Route 66 Ride powered by Bicycle Illinois

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From Bicycle Illinois

  • Date Sat 19th September 2026 - Sat 26th September 2026
  • Time 7:00AM EDT
  • Location St Louis
  • Price Free
  • Races 1 race

Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable journey with the Route 66 Ride powered by Bicycle Illinois! Taking place from September 19th to September 26th, 2026, this exciting week-long cycling tour starts in the vibrant city of St. Louis and winds its way to the iconic Chicagoland area. Cyclists will have the unique opportunity to pedal along the historic Old Route 66, exploring the scenic beauty of quaint Midwestern towns, open farmland, and classic roadside attractions that make this route legendary.

Designed for cyclists of all levels, the Route 66 Ride features gentle terrain and lightly traveled roads, ensuring a relaxed yet rewarding adventure. Riders will experience the nostalgic charm of the Mother Road, complete with vintage gas stations, diners, and glowing neon signs that celebrate America’s golden age of travel. This fully supported tour includes comfortable hotel accommodations, making it the ideal way to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Route 66 and America’s 250th birthday. Join Bicycle Illinois for this remarkable cycling experience and stay tuned for more details and registration information as the event approaches!

Route 66 Ride powered by Bicycle Illinois

Sat 19th September 2026 - Sat 26th September 2026

A bicycle is parked in front of a large "Illinois US 66" historical route sign, surrounded by greenery and a walking path on a sunny day.

Organiser's Description

Introducing the new Route 66 Ride!

Route 66 is Bicycle Illinois's newest week long cycling tour from the St. Louis area to Chicagoland along the legendary Old Route 66!

Experience the Mother Road on Two Wheels
Pedal along historic Route 66 from St. Louis to Chicago and discover a scenic journey through quaint Midwestern towns, open farmland, and classic roadside attractions. Follow the nostalgic charm of the Mother Road, where vintage gas stations, diners, museums, and glowing neon signs bring America’s golden age of travel to life.

With its gentle terrain and lightly traveled roads, this route offers a relaxed yet rewarding cycling adventure. Every mile reveals a blend of Americana history, local hospitality, and the timeless satisfaction of riding a truly legendary road.

Join us for this fully supported, all-hotel tour - the perfect way to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Route 66 and America’s 250th birthday in unforgettable cycling style!

Stay tuned - more details and registration information will become available as our plans continue to progress!

Races

  • Route 66

    Free

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St Louis, MO, United States

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