With heartfelt gratitude, we thank every cyclist, sponsor, and volunteer who made the 4th Annual Gear Up Against Kids Cancer Ride a truly unforgettable success!
Your incredible dedication and support continue to fuel our mission — raising awareness and vital funds to fight childhood cancer. We simply couldn’t do it without you.

This event keeps growing thanks to your enthusiasm and generosity. Since its inception, nearly 2,000 cyclists have joined forces to ride over 100,000 miles and raise more than $75,000 — all in support of groundbreaking childhood cancer research happening right here in San Antonio.

We do owe you a slightly awkward apology for the delay in sharing event photos. Let’s just say we got a little tangled up in the excitement (and maybe some scissors and tape)! But the wait is over — click the link below to relive the magic of that amazing day.

Click HERE to view and download (for free!) some of your favorite moments from the  4th Annual Gear Up Against Kids Cancer!

SAVE THE DATE!

5th Annual Gear Up Against Kids Cancer Ride
📅 Saturday, May 2, 2026
🎟 Early-bird registration is OPEN — just $50!
(solerssports.raceentry.com/races/gear-up-against-kids-cancer/2026/register)

Join us again to pedal for a purpose and make a difference in the lives of kids battling cancer.

👉 Register Now and be part of the movement!

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’Twas the day before the Gear Up Against Kids Cancer and all through the land,
The cyclists were prepping, their gear close at hand.
Their jerseys were folded, their helmets were tight,
Their bikes had been tuned for the long morning flight.

The routes had been mapped with precision and care,
In hopes that good weather would soon be there.
With water bottles filled and tires pumped with air,
They dreamed of the wind rushing fast through their hair.

The volunteers gathered, their stations all set,
With first aid and snacks — the best you can get!
The medics were ready, the signs were all placed,
And the start/finish line had been perfectly laced.

The riders were nestled all snug in their beds,
While visions of brisket danced in their heads.
From po’boys to brownies, and tea on the side,
They dreamed of the feast that would follow their ride.

At Floresville Park, the sun will soon rise,
And cyclists will gather with joy in their eyes.
From newbies on cruisers to racers in kits,
They’ll all ride together in groups and in bits.

With cheers from the crowd and cowbells that ring,
They’ll pedal with purpose, with hearts on a string.
For kids who are fighting, for families in need,
Each mile they ride is a powerful deed.

So thank you, dear riders, for all that you do,
For showing the world what compassion can do.
We’ll see you at sunrise — come ready to roll,
Together we ride, with one heartfelt goal.

When fighting cancer, NO KID rides alone.

Schedule of Events

6:00 AM – Check-in, packet pick-up, and last-minute registration
7:30 AM – Welcome remarks
7:45 AM – 60-mile riders begin gathering for launch
8:00 AM – 60-mile riders roll out
8:15 AM – 40-mile riders roll out
8:30 AM – 28-mile riders roll out
11:00 AM – Rider lunch begins under the LARGE PAVILION at the park
3:00 PM –  Event concludes

Parking & Checking In

Enter the Floresville River City Park parking lot using the park entrance. Please note that cyclists will be entering/exiting through this entrance. Check in at the orange canopy and pick up your bib number, then head to the pavilion to collect your participant shirt.

Route Details

To help ensure everyone’s safety, please remain on the route you registered for, which is listed on the back of your bib number. Route details (Google Maps, Strava, Ride w/GPS), including a turn-by-turn cue sheet, can be found here.

SAG Support Hotline 📞 210-450-8271

If you experience a mechanical issue during your ride or are unable to complete the route, please call the SAG Support Hotline at 210-450-8271. We will do everything possible to get to you as quickly and safely as possible.

🚴‍♂️ CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS! 🚴‍♀️
We need YOU for the 4th Annual Gear Up Against Kids Cancer Bike Ride on Saturday, October 18!

This incredible event supports life-saving research at the Greehey Children’s Cancer Research Institute—and we can’t do it without our amazing volunteers.

🔥 URGENT NEED: SAG (Support and Gear) Volunteers!
Help transport riders, monitor the route, and keep everyone safe and supported. 💵 Bonus: Due to the extra driving required, we can help cover some of your gas costs!

💪 Whether you’re cheering, handing out water, or helping behind the scenes, every role makes a difference.

📲 Sign up now and be part of something powerful!
👉 https://campaigns.uthscsa.edu/bike-ride/2018-spirit-week/volunteers/

#GearUpAgainstKidsCancer #VolunteerForACause #SAGSupportNeeded #KidsCancerResearch #UTHealthSanAntonio

There’s still time to register your team for the 4th Annual Gear Up Against Kids Cancer bike ride on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at Floresville City Park!

Whether you’re riding with friends, family, or coworkers, forming a team is a powerful way to show your support for pediatric cancer research at the Greehey Children’s Cancer Research Institute.

👉 Register your team today at GearUpAgainstKidsCancer.org and help us turn miles into meaningful progress.

#GearUpAgainstKidsCancer #RideForACure #TeamUpForKids #PediatricCancerResearch #GreeheyCCRI #UTHealthSanAntonio #CyclingForACause #FloresvilleTX #BikeRideForHope

Why ride alone when you can bring a friend — and make a few more along the way?

Join us for the 4th Annual Gear Up Against Kids Cancer bike ride on Saturday, October 18, 2025, and help support life-saving childhood cancer research right here in San Antonio.

Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or just in it for the fun, it’s a great opportunity to ride with purpose, connect with others, and help fuel future discoveries!

Register today and help us pedal toward a cure — one mile, one friend at a time.

Register now at GearUpAgainstKidsCancer.org!