The Ride
One Helluva Ride is Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society's signature event.  This event allows AABTS to advocate for cycling in not just our community but across Michigan.

Proceeds from this event are used to fund philanthropic activities, which include donating thousands of dollars for things like helmets, out-reach, education, and other charitable causes each year.  

Join us for a day of scenic bicycle touring over tree-lined roads or beautiful gravel trails. The routes wind through rural and recreation areas and vary enough to appeal to a broad range of cyclists. We welcome all categories of riders.

Details / Price

Registration opens on March 1st. Closes July 6th.

More registration info coming soon!
15 and under are Free.

No day of ride registration.

Short: 19 Paved and 22 Gravel
Long: 46 and 68 Gravel; 47, 64, and 100 Paved.

When / Where
The ride will be held on Saturday, July 12, 2025.  
Pre-registered check-in starts at 6:30am.  

The One Helluva Ride does not have an official start time.  
However, we recommend you consider a starting time listed on the schedule to ensure rest stop and SAG availability.

The ride leaves and returns to  the Chelsea Fairgrounds
(20501 W Old US Hwy 12, Chelsea, MI 48118)
Take I-94 Exit 159 North.  

Routes
Updated routes for 2025!  Routes now going back through Hell, MI! (except for 19 paved and 22 gravel). Four paved road rides (19 -100 miles) and three gravel routes (22 – 68 miles) are offered.  Routes subject to change based on road conditions - always check prior to the ride!

Routes will be marked, and maps via RidewithGPS available for download. All rides start and end at Chelsea Fairgrounds in Chelsea, Michigan. SAG support and bike mechanics will be available. 
 
Optional leader-led group rides for the 46 gravel and 47 paved (groups leave at 9am), and the 19 paved and 22 gravel (groups leave at 10am).

Food
There will be lunch from Slow’s Bar-BQ of Detroit (including vegeterian and vegan), snacks and beverages at rest stops, and the traditional ice-cold watermelon at the end!

Merchandise
We have T-shirts, socks, and cycling jerseys available for purchase. Check out the custom One Helluva Ride merchandise!