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THE SARASOTA MANATEE BICYCLE CLUB STRIVES TO BE THE PREMIER CYCLING CLUB IN THE SARASOTA REGION. WE WILL FOSTER A VIBRANT AND INCLUSIVE ENVIRONMENT WHERE MEMBERS OF ALL AGES AND ABILITIES CAN ENJOY THE SPORT, BUILD FRIENDSHIPS, INCREASE THEIR CYCLING KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS, AND BE GREAT STEWARDS WITHIN OUR COMMUNITY.

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CycleFest 2026

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CycleFest 2026
Join us for the 50th Anniversary Celebration of CycleFest!
Experience scenic, custom-designed routes through Sarasota and Manatee Counties while supporting local bicycle charities. We extend our deepest gratitude to our 50th Anniversary sponsors! Click any logo below to check out their business, leave a review, and support the local sponsors who make our ride and donations to charity possible.
Lead Sponsor Goodwill Manasota

Hosted by Sarasota Manatee Bicycle Club

"Come for the Fun and Friendships!"

CycleFest 50th Anniversary Hosted by Sarasota Manatee Bicycle Club
Lead Sponsor Ryder Bikes
FEATURED DRAWING: WIN A $2,500 RYDER BIKES GIFT CERTIFICATE! Every Cyclefest registration includes one automatic entry into the $2,500 Gift Certificate Drawing, donated 100% by Ryder Bikes! See full details below.
GOODWILL DONATION DRIVE AT CYCLEFEST! Remember to bring your bike, shoes, and helmet—plus any household items lying around to donate at the Goodwill tent and drop box on site!

When & Where

Date: Sunday, Nov 15, 2026

Location: Main St, Lakewood Ranch

Departure Times:

 

Registration Opens June 30th, 2026 at 2:00 PM

$60 Early Bird (June 30th - Oct 1st)
$65 Standard (Oct 2nd - Oct 31st)
$70 After Oct 31st
*Includes light breakfast, lunch, rest stops, full SAG support, and a spiffy commemorative cap!

Pre-Ride / Rest Stop / Post-Ride Fuel

Registration includes a light breakfast and delicious sub lunch after the ride. Lunch will be served until 1:00PM. Please choose the route that will get you back in time to enjoy the meal with friends. Please select lunch choice during registration:

• Roast Beef • Turkey & Provolone • Vegetarian • Gluten-Free Turkey & Provolone

Official CycleFest 2026 Fuel Partners
Amrita Health Foods (Nut-free protein bars) • David Protein Bars (Optimal protein) • JIMMYBAR! (Functional protein fuel) • Ready® (20g protein bars) • Taiyo Munch (Allergen-free snacks) • TRUBAR (Plant-protein bars)

$2,500 Ryder Bikes Gift Certificate Drawing — Official Rules

Registration for Cyclefest includes one (1) automatic entry into the $2,500 Ryder Bikes Gift Certificate Drawing. NO PURCHASE OR RIDE REGISTRATION NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A purchase or registration will not increase your chances of winning. Open to the public. Non-participants may enter for free on event day (November 15, 2026) by visiting the CycleFest Info Booth at Main Street - Lakewood Ranch between 7:00 AM and 12:30 PM to be added to the drawing. Limit one (1) entry per person.

Drawing Details: Hosted by Sarasota Manatee Bicycle Club, Inc., PO Box 15053, Sarasota, FL 34277. Prize (FMV: $2,500) donated 100% by Ryder Bikes. The winner will be selected via random electronic drawing on November 15, 2026, at 1:00 PM at Main Street - Lakewood Ranch. Entrants do not need to be present to win.

Date and Time

Sunday, November 15, 2026, 8:00 AM until 2:30 PM

Location

Main Street at Lakewood Ranch
8100 Main Street
Lakewood Ranch, FL  34202
USA
941.730.0201

Event Contact(s)

Antonio Hamilton
2026 50th CycleFest Event Coordinator

Category

Special Rides

Registration Info

Registration is required before Sunday, November 15, 2026 at 12:00 PM
Payment In Full In Advance Only
- Helmets must be worn by all riders while cycling.
- CycleFest will proceed as scheduled, rain or shine. No refunds.
- If you are not 18 the day of the ride, you must provide a waiver signed by your responsible adult. The waiver is available when you answer the questions on the registration form.
Registration modifications are permitted until Sunday, November 15, 2026 at 12:01 AM

Capacity

850 Total Slots
535 Available Slot(s)

Number of People Who Will Attend

Non-members *
$65.00
Guest of a non-member
$65.00
* This can be your primary registrant type. Only one primary registrant type is allowed per registration.
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