Our annual fundraiser ride which allows us to provide bikes and cycling instruction to at-risk youth was renamed in 2016 in remembrance of our member Michael McDermott who played an integral role in the Major Force Youth Cycling Program.
Sun, July 20, 2025, 7:30am – 2:00pm
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Online Registration Deadline: Saturday, Jul 19, 2025 at 11:59 PM ET
RIDE DESCRIPTION
The 2025 Pittsburgh Major Taylor Cycling Club’s McDermott 3-State Tour (M3ST), is a bicycle tour starting in Southwest Pennsylvania and heads west, entering into the states of West Virginia and Ohio.
This is a scenic road ride with great scenery, some challenging hill climbs, rolling hills and some flat winding roads.
Rest stops and a full lunch are provided for the 62 & 100 mile rides with SAG support and ride marshals on all routes.
We will follow CDC guidelines for mask requirements.
PMTCC is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization and most of the proceeds from this event benefit the Major Force Youth Cycling Program (MFYCP). To learn more about the MFCYP go to https://pmtcc.org/.
If a family member, friend or co-worker doesn’t ride and would like to donate to the MFYCP, donations can be made at https://www.pmtcc.org/donate/.
Starting Location: Robert Morris University Island Sports Center 7600 Grand Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15225
THE START:
You must arrive at the ride by 6:30 am for packet pickup and check-in. We plan to roll out promptly at 7:30 am.
All riders must make it to Sweetwater Bicycle ( final rest stop) by 2:30pm. Rest will close at that time. Riders will then be encouraged to complete without support or take the SAG vehicle back to the start.
LODGING:
With other events happening that weekend we recommend booking early.
Hotel Fairfield on Neville Island ; 5850 Grand Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15225
WARM-UP RIDE
Those wishing to spend the weekend with us can take part in a warm up ride.
Our warm-up ride takes place the day before the tour. More info to come.
SPONSOR
For more information about sponsorship opportunities, e.g., support rest stops or lunch, for the ride, please email majortaylorpittsburgh@gmail.com.
VOLUNTEER
Can’t ride, but would you like to volunteer and help out with the ride? Please send an email to majortaylorpittsburgh@gmail.com
DONATE
Can’t ride, but want to help to buy a bike or donate to the Major Force Cycling youth cycling program? Donations accepted at https://pmtcc.org/donate/.