Ride for Major Taylor
A 63-mile tribute ride honoring cycling pioneer Marshall 'Major' Taylor, with 3,620 ft of climbing through the Seattle region. Organized by Cascade Bicycle Club.
The vibe
Honoring a cycling legend
Marshall “Major” Taylor was the fastest cyclist in the world at the turn of the 20th century — a Black American who won the world sprint championship in 1899 despite racing in an era defined by discrimination and exclusion. The Ride for Major Taylor in Seattle is both a tribute to that history and a 63-mile road ride that’ll ask something real of your legs: 3,620 feet of climbing through the greater Seattle region.
Organized by Cascade Bicycle Club, the 2026 edition runs on May 3rd with a 7 AM start. It’s a supported ride with full SAG coverage, but the 63-mile distance and elevation make clear this is a ride to prepare for, not just show up to. If you’ve been building your base since the Emerald City Ride, this is a natural next step in the spring season.
The event connects the sport’s history to the present in a way that feels meaningful rather than performative. The ride is open to all abilities within the distance, and Cascade does a good job of making these events inclusive. Registration through cascade.org.