Community FAQ

  • Have you reached out to local and county officials?

    I have met with the Butler and Saunders County Boards of Supervisors and gotten the go-ahead. I have also notified the Sheriff's Departments and Volunteer Fire Departments in the nearby communities of our event.

  • How many cyclists will be out on the roads?

    We're expecting 50-100 cyclists, many of whom have experience riding in the Alps and share our love for the area, and I have no doubt that first-time riders will quickly fall in love with the stunning beauty of the Alps! We hope you'll join us in making this event welcoming and enjoyable for everyone.

  • When and where will cyclists be?

    The official route can be found on our routes page!

    The route will consist of three loops, all starting and ending at Czechland Lake. The first will pass through Abie, the second through Weston, and the third through Loma. The event starts at 8am and our event has a sharp cutoff at 6pm in an attempt to limit the number of cyclists on the road after dark during harvest.
    An approximation of when and where our cyclists will be.
    LocationFast (20 mph)Average (15 mph)Slow (10 mph)
    Abie9 AM9:30 AM10 AM
    Czechland Lake Visit #110 AM10:45 AM12 PM
    Weston11 AM12 PM2 PM
    Czechland Lake Visit #212 PM1:30 PM4 PM
    Loma1 PM2:45 PMX
    Finish2 PM4 PMX

  • What should I do if I encounter cyclists while driving?

    Treat cyclists like you would a four-wheeler or ATV. Give them at least 3 feet of space when passing, and only pass when it's safe. If the road is narrow or you're approaching a hill, please wait. It might take a few extra minutes, but this will help us all get where we are going safely.

    Jason from Gravel Worlds (a race based out of Lincoln) has a great video detailing rules that our cyclists are expected to follow:
    Here are some additional resources:
    Hanover Insurnace Article
    Nebraska DOT Bicycle Guide
    Bike America Article

  • How can I help?

    • If you live along the route:

      Feel free use the table above to find out when our cyclists may be in your area. If you have a dog that likes to chase, please keep them kenneled while cyclists are nearby. Otherwise, grab a lawnchair and watch as they roll by - give them a wave!

    • If you're working or harvesting along the route:

      You can help keep our cyclists safe by minimizing your time on the route (if possible) and being patient. Remember to give at least 3 feet of space when passing, and only pass when it is safe to do so.

    • If you want to volunteer:

      Here is our volunteer sign up sheet. We can always use people to help run an aid station or get riders checked in.

    • Everyone else:

      Sign up if you are feeling adventurous and want to participate in the Dozinky Doozy, or come cheer on our cyclists as they start their adventure at 8am. They will be making two more stops back through Czechland Lake, so swing by and see what gravel cycling is all about!

  • How can I stay up to date?

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We thank you for being such gracious hosts. There truly is no place quite like the Bohemian Alps!