What to Expect
The Tri-State Trek isn't just a cycling event; it's an amazing weekend
that is designed to provide our riders and volunteers with an unforgettable experience.
Below are some important details to help you plan your weekend and make the most of
your Trek experience.
Location
The
University of New Hampshire, our vibrant base camp throughout the weekend, is widely
recognized as one of the greenest college campuses in the country. Our dorm accommodations
will be closely situated to the tented area where we will house registration, check-in,
meals, evening programming, and bike storage/repair. For those who wish to explore, UNH
is surrounded by nature trails and is within walking distance of downtown Durham.
Dorm Room Accommodations
All Tri-State Trek participants who request accommodations will have
lodging in the dorm rooms at
University of New Hampshire. The dorms will be closely
situated to the tented area where breakfast and dinner will be served.
- Pillows, sheets, blankets, and towels are not provided unless a linen package was selected during registration. Dorms can vary in temperature, so please plan ahead with warmer bedding options.
- All bedrooms are based on double occupancy. Private rooms are available for an additional fee.
- Participants who do not select name a roommate during sign-up will be assigned a random roommate of the same gender.
- All bedrooms will be part of a shared suite, meaning you will be sharing a bathroom and shower with one other room.
- Please note, room assignments are based on requests provided during registration. We will not be able to make any changes to accommodation reservations. We appreciate your understanding and flexibility.
Dorm Room Accommodations
All Tri-State Trek participants who request accommodations will have
lodging in the dorm rooms at
University of New Hampshire. The dorms will be closely
situated to the tented area where breakfast and dinner will be served.
- Pillows, sheets, blankets, and towels are not provided unless a linen package was selected during registration. Dorms can vary in temperature, so please plan ahead with warmer bedding options.
- All bedrooms are based on double occupancy. Private rooms are available for an additional fee.
- Participants who do not select name a roommate during sign-up will be assigned a random roommate of the same gender.
- All bedrooms will be part of a shared suite, meaning you will be sharing a bathroom and shower with one other room.
- Please note, room assignments are based on requests provided during registration. We will not be able to make any changes to accommodation reservations. We appreciate your understanding and flexibility.
Weekend Meals
All meals, snacks, water, sports drinks, and more are provided to all riders and
volunteers. From Friday Welcome Celebration through the Finish Line Party on Sunday,
you will eat well. We provide vegetarian, vegan, and gluten free options all weekend.
- Breakfast and coffee will be available beginning at 5:00am on Saturday and Sunday. In addition to enjoying a full breakfast, we will have various snacks that you can grab for the ride and fill up stations where you can fill your water bottles with water and Gatorade.
- Lunch (complete with deli sandwiches, salads, drinks, chips, and more) is served on Saturday and Sunday at one of the rest stops along the route. In addition, there will be a BBQ lunch available back at the base camp beginning at noon on both days.
- Dinner will be provided on both Friday and Saturday night at our UNH base camp. Both dinners will include a full meal along with alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, and a variety of dessert options. Dinner on Saturday will be followed by our Saturday Night social program and open mic.
Weekend Meals
All meals, snacks, water, sports drinks, and more are provided to all riders and
volunteers. From Friday Welcome Celebration through the Finish Line Party on Sunday,
you will eat well. We provide vegetarian, vegan, and gluten free options all weekend.
- Breakfast and coffee will be available beginning at 5:00am on Saturday and Sunday. In addition to enjoying a full breakfast, we will have various snacks that you can grab for the ride and fill up stations where you can fill your water bottles with water and Gatorade.
- Lunch (complete with deli sandwiches, salads, drinks, chips, and more) is served on Saturday and Sunday at one of the rest stops along the route. In addition, there will be a BBQ lunch available back at the base camp beginning at noon on both days.
- Dinner will be provided on both Friday and Saturday night at our UNH base camp. Both dinners will include a full meal along with alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, and a variety of dessert options. Dinner on Saturday will be followed by our Saturday Night social program and open mic.
Upon Arrival
Participants will receive their welcome packets including Tri-State Trek
Dispatch bracelet granting access to all weekend activities. Participants will also be able to
check into dorms at these times. Check In hours for the Tri-State Trek
are listed below – Plan your trip accordingly!
-
Friday, June 21st from 3pm-9pm – Those wanting to check into dorm rooms for Friday Night will need to do so before 9pm.
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Saturday, June 22nd from 5:30am-7:00am & 3pm-6pm – Non-overnight
Day One Cyclists arriving on Saturday morning are welcome to check in starting at 5:30am. Day
Two Cyclists checking in for dorm rooms on Saturday Night are able to check in between 3pm-6pm.
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Sunday, June 23rd from 5:30am-7:00am – Non-overnight
Day Two Cyclists arriving on Sunday morning are welcome to check in starting at 5:30am. There
is no dorm room check in Sunday. Final checkout for all Tri-State Trek
participants is 8pm Sunday night.
Pool Access
As a registered Trek participant or crew member, you'll have access to UNH's private
Hamel Recreation Center Outdoor Pool. The pool is conveniently situated on
the UNH campus, just a short stroll from the Trek base camp. Present your Trek Dispatch
bracelet at the entrance for a $9 entry free. Note that non-Trek participants will not
have access. For optimum enjoyment, we suggest taking a dip in the afternoon after your
day of cycling. The pool welcomes guests from 11 am to 7 pm on Friday-Sunday and is located
at
5 Edgewood Rd, Durham, NH 03824.
See walking directions
here.
What to Bring
Riders and crew should bring everything they need for the weekend with them. This includes
toiletries, towels, linens and pillows (unless you have purchased a linen package during
registration), cycling gear, and clothing for any possible weather conditions.
A detailed packing list for all cyclists and crew is available
here.
Team Swag Swap
Share your team spirit by participating in the Team Swag Swap! Throughout the weekend,
Teams can show off their creativity by bringing and swapping items with other teams,
such as baked goods, keychains, bracelets and more! Or order items from services such
as Etsy, Sticker Mule, Custom Tattoos Now! We recommend bringing at least 30 items to swap!
Timeline of Daily Activities
3:00pm
Registration and Bike Tech Opens
6:00pm
Welcome Celebration Dinner Begins
7:00pm
Welcome Program Begins
9:00pm
Registration Closes
5:30am
Registration and Breakfast Opens
7:00pm
We Are Trek Family Saturday Night Program
5:30am
Registration and Breakfast Opens
5:00pm
Finish Line Party and Tri-State Trek 2024 Concludes
Route
The Tri-State Trek team is currently in the town approval process for
the 2024 route and expect to have a finalized map by May 1. In
the meantime, view the 2023 route below to get a better idea of how you'll ride.
