RAINY START — Saturday's SepTimber Ride event, hosted by the Eagle River Area Chamber of Commerce and Great Headwaters Trails Foundation (GHTF), drew approximately 320 riders. This was the 12th annual event and raises money for the expansion of area trail systems.—Photos By Gary Ridderbusch and Michelle Drew. Above: A rainy start didn't shift the momentum for riders taking off to begin their trek.
A lucky ticketholder goes in for the high-five after her winning ticket was called during the prize drawings.
Abbey Gatlin, executive director of the chamber (left), and Laura VanValkenberg, president of GHTF, thank the many sponsors, riders and volunteers that help make SepTimber Ride a success.
Local residents and GHTF supporters Mary and Mike Mader prepare to begin the 28-mile trail ride.
Those preparing for their rides use the bike tech tent, provided by Breakaway Sports of Eagle River, to make final adjustments.
Riders pedal through the very beginnings of fall color.
Volunteers serve up brats, hot dog and veggie burgers at the afterparty. Trig's Smokehouse donated some of the food for the event.
Samples of beer are served up at Tribute Brewing Company following the rides.
Volunteer Bill Marshall mans the grill to keep brats, hot dogs and veggie burgers coming for hungry riders.
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