CHALLENGE YOURSELF
TO CHANGE LIVES.

There’s nothing like the Best Buddies Challenge. Find out for yourself. Sign up as an individual or form a team with friends and together we will help Best Buddies change the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Our new event structure follows the California 300-person, vaccinated or negative test maximum, for outdoor events. The Best Buddies Challenge: California presented by Pepsi-Cola has two levels of participation that includes an in-person option for no more than 300 guests and a Do It Yourself Challenge (DIY Challenge) option for everyone who cannot participate in-person. Join us and register today.

OPTION 1:

ATTEND IN-PERSON

Join us on Saturday, October 30th at Rosewood in Petaluma, California for a 100k (62-mile) ride through sprawling Marin and Sonoma Counties or attend as a spectator and join us at the luncheon. This picturesque route offers on-route Domestiques, pacing support, SAG support, two fully stocked rest stop, and on-site bike technicians. As you make your way along the course, enjoy breathtaking views of Tomales Bay, Point Reyes National Seashore and the beautiful Petaluma countryside. Domestiques will serve as ride leaders helping to set the pace and providing on-route support.

The ride finishes with a five-star luncheon featuring gourmet food and fine wines.

Pro Draft

Our Top Fundraising Teams are eligible to participate in our Pro Draft. For teams with a competitive edge, teams can select a Professional Cyclist to join them as they race to win the Best Buddies Challenge Team Cup! The Team Cup trophy will be presented to the first team who has all five riders cross the Finish Line. As is tradition, we will also honor our fastest individual male and female cyclist of the day.

OPTION 2:

DIY CHALLENGE: Anytime, Anyplace

Create your own Challenge! The DIY Challenge is open to all, has no minimum fundraising commitment, and is loaded with exciting fundraising incentives! We encourage you to get creative with your DIY Challenge! Hike, bike, swim, climb, do yoga, or try something new! We also offer curated cycling routes across California, Best Buddies Challenge Strava segments and virtual rides on Zwift. Tune in on October 30th to participate in our live-streaming Closing Ceremonies and be recognized for your fundraising efforts!