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2019 and 2018 Charity Rides
Connecticut
Rock to Rock Earth Day ride, New Haven CT: April 27th, 2019 - Rock to Rock riders raise support for more than 20 local groups — all doing high-impact work to create a healthier, greener community. Rock to Rock begins at Common Ground (358 Springside Avenue -directions), at the base of West Rock Park, and finishes at College Woods at East […]
Annual Tour of Lights – Bike for Thought, Groton CT, May 11, 2019 - The Annual BIAC Bike for Thought "Tour of Lights" provides views of historic lighthouses while raising funds to provide critical brain injury prevention and resource services throughout Connecticut, starting from UCONN's Avery Point in Groton CT.
Tour de Lyme: May 19, 2019 - Lyme, CT is known for its scenic beauty, low traffic, and varied terrain. Participants in Tour de Lyme help support the Land Trust. 2018 route 60 miles:: Detailed cue sheet here and a map of the Challenge Ride 2016 and GPS file of the Route. The Valley 26 miles, The Family – 8 miles. 2015 route […]
Bike MS,Windsor CT: June 2, 2019 - Bike MS has raised over $1 billion through their annual cycling fundraisers. This ride starts in Windsor, CT. Multiple mileage options are offered. View the Bike MS website for the current routes. 2016 routes 100 miles Route at RideWithGPS View and print cue sheet View and print map GPX […]
Bloomin’ Metric, Westport, CT: June 9, 2019 - Cycle Along Stunning Beaches and Through Classic New England Countryside. 4 Fully Supported Routes. 
Ride for Children , Oxford CT, June 9, 2019 - The Ride for Children has 15, 32, & 50 mile bike ride & 2k walk leaving from Quarry Walk, 300 Oxford Road, Oxford, CT. Routes for beginners and experienced riders. Beneficiary: BHcare is a regional nonprofit organization that provides a comprehensive and integrated system of care for adults, children […]
Bike MS: Stamford/Fairfield County CT, June 23, 2019 - Details at the Event site Start/End Location: Middlesex Middle School, 204 Hollow Tree Ridge Rd, Darien, CT 06820 Routes: 25, 50 & 75 Miles Route at RideWithGPS View and print cue sheet View and print map GPX file TCX Course 
CT Challenge, Westport CT, July 26-27, 2019 - The CT Challenge bike ride is the main source of funding for the nonprofit organization of the same name, helping the 14.5 million cancer survivors in Connecticut and throughout the U.S. rebuild, improve and prolong their lives through exercise, nutrition, mind-body health and community-building support programs 2016 routes 100 […]
Tour of the Litchfield Hills, August 4, 2019 - The Tour of the Litchfield Hills starts at Coe Park in downtown Torrington MA (map to start) and is a fundraiser for for the Center for Cancer Care Fund. Note that much of this ride is on busy major highways. The Tour offers non-competitive 12, 30, 50, 75, and […]
Steeple Chase, Mansfield CT: August 17th, 2019 - The annual Steeple Chase Bike Tour offers 20, 35, 50, 62.5 and 100 mile routes winding through 14 towns in scenic northeastern Connecticut, plus a 5 mile walking route. Preregister by visiting http://www.steeplechasebiketour.org. Location of Event: Eastern Connecticut State University Athletic Complex, 69 Mansfield City Rd. in Mansfield, CT. 100 miles […]
Closer to Free, New Haven CT: September 7, 2019 - Closer to Free is a fundraising ride for Smilow Cancer Hospital in New Haven Century Route at RideWithGPS View and print cue sheet View and print map GPX file TCX Course Metric Century Route at RideWithGPS View and print cue sheet View and print map GPX file TCX […]
CT Cycle for Life, Middletown CT, September 21, 2019 - Connecticut CF Cycle for Life is a fully-supported ride with route options of 10, 33 and 58-miles. Beneficiary: Connecticut Chapter 101 Centerpoint Drive, Suite 107 Middletown, CT Event Location: Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, CT Chapter Office, Middletown, CT Routes: 10-mile 33-mile 58-mile 58 Mile Ride (2018) Route at RideWithGPS View and print […]
Steeple Chase, Mansfield CT: August 18, 2018 - The annual Steeple Chase Bike Tour is a fundraiser for three area non-profit organizations: Windham Area Interfaith Ministry, Perception Programs and the Windham Region No Freeze Project. The Bike Tour features 100, 62, 50, 35 and 20-mile routes through scenic Northeastern Connecticut’s Quiet Corner, as well as a 5-mile […]
Seven Lakes Ride, Stafford Springs CT, June 24, 2018 - The annual Seven Lakes Ride is a fund-raising event to benefit the patients of Eastern Connecticut Cancer Institute (ECCI) in Manchester, CT. The ride occurs in June of each year. 62 Mile Route 45 Mile Route 25 Mile Route 20 Mile Route 
Summer Breeze, Madison CT: July 22, 2018 - The Southern Connecticut Cycle Club and the Sarah Foundation offer the Summer Breeze Ride for Autism along Connecticut back roads with shoreline views, starting from the Polson Middle School in Madison, CT. 2016 routes 15 Miles: Map My Ride 15 or Strava 15. Download 15 Mile Cue Sheet 22 Miles: Map My Ride 22 or Strava […]
Angel Ride, Windsor Locks CT: May 26, 2018 - The annual Angel Ride offers a two-day 135-mile ride in Connecticut which has become a Memorial Day weekend tradition. Over $5 million has been raised since 2004 through by Angel Charities, Inc. Visit the site for this year’s routes. 2016 routes Day 1 route at RideWithGPS View and print cue […]
Go the Distance, Woodbury CT, September 22, 2018 - Woodbury Scholarship Fund Dollars for Scholars makes dreams come true…dreams of becoming a doctor, an engineer, a teacher, a social worker, an electrician or a banker…dreams of the young men and women who grew up in our community…dreams of our friends and neighbors. Help us make dreams come […]
Tour des Farms, Litchfield CT, Oct 6, 2018 - Connecticut Resource Conservation & Development Area is bringing back its signature Tour Des Farms Bicycle Ride on October 6, 2018. The ride will be in Litchfield County touring the numerous farms in Goshen and Litchfield.
RIDE For Our Vets, Stamford CT: Saturday, June 16, 2018 - The RIDE For Our Vets benefits the Connecticut Veterans Legal Center (www.ctveteranslegal.org) Date: Saturday, June 16, 2018 Location: Point72 headquarters, Stamford, CT 25-mile route Route at RideWithGPS View and print cue sheet View and print map GPX file TCX Course 50-mile route Route at RideWithGPS View and print cue sheet […]
East Lyme Bike & BBQ, Saturday, September 29th, 2018 - East Lyme Parks and Recreation is holding their annual bike and bbq event to raise money for local historical properties and open spaces in East Lyme and Niantic. The three historical properties benefiting from this event are: the Smith-Harris House, the Samuel Smith House, and the Thomas Lee House. Proceeds will […]
Sharon’s Ride For Epilepsy, Westhaven CT, May 19, 2018 - The Epilepsy Foundation of Connecticut is dedicated to improving the lives of people with epilepsy and their families. There are now 4 locations for the Annual Sharon’s Ride.Run.Walk For Epilepsy, West Haven, Farmington, Tolland, and Stamford. Saturday, May 19, 2018 – West Haven & Farmington Sunday, May 20, 2018 […]
Thread City Cyclers Century, July 28, 2018 - The Thread City Cyclers Century starts in Willimantic CT and meanders to Colchester along lightly traveled country roads. From Colchester, you’ll descend through the twisty turns of Devil’s Hopyard State Park, and cross the Connecticut River at the Goodspeed Opera House in East Haddam… After a 25 mile […]
Bike the Beach, Fairfield CT, September 23, 2018 - Bike the Beach enjoys a picturesque route beginning at Jennings Beach in Fairfield, Connecticut, passing by scenic beaches through five historic New England towns. ROUTE GPS FILES 10 mile route GPS file 20 mile route GPS file 45 mile route GPS file download link 62 mile route GPS […]
William Raveis Ride, Norwalk CT, September 30, 2018 - Site: raveisridewalk.com Location: Norwalk, CT 5 mile walk, 12, 25 and 50 mile rides Beneficiary: Damon Runyon Cancer Research FoundationMaine
Kennebunks Tour de Cure, Wells ME, June 9, 2019 - Join the American Diabetes Association at the 2019 Kennebunks Tour de Cure Location: Wells Reserve at Laudholm, 342 Laudholm Farms Road, Wells, ME, 04090 Routes: (This year’s route may vary) 100 miles 63 miles 30 miles 2018 63 mile route Route at RideWithGPS View and print cue sheet View and […]
Trek Across Maine: June 14-16, 2019 - New route, same great ride! The 35th annual Trek Across Maine is on Father's Day Weekend - June 14 – 16th, 2019. Featuring a new route for our 35th Anniversary, cycle 180 miles across the state of Maine.
Seacoast Safari, Kittery-Biddenford ME: July 13, 2019 - CF Cycle for Life is a fully-supported ride with route options of 30 miles, 65 miles or a Century.
Great Maine Getaway, Biddeford ME: August 10 – 11, 2019 - On the two-day Great Maine Getaway ride for the National MS Society, cyclists hug Maine’s southern coastline. Start: University of New England Biddeford campus. 2016 Great Maine Getaway routes Saturday Route at RideWithGPS View and print cue sheet View and print map GPX file TCX Course 25 miles (map) 50 miles […]
Champion the Cure Challenge, Brewer ME, August 17, 2019 - The Champion the Cure century ride follows the Penobscot River north from Brewer Maine to Lincoln, then reverses course on highways with wide shoulders.
Bike Maine, September 7-14, 2019 - BikeMaine is a fully-supported, seven day cycling tour held in mid-September, the prime time to cycle in New England. The days are still warm, the nights are comfortably cool, and a hint of fall color is just beginning to appear on the trees. Cyclists pedal an average of […]
Dempsey Challenge, Lewiston ME: September 28-29, 2019 - The Dempsey Challenge is an annual international fundraising cycling / run or walk based in Lewiston/Auburn, Maine benefitting The Patrick Dempsey Center for Cancer Hope & Healing at Central Maine Medical Center. Start: Simard-Payne Police Memorial Park, 46 Beech Street, Lewiston, ME 04240 View the 100 mile century […]
NE Parkinsons Ride, Old Orchard Beach, ME: September 08, 2018 - The New England Parkinson’s Ride begins and ends in Old Orchard Beach, Maine with four loop sfrom The Ball Park, home of the SURGE Baseball Team. 100 mile loop Route at RideWithGPS View and print cue sheet View and print map GPX file TCX Course 50 mile loop Route at […]
Lobster ride, Camden ME: July 22, 2018 - The Maine Lobster Ride originates at the Camden Snow Bowl in Camden, ME. 2016 routes 15 Miles Route at RideWithGPS View and print cue sheet View and print map GPX file TCX Course 34 miles Route at RideWithGPS View and print cue sheet View and print map GPX file TCX Course […]
Trek Across Maine: June 15 – 17, 2018 - Join the American Lung Association for the 34th annual Trek Across Maine on Father’s Day Weekend – June 15 – 17, 2018. From the mountains at Sunday River to the sea in Belfast, cycle 180 miles across the state of Maine. This ride is fully supported by volunteers […]
Loon Echo Trek, Bridgton ME: September 15, 2018 - The Loon Echo Bike Trek offers 25, 50, 80 or 100 miles, with scenic rural roads, starting and ending in Bridgton, Maine, circling through the mountains to Bethel and back. The 18th annual Loon Echo Trek is the largest event benefiting the Loon Echo Land Trust! Proceeds from […]
The Maine Lobter and Roll Ride from Rockland ME, 2018 - The Maine Lobster Ride and Roll supports the Bicycle Coalition of Maine’s work to improve bicycling in Maine. Start from Rockland District High School. Rockland District High School, 400 Broadway, Rockland, ME. Visit Bike Maine for more information. Route at RideWithGPS View and print cue sheet View and […]Massachusetts
The 10th Annual Ciclismo Classico Bike Travel Film Festival, March 20, 2019 - A benefit for Adventure Cycling and MassBike, presented by Ciclismo Classico TICKETS: $20.00 in advance, $25.00 at door. Purchase online. Tickets are now on sale for the 10th Annual Ciclismo Classico Bike Travel Film Festival. It’s the only festival in the USA to focus solely on bicycle adventures. This year it’ll […]
Bike MS: Ride the Vineyard, May 4, 2019 - Bike MS: Ride the Vineyard is more than a ride. It’s an experience grounded in camaraderie and marked by passion, inspiration, determination and pure enjoyment. It will be an experience you’ll never forget, shared with new friends and old. Start/End Location: Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School, 100 Edgartown – Vineyard […]
Ride the Vineyard, Martha’s Vineyard, Saturday, May 4, 2019 - Ride the Vineyard the Multiple Sclerosis fundraiser on Martha’s Vineyard, Massachusetts. With the quaint charm and beautiful ocean views of Martha’s Vineyard, choose from 15, 30, and 60mile routes and enjoy the cliffs of Gay Head, the beaches of Katama, and the scenic views of East Chop! Start: […]
Tour de Minnechaug Mountain, May 5th, 2019 - Ride 8, 20 or 40 miles through the historic countryside of the New England towns of Wilbraham and Hampden. All net proceeds benefit the youth development projects of the Rotary Club of Wilbraham-Hampden.
Brain Tumor Ride, Waltham: May 19, 2019 - Boston Brain Tumor Ride is an event to raise awareness and much-needed resources to fund critical brain tumor-specific programs to improve the lives of all those affected by brain tumors. Hosted by the National Brain Tumor Society, the Boston Brain Tumor Ride offers individuals and teams a chance […]
Bicycles Battling Cancer, Marlborough MA: June 9, 2019 - Join the American Cancer Society’s Bicycles Battling Cancer ride for our scenic ride through Central MA and Southern NH. Riders of all levels welcome! Choose between three route options: 30, 70 or 100 miles along a well-supported ride. Together cyclists and volunteers come together to raise funds to help […]
Tri-State Trek, MA-RI-CT: June 21, 2019 - Tri-State Trek, Riding for a cure for ALS, Chestnut Hill MA to West Haven, CT Day 1 route Day 2 route Day 3 route 2016 routes (Boston to White Plains) Route at RideWithGPS View and print cue sheet View and print map GPX file TCX Course
Best Buddies Challenge, Cape Cod: June 1, 2019 - Join The Best Buddies Challenge. The 100, 50, and 20 mile rides start from different locations and all end up at Hyannisport on Cape Cod. Each route takes riders along scenic, country roads to Hyannis Port. All rides are fully supported, with rest stops along the way and support vehicles […]
Tour de Cure New England Classic, Bedford, MA :July 13, 2019 - 2 New England Classic 150 & 550 The New England Classic Tour de Cure is a weekend or weeklong adventure cycling through picturesque towns, along the coast and through the mountains. Our two-day, 150-mile tour takes you from Woburn, just north of Boston, through the Merrimack Valley and […]
Bravehearts Ride, Harvard MA: July 13, 2019 - The National Brain Tumor Society Bravehearts Ride offers a 50-mile, 25-mile, and 2-mile children’s route. Proceeds benefit the National Brain Tumor Society and Camp Sunshine. 25 miles PDF Cue Sheet Route at RideWithGPS View and print cue sheet View and print map GPX file TCX Course 50 miles PDF […]
Reid’s Ride, Gloucester MA: July 21, 2019 - Reid’s Ride is a 28-mile bike ride from Lynnfield High School to Gloucester’s Stage Fort Park to benefit the Reid Sacco AYA Cancer Fund. Route at RideWithGPS View and print cue sheet View and print map GPX file TCX Course
River Valley Ice Cream Ride, July 27, 2019 - Ice Cream Ride: http://www.icecreamride.com Start location: Turners Falls, MA Charities: MassBike Pioneer Valley, Turners Falls Riverculture and Community Involved in Sustaining Agriculture (CISA) Description: The River Valley Ice Cream Ride blends the best of summertime fun – bikes, gorgeous roads and ice cream. And, it supports organizations working to […]
Cycle Massachusetts State Bike Tour, August 3 – 9, 2019 - Cycle Massachusetts is dedicated to Celebrating Cycling in Massachusetts. We organize, participate and support many other rides in Massachusetts and we are active in promoting bicycle tourism so that others will see what a great place our state is for cycling. The Cycle Massachusetts State Bike Tour supports MassBike […]
Amherst Pioneer Valley Farm Ride, August 9-11, 2019 - The annual Farm Ride starts from the University of Massachusetts in Amherst, MA and offers two full days of cycling in Pioneer Valley farm country, taking beautiful back roads. Arrowed route options range from 15-100 miles and include rest stops and S.A.G. support. Visit the Farm Ride site. 100 mile […]
Deerfield Dirt Road Randonnée, August 17, 2019 - The Deerfield Dirt Road Randonnée (D2R2) was conceived in the 1990’s as just a favorite dirt-road loop in the hilltowns of Franklin County, Massachusetts. Since its birth as an organized ride 11 years ago, many have hailed D2R2 as the hardest, most beautiful, most fun, most traffic-free, most […]
Cycle for Shelter, Haverhill MA: July 28, 2019 - The annual Cycle for Shelter to benefit Emmaus will be held at Northern Essex Community College. Cyclists can ride a 20-mile, 40-mile, 62-mile or 100-mile scenic route that will take them through Haverhill, MA, up to the seacoast of New Hampshire, and south through the North Shore of […]
Ride for Angels, North Andover MA: September 8, 2019 - Ride For Angels takes you through Northeast MA and Southern NH portions of New England to raise funds and awareness of Angel Flight NE’s mission. All of the donations given on behalf of these “Road Angels” will benefit Angel Flight NE. Angel Flight Northeast is a non-profit organization that […]
Ride for Habitat, Hingham MA: September 14, 2019 - Ride for Habitat supports affordable housing, with a 50-mile loop for the more advanced cyclist, a 25-mile and a 15-mile route for recreational cyclists with breathtaking views of the ocean.
Harbor to the Bay (H2B), September 14, 2019 - The H2B Ride is a 125 mile ride from Boston to Provincetown to support people living with HIV and AID. Start: Northeastern University, Boston MA PDF Cue Sheet Route at RideWithGPS View and print cue sheet View and print map GPX file TCX Course
The Last Gasp, Sandwich to Provincetown MA: September 15, 2019 - The Annual LAST GASP! The 27th Annual LAST GASP! Ride from Sandwich to Provincetown in support of several Cape Cod Charities! Cape Cod Charitable Funraisers’ premier event is entering its 27th year with a bike ride from Sandwich to Provincetown, a scenic cruise through Cape Cod Bay back […]
Ride to Remember, Springfield to Boston, September 21, 2019 - The Springfield “Ride-to-Remember” welcomes all bicycle riders to join members of the Law Enforcement, Firefighter and EMT community for the annual Ride-To-Remember charity bicycle ride from Springfield to Boston, MA. This ride is open to the public but it does require the purchase of an official rider’s jersey. The […]
Positive Spin for ALS, September 22, 2019 - The ALS Association Massachusetts Chapter hosts its Annual “Positive Spin for ALS” cycling event at the Longfellow Club, located at 524 Boston Post Road, Wayland, MA, offering a ride for bicyclists of all abilities, with routes ranging from our Kids’ Ride to road rides of 10, 25, 50, […]
ALA Cape Cod Autumn Escape Trek, September 27, 2019 - The American Lung Association Autumn Escape Bike Trek is a three day tour of Cape Cod after the summer season has passed, and is supported by more than 100 volunteers both at the start and finish lines and along the route at rest stops and intersections. Day 1 Route at […]
Autumn Escape Bike Trek, Plymouth MA: September 27 – 29, 2019 - Location: Plymouth, MA Beneficiary: American Lung Association http://www.lung.org The American Lung Association Autumn Escape Bike Trek is a three day tour of Cape Cod after the summer season has passed, and is supported by more than 100 volunteers both at the start and finish lines and along the route at […]
Great River Ride, October 7, 2018 - Starting from Westfield near the Mass Turnpike in western Massachusetts, the Great River Ride is “one of the best century rides in the USA” according to Bicycling Magazine. With almost 9000 ft of climbing over its 102 mile course, the Great River Ride is one of the most […]
Pan-Mass Challenge: August 4-5, 2018 - The Pan-Massachusetts Challenge is the nation’s original fundraising bike-a-thon and today raises more money than any other athletic fundraising event in the country. The PMC has contributed $303 million to lifesaving cancer research and treatment at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute since its 1980 inception. Start: Sturbridge Host Hotel, Sturbridge, MA. […]
Boston Hub on Wheels, Sep. 17, 2017 - This year, riders have the option of selecting either the 10-mile family-friendly route or the more challenging 40-mile course. Visit the Hub on Wheels signup page. Route at RideWithGPS View and print cue sheet View and print map GPX file TCX Course
Ride to Thrive, Harvard MA, October 14, 2018 - Begin your ride at the Healing Garden in Harvard MA & choose your route in support of the Healing Garden’s mission to reduce suffering and optimize the quality of life for those affected by cancer. The Ride to Thrive starts and ends at the Healing Garden in Harvard and […]
Deerfield Bicycle Tour, August 12 – 17, 2018 - Discover Historic Deerfield and the beautiful Connecticut River Valley from the seat of your bicycle this summer! Historic Deerfield presents a week full of handlebar-view adventures traveling the scenic byways and quiet back roads to some of the valley’s vibrant and charming communities. In addition to great cycling, […]
Cycle Massachusetts State Bike Tour – August 4 – 10, 2018 - Cycle Massachusetts State Bike Tour 2018 All our proceeds go to Massbike and we are their number one donor each year – check us out at www.cyclema.com. 2018 Description Discover Central Massachusetts as we ride a loop between Amherst and Worcester. Starting and ending in Amherst – Worcester host location 3 move days. […]
A Reason to Ride, Danvers MA: September 9, 2018 - A Reason to Ride is a fundraiser to benefit cancer research at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, starting from Danvers MA and visiting Wenham, Hamilton, Essex, Manchester by the Sea, Gloucester, Ipswich, Georgetown, Topsfield returning to Danvers. 2016 routes 10 mile cue sheet 25 mile cue sheet 50 mile cue sheet […]
Rodman Ride for Kids, September 22, 2018 - The Rodman Ride for Kids is a 25, 50, and 100-mile non-competitive cycling fundraiser for at-risk children in Massachusetts and the youth focused social-service agencies that service them, agencies such as Big Brothers Big Sisters of Cape Cod and the Islands.The affiliated agencies raise funds through corporate sponsorships […]
Pain in the Mass, Amherst MA August 11, 2018 - THE PAIN in the MASS TOUR was designed to help support The Tyler Foundation and the families affected by epilepsy.
North Shore Tour de Cure, Topsfield MA: Sunday, May 20, 2018 - The Tour de Cure is a series of fundraising cycling events held in 44 states nationwide to benefit the American Diabetes Association. This ride starts at the fairgrounds in Topsfield, MA. 2016 routes 100 mile ride Route at RideWithGPS View and print cue sheet View and print map […]
Ride to defeat ALS, Wayland MA, September 23, 2018 - Ride to Defeat ALS is a community fundraising event that creates the hope and action needed to conquer Lou Gehrig’s Disease. We offer four cycling routes- 75 miles, 50 miles, 25 miles, and a 10-mile family ride- followed by a lunch and celebration at The Longfellow Club in […]
Bikes Not Bombs, Jamaica Plain MA: June 10, 2018 - Bike Not Bombs’ Bike-A-Thon route maps are online for all four distance options. The rides start in the Jamaica Plain neighborhood of Boston. The Bike-A-Thon offers a Century Route with options of 10 miles, 30 miles, 50 miles or 100 miles. Go to https://bikesnotbombs.org/bike-a-thon/routes. 2017 Routes 100 mile route map. 100 mile route […]
NSC Blazing Saddles Century, Byfield MA: Saturday, August 18, 2018 - North Shore Cyclists’ Blazing Saddles Century travels through the rural towns of the North Shore and southern New Hampshire past beautiful rivers, lakes, churches, and farms. The terrain includes rolling hills, long sunny flats, and rural roads. Start: Triton Regional High School, 112 Elm Street, Byfield, MA. Map to start Proceeds […]
Impact Ride, Attleboro MA: September 29, 2018 - Join some of the best cycling in southeastern New England with the IMPACT Ride. Proceeds go to the fight against breast cancer.
Location: Attleboro MA
Vineyard Warrier Triathlon: September 8, 2018 - Vineyard Warrior Triathlon on the Island of Martha’s Vineyard: A 1 mile swim, 24.6 mile bike, and a 6.2 mile run race that spans the scenic towns of Oak Bluffs, Tisbury, West Tisbury, and Edgartown. A portion of event proceeds goes to the Martha’s Vineyard Boys and Girls […]
Cycle for Life, Holliston MA: October 6, 2018 - Cystic Fibrosis Cycle for Life Start: 101 Summer St., Holliston, MA (map) Description: 12, 30 and 65 mile route options. Metric Century travels to historic Concord, MA. Extraordinary bike support from Landry’s Bicycle Shops. Delicious BBQ from Tennessee’s. 2012 route Route at RideWithGPS View and print cue sheet View […]
Tour de Greenbelt, Saturday, September 29, 2018 - The 2016 Tour de Greenbelt started at the Essex County Greenbelt’s Cox Reservation and Headquarters, 82 Eastern Avenue, Essex, MA 01929. Go to tourdegreenbelt.org Greenbelt, Essex County’s Land Trust works with local landowners and communities to conserve the region’s farmland, wildlife habitat, and scenic landscapes. Cue sheets 25-MILE Cue […]
Will Bike 4 Food: Hatfield MA, Sunday, September 30, 2018 - WB4F is a non-competitive ride through the beautiful Pioneer Valley to raise funds for The Food Bank of Western MA. The ride has four routes to choose from: 10, 25, 50, or 100 miles, beginning and ending at the Lions Club Pavilion, Billings Way, Hatfield MA. The ride […]
Food Justice Bike Ride, Greenfield MA, June 24, 2018 - A newly created charity bike ride called “Food Justice Bike Ride” on June 24, 2018. Start/Finish at Just Roots Community Farm, 34 Glenbrook Drive, Greenfield, MA. 2 scenic courses with some hills (15 & 43 miles) with proceeds going to Stone Soup Cafe, a pay-what-you-can community kitchen in […]
Opacum Tour, Sturbridge MA: July 8, 2018 - Join Opacum Land Trust for this spectacular scenic bike ride through Sturbridge, Brimfield, Brookfield and surrounding towns and take in the beauty of the several properties Opacum Land Trust has conserved. Serious riders can choose a challenging 50 or 100 mile ride through the hills of Brimfield and Monson. […]
Ride for Food – Women’s Lunch Place; September 23, 2018 - Every mile helps a woman in need. Ride for Women’s Lunch Place Team, Sunday, September 23, 2018. Choose from 10, 25 or 50 mile routes or be a “virtual rider”. Name: Ride for Food – Women’s Lunch Place Team Team Link: https://womenslunchplace.org/ride-for-food/ Location: Noble and Greenough School,, Dedham, MA Date: […]
Ride for Food, Dedham MA September 23, 2018 - Join the 7th annual Ride for Food, supporting local food pantries, community farms, and food rescue organizations. The last 6 years have generated $1.6M for local hunger-relief. The Ride for Food starts and finishes at the Noble & Greenough School in Dedham, MA. Participants have three routes (all of which wind through neighboring towns) to choose from.
Stow MA Bike for the Woods, Aug 26, 2018 - Stow Bike for the Woods supports the Stow Conservation Trust in Stow, MA. The shorter rides are fairly flat while the longer rides passing through Harvard, Littleton, Hudson, Marlborough, and Stow are more hilly. 14 mile route: Map Directions 28 mile route: Map Directions 46 mile route: Map Directions 65 mile route: Map Directions 19 miles Route at RideWithGPS View and […]
Tour de South Shore, Hingham, MA, September 22, 2018 - The McCourt Foundation’s 2018 Tour de South Shore Athletic Festival offers a 25 and 50 Mile Bike, a 5K Walk and a 5K Fun Run. Now everyday athletes, as well as avid cyclists, can get involved in a fun, healthy, community event. Participants can join an established team, […]
Hingham Fall Foliage Ride Against Hunger, September 29, 2018 - Fall Foliage Ride Against Hunger, Hingham, MA, Sat Oct 22, 2016. Enjoy a scenic ride through Hingham and Cohasset past the Atlantic coast winding around Cohasset Harbor Start and finish at the Snug Pubm 116 North Street Hingham. 100% of the proceeds go directly to the Hingham Food […]
Kirwin/Murray Memorial Bike Ride, Falmouth MA, October 14, 2018 - Falmouth Housing Corporation honors Peter Kirwin and Bob Murray, two champions of homelessness prevention and access to affordable housing in Falmouth. The Kirwin/Murray Memorial Bike Ride route follows the Falmouth Marathon route for about 29 miles, beginning at the Surf Drive Beach House. The shorter route will begin […]New Hampshire
10th Annual Cycle the Seacoast, Portsmouth NH: May 5, 2019 - Choose from 25, 50 or 100 mile route options along the historic seacoast of New Hampshire on the first Sunday of May! Starting and ending at Cisco Brewers Portsmouth, there's something for everyone! All levels and abilities are welcome!
Hollis-Brookline Rotary Ride and Walk, May 11, 2019 - Hollis-Brookline Rotary Ride and Walk, sponsored by the Hollis-Brookline Rotary Club: Date: Saturday May 12, 2018 Location: Hollis NH Please join us for the 2018 Hollis-Brookline Rotary Ride and Walk (formerly known as the Jonathan Gilmour Memorial Scholarship Fund Ride and Walk) on Saturday, May 12 in Hollis, NH. The charity Bike Ride and Walk, which […]
Trans-New Hampshire bicycle ride: June 21-23, 2019 - The annual TRANS-NH BIKE RIDE benefits The Muscular Dystrophy Association. The ride provides quality support and accommodations for participants. All the funds raised will remain in NH helping our friends and neighbors who are affected by this difficult and life-threatening disease. Over the past 5 years expenses have averaged 12.7% of the total funds […]
Ride to End Alzheimer’s, Rye NH: June 22, 2019 - The Ride to End Alzheimer’s, formerly known as the Memory Ride, raises funds for Alzheimer’s research. 2016 routes: 34 mile route Route at RideWithGPS View and print cue sheet View and print map GPX file TCX Course 62 mile route Route at RideWithGPS View and print cue sheet […]
Prouty Century, Hanover NH: July 12 – 13, 2019 - The Prouty bicycle ride supports the Dartmouth-Hitchcock Norris Cotton Cancer Center. Start: Starting from Hanover, NH (map to start) The 38th Annual Prouty will take place on July 12 & 13, 2019. It is a two-day athletic event that raises funds to benefit Dartmouth-Hitchcock Norris Cotton Cancer Center […]
Granite State Quest, Stratham NH, July 20, 2019 - This 50 mile Granite State Quest fundraiser for Mass General Hospital starts and ends in Stratham, NH. 50 mile loop Route at RideWithGPS View and print cue sheet View and print map GPX file TCX Course
Mount Washington Century, July 27, 2019 - The Tin Mountain Conservation Center’s Mt. Washington Century ride is on Saturday, July 27, 2019, leaving from the Tin Mountain Conservation Nature Learning Center between 6 and 8 AM. The ride around the base of Mt. Washington is over the NH Scenic Byway/Presidential Range Tour that offers spectacular mountain […]
Mount Washington Hill Climb, August 17-18, 2019 - The Mt. Washington Auto Road Bicycle Hill Climb is known as the toughest hill climb in the world at 7.6 miles in length, with an average grade of 12%, extended sections of 18% and amazing 22% for the last 50 yards. Route at RideWithGPS View and print map GPX […]
Seacoast Escape, Stratham NH: August 24, 2019 - Bike MS Seacoast Escape Location: Stratham Hill Park, Stratham, NH Route at RideWithGPS View and print cue sheet View and print map GPX file TCX Course
CHAD Hero, Hanover NH: October 20, 2019 - The CHaD HERO is a fundraising and athletic event benefiting CHaD, Children’s Hospital at Dartmouth-Hitchcock. Starting in 2006 as just a half marathon run it has grown to include a competitive 5K run, Cam’s Course 1 Mile Fun Run, 5K walk, 5 and 7 mile wooded hikes, a limited […]
Rose Mountain Rumble, Lyndeborough NH: August 25, 2018 - Cycling Dirt Roads to Benefit Conservation Gravel. Dirt. Gravel Grinder. Call it what you want. One thing is for certain: The Rose Mountain Rumble is one heck of a ride! We’ve unlocked all the best kept secrets of Southern New Hampshire’s vast network of well maintained dirt roads […]
Granite State Wheelmen Seacoast Century, September 22-23, 2018 - The annual Seacoast Century Weekend on scenic New England coast with two days of great rides (100, 65, 50 and 25 mile routes). Location: Hampton Beach State Park’s South Pavilion in Hampton, NH. Link: http://www.granitestatewheelmen.org/ Beneficiary: Ride benefits bicycle safety and education in New Hampshire. Description: Travel through beachfront […]
Krempels King of the Road Challenge, October 20, 2018 - The King Challenge is a fundraising event for Krempels Center, a Portsmouth NH based nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of people living with brain injury from trauma, tumor or stroke. Local cycle-racing legends Robbie and Teddy King are actively involved with supporting the event. Three routes, of […]
Three Notch Century, North Conway NH: September 8, 2018 - The Three Notch Century takes participants on a challenging and scenic ride through the White Mountains of New Hampshire. Cyclists begin at The Kanc Lodge in Lincoln, NH and ride through Franconia Notch, Crawford Notch and the Kancamagus Highway. 
Contoocook Carry Triathlon, Hopkinton, NH, September 8, 2018 - The Contoocook Carry Triathlon – all proceeds to fuel assistance. The race is held in Hopkinton, NH and starts with a 2mi run, a 5mi paddle (with portage) and a 14mi bike ride. The race website is: http://www.contoocookcarry.org. The sponsoring organization is: http://www.cccommunityfund.org/
Monarch School Grand Fundo, Saturday September 8, 2018 - Saturday September 8, 2018 – Monarch School of New England Gran Fundo & Walk, Rochester, NH This year’s ride features: 50, 30, 20, and 10 mile routes, and a 5K walk. Something for every fitness level and ability! All funds raised at this event benefit the students of […]New York
Bon Ton Roulet, Finger Lakes, July 20-27, 2019 - The Bon Ton Roulet is a seven-day bicycle tour through the beautiful Finger Lakes Region of New York State. Our fully supported tour takes cyclists from wide open farm fields, past stunning overlooks of our lakes, to cavernous water-carved gorges. The tour starts and ends in Cortland, New York. […]
Great Big FANY Ride, July 21-27, 2019 - The 18th Annual Great Big FANY Ride, pedaling 500 miles Across New York Site: http://www.FANYride.com Start: Niagra Falls, NY Collaborated with: New York Bicycling Coalition, a not-for-profit bicycling advocacy group.http://www.nybc.net/. Recipient: In 2016 FANY contributed nearly $4500 to Double H Ranch. http://www.DoubleHranch.org Description: We average 70 miles per day (or […]
North Creek Adirondack Ididaride, July 27, 2019 - The Ididaride is a 75-mile one-day bike ride in the Adirondacks sponsored by the Adirondack Mountain Club, starting from the Ski Bowl Park Pavilion on Ski Bowl Park Road in North Creek, NY. The ride is all on good roads through the central Adirondack Mountains, most of which […]
Braking AIDS, Cooperstown, NY to NYC: September 13-15, 2019 - Housing Works is committed to ending AIDS in New York State so we are bringing the Ride home! Each rider must raise $3,500.00
Peconic Bay North Shore Tour de Cure: - This is the full 100 mile version of the 2013 Long Island Tour de Cure, starting from Pindar Vineyard. View this ride at http://ridewithgps.com/routes/2771483 Route at RideWithGPS View and print cue sheet View and print map GPX file TCX Course
AIDS Ride, Cayuga Lake NY: September 8, 2018 - The AIDS Ride for Life is a bicycle ride around Cayuga Lake from Ithaca NY with 42, 50 or 100 mile options. Cyclists raise funds for the Southern Tier AIDS Program which provide supportive services to HIV+ persons. Route at RideWithGPS View and print cue sheet View and […]
Tour de Teddi, Branchport, NY, September 8, 2018 - Saturday September 8, 2018. Tour de Teddi, benefitting Camp Good Days and Special Times, Branchport, NY with a ride around Keuka Lake. Camp Good Days is a nonprofit dedicated in improving the lives of children, adults and families whose lives have been touched by cancer through residential camping […]
CycleAbility Challenge, June 2-3, 2018 - The CycleAbility Challenge provides options of 30, 60 and 100 miles. The event has raised over $5.8 million for Special Olymics New York since its inception in 1990. The tax-deductible pledges support Special Olympics New York-Hudson Valley Region. Dates: June 2 and 3, 2018 Start: Apple Tree Inn, […]Rhode Island
Ride the Rhode, Kingston, RI: June 8-9, 2019 - Ride the Rhode is a two-day event held annually for the National MS Society Start/End Location: University of Rhode Island Starting from: 120 Flagg Road Kingston, RI 02881 Map It Day 1, 100 mile Route Route at RideWithGPS View and print cue sheet View and print map GPX file […]
Bike to the Beach, Boston to Newport: August 31, 2019 - Bike to the Beach is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization creating a community of cyclists, autism advocates, fitness junkies, and beach lovers to make an impact in New England and cycle for the 1 in 68 diagnosed with autism.The Boston to Newport ride was added in 2012, starting from Joe Moakley Park […]
Ocean State Tour de Cure, September 29, 2019 - The 62 mile Ocean State Tour de Cure for Diabetes begins in Richmond, Rhode Island and includes several miles along the coast as well as some rolling hills in the wooded area northwest of Narragansett. 2016 routes Route at RideWithGPS View and print cue sheet View and print […]
Buzzards Bay Watershed Ride, Compton RI to Woods Hole MA, October 6, 2019 - The Annual Buzzards Bay Watershed Ride supports the Buzzards Bay Coalition with a ride from Little Compton, RI to Woods Hole, MA
Ride ‘Round Rhody, Kingston RI: July 29, 2018 - Ride ‘Round Rhody (RRR) is hosted by LIFEcycle Inc. Starting in South Kingston, RI,the options are 25, 50, and 75 miles. 75 miles Route at RideWithGPS View and print cue sheet View and print map GPX file TCX Course 50 miles Route at RideWithGPS View and print cue sheet View and […]
Miles for Megan, Tiverton, RI: September 22, 2018 - Ride through beautiful Tiverton and Little Compton RI, with a barbecue upon return. All proceeds benefit the Megan L Cordeiro Memorial Foundation.
Jamestown Classic: October 8, 2018 - The Jamestown Classic offers one of the most scenic race venues with a course that circuits the island with stretches of bucolic forest and farmland to vistas of the East and West Passages of Narragansett Bay, the Newport Bridge and historic lighthouse at Beavertail. What a way to […]
Brewing Good, Portsmouth RI, June 30, 2018 - The Brewing Good Ride is a non-competitive ride through scenic southern Rhode Island and Massachusetts. This ride will challenge your fitness with climbs and wind. Enjoy the amazing views along the way, as well as the quiet country roads.Vermont
Richard’s Ride, Richmond VT: May 18, 2019 - The Richard Tom Foundation was created to honor Richard Tom who lost his life while cycling near his home in Vermont.
The Foundation is dedicated to enhancing the health and well-being of cyclists of all ages 
Tour de Heifer, Brattleboro VT: June 9, 2019 - The Tour de Heifer’s 60 and 30 mile challenge routes follow dirt roads with minimal pavement. Both entail significant elevation change — that is, hill-climbing, and lots of it! All of the routes begin and end at Lilac Ridge Farm in West Brattleboro, VT. 2016 routes 60 miles Route at […]
Ride 100/200, June 22, 2019 - Ride Route 100/200–200 Miles in One Day, This is a one day bicycle ride that stretches from the Canadian border to the Massachusetts state line. Route 100 is widely recognized as one of Vermont’s most scenic highways and the ride is routed to minimize automobile traffic. With nicely spaced town […]
Vermont Gran Fondo June 29, 2019 - The Vermont Gran Fondo is a non-competitive ride through Vermont’s Green Mountains. (Note: The 2016 Gran Fondo starts at 1321 Exchange Street, Middlebury VT) 2014 routes starting from Middlebury College Snow Bowl 2014 Gran Fondo Route at RideWithGPS View and print cue sheet View and print map GPX file TCX […]
Central Vermont Cycling Tour, Montpelier VT, June 30, 2019 - The Central Vermont Cycling Tour started in 2002, as the EcoTour. And we still ride in support of healthy, active kids. The tour is a fundraiser for the Cross Vermont Trail Association. 
Burlington Green Mountain Getaway: August 3, 2019 - The Bike MS Green Mountain Getaway 2019 Cue Sheets 30 miles 60 miles 100 miles 2016 Routes: 30 miles (cue sheet) 60 miles (cue sheet) 100 miles (cue sheet) The routes below include rides for the 2014-2015 two day event 100 miles Route at RideWithGPS View and print cue sheet […]
Tour de Slate, Middletown Springs, VT: August 3, 2019 - The annual Tour de Slate fund-raising bike ride supports the addiction-ending efforts of Teen Challenge,VT.
Vermont Challenge: August 15-18, 2019 - The Vermont Challenge offers four days of riding through the picturesque countryside of Vermont. The 2016 version benefiting the following organizations: Okemo – Windsor County, VT – Black River Good Neighbors Stratton – Windham County, VT – Jamaica/Wardsboro Community Food Pantry Killington – Rutland County, VT – BROC Community […]
Kelly Brush Century ride: September 7, 2019 - The annual Kelly Brush Century Ride in Middlebury Vt. This scenic bicycle ride through the Champlain Valley has evolved from a dozen cyclists to the largest fundraising ride in the state. The ride is also one of the best attended events in the Northeast for adaptive athletes using […]
Vermont 50, September 29, 2019 - The Vermont 50 is an annual race held during the last weekend of September at beautiful Mount Ascutney located in West Windsor, Vermont. All benefits go to Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sports, where youth and adults with disabilities gain a measure of self- confidence and independence by participating in adaptive […]
Long Trail Century Ride, Bridgewater Corners VT: JUNE 23, 2018 - The Long Trail Century Ride to benefit Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sports returns again with an all-day event including cycling on 100-, 60-, 20- mile and a family-friendly 5K routes in the morning and a family-friendly festival and party in the afternoon
Hoosic River Ride, August, 2018 - The Hoosic River Ride is a one-day event that benefits the education, research and advocacy programs of the non-profit Hoosic River Watershed Association. Start locations For 2016, the rides begin at the Hoosac School on Pine Valley Road (Route 103) in Hoosick NY. Previous year rides (shown below) started at the […]
The Point to Point, August 11, 2018 - The Point to Point, powered by VSECU, is a cycling and running event that was created in 2002 to raise funds and awareness for the Vermont Foodbank’s mission to end the growing problem of hunger in Vermont.
Champ’s Challenge, Vergennes VT: July 15, 2018 - The Champ’s Challenge for Cystic Fibrosis is hosted by the Basin Harbor Club in Vergennes, and offers a 43-mile course for more advanced cyclists, an 8-mile course for more recreational riders and families, or a 5k Walk/Run. Location: Vergennes, VT Beneficiary: Cystic Fibrosis Lifestyle Foundation (www.CFLF.org) 43-Mile […]
Bike for the Lake, North Hero Vt., June 16, 2018 - Funds raised will support our work on projects to ensure that we can continue to celebrate the beauty of Lake Champlain! Routes of 30, 60, 80, and 100 miles through the Champlain Islands and along the New York shore. Register online before June 10th or day of on June 16th.
Going the Distance Century, Brattleboro VT, June 30, 2018 - Going the Distance Bike Ride Fundraiser for the Brattleboro Boys and Girls Club, Vermont. Date: Saturday June 25th, 2016 Choose from routes of 40, 60 or 100 miles, that all start and end at the Marlboro College Graduate School, Brattleboro, VT. All routes travel along the lovely Connecticut […]
Charity Treks, Burlington VT, August 7, 2018 - Charity Treks returns to the Northeast Kingdom after 3 years in the Charlottesville VA / Washington DC area. Our event starts in beautiful Burlington, Vermont and ends in picturesque Portland, Maine. The event takes place over 4 days, from Tuesday, August 7th to Friday, August 10th, with on-site registration taking […]
Hungry Lion Bicycle Tour, September 29, 2018 - The Hungry Lion Bicycle Tour is part of the Whitingham Fall Foliage Festival, sponsored by Deerfield Valley Velo, the Town of Whitingham VT and the Whitingham-Halifax Lions Club. 2012 routes http://ridewithgps.com/routes/630795 Route at RideWithGPS View and print cue sheet View and print map GPX file TCX CourseReturn to top
The Granite State Wheelmen invite you to the 2019 Seacoast Century Weekend.
Your choice of scenic 25, 50, 63 and 100 mile routes along New England’s coastline. Ride either Saturday or Sunday or both days for one great price.
Here’s the link to sign up: http://www.granitestatewheelmen.org
* Important Tip: Great discount with Early Registration
We must be doing something right! This is the Granite State Wheelmen’s 46th Annual Seacoast Century. The beautiful full Century route travels through three states-New Hampshire, Massachusetts and Maine along the coast including an inland loop through Eliot, Maine with views along the Piscataqua River.
Registration: Early registration is $55 for adults and $25 for 15 & under . After July 31st, fees increase to $65/$30 and day-of-registration is $75/$35.
Registration includes:
A weekend of riding with well-stocked rest stops, rider Hotline, support and mechanics
Soup & roll and refreshments at the finish
Free Century tee shirt
Bike EXPO on Saturday
Special recognition for first-time Century riders.
Flexibility – You don’t need to choose which day (Saturday or Sunday or both) you’ll ride in advance.
Start: All rides start and finish at Hampton Beach State Park’s South Pavilion in Hampton, NH. Plenty of free parking during day. Rider check-in is Friday, Sept. 20th from 4-6pm or Saturday or Sunday morning starting at 7am. Registration information includes handy links for lodging and other activities/events available during the weekend.
Questions? Check our Club website:www.granitestatewheelmen.org. Interested in becoming an EXPO vendor, considering sponsor opportunities, or volunteering? Contact info@granitestatewheelmen.org
Enjoy your winter and plan to join us this September for the 2019 Seacoast Century!
Your hosts, the Granite State Wheelmen
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Hello, I would like to submit a Charity Bike Ride for posting:
Tour de Franklin Charity Bike Ride
April 28, 2019
Somerset, NJ
Ride Link: https://www.firstgiving.com/event/FranklinFoodBank/2019-Tour-de-Franklin-Charity-Bike-Ride
Franklin Food Bank link: http://www.franklinfoodbank.org
Thank you for your consideration.
Doreen.
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