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Come Join us on the Lisle Early Bird. This is a no-drop ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave,(RT.53).It‘s a great 17 mile loop through Lisle and Naperville. Lots of nice climbs and downhills. We leave at 5:30 AM, so it is dark when we start. Lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there. Rain cancels the ride.

Day 8: Overnight dock – Bamberg. Bike tour: 50-55 km Today’s tour will lead you through the fields of the ‘Regnitz valley’, which, from south to north, connects the cities of Nürnberg, Fürth, Erlangen and Forchheim, with its half-timber houses and its old guard house. The roads are well paved as it is an official ‘Radweg’ (cycle route). Enjoy the wonderful natural surroundings on one of Germany’s most beautiful bike route! Your last cycling day ends in Bamberg, a very charming, historic bishops’ town, and home to Villa Concordia, the historic lock 100, water castle, baroque house on the bridge, and the former fishing settlement of Klein Venedig (Little Venice) - all emphasizing the close connection between town and river. Merlijn will be docked at a fair distance from the city centre, after your visit you’ll ride your bike to the ship. A farewell dinner will be served onboard and we’ll stay overnight in port. (See https://www.merlijn.nu/our-tours/199/bavarian-danube-tour-in-germany.html )

Start your week out with a nicely paced road ride. Routes will vary depending on the wind direction and other weather factors, but will all feature one mid-ride rest stop with bathroom, water refills, and probably food. Routes will have plenty of open sections to allow faster riders to go ahead with designated regroup points. I expect this ride will be moderately fast, a bit slower than blue skies, but fast enough to get a decent workout. This will be a weekly ride through October. Monday 8/24 Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/55659038

Please join me on a bike ride S and E to La Grange and Riverside. Low traffic scenic roads, woods and neighborhoods. Includes Westchester La Grange Brookfield Lyons Riverside Bemis Woods A stop at Mt Carmel cemetary to see Al Capone and the spinning gravestone of the Di Salvo family. https://mysteriouschicago.com/the-spinning-grave-at-mt-carmel/ Road bike recommended. Here is the route: https://ridewithgps.com/trips/381237414 Be there, Jeff W

Day 4 in Copenhagen we will be on another biking adventure. This time looking for Thomas Dambo Trolls and along the way will be checking out Island Brygge, Dragor, Goose Republic, Reffen and anything that catches our interest.

Day 9: Bamberg. Later this morning, it will be time to say goodbye and continue your European trip or leave for the airport. Would you like to stay on board and travel longer on the Merlijn? This is an excellent trip to combine with the successive Vienna - Passau Bike & Barge cruise> This combination means your tour will run from Vienna to Bamberg. (See https://www.merlijn.nu/our-tours/199/bavarian-danube-tour-in-germany.html )

Day 5 in Copenhagen will be checking out some of the city’s museums, other places of interest and the Copenhagen Cooking & Food festival. It is also a good day to catch a boat tour.

Join us for a 27-32 mile Road Ride ride at 14-16+ MPH with a few sprints. The route will be announced on the list server the day before the ride. Return will be after dark - Bright Front & Rear lights are required! Bright clothing is recommended. Rain Will Cancel - Check the list server!

Come Join us on the Lisle Early Bird. This is a no-drop ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave,(RT.53).It‘s a great 17 mile loop through Lisle and Naperville. Lots of nice climbs and downhills. We leave at 5:30 AM, so it is dark when we start. Lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there. Rain cancels the ride.

Day 6 in Copenhagen is the day we say good bye but we have the morning to explore some of the area parks & canals

Day 1 in Amsterdam we will explore the area around our AirBnB after dinner

Begin your morning right with a brisk 17-mile ride from Elmhurst to Lombard and back. Optional sprints.

Please join me for a scenic morning bike ride to various Chicago suburbs. Road bike recommended. Cool bike route guarantee! :^) Actual bike route will be posted shortly before the ride. Be there, Jeff W

Day 2 hike will include Rijksmuseum, Floating Flower Market, Dam Square, Royal Palace. A day of outside exploring and with stops at interesting bakeries & ice cream shops

Come Join us on the Lisle Early Bird. This is a no-drop ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave,(RT.53).It‘s a great 17 mile loop through Lisle and Naperville. Lots of nice climbs and downhills. We leave at 5:30 AM, so it is dark when we start. Lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there. Rain cancels the ride.

Day 3 will find us outside exploring the Jewish Quarters, Anne Frank House, Van Gogh & Moco museum

Day 4 will be a morning canal tour and the area sights

Join me for a brisk(not fast) ride around the western suburbs. Ride will include one brief rest stop, most likely going into the wind to start and have an average speed around 17 mph. Rain is canceled if it is raining at the start and NO e-bikes are allowed on this ride.

From Wageningen our first cycling tour of the week takes us through the lovely valley of the Lower Rhine river, and then on through the Veluwe, a large area of woods and heathlands. At the end of the day we pedal to Arnhem, via suburbs and past the lovely parks named Sonsbeek and Zijpendaal. Today‘s ride ends in Arnhem. During World War II, Arnhem was the battle scene of Operation Market Garden, the largest airborne operation in history. It ended in a failure, as the inability to capture a bridge over the Rhine River resulted in the destruction of the British 1st Airborne Division.

Come Join us on the Lisle Early Bird. This is a no-drop ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave,(RT.53).It‘s a great 17 mile loop through Lisle and Naperville. Lots of nice climbs and downhills. We leave at 5:30 AM, so it is dark when we start. Lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there. Rain cancels the ride.

This morning the barge takes us to Doesburg where we start our ride. There are two cycling options to get us to Zutphen and Deventer. Both options first go to Bronkhorst, a seeming hamlet that’s proud to be the smallest town in Holland. From Bronkhorst, the shorter option takes us by ferry to the western bank of the IJssel river, whereas the longer option stays on the eastern bank. Both options lead us through the countryside to Zutphen. The tour ends in Deventer, a city known for its delicious spicy gingerbread.

Please join me for a scenic morning bike ride to various Chicago suburbs. Road bike recommended. Cool bike route guarantee! :^) Actual bike route will be posted shortly before the ride. Be there, Jeff W

As we have breakfast the barge takes us to Wijhe to begin our ride. In the morning we will enjoy a nice bicycle ride to Hattem. We can choose a short option along the banks of the river or opt for a longer ride across the east Veluwe area. Hattem has a rich history, which is still clearly visible today. Leaving Hattem, it is only a short ride to the city of Zwolle, one of the most beautiful Hanseatic cities. From Zwolle we continue to Kampen.

Join us for a 27-32 mile Road Ride ride at 14-16+ MPH with a few sprints. The route will be announced on the list server the day before the ride. Return will be after dark - Bright Front & Rear lights are required! Bright clothing is recommended. Rain Will Cancel - Check the list server!

Come Join us on the Lisle Early Bird. This is a no-drop ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave,(RT.53).It‘s a great 17 mile loop through Lisle and Naperville. Lots of nice climbs and downhills. We leave at 5:30 AM, so it is dark when we start. Lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there. Rain cancels the ride.

Today we leave from Kampen, our cycling tour leads along the Border Lakes to the fishing harbor of Elburg. Here, swimming, boating, surfing and fishing are favorite summertime activities. From Elburg the cycling tour continues through the woods and moorlands of the Veluwe to lovely Harderwijk, where the night will be spent in its old fishing harbor. In the 1500s Harderwijk boasted the largest fish market in the Zuiderzee region

Come join our highly-social, evening, trail ride that has been a Spring, Summer and Fall tradition since August, 2015, always rolling at the speed-of-fun. :-) We ride as a team and enthusiastically encourage communication, conversation and laughter - as long as riders prescribe to safe practices such as: communicating about obstacles and maintaining gaps that are appropriate for the speed, terrain and weather conditions. Your bike must have a headlight and tail light. Avoid using retina-burning, overly-bright and strobing lights since we ride trails as a pack and are usually separated from car and truck traffic. We courteously move to the right and try to douse headlights when passing pedestrians and fellow riders as we ride into growing darkness. History has shown that this ride can be done with most any kind of bike, but sometimes conditions can make it tough for very narrow tires. You be the judge. No rider will ever be left behind. We have several bona fide EBC Ride Leaders attending this ride for extra safety. ...But you must make sure that your bike is ready and you are in athletic condition for this distance and pace. Note that 10-12 mph on a trail may take the same effort as 13-16 mph on a road; ...and riding a heavy, fat or mountain bike requires yet additional effort. E-bikes are welcome. Our routes vary from one week to the next. Look for week-specific route information on our e-mail list server a day or so before the ride. Let‘s rock!

Begin your morning right with a brisk 17-mile ride from Elmhurst to Lombard and back. Optional sprints. Lights required

Please join me for a scenic morning bike ride to various Chicago suburbs. Road bike recommended. Cool bike route guarantee! :^) Actual bike route will be posted shortly before the ride. Be there, Jeff W

Today we have two routes to choose from. A shorter bike ride along the coast of the Border Lakes, or a combination of the coast route and a longer alternative that runs through adjacent woodlands. In the afternoon we will pass Spakenburg, a fishing village well-known for its traditional costumes that are worn to this day. We end today‘s ride in Huizen

Come Join us on the Lisle Early Bird. This is a no-drop ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave,(RT.53).It‘s a great 17 mile loop through Lisle and Naperville. Lots of nice climbs and downhills. We leave at 5:30 AM, so it is dark when we start. Lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there. Rain cancels the ride.

Our last day we ride from Huizen to the beautiful fortress towns of Naarden and Muiden. The latter is famous for its historic castle on the waterfront. From Muiden we will cycle along quiet roads to your final destination, the world famous city of Amsterdam.

I always get a kick out of riding up and down Chicago’s Lake Shore Drive with the beautiful views of Lake Michigan - with no cars! The complete course is 30 miles. If I’m able get started early, I will try to do two loops for 60 miles. Last year 16 members of EBC rode Lake Shore Drive! https://bikethedrive.org/ Register here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ipj1MhI4kM8 PLEASE SUBMIT MILEAGE BY END OF DAY OF EVENT

Come Join us on the Lisle Early Bird. This is a no-drop ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave,(RT.53).It‘s a great 17 mile loop through Lisle and Naperville. Lots of nice climbs and downhills. We leave at 5:30 AM, so it is dark when we start. Lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there. Rain cancels the ride.

Please join me for a scenic morning bike ride to various Chicago suburbs. Road bike recommended. Cool bike route guarantee! :^) Actual bike route will be posted shortly before the ride. Be there, Jeff W

Join us for a 27-32 mile Road Ride ride at 14-16+ MPH with a few sprints. The route will be announced on the list server the day before the ride. Return will be after dark - Bright Front & Rear lights are required! Bright clothing is recommended. Rain Will Cancel - Check the list server!

Come Join us on the Lisle Early Bird. This is a no-drop ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave,(RT.53).It‘s a great 17 mile loop through Lisle and Naperville. Lots of nice climbs and downhills. We leave at 5:30 AM, so it is dark when we start. Lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there. Rain cancels the ride.

Come join our highly-social, evening, trail ride that has been a Spring, Summer and Fall tradition since August, 2015, always rolling at the speed-of-fun. :-) We ride as a team and enthusiastically encourage communication, conversation and laughter - as long as riders prescribe to safe practices such as: communicating about obstacles and maintaining gaps that are appropriate for the speed, terrain and weather conditions. Your bike must have a headlight and tail light. Avoid using retina-burning, overly-bright and strobing lights since we ride trails as a pack and are usually separated from car and truck traffic. We courteously move to the right and try to douse headlights when passing pedestrians and fellow riders as we ride into growing darkness. History has shown that this ride can be done with most any kind of bike, but sometimes conditions can make it tough for very narrow tires. You be the judge. No rider will ever be left behind. We have several bona fide EBC Ride Leaders attending this ride for extra safety. ...But you must make sure that your bike is ready and you are in athletic condition for this distance and pace. Note that 10-12 mph on a trail may take the same effort as 13-16 mph on a road; ...and riding a heavy, fat or mountain bike requires yet additional effort. E-bikes are welcome. Our routes vary from one week to the next. Look for week-specific route information on our e-mail list server a day or so before the ride. Let‘s rock!

Please join me for a scenic morning bike ride to various Chicago suburbs. Road bike recommended. Cool bike route guarantee! :^) Actual bike route will be posted shortly before the ride. Be there, Jeff W

Come Join us on the Lisle Early Bird. This is a no-drop ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave,(RT.53).It‘s a great 17 mile loop through Lisle and Naperville. Lots of nice climbs and downhills. We leave at 5:30 AM, so it is dark when we start. Lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there. Rain cancels the ride.

Warm up ride the day before the Door County Century from Forestville to Algoma to grab a beer at the Anhapee brewery. Here is the route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48349475 Please let me know if you will be joining the ride so I can look for you at the start.

The DCC is one of the most beautiful invitational rides in the midwest crisscrossing the Door County peninsula and featuring spectacular views of Green Bay and Lake Michigan. I plan to ride the century route, leaving around 7 AM. I‘ll submit names for all EBC riders. Contact me ahead of time if you want to coordinate riding together or afterwards with participation information. Registration will be selling out soon, so if you are interested in this ride, I recommend registering early at https://doorcountycentury.com/registration/

Come Join us on the Lisle Early Bird. This is a no-drop ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave,(RT.53).It‘s a great 17 mile loop through Lisle and Naperville. Lots of nice climbs and downhills. We leave at 5:30 AM, so it is dark when we start. Lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there. Rain cancels the ride.

Please join me for a scenic morning bike ride to various Chicago suburbs. Road bike recommended. Cool bike route guarantee! :^) Actual bike route will be posted shortly before the ride. Be there, Jeff W

Join us for a 27-32 mile Road Ride ride at 14-16+ MPH with a few sprints. The route will be announced on the list server the day before the ride. Return will be after dark - Bright Front & Rear lights are required! Bright clothing is recommended. Rain Will Cancel - Check the list server!

Come Join us on the Lisle Early Bird. This is a no-drop ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave,(RT.53).It‘s a great 17 mile loop through Lisle and Naperville. Lots of nice climbs and downhills. We leave at 5:30 AM, so it is dark when we start. Lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there. Rain cancels the ride.

Come join our highly-social, evening, trail ride that has been a Spring, Summer and Fall tradition since August, 2015, always rolling at the speed-of-fun. :-) We ride as a team and enthusiastically encourage communication, conversation and laughter - as long as riders prescribe to safe practices such as: communicating about obstacles and maintaining gaps that are appropriate for the speed, terrain and weather conditions. Your bike must have a headlight and tail light. Avoid using retina-burning, overly-bright and strobing lights since we ride trails as a pack and are usually separated from car and truck traffic. We courteously move to the right and try to douse headlights when passing pedestrians and fellow riders as we ride into growing darkness. History has shown that this ride can be done with most any kind of bike, but sometimes conditions can make it tough for very narrow tires. You be the judge. No rider will ever be left behind. We have several bona fide EBC Ride Leaders attending this ride for extra safety. ...But you must make sure that your bike is ready and you are in athletic condition for this distance and pace. Note that 10-12 mph on a trail may take the same effort as 13-16 mph on a road; ...and riding a heavy, fat or mountain bike requires yet additional effort. E-bikes are welcome. Our routes vary from one week to the next. Look for week-specific route information on our e-mail list server a day or so before the ride. Let‘s rock!

Please join me for a scenic morning bike ride to various Chicago suburbs. Road bike recommended. Cool bike route guarantee! :^) Actual bike route will be posted shortly before the ride. Be there, Jeff W

All are welcome to attend. If you have a specific topic to discuss, please present it to the club president at least 48 hours prior to the meeting so it can be included on the agenda, as time may be limited.

Come Join us on the Lisle Early Bird. This is a no-drop ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave,(RT.53).It‘s a great 17 mile loop through Lisle and Naperville. Lots of nice climbs and downhills. We leave at 5:30 AM, so it is dark when we start. Lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there. Rain cancels the ride.

Join me for the Elmhurst Community Bike Ride where all are welcome as long as you can ride a two wheeler without training wheels. We will ride from the Elmhurst City Hall parking lot to East End Park and then return. All particpants must where a helmet and register for the ride.

We are approaching the end of summer and no better way to celebrate a great season of riding and hiking then with a PICNIC! It will be held at Madison Meadows Shelter, a great starting place for many rides of all levels. BBQ from Uncle Bub‘s, offering pulled pork, cornbread, and side favorites. Vegetarian options available as well. EBC members are encouraged to bring a dish to complement the main meal or a desert. For those who may not be riding that day, there are options to play a game of Cornhole, or take a leisure hike around the huge Madison Meadows Park. We have the shelter from 10am till dusk, so let‘s take advantage of the space. Please RSVP to ensure enough BBQ is ordered. RIDE LEADERS: Please list your rides beginning or stopping midway at Madison Meadows.

Come join us in the Driftless region of Wisconsin for the 18th annual Bike the Barns event with 2 options which include 40 or 60 miles. Ride includes 4 host farms, food and beverages, rest stops, farm tours, live music, gift bag and beautiful routes. Must register to participate. Ride starts/ends in Verona, Wisconsin. From their website: "Every year on the third Sunday in September, the Fairshare community in Wisconsin comes together for Bike the Barns. Bike the Barns is a full-day cycling adventure that embodies the mission of FairShare CSA (Community Supported Agriculture). Whether you‘re a casual rider or a seasoned cyclist, you‘ll travel scenic country roads throughout the ride and stop at local farms to enjoy farm tours, gourmet local food, craft libations, and live music. But Bike the Barns is about more than just the ride - it‘s about supporting local farmers and making fresh food accessible to all. Bike the Barns is FairShare‘s largest fundraiser, supporting our work and the Partner Shares Program, which helps low-income households afford farm-fresh veggies. We invite you to ride not just for yourself, but for your community! Bike the Barns is a fun full-day event for both casual and experienced bike riders. Travel along a beautiful, well-marked route on low-traffic country roads, stopping at local farms throughout the day. Enjoy farm tours, gourmet local food, craft libations, on-farm activities and live music at each stop. The ride is also FairShare’s largest fundraiser. Proceeds from the ride benefit our organization and the Partner Shares Program, which helps everyone—regardless of income—enjoy farm-fresh veggies. When you sign up for Bike the Barns, you help everyone in our communities access food grown by their local farmer.? Join us this fall as we bike to ensure fresh food for everyone." Details here:https://www.csacoalition.org/bike-the-barns Register here: https://2026-bike-the-barns.raiselysite.com/tickets

Come Join us on the Lisle Early Bird. This is a no-drop ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave,(RT.53).It‘s a great 17 mile loop through Lisle and Naperville. Lots of nice climbs and downhills. We leave at 5:30 AM, so it is dark when we start. Lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there. Rain cancels the ride.

Please join me for a scenic morning bike ride to various Chicago suburbs. Road bike recommended. Cool bike route guarantee! :^) Actual bike route will be posted shortly before the ride. Be there, Jeff W

Join us for a 27-32 mile Road Ride ride at 14-16+ MPH with a few sprints. The route will be announced on the list server the day before the ride. Return will be after dark - Bright Front & Rear lights are required! Bright clothing is recommended. Rain Will Cancel - Check the list server!

Come Join us on the Lisle Early Bird. This is a no-drop ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave,(RT.53).It‘s a great 17 mile loop through Lisle and Naperville. Lots of nice climbs and downhills. We leave at 5:30 AM, so it is dark when we start. Lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there. Rain cancels the ride.

Come join our highly-social, evening, trail ride that has been a Spring, Summer and Fall tradition since August, 2015, always rolling at the speed-of-fun. :-) We ride as a team and enthusiastically encourage communication, conversation and laughter - as long as riders prescribe to safe practices such as: communicating about obstacles and maintaining gaps that are appropriate for the speed, terrain and weather conditions. Your bike must have a headlight and tail light. Avoid using retina-burning, overly-bright and strobing lights since we ride trails as a pack and are usually separated from car and truck traffic. We courteously move to the right and try to douse headlights when passing pedestrians and fellow riders as we ride into growing darkness. History has shown that this ride can be done with most any kind of bike, but sometimes conditions can make it tough for very narrow tires. You be the judge. No rider will ever be left behind. We have several bona fide EBC Ride Leaders attending this ride for extra safety. ...But you must make sure that your bike is ready and you are in athletic condition for this distance and pace. Note that 10-12 mph on a trail may take the same effort as 13-16 mph on a road; ...and riding a heavy, fat or mountain bike requires yet additional effort. E-bikes are welcome. Our routes vary from one week to the next. Look for week-specific route information on our e-mail list server a day or so before the ride. Let‘s rock!

Begin your morning right with a brisk 17-mile ride from Elmhurst to Lombard and back. Optional sprints. Lights required.

Please join me for a scenic morning bike ride to various Chicago suburbs. Road bike recommended. Cool bike route guarantee! :^) Actual bike route will be posted shortly before the ride. Be there, Jeff W

Come Join us on the Lisle Early Bird. This is a no-drop ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave,(RT.53).It‘s a great 17 mile loop through Lisle and Naperville. Lots of nice climbs and downhills. We leave at 5:30 AM, so it is dark when we start. Lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there. Rain cancels the ride.

The Grundy County Corn Fest Parade via I & M Trail. Come and join George and Pussanee on a leisurely ride down the I & M Canal Trail to The Grundy County Corn Fest Parade. This is a great event, with tons of good food, a great parade down main street and great buttered Sweet Corn! We plan to arrive in Morris around 12:30pm and stay for about 2.5 hours to eat and watch the Parade. Trail is crushed limestone so Cross, Hybrid, Mountain, or road bike works. Electric Bikes most welcome. We will take a very short detour on the way out to visit the Historical Burial Site of the legendary Ottawa Indian Shabbona who became the Chief of the Potawatomi Nation. This is a very interesting Cemetery, and we will allow a bit of time there. Bring a decent cable and lock. Also handy are walking shoes. Take I 55 S to Exit 248 towards Joliet/Morris, go right on U.S.6 west (Eames St) to S. Center St., left on Center St. which turns into Bridge Street, go past Canal St. and over the DuPage River to Trail Parking on your left. Please register.

Come Join us on the Lisle Early Bird. This is a no-drop ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave,(RT.53).It‘s a great 17 mile loop through Lisle and Naperville. Lots of nice climbs and downhills. We leave at 5:30 AM, so it is dark when we start. Lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there. Rain cancels the ride.

Please join me for a scenic morning bike ride to various Chicago suburbs. Road bike recommended. Cool bike route guarantee! :^) Actual bike route will be posted shortly before the ride. Be there, Jeff W

Join us for a 27-32 mile Road Ride ride at 14-16+ MPH with a few sprints. The route will be announced on the list server the day before the ride. Return will be after dark - Bright Front & Rear lights are required! Bright clothing is recommended. Rain Will Cancel - Check the list server!

Come Join us on the Lisle Early Bird. This is a no-drop ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave,(RT.53).It‘s a great 17 mile loop through Lisle and Naperville. Lots of nice climbs and downhills. We leave at 5:30 AM, so it is dark when we start. Lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there. Rain cancels the ride.

Come join our highly-social, evening, trail ride that has been a Spring, Summer and Fall tradition since August, 2015, always rolling at the speed-of-fun. :-) We ride as a team and enthusiastically encourage communication, conversation and laughter - as long as riders prescribe to safe practices such as: communicating about obstacles and maintaining gaps that are appropriate for the speed, terrain and weather conditions. Your bike must have a headlight and tail light. Avoid using retina-burning, overly-bright and strobing lights since we ride trails as a pack and are usually separated from car and truck traffic. We courteously move to the right and try to douse headlights when passing pedestrians and fellow riders as we ride into growing darkness. History has shown that this ride can be done with most any kind of bike, but sometimes conditions can make it tough for very narrow tires. You be the judge. No rider will ever be left behind. We have several bona fide EBC Ride Leaders attending this ride for extra safety. ...But you must make sure that your bike is ready and you are in athletic condition for this distance and pace. Note that 10-12 mph on a trail may take the same effort as 13-16 mph on a road; ...and riding a heavy, fat or mountain bike requires yet additional effort. E-bikes are welcome. Our routes vary from one week to the next. Look for week-specific route information on our e-mail list server a day or so before the ride. Let‘s rock!

Begin your morning right with a brisk 17-mile ride from Elmhurst to Lombard and back. Optional sprints.

Please join me for a scenic morning bike ride to various Chicago suburbs. Road bike recommended. Cool bike route guarantee! :^) Actual bike route will be posted shortly before the ride. Be there, Jeff W

Come Join us on the Lisle Early Bird. This is a no-drop ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave,(RT.53).It‘s a great 17 mile loop through Lisle and Naperville. Lots of nice climbs and downhills. We leave at 5:30 AM, so it is dark when we start. Lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there. Rain cancels the ride.

Prepare for an unforgettable cycling adventure in the heart of the Midwest. Whether you‘re a seasoned gravel grinder or a casual rider seeking scenic thrills, our event promises an exhilarating experience for all. This is 3rd year of the event. Details: https://oldfashionedgravel.com Registration opens 1/15/26 at 12:00 pm and will sell out quickly, capped riders: https://www.bikereg.com/old-fashion From their website: "We are fortunate enough to have some of the best gravel riding in the Midwest and have put together four routes to show off the local terrain. As with all of our rides, we offer a little bit of everything and welcome EVERYONE from novice riders to the most seasoned racers. The focus of the ride is to bring like-minded individuals together for a great ride, but we will have professional timing so if you want to race we will have you covered too! Routes that will satisfy all of your gravely desires, and a post-ride gathering with food, drink, and hangs with new friends. We will introduce an awesome new venue in Hokah Minnesota, a rustic farm nestled in a scenic coulee. While the ride is about riding with other rad people like yourself, rest assured a portion of your entry fee will go to a local entity that could use a little financial help. If we can have a super fun time while helping others, that is what will make this a successful event. We will also be using local businesses to feed and hydrate us. Hokah is a super cool little town, and we would love to help keep our money local. All routes will leave and finish at the farm. The gravel is approximately two miles from the start line, and one mile of that is a paved climb, once you are on the ridge, the dust shall start flying! All routes will descend this paved section upon return to the finish line."

Come Join us on the Lisle Early Bird. This is a no-drop ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave,(RT.53).It‘s a great 17 mile loop through Lisle and Naperville. Lots of nice climbs and downhills. We leave at 5:30 AM, so it is dark when we start. Lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there. Rain cancels the ride.

Please join me for a scenic morning bike ride to various Chicago suburbs. Road bike recommended. Cool bike route guarantee! :^) Actual bike route will be posted shortly before the ride. Be there, Jeff W

Come Join us on the Lisle Early Bird. This is a no-drop ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave,(RT.53).It‘s a great 17 mile loop through Lisle and Naperville. Lots of nice climbs and downhills. We leave at 5:30 AM, so it is dark when we start. Lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there. Rain cancels the ride.

Please join me for a scenic morning bike ride to various Chicago suburbs. Road bike recommended. Cool bike route guarantee! :^) Actual bike route will be posted shortly before the ride. Be there, Jeff W

Come Join us on the Lisle Early Bird. This is a no-drop ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave,(RT.53).It‘s a great 17 mile loop through Lisle and Naperville. Lots of nice climbs and downhills. We leave at 5:30 AM, so it is dark when we start. Lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there. Rain cancels the ride.

A half-century ride through Chicago and near north suburbs to the original Hackney’s location on Harms Road in Glenview. The route features a mix of neighborhoods, city streets, and paved trails. One stop each way in addition to lunch. Hackney’s is a north suburb institution. This is the original location opened in 1939, featuring great food and outdoor dining next to Harms Woods along the North Branch Bike Trail. Entrees range from $15 to $20. Expect to be back in Elmhurst around 3:30 PM. I will stick with the advertised 14-16 MPH pace. This is a conversation-paced ride, not a fast ride! I will publish the route in the week before the ride. This year, I expect I will take my original route back into Elmhurst along North Avenue. Check back a few days before the ride for more details.

Come Join us on the Lisle Early Bird. This is a no-drop ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave,(RT.53).It‘s a great 17 mile loop through Lisle and Naperville. Lots of nice climbs and downhills. We leave at 5:30 AM, so it is dark when we start. Lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there. Rain cancels the ride.

Please join me for a scenic morning bike ride to various Chicago suburbs. Road bike recommended. Cool bike route guarantee! :^) Actual bike route will be posted shortly before the ride. Be there, Jeff W

Come Join us on the Lisle Early Bird. This is a no-drop ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave,(RT.53).It‘s a great 17 mile loop through Lisle and Naperville. Lots of nice climbs and downhills. We leave at 5:30 AM, so it is dark when we start. Lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there. Rain cancels the ride.

Please join me for a scenic morning bike ride to various Chicago suburbs. Road bike recommended. Cool bike route guarantee! :^) Actual bike route will be posted shortly before the ride. Be there, Jeff W

Come Join us on the Lisle Early Bird. This is a no-drop ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave,(RT.53).It‘s a great 17 mile loop through Lisle and Naperville. Lots of nice climbs and downhills. We leave at 5:30 AM, so it is dark when we start. Lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there. Rain cancels the ride.

Join me for the Elmhurst Community Bike Ride where all are welcome as long as you can ride a two wheeler without training wheels. We will ride from the Elmhurst City Hall parking lot to East End Park and then return. All particpants must where a helmet and register for the ride.

Come Join us on the Lisle Early Bird. This is a no-drop ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave,(RT.53).It‘s a great 17 mile loop through Lisle and Naperville. Lots of nice climbs and downhills. We leave at 5:30 AM, so it is dark when we start. Lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there. Rain cancels the ride.

Please join me for a scenic morning bike ride to various Chicago suburbs. Road bike recommended. Cool bike route guarantee! :^) Actual bike route will be posted shortly before the ride. Be there, Jeff W

Come Join us on the Lisle Early Bird. This is a no-drop ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave,(RT.53).It‘s a great 17 mile loop through Lisle and Naperville. Lots of nice climbs and downhills. We leave at 5:30 AM, so it is dark when we start. Lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there. Rain cancels the ride.

Please join me for a scenic morning bike ride to various Chicago suburbs. Road bike recommended. Cool bike route guarantee! :^) Actual bike route will be posted shortly before the ride. Be there, Jeff W

Come Join us on the Lisle Early Bird. This is a no-drop ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave,(RT.53).It‘s a great 17 mile loop through Lisle and Naperville. Lots of nice climbs and downhills. We leave at 5:30 AM, so it is dark when we start. Lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there. Rain cancels the ride.

Come Join us on the Lisle Early Bird. This is a no-drop ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave,(RT.53).It‘s a great 17 mile loop through Lisle and Naperville. Lots of nice climbs and downhills. We leave at 5:30 AM, so it is dark when we start. Lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there. Rain cancels the ride.

Please join me for a scenic morning bike ride to various Chicago suburbs. Road bike recommended. Cool bike route guarantee! :^) Actual bike route will be posted shortly before the ride. Be there, Jeff W

Come Join us on the Lisle Early Bird. This is a no-drop ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave,(RT.53).It‘s a great 17 mile loop through Lisle and Naperville. Lots of nice climbs and downhills. We leave at 5:30 AM, so it is dark when we start. Lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there. Rain cancels the ride.

Please join me for a scenic morning bike ride to various Chicago suburbs. Road bike recommended. Cool bike route guarantee! :^) Actual bike route will be posted shortly before the ride. Be there, Jeff W

Please join me for a scenic morning bike ride to various Chicago suburbs. Road bike recommended. Cool bike route guarantee! :^) Actual bike route will be posted shortly before the ride. Be there, Jeff W

Please join me for a scenic morning bike ride to various Chicago suburbs. Road bike recommended. Cool bike route guarantee! :^) Actual bike route will be posted shortly before the ride. Be there, Jeff W

All are welcome to attend. If you have a specific topic to discuss, please present it to the club president at least 48 hours prior to the meeting so it can be included on the agenda, as time may be limited.

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