We're riding for a world where people with arthritis live a life without limits
Join us in helping the nearly 60 million adults and hundreds of thousands of children in the U.S. who have arthritis. Ride with us, fully supported along unparalleled routes in California or the Carolinas to fuel the Arthritis Foundation’s advocacy, scientific research and life-changing programs. Join us and discover why you’ll call it the Ride of a Lifetime.
California Coast Classic: 525 Miles, 250 Riders, 8 Days, 1 Mission
Take a bucket list ride from San Francisco to Los Angeles! The award-winning California Coast Classic is celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2025, and it stands the test of time for great reasons. Known for its stunning scenery, exceptional support, and warm community, this self-paced cycling adventure is the winner of Gran Fondo Guide’s Best Charity Bike Tour Award and it’s the Arthritis Foundation’s flagship destination cycling experience. This fully-supported and e-bike friendly ride along California's iconic Highway 1 each fall takes beginner and experienced cyclists along the Pacific Ocean, through wineries, harbors, seaside farms, redwood forests, and coastal towns.
Carolina Hills Classic: 4 epic days in the Blue Ridge Foothills
Join the inaugural Carolina Hills Classic, a fully-appointed and e-bike friendly cycling adventure nestled in the foothills of the incomparable Blue Ridge Mountains. Explore the quiet winding roads, vibrant art scene, and welcoming hospitality of this premier Southeastern cycling destination. Each day’s ride brings new delights such as waterfalls, bridges, and scenic vistas, as beginner and experienced cyclists pedal in and between South Carolina and North Carolina. This self-paced late spring adventure is a premium road riding cycling experience that includes nightly hotel accommodations and entertainment in addition to our standard bike tour offerings.
Ride Your Way: a personalized approach to supporting the Arthritis Foundation
Connect to the Arthritis Foundation Cycling community from anywhere! Ride Your Way is a do-it-yourself activity that allows participants the freedom to create their own adventure and select any style of riding, in any location, at any time of year. Registered riders receive a t-shirt and a personal fundraising page. Then, it’s up to them to pedal however they want, whenever they want, and set their own fundraising goals. From spin class to bike packing, at home or in an exotic destination, Ride Your Way helps raise awareness and further the Arthritis Foundation's mission and vision to help people with arthritis to live life without limits. Choose the California or Carolina cycling community to learn more.
Arthritis Foundation Cycling: a culture of care and support
Our destination cycling events share a strong ethos of care and inclusivity, with supportive staff and dedicated volunteers who welcome riders and e-bike participants of all levels. The California Coast Classic and Carolina Hills Classic Bike Tours include expert SAG support, fully stocked rest stops, professional on-course mechanical repair, route marking, luggage transport service, five-star meals, nightly programs, and an unforgettable closing celebration. On the California Coast Classic, riders enjoy base camp accommodations (hotels are available at an additional expense), whereas hotel accommodations are included for all Carolina Hills Classic riders.
We're on a Mission to Fight the #1 Cause of Disability
Ride with Us
Register and ride with us on-tour, virtually as a Ride Your Way participant or choose to volunteer.
Train & Connect
Join the vibrant Champions of Yes community throughout the country through local Meetups, training rides and social channels.
Make an Impact
With every mile, you can help fuel Arthritis Foundation advocacy, scientific research and life-changing programs.
Cycling Experience in Action
Join the Arthritis Foundation Cycling Experience Leaderboard!
Not only do these superstars on wheels have a powerful passion for cycling, but they’re also passionate about raising funds and awareness to help conquer arthritis. Together, they’re advancing research and treatments, plus bringing life-changing support to the millions who live with arthritis. Will you make your mark on the Cycling Experience Leaderboard?
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