Green Fondo SoCal Weekend
Bikes + Sustainability = Awesome
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About the Ride
THIS two-DAY RIDE OFFERS OPTIONS FOR EVERY LEVEL OF CYCLIST
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Southern California
With the weather in the 70s, this is a perfect time to spring train in SoCal. This weekend event takes place at our camp where cyclists can overnight, enjoy food and drink, live music, and meet new friends and thought leaders. Take a weekend to pedal for the planet and be a part of creating a positive impact for the future. With three route options each day, there’s a sweet ride for seasoned to novice cyclists.
Event Details
Positive Planet Impact
Cool stuff you should know about this ride
- Access for all cycling levels
- Three routes for all abilities and full ride support
- Incredible speakers
- Community cycling environment to create a positive atmosphere – this isn’t a race
- Financially accessible fundraising minimum
- Community Leader Awards providing scholarship spots with priority given to BIPOC, LGBTQI+, and women — over 100 awards given!
- 100% of funds raised go out as grants, thanks to our annual fund donors and funder trip participants
- Over $2 MILLION granted from Green Fondos
- Tailwinds fund to increase our positive planet impact
- Bike repair workshop with awesome mechanics
- Restorative yoga after the first day of riding
- Eco friendly merch and prizes
- Reduced event waste through recycling, composting, and Terracycling
the Full Story
Green Fondo is here! Green Fondo is our sustainably focused take on the Gran Fondo-style rides. We’re gathering to celebrate the planet while bringing people together to enjoy great cycling. We’ll have a cycling village near Santa Barbara where cyclists can overnight, enjoy food and drink, entertainment, and meet with new friends and thought leaders. Proceeds benefit organizations dedicated to climate, clean energy, and bike advocacy.
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Itinerary Overview
Itinerary subject to change
Friday night
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Event Registration opens
We’ll have snacks and beverages for riders, but be sure to pick up dinner on your way!
Day 1
Saturday
6:00 am – 7:00 am
Registration is open for riders arriving today
GRANDE – 100 mi Option
Breakfast is available for Grande riders at 6 am
MEDIO – 60 mi Option
Breakfast is available at 7 am
PICCOLO – 30 mi Option
Breakfast is open from 7-9 am
12-1:30 pm
Picnic lunch along the route.
Live music!
7 pm
Dinner at the dining hall
Day 2
Sunday
GRANDE – 60 mi Option
Breakfast is available for Grande riders at 6 am
MEDIO – 30 mi Option
Breakfast open from 7-9 am
PICCOLO – 20 mi Option
Breakfast open from 7-9 am
1-2 pm
Lunch for all riders
2 pm
Say farewell until the next ride!
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Top Fundraiser Prize
To the top fundraiser on Green Fondo, we will reward their efforts with a fully-fundraised spot on a 2027 event! The winner of this prize will be determined on the final fundraising deadline, and the list of eligible 2027 events will be announced in the Fall of 2026.
Raise $500 by the final fundraising deadline
Earn a Climate Ride Bike Water Bottle made from plants!
Raise $1,000 two months from the ride
Earn a special edition Green Fondo jersey! Guaranteed to give you a boost out on the route.
Raise $1,500 by the final fundraising deadline
Earn a Climate Ride insulated cup! Perfect for your coffee, electrolyte drinks, and adult beverages while chillin’ at Green Fondo. Prize calculated by the final fundraising deadline.
