# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 8th Annual Ridenfaden Bardstown & Back Tour 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 22 Aug, 2026 at 08:00 am – Sun, 23 Aug, 2026 at 01:30 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Bardstown & Back Tour - Saturday August 22nd, 2026, 8am for 55 & 100 mile routes from Louisville to Bardstown KY and Sunday August 23rd 9am with 55 mile route from Bardstown to Louisville KY. This FREE, VOLUNTEER & DONATION BASED overnight tour follows much of the original OKHT routes of days gone by. It's a throwback of the original Bardstown tour, now put on by Crazy Ridenfaden Cyclists, members and volunteers.

Pack your bags, one of our 2 SAG cars will carry your luggage to the hotel. Book a motel room at "SureStay Hotel By Best Western 
411 W.Stephen Foster Ave., Bardstown, KY 40004" and party in Bardstown Saturday. Be sure to call the front desk and ask for "The Bicycle Group Discount" (502) 348-3977

SAG 1 Saturday - will carry the Lunch Stop supplies including support, water and energy drink for the 100 mile route. If you are riding the 55, do not put overnight bags in SAG 1 as it will get to Bardstown later.

SAG 2 Saturday - on the 55 mile route, will carry water, snacks, energy drink and luggage, will get to Bardstown earlier.

Both SAGS will end up at the hotel 🏨

SATURDAY Day 1 - Saturday August 22nd, 2026, 8am from Seidenfaden's for 55 & 100 mile routes to Bardstown. SAG 2 - Water and restroom stops will be in Parklands at Turkey Run Park, Waterford Park and our SAG 1  lunch stop with sandwiches, snacks and fruit will be set up by 11am in Fairfield KY at St. Michael's Catholic Church parking area (restroom not available at the church, go the the store in Fairfield for restroom).

From Fairfield the two routes split off: SAG 1 will escort 100 mile riders roll thru Bloomfield, Chaplin, Willisburg, Springfield and up the infamous Pottershop road with the last 3 climbs.

SAG 2 will escort 55 mile riders, who will have just 11 miles to go to the hotel finishing line. 5 riders are welcome to take in the Pottershop climb, but only the 100 mile route includes it. You can do the Route from the Hotel to Pottershop, it's about 15mi, with 1730' of elevation: https://www.strava.com/routes/3253431742677271942

POTTERSHOP PINS courtesy of Lynn Sigman Luking will be given away to every rider who tackles the climbs. Show us your activity in Bardstown.

SUNDAY DAY 2 - Sunday August 23rd - everyone rides 55 miles home leaving Bardstown around 9AM from the hotel. Grab your complimentary continental breakfast at the hotel or check out Hadorn's Bakery, 118 W Flaget St, Bardstown, KY 40004 for doughnuts. Before we head out at 9 one SAG driver will carry the SAG supplies and rider bags back to Louisville. The Sunday SAG driver would make a stop again at Waterford Park and or Turkey Run Parklands for drinks and snacks before unloading at Seidenfaden's around 1:00-1:30.

PIZZA PARTY SUNDAY - After unload at Seidenfaden's, will head over to Goodfellas Pizzeria - 642 Baxter Ave Suite 102, Louisville, KY 40204 for pies, suds and celebrate our achievements.

ROUTES:

1) Saturday 55 mile:

https://www.strava.com/routes/3256826811086624850

2) Saturday 100mi Century:

https://strava.app.link/M16BSMQjVLb

3) Return Trip Sunday 55mi:

https://strava.app.link/GHmqg51jVLb

ATTENTION: We are desperately looking for SAG 2 driver for Saturday and the one SAG driver on Sunday, please private message me, text or call me  if you wish to volunteer. John - 502-500-0883

Not a paid tour, no registration required. Donations welcome, with suggested donation $25

Thank you for your support!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/louisville/8th-annual-ridenfaden-bardstown-and-back-tour-2026/200029380842143
- **Event Categories**: nonprofit, parties, trips-adventures, entertainment
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 35

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Louisville
- **state**: KY
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Seidenfaden’s
- **lat**: 38.239208195145
- **long**: -85.732820034027
- **full address**: Seidenfaden’s, 1134 E Breckinridge St, Louisville, KY 40204-1856, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is 8th Annual Ridenfaden Bardstown & Back Tour 2026 being held?
  - **A:** 8th Annual Ridenfaden Bardstown & Back Tour 2026 takes place on Sat, 22 Aug, 2026 at 08:00 am to Sun, 23 Aug, 2026 at 01:30 pm at Seidenfaden’s, 1134 E Breckinridge St, Louisville, KY 40204-1856, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing 8th Annual Ridenfaden Bardstown & Back Tour 2026?
  - **A:** 8th Annual Ridenfaden Bardstown & Back Tour 2026 is organized by John Mahorney.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at John Mahorney's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given John Mahorney a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. John Mahorney has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** 8th Annual Ridenfaden Bardstown & Back Tour 2026 is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Louisville, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If 8th Annual Ridenfaden Bardstown & Back Tour 2026 sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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