Day of Event Details

Agenda

 

  • Finish at Talkeetna Alaska Lodge by 6:00 PM. All of the Clean Air Challenge routes start and finish at Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge.
  • Dinner - Talkeetna Alaska Lodge between 5:00 PM and 7:30 PM
  • Mission Program & Finish Party Starts at 7:00 PM

 

Parking and Driving Directions

Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge
23601 Talkeetna Spur Rd
Talkeetna, AK 99676

Event Directions

FROM ANCHORAGE:

  • Head north on the Seward Highway
  • Turn right on 6th Avenue (Interstate A-1 north/Glen Highway)
  • Continue on AK-3 North (George Parks Highway)
  • Follow AK-3 through Wasilla and Willow to Talkeetna Jct, Parks Hwy Milepost 98.7
  • Turn right on Talkeetna Spur Road
  • Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge on your Right at Mile 12.5

FROM FAIRBANKS:

  • Head South on the AK-3 S (George Parks Highway)
  • Follow AK-3 through Neenana, Denali National Park, Trapper Creek to Talkeetna Junction, Parks Hwy Milepost 98.7
  • Turn left on Talkeetna Spur Road
  • Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge on your Right at Mile 12.5

Route

View a map of the Clean Air Challenge route.
 

Safety Procedures

Our ride is fully supported with medical and mechanical support including SAG vehicles on all legs of the route. Clean Air Challenge riders are reminded to obey all traffic regulations and posted signage. Should you need any assistance, there will be a contact number posted for Rider Support.

We require that all riders wear bike helmets and high visibility clothing.

Children

Please note that all riders must be at least 5 years old by event day in order to participate. Children age 5-12 are allowed to participate in the 10-mile and 26-mile options. Riders age 13-17 are allowed to participate up to the 60 mile option. Any rider under the age of 18 must ride with an adult (age 18 years or older), and must not be left alone under any circumstances. For adults who ride at a faster pace, please note that your child may not be left unattended while you ride.

If you want to register a child who will be riding with you in an attached bike trailer or attached bike seat, please email CycleForAirAK@lung.org.

2025 Ride Guide - Coming Soon!

This year's Ride Guide will be available for download soon. Please check back for availability.

Rest Stops

Rest stops are located at each mile's turnaround point. Each stop is fully stocked with hydration, electrolytes, and snacks to keep you fueled up! They also are equipped with port-a-potties and hand washing stations.

 

Thank You to Our Local Sponsors

National Sponsors

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Kindred Hospitals

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