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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!!!!

We will ride the most of single tracks including the Stonehouse, and the Campground. This is not a beginner’s or an easy ride, solid bike handling skills and fitness are required. Please, bring plenty of water and snacks for a trail side break. The route includes 4-5 miles of double tracks which can be harder than single tracks in some aspects. Eye protection is required while elbow and knee/sheen pads are recommended.

The Red Gate Woods is located at the western end of the Palos FP off of the Archer Avenue. Use the GPS coordinates, (41.7102259, -87.9135177), in the Google Maps for direction.

Please, note that battery powered bikes are not allowed at the Palos FP by the County regulations.

830am start. Join us for a great Thursday ride to the Village Grind in Oswego with a quick stop at Commissioners on the way out. Vote for Cherry in person; (no emails allowed).

This twisty limescreen trail is spectacular with lake and river views, wildflowers, bridges, covered forests, etc. Any bike will do as it is hardpacked, and very smooth.

We will ride and take scenic/water breaks ~every 30 mins or so. 1.5 hours southbound and then a longer break to rest with a return.

This route was ridden a couple weeks ago and it is a break from most of the limescreen paths I've ridden in the Cook and Dupage Counties. It is very wide and easy to navigate. Come on out for a fun ride. Bring plenty of water and snacks as we plan to be self contained for this jaunt.

Plan to arrive slightly earlier as parking can be limited.

Ed Gin

773 818-3861

Join us for a road ride from Elmhurst to Lombard and back. No rest stops.
I will ride with slowest rider as long as you are not faster than me. Optional springs for faster riders.
Bike lights and reflective clothing important to be seen since days are shorter and sunrise during the ride.
*For those driving to the ride. Park in the Commuter parking on Park Ave across from 180 W Park.
Rain cancels

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 down hills.
We leave at 5:30 AM, so it is dark when we start.
Lights and reflective clothing are mandatory.
We hope to see you there.
Rain cancels the ride

This Friday morning tradition just got a little bit better with the addition of the Reverse Munger Loop, increasing both the length and safety of the route. It should be another perfect day, so come out and give it a go!

This road ride will follow Isaac's classic Blue Skies route from Lombard to St. Charles (Panera), including the Munger Loop. I expect to hold the upper end of the posted rolling speed, with optional (read: likely) sprints, but anyone who knows the route is free to take a faster group off the front or bypass the Munger 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.

We will follow the traditional route from Lombard to the St. Charles Panera with two other rest stops. I will stick with the posted pace but there will be several sprints. Rain cancels

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. This is a joint Ride with The Naperville Bike Club.

Warm up on Washington, blast up Villa, Wooddale, Tonne, circle Busse Woods and return. One brief socially distant stop. Lights are recommended. Rain cancels.

Mark your calendars! Plan your rides, starting at Madison Meadows in Lombard and plan to attend the club picnic. Madison Meadows is centrally located to many communities and even has frisbee golf baskets for anyone who would like to try. Details on food and catering will be announced once determined

Come out and test your fitness at Hammerfest 2022. There will be several cycling clubs from the Chicago area participating. Free registration, however you must register for this event. I will be at the start at 7:30am with sign-in sheet.
There are no scheduled stops on this ride so please bring enough water and nutrition.

Please go to Christian Cyclist Club website to register:
https://christiancyclist.com/

There will be three group classes:
Group A 21+ Avg. Speed
Group B 19+ Avg. Speed
Group C 16+ Avg. Speed

This is an easy mixed trail ride to St.James Farm and back. Exploring
different trails on the way. It can be shortened to be back at Madison Meadows by 11:30am. Ideal ride for fat bikes or MTB.

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/40619524?privacy_code=BAKGtd6W7IypWPBM

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. Dinner at the New Glarus Hotel. Contact Larry for lodging or other info. This is a joint Ride with The Naperville Bike Club

Ride the scenic hills around New Glarus, Wisconsin. Today's ride is New Glarus to Evansville and back. Sunday brunch at Chalet Landhaus after the ride. Contact Larry for lodging or other info. This is a joint Ride with The Naperville Bike Club

After a 2 year hiatus the Oak Park Cycle Club is hosting their Wright Ride on August 21st. You must register for this ride and the cost increases on August 1st. I plan on riding the 30 mile route. If I miss you at the start you can text or email me with your mileage. Course opens at 8:00 and closes at 3:00. Here is the link to find out more about the ride and to register: https://oakparkcycleclub.org/the-wright-ride.

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!!!!

We will lead a 25-30 mile Road Ride ride at 14-16. Return will be after dark - Bright Front & Rear lights are required! Bright clothing is recommended. Rain Will Cancel - Check the list server!

Moderately fast paced road ride containing several optional sprints with pre-set regroup points. Ride destination will be announced on the list server the day before the ride. Good front and back lights required as we will return after sunset.

Ride features a base portion which is kept at the advertised pace with 4 to 7 optional sprint sections with speeds in the low 20’s up to 30 mph depending on the riders attending that night. All sprint sections have a pre-announced regroup point allowing riders to ride at the base pace or faster if they wish. Routes vary from week to week with the specific route for a given night announced on the list server on the Monday prior to the ride.

Join us for a road ride from Elmhurst to Lombard and back. No rest stops.
I will ride with slowest rider as long as you are not faster than me. Optional springs for faster riders.
Bike lights and reflective clothing important to be seen since days are shorter and sunrise during the ride.
*For those driving to the ride. Park in the Commuter parking on Park Ave across from 180 W Park.
Rain cancels

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!!!!

Join us for a road ride from Elmhurst to Lombard and back. No rest stops.
I will ride with slowest rider as long as you are not faster than me. Optional springs for faster riders.
Bike lights and reflective clothing important to be seen since days are shorter and sunrise during the ride.
*For those driving to the ride. Park in the Commuter parking on Park Ave across from 180 W Park.
Rain cancels

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 and 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 $12 to $17. Expect to be back in Elmhurst around 3:30 PM.

I will stick with the advertised 14-16 MPH pace. This is a conversation paced ride, not a fast ride!

I am sponsoring the EBC participation in Easterseals DuPage & Fox Valley Bike for the Kids ride. Ride day mileage options are 50, 25 and 12 miles all on the Fox River Trail heading north from Elgin. In addition to the Ride Day mileage, you can opt in for the 100 mile challenge by riding your additional miles in August recorded on Strava. Registration and information can be found at https://www.givegab.com/campaigns/bikeforthekids2022. Your mileage will also count as club miles.

Registration is $40 through August 7 and $50 afterwards. If you attend, you can spot me at the ride or send me your miles via email or text.

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!!!!

We will lead a 25-35 mile Road Ride ride at 14-16. Return will be after dark - Bright Front & Rear lights are required! Bright clothing is recommended. Rain Will Cancel - Check the list server!

Moderately fast paced road ride containing several optional sprints with pre-set regroup points. Ride destination will be announced on the list server the day before the ride. Good front and back lights required as we will return after sunset.

Ride features a base portion which is kept at the advertised pace with 4 to 7 optional sprint sections with speeds in the low 20’s up to 30 mph depending on the riders attending that night. All sprint sections have a pre-announced regroup point allowing riders to ride at the base pace or faster if they wish. Routes vary from week to week with the specific route for a given night announced on the list server on the Monday prior to the ride.

Join us for a road ride from Elmhurst to Lombard and back. No rest stops.
I will ride with slowest rider as long as you are not faster than me. Optional springs for faster riders.
Bike lights and reflective clothing important to be seen since days are shorter and sunrise during the ride.
*For those driving to the ride. Park in the Commuter parking on Park Ave across from 180 W Park.
Rain cancels

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!!!!

Bike the Drive returns on Labor Day Weekend. You may ride DuSable Lake Shore Drive from Bryn Mawr to the Museum of Science and Industry. I will be in my New Zealand Jersey at the southeast corner of Jackson and Columbus at 7:00 with the sign-in sheet. If you miss me, just text or email me your miles. You may start any time after 6:30 but closures begin at 10:30. Pre-registration is $51 and date of registration is $70. Here is a link to the event. https://bikethedrive.org/

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!!!!

Moderately fast paced road ride containing several optional sprints with pre-set regroup points. Ride destination will be announced on the list server the day before the ride. Good front and back lights required as we will return after sunset.

Ride features a base portion which is kept at the advertised pace with 4 to 7 optional sprint sections with speeds in the low 20’s up to 30 mph depending on the riders attending that night. All sprint sections have a pre-announced regroup point allowing riders to ride at the base pace or faster if they wish. Routes vary from week to week with the specific route for a given night announced on the list server on the Monday prior to the ride.

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!!!!

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!!!!

On Sunday September 11, 2022 the annual Door County Century will be taking place in Door County WI (3.5 hrs). The routes are 30, 50, 70 and 100 miles.

I have been trying to make the Door County Century part of my end of summer routine for several years as…..

1. The food at the rest stops is of a high quality along with a full catered dinner and beer truck along w/music at the end of the ride,
2. The roads are well-marked,
3. The roads have very little traffic, and
4. The people of Door County are friendly.

Here’s where to sign up:

https://doorcountycentury.com/

Let me know by text or email if you are riding and we can meet the night before.
Will meet you at the start to sign the ride sheet. Text me mileage when completed.

bwetman@gmail.com 847.767.5745

Moderately fast paced road ride containing several optional sprints with pre-set regroup points. Ride destination will be announced on the list server the day before the ride. Good front and back lights required as we will return after sunset.

Ride features a base portion which is kept at the advertised pace with 4 to 7 optional sprint sections with speeds in the low 20’s up to 30 mph depending on the riders attending that night. All sprint sections have a pre-announced regroup point allowing riders to ride at the base pace or faster if they wish. Routes vary from week to week with the specific route for a given night announced on the list server on the Monday prior to the ride.

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!!!!

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!!!!

The North Shore Century is the classic late summer ride with distances up to 100 miles along Lake Michigan and North Shore neighborhoods. Online registration is required. https://www.evanstonbikeclub.org/nsc.
I plan to ride the 62-mile metric century but you may choose any distance. While the course opens at 6:00, I will be at the start between 7:00 and 7:30. I will be wearing my New Zealand jersey so I should be easy to find. You may also text me your name and mileage.

Moderately fast paced road ride containing several optional sprints with pre-set regroup points. Ride destination will be announced on the list server the day before the ride. Good front and back lights required as we will return after sunset.

Ride features a base portion which is kept at the advertised pace with 4 to 7 optional sprint sections with speeds in the low 20’s up to 30 mph depending on the riders attending that night. All sprint sections have a pre-announced regroup point allowing riders to ride at the base pace or faster if they wish. Routes vary from week to week with the specific route for a given night announced on the list server on the Monday prior to the ride.

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!!!!

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!!!!

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.

Registration link: https://www.applecidercentury.com/registration

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. You MUST register for this ride at: https://www.applecidercentury.com/registration

Moderately fast paced road ride containing several optional sprints with pre-set regroup points. Ride destination will be announced on the list server the day before the ride. Good front and back lights required as we will return after sunset.

Ride features a base portion which is kept at the advertised pace with 4 to 7 optional sprint sections with speeds in the low 20’s up to 30 mph depending on the riders attending that night. All sprint sections have a pre-announced regroup point allowing riders to ride at the base pace or faster if they wish. Routes vary from week to week with the specific route for a given night announced on the list server on the Monday prior to the ride.

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!!!!

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!!!!

Morris Corn Fest Parade via I & M Trail. Come and join George and Pussanee on a leisurely ride down the I & M Canal Trail to The Morris Corn Fest Parade. The Morris Corn Fest is a great event, tons of good food, a great parade down main street and really great buttered Sweet Corn! We will plan to arrive in Morris around 1:30pm and stay for about 2.5 hours to eat and watch the Parade. Cross, Hybrid, Mountain, or road bike works. We will take a very short detour on the way out to visit the Historical Burial Site of the legendary Ottawa Indian Shabbona who became the Chief of the Potawatomi Nation. This is a very interesting Cemetery and we will allow a bit of time there. Bring a decent cable and lock. Also handy are walking shoes. Take I 55 S to Exit 248 towards Joilet/Morris, go right on U.S.6 west (Eames St) to S. Center St., left on Center St. which turns into Bridge Street, go past Canal St. and over the Dupage River to Trail Parking on your left. Please register due to distant start.

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!!!!

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!!!!

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!!!!

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!!!!

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!!!!

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!!!!

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!!!!