This is the 24th annual century ride held in memory of Dr. Jim Glassner, a longtime friend and supporter of cycling in central Alabama. An MBC Member, Jim was killed in a cycling accident on December 16, 2001. We renamed our century event (which we have been running since the 80's) in his honor. He was an avid cyclist and the Autumn Challenge is dedicated to his love of cycling.
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The 2026 Glassner Autumn Challenge is tentatively planned for Saturday, October 24, 2026 on the campus of Alabama State University based on the finalization of the ASU home football schedule!!
Are you ready to join us for the 2026 Backroads "Capital City" Cycling Safety Party Ride in Montgomery? We will have all of the fun and excitement you have come to expect from the Montgomery Bicycle Club, celebrating again for 2026. As always, Cycling Safety and Awareness will be the focus of our event, and Glassner Radio will return with rider information and safety messages mixed in with music to get you ready to enjoy your ride all morning long, broadcasting this year from 5:00 am to 9:30 am on simulcast with WVAS-FM HD1 90.7. So tune in on your drive in for parking and campus information. |
2026 Glassner Autumn Challenge on October 24, 2026
The 2026 Glassner Autumn Challenge will be held Saturday, October 24, 2065. The ride supports Montgomery Bike Club Cycling Safety Classes, Cycling Awareness Activities, and Bike Month. Pick from your choice of seven routes: Closed Concourse Course (1/4 mile), Historic Neighborhood Ramble (5 miles), Cruisin' in the City (17 miles), Smell the Roses (35 miles), Fabulous Fifties (55 miles), Mad Metric Century (67 miles), or Capital City 100 (100 miles). The routes were completely redesigned in 2019 and tour from the Capital City and go South through Montgomery County.
Do you want to experience RADICAL SOUTHERN HOSPITALITY and FUN? The club members of the Montgomery Bicycle Club understand that no one understands the need of a cyclist better than your fellow cyclists. Club members proudly serve as your volunteers for the day to ensure your needs are met! No matter what distance you choose, you will find mechanical support, SAG wagons, and themed rest stops supplied with plenty of fruit, light snacks, water, and sports drinks. The short routes offer gently rolling hills, while the longer routes offer moderately rolling hills. The routes will be clearly marked and will keep you on beautiful rural roads.
The ride will begin and end at the New ASU Football Stadium located on Alabama State University at Pineleaf Street, Montgomery, AL 36106 with a delicious sit down breakfast buffet (pancakes, hard boiled eggs, grits, oatmeal, bacon, fresh fruit, orange juice, coffee, tea, and all the fixings) served in the Hornets Longue area from 5:30 to 8:45 a.m. When you return, be ready for some good old fashioned southern hospitality. We will be serving: Smoked pulled pork, our famous tomato sandwiches, Asian cole slaw, Asian spring rolls, fried rice, and ice cream! We will also have vegetarian spring rolls, fried rice and other vegetarian options. Cost of the breakfast and post-ride meal is included in your registration.
Do you want to experience RADICAL SOUTHERN HOSPITALITY and FUN? The club members of the Montgomery Bicycle Club understand that no one understands the need of a cyclist better than your fellow cyclists. Club members proudly serve as your volunteers for the day to ensure your needs are met! No matter what distance you choose, you will find mechanical support, SAG wagons, and themed rest stops supplied with plenty of fruit, light snacks, water, and sports drinks. The short routes offer gently rolling hills, while the longer routes offer moderately rolling hills. The routes will be clearly marked and will keep you on beautiful rural roads.
The ride will begin and end at the New ASU Football Stadium located on Alabama State University at Pineleaf Street, Montgomery, AL 36106 with a delicious sit down breakfast buffet (pancakes, hard boiled eggs, grits, oatmeal, bacon, fresh fruit, orange juice, coffee, tea, and all the fixings) served in the Hornets Longue area from 5:30 to 8:45 a.m. When you return, be ready for some good old fashioned southern hospitality. We will be serving: Smoked pulled pork, our famous tomato sandwiches, Asian cole slaw, Asian spring rolls, fried rice, and ice cream! We will also have vegetarian spring rolls, fried rice and other vegetarian options. Cost of the breakfast and post-ride meal is included in your registration.
2026 Glassner Autumn Challenge Registration
Glassner Autumn Challenge – Tentatively planned for Saturday, October 24, 2026
** 1/4, 5, 17 and 35-mile routes are 1/2 Price! **
Cost: $30 or $60 Early Registration (paid now until 6/21/26 by 3:24 am CDT)
(* Early registration until 6/21 does include a free shirt)
$35 or $70 On-Time Registration (paid 6/21 after 3:24 am until 9/7/26 by 11:59 pm CDT)
(* On-Time registration until 9/7 does include a free shirt)
$40 or $80 Late Registration (paid 9/8/26 until 10/21/2026 by 11:59 pm CDT)
(* Late registration after 9/28 does NOT include a free shirt)
$45 or $90 On-Site Registration (paid on-line or on-site on 10/22, 10/23, or 10/24/2026)
(* On-Site registration does NOT include a free shirt)
Cost: $30 or $60 Early Registration (paid now until 6/21/26 by 3:24 am CDT)
(* Early registration until 6/21 does include a free shirt)
$35 or $70 On-Time Registration (paid 6/21 after 3:24 am until 9/7/26 by 11:59 pm CDT)
(* On-Time registration until 9/7 does include a free shirt)
$40 or $80 Late Registration (paid 9/8/26 until 10/21/2026 by 11:59 pm CDT)
(* Late registration after 9/28 does NOT include a free shirt)
$45 or $90 On-Site Registration (paid on-line or on-site on 10/22, 10/23, or 10/24/2026)
(* On-Site registration does NOT include a free shirt)
Pre-registration will end at 11:59 pm CDT on Wednesday, October 21, 2026.
There are several ways to pay: Debit/Credit Card or by check. We also accept cash on site.
NOTE: The Glassner Autumn Challenge ride is rain or shine. All registrations are final. No refunds or cancellations, but we do offer transfers.
There are several ways to pay: Debit/Credit Card or by check. We also accept cash on site.
NOTE: The Glassner Autumn Challenge ride is rain or shine. All registrations are final. No refunds or cancellations, but we do offer transfers.
Rider Packet Pick-up
Friday, October 23, 2026 & Saturday, October 24, 2026
New ASU Football Stadium at Alabama State University
Pineleaf Street, Montgomery, AL 36106
Packet Pick-up Tents at East Endzone inside Gate E
Friday from 4:30 - 7:30 pm, Saturday from 5:45 - 8:45 am
Come pick up your packet early!
On Saturday, enjoy the Glassner Radio presented by Ray Tucker Financial!
Friday, October 23, 2026 & Saturday, October 24, 2026
New ASU Football Stadium at Alabama State University
Pineleaf Street, Montgomery, AL 36106
Packet Pick-up Tents at East Endzone inside Gate E
Friday from 4:30 - 7:30 pm, Saturday from 5:45 - 8:45 am
Come pick up your packet early!
On Saturday, enjoy the Glassner Radio presented by Ray Tucker Financial!
NEW 2025 Glassner Gear Kit Designs
2025 Glassner Autumn Challenge Short Sleeve Jersey
2025 Glassner Autumn Challenge Bib Shorts
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2025 Glassner Autumn Challenge Shorts
2025 Glassner Autumn Challenge socks
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Ride Day Schedule
New ASU Football Stadium on Alabama State University - Pineleaf Street, Montgomery, AL 36106
BREAKFAST sponsored by Servis 1st Bank
(HORNETS LOUNGE in new ASU Football Stadium on Alabama State University) - 5:30 AM - 8:45 AM
CHECK-IN AND REGISTRATION
(CONCESSION STAND inside Gate E) - 5:45 AM - 8:45 AM
RIDER STAGING
7:15 am -Capital City 100 Course (100.2 miles)
7:45 am - Mad Metric Course (67.2 miles)
8:10 am - Fabulous Fifties (54.9 miles)
8:30 am - Smell the Roses (34.5 miles)
8:50 am - Cruisin' in the City (17.0 miles)
8:55 am - Historic Neighborhood Ramble (5.5 miles)
9:00 am - Closed Concourse Course (1/4 mile)
RIDER START TIMES
7:30 am - Course opens for Capital City 100 Century (white road markings, 100.2 miles)
8:00 am - Course opens for Mad Metric (green road markings, 67.2 miles)
8:20 am - Course opens for Fabulous Fifties (orange road markings, 54.9 miles)
8:40 am - Course opens for Smell the Roses Riders (yellow road markings, 34.5 miles)
9:00 am - Course opens for Cruisin' in the City (blue road markings, 17.0 miles)
9:05 am - Historic Neighborhood Ramble (blue road markings, 5.5 miles)
9:10 am - Closed Concourse Course (1/4 mile)
CHECK-OUT AND FINISH LINE REST STOP
9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
5:45 pm - Course closes, Check-out closes, and Finish Line Rest Stop Closes (This is a tentative time)
6:00 pm - Emergency contact notifications start for anyone not checked-out.
BE SURE TO CHECK-OUT!!!
For detailed ride information, go to the Rider Information page.
BREAKFAST sponsored by Servis 1st Bank
(HORNETS LOUNGE in new ASU Football Stadium on Alabama State University) - 5:30 AM - 8:45 AM
CHECK-IN AND REGISTRATION
(CONCESSION STAND inside Gate E) - 5:45 AM - 8:45 AM
RIDER STAGING
7:15 am -Capital City 100 Course (100.2 miles)
7:45 am - Mad Metric Course (67.2 miles)
8:10 am - Fabulous Fifties (54.9 miles)
8:30 am - Smell the Roses (34.5 miles)
8:50 am - Cruisin' in the City (17.0 miles)
8:55 am - Historic Neighborhood Ramble (5.5 miles)
9:00 am - Closed Concourse Course (1/4 mile)
RIDER START TIMES
7:30 am - Course opens for Capital City 100 Century (white road markings, 100.2 miles)
8:00 am - Course opens for Mad Metric (green road markings, 67.2 miles)
8:20 am - Course opens for Fabulous Fifties (orange road markings, 54.9 miles)
8:40 am - Course opens for Smell the Roses Riders (yellow road markings, 34.5 miles)
9:00 am - Course opens for Cruisin' in the City (blue road markings, 17.0 miles)
9:05 am - Historic Neighborhood Ramble (blue road markings, 5.5 miles)
9:10 am - Closed Concourse Course (1/4 mile)
CHECK-OUT AND FINISH LINE REST STOP
9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
5:45 pm - Course closes, Check-out closes, and Finish Line Rest Stop Closes (This is a tentative time)
6:00 pm - Emergency contact notifications start for anyone not checked-out.
BE SURE TO CHECK-OUT!!!
For detailed ride information, go to the Rider Information page.