Bike Sebring 12/24

The event is held every February at the internationally famous Sebring International Raceway, and is a great time to visit Florida to get away from the snow, sleet and hail (about the only 3 weather conditions guaranteed they won’t have!) The Rotary Club of Highlands County uses proceeds from this event to support local charities.

ULTRA 12-HOUR

This is an Ultra-Marathon Cycling Association sanctioned 12-hour event. Competitors ride as many miles as they can in 12 hours. Event starts at the historic 12 Hours of Sebring Race Track.

Course begins with 3 laps (3.7 miles each) on the famous Sebring race course. Riders then transition to flat, sometimes rolling roads with a minimum amount of traffic which comprise the long loop (89 miles). This is followed by an 11-mile short loop untill the riders are returned to the race track between 5:30 – 5:45 pm.

24-HOUR

This is a non-drafting RAAM qualifying event that’s open to the public. This event starts at the same time and place as the Ultra 12-Hour event, but doesn’t end until the next morning!

This course begins with 3 laps (3.7 miles each) on the famous Sebring race course. Riders then transition to flat, sometimes rolling roads with a minimum amount of traffic which comprise the long loop (89 miles). This is followed by an 11-mile short loop that riders will stay on until evening. As darkness sets in, racers will continue on the racetrack course throughout the night. The racetrack course will be illuminated for easy identification of the route. Bicycle lights are recommended for the final 12 hours of the 24-hour race.

CENTURY

This event includes travel for 3 laps on the famous Sebring Raceway track. Riders will then ride a loop of 89 miles throughout Highlands County. The event is a total of 100 miles. It is considered the equivalent to a marathon for runners and walkers.