Maine Lighthouse Ride

Sponsored by the Eastern Trail Alliancemlr1

Saturday, September 7, 2013

Southern Maine Community College

South Portland

Maine Lighthouse Ride logoThe registration numbers are increasing nicely for this year’s MLR, scheduled for Saturday, September 7, 2013 - it will be our 10th annual ride! 

Registration rates are $45 for members of the Eastern Trail Alliance, and $60 for non-members. Click here to register online now!

New for 2013 - MLR Bike Jerseys! Finally - so many of you have asked us about bike jerseys, and we’re happy to say we’ve taken the plunge! We’ll unveil the design in the coming weeks, as well as information about how to order.

MLR Ride Description - Go here for a comprehensive description of the what is included in and available with the Lighthouse ride.

Bicycling options and start times:

  • Century (100-mile) 7:00 am (See all 9 lighthouses)
  • 62-mile (metric century) 7:30 am (8 lighthouses visible)
  • 40-mile 8:00 am (8 lighthouses visible)
  • 25-mile 8:30 am (7 lighthouses visible)

If you are one of the first 500 riders (almost half - 210 - are registered as of May 13) to register for next year, you will receive a free t-shirt when you check in on the day of the ride.

All rides start and end at Southern Maine Community College - click here for directions. If you are coming from out of town, there are many lodging options.

Maps and Cue Sheets are available here - they will also be provided at the ride.

More rider information (frequently asked questions) is available here.  

Rest stops and lunch. Hot food will not be served after 5 pm, but a salad bar will be available until 5:30.

Check out the great Sponsors that have contributed funds and in-kind goods to support the Lighthouse Ride. Please patronize these great businesses as a way of saying thanks for their support of the Eastern Trail! 

Volunteers Needed!! - This great event relies extensively on volunteer support. Consider joining us to help out - we have a lot of fun putting this event on!  Click here to read a description of volunteer needs. For more information or to volunteer please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .