Century Bike Ride

Bridging the Gap Ride #7 2026

Date: Race weekend: Saturday to Sunday, October 3 to 4, 2026
Start time: 5:15 AM start (Chicago)
Location: Sugar Land, Texas
Entry fee: From Free
Included with entry: Includes a shirt
Fundraising: Takes optional donations when you register

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Events and entry fees

Event	Distance	When	Entry fee	Cap
Saturday, Oct 3, 2026
BTG#7 Long Route: 100 Miles	Century	Oct 3, 20265:15 AM	$70	–
BTG#7 Medium Route: 65 Miles	Bike Ride	Oct 3, 20267:00 AM	$70	–
BTG#7 Short Route: 40 Miles	Bike Ride	Oct 3, 20267:00 AM	$70	–
Sunday, Oct 4, 2026
Recovery Ride	Bike Ride	Oct 4, 20267:00 AM	Free	–

Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.

Race day planning

Entry fee schedule

BTG#7 Long Route: 100 Miles and BTG#7 Medium Route: 65 Miles and BTG#7 Short Route: 40 Miles: $70 until Oct 4.
Recovery Ride: Free until Oct 4.

Online registration closes Oct 4, 2026, unless the race fills first.

Light and altitude

Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:15 AM, and the BTG#7 Long Route: 100 Miles starts at 5:15 AM.

Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.

Start location and course

Brazos River Park, Sugar Land, TX 77479

Directions to the start

The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.

Typical race-day weather

Around October 3 the day usually runs from 69°F at dawn to 88°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 12% of days. Cold snaps dip to 62°F and hot years reach 92°F.

Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.

Race details

Where: Brazos River Park, Sugar Land, TX 77479Map
Course: Road
Included with entry: T-Shirt
Donations: Accepted when you register
Distances: Century, Bike Ride
Editions: 2026 (Oct 3, 2026), 2025 (Oct 4, 2025), 2024 (Oct 5, 2024)

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Quick answers

When is Bridging the Gap Ride #7?: It is a race weekend, Saturday to Sunday, October 3 to 4, 2026: Century, Bike Ride on Saturday; Bike Ride on Sunday.
How much does it cost?: Entry starts at Free before processing fees.
When does registration close?: Online registration closes Oct 4, 2026, unless the race fills first.
Do athletes get a shirt or medal?: Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
Can I donate to a cause when I register?: Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
What distances are offered?: Century, Bike Ride.
Where does it start?: Brazos River Park, Sugar Land, TX 77479.

From the organizers

Bridging the Gap Ride is an annual cycling event hosted by Motherland Cycling Club (MCC), that aims to bring cyclists together for a fun and entertaining ride--all while also supporting a local charity.

Who doesn't love hardware? All registrants crossing the finish line will receive a finisher medal.

After ride entertainment will feature a DJ, food and raffle drawing. Get ready for a great time!

Bridging the Gap Ride #7 promises to be even more fun and exciting. We have added a complimentary second day of riding that is open to all registered participants for free! Please register early and share the word.

We look forward to seeing you. Let's bridge the gap!!