NYC Cup Finals - Diamond Mountain Classic Road Race

Registration March 15 to August 27, 2026!

Choose from six beautiful routes: 12, 25, 50, 62, 100, or 125 miles -- through the farm and lake country of northern and western New Jersey.

• Scenic routes, GPS files and cue sheets

• Post-ride lunch, with vegetarian and gluten-free options, will be available for riders until 5:00 PM

• Fully stocked rest stops

• Roving SAG wagons/bike maintenance by local bike shops

• Free 4-month BTCNJ membership for non-members

• The Ramapo Rally goes on -- rain or shine!

Good news for non-BTCNJ members! Your Ramapo Rally registration fee also includes a special membership to BTCNJ. You will be able to access our ride schedule and find other member-specific information. Instructions as to how to activate your BTCNJ membership will be included in the confirmation email you will receive.

You can ride on your own or join escorted rides, which will leave at predetermined times on Rally morning. All riders under the age of 18 years old must be escorted by a parent or guardian. Experienced BTCNJ ride leaders will lead rides for the 12-, 25- and 50-mile routes. The 50-, 62-, 100-, and 125-mile routes will have experienced BTCNJ marshals. All century and 125-mile route riders must depart by 8:00 a.m. All riders must finish by 4:30 p.m.

Registered riders can pick up cue sheets at check-in, and there will be knowledgeable advisers to answer questions. Links to GPS files will be available on the “Routes” Tab ( www.ramaporally.com ) one week before the Rally. Please take a look at BTCNJ’s 2026 Ramapo Rally Guide for Riders for additional information.

Remember to visit www.ramaporally.com frequently for updates on routes, meeting times and other information you should know before the day of the rally.

12-mile route

This is a ride for beginners and families on a route with 450 feet of elevation, travels through mostly residential streets and has a few rolling hills to test your energy. There will be one rest stop available for this route. Max grade is 5.1%, Route description is Rolling to flat.

25-mile route

This is a ride for beginners ready to try a longer distance to intermediate cyclists able to keep an average of 9 mph and above on a route with 1,058 feet of elevation that will challenge you with some rolling hills. There will be one rest stop available for this route. Max grade is 5.6%, Route description is rolling.

50-mile route

This ride is for intermediate cyclists able to keep an average of 11 mph and above on a route with 1,816 feet of elevation that will offer rolling to moderately hilly sections. There will be two rest stops servicing this route. Max grade is 6.7%, Route description is rolling.

62-mile route

This route is a classic metric for intermediate to experienced cyclists able to ride at averages of 13 mph and above on a route with 2,908 feet of elevation and a mix of moderate and hilly terrain. This route will be serviced by three rest stops. Max grade is 9.1%, Route description is hilly to moderately hilly.

100-mile route

The Ramapo Rally century is for experienced and skilled cyclists able to ride at averages of 14 mph and above on a route with 4,993 feet of elevation and some challenging hills. There will be four rest stops servicing this route. Max grade is 8.5%, Route description is hilly to moderately hilly.

125-mile route

This double metric is for experienced and skilled cyclists capable of reaching averages of 16 mph and above on a route with 6,227 feet of elevation and several challenging long and steep hills. Five rest stops will be available for this route. Max grade is 10.9%, Route description is hilly to moderately hilly.

The BTCNJ Ramapo Rally will follow any New Jersey State health guidelines that are in place on the day of the event. We want the Ramapo Rally to be as safe as possible for participants and volunteers. We will do our best to provide you with a fantastic, fun, and safe day riding with your friends, family and fellow members of the cycling community.

Event details and schedule

Check-in is open from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Century and 125-mile riders are required to be on the road before 8:00 a.m. All riders must return to the start site by 5:00 p.m.

Check www.ramaporally.com for the schedule of escorted rides and other information pertinent to the event. All riders must wear helmets.

Make sure to bring a copy of the confirmation of your registration, a bike in good condition, water bottles and a helmet.

On arrival, you will be directed where to park. Make sure to check in at registration to receive your bib, wristband (required for rest stop goodies and lunch). Cue sheets will also be available near the registration area.

Refunds will be granted on a case-by-case basis. Absolutely no refunds will be given after July 31, 2026.

This is a beautiful and challenging two and half mile swim across the majestic Hudson River from Nyack, NY to the historic village of Sleepy Hollow, NY.

Our goal is to give swimmers the opportunity to enjoy the panoramic views as they swim across the scenic Hudson River while supporting Feeding Westchester and other local charities.

All swimmers must have proof of open water experience or must have a life guard or swim coach sign off on their ability. This proof can be uploaded at time of registration or sent to the [email protected] by August 26th at the latest. Proof can consist of results from a prior swim event or triathlon. If this is not available a swim coach or lifeguard can sign off on the swimmer's capability to swim across the Hudson River. All swimmers will be required to wear a safety buoy which will be supplied at the event. The swim must completed in three hours.

The Lighthouse Swim is a charity event, and we carefully plan and budget based on participant registrations and commitments made in advance. For this reason, all registration fees and donations are non-refundable. We highly recommend signing up for race insurance.

If you are unable to participate, you may request a deferral prior to the event, subject to approval and applicable deadlines.

In the event the swim is canceled due to weather, safety concerns, or circumstances beyond our control, registration fees and donations will not be refunded. The Lighthouse Swim takes place rain or shine; however, the safety of our swimmers, volunteers, and community is our top priority.

Welcome to Diamond Mountain Triathlon,

hosted in the scenic heart of Harriman State Park. The course features a calm lake swim, a rolling 15-mile bike loop with spectacular views, and a fun lakeside run to the finish. The event is beginner-friendly while still rewarding strong competitors.

Rain or shine, we race — and we’re excited to share the course with you.

What the event offers:

Relaxed and convenient midday start

Police-controlled intersections

Course signage and volunteer support

Race photographers

Free public parking

Junior athletes race Duathlon with adults for free

Junior athletes race Triathlon for free and may have a separate start

Finisher medals for all participants

Awards for Top-3 Men & Women in both Triathlon and Duathlon

Overall Adult Triathlon Winners are getting champion suit:

Free jersey for Triathlon participants:

Duathlon participants are getting running jersey

Follow our race at @Diamond_Mountain_Races

Race Schedule

Date: Sunday, September 20

Start Time: 12:00 PM

Cutoff: 2:20 PM

Awards: ~10 minutes after Top-3 Women finish (Triathlon + Duathlon)

Race Location:

Lake Welch Beach

800 Kanawauke Rd, Stony Point, NY 10980

Only the Kanawauke Rd entrance is open before the event (Exit 14 at Palisades Pkwy)

Race course:

Triathlon: 0.5mi swim in Lake Welch. Biking is one 15-mile lap around the park, Strava record is here. 2 mile run, Strava record is here.

Duathlon: Both runs are the same: 2 miles, Strava record is here. Biking is one 15-mile lap around the park, Strava record is here.

Transition at Lake Welch picnic area. See maps on the bottom of the page.

Registration for Triathlon and Duathlon:

Check-in opens 1 hour before start and closes 20 minutes before start.

Online registration is recommended — it keeps things smooth and helps avoid mistakes at the table.

Bike Race Info:

Interested in the cycling race at the same venue?

Registration for the Diamond Mountain Classic is at:

BikeReg.com/DMC

Note: you can participate only in one race since they're running simultaneously

Race numbers

Jersey number should be placed on the front. Bicycle number goes either on the seat post (more aero) or on the top tube. Helmet number goes on the front. Registration desk has markers to draw a number on the left arm and leg for your swim.

Race results: Draft results will be posted shortly after the last finisher (no later than 2:45 PM).

Official online results (with transition splits) are normally available within 48 hours.

Awards: Top-3 Men and Women for each race get medals and merchandise. Age group awards will be offered if turnout meets minimums. Rest of participants get finisher medals.

Overall Man and Woman triathlon winners get special triathlon suit with race logo as an award.

Photos: will be published within 48 hours at Verrazano Team Facebook page .

9/21/25 Diamond Mountain Triathlon:

By @bikerjun here

By @photovelo.co here,

4/27/25 Diamond Mountain Duathlon:

By @bikerjun DM Duathlon, All Podiums

By @photovelo.co here

Swim notes: Wetsuits welcome.

Body marking on the left arm & leg helps timers during swim exit.

Bicycle requirements: Any bike is fine — just make sure it’s in safe working condition and suited for rolling terrain. No rental bikes will be available.

Facilities:

Free parking

Open restrooms

Water available at check-in

Trash bags provided

About Us: Verrazano Team is a NYC based club organizing multisport and cycling events throughout the city. Our goal is to create safe, well organized, and welcoming races that support local athletes, juniors, and newcomers to multisport.

Randonneuring—non-competitive, long-distance cycling, where you follow a pre-planned route and attempt to finish within a set time-limit—is a great way to test your endurance, navigational skills, and fortitude.

The route can viewed at https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45355524

Finish within 13.5 hours and you've qualified to call yourself a Randonneur!

Please Note: It is possible for riders to be out on the route beyond sunset. For those riders, lighting and reflective gear are required.

Please refer to the Rules for Lighting and Guidelines on Reflectivity

The full Randonneurs USA Rules for Riders may be found here.

Event details and schedule

Sat - Sept 27 - 8:00 am: Rider Check-In Begins at the Grand Army Plaza

8:25 am: Last-minute instructions from the organizer

8:30 am: START!

10:00 pm: Cut-Off Time for an official finish.