Ride Santa Barbara

Independent event

🪅 Festival
⛰️ Scenic
🪣 Bucket List Event
🏆 Prizes
Event Date

Oct 18, 2025

Location

Santa Barbara,CA

Discipline

Road

About

Conquer iconic climbs and coastal vistas in Santa Barbara’s premier cycling challenge.

The 14th Annual Ride Santa Barbara 100, held on October 18, 2025, invites cyclists of all abilities to experience the breathtaking coastal and mountain landscapes of Santa Barbara. Benefiting MOVE Santa Barbara County, the event offers four distinct routes—34 mile, 100 KM coastal, 100 KM + climb challenge, and 100 mile—each tailored to different skill levels, from beginners to seasoned riders. Enjoy stunning scenery, iconic climbs like Gibraltar Road, and festive finish line celebrations, all while supporting a great cause.

COURSE DETAILS

100 Mile: 100 mi course featuring ~10,000 ft elevation gain, highlights the challenging Gibraltar Road ascent (6.1 mi, 8% grade).

100 KM + Climb Challenge: 62 mi with 6,600 ft of climbing and includes a timed Gibraltar Road hill climb for KOM/QOM jerseys.

100 KM Coastal Route: 62 mi covering 4,000 ft gain with rolling foothills and coastal roads.

34 Mile Ride: 34 mi with 2,200 ft elevation gain, beginner-friendly, traversing mixed terrain.

Race HIGHLIGHTS

  • The iconic Gibraltar Road Climb (6.1 miles, 8% avg grade)
  • Timed segment for King/Queen of the Mountain (KOM/QOM) jerseys
  • Four route options to suit all abilities: 100 mi, 100 KM + Climb, 100 KM Coastal, and 34 mi
  • Finish Line Festival with food, beer garden, and live celebration
  • Custom event t-shirt, water bottle, and commemorative swag for participants

RIDE TYPES

Century Rides
Gran Fondo

Event Location

Race overview

Course Length

100 mi, 62 mi (100 KM + Climb), 62 mi (Coastal), 34 mi (Beginner)

Elevation / Elevation Gain

Santa Barbara: ~49 ft above sea level / Course elevation gain: 2,200–10,000 ft (varies by route)

Terrain

Coastal roads, mountain climbs, rolling foothills, urban areas

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