Capital City Century
- Date Sat 13th September 2025
- Time 7:00AM CDT
- Location Sherman, Illinois
- Price Free - $67.45
- Races 6 races
- Distances Ultra
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of cycling at the 53rd Capital City Century (CCC), taking place on Saturday, September 13, 2025, in Sherman, Sangamon. This exciting road riding event is perfect for cyclists of all skill levels, offering a variety of distances including 20, 40, 62, and 100 miles. Riders will embark on beautifully scenic routes, starting and finishing at the Sherman Athletic Club, as they explore the picturesque Heritage Route 66 Multiuse Trail and venture into the tranquil countryside on low-traffic roads.
For 2025, participants can expect new routes heading east towards the Richardson Clubhouse near Buffalo Hart, where a main rest stop awaits. Cyclists can also opt for the thrilling gravel routes, featuring three loops of over 30 miles each, perfect for those who love to ride the roads less traveled. Enjoy mechanical support before the ride and at rest stops, and celebrate your achievement with a complimentary post-ride meal and beverage at the Sherman Athletic Club. Mark your calendars for this fantastic cycling event that promises fun, camaraderie, and a celebration of the cycling community!
For 2025, participants can expect new routes heading east towards the Richardson Clubhouse near Buffalo Hart, where a main rest stop awaits. Cyclists can also opt for the thrilling gravel routes, featuring three loops of over 30 miles each, perfect for those who love to ride the roads less traveled. Enjoy mechanical support before the ride and at rest stops, and celebrate your achievement with a complimentary post-ride meal and beverage at the Sherman Athletic Club. Mark your calendars for this fantastic cycling event that promises fun, camaraderie, and a celebration of the cycling community!
Organiser's Description
2025 RIDER GUIDE NOW AVAILABLE
2025 CCC Rider Guide [https://www.springfieldbicycleclub.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/2025-Rider-Guide.pdf]
JOIN US FOR THE 53RD CAPITAL CITY CENTURY!
Mark your calendar for Saturday, September 13, 2025 for the 53rd Capital City Century (CCC)! This road riding event is brought to you by the Springfield (IL) Bicycle Club [https://spfldcycling.org/]and offers something for all levels of cyclists.
ABOUT THE RIDE
All routes start and finish at the Sherman Athletic Club, where you will head out on the Heritage Route 66 Multiuse Trail. All routes venture out into the surrounding country on low-trafficked roads.
NEW ROUTES FOR 2025
After two years of heading north, riders will head east and make their way to the Richardson Clubhouse near the town of Buffalo Hart, which will serve as the main rest stop. 20-mile riders will then return to Sherman, and 40-, 62- and 100-mile riders can select from several looped routes that will return to the rest stop. Routes will be marked and GPS files will be provided closer to the event.
2025 ROAD ROUTES
https://ridewithgps.com/events/398687-2025-capital-city-century-road-routes
2025 GRAVEL ROUTES
https://ridewithgps.com/events/398688-2025-capital-city-century-gravel-routes
WE'RE BRINGING BACK GRAVEL!!!!
Love to ride the roads "less traveled"? Choose the gravel option! Three loops of 30+- miles each will take you on some of the rougher roads in the area.
PACKET PICKUP
Packet Pickup will be held at the Sherman Athletic Club, 300 South First Street, Sherman, IL
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2025
4-7 PM
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2025
6AM until ride start
POST RIDE
Celebrate the completion of your ride with a post-ride meal. All registered riders receive a meal ticket and one beverage (choice of wine, beer or soda) from the bar at the Sherman Athletic Club.
TIMING
The Capital City Century is not a race, but all riders will be timed. All timing ends at 3PM.
MECHANICAL SUPPORT
Local bike mechanics will be available at the Sherman Athletic Club before the ride, as well as at one of the rest stops to assist with minor mechanical issues.
VOLUNTEER
There are many opportunities to volunteer at the Capital City Century. Volunteers receive a t-shirt and a comped entry into the 2026 Capital City Century.
2025 CCC Rider Guide [https://www.springfieldbicycleclub.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/2025-Rider-Guide.pdf]
JOIN US FOR THE 53RD CAPITAL CITY CENTURY!
Mark your calendar for Saturday, September 13, 2025 for the 53rd Capital City Century (CCC)! This road riding event is brought to you by the Springfield (IL) Bicycle Club [https://spfldcycling.org/]and offers something for all levels of cyclists.
ABOUT THE RIDE
All routes start and finish at the Sherman Athletic Club, where you will head out on the Heritage Route 66 Multiuse Trail. All routes venture out into the surrounding country on low-trafficked roads.
NEW ROUTES FOR 2025
After two years of heading north, riders will head east and make their way to the Richardson Clubhouse near the town of Buffalo Hart, which will serve as the main rest stop. 20-mile riders will then return to Sherman, and 40-, 62- and 100-mile riders can select from several looped routes that will return to the rest stop. Routes will be marked and GPS files will be provided closer to the event.
2025 ROAD ROUTES
https://ridewithgps.com/events/398687-2025-capital-city-century-road-routes
2025 GRAVEL ROUTES
https://ridewithgps.com/events/398688-2025-capital-city-century-gravel-routes
WE'RE BRINGING BACK GRAVEL!!!!
Love to ride the roads "less traveled"? Choose the gravel option! Three loops of 30+- miles each will take you on some of the rougher roads in the area.
PACKET PICKUP
Packet Pickup will be held at the Sherman Athletic Club, 300 South First Street, Sherman, IL
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2025
4-7 PM
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2025
6AM until ride start
POST RIDE
Celebrate the completion of your ride with a post-ride meal. All registered riders receive a meal ticket and one beverage (choice of wine, beer or soda) from the bar at the Sherman Athletic Club.
TIMING
The Capital City Century is not a race, but all riders will be timed. All timing ends at 3PM.
MECHANICAL SUPPORT
Local bike mechanics will be available at the Sherman Athletic Club before the ride, as well as at one of the rest stops to assist with minor mechanical issues.
VOLUNTEER
There are many opportunities to volunteer at the Capital City Century. Volunteers receive a t-shirt and a comped entry into the 2026 Capital City Century.
Races
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100 Mile
Incl. $2.45 Fee & Long Sleeve T-Shirt
Sat 13th September 2025 (7:00AM CDT)
$67.45
CLOSED -
62 Mile
Incl. $2.30 Fee & Long Sleeve T-Shirt
Sat 13th September 2025 (7:30AM CDT)
$62.30
CLOSED -
50 Mile Scout Ride
Sat 13th September 2025 (8:00AM CDT)
Free
CLOSED -
40 Mile
Incl. $2.15 Fee & Long Sleeve T-Shirt
Sat 13th September 2025 (8:00AM CDT)
$57.15
CLOSED -
20 Mile
Incl. $1.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 13th September 2025 (8:30AM CDT)
$41.70
CLOSED -
Gravel Option
Incl. $2.30 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 13th September 2025 (7:00AM CDT)
$62.30
CLOSEDWe're bringing back the gravel option! Pick your distance using a loop format with a choice of 3 loops at 30+- each. All loops circle back to the main rest stop.
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