2026 Forest City Cycling Challenge

The Sixth Annual Forest City Cycling Challenge (FCCC) takes place on Sunday, June 7, 2026, starting at 6:30 AM EDT from Boler Mountain (689 Griffith Street, London, Ontario, Canada). Organized in support of St. Joseph's Health Care Foundation, this all-paved and mountain biking event features five routes (25 km, 50 km, 100 km, 160 km road rides, plus a 10 km mountain biking course on Boler Mountain), with registration including event swag, rest stops, hot lunch, and a post-ride beverage.

Event Logistics and Participant Information:

• -- Registration Includes: Custom event water bottle, hydration, coffee and light breakfast snacks at the start, rest stops with washrooms and refreshments, hot lunch, a post-ride beverage (beer or non-alcoholic drink), and event photographs.
• -- Route Maps: All routes are available on RideWithGPS and at the official event website (ridelondon.ca).
• -- Early Registration Incentive: Sign up by midnight on May 10, 2026, to be entered into a draw for one of two MEC gift cards.
• -- T-Shirt Deadline: April 30, 2026, is the last day to register and receive a free event t-shirt.
• -- Course Changes: Participants can change between the 50 km and MTB routes, or between the 100 km and 160 km routes, at no cost. Riders must inform the organizers of any changes for rest stop planning purposes.
• -- Cancellation Policy: Registration fees cannot be refunded, and registrations cannot be transferred to another rider. No additional fees are added at checkout (all-in pricing).
• -- Volunteer Opportunities: Community members can volunteer at the event through the registration platform.

Fundraising and Community Impact:

• -- Charitable Beneficiary: The Forest City Cycling Challenge proudly supports St. Joseph's Health Care Foundation. Fundraising is encouraged but not mandatory.
• -- Fundraising Incentives (as of midnight on Thursday, June 4, 2026):
  • -- $500+ : $50 local bike store gift card (donated by The Trek Store, To Wheels, and Doug & Marion's Bike Store)
  • -- $800+ : Custom event cycling jersey
  • -- $1,500+ : Custom event cycling bib shorts
• -- Top Fundraiser Prizes:
  • -- First place: $750 gift card for a local bike shop (Gremlins Bicycle Emporium)
  • -- Second place: Wahoo Trackr radar/taillight (donated by Ontario Speech & Language Services)
  • -- Third place: Two-night stay at Tailwinds Bed & Breakfast
  • -- Fourth place: $100 gift card to a local restaurant of choice
• -- Gift Registrations: Participants can register others as a gift through the event platform.
• -- Partner Events: The Forest City Slow Roll is listed as a partner event.

Sponsors and Community Support:

• -- Title Sponsor: Lerners Lawyers
• -- Titanium Sponsors: National Bank/JMRD, Davis Martindale
• -- Carbon Sponsors: Digital Evidence International Inc., MNP LLP
• -- Participating Sponsors: Boler Mountain, and numerous aluminium, in-kind, and local business sponsors including Trek Bicycle Store London, Gremlins Bicycle Emporium, MEC, London Bicycle Cafe, Fanshawe College, and Egg Farmers of Ontario.

The 2026 Forest City Cycling Challenge combines scenic paved routes, mountain biking at Boler Mountain, community fundraising, and a welcoming atmosphere, inviting cyclists of all levels to ride for mental health and well-being in support of St. Joseph's Health Care Foundation.