Pedal the Cause in West Plains starts at 7:45 AM on October 10, 2026, so plan your arrival accordingly if you're traveling to 602 E Olden Street. The event offers two distances: a 14-mile cycling route and a 7-mile walking option, making it accessible for different fitness levels and preferences. Entry fees range from $25 to $30. Whether you're looking to log cycling miles or prefer a walking event, this fundraiser gives you flexibility in how you participate. Book accommodations nearby to keep your pre-race preparation simple and allow time for an early start.
From the Race Organizer
Grab your bike and helmet, and join us for the 2026 West Plains Rides for Pedal the Cause! Every dollar participants raise directly supports groundbreaking cancer research at Siteman Cancer Center and St. Louis Children’s Hospital. Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026 Location: West Plains High School, 602 E Olden St, West Plains, MO 65775 Event Day Timeline: Packet Pick-up: 7:30 - 8:00 AM Spin Session #1: 7:45 - 8:15 AM Long Course Start: 8:00 AM Short Course Start: 8:10 AM Spin Session #2: 8:15 - 8:45 AM Kids Challenge Course Opens: 8:30 AM Spin Session #3: 8:45 - 9:15 AM Awards & Raffle Prizes Announced: 9:30 AM Participant Options: 7 Mile Course | Course Map 14 Mile Course | Course Map (7 mile course x2) Spin: Three different 30-minute stationary cycling shifts at 7:45 am, 8:15 am, and 8:45 am. Only 10 slots are available in each shift! Kids Course: Designed for kids ages 2-6, the short kids’ trek course takes place within the West Plains High School parking lot. (*Note: Helmets required to participate.) Registration Early Bird through 9/9: $25 per participant, guarantee an event t-shirt! 9/10- 9/29: $25 per participant, no t-shirt. 9/30-10/5: $30 per participant, no t-shirt. Check Payments: If you prefer to pay by check rather than online via credit card or Apple Pay, checks should be made payable to Pedal the Cause. Please note that there is a $100 maximum contribution per family. You may deliver your check to one of the following locations. Be sure to inform the staff that you have completed your registration online. West Plains Bike Shop, 313 Washington Ave, West Plains, MO 65775 Donation Request: In memory of Kiara Holden (June 13, 2005 – January 23, 2020), we invite riders to honor her legacy by donating art supplies, such as paint, brushes, markers, pencils, canvases, or sketchbooks, to the Children’s Hospital in St. Louis. Kiara was a talented and passionate young artist who enjoyed creating art. Your contributions will help inspire creativity and comfort in other children, just as art did for Kiara. Event Committee Contact Information: Lori Bash: 417.293.9524 Michelle Cobban: 417.274.6131 Candie Holden: 417.293.1741 Heather Legler: 417.257.4794 Pam Topliff: 417.257.4642 Stephanie Hullinger: 417-712-0026
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Race Travel Insurance
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When is West Plains Rides for Pedal the Cause 2026 — West Plains, MO?
West Plains Rides for Pedal the Cause 2026 — West Plains, MO takes place on October 10, 2026. The race is held in West Plains, Missouri.
Where is West Plains Rides for Pedal the Cause 2026 — West Plains, MO held?
West Plains Rides for Pedal the Cause 2026 — West Plains, MO is held at 602 E Olden St in West Plains, Missouri.
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