The Bicycle Coalition of Maine (BCM) is bringing back "one of its most beloved cycling traditions" with the return of the Lobster Roll, a scenic coastal ride and community celebration in Rockland.

This reimagined event revives the spirit of BCM’s iconic Lobster Ride, offering a smaller, community-focused experience designed to reconnect riders and supporters from across Maine. The 2025 Lobster Roll marks the first step toward a full relaunch of the Lobster Ride in 2026.

“We heard you loud and clear, Midcoast Maine! The Lobster Ride left its mark on so many,” said Andrew Zarro, Executive Director of BCM. “This year’s Lobster Roll is a joyful reunion of our community and a reminder of why we ride: to connect, to celebrate Maine, and to make our roads safer for everyone.”

Event Details:

• Date: Saturday, October 18, 2025 (rain date October 19)

• Start/Finish: Snow Marine Park, Rockland, ME

• Ride Start: 10:00 a.m.

• Routes: 13-mile and 30-mile loops along Maine’s midcoast

• Post-Ride Celebration: Local food & refreshments for purchase, and camaraderie at Snow Marine Park

• Parking: Mid-Coast School of Technology (1 Main Street, Rockland)

• Registration: Open now at https://www.bikemaine.org/2025-lobster-roll/

Participants of all experience levels are welcome. Helmets are required, and riders must follow all traffic laws. E-bikes are permitted.

“The Lobster Roll isn’t just a ride, it’s a homecoming,” Zarro added. “By riding together, we’re investing in safer streets, stronger communities, and the joy of exploring Maine by bike. We are thankful to the community for inviting us to work with you to bring this event back, and to the sponsors who generously made this return possible."

For more information or to support BCM’s work, visit www.bikemaine.org.

The Bicycle Coalition of Maine works to make Maine a better and safer place to walk, bike and roll. Founded in 1992, the Bicycle Coalition of Maine has grown into the leading bicycle and pedestrian advocacy group in the state. The Coalition believes all Mainers should have access to bikes and bike education, and we envision a future where Maine’s roads, public ways, and trails are safe and accessible, resulting in cleaner travel options, improved health, and stronger economic benefits for Maine communities.