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Lombard: Madison Meadows Park Madison St Entrance
Sat, Jul 27, 2024 at 6:00 AM
Warm up on Washington, blast up Villa, Wooddale, Tonne, go to but not thru Busse Woods and return to finish with the Lake Ellyn loop. Lights are recommended. One brief stop if needed. If cancelled, check list serve at 5:00 am
Parking lot at Bloomingdale Township Office
Sat, Jul 27, 2024 at 6:30 AM
Meet early Sat for a peppy road ride to South Barrington through the back way through Schaumburg, into South Barrington stopping at Panera for a coffee and a quick bite before heading home. This road ride starts your day off right.
bwetman@gmail.com 847-767-5745
Sat, Jul 27, 2024 at 7:30 AM
This is the actual ride. We will meet at Lakeland High School which is the start location at 7:30 a.m. EASTERN TIME so we can all start together. There are 5 different mile options: 22, 36, 50, 64, and 100. You can choose to do any of them just make sure you let me know what your end mileage for the day is. We will discuss dinner options after the ride. You must register for this ride at https://www.amishlandandlakes.com/registration. Time shown is EASTERN TIME!
Eminence High School
6760 State Road 42 North
Eminence, IN 46125
Sat, Jul 27, 2024 at 8:00 AM
Come get dusty!
Dustbowl 100 is Indiana’s Premier Gravel Race, presented by Zipp!
Registration capped at 1,000 participants. Set against the picturesque landscapes of the Hoosier state, the DB100 offers cyclists a unique journey through history and terrain. The meticulously designed course takes riders over some of the Midwest‘s finest gravel roads, weaving together both wide open farm fields and wooded creek valleys, stitched together by several iconic bridges echoing a century’s worth of stories. Whether you‘re a seasoned cyclist seeking a new and compelling challenge or an adventurous spirit eager to explore Indiana’s backroads on two wheels, we invite you to be a part of this journey with us.
Distance options include: 100-80-44 miles.
Categories include: single bike, tandem, single speed and electric bike
All routes have SAG stops.
More details and registration here: https://www.dustbowl100.com
The Dust Bowl 100 event headquarters will be at Eminence High School in Eminence, Indiana. Conveniently located just 7 minutes off Interstate 70 and only 30 minutes west of downtown Indianapolis.
Eminence Community Schools 6760 State Road 42 North Eminence, IN 46125
Please contact me if you are coming with remote start of the event and to sign the ride sheet.
Carpool and ride share options available, please contact me to discuss. ?
Rhinelander WI Quality Inn
Sat, Jul 27, 2024 at 8:00 AM
Join us as we cycle through this magical land of birch, pine, and lakes. Visit a logging museum. Swim in cool clear waters. Discover why the spell of the Northwoods captures the souls of young and old alike. Explore Nicolet National Forest where there are more lakes and trees than people....follow Dr. J‘s downhill routes to bakeries and ice cream... enjoy indoor pools and whirlpools each night.... refuel at PAW‘s one of a kind post ride "Social Hour" and step up to terrific buffet dinners and relax nightly as you take advantage of your luxurious surroundings.
Wisconsin‘s original and longest running Northwoods loop tour* since 1989...from Rhinelander to Eagle River, Nicolet National Forest, and the largest fresh-water chain of lakes in the world. A full week of rustic, smoothly paved back-roads riding, followed by indoor pools, whirlpools and famous PAW Social Hours waiting for you at your hotel at the end of each day....Day-To-Day Itinerary
*The original Northwoods hotel trip was created by Pedal Across Wisconsin, and has been often imitated, but never duplicated--except of course by PAW.
https://www.pedalacrosswisconsin.com/Northwoods-bike-trip.html
Elmhurst: Whole Foods in rear lot along West Ave.
Sat, Jul 27, 2024 at 8:30 AM
Fast Road Ride to Naperville with one stop at the Peets at Columbia and Ogen Avenue. There are lots of sprint sections with regroup points for those who want to go faster than the base pace.
Here is the ride with GPS route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47737758
Woodridge: Starbucks in Seven Bridges Complex. Lot NE of Starbucks, which is NE of the IMAX theater.
Sat, Jul 27, 2024 at 9:00 AM
The B group ride of the usual Tuesday ride but on Saturday. I‘m in town and want to ride local.
Dam No. 1 Woods East (42.136019, -87.900645)
Sat, Jul 27, 2024 at 9:00 AM
This is a tempo ride to Tala Coffee Roasters in Highwood IL with a pass through of Fort Sheridan and scenic neighborhoods along Lake Michigan. Expect a 3hr road ride with rotating pacelines, on flat roads, and a mid-ride rest stop for coffee and snacks.
BYO Refreshments & chair for after ride banter in the parking lot.
Please note: Being on the front and taking pulls is not expected nor required.
Route: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/272783803
Start time: 9am Rollout
Start Location: Dam No. 1 Woods East, 621 W Dundee Rd, Wheeling, IL 60090 (42.136019, -87.900645)
Just Southeast of Rt68/Dundee Rd and Rts21/45/Milwaukee.
Mid-ride stop: Tala Coffee Roasters, 428 Green Bay Rd suite b, Highwood, IL 60040
Questions? Text me: 773-270-0043
Willow Springs: Columbia Woods
Sat, Jul 27, 2024 at 12:00 PM
Come and join Pussanee and me for a nice relaxed trail and road ride to Lock and Mule by Tangled Roots in Lockport. We will have appetizers and a fine craft beer. The ride is all on paved and gravel/limestone trails plus roads so any bike is fine but 32mm tires will be best for the gravel We will be on our road tandem, Lock and Mule has decent food, much better than standard Brew pub fare. As always on these bike and brew rides, the first beer for riders is on Pussanee and me. If you don’t drink beer then your first soft drink is on us, Please park all the way in far end of the parking lot, drive until you can’t go any farther. Lot is .8 of a mile deep. Slower riders and E-Bikes are most welcome. On the return trip will take the Veterans Memorial Trail, cut through Waterfall Glen and then lower traffic roads back to the start. Back by 4:30PM unless we’re not. The weather forecast calls for mostly sunny skies with a high 87F and winds out of the SSE at 5 to 10 mph. Please kindly register. This is my route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47525522
Sun, Jul 28, 2024 at 7:30 AM
This is day 2 of the actual ride. We will once again meet at Lakeland High School which is the start location at 7:30 a.m. EASTERN TIME so we can all start together. There are 5 different mile options: 23, 29, 39, and 50. You can choose to do any of them just make sure you let me know what your end mileage for the day is. You must register for this ride at https://www.amishlandandlakes.com/registration. TIME LISTED IS EASTERN TIME NOT CENTRAL TIME.
Rhinelander WI Quality Inn
Sun, Jul 28, 2024 at 8:00 AM
North Woods Tour Rhinelander and Eagle River WI. Daily distances vary by preference.
Sun, Jul 28, 2024 at 9:00 AM
We will hike at Greene Valley Forrest Preserve in Naperville from 9am until 11am and then hike over to Mt. Trashmore for some hill repeats. This hike will have opportunities for people who don‘t want to do the whole hike to choose a shorter option as we‘ll go past the parking lot several times. We‘ll meet at the parking lot on the west side of Greene rd. a quarter mile south of 79th st. Call me if you need directions or any other info. - Rich
Mon, Jul 29, 2024 at 5:30 AM
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.
Mon, Jul 29, 2024 at 8:00 AM
Elmhurst: Whole Foods in rear lot along West Ave.
Mon, Jul 29, 2024 at 8:30 AM
830am MonMR - Midwestern University Counter Clockwise / 35 mi @ 14-16 mph / Jeff Wincentsen
*** Ride STARTS AT 830AM ***
*** Starts from: Whole Foods Elmhurst in rear lot along West Ave. ***
Please join me on a ride thru some sweet Oak Brook suburbs.
Fancy houses, odd sneaks, cool parks.
Mid-point stop will be Starbucks here:
5002-5006 Main St, Downers Grove, IL 60515.
Here is the route:
https://ridewithgps.com/trips/166184716
Ride on;
Jeff W
Lisle Police Station Front Parking Lot
Tue, Jul 30, 2024 at 5:30 AM
Come join us for The Lisle Early Bird. This is a No Drop Ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave., (Rt 53). It is a fun 17 mile loop with some climbs and some downhills that winds through the streets of Lisle and Naperville. We leave at 5:30 AM. It is still dark when this ride starts so lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there!!!!
Rhinelander WI Quality Inn
Tue, Jul 30, 2024 at 8:00 AM
Northwoods Tour Rhinelander and Eagle River WI. Daily distances vary by preference.
Villa Park: Villa Park Depot / Historical Society
Tue, Jul 30, 2024 at 6:15 PM
Join us for a 25-35 mile Road Ride ride at 14-16+ MPH with a few sprints thrown in. 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!
Wed, Jul 31, 2024 at 5:30 AM
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.
Rhinelander WI Quality Inn
Wed, Jul 31, 2024 at 8:00 AM
Northwoods Tour Rhinelander and Eagle River WI. Daily distances vary by preference.
Elmhurst: Whole Foods in rear lot along West Ave.
Wed, Jul 31, 2024 at 8:30 AM
830am WedMR - TBD / 25 to 40 mi @ 14-16 mph / Jeff Wincentsen
*** Ride STARTS AT 830AM ***
*** Starts from: Whole Foods Elmhurst in rear lot along West Ave. ***
Please join me for an intersting bike ride thru the suburbs.
Here my bike routes:
https://ridewithgps.com/rides
(look for Jeff Wincentsen)
Ride on;
Jeff W
Waterfall Glen Main Parking Lot
Off Cass Avenue and Northgate Road
Darien, IL 60561
Wed, Jul 31, 2024 at 4:30 PM
Come ride at your pace, as many loops as you would like at Waterfall Glen Nature Preserve in Darien.
Terrain is mixed terrain/gravel, bring whatever bike you would feel comfortable on. This is NOT a road/paved ride so you are aware. This means the terrain is limestone gravel just like the terrain on the Illinois Prairie Path, Great Western Trail and Springbrook Prairie in Naperville.
Meet by the bathrooms building and beginning of the trailhead in the Main Parking lot 5 minutes before the ride starts. More details on the site/location here: https://www.dupageforest.org/places-to-go/forest-preserves/waterfall-glen
One full loop is 9.5 miles with 421 feet of elevation gain (44 feet per mile of elevation gain). You can do a ¼,½ loop, 1 full loop, 2 loops, 3 or 4 in the time frame. We typically mix up the loops to do clockwise and then counterclockwise but you can do what you want to do. This is YOUR RIDE, you whatever distance at your own pace and what is most comfortable to you, in whatever time frame you would like to ride. Please text or email the Ride Leader at the conclusion of your ride for mileage credit.
Motion and nature is so good for ‘da heart + soul!
Wed, Jul 31, 2024 at 5:45 PM
Come join us for a Hump Day Hustle ride in Naperville with not a lot of Hustle!! This is a "No Drop" "Social Ride". The ride will be a little different than the Hump Day Hustle leaving out of Villa Park since the main break will be at the end of the ride and the mileage is a little less.
We will leave from Pioneer Park, (where there is parking and restroom facilities), take the river path through Knoch Knoll, (restroom break if needed), to Whalen Lake and around, (again restroom break if needed), and then head back the way we came to Pioneer Park for some fellowship at the picnic tables at the end of the ride. Please feel free to bring the beverage or snack of your choice. I have taken this route on several occasions but will be making slight changes throughout the rest of the year to accommodate as many riders as possible. Also, the days are getting shorter so having lights over the next couple of weeks will become mandatory.
Villa Park: Villa Park Depot / Historical Society
Wed, Jul 31, 2024 at 6:15 PM
This is a highly social, evening 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 headlights and tail lights. Avoid using retina-burning, overly-bright and strobing lights since we ride trails as a tight pack and are usually separated from car and truck traffic. We try to courteously douse headlights when passing pedestrians and fellow riders as we ride into growing darkness.
This ride is often best suited for mountain or fat-tire bikes when riding our crushed limestone routes, but also, quite often the weather and trail conditions make this event viable for most any type of bike.
No rider will ever be left behind. We have several bona fide EBC Ride Leaders attending this ride for extra safety. Having said that, please don‘t show up if your bike is not ready or you are not 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.
Our routes vary from one week to the next. Look for route information on our e-mail list server each week before the ride. Let‘s rock!
Lisle Police Station Front Parking Lot
Thu, Aug 1, 2024 at 5:30 AM
Come join us for The Lisle Early Bird. This is a No Drop Ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave., (Rt 53). It is a fun 17 mile loop with some climbs and some downhills that winds through the streets of Lisle and Naperville. We leave at 5:30 AM. It is still dark when this ride starts so lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there!!!!
Rhinelander WI Quality Inn
Thu, Aug 1, 2024 at 8:00 AM
Northwoods Tour Rhinelander and Eagle River WI. Daily distances vary by preference.
https://www.google.com/maps/place/I%26M+Canal+Boat/@41.332529,-89.091551,15z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x88095
Fri, Aug 2, 2024 at 6:15 AM
This segment of the I and M will be starting at the IM in LaSalle going down to Marsailles and back. This is a gravel bike/trail bike scouting trip on the I and M trail starting at I and M Cana Boat area in LaSalle IL.
We will go down to Marsaille and back stopping in Ottawa at the 1012 North LaSalle Street, Ottawa, IL. We will then return to LaSalle.
Bring your gravel bike.
Please let me know if you are planning on being there.
Bwetman@gmail.com 847-767-5745
Lombard: Madison Meadows Park Madison St Entrance
Fri, Aug 2, 2024 at 8:00 AM
Join me for a road ride from Lombard to St. Charles, which will feature a newly-resurfaced Crescent Boulevard for your sprinting pleasure. Our midpoint rest stop will be at Panera in St. Charles. I expect to maintain the upper end of the posted rolling speed, with optional sprints. I expect to do the Munger Loop (Powis->Stearns->Munger->Smith), so anticipate total mileage closer to 50 miles. Others are always free to bypass or shorten the loop.
We will face some hills, rollers, and open road with narrow shoulders, so a road bike and some road riding experience is highly recommended. Ample regroup opportunities. No one will be dropped.
Please don‘t hesitate to contact me if you have any questions.
Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/43898989
Rhinelander WI Quality Inn
Fri, Aug 2, 2024 at 8:00 AM
North Woods Tour Rhinelander and Eagle River WI. Daily distances vary by preference.
Rhinelander WI Quality Inn
Sat, Aug 3, 2024 at 8:00 AM
Northwoods Tour Rhinelander and Eagle River WI. Daily distances vary by preference.
Des Plaines Conservation Area
Sat, Aug 3, 2024 at 9:00 AM
The ride will begin at the Des Plaines Conservation area a beautiful recreation and nature park in the far southern suburbs. Map is here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/kuNWiCfjkzaMi9V19.
This will be all asphalt trails. Bring your road bike.
The ride is 55 miles roundtrip to Mazon,IL and back. The ride will begin at 9am.
There will be a turn around point in Morris if riders only want to do 30 miles.
Please join us for this fun ride with our neighbors to the South. Refreshments will be served after the ride.
If someone would like to car pool I have room for 1 more bike. Contact me @
bwetman@gmail.com 847-767-5745
Sun, Aug 4, 2024 at 6:30 AM
The Two Rivers Century is a scenic looping century in the Kankakee area. There are four different loops in which you can choose to ride anywhere between 17 and 78+ miles. Two rest stops are being ran and SAG is provided. I plan on doing 103 miles at ~16.5mph. Registration is required! While you can start earlier, I will be arriving at ~6:15 to sign people in for EBC mileage and taking off at 6:30.
I can fit one additional bike in my car if anyone would like to ride with me, email me at ctmay@protonmail.com
Lisle Police Station Front Parking Lot
Tue, Aug 6, 2024 at 5:30 AM
Come join us for The Lisle Early Bird. This is a No Drop Ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave., (Rt 53). It is a fun 17 mile loop with some climbs and some downhills that winds through the streets of Lisle and Naperville. We leave at 5:30 AM. It is still dark when this ride starts so lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there!!!!
Waterfall Glen Main Parking Lot
Off Cass Avenue and Northgate Road
Darien, IL 60561
Wed, Aug 7, 2024 at 4:30 PM
Come ride at your pace, as many loops as you would like at Waterfall Glen Nature Preserve in Darien.
Terrain is mixed terrain/gravel, bring whatever bike you would feel comfortable on. This is NOT a road/paved ride so you are aware. This means the terrain is limestone gravel just like the terrain on the Illinois Prairie Path, Great Western Trail and Springbrook Prairie in Naperville.
Meet by the bathrooms building and beginning of the trailhead in the Main Parking lot 5 minutes before the ride starts. More details on the site/location here: https://www.dupageforest.org/places-to-go/forest-preserves/waterfall-glen
One full loop is 9.5 miles with 421 feet of elevation gain (44 feet per mile of elevation gain). You can do a ¼,½ loop, 1 full loop, 2 loops, 3 or 4 in the time frame. We typically mix up the loops to do clockwise and then counterclockwise but you can do what you want to do. This is YOUR RIDE, you whatever distance at your own pace and what is most comfortable to you, in whatever time frame you would like to ride. Please text or email the Ride Leader at the conclusion of your ride for mileage credit.
Motion and nature is so good for ‘da heart + soul!
Wed, Aug 7, 2024 at 5:45 PM
Come join us for a Hump Day Hustle ride in Naperville with not a lot of Hustle!! This is a "No Drop" "Social Ride". The ride will be a little different than the Hump Day Hustle leaving out of Villa Park since the main break will be at the end of the ride and the mileage is a little less.
We will leave from Pioneer Park, (where there is parking and restroom facilities), take the river path through Knoch Knoll, (restroom break if needed), to Whalen Lake and around, (again restroom break if needed), and then head back the way we came to Pioneer Park for some fellowship at the picnic tables at the end of the ride. Please feel free to bring the beverage or snack of your choice. I have taken this route on several occasions but will be making slight changes throughout the rest of the year to accommodate as many riders as possible. Also, the days are getting shorter so having lights over the next couple of weeks will become mandatory.
Villa Park: Villa Park Depot / Historical Society
Wed, Aug 7, 2024 at 6:15 PM
This is a highly social, evening 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 headlights and tail lights. Avoid using retina-burning, overly-bright and strobing lights since we ride trails as a tight pack and are usually separated from car and truck traffic. We try to courteously douse headlights when passing pedestrians and fellow riders as we ride into growing darkness.
This ride is often best suited for mountain or fat-tire bikes when riding our crushed limestone routes, but also, quite often the weather and trail conditions make this event viable for most any type of bike.
No rider will ever be left behind. We have several bona fide EBC Ride Leaders attending this ride for extra safety. Having said that, please don‘t show up if your bike is not ready or you are not 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.
Our routes vary from one week to the next. Look for route information on our e-mail list server each week before the ride. Let‘s rock!
Lisle Police Station Front Parking Lot
Thu, Aug 8, 2024 at 5:30 AM
Come join us for The Lisle Early Bird. This is a No Drop Ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave., (Rt 53). It is a fun 17 mile loop with some climbs and some downhills that winds through the streets of Lisle and Naperville. We leave at 5:30 AM. It is still dark when this ride starts so lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there!!!!
Channahon on the I and M (Ride leader has details)
Fri, Aug 9, 2024 at 6:00 AM
We will put in near Channahon IL and ride the I and M trail (gravel and dirt)
until LaSalle Peru on FRI returning on SAT. It is 60 miles each way on the trail. Bikes should be suited for gravel. We will stop in small towns along the way enjoying the wildlife. A block of rooms is reserved for the overnight. SAG support will be available as will limited luggage transport to LaSalle. Due to the nature of the trip please connect with the ride leader for more details. There will be a limited amount of spaces.
See https://iandmcanal.org/trails/
Please connect with bwetman@gmail.com 847-767-5745.
Ping Tom Memorial Boathouse
Fri, Aug 9, 2024 at 6:00 PM
Sunset Kayak with REI $69 for members (3 spots left). Additional for non members. All equipement provided. Boathouse at Ping Tom Memorial Park. Must Register. Spots cannot be saved. https://www.rei.com/events/skcr/sunset-kayak-tour-on-the-chicago-river/a02Dp000004VqNiIAK?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR2WitMBEcpD1xgDEoHOJoMT2AmSwTGX7H9q-jGRVBedN6W034O0L1SHDVY_aem_7bQyEM6A38TLJzu8NY9xtA
Sat, Aug 10, 2024 at 8:00 AM
This is day 2 of the I and M bike trip adventure. We will put in near Channahon IL and ride the I and M trail (gravel and dirt)
until LaSalle Peru on FRI returning on SAT. It is 60 miles each way on the trail. Bikes should be suited for gravel. We will stop in small towns along the way enjoying the wildlife. A block of rooms is reserved for the overnight. SAG support will be available as will limited luggage transport to LaSalle. Due to the nature of the trip please connect with the ride leader for more details. There will be a limited amount of spaces.
See https://iandmcanal.org/trails/
Please connect with bwetman@gmail.com 847-767-5745.
Naperville: Commissioner's Park
Sun, Aug 11, 2024 at 6:30 AM
This is a well-supported recreational ride for beginners and experienced cyclists. The Ride has 21, 41, and 62 (metric century) mile routes. Riders may start at 6:30 a.m. and no later than 10:00 a.m. Cyclists riding the 62-mile route must start by 8:30 a.m. Cyclists riding the 41-mile route must start by 9:15 a.m. Helmets are required for all riders. Registration is $40 per person until July 31. Registration is $50 per person beginning August 1, 2024.
All routes are SAG supported and rest stops are fully staffed with prepackaged food and drinks. ALL REGISTRATIONS ARE FINAL. No refunds, exchanges, or transfers. The Ride will take place, rain or shine.
Event details
· Plenty of Parking is available at the Ride start and finish.
· Bikes of all shapes and sizes are welcome. No motorized vehicles. E-bikes okay.
· The route is an open road course. Riders must follow all rules of the road including indicating turns and stopping at all red lights and stop signs. Those that do not may be ticketed by local police.
I‘ll be riding the 62 mile route and leaving at 6:30am. Anyone riding can either sign the ride sheet between 6:15-6:30 or send me your name and miles you rode afterwards.
Lisle Police Station Front Parking Lot
Tue, Aug 13, 2024 at 5:30 AM
Come join us for The Lisle Early Bird. This is a No Drop Ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave., (Rt 53). It is a fun 17 mile loop with some climbs and some downhills that winds through the streets of Lisle and Naperville. We leave at 5:30 AM. It is still dark when this ride starts so lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there!!!!
Chicago: Recreation Drive parking lot - Chicago lakefront bike path
Wed, Aug 14, 2024 at 11:00 AM
Head southbound to Cultural Center and return to Recreation Drive. Possible air show practice during the ride. Will stop at various historical and art pieces along the path.
Waterfall Glen Main Parking Lot
Off Cass Avenue and Northgate Road
Darien, IL 60561
Wed, Aug 14, 2024 at 4:30 PM
Come ride at your pace, as many loops as you would like at Waterfall Glen Nature Preserve in Darien.
Terrain is mixed terrain/gravel, bring whatever bike you would feel comfortable on. This is NOT a road/paved ride so you are aware. This means the terrain is limestone gravel just like the terrain on the Illinois Prairie Path, Great Western Trail and Springbrook Prairie in Naperville.
Meet by the bathrooms building and beginning of the trailhead in the Main Parking lot 5 minutes before the ride starts. More details on the site/location here: https://www.dupageforest.org/places-to-go/forest-preserves/waterfall-glen
One full loop is 9.5 miles with 421 feet of elevation gain (44 feet per mile of elevation gain). You can do a ¼,½ loop, 1 full loop, 2 loops, 3 or 4 in the time frame. We typically mix up the loops to do clockwise and then counterclockwise but you can do what you want to do. This is YOUR RIDE, you whatever distance at your own pace and what is most comfortable to you, in whatever time frame you would like to ride. Please text or email the Ride Leader at the conclusion of your ride for mileage credit.
Motion and nature is so good for ‘da heart + soul!
Wed, Aug 14, 2024 at 5:45 PM
Come join us for a Hump Day Hustle ride in Naperville with not a lot of Hustle!! This is a "No Drop" "Social Ride". The ride will be a little different than the Hump Day Hustle leaving out of Villa Park since the main break will be at the end of the ride and the mileage is a little less.
We will leave from Pioneer Park, (where there is parking and restroom facilities), take the river path through Knoch Knoll, (restroom break if needed), to Whalen Lake and around, (again restroom break if needed), and then head back the way we came to Pioneer Park for some fellowship at the picnic tables at the end of the ride. Please feel free to bring the beverage or snack of your choice. I have taken this route on several occasions but will be making slight changes throughout the rest of the year to accommodate as many riders as possible. Also, the days are getting shorter so having lights over the next couple of weeks will become mandatory.
Villa Park: Villa Park Depot / Historical Society
Wed, Aug 14, 2024 at 6:15 PM
This is a highly social, evening 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 headlights and tail lights. Avoid using retina-burning, overly-bright and strobing lights since we ride trails as a tight pack and are usually separated from car and truck traffic. We try to courteously douse headlights when passing pedestrians and fellow riders as we ride into growing darkness.
This ride is often best suited for mountain or fat-tire bikes when riding our crushed limestone routes, but also, quite often the weather and trail conditions make this event viable for most any type of bike.
No rider will ever be left behind. We have several bona fide EBC Ride Leaders attending this ride for extra safety. Having said that, please don‘t show up if your bike is not ready or you are not 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.
Our routes vary from one week to the next. Look for route information on our e-mail list server each week before the ride. Let‘s rock!
Lisle Police Station Front Parking Lot
Thu, Aug 15, 2024 at 5:30 AM
Come join us for The Lisle Early Bird. This is a No Drop Ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave., (Rt 53). It is a fun 17 mile loop with some climbs and some downhills that winds through the streets of Lisle and Naperville. We leave at 5:30 AM. It is still dark when this ride starts so lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there!!!!
Elmhurst City Hall Parking Lot
Thu, Aug 15, 2024 at 6:00 PM
Join me for a ride on low traffic roads in Elmhurst. This is a great ride for people just getting back into riding or just want to know some low traffic roads to ride on in Elmhurst. Bring water. Helmets are Required. Inclement weather will cancel the ride.
Fri, Aug 16, 2024 at 8:00 AM
Join us in Munich where we will rent bikes daily to explore the many bike paths as we check out the many sights: Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site, Hofgarten & English Garden, Tunnelblick Mural, Olympic Park a beer garden or two etc. Please contact me if you are interested in more information.
J&R Cycle
Park in Allegra Banquets parking lot across from bike shop
Sat, Aug 17, 2024 at 8:45 AM
Enjoy a ride on the Western Trail where we will practice riding in a group, bike handling skills, and bike safety. The ride will begin at J & R Cycle. If you‘re driving to the ride, please park your vehicle in Allegra Banquets parking lot directly across the street from the bike shop on St. Charles Road. Bring water and snack. Registration is required.
Sat, Aug 17, 2024 at 9:00 AM
Join us in Munich where we will rent bikes daily to explore the many bike paths as we check out the many sights: Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site, Hofgarten & English Garden, Tunnelblick Mural, Olympic Park a beer garden or two etc. Please contact me if you are interested in more information.
White House Ramada Inn
1450 Veterans Dr
Richland Center, WI 53581
Sun, Aug 18, 2024 at 8:00 AM
Come ride a Randonneurs USA Permanent Populaire 100k (62 miles) out of Richland Center, Wisconsin to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Driftless Randonneurs. Route takes you through hills and farm country to Spring Green, home of Frank Lloyd Wright‘s Taliessen, then returns to to Richland Center. https://ridewithgps.com/routes/32914351
This is a Randonneurs USA event, you MUST be a member of Randonneurs USA to do this ride. Allow 2-3 days for a new membership to process if you join. You must also register via Driftless Randonneurs and sign a waiver. Meet in the back of the hotel parking lot, ready to go 15 minutes before the start time.
Details on Driftless Randonneurs here: https://driftlessrandos.org
Details on Randonneurs USA: https://rusa.org
FAQ about Driftless Randonneurs: https://driftlessrandos.org/faq/
Meet in the back of the hotel parking lot, ready to go 15 minutes before the start time.
Please contact me if you are coming so I know to expect you to meet you and the start.
Sun, Aug 18, 2024 at 9:00 AM
Join us in Munich where we will rent bikes daily to explore the many bike paths as we check out the many sights: Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site, Hofgarten & English Garden, Tunnelblick Mural, Olympic Park a beer garden or two etc. Please contact me if you are interested in more information.
Mon, Aug 19, 2024 at 8:00 AM
Join us in Munich where we will rent bikes daily to explore the many bike paths as we check out the many sights: Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site, Hofgarten & English Garden, Tunnelblick Mural, Olympic Park a beer garden or two etc. Please contact me if you are interested in more information.
Lisle Police Station Front Parking Lot
Tue, Aug 20, 2024 at 5:30 AM
Come join us for The Lisle Early Bird. This is a No Drop Ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave., (Rt 53). It is a fun 17 mile loop with some climbs and some downhills that winds through the streets of Lisle and Naperville. We leave at 5:30 AM. It is still dark when this ride starts so lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there!!!!
Tue, Aug 20, 2024 at 9:00 AM
Join us in Munich where we will rent bikes daily to explore the many bike paths as we check out the many sights: Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site, Hofgarten & English Garden, Tunnelblick Mural, Olympic Park a beer garden or two etc. Please contact me if you are interested in more information.
Wed, Aug 21, 2024 at 9:00 AM
Join us in Munich where we will rent bikes daily to explore the many bike paths as we check out the many sights: Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site, Hofgarten & English Garden, Tunnelblick Mural, Olympic Park a beer garden or two etc. Please contact me if you are interested in more information.
Waterfall Glen Main Parking Lot
Off Cass Avenue and Northgate Road
Darien, IL 60561
Wed, Aug 21, 2024 at 4:30 PM
Come ride at your pace, as many loops as you would like at Waterfall Glen Nature Preserve in Darien.
Terrain is mixed terrain/gravel, bring whatever bike you would feel comfortable on. This is NOT a road/paved ride so you are aware. This means the terrain is limestone gravel just like the terrain on the Illinois Prairie Path, Great Western Trail and Springbrook Prairie in Naperville.
Meet by the bathrooms building and beginning of the trailhead in the Main Parking lot 5 minutes before the ride starts. More details on the site/location here: https://www.dupageforest.org/places-to-go/forest-preserves/waterfall-glen
One full loop is 9.5 miles with 421 feet of elevation gain (44 feet per mile of elevation gain). You can do a ¼,½ loop, 1 full loop, 2 loops, 3 or 4 in the time frame. We typically mix up the loops to do clockwise and then counterclockwise but you can do what you want to do. This is YOUR RIDE, you whatever distance at your own pace and what is most comfortable to you, in whatever time frame you would like to ride. Please text or email the Ride Leader at the conclusion of your ride for mileage credit.
Motion and nature is so good for ‘da heart + soul!
Wed, Aug 21, 2024 at 5:45 PM
Come join us for a Hump Day Hustle ride in Naperville with not a lot of Hustle!! This is a "No Drop" "Social Ride". The ride will be a little different than the Hump Day Hustle leaving out of Villa Park since the main break will be at the end of the ride and the mileage is a little less.
We will leave from Pioneer Park, (where there is parking and restroom facilities), take the river path through Knoch Knoll, (restroom break if needed), to Whalen Lake and around, (again restroom break if needed), and then head back the way we came to Pioneer Park for some fellowship at the picnic tables at the end of the ride. Please feel free to bring the beverage or snack of your choice. I have taken this route on several occasions but will be making slight changes throughout the rest of the year to accommodate as many riders as possible. Also, the days are getting shorter so having lights over the next couple of weeks will become mandatory.
Villa Park: Villa Park Depot / Historical Society
Wed, Aug 21, 2024 at 6:15 PM
This is a highly social, evening 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 headlights and tail lights. Avoid using retina-burning, overly-bright and strobing lights since we ride trails as a tight pack and are usually separated from car and truck traffic. We try to courteously douse headlights when passing pedestrians and fellow riders as we ride into growing darkness.
This ride is often best suited for mountain or fat-tire bikes when riding our crushed limestone routes, but also, quite often the weather and trail conditions make this event viable for most any type of bike.
No rider will ever be left behind. We have several bona fide EBC Ride Leaders attending this ride for extra safety. Having said that, please don‘t show up if your bike is not ready or you are not 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.
Our routes vary from one week to the next. Look for route information on our e-mail list server each week before the ride. Let‘s rock!
Lisle Police Station Front Parking Lot
Thu, Aug 22, 2024 at 5:30 AM
Come join us for The Lisle Early Bird. This is a No Drop Ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave., (Rt 53). It is a fun 17 mile loop with some climbs and some downhills that winds through the streets of Lisle and Naperville. We leave at 5:30 AM. It is still dark when this ride starts so lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there!!!!
Thu, Aug 22, 2024 at 9:00 AM
Join us in Munich where we will rent bikes daily to explore the many bike paths as we check out the many sights: Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site, Hofgarten & English Garden, Tunnelblick Mural, Olympic Park a beer garden or two etc. Please contact me if you are interested in more information.
Fri, Aug 23, 2024 at 8:00 AM
A bike and barge trip in the Gulf of Kvarner, among crystal clear waters and sunny shores. Pedal to discover enchanting beaches, beautiful coves and charming fishing villages. Each island will amaze you with its own special features: Cres and its rugged coastline, Venetian Lošinj, the island of Lunga and its quaint little harbors, the moonscapes of Pag and Rab, all the way to Krk and its fragrant Mediterranean scrub.
The crystal clear sea: between dips and refreshing swims
The traditional colorful houses of Veli Lošinj
Rab, the sunniest island in Europe
A week of daily bicycle excursions. The stages take place over hilly or mountainous terrain and involve reaching an altitude between 200/500 m above sea level. The roads are generally paved and low traffic, except in the high season. Each day you can decide whether to ride independently, using the maps provided, follow one of the guides or stay on board and relax.
For more details and pricing review their website:https://www.girolibero.com/tour/bike-and-barge-croatia-kvarner-bay-guided-hr008/
Chalet Landhaus Inn - New Glarus Wisconsin
Fri, Aug 23, 2024 at 1:00 PM
Ride the scenic hills around New Glarus, Wisconsin. Beautiful scenery, challenging riding, good food and drink, great fun. Today‘s ride is New Glarus to Blanchardville and back. Dinner at the Glarner Stube. Contact Larry for lodging or other info.
Zipline Tap and Grill
575 Fallbrook Blvd
#109
Lincoln, NE
68521
Sat, Aug 24, 2024 at 6:00 AM
Founded by Corey Godfrey in 2010, Garmin Gravel Worlds has grown to be one of the largest gravel events in the world, attracting an international field of cyclists and runners. In 2023 Garmin Gravel Worlds attracted more than 2,000 athletes from all 50 states and 14 countries.
This milestone 15th year promises to deliver an unforgettable experience for participants, with courses that combine challenging routes with the scenic beauty of Nebraska‘s rural gravel roads.
Event Distances: Bike: 150-mile, 75-mile, 50k, and 300-mile. Run: 25k and 10k.
Registration Cap: 2,500; waitlist if you miss the registration.
Will sell out fast so don‘t wait if you are interested.
https://www.gravel-worlds.com
Plainfield South Highschool
Sat, Aug 24, 2024 at 7:00 AM
This is a fast group road ride/competition that is put on and sponsored by Christian Cycling Club Race Team (CCCRT) in Plainfield. It is an excellent ride to test out your fitness from all the hard work over the summer and there are plenty of strong riders to break the wind and pull you along.
This year for 2024, two waves will be released, spaced 15 minutes apart.
Wave 1 - (New Wave - Elite Group Ride) Donation Required Registration 50 riders max
The "Racing Elite Group" is tailored for participants seeking to compete for cash incentives. To prioritize safety, this group will be released first, considering its high level of competitiveness.
Wave 2 - "Local Legends" Volunteer Donation. 100 riders max
The "Local Legends" group will be released 15 minutes after the racing group. Embracing the spirit of Hammerfest‘s origins, this group honors its humble beginnings. Podium winners (1st - 3rd place) will be crowned as Hammerfest Local Legends.
Website:https://hammerfestccc.com/
Registration: https://christiancyclist.us5.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e67fa022f84699a324d592e52&id=f1ab130318&e=c25460001f
Sign in before roll out and submit to me your milage post ride.
Questions call or text
Sat, Aug 24, 2024 at 8:00 AM
Day 2. From Cres to Martinšcica by bike and then sailing to Lošinj
After a nice breakfast all in the saddle…it’s time to start pedaling! Your tour starts from Martinšcica. The long and narrow shaped island of Cres is characterized by dense primordial forest vegetation and its rugged coastline. The boat awaits at the end of the ride to set sail for the island of Lošinj. There is certainly no shortage of opportunity for a few dips in the crystal clear sea before docking in Mali Losinj. Stroll through the harbor, which teems with tourists and stalls selling local products in summer. From the main square, the view sweeps over the cliff in front, giving you a wonderful glimpse.
Chalet Landhaus Inn - New Glarus Wisconsin
Sat, Aug 24, 2024 at 8:30 AM
Ride the scenic hills around New Glarus, Wisconsin. Today‘s ride is New Glarus to Mt Horeb and then to Blue Mounds with optional climb up the Mound and back to New Glarus. Mileage 65 with shorter option. Dinner after the ride. Contact Larry for lodging or other info.
Sun, Aug 25, 2024 at 8:00 AM
Day 3. From Mali Losinj to Veli Losinj and sailing to the Island of Molat
We set off again to discover the southern part of the island of Losinj, among picturesque and little-visited bays, to the port of Veli Losinj (Lussingrande): the atmosphere is that of an island in the Venetian lagoon. Its center is a veritable jewel in miniature, with colorful houses and small fishing boats moored in front of St. Anthony’s Church. Have lunch on the boat and then reach the island of Molat. Here another short ride awaits you to discover this land of fishermen and farmers, a corner of paradise far from mass tourism
Sun, Aug 25, 2024 at 8:30 AM
Ride the scenic hills around New Glarus, Wisconsin. Today‘s ride is New Glarus to Evansville and back. Mileage 40. Contact Larry for lodging or other info.
Lombard: Madison Meadows Park Madison St Entrance
Sun, Aug 25, 2024 at 9:00 AM
Annual summer picnic - plan your routes to start at Madison Meadows or to include a lunch stop at the park. More details to follow! RSVP will be necessary to
help with picnic planning. Volunteers to help welcomed
Mon, Aug 26, 2024 at 8:00 AM
Day 4. From Molat to Dugi Otok and en route to Zadar
Today’s day starts with sailing to Long Island, Dugi Otok, the largest in the Zadar archipelago. From the small port of Bozava, pedal to the northernmost point of the island, where you will find the Veli Rat lighthouse, which gives you a unique view. Continue to the port of Savar i Bribinj, where you have time for a swim. Finally reach Zadar, the historical and cultural center of Dalmatia.
*If you chose Platinium comfort, the bike leg will be 48 km.
Lisle Police Station Front Parking Lot
Tue, Aug 27, 2024 at 5:30 AM
Come join us for The Lisle Early Bird. This is a No Drop Ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave., (Rt 53). It is a fun 17 mile loop with some climbs and some downhills that winds through the streets of Lisle and Naperville. We leave at 5:30 AM. It is still dark when this ride starts so lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there!!!!
Tue, Aug 27, 2024 at 8:00 AM
Day 5. The island of Pag, among olive trees and helichrysum, and docking on the island of Rab
Today’s day starts with sailing to Long Island, Dugi Otok, the largest in the Zadar archipelago. From the small port of Bozava, pedal to the northernmost point of the island, where you will find the Veli Rat lighthouse, which gives you a unique view. Continue to the port of Savar i Bribinj, where you have time for a swim. Finally reach Zadar, the historical and cultural center of Dalmatia.
*If you chose Platinium comfort, the bike leg will be 48 km.
Wed, Aug 28, 2024 at 8:00 AM
Day 6. Rab, the sunniest island in Europe, and return by boat to Krk
The morning is dedicated to discovering the Island of Rab. Start cycling along its eastern coast, surrounded by a lunar landscape, until you reach one of the few sandy beaches in Kvarner. The boat awaits you in the old town of Rab, to set sail for Krk, known as “the golden island,” thanks to its fertile soil. We spend the evening in the town of the same name, amid the architecture of its quaint old town.
Waterfall Glen Main Parking Lot
Off Cass Avenue and Northgate Road
Darien, IL 60561
Wed, Aug 28, 2024 at 4:30 PM
Come ride at your pace, as many loops as you would like at Waterfall Glen Nature Preserve in Darien.
Terrain is mixed terrain/gravel, bring whatever bike you would feel comfortable on. This is NOT a road/paved ride so you are aware. This means the terrain is limestone gravel just like the terrain on the Illinois Prairie Path, Great Western Trail and Springbrook Prairie in Naperville.
Meet by the bathrooms building and beginning of the trailhead in the Main Parking lot 5 minutes before the ride starts. More details on the site/location here: https://www.dupageforest.org/places-to-go/forest-preserves/waterfall-glen
One full loop is 9.5 miles with 421 feet of elevation gain (44 feet per mile of elevation gain). You can do a ¼,½ loop, 1 full loop, 2 loops, 3 or 4 in the time frame. We typically mix up the loops to do clockwise and then counterclockwise but you can do what you want to do. This is YOUR RIDE, you whatever distance at your own pace and what is most comfortable to you, in whatever time frame you would like to ride. Please text or email the Ride Leader at the conclusion of your ride for mileage credit.
Motion and nature is so good for ‘da heart + soul!
Wed, Aug 28, 2024 at 5:45 PM
Come join us for a Hump Day Hustle ride in Naperville with not a lot of Hustle!! This is a "No Drop" "Social Ride". The ride will be a little different than the Hump Day Hustle leaving out of Villa Park since the main break will be at the end of the ride and the mileage is a little less.
We will leave from Pioneer Park, (where there is parking and restroom facilities), take the river path through Knoch Knoll, (restroom break if needed), to Whalen Lake and around, (again restroom break if needed), and then head back the way we came to Pioneer Park for some fellowship at the picnic tables at the end of the ride. Please feel free to bring the beverage or snack of your choice. I have taken this route on several occasions but will be making slight changes throughout the rest of the year to accommodate as many riders as possible. Also, the days are getting shorter so having lights over the next couple of weeks will become mandatory.
Villa Park: Villa Park Depot / Historical Society
Wed, Aug 28, 2024 at 6:15 PM
This is a highly social, evening 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 headlights and tail lights. Avoid using retina-burning, overly-bright and strobing lights since we ride trails as a tight pack and are usually separated from car and truck traffic. We try to courteously douse headlights when passing pedestrians and fellow riders as we ride into growing darkness.
This ride is often best suited for mountain or fat-tire bikes when riding our crushed limestone routes, but also, quite often the weather and trail conditions make this event viable for most any type of bike.
No rider will ever be left behind. We have several bona fide EBC Ride Leaders attending this ride for extra safety. Having said that, please don‘t show up if your bike is not ready or you are not 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.
Our routes vary from one week to the next. Look for route information on our e-mail list server each week before the ride. Let‘s rock!
Lisle Police Station Front Parking Lot
Thu, Aug 29, 2024 at 5:30 AM
Come join us for The Lisle Early Bird. This is a No Drop Ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave., (Rt 53). It is a fun 17 mile loop with some climbs and some downhills that winds through the streets of Lisle and Naperville. We leave at 5:30 AM. It is still dark when this ride starts so lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there!!!!
Thu, Aug 29, 2024 at 8:00 AM
Day 7. The island of Krk: from Vrbnik to Omisalj
Enjoy the last leg on the pedals in the fascinating territory of Krk Island. Through fragrant Mediterranean scrub, pedal over the island’s hills until you reach a valley covered in vineyards, and finally the museum town of Vrbnik, home of the white wine Zlahtina. Continue through rich vegetation, among ancient villages, to Omišalj, where your boat welcomes you for the last night.
Sun, Sep 1, 2024 at 8:00 AM
Five days four nights bike tour on the Tauern Cycly path. Starting in Krimml Austria where we Visit the famous waterfalls in Krimml, considered the largest in Europe and the fifth-highest in the world. The first stage of your bike journey is adorned with magnificent mountain panoramas and picturesque villages. Upon reaching Kaprun, visiting the high mountain reservoirs is highly recommended. On day 3, the route takes you through Maishofen, Maria Alm, and Saalfelden to Lofer. With views of the Steinerne Meer, through the impressive Seisenberg Gorge and the fascinating Lamprechtshöhle, you can expect one breathtaking natural backdrop after another. The final stage is dedicated to the beautiful Saalachtal, with the added delight of a detour to the Bavarian town of Bad Reichenhall. Shortly thereafter, you‘ll reach Salzburg, known for its unique charm that never fails to enchant!
For more details and pricing visit their website: https://www.eurobike.at/en/destinations/bike-tours-austria/tauern-cycle-path-krimml-salzburg-5-days#package=160193680&year=2024 Contact me if you are interested in joining us.
Mon, Sep 2, 2024 at 8:00 AM
Five days four nights bike tour on the Tauern Cycly path. Starting in Krimml Austria where we Visit the famous waterfalls in Krimml, considered the largest in Europe and the fifth-highest in the world. The first stage of your bike journey is adorned with magnificent mountain panoramas and picturesque villages. Upon reaching Kaprun, visiting the high mountain reservoirs is highly recommended. On day 3, the route takes you through Maishofen, Maria Alm, and Saalfelden to Lofer. With views of the Steinerne Meer, through the impressive Seisenberg Gorge and the fascinating Lamprechtshöhle, you can expect one breathtaking natural backdrop after another. The final stage is dedicated to the beautiful Saalachtal, with the added delight of a detour to the Bavarian town of Bad Reichenhall. Shortly thereafter, you‘ll reach Salzburg, known for its unique charm that never fails to enchant!
For more details and pricing visit their website: https://www.eurobike.at/en/destinations/bike-tours-austria/tauern-cycle-path-krimml-salzburg-5-days#package=160193680&year=2024 Contact me if you are interested in joining us.
Lisle Police Station Front Parking Lot
Tue, Sep 3, 2024 at 5:30 AM
Come join us for The Lisle Early Bird. This is a No Drop Ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave., (Rt 53). It is a fun 17 mile loop with some climbs and some downhills that winds through the streets of Lisle and Naperville. We leave at 5:30 AM. It is still dark when this ride starts so lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there!!!!
Tue, Sep 3, 2024 at 8:00 AM
Five days four nights bike tour on the Tauern Cycly path. Starting in Krimml Austria where we Visit the famous waterfalls in Krimml, considered the largest in Europe and the fifth-highest in the world. The first stage of your bike journey is adorned with magnificent mountain panoramas and picturesque villages. Upon reaching Kaprun, visiting the high mountain reservoirs is highly recommended. On day 3, the route takes you through Maishofen, Maria Alm, and Saalfelden to Lofer. With views of the Steinerne Meer, through the impressive Seisenberg Gorge and the fascinating Lamprechtshöhle, you can expect one breathtaking natural backdrop after another. The final stage is dedicated to the beautiful Saalachtal, with the added delight of a detour to the Bavarian town of Bad Reichenhall. Shortly thereafter, you‘ll reach Salzburg, known for its unique charm that never fails to enchant!
For more details and pricing visit their website: https://www.eurobike.at/en/destinations/bike-tours-austria/tauern-cycle-path-krimml-salzburg-5-days#package=160193680&year=2024 Contact me if you are interested in joining us.
Wed, Sep 4, 2024 at 8:00 AM
Five days four nights bike tour on the Tauern Cycly path. Starting in Krimml Austria where we Visit the famous waterfalls in Krimml, considered the largest in Europe and the fifth-highest in the world. The first stage of your bike journey is adorned with magnificent mountain panoramas and picturesque villages. Upon reaching Kaprun, visiting the high mountain reservoirs is highly recommended. On day 3, the route takes you through Maishofen, Maria Alm, and Saalfelden to Lofer. With views of the Steinerne Meer, through the impressive Seisenberg Gorge and the fascinating Lamprechtshöhle, you can expect one breathtaking natural backdrop after another. The final stage is dedicated to the beautiful Saalachtal, with the added delight of a detour to the Bavarian town of Bad Reichenhall. Shortly thereafter, you‘ll reach Salzburg, known for its unique charm that never fails to enchant!
For more details and pricing visit their website: https://www.eurobike.at/en/destinations/bike-tours-austria/tauern-cycle-path-krimml-salzburg-5-days#package=160193680&year=2024 Contact me if you are interested in joining us.
Wed, Sep 4, 2024 at 5:45 PM
Come join us for a Hump Day Hustle ride in Naperville with not a lot of Hustle!! This is a "No Drop" "Social Ride". The ride will be a little different than the Hump Day Hustle leaving out of Villa Park since the main break will be at the end of the ride and the mileage is a little less.
We will leave from Pioneer Park, (where there is parking and restroom facilities), take the river path through Knoch Knoll, (restroom break if needed), to Whalen Lake and around, (again restroom break if needed), and then head back the way we came to Pioneer Park for some fellowship at the picnic tables at the end of the ride. Please feel free to bring the beverage or snack of your choice. I have taken this route on several occasions but will be making slight changes throughout the rest of the year to accommodate as many riders as possible. Also, the days are getting shorter so having lights over the next couple of weeks will become mandatory.
Villa Park: Villa Park Depot / Historical Society
Wed, Sep 4, 2024 at 6:15 PM
This is a highly social, evening 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 headlights and tail lights. Avoid using retina-burning, overly-bright and strobing lights since we ride trails as a tight pack and are usually separated from car and truck traffic. We try to courteously douse headlights when passing pedestrians and fellow riders as we ride into growing darkness.
This ride is often best suited for mountain or fat-tire bikes when riding our crushed limestone routes, but also, quite often the weather and trail conditions make this event viable for most any type of bike.
No rider will ever be left behind. We have several bona fide EBC Ride Leaders attending this ride for extra safety. Having said that, please don‘t show up if your bike is not ready or you are not 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.
Our routes vary from one week to the next. Look for route information on our e-mail list server each week before the ride. Let‘s rock!
Lisle Police Station Front Parking Lot
Thu, Sep 5, 2024 at 5:30 AM
Come join us for The Lisle Early Bird. This is a No Drop Ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave., (Rt 53). It is a fun 17 mile loop with some climbs and some downhills that winds through the streets of Lisle and Naperville. We leave at 5:30 AM. It is still dark when this ride starts so lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there!!!!
Thu, Sep 5, 2024 at 8:00 AM
Five days four nights bike tour on the Tauern Cycly path. Starting in Krimml Austria where we Visit the famous waterfalls in Krimml, considered the largest in Europe and the fifth-highest in the world. The first stage of your bike journey is adorned with magnificent mountain panoramas and picturesque villages. Upon reaching Kaprun, visiting the high mountain reservoirs is highly recommended. On day 3, the route takes you through Maishofen, Maria Alm, and Saalfelden to Lofer. With views of the Steinerne Meer, through the impressive Seisenberg Gorge and the fascinating Lamprechtshöhle, you can expect one breathtaking natural backdrop after another. The final stage is dedicated to the beautiful Saalachtal, with the added delight of a detour to the Bavarian town of Bad Reichenhall. Shortly thereafter, you‘ll reach Salzburg, known for its unique charm that never fails to enchant!
For more details and pricing visit their website: https://www.eurobike.at/en/destinations/bike-tours-austria/tauern-cycle-path-krimml-salzburg-5-days#package=160193680&year=2024 Contact me if you are interested in joining us.
Sun, Sep 8, 2024 at 7:00 AM
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. If there is interest, I am happy to coordinate pre-ride gathering on Saturday evening.
Registration does sell out, so I recommend registering early. Fees increase on August 1st.
Sun, Sep 8, 2024 at 9:00 AM
Come join Dawn and me for this leisurely 8 day hiking tour on the Chianti Trail. Famous wine country from Florence to Siena https://wildrovertravel.com/tours/tuscany-the-chianti-trail/. On this tour we will spend two nights each in Florence, Greve in Chianti, Radda in Chianti and one in Siena. Open link for daily itinerary Price for 8 days is 995 euros ($1,080) that includes hotels/BnB, luggage transfer, route maps, private transfer per itinerary, breakfast and phone support. Please contact me by email if you have are interested or would like more information about additional biking & sightseeing some are doing before or after the Chianti hike.
Mon, Sep 9, 2024 at 9:00 AM
Day 2: Walk from Settignano to Fiesole
delightful trails through an idyllic Tuscan landscape of cypress trees, olive groves, Renaissance villas and with panoramic views over the city of Florence below. Stroll through the charming 7th century town of Fiesole and tour its Etruscan ruins, Roman amphitheatre and Franciscan monastery.
Lisle Police Station Front Parking Lot
Tue, Sep 10, 2024 at 5:30 AM
Come join us for The Lisle Early Bird. This is a No Drop Ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave., (Rt 53). It is a fun 17 mile loop with some climbs and some downhills that winds through the streets of Lisle and Naperville. We leave at 5:30 AM. It is still dark when this ride starts so lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there!!!!
Tue, Sep 10, 2024 at 9:00 AM
Day 3: A choice of walks in Greve in Chianti
A circular walk starting from the attractive main square of Greve in Chianti, through the picture-perfect Chianti Classico area and passing by the Villa Calcinaia and numerous vineyards with “aziende agricole” (farms) where the prestigious Chianti wine is produced.
Wed, Sep 11, 2024 at 9:00 AM
Day 4: Panzano loop walk
A beautiful looped walk beginning in the village of Panzano. Take some time to explore the quaint medieval streets of this historic town before beginning your walk through the surrounding hills. This classic Chianti trail alternates forests with vineyards, with the added opportunity to discover ancient Roman farmsteads as you go.
Wed, Sep 11, 2024 at 5:45 PM
Come join us for a Hump Day Hustle ride in Naperville with not a lot of Hustle!! This is a "No Drop" "Social Ride". The ride will be a little different than the Hump Day Hustle leaving out of Villa Park since the main break will be at the end of the ride and the mileage is a little less.
We will leave from Pioneer Park, (where there is parking and restroom facilities), take the river path through Knoch Knoll, (restroom break if needed), to Whalen Lake and around, (again restroom break if needed), and then head back the way we came to Pioneer Park for some fellowship at the picnic tables at the end of the ride. Please feel free to bring the beverage or snack of your choice. I have taken this route on several occasions but will be making slight changes throughout the rest of the year to accommodate as many riders as possible. Also, the days are getting shorter so having lights over the next couple of weeks will become mandatory.
Villa Park: Villa Park Depot / Historical Society
Wed, Sep 11, 2024 at 6:15 PM
This is a highly social, evening 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 headlights and tail lights. Avoid using retina-burning, overly-bright and strobing lights since we ride trails as a tight pack and are usually separated from car and truck traffic. We try to courteously douse headlights when passing pedestrians and fellow riders as we ride into growing darkness.
This ride is often best suited for mountain or fat-tire bikes when riding our crushed limestone routes, but also, quite often the weather and trail conditions make this event viable for most any type of bike.
No rider will ever be left behind. We have several bona fide EBC Ride Leaders attending this ride for extra safety. Having said that, please don‘t show up if your bike is not ready or you are not 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.
Our routes vary from one week to the next. Look for route information on our e-mail list server each week before the ride. Let‘s rock!
Lisle Police Station Front Parking Lot
Thu, Sep 12, 2024 at 5:30 AM
Come join us for The Lisle Early Bird. This is a No Drop Ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave., (Rt 53). It is a fun 17 mile loop with some climbs and some downhills that winds through the streets of Lisle and Naperville. We leave at 5:30 AM. It is still dark when this ride starts so lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there!!!!
Thu, Sep 12, 2024 at 9:00 AM
Day 5: Monte San Michele to Radda in Chianti
After breakfast, a short car transfer takes you to the highest of the Chianti hills, Monte San Michele. From Badiaccia you descend through a forested valley of century old chestnut trees and continue towards the stunning medieval hamlet of Volpaia, situated amongst vineyards and castles. Stop in for a glass of red at a fine Enoteca (wine shop), before continuing on to the medieval walled town of Radda in Chianti.
Fri, Sep 13, 2024 at 9:00 AM
Day 6: Radda in Chianti circular walk
Begin the day with a scenic walk around the historic and pretty centre of Radda in Chianti. Wander among the narrow alleyways and take in the evocative walled gardens. As you head out of town through the vineyard covered slopes stop to treat yourself to a glass of Chianti Gallo Nero at one of the celebrated local vineyards.
Sat, Sep 14, 2024 at 9:00 AM
Day 7: Travel to Siena
After breakfast a prearranged private transfer takes you to your final destination, the historic city of Siena. One of Europe’s great medieval cities, Siena is famous for its biannual “Palio” horse race, held in the most beautiful shell-shaped square in Europe: The Piazza del Campo. Wander the narrow streets and immerse yourself in the history of this perfectly preserved jewel of Italy.
Elmhurst: Whole Foods in rear lot along West Ave.
Sat, Sep 14, 2024 at 9:00 AM
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 $14 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!
White House Ramada Inn
1450 Veterans Dr
Richland Center, WI 53581
Sat, Sep 14, 2024 at 10:00 AM
This is the first outing in our Driftless Rouleur Series, a 100k populaire. MUST be a member of Randonneurs USA and sign up via Driftless Randonneurs website and sign a waiver.
A Randonneurs Rouleur Series consists of completing the following calendared events via Randonneurs USA: 100k, 125, 150, 200k and a team event. Details here: https://rusa.org/pages/award-rouleur
ROUTE: We’ll be doing the always popular route over to Spring Green. We’ve made Spring Green an open control so those who are so inclined can stop at the Spring Green General Store for lunch and of course there are always the alternatives of Culver’s or the Shell station that’s the official control.
Ridewithgps (RWGPS) route here: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31273820
https://driftlessrandos.org/event/driftless-rouleur-100k-2024/
Be ready 15 minutes before start time to hear route details, sign in and last minute updates. Meet in the back parking lot of the White House Ramada Inn to start/finish.
Questions, contact me directly.
Sun, Sep 15, 2024 at 7:00 AM
Day 8: Arrivederci Tuscany!
End of tour. We will depart early to Florence by train
White House Ramada Inn
1450 Veterans Dr
Richland Center, Wisconsin 53581
Sun, Sep 15, 2024 at 10:00 AM
Come ride a Randonneurs USA Dart Rouleur Team Event out of Richland Center, Wisconsin. This is a Randonneurs USA team event, you must register and be a part of a team, contact me to discuss details on the team event. Additional details here: https://driftlessrandos.org/event/driftless-rouleur-120k-2024/
This is a Randonneurs USA event, you MUST be a member of Randonneurs USA to do this ride. Allow 2-3 days for a new membership to process if you join. You must also register via Driftless Randonneurs and sign a waiver. Meet in the back of the hotel parking lot, ready to go 15 minutes before the start time.
Details on Driftless Randonneurs here: https://driftlessrandos.org
Details on Randonneurs USA: https://rusa.org
FAQ about Driftless Randonneurs: https://driftlessrandos.org/faq/
Meet in the back of the hotel parking lot, ready to go 15 minutes before the start time.
Please contact me if you are coming so I know to expect you to meet you and the start and give you details on the rules for this team event. They are a blast, come on out and give it a try.
Lisle Police Station Front Parking Lot
Tue, Sep 17, 2024 at 5:30 AM
Come join us for The Lisle Early Bird. This is a No Drop Ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave., (Rt 53). It is a fun 17 mile loop with some climbs and some downhills that winds through the streets of Lisle and Naperville. We leave at 5:30 AM. It is still dark when this ride starts so lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there!!!!
Wed, Sep 18, 2024 at 5:45 PM
Come join us for a Hump Day Hustle ride in Naperville with not a lot of Hustle!! This is a "No Drop" "Social Ride". The ride will be a little different than the Hump Day Hustle leaving out of Villa Park since the main break will be at the end of the ride and the mileage is a little less.
We will leave from Pioneer Park, (where there is parking and restroom facilities), take the river path through Knoch Knoll, (restroom break if needed), to Whalen Lake and around, (again restroom break if needed), and then head back the way we came to Pioneer Park for some fellowship at the picnic tables at the end of the ride. Please feel free to bring the beverage or snack of your choice. I have taken this route on several occasions but will be making slight changes throughout the rest of the year to accommodate as many riders as possible. Also, the days are getting shorter so having lights over the next couple of weeks will become mandatory.
Villa Park: Villa Park Depot / Historical Society
Wed, Sep 18, 2024 at 6:15 PM
This is a highly social, evening 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 headlights and tail lights. Avoid using retina-burning, overly-bright and strobing lights since we ride trails as a tight pack and are usually separated from car and truck traffic. We try to courteously douse headlights when passing pedestrians and fellow riders as we ride into growing darkness.
This ride is often best suited for mountain or fat-tire bikes when riding our crushed limestone routes, but also, quite often the weather and trail conditions make this event viable for most any type of bike.
No rider will ever be left behind. We have several bona fide EBC Ride Leaders attending this ride for extra safety. Having said that, please don‘t show up if your bike is not ready or you are not 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.
Our routes vary from one week to the next. Look for route information on our e-mail list server each week before the ride. Let‘s rock!
Lisle Police Station Front Parking Lot
Thu, Sep 19, 2024 at 5:30 AM
Come join us for The Lisle Early Bird. This is a No Drop Ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave., (Rt 53). It is a fun 17 mile loop with some climbs and some downhills that winds through the streets of Lisle and Naperville. We leave at 5:30 AM. It is still dark when this ride starts so lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there!!!!
White House Ramada Inn
1450 Veterans Drive
Richland Center, Wisconsin 53581
Sat, Sep 21, 2024 at 10:00 AM
Come ride a Randonneurs USA 125K Rouleur event out of Richland Center, Wisconsin. The route takes you from Richland Center, through the Driftless region of Wisconsin to both Blue River and Spring Green, before returning back to Richland Center. The route has 2,314 feet of elevation gain, so not a crazy hilly route.
This is a Randonneurs USA event, you MUST be a member of Randonneurs USA to do this ride. Allow 2-3 days for a new membership to process if you join. You must also register via Driftless Randonneurs and sign a waiver. Meet in the back of the hotel parking lot, ready to go 15 minutes before the start time.
Details on Driftless Randonneurs here: https://driftlessrandos.org
Details on Randonneurs USA: https://rusa.org
FAQ about Driftless Randonneurs: https://driftlessrandos.org/faq/
Meet in the back of the hotel parking lot, ready to go 15 minutes before the start time.
Please contact me if you are coming so I know to expect you to meet you and the start.
White House Ramada Inn
1450 Veterans Drive
Richland Center, Wisconsin 53581
Sun, Sep 22, 2024 at 8:00 AM
Come ride a Randonneurs USA 150k Rouleur event out of Richland Center, Wisconsin. The route takes you from Richland Center, through the Driftless region of Wisconsin to Fennimore and then returning back to Richland Center. The route has 3,632 feet of elevation gain.
This is a Randonneurs USA event, you MUST be a member of Randonneurs USA to do this ride. Allow 2-3 days for a new membership to process if you join. You must also register via Driftless Randonneurs and sign a waiver. Meet in the back of the hotel parking lot, ready to go 15 minutes before the start time.
Details on Driftless Randonneurs here: https://driftlessrandos.org
Details on Randonneurs USA: https://rusa.org
FAQ about Driftless Randonneurs: https://driftlessrandos.org/faq/
Meet in the back of the hotel parking lot, ready to go 15 minutes before the start time.
Please contact me if you are coming so I know to expect you to meet you and the start.
Lisle Police Station Front Parking Lot
Tue, Sep 24, 2024 at 5:30 AM
Come join us for The Lisle Early Bird. This is a No Drop Ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave., (Rt 53). It is a fun 17 mile loop with some climbs and some downhills that winds through the streets of Lisle and Naperville. We leave at 5:30 AM. It is still dark when this ride starts so lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there!!!!
Wed, Sep 25, 2024 at 5:45 PM
Come join us for a Hump Day Hustle ride in Naperville with not a lot of Hustle!! This is a "No Drop" "Social Ride". The ride will be a little different than the Hump Day Hustle leaving out of Villa Park since the main break will be at the end of the ride and the mileage is a little less.
We will leave from Pioneer Park, (where there is parking and restroom facilities), take the river path through Knoch Knoll, (restroom break if needed), to Whalen Lake and around, (again restroom break if needed), and then head back the way we came to Pioneer Park for some fellowship at the picnic tables at the end of the ride. Please feel free to bring the beverage or snack of your choice. I have taken this route on several occasions but will be making slight changes throughout the rest of the year to accommodate as many riders as possible. Also, the days are getting shorter so having lights over the next couple of weeks will become mandatory.
This will be the last Naperville Hump-Day No Hussle for this Year
Villa Park: Villa Park Depot / Historical Society
Wed, Sep 25, 2024 at 6:15 PM
This is a highly social, evening 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 headlights and tail lights. Avoid using retina-burning, overly-bright and strobing lights since we ride trails as a tight pack and are usually separated from car and truck traffic. We try to courteously douse headlights when passing pedestrians and fellow riders as we ride into growing darkness.
This ride is often best suited for mountain or fat-tire bikes when riding our crushed limestone routes, but also, quite often the weather and trail conditions make this event viable for most any type of bike.
No rider will ever be left behind. We have several bona fide EBC Ride Leaders attending this ride for extra safety. Having said that, please don‘t show up if your bike is not ready or you are not 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.
Our routes vary from one week to the next. Look for route information on our e-mail list server each week before the ride. Let‘s rock!
Lisle Police Station Front Parking Lot
Thu, Sep 26, 2024 at 5:30 AM
Come join us for The Lisle Early Bird. This is a No Drop Ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave., (Rt 53). It is a fun 17 mile loop with some climbs and some downhills that winds through the streets of Lisle and Naperville. We leave at 5:30 AM. It is still dark when this ride starts so lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there!!!!
MSOE Library, A-Lot (SW Corner of State x Jackson)
Sat, Sep 28, 2024 at 7:15 AM
Welcome to the MSOE Century! This is a route that gives a taste of almost everything the state of Wisconsin has to offer- Milwuakee City riding, Suburban paved Rail-to-Trails, mile long false flats, small lake towns, farm fields, and a few rated climbs! This ride is usually one of the MSOE Rider‘s first century, so you get support a young cyclist on their cycling journey!
The Current route is version "‘24E". If there is to be any changes to the route, an email will be sent to the google group. https://www.strava.com/routes/3182752542461123402
ROUTE FEATURES AND MILEAGE
Mile 22: Possibly picking up any WCTC Riders, if any choose to join us
Mile 23: Stop #1, BP Gas
Mile 33: Rated Hill #1
Mile 47: Possible Stop if needed (no plans to stop here)
Mile 55: Stop #2, Quick lunch at Subway
Mile 73: Rated Hill #2
Mile 76: Rated Hill #3
Mile 77: Stop #3, Coffee Shop, dropping off WCTC Riders
Mile 87: Possible stop if needed (no plans to stop here)
Mile 98: Possible stop if needed (no plans to stop here)
Mile 105: Dropping off any Marquette riders who joined us
Mile 107: Route Finish
This is a self supported ride, so please bring the supplies you would bring if you were doing a century ride solo! If you would like to take advantage of MSOE Parking spaces, Please email me at ctmay@protonmail.com so that I can ensure that you wont get a ticket!
Dewey Cannon Bicycle Museum
Sat, Sep 28, 2024 at 12:00 PM
We will meet at 12:00 pm EASTERN TIME at the Dewey Cannon Bicycle Museum. We will ride the back roads for about 32 miles. Afterwards we will enjoy the ice cream social which is part of the Apple Cider Century ride. You will need to register for the Sunday ride in order to participate in the ice cream social. Please contact me so I know who will be joining this Saturday ride.
St Mary of the Assumption
Sun, Sep 29, 2024 at 7:00 AM
Ride time is sunrise so I will be at the start then for you to sign the ride sheet. If I miss you at the start, please text me with your milage at the end of the ride. You may choose the flat 15/25-mile routes or the rolling hills of the 50/75-mile routes, if you’re not ready for a Century, at a speed you are comfortable with. Remember that all times are Eastern time! You MUST register for this ride at: https://www.applecidercentury.com/registration.
Lisle Police Station Front Parking Lot
Tue, Oct 1, 2024 at 5:30 AM
Come join us for The Lisle Early Bird. This is a No Drop Ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave., (Rt 53). It is a fun 17 mile loop with some climbs and some downhills that winds through the streets of Lisle and Naperville. We leave at 5:30 AM. It is still dark when this ride starts so lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there!!!!
Lisle Police Station Front Parking Lot
Thu, Oct 3, 2024 at 5:30 AM
Come join us for The Lisle Early Bird. This is a No Drop Ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave., (Rt 53). It is a fun 17 mile loop with some climbs and some downhills that winds through the streets of Lisle and Naperville. We leave at 5:30 AM. It is still dark when this ride starts so lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there!!!!
Lisle Police Station Front Parking Lot
Tue, Oct 8, 2024 at 5:30 AM
Come join us for The Lisle Early Bird. This is a No Drop Ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave., (Rt 53). It is a fun 17 mile loop with some climbs and some downhills that winds through the streets of Lisle and Naperville. We leave at 5:30 AM. It is still dark when this ride starts so lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there!!!!
Lisle Police Station Front Parking Lot
Thu, Oct 10, 2024 at 5:30 AM
Come join us for The Lisle Early Bird. This is a No Drop Ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave., (Rt 53). It is a fun 17 mile loop with some climbs and some downhills that winds through the streets of Lisle and Naperville. We leave at 5:30 AM. It is still dark when this ride starts so lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there!!!!
Lisle Police Station Front Parking Lot
Tue, Oct 15, 2024 at 5:30 AM
Come join us for The Lisle Early Bird. This is a No Drop Ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave., (Rt 53). It is a fun 17 mile loop with some climbs and some downhills that winds through the streets of Lisle and Naperville. We leave at 5:30 AM. It is still dark when this ride starts so lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there!!!!
Lisle Police Station Front Parking Lot
Thu, Oct 17, 2024 at 5:30 AM
Come join us for The Lisle Early Bird. This is a No Drop Ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave., (Rt 53). It is a fun 17 mile loop with some climbs and some downhills that winds through the streets of Lisle and Naperville. We leave at 5:30 AM. It is still dark when this ride starts so lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there!!!!
Lombard: Madison Meadows Park Madison St Entrance
Fri, Oct 18, 2024 at 5:00 AM
Join us for our 2nd triple B or cloverleaf century ride of the year out of Madison Meadows.
Given it will be dark I‘m still figuring out the order of the ride but some combo of Busse woods, Blue Skies and Elmhurst Early bird to get 100 miles. I would like to avoid doing Busse in the dark.
I will bring crumb cake and cookies for our breaks, and we will go to BILLY BRICKS pizza in Lombard on St. Charles after the ride for those who have time.
In June when we did this ride, we averaged 17.3 MPH so will be aiming for around then as well (or higher :)). Hopefully, we will get a little support when we join the blue skies ride. Feel free to join for 1, 2 or all 3 legs of this ride.
Please let me know no later (but hopefully sooner) than the night before if you are planning to join.
Feel free to reach out with any questions.
Lisle Police Station Front Parking Lot
Tue, Oct 22, 2024 at 5:30 AM
Come join us for The Lisle Early Bird. This is a No Drop Ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave., (Rt 53). It is a fun 17 mile loop with some climbs and some downhills that winds through the streets of Lisle and Naperville. We leave at 5:30 AM. It is still dark when this ride starts so lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there!!!!
Lisle Police Station Front Parking Lot
Thu, Oct 24, 2024 at 5:30 AM
Come join us for The Lisle Early Bird. This is a No Drop Ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave., (Rt 53). It is a fun 17 mile loop with some climbs and some downhills that winds through the streets of Lisle and Naperville. We leave at 5:30 AM. It is still dark when this ride starts so lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there!!!!
Lisle Police Station Front Parking Lot
Tue, Oct 29, 2024 at 5:30 AM
Come join us for The Lisle Early Bird. This is a No Drop Ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave., (Rt 53). It is a fun 17 mile loop with some climbs and some downhills that winds through the streets of Lisle and Naperville. We leave at 5:30 AM. It is still dark when this ride starts so lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there!!!!
Lisle Police Station Front Parking Lot
Thu, Oct 31, 2024 at 5:30 AM
Come join us for The Lisle Early Bird. This is a No Drop Ride that starts at the Lisle Police Station on Lincoln Ave., (Rt 53). It is a fun 17 mile loop with some climbs and some downhills that winds through the streets of Lisle and Naperville. We leave at 5:30 AM. It is still dark when this ride starts so lights and reflective clothing are mandatory. We hope to see you there!!!!
Thu, Nov 7, 2024 at 9:00 AM
On the way to AT Weekend overnight stop to break up drive and hike the ChainRock Trail Thursday morning before continuing drive to Damascus. https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/kentucky/chained-rock-trail
Fri, Nov 8, 2024 at 9:00 AM
First Hike AT weekend. All hikes to start at Outdoor Inn, Damascus VA. This hike is an out and back to the second highest summit in VA. (5520).
Sat, Nov 9, 2024 at 10:00 AM
Rent Bikes and get shuttled up to top of Whitetop Mountain to ride down the Virginia Creeper trail 17 miles.
Sun, Nov 10, 2024 at 7:30 AM
Hike the entire Grayson Highlands portion on the AT including fat man squeeze, Thomas Knob Shelter and lots and lots of wild ponies. Guaranteed plenty of wild pony encounters.
Mon, Nov 11, 2024 at 7:00 AM
Hike on way home from AT/Virginia Creeper weekend. Slot Canyons.