2026 Ride Around Kent County
2026 Ride Around Kent County is a road cycling race on September 19, 2026 in Walker, MI, with an entry fee of $20.
- Date
- September 19, 2026 (58 days to go)
- Price
- $20
- Sport
- Road Cycling
From the Organizer
145 miles touching the 4 corners of Kent County. Shorter distances (90-120 miles) may be achieved with a "SAG forward."
There are at least two groups: "Fast" (18+ average mph) and "Good" (15+ average mph). Slower paced riders will not finish the 145 mile route by the 6pm cut-off.
SAG, snacks, ice, and sports drinks all around the route. Lunch for 145-milers about half-way around. Sandwich provided for 100-milers.
Lunch sandwiches will contain chicken and possibly nuts. Peanut butter, jelly, bread, bananas, oranges, trail mix, and "Aussie Bites" and/or "Sunrise bars" (organic energy bars) will be available as alternatives. If these options don't meet your dietary needs, then we welcome you to bring your own nutrition and our SAG vehicles will carry it to the lunch stop for you. Be sure to mark your name and phone number on the container!
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
73°
Typical Low
50°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from E Grand Rapids, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Walker, MI
Nearest Airport
GRR
Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 15 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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58
Days to train
- Race
- 2026 Ride Around Kent County
- Date
- September 19, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
Road cycling rewards pacing judgment and consistent time on your bike more than raw power. If you already ride regularly and can comfortably ride a few miles, you have a good starting base for most beginner-friendly events.
Road Cycling
Built around sustained effort on a bike, exploring cities on the open road. Beginner distances create a great entry point into endurance sports.
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2026 Ride Around Kent County
Sep 19, 2026