2026 Pedals and Passport

Last updated: 7/18/2026

Pedals and Passport

August 8, 2026

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www.majortaylordetroit.org

1. SCHEDULE OF EVENTS | 2. ROUTES | 3. REGISTRATION INFORMATION | 4. RIDER AMENITIES

2. TRAVEL INTO CANADA | 6. HOTEL LOCATIONS | 7. RIDER REMINDERS

EVENT OVERVIEW

Pedals and Passport is the signature event of the Metro 313 Cyclones - Major Taylor Detroit. This fun international event and historic path of the Underground Railroad focuses on scenic cycling just across the United States border in the country of Canada.

When you travel from the Motor City of Detroit, Michigan, you will be treated to some fantastic and low elevation cycling as you venture into Canada’s most southern city of Windsor, Ontario. Whether you take the Ambassador Bridge and be treated with a breathtaking city landscape of two countries or decide to drive through the tunnel underneath the Detroit River, our Canadian friends will be ready to receive you.

Pedals and Passport has three route options that will take you through some of the historic cities that were originally part of the northern portion of the Underground Railroad (Go Visit AMHERSTBURG FREEDOM MUSEUM). All routes will start and end at Malden Park. From there, the mostly flat and smooth terrain will take you southeast to the cities of Amherstburg, Colchester, and Kingsville, Ontario, with coastal views of the Detroit River, windmill laden farms and wine vineyards, and relaxing overlooks of Lake Erie. Make sure you have your PASSPORT or enhanced driver's license to cross the border.

Check out our video: Pedals and Passport Video

To learn more about Marshall Walter "Major" Taylor, click here. Click here for the Major Taylor Biography at a Glance

The Major Taylor Association, Inc., is a nonprofit, tax-exempt [501 (c)(3)] organization raising money to maintain the statue of the 1899 world cycling champion in his hometown of Worcester, Mass., and to educate people about Major Taylor's life and legacy. Click DONATE if you would like to make a contribution to support.

GORDIE HOWE BRIDGE INTERNATIONAL BRIDGE UPDATE

GREAT NEWS! The Gordie Howe International Bridge will be OPEN in time for Pedals and Passport. Our long wait full of promises and delays is over!!!

Here are the details;

July 27: The bridge opens to Vehicle and Commuter traffic.

August 5: The bridge opens to Pedestrians and Cyclists.

We are anticipating great interest for the first few days of the multi-use pedestrian and cycling path. There is no fee to walk or cycle into Canada or the return into the United States. There is a charge for cars and other vehicles. Please be mindful that your passport is still required to walk, cycle, or drive between countries. You will not be allowed entry if you do not have it.

As of now, the logistics, traffic flow, and processing times are unknown, and Metro 313 Cyclones will only have a couple of days to evaluate those logistics prior to our event. The Detroit Greenway Coalition is providing essential information for crossing the border. Please click on this link for the latest on Crossing the Gordie Howe International Bridge. In addition, we will keep you informed frequently when we have more logistical information regarding the bridge crossing. We asked for your patience while we sort things out. Please add yourself to GroupMe (see below) for real time updates.

We have included routes to and from the Pedals and Passport event location, Malden Park in Canada. You now have the option to either drive or cycle to the starting location for the event. We provided two “Bridge to Canada” out and back cycling routes. The distance is approximately seven (7) miles. If you choose this option, you will need to factor in the Canadian Border processing time, have your passport, and maybe a bit of patience. Again, we will communicate any information as soon as we know it.

LINK TO PREVIEW ROUTES - ALL ROUTES TO BE FINALIZED AUGUST 4TH

HOST HOTEL

NOTE: Preferred Hotels - Less than 15 miles from Malden Park

Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Detroit – Dearborn - SOLD OUT

6355 Mercury Dr, Dearborn, MI 48126

(313) 565-1800

SpringHill Suites Detroit Dearborn - ACROSS FROM HOST HOTEL (SECONDARY OPTION, Special Rate not available)

6335 Mercury Dr, Dearborn, MI 48126

(313) 336-3900

MORE HOTEL OPTIONS UNDER SECTION 6. HOTEL LOCATIONS

1. SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

FRIDAY, AUGUST 7, 2026

3:00 pm (Meet up) | 3:30 pm (Rollout)

Pedals and Passport Pre-Ride/Shakeout Tour

“Wha Up Doe!” This is a casual pace ride. Pace will be between 15 and 16 mph. The route is provided below if you want to venture on your own.

(Expect 1 ½ to 2 hrs | 25 to 30 Miles) | Click here for the Pre-Ride/Shakeout Route - PREVIEW

Welcome Center Parking at the Ambassador Bridge

MDOT Carpool Parking Lot Detroit,

1603 21st St, Detroit, MI 48216

6:00 pm ~ 8:00 pm: Metro 313 Cyclones Welcome Social / Registration Pickup)

Location: TBD

SATURDAY, AUGUST 8, 2026 (EVENT DAY)

Event Day / Registration Pickup You will be able to obtain your registration packet pickup on the day of the ride. You must wear your wristband for rest stops and after-ride lunch. ** NO REGISTRATION ONSITE **

Location: Malden Park Visitor's Center

4200 Malden Road | Windsor, Ontario, N9C 2G2, Canada

Note: If using your own navigation system, please use the address as provided or you may be routed to a different location at the park. The following map provides the location from the Ambassador Bridge to Malden Park Visitor's Center.

Parking: There is no charge for parking at the Malden Park Visitor’s Center.

PLEASE ARRIVE AT MALDEN PARK EARLY

This is to allow yourself time to get through Customs as there may be a traffic buildup when entering into Canada.

6:00 am ~ 7:00 am | Pedals and Passport Event Setup

7:00 am | Registration Opens and closes at 9:30 am.

• After we set up registration and once you or your group has checked in, you are more than welcome to hit the road early or at any time. You must be on the road by the posted rollout times and through the rest stops before the closing times.

• Everyone is expected to be back at the starting location by 4:00 pm.)

7:00 am ~ 9:00 am | “Optional” Cyclone Led Group Ride (Cyclone Ride Marshals)

• A feature of Pedals and Passport is that we offer an optional Cyclone Led Group ride for each route for those who are not a part of a club or who do not want to ride solo.

• Each Cyclone Led Group ride will have ride marshals (ride leaders and sweepers), and will leave at pre-defined times at a set pace. Refer to the Routes Section

9:30 am | Registration Closes (All Riders should be on the road)

1:00 pm | After-Ride Lunch (Approximately)

• Lunch will be served approximately around 1:00 pm (based on returning riders).

• Lunch will be provided for all registered riders and vegetarian/vegan options will be available.

1:00 pm ~ 3:00 pm | Rest Stop Closures

• ALL routes must be completed and riders returned to Malden Park by 4:00 pm. Please be mindful of each rest stop closing time, otherwise, you risk not having support.

• The Kingsville Rest Stop (Lakeside Park) will close at 1:00 pm.

• The Colchester Rest Stop (Colchester Park) will close at 2:00 pm.

• The Amherstburg Rest Stop (Libro Centre) will close at 3:00 pm.

4:00 pm | Event Ends / Pedals and Passport Event Closedown

6:00 pm ~ 8:00 pm | Metro 313 Cyclones Post Event Social

Location: To be Announced at a later date

SUNDAY, AUGUST 9, 2026

8:00 am (Meet up) | 8:30 am (Rollout)

Pedals and Passport Recovery Ride

There will be two pace options to end the weekend of festivities. One ride will be a casual pace, less than 17 mph. The other will be a little “spicy" if that's what you like. (Expect 1 ½ to 2 hrs | 25 to 30 Miles for both pace groups)

• Click Here for Route Link to Casual Pace - Detroit Historical Ride - TBA

• Click Here for Route Link to Spicy Pace Recovery Ride - TBA

Group ride through the City of Detroit - Belle Isle | Dossin Great Lakes Museum

100 The Strand, Detroit, MI 48207

• Fee to park on Island

2. ROUTES

LINK TO PREVIEW ROUTES - ALL ROUTES TO BE FINALIZED AUGUST 4TH

Click Here for Route Cuesheets via RidewithGPS - (Routes are subject to change but the final route will be posted by 8/4/2026 and the indicator changed to FINAL.)

• Kingsville Cyclone Century+ - Click Here for the Cyclone Century+ Route - PREVIEW

• Arrive 1 hour early.

• The Cyclone Led Group will ROLLOUT at 7:00 am (Group A: Avg. Pace 18+ mph / Group B: Avg. 15 to 17 mph

• If riding on your own please be on the road no later than 7:30 am.

• *** FOLLOW THE ORANGE ARROWS ***

• Colchester Metric - Click Here for the Colchester Metric Route - PREVIEW

• Arrive at least 1 hour early.

• The Cyclone Led Group will ROLLOUT at 8:00 am (Group A: Avg. Pace 18+ mph / Group B: Avg. 15 to 17+ mph)

• If riding on your own please be on the road no later than 8:30 am

• *** FOLLOW THE GREEN ARROWS ***

• Amherstburg 30 - Click Here for the Amherstburg 30 Route - PREVIEW

• Arrive at least 1 hour early.

• The Cyclone Led Group will ROLLOUT at 9:00 am (Group A: Avg. Pace 15 to 17 mph / Group B: Avg. 12 to 15+ mph

• If riding on your own please be on the road no later than 9:30 am.

• *** FOLLOW THE YELLOW ARROWS ***

3. REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Registration is done via BikeReg.com. NOTE there is a small processing fee from BikeReg.

• Early Registration is $70.00 (US) - Now until April 30, 2026

• Regular Registration is $75.00 - May 1, 2026 until June 30, 2026

• Late Registration is $85.00 - July 1, 2026 until August 5, 2026

FOR CANADIAN RESIDENTS: Due to the exchange rate for Canadian residents, the registration and registration fee payment must be handled by the Pedals and Passport Committee. Please send an email to [email protected] with the Subject: Canadian Resident for Pedals and Passport.

*** NO ONSITE REGISTRATION | NO REFUNDS ***

PEDALS AND PASSPORT EVENT REFUND POLICY

THERE IS NO REFUND FOR THE EVENT. There is no rain date; Pedals and Passport will go on rain or shine. In case of severe weather or restrictions mandated by local Canadian municipalities, Metro 313 Cyclones reserves the right to cancel/alter/modify Pedals and Passport. All attendees will be notified in advance.

4. RIDER AMENITIES

Items included in your registration:

• Commemorative Wristband

• Commemorative Gift (guaranteed if registered by June 30, 2026)

• Commemorative Medal (guaranteed if registered by June 30, 2026)

• SAG support

• At each rest stop water, snacks

• After-Ride Lunch (Vegetarian/Vegan Options will be Available)

EMAIL COMMUNICATIONS

Registered attendees will receive regular communications beginning June 1, 2026.

BIKE SETUP SUPPORT or BIKE RENTAL

If you are traveling with your bike in a travel bag and need assistance setting it back up, our partners at Trek are willing to help with a complimentary service to get you going.

Trek Bicycle Grosse Pointe

20343 Mack Ave.

Gross Point Woods, MI 48236

(313) 887-1821

Hours: Tuesday ~ Saturday, 10AM ~ 6PM

Ask for Steve and mention Pedals and Passport

FOR BIKE RENTALS

The Garage Detroit - Bicycles and Motors

7455 Greenfield Rd

Detroit, MI 48228

(313) 269-5003

Hours: Monday ~ Saturday, 12PM ~ 6PM

Livernois Bike Shop

16657 Livernois

Detroit, MI 48221

(313) 269-5003

Hours: Monday ~ Saturday, 12PM ~6PM

5. TRAVEL INTO CANADA

*** IMPORTANT INFORMATION! PLEASE READ! ***

You are traveling to and cycling in another country! Please ensure you are able to travel outside of the United States.

Please ensure you have a valid and current passport or Enhanced Driver's License. You will be unable to enter the country if this is not the case.

1. Review this information What can Visitors bring in Canada.

2. Review this information if you are traveling with a firearm.

3. It is illegal to take controlled substances across the Canadian border, whether you are entering or leaving the country, unless you have a prescription to do so. Refer to the link for detailed information.

4. COVID Requirements are regularly updated. Refer to the link for the latest information.

5. Travel requirements entering Canada;

• Use a passport for international travel, widely accepted.

• Citizens of the United States need a valid U.S. passport to fly to or transit through a Canadian airport.

• Citizens of the United States coming to Canada by car, bus, train or boat need to carry proper identification and meet the basic requirements to enter Canada.

• Please contact your cellular company to ensure you have cellular service coverage.

• Please contact your credit card or banking institution to inform them of you travel out of country to avoid unintentional fraud alerts.

• There is NO Shuttle or Transport service To and From the event.

Via Car

1. There is a charge for traveling into and returning from Canada. The approximate amount is $9.00 (US). PLEASE NOTE: The fee station is Debit/Credit Card.

2. If Traveling via the Detroit-Windsor Tunnel, 100 E Jefferson, Detroit, MI 48226.

3. If Traveling via the Ambassador Bridge, Malden Park Visitor’s Center is closer. (As you exit customs, just stay on Ambassador Bridge/Huron Church Rd, turn right on Malden Rd.)

PLEASE ARRIVE AT MALDEN PARK EARLY

This is to allow yourself time to get through Customs as there may be a traffic buildup when entering into Canada.

Prepared Answers when traveling into Canada

• Where are you from or where do you live? Answer honestly, your information is being looked up anyway.

• If driving, What is your Driver's License number? Have it on you or memorize it.

• Where are you going or why are you here? Participating in the Pedals and Passport Cycling Event at Malden Park.

• How long will you be in the country? Approximately 12 hrs, or answer honestly unless you are staying at one of the hotels.

• Are you bringing anything with you or carrying any firearms? The answer should be NO and please do not have any firearms or other contraband on you.

Prepared Answers when traveling back into the United States

• Where are you from or do you live? Answer honestly, you information is being looked up anyway.

• If driving, What is your Driver's License number? Have it on you or memorize it.

• Where are you coming from or or why were you in Canada? Participating in the Pedals and Passport Cycling Event at Malden Park.

• How long were you in Canada? Approximately 12 hrs, or answer honestly unless you are staying at one of the hotels.

• Are you bringing anything back with you or carrying any firearms? The answer should be NO (or answer honestly if you bought a gift or duty item, and please do not have any firearms or other contraband on you.

6. HOTEL LOCATIONS

NOTE: Preferred Hotels - Less than 15 miles from Malden Park

Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Detroit – Dearborn - HOST HOTEL (SPECIAL RATE IN EFFECT UNTIL JULY 9th, 2026)

6355 Mercury Dr, Dearborn, MI 48126

(313) 240-030

Call and ask for Pedals And Passport Hotel Rate or Click here to go directly to the website with the hotel rate..

Room Rate: $149.00 per night (+ Taxes) for King and Double Queen (based on availability)

Deadline to reserve at special rate: July 9, 2026

Link: Pedals and Passport Hotel Rate

SpringHill Suites Detroit Dearborn - ACROSS FROM HOST HOTEL (SECONDARY OPTION)

6335 Mercury Dr, Dearborn, MI 48126

(313) 336-3900

DOWNTOWN DETROIT, MICHIGAN HOTELS - Less than 7 miles from Malden Park

Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center

Renaissance Center, 400 Renaissance Dr W, Detroit, MI 48243

Phone: 313-568-8000

Courtyard by Marriott Detroit Downtown

333 E Jefferson, Detroit, MI 48226

Phone: (313) 222-7700

Hilton Garden Inn Detroit Downtown

351 Gratiot Ave, Detroit, MI 48226

Phone: (313) 967-0900

OTHER DEARBORN, MICHIGAN HOTELS - Less than 15 miles from Malden Park

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Detroit - Dearborn

5801 Southfield Fwy, Detroit, MI 48228

(313) 336-3340

WINDSOR, ONTARIO, CANADA HOTELS - 1 to 5 miles from Malden Park

Holiday Inn & Suites Windsor (Ambassador Bridge)

1855 Huron Church Rd, Windsor, ON N9C 2L6, Canada

Phone: (519) 966-1200

Hampton Inn and Suites by Hilton

1840 Huron Church Rd

Windsor, ON N9C 2L5, Canada

(519) 972-0770

Hyatt Place Windsor

2080 Huron Church Rd

Windsor, ON N9C 2L7, Canada

(519) 972-0710

Caesars Windsor

377 Riverside Dr E, Windsor, ON N9A 7H7, Canada

Phone: (800) 991-7777

Holiday Inn Express Windsor Waterfront

33 Riverside Dr E, Windsor, ON N9A 2S4, Canada

Phone: (519) 258-7774

Doubletree Hilton Windsor Hotel & Suites

333 Riverside Drive West, Windsor, Ontario, N9A 7C5, Canada

Phone: (519) 977-9777

Best Western Plus Waterfront Hotel

277 Riverside Dr W, Windsor, ON N9A 5K4, Canada

Phone: (519) 973-5555

Four Points Sheraton Windsor Downtown

430 Ouellette Ave, Windsor, ON N9A 1B2, Canada

Phone: (519) 256-4656

Comfort Inn & Suites Ambassador Bridge

2330 Huron Church Road, Windsor, ON N9E 3S6, Canada

Phone: (519) 972-1100

7. RIDER REMINDERS

Understanding your Cycling Fitness: The minimum expected average pace to complete the Colchester Metric / Kingsville Cyclone Century+ routes is 15 mph. Please know your cycling fitness and choose the appropriate route to ensure you can complete your ride by 4:00 pm.

• Make sure your bicycle is tuned and in good safe working condition and you have spare inner tube and air in your tires.

• Bring Water bottle filled with water/sports drink and maybe an energy (bar, gel) to stay safe and stay hydrated.

• The following will make your ride more enjoyable: Cycling gloves, sunglasses, padded cycling shorts, sunscreen.

• All riders must sign a waiver form.

• All riders must wear helmets, no exceptions!

• If unable to attend, you will be able to transfer your registration but there will be NO REFUNDS

• Questions email: [email protected].

GROUP RIDE ETIQUETTE

1. If you ride with the Cyclone Led Group, please follow the ride leader at the pace that is set. Each group led option will have sweepers to ensure no one is left behind.

2. Cycling in a group can be an enjoyable and rewarding experience, but it's essential to maintain clear communication with your fellow riders to ensure everyone's safety and comfort.

3. One effective way to communicate is through hand signals, which can indicate upcoming turns, stops, or potential hazards on the road. Be sure to use these signals well in advance of any action, giving your fellow cyclists ample time to react.

4. Verbal cues, such as calling out "slowing," "stopping," or "car back," can also be beneficial in alerting others to changes in the group's movements or approaching vehicles.

5. Proper road etiquette is equally important when riding with a group this summer. Always ride predictably and maintain a steady line, avoiding sudden movements that could cause confusion or accidents.

6. When passing another rider, announce your intention by calling out "on your left" and ensure you have ample room to overtake safely.

7. Adhere to traffic rules and regulations, including stopping at stop signs and red lights, and yielding to pedestrians. By practicing proper communication and road etiquette, you can contribute to a safer, more enjoyable group cycling experience for everyone involved.

SAFETY – IT’S EVERYONE’S RESPONSIBILITY!

Pedals and Passport is an open road course, so cyclists will be riding with vehicular traffic and must obey traffic laws. All cyclists are required to wear a helmet. To help ensure your safety on ride day, there will be directional signage and map routes available online. If you prefer to ride as a group, there will be ride leaders and sweepers on each route leaving at specific times.

PLEASE NOTE: Stretches of the Pedals and Passports route will be along Essex County Road 20 with limited bike and shoulder lanes. It is acceptable for cyclists in Windsor to safely assume the right lane and for cars to pass via the left lane. You will see signs like the one below or something similar throughout the route. Please use discretion when attempting to pass other riders or traveling in a peloton.

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Last updated: 7/18/2026