Cyclists will take to Pittsburgh’s streets next weekend for the 29th Annual UPMC Health Plan Pedal Pittsburgh - the largest one-day charity ride in Pennsylvania, with up to 3,000 participants expected. The 2022 event will be held on Sunday, August 28th, beginning and ending in Southside Riverfront Park under the Birmingham Bridge. The ride raises critical funds for local nonprofit organization Bike Pittsburgh.
In order to alert motorists and ensure the safety of the riders, Bike Pittsburgh is issuing the following traffic advisory and road safety reminders for this weekend:
TRAFFIC ALERT
There will be an increase of bicyclists on city streets during the UPMC Health Plan PedalPGH event between 7:00 am and 3:00 pm on Sunday, August 28th. Cyclists will be riding on city streets along with vehicle traffic. Motorists should expect minor delays and use caution when encountering PedalPGH riders.
ROAD SAFETY REMINDER
Pennsylvania law requires that motorists give at least four feet between the vehicle and the bicyclists when passing. Bike Pittsburgh encourages drivers to review Pennsylvania’s 'Safe Passing Law' and to remember that forcing a cyclist off the road is a crime that can lead to legal charges.
Event Details:
Date: Sunday, August 28, 2022
Time: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: The ride begins and ends in Southside Riverfront Park (under the Birmingham Bridge)
Registration: PedalPGH.org
Routes:
- 10 Mile SouthSide Works Local Loop
- 25 Mile City Tour
- 40 Mile Grand Tour
- 62 Mile BikePGH 20th Anniversary Challenge
ABOUT PEDALPGH
Since BikePGH took over PedalPGH in 2012, the event has raised more than $1 Million for bicycle and pedestrian advocacy in Pittsburgh. Proceeds fund BikePGH, a registered 501(c)(3) charitable non-profit, that works on behalf of the Pittsburgh community to make the city safe and accessible for everyone to bike and walk and to reduce the harmful effects of car dependence in our communities.
