By all measures, “Soldier Ride — The Hamptons 2025” was a great success. This year marked the 21st anniversary of Soldier Ride, an event that had its origins locally at the Stephen Talkhouse.
In the 21 years since it began, Soldier Ride has transformed the way our injured veterans recover through the shared bonds of physical activity and engaging with our communities.
Indeed, the community did come out in support: Close to 200 people joined the veterans on the 25-mile ride from Amagansett to Sag Harbor and back. Almost $50,000 was raised for programs that help veterans adjust to both injuries and returning to civilian life.
Thank you to the police departments and traffic control officers from East Hampton Town, East Hampton Village and Sag Harbor; Amagansett, East Hampton, Sag Harbor and Shelter Island fire departments; American Legion Post 419, Chelberg and Battle; American Legion Auxiliary Unit Post 388; Nora McGintee; Hampton Sound and Music Production; Tammi Gay of the Stephen Talkhouse; Josh Brussell and Two Shoes Music Entertainment; Rich Valchin and Mike Turza Military Vehicles; Westhampton War Memorial Ambulance EMTs; Hampton Ice; The Ross School; Tuckahoe School; Scouts Troop 298; Cub Pack 136; Girl Scouts; Amagansett Square; Meeting House Restaurant and Tim Bando, for the welcome dinner; Villa Italia Specialties; Hampton Chutney; One Stop Market; Montauk Beer & Soda; L.J. Eggert Tickwise; Amber Waves; Indian Wells lifeguards; Metro Parrot Head Club; and Newsday.
From Montauk to Tuckahoe, it’s the community support that makes this event a success every year.
“Soldier Ride — The Hamptons No. 22” will take place on Saturday, July 18, 2026. Mark it on your calendar. Plan to ride with our warriors in 2026.
With sincere thanks to all.
Joe Lombardi
The Hamptons Committee
Soldier Ride
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