What is IMtG?

I Made the Grade is a bicycle ride that starts at Chief Timothy Park on Highway 12 West of Clarkston, Washington, travels along the Snake River, over the Red Wolf Bridge then over the Washington/Idaho state line and... the fun begins- up the Lewiston Hill along the Old Spiral Highway, and ends at the scenic vista at the top of the Hill. On a clear day, the view never stops. The route covers 18 miles in two states and climbs over 2,000 feet as riders twist and turn up the historic Old Spiral Highway in Lewiston, Idaho. No secrets here... it is a LOT of hard work!

While we know that riders enjoy timing their ride, this is not a race. This is a ride of accomplishment rather than speed. This has been a local family tradition for families or individuals for decades. Some have traveled from all over the US to enjoy this special day. Hydration stations and encouragement are provided by volunteers from Clarkston Wesleyan Church and friends.

It takes around 50 volunteers from the church and the community to provide the staffing necessary for the ride to  happen each year.

Riders from all over the Northwest converge on Clarkston each June to Make the Grade.

Many riders are seasoned to the event and have completed a dozen or more rides.

We would love to have you join us!

 

 

 

 

 

We start at Chief Timothy park in Clarkston, Washington and end at the top of a beautiful look out in Lewiston, Idaho. 

(see map in link above)
 

**PRE-registration is strongly encouraged 

 

**Day of event registration opens at 6:30 am, ends promptly at 7:40 am at Chief Timothy

 

**The starting buzzer sounds promptly at 8:00am
 

**All participants are issued a number

 

**Official times are provided

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**Registration can be purchased with or with out an official IMtG t-shirt

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**You can register online with the link above at the top of this page

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**Lodging: we have several hotels and motels available in the area

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**We will provide several hydration stations and porta-potties along the route

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**E-bikes are allowed

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Refunds are available through Active for an additional fee during registration.

Refunds NOT

given through event organizers after registration is submitted. 

 

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Be advised, traffic control is provided only during the event.

 Traffic control signs and teams are provided during the event and only until

 the last rider crosses the finish line on day of event. No traffic control provided if you chose to ride outside of the marked IMtG route or if you ride back to the starting location at any time.

Please be aware of your own health limitations and fitness level.

 

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**In previous years, many riders have enjoyed a ride BACK to Chief Timothy.

Please be aware that THIS IS NOT a part of the organized ride, there will be no cones or traffic control.

RIDE BACK AT YOUR OWN RISK

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**all participants are responsible for your own transportation back to the starting line.

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**We have done our best to keep you safe with cones, pylons, pilot cars, chaser cars,

hired traffic control and even local law enforcement and fire department to assist with traffic.

Your safety is ultimately up to you to understand/ know follow local laws...

Ride smart!!

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**Safety and security of yourself and your personal property is your responsibility 

- Helmets and highly visible attire are best for your safety and highly recommended 

-A well maintained bike with recommended tire pressure is a must.

AGAIN-Your safety is ultimately  up to you...... Ride smart!!

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This event is held by Harvest Wesleyan Church to help with the expenses of our free community youth basketball camp every summer.

  ELEVATE BASKETBALL CAMP is for boys and girls ages 6-14. You can learn more HERE.
Thank you for your support!