Be Like Nancy Ride!
About this race
Get Ready for Nancy’s Ride 2026!
Join Freewheelin’ Community Bikes for our signature event, Nancy’s Ride, on Saturday, September 19, 2026.
Located at 34th and Central Avenue in the heart of Mapleton Fall Creek, this inclusive, community-focused ride supports our mission to connect youth with life skills through a shared passion for bicycles.
Double Your Impact: Help Us Reach $20,000
Thanks to a benevolent donor, every dollar you give is being matched! Your registration and donations help us reach our $20,000 goal to keep our youth programs rolling.
How your support makes a difference:
$50: Provides a safety helmet for an Earn-A-Bike student.
$90: Funds a full Safety Package (Light, Lock, and Helmet).
$292: Sponsors a complete Earn-A-Bike class for one child.
Choose Your Adventure!
All routes start and finish at Tabernacle Presbyterian Church, right across from the Freewheelin’ shop. Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or a family looking for a weekend outing, we have a path for you:
The Destination Ride (10k): A family-oriented route featuring unique local attractions and kid-friendly stops.
The Distance Ride: A scenic route designed for those looking to explore the best of Indy and its surrounding areas.
More Than Just a Ride.
Stay for the party! The Tabernacle parking lot will be buzzing with:
Family Fun: Bicycle obstacle courses and activities for the kids.
Support: Mechanical checks to keep your gear in top shape.
Fuel: Plenty of snacks, beverages, and a full lunch provided for participants.
Can we count on you to join the fun?
Whether you register to ride, volunteer your time, or make a donation, you are making a direct impact on the lives of young cyclists in our community.
Pick your distance
Cycling
Distance Ride (Freewheelin' 50K)
Join a 50K community ride and explore what Indianapolis has to offer! This ride will let you visit some of the cities most fascinating bike Trailways and routes. Registration Fee: Free
Family-oriented Destination Ride (10k)
A family oriented Destination Ride (10k) with unique destinations and attractions. Riders 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult 18 or over. Training wheels are not allowed. Ride registration includes snacks, beverages, lunch, and a commemorative item. Adults: FREE Youth (14 and under): FREE
Typical race-day weather
Based on 9 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Indianapolis, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 7:29 AM and sets at 7:46 PM local time (EDT) in Indianapolis on September 19, 2026 — 12h 17m of daylight.
Course
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Where this page comes from. Race details were last updated on . We re-check listings regularly and again in the week before race day.
- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 121 Indianapolis events
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