One Helluva Ride 2026
About the Event
The Ride
One Helluva Ride is Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society's signature event. This event allows AABTS to advocate for cycling in not just our community but across Michigan. Proceeds from this event are used to fund philanthropic activities, which include donating thousands of dollars for things like helmets, out-reach, education, and other charitable causes each year.
Join us for a day of scenic bicycle touring over tree-lined roads and beautiful gravel trails. The routes wind through rural and recreational areas and vary enough to appeal to a broad range of cyclists. We welcome all categories of riders.
When / Where
The ride will be held on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Pre-registered check in starts at 6:30am. All rides start and end at Chelsea High School (740 N Freer Rd, Chelsea, MI 48118). Enter high school to park from Trinkle Rd.
NOTE: New starting location for 2026!
Routes
Updated routes for 2026.
Four paved road rides (20 -100 miles) and one gravel route (42 miles) are offered. Routes will be marked, and maps via RidewithGPS available for download. All rides start and end at Chelsea High School in Chelsea, Michigan. SAG support and bike mechanics will be available.
Routes subject to change based on road conditions - always check prior to the ride at www.aabts.org/ohr for the latest routes.
Food
There will be lunch from Slows Bar BQ of Detroit (including vegetarian and vegan), snacks and beverages at rest stops.
Merchandise
You can order a custom t-shirt and socks via the RunSignUp Store. T-shirts and socks ordered will be available for pickup when you check-in the day of the ride.
NOTE: T-shirt ordering closes as of June 21st and sock orders on July 5th. Some limited supplies will be for sale day of the ride.
Other
No day of ride registration! Online registration closes July 5th.
Questions: ohr@aabts.org / Full ride details found on our website (aabts.org/ohr).
The One Helluva Ride 2026 brings an exciting Ultra to Chelsea, Michigan on July 11, 2026. Don't miss this beautiful event!
Races Offered
Cycling
One Helluva Ride
All routes have been configured to maximize the quality of the roads we ride on. The routes wind through rural and recreational areas on beautiful rolling terrain and vary enough to appeal to a broad range of cyclists. We welcome all categories of riders. Routes will be marked, and maps available for download. All rides start and end at Chelsea High School in Chelsea, Michigan. There will be lunch, entertainment, quality custom merchandise, friendly volunteers, and the traditional ice-cold watermelon. SAG support and bike mechanics will be available. 100 mile paved 62 mile paved 40 mile paved 20 mile paved 42 mile gravel One Helluva Ride features great rest stops, ride support, and lunch at the end of the ride. PRICING Adults $55 before May 1st $65 May 1st through May 31 $75 Jun 1st through July 6th 17 and under are Free (must be registered)
About Chelsea
One Helluva Ride 2026 takes place in Chelsea, Michigan, United States. The local timezone is America/New_York.
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