2026 Ride Across Illinois (RAIL) South powered by Bicycle Illinois

Conquer the southern breadth of the state on the 2026 Ride Across Illinois (RAIL) South on Saturday, June 27, 2026, a 165-mile ultra-endurance challenge starting at 4:30 AM from St. Louis, Missouri, and finishing in Vincennes, Indiana. Leveraging long summer days, this fully-supported cycling event provides riders with 15 hours of daylight and a strategic schedule of rest stops to refuel, making the monumental task of crossing Illinois in one day an achievable feat. Designed for experienced cyclists who have completed a century, the ride fosters a powerful sense of camaraderie, ensuring no rider faces the distance alone.

Crossing the finish line earns every participant an official "FINISHER" sticker, a badge of honor for joining an elite group of endurance athletes. With a firm no-refunds policy, securing travel insurance during registration is advised. Prepare for the ultimate test of mind and muscle on this meticulously organized journey that transforms a map line into a lifetime memory.