The Bay Ride 2025

Independent Series

🪅 Festival
⛰️ Scenic
Event Date

Sep 13, 2025

Location

Discipline

Road

About

Cycle the iconic Bay Area while supporting a charitable cause!

The Bay Ride 2025 is a charity cycling event taking place on September 13, 2025, marking its 11th anniversary. Riders can choose between a 135-mile full loop around San Francisco Bay or a 40-mile course from San Francisco to Oakland. This fundraising event features community support, scenic views, and festive rest stops, all while supporting important local causes.

COURSE DETAILS

Two route options: the 135-mile loop circumnavigates the entire San Francisco Bay, passing through North Bay, East Bay, and the Peninsula. The 40-mile route travels from San Francisco to Oakland. Both courses feature urban and coastal paved roads.

Race HIGHLIGHTS

  • Scenic routes crossing the Golden Gate Bridge and showcasing Bay Area landmarks
  • Local artist-designed 2025 jersey (by Kenton Hoppas)
  • Charity focus, supporting community initiatives and event sustainability
  • Rest stops transformed into local cycling festivals

RIDE TYPES

Gran Fondo
Century Rides
Fun Rides

Event Location

Race overview

Course Length

135 miles (full Bay loop) or 40 miles (San Francisco to Oakland)

Elevation / Elevation Gain

San Francisco elevation: ~52 ft (16 m) above sea level; elevation gain not specified

Terrain

Paved roads with urban and coastal sections

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