Ride Library

Name Type Miles Description Author
Fast Sprint Loop training 26 Wed. training ride to Patriot/Lehigh Chris Clary
Patriot Blvd. training 26 Wed. training ride to Patriot/Lehigh/Harlem/Beckwith Rich Baumgarten
Sasha's plus S. Glencoe training Wed. training ride S. Glencoe - Green Bay/Tower/Sheridan Sasha Lacey
Short backwards plus forest preserve training Wed. training ride to Tower/North Branch Trail/Sheridan Chris Clary
Short short backwards training Wed. training ride to Willow/Tower/Hibbard Chris Clary
Shorter Rich's ride training Wed. training ride to Hibbard/Old Glenview/Crawford Rich Baumgarten
Sprint Loop training Wed. training ride to Patriot/Lehigh/Glenview/Hibbard Chris Clary
Run for the L.C. border training Wed. training ride to Green Bay/Lake Cook/Sheridan Chris Clary
Scratching Northbrook training Wed. training ride to Shermer/Willow/Patriot
Glencoe short training 26 Wed. training ride to Glencoe Chris Clary
Glencoe long training Wed. training ride to Glencoe Chris Clary
Backwards plus GB new pavement training 28 Wed. training ride to Green Bay/Tower/Sheridan
Biting off too much for a great hill training 28 Wed. training ride to Green Bay/Ravinia/Sheridan
Catch me if you can training 27 Wed. training ride to Wagner/Happ/Skokie Blvd/Tower
Queens Landing training 20 Wed. training ride - Queens Landing to Jackson Park Jerry Janssen
Sasha's training 27 Wed. training ride Sasha Lacey
Conway Farms training 75 N ride to/from Lake Forest via Sauganash, Morton Grove Glenview, Highland Park and Wilmette (2009 version PDF) Art Gilfand
Surprise Metric Century training 62 N ride from Clock Tower to Botanic Garden and back
You're on your own 2 training 100 NW ride - Do it yourself century from Clock Tower to Long Grove/Wauconda Kathy P
3 Floyds training 60 SE ride to 3 Floyds brewpub in Munster, IN Howard Kaplan
Salt Creek Loop training 60 W ride to Salt Creek forest preserve via Oak Park, Riverside, Western Springs and Berwyn Brian Bird
Waterfall Glen training 75 SW ride to Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve via Oak Park, Riverside, Willow Springs Brian Bird
Long Grove training 71 NW ride to Long Grove Steve Grossman
Conway Farms touring 70 From the Conway Farms with a Glenn ride Art Gilfand
Marktown, Indiana touring 40 Marktown is an historic district in East Chicago, Indiana, designed in 1917 by noted architect Howard Van Doren Shaw. George Vrechek
Bill's Mystery ride touring 61 North ride to Heller Nature Center and Fort Sheridan Bill McLaughlin
Chocolate ride touring 52 Southwest ride including Salt Creek Trail and Riverside Rob Sindelar
Fall Colours tour touring 65 Northwest ride including Sauganash, Northbrook, Ryerson Conservation area, Highland Park and Evanston Art Gilfand
Fort Sheridan touring 40 North ride to Fort Sheridan and Back Howard Kaplan
Home on LaGrange touring 45 Southwest ride to Riverside, Brookfield, LaGrange and back Rob Sindelar
Hyde Park to Aurelio's touring 40 Remote start: Hyde Park. SW ride to Blue Island and Homewood (Aurelio's Pizza) Rob Sindelar
Ice Cream ride touring 60 West and north ride: to Riverside, Elmwood Park, Norwood Park, Skokie, Evanston and back (v2 - 48 mi) Rob Sindelar
Indiana Dunes touring Ride to Indiana Dunes campground, w/addl info on detour to South Bend and Wolf Lake area Rick Harnish
Krispy Kreme touring 38 SW ride to Krispy Kreme and Best Kosher Hot Dogs - multiple versions available (2002 - 31 mi) (2003 - 36 mi) Rob Sindelar
Late Ride touring 30-60 Remote start (Soldier Field - 60 miles, Buckingham Fountain - 30 miles) An alternative to the big LATE ride, visiting many neighborhoods, ending with breakfast - 60 mile riders start earlier and meet 30 mile riders at 2nd start location (2004 - v2) (2005 - v3) Rob Sindelar
Lilacs and Lustrons touring 58 West ride to Lombard: tour of Lustron houses Corina Schusheim
Major Taylor Trail trot touring 53 South ride to Beverly, Major Taylor Trail, return via lakefront Corina Schusheim
Market to Market touring 48 W/NW ride - tour of Chicago farmer's markets in Lincoln Square, Lincoln Park, Garfield Park, and downtown Rob Sindelar
Massa Munch touring 38 West ride to Massa restaurant in Elmwood Park via Pilsen, Douglas Park, Humboldt Park and downtown Corina Schusheim
Pampered Century 2011 touring 100 A beautiful ride from Chandler-Newberger Center in Evanston to the Kenosha Velodrome and back. Art Gilfand
Riverside ride touring 45 West ride to Oak Park, River Forest, Berwyn and Riverside Anne Alt
Route 66 touring 59 Historic Route 66 Rob Sindelar
Run to the Border touring 47 South ride - tour of the south side via Bronzeville, Hyde Park, South Shore to the Indiana border and back, with Mexican lunch Julie Sherman
Sears Kit Homes touring 66 SW ride to Downers Grove to view Sears Kit Homes Corina Schusheim
Salt Creek-Graue Mill touring 61 W/SW ride to Oak Park, River Forest, Berwyn, Riverside, Oak Brook, Graue Mill Brian Bird
Sensational South Side touring 47 South ride to Washington Park, Marquette Park, Major Taylor Trail, Pullman, Burnham Greenway, Calumet Park, Jackson Park Corina Schusheim
South by Southwest touring 46 Remote start: Midway Orange line station SW side ride to Marquette Park, Beverly, Morgan Park Rob Sindelar
Sweet Home Chicago touring 40 West, northwest and downtown ride highlighting landmarks of special interest to chocolate and candy lovers Rob Sindelar
2013 Chicago Cycling Club Web Application launch party meeting 0

2013 Chicago Cycling Club Web Application Launch dinner. The theme, "Ride More, manage less". We'll go through the features, Q&A and have a nice dinner. Thank you all for testing this release. Howard will buy for the first ten people who test the RSVP feature!

 Howard Lo
Fourth Step (and Dark Lord Day) Ride touring 45/70

No, this isn't about making a searching and fearless moral inventory of ourselves.

It's about trying to ride to Three Floyds every month this year.

We'll take the lakefront trail south from the clock tower. If you don't want to start from the clock tower, you can join up anywhere along the lakefront trail. Just let me know where so we can look for you.

Special beer this time: Dark Lord, a gargantuan Russian Imperial Stout with a reverse cascading head that billows the color of burnt oil, like the Dark Lord rising from his black primordial beginnings. Its resonant vinous aroma has been described as cherries, sweet malt, molasses, burnt currants, plums with a port wine alcohol undertow. Mochachino notes buried within. Motor oil consistency. Hellishly yet divinely smooth. The first sip coats your palate with a thick charred fruit and chocolate blanket. Alcohol burn wiggles its way down your throat.

This is the only day this year you can buy Dark Lord. Dark Lord Day is a festival where participants can meet other beer enthusiasts, sample beers from all over the world, eat, listen to live music, and generally have a great time. The festival requires a ticket. No admission will be granted without the original purchaser being present to validate their ticket with their valid state or federal ID. Tickets are non-transferable.

45 mi if you take the Metra back, 70 if you ride both ways. 16-19 mph.

 Robert Hsiung
Fifth Step Ride touring 45/70 mi

No, this isn't about admitting to God, to ourselves, and to another human being the exact nature of our wrongs.

It's about trying to ride to Three Floyds every month this year.

We'll take the lakefront trail south from the Clock Tower. If you don't want to start with us, you can join up anywhere along the trail. Just let me know where so we can look for you.

New beer since last time: Tiberian Inquisitor, a Belgian-style ale aged for one year in French oak.

45 mi if you take the Metra back, 70 if you ride both ways. 16-19 mph.

 Robert Hsiung
Sixth Step Ride touring 45/70 mi

No, this isn't about being entirely ready to have God remove all defects of character.

It's about trying to ride to Three Floyds every month this year.

We'll take the lakefront trail south from the Clock Tower. If you don't want to start with us, you can join up anywhere along the trail. Just let me know where so we can look for you.

I'm thinking this time I might try the crab cake, housemade kimchi, and blood orange open-face sandwich.

45 miles if you take the Metra back, 70 if you ride both ways. 16-20 mph.

 Robert Hsiung
Seventh Step Ride training 45/70 mi

No, this isn't about humbly asking Him to remove our shortcomings.

It's about trying to ride to Three Floyds every month this year.

We'll start by taking the lakefront trail south from the Clock Tower. You can join up anywhere along the trail. Just let me know where so we can look for you.

New beer since last time: Masonic Rite, a Belgian style wit with blood orange, 5.6% ABV 20 IBU, the beer to celebrate a lifetime oath sealed in blood (orange).

45 miles if you take the Metra back, 70 if you ride both ways. 17-20 mph.

 Bob Hsiung
Eighth Step Ride training 45/70 mi

No, this isn't about making a list of all the people we've harmed and becoming willing to make amends to them.

It's about trying to ride to Three Floyds every month this year.

We'll start by taking the lakefront trail south from the Clock Tower. You can join up anywhere along the trail. Just let me know where so we can look for you.

New beer since last time: who knows what they'll come up with!

45 miles if you take the Metra back, 70 if you ride both ways. 17-20 mph.

 Bob Hsiung
Cycle for Change touring Up to 100

If you’re concerned about our climate, want to learn more from experts, help raise awareness and of course have fun, please join us on the second annual Cycle for Change ride from the Lincoln Park Zoo to the Milwaukee County Zoo. This is a ride organized in conjunction with the Lincoln Park Zoo, Brookfield Zoo, Milwaukee Zoo, American Association of Zoo Keepers, Polar Bears International, Chicago Cycling Club and the Evanston Bike Club.

There is a $50.00 ($40.00 for members of the sponsoring organizations) to pay for SAG support. Excess will be donated to Trees for You and Me program (Learn more Polar Bear Forest).

Our ride host will be Philip Fensterer, a zookeeper with the Oregon Zoo and an Artic Ambassador with Polar Bears International.

The ride will start at the Lincoln Park Zoo and will take us along the shores of Lake Michigan with our first stop at Ft. Sheridan for brunch. Then onwards to Kenosha for snacks and finally to the Milwaukee County Zoo for dinner. This is a sag wagon supported ride with snacks, drinks and light mechanical assist.

As a special treat to participants, Philip and the staff at the Brookfield Zoo will give a talk and a special behind the scenes look at the Polar Bear exhibit at the Brookfield Zoo on June 27th at 6:30 PM before the ride. We're limited to 30 people for this special presentation so please RSVP early.

There is a limited number of riders that we can support for the full ride so if you’re interested please RSVP quickly (we’re OK if you withdraw later but we need to get an idea for planning). To RSVP, click on the "RSVP" link at the top of this section.

For questions, send email to Philip Fensterer and Howard Lo at (fensterer3@mac.com;hloworld@gmail.com)

 Howard Lo
Seventh Step Ride + Dot Two Five touring 45/70 mi

No, this isn't about humbly asking Him to remove our shortcomings.

It's about trying to ride to Three Floyds every month this year.

We'll start by taking the lakefront trail south from the Clock Tower. You can join up anywhere along the trail. Just let me know where so we can look for you.

New beer since last time: Urine Trouble, an imperial brett IPA with Simcoe and Chinook hops that give it a "cat peed on the Christmas tree" aroma (only in bombers to go).

45 miles if you take the Metra back, 70 if you ride both ways. 17-20 mph.

 Howard Lo
14th Annual Mosey on to Moody's touring 40

Join Joe Dickstein on a magical mystery tour all over the North side. You'll mosey along a circuitous route: six different bike paths, all the way to the Chicago Botanic Gardens in Glencoe and back. Your reward: a stop at Moody's Pub in Edgewater for burgers and brews at the end.

 Joseph Dickstein
Tenth Step Ride touring 45/70

No, this isn't about continuing to take a personal inventory and when we were wrong promptly admitting it.

It's about trying to ride to Three Floyds every month this year.

We start by taking the lakefront trail south from the Clock Tower. You can join up anywhere along the trail. Just let me know where so we can look for you.

New beer since last time: who knows what they'll come up with!

45 miles total if you take the Metra back, 70 if you ride both ways. 16-19 mph. We don't make many stops. We don't always stay together. My goal is to get there before they open (at noon), so we don't have to wait as long to get in (it's the second-best brewery in the world, so sometimes there's a line). Returning, it's more relaxed. Bring money, a lock, water and snacks to have en route, and panniers for beer you can't get in Chicago.

Online resources: Google map, cue sheet, Metra schedule, Metra rules, and, to save us all a minute at the start, the nifty online CCC waiver.

 Bob Hsiung
Eleventh Step Ride touring 45/70

No, this isn't about seeking through meditation to improve our conscious contact with God as we understand Him and praying only for knowledge of His will for us and the power to carry that out.

It's about trying to ride to Three Floyds every month this year.

We start by taking the lakefront trail south from the Clock Tower. You can join up anywhere along the trail. Just let me know where so we can look for you.

New beer since last time: who knows what they'll come up with!

45 miles total if you take the Metra back, 70 if you ride both ways. 15-18 mph. We don't make many stops. We don't always stay together. My goal is to get there before they open (at noon), so we don't have to wait as long to get in (it's the second-best brewery in the world, so sometimes there's a line). Returning, it's more relaxed. Bring money, a lock, water and snacks to have en route, and panniers for beer you can't get in Chicago.

Online resources: Google map, cue sheet, Metra schedule, Metra rules, and, to save us all a minute at the start, the nifty online CCC waiver.

 Bob Hsiung
Ninth Step Almost-Century touring 45/75/95

No, this isn't about making direct amends to the people we've harmed whenever doing so is possible and won't injure them or others.

It's about trying to ride to Three Floyds every month this year.

September is National Century Month, so this step is a century -- if you ride to and from the start, or if I work another 5 miles into the route.

We start by taking the lakefront trail south from the Clock Tower. You can join up anywhere along the trail. Just let me know where so we can look for you.

New beer since last time: War Mullet, a double IPA that makes you want to grow a mullet (if you don't already have one) and go to war (if you haven't already gone).

35 miles to Three Floyds + 10 miles to Flossmoor Station = 45 miles. Take the Metra Electic home or ride another 30 miles to Brixie's = 75 miles. Take the BNSF home or ride another 20 miles to Revolution, West Lakeview, and back to the clock tower = 95 miles. 15-18 mph. My goal is to get to Three Floyds before they open (at noon) so we don't have to wait as long to get in (it's the second-best brewery in the world, so sometimes there's a line). Bring money, a lock, water and snacks to have en route, panniers for beer you can't get in Chicago, and a light since we're staying out late.

Online resources: Google map (revised 9/24), cue sheet (revised 9/24), Metra Electric Flossmoor schedule, BNSF Brookfield schedule, Metra rules, and, to save us all a minute at the start, the nifty online CCC waiver.

 Bob Hsiung
Twelth Step Winter Solstice Finale touring 45/70 mi

No, this isn't about trying, after having had a spiritual awakening as the result of these Steps, to carry any message to alcoholics, and to practice any principles in our affairs.

It's about trying to ride to Three Floyds every month this year.

We start by taking the lakefront trail south from the Clock Tower. You can join up anywhere along the trail. Just let me know where so we can look for you.

New beer since last time: who knows what they'll come up with!

45 miles total if you take the Metra back, 70 if you ride both ways. 14-17 mph. We don't make many stops. We don't always stay together. My goal is to get there before they open (at noon), so we don't have to wait as long to get in (it's the second-best brewery in the world, so sometimes there's a line). Returning, it's more relaxed. Bring money, a lock, water and snacks to have en route, and panniers for beer you can't get in Chicago.

Online resources: Google map, cue sheet, Metra schedule, Metra rules, and, to save us all a minute at the start, the nifty online CCC waiver.

 Bob Hsiung
Second Step Ride touring 45/70

No, this isn't about coming to believe that a Power greater than ourselves could restore us to sanity.

It's about trying to ride to Three Floyds every month this year. Plus you can qualify for the the F-12 Award. This year, there's a more predictable schedule -- the 4th Saturday of every month -- and others have opportunities to lead, since I won't be able to make it consistently.

The ride takes the lakefront trail south from the Clock Tower. You can join up anywhere along the trail. Just let the group know where so they can look for you.

45 miles total if you take the Metra back from Flossmoor Station, 70 if you ride both ways. 14-17 mph. I like to get there before they open at noon (it's the second-best brewery in the world, so sometimes there's a line). Bring money, a lock, water and snacks to have en route, and panniers for beer you can't get in Chicago.

Online resources: Google map, cue sheet, conversation about this ride, Metra schedule, Metra rules, and, to save a minute at the start, the nifty online CCC waiver.

 Bob Hsiung
Third Step Ride training 45/70

No, this isn't about making a decision to turn our will and our lives over to the care of God as we understand Him.

It's about trying to ride to Three Floyds every month this year. This year, there's a consistent schedule -- the 4th Saturday of every month -- others have opportunities to lead (I can't make it every time), and you can qualify for the the F-12 Award.

The ride takes the lakefront trail south from the Clock Tower. You can join up anywhere along the trail. Just let the group know where so they can look for you.

45 miles total if you take the Metra back, 70 if you ride both ways. 15-18 mph. I like to get there before they open at noon (it's the third-best brewery in the world, so sometimes there's a line). Bring money, government-issued ID, a lock, water and snacks to have en route, and panniers for beer you can't get in Chicago.

Online resources: Google map, cue sheet, conversation about this ride, Metra schedule, Metra rules, and, to save a minute at the start, the nifty online CCC waiver.

 Bob Hsiung
Dark Lord Day (and Fourth Step) Ride touring 45/70 mi

No, this isn't about making a searching and fearless moral inventory of ourselves.

It's about trying to ride to Three Floyds every month this year. Now there's a consistent schedule -- the 4th Saturday of every month -- others have opportunities to lead (I can't make it this time unless a kind soul helps me out with a ticket), and you can qualify for the F-12 Award.

Dark Lord is a gargantuan Russian imperial stout with a reverse cascading head that billows the color of burnt oil, like the Dark Lord rising from his black primordial beginnings. Its resonant vinous aroma is of cherries, sweet malt, molasses, burnt currants, and plums with a port wine undertow. Mochachino notes are buried within. It has the consistency of hellishly yet divinely smooth motor oil. The first sip coats your palate with a thick charred-fruit-and-chocolate blanket. Alcohol burn then wiggles its way down your throat.

Dark Lord Day is a festival where participants can meet other beer enthusiasts, sample beers from all over the world, eat, listen to live music, and generally have a great time. It's also the only day of the year you can buy Dark Lord. The festival requires a ticket (but the ride doesn't). No admission to the festival will be granted without the original purchaser being present to validate their ticket with their state or federal ID. Tickets are non-transferable.

The ride takes the lakefront trail south from the Clock Tower. You can join up anywhere along the trail. Just let the group know where so they can look for you.

45 miles total if you take the Metra back, 70 if you ride both ways. 16-19 mph. Bring money, government-issued ID, a lock, lights if you might stay late, water and snacks to have en route, and panniers for beer you can't get in Chicago.

Online resources: Google map, cue sheet, conversation about this ride, Metra schedule, Metra rules, and, to save a minute at the start, the nifty online CCC waiver.

 Bob Hsiung
Fifth Step Ride touring 45/70 mi

No, this isn't about admitting to God, to ourselves, and to another human being the exact nature of our wrongs.

It's about trying to ride to Three Floyds every month this year. Now there's a consistent schedule -- the 4th Saturday of every month -- others have opportunities to lead (I can't make it every time), and you can qualify for the F-12 Award.

The ride takes the lakefront trail south from the Clock Tower. You can join up anywhere along the trail. Just let the group know where so they can look for you.

45 miles total if you take the Metra back, 70 if you ride both ways. 16-19 mph. I like to get there before they open at noon (it's the third-best brewery in the world, so sometimes there's a line). Bring money, government-issued ID, a lock, water and snacks to have en route, and panniers for beer you can't get in Chicago.

Online resources: Google map, cue sheet, conversation about this ride, Metra schedule, Metra rules, and, to save a minute at the start, the nifty online CCC waiver.

 Bob Hsiung
Sixth Step Ride touring 45/70 mi

No, this isn't about being entirely ready to have God remove all defects of character.

It's about trying to ride to Three Floyds every month this year. Now there's a consistent schedule -- the 4th Saturday of every month -- others have opportunities to lead (I can't make it every time), and you can qualify for the F-12 Award.

The ride takes the lakefront trail south from the Clock Tower. You can join up anywhere along the trail. Just let the group know where so they can look for you.

45 miles total if you take the Metra back, 70 if you ride both ways. 16-20 mph. I like to get there before they open at noon (it's the third-best brewery in the world, so sometimes there's a line). Bring money, government-issued ID, a lock, water and snacks to have en route, and panniers for beer you can't get in Chicago.

Online resources: Google map, cue sheet, conversation about this ride, Metra schedule, Metra rules, and, to save a minute at the start, the nifty online CCC waiver.

 Bob Hsiung
Seventh Step Ride touring 45/70 mi

No, this isn't about humbly asking Him to remove our shortcomings.

It's about trying to ride to Three Floyds every month this year. Now there's a consistent schedule -- the 4th Saturday of every month -- others have opportunities to lead (I can't make it every time), and you can qualify for the F-12 Award.

The ride takes the lakefront trail south from the Clock Tower. You can join up anywhere along the trail. Just let the group know where so they can look for you.

45 miles total if you take the Metra back, 70 if you ride both ways. 17-20 mph. I like to get there before they open at noon (it's the third-best brewery in the world, so sometimes there's a line). Bring money, government-issued ID, a lock, water and snacks to have en route, and panniers for beer you can't get in Chicago.

Online resources: Google map, cue sheet, conversation about this ride, Metra schedule, Metra rules, and, to save a minute at the start, the nifty online CCC waiver.

 Bob Hsiung
The (Fairly) Fast Ride to Hegewisch, Hammond, and Beyond on the new Monon Bike Trail - Part 20 training 50

REMOTE START: Remote Start at 31st Street Beach House.This is the fastest-paced version of the rides to the south this summer and the annual visit to the far south and the 20th in a series of rides through Hegewisch.

We'll head to the most remote corner of Chicago, Hegewisch, founded as a separate town in the 1880s. We'll head down the lakefront and the Burnham Greenway. We'll blow through Hegewisch and continue on to Hammond. We'll navigate through Hammond on the new Monon Bike Trail (which runs along a former rail line) south through Hammond toward Fisher Road in Munster. We'll see how far we get by 10:45 AM and then turn around. We won't be going 15 to 20 the entire time but we will move along as much as possible based on wind and heat. The maximum speed will be around 20. If you think that the pace may be too fast, skip this one. If you think it is too slow, you can go ahead of the group but on your own.

Free parking is usually available on South Rhodes Ave just west of the lakefront and south of 31st Street, or ride your bike to the start to add some more miles to your trip. We'll shoot for getting back around 1 PM, No lunch. Once we get back to the lakefront trail, you can set your own pace the last 5 miles back to 31st Street.

 George Vrechek
Eighth Step Ride touring 45/70 mi

No, this isn't about making a list of all the people we've harmed and becoming willing to make amends to them.

It's about trying to ride to Three Floyds every month this year. Now there's a consistent schedule -- the 4th Saturday of every month -- others have opportunities to lead (I can't make it every time), and you can qualify for the F-12 Award.

The ride takes the lakefront trail south from the Clock Tower. You can join up anywhere along the trail. Just let the group know where so they can look for you.

45 miles total if you take the Metra back, 70 if you ride both ways. 17-20 mph. I like to get there before they open at noon (it's the third-best brewery in the world, so sometimes there's a line). Bring money, government-issued ID, a lock, water and snacks to have en route, and panniers for beer you can't get in Chicago.

Online resources: Google map, cue sheet, conversation about this ride, Metra schedule, Metra rules, and, to save a minute at the start, the nifty online CCC waiver.

 Bob Hsiung
Ninth Step Almost-Century touring 45/75/95 mi

No, this isn't about making direct amends to the people we've harmed whenever doing so is possible and won't injure them or others.

It's about trying to ride to Three Floyds every month this year. Now there's a consistent schedule -- the 4th Saturday of every month -- others have opportunities to lead (I can't make it every time), and you can qualify for the F-12 Award.

September is National Century Month, so this step is a century -- if you ride enough extra to and from the start. The ride takes the lakefront trail south from the Clock Tower. You can join up anywhere along the trail. Just let the group know where so they can look for you.

35 miles to Three Floyds + 10 miles to Flossmoor Station = 45 miles. Take the Metra Electric home or ride another 30 miles to Brixie's = 75 miles. Take the BNSF home or ride another 20 miles to Revolution, West Lakeview Liquors, and back to the clock tower = 95 miles. 15-18 mph. Bring money, government-issued ID, a lock, water and snacks to have en route, and panniers for beer you can't get in Chicago.

Online resources: Google map, cue sheet, conversation about this ride, Metra Electric Flossmoor schedule, BNSF Brookfield schedule, Metra rules, and, to save a minute at the start, the nifty online CCC waiver.

 Bob Hsiung
Tenth Step Ride touring 45/70 mi

No, this isn't about continuing to take personal inventory and promptly admitting when we were wrong.

It's about trying to ride to Three Floyds every month this year! Now there's a consistent schedule -- the 4th Saturday of every month -- others have opportunities to lead (I can't make it every time), and you can qualify for the F-12 Award.

The ride takes the lakefront trail south from the Clock Tower. You can join up anywhere along the trail. Just let the group know where so they can look for you.

45 miles total if you take the Metra back, 70 if you ride both ways. 16-19 mph. I like to get there before they open at noon (it's the third-best brewery in the world, so sometimes there's a line). Bring money, government-issued ID, a lock, water and snacks to have en route, and panniers for beer you can't get in Chicago.

Online resources: Google map, cue sheet, conversation about this ride, Metra Electric Flossmoor schedule, Metra rules, and, to save a minute at the start, the nifty online CCC waiver.

 Bob Hsiung
Eleventh Step Ride touring 45/70

No, this isn't about seeking through meditation to improve our conscious contact with God as we understand Him and praying only for knowledge of His will for us and the power to carry that out.

It's about trying to ride to Three Floyds every month this year! Now there's a consistent schedule -- the 4th Saturday of every month -- others have opportunities to lead (I can't make it every time), and you can qualify for the F-12 Award.

The ride takes the lakefront trail south from the Clock Tower. You can join up anywhere along the trail. Just let the group know where so they can look for you.

45 miles total if you take the Metra back, 70 if you ride both ways. 15-18 mph. I like to get there before they open at noon (it's the third-best brewery in the world, so sometimes there's a line). Bring money, government-issued ID, a lock, lights since it's getting dark in the middle of the afternoon now, water and snacks to have en route, and panniers for beer you can't get in Chicago.

Online resources: Google map, cue sheet, conversation about this ride, Metra schedule, Metra rules, and, to save a minute at the start, the nifty online CCC waiver.

 Bob Hsiung
Twelfth Step Finale touring 45/70

No, this isn't about trying, after having had a spiritual awakening as the result of these Steps, to carry any message to alcoholics, or to practice any principles in all our affairs.

It's about trying to ride to Three Floyds every month this year! Now there's a consistent schedule -- the 4th Saturday of every month -- others have opportunities to lead (I can't make it every time), and you can qualify for the F-12 Award.

The ride takes the lakefront trail south from the Clock Tower. You can join up anywhere along the trail. Just let the group know where so they can look for you.

45 miles total if you take the Metra back, 70 if you ride both ways. 14-17 mph. I like to get there before they open at noon (it's the third-best brewery in the world, so sometimes there's a line). Bring money, government-issued ID, a lock, lights since it's one of the shortest days of the year, water and snacks to have en route, and panniers for beer you can't get in Chicago.

Online resources: Google map, cue sheet, conversation about this ride, Metra schedule, Metra rules, and, to save a minute at the start, the nifty online CCC waiver.

 Bob Hsiung
Second Step Ride touring 45/50/55/70

No, this isn't about coming to believe that a Power greater than ourselves could restore us to sanity.

It's about trying to ride to Three Floyds every month this year! Now there's a consistent schedule -- the 4th Saturday of every month -- others have opportunities to lead (I can't make it every time), and you can qualify for the F-12 Award.

The ride takes the lakefront trail south from the Clock Tower. You can join up anywhere along the trail. Just let the group know so they can look for you.

45 miles total if you ride to Flossmoor Station and take the Metra, 50 if you ride to 93rd and take the Metra or to 100th and take the J14, 55 if you ride to 71st and take the J14, 70 if you ride both ways. 14-17 mph. I like to get there before they open at noon (it's the fourth-best brewery in the world, so sometimes there's a line). Bring money, government-issued ID, a lock, lights since the day is short, water and snacks to have en route, and panniers for beer you can't get in Chicago.

Online resources: Google map, cue sheet, conversation about this ride, Flossmoor Metra train schedule, 93rd St Metra train schedule, Jeffrey Jump (J14) bus schedule, Metra rules, CTA guideand, to save a minute at the start, the nifty online CCC waiver.

 Bob Hsiung
Third Step Ride touring 45/50/55/70 mi

No, this isn't about making a decision to turn our will and our lives over to the care of God as we understand Him.

It's about trying to ride to Three Floyds every month this year. Now there's a consistent schedule -- the 4th Saturday of every month -- others have opportunities to lead (I can't make it every time), and you can qualify for the F-12 Award.

The ride takes the lakefront trail south from the Clock Tower. You can join up anywhere along the trail. Just let the group know where so they can look for you.

45 miles total if you ride to Flossmoor Station and take the Metra, 50 if you ride to 93rd and take the Metra or to 100th and take the J14, 55 if you ride to 71st and take the J14, 70 if you ride both ways. 15-18 mph. I like to get there before they open at noon (it's the fourth-best brewery in the world, so sometimes there's a line). Bring money, government-issued ID, a lock, water and snacks to have en route, and panniers for beer you can't get in Chicago.

Online resources: Google map, cue sheet, conversation about this ride, Flossmoor Metra train schedule, 93rd St Metra train schedule, Jeffrey Jump (J14) bus schedule, Metra policy, CTA guide, and, to save a minute at the start, the nifty online CCC waiver.

 Bob Hsiung
Dark Lord Day (and Fourth Step) Ride touring 45/50/55/70 mi

No, this isn't about making a searching and fearless moral inventory of ourselves.

It's about trying to ride to Three Floyds every month this year. Now there's a consistent schedule -- the 4th Saturday of every month -- others have opportunities to lead (I can't make it every time), and you can qualify for the F-12 Award.

Dark Lord is a gargantuan Russian imperial stout with a reverse cascading head that billows the color of burnt oil, like the Dark Lord rising from his black primordial beginnings. Its resonant vinous aroma is of cherries, sweet malt, molasses, burnt currants, and plums with a port wine undertow. Mochachino notes are buried within. It has the consistency of hellishly yet divinely smooth motor oil. The first sip coats your palate with a thick charred-fruit-and-chocolate blanket. Alcohol burn then wiggles its way down your throat.

Dark Lord Day is a festival where participants can meet other beer enthusiasts, sample beers from all over the world, eat, listen to live music, and generally have a great time. It's also the only day of the year you can buy Dark Lord. The festival requires a ticket (but the ride doesn't). No admission to the festival will be granted without the original purchaser being present to validate their ticket with their state or federal ID or passport. Tickets are non-transferable.

The ride takes the lakefront trail south from the Clock Tower. You can join up anywhere along the trail. Just let the group know where so they can look for you.

45 miles total if you ride to Flossmoor Station and take the Metra, 50 if you ride to 93rd and take the Metra or to 100th and take the J14, 55 if you ride to 71st and take the J14, 70 if you ride both ways. 16-19 mph. Bring money, government-issued ID, a lock, lights if you might stay late, water and snacks to have en route, and panniers for beer you can't get in Chicago.

Online resources: Google map, cue sheet, conversation about this ride, Flossmoor Metra train schedule, 93rd St Metra train schedule, Jeffrey Jump (J14) bus schedule, Metra policy, CTA guide, and, to save a minute at the start, the nifty online CCC waiver.

 Bob Hsiung
Fifth Step Ride touring 45/50/55/70 mi

No, this isn't about admitting to God, to ourselves, and to another human being the exact nature of our wrongs.

It's about trying to ride to Three Floyds every month this year. Now there's a consistent schedule -- the 4th Saturday of every month -- others have opportunities to lead (I can't make it every time), and you can qualify for the F-12 Award.

The ride takes the lakefront trail south from the Clock Tower. You can join up anywhere along the trail. Just let the group know where so they can look for you.

45 miles total if you ride to Flossmoor Station and take the Metra, 50 if you ride to 93rd and take the Metra or to 100th and take the J14, 55 if you ride to 71st and take the J14, 70 if you ride both ways. 16-19 mph. I like to get there before they open at noon (it's the fourth-best brewery in the world, so sometimes there's a line). Bring money, government-issued ID, a lock, water and snacks to have en route, and panniers for beer you can't get in Chicago.

Online resources: Google map, cue sheet, conversation about this ride, Flossmoor Metra train schedule, 93rd St Metra train schedule, Jeffrey Jump (J14) bus schedule, Metra policy, CTA guide, and, to save a minute at the start, the nifty online CCC waiver.

 Bob Hsiung
Sixth Step Ride touring 45/50/55/70 mi

No, this isn't about being entirely ready to have God remove all defects of character.

It's about trying to ride to Three Floyds every month this year. Now there's a consistent schedule -- the 4th Saturday of every month -- others have opportunities to lead (I can't make it every time), and you can qualify for the F-12 Award.

The ride takes the lakefront trail south from the Clock Tower. You can join up anywhere along the trail. Just let the group know where so they can look for you.

45 miles total if you ride to Flossmoor Station and take the Metra, 50 if you ride to 93rd and take the Metra or to 100th and take the J14, 55 if you ride to 71st and take the J14, 70 if you ride both ways. 16-20 mph. I like to get there before they open at noon (it's the fourth-best brewery in the world, so sometimes there's a line). Bring money, government-issued ID, a lock, water and snacks to have en route, and panniers for beer you can't get in Chicago.

Online resources: Google map, cue sheet, conversation about this ride, Flossmoor Metra train schedule, 93rd St Metra train schedule, Jeffrey Jump (J14) bus schedule, Metra policy, CTA guide, and, to save a minute at the start, the nifty online CCC waiver.

 Bob Hsiung
Breakfast Club for June touring miles

If you like to eat, ride a bike, meet new people, explore different parts of the city, but dedicate only half a day doing it at a time, this series of group bicycle rides is for you!  The "Breakfast Club" will ride at a moderatel pace to a different neighborhood, stop for breakfast at a pre-selected restaurant, and be back around noon.

Join us as we ride to  Elly's Pancake House, 1624 Milwaukee Ave, Glenview, www.ellysglenview.com.  This will be a longer ride to the suburbs so make sure you are prepared for a longer, faster ride and fuel up before coming out to ride.  Bring money for breakfast, a lock for your bike and a helmet for your head. 

 Sharon Kaminecki
Monday South Shore Fitness Ride training 20

This is a weekly one plus hour fitness ride right after work. We'll depart from Roosevelt Road underpass sharply at the Start Time and ride at a brisk pace to the South Shore Cultural Center and return. Note that the Start Time is seasonal as we would like to finish before it gets dark.

This ride is geared towards riders who are looking to stay fit (should work well if you're training for your first century or triathlon) and can use the encouragement from a group to push just "a little harder". As the season progresses we can move off the Lake Front trail to work on more speed and technique. Road bike only.

Because the Lake Front trail has pedestrians, we're limiting the group to ten riders for safety. Please RSVP.

Routes

Roosevelt Road Underpass to South Shore Cultural Center

Roosevelt Road Underpass to South Shore Cultural Center (alternate return)

 Howard Lo
Breakfast Club for July touring miles

If you like to eat, ride a bike, meet new people, explore different parts of the city, but dedicate only half a day doing it at a time, this series of group bicycle rides now in it's 4th year is for you!  The "Breakfast Club" will ride at a casual pace to a different neighborhood, stop for breakfast at a pre-selected restaurant, and be back around noon.

The "Breakfast Club" is a social gathering open to all.  Join us as we ride to Tony's Breakfast Cafe, 9414 Ogden Ave, Brookfield, Illinois, www.tonysofbrookfield.com.  This will be a longer ride to the suburbs so fuel up before coming out.  Bring cash for breakfast, a lock for your bike and a helmet for your head.

 

 Sharon Kaminecki
Eighth Step Ride touring 45/50/55/70 mi

No, this isn't about making a list of all the people we've harmed and becoming willing to make amends to them.

It's about trying to ride to Three Floyds every month this year! Now there's a consistent schedule -- the 4th Saturday of every month -- others have opportunities to lead (I can't make it every time), and you can qualify for the F-12 Award.

The ride takes the lakefront trail south from the Clock Tower. You can join up anywhere along the trail. Just let the group know where so they can look for you.

45 miles total if you ride to Flossmoor Station and take the Metra, 50 if you ride to 93rd and take the Metra or to 100th and take the J14, 55 if you ride to 71st and take the J14, 70 if you ride both ways. 17-20 mph. I like to get there before they open at 11:00 (it's the fourth-best brewery in the world, so sometimes there's a line). Bring money, government-issued ID, a lock, water and snacks to have en route, and panniers for beer you can't get in Chicago.

Online resources: Google map, cue sheet, conversation about this ride,

Bob Hsiung
Ninth Step Almost-Century touring 45/75/95 mi

No, this isn't about making direct amends to the people we've harmed whenever doing so is possible and won't injure them or others.

 Bob Hsiung
nth ep ost-ury pre-ride touring 50 pre-ride the second half of the Ninth Step Almost-Century. meet at 10:15, catch the 10:30 metra to Flossmoor Station, ride to Brixie's, Revolution, and West Lakeview, finish at the clock tower = 50 miles. 15-18 mph. Bob Hsiung
Tenth Step Ride touring 45/50/55/70 mi

No, this isn't about continuing to take personal inventory and promptly admitting when we were wrong.

It's about trying to ride to Three Floyds every month this year! Now there's a consistent schedule -- the 4th Saturday of every month -- others have opportunities to lead (I can't make it every time), and you can qualify for the F-12 Award.

The ride takes the lakefront trail south from the Clock Tower. You can join up anywhere along the trail. Just let the group know where so they can look for you.

45 miles total if you ride to Flossmoor Station and take the Metra, 50 if you ride to 93rd and take the Metra or to 100th and take the J14, 55 if you ride to 71st and take the J14, 70 if you ride both ways. 16-19 mph. I like to get there before they open at 11:00 (it's the fourth-best brewery in the world, so sometimes there's a line). Bring money, government-issued ID, a lock, lights since it's getting dark early, water and snacks to have en route, and panniers for beer you can't get in Chicago.

Online resources: Google map, cue sheet, conversation about this ride, Flossmoor Metra Electric train schedule, 93rd St Metra train schedule, Jeffrey Jump (J14) bus schedule, Metra policy, CTA guide, and, to save a minute at the start, the nifty online CCC waiver.

 Bob Hsiung
Monday Night Intro to Group Rides training 25

Curious to find out what training rides are all about - but aren't sure if you can ride at 25 mph? Here's your chance. This ride has the look and feel of a training ride, but at a slower pace. Emphasis will be placed on smooth riding techniques, paceline etiquette, practice sprints and building confidence on the open road. There may be a few designated sprint areas; however, we will always regroup before heading on. 

These first few weeks will get dark quickly so lights are mandatory. If you have never ridden in a group before we focus on steady, smooth riding and utilizing a rotating double paceline (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ow_ndVj5oME). Weather is predicted to be about 56 degrees Farenheit and there is a 60% chance of rain. Due to the introductory nature of this ride and the early darkness the ride may be cancelled for safety's sake if the forecast does not look very promising. I should post any cancellation by 1 PM the day of the ride if applicable. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions!


Note: Please be sure your tires are pumped to right pressure and wear a helmet. Lighting is also recommended for early season rides, gets dark fast.

 

Some items to bring with you:

Pump or C02 cartridge + chuck

Spare tube

Basic bike tool (allen keys and such)

helmet

water/snack

 

Some items to bring with you:

Pump or C02 cartridge + chuck

Spare tube

Basic bike tool (allen keys and such)

helmet

water/snack
Roland Varriale
Wednesday Morning Show & Go touring 30-50 miles

Join us for a weekday workout touring ride along city streets.  Expect a shorter ride on those brutally hot days and longer rides on cooler days and as the leader gets into shape.  In general, there will be a short break around the 15-30 mile mark and a longer break for lunch when applicable.  Bring snacks and water.  Ride leaves at 9 AM sharp.  Please be at the start location at 8:45 AM for sign-in.  Note that the leader can't always make the ride.  To verify if the leader will show up, call, email, or check this ride notice the morning of the ride.  My e-mail is in the directory.  Helmet and functional bike required.

 Take Yamamoto
Pop -Up Ride: Highland Park touring 30/50

Join me for a pop-up ride to Highland Park for lunch at Simple Greek (other choised are nearby).  Pop-up rides are rides that appear aout of nowhere.  Usually these will be posted early the morning of the ride.  On weekdays, the ride length will vary from 30-50 miles.  If it is hot, the ride will be around 30 miles.  The pace will generally be 15-17 mph, but will increase to 18-20 in stretches where there are not turns as I try to become a stronger rider.  In general, there will be a short break between 15-30 miles and a longer break for lunch when applicable.  Lunch will generally occur for rides over 30 miles.  Please be at the start location at the start time for sign-in.  The ride will start 15 minutes later on the dot.

Please print out the route sheet and bring it with you.

 Take Yamamoto
Pop-up Ride: Mitsuwa touring 50

Join me for a pop-up ride to have lunch at Mitsuwa, the Japanese grocery store in Arlington Heights.  Pop-up rides are rides that appear out of nowhere.  Usually these will be posted early the morning of the ride.  On weekdays, the ride length will vary from 30-50 miles.  If it is hot, the ride will be around 30 miles.  The pace will genearlly be 15-17 mph, but will increase to 18-20 in stretches where there are no turns as I try to become a stronger rider.  In general, there will be a short break between 15-30 miles and a longer break for lunch when applicalble.  Lunch will genearlly occur for rides over 30 miles.  Please be at the start location at the start time for sign-in.  The ride will start 15 minutes later on the dot.

Please bring the route sheet by clicking on the link below.

 Take Yamamoto
Pop-up Ride: Highland Park touring 30/50

Join me for a pop-up ride to Highland Park for lunch at Simple Greek (other choised are nearby).  Pop-up rides are rides that appear aout of nowhere.  Usually these will be posted early the morning of the ride.  On weekdays, the ride length will vary from 30-50 miles.  If it is hot, the ride will be around 30 miles.  The pace will generally be 15-17 mph, but will increase to 18-20 in stretches where there are no turns as I try to become a stronger rider.  In general, there will be a short break between 15-30 miles and a longer break for lunch when applicable.  Lunch will generally occur for rides over 30 miles.  Please be at the start location at the start time for sign-in.  The ride will start 15 minutes later on the dot.

Please print out the route sheet and bring it with you.

 Take Yamamoto
Wednesday Morning Workout: Highland Park touring 30/50

Join me for a weekly Wednesday workout ride.  Destinations may vary and are noted in the title of the ride.  Note that sometimes the leader can't make it.  Check the website around 7:30 am the morning of the ride for cancellations.  The ride length will vary from 30-50 miles.  If it is hot, the ride will be around 30 miles.  The pace will generally be 15-17 mph, but will increase to 18-20 in stretches where there are no turns.  In general, there are no breaks except for lunch.  Lunch will generally occur for rides over 30 miles. Be at the start location at the start time for sign-in.  The ride will start 15 minutes later on the dot.

Please print out the route sheet and bring it with you.

 Take Yamamoto
Wednesday Morning Workout Ride: Highland Park touring 50

Join me for a weekly Wednesday workout ride.  Destinations may vary and are noted in the title of the ride.  Note that sometimes the leader can't make it.  Check the website around 7:30 am the morning of the ride for cancellations.  The ride length will vary from 30-50 miles.  If it is hot, the ride will be around 30 miles.  The pace will generally be 15-17 mph, but will increase to 18-20 in stretches where there are no turns.  In general, there are no breaks except for lunch.  Lunch will generally occur for rides over 30 miles. Be at the start location at the start time for sign-in.  The ride will start 15 minutes later on the dot.

Please print out the route sheet and bring it with you.

 Take Yamamoto
Wednesday Morning Workout Ride: Highland Park touring 50

Join me for a weekly Wednesday workout ride.  Destinations may vary and are noted in the title of the ride.  Note that sometimes the leader can't make it.  Check the website around 7:30 am the morning of the ride for cancellations.  The ride length will vary from 30-50 miles.  If it is hot, the ride will be around 30 miles.  The pace will generally be 15-17 mph, but will increase to 18-20 in stretches where there are no turns.  In general, there are no breaks except for lunch.  Lunch will generally occur for rides over 30 miles. Be at the start location at the start time for sign-in.  The ride will start 15 minutes later on the dot.

Please print out the route sheet and bring it with you.

 Take Yamamoto
Friday Morning Workout: Highland Park touring 30/50

Join me for a Friday morning workout ride to Highland Park for lunch.  Note that sometimes the leader can't make it.  Check the website around 7:30 am the morning of the ride for cancellations.  There is an optional 30 mile route that turns around before Highland Park, but no leader will be present for the return triip.   The pace will generally be 15-17 mph, but will increase to 18-20 in stretches where there are no turns.  In general, there are no breaks except for lunch.  Be at the start location at the start time for sign-in.  The ride will start 15 minutes later on the dot.

Please print out the route sheet and bring it with you.

 Take Yamamoto
Wednesday Morning Workout Ride: Highland Park touring 50

Join me for a weekly Wednesday workout ride.  Destinations may vary and are noted in the title of the ride.  Note that sometimes the leader can't make it.  Check the website around 7:30 am the morning of the ride for cancellations.  The ride length will vary from 30-50 miles.  If it is hot, the ride will be around 30 miles.  The pace will generally be 15-17 mph, but will increase to 18-20 in stretches where there are no turns.  In general, there are no breaks except for lunch.  Lunch will generally occur for rides over 30 miles. Be at the start location at the start time for sign-in.  The ride will start 15 minutes later on the dot.

Please print out the route sheet and bring it with you.

 Take Yamamoto
Wednesday Afternoon Workout touring 30

Join me for a Wednesday afternoon workout ride to Wilmette.  Note that sometimes the leader can't make it.  Check the website around 7:30 am the morning of the ride for cancellations.  The pace will generally be 15-17 mph, but will increase to 18-20 in stretches where there are no turns.   No rest stops are planned.  Be at the start location at the start time for sign-in.  The ride will start 15 minutes later on the dot.

Please print out the route sheet and bring it with you.

 Take Yamamoto
Wednesday Afternoon Workout touring 30

Join me for a Wednesday afternoon workout ride to Wilmette.  Note that sometimes the leader can't make it.  Check the website around 7:30 am the morning of the ride for cancellations.  The pace will generally be 15-17 mph, but will increase to 18-20 in stretches where there are no turns.   No rest stops are planned.  Be at the start location at the start time for sign-in.  The ride will start 15 minutes later on the dot.

Please print out the route sheet and bring it with you.

 Take Yamamoto
Wednesday Afternoon Workout Ride touring 15

Join me for a Wednesday afternoon workout ride.  Note that sometimes the leader can't make it.  Check the website around 7:30 am the morning of the ride for cancellations.   No rest stops are planned.  Be at the start location at the start time for sign-in.  The ride will start 15 minutes later on the dot.  In the case of inclement weather or icy conditions, the ride will be cancelled.

 Take Yamamoto