August 14–16, 2026

Phoenix Fondo: SLC

Ride the Ultimate Challenge for Recovery: a weekend fundraising experience in Salt Lake City at the foot of the Wasatch Range. Ride alongside Andrew Talansky, join an intimate dinner and be part of a community rooted in connection, recovery and the open road.

$356

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/ The Mission(01)

Join The Phoenix at the Salt Lake Criterium's Ultimate Challenge and turn every mile into support for free sober active community programming.

2Fundraisers1%Of goal reachedAug 14, 2026 – Aug 16, 2026$356Raised so far$50,000Campaign goal

This August, we’re showing up in Salt Lake City for a ride that lives up to its name. The Ultimate Challenge Powered by The Phoenix is part of the Salt Lake Criterium weekend, a high-energy cycling event built around elite racing, community, and unforgettable atmosphere.

Whether you’re riding for someone you love, for your own recovery, or because you believe everyone deserves a place to belong, this is a chance to do something hard for something that matters.

When you ride with The Phoenix, your effort goes beyond the course. Every dollar raised helps more people find connection, belonging, and recovery through free programs and events in communities across the country.

/ The Weekend(02)

Ride together, rise together. A weekend rooted in cycling, recovery and real human connection.

Three days in Salt Lake City for recovery, connection and community. Riders meet at the foot of the Wasatch Range; the rest is shared miles, stories and meals with people committed to making recovery visible and supporting The Phoenix's free sober active programs.

Itinerary

Three days in Salt Lake City: Friday's shake-out ride and dinner, Saturday's Ultimate and Express Challenges and a Sunday recovery breakfast.

The Kickoff

Friday evening kicks off with a private shake-out ride hosted by Andrew Talansky and the pros, followed by an intimate dinner focused on connection, recovery and intentions for the weekend ahead.

The Ride

Choose your challenge. The Ultimate Challenge is a 104-mile route through the Wasatch Range. The Express Challenge covers 41 miles with the same grit, camaraderie and purpose.

The Celebration

Sunday morning, the full crew gathers one last time for a relaxed breakfast: a chance to celebrate the miles, the connections and the shared commitment to recovery.

The Pros

Ride alongside Andrew Talansky, an American cycling great who believes in this mission, plus special guests.

The Rewards

Hit your fundraising milestones: Phoenix Cycling Cap at $750, Jersey at $1,000, Bibs at $1,500. Delivered straight to your door.

/ The Commitment(03)

$500 fundraising commitment. Phoenix Fondo: SLC is built on community.

To participate, you commit to raising a minimum of $500 for the cause. This isn't a registration fee: it's a promise that you'll rally your community and share the mission.

Choose your participation level: Rider ($500)

Register
Sign up and commit to your fundraising goal. You'll get your own fundraising page to share with friends and family.
Fundraise
Get your personal fundraising page, email templates, and social sharing tools. Track your progress on the leaderboard.
Rise
Hit your milestones and earn exclusive rewards. Every dollar makes a difference.
Impact
See your impact firsthand. Every dollar funds programming that changes lives.

Recent donations

Chris Hanson$06d ago

Bob McCullough$206d ago

Anonymous$25May 18

Rocio Burton$50May 18

Taryn Sweeney$25May 18

Ryan Prato$25May 18

Becky Browning$25May 18

“So proud of you, Todd!”

Jack Darrington$50May 15

Ethan Dursteler$0May 14

Todd Jones$0May 14

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Donors: 13
Days Left: 84
Location: Ultimate Challenge, Salt Lake City, UT

/ Our Participants(04)

The people making recovery possible.

4 riders riding so far.

Set up your page, share why you're riding and invite your community to support you. Every contribution helps The Phoenix continue offering free fitness, wellness and connection-based programming for people impacted by substance use.

Join The Phoenix, raise funds at your own pace and be part of a larger movement built on courage, connection and community.

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/ The Rewards(05)

Raise more. Earn more. Rewards are cumulative: hit your milestones and unlock exclusive gear and experiences.

Every dollar you raise unlocks something new. From your first milestone to the top tier, you'll earn gear that shows your commitment to the mission.

All rewards ship after the campaign ends.

$750

Phoenix Cycling Cap

Raise $750 and earn this. Once the hallmark of legendary racers, the Cycling Cap remains a cherished staple for road cyclists of all ages, and now you've earned the right to wear it.

$1,000

Phoenix Cycling Jersey

Hit $1,000 and this is yours. The Fondo Cycling Jersey is built for every rider, seasoned cyclist or weekend warrior. Its versatility and adaptability make it an essential addition to your kit, on the Fondo and every ride after.

$1,500

Phoenix Cycling Bibs

Raise $1,500: the top tier. Our Cycling Bib is the perfect all-round bib short for high-performance rides, engineered with a blend of performance fabrics and detailed patterning. A versatile, race-ready piece for riders who go the distance.

/ The Route(06)

104 miles through the Wasatch Range. Inspect the course, study the climbs and plan your day.

Powered by RideWithGPS. Toggle the elevation profile, scrub the distance markers, and pull up rider photos along the route.

/ The Pros(07)

Ride with legends. American cycling greats who believe in the mission.

Andrew Talansky

Andrew Talansky is a former professional cyclist known for his grit and versatility across the world's most demanding endurance races. A Miami native who discovered cycling at 17 and never looked back, he went on to become one of the top American riders of his generation, earning a Tour de France Top 10, a Vuelta a España Top 5, a U.S. national title and numerous WorldTour wins and podiums. Today, Andrew finds his greatest joy riding for community and causes bigger than himself, using sport as a way to connect, give back and inspire others.

Rise. Recover. Live.

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