ONLINE REGISTRATION OPENED ON NOVEMBER 27TH AND CLOSED APRIL 15 AT 9:00AM.

If you would still like to ride, walk up registration on Friday, April 26 from 12pm-7pm will be available for Coastal Cruise ONLY. *Shirts not guaranteed for walk-up registrants.

IMPORTANT ROUTE NOTICE: due to construction on the bridge COASTAL CRUISE AND METRIC CENTURY ROUTES include a detour that will involve crossing the Indian River Inlet Bridge and a brief MANDATORY DISMOUNT to make a turn on to the pedestrian pathway and ramp on the north side of the bridge before resuming cycling. Refer to the REVISED versions on RidewithGPS map included in the Athletic Guide.

Join cyclists of all levels on April 26-27, 2024 in the Quiet Resorts for a cycling tour through Sussex County's beautiful beaches, bays, and beyond! This year is special as we celebrate the 35th Coral Anniversary of this beloved ride.  This award-winning event, presented by the Bethany-Fenwick Area Chamber of Commerce, offers cyclists 30-, 50-, metric century, and century rides on flat terrain. Select a combo option to include the 10-mile Coastal Cruise, benefitting the Delaware Center for the Inland Bays that can be completed at any point during the Bike Tour weekend.

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INSTAGRAM: @OCEANTOBAYBIKETOUR
FACEBOOK: THE QUIET RESORTS - BETHANY-FENWICK AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
WWW.OCEANTOBAYBIKETOUR.COM

 

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

• November 27th at 9:00 AM: Online Registration Opens
• November 27th -December 31st: Sign up to secure the lowest rates!
• January 1st - February 29th at 9:00 AM: Price Increases
• March 1st at 9:00 AM: Price Increases
• April 1st at 9:00 AM: Price Increases
• April 15th at 9:00 AM: Online Registration Closes

NOTE: No refunds will be given for canceled registrations.  The Ocean to Bay Bike Tour is a rain-or-shine, charitable event. No on-site registration will be available for the Saturday ride.

TEAM PRICING & REGISTRATION
Team Registrations (6 or more cyclists) 30, 50, Metric Century & Century Ride on Saturday with the option to add a 10 mile Coastal Cruise that can be completed at any point during the weekend after event check-in and packet pickup begins.
 

To qualify as a team:

• You must have 6 or more registered cyclists by March 31. Teams who don't meet the minimum 6 registrants will be billed the difference for packet pick up.
• Select Team Registration
• Open the Team List Drop-Down Menu to select register under your team name. If you do not see your team name listed, select other.
  • If you selected "Other" please type you Team Name and Team Captain during the registration process
  • Please make sure that your Team Name is spelled accurately in order to secure team rates.
• NOTE: All team registrants will be verified by team captains.

 

EVENT SHIRT INFORMATION In honor of the 35th Coral Anniversary, a commemorative throwback long-sleeve cotton event shirt will be included in your registration. If you would like to upgrade from a cotton to a tech shirt, that option is listed "add-on" item as "upgrade to tech" on the registration page. Additional options to add a second shirt (cotton or tech) are also available. Please contact 302-539-2100 with any questions.            Tech Shirt            Cotton Throwback Note: The cotton and/or tech event shirt is separate from the custom Voler bike jersey that is also available for purchase. EVENT CHECK-IN AND PACKET PICK-UP Packet pick-up will be located at the Christian Conference Center, located at the lawn along Garfield Parkway (15 N. Pennsylvania Ave, Bethany Beach), on Friday, April 26, from 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM and Saturday, April 27, from 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM at the Christian Conference Center. RIDE INFORMATION  The grass lot along Garfield Parkway (Christian Conference Center) will be the starting point for all rides. *All start times are subject to change* Coastal Cruise: can be completed any time Friday (12PM-5PM) or Saturday (11AM-5PM) Century Ride: 7:00AM - 7:30AM Metric Century Ride: 7:30AM - 8:00AM 50 Mile Ride: 8:00AM - 8:30AM 30 Mile Ride: 8:30AM - 9:00AM COMBO RIDE: Add the 10 MILE COASTAL CRUISE to your Ocean to Bay Bike Tour Weekend  Bike to benefit the bays by selecting the combo registration option to add the fun 10 mile coastal cruise ride up to Big Chill (located at the Indian River Inlet and back to Downtown Bethany. This ride can be completed any time on Friday (12:00PM- 5:00PM) or Saturday (11:00AM - 5:00PM). The starting point of the ride is the Christian Conference Center in Bethany Beach.  A portion of the proceeds from this ride goes towards the Delaware Center for the Inland Bays.  Note: There is a Coastal Cruise ONLY registration option. Visit here for more information and to register. On-site registration will be available for the Coastal Cruise ONLY on Friday (12:00PM-7:00PM). *Minors under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult* ATHLETE GUIDE An Ocean to Bay Bike Tour Athlete Guide will be emailed to all cyclists.  35TH ANNUAL OCEAN TO BAY BIKE TOUR JERSEY (Voler Jersey) A commemorative 35th Annual Ocean to Bay Bike Tour jersey is available for purchase for $75. Jerseys will be available for purchase until Tuesday, March 26 in order to ensure that they will be received by event day.   March 26 was the deadline to order a Voler Jersey with your online registration. After March 26, Voler Jerseys can be purchased directly from Voler. Any jerseys ordered after this deadline are not guaranteed to arrive by the day of the event.  CLICK HERE TO ORDER THE COMMEMORATIVE 35TH ANNUAL VOLER JERSEY ACCOMMODATIONS 1st Choice Properties 1st Choice Properties offers a variety of remarkable properties located in Bethany Beach, Ocean View, Fenwick Island, Frankford, Millville, Ocean City and Selbyville. Guests can enjoy spacious homes with top notch accommodations.  Click here to view properties! * Receive a 10% discount with the code BIKETOUR10 when you contact their office today (302) 257-5555 to book a property! WILGUS ASSOCIATES, INC. WILGUS offers incredible vacation rentals in some of the most popular Delaware beach towns, like Bethany Beach, Fenwick Island, Middlesex, Ocean View, and more. Their homes and condo rentals are in top communities like Sea Colony, Millville by the Sea, and Atlantic Watergate. Click Here for availability! Good Earth AIRBNB: Stay in 1 of our 6 unique spaces or under the stars on our campground. We’re located 5 miles from the Atlantic Ocean and Bethany Beach. Click Here for Cottage Rates Bethany Beach Ocean Suites: Exceed your travel expectations at Bethany Beach Ocean Suites Residence Inn. Nestled on the Bethany Beach Boardwalk, this oceanfront hotel surrounds you with the excitement of the sun, sand, and sea while spoiling you with sophisticated style. Click Here for BBOS Room Rates Fenwick Shores - Tapestry Collection by Hilton In the heart of Fenwick Island, half a mile from Fenwick Island State Park. Guests will enjoy a convenient, Coastal Highway location with beach access and covered parking. Click here to book your stay at Fenwick Shores Use Group Code  "BAY" to reserve at the reduced rate at Fenwick Shores.   Hotel Bethany Beach: Experience the best in award-winning hotel quality and service at the Hotel Bethany Beach. Our ideal location off Hwy 1, just two blocks from the beach, makes us the perfect choice whether you’re here for business or to soak in the sun on a Delaware beach. Click Here for Room Rates at Hotel Bethany Beach Hyatt Place Dewey Beach offers seaside comforts for the soul. Stroll the boardwalk, tour a brewery, or enjoy a round of mini-golf. Revel in the Delaware sunset, and unwind in an airy room or a condo with a full kitchen and other perks. Click Here for Room Rates at Hyatt Place *Guest room discount of $189. Cut-off date to book rooms is April 5th   QUESTIONS & CONTACT INFORMATION Host: Bethany-Fenwick Area Chamber of Commerce Mailing Address: 36913 Coastal Hwy., Fenwick Island, DE 19944 Email: events@thequietresorts.com Phone: (302)539-1919  The Ocean to Bay Bike Tour is a rain-or-shine, charitable, non-refundable event. No refunds will be given for canceled registrations.  NOTE:  The Bethany-Fenwick Area Chamber of Commerce reserves the right to limit the number of participants and to close registration early to ensure a safe event! VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES - Click Here to Sign Up! With 2000+ cyclists coming to the area, there are many opportunities to volunteer prior to the date of the event (packet assembly, packing, etc.) and on the day of the rides as well. Visit the volunteer page to sign up to assist with this amazing event! To sign up to volunteer at any of the rest stops, please email Alyssa directly at events@thequietresorts.com