Sunflowers to Roses Bike Tour

About the Event

Join us for the exhilarating 24th Annual Sunflowers to Roses Bike Tour on Sunday, August 2nd. This year's ride continues our commitment to fundraising efforts against cancer, partnering once again with Cancer Action Kansas City. We invite you not only to participate in this scenic journey but also to set up a personal fundraising page to amplify your impact.
The event kicks off and concludes at Erik’s Bike Shop located at 11500 W. 135th St., Overland Park, KS 66221. Prepare for an array of ride options that include two gravel routes through the picturesque landscapes of South Johnson County. After your ride, head back to Erik's for our renowned Post Ride Party starting at 10am. Enjoy a variety of food trucks offering delectable meals; each participant will receive a meal ticket, with additional purchases available directly from the vendors.
Packet pickup is conveniently arranged both before and on the day of the event: Saturday, August 1st, from 11 am to 2 pm at Erik’s Bike Shop. Alternatively, you can pick up your packet between 6:30 am and 7:15 am on Sunday morning just prior to the start.
The adventure will begin promptly at 7:30am with a stirring national anthem in front of Erik's Bike Shop. Rain or shine, this event promises an unforgettable experience come what may.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to contribute positively while enjoying nature and camaraderie among fellow cyclists. Register now for the Sunflowers to Roses Bike Tour and join us in making a difference!

Races Offered

Gravel 40

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Distance — 48.3K

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$50.00

Gravel 62

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$50.00

Road 12 miles

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Distance — 19.3K

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$50.00

Road 30 miles

Aug 02, 2026

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Distance — 48.3K

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$50.00

Road 62 miles

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Distance — 83.7K

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$50.00

Virtual Participant

Aug 02, 2026

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$50.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for August in Overland Park.

thermostat Temperature

20.6° / 30.5°

wb_sunny Feels like

21.5° / 31.5°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

11h 2m

water_drop Avg rainfall

3.2 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

9.8 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Very high

terrain Course conditions

Hard and dry surface

sunny Max UV Index

High (7.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

68.6%

wb_twilight Sunrise

06:33

nightlight Sunset

20:11

About Overland Park

Learn more about the host city, Overland Park.

Overland Park is a city in northeastern Kansas within the Kansas City metropolitan area. It is a melting-pot of both urban and suburban living. With 197,000 residents (2020), it is one of the most affluent cities in the U.S.