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Upcoming rides and races in Pittsburgh including recreational bicycling tours, challenging rides, and professional races. There is something for everyone from families and children to weekend cyclists to hard-core riders.

Pedal Pittsburgh
The Pittsburgh region's premier spring bicycle ride, Pedal Pittsburgh is a fun educational bicycle tour of the neighborhoods and landmarks that make Pittsburgh unique. The ride has 15, 25, 35, 50, and 60 mile rides to accommodate everyone from weekend cyclists and families to hard core cyclists.

That Dam Ride
This weekend ride held each September runs from Boston or Connellsville to Confluence and back (140 mi or 56mi rides) with camping at the dam.

The Great Ride
The original recreational bicycling tour of Pittsburgh offers 50 mile, 30 mile, 20 mile and family trail rides. Great for serious riders, new riders, and families! Held annually in July.

Keystone Ride
Governor Tom Ridge leads this annual bike ride, a two-day bicycle trip to promote travel, tourism and safe bicycling in Pennsylvania. The ride averages about 60 miles per day and compete support is available.

The Mon Valley Century
One day cycling tour of the Mon River Valley held each August. Features rides of 30, 50, 70, and 100 miles.

Murraysville Cycling Classic
Ten-mile road race held each July in Murraysville, PA about 20 minutes east of Pittsburgh. Entry levels include Juniors, Women, Masters, Pro, and Senior. Cash prizes. The Murraysville is a Pennsylvania Cycling Association BAR Race.

SABRE
This annual AYH sponsored bicycle tour of southwest Pennsylvania offers 15 mile, 35 mile and 65 mile challenging (hilly) ride options thru scenic farmland at the height of autumn colour.

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