Vandalia Freedom Bike Tour 2026 - 30 Year Anniversary



REGISTRATION

20K (12.5 miles)

Register for the 20K by 04-15-2026 and SAVE 15% off our already low price.

$30.00 normal low price

 - 15% Discount for registering early

Your cost = $25.50 (plus processing fee)

Please consider making an additional donation (tax deductible) during the registration process.

RECEIVE FREE SWAG AND MAKE OUR COMMUNITY A BETTER PLACE!

WHAT IS INCLUDED:

Our 20K (approx 12.5 miles) route is designed for those who want a shorter distance but still want all the "Great Stuff" (shirt, water bottle, wrist band, lunch and one rest stop).  The 20K follows the same route as the 50K/100K until all riders exit the Englewood Reserve onto Frederick Pike.  Our 20K riders will turn right (south) on Frederick Pike while the longer routes turn left (north).  20K riders will follow Frederick Pike to their rest stop at Polk Grove Church (intersection of Frederick Pike and US 40).  After some delicious refreshments at the 20K rest stop, riders will continue on the route as it heads south on Frederick Pike and takes them on a scenic journey back to the Vandalia Sports Complex (main check-in).   

The 20K route is well marked and detailed maps are available online and in limited supplies at registration. For your safety, the entire route will be monitored by the Vandalia Freedom Tour volunteers and will have police support at all major intersections. Since our 20K riders are typically more novice riders, the 20K participants have a scheduled start time of 9am with a goal for all 20K riders to be done by 11am. Lunch begins at 10:45am and ends at 2:00pm so plan your ride time accordingly. 

REGISTRATION STARTING REGISTRATION ENDING PRICE
January 1, 2026, 1:01 AM EST April 15, 2026, 11:59 PM EST $25.50
April 16, 2026, 12:00 AM EST June 1, 2026, 11:59 PM EST $30.00
June 2, 2026, 12:00 AM EST July 2, 2026, 12:01 AM EST $35.00
Time: 9:00 AM
Fee: $35.00

50K (31 miles)

Register for the 50K by 04-15-2026 and SAVE 15% off our already low price

$40.00 normal low price

 - 15% Discount for registering early

Your cost = $38.25 (plus processing fee)

Please consider making an additional donation (tax deductible) during the registration process.

RECEIVE FREE SWAG AND MAKE OUR COMMUNITY A BETTER PLACE!

WHAT IS INCLUDED:

Our 50K (approx 31 miles) ride includes all the  "Great Stuff" (shirt, water bottle, wrist band, lunch and two rest stops)!  This route winds through Butler Township/ Montgomery County and heads north into Miami County. The 50K route travels just south of Tipp City and joins up again with the 100K route as riders make their way back to the City of Vandalia (main check-in).  This route has two (2) rest stops with plenty of food, fun, refreshments and smiles.   Check-in begins at 6:00am and cyclists are free to start as early as 7:00am.  Our hope is you will start the 50K route no later than 10:00am to insure proper support from our volunteers. Lunch begins at 10:45am and ends at 2:00pm so plan your ride time accordingly.

REGISTRATION STARTING REGISTRATION ENDING PRICE
January 1, 2026, 1:01 AM EST April 15, 2026, 11:59 PM EST $38.25
April 16, 2026, 12:00 AM EST June 1, 2026, 11:59 PM EST $45.00
June 2, 2026, 12:00 AM EST July 2, 2026, 12:01 AM EST $50.00
Fee: $50.00

100K (62 miles)

Register for the 100K by 04-15-2026 and SAVE 15% off our already low price.

$50.00 normal low price

 - 15% Discount for registering early

Your cost = $42.50(plus processing fee)

Please consider making an additional donation (tax deductible) during the registration process. 

RECEIVE FREE SWAG AND MAKE OUR COMMUNITY A BETTER PLACE!

WHAT IS INCLUDED:

Our 100K (approx 62 miles) route includes all the  "Great Stuff" (shirt, water bottle, wrist band, lunch and four rest stops) .  This route winds through Butler Township/ Montgomery County and head north into Miami County. The 100K route travels just north of Troy and makes its way through the outskirts of Casstown and Tipp City.  This route has four (4) rest stops with plenty of food, fun, refreshments and smiles.   Check-in begins at 6:00am and cyclists are free to start as early as 7:00am.  Our hope is you will start the 100K route no later than 8:30am to insure proper support from our volunteers. Lunch begins at 10:45am and ends at 2:00pm so plan your ride time accordingly. Lunch begins at 10:45am and ends at 2:00pm so plan your ride time accordingly.

REGISTRATION STARTING REGISTRATION ENDING PRICE
January 1, 2026, 1:01 AM EST April 15, 2026, 11:59 PM EST $42.50
April 16, 2026, 12:00 AM EST June 1, 2026, 11:59 PM EST $50.00
June 2, 2026, 12:00 AM EST July 2, 2026, 12:01 AM EST $55.00
Fee: $55.00

EVENT INFORMATION

Since 1996, The Vandalia Freedom Tour has provided a fun, healthy and family-oriented day of cycling for people of all ages. 

Sponsored by the Vandalia-Butler Optimist Club our annual event provides financial support for youth programs specific to the Vandalia City and Butler Township community.

 

 

 

REGISTRATION TIMELINES

#1 PRE-REGISTER BY 04-15-2026 AND GET 15% OFF NORMAL PRICING - THE BEST OPTION!!!!

 

This option guarantees ALL the following “great stuff”

* Pick your route (20K, 50K or 100K)
* Delicious catered lunch
* Fantastic shirt
* Deluxe water bottle
* Very cool wrist band

 

#2 REGISTER BY 06-01-2026 AND GUARANTEE YOURSELF ALL THE GOOD STUFF FOR ONE LOW PRICE

This option guarantees ALL the following “great stuff”

* Pick your route (20K, 50K or 100K)
* Delicious catered lunch
* Fantastic shirt
* Deluxe water bottle
* Very cool wrist band


 

#3 REGISTER BY 07-02-2026 AND GUARANTEE YOURSELF "MOST" OF THE GOOD STUFF FOR ONE LOW PRICE

This option guarantees MOST of the following “great stuff”

* Pick your route (20K, 50K or 100K)
* Delicious catered lunch
* Deluxe water bottle
* Very cool wrist band
* Fantastic Shirt while supplies last

(shirt sizes and quantities are limited/shirt is not guaranteed with this registration option)


 



 

#4 EVENT DAY REGISTRATION - GUARANTEED TO HAVE A GREAT TIME (AND "SOME" OF THE GOOD STUFF) FOR ONE LOW PRICE

For those who prefer showing up on event day...this option will include the following:


* Pick your route (20K, 50K or 100K)
* Delicious catered lunch

* Very cool wrist band
* Deluxe water bottle
* Fantastic Shirt available for $10.00 (supplies & sizes are limited)

 



ROUTES 

There are three scenic routes to appeal to all cyclists - 20K(12.5 miles), 50K(31 miles) & 100K(62 miles).  All routes begin and end at the Vandalia Sports Complex.

 

  • The 20K Route:  follows the same route as the 50K/100K until the 1st rest stop (about 8 miles).  As all riders exit the Englewood Reserve on Frederick Pike the 20K route heads south while the other two longer routes head north.  The 20K route then takes the riders on a scenic journey back to the Vandalia Sports Complex (main check-in).  Since the 20K riders are typically more novice riders, the 20K participants are requested to start at 9:00am with a goal for all 20K riders to be done by 11:00am.

  • The 50K Route:  this route winds through Butler Township/ Montgomery County and heads north into Miami County. The 50K route travels just south of Tipp City and joins up again with the 100K route as riders make their way back to Vandalia (main check-in).  This route has two (2) rest stops with plenty of food, fun, refreshments and smiles.  Our hope is you will start this route no later than 10:00am to insure proper support from our volunteers.

  • The 100K Route:  this route winds through Butler Township/ Montgomery County and head north into Miami County. The 100K route travels just north of Troy and makes its way through the outskirts of Casstown and Tipp City.  This route has five (4) rest stops with plenty of food, fun, refreshments and smiles.  Our hope is you will start this route no later than 8:30am to insure proper support from our volunteers.

 

All routes are extremely well marked and detailed maps are available. For your safety, the entire route will be monitored by the Vandalia Freedom Tour volunteers until 2:30pm. The 20K Route will have police support at all major intersections.  Additional police support will also be provided for the 50K/100K routes as they make their way into the City of Vandalia.  Maps and important information will be emailed to all pre-registered cyclists and will also be available on our Facebook Page (http://fb.me/vandaliafreedomtour ) - so stay tuned.
 



START & FINISH INFORMATION 

  • Check in begins at 6:00am at the Vandalia Sports Complex - Main Concessions Area.  The address is 1111 Stonequarry Road  Vandalia, OH  45377
  • Cyclists are encouraged to finish their selected course by 2pm - so obviously departure times can vary depending on course selected (50K or 100K) and anticipated pace of riding.

20K Route - Scheduled start time at 9:00am with all 20K participants encouraged to finish by 11:00am

50K Route - Can begin at 7:00am and encouraged to start no later than 10:00am

100K Route - Can begin at 7:00am and encouraged to start no later than 8:30am

NOTE:  Lunch is served from 10:45am - 2:00pm so please make sure to time your ride accordingly!
 



RECEIVE FREE SWAG WHILE HELPING THE YOUTH OF OUR AREA!!!

Please consider making a donation to the Vandalia-Butler Optimist Foundation during your checkout process.  All donations are tax deductible (501c3 TIN #81-3819067) and are used to benefit the youth of our local area.  The Vandalia-Butler Optimist Club has been serving youth related causes for 40+ years and is proud to celebrate the 30th year of the Vandalia Freedom Tour.

We have multiple donations levels to chose from but the three (3) below INCLUDE free swag.  See all the details during registration.  Free swag is provided by way of a coupon for use at our online store. 

 

DONATION LEVELS

$250.00 aka "Peloton MVP" - includes  one (1) 30 Year Anniversary Cycling Jersey

 

$100.00 aka "Century Club Wannabe" - includes one (1) paid of 30 Year Anniversary Cycling Sleeves

 

$50.00 aka "Drafting Buddy" - includes one (1) 30 Year Anniversary Cycling Cap

 


REFUND POLICY

The Vandalia Freedom Tour is held...rain or shine.  Our event and all the items involved with it are ordered early as we get ready for the event.  We do not offer refunds.  If you are unsure whether you will be able to make the event - we can always make arrangements to hold your shirt & water bottle so that you can pick them up at a later date.  Please do not ask us to mail your shirt and/or water bottle unless you are willing to pay for shipping costs.  We understand "life happens" and hope you equally understand that this is a charity event managed completely by volunteers.  If you have questions and/or concerns please feel free to reach out to the event coordinator: 

Cameron Titlow

Email:  info@vandaliafreedomtour.com

Cell:  (309) 663-7209

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