WCBC 2026 Savage Century

About this race

Race Overview Event Name: WCBC 2026 Savage Century Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026 Location: 1901 Barksdale Rd, Newark, DE Website: BikeReg About the Savage Century Challenge: Many have enjoyed the challenge of the Savage as a “ride of passage”. Scenic Routes: Rural beauty of Chester and Lancaster Counties—from Pennsylvania Dutch and Amish farmlands to scenic vistas. Warm-up: Warm up on rolling hills heading west of Newark DE toward Nottingham PA. Test Your Skills: Steeper hills including Slate Hill, Bradys Hill, Pilgrims Pathway and Furniss Road! Preparation Advice Gear Recommendation: For longer routes, bikes should be equipped with a low gear of about 40 gear-inches. Training: Put your training to the test and prepare for a challenging ride! Experience: Come for the ride. Ride for the challenge! Date/Schedule Rider Check-in/Start: 7:00 am – 9:30 am (no mass start) Wristbands: Riders must pass through Rider Check-in to get a wristband and cue sheets. Routes/Support Closure: 4:30 pm Registration Participants: Registration is limited to 350 participants. Early Registration: Discounts available until a month prior to the event. Online Registration: Register online at BikeReg. Pricing: Early Registration: $30 per Club member: $45 per non-member (until September 12, 2025). Standard Registration: $40 per Club member: $55 per non-member (September 13-September 30, 2026). Late/Event Day Registration: $50 per Club member: $65 per non-member (October 1-3, 2025). Event Info Route Marking: All routes are marked with Route Arrows. Cue Sheets: Provided for all riders. Support: SAG a…