The Wine Country Century cycling event is back for the 50th year. We've planned another wonderful day of cycling in the beautiful
vineyards and back roads of Sonoma County. Whether you want a relaxing 34 mile jaunt or a challenging 100 miler, we've got you covered. No matter which route
you choose we'll take care of you along the way with SAG support and fully stocked rest stops. Best of all you get to feast on some great food and beverage choices after rolling
into the LBC after your ride.
So grab your Road Bike, Mountain Bike, Gravel Bike, Fat Tire, Hybrid, Cruiser, E-Bike (Class 1 or 3 only), Tandem, or Recumbent, and join in the fun!
Please note: Registrations are PER RIDER so Captain and Stoker both need to register when riding Tandem.
Rules of the road
- Obey the laws of the California Vehicle Code (CVC). This is not a race! Roads are not closed for
the ride. The routes typically traverse lightly-traveled backroads, although you will encounter
vehicular traffic. Riders are required to obey all traffic laws and can be expelled from the ride for violating the rules.
- Wear a properly-fitting, CPSC-approved helmet at all times during the ride.
- Earbuds and headphones are prohibited while riding on the routes.
- Ride single-file. If you must ride double at times, be vigilant for overtaking vehicles (including
faster cyclists) and single up promptly.
- Pull off the road and stop for all emergency vehicles.
- Bring a bicycle that is in safe working condition and fits you properly.
- Carry a pump (compatible with your valves), water, and a properly sized spare tube.
- Always carry ID and emergency phone numbers for yourself. Best practice: List your medical
insurance carrier and your blood type.
- Be courteous and friendly with all cyclists, motorists, and residents that you encounter. They
are our neighbors and we want them to maintain a positive view of our event. You may only
visit here once or twice a year, but the residents along our route have cyclists passing their
homes and farms and wineries every day. Be a good ambassador for cycling when you ride
here. Our use of this route in the future may depend on your good cycling behavior now.
Types of Bikes
Any of the following are allowed:
- Any pedaled bike such as Road, Mountain, Gravel, Hybrid, Trike, Recumbent, Tandem or Multiple, Cruiser
- Pedal assisted Class 1 or Class 3 E-bikes
- NOT PERMITTED - Class 2 E-bikes which do not require pedaling
Bike Rentals
If you need a bike to ride the WCC here are some options we have confirmed. NOTE: These are in alphabetical order and type of bike availability is varied:
- Calistoga Bike Shop, Calistoga CA 707-942-9687 Website link
- Getaway Adventures, Healdsburg CA 707-568-3040 Website Link
- Napa Valley Bike Shop, Napa CA 707-521-7708 Website Link
- Pedego E-bikes, Santa Rosa CA 707-540-0253 Website Link
- REI, Santa Rosa CA 707-540-9025 Website Link
- Russian River Cycle Service, Forestville CA 707-887-2453 Website Link
- Sebastopol Bike Center, Sebastopol CA 707-829-2688 Website Link
- Smith & Bergen Petaluma CA 707-774-6111 Website Link
- Spoke Folk Healdsburg CA 707-433-7171 Website Link
- Sports Basement, Santa Rosa CA 707-921-3147 Website Link
- Trail House, Santa Rosa CA 707-843-4943 Website Link
- Trek Bicycle Store, Santa Rosa CA 707-546-8735 Website Link
- Wine Country Cyclery, Sonoma CA 707-996-6800 Website Link
Follow the routes
There are several ways to make sure you stay on your route:
- You can get a route map and cue sheet at check-in.
- The routes are marked by colored arrows on the pavement and by directional signs on the shoulder. There will be course hosts at turns you might otherwise miss.
- RideWithGPS routes for your bike computer are available online.
- You can follow other riders on the same route!
Best practice recommendations
- It is your responsibility to bring a bicycle that is in safe working condition and fits you properly.
- Carry a pump (compatible with your valves), a minimum of one water bottle (we suggest two), a tire patch kit, and a properly sized spare tube.
- Always carry ID and emergency phone numbers for yourself. It makes good sense to also list your medical insurance carrier and your blood type.
- Please be courteous and friendly with all motorists and residents that you encounter. They are our neighbors and we want to maintain a positive view of our event. You may only visit here once or twice a year, but the residents along our route have cyclists – in large groups and small – passing their homes and farms and wineries every day. You can help us preserve friendly relations with our neighbors by being a good ambassador for cycling when you ride here. Our use of this route in the future may depend on your good cycling behavior now. Thank you for your consideration!
Route maps & GPS
You can view and download the routes at RideWithGPS and/or get a paper route map and cue sheet at the Start.
Start Times & Rest Stop Hours
We strongly recommend you start riding your route during the following times, to ensure that rest stops are open when you arrive:
- 100 mile: 7:00-8:00 am
- 100 km: 8:00-9:00 am
- 34 mile: 9:00-10:00 am
Please plan to start your ride during the recommended start times and pace yourself to reach each rest stop during its scheduled open hours.
| Monte Rio | 8:00 - 11:00 | Mile 26.2 (100mi only) | |
| Wohler Bridge | 8:00 - 12:45 | Mile 11.4 (100km) | Mile 48.5 (100mi) |
| Warm Springs Dam | 9:30 - 2:30 | Mile 32.7(100km) | Mile 69.9 (100mi) |
| Alexander Valley | 10:00 - 4:00 | Mile 48.1(100km) | Mile 85.8 (100mi) |
| Healdsburg | 9:30 - 12:30 | Mile 21.5 (34mi only) | |
Time limit
- There is no strict time limit – this is not a race – but rest stops will close when traffic drops low and food service at the Finish will close at 5:00 pm
- If you find yourself flagging, use a bailout route or contact a Host or Ambassador for a SAG back to the Finish
- Riders must leave the Warm Springs Dam Luch Stop by 3:00pm, depending on their riding speed, to ensure they reach the Finish while food service is still open
Ride support
- The WCC has the best support going.
- Teams of Course Ambassadors and Medics will be riding the routes, greeting and assisting riders
- Multiple SAG vehicles, equipped with radios, will be circling the routes to help and pick up riders who cannot continue
- Each route will pass multiple Rest Stops, typically less than 20 miles apart, fully stocked with nutritious snacks and beverages, with a bike mechanic at each one
- Course Hosts at each Rest Stop will be there to greet you and offer any help or support needed
Drop bags
You may drop extra clothing or material at one of the first two rest stops. Your “drop bag” will be labeled and shuttled back to the Start/Finish for you to pick up there. Please do not leave the venue without your property!
Mechanics
There will be mechanics at the Start and at every Rest Stop on each route.
Photographers
Photographers will be taking photos along the routes. Participants will receive a link to photos a few days after the event.