December Century Rides 2026
Find your next 100-mile or metric century cycling challenge in December. Verified events, route profiles, and regional weather guides.
December Cycling Conditions & Training Strategy
December is the ultimate month of reflection, celebration, and year-end mileage challenges for dedicated cyclists. Whether you are looking to surpass an annual mileage target or simply enjoy winter sunshine while escaping the cold, December century rides in Florida, the desert Southwest, and Southern California provide the perfect warm-weather retreat. The festive atmosphere of holiday century rides features seasonal aid station treats, costumed riders, and immense camaraderie. With mild winter sunshine and low humidity, the riding conditions in the southern latitudes are sublime. Crossing the finish line of a 100-mile ride in December delivers the supreme satisfaction of having cycled strong through all four seasons, capping off a memorable year in the saddle.
📍 December Century Rides Across North America
2 Events PlottedVuelta de San Manuel
AZ • 📅 Dec 05, 2026 at 8:30 AMJoin GABA for this inaugural Vuelta de San Manuel. This ride will take riders on a beautifully scenic ride in the San Pedro River Valley with the Santa Catalina Mts. and the Galiuro Mts. framing both side of the river.
⚡ Event Details & Specifications ›
| Dataset Population | 2026 Verified Census |
| Event Type | Cycling Century (SportsEvent) |
| Event Status | Scheduled |
| Attendance Mode | In-Person (Offline) |
| Date | 📅 Dec 05, 2026 at 8:30 AM |
| Starting Venue | San Manuel |
| Location | San Manuel, AZ |
| Organizer | GABA ↗ |
| Registration | Direct Registration Link ↗ |
Dead of Winter Double and Double-Double Centuries
CA • 📅 Dec 05 – 06, 2026The Dead of Winter (DoW) Double and Double-Double Centuries will be held on Dec 5th and 6th, 2026. The ride gives you a chance to complete that last Double of the year and/or get that Volunteer credit needed for one of the CTC awards.
⚡ Event Details & Specifications ›
| Dataset Population | 2026 Verified Census |
| Event Type | Cycling Century (SportsEvent) |
| Event Status | Scheduled |
| Attendance Mode | In-Person (Offline) |
| Date | 📅 Dec 05 – 06, 2026 |
| End Date | 2026-12-06 |
| Starting Venue | Port Hueneme Holiday Inn Express |
| Street Address | 350 East Port Hueneme Road |
| Location | Port Hueneme, CA null |
| Organizer | Los Angeles Wheelmen ↗ |
| Entry Fee | $75 |
| Registration | Direct Registration Link ↗ |