Join us for the 2026 Baker's Dozen on March 1st as we tackle the 13 tallest and toughest hills in Birmingham!
Registration starts at 8:00 a.m. and we will roll out at 9:00 a.m. to make our way to first hill.
Brian Toone will lead the ride and we will ride together to each hill then race to the top!
We will have coffee courtesy of Domestique before the ride and lunch after.
The route will be the same as last year (why change it if it works).
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41870257
We have a Spectator Route so if you want to ride to cheer on our friends but not participate. Ben Griner will lead the spectators so you don't do any unnecessary climbing. Spectator registration will also include coffee in the morning at Domestique and lunch after the ride. Some hill climbing is inevitable but is significantly less. Check out the route here
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45399154
Climb List
JCC Water Tower
Southhall
Southcrest
Art Hanes
Morningside
29th Alley
Secret Spot
16th Alley
*Crest Road - picture stop, not a climb*
Zoo Hill
Woodcrest from Valley
20th to Vulcan
Red Mountain Apts
Vulcan Water Tower
Rider Rules and Instructions
Brian Toone will lead the ride from each climb to the next - The ride will start with a flat warm up before heading to the first climb.
Riders will ride together to the bottom of each climb
There will be a mass start for each climb
Line up accordingly - if you are competing to win lineup in the front if you are just riding for fun lineup near the back
When you make it to the top the first 10 will be given a rank number. Line up in order so you can be scored.
Make sure your number plate is visible
If you have a mechanical or a physical problem notify a volunteer or staff member. They can arrange to get you and your bike back to the start.
There are two scheduled stops. The first is at the Chevron on University before climbing 29th alley (6th climb). The other is at the top of Crest road after the 16th alley climb (8th climb) for a photo.
We will have water available to refill your bottles but bring your own snacks if needed.
We are not responsible for personal items.
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