North Shore Cyclists Blazing Saddle Century

I am going to try for the 100 mile option. I will make my decision to continue after 65 miles at that distance's next SAG location.

RECOMMENDED BIKE TYPE(s):
-Road bike
-Gravel bike
-This is also able to be done (and many have done these) on hybrids, commuter bikes, and even mountain bikes.

RIDE DISTANCE OPTIONS AND COSTS:
-36 Miles, $60
-52 Miles, $60
-65 Miles, $60
-100 Miles: $60

REGISTRATION LINK: https://www.bikereg.com/blazing-saddles-century-2025

EVENT WEBSITE: https://www.nscyc.org/index.php/blazing-saddles-century-2025

EVENT INFO/DESCRIPTION (As copied from the ride/race/event description):

The Blazing Saddles Century ride is one of the most picturesque and festive cycling events of the season. We are excited to announce that a new mixed terrain route will also be offered this year! Meandering through historic towns of Boston’s North Shore and southern New Hampshire, routes range from 36 to 100 miles and offer scenes of the area’s farms, marshes, beaches and waterways, as well as notable New England architecture and landmarks. Cool ocean breezes, rolling hills, and tree-covered woodlands make for a pleasant and enjoyable day.

The event is supported by four convenient and well-stocked rest stops, all of which offer cold beverages and a variety of snacks and treats. SAG support and mechanics are available along the routes for minor repairs and adjustments. The festive post-ride lunch offers a satisfying array of wraps, hot dogs, crudite, chips, cookies, and cold beverages.

As part of the North Shore Cyclists’ commitment to supporting cycling-related charitable initiatives, fifty percent of the 2025 Blazing Saddles Century net income will be donated to Coastal Trails Coalition, East Coast Greenway, MassBike, and Topsfield Rail Trail.

Routes for 2025 Blazing Saddles Century event will be made available to registered riders prior to the event.

Safety

For the safety of riders including your self, please read and adhere to all of the NSC safety guidelines and Bicycle Law/ Courtesy guidelines.
QUESTIONS

Contact BlazingSaddles@NSCYC.org with any Blazing Saddles related questions

Registration
Please register online and early to help us plan this event.

Fees are subject to change.

All payments by credit/debit card.

Routes
The 2025 Blazing Saddles Century event will have routes of 36, 52, 65, and 100 miles. The 100-mile route has four well-stocked and amazingly staffed rest stops at approximately 25, 50, and 75 miles. The 65-mile route includes two of those rest stops and the 36 and 52 mile routes include one of those rest stops. A mixed terrain route of ca. 35 miles will also be offered for the first time this year.

All the routes for the 2025 Blazing Saddles Century, including the mixed-terrain route, will be made available closer to the date of the event. To have full use of the RWGPS app and our route files when using a free subscription please follow the details in the Century information emails sent one week before the century and again a few days before the century.

Time
7 am - Registration opens
7 to 8 am - 100 and 65 mile rides start
8 to 9 am - 36 and 52 mile rides start
11 am to 3:30 pm - Picnic lunch