About the Ride
This one-day, Gran Fondo-style ride offers options for every level of cyclist
Aug 17, 2024
Kendall-Jackson Winery in Santa Rosa, California
A one-day ride through the scenic backroads of Sonoma County with a great afterparty. Whether you race for time or ride to complete one of four route distances, the planet wins.
Registration fee $50 | Fundraising minimum $150
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Our Beneficiaries
On Climate Ride Wine Country Edition you can fundraise for specific impact collections curated by Grounded.org: Oceans, Clean Energy, Forests, Wildlife, Soil and Land conservation, Youth-led solutions, or you can choose a single Beneficiary of your choice from the full Climate Ride Beneficiary network. Climate Ride will support all participants to help them meet their fundraising goals.
Map
Itinerary Overview
Itinerary subject to change
Long Route
81 Miles
The route starts and ends at Kendall-Jackson Winery with five aid stations along the route. All riders will be timed and awards will be given for the top three men and women. Meal and drink tickets are provided for all participants at the post-ride event.
Medium Route
53 Miles
The route starts and ends at Kendall-Jackson Winery with three aid stations along the route. All riders will be timed and awards will be given for the top three men and women. Meal and drink tickets are provided for all participants at the post-ride event.
Short Route
35 Miles
The route starts and ends at Kendall-Jackson Winery with three aid stations along the route. All riders will be timed and awards will be given for the top three men and women. Meal and drink tickets are provided for all participants at the post-ride event.
Petite Route
11 Miles
The route starts and ends at Kendall-Jackson Winery with one aid station along the route. All riders will be timed and awards will be given for the top three men and women. Meal and drink tickets are provided for all participants at the post-ride event.
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the Full Story
Climate Ride, in partnership with Kendall-Jackson Winery, is hosting our first one-day and timed Climate Ride Wine Country Edition, on Saturday, August 17, 2024, in Santa Rosa, California. This one-day, Gran Fondo-style ride offers options for every level of cyclist.
Race for time, or ride for fun on four different route options designed for all cycling abilities through the beautiful Sonoma County Wine Country:
- Long Route: 81 Miles
- Medium Route: 53 Miles
- Short Route: 35 Miles
- Petite Route: 11 Miles
All rides start and end at Kendall-Jackson Wine Estates and Gardens where participants can gather after their ride to celebrate their fundraising and cycling efforts. The post-ride celebration will include food, wine, and live entertainment.
Climate Ride Wine Country Edition provides options for participants to fundraise and ride for climate solutions strategies – Oceans, Air, Forests, Wildlife, Soil and Land Conservation, or Youth-led Solutions. Participants may also choose a single environmental Beneficiary of their choice. Climate Ride will support all participants to help them meet their fundraising goals.
Event Details
Our Supporters
PRIZES
Top Fundraiser Prize
To the top fundraiser on Climate Ride Wine Country 2024, we will reward their efforts with a fully-fundraised spot on a 2025 event! The winner of this prize will be determined on the final fundraising deadline and the list of eligible 2025 events will be announced in the Fall of 2024.
Raise $500 Over the minimum
Earn a Climate Ride water bottle!
Raise $2,000 over the minimum
Earn a Climate Ride insulated cup! Perfect for your coffee, electrolyte drinks, and adult beverages while chillin’ after the ride.
Raise $5,000 over the minimum
Earn an Oveja Negra top tube bike bag! The perfect size for your snacks and extra layer.
Top three fundraisers
Take home a Patagonia back pack!
FAQ
What’s included! A lot!
What’s included:
- Full route support including water & snack stops
- Chip timing on all routes
- Meal and drink tickets for the afterparty at Kendall-Jackson Winery
Not included:
- Bike rental/equipment
- Transportation to the event
Who Benefits
Fundraisers on Climate Ride Wine Country Edition 2024 can choose from the more than 100 incredible Beneficiary organizations in the Climate Ride network! Whether you ride for Oceans, Air, Forests, Wildlife, Soil and Land Conservation, or Youth-led Solutions, or a single group from our full beneficiary list, your fundraising will go directly to the organizations that you choose to fundraise for.
Participants will be able to fundraise until December 1, 2024. Funds raised on all 2024 events will be sent out through our Grants program in December.
How To Get To The Ride Start
Plane: The nearest airport is the Sonoma County Airport.
Train: The nearest train stop is at the Sonoma County Airport.
The Ride Start and End
The rides starts and ends at Kendall-Jackson Winery.
What Are the Routes? Are The Roads Open To The Public?
All of the routes are permitted and some intersections may have traffic controls to help with the safety of participants but roads will not be closed to traffic. Routes turns will be marked and navigable by GPS.
What Times Do the Routes Start?
All start times are tentative and may be subject to change. Be sure to check your email for updates!
Long: 8:00 AM
Medium: 9:00 AM
Short: 10:00 AM
Very Short: 10:30 AM
Getting Your Bike To/From The Event And Bike Rental
If you are not local and need to ship your bike to the event, we recommend flying with or shipping your bike through BikeFlights.com.
If you’d like to rent a bike for this event, consider renting from the Santa Rosa Sports Basement. They have a variety of bike styles and sizes with affordable rental rates.
Can I Bring My Friends/Family/Pets?
We encourage friends and family members to register to ride together on this event. With route options ranging from 11-81 miles, there is an option suitable for anyone. Pets are not allowed. Additional meal and drink tickets will be available for purchase for non-registered riders attending the afterparty at Kendall-Jackson Winery.
Can I bring an e-bike?
E-bikes are welcome on our routes! However, if you choose to ride a motorized bike, you will not be eligible for the podium or any other timed prizes.
Fundraising and Transfer Deadlines
All registration fees and donations are non-refundable. There are no transfers for this event.
Fundraising Deadlines: All Participants must fundraise $150 by August 12, 2024, in order to participate.
Cancellations and Transfer Policy
If you cannot attend this event, you may not transfer your fundraising to a future event. Donations cannot be transferred to another participant or future years. Participants may not transfer to another event.
If you withdraw from the ride or don’t participate without notifying us, any fundraising you’ve received will go to support programs of Climate Ride.
More Questions?
We’ve got answers! Email us at [email protected]!
