Join the Patta Cycling Team for the Patta151

Keti Koti, meaning ‘Broken Chains,’ commemorates the end of slavery in Suriname and the Dutch Caribbean on July 1st. It’s a day of freedom and remembrance. On July 1st, 1863, the Netherlands abolished slavery in in Suriname, freeing over 45,000 enslaved people. This day is a powerful reminder of the struggle for freedom and equality. Keti Koti is not only a remembrance of the past but a celebration of culture, heritage, and the ongoing fight for equality. Festivals, music, and parades mark this day of unity.

The Patta 151 - Commemorating 151 Years of Freedom. We invite our global community to show your support for emancipation for oppressed people everywhere by signing in to Strava and cycling your own 151km route this weekend. Join us by cycling through the weekend by planning your ride. 50km, 100km or 151km are our targets but you choose your own adventure. Share your experience by using #Patta151, tagging @pattacyclingteam and showing us your journey.

Plan your route for the Patta151. Whether you’re riding in Amsterdam or anywhere in the world, find a route that works for you and your crew. We do the Patta 151 on Keti Koti not only a remembrance of the past but a celebration of culture, heritage, and the ongoing fight for equality.

Join us for the annual Patta 151km Ride, a celebration of community, heritage, and cycling! This year, we embark on a memorable journey from Amsterdam to Rotterdam. Our route will take us to the Het Slavernijmonument, a poignant symbol of history and resilience. We will gather there for a meaningful lunch stop before cycling back to Amsterdam.

Before you set off for a ride please ensure to have the following essentials.

- Well-maintained road bikes (in good working order)
- Small repair kit: spare inner tubes, small pump & multitool for any mechanicals
- Water
- Clothing suitable for cycling - please check the weather
- Snacks