Summary
Use this article to find help during the America’s Most Beautiful Bike Ride (AMBBR) 2026 weekend, including packet pickup, ride-day support, road closures, spectator guidance, and event apps. This information is event-specific and time-bound.
⚠️ Event-specific callouts (read first)
- Packet pickup must be completed in person. No proxies allowed.
- Vehicles are not allowed at the finish-line venue.
- This information applies only to AMBBR 2026. Details may differ for other years or events.
Pick up your rider packet
Can someone else pick up my packet?
No. Participants must pick up their own packets in person.
Can I pick up my packet on ride morning?
Yes. Late Packet Pickup is available on the morning of the ride at the start line.
Start-line location
- Corner of Highway 50 and Lake Parkway
- Next to Tahoe Blue Event Center
- Includes:
- Late packet pickup
- Water station
- Restrooms
- Bike mechanics
Register for the ride on-site
Can I register during ride weekend?
Yes. In-person registration is available:
- Saturday, June 6: During Packet Pickup
- Sunday, June 7: At the start line
On-site registration fee $275
Get help on ride day (SAG and Support)
Who do riders call for help during the ride?
Call the Rider Hotline: 1‑855‑236‑3360. This number is also printed on the rider wristband.
Use this number for:
- SAG vehicle assistance
- On-route support
- Ride-day questions
For general safety expectations, visit:
Ride Safety and Support Information
Road closures and spectator information
What road closures should spectators expect?
Highway 89 (Northbound only)
- Delays between Baldwin Beach Rd. and Vikingsholm Parking Lot
- 6:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.
- Southbound lanes remain open
Highway 50 (Westbound)
- Right lane closed from Spooner Summit to Kahle Drive
- Closure provides a protected cycling corridor
Can spectators drive to the finish line?
No. Vehicles are not permitted at the finish-line venue or in the surrounding neighborhood.
Where can spectators park?
Use nearby designated parking areas shown on the
Venue and Parking Map. Parking and transportation details are also available in the Cycle App.
Are shuttles available?
Yes. Venue shuttles run every 15–20 minutes:
- 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- Between Bally’s Casino driveway loop and the Laura Drive area
Finish-line and after-party details
Where is the finish line?
University of Reno 4‑H Camp, Stateline, Nevada
What's at the after party?
The lakeside venue features:
- Food
- Music
- Games
- Vendors
Use the Blood Cancer United Cycle App
Will the Cycle app be used for this event?
Yes. The Blood Cancer United Cycle App serves as the primary digital companion for AMBBR 2026.
Use the app to:
- Track rider progress in real time
- View course maps and event details
- Receive live event updates
Each bike plate includes an RFID chip that scans at key locations along the course.
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