2026 marks the 15th year of the Andean Health Cycling Team (AHCT) rides. To date, the team has raised more than $5 million to support Andean Health's work in rural Ecuador.
This year's ride in Upstate New York will be set in a region known for its 11 narrow, glacially formed lakes, dramatic gorges, and more than 100 wineries.
Here, riders will experience scenic biking routes that have both flat terrain as well as hillier loops around the lakes.
The largest and deepest of New York's glacial Finger Lakes.
The longest and second largest lake in volume. It is just under 39 miles long.
Three of the small Finger Lakes, but still beautiful and ride-worthy.
Seven-day riders will arrive in Rochester, NY and begin the first ride on a route parallel to Lake Ontario. From there, the team will start at the eastern end of the Finger Lakes region and work its way west to cycle around most of the 11 lakes.
Three-day riders will arrive in Rochester, NY and meet up with the seven-day team in Canadaigua on the north end of Lake Canadaigua (35-minutes from Rochester airport). Ground transportation will be provided by AHCT.
Range between 40-70 miles, with elevation gains between 1,000 ft and 2,500 ft. Routes for avid and moderate cyclists will be offered.
Lodging, meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner), on-road snacks, and support vehicles will be provided.
Riders who do not wish to bring their own bikes can choose from an e-bike rental at extra cost or a road bike, at no charge. Specify when you register.
Support team and seven-day riders arrive in Rochester and prepare to launch on Sunday.
Cycle eastward along routes parallel to Lake Ontario.
Cycle near Lake Skaneateles, Lake Otisco, and Lake Owasco. Routes in this area will vary from relatively flat terrain to some of the steepest climbs in the Finger Lakes. Riders will be rewarded with exceptional views of the lakes and sometimes dramatic terrain.
Shuttle to ride start and spend the day riding along Cayuga Lake, the longest, and second largest of the Finger Lakes. Riders will experience the lake's glacial landscape, with gentle grades on the north end and steeper, more challenging grades on the south end.
Today's ride will include routes around Seneca Lake, the largest and deepest of the Finger Lakes. It's known as the "lake trout capital of the world" and stretches 38 miles, north-to-south. Along the route, riders will no doubt enjoy parts of the Seneca Lake Wine Trail (more than 30 wineries).
Today's routes will take riders around Lake Canandaigua, a lake known for its 36-mile shoreline, along with steep and moderate scenic hillsides
Riders will cycle by some of the region's smallest lakes: Conesus, the western most of the Finger Lakes; Hemlock, the shallowest but surrounded by 45 acres of natural wetlands and trails; and/or Honeoye, the protected, natural municipal water supply for Rochester.
Ride to and from the hotel around Keuka Lake, known as the "Crooked Lake." Riders will enjoy the landscape, challenging hills, and bluffs with scenic views and terrain suitable for vineyards.
Subject to change based on road conditions and other factors.
This annual ride started in 2012 to raise funds and awareness for Andean Health & Development’s healthcare work in rural Ecuador and has since raised over $5 million!
Below are some easy ways to show support and spread the word. Thank you!
Whether you will cycle or not, you can donate to Andean Health & development by visiting our Donation Page.
Individuals may also send a personal check to:
Andean Health & Development
PO Box 7158
Carol Stream, IL 60197-7158
Help Make the 15th Annual Ride the Best One Yet
Contact Pablo Martínez at pablo.martinez@andeanhealth.org
