FAQ

BIKE HSS is a ride and walk/run, not a race! We welcome all participants, from all places, with all levels of cycling ability.

• Ride: Participants must be 16+ on or before Saturday, September 19, 2026. Participants aged 16 and 17 must ride with a registered adult care giver or parent.
• Walk/Run: Walkers and Runners of all ages are welcome.
• Please Note: Under no exception can infants or children ride on a bike with their registered parent/guardian/caregiver/participant.

Cycling Registration for all distances is $95.

5K Walk/Run Registration is $95 for 16 years old and above. $20 for 15 and under

• 10, 25, and 62 Mile route cycling options and a 5K walk/run option on the Manhattanville University campus, complete with scenic and beautiful fall routes
• Participant BIKE HSS Bag
• Fully supported course
  • Rest Stops every 12-15 miles along the cycling route
  • 2 Rest Stops along the 5K Walk/Run route
  • On Course Medical
  • SAG and Mechanical Support
• Start/Finish Venue Amenities
  • Medical, Bike Mechanics, Bike Parking, Recovery Zone, Entertainment, and more
  • Pre-ride and walk/run breakfast and post-ride and walk/run lunch
• Ability to earn the annual BIKE HSS jersey or BIKE HSS running jacket if you raise $1,000.
• Ability to earn other BIKE HSS fundraising incentives

BIKE HSS will start and finish at Manhattanville University in Purchase, New York.

Manhattanville University is easily accessible near the Metro North White Plains, Rye and Harrison Metro North stations. If you drive, there is parking available at The Centre, 2 Manhattanville Road, Purchase, New York. It’s a quick walk to the main venue and parking attendants will be visible to direct all pedestrian traffic.

Stay tuned for packet pick up details.

Due to our mission in providing critical musculoskeletal care, we highly encourage it. We set your fundraising goal to what is easily attainable—$500—and there are amazing incentive prizes for meeting those goals. We’re here to help you every step of the way and provide you with great resources and tools to surpass your goals with ease. See our Fundraising Toolkit to help you get started!

No, your non-refundable registration fee is not a tax-deductible donation, and therefore can’t apply toward your fundraising goal. Registration fees help offset the costs of producing the event and all of the great services we provide to you.

Yes, all donations are tax deductible. The official 501(c)3 organizational name is: The Hospital for Special Surgery. Our federal employer identification number (EIN) # is 13-6714749.

Registration fees are non-transferrable. If you need a refund, please contact bike@hss.edu

Please fill out an offline donation form to include with check donations, and send both to:

BIKE HSS
P.O. Box 21041
New York, NY 10087

There is a suggested fundraising goal of $500. Due to our mission in providing critical musculoskeletal care, we highly encourage it. We set your fundraising goal to what is easily attainable ($500 for 10 Mile, 25 Mile, AND 62 Mile Riders), and there are amazing incentive prizes for meeting those goals. We’re here to help you every step of the way and provide you with great resources and tools to surpass your goals with ease.

Yes, please bring your own bike. Bikes are available for rent through Danny's Cycles while supplies last.

Check out the routes for the 10, 25, and 62 Mile cycling to learn more. For your safety, we do not announce specific route details until event week. Keep in mind, extensive safety measures, such as traffic control devices and law enforcement officers, are in place on event day that are not in place on any given day. While we will provide GPS routes for riders to load into their bike computers should they choose, all routes will be marked with both signage and Route Arrows to allow all riders to navigate the course easily.

Yes! Cycling routes are supported by Rest Stops complete with food, water, electrolyte beverages, bathrooms and medical every 12-15 miles along both routes.

Have no fear! SAG vans are here! We have vehicles patrolling the route to pick up cyclists (and their bikes) when in need. You’re also equipped with a wristband with an 800 number that can dispatch a van to your location.

There is a suggested fundraising goal of $500. Due to our mission in providing critical musculoskeletal care, we highly encourage it. We set your fundraising goal to what is easily attainable and there are amazing incentive prizes for meeting those goals. We’re here to help you every step of the way and provide you with great resources and tools to surpass your goals with ease.

Everyone’s welcome at the BIKE HSS Walk/Run—no matter your age or ability! Whether you’re walking with the kids, running with friends, or taking it at your own pace, this event is for you. It’s all about getting moving, having fun, and supporting a cause that makes a difference. So lace up your shoes, bring the whole family, and let’s move together for HSS!

Check out the 5K Walk/Run route here to learn more about the 2026 route. For your safety, we do not announce specific route details until event week. Overview maps of the routes can be viewed here. Keep in mind, extensive safety measures, such as traffic control devices and law enforcement officers, are in place on event day that are not in place on any given day. The route will be marked with both signage and Route Arrows to allow all walkers and runners to navigate the course easily.

Volunteer Registration opens May 15th. To receive a reminder, please contact events@hss.edu

The minimum age to register as a volunteer is 16 years old.

No, volunteers do not have a minimum fundraising commitment. We thank you for your invaluable support.