Ride The Ridges
Saturday, September 20, 2025
$25.00 – $75.00
Tour the blufflands of Southeastern Minnesota and experience some of the state’s most scenic areas. Beautiful scenery – from lush valleys along quiet streams to majestic bluffs overlooking the Mississippi River. Now in its 10th year, RTR is the region’s premier bicycle tour. Choose one of four routes, all having well-stocked rest stops, friendly hosts, and SAG support
Registration fee includes a pair of RTR socks and lunch for every rider at the post-ride party.
Entry fees are not refundable. We ride rain or shine!
Due to RTR popularity and to assure a quality event, only 500 riders this year.
Event Details
Rider Check-in: Winona Middle School, 1570 Homer Road, Winona, Minnesota
Event day registration:
Friday, September 19 – from 5:30 to 7:30 pm at Winona Middle School
Saturday, September 20 – begins at 6:30 am at Winona Middle School
Pre-registration packet pickup:
Friday, September 19 – from 5:30 to 7:30 pm at Winona Middle School
Saturday, September 20 – begins at 6:30 am at Winona Middle School
Open start: Between 7:00 am and 9:00 am from Winona Middle School
Notice: Riders must depart from the Middle School by 9:00 am to participate in Ride The Ridges. Latecomers may still ride, but rest stops and SAG support may not be available.
Event Cancellation: If RTR is cancelled for any reason, then $15.00 will be retained by RTR and rider will receive a refund of the balance of the entry fee and a pair of RTR socks.
Check out our FAQs page for more details.
Registration fees strive to balance rider benefits and ride administration.
Funds generated by RTR support many local and national charitable projects.
RTR volunteers look forward to hosting all riders and providing outstanding experiences.
Notice to Riders
If you register for one route and later decide to ride a shorter route, then:
- RTR expects to receive notice of your decision; and
- No partial refund will be made.
If you register for one route and later decide to ride a longer route, then RTR expects to:
- Receive notice of your decision; and
- Receive the additional registration fee.
