2026 Absolutely Beautiful Country Ride - 7/12/2026

On July 12, 2026, The Akron Bicycle Club is hosting the 52nd edition of the Absolutely Beautiful Country Ride!! Full Ride Details at: https://akronbike.org/content.aspx?page_id=22&club_id=133645&module_id=767769&actr=4The 2026 ABC Ride will start at the Winery at Wolf Creek in Barberton, OH. The winery is located at 2637 S. Cleveland-Massilon Road, about 3 miles south of Copley High School (just up the hill from the Barberton Reservoir). Riders will be able to hang out in the banquet room, tasting room or the beautiful shaded areas to enjoy the scenery, sample some wines & beer, and of course, the delicious catered lunch provided by ABC.All registrations include a delicious post-ride lunch catered by OLD CAROLINA BBQ CO. A full lunch and drinks will be available to eat in the air conditioned banquet room or finding a comfy spot on the beautiful grounds of the Winery at Wolf Creek.In addition to a complimentary lunch after the ride, every rider registered for the ABC Ride will receive a FREE 2026 ABC Ride T-shirt with their registration. (NOTE: Design and Color may vary; Tshirt quantity and sizes may be limited if registering AFTER 6/23/26) The ABC Ride showcases the rolling hills and quaint villages of Summit, Medina and Wayne Counties. The 25, 50, 62 and 100 mile routes provide scenic and challenging routes for families, as well as experienced cyclists. Note…. The 2026 50, 62 and 100 mile ROUTES ARE REVERSED from last year…. It's like a NEW RIDE!!!The complete library of Event Routes is at: ABC 2026 Ride With GPS Routes25 Mile Route: 25 Mile Route50 Mile Route: 50 Mile Route62 Mile Route: 62 Mile Route100 Mile Route: 100 Mile RouteEARLY BIRD DISCOUNT PRICING - Available for registrations made before May 31, 2026Akron Bicycle Club MEMBERS will receive a $10 discount on all routes. Log in to www.AkronBike.org and click on the “ABC Ride 2026” tab on the top of the home page to get your Coupon Code to input into BikeReg registration.You can join ABC at: https://abc.clubexpress.com/content.aspx?page_id=22&club_id=133645&module_id=229452&actr=4Full rest stops and SAG (Support And Gear) on all routes. Light lunch is also included for the 100 Mile Riders. All routes will close at 3:30 PMNOTE: Helmets are required on all ABC rides. Please, no use of ear buds, or cell phones while riding. Recommend use of rear view mirrors. For your safety, a headlight, rear reflector and tail light is recommended at all times for additional safety. Please obey all traffic laws. Safety is everyone’s responsibility. e-Bikes are welcome on this ABC Ride per Club e-Bike Policy. See Akronbike.org for more information or to become a member. Come Ride With Us and Enjoy The Ride.Don't forget your chance to WIN some cash and help CURE CANCER at this event….. 50/50 Raffle to support Velosano TEAM ABC!! $10 per entry. A lucky winner will win 50% of the proceeds at the end of the event, while the other 50% goes 100% toward cancer research at the Cleveland Clinic A SPECIAL THANKS TO ALL OF OUR ABC RIDE SPONSORS!!!