All participants must complete a "wet ink" signature on the event waiver prior to participating in the ride.
Participants age 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult and must wear a helmet.
All participants are expected to obey ALL traffic laws and Delaware bicycle laws.
Due to the number of cyclists on the road on event day, all cyclists must follow the start schedule to ensure the safety of everyone. Bib numbers must be visible for entry at all rest stops.
The 2019 event is expected to sell out; on site registration may be available on Friday, April 26 if space allows. Advance registration is highly encouraged.
This 15-mile out and back route on Friday, April 26 will begin and end in Bethany Beach and take riders along coastal Route 1 to the Indian River Inlet Bridge. Along the way, enjoy a pit stop at the Big Chill Beach Club and picturesque views of the ocean meeting the inlet.
Join us as a volunteer! We rely on the help of hundreds of volunteers each year for this event to run smoothly. This year, individuals who volunteer for 4 or more hours, will receive an Ocean to Bay Bike Tour "Ride Crew" t-shirt, as well as a $5 Voucher to 3BB Cafe.
10% of the proceeds from the 30th Annual Ocean to Bay Bike Tour will benefit Contractors for A Cause, a nonprofit organization of local contractors who have united to give back to the community.
All parking in downtown Bethany Beach is free the weekend of the Ocean to Bay Bike Tour. There is no designated parking for event participants.
There will be on-site registration available on April 26th from 12:00 – 8:00 pm on the Bethany Beach Bandstand.
There will be NO DAY-OF registration on April 27th.
What do I need for packet-pick up?
All participants must show a photo ID and provide a signed, wet-ink waiver at packet pick up. Waivers can be printed in advance, or signed on-site.
If picking up for a team, or for a friend, please show their photo ID, either the original or a photo (a picture of their ID on your phone will work), and turn in their signed wet-ink waiver.
Why do I need a wet-ink waiver?
We understand that turning in a wet-ink waiver can be cumbersome; however, our insurance provider requires it. If you do not provide a legible, wet-ink waiver, you will not be covered by our event insurance, and therefore will not receive your bib.
What does my packet include?
Continue the Tour information and weekend event details!
You will also receive your commemorative event shirt at packet pick up. Once you have picked up your packet, we cannot hold on to participant's shirts during the ride. If picking up your packet the morning of April 27th, it is recommended you leave enough time to store your shirt and any additional items in a secure location.
Start times are staggered by route.
What if I have registered and have become injured or can no longer attend the event?
There will be no refunds nor transfers to another year. You may transfer your registration to another person.
Transfers can be made up to April 22nd. No transfers will be accepted after this date.
Yes, you can change routes in advance or the day of the event.
In advance: If you plan to switch routes ahead of time, please contact us at 302-539-2100 x.115 and let us know which route you would like to switch to.
Day-of: If you choose to switch routes the day of the event, please see the information table to let us know and pick up the appropriate route map & cue sheet. We document all route changes for SAG support purposes and to let the rest stops know how many riders to expect.
Where can I see the route maps?
You can download your route ahead of time on Ride with GPS. Final routes will be confirmed and a printable PDF will be available by April 22nd.
Will the roads be marked?
The roads are marked with color coded arrows that coordinate with the cue sheet for each route.
What will be available at each rest stop?
Please plan accordingly if you have allergies or specific dietary needs.
Can I pick up extra cue sheets to ride these routes throughout the year?
Yes. Extra cue sheets will be available at the end of the ride, while supplies last. We ask that you wait until all routes start times have passed before taking extra cue sheets. Additionally, all route maps will be available on oceantoabybiketour.com until 2020.
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Questions? See all the answers to frequently asked questions here. If you can't find what you're looking for, call 302-539-2100 x.115.