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Want to ride for a reason this year? There are hundreds of major bike rides sponsored by various foundations throughout the US where the top goal is fund-raising, often through a system of pledges for participating bicyclists.
Here are short descriptions and links to the major events. The bicycle ride series include Multiple Sclerosis, Leukemia, Lung, Diabetes, and LiveStrong bike tours. Others, such as the AIDS Lifecycle and Pan Mass Challenge sponsor one event.
If the dates for the charity bike ride are not updated below, check out the website link. Generally, the rides are scheduled within a few days of each other year to year. Here, in no particular order, are some of them:
The Tour de Cure is a series of rides in some 80 cities in 44 states nationwide, starting as early as March, so register early. In 2011, more than 55,000 cyclists participated in the rides, raising more than $18 million. One-day events of 10 to 100 miles. Dates: The rides for 2015 are at the website. These are just a few:
— Five route options of 7 to 100 miles leaves from the Durham Fairgrounds. Date: June 14, 2015
– Two rides start from Woburn, Massachusetts. The 150-mile ride tours back roads and seacoasts of Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Maine. (There’s also a week-long, 500-mile version of the bike ride that explores Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont.) Dates: NEC 150 – July 11-12, 2015; NEC 550 – July 11-17, 2015.
– Five options between 5 and 100 miles. All leave from Hillsboro Stadium. Date: July 25, 2015.
— Five bike rides, including a 15-mile family friendly ride, a 25-miler and more challenging 45-, 70-, and 100-mile routes. Starts at Chateau Ste. Michelle winery. The 100-mile bike course goes all the way to Granite Falls. Date: May 31, 2015
— Five options, comprising a family friendly 4 miles, and 12, 25, 50 and 100 miles. Meets at Northern Quest Resort & Casino. Date: May 16, 2015.
Tour de Cure – California — There are 6 Tour de Cure bike rides listed for California in 2015. They are: – April 18; – April 26, 2015; – June 7, 2015; – May 3, 2015; – May 30, 2015; , Oct. 24, 2015. Others to be announced.
Also: — Oct. 4, 2015 Route options of 10, 25 and 60 miles for participants for this bike ride benefiting diabetes programs at the NorthBay’s Center for Diabetes and Endocrinology. Starts at VacaValley Hospital, 1000 Nut Tree Road, Vacaville.
A number of state chapters for the American Lung Association sponsor fund-raiser bike rides. Begin searching by going to US map, which supplies links to local websites by state. Look for the “Events” tab. Just a few events:
(Alaska) — A one-day bike ride with classic views of Denali Range and Talkeetna Mountains celebrates 31st year in 2015. Options of 10, 26, 60, and 100 miles. Date: May 9, 2015.
(Oregon) — Ride starts in four locations: Portland (100 miles), Newberg (80 miles), Amity (55 miles), and Grand Ronde (28 miles). Date: May 16, 2015.
(Washington) — Sept. 19, 2015 Fourth annual bike ride from Seattle to Kitsap Peninsula. The one-day charity ride for the American Lung Association features three different lengths within a scenic loop around the southern Puget Sound, ending with a finish party in Bremerton. Rides of 92, 73 and 38 miles.
— A 7-week, fully supported cross-country bike tour that leaves from Seattle on June 15 – Aug. 2, 2014.
(Massachusetts) — A 160-mile bike tour along Cape Cod from Plymouth to Provincetown; includes many miles on the Cape Cod rail-trail. A 2-day, 105-mile option is also available. Dates: September 25-27, 2015.
Arthritis Foundation
– July 9, 2016 (California)
The Arthritis Bike Classic – Marin is a fully supported one day ride through the North Bay, featuring the the rugged California Coast and the Golden Gate Bridge. With two distance options 26 mile (beginner friendly) and 62 mile metric century (intermediate/advanced.) all participants will receive a finishers medal, lunch, pool access and access to the Lagunitas beer and wine garden (21+). Flat fee registration: $75 (no fundraising minimum.) *All participants who raise $300 or more will receive a 2016 commemorative jersey.
– September 17-24, 2016
Cycle majestic Oregon with an exciting new route for the seventh annual Arthritis Bike Classic – Oregon. A spectacular week of cycling through bountiful Oregon. From the rolling hills of wine country, to the rugged coast, view the peaks of the Cascades, wildlife and state parks from your bicycle. The Arthritis Bike Classic – Oregon is a fully supported bicycle tour to all registered riders, including breakfasts, dinners, mechanical support and overnight camping.
– October 2, 2016 (California)
From Portola Valley to Pescadero features the California redwoods and scenic coastline with a finish party and tour of Harley Goat Farm. Two scenic distance options 20 mile (beginner friendly), 55 miles with significant climbing (intermediate/advanced.) Flat fee registration $75 (no fundraising minimum) *All participants that raise $300 or more will receive a 2016 commemorative jersey.
The Cycle for Life bike rides raise money for research and treatment for cystic fibrosis, an inherited chronic disease that affects the lungs and digestive systems of some 30,000 adults and children in the US. The fund-raisers typically feature a one-day bike ride with several mileage options. To find a ride, go to There, you will find dozens of charity bike rides. Check early to register. Among those that are coming up…
— Cycle for Life features rides with options of about 25 to 65 miles.
— June 18, 2016, — Oct. 8 2016;
Oregon
(Beaverton) — June 16, 2016
Washington state — Cycle for Life features rides with options of about 25 to 65 miles.
(Woodinville) — July 31, 2016
(Richland) — Aug. 13, 2016
(Crohn’s and Colitis diseases)
GYGIG raises awareness of Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis and related conditions through cycling events. Over the past 11 years, 25 rides in 6 states have raised more than $1.5 million. In 2015, 1 or 2 day options are offered; 100, 62.5, or 30 miles on Saturday and 10 or 30 miles on Sunday.
June 13 & 14, 2015
Aug. 15 & 16, 2015
Habitat for Humanity
More than 100 cyclists in this charity ride for Habitat for Humanity tour a different area every year. Southern Minnesota is the location in 2010. They visit and help at worksites that provide affordable housing for people, as well as conduct interviews to raise awareness about housing issues. Dates: July 12-18, 2015.
The foundation raises funds for Type 1 diabetes (juvenile diabetes) research through a number of bike rides. Seven are scheduled for 2014:
— July 23-26, 2015
— Aug. 13-16, 2015
— Sept. 11-14, 2015
— Oct. 15-18, 2015
— Oct. 22-25, 2015
— Oct. 29 – Nov. 1, 2015
— Nov. 19-22, 2015
The winningest American cyclist sponsors teams on organized bike rides to support those diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease.. In addition, cyclists can form their own challenge bike rides to raise funds for Parkinson’s disease. Also, learn how to create a
(Maine)
Four ride options of 10, 30, 50 or 100 miles to raise funds for the The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research. Rides start at . Date: Sept. 12, 2015
— Sept. 27. 2015 Three options of 5, 25 or 50 miles leave from Revolution Bike Shop in Solano Beach to support research projects currently underway at Scripps Research Institute and Scripps Clinic in San Diego. Live music, food and refreshments offered.
Bike rides benefit Friedreich’s Ataxia Research Alliance, which is researching a cure for the debilitating, life-shortening neuro-muscular disorder. Dates for 2015: Davis, California — May 30, 2015; Denton, Texas — April 12, 2015; Channahon, Illinois — July 19, 2015; Philadelphia — Oct. 11, 2015; Orlando — Nov. 1, 2015.
(Lou Gehrig’s Disease)
Go to Ride to Defeat ALS website for rides in California, Florida, Illinois, Massachusetts, Michigan, Oregon, and Washington.
– July 18, 2015 Bicyclists can chose 25-, 50, or 100-mile options for this fund-raiser charity ride that starts in Mt. Angel, near Salem. Benefits efforts to fight Lou Gehrig’s disease
(Washington)— July 25-26, 2015 This two-day bike ride along the Centennial Trail in Snohomish County raises money for the ALS Foundation to fight Lou Gehrig’s disease. Overnight camping at Flowing Park or River Meadows Park; lodging at Inn at Snohomish.
(California) – Sept. 26, 2015 Options of rides from 10 to 100 miles; all begin at the Yountville Veterans Home.
— September 27, 2015 This charity bike ride for treatment of Lou Gehrig’s disease — Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) — rolls out with 4 options of 10 to 70 miles, starting in Wayland, Mass.
(Camps for children facing serious illnesses)
Connecticut — is an awareness and fund-raiser for the Camp Hole in the Wall Gang’s Hospital Outreach Program. Two days from Northwestern Connecticut to overnight in Norfolk in Mystic. Dates: May 23-24, 2015.
(Leukemia and Lymphoma)
Instead of sponsoring century rides, the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society creates teams that train and raise pledges for participation in local and regional events. More than $700 million has been raised since 1988. Look for the from the donation page, or check out the webpage and insert your zip code.
Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults (cross-country)
is a cross-country fund-raising drive for the . The 4,000-mile bike routes leave from Baltimore for destinations in Seattle, Portland, San Francisco and San Diego. Participants are chosen on a first-come basis after interviews.
— May 31 – Aug. 8, 2015
— May 31 – Aug. 8, 2015
— May 31 – Aug. 8, 2015
— May 31 – Aug. 8, 2015
Abused and neglected children
— May 21, 2016 Three options of 25, 50 and 100 miles. Begins at Newport Mesa Church on the Vanguard University campus, 55 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa. Supports Royal Family Kids summer camp for abused children.
(California)
The fund-raiser is produced by and helps benefit the San Francisco AIDS Foundation and the L.A. Gay and Lesbian Center i. This year’s 545-mile ride is scheduled from May 31 – June 6, 2015. Register soon; participants must raise a minimum $3,000.
(New York)
Entering its 17th year, this is a fully supported bike ride around Cayuga Lake in central New York state with 42-, 85- and 100-mile options beginning in Ithaca. Raises funds for Southern Tier AIDS program. Registration begins in March. Date: Sept. 12, 2015.
(Pennsylvania)
. — A collective effort to run, walk, and ride 1 million miles in the month of September to help find a cure for childhood cancer. Date: Sept. 1 – 30, 2015
Alzheimer’s Association
, based in Devens, Massachusetts, features a 2 mile Family Ride as well as 30 mile, 62 mile, and 100 mile route options through Central Massachusetts and Southern New Hampshire, followed by post-race food and prizes. Benefits the Alzheimer’s Association in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. Date: July 18, 2015.
American Cancer Society (Ohio)
is a four-day, 328-mile bike ride that rolls across-state from Cleveland to Cincinnati. Overnight at college campuses in Wooster, Otterbein, and Wittenburg. Raises money for ACS’s Hope Lodges. Dates: July 23-26, 2015.
Autism (CHAFE 150 – Sandpoint, Idaho)
— The sixth annual 150-mile bike ride raises money for families dealing with autism. Starting in Sandpoint, the cycling route rolls through northern Idaho and western Montana. There’s also an 80-mile option. Limited to 500 cyclists. Sponsored by the Sandpoint Rotary Club. Date: June 20, 2015
Bay Area Outreach & Recreation Program
— Sept. 26, 2015 Five routes offered through the Sonoma County’s Alexander Valley to raise money for adaptive sports and recreation programs. Options of 5K to 65 miles. Starts at Trentadue Winery in Geyserville. Presented by Bay Area Outreach and Recreation Program in Berkeley.
(Illinois)
The Leonard C. Ferguson Cancer Center in Freeport, Illinois, is the beneficiary of the Bike Tour for Cancer. The annual ride offers route options of 20, 30, 75 or 105 miles on lightly traveled roads in northwestern Illinois. Date: June 27, 2015.
( Alabama)
Bo Jackson leads this charity bike ride of 22 or 62 miles to raise funds for the Governor’s Emergency Relief Fund. The Heisman Trophy winner created the ride in response to the deadly tornado outbreak of April 2011. Starts on campus of Auburn University. Date: May 2, 2015.
Brain Injury Alliance (Connecticut)
This charity bike ride provides options of 62 miles or 25 miles to raise funds for the Brain Injury Alliance of Connecticut, which supports brain-injured clients and their families.
Cross-country bicycle tours raise funds for the James Miller MS Clinic in Charlottesville, VA. Four choices — Northern Tier, Southern Tier, TransAmerica and Tour Divide. Date: Tours begin late May and early June 2015.
California Bicycle Coalition
(formerly California by Bike Surf ‘n’ Turf Tour) is a California Bicycle Coalition sponsored ride that rolls down the coast from Santa Barbara to San Diego. Proceeds go to the Better Bikeways campaign, advocating for more funding and improved design for bikeways in California, and the Give Me 3 campaign, created to promote awareness of the Three Feet for Safety Act that went into effect in September 2014. Lodging, rest stops, SAG and mechanical support are provided. Dates: Oct. 30 – Nov. 4, 2015.)
(Pennsylvania)
The fund-raiser for the Heart Institute of Doylestown Hospital is based at New Hope-Solebury High School, located at 180 West Bridge Street in New Hope, PA. There will be four rides: 10 miles for kids and families, 25 miles for cycling enthusiasts and then 50 and 60 mile rides for serious cyclists through the scenic roads of Bucks County. Rest stops and SAG support are provided on all routes. Date: June 21, 2014 (No date for 2015; check website)
(New Hampshire)
This fund-raiser for (Boston-based with branches in New York and New Hampshire) starts and ends at Black Pond in Windsor, NH. Ride options of 25, 50 and 100 miles are available. Riders can ride individually or in teams. Discount registration offered through August. Date: Sept. 13, 2014. (No date for 2015; check website)
(WA)
Women Against Violence Everywhere is sponsoring this all-women’s cycling experience benefiting domestic violence programs in Washington State. Four rides to accommodate all levels: Little Sister -12 miles, Girly Girl – 25 miles, Middle Sister – 42 miles and the Burly Girl – 62 miles. Participants will be pampered with girly gift bags, sassy tees, plenty of food, mechanic support and a special spa stop to complete your day. Check out . Date: Sept. 20, 2015.
(Georgia, Florida, Alabama)
The 1,300-mile ride by the Deep South Cancer Foundation benefits the UAB Cancer Community Network. As registered riders complete the entire loop, they’ll be joined by participants from local hospital regions. Dates: Apirl 9 – May 3, 2015.
(San Diego)
is a 200-mile, 3-day tour along the southern California coast. Participants will ride alongside team members of Blind Stokers, a club that enables cycling enthusiasts to ride tandems even though their eyesight prevents them from piloting the bikes. Dates: July 19-20 2014. (No date for 2015; check website)
(Georgia)
Four bike rides — 75, 50, 30 and 15 miles — in the rolling hills of Baldwin County are part of the Deep Roots Festival in Milledgeville. Proceeds from the bike rides support Georgia Cancer Support, Community Gardens, Cafe Central and Live Healthy Baldwin/Bicycle Friendly Community. Registration at . Date: Oct. 18, 2014. (No date posted for 2015; check website)
Fargo-Moorhead Rotary Foundation (North Dakota/Minnesota)
supports the activities of the five Rotary clubs in Fargo, North Dakota, and Moorehead, Minnesota. Four ride options are Miracle Ride (10 miles), Rustad/Sabin Loop (33 miles), Comstock Loop (45 miles) and a Metric Century. Date: Sept. 12, 2015.
Franklin Land Trust (western Massachusetts)
supports land conservation measures western Massachusetts. Six bike route options on low-traffic roads are offered: 180K, 160K, 115K, 100K, 40-mile Green River Tour & 20 mile Family Ride. Date: Aug. 22, 2015
(Canada)
A 600km mass participation bike ride from Toronto to Montreal. Benefits Toronto People with AIDS Foundation. About 300 cyclists rode in 2011 and raised $1.237 million. Dates: July 26-31, 2015.
Cross-country bicycle ride from Atlantic City, NJ, to Astoria, OR, to raise money for Fuller Center for Housing, a nonprofit ecumencial Christian housing ministry to provide adequate housing for people in need. Riders will build homes along the way. Dates: June 10 to Aug. 14, 2014.
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(California)
Three bike ride options to raise money for the Memorial Hospital Triumph Fitness Program. Modesto. Date: Oct. 19, 2014 (No date for 2015; check website)
(California)
Three bike ride options through the countryside of Sonoma County — 102, 68 and 29 miles. Proceeds benefit the charitable projects of the Rotary Club of Santa Rosa. Date: June 27, 2015
Healing Nations (California)
— Sept. 27, 2014 (No date for 2015; check website) The century, 40-mile, 20-mile or a 5-mile loops start in Oakdale. The two longer rides wind through the Sierra foothills and pass through the Robert’s Ferry Covered Bridge near Waterford. A fund-raiser for , which works with at-risk youth in West Modesto.
Home Away Fund (Massachusetts)
is a one-day or two-day fund-raiser bike ride for the Home Away Fund which supports families that care for a child with epilepsy at Children’s Hospital Boston and UMass Memorial Children’s Medical Center. Participants can ride individually or as a team. Date: Aug. 22-23, 2015
Hot Hundred (Alabama)
(the hottest ride in the South) celebrated its 10th year in 2012 with five options — 28, 36, 51, 70 and 103 miles. Seven well-stocked rest stops along the route that includes the University of Alabama campus. Supports the Tuscaloosa (AL) Mental Health Task Force and advocacy efforts of the Druid City Bicycle Club. Date: July 25, 2015.
(North Carolina)
A 500-mile bike tour from Charlotte, NC, to Washington DC to support law enforcement officers and remember those who have died in the line of duty. Open to law enforcement personnel as well as the general public. Dates: May 9-13, 2015.
(Cary, North Carolina)
Women’s-only cycling event to raise money for cancer research. Distance options of 15 miles, 31.2 miles, or 62.4 miles. Benefits UNC Health Care and Livestrong Foundation. (Also see ) Date: Oct. 10, 2015.
(Illinois)
is a bike ride to raise funds to enable the Foundation to continue its education and preservation projects and environmental education. Three options are offered — 15, 40 or 62 miles. The $25 registration covers rest stop snacks, T-shirt and an after-party. Leaves from (Also see ) Date: Sept. 27, 2015.
(Westminster, MD)
The Eat a Peach Challenge Bike Ride is an annual event that raises money for the Brain Injury Association of Maryland. Westminster. Date: Aug. 9, 2014. (No date for 2015; check website)
(Massachusetts)
— This bike ride offers two route options — 25 and 50 miles — beginning at Wompatuck State Park and travels through the towns of Hingham, Cohasset, Scituate and Norwell. Raises funds for Alzheimer’s and Multiple Sclerosis research. Date — Oct. 4, 2014 (No date for 2015; check back at website)
(Puyallup, WA)
Six bike routes wind through Pierce County, covering distances of 10 to 75 miles. Benefits St. Leo Food Connection. Date: June 20, 2015.
Miller Children’s Hospital Long Beach (California)
— May 14, 2016 Options include a 5-mile Free Family Fun Ride, the picturesque 30-mile course on the bike paths and streets of Long Beach, the 62-mile through Long Beach to Newport Beach or the 100-mile Cruz Gran Fondo which loops through Long Beach then heads south down the Southern California Coast through Sunset Beach, Huntington Beach, Newport Beach and Laguna Beach. Benefits pediatric cancer research at Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital Long Beach.
National Life Group (Vermont)
— The ride raises funds and awareness for the Vermont Foodbank. Three options of 100, 50 or 25 miles. Starts at Harpoon Point Brewery in Windsor. Post ride party with showers, BBQ, entertainment and brews. Date: August. 8, 2015.
(Sacramento)
Join the for entry into the Flying Wheels Century and the Seattle to Portland Bicycle Classic. Team members raise $1,000 each for guaranteed entry into the two events, as well as training rides, lodging and food during STP, team gear and fund-raising prizes. enables outdoor adventures for those with disabilities. Dates: – May 30, 2015; – July 12, 2015.
(California)
— Oct. 2-8, 2016 A 550-mile bike ride from the East Bay to LA. The route heads east into Yosemite and Sequoia national parks ending up in Los Angeles. A fund-raiser to support the battle against childhood cancer.
(Massachusetts)
This is the nation’s biggest endurance sports fund-raiser; 5,500 cyclists raised $41 million for Boston’s Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in 2014. The bike-a-thon participants have a choice of nine different rides, including the original two-day Sturbridge to Provincetown route. Dates: Aug. 6-7, 2016.
A choice of 25-, 50-, or 75-mile bike rides through rolling Chester County farmland. Proceeds benefit the Pennsylvania Association for Sustainable Agriculture. Post ride lunch of locally grown foods and locally crafted beer. Starts and ends at Victory Brewing in Downington. Date: Sept. 21, 2014 (No 2015 date listed yet; check website)
(Montana)
The ride is a fund-raiser for programs of , who support neglected and abused children in Montana’s courts. Bicyclists will ride a new across-state, north-south route from Glacier National Park to Yellowstone National Park in 2012. The 418-mile ride in western Montana is fully supported and open to just 50 cyclists. Dates: September 2015 (Check back at website for specific date)
(St. Louis, MO)
The event raises money to fund cancer research at Siteman Cancer Center, Barnes-Jewish Hospital, Washington University School of Medicine and St. Louis Children’s Hospital. Options of 53 and 23 miles. Date: Sept. 26-27, 2015.
(San Diego, CA)
The event supports UC-San Diego Moores Cancer Center, Salk Institute, and Sanford Burnham Medical Research Institute. Dates: Sept.18-20, 2015.
Pedaling Paths to Independence (California)
— Feb. 28, 2015 Two options of 65 and 25 miles are offered for this ride that starts and ends in Linden. Includes post-ride meal. Proceeds go to Community Center for the Blind and the Visually Impaired.
(Ohio)
A major cancer fund-raiser ride for the Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center-James Cancer Hospital and Solove Research Institute. Six different ride options are offered for one or two days. All rides start in Columbus. Dates: August 5-7, 2016
(Penn.)
The 3rd Annual American Cancer Society PA Hope Ride rolls out from Hershey to Philadelphia, with an overnight at Kutztown University. The bike ride starts at the Hope Lodge of Central Pennsylvania in Hershey and ends at the AstraZeneca Hope Lodge near Philadelphia. Cyclists can join for one or two days. Fully supported with sag wagons, well-stocked rest and water stops, and volunteer mechanics. Dates: June 27-28, 2015
— Aug. 22, 2015 Four options offered for this bike ride that benefits the Saint Alphonsus Foundation. Four route options of 100, 68, 40 and 20 miles variously take back roads to scenic and historic destinations. Leaves from Fruitland.
Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis (PSC) (Mass)
raises money for PSC Partners Seeking a Cure. Features three days of bicycling on the island of Martha’s Vineyard off the southeastern coast of Massachusetts. Lodging at an Edgartown inn. Dates: Sept. 25-27, 2015
Refuge International (Texas)
in Gilmer, Texas, raises money for Refuge International, which develops programs providing adequate health care, nutrition, clean water and education in Central America. Bike ride options of 10, 20, 40 and 60 miles (100km). Date: April 18, 2015.
The Midwest’s only back-to-back century ride, the event brings together those living with HIV, LGBTQ advocates, amateur cyclists, and endurance athletes to raise funds for HIV services and celebrate human potential. Dates: July 9-10, 2016.
(New Jersey)
Raises funds and awareness for Autism New Jersey. Routes of 10 miles to 120 miles designed by the Jersey Shore Touring Society bicycle club. Starts at Brookdale Community College, Lindale, NJ. Date: June 13, 2015.
(Massachusetts)
Cyclist choose a bike ride option in southeastern Massachusetts (Foxboro) to raise funds for various children’s charities, including those that treat autism, brain injuries and other special needs. Also, see Facebook page. Date: September 20, 2014. (No date yet for 2015 ride; check website)
California — Young Survival Coalition is sponsoring a charity bike ride for young women diagnosed with breast cancer. The 3-day ride rolls out from Paso Robles to Point Mugu. Dates: Oct. 23-25, 2015
(Florida)
The bike tour to benefit the TREE Fund comes to Florida in 2015.. The ride starts in Orlando and ends in Fort Lauderdale. Plant trees and visit tree research locations. Fund-raiser for Tree Fund. . Dates: Oct. 25-31, 2015.
(Washington)
Three mileage options — 25, 50 and 105 miles — for this bike ride that benefits the Boys and Girls Clubs of Whatcom County. Starts in Bellingham and tours lakes and rivers while in sight of snow-capped Mount Baker. Date: July 18, 2015.
The bike ride features mileage options of 30, 40, 50 or 100 miles, as well as a flat 10-mile route for beginners. Rides start at either Greenbank Farm or Coupeville Middle/High School. Well-stocked rest stops are located about every 15 miles. Proceeds will go toward purchase of state-of-the-art imaging technology essential for minimally invasive surgical procedures on the knee, shoulder and hips at Whidbey General Hospital. Date: Sept. 19, 2015.
(Texas-Louisiana)
This is a fund-raiser for the American Red Cross that was routed to roll through areas damaged by Hurricane Katrina. Since that time, Hurricane Gustav and Hurricane Ike have wreaked havoc in that region. This is a bike tour that covers 526 miles in six days. That route goes from Humble to Beaumont to Cameron, La., Abbeville, La., to Morgan City, to Gonzalez, La., to New Orleans. Entry fee is $100; must raise an addition $2,500. Dates: May 3-8, 2015.
(Massachusetts, Connecticut)
This charity bike ride for treatment of Lou Gehrig’s disease — Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) — rolls out 270 miles from Newton, Mass., to Greenwich, Conn. Cyclists can ride all three days, or just one or two. Dates: July 26 – 28, 2015.
(Montana)
The charity bike ride is a fundraiser for several local charities in West Yellowstone, Montana. The National Park Service caps the ride at 350 participants for the 60-mile up and back ride to Old Faithful. The ride coincides National Public Lands Day, when no admission is required. Date: Sept. 19, 2015.
There are hundreds of local fund-raisers rides as well. In the Northwest and Pacific Coast, find the list of fund-raising rides among the calendars of bicycling events in California, Washington, Oregon and Idaho.
Let me know if I’ve missed anything, and I’ll include it on the list. See my email in upper right.
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