Ride the Rivers
- Date Sat 3rd October 2026
- Time 6:00AM CDT
- Location St. Louis, Missouri
- Price $138.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances Ultra
Event summary
Riders will enjoy smooth trail connections, breathtaking river vistas, and plenty of delicious refreshments at every rest stop to keep the energy high. After conquering the ride, participants can celebrate their achievements with a hearty lunch from Amighetti's, along with ice-cold Perennial Artisan Ales and Fitz's soda in the inviting shade of the Spanish Lake pavilions. Whether you're a seasoned cyclist or a casual rider, Ride the Rivers is the perfect opportunity to enjoy a day of adventure, camaraderie, and beautiful landscapes. Don't miss out on this amazing event!
Organiser's Description
Were launching from a beautiful new home base: Spanish Lake Park, one of North St. Louis Countys most historic and scenic parks. This years refreshed routes take riders along the St. Louis Riverfront Trail, across the Mississippi via the McKinley Bridge, and into Illinois for scenic miles on the Madison County Transit trail system. Along the way, riders can expect river views, smooth trail connections, wide-open Metro East riding, and plenty of real food at every rest stop. After your ride, enjoy a celebratory lunch from Amighetti's, ice-cold Perennial Artisan Ales, and Fitzs soda and root beer in the shade of the Spanish Lake pavilions. You earned it!
NEW ROUTES!
CENTURY RIDE:
This years Century route offers a fresh take on Ride the Rivers, sending riders along the beautiful St. Louis Riverfront Trail, across the Mississippi via the McKinley Bridge, and into Illinois for a memorable day on the Madison County Transit trail system. With closures affecting the I-370 and Chain of Rocks bridges, and no Grafton ferry crossing available this year, the route focuses on Mississippi River views, smooth trail connections, and wide-open Metro East riding. Riders can look forward to a scenic, well-supported century ride with riverfront energy, Illinois trail miles, and a classic long-distance adventure.
METRIC CENTURY:
This years Metric Century highlights some of the best riding on both sides of the river, beginning similarly to our Century ride, with scenic miles along the St. Louis Riverfront Trail before crossing the Mississippi via the McKinley Bridge. This redesigned route avoids north county bridge closures while connecting riders to the beautiful Madison County Transit trail system. Instead of the Grafton ferry or Chain of Rocks connection, riders will enjoy Mississippi River views, relaxed trail miles, and a memorable, well-supported ride through the Metro East.
Packet Pick ups:
Monday, Sept. 28, 3-6 p.m. - Wheelhouse Bicycle [https://wheelhousebicycle.com] 770 N New Ballas Rd, Creve Coeur, MO 63141
Wednesday, Sept. 30, 4-7 p.m. - Perennial on the Trail [https://www.perennialbeer.com/perennial-on-the-trail/] 801 S. Holmes Ave, St. Louis, MO 63122
Friday, Oct. 2, 10:30 a.m.-5 p.m. - Trailnet Office (downtown) 1115 Locust St. Unit 300 - call when you arrive (314) 455-6329 and we'll come down to let you in!
Races
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Metric Century
Incl. $8.80 Fee & Trailnet Ride the Rivers Socks - Limited Edition!
Sat 3rd October 2026 (6:00AM CDT)
$138.80
CLOSED -
Full Century
Incl. $8.80 Fee & Trailnet Ride the Rivers Socks - Limited Edition!
Sat 3rd October 2026 (6:00AM CDT)
$138.80
CLOSED
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12500 Spanish Pond Road, St. Louis, MO 63138, St. Louis, 63138, MO, United States
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