You don't want to miss this.

HURRY! ALMOST SOLD OUT!

SNATCH UP: LAST OYSTER ROAST TICKETS!

Oct 26

CBES 31st Between the Waters Bike Tour

Embraced by bay and sea, find bi-coastal biking on the pastoral peninsula of Virginia's Eastern Shore. Immerse yourself in the longest stretch of natural coastline remaining on the east coast.

$0.00 - $86.00

From the broad waters of the Chesapeake Bay to the call of the sea,

pedal past golden fields and through historic small towns & hidden hamlets.

Designed for hobbyists to hardcore cyclists.                               

4 ROUTES: 25 - 40 - 60 - 100 miles                                     

Flat terrain, little traffic makes for a serene spin.


A PERENNIAL SELLOUT

HURRY! Tour CAPS at 1,200 RIDERS


 With over a quarter century of bike tours under our wheels, join us for an unforgettable cycling adventure.

Find out why our riders return year after year! 


Experience Our Charming Host Town

ALL RIDERS RECEIVE:


Picnic Lunch Stop 

Rest Stops Stocked with Snacks/Beverages & Helpful Volunteers

Free Commemorative Long Sleeve T-Shirts [If pre-ordered] 

Free Friday Fun Ride  

Well-Marked Scenic Route, Map/Cue Sheet, GPS Route 

SAG (Support and Gear) Service along the Bike Tour


Our heartfelt thanks for supporting "Pedal to Protect Virginia's Eastern Shore"


NEW! ID Required at Registration

NO TRANSFERS - BE ALERT TO SCAMMERS SELLING TICKETS

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26

ROUTES ROLLING STARTING TIMES 


100-mile - 8:00 - 8:30 a.m.

60-mile - 8:30 - 9:00 a.m.

40-mile - 9:00 - 9:30 a.m.

25-mile - 9:30 - 10:00 a.m. 

Due to sunlight safety issues, plan to arrive no earlier than 7:15 a.m. on 10/26.


START TIMES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.

Parking options and route maps posted prior to event.


  • Bike Tour Held RAIN or SHINE
  • Helmets Mandatory/No Headphones
  • NO Refunds - NO Transferring Registrations
  • ID Required at Registration

Your understanding is appreciated.


Landowners graciously open properties for rest stops/lunch. [Please no cars at lunch]


Rest stops stocked with beverages, snacks, toilets and open on published schedule. If you reach a stop before or after its scheduled time, service may not be available. [Schedule will be posted]


Tour is on paved public roads, except driveways leading to rest stops/lunch and some parking areas. 


Directional arrows painted on right edge of pavement at all public road intersections.  


Support and Gear (SAG):

Professional service available at start and lunch stop. Several marked vehicles ride routes & available all day to assist riders. 


Police/Rescue Squads aware of tour routes.

  • If you have an emergency, call 911 ASAP.
  • If you need assistance on tour, contact personnel at any stop and SAG support.


Bike Tour Fees:

Adult $86            

Children (6 -12 yrs with adult) $20           

Under 6 free with an adult  

[Includes all service fees]


REGISTRATION PACKET PICKUP

2 Options:

  1. Friday, October 25 from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Historic Onancock School [Tour Start/Finish] Also location of the PEDAL & POUR Event! See below        
  2. Saturday, October 26 from 7:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at Historic Onancock School


Have questions? Concerns? Feedback?

CBES Bike Tour Coordinator

Sara Seay is here to help you out

[email protected] 757-999-1987

WIN!

2024 BETWEEN THE WATERS ORIGINAL PAINTING

Popular Shore Artist Bethany S. Durham again shares her distinctive talents with the BTW Bike Tour - capturing what makes the Shore an uncommon place of tide and sky. This year's painting a vibrant rendition of our host town, historic Onancock VA. Also known as "A little slice of nowhere else."


CHERISH AN ORGINAL KEEPSAKE - JOIN THE RAFFLE EXCITEMENT! *

16" x 20" Painting. Value: Priceless! 

All Proceeds Benefit Citizens for a Better Eastern Shore. "Pedal to Protect Virginia's Eastern Shore."

Thank you, Bethany! SEE her artwork on FB Bethany Simpson Artist

and Lemon Tree Gallery, Cape Charles VA and Exmore Antique Emporium, Exmore VA Contact Info: 757-710-1867, [email protected]


RAFFLE TICKETS available on Registration Form and cbes.org

* Drawing Dec. 6, 2024

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FRIDAY FUN RIDE 10/25 -FREE

For those interested in a 10-15 mile casual bike tour the afternoon before the main event. [Different route than Bike Tour] And did we mention it's FREE to BTW Bike Tour cyclists? No maps, just follow-the-leader fun. Experienced local guide, Sue Rice.

Be sure to indicate your interest on your registration. More details to come.

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Nestled between bay and sea, Onancock weaves together a tapestry of stories from past and present through its people, places, cuisine, and art. Discover this gem of Virginia’s Eastern Shore that dazzled Captain John Smith over four centuries ago. Experience Onancock.

www.experienceonancock.com

Visitors – Onancock

More Eastern Shore Visitor Info: You'll Love Our Nature - Eastern Shore of Virginia Tourism Commission (visitesva.com)

PROFESSIONAL BTW BIKE TOUR APPAREL -- COMING SOON!

Uniquely capturing the Eastern Shore's whimsical charms with original artwork by Bethany Simpson Durham. [Photo shows a previous Tour design] _______________________________________________________________

SPECIAL FRIDAY EVENT! Pedal & Pour

SATURDAY - CELEBRATE YOUR CYCLE! Oyster Roast

HOS PEDAL & POUR

Historic Onancock School & Mallards at the Wharf are teaming up to welcome BTW Bike Tour cyclists. Kick off your cycling weekend Friday with a wine pairing at HOS from 3-7 pm during the CBES BTW Pre-registration.

Enjoy a red, a white, and a bubbly, each paired with a delicious appetizer prepared by Mallards, as well as a wine & beer cash bar and open art studios.

Event open to registered CBES riders and their guests only. Tickets are $30 each, and sales are limited to 200, so get yours before they sell out!

Pedal and Pour for BTW Cyclists/Guests - Historic Onancock School

TICKET ON SALE!

[*This is a HOS event not CBES so please direct questions to [email protected] 757-302-1331]

 BTW OYSTER ROAST - SATURDAY

ONLY A FEW LEFT!

Celebrate your epic cycling day with an authentic Eastern Shore Oyster Roast at 5:30pm Saturday. Under the stars, oysters & clams plucked fresh from nearby waters are cooked up and served in a century old barn with other local seafood appetizers & Shore-fried chicken with coleslaw. Plus, homemade Dessert Bar.

Live music with the popular foot-stompin' Corn Funk Review. CAPE CHARLES BREWERY & CHATHAM VINEYARDS award-winning wine for sale.

Soft Drinks included in ticket price. [ONLY 150 TICKETS]

Registered BTW Cyclists and Their Guests Only