Frequently Asked Questions
Below are answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about Paceline. For additional questions, contact us at getinfo@pacelineride.org.
When is Paceline's ride weekend?
October 12 and 13, 2024. Packet Pick-Up will be Saturday, October 12. PaceDay will be Sunday, October 13.
I want to participate. Are there fundraising requirements?
Below are the fundraising minimums for each route:
- Soul City Six Miler - $400
- Hammer & Nail 25 Mile - $400
- Mission Metric Century - $600
- CycleBar Spin Zone - $250
- Young Adults (14-25), regardless of the route chosen - $250
If you cannot ride in PaceDay but want to help your team fundraise, you may register as a Paceline Pal with no registration fee or fundraising minimum.
How much is the registration fee?
To make the ride more accessible for all, there is no registration fee for 2024.
When is the fundraising deadline?
All fundraising minimums must be met by December 8, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. For registrants who still need to meet their fundraising minimum by December 8, their credit card used at registration will be charged the remaining amount.
What are the routes?
Route maps will be available soon.
What time does the ride start?
All riders will depart Augusta Common at 8:30 AM.
How do I change my route distance?
You can change your route distance up to September 13, 2024. Please submit your request to clong@paceline.org. Please note: you may increase your distance and corresponding minimum, but your fundraising minimum does not change if you choose a shorter route.
Is there a minimum age for riding in PaceDay?
Young Adult Riders must be at least 14 years of age to ride in PaceDay.
What is the CycleBar Spin Zone?
We have partnered with CycleBar Evans to bring four spin classes to the Augusta Common Finish Line. The classes will last approximately 50 minutes and start at 9:00, 10:30, 12:00, and 1:30. Clip-in shoes are required, but CycleBar will provide them if you don't have any. Space is limited, so don't wait to register!
Can I allow someone else to ride in my place on PaceDay?
No. Your registration as a rider in PaceDay is not transferable, even if you do not ride in PaceDay for any reason, including illness or injury, that may limit or preclude your participation. You are not permitted to grant another person the right to ride in PaceDay in your place.
Can I cancel my registration?
No. When you register, you commit to raising money for innovative cancer research. PaceDay is simply a celebration of those efforts from the year.
What type of bike do I need?
Just about any bike will get you 6 or 25 miles. If riding the Mission Metric Century, you may consider a road bike, but one is unnecessary.
How do I make a donation?
Click the "Donate" button in the upper right-hand corner and search for the Rider or Team you wish to donate to.
How do I make a check donation?
Please write the full name of the Rider you wish to donate to in the memo line and mail your check made payable to Paceline at the address: Paceline, 720 St. Sebastian Way, Suite 150, Augusta, GA 30901.
What do I do if a donor hands me a check or cash?
Please mail the check or cash to Paceline, 720 St. Sebastian Way, Suite 150, Augusta, GA 30901. Be sure that your Rider name is either included in the memo line of the check or with the cash so that the donation will apply to your fundraising. If the donor makes the check out to your name, you must personally deposit or cash the check and donate the amount to your rider profile.
Why does Paceline ask for donor information?
We collect data to create accurate donor records and provide appropriate tax acknowledgment information. The information is not used for solicitation purposes. If you have any questions about the collected data, please get in touch with us at clong@paceline.org.
How does Paceline handle tax acknowledgment receipts?
All donations are 100% tax-deductible in the United States unless the donor received goods and/or services in exchange. Please refer to your local tax laws for foreign donors to determine if your donation to Paceline is tax-deductible. All credit card donors will immediately receive a tax acknowledgment letter via email. All check donors will receive a mailed tax acknowledgment letter after Paceline receives the check. Paceline cannot issue acknowledgment receipts for cash donations.
What is a Paceline Pal?
Registering as a Paceline Pal allows you to be part of PaceDay virtually from any location. Paceline Pals do not have to ride or volunteer during PaceDay. They simply focus on fundraising for research at the Georgia Cancer Center!
Is there a registration fee and fundraising minimum for Paceline Pals?
No, there is no registration fee or fundraising minimum for Paceline Pals.
How can I upgrade from a Paceline Pal to a Paceline Rider?
Please email clong@paceline.org by September 13, 2024.
Do Paceline Pals get to participate in PaceDay?
Paceline Pals are invited to join us on PaceDay to support Riders, but access to food and drinks at the finish line celebration is not included with registration.
When and where can I volunteer?
Volunteer shifts will be posted here in late summer for PaceDay 2024. There are many opportunities to volunteer leading up to and throughout PaceDay.
Is there a minimum age to volunteer?
You must be at least 14 years old to volunteer on your own. To register as a minor volunteer, please email clong@paceline.org. We will provide you with the minor volunteer waiver, and a parent or guardian must accompany you.
How will I receive further details regarding my volunteer shift(s)?
You will receive an email with details regarding your shift in the weeks leading up to PaceDay.