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Cycling Over Sixty

Join Us for the 2026 Cycling Over Sixty Ride!

Our annual end-of-season celebration of cycling returns on Sunday, August 30th, 2026. Connect with fellow riders on the beautiful Foothills Trail in Puyallup, WA — with four route options for every fitness level, from a gentle 8.8-mile trail ride to a full metric century.

📅 Sunday, August 30, 2026
📍 East Puyallup Foothills Trailhead
🎉 Free — Registration Required
🚴 Four Routes: 8.8 to 63 Miles

Registration is open!

Reserve your spot below — it's free, and it helps us plan for a great ride.

Cyclists enjoying the CO60 Event on a scenic trail

The 2026 Cycling Over Sixty Ride

📅 Date: Sunday, August 30, 2026
📍 Location: East Puyallup Foothills Trailhead, Puyallup, Washington
⏰ Start Time: 9:00 AM Check-in · Staggered wave starts from 9:30 AM

Event Description

The Cycling Over Sixty Ride is our end-of-season annual celebration of cycling. This event is an opportunity to connect with other riders who are using cycling to stay fit later in life.

Whether you're looking for a leisurely pedal through picturesque landscapes or a more challenging ride, you'll find it here. Beyond the saddle, enjoy a post ride program with a guest speaker and the chance to share stories with fellow cycling enthusiasts.

🌟 What Makes This Special

  • Four route options for all fitness levels
  • Beautiful Foothills Trail scenery
  • Community of like-minded cyclists over 60
  • Professional warm-up session
  • E-bikes welcome on all routes
  • Rain or shine event

Registration

🎉 FREE EVENT - No registration fees!

However, we require registration to help us plan for the right number of participants and ensure we have adequate support for everyone.

Quick Registration Form

Route Information

All routes utilize the beautiful Foothills Trail that runs through the scenic Orting Valley. Choose the distance that matches your fitness level and goals:

🌱 The Trail Explorer

Beginner

Distance: 8.8 miles Out and Back

Terrain: Flat, paved trail

Perfect for: First-time and inexperienced riders, or anyone wanting a relaxed, social ride

Elevation: Virtually flat — a gentle introduction to the Foothills Trail

🟢 30-Miles

Easy

Distance: 30 miles Out and Back

Terrain: Flat, paved trail

Perfect for: Beginners, casual riders, or those seeking a relaxed pace

Elevation: Minimal elevation gain

🟡 40-Miles

Moderate

Distance: 40 miles Out and Back

Terrain: Includes 4.3-mile railroad grade climb

Highlight: Climb out of the valley up to Buckley

Elevation: Moderate climbing challenge

🔴 Metric Century

Moderate

Distance: 63 miles (100km)

Route: East Puyallup Trailhead → Buckley → Pinnacle Peak Park Roundtrip

Features: New White River and Spiketon Ditch bridges, flat roads around Pinnacle Peak

For: Experienced cyclists seeking a longer challenge

View Detailed Route Maps

Event Schedule

Time Activity Notes
9:00 AM Check-in Opens Open all morning — please arrive at least 30 minutes before your wave and check for any last-minute updates
9:30 AM Wave 1 — Metric Century (63 mi) The longest route departs first
10:30 AM Wave 2 — 30 & 40 Mile Mid-distance routes depart together
11:30 AM Wave 3 — The Trail Explorer (8.8 mi) Our shortest ride; waves are timed so all riders finish around the same time
5:00 PM Event Area Closes Ride support sweepers will check in with any riders still on the trail.

Event Logistics

🍽️ Food and Water

This is not a fully supported ride. Food and water are available for purchase at various points along the trail.

Please bring: Your own water bottles for refilling throughout the ride.

More Information: See Routes Page

🏨 Where to Stay

If you are joining us from out of town there are limited accommodation options in the Puyallup area. Send an email and we will help you find a place to stay.

🌦️ Weather Information

Rain or Shine Event! Monitor forecasts and dress appropriately.

August Weather: Average highs around 77°F with warm, typically dry conditions — though afternoons can heat up, so plan to hydrate.

Severe weather notifications will be sent via email and posted on our website.

🚘 Parking

East Puyallup Trailhead: There is space to park at the trailhead. However, on a Sunday morning the lot might be full. There is also parking next to the trailhead, across from Farm 12.

Pioneer Crossing: At the corner of Shaw Road and Pioneer Way E there is a shopping center.

⚡ E-Bikes Welcome

E-bikes are welcome on all routes! We believe in making cycling accessible to everyone.

Important: Ensure your e-bike is fully charged - no provided charging stations available on course.

Safety: Maintain safe speeds and be mindful when passing traditional cyclists.

Ready to Join Us?

Don't miss out on this year's celebration of cycling over sixty!