Thanks for visiting my page! Together we are making an incredible impact on the lives of thousands of young people through the sport of cycling.
The CCAP has done a lot for me. Four years ago when I did my first race, I came in last, but I had a ton of fun and decided to come back. The next year I joined a team and that really helped me get faster. I won every race, and if there wasn't a CCAP I wouldn't have ever raced or joined a team. Now I have great friends, and it great when new people join the team. That year I also did my first century and a few metric centuries.
Last year we didn't have much racing, but the CCAP did manage to put on a tiny cyclocross season, I really enjoyed it and it was great that they were able to pull it off safely. That year they also put on a winter training program that really pushed everyone in it. It was a great time riding with everyone on Zwift, and seeing everyone get stronger.
This year I started off really strong and decided to attempt an Everest on Zwift. It took over 15 hours, and you can see the ride on strava here. I couldn't have done it if the CCAP didn't put on the winter training series, and if they hadn't supported me through the ride. I had many of the kids and coaches ride with me while I was Everesting, and that really boosted my determination and kept me from getting super bored. I look forward to all the other feats I'll complete this year with my team and the rest of the CCAP.
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The CCAP Breakaway Benefit Ride
May 1, 2021- Farmington, CT
The CCAP Breakaway Benefit is a fundraising event for youth cycling programs in Connecticut's schools and towns. Your participation starts more youth teams, empowers more coaches to lead, and gets more kids on bikes! THANK YOU!
“What the difference is....in my opinion was the CCAP. Many of our kids have never been out of town, to a mountain bike area, etc.... Many can’t afford team sports or their behavior would not be tolerated in a team environment. Having a sport like cycling and being able to spend time with friends is important to these kids.” - Coach Bill Davis, Dag Hammarskjold Middle School, Wallingford
Breakaway Benefit Experiences
- Mountain Bike and Road Rides: Enjoy Connecticut's most beautiful and scenic roads during fully supported rides of 20, 40, or 62 miles. For mountain bikers or those who want to get lost (metaphorically) in the woods, Winding Trails has over 12 miles of trails open to riders during the day!
- Let's Ride - The Family Adventure: New to riding? Come out and join the party for a mellow 1, 3, or 6-mile ride on-site at Winding Trails. This ride includes an "at your own pace" group ride by one of CCAP's Coaches and access to Winding Trails. We recommend a basic mountain bike or hybrid-style bike. Please purchase a meal ticket for a small donation (option available during checkout)!
- Delicious Food and Drink: Pre-ride light breakfast and a barbeque-style lunch afterward to celebrate your ride and fundraising accomplishments. Stick around for awards and fun; which will kick off at 1:00 pm!
- Music and Entertainment for kids and adult cyclists
- Marked and fully supported routes
- Looking to volunteer? Please visit our Volunteer Page to sign up! All volunteers will receive complimentary breakfast and lunch after the ride! No fundraising is required for volunteers but is encouraged. For volunteer questions, please reach out to [email protected].
- Connecticare Triple Crown Charity Challenge: Participate in three ConnectiCare sponsored Gran Fondo's and earn the coveted Triple Crown medal! In addition to all of the awesome swag that you will earn for your Breakaway Benefit fundraising, meeting the $250 minimum will automatically enter you into this challenge. CCAP Coaches, Juniors, and family fun riders encouraged to raise the minimum $150 for the challenge.
Volunteer
Please visit our Volunteer Page to sign up! All volunteers will receive complimentary breakfast and lunch after the ride! No fundraising is required for volunteers but any fundraising is encouraged. For volunteer questions, please reach out to [email protected].
Event Timeline
Event timeline specifics coming soon!
Location
Winding Trails
50 Winding Trails
Farmington, CT 06032
Ride Routes (GPS files coming soon!)
- Teammate 20 Mile Road Ride
- Fast 40 Mile Road Ride
- Big Ring Metric Century
- Aventure Mountain Bike Loops
The Connecticut Cycling Advancement Program's mission is to ensure that Connecticut's youth and their families have access and exposure to an organized state-wide youth cycling league. Additionally, youth and their parents should be able to see a clear avenue that allows them to develop as far as their ambition, skills, and abilities can take them. The sport of cycling teaches a child or young adult a wealth of values, social skills, and mindsets that help them become successful in every aspect of their life, and the CCAP is proud to provide kids across the state with the opportunity to participate in a safe and positive team-based environment.
Recognized nationally for its impact and leadership, the CCAP partners with communities and schools to grow youth cycling throughout Connecticut. More than 55 Connecticut school districts and towns have created CCAP-registered cycling programs or are in the process of establishing cycling clubs and teams. over 550 youth participate in these programs. In addition, 40 CCAP youth-specific events were held in 2019. With your help, the CCAP is just getting started!