Activations Schedule:
Thursday, April 16
4:00 PM – Giant & Liv | PeopleForBikes Social Hour
Location: Giant & Liv Booth
Join us to celebrate Giant and Liv’s support of PeopleForBikes (PFB). Connect with industry staff and fellow riders while learning more about the PFB Coalition’s impact.
Light snacks and refreshments will be provided.
Friday, April 17
8:00 AM – 10:00 AM | Femmes Friday Coffee Ride
Location: Captain + Stoker
398 E Franklin St, Monterey, CA 93940
Celebrate the momentum of women’s cycling with Liv and Zwift. Ride, connect over coffee, and meet others shaping the future of the sport. From the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift to local communities, we’re in this together. #WATCHTHEFEMMES
8:00 AM: Coffee & pastries
8:30 AM: Roll out
10:00 AM: Ride ends at Captain + Stoker
Pre-registration required: RSVP HERE
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Liv Ladies AllRide MTB Skills Clinic
Led by: Lindsey Richter & Kelli Esselman
Location: Liv Booth
Capacity: Max 20 participants
Arrival: 9:30 AM
Departure: 10:00 AM
Duration: 2 hours
Join Liv Ladies AllRide coaches for a supportive and hands-on mountain bike skills session. Open to all levels, this clinic includes guided instruction followed by a short cross-country ride.
All participants will receive a special savings code for a 2026 Ladies AllRide camp (emailed post-event).
Pre-registration required: RSVP HERE
2:00 PM | Giant Gravel Ride with Yuri Hauswald & Giant Pros
Location: Giant Booth (S535)
Join Giant Ambassador Yuri Hauswald for a fun, no-drop gravel ride (60–90 minutes) designed for all levels.
Ride alongside pro athletes Cole Paton and Brendan Johnston for a unique opportunity to connect and learn.
1:45 PM: Meet at booth
2:00 PM: Roll out
Pre-registration required: RSVP HERE
Saturday, April 18
CADEX Super Social Ride
8:00 AM – 10:00 AM | Morning Group Ride (Off-Site)
Start Location: Captain + Stoker
398 E Franklin St, Monterey, CA 93940
Ride with CADEX athletes, ambassadors, and friends from Captain + Stoker to the Sea Otter Classic.
7:30 AM: Coffee & pastries
8:00 AM: Roll out
10:00 AM: Finish at CADEX Booth (coffee, bagels, swag & raffle prizes)
Gear transport from Captain + Stoker to the CADEX booth will be available.
Route: 28 miles / 2,350 ft climbing
Pre-registration required: RSVP HERE
Sunday, April 19
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Liv Ladies AllRide MTB Skills Clinic
Led by: Lindsey Richter & Kelli Esselman
Location: Liv Booth
Capacity: Max 20 participants
Arrival: 9:30 AM
Departure: 10:00 AM
Duration: 2 hours
Join Liv Ladies AllRide coaches for an inspiring and confidence-building mountain bike experience. Riders of all levels are welcome for skills instruction followed by a relaxed cross-country ride.
All participants will receive a special savings code for a 2026 Ladies AllRide camp (emailed post-event).
Pre-registration required: RSVP HERE
SeaOtter Classic 2026 Event Schedule
The Sea Otter Classic is the world’s premium bike festival. The largest gathering of bike companies, events, racing, and cyclists of the year. Come see us for exciting new products, demo rides, and fun activities!
Giant & Liv Bicycle Demos - Booth A102 - 2026 Festival Map.
All participants must sign a Giant Bicycles, Inc. liability waiver to demo bicycles!
Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult and complete a minor release form. All participants are required to wear a helmet.
Operational Hours:
Thursday: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Sunday:9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
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SPROCKIDS EXPERIENCE - in the Kids' Zone
Ride • Learn • Grow
Sea Otter Classic – Family Zone
Booth S620
Ongoing Daily
Sprockids Skills Course
Ride • Explore • Progress
Test your mountain biking skills on our obstacle course. Complete the course and earn special Sprockids recognition. Ride leaders are on-site to help you build confidence, balance, and control.
Friday April, 17th
10:00 AM - Sprockids Ride Leader Experience
Lead • Teach • Inspire
Curious about leading youth rides? Meet the team and get a hands-on preview of Sprockids coaching—covering balance, safety, and core skills. See how you can bring Sprockids to your community.
11:00 AM - Sprockids “Slow Ride” Challenge
Balance • Control • Precision
Test your balance, control, and bike handling skills. Ride skinnies, cross bridges, and take on the teeter-totter.
2:00 PM - Sprockids Cornering Clinic
Corner • Control • Confidence
Learn the FUNdamentals of steering and cornering. Build confidence, control, and stability through every turn.
4:00 PM - Sprockids Skills Challenge: Finish & Win!
Challenge • Achieve • Celebrate
Complete the full skills course, show what you’ve learned, and celebrate your ride with a prize.
5:00 PM - Family Zone Closes
Saturday, April 18
9:30 AM - Welcome to the Sprockids Experience
Start • Ride • Discover
Skills Course open riding begins.
10:00 AM - Sprockids Ride Leader Experience
Lead • Teach • Inspire
Curious about leading youth rides? Meet the team and get a hands-on preview of Sprockids coaching—covering balance, safety, and core skills. See how you can bring Sprockids to your community.
11:00 AM - Sprockids “Slow Ride” Challenge
Balance • Control • Precision
Test your balance, control, and bike handling skills. Ride skinnies, cross bridges, and take on the teeter-totter.
2:00 PM - Sprockids Cornering Clinic
Corner • Control • Confidence
Learn the FUNdamentals of steering and cornering. Build confidence, control, and stability through every turn.
4:00 PM - Sprockids Skills Challenge: Finish & Win!
Challenge • Achieve • Celebrate
Complete the full skills course, show what you’ve learned, and celebrate your ride with a prize.
5:00 PM - Family Zone Closes
Sunday, April 19
10:00 AM - Welcome to the Sprockids Experience
Start • Ride • Discover
Open riding on the Skills Course.
11:00 AM - Sprockids “Slow Ride” Challenge
Balance • Control • Precision
Test your balance, control, and bike handling skills. Ride skinnies, cross bridges, and take on the teeter-totter.
12:00 PM - Sprockids Skills Challenge: Finish & Win!
Challenge • Achieve • Celebrate
Complete the full skills course, show what you’ve learned, and celebrate your ride with a prize.
1:00 PM - Sprockids Cornering Clinic
Corner • Control • Confidence
Learn the FUNdamentals of steering and cornering. Build confidence, control, and stability through every turn.
2:00 PM - Sprockids Experience Closes
Open to kids ages twelve and under. If your little one has been riding for years and the Kids’ Ride Zone is a step below their riding ability, try out the MTB Demo course.
Bike Parking:
There will be valet bike parking available at the LIFETIME Sea Otter Classic - please use the valet. Giant Bicycles will not have bike parking available at our booth!
More information
https://www.seaotterclassic.com/