EDMOND, Okla. – Cycle 66 is set to return Sunday, July 27, offering cyclists of all levels a chance to explore iconic Route 66 with distances of 10, 18, 33, and 66 miles.
A free 1-mile kids’ cycle is also available, ensuring a family-friendly event.
- Cycle 66 offers multiple distance options: 10, 18, 33, and 66 miles.
- A free 1-mile kids’ cycle and kids’ crit are available for ages 10 and under.
- 100% of rider registration fees benefit the Oklahoma Route 66 Association, YMCA, and Bike Club OKC.
- Packet pickup is July 26 and July 27 at Frenzy Brewing.
- Street closures are in effect in downtown Edmond from July 26-27.
“You get to really enjoy Route 66,” said Jennifer Thornton of Visit Edmond. “There will be fun, food, and music at every rest stop.”
Beyond the timed distance tours, Cycle 66 also features fast-paced criterium races, known as the Crit, running from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Spectators are encouraged to come out and cheer along the route.
Charitable Giving
A significant portion of the event’s impact is its commitment to charity. Cycle 66 will donate 100% of its rider registration fees to three local organizations: the Oklahoma Route 66 Association, YMCA, and Bike Club OKC.
The Oklahoma Route 66 Association, a volunteer-driven nonprofit, focuses on promoting and preserving the historic highway. “We use that money for signage, grants, and preservation projects,” explained Rhys Martin of the Oklahoma Route 66 Association.
Bike Club OKC provides an after-school program for children, teaching vital bike safety and maintenance skills. The YMCA plans to use its Cycle 66 funds to launch a bike checkout program. This initiative will allow individuals to borrow bicycles for riding trails connected to Arcadia Lake, accessible from the new YMCA on 15th Street, east of I-35.
Registration and Logistics
General registration for Cycle 66 is priced at $45 and includes a complimentary T-shirt. As mentioned, the 1-mile kids’ ride and the kids’ crit are free for children aged 10 and under. Registration is available online.
Cyclists can collect their event packets, which include a T-shirt, commemorative ride book, and water bottle. Packet pickup is scheduled at Frenzy Brewing, located at 15 S. Broadway. Pickup times are Saturday, July 26, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday, July 27, starting at 6 a.m. The cycling events themselves commence at 7 a.m. on Sunday, July 27.
Free public parking is available throughout downtown Edmond for both participants and spectators. Access to downtown is recommended from the west and north. In preparation for the event, several streets in and around Downtown Edmond will be closed from 6 p.m. Saturday, July 26, to 6 p.m. Sunday, July 27. A parking map is available for convenience.
