Dear Friends,
Each year, the Second Summer Cycle event becomes more than a bicycle ride. It becomes a moving testament to compassion, community, and the sacred work of reminding every person that their life has immeasurable worth. As we pedal together in support of Sharing Kindness and their mission - to reduce suicide risk, support those who struggle, companion the bereaved, and nurture health and wellness in our community - we embody the very hope we wish to spread.
Your participation - whether through joining us in the ride, donating, or cheering from the sidelines - helps ensure that no one walks through darkness alone. Every mile traveled and every dollar raised strengthens the programs that bring connection, education, and healing to those who need it most.
May our efforts this year be guided by grace, fueled by love, and rooted in the belief that kindness can change lives. Thank you for being part of this mission and helping light the way for others.
Rev. Darren L. Morgan, Pastor, The Federated Church of Orleans
Sharing Kindness - Second Summer Cycle
Overview
The Second Summer Cycle is the perfect event for riders of all levels, offering a picturesque journey through 8 historic Cape Cod towns and a strong commitment to rider safety. Four distances are being offered, 15, 34, 60, and 101 miles. The start and finish is at beautiful Smugglers Beach in South Yarmouth where there will be a Finish Line Celebration from 12PM-5PM, including local beer, food trucks and live music.
Routes & Registration
Links for the ride maps are as follows: (The permitting process has started)
Starts and Finishes: Starts and finishes will be at staggered times starting at 7:00AM from Smugglers Beach in South Yarmouth.
Registration Pricing:
- Century (101 miles): $125
- Almost Metric Century Plus (60 miles): $95
- 34 Mile Ride: $80
- 15 Mile Ride: $60
Safety
Safety: We will have marshals at every turn to help guide riders, and motorcyclists will be patrolling the entire course.
Support services: Bike shops will be represented along the course to help with any technical issues. There will also be SAG (support and gear) vehicles to help riders who need support or a pickup along the course.
Hydration and Nutrition: Ample hydration and nutrition stops will be strategically positioned along the course, along with medical and physical therapy stations equipped with tents and tables to ensure participants' comfort and well-being. The Hydration and Nutrition stops will be approximately every 15 miles.
Medical and Physical Therapy: There will be medical and physical therapy support at the Hydration and Nutrition stops.
Beneficiaries
21 Cape Cod non-profit organizations will benefit from the monies generated by the riders, each of whom is asked to raise at least $250 for their non-profit of choice, or to be disseminated across all participating charities, in addition to the registration fee.
Beneficiaries: All money raised by the riders will be paid directly to the beneficiaries. Riders are expected to raise at least $250 each, and each beneficiary team is expected to raise $5,000.
Finish Line Celebration
The Finish Line Celebration will take place from 12PM-5PM at Smuggler's Beach. You will be able to dance to the music of a great local band. You will have $30 in vouchers to use at food and beverage trucks as part of your registration fee to purchase food or beverages from 4 different food trucks, to include cold beverages provided by Barnstable Brewing Company, with Second Summer Cycle cans as memorabilia!
Changing your clothes at the finish: If you wish to change your clothes at the finish, changing rooms will be provided.
Hosted by: Second Summer Cycle, Inc, a 501c3, non-profit organization.
Don't miss your chance to be part of the Second Summer Cycle on September 14th, 2025!
Follow us: Instagram | Facebook | YouTube
Sharing Kindness is building a grief-sensitive, suicide-aware Cape & Islands community. We provide free clinician-led peer grief support for all and evidence-based suicide prevention to thousands of students each year. We work to reduce stigma, improve grief literacy and encourage wellness and resilience through courageous conversation throughout our shared community.