Ride through history in the city where it all began. The Honor Major Taylor Fondo p/b Zipp invites you to celebrate the indomitable spirit of Marshall “Major” Taylor in his own hometown of Indianapolis, Indiana.
As the world’s first African-American sports superstar, Major Taylor broke barriers on the same streets where we now push our limits. For 2026, we honor his legacy with a professional-grade Grand Depart from the iconic Bottleworks District, sending riders southeast on brand-new scenic routes designed to challenge the legs and lift the spirit.
Ride Highlights:
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A Hometown Tribute: Experience a managed, neutral police roll-out from the heart of Indy, moving as one peloton through the city that shaped a world champion.
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Performance-Driven Routes: Choose between the 62-mile Gran (Metric Century) or the 30-35-mile Medio. Both routes feature professional chip-timing for athletes looking to test their mid-summer fitness.
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Elite Support: Fully supported, themed SAG stops with elevated nutrition, hydration, and mechanical assistance to keep you moving.
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The Bottleworks Experience: Start and finish at Indy’s premier urban destination. Enjoy secure, complimentary bike parking so you can transition from your ride to the front row of the evening's Pro Criteriums.
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Curated Recovery: Your registration includes an official Honor Major Taylor t-shirt and a custom meal voucher for a curated selection of local restaurants inside The Garage Food Hall.
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Zipp Wheelset Drawing: All amateur registrants are automatically entered to win one of two Zipp Wheelsets (valued at $2,500 each). Winners must be present at the 6:15 PM drawing to claim their prize.