
Athena HQ & Check-in
Upon arrival check-in with us at Athena HQ, sign-up for events and pick-up your Athena t-shirt and welcome gift.
*Schedule is subject to change.
Upon arrival check-in with us at Athena HQ, sign-up for events and pick-up your Athena t-shirt and welcome gift.
Grab an Ohio’s Windy 9 map at Athena HQ. Find a riding buddy, and go explore some of the amazing roads around here.
For more information visit: WINDY9.COM
Gather with fellow Athena riders on the patio and outdoor pool at The Ohio University Inn and Conference Center for food, music, the first raffle, and good times.
Gather with fellow Athena riders for a tropical pool party at The Ohio University Inn and Conference Center. We’ll have food, music, the first raffle, and good times in the patio and pool area.
Food provided by Visit Athens County
Grab an Ohio’s Windy 9 map at Athena HQ. Find a riding buddy, and go explore some of the amazing roads around here.
For more information visit: WINDY9.COM
Gather together for a moment of prayer and blessing for the safety of our event attendees and all the riders we know out there.
Upon arrival check-in with us at Athena HQ, sign-up for events and pick-up your Athena t-shirt and welcome gift.
Up, up, and away to the top of Ohio’s Windy 9. Gaze upon the “Rim of the World” along the famous Route 78. Wayne National Forest, Burr Oak State Park, and the Stockport Mill highlight one of the most popular OW9 rides.
Pace: Casual
Distance: 86 miles
**PLEASE FUEL UP BEFOREHAND AND ARRIVE AT STAGING AREA 15 MINUTES BEFORE KSU.**
Get a perfect snapshot of the true Ohio riding experience on this short route. Zip though the curvy roads or take it slow. Explore Lake Hope State Park, Zaleski State Forest, or navigate the gravel road to the popular Moonville Tunnel.
Pace: Casual
Distance: 60 miles
**PLEASE FUEL UP BEFOREHAND AND ARRIVE AT STAGING AREA 15 MINUTES BEFORE KSU.**
Cruise alongside the Hocking River to its confluence with the Ohio. See some great modern engineering as you pass many Ohio River locks and dams. Visit the biker-friendly town of Pomeroy,featuring region’s best views of the Ohio River.
Pace: Moderate
Distance: 101 miles
**PLEASE FUEL UP BEFOREHAND AND ARRIVE AT STAGING AREA 15 MINUTES BEFORE KSU.**
Majestic rolling hills are showcased along this challenging trek. You’ll get a glimpse of State Route 555, aka The Triple Nickel, as you breeze by ridge top farms and orchards on your way to and from the rivertown of Marietta, Ohio.
Pace: Moderate
Distance: 103 miles
**PLEASE FUEL UP BEFOREHAND AND ARRIVE AT STAGING AREA 15 MINUTES BEFORE KSU.**
Celebrate the Hocking Valley’s coal heritage with a tour through the Little Cities of Black Diamonds. Turn-of-the-century upstart mining towns shimmer along this jewel of a ride. Toss in the Wayne National Forest and Nelsonville’s Historic Square for a most unforgettable run.
Pace: Spirited
Distance: 103 miles
**PLEASE FUEL UP BEFOREHAND AND ARRIVE AT STAGING AREA 15 MINUTES BEFORE KSU.**
Old US 33 takes riders back in time by navigating the main historic thoroughfare connecting Athens to the Ohio River. Fill the belly and the bike in Pomeroy before heading deep into Ohio’s Appalachian backcountry.
Pace: Spirited
Distance: 63 Miles
**PLEASE FUEL UP BEFOREHAND AND ARRIVE AT STAGING AREA 15 MINUTES BEFORE KSU.**
Loosen up after your ride with a free chair massage from WellWorks of Ohio University.
Angela Wandle will be sharing her knowledge and some motomechanic tips.
Learn self defense from Rebekah Mendez, co-owner and manager at One Academy, a martial arts school in Athens, Ohio.
Mendez began training Gracie Jiu-Jitsu in 2012, mastering our Women's Self Defense program. She now instructs several adult and children’s classes per week.
Join us at this casual event on the patio at Ohio University Inn & Conference Center. Meet some folks from My Sister's Place and learn a little about the work they do.
Food and drinks available for purchase from Cutler’s Restaurant.
Raffle 2 will be held during the evening social.
Our second raffle happens during the Evening Social with My Sister’s Place. Winning tickets will be announced before event’s end, near 8:00 PM. All proceeds from all Athena raffles go to My Sister’s Place.
Grab an Ohio’s Windy 9 map at Athena HQ. Find a riding buddy, and go explore some of the amazing roads around here.
For more information visit: WINDY9.COM
Upon arrival check-in with us at Athena HQ, sign-up for events and pick-up your Athena t-shirt and welcome gift.
Up, up, and away to the top of Ohio’s Windy 9. Gaze upon the “Rim of the World” along the famous Route 78. Wayne National Forest, Burr Oak State Park, and the Stockport Mill highlight one of the most popular OW9 rides.
Pace: Casual
Distance: 86 miles
**PLEASE FUEL UP BEFOREHAND AND ARRIVE AT STAGING AREA 15 MINUTES BEFORE KSU.**
Get a perfect snapshot of the true Ohio riding experience on this short route. Zip though the curvy roads or take it slow. Explore Lake Hope State Park, Zaleski State Forest, or navigate the gravel road to the popular Moonville Tunnel.
Pace: Casual
Distance: 60 miles
**PLEASE FUEL UP BEFOREHAND AND ARRIVE AT STAGING AREA 15 MINUTES BEFORE KSU.**
Cruise alongside the Hocking River to its confluence with the Ohio. See some great modern engineering as you pass many Ohio River locks and dams. Visit the biker-friendly town of Pomeroy,featuring region’s best views of the Ohio River.
Pace: Moderate
Distance: 101 miles
**PLEASE FUEL UP BEFOREHAND AND ARRIVE AT STAGING AREA 15 MINUTES BEFORE KSU.**
Majestic rolling hills are showcased along this challenging trek. You’ll get a glimpse of State Route 555, aka The Triple Nickel, as you breeze by ridge top farms and orchards on your way to and from the rivertown of Marietta, Ohio.
Pace: Moderate
Distance: 103 miles
**PLEASE FUEL UP BEFOREHAND AND ARRIVE AT STAGING AREA 15 MINUTES BEFORE KSU.**
Celebrate the Hocking Valley’s coal heritage with a tour through the Little Cities of Black Diamonds. Turn-of-the-century upstart mining towns shimmer along this jewel of a ride. Toss in the Wayne National Forest and Nelsonville’s Historic Square for a most unforgettable run.
Pace: Spirited
Distance: 103 miles
**PLEASE FUEL UP BEFOREHAND AND ARRIVE AT STAGING AREA 15 MINUTES BEFORE KSU.**
Old US 33 takes riders back in time by navigating the main historic thoroughfare connecting Athens to the Ohio River. Fill the belly and the bike in Pomeroy before heading deep into Ohio’s Appalachian backcountry.
Pace: Spirited
Distance: 63 Miles
**PLEASE FUEL UP BEFOREHAND AND ARRIVE AT STAGING AREA 15 MINUTES BEFORE KSU.**
Angela Wandle will be sharing her knowledge and some motomechanic tips.
Loosen up after your ride with a free chair massage from WellWorks of Ohio University.
Learn self defense from Rebekah Mendez, co-owner and manager at One Academy, a martial arts school in Athens, Ohio.
Mendez began training Gracie Jiu-Jitsu in 2012, mastering our Women's Self Defense program. She now instructs several adult and children’s classes per week.
All participating riders will line up at the Staging Area outside Ohio University Inn and Conference Center.
5:00 PM - Bike decorating
6:00 PM - KSU for the Moto Parade (guided by City of Athens Police vehicles)
6:15 PM - return to hotels and get a ride from Athens Transit (free all day) or park Uptown at the reserved Athena parking area
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM - Enjoy life Uptown at various businesses offering Athena specials.
*More information coming soon.
Grab an Ohio’s Windy 9 map at Athena HQ. Find a riding buddy, and go explore some of the amazing roads around here.
For more information visit: WINDY9.COM
Participants in the Ride for Women Poker Chip Run need to come to HQ on Saturday to find out where the stops are located and to plan how to get to them.
This is also your last chance to buy Athena merch. HQ closes at 4:00 PM.
The Ride for Women Poker Chip Run will take you around Ohio’s Windy 9 country to 4 different locations. You’ll draw a chip at each stop, as well as a fifth one when you arrive at Stuart’s Opera House for the Athena Banquet, later in the day. Locations will be announced at Athena HQ, just before you head out on the run. The route you take between stops is up to you. Feel free to make the ride as long as you like, just make sure you hit the four stops before 3:00 PM.
Poker Chip Run buy-in is $50.00 (all proceeds benefit My Sister’s Place).
The Athena Banquet is the final event of Athena Ride for Women and it is packed full of fun.
Participants in the Ride for Women Poker Chip Run will receive their fifth chip upon arrival. We will all enjoy some initial social time, appetizers and drinks (cash bar available) before settling in for the Poker Chip drawing — when the winners are revealed. Following the announcement of our winners, we’ll enjoy the complimentary dinner buffet provided by Ohio’s Windy 9 before heading up to the theater for our keynote presentation.
Getting there: Catch a ride to Nelsonville’s Stuart’s Opera House for the Athena Ride for Women Banquet. Buses will take attendees from the Ohio University Inn to the opera house and then return to the Ohio University Inn at the conclusion of the banquet. Bus schedules will be available at registration.