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Registration Information

Online registration is now closed. On-site registration will be available on Friday, April 26th, from 12:00 – 8:00 pm, at the Bethany Beach Bandstand. The cost to register will be $75.

There will be NO DAY-OFF REGISTRATION on Saturday, April 26th.

Packet Pick-Up

Packet Pick-Up will be organized by numerical value of bib numbers. All participants have received an email including their bib number. Bib numbers will also be posted on-site for reference.

When: Friday, April 26th, 12:00 – 8:00 pm & Saturday, April 27th, 7:00 – 9:00 am
Where: Bethany Beach Bandstand
What You Need: Signed Wet-Ink Waiver (available to be signed on-site), Photo ID, Bib #
What You Receive: Bib, Cue Sheet, Safety Pins, “Continue the Tour” Voucher & Information, Commemorative Ocean to Bay Sticker, Long-sleeve t-shirt, and gifts from event sponsors!

If picking up on Saturday morning, please allow time to secure your event shirt and other items, as we cannot hold onto items once your bib has been picked up.

Course Routes

All routes begin and end in downtown Bethany Beach, at the horseshoe on Garfield Parkway, just below the Bandstand and Boardwalk. See the location on google maps, here.

2019 course maps are available on RideWithGPS.com, courtesy of Coastal Spokes; cue sheets will be provided with bib for all cyclists at packet pick-up.

Century | 7:00-7:30 am start time
Metric Century | 7:30-8:00 am start time
50 Mile Route | 8:00-8:30 am start time
30+ Mile Route | 8:30-9:00 am start time

All routes are marked, but in the event of inclement weather before the ride, the markings may be dulled. Please be prepared to follow the cue sheet or downloaded directions. The ride will take place rain or shine; however, if extreme weather is forecasted, the Bike Tour may be canceled. No refunds will be given.

PLEASE NOTE:

Rest stop and SAG support cannot be guaranteed for cyclists that start after their designated start range.
The 30-mile route is not a perfect 30; cyclists will have a 25-mile bail out option if they do not wish to ride the full course distance (35 miles).

Friday Fun Ride

This 15-mile out and back route on Friday, April 26, from 12-4 pm will begin and end in Bethany Beach and take riders along coastal Route 1 to the Indian River Inlet Bridge. While you’re there, enjoy a pit stop at the Big Chill Beach Club and picturesque views of the ocean meeting the inlet and use your $5 voucher.

See the route here.

The Friday Fun Ride is offered as an individual registration or as a combo option for Saturday cyclists. All cyclists who sign up for both the Friday Fun Ride, and a Saturday route, will receive a branded Ocean to Bay Bike tour Lycra Waist Pack, courtesy of K. Hovnanian Homes at Ocean View Beach Club.

Sag Wagon, Event Support & Safety

All cyclists must be wearing their bibs to have access to event support (e.g. SAG wagon, rest stop, emergency services, etc.)
SAG Wagon support will be available from 7:00 am to 4:00 pm.
SAG Wagons will drop cyclist at the CLOSEST REST STOP.
There will be a final ride back to the post-party tent only at the close of the rest stop; please have a back-up plan in case you cannot complete the ride!
Rest stop and SAG support cannot be guaranteed for cyclists that start after their designated start range.
All participants must complete an event waiver prior to participating in the ride.
Participants age 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult and must wear a helmet.
All participants are expected to obey all traffic laws and Delaware bicycle laws.
- Bicycle Law: Rules of the Road!

FAQs

See answers to all frequently asked questions here.

For additional assistance, call the Bethany-Fenwick Area Chamber of Commerce at 302-539-1919.

Local Bicycle Shops

Bicycle Connection | Lifecycle

Post-Party

The Post-Party and 30th Anniversary celebrations will take place on the Bethany Beach bandstand and boardwalk! All cyclists and their families are invited to stay after the ride, to enjoy food and musical entertainment, and ocean views.

All cyclists riding on Saturday, April 27th, will have a “Post-Party Voucher” attached to their bib. Use the voucher for $5 off a purchase from any Post-Party Vendor.

Enjoy food and frozen treats from: Taco Reho | Traci’s Treats | Frozen Farmer
Post ride stretching led by Shore Barre
Live performance by Monkee Paw Duo

Shirts & Merch

All pre-registrants receive a long-sleeve UNISEX event t-shirt.
30th Anniversary commemorative Voler jerseys available now!