Aerial view of the Pacific Coast Highway winding along California's dramatic coastline
June 2026 · Alzheimer's Awareness Month

Tour De
California Coast

A 380-mile charity ride from San Francisco to Los Angeles along the iconic Pacific Coast Highway. Two riders. One cause. Every mile matters.

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A road bike leaning against a wooden fence with the California coast in the background
About the Ride

Where Passion Meets Purpose on the Pacific Coast

For us, pedaling from San Francisco to Los Angeles along the Pacific Coast represents more than a cycling challenge — it's our way of honoring loved ones affected by Alzheimer's and drawing attention to a cause that touches millions of families.

We've spent years riding together on Bay Area roads, climbing Mount Tam and looping Paradise on long weekends, pushing ourselves through centuries and big training days. Cycling is something we genuinely love, and endurance miles have always felt like home to us.

But this ride is different. It will be the longest journey we've ever taken on — not just because of the distance, but because we're stepping into new territory by tying it to something bigger than ourselves. Raising awareness and support adds a layer of vulnerability and purpose that makes this both exciting and a little intimidating. That's exactly why we're doing it.

Meet the Team

The Riders and Crew Making It Happen

Two riders taking on the coast, supported by two incredible crew members who make every mile possible.

Ben - Rider

Ben

Rider

Endurance enthusiast dedicated to making every mile count.

❤️Coffee stops, Sunrise rides
Saddle sores, Chain drops
Brian - Rider

Brian

Rider

Passionate cyclist with years of experience on Bay Area roads.

❤️Long climbs, Ocean views
Aggressive drivers, Flat tires
Christa - Support Crew

Christa

Support Crew

Ben's wife and dedicated support ensuring everyone stays fueled, hydrated, and laughing along the way!

❤️Road trip snacks, Scenic stops, Cats
Saunas, Getting lost
Audra - Support Crew

Audra

Support Crew

Brian's wife and organized support, making sure every detail is dialed in and the playlist never misses!

❤️Good playlists, Planning routes, Cats
Delays, Forgetting chargers
The Route

San Francisco to Los Angeles

Seven days along Highway 1, covering approximately 380 miles of the most scenic coastline in the world. Every stage will be tracked on Strava.

Golden Gate Bridge at sunrise with morning fog
Days 1-2~80 miles

San Francisco to Santa Cruz

Cross the Golden Gate, ride through Half Moon Bay, and descend into Santa Cruz along winding coastal roads.

Bixby Bridge along the Big Sur coast
Days 3-4~90 miles

Santa Cruz to Big Sur

Roll through Monterey and Carmel-by-the-Sea before entering the breathtaking Big Sur coastline -- one of the most dramatic stretches of road in the world.

Santa Barbara coastline with palm trees
Days 5-6~130 miles

Big Sur to Santa Barbara

Navigate the rolling hills of San Luis Obispo wine country and push south through Pismo Beach to the palm-lined coast of Santa Barbara.

Coastal highway approaching Los Angeles
Day 7~80 miles

Santa Barbara to Los Angeles

The final push through Ventura and Malibu. Finish strong as the LA skyline comes into view and you roll into Santa Monica.

The Cause

Riding for Alzheimer's Awareness

This ride takes place during Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month. We're dedicating every mile to the millions of families affected by this devastating disease. All donations go directly to Alzheimer's research and caregiver support organizations.

More than 6 million Americans are living with Alzheimer's disease.

Alzheimer's is the 6th leading cause of death in the United States.

Every 65 seconds, someone in the U.S. develops Alzheimer's.

June is Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month.

Purple Alzheimer's awareness ribbon
Resources

Training Tips

Thinking about taking on a multi-day ride yourself? Here's how we're preparing for 380 miles along the coast.

Build a Base

Start with 12-16 weeks of structured base training. Increase weekly mileage by no more than 10% each week to avoid injury.

Train for Climbs

The coast isn't flat. Incorporate hill repeats and long climbs into your weekly rides to build the strength you'll need for Big Sur.

Cross-Train

Supplement your riding with core work, stretching, and strength training. A strong body off the bike makes you stronger on it.

Back-to-Back Rides

Practice multi-day riding by doing long rides on consecutive days. This teaches your body to recover and perform day after day.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about the Tour de California Coast charity ride and how you can support the cause.

Follow Along

Join the Journey

Follow our content channels and share with friends to help spread the word.

Facebook

Daily photos and updates from the road. Follow along as we capture the beauty of the California coast.

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YouTube

We'll be posting ride recaps and highlight videos after each stage so you can experience the journey with us.

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Strava

Track our live rides, see the exact routes, and cheer us on with kudos as we make our way south.

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