Frequently Asked Questions

How many days does the Lobster Ride last?
The Lobster Ride is a one-day, fundraising, friendraising ride along Maine's beautiful rockbound coast.

How many miles is the Lobster Ride?
The Lobster Ride is actually 4 different rides--something for everyone. 16, 30, 50, or 100 miles

Can I buy a ticket for the Lobster Lunch even if I don't ride?
Yes, a ticket is $10.

How do I find local accommodations?
Contact the Rockland Chamber of Commerce at 207-596-0376 or go to www.therealmaine.com.

Where are campgrounds in the area?
For a list of campgrounds, go to www.therealmaine.com/stay.html?key=camping.

What if I'm allergic to, or don't like, lobster? What can I eat?
We will have hot dogs on the grill, veggie rolls, and tuna rolls.

What do volunteers do?
Various jobs for any shift you want: parking in a.m., registration, greeting, rest stop staffing, hot dog grilling, welcoming committee as riders return (noisemakers provided), support vehicle driving, clean-up crew. It's fun to volunteer while whoever you came with is riding. Free lunch for volunteers! See above. Cick here to find out more or sign up to volunteer.

What level of riders will enjoy this ride?
Smell the Roses Riders will enjoy the 16-mile ride. If you regularly ride 15 or 20 miles per ride, the 30-mile ride will be a beautiful challenge. The 50-mile ride (at 15 mph) takes 3-5 hours to complete, including rest stops and lighthouse visiting. The Century riders (100 miles) ride fast.

Where is Rockland, Maine?
Rockland is midcoast, south of Belfast, north of Boothbay. Go to General Information for detailed directions.

We are traveling. We have dogs. Where can I keep them while riding in the Lobster Ride?
There are serveral boarding kennels in the area. Please do not leave animals in your vehicle.

We are traveling. Where can we park our RV during the Lobster Ride?
There is room at the McDougal school, approximately 1 mile from the high school on Broadway, for several RVs. Contact Maggie Warren at 207-622-3973 or maggie_warren@verizon.net in advance so we can be expecting you.

What's the best way to get to the Lobster Ride?
Ride your bike, take the train from Brunswick, carpool. If you're coming alone, please let us know and we'll hook you up with a fellow rider.

Where can I ship my bike?
Bikesenjava (local bike shop, located 1 mile from the high school) will accept your bike. Ship to 481 Main Street, Rockland, Maine 04841. Phone number: 207-596-1004. www.haybikesenjava.com.

Or you can ship to Maine Sport Outfitters, Route 1, Rockport, Maine 04856. Phone number: 1-888-236-8797. www.mainesport.com.

Do you have another question that we can answer?
Please let us know. Contact the Bicycle Coalition of Maine at info@BikeMaine.org or call 207-623-4511.

More Lobster Ride Information (directions, schedule, etc)
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