FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How much of my entry fee and any pledges I get goes to the cause?
Depending on how our overhead matches our sponsor's contribution, it's our goal to ensure 100% of the entry fee will go to fund Ready for Kindergarten, our early childhood literacy program.

Is there a minimum donation amount required?
There is no minimum donation requirement, but we encourage all our riders to come with donations from their local community to support the cause. There are documents to help you drum up those donations on the About the Cause page.

Is this a race or a ride?
This is a ride.

What kind of food will you have at the rest stops?
1. Bagels and fruit, hot breakfast burritos, energy bars
2. Sandwiches, chips, cookies
3. Really great food!

Do you provide mechanical and SAGsupport along the route?
There will be mechanical support and emergency SAGsupport.

What is the difficulty level of the ride? Do you need to be an expert rider to do it?
CHaFE is a moderate level difficulty.  The route has no mountain passes or sustained climbs. The two steepest climbs are out of Bonners Ferry and Troy. The full CHaFE ride length, at 150 miles, is the biggest factor for inexperienced riders, although they can choose the 1/2 CHaFE ride at a little more than 75 miles.

I think I would like to be a sponsor. Who do I contact about that?
Thank you very much for your sponsorship offer! You can contact Geraldine Lewis at Panhandle Alliance for Education, at 208-290-7148 or ride@chafe150.org.