With over 150 riders already signed up, the 10th Annual Tour de Keys is on pace to be the biggest ride in the event’s history — and there’s still time to register. Taking place on Saturday, Nov. 22, this fully supported cycling adventure offers 50- and 100-mile routes through the Florida Keys, raising funds for two nonprofit organizations in Monroe County: AH Monroe, providing affordable housing and vital health care, and MARC Inc., serving adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities.
Cyclists will travel the famed Overseas Highway, crossing more than 40 bridges — including the iconic Seven Mile Bridge — with full support, water/snack stops, tech and first aid assistance, and a finish-line celebration in Key West.
“I’m especially excited to cycle across the legendary Seven Mile Bridge for the first time — and yes, I’m already looking forward to my energy pit stop at Baby’s Coffee,” said Chris Sloan, one of this year’s top fundraisers and a part-time Key West and Miami resident. “Funding to Monroe County charities has been cut in half this year — so I’m stepping up. I’ll be riding 50 miles to help fill the gap and keep critical services alive here in the Keys. Next year, my goal is to ride the full century.”
Sloan is also personally matching donations from his Keys friends to inspire others to ride, give or even create their own match in support of the event’s cause.
Each registered rider is asked to raise a minimum of $250, and organizers provide participants with personalized fundraising tools and support. A newly launched rider recognition program rewards fundraisers who hit milestone levels with exclusive Tour de Keys gear, online shout-outs, and on-stage honors for top earners at the closing ceremony.
“Tour de Keys has always been about more than cycling — it’s about community,” said Becki Balcer, public relations and events coordinator at MARC. “This is a chance to make a difference, have fun, and experience the beauty of the Keys in a way most people never get to.”
All riders will receive a Tour de Keys water bottle, official T-shirt, and exclusive swag bag, plus ride support via support vehicles, water/snack stops, tech support and first aid, plus entry to the finish-line celebration in Key West.
Registration is open, with space for up to 300 riders. Organizers are also welcoming final event sponsors, volunteers and matching donors to help power fundraising efforts.More information is at tourdekeys.com.
