Roll Wit' It 2026

The 39th Annual The Ben to The Shore Bike Tour on Sunday, July 26th, 2026 is a charity bike ride that raises money to provide necessary financial relief for the families of fallen or critically injured first responders and cultivate positive relationships and interactions between police officers and the children in the communities they serve.

There are 3 route options available: the full 65-mile route from Philadelphia to Atlantic City; the 30-mile route from Hammonton, NJ to Atlantic City; and the 10-mile route from Galloway, NJ to Atlantic City. Upon arrival at the finish line at the Showboat Hotel, riders are greeted by friends and family, volunteers and supporters where we celebrate their amazing physical accomplishment and raise additional funds at our legendary after party.

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START/FINISH Line and Registration Location

Same as last year you will wear your race bib on your right side. Registration is closer to the Start/Finish line and the Officials.

Registration opens at 9:15 AM will be located in-between the Santander Bank and the Siamese Princess Restaurant(see picture)

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Parking - Parking is challenging as always. I would recommend coming in through the back side of Ardmore close to Rittenhouse Place. This will put you close to where registration will be set up. The purple on the map is where there are parking lots.

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There is a parking garage located off of Cricket Ave to park in JUST REMEMBER IF YOUR BIKE IS ON THE ROOF!!

1. Suburban Square West Lot – This parking lot can be accessed off of Montgomery Ave. The driveway is right across from the Ardmore Presbyterian Church. When you go into the lot you will want to go into the gated area(the gate will be up). You will be parking right up against the railroad tracks.

2. Ardmore Lot #16. This lot is behind Trek Ardmore. You can access this by coming off Woodside Rd and going through the Wawa parking lot. Continue on the driveway to go behind Trek Ardmore. This lot is smaller and will be used as overflow.

Registration: Opens at 9:15

Start times:

10:15 AM: Men’s 4/5

11:00 AM: Women’s 5

11:40 AM: Men’s 3/4

12:30 PM: Masters 55+

12:30 PM: Masters 65+

1:25 PM: Women’s 3/4

2:15 PM: Masters 45+

3:10 PM: Kids Race 4/5/6 years

3:20 PM: Kids Race 7/8/9 years

3:25 PM: Lower Merion Township Family fun race

3:45 PM: Main Line Health Women’s Pro 1/2

5:00 PM: Independence Blue Cross Men’s Pro 1/2

Fine Print/Details:

• 2025 BAR Champions race for free. Email prior to registration and you will be added to the registration. BAR Champions are required to wear their BAR jerseys.

• Each additional race is $15.

• Race is run rain or shine.

• Promoter reserves the right to shorten, combine or alter events as needed due to weather, timing and other uncontrollable circumstances (crash delays, injuries, needs of Police, EMS, Acts of God).

• Course: 1 Mile, 5 corner, 1 quick punchy rise, long light + grade to the finish line.

• Maximum field limits listed next to race category

• All Masters races fare restricted to Category 1-4 riders only.

• Registration opens at 9:15am.

• No aero bars. Approved helmets must be worn..

• All USA Cycling rules apply.

• Entry fee includes insurance surcharge of $5.00 for USA Cycling & $10 for Citizens.

• Promoter reserves the right to combine or cancel races if less than 12 racers register for an event. WE HAVE NEVER DONE THIS! PLEASE SIGN UP!!!!

Race Results

Results will be posted after the conclusion of each race at a location designated by the race director and announced at the start line by the chief referee. After results have been posted racers will have a 15 minute protest period to resolve any discrepancies. It is the racers’ responsibility to verify their result during this 15 minute protest period. After the 15 minute protest period results will be final and will not be changed afterwards. Any further disputes must be addressed in writing via email to the riders Local Association contact.

This event is part of the New Jersey Time Trial Cup Series (Race #10) but is open to ALL USAC licensed racers from ANY state.

USA Cycling Permit #: 15856

Date: Saturday, August 29, 2026

Start Time: First rider off at 9:00AM with 30-second intervals

Format: Time Trial - Out and back with a turnaround at the Falls Bridge

Length: 8.0 miles

Prizes: Medals

Location: MLK Jr. Drive, Schuylkill Banks Pergola, Philadelphia, PA

(**Please note mapping directions may send you down MLK Drive which will be closed the morning of the race. Please use an alternate route.)

Start/Finish: Start/Finish at the end of MLK Jr. Drive before it merges with The Parkway

Course: Martin Luther King Jr. Drive to the Falls Bridge and back. Course is flat and fast.

Fees:

$45 Adults

$20 Juniors

1 entry per category, No refunds

Doubling up permitted but requires 2 entries & must race 2x

Registration:

Pre-registration ONLY

Registration closes Thursday, August 27 midnight

Start times will be announced Friday, August 28

Field limit of 200

USA Cycling Notes:

This is a USA Cycling event. Permit #: 15856

USA Cycling Beginner 1-Day licenses can be purchased online.

Use of aero equipment to follow USA Cycling rules.

Non TT “Eddy” categories must follow USA Cycling equipment rules for mass start road events (e.g. - no aero helmets, integrated visors, solid disc wheels, tri-spoke wheels, aero bar extensions, etc.). Skinsuits and shoe covers are acceptable. Please see the USA Cycling rules for details.

Arrival, Parking & Warmup:

Arrival/Parking: Limited public parking available on Pennsylvania Ave or at paid local lots in Center City or Fairmount.

Warmup: A warmup tent will be available near the start finish.

Limited trainers will be available on a first come basis.

For information about this event or volunteering questions please contact Dave Berson - [email protected]

Philadelphia Cycling Classic + Guy’s Racing Club + Independence Youth Cycling