VELO for Vets is a 35-mile charity ride bringing together cyclists, veterans, law enforcement, first responders, attorneys, and community supporters to help ensure that elderly veterans can remain safely housed.

Beginning at the Richard O. Watson Judicial Center in St. Augustine, riders travel north under police escort before finishing at the celebration at the K9s For Warriors Armed Forces Tri-Bridge Challenge in Jacksonville. The ride finishes alongside hundreds of athletes and supporters celebrating service, sacrifice, and community. The former Freed to Run bike ride began at the same St. Augustine courthouse and rode to the Duval County Courthouse; VELO for Vets builds on that tradition with a new finish that connects riders to another veteran-focused community event.

Ride Details
Event Information

Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026

Ride Start: Richard O. Watson Judicial Center, St. Augustine, Florida

Ride Begins: 7:30 a.m.
Please arrive by 6:45 a.m. for check-in, bicycle safety inspection, announcements, and rider briefing.

Ride Distance: 35 Miles

Estimated Finish: 10:30 a.m.

Finish: K9s For Warriors Armed Forces Tri-Bridge Challenge Finish Line

Location: Near the USS Orleck Naval Museum, Downtown Jacksonville

Average Pace: Approximately 12 mph

Rest Stop: One supported rest stop approximately halfway through the ride.

Support: Police escort, water and refreshments

Custom VELO for Vets Jersey

Riders who register by September 16 will receive a custom VELO for Vets cycling jersey as part of their registration.

Be sure to select your jersey size when registering.