
your registration to another participant without notice to us. Simply
have the other participant report to our “Day of Event Registration” station,
fill out an application, and receive your registration materials. It’s
possible, but not likely, that we will be able to accommodate T-shirt
size changes in such cases.
I’ve already pre-registered but would
like to add to my order. Is this possible?
Apologies, but due to data management issues we are not able to adjust
pre-registration information. A limited supply of all sizes of T-shirts
and sweatshirts will be on sale at the event. We can also place an order
for you and mail your purchase to your home after the event.
Are riders 18 or younger allowed to ride? Yes. For safety of all participants riders between the ages of 16 and 18 must be accompanied by a riding parent or legal guardian. Participants under 16 years of age must be on the same bike (a tandem or Trail-A-Bike) with their parent or legal guardian. Registrations for riders under 18 must be signed by parent or legal guardian and be sent with the registration form of the accompanying rider.
Why are riders less than 16 years old not
allowed to ride on their own? My child is a competent bicyclist and has
been riding for many years.
This restriction is necessary due to Indianapolis curfew laws, as well
as being in the interest of participant safety. We realize this causes
some younger but quite capable bicycling enthusiasts to be excluded if
they can not “hitch a ride” on a tandem, and apologize for
the inconvenience caused to families with younger cyclists. We encourage
younger bicyclists to take part in the morning Club Ride and the Dinner
Ride.
Do I have to ride a particular type of bicycle?
I prefer riding my mountain bike.
Any type of bicycle, as long as it is safe working order, maybe used. The
only stipulations are you must use a headlight (we also recommend using
a taillight) and wear a helmet.
Where can I find lodging?
Event Hotel Onsite! Stay at the 4-star University
Place Hotel.
Special N.I.T.E. Ride participant rate is $99 per night plus tax. Call
800-627-2700 to reserve your room and ask for the N.I.T.E. Ride rate. To
view the rooms go to www.universityplace.iupui.edu.
While there you can dine at the comfortable upscale Chancellor's Restaurant, with exceptional cuisine showcasing locally sourced ingredients, or the Our Den Sports Bar, featuring a menu of American favorites with the day's top games on large screens. (N.I.T.E. Ride Food Specials - TBA)
For other lodging options visit the Indianapolis Visitor's Center website.