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Saturday, October 17th, 2026
Chase Palm Park, Santa Barbara CA
Ultra
59–80°F · low rain risk
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49–80°F
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57–75°F
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61–83°F
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55–78°F
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56–72°F
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67–90°F
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62–83°F
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56–80°F
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69–95°F
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62–77°F
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About this race
Ride Santa Barbara 100 - 15th Year Anniversary
Ride Santa Barbara returns for its 15th year! RideSB100 offers four distinct courses to suit a range of cycling abilities – each course offering a world-class Santa Barbara cycling experience! 🚴♂️
All courses start along the beach and follow the beautiful Santa Barbara beachfront before turning inland to experience all Santa Barbara has to offer. Cyclists will wind through some of the most exclusive neighborhoods in the country: experience the rolling foothills lined with citrus and avocado orchards and climb some of the most famous mountains in the country, all while experiencing some of the most beautiful views in southern California.
Participant Benefits
- Official t-shirt: Official 2026 RideSB100 t-shirt
- Water bottle: Official 2026 RideSB100 water bottle
- Goodies: Official RideSB100 drawstring bag with sponsor goodies
- Support: Fully supported aid stations and mechanical support
- Finish Line Festival: Finish Line Festival with lots of food and beer
- Achievements: All Gibraltar Challenge finishers will receive a coin at the top of the hill and age group medals for Gibraltar Challenge
- Jersey option: Option to buy event Jersey
- And more!
All riders will receive an overall chip time and riders who participate in the Gibraltar Challenge will be ranked for the King and Queen of the Mountain (KOM/QOM) Jersey awards!
Rides
100 Mile
- Climbing: Over 9,700′ of climbing | Start Time: 7:00 AM
- Recommended: Recommended for experienced cyclists only
- Challenge: Tackle a challenging ride that begins at Chase Palm Park, rolls through Carpinteria, and continues into the scenic Lake Casitas region. Climb Toro Canyon and Ladera Lane before testing your legs on the Gibraltar Climb Challenge, a timed 6.1-mile ascent with an 8% grade and over 2,500 ft of elevation gain.
- More information: For more information, go to ridesb100.com/100-mile/
100 KM + Climb
- Climbing: Over 6,600 ft. of climbing | Start Time: 7:30 AM
- Recommended: Recommended for experienced cyclists only
- Terrain: Covering 64 miles of Santa Barbara’s most stunning terrain, this route begins at Chase Palm Park and heads south along the coast to Carpinteria. Tackle the Toro Canyon Climb and the steep Ladera Lane, then test your mettle on the Gibraltar Climb.
- More information: For more information, go to ridesb100.com/100km-climb/
100 KM Coastal Route
- Climbing: 4,000 ft. of climbing | Start Time: 7:30 AM
- Recommended: Recommended for intermediate to experienced cyclists only
- Route: Covering 64 miles of Santa Barbara’s finest scenery, this route begins at Chase Palm Park and heads south along the coast to Carpinteria. Challenge yourself on the Toro Canyon Climb and steep Ladera Lane, then descend toward the historic Old Mission Santa Barbara.
- More information: For more information, go to ridesb100.com/100km-coastal/
34 Miles
- Climbing: Over 2,200 ft. of climbing | Start Time: 8:30 AM
- Recommended: Beginner to intermediate level cyclists
- Experience: Enjoy a stunning start along the coastline from Chase Palm Park before heading inland to San Ysidro Road. Tackle a gentle ascent on Mountain Drive, then roll past the historic Old Mission Santa Barbara.
- More information: For more information, go to ridesb100.com/34-mile/
*Event details and courses are subject to change.
Charity
Ride to benefit MOVE Santa Barbara County! Help us raise needed donations and awareness for the great work they’re doing in Santa Barbara County.
Refund Policy
All entry fees are NON-REFUNDABLE, no exceptions. Once we receive and accept your entry, you will not receive a refund if you cannot participate. You may do a one-time entry transfer to another event, person or year for $15.
For more information, visit our website ridesb100.com or e-mail our team at info@ridesb100.com.
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Event Date: 2026-10-17 at Chase Palm Park, Santa Barbara, CA
Race URL: Ride Santa Barbara 100
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