Maryland Cycling Events

Wednesday February 27	Maryland Bicycle Symposium Annapolis, MD. Bike Maryland is sponsoring the 16th annual Maryland Bicycle Symposium for cyclists, advocates, industry leaders and elected officials from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm in the Miller Senate Office Building in Annapolis. Don't miss this opportunity to hear from and talk to 15+ experts presenting on topics such as program funding, Bike Maryland's Legislative Agenda, Bikeshare successes and opportunities, developing Bike Friendly universities, businesses and communities, the Bike-Minded Programs, bicycle tourism, the new Maryland Bikeways Program, and much more. This is also a chance for non-profit, government, and community leaders to learn about key bicycle issues and ways to encourage bike friendly practices and accessibility at schools, in neighborhoods, and in the workplace.This is a free day-long event with 15+ expert presenters, but please consider a donation to help cover the cost of planning for this event. Suggested donation is $30 and is 100% tax deductible.
Saturday March 16	Charles County Sheriff Office's Bike Ride Indian Head, MD. 26 miles on the Indian Head Rail Trail to benefit the United Way of Charles County and the Spring Dell Center. Check-in from 9 am at the Indian Head Village Green Pavilion; ride starts at 10 am. Registration is $25 for individual, $40 for family of two, $50 for a family of 3, and family of 4 or more is $15 each. Registration fee includes event backpack and lunch & beverages provided by the Town of Indian Head. Rain date is March 23. Download a registration form.
Saturday March 23	Charles County Sheriff Office's Bike Ride (Postponed from March 16) Indian Head, MD. 26 miles on the Indian Head Rail Trail to benefit the United Way of Charles County and the Spring Dell Center. Check-in from 9 am at the Indian Head Village Green Pavilion; ride starts at 10 am. Registration is $25 for individual, $40 for family of two, $50 for a family of 3, and family of 4 or more is $15 each. Registration fee includes event backpack and lunch & beverages provided by the Town of Indian Head. Rain date is March 23. Download a registration form.
Sunday March 17	WABA's 2013 Vasa Ride Washington, DC. 15, 31 and 59 miles from the House of Sweden, 2900 K St., NW Washington, DC 20007. Join the Washington Area Bicyclist Association (WABA) and the Embassy of Sweden in celebrating Sweden's famed ski race and festival, Vasaloppet, by bike! Starting from the Embassy of Sweden building, House of Sweden, bicyclists will duplicate the 59-mile Vasa race with a non-competitive ride through scenic upper Northwest Washington DC and into Montgomery County, MD. In keeping with the Vasaloppet’s week-long series of events for everyone, WABA also has designed shorter routes, a Halv Vasa (31 miles) and a Kort Vasa (15 miles). Times: Registration will start at 7:30am and end at 9:00 am. 59-Mile Vasa will start at 8:00am. 31-mile Halv Vasa will start at 8:30am. 15-mile Kort Vasa will start at 9:00am. Registration: Please register online ahead of time so WABA can estimate how many people to expect and have enough soup! Registration is $15 for card-carrying WABA members and $20 for non-members. $40.00 for Ride Registration + 1-year Individual WABA Membership.
Saturday March 23	Icicle Metric Newark, DE. 22, 31 and 62 miles from the University of Delaware over moderately hilly terrain in the area west and north of Newark. Sponsored by the White Clay Bicycle Club. $20 ($15 if received via mail by March 20). Add $20 for event T-shirt. T-shirt orders must be received by March 1. Snacks will be available at the start and the traditional well-stocked, indoor food stop will add to the camaraderie of the day. NOTE: You do not have to decide to do the 100 km route until after you have tested out your legs on the early portion of the combined routes. Support includes painted route, map, sag wagon, food stop, event souvenir.
Friday April 5 - Sunday April 7	Cycle North Carolina Spring Ride Edenton, NC. 5 to 100 miles. Come celebrate the 300th Anniversary of the Founding of Edenton with a weekend of cycling scenic back roads and exploring Coastal North Carolina. Coastal scenery, flat roads, low traffic counts, the wind at your back with hundreds of other cycling enthusiasts are just a few things that attract riders annually to this three day ride. Online registration for the full weekend for adults is $135 and includes indoor or outdoor camping. Add $20 for mail-in registration. Add $50 for late registration after May 1.
April 6	Inaugural TSR Talbot Bike Tour St. Michaels, MD 10, 25 and 50 mile routes on Maryland's Eastern Shore. This fully-supported ride benefits Talbot Special Riders, a volunteer driven non-profit which provides equine therapy to developmentally disabled individuals in and around Talbot County on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. Early registration $30 (Before Feb. 15th - $40 thereafter). Early registration guarantees a free t-shirt. Information on this ride is available on Facebook at www.facebook.com/pages/TSR-Talbot-Bike-Tour/455880831143230 and/or email TSRride@yahoo.com. For information on TSR (Talbot Special Riders), go to www.talbotspecialriders.com. Online registration available at www.active.com/cycling/saint-michaels-md/tsr-talbot-bike-tour-2013.
Saturday April 20	Ocean to Bay Bike Tour Bethany Beach, DE. 5, 30 and 50 miles through the beautiful coastal and inland bay areas of Bethany Beach-Fenwick Island, Delaware. Sponsored by the Bethany-Fenwick Area Chamber of Commerce. Registration fee is $40 until January 31, then $45 until registration closes. If registering as part of a team of 6 or more, registration fee is $35 trough February 28. Registration fee for children 5-17 is $20 by Janaury 31, then $20 until registration closes.
Saturday April 20	Taxing Metric Century Knauertown, PA. 22, 32 and 63 miles. Pedal away the winter blues and explore the unspoiled beauty of Warwick and French Creek parks. Visit Hopewell Furnace National Historic site, which features a restored 1830 cold-blast furnace. Travel through quaint Saint Peters Village. Lunch stop with hot homemade soups. Sponsored by the Brandywin Bicycline Club. Non-member registration is $20 on or before April 4, then $30.
Saturday April 21	Lake Anna Century Classic Spotsylvania, VA. 60 and 100 miles around scenic Lake Anna and through the quiet and rolling Piedmont of Spotsylvania, Orange, Louisa, and Hanover counties in central Virginina. Having no mountain climbs, traffic, or anything larger than a village to contend with, this classic is the perfect opportunity to satisfy any cyclist’s century goals. There will be a mass start at 8:00am from Spotsylvania High School. Registration fee of $40 by April 1st ($45 day of ride) includes t-shirt. Add $4 to register through active.com. All proceeds will benefit Law Enforcement United.
Saturday April 20	Pedal for Pooches Charles Town, WV. 9, 16, 21, 30 and 35 miles through beautiful historic Jefferson and Clarke Counties of West Virginia. Pre-registration is $25.00 for each rider. Fee includes T-shirt, cue sheets, maps, SAG support, rest stops with snacks and drinks. $30.00 registration after April 20 (T-shirt cannot be guaranteed). All proceeds benefit the Briggs Animal Adoption Center.
Saturday April 20	Hampton Roads Tour de Cure Suffolk, VA. 10, 30, 65 and 100 miles through the peaceful peanut countryside of Suffolk, Virginia, past horse farms and scenic lakes. Sponsored by the American Diabetes Association. Registration fee of $25 includes full route support at the Tour de Cure event including breakfast, lunch, snacks and hydration at rest stops, SAG, medical support, bicycle mechanics and more. All cyclists must meet the fundraising minimum of $175 in addition to the registration fee to participate and will receive a commemorative Tour de Cure T-shirt on the day of the event.
Saturday April 26- Sunday April 28	2013 Face of America Bike Ride Washington, DC to Gettysburg, PA. Choose the traditional two-day bicycle ride from the Pentagon near Washington, DC to the historic battlefields of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, or two new one day century loops beginning and ending in Gettysburg. Each ride honors our military — veterans and active duty, both disabled and able-bodied — and celebrates the American Spirit.
Friday April 26 - Sunday April 28	Amgen Mid Atlantic Classic Bicycle Tour NC. 3-day, 225-mile ride around North Carolina Wine Country. Each rider is required to meet the fundraising goal of $200 per day for the 1-day, 2-day or 3-day portion. Fully supported and including rest stops, event swag and 3 meals a day. The ride is sponsored by Amgen to raise funds for the Arthritis Foundation.
Saturday April 28	Tour de Carroll Westminster, MD. 8, 25, 39, and 63 miles. Benefits Family and Children’s Adult Day Services (the county’s only nonprofit organization offering medical day services to low-income seniors). $40 covers lunch, including homemade brownies and ice cream, Tour de Carroll T-shirt, 30-day pass to Westminster Family Center Full Service Gym ($55 value), and door prizes.
Saturday April 27	Ride to End Hunger in Calvert County Huntingtown, MD. 16, 35, 48 and 63 miles on the scenic Western Shore of the Chesapeake Bay. Sponsored by End Hunger in Calvert County with proceeds going to food pantries in Calvert County. Pedal along the bayfront, marinas, farmland and a local winery while you enjoy the company of friends. At the end of the day, you'll feel even better knowing your registration fee will help feed a hungry family. $39 early registration includes t-shirt, $59 after April 15. T-shirts not guaranteed for registrants after April 15.
Saturday April 27	Paul's Ride for Life Reston, VA. 10, 20 and 52 miles on the W&OD Trail from the Reston Town Center Pavilion. This bicycle ride is dedicated to the memory of Paul Rossmeissl, who was 54 when he died on June 7, 2006, from injuries sustained in a bicycle accident on the W&OD Trail. As a result of this tragedy, Paul gave the gift of life to three individuals who received his liver and both of his kidneys. This bicycle ride is dedicated to his memory and will benefit the Washington Regional Transplant Community. Online registration fee is $30 ($28.30 + $1.70 processing fee) for adults over 18, and $15 ($13.67 + $1.33 processing fee) for riders under 18. Register early to get the t-shirt size you request.
Saturday April 27	Harford Hills Bike Adventure Havre de Grace, MD. 31 and 64 miles from the historic Steppingstone Farm Museumloop through the scenic hills of Harford County and along the Susquehanna River. Early registration is $65 per rider and will increase to $70 on March 8, 2013 and $75 on April 12, 2013. Registration fee includes an event shirt, complementary post-event food and drink and free admission to the Steppingstone Farm Museum. All proceeds will benefit The Arc Northern Chesapeake Region, a non-profit that helps people with intellectual and developmental disabilities build better lives.
Saturday April 28	Pennsylvania State Police Benefit Bicycle Ride Hersey, PA. 6.6 - 62+ miles through the picturesque Hershey area and the pastoral Lebanon Valley of Pennsylvania. All proceeds from this Ride go to support the Pennsylvania State Police Historical, Educational & Memorial Center, a non-profit organization committed to the preservation of the history of the Pennsylvania State Police. The registration fee is $20 on or before April 1;after April 1 is $25 per rider.
Saturday April 27	Cycle for Cecil Elkton, MD. 15, 31 and 62 miles from the scenic Fair Hill Natural Resources Management Area and travelling throughout Cecil County, highlighting much of the land that the Cecil Land Trust has worked to preserve. The Cecil Land Trust is a non-profit charitable organization "501(c)(3)" that preserves farmland, woodlands, natural habitat and historic rural communities in Cecil County and provides assistance to those interested in land conservation. Event support includes various rest stops for hydration and snacks, well marked routes, maps, and a sag wagon. Register by April 25th for $20, or April 26th and 27th for $25. A t-shirt will be provided to each participant.
Saturday April 27	TarWheel Century Camden, NC. 33, 62, 100 miles through the historic, scenic, coastal area of northeastern North Carolina. It's time to put winter aside and get back in the saddle for the 'world's flattest century'. The Tarwheel Century will be one of the most beautiful rides you can do. Our completely sagged century will take you through the country setting of Camden County; the 100 mile century route includes the Dismal Swamp Welcome Center. If Mother Nature cooperates, there will be azaleas and dogwood trees in bloom along the attractive waterside. $40 for adults includes t-shirt if registered before April 2. $20 for youth under 16 years old (no t-shirt). Event proceeds go to youth-oriented local charities, plus two $1000 college scholarships to needy students. Sponsored by the River City Cycling Club.
Sunday April 28	ROAR for Autism Cockeysville, MD. 25 miles through some of Baltimore County’s most scenic neighborhoods, from Oregon Ridge Park. Adults - $25, children 5 to 12 - $10: add $5 for registration on day of the ride. Online registration ends Monday, April 22. T-shirts can only be guaranteed for participants who register before April 10. All proceeds from the event will help raise much-needed funds for autism research at the Kennedy Krieger Institute. Fundraising is encouraged, but does not seem to be required.
Sunday April 28	"Draw for Sight" Bicycle Poker Run Ride Betterton, MD. The 36.8 and 60 miles from the Betterton Volunteer Fire Company. Ride registration begins at 7:30am; starting time is at 8:30 am. Ride through the flat to rolling countryside of Kent County on a marked route, drawing a playing card at each check station. The object is to have the best poker hand at the end of the ride. Registration is $20.00 until March 31; $25.00 from April 1 to April 27; $30.00 April 28 on day of ride. Includes map, marked routes, cash prizes to the top ten poker hands, sag, 5 food stops. Helmet required, audio headsets prohibited. Proceeds benefit Lions Club Sight Programs. All blind riders may ride free.
Saturday May 4	Kinetic Sculpture Race Baltimore, MD. Hosted by the American Visionary Art Museum (on Key Highway). Totally human-powered works of art to travel the streets of Baltimore, then into the Harbor, then through a mud pit and a sand pit in Patterson Park and back to the Art Museum. An all day event.
Saturday May 4	Six Pillars Century Cambridge, MD. 11, 37, 56 and 100 miles from Great Marsh Park. The majority of the ride is through the beautiful and picturesque Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge. 11, 37, 56 and 100 miles Century Course. The event will support Character Counts Mid-Shore, Inc., an agency which is best known for providing the Winners Walk Tall Program to over 7,900 students in the public schools in Talbot, Caroline and Dorchester counties free of charge. The cost of registration is $45 per person through February 28, 2013; $55 per person through March 31, 2013; $65 per person through April 26, 2013; and $75 per person through May 3, 2013 at noon. Registration for the family ride is $40 per family, with a maximum of two adults and two children, and $10 for students. In Park registration (cash and check only) will be held on Friday, May 3 from 3 to 7 p.m. and on Saturday, May 4 starting at 6 a.m. for $85 per person. A registration fee for each registration will be charged for both online and in park registrations.
Saturday May 4	Maryland Tour de Cure Cooksville, MD. 10, 22, 32 and 63 miles over the gently rolling countryside of Western Howard County. Sponsored by the American Diabetes Association. Registration fee of $15 until March 31 (then $25) includes full route support at the Tour de Cure event including breakfast, lunch, snacks and hydration at rest stops, SAG, medical support, bicycle mechanics, and more. All cyclists must meet the fundraising minimum of $200 in addition to the registration fee.
Saturday May 11	Iron Furnace Fifty Furnace Town, MD. 31, 50 and 62 miles on Maryland's Eastern Shore from Furnace Town (between Snow Hill and Salisbury). Enjoy cycling on very flat terrain through sparsely travelled roads passing through forests and farmland. The event is a fundraiser for Furnacetown Living History Museum and the Snow Hill Rotary Club. Early Online Registration is $40/Adults, $30/Students prior to April 15th. Registration April 16-May 11th is $45/Adults and $35/Students. Included in ride: snacks & breaks along route, route maps, specific rider number, t-shirt (for 1st 150 to register), 1 day pass into Furnace Town. Following the ride, all cyclists will enjoy a picnic lunch and complimentary beverages (beer! For adults). The first 150 pre-registered cyclists are guaranteed a T-shirt if pre-registered by April 15th.
Saturday May 11	Capital to Capital Bike Ride Richmond, VA or Williamsburg, VA. 15, 25, 50 and 100 loop miles from your choice: Richmond or Williamsburg. Enjoy some of the most stunning scenery Virginia has to offer, while pedaling through 400 years of history. A free youth and family kids course in Richmond, a 15-Mile Family Route on the Virginia Capital Trail from Williamsburg, a mass start parade with lots of fanfare for each distance, on-road support, and lunch at the finish line, and food and drink available at rest stops throughout each route. Proceeds benefit the Virginia Capital Trail Foundation. Registration fee for century is $65 before April 16, $75 before May 9, $80 on ride day; for half century and quarter century $60 before April 16, $70 before May 9, $80 on day of ride; youth 17 and under is $35, $50 on ride day; 15 mile family ride is $25 before May 9, $40 on day of ride. Registration includes t-shirt, goodie bag, water bottle and lunch.
Sunday May 12	Bike DC Washington, DC and Arlington, VA.
Friday May 11 - Sunday May 12	Ride for the Feast Ocean City, MD to Baltimore, MD. 140 miles in two days. Benefits Moveable Feast. Raises funds for services and raises awareness of nutritional needs of people living with HIV/AIDS and breast cancer. Registration fee of $75 ($60 for returning rider) includes t-shirt, water bottle, cue sheet holder and six meals.Each rider is asked to raise a minimum of $1,300, which is the cost of feeding one client for a full year. The promise to riders is that 100% of what is raised will go directly to client services.
Sunday May 16	Leonardtown Criterium Leonardtown, MD. The first bicycle arrived in Leonardtown, Maryland via a streamship from the Leonardtown Wharf in 1879, some 131 years ago. The bicycles are back! See professional level bicycle racing the Leonardtown Square. The bicycle racing begins at approximately 9:00 AM and runs through 4:00 PM. To participate, cyclists must be licensed though USA Cycling. There will be a registration fee to participate in the event, but there is no cost for spectators. The races will start and end on the Square in downtown Leonardtown. For more information visit www.paxvelo.com or call 240-925-4806.
Friday May 17	Bike to Work Day Washington, DC. Commuter Connections and the Washington Area Bicyclist Association invite you to join over 10,000 area commuters for a celebration of bicycling as a clean, fun and healthy way to get to work. Bike to Work Day is a free event for both new and experienced bicycle commuters throughout the Washington metropolitan region. Those who register and attend one of 60 regional pit stops will receive a free Bike to Work Day T-Shirt, food, drinks, and a chance at winning bicycles or other great raffle prizes. (T-Shirt supplies are limited to first 11,000 who register).
Saturday May 18	Charles County's 12th Annual Heritage Bike Ride Nanjemoy, MD. 15, 30 and 62 miles from the Nanjemoy Community Center through beautiful western Charles County in Southern Maryland. T-shirts, refreshments, SAG wagons, and rest stops included. Lunch is provided. Registrstion is $25 for Charles County residents, $27 for non-residents; additional $5 for day of ride registration. Sponsored by the Department of Community Services at the Nanjemoy Community Center.
Saturday May 18	Le Tour de Shore Onancock, VA. 17, 30, 55 and 70 miles through beautiful country roads of the Eastern Shore, Virginia. Charming little towns are sprinkled with historic homes, museums, art galleries and shops that you’ll want to come back and visit after your ride. All routes start at and end at the Onancock School, 6 College Ave., Onancock, Virginia. Early registration fee is $45, after April 15 - $55 and day of registration is $60. Sponsored by the Eastern Shore of Virginia Chamber of Commerce.
Saturday May 18	Tour de Madison - The Vineyards of Madison County Syria, VA. 41 and 61 miles, with shorter family rides from the Graves Mountain Lodge, 20 miles west of Culpeper, VA. Presented by Madison County Parks and Recreation. The 61-mile metric century features all the beauty and challenge that Madison County has to offer plus rest stops at Early Mountain and Prince Michel Vineyards. Those choosing the metric century will leave at 8:30 am. 41 Mile Ride—A beautiful and challenging ride featuring a rest stop at the Prince Michel Vineyard. The 41 mile cyclists will leave at 9:00 am. Family Rides—Ride as long as you want on the flat or gently rising roads around Syria. These riders leave at 9:30 am. Plan to end your ride between 11:00 pm and 2:00 pm and enjoy a post-ride meal featuring Pork BBQ, grilled boneless chicken breast, or pita bread and hummus. Also included will be slaw, baked beans, French fries, dessert and a drink. Bring along some extra cash to enjoy the local Madison County wines that will be available from the Early Mountain, Prince Michel, and Ducard Vineyards. There will also be something for the beer lovers featuring central Virginia breweries. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged! Pre-register at www.BikeReg.com/Net/18066. Registration before May 1 for 41 and 61 mile riders is $40. After May 1, the cost is $55. Registration before May for Family Riders is $20. After May, the cost is $30. The first 350 pre-registrants are eligible to win prizes including an Early Mountain Vineyard Gift basket. The first 350 registrants will receive a pair of Tour De Madison cycling socks. The post ride meal is included in Registration. On Facebook at www.facebook.com/pages/Tour-De-Madison/218549858174794.
Saturday May 19	Anacostia Trails "Rivers to Rockets" Bike Rally Bladensburg, MD. 10, 20 and 30 miles from the Baldensburg Waterfront park. Choose from the 10 mile, local route around the Arts District; a 20 mile route via Berwyn Heights to Greenbelt to see them on their 75th Anniversary; and a 30 mile loop to Beltsville Agricultural Research Center and the Greenbelt National Park. All routes are well suited to a variety of skill levels, although the 30 mile loop may have a few more hills involved. Routes use the Anacostia Tributary Trail System for our routes, but cross some major roads at a few points. Families are encouraged to participate. Food will be provided as well as a t-shirt as part of the registration costs ($25 for single, $45 for two, $60 for family up to four.)
Saturday May 18	Casa River Century Shepherdstown, WV. 25, 50, and 100 miles. Ride through the beautiful Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia in a fun event that raises funds to support the Court Appointed Special Advocates program benefitting abused and neglected kids. The 100 and 50 mile rides are $40 until April 18, then $50; the 25 mile ride is $20 until April 18, then $30. Optional t-shirt is $12.
Saturday May 18	Chesapeake Bay Tour de Cure Easton, MD. 10, 25, 55 and 100 miles from the Talbot County Community Center. Sponsored by the American Diabetes Association. $15 registration fee until March 31, then $20; $25 on day of the event. All cyclists must meet the $200 fundraising minimum in addition to the registration fee. Enjoy a festive atmosphere including breakfast, live music, lunch, libations, massages, team photos, product sampling, family activities and more!
Saturday May 18	Tour de Chesapeake Mathews, VA. 19, 21, 22 and 24 mile loops from Thomas Hunter Middle School, 387 Church Street, Mathews, VA. Combine any three loops and you have your metric. The 14th Annual Tour de Chesapeake is back and better than ever!!! This year, the County of Mathews, the Mathews Land Conservancy, and the Mathews Visitor Center are teaming up to host the event. Registration fee is $40 for adult or teen, $20 for ages 7-12, and free for age under 6. Optional t-shirt is $15.
Sunday May 19	Horse Farm Tour McSherrystown, PA (near Hanover). 10 to 98 miles. 10-, 24-, 27- and 37-mile loops combine routes to create a longer ride. Ride through one of the most famous standard-bred horse farms in the world. The new 27-mile ride is the “Three Lakes Tour”. The 37-mile "Church and Creek" ride views a retired F-14 Fighter jet. Sponsored by Hanover Cyclers. Early registration $15, fees increase to $25 after May 11th. Two seat tandem bike discount price - $20 early registration, $30 after May 11th. T-shirt for $20 or V-neck t-shirt for $22; must order by May 3.
Sunday May 19	Tour de Chocolate Town Hershey, PA. 17.5, 35, 65 and 100 miles. A bicycle tour of Hershey and neighboring towns to raise funds for Children’s Miracle Network at Penn State Hershey Children's Hospital. The features four different bicycle routes that are designed to appeal to all riding levels. The Tour de Chocolate Town bike tour offers the unique opportunity to ride through a large portion of Hersheypark and see the iconic landmarks of the town of Hershey! $40 registration fee by May 13 includes T-shirt. $45 on the day of the ride.
Sunday May 19	Storming of Thunder Ridge Lynchburg, VA. 27, 45, 75, and 100 miles with the Blue Ridge Mountains providing the perfect backdrop for a glorious and challenging day of cycling. Both the 27 and 45 miler routes follow a course of rolling hills and meandering back roads. A longer 75 mile route tests rider stamina with a 13 mile ascent to Apple Orchard Mountain, the highest peak of the Blue Ridge Parkway in Virginia. For an epic day in the saddle, the 100 mile route boasts over 9000 feet of climbing. Registration fee is $50; more after May 1. Limit 750 riders. Sponsored by the YMCA of Central Virginia to raise funds for the Community Support Campaign.
Sunday May 19	Bonkers Metric Media, PA. 18, 35, 50, or 65 scenic miles on rolling terrain with some hills from Ridley Creek State Park (near Media, PA). Sponsored by the Delaware Valley Bicycle Club. Registration: $18 if postmarked by May 14th; Day-of-event: $25.
Sunday May 23	Bike DC Washington, DC and Arlington, VA. 19 miles of car-free biking through DC and Arlington; from Pennsylvania Avenue past the White House; on the Whitehurst Freeway and the George Washington Parkway; past the the Marine Corps Memorial, Arlington Cemetery and the Air Force Memorial; ending in Crystal City. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the beauty and grandeur of our nation's capital from the best possible vantage point: the seat of your bicycle pedaling along car-free streets. Proceeds go to the Washington Area Bicyclist Association -- WABA -- whose mission is to create a healthy, more livable region by promoting bicycling for fun, fitness, and affordable transportation; advocating for better bicycling conditions and transportation choices for a healthier environment; and educating children, adults, and motorists about safe bicycling. Bike DC Registration fees: Adults - (Age 20 and older) $35 ($45 on the morning of the event). Youth - (Age 13-19) $20 ($30 on the morning of the event) $20Children (Age 12 and under) Free.
Saturday May 29	Lions Cycling for Sight Darlington, MD. 55 miles from Maryland Community Park. Cross Conowingo Dam to Port Deposit, Rogers Tavern in Perryville, Northeast, Elkton, Rising Sun, Conowingo, and back across the Dam. Rider fee is $25. Sponsored by Lion Clubs to raise awareness and funds to Prevent and Cure Blindness.
Saturday May 25	Soft Shell Metric Century Crisfield, MD. 23 and 62 miles with waterfront views and scenic woodlands in lower Somerset County. Sponsored by the Salisbury Jaycees. A show-and-go start at the Crisfield American Legion Hall (116 Brick Kiln Rd.) from 8-9 a.m. After the ride, cyclists may visit popular local attractions such as Janes Island State Park or enjoy traditional Chesapeake Bay seafood dishes at one of several Crisfield restaurants. Those spending the night will have the opportunity to mingle with the locals at the annual Soft Shell Spring Fair and Watermen's Hall of Fame induction at the Crisfield City Dock on Sunday, sponsored by the Crisfield Lioness/Lions Club and Crisfield Area Chamber of Commerce. All participants receive T-shirts. Registration is $40 before Saturday, May 18; $60 after. Registration for children 12 and under is $25 before Saturday, May 18; $35 after. Day-of registration is accepted.
Saturday June 1	SMECO 75 Hughesville, MD. 29, 47 or 75 miles through Southern Maryland. The route includes two segments of the Three Notch Trail and a portion of the Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail On-Road Bike Route. Sponsored by the Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO) with proceeds going to a local to benefit Southern Maryland. Packet and shirt pick-up, and same-day registration starts at 7:30 a.m. at the SMECO Headquarters building in Hughesville. Registration is $35 by May 1, and $45 after May 1 and on day of the ride. Register before May 1 to receive a commemorative shirt. The event features four rest stops and lunch at the finish. Participating riders will also receive event-themed prizes. Ride is limited to the first 500 registrants.
Saturday June 1	Broad Creek Byway Bike Tour Laurel, DE. 25 and 50 miles in and around the Broad Creek area, sponsored by the Laurel Chamber of Commerce located in historic Laurel, Delaware. Proceeds will help support numerous community projects. Registration though through April 30: $35/Adults, $20/ages 5-16; May 1 through June 1: $40/Adults, $30/ages 5-16. Children 4 & under FREE (will not receive shirt). $30 per cyclist for teams for 10 registering and paying as a group before April 30.
Saturday June 1	Pedal to Preserve New Holland,PA. 6, 20, and 51 miles, these 3 leisure routes provide scenic views of more than 75 preserved farms in the heart of beautiful Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. For families, novice riders, and experienced cyclists, this event offers fun for all ages and abilities. Pedal to Preserve 2013 is a leisure ride, not a race. Marked routes, SAG support, breakfast snacks, rest stops, and lunch are included in your registration.
Sunday June 3	Eco-Ride! Bike for a Greener Maryland Reisterstown, MD. Four routes of 6 to 62 miles through northern Baltimore County farmlands from the Pearlstone Conference & Retreat Center. Biking to support the Kayam Farm at Pearlstone Center.
Saturday June 1 - Sunday June 2	Bike MS: Chesapeake Challenge Easton, MD. 34, 68 and 100 miles on Saturday; 30 and 50 miles on Sunday. Rides from Talbot County Community Center and take cyclists therough quaint, scenic, waterfront communities like Tilghman Island, Oxford, St. Michaels and Trappe. Sponsored by the National MS Society, Maryland Chapter. Registration Fee: through December 31, 2012 is $10.00; January 1 through March 17 is $20.13; March 18 through day of the event is $40.00. All participants agree to raise at least $300; most raise significantly more. The money raised will fund research into the cause, cure and treatment of MS as well as funding education, advocacy, and local programs that enhance the quality of life for people affected by MS. All meals beginning Saturday at breakfast through Sunday at lunch are included for all participants and volunteers. There is also a Saturday night themed party open to all participants.
Sunday June 2	Shenandoah Valley Heritage Ride Winchester, VA. 10, 30, 50 and 70 miles along historic routes through the Shenandoah Valley. This is a self-paced ride for everyone from the recreational to the serious cyclist. Riders may register on-line or by mail. Registration is only $30! Proceeds benefit The Boys & Girls Club of Northern Shenandoah Valley.
Sunday June 2	National Capital Tour de Cure Reston, VA. 14, 20, 35, 56, 82 and 108 miles from Reston Town Center. Sponsored by the American Diabetes Association to raise money for diabetes research, advocacy and educational programs. Registration fee of $25.00 through April; $50 May through June. All cyclists must meet the fundraising minimum of $250 in addition to the registration fee. Riders receive a commemorative Tour de Cure T-shirt on the day of the event. On Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/tdcnationalcapitalarea.
Saturday June 5	Lions Cycling for Sight Havre de Grace, MD. 45 miles. Start and Finish at Bruster's Ice Cream, US 40, Havre de Grace, MD across from Bulle Rock Golf Course. Ride to Aberdeen, Churchville, Bel Air, Fallston, Edgewood, and back for that Ice Cream. Rider fee is $25. Sponsored by Lion Clubs to raise awareness and funds to Prevent and Cure Blindness.
Friday June 4 - Sunday June 7	Chesapeake Bay Air Ride Salisbury, MD. 20, 40, 62.5 or 100 miles on Saturday and 20, 40 or 62.5 miles on Sunday. CBAR is a weekend long, pledge-based bike tour and inline skating event. Open to all cyclists/skaters, novice to expert. Routes go through Wicomico, Somerset and Worcester Counties to Assateague Island or along the shorelines. CBAR raises money for the American Lung Association to prevent lung disease and promote lung health through education, programs and research. Start/finish, lodging, and activities, including crab feast, are held at Salisbury University.
Sunday June 3	Shenandoah Valley Heritage Ride Winchester, VA. 10, 30, 50, and 70 miles follow beautiful, historic routes through the Shenandoah Valley from the Winchester Medical Center on West Amherst Street in Winchester. Sponsored by the Boys and Girls Club of Northern Shenandoah Valley. Registration of $25 before May 31, then $30, includes t-shirt.
Saturday June 11	Station 13 Strawberry Bicycle Ride Damascus, MD 32 and 62 miles through country roads in Montgomery County. Ride to Sugarloaf Mountain, and support the Damascus Volunteer Fire Department; your registration fee is a tax-deductible contribution. Ride will be hilly, so you will earn your Strawberry Shortcake at the finish line. 8 and 32 mile ride registration fee before May 31 is $30 and 62 mile ride is $35; after May 31 add $10 to each. Register before May 31 and receive a FREE T-shirt. Succulent Strawberry Treats at each rest stop. Scrumptious Strawberry Shortcake at the finish line .
Saturday June 9	The Black and Blue: Double Century, Century and Relay Todd, NC. 110 and 200 miles through the mountains of North Carolina and Virginia. The Black and Blue consists of 1 (solo) to 8 person teams that rotate through eight 25-mile stages as they cover the 200-mile distance and 16,000′ of elevation gain. Riders will complete anywhere from 25 miles to 200 miles. The Black and Blue century (107-mile) consists of 1 (solo) to 4 person teams that rotate through four 25-mile stages and 9,000′ of climbing. Early registration fee through April 9 for the double-century is $280 for 8 cyclists, $180 for 4 cyclists, $110 for 2 cyclists, $85 for 1 cyclist; for the century is $140 for 4 cyclists, $90 for 2 cyclists, $45 for 1 cyclist. Late fee after April is $10 per cyclist; registration closes May 14.
Saturday June 8- Sunday June 9	Bike MS: Ride the Riverside National Harbor, MD. 30, 60 and 100 miles on Saturday; 30 miles on Sunday. Sponsored by the National MS Society, National Capital Chapter. Each cyclist commits to raising $300 to help fund research plus programs and services to help bring us closer to a world free of multiple sclerosis. Registration fee is $35 until March 31, $40 until April 30, $50 until June 8, $350 day of event (includes the $300 fundraising minimum).
Sunday June 9	Tour dem Parks, Hon! Baltimore, MD. 12, 25, 40 and 64 miles from Carroll Park. The 12-mile tour is along the scenic Gwynn’s Falls Trail in the wild and beautiful Gwynn’s Falls Valley; the 25-mile tour is through many of the city’s parks and along waterfront areas; the 40-mile tour is though all of the city’s major parks, as well as many waterfront areas and historic neighborhoods; and the 64 mile “metric century” has an all-new route for 2010. The Tour is followed by a barbecue with live music. Early-bird registration of $35 includes a t-shirt for everyone who registers by May 31. The event is hosted by the Baltimore City Department of Recreation and Parks and the Mayor's Bicycle Advisory Committee with proceeds donated to groups and non-profit organizations affiliated with parks, greening, and bicycling.The annual bike ride that takes locals and visitors through Baltimore’s parks and neighborhoods for a close-up view of regional parks like Carroll, Patterson, Clifton and Druid Hill, as well as some quietly tucked away gems. Proceeds support Baltimore's parks, environment, friends and cycling groups.
Saturday June 15	Patuxent River Rural Legacy Ride Croom, MD (16 miles southeast of Washington Beltway). 13, 27, 45 and 62 miles from the Merkle Wildlife Sanctuary. Rest stops at the Jug Bay Natural Area in Patuxent River Park, at a beach-park where Magruder’s Ferry once crossed the Patuxent, and at Eagle Harbor in a shady yard overlooking the Patuxent. This is the Oxon Hill Bicycle and Trail Club's annual ride to showcase Prince George’s County’s Patuxent River Rural Legacy Area, where farms, wetlands, and woods are being protected from development with Maryland’s Rural Legacy Program. The 13-mile route includes the Critical Driving Area Tour with four miles of scenic, unpaved road. Early-bird registration is $15 before May 1, $20 from May 1 to June 7, and $30 on the day of the ride. Your registration fee includes marked routes, SAG support, map and cue sheet, food and drinks at rest stops and an after-ride picnic.
Sunday June 15	Bike MS: Crankin' for a Cure Bear, DE. 25 and 50 miles from Aqua Sol Restaurant overlooking the C & D Canal and Summit North Marina at Lums Pond. Registration is $45 thru March 1; $50 March 2 - May 31; $55 June 1 - Event Day. Requires minumum fundraising goal of $150.
Saturday June 18	Kick-Off Event for Cycle Maryland Chestertown, MD. Governor Martin O’Malley is hosting a Kick-Off Event for Cycle Maryland at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 18, at the Chesapeake Exploration Center, 425 Piney Narrows Road Chester, Maryland 21619. The site is located just over the Chesapeake Bay Bridge, right off of Route 50 on the waterfront along Kent Narrows on Kent Island. The Kick-Off event will include a 10- to 12-mile bike ride along the Cross Island Trail on Kent Island following the announcement. Cyclists may choose do the 10-mile loop from the Chesapeake Exploration Center to the Terrapin Nature Center and back. For those who have worked up an appetite, you may choose to take the two-mile roundtrip, on-road trail spur to the restaurants on the east side of Kent Narrows. The purpose of this new initiative is to promote cycling throughout Maryland.
Saturday June 23	Franklin County Metric Century Chambersburg, PA. 12, 18, 42 and 62 miles through Franklin County, PA with the Franklin County Cyclists. Ride begins sharply at 8am with a mass start led by the famous "Breast Fairy" for the first couple miles. Note that the 62 mile route is challenging and hilly but no major climbs. It traverses the Martins Mill Bridge in Antrim Township. Other options are less hilly. All routes are rural with limited traffic. Lunch is provided at the finish. SAG support available. $30 before June 1st then $35. All proceeds benefit the Cumberland Valley Breast Care Alliance and the Rhonda Brake Schreiner Women’s Center. These beneficiaries assist women in Franklin County diagnosed with breast cancer! Please come show your support! Download a registration form or register online at active.com.
Saturday June 19	Lions Cycling for Sight Montgomery County, MD. 35 miles. Start and Finish at Sandy Spring. Ride to Laytonsville, Germantown, Damascus, and return. Rider fee is $25. Riders can ride portions of any ride. Sponsored by Lion Clubs to raise awareness and funds to Prevent and Cure Blindness.
Sunday June 20	Bike Freedom Valley 2010 Philadelphia, PA 35, 48 and 83 miles from Philadelphia’s historic Boathouse Row on the family-friendly Schuylkill River Trail. Ride as far as Valley Forge or turn around any place you choose. Choose the traditional 35 mile option through Villanova to Spring Mill and back onto the trail or follow the trail from Lloyd Hall near the Art Museum through Manayunk, Conshohocken, Valley Forge to Lower Perkiomen Valley Park and back (up to 48 miles round-trip, or 2.5-4.5 hours depending on your pace). Or do both! The event is hosted by the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia. Registration of $60 before May 28 includes membership in the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia.
Friday June 25- Sunday June 27	Bike and Brunch's Weekend in Charlottesville Charlottesville, VA. Join Bike and Brunch for an weekend trip to the scenic college town of Charlottesville, Va. Gather at the Doubletree Hotel on Friday, just a couple miles outside of the historic downtown, in the heart of the beautiful Virginia countryside, and ride Saturday and Sunday on the picturesque and quiet backroads. Basic fee of $325 includes 2 nights lodging, 5 buffet meals, 2 fully supported rides, an outdoor Brazilian music concert (Saturday night) and an ice cream social.
Friday June 21- Wed June 26	Bike Virginia Tour 2013 Buena Vista, VA . The 2013 tour will visit the beautiful Blue Ridge along the easily, accessible Interstate 81 corridor in the area of Lexington. But just because this area is easy to access does not mean that you won’t get great, rural riding. You’re in for some of the most spectacular scenery and geography this great state has to offer. The most inclusive option is the adult, 6-day ride with all meals included for $699. Discounts are also available for youth and teams of 8 or more. Register as part of the ohbike team to get a team discount.
Saturday June 25	The Greg Krause Memorial Helmet Fund Ride Havre de Grace, MD – Harford County 28-mile fun ride and 62-mile Metric Century. We hope that you will join us for the 2nd Annual Greg Krause Memorial Helmet Ride and make this ride even more successful than last year! This year, in addition to the original 28-mile fun ride to Havre de Grace and back, we've added a 62-mile Metric Century option for those of you who'd like a more challenging ride. This Metric Century will take you from the hills of Harford County to the headwaters of the Chesapeake Bay and back. Come join us as we raise awareness for safe cycling and money to purchase helmets for Harford County's youth riders. Cost: $25. Registration at active.com.
Saturday June 23	Garrett County Gran Fondo Deep Creek Lake, MD – Garrett County 25, 44, 62, 105 and 125 miles. The Joanna M. Nicolay Melanoma Foundation “WIN-THE-FIGHT” Gran Fondo is a long distance, mass-participation, cycling event – not a race – that welcomes professional, amateur and recreational cyclists of all abilities. The Gran Fondo includes 4 rides: the “Diabolical Double” – 125 miles and 16,000 feet of climbing – cost $75; The “Savage Century” – 102 miles and 11,800 feet of climbing – cost $70; The “Masochistic Metric” – 62 miles and 7,000 feet of climbing – cost $60; The "Fabulous 44" – 44 miles and 4,800 feet of climbing – cost $50; and the “Garrett’s Greatest 25” – 25 miles of rolling Garrett County farmland with modest climbs – cost $45. Fees increase about 15% on May 15. Prizes for fundraising efforts of $300 include a Gran Fondo bike jersey; and for $1000 - a Garmin GPS bike computer.
Saturday June 22	Franklin County Metric Century Chambersburg, PA. 12, 18, 42 and 62 miles through Franklin County, PA. Ride begins sharply at 8 am with a mass start led by the famous "Breast Fairy" for the first couple miles. The 62 mile route is challenging and hilly but no major climbs. Other options are less hilly. All routes are rural with limited traffic. Lunch is provided at the finish. SAG support available. Fee is $40 and includes moisture wicking t-shirt if registered before June 1st. Sponsored by the Franklin County Cyclists to benefit the Cumberland Valley Breast Care Alliance and the Rhonda Brake Schreiner Women’s Center. These beneficiaries assist women in Franklin County diagnosed with breast cancer! Please come show your support!
Sunday June 23	Bay to Bay Ride Betterton, MD. 50, 78, 86, or 104 miles flat, also a 27 mile loop ride to Historic Chestertown. Start 7:00 – 9:00 a.m. (special tandem start 8:00 a.m.) from Betterton Volunteer Fire Company. $20.00 until May 15, $25.00 from May 16 to June 22, $30.00 on June 22 and day of ride. Helmet required, audio headsets prohibited. Includes: map, marked routes, Zip ID Pouch (first 400 riders), sag, 6 food stops, swimming in the Chesapeake Bay at the end of the ride. Proceeds benefit Lions Club Leader Dog Program for the Blind. All blind riders may ride free.
Saturday June 29	Two Rivers Bike Ride Centreville, MD. 15, 30, 65 and 100 mile routes along the many rolling roads of Queen Anne’s County include sweeping views of the Corsica and Chester rivers. The 100 mile route will lead you through Tuckahoe State Park with its abundance of wildlife and forest. The ride benefits the Wye River Upper School and Camp Lazy Days (YMCA). Plan to visit the festivities and events happening in the town of Centreville and wharf area that same day. $35 registration through March 31 ($45 between April 1 and May 30; $55 from June 1 and on the day of event) includes cue sheet/map, T-shirt guaranteed for EARLY registrants, route marking and sag support, and rest stops providing bathrooms, food and drink.
Saturday July 10	Alleghany Gran Fondo Clifton Forge/Covington, VA. 35, 60 and 88 miles in the beautiful Alleghany Highlands of Virginia. This is a timed cycling challenge with challenging routes, sag and neutral tech support, chip timing, pre and post- event food, drink and festival. Beginning at 8:30 AM in downtown Clifton Forge, Va, the ride will traverse the gorgeous back roads and challenging climbs of the area before finishing in downtown Covington with a finish line party that will deliver a good time for participants and residents, alike. The three courses will present a challenge for the riders, especially the middle (medio) and longest (gran) distance routes, which include the climb up Airport Road (VA Route 606). This route was used in the stage of the Tour of Virginia bicycle race that finished in Covington in 2007. A portion of the proceeds from the event will benefit the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research in its fight against this debilitating disease. The entrance fee of $75 includes free shuttle service, chip timing, T-Shirts for the first 100 riders and $5.00 meal discounts in Clifton Forge on Friday and in Covington on Saturday. You do not have to be from the Alleghany Highlands to volunteer. Family members of volunteers ride for only $25!
Saturday July 6	Total 200 Washington, DC. 200 miles from Washington, DC to Point Lookout Park, MD and back in one day. Yes, 200 miles -- 100 before lunch and 100 after lunch. There is also a 200 kilometer option. Registration is $149/$119 for the 200 mile/200 k options respectively through May 6, then $179/$139. Special discount codes are offered to previous participants, volunteers, military, media, and sponsors during the Standard Registration period.
Sunday July 1	Doublecross Metric Middletown, DE. 31 and 62 miles Many bicycle rides cross states that are measured in hundreds of miles and many days. The White Clay Bicycle Club offers an alternative that is modest in time, effort and stamina (a bicycle ride nearly anyone can do) that crosses and “doublecrosses” an entire state in only 31 total miles over flat terrain. In addition to the traditional route, the event offers a 62-mile (metric century) route for those who would like a longer ride. The 31-mile loop includes a food stop. The 62-mile loop includes three food stops. $15 (by June 18-postal or June 28-online); $20 thereafter (Children under the age of 18 are free but must be accompanied by a paid adult). Registration fee includes free event souvenir, fully marked routes, food stops at regular intervals and SAG service until 3:00 p.m. T-SHIRTS: $10; preorder only, S through XL ($12 XXL), by June 18.
Saturday July 13 - Tuesday July 16	The Greatest Bicycle Tour of the Historic C&O Canal Almost 200 miles on the C&O Canal. No hills, no headwinds, & no cars. Plenty of food, lots of support, ride at your own pace, well organized. This popular tour is an annual fundraising event which benefits the San Mar Children's Home in Boonsboro, Maryland. Participants must pay a $35 registration fee ($55 on or after July 1) and turn in at least $450 in pledges ($400 for those riding for only the weekend). For those exceeding minimum amounts there are prizes awarded for going above and beyond. Your registration fee and pledges provide transportation by charter bus to the start of the C&O Canal, all meals and snacks, free parking for your vehicle throughout the event, rest stops every ten to fifteen miles, camp fees paid for the first two nights or transportation to nearby hotels, hotel on the third night, transport of all gear throughout the event, T-shirt, water bottle, a TGBT patch, and return to your vehicle by charter bus from Georgetown at end of event.
Saturday July 13	Bike MS: Mason-Dixon Challenge Gettysburg, PA. 30, 62.5 and 100 miles through the gently rolling hills, historic towns, farmlands and back roads of Central Pennsylvania's finest countryside. The routes include fully-stocked rest stops, a lunch stop along the route and safety provided by volunteer EMT’s, HAM radio operators, the local PD and bicycle repair from our partner bike shops. The ride ends at Gettysburg College where you will be treated to a delicious meal, massage and musical entertainment. $25 fee plus minimum fundraising of $150 for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.
Saturday July 20	Wheels of Hope Lewisburg, WV. 20, 61 and 106 miles through the fantastic Southern West Virginia countryside. All routes traverse one and two lane, paved country roads and enjoy beautiful farmland views with mountain vistas. The GreenbrierValley Wheels of Hope Ride is an annual fundraiser, hosted by the Greenbrier Valley Bicycle Club, with all net proceeds benefiting Greenbrier Valley residents currently fighting cancer and the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS). $35 for the metric and century, $20 for the 20 miles; add $10 after July 1.
Saturday July 27	Shenandoah Valley Bike Festival Harrisonburg, VA. 25, 50 and 100 miles over the rolling roads of the beautiful Shenandoah Valley. Registration fee is $35 per rider until July 12th, and $40 after July 12th through to the day of the event. Children under twelve ride for free. Registration includes free t-shirt, ride maps, ride support, mechanical support, drinks, shower facilities, and a home-cooked meal. All proceeds benefit Our Community Place (OCP), a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to including in its activities and programs those struggling with poverty, addiction, and difficult life circumstances.
Sunday July 28	Boy Scout Century Bicycle Tour La Plata, MD. 13, 25, 50, 60 and 100 miles through scenic countryside in Southern Maryland.
Sunday July 28	Firefighter 50 Bike Ride Pleasant Valley, MD (just west of Westminster, MD). 30, 50 and 80 miles in northern Carroll and eastern Frederick counties. Terrain is rolling with no mountain climbs. Registration of $25 before July 7 and includes door prizes and lunch. Optionals t-shirt for $15. 100% of proceeds benefit the Firefighters of the Pleasant Valley Community Fire Department.
Monday Aug 1 - Saturday Aug 6	Wheels for Wells: Mid-Atlantic Water Tour Nags Head, NC to Ocean City, NJ 365 miles along the East Coast from the beautiful beaches of Nag’s Head, NC to the breathtaking shores of the Ocean City, NJ. Major cities en route include Virginia Beach, Salisbury, Chincoteague, and Dewey. Throughout the tour the team will help create awareness for the global water crisis and in particular how it affects villages and cities in North Africa. The goal is to raise over $100,000 for clean water projects in Sub-Sahara Africa.
Saturday Aug 7	Buy Fresh Bike Local Boiling Springs, PA. 10, 25 and 25 miles meandering through the rolling hills and farmland of Cumberland County, PA. Sponsored by the Capital Resource Conservation and Development (RC&D) Area Council to benefit the South Central PA Chapter of Buy Fresh Buy Local. All routes begin and end at South Middleton Park in Boiling Springs, PA. Participants will find a picnic meal waiting for them at nearby Dickinson College Farm, with dishes prepared by local chefs, caterers and farmers. Afterward, visit with vendors and local artisans or get a relaxing massage. Tickets for riders and non-riding participants are $25.00 per person and includes the picnic; 5.00 "Early Bird" discount if your registration is received by July 21.
Saturday Aug 7	The Blue Ridge Bicycle Club Artie Levin Memorial Century Roanoke, VA. 25, 50 and 100 miles on the Historic '76 Bike route. The routes will travel towards Lexington which will be the turn around point for the Century. It will be a folded route –out and back. $40.00 for BRBC members and $50.00 for non-members until July 15,then $50.00 for members and $60.00 for non-members. Riders will receive a great goody bag, well stocked rest stops, full SAG support, and a delicious catered meal by Wildwood Smokehouse at the end of the ride. All finishers who register by July 24 will get a long-sleeve technical fiber shirt.
Saturday Aug 4	Princeton Free Wheelers Bicycling Event West Windsor, NJ. 16, 23, 35, 50, 65 and 100 miles, from flats to rolling hills. Tour the New Jersey countryside on one of many rides from an easy 16 miles to a scenic century, from flats to rolling hills. Marked routes, cue sheets, rest stops with snacks, sags, free parking, and post-ride barbecue chicken lunch with music by DJ Sharon. Free t-shirt with pre-registration by July 25 or mail-in postmarked July 23. Price: $32 on-line; $35 mail-in; $35 day-of-ride (t-shirt not included); $10 for 16 yrs. and under.
Saturday Aug 10	Cumberland Valley Century Boonsboro, MD. 25, 64 and 103 miles through some of the most fabulous scenery in the area. The metric and century routes visit the C&O Canal National Historic Park and the Antietam National Battlefield. Scenic new routes loop riders through the central start/finish at San Mar. Eat lunch when you want or shorten your mileage. The ride is presented by the Cumberland Valley Cycling Club and benefits the San Mar Childrens Home. Register before 8 am on 8/3/13 and save $5 per person; after this time the event price goes up to the "same day" price of $40. Event day registration on site for the Century and Metric is $40 and $35 for the quarter century.
Saturday Aug 10	Ride To See Galena, MD. 15, 30, 40, 62.5 and 100 miles take in the scenery of the heartland of Kent County, Maryland, historic towns, and great country stores. The 100 mile route offers scenic views of the Chesapeake Bay, historic homes, antique and gift shops and picturesque countryside. $?? registration fee includes map, marked route, sag wagon and five food stops. Sponsored by the Galena Lions Club to benefit the blind.
Saturday Aug 11	Eat A Peach Challenge Bike Ride Westminster, MD. 33, 67, and 100 miles through Carroll and Frederick Counties. Start and finish at the Peach Festival at the Carroll County Agricultural Center in Westminster, MD. Sponsored by Brain Injury Association of Maryland. Get together a team and have a great day, enjoy some peach cobbler, peach pie, and a peach sundae, and raise money for a good cause! Registration is $45 until August 1, then $50. $5 discount per rider for teams of four or more riders.
Saturday Aug 17	Anthem Moonlight Ride Richmond, VA. 8 and 17 miles. Take in the sights and sounds of Richmond by bike... under a full moon... with 3,500 other riders decked out in crazy lights and costumes. Then top it off with pizza, ice cream, a live concert and a Blue Moon beer (for you 21-and-uppers!). Cost: Adults/Youth 8 to 14 - through April 30, $30/$10; May 1 - July 15, $35/$15; July 16 - August 14, $40/$20; Walk up registration, Aug. 16-17 $50/$25. Online registration closes at 11:59 p.m. on August 14
Saturday Aug 20	Tour de Lions Ashland, VA. 12, 25, 50, 75 and 100 miles on scenic back roads of Hanover County, Virginia. The ride starts at and is sponsored by the Food Lion in Ashland, Virginia, one mile off I-95, 78 miles south of the Washington DC Beltway. Registration fee is $20.00 ($10.00 for participants under the age of 18), plus a minimum donation of $50 (adult) and $35 (kids) to the Children's Miracle Network Hospitals of Richmond.
Friday Aug 17 - Sunday Aug 19	Tour de Frederick Frederick County, MD. Three days of different rides that highlight the beauty of Frederick County. This year, 3-time Tour de France champ Greg LeMond will join us on all three days. The only Penny Farthing Race held in the United States (and one of only four around the world) will be held on Saturday, August 18th. Members of the Boys and Girls Club of Frederick County Club Riders will join Greg and other riders on Saturday’s ride. Participants who ride in all three days will also enjoy a Friday night game and fireworks at the Frederick Keys and dinner Saturday in downtown Frederick. Registration fee for all three days of events and rides is $160 before June 1; $55 before June 1 for one day's rides and events. Proceeds benefit the Boys and Girls Club of Frederick County.
Sunday Aug 18	Covered Bridge Metric Lancaster, PA. 15, 31 and 62 miles rides through some of Pennsylvania's most famous rural scenery, including six covered bridges. The terrain is rolling with a few hills on the 100K ride and flat to moderately rolling on the 50K & 25K rides. The rewards are stunning vistas of the richest farmland in America. The proceeds from this ride fund the Lancaster Bicycle Club's grants program. Registration will be limited in number and will end in early July or when they reach a pre-determined number of participants, whichever comes first. There will be NO day of registration.
Sunday Aug 18	Team LIVESTRONG Challenge Philly Blue Bell, PA. 10 - to 100 miles through Pennsylvania countryside from Montgomery County Community College Campus. Registration is $45 through March 31. Minimum fundraising required is $250.
Saturday Aug 24	Shorefire Century Middletown, DE. 35, 65, and 100 miles through flat to gently rolling farmland in central Delaware. Presented by the White Clay Bicycle Club. Registration fee of $20 by August 19 ($25 thereafter and on day of event) includes marked routes, cue sheets, sag wagons, food stops, and event souvenir. Optional: Shorefire tee-shirt –$10; pre-order by July 31.
Saturday Aug 25	Hard Crab Century Crisfield, MD. 15, 65 and 100 mile routes along the many rolling roads of Somerset County including sweeping views of the Pocomoke forest and the Chesapeake Bay. The 100 mile ride will lead you through the Pocomoke forest with its abundance of wildlife and forest. Visit the Crab Capital of the World in the town of Crisfield Md. BRING YOUR BIKE AND YOUR CRAB KNIFE. The ride benefits the American Heart Association and The Community Mediation Center of Somerset,Worcester and Wicomico County. $40 registration includes cue sheet/map, route marking and sag support, and rest stops providing bathrooms, food and drink and a finish line Crab Cake lunch special including drink. Registration 7 am to 9 am. Registrations can be made on line at www.CrabPlace.com or by calling 410-968-2222, or at The Crab Place, 504 Maryland Avenue, Crisfield Md. 21817.
Sunday Aug 26	Citicorp Sponsored American Heart Association Bike Ride Hagerstown, MD. A 63, 25 and 10 mile “family” route. The 25 mile route crosses one covered bridge in Franklin County PA, then continues through rural roads in PA. The metric route crosses two covered PA bridges, then continues to roll along through beautiful PA farm land, past Whitetail Ski resort into Maryland passing Blairs Valley Lake for a rest stop…through Clear Spring MD and back towards State Line PA. Terrain is rolling, no mountains but beautiful mountain views. Enjoy a fully supported ride with a grilled lunch at the end. Registration is $30; day of is $35 (opens at 7am) with ALL proceeds going to the American Heart Association. Register at https://www.bikereg.com/Net/15484 or email michael.frazee@citi.com
Saturday Aug 24 - Sunday Aug 25	24 Hours of Booty Columbia, MD. 24 Hours of Booty is the Official 24-Hour Cycling Event of LIVESTRONG. The event brings together cyclists of all abilities and unites people who are passionate about fighting cancer. Held on a 2.1-mile traffic-free loop in Columbia's Gateway Business Park, 24 Hours of Booty raises vital funds for local and national cancer charities. Registration is $45 through January 31, $50 February 1-May 31, $55 June 1-July 31, $65 August 1-Event Weekend. Requires a minimum fundraising goal of $200.
Sunday Aug 25	Reston Century Reston, VA. 34, 65, and 103 miles. The challenging Century and Metric routes follow beautiful rolling rural roads through scenic historical towns such as Hamilton, Purcellville, Round Hill, Waterford, and Taylorstown. The Half-Metric is relatively flat. Post-tour festival from 12:30 pm till 5 pm, with food and music at the Reston Town Center Pavilion. $40 until Aug 17 includes t-shirt (size as ordered), $60 on-site registration includes t-shirt (size as available).
Saturday Aug 27	Ride for Life Davidsonville, MD. 20 and 40 mile rides through scenic southern Anne Arundel County. Registration at 7 am, ride begins at 8 am. Ride begins and ends at Chesapeake Christian Fellowship, 377 W. Central Ave., Davidsonville, 21035. All proceeds go to American Cancer Society. Registration fee of $25 includes tek shirt. Register using Pay Pal at chesapeakechristianfellowship.org or send a check along with your name and address to the address above. Helmet required; must be at least 18 years of age. Must have helmet and be at least 18 years of age. Additional info: 410-798-1413.
Saturday Aug 27	Round the Valley Lebanon, PA. (between Harrisburg and Reading, PA) 25, 62 and 100 miles through the Lebanon Valley's Amish farmland, with spectacular views and lightly traveled roads. You may need to share the road with horse drawn vehicles as the plain folk move between farm, fields and market. Sponsored by the Lebanon Valley Bicycle Coalition and the Lebanon Valley Conservancy to raise money for the conservation and preservation of the region's cultural, historical and natural resources. $30.00 for metric and century. $20.00 for 25 mile ride. Age 12 and under is $12.50. Registration fee increases $10.00 on the day of the event. Commemorative tee shirts are available for $10.00 and must be ordered by August 5. Online registration at active.com.
Saturday Aug 25	Western Maryland Wheelmen Charity Road Ride Cumberland, MD. 25, 37, 64 and 100 miles from the historic C&O Canal terminus, Canal Place, in quaint Victorian Cumberland, Maryland. Escape the heat with a ride in the beautiful mountains of Western Maryland. All rides include SAG support, well stocked rest stops every 20 miles, and lunch. Preregistration by August 21 is $32 for 25 or 37 miles; $37 for 64 or 100 miles. Same day registration is $35 for 25 or 37 miles; $40 for 64 or 100 miles. Proceeds benefit the Maryland Salem Children's Trust. www.mdsalem.com. Online registration at www.bikereg.com.
Saturday Aug 27 - Sunday Aug 28	Timmy's Century North Bend State Park, near Parkersburg, WV. 105 miles (58 miles on Saturday and 47 miles on Sunday). Enjoy cycling on the North Bend Rail Trail, a 72-mile long, mostly crushed stone multi-use trail in the heart of West Virginia. This event raises funds for the Timothy Quigley Foundation, an organization established to help relieve the financial burdens of families that are currently suffering from the emotional and financial stress of childhood cancer. Registration fee is $35 until July 31, $45 on or after July 31. Riders must raise a minimum of $300. The ride is fully supported including a professional bike mechanic and supplies, massage therapists, daily route maps, emergency phone numbers, sag vehicles to carry your personal gear, and overnight lodging at North Bend State Park. Breakfast and dinner will be at the Lodge and sponsored by local businesses and there are regular food and water stops along each days route that is sponsored by local groups in the area. Register by August 12 to be guaranteed a t-shirt.
Saturday Sept 1	Bay Country Century Owings, MD. 25, 50, 62 or 100 miles on the Chesapeake Bay's western shore. Sponsored by the Annapolis Bicycle Racing Team (ABRT). Pre-registration fee is $30.00 until August 15, then $40; registration on day of the ride is $50. T-shirts are optional: $10 for a short-sleeve grey century shirt with "ABRT" & "Hammer" on back; $20 for a limited edition short-sleeve t-shirt. A portion of the proceeds benefit the Chesapeake Bay Foundation and the St. Leonard Fire Department.
Saturday Sept 1	Bay Country Century Owings, MD. Routes on the Chesapeake Bay's western shore. Sponsored by the Annapolis Bicycle Racing Team (ABRT).
Saturday Sept 7	BBC Civil War Century Thurmont, MD. 25, 50, 63, 75 and 103 miles. Presented by the Baltimore Bicycling Club. Registration is $35. Optional long sleeve t-shirt is $20 ($22 for XXL). The event is limited to 1600 participants. NO Walk-in Registration.
Saturday Sept 8	Skipjack Bike Tour Deal Island Harbor, 14 miles west of Princess Anne, MD. 15, 30, 50 and 100 miles through marshlands, wildlife areas and picturesque harbors on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. If you’re looking for a ride where the roads have very little traffic and the number of riders is in the hundreds instead of the thousands, this is the ride for you. Benefits the Deal Island/Chance Volunteer Fire Company. Location: Deal Island Harbor - From Princess Anne, go 14 miles west on Route 363, turn right after bridge at harbor. $30 before Aug. 31, then $40. T-shirts for all riders, rest stops, EMS available, sag wagon, and unforgettable "Brownies." Come for the weekend and bring your Kayaks For information about Somerset County and places to stay go to: www.visitsomerset.com.
Saturday Sept 7	Lakes and Grapes Century Fredericksburg, VA. 20, 40, 50, 75 and 100 miles along Virginia’s rural roads. This year’s Century will include 5 different picturesque views of Lake Anna. Riders on the 50, 75 and 100 will have a rest stop at the award-winning Lake Anna Winery. Taste some of the finest wine in Virginia. Buy your favorites and have the bottles delivered to at the finish line. (Don’t forget to bring a credit card or money so you don’t’ miss out on your soon-to-be favorite wines.) And new for this year is a 20-mile guided ride. For those new to cycling, this year’s guided 20 miler will be the perfect course for you as a ride leader will be with you all the way. This is your perfect opportunity to ride with an experienced ride leader and become familiar with cycling on roads in Virginia. And just like last year, we will be providing some of the best post-ride food of any century ride. Registration for 100, 75, 55, 40 miles is $45 through August 31, then $60; $25 for 20 miles through August 31, then $30. Register online at active.com before September 6. Proceeds for this ride go to the Ron Rosner Family YMCA of Spotsylvania County, a not- for- profit organization which helps improves the lives of citizens in Spotsylvania County.
Saturday Sept 7	Amish Country Bike Tour Dover, DE. 15, 25, 50, 62 and 100-mile loops through the flatlands of Delaware’s Amish farmlands. All ages and abilities; rest stops including the famous Amish school house where the Amish serve homebaked pies and cookies. Plenty of healthy food stops. After-tour party, live music, yard games and catered picnic. Sponsored by Kent County Tourism to benefit local non-profit organizations. Early bird registration (before April 1): $40/adults, $20 ages 5-16, under 5 free. April 1 - July 31: $50 per adult, $25 for 5-16, five and under free. August 1 - September 7: $60/adults, $30 ages 5-16, under 5 free.
Sunday Sept 8	Southern Maryland Fall Century - the Indian Head 100 Indian Head, MD. 16, 29, 43, 60 and 100 miles through the Potomac Heritage Area of Southern Maryland. Enjoy riding on shaded roads with little traffic as you pedal to rest stops at the Mattawoman Creek Art Center in Smallwood State Park, a bluff overlooking the Potomac at Riverside, Saint Ignatius Church at Chapel Point, and the Thomas Stone Historic House. Your registration fee includes cue sheets and marked routes, rest stops with food and drink, SAG support, and an after-ride picnic. Registration is $20 through July 31; $30 from August 1 to September 6; $40 on the day of the ride. Optional t-shirt is $15. More information and registration at www.ohbike.org/century.
Saturday Sept 15	Pecometh Upper Shore Century Centreville, MD. 12, 33, 72 and 100 miles from the Pool Pavilion of Camp Pecometh, 136 Bookers Wharf Road, Centreville, MD 21617. Autumn is a wonderful time to cycle around the beautiful Eastern Shore of Maryland. Pecometh welcomes cyclists to our inaugural bicycling adventure. The routes are flat and explore the scenery of Queen Anne’s, Kent, and Caroline counties. Proceeds will benefit Camp Pecometh’s children’s programs. Pre-registration fee is $30 until August 15; then $35 thereafter; $40 day of ride. Optional: Pecometh Upper Shore Century Sport-Tek Shirt - $15; pre-order by August 15. Online registration at active.com.
Saturday Sept 15	Piedmont Wine Challenge Bike Ride DeJon Vineyards, Hydes, MD. 6 Mile Family Ice Cream ride, 25 mile Pink Ribbon Ride, metric century and The Piedmont Wine Challenge century ride. The metric and century routes will ride pass all or some of the Piedmont Wine Trail wineries. Proceeds raised go to support the local breast cancer programs of The Red Devils and The Active Survivor Network. Registration is $40 until 9/2-2012 and $45 after 9/2/2012 and on site and includes lunch, supported rest areas, SAG. Raffle tickets can be purchased online at www.bike4breastcancer.org after 5/1/2012 and prizes will be awarded at the post ride party. Register at www.active.com. For more information contact Adele at bike4breastcancer@hotmail.com
Saturday Sept 15	Saint Michaels Historic Century Saint Michaels, MD. 25, 62.5 and 100 miles on flat country roads, great for training as well as sightseeing. Join special guest Bob Roll (Tour de France cyclist/commentator) and be a part of the Bike Doctor Tradition! Bicycle with friends or individually to the most scenic places surrounding historic Talbot County. The full Century route has a 20-minute ferry ride across the Tred Avon River to Oxford. There will be support staff at St. Michael's Elementary School and staffed aid stations along the route. Check in and late Registration for the ride begins at 7:00 a.m. Start time is at 8:00 a.m., and strongly urge everyone to leave at this time. Riders can pick up their registration packets at the St. Michaels Elementary School. $45 registration before September 13. Day of registration will be available for $50/rider. T-Shirts will be given to pre-registered riders only.
Saturday Sept 21	Tour de Talbot Easton, MD. 20, 65, and 100 miles through the beautiful flat countryside and historic towns of Talbot County on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. The Century and 65 mile ride will kickoff at 7:30 am; the family ride will follow at 9:30 am. All rides will start and finish at the Calhoon MEBA Engineering School on the Miles River, culminating in an outdoor barbeque celebration. Benefits the Midshore Riverkeeper Conservancy, a non-profit organization dedicated to the restoration and protection of the Choptank River, Eastern Bay, and the Miles and Wye Rivers. $50; $60 after August 31 and on day of event. Kids under 16 FREE!! Register by August 31 and get lunch and T-shirt.
Saturday Sept 15	Rappahannock Rough Ride 12, 35 and 60 miles over paved roads; or a 20-mile or 30-mile paved and unpaved course. The Rappahannock Rough Ride is a self-paced, multi-level cycling challenge for the recreational or serious cyclist, covering some of Virginia's most beautiful countryside. The ride benefits the Fauquier Free Clinic. $25 Adult, $15 Child under 12; $30 Same day registration. Registration includes a t-shirt. Online registration at active.com. closes Friday, September 18th at 3:00PM. On-site registration available Saturday morning.
Saturday Sept 17	Greater Maryland Bike4BreastCancer Bike Ride Bel Air, MD. 12, 25, 40, 62 and 100 miles (combining the 40 and 62 mile routes through Harford County. Proceeds raised will go to support the programs of The Active Survivor Network and The Red Devils. Registration will open at 7 AM. Marked routes, SAG, rest stops, cue sheets, maps provided as well as lunch from 11 to 3. Massages will be available due to the generously donated service of Siesta Massage Therapy Associates. Registration is $30 by September 4, 2011 and $35 after September 4, 2011 as well as on site-registration. Includes lunch from 11 to 3.
Saturday Sept 22	Bike Shenandoah Harrisonburg, VA. 5, 15, 30, 62 or 100 miles from Eastern Mennonite School, 801 Parkwood Drive, Harrisonburg, VA 22802. Maps for the routes are provided; rest stops with locally prepared foods are along the way. This is a charity ride which benefits service agencies.
Saturday Sept 22	HERO-PALOOZA Oregon Ridge Park, Hunt Valley, MD. 12, 25 or a 62.5 mile (Metric Century) routes for cyclists. Runners will participate in a 5K, USATF Sanctioned Race and a USATF Certified Course. Walkers will participate in a non-timed, family-friendly 5K Walk. Cyclists and Runners/Walkers will enjoy event tee shirts, rest stops with refreshments, and a post-ride celebration Crab Feast/Cookout at The Family Festival featuring Crab Feast, Cookout, Beer Garden, live music, children’s activities, raffles and more. With every mile you ride, run or walk, you can raise money to help individuals and families with Leukemia and other blood cancers. Personal fundraising page to raise money to support people living with Leukemia and other blood cancers. Great swag items for fundraising milestones. Register today at: theregoesmyhero.org/events/ or e-mail Terry.Weigel@theregoesmyhero.org, 410-299-1422. Net proceeds from HERO-PALOOZA benefit There Goes My Hero Foundation – Providing Hope and Nourishment to Leukemia Patients and Their Families.
Saturday Sept 22	Ride for Health Bike Tour Westminster, MD. 8, 31 and 62 miles (metric century) through the rolling hills of Carroll County from the Carroll County Agriculture Center. This ride is not flat, but very beautiful! Sponsored by Access Carroll to raise funds to help provide health care for uninsured people of all ages. Pre-registration is $40 ($20 for children 15 and under) by Wednesday, August 31. Registration fee includes commemorative t-shirt (pre-registrants), light pre-ride breakfast, rest stops featuring treats, cookies and other refreshments during the ride, and lunch after the ride. Onsite registration will be available the day of the ride. Ride is in partnership with The Maryland Wine Festival.
Sunday Sep 18	Three Creek Century Carlisle, PA. 25, 50, 75 and 100 miles through the scenic Cumberland Valley of central Pennsylvania. Ride on lightly traveled roads along and over the Conodoguinet, Yellow Breeches and Big Spring creeks which feed the Susquehanna river. Cue sheets, sag wagons and rest stops are provided for all routes as well as markings on the road to guide the riders on the routes. This event is well known for its homemade cookies, soup and other great food. Most of the routes offer gentle terrain, although one of the 25 mile routes contains some challenging hills. The Three Creek Century is a sponsored by and is a major source of operating funds for the Harrisburg Bicycle Club. The cost of registration is $15 if postmarked by August 15th and $25 if postmarked later ($7.50 for 16 & under). Be sure to order a commemorative moisture wicking long-sleeved t-shirt, perfect for fall weather! Costs only $20 and must be ordered by 8/15/10 (either on-line or via mail).
Saturday Sept 21 - Sunday Sept 22	Bike MS: Bike to the Bay Dover, DE. 75, 100, 150, and 175 mile routes from Dover; 45 mile route from Felton; 17 mile route from Milton. Sponsored by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Registration fee is $35 to $55 depending on registration date. Riders are also required to raise a minimum of $300.
Friday Sept 23 - Sunday Sept 25	Northern Neck RiverRide Kilmarnock, VA.
Saturday Sept 24	Pocomoke Warrior Ride Pocomoke City, MD 15, 35 and 70 miles through southern Worcester County on some beautiful, lightly traveled roads from Newtown Park in Pocomoke City, MD (about an hour south of Ocean City, MD). Sponsored by the Pocomoke High School Athletic Boosters. Registration for adults is $35 per rider until Aug 25th, after that $45. T-shirts are included for all registrations until Aug 24th, T-shirts may be included for those who register after Aug 24th, but on a first come, first served basis. This will be a nice warm-up ride before the Seagull Century on 15 October.
Saturday Sept 22	Haiti 80 Family Fun Bike Ride Severna Park, MD 10, 25, and 50 miles (80 kilometers) between Annapolis and the BWI Airport Trail to provide funds for the education of the children of Gros Morne, Haiti. Event starts and ends at the Severna Park Community Center, 623 Baltimore Annapolis Boulevard Severna Park, MD. Start times from 7:00-11:30 am with end at at 2:00 pm. Ice cream social at end of ride. Well-marked routes, on-trail support, and enroute snacks at rest stops throughout each route. All proceeds benefit the La Resurrection School in Haiti. Registration fee for adult riders $40.00 unless pre-registered by September 10 ($35.00), Youth 12 and under free when accompanied by an adult; Virtual riders for same price. Registration includes goodie bag and special ride participation item. This event is sponsored by the St. Martin's in-the-Field Episcopal Church and School to support a 850-student school that is located in Gros Morne, Haiti. All proceeds from this event go directly for support of school operations.
Saturday Sept 22	Larry's Ride Upperco, MD. (30 miles northwest of Baltimore beltway) 15 to 63 miles in Baltimore County from Spring Meadows Farm. This is a Bike Maryland fund raising event to raise awareness of bicyclists and bicycle safety issues. On April 6th, 2010, Larry Bensky was tragically killed while riding his bike on Butler Road, near Falls Road in Baltimore County. This event was created by his wife, Tami Bensky, and a group of Larry’s friends to remember and honor Larry’s life while bringing attention to the need for increased driver awareness on our roads. All are welcome to join in supporting this great cause. The routes are currently under development. An end of ride celebration including a delicious lunch for all registered participants is included!
Saturday Sept 24	Bath County Harvest Moon Festival Century and Metric Ride Warm Springs, VA. 61 and 102 miles through hills around Warm Springs. Presented by the Bath County Tourism with proceeds to benefit bicycling in Bath County, Virginia. $50 until 9/1 at 9 pm, price then goes to $60. Make it a weekend at the Bath County Harvest Moon Festival, with music, food, and vendors at the Farmers Market in downtown Hot Springs.
Sunday Sep 23	Back Roads Century Berryville, VA. 25, 30, 50, 65 and 100 miles in the Shenandoah Valley. Presented by the Potomac Pedalers Touring Club (PPTC). $45 until July 31, $50 until August 30 ($5 discount for PPTC members). $60 after September 1. $100 on day of ride. Fee includes t-shirt. Registration is limited to 2,000 riders.
Sunday Sept 25	Charity Bike Tour & Family Festival Hunt Valley, MD 5, 15, 30 and 60 miles from Oregon Ridge Park in Hunt Valley will take cyclists along country roads in northern Baltimore County. This event is hosted by There Goes My Hero Foundation. Registration starts at 6:00 a.m., with a shot-gun start at 9:00 a.m. Registration Fees are: $35 for 5 mile ride, $50 for 15 mile and 30 mile ride, and $100 for 60 mile ride. Fee includes event tee shirt, protein snacks, rest stop refreshments, and admission to the Family Festival, including lunch and live entertainment. There Goes My Hero is a 501(c)(3), non-profit organization whose mission is to restore hope to Leukemia patients and their families by increasing bone marrow registrants, providing nutritious meals, and supporting blood cancer research. For more information, go to www.theregoesmyhero.org or call 410-299-1422.
Saturday Sept 22	Gran Fondo National Championship Frederick, MD. 32, 62 and 100 miles, with the 100 mile loop having 10,000 feet of climbing. Must register by 4/7/12 to receive an event T-shirt. Register now to avoid price increases. Current price $95, $75, $50. This event raises funds for the Fredrick Bicycle Coalition. Funds are earmarked to promote youth cycling activities.
Sunday Sept 22	??? Mt. Airy, MD. 14, 35 or 63 miles from the Linganore Winecellars in Mt. Airy, finishing with lunch and a wine tasting. Sponsored by the National MS Society. $25 registration fee plus a minimum of $150 fundraising.
Saturday Sept 28	St Mary's Century to Benefit the Semper Fi Fund Drayden, MD. Routes of up to 100 miles through some of the most beautiful scenery in Southern Maryland, on routes that are flat to rolling, with occasional hills. Presented by Patuxent Velo Cycling Club. Proceeds will benefit the Semper Fi Fund, a wonderful charity that provides support to injured Marines and their families. Start & finish will be at the Dennis Point Marina and Campground (46555 Dennis Point Road, Drayden MD, 20630 - 16 miles southeast of Leonardtown, MD). Dennis Point has over 500 parking spots, showers, bathrooms, a restaurant on-site, and a picnic area. Camping (both tent & RV) is available before and after the event. All rest stops have real bathrooms (no port-a-potties) and are sponsored by local restaurants. Registration and packet pickup is from 7:00-9:00 am and century riders are required to start no later than 9:00 am. Registration fee is $50.00 and includes an event T-Shirt and the option to buy an event jersey.
Sunday Sept 30	Cannonball Century Stafford, VA. 35, 62 or 100 mile routes from Curtis Park in Stafford, VA. Presented by the Fredericksburg Cyclists Club. Early ride registration is $35 and will include a t-shirt; day of ride registration is $50.
Sunday Sept 29	Tour du Port Baltimore, MD. 13, 23, 40, 50 and 65 miles through historic neighborhoods, waterfront areas and parks. This fully supported Tour includes lunch, refreshments at rest stops, map, SAG and a post-ride celebration with live music at the Tour's end. Your registration fee supports Bike Maryland, a non-profit organization dedicated to improving bicycling in Maryland. Early bird registration $36 to August 28th; from August 29th to September 22nd registration is $45; from September 22nd to September 29th registration is $52. Walk-in registration $60.00. Student rate of $17 to increase in small increments. Optional t-shirt is $25.
Saturday October 6	Culpeper Cycling Century Culpeper, VA. 35, 65 and 100 miles of countryside riding with great scenic beauty and paved roads in Culpeper County during the most colorful season - Fall! Ride starts at 8:30 am at The Bike Stop, 120 W. Culpeper St. Culpeper VA 22701. The ride will benefit the Culpeper Recreation Foundation as they strive to achieve their mission of promoting recreation in Culpeper County. Your registration fee will go towards expenses related to trails, athletic fields, and concession stands. Rest stops are offered approximately every 20 miles. Each rest stop will have food, water, restrooms (most are indoor), and first aid kits. BOX LUNCHES will be provided on the 65 & 100 mile routes. Support vehicles will be monitoring the route throughout the day and will provide assistance as necessary. Registration fee by September 7 (includes long-sleeve t-shirt): 33 mile - $35; 65 and 100 mile ( box lunch) - $45. Late registration 9/8-10/2 & day of event (shirt not guaranteed) - add $10 to fee.
Saturday Oct 6	Valley Rally Bike Ride Clear Brook, VA. (6 miles north of Winchester, VA.) 10 (Family Route), 25, 50, 65 (metric century), and 100 miles through the beautiful Northern Shenandoah Valley of Virginia and Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia. Registration fee of $35 includes t-shirt. Ride benefits Boy Scouts of America.
Sunday Oct 2	Gran Fondo Colnago Washington, D.C. 100 miles, 100 km and 50 km. “Gran Fondo” means “Big Ride” in Italian. Gran Fondos are long distance, mass-participation cycling events – not races – that are immensely popular in Italy. Participation is open to recreational and competitive amateur cyclists, and tens of thousands of riders of all abilities participate.
Saturday Oct 5	Seagull Century Salisbury, MD. 62 and 100 miles. Sea Gull Century 2013 Registration opens online on Wednesday, May 15th at Noon.
Saturday Oct 5	Seagull Century Salisbury, MD. 62 and 100 miles. Cyclists choosing the 100-mile Century have two routes from which to choose—the Assateague Century or Snow Hill Century. In addition, there is the Princess Anne Metric Century (62 miles). $60 by September 10, then $75 until September 31. $90 on October 1-5. NO registration on day of the ride. Includes t-shirt. Sea Gull Century 2013 Registration opens online on Wednesday, May 15th at Noon.
Saturday Oct 13	Savage Century Newark, DE 40, 60, 75 or 100 miles. Come out and enjoy one of the most scenic, yet most difficult (if you choose), rides in the area. Routes begin & end in Newark, Delaware, and travel thru northeast Maryland, and Lancaster & Chester Counties in Pennsylvania. Registration is 7AM-9AM, ride start 7:30. Leaves from W. L. Gore facility, Newark. Registration fee is $20 until Sept. 28, then $25.
Saturday Oct 12	Law Enforcement Ride and Run to Remember National Harbor, MD. 30 and 55 miles from National Harbor on routes designed for everyone from the occasional rider to the experienced cyclist. The Law Enforcement Ride & Run to Remember is a fun, community-oriented event designed to honor the contribution and sacrifice law enforcement officers make every day and encourage community support for the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund. $50 registration fee, and each participant is required to raise at least $72 in honor of the law enforcement officer lives lost on September 11, 2001, the deadliest day in law enforcement history.
Saturday Oct 19	Crop Hop Charles County, MD. Rides available between 5-63 miles - a bike tour of Southern Maryland farms offering riders a unique experience touring the food and farms of Charles County. Sponsored by the Southern Maryland Agriculture Development Commission and Charles County, with all money raised going to help low income communities receive fresh, local produce with the help of the Southern Maryland Food Bank. Riders will stop periodically to tour farms and refresh themselves on locally oriented snacks. Riders will also receive a meal upon completing their routes cooked locally and consisting of local ingredients. Registration fee is $60 for the 30-63 mile rides; $40 for the 10-20 mile ride; $40 adults, $20 children under 14, (kids pulled behind bikes ride free) for the short (~5 mile) family ride.
Friday Oct 18- Sunday Oct 20	Shenandoah Fall Foliage Festival Staunton, VA. 10 to 100 miles. Saturday routes extend into eastern Augusta County with lunch in New Hope, a small picturesque village. Visit Grand Caverns before or after lunch. For shorter routes, drive to the lunch site and select a route ranging from 12 to 32 miles. Sunday routes go into southern Augusta and Rockbridge counties with distances from 10 to 34 miles. Camping or sleeping in the gym is available.
Saturday Oct 19	Save-A-Limb Ride and Festival Oregon Ridge Park, MD. 6, 15, 30 or 63 miles from Oregon Ridge Park. Sponsored by the Save-A-Limb Fund at Sinai Hospital. Proceeds all go to help the Save-A-Limb Fund provide the much needed surgeries and assistance to patients who need limb lengthening and joint preservation surgeries to save their limbs and joints from amputation, both domestically and abroad. Ride along with cycle legends George Hincapie and Robbie Venutra through Maryland’s beautiful horse farms and rolling countryside while raising money for an worthwhile cause. Registration fee covers a goodie bag filled with fun sports related items, a commemorative event T-shirt, post-ride picnic, fitness fair, and carnival. Registration fee before September 1 is $35 for the metric, $25 for the 30 or 15 miles, and $10 for the 6 miles.
Saturday Oct 19	Shelter Metric Century Fall Foliage Ride Saint Michaels, MD. 11, 31 and 62 miles. The fall foliage ride will take cyclists through five picturesque waterside villages in Talbot County, sharing the view with skipjacks, local watermen and sailboat races on the Miles River and the Chesapeake Bay. Proceeds will benefit the Talbot Interfaith Shelter, a cold weather homeless shelter in Talbot County, MD. Ride along with cycle legends George Hincapie and Robbie Venutra through Maryland’s beautiful horse farms and rolling countryside while raising money for an worthwhile cause. Registration fee covers a goodie bag filled with fun sports related items, a commemorative event T-shirt, post-ride picnic, fitness fair, and carnival. Registration fee before September 1 is $35 for the metric, $25 for the 30 or 15 miles, and $10 for the 6 miles.
Sunday Oct 21	Cycle for Life Herrington Harbour South, Rose Haven, MD. 20 miles, 40 miles or 62.5 miles through some of the most scenic landscapes in Maryland. Cycle at your own pace, starting at 8 am. Enjoy a family friendly after party with refreshments, beer garden and entertainment. The Aptalis CF Cycle for Life at Herrington Harbour features well-stocked rest stops every 10-12 miles, bike mechanics along the route, support vehicles, ride marshals, meals and much more. Cyclists are required to raise a minimum of $165 to participate, registration is $25.
Saturday Oct 26	Between the Waters Bike Tour Onancock, VA. 25, 40, 60 or 100 miles through interesting historic towns and communities and along back roads to scenic rest stops that overlook the Atlantic seaside and the Chesapeake Bay. This one day bike tour is an ecotourism event and fundraiser for Citizens for a Better Eastern Shore, a non-profit organization serving Northampton and Accomack counties. $45 per adult rider until Oct. 1, then $60. $15 for rider 7-12 yrs until October 1, then $20. Riders 6 years and under are free(no t-shirt). Fee includes lunch, rest stops with refreshments, t-shirt and cue sheets.

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If you know of bicycling event of interest to Maryland cyclists, or have comments or suggestions, email jim@ohbike.org

Bicycling Events for 2013

in Maryland and Surrounding States

Southern Maryland Century - the Indian Head 100
Sunday, September 8, 2012

Bicycling Events for 2013

in Maryland and Surrounding States

Southern Maryland Century - the Indian Head 100 Sunday, September 8, 2012

Southern Maryland Century - the Indian Head 100
Sunday, September 8, 2012