Solidarity Sidekick Down Route 66 – Stop 14 – Divernon 6.6K
A restored Route 66 gem — and a powerful moment in our journey. Welcome to Stop 14 of the Solidarity Sidekick Down Route 66 series — a 6.6K run/walk through Divernon, home to one of the most beautifully restored Route 66 gas stations in Illinois. This stop captures the essence of the Mother Road: vintage charm, small‑town pride, and a sense of history preserved with love. The restored station — complete with its classic pumps, bright signage, and unmistakable Route 66 character — serves as the perfect anchor for this event. It’s a place where travelers still stop for photos, where nostalgia lives in the details, and where our mission finds a backdrop that feels both authentic and iconic.
This series also stands in solidarity with Enric Casacuberta, who is running the entire Illinois stretch of Route 66 solo to honor those living with ALS. At each stop, participants join Enric for a 2.1‑mile shared run, a symbolic “sidekick” segment that reminds him — and every family touched by ALS — that no one travels this road alone. Divernon offers one of the most heartfelt meet‑up points, where restored history meets living purpose.
Event Highlights
- 6.6K Route 66 Course: A scenic run beginning at Divernon’s beautifully restored historic gas station — a true Route 66 treasure.
- Run With Enric: Join him for the 2.1‑mile shared segment as he continues his statewide ALS journey.
- Vintage Americana: Classic pumps, restored signage, and the unmistakable feel of a 1930s roadside stop.
- Sidekick Spirit: Honoring the friends, families, and supporters who walk alongside those facing ALS.
- Community‑Driven: Open to all paces and all ages — Divernon’s small‑town warmth makes this stop unforgettable.
- Series Momentum: Earn your Stop 14 badge as you help carry the Route 66 torch toward the final Illinois miles.
Why 6.6K? Each event in this series honors the Mother Road itself — 6.6 kilometers symbolizing the 2,400‑mile journey of Route 66 and the long, winding road families travel with ALS. Your miles matter. Your presence matters. Your solidarity matters.
Be Part of the Journey Divernon is a stop that feels like stepping back in time — but the mission is very much alive. When you show up here, you’re helping lift Enric’s journey, amplify ALS awareness, and strengthen a statewide movement built on compassion and courage. Lace up. Show up. Stand with us. Side by side. Mile by mile. Down Route 66.