PEAKS to Conga

PEAKS to Conga is an annual cancer fundraiser road bike ride from Cody to Shell, WY. All funds raised go to support cancer patients in the Bighorn Basin.

It’s time to get your wheels spinning once again for the PEAKS to Conga bicyclists’ fundraiser and Shellebration on Saturday, June 22. This fun, non-competitive, fully supported ride starts en masse from Cody Coffee Roasters (3001 Duggleby Drive) in Cody, Wyoming, at 7 a.m. and ends 66 miles down the road in beautiful Shell, Wyoming. 

All funds raised go to PEAKS (People Everywhere Are Kind & Sharing) which helps cover gas, grocery, and other non-medical expenses for cancer patients in the Big Horn Basin experiencing financial hardship. To date, we’ve raised more than $300,000 for our friends, family, neighbors, and coworkers who are going through cancer treatment. Help us continue to share that kindness to those in need. 

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

• Ride some or all of the route … hence the Conga line!
• Helmets are mandatory!
• Gear to carry with you: Spare tubes, Water bottle, Appropriate layers, and Sunscreen
• Support vehicles are available along the route with snacks, water and technical assistance if you need a helping hand plus we have multiple aid stations along the way to keep you going strong.
  • ONLY designated support vehicles are allowed along the route in order to reduce road congestion and maintain safety. If you have family or friends interested in helping along the ride, please let us know ASAP.
• Bring a change of clothes to throw in the SAG vehicle at the start so you can be comfortable and relax at the Shellebration after your ride.
• If you want to stay overnight for the post-ride fun, reserve a campsite or room at the Shell Campground (307.765.9924). There are multiple vacation rentals available in the area and additional hotels in Greybull.
• ONE return shuttle departs Shell at 1:30 p.m. – Sign up with your registration by June 1. 

FAMILY-FRIENDLY POST-RIDE SHELLEBRATION  

• Park Activities
  • Massage ($1/minute)
  • Live music beginning at 11 a.m.
  • Artisan vendors (cash & check only)
  • Free Yoga @ 1 p.m.
  • Beer tent by Cody Craft Brewing
• 307Pizza, the Shell Hall Auxiliary, Shell Bar and Old Shell Store will be available to feed your post-ride hunger. Plan accordingly and bring cash (an ATM is available in the Shell store). 
• Silent auction in the Shell Community Hall, closes at 7 p.m.
• Rude Diary outdoor concert begins at 4 p.m.

P2C CYCLING SOCKS, PINTS & OTHER SWAG: This year each rider gets a pair of custom cycling socks plus a logo pint and other great items with your full-ride registration. Extra socks will be available to purchase with your registration. Other merchandise will be available to purchase through our store on our website (available soon!) – check it out at peakstoconga.org.

ROADSIDE TRIBUTE SIGNS: Make a tribute to a friend or loved one who is currently or has battled cancer, or simply to inspire the riders along their way. Personalized signs with your custom design will be displayed along the route each year. Cost is $100. Signs must be reserved by June 5. Contact Laurie at peakstoconga@gmail.com with questions.

50/50 RAFFLE: Don’t forget to buy your raffle tickets early ($20 each)! The winner rides away with ½ of the cash kitty! Drawing will be held in Shell at 6 p.m. Need not be present to win. Raffle tickets are available from P2C committee members (see who to contact below) or various locations around the BHB. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Instagram pages for more info.

Thanks for all of your support over the years … We are truly making a difference locally!

2024 PEAKS TO CONGA STEERING COMMITTEE: Laurie Stoelk (chair & founder), Jim Butz, Janie Curtis, Chris Guyer, Rene Huge, Samm Jones, Jeremy Martin, Katelyn Parker, Amy Quick, Bonnie Smith and Hannah Stinson

Reach out to any of the above committee members for more details or to purchase your raffle tickets. We can’t wait to pedal with you and KICK CANCER TO THE CURB!