2 cycling, running, and walking events in Monroe, Michigan

Cornerstone 100 Lake Erie Bicycle Tour

“Pedal with a Purpose”

Introducing the “Cornerstone 100 Battle at the Border Cycling Challenge”:

In 2025, 124 cyclists participated in the Cornerstone 100 with 80% (99 cyclists) from Michigan,17%(22 cyclists) from Ohio, and 3% collectively from 4 other states. A heartfelt thank you to all participants, donors, and generous sponsors for making our event a success.

Here’s the Battle: "The Michigan-Ohio rivalry is the definition of blood-feud, stretching back to the border-disputed 'Toledo War' of 1835. For nearly two centuries, it’s been a bitter battle for bragging rights across football, hockey, basketball and beyond. But now, it’s time to move the competition to two wheels. On 9/12/26, the rivalry takes to the road—it’s time for the cyclists to decide who dominates!

Here’s the Purpose: The Cornerstone 100 Lake Erie Bicycle Tour, held in Monroe County, Michigan and located approximately 12 miles from the Ohio State Line, is the only organized ride in the State of Michigan that can claim this distinction!

Each year a community project is chosen that supports non-motorized transportation or related projects. In 2024, $2,000 from ride proceeds was donated to purchase four bicycles for the 4-H Slow Spokes program where students ride 120 miles from Monroe County to East Lansing to participate in MSU's Exploration Days. In 2025, $3,000 from ride proceeds was donated toward the purchase of a trishaw, for Saint Therese's IHM Senior Living “Cycling Without Age” program. A trishaw is an electric-assist vehicle with a passenger seat that enables seniors to have a comfortable, safe and engaging outdoor experience.

This year’s "Pedal with a Purpose” is to contribute to both Michigan and Ohio’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Advocacy Groups. In Michigan, it’s the League of Michigan Bicyclists. In Ohio, it’s Ohio Bicycle Federation.

These two non-profit organizations work tirelessly advocating at the state and local level for bicycle-friendly legislation, supporting organizations with a shared mission, developing educational materials and forums, and encouraging the activities involving the use of bicycles.

Here’s how you can help your State’s organization win the “Battle at the Border”

1. Register by 8/1/26.

2. If either or both states increases their online registration by 8/1/26.

they will be eligible for the following awards:

State

Increase over 2025

Award

Michigan

More than 10

Up to $1,000

Ohio

More than 10

Up to $1,000

State

Increase over 2025

Award

Michigan

Less than 10

Up to $500

Ohio

Less than 10

Up to $500

3. All registrants must ride the 30, 62.5,100,or 65 gravel, on 9/12/26 to be counted.

4. Registrations after 8/1 for those who ride on 9/12/26, will count as ½ registration.

5. Bragging rights belong to the winning State!

6. If the Cornerstone 100 is canceled due to weather or natural disaster, the awards may be a lessor amount or not possible.

Routes:

• 100 Mile Century

• 62.5 Metric Century

• 30 Mile Road

• 65 Mile Gravel Ride

• All riders must be 18 years and older

• Helmets are required and mandatory for all riders

Registration Fees:

• $50.00 until 5/31/26 at 11:00 p.m.

• $55—From 6/1/26 at 12:00 a.m. to 9/9/26 at 11:00 p.m.

• $60--Day of the Ride.

• Online registration closes at 9/9/26 at 11:00 p.m.

• Must register by July 15, 2026, to receive a t-shirt in your desired size. T-shirts are one-size fits all.

• You do not have to provide a USA License number during registration.

• Event Day T-shirt may not be available if you register day-of-the-ride.

• All registration fees are subject to online processing fees, with the exception of cash payments made the day-of-the ride.

Schedule for the Day:

• Registration: Opens at 6:30 a.m. Closes at 9:00 a.m.

• Century(100 miles): Must start by 7:00 a.m.

• Gravel Ride(65 Miles): Starts at 8:00 a.m.

• Metric Century(62.5 miles): Starts at 8:30 a.m.

• 30 Miles: Starts at 9:00 a.m.

• Lunch: Available from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

• All riders have to be off the road by 4:00 p.m.

Other Notes:

• The ride features low, flat terrain...No hills. It’s flat.

• E-bikes are welcome.

• The routes do not have a leader, but it’s easy to find a riding partner(s).

• Routes will be available on Strava and Ride-with-GPS.

• Paper routes will be available the day-of-the ride.

• SAG support will be available, but make sure you bike is road worthy.

• Rest stops are stocked with water and snacks.

• SWAG bag will contain a one size fits all t-shirt and the best chocolate chip cookie in town made from the farm-to-table Public House Food & Drink restaurant located in downtown Monroe.

• Day of the ride: payment accepted--cash and credit card.

• Day of ride: waiver/release forms--required to be signed. Allow extra time for this process.

• Sometimes life gets in the way. Refunds will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

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Sean was the finest example of a student-athlete, friend, and teammate. In conjunction with the Dave Bork Classic, our annual Open / Alumni race is named in his honor. Please consider attending this year's event. We continue to offer a 1 mile walk / run to encourage non-runners to take part. All proceeds to benefit Sean's scholarship fund.

All entries must be made via RunSignUp. No cash registrations!!!