2026 Forest City Cycling Challenge
- Date Sun 7th June 2026
- Location London, ON
- Price $104.75 - $131.73
- Races 5 races
- Distances 5km, Ultra
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of cycling at the 2026 Forest City Cycling Challenge on Sunday, June 7, 2026! Held in the picturesque surroundings of London, Middlesex, this exciting event invites cyclists of all skill levels to participate in a variety of paved road routes, including 25km, 50km, 100km, and 160km options, along with a thrilling 10km mountain biking course at Boler Mountain.
Participants will enjoy a fantastic registration package featuring a custom event water bottle, hydration stations, light breakfast snacks, and a delicious hot lunch at the finish line, complete with a complimentary drink. Not only will you ride through beautiful landscapes, but you'll also have the chance to contribute to a great cause, as the event proudly supports St. Joseph's Health Care Foundation. Don’t miss out on the chance to earn exciting fundraising incentives while creating unforgettable memories with fellow cycling enthusiasts. Sign up before May 1, 2026, to receive a free custom dri-fit t-shirt! Join us for this incredible cycling celebration and make a difference in your community!
Participants will enjoy a fantastic registration package featuring a custom event water bottle, hydration stations, light breakfast snacks, and a delicious hot lunch at the finish line, complete with a complimentary drink. Not only will you ride through beautiful landscapes, but you'll also have the chance to contribute to a great cause, as the event proudly supports St. Joseph's Health Care Foundation. Don’t miss out on the chance to earn exciting fundraising incentives while creating unforgettable memories with fellow cycling enthusiasts. Sign up before May 1, 2026, to receive a free custom dri-fit t-shirt! Join us for this incredible cycling celebration and make a difference in your community!
Organiser's Description
The 6th Annual
Forest City Cycling ChallengeThe Forest City Cycling Challenge consists of four (all paved) road routes (25/50/100/160km) and a mountain biking route (Boler's 10km MTB course), starting and finishing at Boler Mountain in Byron (689 Griffith Street, London, Ontario - on the west side of London).Routes can be found here: 2026 (DRAFT) routes on RideWithGPSRegistration includes:Event swag, including a custom event water bottle.Hydration, coffee and light breakfast snacks at the start.The ride/route of your choice.Rest stops with washrooms, food, water and hydration.Hot lunch and one beer (or non-alcoholic drink for those not of legal drinking age) at the finish.Fundraising incentives at various levels (see below).Photographs of the event and participants.Sign up before May 1, 2026 and receive a custom event dri-fit t-shirt at no cost!For more information (including route maps), please visit our website, ridelondon.ca.Follow us on social media (Facebook, Instagram) and check our website for updates as they become available.FCCC proudly supports St. Joseph's Health Care Foundation.FundraisingWhile individual fundraising is not mandatory as part of the event, it is certainly encouraged and there are incentives available for those who choose to do so. These are as follows (all fundraising totals are as of midnight on Thursday June 4, 2026):$500+ to receive a $50 local bike store gift card.
[Donated by The Trek Store and To Wheels.]$800+ to receive a custom event cycling jersey.$1,500+ to receive a pair of custom event cycling bib shorts.
Top fundraiser will receive a $750 gift card for a local bike shop (Gremlins Bicycle Emporium).Second-highest fundraiser will receive a Wahoo Trackr radar/taillight.
[Donated by Ontario Speech & Language Services.]Third-highest fundraiser will receive a two-night stay at Tailwinds Bed & Breakfast.
[Donated by Tailwinds Bed & Breakfast.]Fourth-highest fundraiser will receive a $100 gift card to a local restaurant of their choice.Registration Change and Cancellation Policy:Unfortunately, we are unable to refund fees or transfer registrations to another rider once you have completed the registration process. You can change between the 50km and MTB routes without cost, and between the 100km and 160km routes without cost, but please inform us if you do so, so that we know how many people to expect at the rest stops. To make a change, please contact us.Remember:
All-in pricing! No additional fees will be added at checkout.
Forest City Cycling ChallengeThe Forest City Cycling Challenge consists of four (all paved) road routes (25/50/100/160km) and a mountain biking route (Boler's 10km MTB course), starting and finishing at Boler Mountain in Byron (689 Griffith Street, London, Ontario - on the west side of London).Routes can be found here: 2026 (DRAFT) routes on RideWithGPSRegistration includes:Event swag, including a custom event water bottle.Hydration, coffee and light breakfast snacks at the start.The ride/route of your choice.Rest stops with washrooms, food, water and hydration.Hot lunch and one beer (or non-alcoholic drink for those not of legal drinking age) at the finish.Fundraising incentives at various levels (see below).Photographs of the event and participants.Sign up before May 1, 2026 and receive a custom event dri-fit t-shirt at no cost!For more information (including route maps), please visit our website, ridelondon.ca.Follow us on social media (Facebook, Instagram) and check our website for updates as they become available.FCCC proudly supports St. Joseph's Health Care Foundation.FundraisingWhile individual fundraising is not mandatory as part of the event, it is certainly encouraged and there are incentives available for those who choose to do so. These are as follows (all fundraising totals are as of midnight on Thursday June 4, 2026):$500+ to receive a $50 local bike store gift card.
[Donated by The Trek Store and To Wheels.]$800+ to receive a custom event cycling jersey.$1,500+ to receive a pair of custom event cycling bib shorts.
Top fundraiser will receive a $750 gift card for a local bike shop (Gremlins Bicycle Emporium).Second-highest fundraiser will receive a Wahoo Trackr radar/taillight.
[Donated by Ontario Speech & Language Services.]Third-highest fundraiser will receive a two-night stay at Tailwinds Bed & Breakfast.
[Donated by Tailwinds Bed & Breakfast.]Fourth-highest fundraiser will receive a $100 gift card to a local restaurant of their choice.Registration Change and Cancellation Policy:Unfortunately, we are unable to refund fees or transfer registrations to another rider once you have completed the registration process. You can change between the 50km and MTB routes without cost, and between the 100km and 160km routes without cost, but please inform us if you do so, so that we know how many people to expect at the rest stops. To make a change, please contact us.Remember:
All-in pricing! No additional fees will be added at checkout.
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2026 Forest City Cycling Challenge