Epic Rides. Profound Impact.
Gear Up for the Ultimate Cycling Adventures
Five epic events – one common goal. The 2024 CAF Cycling Challenges are first-class riding experiences that embrace inclusivity, celebrate community, and provide hope and inspiration for athletes with physical disabilities. And more than just funding our mission, you’ll be a part of it, riding next to CAF athletes – and having the time of your life! So come along for the ride and join the Challenged Athletes Foundation in empowering athletes and transforming lives.
2024 Cycling Challenge Events
NorCal Challenge
Healdsburg, CA
Registration Fee: $500 – Fundraising Minimum: $8,000
Single Day Rider & Dinner: August 10 – Registration Fee: $75 – Fundraising Minimum: $750
August 7 – 11, 2024
Healdsburg, known as one of the most bike-friendly communities in the heart of Sonoma County’s wine country. This Challenge takes you on awe-inspiring cycling routes beside picturesque vineyards, soaring redwood forests, and the dramatic Sonoma coast. The experience is first-class all the way, but the real awe comes from knowing you’re making a profound difference for athletes with disabilities.
View routes, itinerary, hotel info, & more here.
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Gravel Grandeur
Winter Park and Vail, CO
Registration Fee: $1,000 – Fundraising Minimum: $10,500
Single Day Rider & Dinner: September 7
Registration Fee: $75 – Fundraising Minimum: $750
September 3 – 8, 2024
Enjoy the hip and scenic Colorado mountain towns of Fraser and Vail. This trip features a combination of road riding and the finest champagne gravel. Off the bike relish a sense of community and mission-driven fulfillment that only CAF can offer. Join us to ensure that athletes with physical disabilities can experience the transformative power of sport.
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Women’s Cycling Retreat
Ojai, CA
Registration Fee: $500 – Fundraising Minimum: $3,000
October 6 – 9, 2024
Join Challenged Athletes Foundation for a rejuvenating retreat for women cyclists of all levels. Together, you’ll conquer new challenges, experience the joys of cycling, and celebrate your strength and unity. With scenic Ojai as your backdrop, you’ll forge lifelong friendships while helping change the lives of athletes with physical disabilities around the world.
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Community Weekend – Metric Century Ride
San Diego, CA
Registration opens Spring 2024
November 2 – 3, 2024
This is the reason you love the CAF cycling community. Come celebrate the incredible strength and determination that CAF athletes embody, and challenge yourself, too! Start with a scenic metric century on day one, followed by the San Diego Triathlon Challenge. Immerse yourself in this inclusive weekend of sport, fun, and camaraderie.
Host Hotel:
International Adventure
Thailand
Registration opens Spring 2024
January 15 – 24, 2025
A life-changing experience? Yes! For you, it’s an exhilarating international adventure cycling through Thailand. For CAF athletes, your participation means life-changing equipment, coaching, and support. The beauty of this vibrant country will inspire you as you travel through bustling cuties, jungle-filled valleys, and stunning beaches – right alongside our athletes. Immerse yourself in culture, community, and the ultimate joy you’ll find in supporting the Challenged Athletes Foundation.
Host Hotel: Coming Soon!
The CAF CYCLING EXPERIENCE
We offer the most epic and top-notch cycling experiences while raising the crucial funds to create a more inclusive world where everyone feels welcome, supported, and celebrated. Each challenge includes:
- Fully supported rides
- Elevated SAG stops
- Mechanic support
- Custom riding gear
- Group dinners and inspirational programs
- Breakfast and lunch every day
- Training programs
- Custom fundraising page
SPONSOR CAF CYCLING CHALLENGES
Gear up for the Adventure!
It’s not just a ride – it’s an adventure! Each CAF Cycling Challenge offers riders a unique experience, empowering you to discover your own strength and embrace the joy of making a profound difference for others.