Thank you for joining us at Tour de Greenbelt, an exhilarating cycling adventure through the scenic landscapes of Essex County, Massachusetts. The event kicks off and concludes at Allyn Cox Reservation on Saturday, September 26, with registration open until September 17 at noon. For those wishing to pick up a specialty jersey, orders must be placed by July 31 for guaranteed delivery before race day. Due to customs delays, we've moved the deadline earlier than previous years; jerseys ordered after this date will only ship approximately six weeks later. Participants are encouraged to carpool or arrive early to park and ride into Allyn Cox Reservation, with vehicle access closing at 8:50 am for a 9:00 am start. The one-lane entrance will be strictly monitored to ensure smooth flow of traffic leading up to the starting line. The route is lightly marked, so riders are advised to use turn-by-turn navigation through Ride with GPS or download the GPX routes available at . This tour-style ride allows you to choose your own distance and route; there will be no disqualifications for deviation from the official path. The 2026 edition features a Gravel Grinder option, following high demand, though the Century challenge is not offered this year. Proceeds from Tour de Greenbelt support Greenbelt's land conservation efforts in Essex County. These initiatives preserve farmland, wildlife habitats, and scenic views while fostering local food security, clean air and water, climate resilience, native biodiversity, and picturesque vistas across Massachusetts. Join us for a ride that showcases the natural beauty of the region—register now at to secure your spot in this rewarding event.
Races Offered
25-Mile Ride - Fundraising Pledge Rider
Sep 26, 2026
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40.2K
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82 days remaining
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$50.00
25-Mile Ride - Individual
Sep 26, 2026
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Distance —
40.2K
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Cycling
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82 days remaining
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$100.00
25-Mile Ride - Team Member Registration (price is per person)
45-Mile Gravel Grinder Ride - Team Member Registration (price is per person)
Sep 26, 2026
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64.4K
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Cycling
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82 days remaining
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$75.00
50-Mile Ride - Fundraising Pledge Rider
Sep 26, 2026
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80.5K
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Cycling
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82 days remaining
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$50.00
50-Mile Ride - Individual
Sep 26, 2026
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Distance —
80.5K
terrain
Type —
Cycling
timer
82 days remaining
sell
$100.00
50-Mile Ride - Team Member Registration (price is per person)
Sep 26, 2026
straighten
Distance —
80.5K
terrain
Type —
Cycling
timer
82 days remaining
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$75.00
Child Registration
Sep 26, 2026
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Child Registration
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Cycling
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82 days remaining
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$0.00
Weather History
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for September in Essex.
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14.8° / 21.5°
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13.5° / 20.9°
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Avg sunshine hours
9h 11m
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Avg rainfall
2.9 mm
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Avg snowfall
—
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Avg wind speed
12.0 km/h (Gentle breeze)
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Sweat loss rate
Moderate
terrain
Course conditions
Firm and slightly soft
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Max UV Index
Moderate (5.0)
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Humidity
79.8%
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Sunrise
06:23
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Sunset
18:51
About Essex
Learn more about the host city, Essex.
Essex is a town in on Cape Ann in the North Shore region of Massachusetts. Settled by direct descendants of the Mayflower passengers in the early 1600s, it was later world-renowned as North America's fishing schooner construction center. Today, history permeates the town, enhanced by its many antique stores. Its population was shy of 4k during the 2020 census.
