Ride Santa Barbara 100

  • Date Sat 18th October 2025
  • Time 7:00AM EST
  • Location Santa Barbara, California
  • Price Free - $116.54
  • Races 9 races
  • Distances Ultra

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating cycling adventure at the Ride Santa Barbara 100, returning for its 14th year on Saturday, October 18, 2025! Set against the stunning backdrop of Santa Barbara, this event features four unique race distances, catering to all cycling abilities. Choose from the challenging 100-mile route, the scenic 100 km climbs, the beautiful 100 km coastal route, or the more accessible 34-mile option. Each course begins at the picturesque Chase Palm Park, allowing cyclists to soak in breathtaking ocean views before venturing inland through Santa Barbara’s exclusive neighborhoods, citrus orchards, and famous mountain climbs.

All participants will enjoy a fully supported experience, including aid stations, mechanical support, and a vibrant Finish Line Festival complete with food and craft beer. Cyclists who conquer the Gibraltar Challenge will earn a special coin, while age group medals await those who complete the challenging climbs. Join us for a day filled with camaraderie, stunning scenery, and the thrill of competition at this beloved cycling event!

Organiser's Description

RIDE SANTA BARBARA RETURNS FOR ITS 14TH YEAR!

RideSB100 offers four distinct courses to suit a range of cycling abilities each course offering a world-class Santa Barbara cycling experience! male sign

All courses start along the beach and follow the beautiful Santa Barbara beachfront before turning inland to experience all Santa Barbara has to offer. Cyclists will wind through some of the most exclusive neighborhoods in the country; experience the rolling foothills lined with citrus and avocado orchards and climb some of the most famous mountains in the country, all while experiencing some of the most beautiful views in southern California.



ALL CYCLISTS WILL RECEIVE:

* Official 2025 RideSB100 t-shirt
* Official 2025 RideSB100 water bottle
* Official RideSB100 musette bag with sponsor goodies
* Fully supported aid stations
* Mechanical support
* Finish Line Festival with lots of food and beer
* All Gibraltar Challenge finishers will receive a coin at the top of the hill.
* Age group medals for Gibraltar Challenge
* Option to buy event Jersey $99; Bib Shorts $99
* And more!

All riders will receive an overall chip time and riders who participate in the Gibraltar Challenge will be ranked for the King and Queen of the Mountain (KOM/QOM) Jersey awards!



RIDES*



_100 MILE _

* Over 9,700 of climbing | Start Time: 7:00 AM
* RECOMMENDED FOR EXPERIENCED CYCLISTS ONLY
* Tackle a challenging ride that begins at Chase Palm Park, rolls through Carpinteria, and continues into the scenic Lake Casitas region. Climb Toro Canyon and Ladera Lane before testing your legs on the Gibraltar Climb Challenge, a timed 6.1-mile ascent with an 8% grade and over 2,500 ft of elevation gain. Descend, then join the 100KM Coastal Route along Cathedral Oaks through Isla Vista and past UCSB, finishing back at Chase Palm Park.
* Includes a timed hill climb segment up the famous Gibraltar Road with a KOM/QOM jersey awarded to the 1st place winners in each age group!
* For more information, go to ridesb100.com/100-mile/ [https://ridesb100.com/100-mile/]

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_100 KM + CLIMB _

* Over 6,600 ft. of climbing | Start Time: 7:30 AM
* RECOMMENDED FOR EXPERIENCED CYCLISTS ONLY
* Covering 64 miles of Santa Barbaras most stunning terrain, this route begins at Chase Palm Park and heads south along the coast to Carpinteria. Tackle the Toro Canyon Climb (5.3% grade) and the steep Ladera Lane (10.9% grade), then test your mettle on the Gibraltar Climb: a 6.1-mile ascent with an 8% grade and a 2,551 ft elevation gain. After summiting Gibraltar, descend via the technical Painted Cave route, continue west along Riberia Drive through the serene Hope Ranch community, and return to a well-earned finish at Chase Palm Park.
* Includes a timed hill climb segment up the famous Gibraltar Road with a KOM/QOM jersey awarded to the 1st place winners in each age group!
* For more information, go to ridesb100.com/100km-climb/ [https://ridesb100.com/100km-climb/]



_100 KM COASTAL ROUTE _

* 4,000 ft. of climbing | Start Time: 7:30 AM
* RECOMMENDED FOR INTERMEDIATE TO EXPERIENCED CYCLISTS ONLY
* Covering 64 miles of Santa Barbaras finest scenery, this route begins at Chase Palm Park and heads south along the coast to Carpinteria. Challenge yourself on the Toro Canyon Climb (5.3% grade) and steep Ladera Lane (10.9% grade), then descend toward the historic Old Mission Santa Barbara. From there, ride west through Isla Vista, take in breathtaking coastal views at Goleta Beach, pass the University of California, Santa Barbara, and finish back at Chase Palm Park.
* For more information, go to ridesb100.com/100km-coastal/ [https://ridesb100.com/100km-coastal/]



_34 MILES _

* Over 2,200 ft. of climbing | Start Time: 8:30 AM
* BEGINNER TO INTERMEDIATE LEVEL CYCLISTS
* Enjoy a stunning start along the coastline from Chase Palm Park before heading inland to San Ysidro Road. Tackle a gentle ascent on Mountain Drive (max 5.1% grade), then roll past the historic Old Mission Santa Barbara. Continue west along Riberia Drive through the serene Hope Ranch community and finish back at Chase Palm Park. Perfect for those seeking Santa Barbaras natural charm with just the right amount of challenge.
* For more information, go to ridesb100.com/34-mile/ [https://ridesb100.com/34-mile/]

_*Event details and courses are subject to change. _



CHARITY

Ride to benefit MOVE Santa Barbara County [https://movesbcounty.org/]! Help us raise needed donations and awareness for the great work theyre doing in Santa Barbara County. The mission of MOVE is to advocate for equitable county-wide infrastructure for walking, bicycling, and public transit and to empower and educate communities to choose active and sustainable forms of transportation.



REFUND POLICY

All entry fees are NON-REFUNDABLE, no exceptions. Once we receive and accept your entry, you will not receive a refund if you cannot participate. You may do a one-time entry transfer to another event, person or year for $15.

For more information, visit our website ridesb100.com or e-mail our team at [email protected].



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Races

  • 100 Mile

    Incl. $7.54 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 18th October 2025 (7:00AM EDT)

    $116.54

    OPENS SOON
    Over 9,700 of climbing | Start Time: 7:00 AM Recommended for experienced cyclists only Tackle a challenging ride that begins at Chase Palm Park, rolls through Carpinteria, and continues into the scenic Lake Casitas region. Climb Toro Canyon and Ladera Lane before testing your legs on the Gibraltar Climb Challenge, a timed 6.1-mile ascent with an 8% grade and over 2,500 ft of elevation gain. Descend, then join the 100KM Coastal Route along Cathedral Oaks through Isla Vista and past UCSB, finishing back at Chase Palm Park. Includes a timed hill climb segment up the famous Gibraltar Road with a KOM/QOM jersey awarded to the 1st place winners in each age group! For more information, go to ridesb100.com/100-mile/
  • 100 KM + Climb

    Incl. $7.54 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 18th October 2025 (7:30AM EDT)

    $116.54

    OPENS SOON
    Over 6,600 ft. of climbing | Start Time: 7:30 AM Recommended for experienced cyclists only Covering 64 miles of Santa Barbaras most stunning terrain, this route begins at Chase Palm Park and heads south along the coast to Carpinteria. Tackle the Toro Canyon Climb (5.3% grade) and the steep Ladera Lane (10.9% grade), then test your mettle on the Gibraltar Climb: a 6.1-mile ascent with an 8% grade and a 2,551 ft elevation gain. After summiting Gibraltar, descend via the technical Painted Cave route, continue west along Riberia Drive through the serene Hope Ranch community, and return to a well-earned finish at Chase Palm Park. Includes a timed hill climb segment up the famous Gibraltar Road with a KOM/QOM jersey awarded to the 1st place winners in each age group! For more information, go to ridesb100.com/100km-climb/
  • 100 KM Coastal Route

    Incl. $6.94 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 18th October 2025 (7:30AM EDT)

    $105.94

    OPENS SOON
    4,000 ft. of climbing | Start Time: 7:30 AM Recommended for intermediate to experienced cyclists only Covering 64 miles of Santa Barbaras finest scenery, this route begins at Chase Palm Park and heads south along the coast to Carpinteria. Challenge yourself on the Toro Canyon Climb (5.3% grade) and steep Ladera Lane (10.9% grade), then descend toward the historic Old Mission Santa Barbara. From there, ride west through Isla Vista, take in breathtaking coastal views at Goleta Beach, pass the University of California, Santa Barbara, and finish back at Chase Palm Park. For more information, go to ridesb100.com/100km-coastal/
  • 34 Mile Ride

    Incl. $4.54 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 18th October 2025 (8:30AM EDT)

    $63.54

    OPENS SOON
    Over 2,200 ft. of climbing | Start Time: 8:30 AM Beginner to intermediate level cyclists Enjoy a stunning start along the coastline from Chase Palm Park before heading inland to San Ysidro Road. Tackle a gentle ascent on Mountain Drive (max 5.1% grade), then roll past the historic Old Mission Santa Barbara. Continue west along Riberia Drive through the serene Hope Ranch community and finish back at Chase Palm Park. Perfect for those seeking Santa Barbaras natural charm with just the right amount of challenge. For more information, go to ridesb100.com/34-mile/
  • Tandem - Second Rider

    Incl. $5.74 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 18th October 2025 (7:30AM EDT)

    $84.74

    OPENS SOON
  • Charity 100 Mile - $300 Fundraising Commitment

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Sat 18th October 2025 (7:00AM EDT)

    Free

    OPENS SOON
    Get a free entry to the 100 Mile ride by fundraising a minimum of $300 toward the MOVE Santa Barbara County! Once you have raised all of the $300, you will receive your free entry! If you have not raised the full commitment, we ask that you fulfill the difference or purchase a regular entry.
  • Charity 100 KM + Climb - $300 Fundraising Commitment

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Sat 18th October 2025 (7:30AM EDT)

    Free

    OPENS SOON
    Get a free entry to the 100 KM + Climb ride by fundraising a minimum of $300 toward the MOVE Santa Barbara County! Once you have raised all of the $300, you will receive your free entry! If you have not raised the full commitment, we ask that you fulfill the difference or purchase a regular entry.
  • Charity 100 KM Coastal - $300 Fundraising Commitment

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Sat 18th October 2025 (7:30AM EDT)

    Free

    OPENS SOON
    Get a free entry to the 100 KM Coastal ride by fundraising a minimum of $300 toward the MOVE Santa Barbara County! Once you have raised all of the $300, you will receive your free entry! If you have not raised the full commitment, we ask that you fulfill the difference or purchase a regular entry.
  • Charity 34 Mile - $300 Fundraising Commitment

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Sat 18th October 2025 (8:30AM EDT)

    Free

    OPENS SOON
    Get a free entry to the 34 Mile ride by fundraising a minimum of $300 toward the MOVE Santa Barbara County! Once you have raised all of the $300, you will receive your free entry! If you have not raised the full commitment, we ask that you fulfill the difference or purchase a regular entry.

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Chase Palm Park, 323 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, 93101, CA, United States

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