Ok, perhaps this is verging on a touring question but I don't consider it one so I am posting here.

I live in Chicago and am going to see my Twins play the Brewers in late May. I am meeting some friends there driving over from the Twin Cities. I figure, why not ride up? It is 85 miles, I figure I can do it in about 6 hours. The first game is Friday night (8pm) so I would take the whole day off to get there. Saturday is a day game. Not going to the Sunday game, just riding back.

I've been as far North as Zion via North Channel trail and Green Bay trails. I have not ridden over the IL/WI border.

So, here is my request, help me fill in the gap! Has anyone ridden between these cities? I'm sure someone has. If not, any Milwaukee commuters care to advise the best routes between you and the border? Any streets to avoid? I've checked google maps bike routes but I know from personal experience that they can be seriously flawed...

As always, any info the community could give would be much appreciated!