Forum: Great Lakes Rides and Events

Second Sundays this winter from noon until 2 pm. March 11, 2012 April 8, 2012 etc Located at 1029 3rd St. SE Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Bring your bicycles, parts or accessories to sell or trade. Located in the New Bo neighborhood.

http://www.detroitbikecity.org/

http://ragbrai.com/routemaps/2012-route-maps/ I'm stoked -- my fair city is one of the overnight towns this year, and I just signed up. In prior years, I haven't done nearly enough training miles to prepare me for a 450-500 mile ride, and now that I commute on a semi-regular basis, I expect it...

Ok, so sorry to all the gang who saw the race 4 video and thought that every one of the LaGrane Urban short track races was on the same course. The 8 race series has been crazy and had some cool element, and the final two races will be crazy. Both include sections that go thorugh buildings and...

Are you up to the Challenge? http://www.endomondo.com/campaign/wiwinterchallenge/

*Cross posting in Great Lakes* I've done the Madison, WI Tour De Cure for years as my one fundraiser ride but this year I have a scheduling conflict. I looked at the Grafton version but the longest distance is 50k which isn't worth it to me. So I investigated Chicagoland Rides and discovered...

http://www.barry-roubaix.com/ Michigan's 2012 cycling race season kicks off this year with the Killer Gravel Road Race- Like the classic it's named after, Barry-Roubaix will test riders against rolling gravel roads (80%), pavement, one mile of rough two track, rocks, sand, mud, and possibly...

http://www.letourdeshore.com/ Facebook event page http://m.facebook.com/?_rdr#!/event.php?eid=209466929133920&ref=bookmark&__user=100003057460261 June 15-16 2012 Registration opens Feb 5th ... LeTourdeShore is 2-day recreational charity bike ride from Millennium Park, Chicago, IL to...

http://www.barry-roubaix.com/ Michigan's 2012 cycling race season kicks off this year with the Killer Gravel Road Race- Like the classic it's named after, Barry-Roubaix will test riders against rolling gravel roads (80%), pavement, one mile of rough two track, rocks, sand, mud, and possibly...

http://www.flyingrhinocc.com/polar-rhino-ride/ The Polar Rhino Ride is held annually on January 1st - New Year's Day. Some rides are 50 degrees and muddy, but most years it's much colder and snow covered. So come check it out.  It's a mass start from Independence Elementary School in...

Hi, I just came off my first year of adventure racing. What a blast. There is new one in Iowa in 2012 called The Boonecrusher. Check it out! http://www.boonecrusher.com

http://www.abdcycling.com/events/ttseries.html Consists of 3 indoor events ran on CompuTrainers and the final event being a 9.1 mile time trial in Maple Park, IL. TT #1 - 01/22/2012 - Indoor TT #2 - 02/26/2012 - Indoor TT #3 - 03/17/2012 - Indoor TT #4 - 04/01/2012 - Outdoor (John Fraser...

good evening. I like to ask. I know and have seen many listings of cycling events in these areas. For both Road bike and Mountain bike. I like to ask what would be the most top citizen events that are good to attend. I am looking for events that usually attract lots of people. The...

On Friday, December 16th, 2011, cyclists from all over the Cincinnati area are invited to decorate their bicycles - and themselves - with lights and things that twinkle, sparkle, and glow. Bikes are works of art and design already - combine them with artistic additions that will show in the...

I am one of the organizers of the Hazon Cross USA Jewish Environmental Bike Ride. We are looking for more riders ... you don't have to be Jewish to join us. This is a 10-week ride from Seattle to Washington, DC. Riders may choose to have their gear carried in a van, or they may carry their gear. ...

http://www.ohiogranfondo.com/

Detroit Bikes - Java Junket V- Bike Ride Sponsored by: Detroit Bikes, a project of Detroit Synergy. www.detroitsynergy.org When: Saturday, November 12, 2011 Starting time: 9 AM sharp Approximate ending time: 12 noon

I am confused about what are good road racing events to go to? i am from Ontario Canada. close to Minnesota and these other states on this forum. I like to know what road racing events in Minnesota are worth going to? what i am looking for are citizen events that draw lots of people. That...

Chestnut Ridge Metro Park. Supposedly is going to be pretty sick!!! http://www.columbusalive.com/content/stories/2011/05/18/venture-mountain-biking-at-chestnut-ridge.html http://www.dispatch.com/content/stories/local/2011/10/15/mountain-bike-trail-opening-at-chestnut-ridge.html ...

I just want to let anyone in the Beloit area know there will be a Halloween event in Beloit on Saturday the 22nd. It involves 3 legs, a 3.3 mile kayak/canoe paddle, choice of a 6 mile or 11 mile bike ride, then a free pint of beer at the Rock Bar and Grill, along with some other specials for the...

The 3rd annual Tour de Shawnee is coming up on October 22, 2011 in Olive Branch, IL. If you haven't ridden in this tour you are certainly missing one of the best in the midwest. We offer routes of 15, 30, 45, 65 and 100 miles with full SAG/rest stop support through several unique ecosystems such as...

Rock and Roll Never Forgets, Side C, Bicycle Ride! Presented by: Detroit Bikes, a project of Detroit Synergy (www.detroitsynergy.org). On Saturday morning, October 8, 2011, Detroit Bikes will host the 3rd annual Rock and Roll bicycle ride, appropriately called "Side C." This...

Has anyone been on this? And comments? http://www.oakparkcycleclub.org/wright_ride

A 30 mile police-escorted ride or non-escorted metric century through historic Detroit. http://www.tour-de-troit.org/ This is the 10th TdT benefiting bike lanes and bicycle awareness in Detroit.

Your choice of rides between 5 and 40 miles. http://clintonrivertrail.org/ Register by 9-1-11 for a shirt! (I am not connected to this, just wanted to share!)

09/18/2011 Four distances, 25, 45, 65, and 101 mile routes. This year's century is boasting 8400' of climbing. Sounds like a challenge to me. http://www.rivervalleytrails.org/trek.html

http://www.midwestsportsevents.com/racethelake.html August 21, 2011 90 mile race, individual chip timed. Rest stops, controlled intersections, all abilities welcome. EDIT: Sorry, didn't see previous thread at bottom of page.

7th Annual Sierra Club Green Cruise 8-13-2011 Downtown Ferndale Mi Rides 8am • 40 mile Detroit ride Starting at the Green Alley in downtown Ferndale. Fast Group 16—20mph and Moderate Pace 12—16mph Visiting the River Walk, Dequindre Cut, Heldelberg Project, Belle Isle, Indian Village and a...

Full Moon Bike Ride Detroit 8-13-2011 10pm We’ll ride around Detroit under the light of the full moon and skip the heat of the sun. This Fender Bender Detroit ride is open to everyone as we try to raise awareness and have fun riding bikes in the night. August 13th Meet us at the...

WHO: Athletes By Design, ABR, and sponsors WHAT: 2011 Twilight and ABR National Championship Criterium Races WHEN: August 13th and 14th, 2011 WHERE: Winfield, IL WHY: Because racing is fun and so is spectating! Now get out and ride! HOW: Many dedicated volunteers More information...

Date: Sunday, September 4th, 2011 Registration:Starts at 7:30 A.M. Cost: $15.00 early registration: $20.00 day of ride Ride: Starts after signup Kick off the fall bicycling season by joining us for a wonderful bicycle ride through scenic Western...

On July 22nd there will be the first Suburban Mass Ride starting at Royal Oak Farmers Market parking lot. It meets at 6:30pm and rolls out at 7pm. http://www.ci.royal-oak.mi.us/portal/community-links/farmers-market More info http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=221828094501770

Join me as I ride 40 miles on Aug 6, 2011 to support the Alzheimer's Association at Metro Beach Metropark in Harrison Twp. My Dad passed away this year from this terrible disease, so I am riding in hopes others may be spared in the future. Feel free to join my Team, the Boadway Bills, or just ride...

The Twin Cities 3-Speed Adventure Society is organizing a series of rides around the Minneapolis/St. Paul area this season. We do not require tweed, fake British accents or other nonsense but welcome all types to these rides. The pace is leisurely and all TC3-SAS rides are no-drop. Often, food...

07.2.11 | Jazzin on Jefferson 6th Annual Far East Side Ride | 9 AM Mark Your Calendar. The 6th Annual Far East Side Ride is scheduled for Saturday, July 2. (Rain date: July 3rd, 2010) Tour Description: In a 4 hour excursion, our neighborhood tour will pass many landmarks including the...

Event : Bay view Country Classic Ride Venue : 15/25/45/65/100 Event Date : 07-16-2011 Time : 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM Type : Charity/Community Rides Description : For More Info Go To There Website at http://www.bayviewbikeclub.org/classic.htm

Anyone doing the Two Rivers Century in Kankakee IL on August 7th? http://www.kvpd.com/Special-Events/special-events.htm

The 13th annual Tour de Corn metric century is set for July 10, 2011, in Chatham, Ill. There are three distance options: 62, 31 or 22 miles. Cost is $15, and there's a barbecue following the ride. More info: Wheel Fast Bicycles

The Americane' is coming! The Americane' is coming! Promising to be bigger and better with more vendors and more displays expected. If you have never experienced the thrill of riding an outdoor track, this is your chance. Low pressure, lots of room, and it only takes about 15mph to ride the...

Conner Creek Greenway and Lake Shore Drive Ride When: 06/25/11 - 06/25/11 9:00am - 12:00pm Where: Hazel Park Price: Free Distance: 36 miles Start Location-City:Hazel Park Host Organization:Sierra Club Website: http://michigan.sierraclub.org/semg/Green_Cruise.html

The Soldier Ride initiative provides adaptive cycling opportunities across the country to help wounded warriors restore their physical and emotional well-being. The community has a chance to participate in Soldier Ride as well,riding alongside these brave men and women in uniform. Soldier Ride is a...

The World-wide event: DATE: May 18, 2011 (always the 3rd Wednesday of May) TIME: 7:00 pm Ride of Silence PSA http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TNWj-OU5kBc Rides of silence in Michigan http://www.rideofsilence.org/locatio...ic.php?s=MI#MI