| Date | May 17, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Start/Finish | Sado Island, Niigata Prefecture / Grounds of Kawaharada Elementary School, Sado City Niigata Japan |
| Registration period | From January 29, 2026 Open until March 31, 2026 |
| Category | Start time | Registration Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| ▼A）The Sado Island full-loop 210km course | |||
| A）Full-loop 210km（General） | 05:30 | ¥12,000 (JPY) | Open |
| A）Full-loop 210km（Elementary & junior high students） | 05:30 | ¥5,000 (JPY) | Open |
| B）130km half-loop course crossing Sado’s countryside | |||
| B）Half-loop 130km（General） | 06:00 | ¥9,000 (JPY) | Open |
| B）Half-loop 130km（Elementary & junior high students） | 06:00 | ¥4,000 (JPY) | Open |
| C）100km introductory course finishing at Ryotsu Port | |||
| C）Introductory 100km（General） | 06:20 | ¥8,000 (JPY) | Open |
| C）Introductory 100km（Elementary & junior high students） | 06:20 | ¥3,500 (JPY) | Open |
| Date | May 17, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Start/Finish | Sado Island, Niigata Prefecture / Grounds of Kawaharada Elementary School, Sado City Niigata Japan |
| Registration period | From January 29, 2026 Open until March 31, 2026 |
| Office Address | General Incorporated Foundation Sado City Sports Association, inside Sado Sports House, 1675 Yoshioka, Sado City, Niigata 952-0312 |
| Phone number | 0259-67-7510 |
| Fax number | 0259-55-4035 |
| Website | https://www.sado-longride.com/en/ |
| Schedule | Event Date: Sunday, May 17, 2026 (held even in rain) A Course: Start 5:30 / Finish 18:00 B Course: Start 6:00 / Finish 16:00 C Course: Start 6:20 / Finish 13:30 Venue: Grounds of Kawaharada Elementary School, Sado City |
| Event Rules | If you fail to follow the event rules and do not correct your behavior even after warnings from staff, you may be asked to stop participating. 1.While riding the course, obey all basic traffic laws such as stopping at stop signs and red lights unless instructed otherwise by police or staff. 2.Ride on the left side of the road; riding side by side is prohibited. 3.Joining the course partway through is prohibited. 4.Requirements for equipment and bicycles: ・You must use a bicycle legally permitted on public roads, including small-wheel bikes and recumbents. ・Front and rear brakes are required. ・Riding with two people, including on tandem bicycles, is prohibited. ・DH bars or similar equipment are prohibited. ・Helmets must be worn. ・A front light must be installed and turned on inside tunnels. ・A rear light or reflector must be installed. ・A bell or other audible warning device must be installed. 5.Riders at the front must not pass the lead vehicle. Riding alongside vehicles is prohibited. 6.If you must withdraw from the event for any reason, notify staff and follow their instructions. 7.In case of an accident involving another participant or a general vehicle, immediately contact event headquarters or staff and follow their instructions. 8.At checkpoints with time limits, you must pass through by the designated time. If the final sweep vehicle catches up to you, you must board it. |
| Categories and Entry Fees | A1.A2)The Sado Island full-loop 210km course General: 12,000yen Elementary & junior high students 5,000yen B)130km half-loop course crossing Sado’s countryside General: 9,000yen Elementary & junior high students 4,000yen C)100km introductory course finishing at Ryotsu Port General: 8,000yen Elementary & junior high students 3,500yen ※Entry fees include tax and accident insurance. Participants receive an original sacoche bag and a 500-yen voucher usable at the EXPO venue. ※A Course participants will be divided into A1 and A2 based on the expected finish time reported at registration. The start times of A1 and A2 differ, but the course is the same. |
| Course Report | ■A Course ・Distance 210km ・Route Start → Aikawa AS [19 km] → Nyuzaki SS [42 km] → Washizaki AS [75 km] → Ryotsu AS [103 km] → Oda AS [138 km] → Ogi AS [163 km] → Sobama AS [184 km] → Sawada Finish [210 km] ・Key Point：You need enough leg strength to handle the steep climbs in the latter half. Starting shortly after dawn at 5:30 a.m. in Sawada on the west side of Sado, Course A riders pedal clockwise around the island. Aim to reach the halfway point, Ryotsu aid station (103 km), by noon after passing the Aikawa, Nyuzaki, and Washizaki aid stations. In the first half of the course, you ride along the northern coastline of Sado Island, known as “Osado.” The route features a series of scenic spots, including the steep Z-zaka climb that shoots up a sheer cliff, and Onogame, a famous landmark on the north side of the island known for its striking beauty. After lunch at Ryotsu AS, the second half takes you along the southern “Kosado” coastline, which includes some very steep sections. Since you’ve been riding since early morning, fatigue starts to build and eventually reaches its peak. There are three ASs (aid stations) before the finish, each with a set cutoff time: The cutoff at the Tada AS at 138 km is 13:45, the cutoff at the Ogi AS at 163 km is 15:00, and the cutoff at the Sobama AS at 184 km is 16:30, so manage your pace carefully and aim for the finish. If you reach the finish at Sawada by 18:00, you will receive a finisher’s certificate. ■B Course ・Distance 130km ・Route Start → Aikawa AS [19 km] → Nyuzaki AS [42 km] → Washizaki AS [75 km] → Ryotsu AS [103 km] → → Sawada finish [130 km] ・In the first half, enjoy the scenic beauty of Osado, and in the second half, cross the Kuninaka Plain Start from Sawada at 6:00 a.m. Up to the Ryotsu AS (103 km mark), the route follows the same scenic Osado coastline as the A Course. After having lunch at the Ryotsu AS, the B Course heads across the Kuninaka Plain in the central part of Sado Island toward the finish at Sawada. It’s about 27 km from the Ryotsu AS to the Sawada finish, but there are continuous uphill sections, so beginners will not find it an easy glide to the finish. Once you cross the mountain pass, it’s flat all the way to the finish at Sawada. If you finish by 16:00, you officially complete the course. ■C Course ・Distance 100km ・Route Start → Aikawa Aid Station [19 km] → Nyuzaki Sweets Station [42 km] → Washizaki Aid Station [75 km] → Ryotsu Goal ・Even beginners can comfortably enjoy the full essence of the Sado Long Ride At 100 km, it’s a course beginners can confidently take on. Starting from Sawada at 6:20 a.m., you follow the same beautiful Osado route as the other courses, enjoying the view of the Sea of Japan and the scenic landscapes of Sado. You’ll experience the famous Sado Long Ride spot, the tough Z-zaka climb (130 m elevation, officially called Hanezaka), and enjoy the view of the massive 167 m Onogame rock jutting into the Sea of Japan. The finish is in Ryotsu, and if you arrive by 13:30, you complete the course. Ryotsu, the finish, is a ferry port, making this a convenient course for participants who want to head back toward Niigata early. |
| Registration | ■Eligibility Elementary school age and above. ※Elementary school participants must be accompanied by a guardian. Before the event day, you must have your bicycle checked at your nearest bicycle shop. ■Application Period January 1, 2026 (Thu)~ March 31, 2026 (Tue) ※Event categories cannot be changed after payment. ※No refunds will be given for overpayment or duplicate payments. ※No refunds will be given for cancellations after payment, or if the event is canceled or scaled down due to severe weather, epidemics, etc. Additionally, travel and lodging costs will not be compensated. ■Participant Information We will mail the bib number exchange ticket and participation gifts in mid-May. *Please note that the organizers are not responsible for non-delivery or delays caused by incorrect address registration or postal issues. ■Bib Number Distribution Pick up your items at participant check-in the day before the event (Saturday, May 16, 12:00～18:00). Present your exchange ticket to receive your bib, timing chip, and participation gifts. ■Clothing Any clothing or items that violate public order and morals, pose a risk to other participants, or express political or religious messages are prohibited at the venue and on the course. ■Baggage Check 1. Paid baggage check is available at the start area on the morning of May 17 (Sunday). 2. The organizers take no responsibility for theft, loss, or damage to valuables. Manage your belongings at your own risk. 3. Valuables, fragile items, living creatures, and hazardous items cannot be checked. |
| Handling of Personal Information | The organizers recognize the importance of personal information and will handle it in accordance with the Personal Information Protection Act, other relevant laws and regulations, and their personal information protection policy. It will be used to improve services for this event, including sending participant information, notifying you of related updates, providing information about the next event, and offering services to sponsors, partners, and related organizations. The organizers or their contractors may also contact you to confirm details related to your registration. In addition, if an emergency such as an accident, injury, or disaster occurs, your personal information may be shared with relevant authorities, such as the police, fire department, or medical institutions. |
| Accident Insurance | All participants will be covered by accident insurance. Details are based on the terms of the insurance policy. |
| Maintenance & inspection of your bicycle and the bicycle inspection certificate | ◆You cannot complete registration without submitting a bicycle inspection certificate For safety reasons and to prevent accidents caused by poor maintenance, we ask all participants to have their bicycles properly maintained and inspected. To ensure thorough maintenance and inspection beforehand, submitting the bicycle inspection certificate prepared by the event office is mandatory. Please note that you will not be able to complete your on-site registration if you do not submit your bicycle inspection certificate. Participating with a poorly maintained bicycle is extremely dangerous! Please cooperate so that mechanical problems and accidents can be prevented on the day of the event and everyone can enjoy a safe, fun and long ride. ◆Before the event, have each item on the bicycle inspection certificate checked at your nearest bicycle specialty shop After obtaining the bicycle inspection certificate, please have the required maintenance and inspection (bike check) performed at a bicycle specialty shop before the event. The cost of maintenance and inspection is the responsibility of the participant. You will need to submit the bicycle inspection certificate filled out by the specialty shop at on-site registration, so be sure to bring it. |
| Application Terms | 1.By applying, you acknowledge and understand the contents stated in the application guidelines. After applying, you cannot change your event category, cancel, or receive a refund for personal reasons under any circumstances. 2.Duplicate applications by the same person are not allowed. If duplicate applications by the same person are discovered, the entries will be invalid, and even if payment has been made, participation fees will not be refunded. 3.False declarations regarding age, gender, etc., and participation by anyone other than the applicant (proxy runners, transfer of rights) are not permitted. If such conduct is discovered, participation and awards will be revoked, and no participation fees or handling charges will be refunded. In addition, future applications to this event will not be accepted. 4.If the event is scaled down or canceled due to reasons beyond the organizer’s control, such as earthquakes, storms, floods, snow, incidents, accidents, epidemics, participation fees and handling charges will not be refunded. Additionally, transportation and accommodation costs borne by individuals will not be compensated. 5.Participants must immediately follow the organizer’s instructions to stop the event if the organizer determines that continuing is unsafe during the event. Participants must also follow all safety management and event operation instructions given by the organizer. 6.Participants must be free of heart disease and other illnesses. Additionally, please participate only after adequate training, undergoing a health check in advance, and ensuring you are in good physical condition. 7.If the participant is a minor, they may only apply if their parent or guardian (or team members in the case of group entry) consent to participation. 8.During the event, the organizer will provide emergency treatment only in the event of illness or other accidents. Compensation for illness or accidents will be limited to the coverage provided by the accident insurance the organizer has purchased, unless the organizer has committed intentional or gross negligence. 9.Personal information such as name, age, gender, record, and likeness may be reported or published in newspapers, TV, magazines, the internet, pamphlets, etc. through event footage, photos, articles, and records. Additionally, the rights to publish and use these materials belong to the organizer. The organizer may also conduct commissioned sales of photos and other media when approved. 10.The organizer will conduct the event in accordance with these application terms and the event regulations. |
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