DateTimeDistanceStartLeaderDescription
Tuesday, May 13, 20088:00 AM8 to 10 mph: distance around 28 milesVolunteer Park WheatonDick Major (630) 690-2444 Slower Goers
Will ride to the Fox River going to Batavia and up the River to Geneva then back via West Chicago. Bring a snack and water. We should be back early in the afternoon. Not concerned about speed: most concerned about safety. Stops will be made along the way to behold the scenery. If it looks like rain, give me a call.
Tuesday, May 13, 20089:00 AM30 miles at moderate pace Imax Theater in Woodridge at the corner of Rt 53 and Hobson Road Bill Schwartz Home (630-9636250) cell (630-3031160) Tuesday IMAX Ride
This is a ride through Naperville on lightly traveled streets with a stop at Koobie's Coffee Shop
Tuesday, May 13, 20089:00 AMUnder 20 miles at 8/10 mphVilla Park DepotKacy Worcester 630/941-8532 New Adventure Ride
Bring snacks
Tuesday, May 13, 20086:00 PM30-40 miles, 14-16 mph true pacePanera Bread, ElmhurstJeff Wincentsen, 630-832-3338 Tuesday Night Ride
A road ride exploring Du Page and Cook counties. Includes one short stop. Bring enough food/drink to refuel. Good lights and bright clothing required. Rain or high winds will cancel.
Tuesday, May 13, 20086:00 PM~40 miles ~18 to 20 mphPleasantdale Middle School 7450 S. Wolf Rd Burr RidgeGeorge Pastorino 708-903-8700 Tues. Nite Hilly Fast Ride
Non stop, fast tempo road ride on Hilly route. Rotating pace line. Good bike handling skills required. This is a joint ride with The Bike Psychos. Directions to start in e-mail.
Wednesday, May 14, 20089:00 AM32 miles at 11 - 14 mphSpring Rock ParkGerry Fekete (708) 352 -0913 Go West-To Argonne & Beyond
Road riding. Bring snacks.
Wednesday, May 14, 20089:00 AMDetermined by riders that showMcCollum Park, Downers GroveDetermined by riders who show Wednesday Show n Go
The riders who show will decide ride leader, distance and pace.
Wednesday, May 14, 20089:00 AM53 miles / 14 - 17 mphSunset Knolls ParkSusan Sperl 630-251-0927 Slower version of Isaac's ride
We will ride to St. Charles and have lunch at Smitty's. No one will be left behind. Join us if you can. Rain cancels.
Wednesday, May 14, 20089:00 AM53 miles-16-18 mphSunset Knoll Park on Finley Rd. half mile north of Roosevelt, LombardIsaac R. Samayoa Tel. H 630-627-3852 C 630-808-4810 Lombard to St. Charles
Lombard to St. Charles A flat ro rolling beautiful scenic road ride with long stretches and a break at Smitty's in St. Charles. Cue sheets will be provided on request.
Wednesday, May 14, 20086:30 PM15-20 miles, 18-20+ mphVilla Park Depot - Villa & the P.P.David Polkow 630-832-8131 Wednesday night fast ride
This non-stop ride will be a short fast road ride and will include some tempo riding and intervals. This is a joint ride with the Elmhurst Triathlon Club.
Wednesday, May 14, 20086:30 PMDistance TBD 11-13 mphParking lot at Maple St. and Park Ave. LombardDetermined by riders who show Wednesday Night Intermediate Pace Show n Go
The riders who show will decide ride leader, distance and pace. Lights are needed.
Thursday, May 15, 20089:00 AM60 miles at fast moderate paceImax Theater in Woodridge at the corner of Rt 53 and Hobson Road Bill Schwartz Home (630-9636250) cell (630-3031160) Thursday IMAX Ride
This is a ride through Naperville on lightly traveled streets. The ride will be longer if weather permits.
Thursday, May 15, 20086:00 PM30-40 miles, 13-15 mph (slower on trails)Panera Bread, ElmhurstJeff Wincentsen, 630-832-3338 Thursday Night Trail Ride
A road and TRAIL ride exploring Du Page and Cook counties. Includes one short stop. Bring enough food/drink to refuel. We may do some scouting, so bring a sense of adventure ! Mountain bike or hybrid recommended. Good lights and bright clothing required. Rain or high winds will cancel.
Friday, May 16, 20089:00 AM42 miles @ 13 to 15 mphSunset Knolls Park in LombardMary Jo Bolan 630-887-9652 Sweet & Gentle Ride to Batavia
We will ride Isaac's route from Lombard to Batavia via Fermi Lab with a rest stop at Panera Bread.
Friday, May 16, 20089:00 AM42 miles 16-18 mphSunset Knoll Park on Finley Rd. half mile north of Roosevelt, LombardIsaac R. Samayoa Tel. H 630-627-3852 C 630-808-4810 Lombard to Batavia
Lombard to Batavia A mostly flat road ride with a break at Panera in Batavia. Come and join us. Nobody, that can maintain a speed of 16 mph on the flat, will be dropped. Cue sheets will be provided on request.
Friday, May 16, 20083:00 PMFriday, May 16, 2008 3:00 PM 30-plus miles 16-18 Bob's Riverside Campground Spring Green WIBill Schwartz Home (630-9636250) cell (630-3031160) Mushroom Hill Ride Friday
Ride the hills of the spring Green area and see the great vistas at the top!
Friday, May 16, 20083:30 PM30-plus miles 12-14 MPHBob's Riverside Campground, Spring Green, WILarry Gitchell (708) 421-0120 (C), (708) 409-0105 (H) Lost Hill and Lone Rock
Lost Hill and Lone Rock Ride Approximately 27 mile first loop, which should get us back in time for those who have dinner plans. Optional second loop for anyone who wants more mileage.
Saturday, May 17, 20088:30 AM50-70 miles, 16-18 MPH Muscoda Wi parking lot by ballfield park in townBill Schwartz Home (630-9636250) cell (630-3031160) Muscoda Saturday Fast Ride-Muscoda
This will be a ride to a park where we'll have a picnic lunch that we'll buy on the way. There will be a fun-filled climb out of the park after our lunch, but the scenery makes it worht while!
Saturday, May 17, 20088:30 AM50/55miles @12 to 14mphOn President just North of Geneva in WheatonRich Diebold 847-891-6010 South Barrington/Inverness
Will stop for lunch...bring money. Please be able to bike 12 to 14 miles an hour for 5 hours. Bike north through Glendale Heights, Bloomingdale, Roselle, Schaumburg, Hoffman Estates, South Barrington, Inverness
Saturday, May 17, 20088:30 AM 50-70 miles, 16-18 MPH Bob's Riverside Campground, Spring Green, WIBill Schwartz Home (630-9636250) cell (630-3031160) Frank Lloyd Wright Views
Ride the wonderful Wisconsin back roads to a beautiful park where we'll eat a picnic lunch that we'll buy on the way. Climbing out of the park will give a challenge to all! we'll go by Frank Lloyd Wright areas on the way.
Saturday, May 17, 20088:30 AM40-50miles, 16-18mph avgLifetime Fitness Center, SchaumburgKarim Mouline, 847-254-5752 KSMR - Hills of Barrington
Fast paced road ride w/ moderate hills. We'll start in Schaumburg, to Hoffman Estates, to South Barrington, to Barrington Hills. Bring enough food & fluid. One rest stop. Automatically cancelled by rain.
Saturday, May 17, 20089:00 AMDetermined by riders that showDepot ElmhurstDetermined by riders who show Saturday Show and Go
The riders will determine the ride leader, distance and pace
Saturday, May 17, 20089:30 AM56 miles, 12-14 MPHBob's Riverside Campground, Spring Green, WILarry Gitchell (708) 421-0120 (C), (708) 409-0105 (H) You say "Muscoday", I say "Muscodah"
Ride to the World Famous Muscoda Mushroom Festival This is a similar route to last year. Be aware there are few rest stops, and one horrendous hill in the outbound route. Bring plenty of water and snacks, money, and a lock.
Sunday, May 18, 20088:30 AM32-38 miles, 16-18 mphPanera Bread at York & North AveDavid Polkow 630-832-8131 Sunday Morning Fast Ride
This 2 1/2 hour weekly ride will go in various directions with one brief rest stop included. Ride will have a few optional sprints.
Sunday, May 18, 20088:30 AM40 Miles 16-18 MPHBob's Riverside Campground, Spring Green, WIBill Schwartz Home (630-9636250) cell (630-3031160) Around and About Spring Green
Ride the Spring Green rollers for 40 fun-filled miles
Sunday, May 18, 20088:30 AM30-40 miles, 15-17 mph true pacePanera Bread, ElmhurstJeff Wincentsen, 630-832-3338 Jeff's Sunday Morning Ride
Jeff's Sunday Morning Ride -- A road ride exploring Du Page and Cook counties. Includes one short stop. Bring enough food/drink to refuel. Rain or high winds will cancel.
Sunday, May 18, 20088:30 AM25-30 miles, 12-14 mphPanera, ElmhurstMary Jo Bolan, 630-887-9652 Sunday Without Petra
The Petra mid-pace ride continues in May with a rotation of ride leaders.
Sunday, May 18, 20088:30 AM20 miles, 10-12 mphPanera Bread, ElmhurstDetermined by riders who show Sunday Slow Ride Show & Go
The slow ride is a S&G for May.
Sunday, May 18, 20089:30 AM35 Miles 12-14 MPHBob's Riverside Campground, Spring Green, WILarry Gitchell (708) 421-0120 (C), (708) 409-0105 (H) Bear Valley Bounce
Bear Valley Bounce Pedal into the hills and visit the tiny town of Bear Valley. Limited opportunities for rest stops, bring water and snacks.
Sunday, May 18, 200812:30 PMDetermined by riders that showGazebo, Glen EllynDetermined by riders who show Sunday Show and Go
The riders who show will decide ride leader, distance and pace.
Monday, May 19, 20086:00 PM25-30 Miles, 13-15 MPHDepot, ElmhurstLarry Gitchell (708) 421-0120 (C), (708) 409-0105 (H) Victoria Day MNR
Pedal on through the lengthening daylight. Lights still recommended.
Tuesday, May 20, 20089:00 AM30 miles at moderate pace Imax Theater in Woodridge at the corner of Rt 53 and Hobson Road Bill Schwartz Home (630-9636250) cell (630-3031160) Tuesday IMAX Ride
This is a ride through Naperville on lightly traveled streets with a stop at Koobie's Coffee Shop
Tuesday, May 20, 20089:00 AM17 miles at a pace of 8-10 mphSpring RockVickie Pate 630/655-4698 New Adventure Ride
Stop for coffee.
Tuesday, May 20, 20086:00 PM~40 miles ~18 to 20 mphPleasantdale Middle School 7450 S. Wolf Rd Burr RidgeGeorge Pastorino 708-903-8700 Tues. Nite Hilly Fast Ride
Non stop, fast tempo road ride on Hilly route. Rotating pace line. Good bike handling skills required. This is a joint ride with The Bike Psychos. Directions to start in e-mail.
Tuesday, May 20, 20086:00 PM30-40 miles, 14-16 mph true pacePanera Bread, ElmhurstJeff Wincentsen, 630-832-3338 Tuesday Night Ride
A road ride exploring Du Page and Cook counties. Includes one short stop. Bring enough food/drink to refuel. Good lights and bright clothing required. Rain or high winds will cancel.
Wednesday, May 21, 20089:00 AM53 miles, 14-17 mphSunset Knolls ParkSusan Sperl 630-251-0927 Slower version of Isaac's ride
We will ride to St. Charles and have lunch at Smitty's. No one will be left behind. Please join us if you can. Rain cancels
Wednesday, May 21, 20089:00 AM53 miles-16-18 mphSunset Knoll Park on Finley Rd. half mile north of Roosevelt, LombardIsaac R. Samayoa Tel. H 630-627-3852 C 630-808-4810 Lombard to St. Charles
Lombard to St. Charles A flat ro rolling beautiful scenic road ride with long stretches and a break at Smitty's in St. Charles. Cue sheets will be provided on request.
Wednesday, May 21, 20089:00 AMDetermined by riders that showMcCollum Park, Downers GroveDetermined by riders who show Wednesday Show n Go
The riders who show will decide ride leader, distance and pace.
Wednesday, May 21, 20086:30 PMDistance TBD 11-13 mphParking lot at Maple St. and Park Ave. LombardDetermined by riders who show Wednesday Night Intermediate Pace Show n Go
The riders who show will decide ride leader, distance and pace. Lights are needed.
Wednesday, May 21, 20086:30 PM15-20 miles, 18-20+ mphVilla Park Depot - Villa & the P.P.David Polkow 630-832-8131 Wednesday night fast ride
This non-stop ride will be a short fast road ride and will include some tempo riding and intervals. This is a joint ride with the Elmhurst Triathlon Club.
Thursday, May 22, 20089:00 AM50 miles at fast moderate paceSt Charles soccer field lot corner of Campton Hills Rd and Peck, St CharlesBill Schwartz Home (630-9636250) cell (630-3031160) Thursday Sycamore Ride
Thursday Sycamore ride will give you lots of great riding on rolling hills where you can go for 20 miles at a stretch! we'll have lunch in Sycamore and head back on some more great riding areas.
Thursday, May 22, 20086:00 PM30-40 miles, 13-15 mph (slower on trails)Panera Bread, ElmhurstJeff Wincentsen, 630-832-3338 Thursday Night Trail Ride
A road and TRAIL ride exploring Du Page and Cook counties. Includes one short stop. Bring enough food/drink to refuel. We may do some scouting, so bring a sense of adventure ! Mountain bike or hybrid recommended. Good lights and bright clothing required. Rain or high winds will cancel.
Friday, May 23, 20089:00 AM42 miles @ 13 to 15 mphSunset Knolls Park in LombardMary Jo Bolan 630-887-9652 Sweet & Gentle Ride to Batavia
We will ride Isaac's route from Lombard to Batavia via Fermi Lab with a rest stop at Panera Bread.
Friday, May 23, 20089:00 AM42 miles 16-18 mphSunset Knoll Park on Finley Rd. half mile north of Roosevelt, LombardIsaac R. Samayoa Tel. H 630-627-3852 C 630-808-4810 Lombard to Batavia
Lombard to Batavia A mostly flat road ride with a break at Panera in Batavia. Come and join us. Nobody, that can maintain a speed of 16 mph on the flat, will be dropped. Cue sheets will be provided on request.
Friday, May 23, 20089:00 AM35 miles, 12-14 mphBusse Woods. Biesner off of BiesterfieldRich Diebold, 847-891-6010 Friday Ride
Join Rich for a Friday ride on the 2nd and 4th Friday of the month. May be shortened due to weather. Join him in the first parking lot.
Friday, May 23, 20087:00 PMMonthly Collating PartyMikesell's House, Villa ParkJudy Mikesell, 630-833-1036 Newsletter Collating Party
Join fellow members in preparing next month's newsletter for mailing. Takes about 45 minutes. Call Judy for directions.
Saturday, May 24, 20088:30 AMRoughy 60-80 milesMadison or RockfordKaren Zenisek Karen's Memorial Long Ride
All, on Saturday may 24, I'll be leading a long ride hopefully from Madison. We will do 2 loops of the Ironman Course. If weather is iffy we will ride from Rockford. Please RSVP so that I can ensure riders. This information will get finalized prior to the date, so RSVP. Pace 17-19
Saturday, May 24, 20088:30 AM20-25 miles, 2 1/2 hoursPalos Forest PreservePeter Gough 630-903-8436 Mountain Bike Ride
Medium paced Mountain Bile Ride at Palos. Mostly single track, some short hills, lots of fun. Release your inner child and we'll ride like we did when we were kids, carefree!! Meet at last parking lot on Wolf Road in Palos Forest Preserve. Ride cancelled if trails are muddy.
Saturday, May 24, 20088:30 AM40-50miles, 16-18mph avgLifetime Fitness Center, SchaumburgKarim Mouline, 847-254-5752 KSMR - Hills of Barrington
Fast paced road ride w/ moderate hills. We'll start in Schaumburg, to Hoffman Estates, to South Barrington, to Barrington Hills. Bring enough food & fluid. One rest stop. Automatically cancelled by rain.
Saturday, May 24, 20089:00 AMDetermined by riders that showDepot ElmhurstDetermined by riders who show Saturday Show and Go
The riders will determine the ride leader, distance and pace
Saturday, May 24, 200810:00 AM36 Miles 12-14MPHOlin-Turville Park, Madison WILarry Gitchell (708) 421-0120 (C), (708) 409-0105 (H) Sunnyside of Stoughton
Sunnyside of Stoughton! We'll ride over the hills to the town of Stoughton , with a slightly flatter return via Sunnyside. All pavement, will include roads and paths. For a reasonable set of directions type "John Nolen Drive at East Olin Ave Madison WI 53713" into google maps. The ride starts from the first parking lot on the right as you enter Olin-Turville Court. When driving up, be aware that the exit from I-90 to Route 12/18 (The Beltline) is on the Left.
Sunday, May 25, 20088:30 AM32-38 miles, 16-18 mphPanera Bread at York & North AveDavid Polkow 630-832-8131 Sunday Morning Fast Ride
This 2 1/2 hour weekly ride will go in various directions with one brief rest stop included. Ride will have a few optional sprints.
Sunday, May 25, 20088:30 AM30-40 miles, 15-17 mph true pacePanera Bread, ElmhurstJeff Wincentsen, 630-832-3338 Jeff's Sunday Morning Ride
Jeff's Sunday Morning Ride -- A road ride exploring Du Page and Cook counties. Includes one short stop. Bring enough food/drink to refuel. Rain or high winds will cancel.
Sunday, May 25, 20088:30 AM25-30 miles, 12-14 mphPanera, ElmhurstMary Jo Bolan, 630-887-9652 Sunday Without Petra
The Petra mid-pace ride continues in May with a rotation of ride leaders.
Sunday, May 25, 20088:30 AM20 miles, 10-12 mphPanera Bread, ElmhurstDetermined by riders who show Sunday Slow Ride Show & Go
The slow ride is a S&G for May.
Sunday, May 25, 20089:00 AM42 Miles 12-14 MPHHampton Inn, 516 Grand Canyon Drive Madison, WILarry Gitchell (708) 421-0120 (C), (708) 409-0105 (H) The Only Waunakee
Ride to the only Waunakee in the world! All pavement, route will include a mix of suburban streets, country roads, paved paths, and city streets. Some will be busy, but most are bike friendly.
Sunday, May 25, 200812:30 PMDetermined by riders that showGazebo, Glen EllynDetermined by riders who show Sunday Show and Go
The riders who show will decide ride leader, distance and pace.
Monday, May 26, 20089:00 AM33 Miles 12-14 MPHHampton Inn, 516 Grand Canyon Drive, Madison, WILarry Gitchell (708) 421-0120 (C), (708) 409-0105 (H) Bike Shops and Bratfest
Bike Shops and Bratfest Tour the bike shops of Madison with our traditional Bratwurst festival stop. We'll split the bike shop visits around lunch because some of them open later.
Monday, May 26, 20086:00 PMTBDDepot, ElmhurstTBD Memorial Day Show & Go MNR
For the second time this month, the Monday Night Ride appears as a Show & Go. Riders in attendance decide who leads, distance, and pace. Your regularly scheduled leader will return June 2nd.
Tuesday, May 27, 20089:00 AM20 MI OR LESS / 8-10 MPHSPRING ROCK PARK WESTERN SPRINGSTED SWARD 708 354-5782 New Adventure Ride
NEW ADVENTURE RIDE- ROUTE TO BE DETERMINED BY RIDE LEADER-SNACK STOP
Tuesday, May 27, 20089:00 AM30 miles at moderate pace Imax Theater in Woodridge at the corner of Rt 53 and Hobson Road Bill Schwartz Home (630-9636250) cell (630-3031160) Tuesday IMAX Ride
This is a ride through Naperville on lightly traveled streets with a stop at Koobie's Coffee Shop
Tuesday, May 27, 20086:00 PM30-40 miles, 14-16 mph true pacePanera Bread, ElmhurstJeff Wincentsen, 630-832-3338 Tuesday Night Ride
A road ride exploring Du Page and Cook counties. Includes one short stop. Bring enough food/drink to refuel. Good lights and bright clothing required. Rain or high winds will cancel.
Tuesday, May 27, 20086:00 PM~40 miles ~18 to 20 mphPleasantdale Middle School 7450 S. Wolf Rd Burr RidgeGeorge Pastorino 708-903-8700 Tues. Nite Hilly Fast Ride
Non stop, fast tempo road ride on Hilly route. Rotating pace line. Good bike handling skills required. This is a joint ride with The Bike Psychos. Directions to start in e-mail.
Wednesday, May 28, 20089:00 AMApprox. 40 miles 13-15 mphMcCollum Park, Downers GroveJoanne Dybala 630-493-1514 R-B Ride
Ride to Riverside, with a coffee shop stop in Brookfield
Wednesday, May 28, 20089:00 AM53 miles-16-18 mphSunset Knoll Park on Finley Rd. half mile north of Roosevelt, LombardIsaac R. Samayoa Tel. H 630-627-3852 C 630-808-4810 Lombard to St. Charles
Lombard to St. Charles A flat ro rolling beautiful scenic road ride with long stretches and a break at Smitty's in St. Charles. Cue sheets will be provided on request.
Wednesday, May 28, 20089:00 AMDetermined by riders that showMcCollum Park, Downers GroveDetermined by riders who show Wednesday Show n Go
The riders who show will decide ride leader, distance and pace.
Wednesday, May 28, 20086:30 PMDistance TBD 11-13 mphParking lot at Maple St. and Park Ave. LombardDetermined by riders who show Wednesday Night Intermediate Pace Show n Go
The riders who show will decide ride leader, distance and pace. Lights are needed.
Wednesday, May 28, 20086:30 PM15-20 miles, 18-20+ mphVilla Park Depot - Villa & the P.P.David Polkow 630-832-8131 Wednesday night fast ride
This non-stop ride will be a short fast road ride and will include some tempo riding and intervals. This is a joint ride with the Elmhurst Triathlon Club.
Thursday, May 29, 20089:00 AM50 miles at fast moderate paceSt Charles soccer field lot corner of Campton Hills Rd and Peck, St CharlesBill Schwartz Home (630-9636250) cell (630-3031160) Thursday Sycamore Ride
Thursday Sycamore ride will give you lots of great riding on rolling hills where you can go for 20 miles at a stretch! we'll have lunch in Sycamore and head back on some more great riding areas.
Thursday, May 29, 20086:00 PM30-40 miles, 13-15 mph (slower on trails)Panera Bread, ElmhurstJeff Wincentsen, 630-832-3338 Thursday Night Trail Ride
A road and TRAIL ride exploring Du Page and Cook counties. Includes one short stop. Bring enough food/drink to refuel. We may do some scouting, so bring a sense of adventure ! Mountain bike or hybrid recommended. Good lights and bright clothing required. Rain or high winds will cancel.
Friday, May 30, 20089:00 AM42 miles @ 13 to 15 mphSunset Knolls Park in LombardBetty Bond 630-932-0271 Cell 630-881-1177 Sweet & Gentle Ride to Batavia
We will ride Isaac's route from Lombard to Batavia via Fermi Lab with a rest stop at Panera Bread.
Friday, May 30, 20089:00 AM42 miles 16-18 mphSunset Knoll Park on Finley Rd. half mile north of Roosevelt, LombardIsaac R. Samayoa Tel. H 630-627-3852 C 630-808-4810 Lombard to Batavia
Lombard to Batavia A mostly flat road ride with a break at Panera in Batavia. Come and join us. Nobody, that can maintain a speed of 16 mph on the flat, will be dropped. Cue sheets will be provided on request.