San Mar's The Great Bicycle Tour - TGBT XXXIX
- Date
- July 11, 2026
- Distance
- TGBT XXXIX · TGBT Weekender · TGBT Virtual
From the Organizer
A fully supported four-day ride on the C&O Canal. Join us for a family-friendly cycling adventure from Cumberland, MD to Mile Marker 0 in Washington, DC. 184.5 miles of no hills, no headwinds and no cars. Plenty of food, lots of support, ride at your own pace, well organized. This is the 39th annual benefit ride for San Mar Family and Community Services, a 501(c)3 nonprofit that maintains national accreditation and has provided services to children, families, and the community every day since November 8, 1883! Learn more about our important work online at sanmarhope.org.
THE RIDE INCLUDES
- Transportation by charter bus from Boonsboro, MD to the start of the C&O Canal
- All meals and snacks
- Free parking for your vehicle throughout the event at the San Mar campus
- Rest stops every ten to fifteen miles
- Camp fees paid for the first two nights or transportation to nearby hotels
- Hotel on the third night
- Transport of all gear throughout the event
- TGBT keepsake t-shirt
- Return to your vehicle by charter bus from Georgetown at the end of the event
- A lifetime memory
This ride benefits San Mar Family & Community Services. All registered riders commit to raising a minimum of $550 for the 4-day ride. Other minimums for weekend only or virtual participation are detailed at the Event Info tab.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the San Mar's The Great Bicycle Tour - TGBT XXXIX?
- San Mar's The Great Bicycle Tour - TGBT XXXIX is a running event held in Boonsboro, MD. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the San Mar's The Great Bicycle Tour - TGBT XXXIX?
- Saturday, July 11, 2026 in Boonsboro, MD at San Mar Family & Community Services, Boonsboro, MD. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the San Mar's The Great Bicycle Tour - TGBT XXXIX?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
San Mar's The Great Bicycle Tour - TGBT XXXIX
Jul 11, 2026