Great American Ride
- Date Sat 4th April 2026 - Fri 5th June 2026
- Location Virtual Event
- Price $54.50
- Races 1 race
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the Great American Ride, taking place from April 4th to June 5th, 2026, in Henrico, Richmond. This exciting virtual team bike ride spans an impressive 3,700 miles, following the route of the Great American Rail-Trail, which is over 54% complete and aims to connect 12 states from Washington State to the District of Columbia.
Whether you're a seasoned cyclist or just looking for a fun challenge, gather your team of 4, 8, or 12 riders and embark on this incredible journey from the comfort of your own home. Each day, you'll log your miles and watch your team's progress in real-time as you move across the map. Along the way, you'll discover fascinating facts and highlights about the various locations you "ride past," making each mile an adventure. Join the #GARIDE for a unique blend of camaraderie, competition, and exploration that you won't want to miss!
Whether you're a seasoned cyclist or just looking for a fun challenge, gather your team of 4, 8, or 12 riders and embark on this incredible journey from the comfort of your own home. Each day, you'll log your miles and watch your team's progress in real-time as you move across the map. Along the way, you'll discover fascinating facts and highlights about the various locations you "ride past," making each mile an adventure. Join the #GARIDE for a unique blend of camaraderie, competition, and exploration that you won't want to miss!
Organiser's Description
The Great American Ride is a 3,700-mile virtual team bike ride along the route of the Great American Rail-Trailtrade mark, a developing trail that is more than 54% complete and will one day connect over thousands of miles and 12 states between Washington State and the District of Columbia. Were combining the camaraderie of team cycling with the fun and sightseeing of a long-distance solo ride. The #GARIDE is a journey that you can experience from whatever corner of the world you call home.
Gather your team of 4, 8, or 12 riders and chip away at the miles as a group. At the end of each day, youll report your progress and watch your team dot move across the map in real time while the race leaderboard will update to show the overall standings! And to make the miles even more fun, well send you facts and highlights about the locations you ride past along the way.
Gather your team of 4, 8, or 12 riders and chip away at the miles as a group. At the end of each day, youll report your progress and watch your team dot move across the map in real time while the race leaderboard will update to show the overall standings! And to make the miles even more fun, well send you facts and highlights about the locations you ride past along the way.
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2026 Great American Ride
Incl. $4.50 Fee & Unisex Short Sleeve Shirt
$54.50
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