Dunedin, Florida · Saturday, November 14, 2026
The Ride 4 the Animals is a 12 miles, 31 miles, 55 miles, and cycling event held on Saturday, November 14, 2026. It is located at Ed Eckert Drive in Dunedin, Florida.
Ride 4 the Animals
Saturday 14 November 2026
TOP GUN 3500 Pinellas Bayway S Shelter #5 St. Petersburg, FL 33715 Start Time: 7:00 am
TARPON SPRINGS SPRINT TRI/DU SEPTEMBER 26, 2026
The Sprint TRIATHLON race begins with a quarter mile swim at 8:00 a.m. off of Fred Howard Beach which is a popular swim location for tourists and beach goers. The bike portion of the race is a 10 mile scenic route and paved and closed roads taking you across Fred Howard Causeway and into historic Tarpon Springs. Our bike course is one of our favorite ways to showcase our beautiful town and it is well staff by the Tarpon Police Department and race volunteers. The run ends inside Fred Howard Park with a 5K that takes you back to the finish line right next to transition area.
The DUATHLON is a 5K run/10 mile bike, 5K run
The Sprint AQUABIKE category is the 1/4 mile swim and the 10 mile bike, your finish time is when you cross the timing mat with your bike at transition. You can then head over to the finish line at your leisure to get your finisher's medal. This is a fantastic category for those who are unable to run due to injury or circumstance but we still would love to have you in attendance.
The Olympic TRIATHLON race begins with a half mile swim at 7:00 a.m. off of Fred Howard Beach which is a popular swim location for tourists and beach goers. The swim will consist of completing the 1/4 Mile Swim, running along the beach into a shute and back out for another 1/4 Mile swim; for a 1/2 Mile swim. The bike portion of the race is a 10 mile scenic route and paved and closed roads taking you across Fred Howard Causeway and into historic Tarpon Springs. Our bike course is one of our favorite ways to showcase our beautiful town and it is well staff by the Tarpon Police Department and race volunteers. Bike course will be done twice with a turnaround for the Olympians, making it a 20 Mile course. The run turns around inside Fred Howard Park with a 5K that you will complete TWICE for a 10K and then head to the finish line right next to transition area.
The Olympic AQUABIKE category is the 1/2 mile swim and the 20 mile bike, your finish time is when you cross the timing mat with your bike at transition. You can then head over to the finish line at your leisure to get your finisher's medal. This is a fantastic category for those who are unable to run due to injury or circumstance but we still would love to have you in attendance.
Course Cut-Off Times: Swim 8:30am Bike 9:30am Run(Finish Line) 10:30am
Now the fun begins and it has made this race famous...the post race party food is out of this world and unique to any race you have ever attended. Rotarians bake dozens of homemade cookies and gather food from some of the best Greek restaurants in the world as Tarpon Springs is the hub for one of the most cultural Greek communities. From wraps, to spanikopita, to baklava, we will satisfy your appetite as you cross the finish line. Wash it all down with an ice cold beer at our Michelob Ultra post race extravaganza.
EARLY PACKET PICKUP & DAY OF RACE REGISTRATION - will be available on Thursday AND Friday evening at
Chainwheel Drive Bike Shop, located at 32796 US Highway 19 N Palm Harbor FL 34684 from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
DAY OF RACE PACKET PICKUP & DAY OF RACE REGISTRATION will be available at the race start on Saturday starting at 6:00 a.m. until 7:15 a.m.
USAT Event
USAT athletes must provide a valid USAT# and present their USAT card & photo ID at registration. A $60 Annual license can be purchased at www.usatmembership.com (For athletes under 17 years of age, price is $10 for an annual membership) Non-USAT licensed athletes must purchase the $13 one-day license. This is available during on-line registration.
The USAT Age rule requires that all participants race by birth year rather than their age on race day. This means your race age will be the same for all sanctioned events for an entire calendar year. The age group of a participant will be determined by age on Dec. 31 of the event year, not by age on race day. For example: If you turn 25 years old in July, you will race and be ranked in the 25-29 age group for the entire season.
AWARDS
FINISHER MEDAL to ALL FINISHERS!
TRIATHLON: Top Overall First Place Finishers Male / Female
Top Overall Masters (40 - 49) Male / Female
Top Overall Grand Masters (50 - 59) Male / Female
Top Overall Mega Masters (60 and up) Male / Female
Awards 3 deep in 5 year Age Groups (14 & under thru 85 & up) , Clydesdale (Men 220+lbs), Athena (Women 165+ lbs), Physically Challenged, Military/LEO/PSO, Novice (Sprint Only), Fat Tire, and Relay Teams.
DUATHLON: Awards for Top 3 Male & Female Duathletes (No Age Groups)
AQUABIKE: Awards for Top 3 Male & Female AquaBike (No Age Groups)
An email with your athlete information packet will be sent by the end of day on Thursday prior to the race with arrival instructions, updated information and all the important details needed to be race day ready.
Packet pick up times and locations can be found on the race website www.TarponSpringsTriathlon.com
Results will be posted race day at www.DRCsports.com with 5 split times gathered.
For those of you who visit the park regularly please understand the county is very good about removing the speed bumps on the causeway the evening prior to the race. Due to so many hundreds arriving on the island at one time you are encouraged to arrive early at the venue Transition opens at 6:00 a.m. and closes at 6:45 a.m.
Additional information can be found at www.TarponSpringsTriathlon.com
PIRATE ATTACK ON FT. DE SOTO 3500 Pinellas Bayway S Shelter #5 St. Petersburg, FL 33715 Start Time: 7:00 am
Last Chance Triathlon
Register for Florida's 6th Annual Bike Ride & Beer Festival 2027! BIKES & BEERS Cycling Event Series is back at TAMPA BAY BREWING COMPANY for the Best Bike Ride & Beer Event in the business! Ride a 15, 30, or 45-mile route through the beautiful area of Tampa, Florida followed by a post-ride Beer Festival! Bikes & Beers TAMPA is the area's premier cycling event departing from TAMPA BAY BREWING and traveling the scenic roads and bike paths of Tampa, FL. All rides feature morning fuel stations, marked routes, GPS turn-by-turn instruction, rest stops, refreshments, ride marshals, and SAG support. Finish back at TBBC for a beer festival atmosphere of rewarding craft beers, live music, a charity raffle & much more!
This is a ride for everyone - All riding levels are welcome!
WHAT IS BIKES & BEERS:
Pick your ride distance and create a team of friends & family (optional)
Mark your calendar for a fun day of cycling and craft beer!
Pre Ride:
Check in a half hour before your start time
We'll provide parking & further ride info in email instructions
Enjoy free coffee & fresh pastries
Local bike shops offering last-minute tune-ups
Ride your distance with ride leaders
Fully marked routes & GPS turn-by-turn instructions
Mechanical support vehicle
Rest stops with snacks & refreshments
It's time to enjoy (2) complimentary beers on us!
Official co-branded Bikes & Beers Pint Glass for every rider
Bikes & Beers high-quality neoprene koozies
Enjoy the food trucks, live music, games
Check out our Bikes & Beers merch tent & snack stand
Live raffle with $3,000+ in prizes!
*Further event information will be communicated in emails after registration and in the days and weeks leading up to event day!
WHAT YOU'LL GET:
Official Bikes & Beers X TAMPA BAY BREWING 2027 Pint Glass
(2) TAMPA BAY BREWING Craft Beers are ON US!
High-Quality Neoprene Beer Koozies
Raffle Ticket with a Chance to WIN PRIZES!
Collectible Bike Plate - Event Photos!
Unique Pretzels & Athletic Non-Alcoholic Beer
Entry into the Post-Ride Party with LIVE MUSIC, RAFFLE, GAMES, FOOD TRUCKS & MORE!
NEW TO OUR 2027 EVENTS:
PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHERS - At least (3) photographers will be snapping pics of your Bikes & Beers experience pre-ride, during the ride, and post-ride! We have amazing photo ops!
NON-ALCOHOLIC BEER OPTIONS - Still want to ride with us but don't want the alcohol? We now have Athletic Brewing sponsoring all our events! Looks for the blue tent and cooler full of flavorful non-alcoholic brews!
COLLECTABLE BIKE PLATES - At check-in, you'll receive a collectible event wristband and bike plate designed just for this event! They look awesome!
SPONSOR SNACKS & GIVEAWAYS - Morning coffee, fresh pastries, post-ride pretzel necklaces, recovery protein & much more!
IT'S A CELEBRATION OF CYCLING AND CRAFT BEER!
Riders will also receive a free raffle ticket for a chance to win brand-new bikes and a ton of other prizes including a private brewery tour and cycling gear!
Benefitting our charity partners to help improve the cycling conditions in your area. Have fun, and give back!