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Define your Bicycle-Friendly Michigan at the: Michigan Bicycle Summit March 25 & 26, 2011 - Lansing, MI Featuring: Jim Sayer - Adventure Cycling Assoc. Gregory Johnson - MDOT 21 Workshops www.LMB.org League of Michigan Bicyclists LMB Events The League of Michigan Bicyclists (LMB) is a non-profit, state- wide membership organization that promotes bicycling and Join us in 2011 as we bicycle down Michigan’s canopied forest the safety of bicyclists on the roadways in Michigan highways, past beautiful inland lakes and along picturesque Great Lakes’ shorelines. We’ll show you breathtaking scenery, LMB Board: Vic Lukasavitz, Treasurer – Region 9 magnificent beaches, unique shoreline communities and pictur- Steven Roach – Region 1 Cliff Miller – Region 10 esque lighthouses. Michael Sproul – Region 2 Mike Sheean – Region 11 Colleen Brown – Region 3 Dave Bourgeault – Region 12 LMB’s Bicycle Tours are a major source of funding for the Jim Carpenter, Chair – Region 4 League’s efforts to promote bicycling and the safety of bicyclists Paul Alman – Region 5 LMB Staff: on the roadways in Michigan. In addition to our Tours, LMB also Rory Neuner, Vice Chair – Region 6 Rich Moeller – Executive Director hosts the Michigan Bicycle Summit and an annual Advocacy Day Mike Boersma – Region 7 John Lindenmayer – Associate Director held at the State Capitol. You can support LMB’s bicycle educa- Barbara Schmid, Secretary – Region 8 tion and advocacy efforts by attending events labeled through- out this publication with a blue “LMB Event” box.
$1-Per-Rider Events Find us at www.LMB.org In 2011, 25 events have pledged to donate $1 to the LMB for every event participant. We are extremely grateful to the par- Michigan Ride Calendar ticipating rides for their generous contributions to our efforts to promote bicycling and increase the safety of bicyclists on the roadways in Michigan. These dollars add up quickly, providing LMB with much needed funds that help with our education and advocacy efforts. By choosing $1-Per-Rider Events this season, you will be supporting LMB’s efforts to make Michigan a safer state for bicyclists. The complete list of participating $1-Per- Rider Events is listed on the next page and are highlighted The Michigan Ride Calendar continues to be LMB’s signature publication and an throughout this publication in red. essential resource for bicycle enthusiasts in Michigan and beyond. With support from the Michigan Department of Transportation and our advertisers, LMB annually publishes and distributes 45,000 Ride Calendars. The 2011 Ride Calendar lists over LMB Member Events 290 Michigan bicycling events. LMB member clubs, shops and organizations host many fantas-
tic bicycle events each year in Michigan. We strongly encourage Ride Calendars are mailed to all LMB members. This publication is also available at you to support the groups that support us. Look for events all MDOT Welcome Centers, Convention & Visitors Bureaus, bicycle clubs and shops, throughout this publication with a LMB logo next to them. and at numerous bicycle-related events throughout the year. Becoming a League member ensures that full-time bicycle- advocacy professionals are protecting your interests, keeping Ride Calendar Online the roads open to bicyclists and working to educate government The online version of the Ride Calendar is updated regularly by event organizers on and the public about the benefits of cycling and the rights of bicyclists. Learn more about League membership at: www. the LMB website at: www.LMB.org/ridecal.htm. LMB.org/membership.htm or join today by using the form on the inside back cover. The next page lists current LMB member 2012 Ride Calendar Submissions clubs, shops, and organizations as of 1/1/11. Event Submissions: Rides and other bicycle-related events must be submitted to the LMB website by October 31st in order to be included in the 2012 publication. Advertising: Reach 45,000 bicycle enthusiasts! To learn more about advertis- Legend ing opportunities in the 2012 Ride Calendar and other LMB publications; (NAME IN RED) $1-PER-RIDER EVENT (DONATES $1-PER-RIDER TO LMB) contact John Lindenmayer by phone at: 1-888-642-4537 or email at: LMB EVENT [email protected]. LMB EVENTS (ALL PROCEEDS SUPPORT LMB PROGRAMS)
Credits LMB MEMBER EVENT Design & Layout: John Lindenmayer Illustration: Cover art and Lucinda Means Bicycle Advocacy Day art by Steven Valenziano, stevenwithav.net DOE: DAY OF EVENT REGISTRATION You may reproduce text from this document if you give written credit to: “League of Michigan Bicyclists (www.LMB.org)” SAG: SUPPORT ASSISTANCE GROUP (SUPPORT VEHICLES &/OR STAFFED REST STOPS)
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TOURS & EVENTS 3/25-3/26 MICHIGAN BICYCLE SUMMIT 8/6 - 8/15 25TH ANNUAL SHORELINE (3, 6 & 9-DAY OPTIONS) One of the easiest ways to support LMB’s 5/25 LUCINDA MEANS BICYCLE WEST mission to promote bicycling and the safety of bicyclists ADVOCACY DAY 8/26 - 8/28 WINNING CAMPAIGNS TRAINING on the roadways of Michigan is by participating in our events. Look for the blue box throughout for LMB 6/4 -6/5 PEDAL & PADDLE BICYCLE TOUR 10/7 - 10/09 SUNRISE ADVENTURE sponsored events, including our popular bicycle tours. 6/16 -6/23 10TH ANNUAL MUP TOUR BICYCLE TOUR (MICHIGAN’S UPPER PENINSULA)
2011 $1 PER RIDER EVENTS 6/26 TOUR DI LAGO - Port Austin LMB salutes this year’s $1-Per-Rider Events. $1 8/21 MOST (MUSKEGON OCEANA from every rider is donated to LMB’s efforts to make 7/10 17TH ANNUAL COVERED SCENIC TOUR) - Montague Michigan a safe bicycling state. We encourage you to BRIDGE BIKE TOUR - Lowell 8/21 ASSENMACHER 100 - Swartz Creek support our supporters by participating in the follow- 7/16 HOLLAND HUNDRED - Holland ing rides listed in red throughout this publication. 8/21 BIKE BENZIE TOUR - Thompsonville 7/17 RIDE AROUND TORCH (RAT) - Elk Rapids 9/09 LABOR DAY 30K CYCLE CROSS & FAT TIRE RIDE - Milford 7/30 CASS RIVER HABITAT’S RIDE 5/1 METRO GRAND SPRING TH TOUR - New Boston, Willow Metropark FOR HOME - 8 ANNUAL - Vassar 9/11 MICHIGAN PINK TOUR - Oxford
5/15 MSU FARM DAZE TOUR - E. Lansing 7/31 BLACK BEAR BICYCLE TOUR - Grayling 9/17 CLINTON RIVER TRAIL z FALL CLASSIC - Auburn Hills
5/29 GRAN FONDO DI THUMB - Frankenmuth 8/6 9TH ANNUAL TOUR DES LACS - Fenton 9/24 ALGONAC CHAMBER 6/11 HUMAN POWERED RALLY - Waterford 8/20 MAD RIDE - Ludington BIKE TOUR - Algonac
6/18 PEDAL ACROSS LOWER 8/20 11-LEGGED LAKE TOUR - Elk Rapids 10/2 BLUE WATER RAMBLE - St. Clair MICHIGAN (PALM) - Ludington 8/20 ONE DAY RIDE ACROSS 10/15 COLORBURST BICYCLE TOUR - Lowell 6/18 PUMPKINVINE BIKE RIDE - Goshen, IN MICHIGAN - Montague
LMB MEMBER CLUBS, LMB MEMBER ORGANIZATIONS LMB MEMBER CLUBS SHOPS & ORGANIZATIONS • Alzheimer’s Association - Michigan • Big Rapids Bicycle Club - Big Rapids LMB graciously acknowledges the • American Diabetes Association - Bingham Farms • Cherry Capital Cycling Club - Traverse City • Ann Arbor Center for Independent Living - Ann Arbor • Clinton River Riders Bicycle Club - Fraser support of our members. • Associated Charities of Lenawee County - Adrian • Cycling Saddlemen Bicycle Club - Dearborn • Benzie County CVB - Benzonia • Downriver Cycling Club - Trenton • Benzie Sunrise Rotary Club - Beulah • Easy Riders Bicycle Club - Grosse Point LMB MEMBER SHOPS • Berrien County Cancer Service - Stevensville • Genesee Wanderers Bicycle Club - Flint • Bike4BreastCancer - East Jordan • Huron Valley Running Club - Milford • Al Petri & Sons Cycling - Woodhaven • Boyne Valley Lions Club - Boyne City • Kalamazoo Bicycle Club - Kalamazoo • Al Petri & Sons Inc - Lincoln Park • Briggs Colegrove, P.C. Attorneys at Law - Detroit • Keweenaw Trekkers - Hancock • Alger Cycling & Fitness - Kentwood • Cass River Habitat for Humanities - Vassar • Macatawa Cycling Club* - Holland • American Cycle and Fitness - Grosse Pointe Woods, Grosse • Danto & Company - Detroit • Michiana Bicycle Association - Granger, IN Pointe Park, Kentwood, Royal Oak, Sterling Heights, Commerce • Dickinson County Bike Path • MI Human Powered Vehicle Assoc. - St Clair Shores • BFF Trike LCC - Shelby Township • FACVB Bicycle Committee - Flint • Michigan United Tandem Society* - Grand Rapids • Breakaway Bicycles - Portage • Four Seasons Lodging & Breakfast - Ludington • Miller Canfield Cyclists- Detroit • Continental Bike Shop * - Hazel Park • Frankenmuth Bavarian Inn - Frankenmuth • Friends of the Clinton River Trail - Rochester Hills • North Country Bicycle Club - Boyne City • Denny’s Central Park Bicycles - Okemos • Pine Grove Athletic Club - Cadillac • Hamilton Bicycles & Outfitters - Richmond • Friends of the Pere Marquette Rail Trail - Midland • Friends of the Pumpkinvine Nature Trail, Inc. - Goshen, IN • Rapid Wheelmen Inc - Grand Rapids • Holland Cycle - Holland • Shoreline Cycling Club - Ludington • House of Wheels Inc. - Owosso • Friends Promoting Port Austin - Port Austin • Grayling Rotary Club - Grayling • Slow Spokes Bicycle Club - Sterling Heights • Macomb Bike & Fitness - Warren • The Kickstand Schwinn Cyclery - Sturgis • Motorless Motion, Inc - Mt. Pleasant • Habitat for Humanity of St Joseph Co. - Three Rivers • Hands Extended Loving People - HELP - Ludington • Three Oaks Spokes Inc. - Three Oaks • MSU Bikes - E. Lansing • Tri-City Cyclists - Midland • On Two Wheels - Jackson • Hospice of Lenawee - Adrian • Hostelling International - Toledo - Toledo, OH • Tri-County Bicycle Association - Lansing • P & T Fitness - Jackson • Mackinaw City Chamber of Commerce - Mackinaw City • Washtenaw Biking & Walking Coalition - Ann Arbor • Pro Sports & Cycle - Sault Ste Marie • Make-A-Wish Foundation of Michigan - Grand Rapdis • West Michigan Coast Riders - Muskegon • Rock ‘n’ Road Cycle - Grand Haven • McPhee Electric - Charlotte • Wolverbents Recumbent Cyclists - Ypsilanti • Spin Bicycle Shop - Lansing • Michigan Pink Tour - Oxford • Wolverine Sports Club - Royal Oak • Team Active - Battle Creek • Michigan Trails & Greenways Alliance - Lansing • The Hub - Detroit • National 24 Hour Challenge - Grand Rapids • Tim’s Bike Shop - St. Clair Shores • National Multiple Sclerosis Society - Dimondale • Velo City Cycles - Holland • Pedal Across Lower Michigan (PALM) - Ann Arbor • Village Cyclery - Schoolcraft • Paw Paw Service League - Paw Paw Not a LMB member yet? • Wheelhouse Detroit - Detroit • Pittsfield Charter Twp. Parks & Rec. - Ann Arbor • Zeeland Schwinn Cycle & Fitness - Zeeland • Programs to Educate All Cyclists (PEAC) - Saline Need to renew? • Shuttleguy Tours - Dodgeville • TART Trails - Traverse City Join/renew today using the application form on * Lifetime Members • The Greenway Collaborative - Ann Arbor the inside back cover or at: • Tour De Livingston - Howell www.LMB.org/membership.htm • Two Bicycles & a Map - Madison, WI
2 MBRA 2011 ROAD RACING SCHEDULE C = criterium Recognized by the United States Olympic Committee and USA Cycling, V = velodrome (track) CR = circuit race CX = cyclocross the Michigan Bicycle Racing Association (MBRA) is the governing RR = road race TOUR = tour (non-competitive) body that oversees the sanctioning of 35+ competitive and non- TT = time trial competitive events throughout Michigan each year. Additionally, Michigan Challenge Schedule updates and more info at: MBRA works to identify, develop, and support Michigan cyclists (A season long race series. Points are given to the top 15 placed riders in each www.mbra.org through various initiatives and programs. category and at the end of the season the leader of the series is declared the winner.)
DATE EVENT TYPE CITY PROMOTER/CLUB WEBSITE MARCH 26 FRCC Spring Fling # 1 CR Waterford Flying Rhino CC www.flyingrhinocc.com 27 Fisk Knob TT TT Grand Rapids River City Velo Club www.fusioncycling.org 27 AAVC STS #1 C Ann Arbor AAVC Juniors Team www.aavc.org APRIL 2 FRCC Spring Fling # 2 CR Waterford Flying Rhino CC www.flyingrhinocc.com 3 AAVC STS #2 C Ann Arbor AAVC Juniors Team www.aavc.org 9 FRCC Spring Fling # 3 CR Waterford Flying Rhino CC www.flyingrhinocc.com 10 AAVC STS #3 C Ann Arbor AAVC Juniors Team www.aavc.org 17 AAVC STS #4 C Ann Arbor AAVC Juniors Team www.aavc.org FRCC "Thursday Night Worlds" Summer Series: 21 CR Waterford Flying Rhino CC www.flyingrhinocc.com April 21, May 2,16, June 2,16, 30, July 14, 28, August 11, 25 30 Willow Time Trial TT New Boston Frederic James LLC www.fredericjames.com/events/ MAY 1 AAVC Road Race RR Ann Arbor Ann Arbor Velo Club www.aavc.org 7 Tour of Kensington Valley RR Milford Huron Valley Athletic Club www.milfordcrit.org 21 GRBC TT TT Grand Rapids GRBC grandrapidsbicycles.com 21 MBRA Talent Pool TT Velodrome @ Bloomer Park TT Rochester Velodrome @ Bloomer Park www.velodromeatbloomerpark.com 28 Das Tour de Frankenmuth RR Frankenmuth Tri-City Cyclists www.tourdefrankenmuth.com 29 Gran Fondo di Thumb TOUR Frankenmuth Tri-City Cyclists www.tourdefrankenmuth.com JUNE 4 West Branch Classic Road Race RR West Branch MPI-Main Street www.westbranchclassic.com 5 West Branch Classic Criterium C West Branch MPI-Main Street www.westbranchclassic.com 10 NAS-TRACK TEAM RACE #1 V Rochester Velodrome @ Bloomer Park www.velodromeatbloomerpark.com 10 Le Tour de Mont Pleasant - Prologue TT TT Mt Pleasant Mid-Michigan Cyclists www.tourdemontpleasant.com 11 Le Tour de Mont Pleasant - Criterium C Mt Pleasant Mid-Michigan Cyclists www.tourdemontpleasant.com 12 Le Tour de Mont Pleasant - Road Race RR Mt Pleasant Mid-Michigan Cyclists www.tourdemontpleasant.com 17 NAS-TRACK TEAM RACE #2 V Rochester Velodrome @ Bloomer Park www.velodromeatbloomerpark.com 18 Duck Lake Beach TT - State TT Championship TT Muskegon West Michigan Coast Riders www.wmcoastriders.org 24-26 UIV/IVBP 3-Day Medison Championships V Rochester Velodrome @ Bloomer Park www.velodromeatbloomerpark.com 24 Superior Bike Fest - Downtown Criterium C Marquette Kitch-Mi-Kana www.superiorbikefest.com 25 Superior Bike Fest - Marquette Co. Road Race RR Marquette Kitch-Mi-Kana www.superiorbikefest.com 26 Superior Bike Fest - Presque Isle Circuit Race CR Marquette Kitch-Mi-Kana www.superiorbikefest.com JULY 1 NAS-TRACK TEAM RACE #3 V Rochester Velodrome @ Bloomer Park www.velodromeatbloomerpark.com 2 Jr Nationals Prepatory Races - JULY 2nd & 3rd V Rochester Velodrome @ Bloomer Park www.velodromeatbloomerpark.com 2 West Michigan Stage Race - JULY 2nd/3rd/4th SR Grand Rapids GRBC grandrapidsbicycles.com 8 NAS-TRACK TEAM RACE #4 V Rochester Velodrome @ Bloomer Park www.velodromeatbloomerpark.com 9 Detroit Criterium at Tiger Stadium C Detroit Detroit Promoters TBD 10 Terry Reisch Memorial Race (Circuit) CR Hillsdale WMU Cycling www.treischmemorialrace.com 15 NAS-TRACK TEAM RACE #5 V Rochester Velodrome @ Bloomer Park www.velodromeatbloomerpark.com 16 BTR Park Criterium C Kalamazoo Kalamazoo Bicycle Club www.kalamazoobicycleclub.org 17 Kalamazoo Road Race RR Kalamazoo Kalamazoo Bicycle Club www.treischmemorialrace.com 22 NAS-TRACK TEAM RACE #6 V Rochester Velodrome @ Bloomer Park www.velodromeatbloomerpark.com 23 Maillot Jaune RR Fenton CycleFit www.maillotjaunebikerace.com 24 Le Champion Pave C Flint CycleFit www.lechampionpave.com 29 ELITE STATE TRACK CHAMPS - Sprints/Scratch/Madison V Rochester Velodrome @ Bloomer Park www.velodromeatbloomerpark.com 30 Kent ISD Criterium C Grand Rapids GRBC grandrapidsbicycles.com 30 TRACK TT STATE CHAMPS + ELITE - Points/Keiren V Rochester Velodrome @ Bloomer Park www.velodromeatbloomerpark.com 31 Milford Criterium - State Criterium Championship C Milford Joe Dolan www.milfordcrit.org AUGUST 5 JUNIOR STATE TRACK CHAMPIONSHIPS TT Rochester Velodrome @ Bloomer Park www.velodromeatbloomerpark.com 6 Ada Criterium C Ada Ada Bike Club www.adabike.com/race 7 Hines Park TT TT Dearborn Cycling Saddlemen www.hinesparktt.com 12 Cherry-Roubaix Street Sprints (Traverse City) C Traverse City Hagerty Racing www.cherry-roubaix.com 13 Cherry-Roubaix Criterium (Traverse City) C Traverse City Hagerty Racing www.cherry-roubaix.com 14 Cherry-Roubaix Road Race - State RR Championship RR Traverse City Bob McLain www.cherry-roubaix.com 19 ELITE STATE TRACK CHAMPIONSHIPS TT Rochester Hagerty Racing www.velodromeatbloomerpark.com 20 USPro Nat'l Criterium Championships C Grand Rapids Bissell/ABG Cycling www.grcyclingclassic.com 21 Tour de Gaslight C East Grand Rapids Leadout Racing ridewestmichigan.com 22 DETROIT 6 DAY - AUGUST 22-to-27 V Rochester Velodrome @ Bloomer Park www.velodromeatbloomerpark.com SEPTEMBER 4 Tour di Via Italia Criterium C Windsor, Ontario Maple Leaf Cycling Club www.tourdiviaitalia.com 5 Debaets-DeVos Criterium C Auburn Hills Cadieux / Team O2 www.riders4research.com 11 SOUPerBOWL SUNDAY V Rochester Velodrome @ Bloomer Park www.velodromeatbloomerpark.com 17 - 18 Michigan Double-X Cyclocross CX Waterford Tailwind www.tailwind.net OCTOBER 22 Mad Anthony Cyclocross CX Detroit Midwest Cycling Group madanthonycx.blogspot.com
3 2011 Michigan Ride of Silence Locations Adrian Jackson (Cascades Cycling Club) Start: Behind downtown City Library Start: Ella Sharp Museum parking lot Contact: Jim Dickson Contact: Dave Spencer [email protected] [email protected] Ann Arbor (Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society) (7.4 miles) Kalamazoo (The Chain Gang) Start: Wheeler Park, corner of N. 4th Ave & Depot St. Start: Gull Lake High School parking lot Contact: Kathleen Donahoe Contact: Mark Rose [email protected] | 734-996-4985 [email protected] | 269-345-0123
Battle Creek (Battle Creek Bicycle Club) Kingsford/Iron Mountain Start: Getaway Sports, 636 Capital Ave. Start: TBD (12.5 miles) Contact: Chad Curtis Contact: Kevin Socia [email protected] | 269-979-1996 [email protected] May 18, 2011, 7pm Bay City (Tri-City Cyclists) Lapeer Start: Bay County Health Dept., across from Empire Theater Start: TBD (10 miles) The Ride of Silence exists: Contact: John Geminder, Bicycle Headquarters Inc. Contact: Rebecca Forfar [email protected] | 989-496-2810 [email protected] • to mourn cyclists killed by motorists Boyne City (North Country Bicycle Club) Lennon (Genessee Wanderers Bicycle Club) • to raise awareness (among motorists, Start: Veterans Park Start: OK Ind. parking lot, corner of Oak St & Lennon police, and city officials) of cyclists on Contact: Mike Sheean Contact: Dave Otto the road [email protected] | 231-582-4030 [email protected] | 810-744-2471 • to have motorists know we only want Cadillac Marquette (Kitchi-Mi-Kana [KMK] Cycling Club) to share the road Start: City Pavillion (goes around Lake Cadillac) Start: Quick Stop Bicycle at Mattson Lower Harbor • to show that cyclists are not going away Contact: Kamie Wade Contact: Sarah Anderson [email protected] [email protected] On the third Wednesday of May at 7:00 Detroit - Belle Isle (Wheelhouse Detroit) Menominee PM local time, during National Bike Month Start: Belle Isle, fountain area (10 miles) and Week, cyclists across the state, in 30 con- Cycle Path Bike Shop Spokes & Folks Contact: Steve Roach Start: Marina Park bandshell, across Menominee River into firmed locations will band with fellow cyclists [email protected] | 313-496 7933 across the U.S.A. and around the world, by Marinette, WI (the only RofS that travels through two states) taking to the roads in remembrance of fellow East Lansing Contact: Bill St Martin Start: MSU Bikes Service Center, Bessey Hall [email protected] | 810-744-2471 cyclists who have been injured or killed by www.bikes.msu.edu/maps.html motorists. Contact: Tim Potter Midland (Tri-City Cyclists) [email protected] | 517-432-3414 Start: Midland Civic Arena on Fast Ice Dr. Chris Phelan organized the first Ride Of Silence in Dallas in 2003 after endurance Contact: John Geminder, Bicycle Headquarters Inc. Flint (Friends of the Flint River Trail) [email protected] | 989-496-2810 cyclist Larry Schwartz was killed by a passing Start: Flint Farmers’ Market bus on an empty road. It has grown from Contact: Jack Minore Oakland County that single Ride, to 321 confirmed locations [email protected] 810-235-1490 (Wolverine Sports Club/Riders4Research/ CadieuxBC) (10 miles) in 2010, in all 50 states and the District of Start: Velodrome at Bloomer Park, Columbia, in 26 countries, spanning all seven Grand Rapids (Motion Initiatives) (11 miles) Road ride and simultaneously track ride (see website for details) continents. Start: Riverside Park, Monroe Ave, 2nd park entrance Contact: Colleen Brown Contact: Mark Hagar [email protected] | 248-417-6235 The Ride Of Silence is a free ride that asks [email protected] | 616-835-7056 its cyclists to ride no faster than 12 mph and Saginaw (Tri-City Cyclists) remain silent during the ride. Rides are typi- Grand Rapids - Spin for Silence Start: Stable Bicycle Shop, 300 S. Hamilton St. cally 8 to 12 miles long. The Ride hopes to Start: YMCA Health Club, Lake MI Dr. Contact: Larry Tesch raise cycling awareness during National Bike Contact: Chelie Simmons (contact for availability for non-club members) [email protected] Week and Month among motorists, police, [email protected] Sault Ste Marie (Pro Sports, Soo Bike Club) (10 miles) and city officials. Grayling Start: Pro Sport The Ride is also a chance to mourn, in Start: City Building, 1020 City Blvd (to Hartwick Pines St. Park & back) Contact: Anthony Talentino funeral procession style, cyclists who have Contact: Margaret Creps [email protected] | 906-632-2775 been killed. The Ride requests black arm- [email protected] | 989-348-9691 Spring Lake/Muskegon (West MI Coast Riders) bands be worn to honor cyclists who have Grosse Pointe (Wolverine Sports Club) Start: Central Park, parking lot behind Ace Harware been killed and red armbands if you have Start: American Cycle & Fitness, Mack Ave, Grosse Pointe Woods Contact: Mark Stoll been in a bicycle/motor vehicle accident. Contact: Russ St. John [email protected] | 616-402-1359 (many locations will have these available) [email protected] Traverse City (TART Trails & Cherry Capital Cycling Club) Please arrive by 6:30 in all locations. Harbor Springs (10 miles) Start: EuroStop Deli, near Woodmere & Eighth St. (arrive by 6:30) Mark Hagar, Ride of Silence VP, MI Director Start: Harbormaster parking lot, 250 E. Bay St. (arrive by 6:30) Contact: Fred Schaafsma Contact: Christopher Benson [email protected] [email protected] | 616-835-7056 [email protected] Westland/Dearborn/Livonia Haslett (Tri-County Bicycle Assoc.) (Metro South Chapter of the MI Mountain Biking Assoc.) (13 miles) Learn more and view updates Start: Haslett Middle School (12 Miles) Start: Nankin Mills Pavilion, Hines Dr. Contact: Lenny Provencher Contact: Dave Duffield to Michigan locations at: [email protected] | 517-204-2971 [email protected] Holland (Cross Country Cycle) Ypsilanti rideofsilence.org Start: Holland Civic Center, W 8th St. (10 miels) Start: Recreation Park, Congress & Elm Contact: Laura Harris Contact: Robert Krzewinski 4 [email protected] | 616-396-7491 [email protected]
2011 Michigan Ride of Silence Locations Smart Commute 2011 Ann Arbor — May 1 – 31 In May, the getDowntown Program hosts the Commuter Challenge-a month long competition that encourages downtown Ann Arbor commuters to walk, bus, bike, etc. to work. During the Challenge individuals and organizations can win prizes, check out stats, and have a great time! In addition to the Commuter Challenge, the getDowntown Program hosts other fun events during the month of May, including Bike to Work Day. getDowntown Program – Nancy Shore (734) 214-0100 | [email protected] | www.getdowntown.org Flint — May 16 - 20 Instead of driving, try people powered transportation. Let go of the wheel and choose to walk, bike or use other non- motorized transportation. Join the Safe and Active Genesee for Everyone (SAGE) collaborative in celebration of active living with Smart Commute events. Register for the Commuter Challenge to make it a competition among friends, family, coworkers or businesses. Safe and Active Genesee for Everyone (SAGE) – Theresa Roach (810) 235-7894 [email protected] | www.crim.org/smartCommute Bike Month: May Bike-to-Work Week: May 16-20 Holland - Zeeland — May 16 – 21 Bike-to-Work Day: May 20 Green Commute Week will be launched with a community-wide educational forum and series of community events to include a commuter challenge, practical tips for bicycle commuters, and a leadership ride in the Holland-Zeeland area. Organized by the Macatawa Area Coordinating Council, and representatives from local businesses, health care Americans have been commemorating professionals, and bike shops, Green Commute Week will highlight cost savings and health benefits of alternative National Bike Month in May for 55 years, transportation options. thanks to advocacy groups like the Green Commute Program – Elisa Hoekwater League of American Bicyclists and the (616) 395-2688, ext. 103 | [email protected] | www.the-macc.org League of Michigan Bicyclists (LMB). Jackson — May 20 Timed to coincide with the arrival of Get fit. Be green. Save money. Join us in celebrating the joys of walking, biking, and riding the bus! The Smart Commute warmer weather, the event has inspired kicks off on May 20. Events include Leader Ride, Smart Commute Morning Meet-ups, and a lunch party. The Smart countless bike rides, safety inspections, Commute continues through the summer with events like the “Paddle to Work” and the “High Heel Bike Ride” on commuter challenges, ribbon-cuttings, monthly Smart Commute Days as well as a Corporate Commuter Challenge. “share the road” promotions, and other Fitness Council of Jackson – Scott TenBrink (517) 990-9798 | [email protected] | www.fitnesscouncil.org varied celebrations of bicycling in communities across the nation. Lansing — June Smart Commute helps people in the Capital Area discover the joys of walking, bicycling, riding the bus, carpooling, and The LMB is promoting Bike-to-Work Week telecommuting instead of driving. Kickoff Smart Commute Month with Mid-MEAC on June 4 as a part of “Be A Tourist from May 16-20. One of the most popular in Your Own Town!” Companies of all sizes can compete in our Smart Commute Challenge June 13-24 encouraging activities in Bike Month is encouraging employees to telecommute, walk, bike or carpool to work. Mid-Michigan Environmental Action Council – Julie Powers people to bicycle to work and forsake (517) 292-3078 | [email protected] | www.midmeac.org/smartcommute.html their motor vehicles for at least one day. Friday, May 20 is designated as National Manistee — May 14 -20 Bike-to-Work Day (this date is also part of Healthy Active Manistee (HAM it up!) is a program that encourages walking, biking, carpooling and using public National Transportation Week), although transportation in the Manistee area. many communities pick other dates in the Manistee Nonmotorized Transportation Committee – Christa Johnson [email protected] month for this particular event.
Traverse City — June 6 -10 Hundreds of people in Ann Arbor, Flint, Smart Commute week is a program that encourages the utilization of ‘smart’ transportation options including Holland, Jackson, Lansing, Manistee and walking, bicycling, carpooling, public transportation or any other form of transportation where your feet meet Traverse City will bike, walk, carpool, take the street. The event showcases, promotes and encourages all transportation alternatives in the Grand Traverse the bus to work, or telecommute during region. Events include commuter breakfasts and other social gatherings, a commuter cup challenge, great prizes Smart Commute Challenges. Smart and more. Remember, Friends Don’t Let Friends Drive Alone! TART Trails, Inc. – Lee Maynard Commute is part of a national celebration [email protected] | www.smartcommutetc.org of Bike-to-Work Week. Clean Commute Challenge For Bike-to-work resources visit: The Clean Commute Challenge invites individuals and college campuses from across the state to log the most bus, bike, www.bikeleague.org/programs/bikemonth carpool, vanpool, or walking trips on the Clean Commute website. The campus that logs the most clean commutes will be named the Cleanest Commuting College. High schools compete during the Challenge to have the emptiest parking For tips and resources on Smart Commuting visit: lot. All individuals can look for the Challenge banner on the website to log every one-way commute you take each day. www.MIsmartcommute.org Every commute logged online enters participants for a chance to win great prizes. Capital Clean Commute Options – Caltheen Edgerly [email protected] | (517) 393-RIDE | http://bit.ly/CleanCommute
5 2011 MICHIGAN MOUNTAIN BIKE For 2011 MiSCA plans on awarding $1,000 college RACES, TIME TRIALS & CYCL0-CROSS scholarships to MiSCA Michigan Scholastic Cycling Association championship winners, = MMBA Championship Point Series (CPS) = USA Cycling Series sponsored by Cannondale. 2011 RACE SCHEDULE Separate awards at each race are
XC = Cross Country TT = Time Trial CX = Cyclo-Cross given to MiSCA racers. MiSCA is August 28 - Stony XC, partnering with area bike shops Stony Creek Metropark, Shelby Twp. Date Event Type More Info and industry sponsors to offer 3/26 Barry Roubaix Race www.barry-roubaix.com September 11 - Addison XC, exclusive discounts to MiSCA registered teams. 4/9 Rust Shaker XC XC (989) 386-6651 Addison Oaks County Park, Leonard Note: All races are open to any 4/16 Bare Bones Bike-O Meet Race www.infiterrasports.com September 25 - Pando XC, student. MiSCA club membership 4/17 Yankee Springs Time Trial TT www.mmba.org Pando Park, Rockford is not required. 4/23 Pontiac Lake Time Trial TT www.tailwind-racing.com October 2, TBD MiSCA is a part of the Michigan 5/1 Fort Custer Stampede XC www.mmba.org Mountain Biking Association and 5/7 Mud, Sweat and Beers Race www.mudsweatandbeers.com October 9 - LOHS MiSCA works to establish and maintain 5/14-15 Brighton Stage Race Stage Race www.tailwind-racing.com Championship, safe, quality scholastic cycling Lake Orion High School, Lake Orion 5/14 6 &12 Hours of Stony Creek Endurance www.funpromotions.com programs. The Association is responsible for establishing a 5/28 Bloomer Park Relay Relay www.tailwind-racing.com www.miscabike.org 5/28 Hanson Hills 100 Endurance www.funpromotions.com program that will: 6/5 Hanson Hills Challenge XC, TT www.mmba.org & www.funpromotions.com • Provide support to schools and organizations wishing to establish scholastic cycling clubs and teams. 6/11 State Games of Michigan XC, TT www.mmba.org stategamesofmichigan.com • Develop and maintain an interscholastic competition series to promote the sport 6/12 Fort Custer Time Trial TT www.tailwind-racing.com of cycling and allow kids to build fitness and compete in a healthy, outdoor environment. 6/18 Lumberjack 100 Endurance www.lumberjack100.com • Provide college scholarships to qualifying students participating in interscholastic 6/26 Pontiac Lake XC XC www.tailwind-racing.com cycling competition. 7/2 Stony Creek MetroPark XC-Marathon www.tailwind-racing.com • Promote the value of cycling to our youth and community as a mode of 7/9 Boyne Marathon XC www.mmba.org transportation and as a lifelong sport. www.funpromotions.com 7/16 Logsplitter Challenge Race www.michiganbikefestival.com 7/16 6 & 12 Hours of Ithaca Endurance www.funpromotions.com 7/23 Tree Farm Relay Relay www.teamtreefarm.com 7/24 Stony Creek Time Trial TT www.mmba.org 2011 Recurring Events www.tailwind-racing.com 4/6 - 11/23 5/1 - 10/30 Sundays 7/30 8 Hours of Blommer Park Endurance www.funpromotions.com MOTIVE FORCE-LOOSE FLINT RIVER TRAIL 8/6 Sweat Shaker XC XC (989) 386-6651 SPOKES Start: Flint Distance: 13 – 17 Fee: None 8/7 Big M Ski Area XC XC www.tailwind-racing.com Start: Birmingham, Barnum Park Short, free, no-drop rides every Sunday 8/13 Ore to Shore Endurance www.oretoshore.com Distance: Up to 55 miles Fee: $5 from May - October, along the Flint River 8/13 6 & 12 Housrs of Pando Endurance www.funpromotions.com From April through Sept. 13 a road ride Trail. They all start at 2:00 pm at the Flint 8/21 Ruby Campground XC XC www.tailwind-racing.com starting from Derby School in Birmingham Farmers Market at Longway Blvd. and 8/20 Maybury Chapter Benefit XC, TT www.mmba.org - Derby at Adams Rds. Fast training rides the river. Three variations of the ride are 8/28 Stony Creek XC XC www.tailwind-racing.com offered. Three groups. 6 pm start. From Sept. held once each month with the remaining Sunday saved for exploratory rides or 9/3 6 & 12 Hours of Drummond Isd. Endurance www.funpromotions.com 21 through November a night dirt road ride of about 32 miles. repeats. We ride at about 10 -11 miles an 9/4 Copper Harbor Fat Tire Festival XC www.keweenawadventure.com Motive Force-Loose Spokes hour. There are leaders and sweeps for 9/10 Waterford CX Clinic CX www.tailwind-racing.com (248) 388-3854 | EJLMotiveForce@ each group of 20 riders. 9/11 Addison Oaks Fall Classic XC, TT www.mmba.org bikerider.com The Friends of the Flint River Trail 9/17-18 12 & 24 Hours of Hansen Hills Endurance www.funpromotions.com www.LMB.org/MFLS (810) 742-0071 | [email protected] 9/17 Michigan Double Cross -1 CX www.tailwind-racing.com http://edtech.mcc.edu/ffrt 5/3 - 9/20 9/18 Michigan Double Cross - 2 CX www.tailwind-racing.com R4RWOMENSRIDE 5/14 - 6/4 Saturdays 9/25 Pando Fall Classic XC www.mmba.org Start: Birminhgham Distance: 15 – 28 KBC BIKE CAMP www.funpromotions.com Fee: None Start: Portage, YMCA, 2900 Centre Ave; 9 am 10/1 Grampian Challenge Race www.grampianchallenge.com An opportunity for women to meet and Distance: 15, 10, 5 m 10/1 Munson-Night CX-3 CX www.tailwind-racing.com ride and learn skills, this social/casual/ Fee: $50 Ind/$60 Fam; after 5/1 $60/$70 DOE 10/8 6 & 12 Hours of Addison Oaks Endurance www.funpromotions.com recovery paced ride will travel on paved KBC Bike Camp runs for four Saturday 10/15 Peak to Peak XC www.endomanpromotions.com suburban roads. Leave from Barnum Park in mornings starting May 14. Learn how to 10/16 Linden Park CX - 4 CX www.tailwind-racing.com Birmingham on Pierce St. at George at 6:30 ride a bike properly, efficiently and safely 10/29 Veterans Park CX - 5 CX www.tailwind-racing.com pm Mondays through the summer. on public roads. Bike fitting, fitness goals, CadieuxBC/Team o2/Riders4research nutrition and maintenance are covered. 10/30 Veterans Park CX - 6 CX www.tailwind-racing.com (248) 388-3854 | Orientation meeting Tues May 10. 11/5 Iceman XC, TT www.iceman.com [email protected] Kalamazoo Bicycle Club | Jim Kindle 11/13 Stony Creek CX - 7 CX www.tailwind-racing.com www.riders4research.com (269) 217-9082 | 11/20 Bloomer Park CX - 8 CX www.tailwind-racing.com [email protected] www.kalamazoobicycleclub.org 12/4 Springfield Oaks CX - 9 CX www.tailwind-racing.com
6 5/1 Sunday 5/7 Saturday March ANN ARBOR CLASSIC BICYCLE KAL-HAVEN/KALAMAZOO RIVER SHOW AND SWAP MEET VALLEY TRAILWAY TRAILBLAZER Start: Ann Arbor, 5055 Ann Arbor-Saline Rd; 8 am Start: Kalamazoo/South Haven LMB EVENT 3/25 - 3/26 Friday - Saturday Fee: $3 Ind/Kids under 10 free; DOE Distance: 25, 45, 70, 100 mi The biggest, oldest, and best antique and classic bicycle Fee: $20 Ind/$35 Fam; after 5/1 $25/$40 DOE 2011 MICHIGAN show and swap meet in the country. Four bicycles to be Ride the KalHaven or choose five road routes through Kalamazoo BIKE SUMMIT given away free. Free parking. Vendor spaces only $35 and VanBuren counties. One of the routes will be 26 mile loop Start: Lansing, Peckham Inc. , 3510 Capitol City Blvd. indoor or outdoor. 7000 bicycles at last year’s show. Poor that will feature 13 miles of the new Kalamazoo River Valley Fee: Friday $25, Saturday $45, or both days $55, man’s auction also. Trailway. Shuttles available. Vendor exhibit space: $75 Paul & Anne Kleppert Friends of Kalamazoo River Valley Trailway th Join LMB at our 4 Annual Michigan Bicycle Summit. The (248) 642-6639 | [email protected] & Friends of KalHaven | Toni Thompson theme for 2011 is: “A Bicycle-friendly Michigan is a _____ www.ann-arbor-bicycleshow.com (269) 381-5043 | [email protected] Michigan.” Help us fill in the blank with what you think bicycling means to Michigan’s future at www.LMB.org. 5/1 Sunday 5/7 Saturday Friday features Gregory Johnshon, Chief Operations Officer DAWN FARM RIDE FOR RECOVERY 2011 MUD SWEAT AND of MDOT, with sessions focused on bicycle education BEERS MOUNTAIN BIKE RACE for engineers and planners. Saturday will feature 15 Start: Ypsilanti , Dawn Farm Fee: $25 Registration, $50 suggested donation; DOE, Start: Traverse City, Mt. Holiday/VASA Trail 9 am workshops designed for cyclists interested in promoting Distance: 3, 10, 20 mi Distance: see website bicycling and the safety of bicyclists throughout Michigan Fee: $25 3 mile/$40 10 & 20 mile and will feature Jim Sayer, Executive Director of Adventure Registration includes “Fun Day at the Farm” — food, Mud Sweat and Beers Fat Tire Fest includes 3, 10 and 20 mile Cycling, as the keynote speaker. Friday night is free and hayrides, family activities in the Barn, tours, Fun Walk, and races and a short kids race. Route is out over private land and will feature a panel discussion with Jim Sayer, Gregory more — for registered riders/runners/walkers and their onto the VASA trail system with a down hill finish at Mt. Holiday. Johnson and LMB Executive Director Rich Moeller as well families. Helmets are mandatory! Recovery Celebration Total entries will be capped at 750. as our annual awards presentation. (hot food) from 11 am -1 pm Mt. Holiday | Jim Kalajian League of Michigan Bicyclists | Rich Moeller Dawn Farm | Christine Shrewsbury (231) 409-0061 | [email protected] (517) 334-9100 | [email protected] | www.LMB.org (734) 485-8725 | [email protected] www.mudsweatandbeers.com www.dawnfarm.org/events/ride-for-recovery 5/8 Sunday 5/6 Friday SPRING BACK 40 CHALLENGE May Start: Clarkston, Indepedence Elementary School,
2011 GRAND RAPIDS 6850 Hubbard Rd; 7:30 am 5/1 Sunday BICYCLE SUMMIT Distance: 8, 14, 24 & 48 mi METRO GRAND SPRING TOUR Start: Grand Valley State University - Eberhard Center; DOE Fee: $20 adult; $10 seniors & juniors DOE Start: New Boston, Willow Metropark Pool Shelter; 7 am Our full-day bicycle advocacy conference featuring national A Mother’s Day back roads tour over the rolling hills of North Distance: 16, 25, 45, 62 mi keynote speakers and practical action-oriented workshops. Oakland County. Fat tire or cyclocross bikes are recommended Fee: $16 Ind/$43 Fam; after 4/20 $22/$55; DOE This National Bike Month event is oriented to Complete for this picturesque ride on gravel roads. Ride DCC’s 28th Metro Grand Spring Tour (the Homemade Cookie Streets advocates, bike club members, elected officials, Flying Rhino Cycling Club | Pete Newbury Tour), on routes along the Huron River and on scenic country public health experts, community planners, civil engineers, (248) 625-7000 | [email protected] roads throughout the Downriver area. A great Chris Cakes and all bicyclists! www.flyingrhinocc.com pancake breakfast is included in the ride that begins the season. Greater Grand Rapids Bicycle Coalition | Downriver Cycling Club Thomas Tilma (313) 381-2833 | [email protected] (616) 560-5705 | [email protected] www.lmb.org/dcc/mgst/ www.bikegrandrapids.org
5/1 Sunday BIKE YPSI SPRING RIDE AND FESTIVAL Start: Ypsilanti, Recreation Park pavilion; 10 am Distance: 5, 13, 32 mi Fee: Free DOE Calling all bicyclists! Time to pull those bikes out of the garage and dust them off. Bring them down and let’s get you riding. Bicycling events, festival, and BBQ are free and open to the public. Let’s get riding! Bike Ypsi | Aubrey Thomason (734) 717-8910 | [email protected] www.bikeypsi.org
7 5/15 Sunday 5/21 Saturday FAHRRAD TOUR SPIN THE SPOKES FOR HABITAT - Start: Frankenmuth; 8 am ENDURE THE SEAT CHALLENGE Distance: 25, 50,100 km Start: Greenville, 111 N. Hillcrest; 9 am - 4 pm; DOE Fee: $15 Ind; after May 1 $20; DOE Distance: 10, 20, 40, 60 mi All the routes begin and end at the middle school in Frankenmuth. The ride includes maps, marked routes,, Fee: TBD food stops of fruit and cookies, SAGs and shower This is a fund raising ride to benefit Montcalm Habitat for facilities. Road are good for bicycling have light traffic Humanity on their 20th anniversary. There are rides of 10, 20, and are mostly flat. 40 and 60 miles utilizing the beautiful Fred Meijer Flat River and Frankenmuth Morning Rotary Club | Heartland Trails and some connecting roads. Dr. Nancy Haskin Montcalm Habitat for Humanity | Doug Hinken (989) 652-2557 | [email protected] (616) 754-3033 www.fmrotary.com www.montcalmhabitat.org
LMB 5/15 Sunday EVENT BABA WOOLY BIKE RALLY 5/25 Wednesday Start: Coldwater; 7:30 am LUCINDA MEANS Distance: 15, 25, 40, 62, 100 mi Fee: $20 Ind/$30 Fam; after 4/15 $25/$35 DOE BICYCLE ADVOCACY DAY Beautiful Branch County includes Amish, rolling hills and the Chain of Lakes. Ride includes maps, written directions, arrows on road, SAG stops with fruit, homemade cookies, drink, and happy, friendly, smiling volunteers. Start: E. Lansing - MSU Campus Branch Area Bike Association | Beverly Ohm Distance: 3 mile road rally to State Capitol (517) 617-7506 | [email protected] Fee: $10 5/14 Saturday www.bikebranch.org All bicyclists, whether they enjoy on-road or off-road “TAG” TIME TRIAL riding, need safe accommodations to get to their Start: Kinross; 9 am 5/18 Wednesday destinations. That’s why the League of Michigan Distance: $12.7 mi RIDE OF SILENCE Bicyclists, Michigan Trails and Greenways Alliance and Fee: $1 per mile; DOE Join cyclists worldwide in a silent slow-paced ride Michigan Mountain Biking Association are joining Join us in the beautiful Upper Peninsula and enjoy a good ride (max. 12 mph) in honor of those who have been forces again in 2011 to advocate for issues key to all with amazing people and scenery. Time yourself during this injured or killed while cycling on public roadways. bicyclists. The day will start with a short road rally time trial in the Spring and then time yourself again on the See page 4 for Michigan locations. ride to the State Capitol where volunteers from all exact same course in the fall (9/17/2011) to see how much you www.rideofsilence.org three organizations will educate legislators on policy have improved over the summer. Proceeds benefit the Lance issues that facilitate a bicycle-friendly Michigan. Armstrong Foundation for Cancer research. 5/21 Saturday Lunch will be provided after legislative visits, followed ProSports | Dave RIDE AROUND KENT by an optional afternoon ride. (906) 632-8161 | [email protected] COUNTY (RAKC) League of Michigan Bicyclists | John Lindenmayer www.sooprosports.com Start: Walker, Henry Johnson Park; 6:30 am (888) 642-4537 | [email protected] Distance: 145 mi www.LMB.org
5/15 Sunday Fee: $10 Ind 145 miles touching the 4 corners of Kent County, 50 MSU FARM DAZE TOUR and 100 mile bail-outs. SAGs. At least two groups: Start: East Lansing; 9 am ‘fast’ 18+ and ‘good’ 15+. Lunch and snacks: sandwich 5/28 Saturday Distance: 25, 50, 75, 100 km wraps, fresh fruit, treats, sports drink. Great training for TOUR DE FRANKENMUTH Fee: TBD, DOE National 24-Hour Challenge. Start: Frankenmuth, Zehnder’s Park; 8 am Enjoy a tour through the farm lands south of Michigan State Rapid Wheelmen | John Crankshaw Distance: 15, 30, 45, 60, 75 University. Proceeds support Mason Barker, a MSU triathlete (616) 447-8607 | [email protected] Fee: $35; after 5/22 $45 and 2008 MSU grad who was struck by a car while training for www.lmb.org/rapidwheels/rakc/rakc.html The Tour de Frankenmuth is an USA Cycling/MBRA sanctioned Ironman Wisconsin. event which brings over 400 hundred participants into MSU Triathlon | Katelyn Schermerhorn 5/21 Saturday Frankenmuth along with several hundreds of fans. Just like the (248) 778-7046 | [email protected] ZOO-DE-MACKINAC BIKE BASH major races across Europe and U.S., the Tour de Frankenmuth www.msutriathlon.com Start: Harbor Springs, Boyne Highlands Resort; 9 am promises plenty of cycling excitement. Distance: 51 mi Tri City Cyclists | Steve Weckle 5/15 Sunday Fee: $50; after 5/7 $65; DOE (989) 839-2034 | [email protected] 2011 TRAIN-N-WHEELS BIKE TOUR This is not a race! The Zoo-De-Mack is a scenic 51 mile www.tricitycyclists.org Start: Durand; 7:30 am bicycle ride and a weekend of huge parties in one of Distance: 3,12, 56, 32 mi the most beautiful areas of Michigan. More than 3,000 5/28 Saturday Fee: $10 Ind/$30 Fam DOE outdoor enthusiasts gather each year to take part in this FRANKENMUTH BIKE This event is a casual ride through the Durand area. The ride is fun filled weekend. EXPO/SWAP MEET helping to raise funds for a National Railroad Memorial that will Zoo-De-Mackinac, Inc. | Greg Drawbaugh Start: Frankenmuth; 8 am include a park, amphitheater, splash pad, and bike & pedestrian (313) 821-8414 | [email protected] Fee: None crossing over the main CN railline to the historical Depot. www.zoo-de-mack.com The Bike Swap/Expo is held outdoors at Zehnders Park National Railroad Memorial Inc. | Leslie Dietrich overlooking the Tour de Frankenmuth race course. The Swap/ (989) 288-2378 | [email protected] Expo includes booths by special bike and accessory dealers and www.nationalrailroadmemorial.com public swap opportunities. A great opportunity for the new biking enthusiast Tri City Cyclists | Sue Bishop (989) 295-5805 | [email protected] www.tricitycyclists.org/content.aspx?page_id=0&club_i
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9 5/29 Sunday 6/4 Saturday GRAN FONDO DI THUMB HARBOR SPRINGS Michigander Start: Frankenmuth; 8 am CYCLING CLASSIC Bicycle Tour Distance: 65, 130 mi Start: Harbor Springs, Birchwood Inn, Fee: $25; DOE 7077 S. Lake Shore Dr; 8 am July 16-22, 2011 “Gran Fondo” means “Big Ride” in Italian. 65 miles - Akron Ride Distance: 20, 42, 62 mi takes you through the quiet county back roads to Akron and Fee: $25 Ind; after 6/2 $30; DOE back. The course is relatively flat. 130 miles - Double metric “Tunnel of Trees” (M-119) is a part of each route, refreshment century route through the quiet farmland of the Thumb stations with great cookies, SAG service, BBQ lunch all leading to Ubly, home of Michigan’s most significant wind included. T-shirts and lodging packages available. Great turnbine farm. ride - friendly people! Tri City Cyclists | Steve Weckle Birchwood Inn (989) 839 2034 | [email protected] (231) 526-2151 | [email protected] www.tricitycyclists.org/content.aspx?page_id=0&club_i www.birchwoodinn.com/specialevents.html
5/30 Monday 6/4 Saturday MEMORIAL DAY 100 GRAND BICYCLE TOUR CANADIAN CENTURY Start: Walker, West Side Christian School, Start: Grand Haven, Rock ‘n’ Road Cycle; 7 am 955 Westend Ave; 8 am Distance: 100 km Distance: 17, 35, 65, 105 mi Its a Ride for Everbody Fee: None; DOE Fee: $25 Ind/$50 Fam; DOE Its a family-friendly tour ideal for hybrid, Ride 100 kilometers through the valley of the Grand River, The best food. Scenic, low-traffic roads. mountain and road bikes. All you need to do is breakfast in Allendale, returning well before noon for family Friendly, helpful SAGs. ride and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Michigans activities. Meet at Rock ‘n’ Road Cycle Grand Haven by 6:45 to Raid Wheelman Bicycle Club | Kim Kordecki trails and back roads. split in two or three groups. Leave at 7 sharp. Pump tires and (616) 581-0713 | [email protected] find your shoes the night before. www.rapidwheelmen.com Team Yogurt / Rock ‘n’ Road Cycle | Tim Meyer (616) 796-0010 | [email protected] 6/4 Saturday www.rocknroadcycle.com I-275 METRO TRAIL CELEBRATION Start: TBD; 9 am 5/30 Monday Distance: 0-60+ mi TOUR DE LAKES Fee: Donations accepted; DOE Start: Commerce, Richardson Community Center; 7 am I-275 Metro Trail Celebration Ride. Distance: 8, 31, 62 mi Friends of the I-275 Metro Trail | Diane Bancroft Fee: $18 Ind/$42 Fam; after 5/1 $25/$58; DOE [email protected] Spring time provides a backdrop in the scenic lake country of western Oakland County for the Tour-de-Lakes tour. 6/11 - 6/12 Saturday - Sunday Learn More! The Memorial Day holiday finds local residents away or HUMAN POWERED RALLY enjoying a relaxing day close to home, leaving the paved Start: Clarkston, Waterford Hills Raceway; 9 am roads far less busy. Distance: 10 mi Visit www.michigantrails.org Friends of the Huron Valley Trail | Fred Dore Fee: $30/$40; DOE (248) 302-5823 | [email protected] Fun event open to recumbents, tricycles, bicycles, and high- www.tourdelakesride.org/ speed streamlined bikes. One Hour Time Trial, Top Speed, Kilometer & Road Races. Home built designs welcome. Spectators free. Dinner Saturday. Michigan Human Powered Vehicle Association | June Mike Mowett (586) 863-3902 | [email protected] www.mhpva.org/ LMB EVENT 6/4 - 6/5 Saturday - Sunday 6/11 - 6/12 Saturday - Sunday 2011 BIKE MS GREAT LAKES WEST PEDAL AND PADDLE MICHIGAN BREAKAWAY RIDE Start: Montague Start: Holland, Dow Center, 168 13th St; 6:30 am Distance: 10 -50 mi per day Distance: 30, 50, 75, 100 mi each day Fee: see website (family rates) Fee: $30/40/50/60 plus $250 min. pledge; DOE The Pedal and Paddle Tour combines bicycling This figure eight route is designed to take you along the with canoeing/kayaking on the peaceful White shoreline of Lake Michigan each day. Two day riders will River for an early season adventure. This tour spend the night at Hope College and have an opportunity to is an ideal experience for families. Saturday enjoy downtown Holland. morning, bicycle on the Hart-Montague Trail National Multiple Sclerosis Society, MI Chapter | and in the afternoon canoe or kayak through Tammy Willis Manistee National Forest. On Sunday ride the (248) 936-0343 | [email protected] Lake Michigan shore on beautiful Scenic Drive. www.bikeMSmi.org League of Michigan Bicyclists | John Lindenmayer (888) 642-4537 | [email protected] www.LMB.org
10 Many of you recognize this look of determination….AND this smile! Kevin was an inspiration to many, for both his accomplishments in biking and for the way he lived his life. If you rode with Kevin, you were a part of his family and he loved you all. If you didn’t know Kevin, ask those around you to relay his wonderful story of courage and determination or visit our website at www.kevindegenismyhero.org Kevin’s Memorial Foundation is devoted to helping special needs children find freedom and independence through athletic endeavors.
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6/11 - 6/12 Saturday - Sunday 6/11 Saturday 6/12 Sunday BIG MAC SHORELINE SPRING TOUR 100,000 METRE T-SHIRT RIDE BIKE THE BRIDGE AND SUNDAY BRIDGE RIDE Start: Laingsburg High School; 7 am Start: Detroit and Windsor Start: Mackinaw City Recreation Center; 7 am Distance: 25, 50, 100 km Fee: TBD; DOE Distance: 10, 45 mi Fee: TBD Distance: 25, 50, 75, 100 mi Join us for a fun family orientated tour of rural Shiawassee This ride is a special once-a-year chance to bike across the Fee: $20, after 6/1 $25/Bridge Ride $20; DOE County. There are three routes with varying distances, one of scenic Ambassador Bridge between Detroit and Windsor. Beautiful up North Shoreline and country ride. Great for families which is sure to fit your needs. We provide SAG service, rest stops Cyclists can chose to start in either city. Everyone must have and groups. Four tours to choose from. 75 and 100 mile includes with water, fruit, cookies and lunch. a valid passport, a passport card, enhanced driver’s licenses, the tunnel of trees. 50 mile stops at historic Legs Inn. SAG on all Tri-County Bicycle Association | Deb Holdcraft-Bach or a Nexu. routes and rest areas with snacks. Light cook out lunch. Sunday 7 (517) 887-3700 | www.biketcba.org Michigan Trails and Greenways Alliance | Todd Scott am ride over the amazing Mackinac Bridge for riders 13 or over. [email protected] Mackinaw City Chamber of Commerce | Kelly Vieau 6/11 Saturday www.michigantrails.org/bike-the-bridge (231) 436-5574 | http://www.mackinawchamber.com MICHIGAN MOUNTAIN MAYHEM www.mackinawchamber.com Start: Boyne City High School; 7 am 6/16 - 6/19 Thursday - Sunday Distance: 35, 68,100, 130 mi Fee: $45 NORTHWEST TOUR 6/11 Saturday The Michigan Mountain Mayhem (MMM) is a cycling/road bike Start: Empire; 12 pm MICHIGAN TOUR DE CURE event which will test you both mentally and physically. It is Distance: Long and short routes available Fee: TBD Start: Brighton High School; 6 am one of the most grueling and challenging rides you will ever NorthWest Tour is a fun tour with challenging days, great Distance: 10, 25, 50, 75, 100 mi road 5, 9 & 14 mi mtn. participate in. There are four Routes: 50K, 100K, 160K and 200K scenery and good roads through many small towns and Fee: $15; after April 1 $25; DOE Northern Michigan Cycling Club | Paul Nicholls tourist areas in Michigan’s northwest. It features the Hop on your bike and help to stop diabetes in Michigan! Help by (231) 582-0542 | [email protected] convenience of a single camping location in the Leelanau registering, recruiting your friends, and fundraising a minimum www.michiganmountainmayhem.com area west of Traverse City. of $200 to go towards research, education, and advocacy. Fully Tri-County Bicycle Association | Dick Sulin supported routes for all ages and riding levels. 6/11 Saturday (517) 339-2368 | www.biketcba.org American Diabetes Association | Anika Halladay GEARS & BEERS- RIDE TO CURE ALS (248) 433-3830 | [email protected] Start: Ann Arbor http://main.diabetes.org/michigantourdecure Distance: 25, 67, 100 mi Fee: $50; After 5/8 $75; DOE A scenic ride along the Huron River and throughout the Ann Arbor community. Join us at the after party featuring music, beer, and great food. All money raised goes to help those with ALS. Sponsored by Two Wheel Tango and Arbor Brewing Co. The ALS Association-Michigan Chapter | Joseph Kulwicki (248) 680-6540 | [email protected] www.gearsandbeers.org 11 6/18 - 6/24 Saturday - Friday 6/18 Saturday 6/18 Saturday PALM (PEDAL ACROSS 12TH ANNUAL PUMPKINVINE GEARS & BEERS- RIDE TO CURE ALS Start: Lowell, Fallasburg Park LOWER MICHIGAN) BIKE RIDE Distance: 25, 67, 100 mi Start: Ludington Start: Goshen and Shipshewana, Indiana; 7 am Fee: $50; After 5/8 $75; DOE Distance: 45-62 mi per day, longer options Distance: 10, 30, 48, 69, 100 mi A scenic ride over rolling terrain and beautiful countryside in Fee: $110 (adult), $65(11-16), $55 (under 11) Fee: $23 Ind/$46 Fam, after 5/30 $28/$56; DOE eastern Kent County. Join us at the after party featuring music, 30th Annual Pedal Across Lower Michigan (PALM). 280 total 12th Annual Pumpkinvine Bike Ride supports development beer, and great food. All money raised goes to support local miles, with optional longer routes each day. Optional meal of 17-mile rail-trail between Goshen, Middlebury and patient services and fund research to find a cure for ALS. and bus purchase. 750 riders. Paved roads. Suitable for Shipshewana. The ride features 5.4 miles of trail that passes The ALS Association- Michigan Chapter | Robbie Banfill novice or veteran tour riders. alternately through woodlands and farmlands near Goshen. (616) 459-1900 | [email protected] PALM (Pedal Across Lower Michigan) Most of the routes are on country roads. www.gearsandbeers.org (734) 669-0172 | [email protected] Friends of the Pumpkinvine Nature Trail | Robert Carrico www.LMB.org/palm (574) 266-1362 | [email protected] 6/18 Saturday
www.pumpkinvine.org PONTIAC AND AUBURN 6/18 - 6/19 Saturday - Sunday NATIONAL 24-HOUR CHALLENGE HILLS CHARITY RIDE 6/18 Saturday Start: Auburn Hills, Baker College; 8 am Start: Middleville, Thornapple-Kellogg Middle School; 8 am TH 9 ANNUAL CHARLEVOIX/EMMET Distance: 15, 30, 50, 75, 150 km Distance: How far can you ride in 24 hours? COUNTY PINK RIBBON RIDE Fee: TBD; DOE Fee: $75; after 5/31 $95; after 6/11 $120 Start: Boyne City, Veteran Park; 7 am Cultural and historical ride in the Pontiac area and a 150 km ride Personal Best On-Road Endurance Ride for multiple classes: Distance: 7, 20, 42, 55 mi to celebrate the 150 th birthday of the City of Pontiac. Shorter male and female, ages 18 through 70+; tandems and Fee: $30 Ind/$50 Fam, on-site $35/$60; DOE rides to use Clinton River and West Bloomfield trails. recumbents. In 2010, 350+ riders came from 29 states, The Pink Ribbon Ride raises money annually to benefit breast Pontiac and Auburn Hills Rotary | Ron Cousineau Canada, Poland and Mexico. Traditional bagpipe send off. cancer programs offered in Charlevoix and Emmet County, (248) 335-8353 | [email protected] Certificates, mileage pins, results booklet and special 1000- including life-saving tests for under and uninsured women. www.pontiacrotary.org mile jersey. Register online at Active.com Bike4BreastCancer National 24-Hour Challenge, Inc. | John Steve (231) 709-8714 | [email protected]. (616) 656-0275 | [email protected] bike4breastcancer.org 6/26 Sunday www.n24hc.org TOUR DI LAGO 6/18 Saturday Start: Port Austin, Veteran’s Memorial Park; 8 am WEST BRANCH HILLS & THRILLS Distance: 12, 25, 62, 100 mi Start: West Branch; 7 am Fee: $15 Ind/$30 Fam; DOE Distance: 35, 47, 62, 100 mi 4th annual tour is on paved, low traffic, rural roads along the Fee: $15 Ind/$25 Fam; after 6/5 $20/$30; DOE Thumb’s Lake Huron shoreline. Two lighthouses are along the Join us the Tri City Cyclists on this challenging tour around West route with the opportunity to tour historic Pointe Aux Barques Branch. The Rolling Hills, beautiful countryside and lakes make Lighthouse. SAG and refreshments. Local lighthouses benefited. the ride a memorable experience. SAG supported. Three official Friends Promoting Port Austin | Mary Barnes rest stops, with refreshments and snacks. (989) 768-0460 | [email protected] Tri CityCyclists | Dan Dauer www.friendspromotingportaustin.com/ (989) 753-6038 | [email protected] www.tricitycyclists.org/westbranch
Join us on July 16th, 2011 for the 37th Annual Holland Hundred MICHIGAN Bicycle Tour, hosted by the Macatawa Cycling Club and their sponsors. 2 0 1 1 B I K E T O U R The event takes place in Holland, MI and benets the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) and Holland area charities. The event features scenic rides through West Michigan farmland, orchards, vine- yards, and along the lakeshore.
Tour includes the famous pancake breakfast at the East Saugatuck rest stop. Last year’s event attracted more HOLLAND than 1,500 riders of all ability levels.
For more information visit our website at www.macatawacyclingclub.org/hollandhundred
12 15 7/10 Sunday KALAMAZOO SCENIC BICYCLE TOUR (KALTOUR) Start: Kalamazoo Valley Community College (Texas Twp); 7 am Distance: 12, 15, 31, 61, 100 mi Fee: $20 Ind/$35 Fam, after 7/1 $25/$45; DOE to Grant Wishes! KalTour travels the backroads west of Kalamazoo among orchards, vineyards, farm fields, wetlands, and wooded hills. Chose your distance, enjoy our scenery, and get plenty to eat! All Traverse routes meet at a common lunch stop. Traverse City City Kalamazoo Bicycle Club | Michael Krischer Big (269) 823-2819 | [email protected] to Chelsea! Rapids www.kalamazoobicycleclub.org July 28-31, 2011 7/13 - 7/17 Wednesday - Sunday DeWi Photos by Bryan Mitchell 3-day, 300 mile SUMMER TOUR or 1-day 50 mile Chelsea Start: Petoskey High School; 7 am route opons Distance: varies - normally about 50 mi day Fully-supported and fully-catered tour Fee: TBD Excing “Heroes Hurrah!” celebraon at the finish line! We will be touring the Northwest part of the state, Make-A-Wish Foundaon of Michigan’s largest departing from Petoskey High School on Wednesday and fundraising event riding to Aloha State Park. We will spend two nights Ride. Volunteer. Sponsor. Donate. REGISTER ONLINE there and move to Wilderness State Park for the next two nights, returning Sunday to Petoskey. TODAY! Tri-County Bicycle Association | Pete Derkos (517) 887-3700 • www.wishamile.org • 734.994.8620 or 800.622.WISH (9474) www.biketcba.org
LMB EVENT July 7/16 - 7/23 Saturday - Saturday 10TH ANNUAL MUP TOUR 7/4 Monday (MICHIGAN’S UPPER PENISNULA) FOURTH OF JULY Start: St. Ignace CANADIAN CENTURY Distance: 334 m Start: Grand Haven, Rock ‘n’ Road Cycle; 7 am Fee: See website Distance: 100 km The MUP Tour will explore the eastern tip of Fee: None; DOE the Upper Peninsula (From Mackinac Island Ride 100 kilometers through the valley of the Grand River, to Drummond Island to the Soo to Paradise to breakfast in Allendale, returning well before noon for family Whitefish Point Lighthouse to Tahquemenon activities. Maps provided with shortcuts, as little as 43 miles Falls). We begin and end at St. Ignace. Our mid- possible and still meeting for group breakfast! Meet at ROCK tour layover day in Sault Ste. Marie will give you ‘n’Road Cycle. plenty of time to discover its treasures. From St. Team Yogurt / Rock ‘n’ Road Cycle | Tim Meyer Ignace, you (and your bike) can also ferry over to 6/26 Sunday (616) 796-0010 | [email protected] experience the magic of Mackinac Island. You will BERRIEN COUNTY CANCER www.rocknroadcycle.com ride past three of the Great Lakes. SERVICE BIKE RIDE League of Michigan Bicyclists | Rich Moeller Start: Stevensville, Berrien County Cancer Service; 7 am 7/9 Saturday (888) 642-4537 | [email protected] TH Distance: 15 , 25 , 42 mi, 100 km ONE HELLUVA RIDE 35 ANNUAL www.LMB.org Fee: $20 Ind/$35 Fam; after 6/17 $25/$40; DOE Start: Chelsea Fairgrounds; 6:45 am Experienced cyclists will enjoy going east of BCCS on long, Distance: 15, 30, 39, 64, 76,100 mi straight, country roads with minimal traffic. You will ride Fee: $20 Early; $25 Reg; $30 DOE; $12 Youth through the rolling hills, farmlands and fruit orchards of Eau Scenic bicycle touring over tree-lined, paved roads in Washtenaw, 7/16 - 7/22 Saturday - Friday Claire and Berrien Springs. The 25 and 15 mile routes are family Ingham, Jackson and Livingston counties. The routes wind MICHIGANDER BICYCLE oriented with flat terrain and some rolling hills. SAGs. through rural and recreation areas on beautiful rolling terrain, TOUR (6 OR 7-DAY) Berrien County Cancer Service | Barbara Lane and vary enough to appeal to a broad range of bicyclists. Start: South Haven High School, 600 Elkenburg St; 7 am (269) 429-3281 | [email protected] Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society Distance: 35-55 mi per day www.bccancerservice.org [email protected] | www.aabts.org Fee: $307-$342 Adult, $287-$322 Youth Both experienced and beginner cyclists will enjoy this 6 or 7-day 6/26 Sunday adventure. It’s a family-friendly ride that includes camping each 7/10 Sunday night, two meals, shuttle service for your baggage. It’s a tour HOSPICE OF LENAWEE RUN, TH WALK AND BIKE TOUR 17 ANNUAL COVERED ideal for hybrid, mountain and road bikes. Start: Blissfield BRIDGE BIKE TOUR Michigan Trails and Greenways Alliance | Barry Culham Distance: 50 km Start: Lowell, Fallasburg Schoolhouse; 7 am (517) 485-6022 | [email protected] Fee: $15; after 6/18 $20; DOE Distance: 12, 28, 40, 50, 62, 78, 100 mi www.michigantrails.org 50 km non-competitive scenic ride beginning and ending at Fee: $20 Ind/$30 Fam, after 7/4 $25/$35; DOE Blissfield High School. A wonderful ride through some of West Michigan’s scenic areas 7/16 - 7/17 Saturday - Sunday Hospice of Lenawee | Susan Reeder with tasty goodies at our rest stops and a great homemade meal MICHIGANDER BICYCLE TOUR (2-DAY) (517) 263-2323 | [email protected] at the end. Our volunteers work hard to make your ride safe and Start: Kalamazoo; 7 am www.hospiceoflenawee.org enjoyable. All routes begin and end in historic Fallasburg! Distance: 35 mi each day Fallasburg Historical Society | Ken Tamke Fee: $99/$89 Youth, after 5/1 $114 (616) 682-0785 | [email protected] See 6 Day description and contact information above. www.fallasburg.org 14 7/16 - 7/17 Saturday - Sunday 2011 BIKE MS GREAT LAKES MID MICHIGAN BREAKAWAY RIDE Start: Linden, Lake Fenton High School, 6090 Lahring Rd; 6:30 am Distance: 60, 75, 100 mi each day and 30 mi on Sunday Fee: $30/40/50/60 plus $250 min. pledge; DOE This out and back route is designed to take you through the gently rolling hills of Mid Michigan. You will cycle along quiet country roads and pass through the charming towns of Gaines, Byron, Oak Grove and Williamston. National Multiple Sclerosis Society, MI Chapter | Tammy Willis (248) 936-0343 | [email protected] www.bikeMSmi.org
7/16 Saturday HOLLAND HUNDRED Start: Holland; 7 am Distance: 18 ,36 ,67, 100 mi Fee: $20; After 6/30 $25; DOE 7/19 Tuesday Join the 37th Annual Holland Hundred benefits the Juvenile DAY & NIGHT MILES RIDE Diabetes Research Fund (JDRF) and Holland area charities. The Start: Derby School, Birmingham, corner of Derby and Adams event features scenic rides through West Michigan farmland, Distance: 15 -40 mi orchards, vineyards and along the lakeshore. Tour includes the Fee: TBD famous pancake breakfast at the East Saugatuck rest stop. Last Three or four routes on road bikes with leaders, 15 miles (ca- year’s event attracted more than 1,500 riders of all ability levels. sual/novice) to 40 miles (race pace). The road ride is followed Families welcome. by a dirt road bike ride for experienced night riders with lights Macatawa Cycling Club & Herman Miller Incorporated at about 8:20 pm, approx. 30 miles. Funds raised go towards www.macatawacyclingclub.org/hollandhundred the Sarcoma Society as this ride is in memory of Miles Levin who passed away from rhabdomyosarcoma. 7/16 Saturday Jon Levin THE MAGIC RIDE WALK RUN [email protected] Start: Downtown Hillsdale; 8 am Distance: TBD 7/23 Saturday RD Fee: TBD 3 ANNUAL MICK WEBSTER Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness of Hillsdale County is MEMORIAL BICYCLE TOUR having our annual Bicycle Ride, Walk and Run on July 16, 2011 Start: Jackson, P & T Fitness, 225 N. Jackson St; 9 am along with Hillsdale County Sidewalk Sales, please join us in our Distance: 18, 50 mi fight against Child Abuse. Fee: $20 Ind/$30 Fam, after 7/18 $25/$35; DOE Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness Mass start riding through southern Jackson County and the (517) 437-3100 | [email protected] Falling Waters Trail. SAG stops and vehicles. Lunch afterwards. www.capahillsdale.net P & T Fitness | George Webster (517) 789-6362 | [email protected] www.pandtfitness.com 7/16 Saturday 7/24 Sunday ABILITY TOUR LE CHAMPION PAVE Start: Lansing, Peckham Headquarters; 8 am 7/23 Saturday WOMEN ON WHEELS RIDE Start: Downtown Flint; 8 am Distance: 8, 30, 50 mi Distance: 1 mi criterium Fee: $25; DOE Start: Mason; 7 am Distance: 17, 32, 50 mi Fee: $30 pre, $40; DOE The Ability Tour is a ride to raise awareness for people overcoming 1 mile Criterium race on the bricks in Downtown Flint. Racers disabilities. This event will include SAG, aid stations and Chipotle Fee: TBD; DOE Women On Wheels tour travels the scenic country roads race timed race + 1 lap. 8 am – 6 pm. Includes a hand cycle burritos. People of all abilities are encouraged to ride. race! Also features a Omnium with Malliot Jaune race in Fenton. Peckham | Josh Britton & Justin Walworth southeast of Lansing. Maps, rest stops (food and water), sag vehicles, lunch and showers. Helmets required. Lunch is Displays, food and fun! (517) 316-4017 | [email protected] FACVB/ Bicycle Committee | Vic Lukasavitz www.abilitytour.org served 10:30 am to 2 pm. Shower available till 2:30 pm Tri-County Bicycle Association | Adreah Saxton [email protected] (517) 822-3700 | [email protected] www.lechampionpave.com 7/17 Sunday www.biketcba.org RIDE AROUND TORCH 7/28 - 7/31 Thursday - Sunday Start: Elk Rapids High School; 7 am 7/23 Saturday WISH-A-MILE BICYCLE TOUR Distance: 26, 63, 100 mi MAILLOT JAUNE Start: Traverse City Fee: $25 Ind/$55 Fam, after 6/30 $30/$65; DOE Start: Fenton 8 am Distance: about 100 mi per day Enjoy great views of Torch Lake and Lake Michigan while riding Distance: 26, 39, 52, 65 mi Fee: $95 Reg Fee / $900 Fundraising; DOE around one of Michigan’s loveliest lakes on lightly traveled rural Fee: $25, $35 pre reg or $35, $45 day of Yes The Wish-A-Mile Bicycle Tour (Wam) is a three-day tour across roads past scenic farms and orchards. After ride picnic lunch is The Maillot Jaune is a MBRA sanctioned race on a 13.5 mile road Michigan benefitting the Make-A-Wish Foundation. This event included at Elk Rapids beach with swimming available. course. The course is a mix of hills & flats in Fenton. First race is responsible for granting hundreds of wishes each year for Cherry Capital Cycling Club | Carrie Baic starts at 8 am and all racers are out by 8:30 am. All racers are in children with life-threathening medical conditions. (231) 938-9315 | [email protected] by 11 am. Check out the website for updated information. Make-A-Wish Foundation of Michigan | www.ridearoundtorch.og FACVB / Bicycle Committee | Vic Lukasavitz Janelle L. Gunn [email protected] (877) 631-9474 | [email protected] www.maillotjaunebikerace.com/ www.wishamile.org
15 7/30 Saturday 7/31 Sunday 8/5 - 8/7 Friday - Sunday CASS RIVER HABITAT’S RIDE WISH-A-MILE 50 RIDE AMISHLAND AND LAKES TH Start: Chelsea Start: Howe, Indiana FOR HOME - 8 ANNUAL Distance: 50 mi Distance: Sat: 23-100 mi / Sun: 20-63 mi Start: Vassar High School Fee: $50 Reg Fee / $300 Fundraising; DOE Fee: $25 Ind/$56 Fam, after 7/1 $37/$87; DOE Distance: 10, 15, 32, 64 mi Wam 50 is a one day, 50-mile bicycle ride that raises funds Amishland & Lakes is family friendly tour through the Amish Fee: $15 Ind/$33 Fam, after 7/18 $20/$40; DOE and awareness for the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Michigan. countryside of northeastern Indiana and lakes country of Enjoy a scenic bike tour through Tuscola County & lovely towns of Following a beautiful looped route this fully-supported ride is southeastern Michigan. It originates in Howe, IN, a small rural Frankenmuth & Vassar, ending at High School for lunch. 64 mile ideal for both beginner and expert cyclists. community about 2 1/2 hours from Chicago, Indianapolis and Detroit. must start by 8 am. Helmets recommended. We have maps, some Make-A-Wish Foundation of Michigan | Janelle L. Gunn Michiana Bicycle Association | Ray of the best marked routes, SAGs, foodstops, showers & T-shirts. (877) 631-9474 | [email protected] (574) 387-6449 | info@amishlandlakes Cass River Habitat for Humanity - Vassar | Donna Gillies www.wishamile.org www.amishlandlakes.com (989) 823-2228 | [email protected] www.cassriver.com LMB EVENT August 8/6 - 8/15 Saturday - Monday 7/31 Sunday 25TH ANNIVERSARY BLACK BEAR BICYCLE TOUR 8/4 - 8/7 Thursday - Sunday SHORELINE WEST (3, 6 & 9 DAY) Start: Grayling; 8 am Start: New Buffalo to Mackinaw City Distance: 100 m or 2 riders 50 mi each GREAT LAKES INDEPENDENCE RIDE (IRIDE) Distance: 500 mi Fee: TBD Fee: $25 earlybird rising to $40; DOE For our 25th year we will start where it all began - in 100 Mile century ride - Grayling to Oscoda, along river valley Start: Three Oaks; 8 am Distance: 60-70 mi a day New Buffalo. Riders will have the option to do the entire following AuSable Canoe Marathon. Ten riders per minute. Shoreline of Lake Michigan, all 500 miles to the mighty Timing provided. Certificates available. Only 12 stop signs. Enter Fee: $250 for 4 days IRide is a fun event that encourages full inclusion regardless Mackinac Bridge. Shorter options include 6 days to early - save money. 100 raffle prizes - top prize new bike. Traverse City and 3 days from Traverse City to Mackinaw Grayling Rotary Club | Wayne Koppa of the type of cycle you ride. Everyone, with or without a disability, is invited to participate at whatever distance City. There is so much to experience on this ride: view (989) 370-5757 historic lighthouses, pristine orchards, world famous www.blackbearbicycletour.com fits their abilities. IRide route options: full 4-day, 2-day on Saturday and Sunday, and 1-day rides each day of the trip. cherries, wineries, farms, swim at sugar sand beaches, Raises funds for Disability Network / Michigan member CILs! climb the dunes, grab a fresh lunch and picnic along the CILs are local nonprofit organizations dedicated to the success route in “Michigan’s playground” and ride through the of people with disabilities! Tunnel of Trees. The terrain is never mundane as it varies Ann Arbor Center for Independent Living | Mary Stack from flats, rolling hills, and many challenging climbs. (734) 971-0277 | [email protected] League of Michigan Bicyclists | Rich Moeller www.independenceride.org (888) 642-4537 | [email protected] www.LMB.org
SAVE THE DATE SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2011
Henry Ford Health System’s Tour de Ford - Wheels that Heal event raises funds for the Tom Groth Patient Medical Needs Fund. Three ride options are available - 10 mile novice “fun ride”, 35 mile intermediate and 70 mile advanced rides. Riders may raise funds and earn a free custom jersey and other Tour de Ford swag. Keep updated with registration, route and riding tips by visiting the website - HenryFord.com/tourdeford
Sponsored by Henry Ford Emergency Departments.
16 8/6 Saturday 9TH ANNUAL TOUR DES LACS Start: Downtown Fenton; 8 am Distance: 100 mi, 15 km, 50 km, 100 km Fee: $30, after 7/15 $45; DOE Cyclists can challenge themselves to take on as many of the hilly, lakeside miles as they choose. The fields of sunflowers, corn and cows will provide a nice break for your legs in-between. All proceeds will be donated to U-M Congenital Heart Center. CycleFit Sports club | Kim Foerster (810) 750-8883 | [email protected] www.TDL4Charity.com
8/6 Saturday RIDE FOR THE CURE Start: Ann Arbor; 7 am Distance: 27, 57, 97 mi Fee: $75, after 5/1 $100, after 7/1 $125; DOE Ride for the Cure. Make a big impact towards a world without breast cancer by taking part in a physically challenging ride while raising a minimum of $500. Susan G Komen Mid-Michigan (517) 886-4901 | [email protected] http://midmichigan.info-komen.org/site/TR/ RacefortheCure/LAN
8/6 Saturday RIDE THE CHARX Start: Boyne City, Veteran’s Park; 7 am Distance: 20, 43, 62, 105 mi Fee: $30 with T-Shirt, after 7/23 $30; DOE Ride along the shores of Lake Michigan and Charlevoix with Northern Michigan scenery and rolling hills. Our metric century is among the hilliest in Michigan including THE WALL. Free ride on the Ironton Ferry on one route. Lunch, SAG, and food stops. Boyne Valley Lions Club & North Country Bicycle Club | Ralph Gillett (231) 582-6421 | [email protected] www.ridethecharx.org
8/6 Saturday 7TH ANNUAL MIND OVER MATTER ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION Start: Harrison Township, Metro Park-Metro Beach; 8 am Distance: 5, 25, 40 mi Fee: $10 to $ 40 (No Pledges Required); DOE For all ages! T-Shirt, Food, Water Stops, Ice Cream Cart included to ALL riders! All different ride distances have scenic water view. Pre-Registration “Highly” recommended to 1st 400 riders. Mind Over Matter 2011 Jersey Option for donation of $ 250. Alzheimer’s Association | Kristine Korpal (586) 876-0827 | [email protected] www.mindovermatter2010.com
8/7 - 8/11 Sunday - Thursday TOUR DA UP Start: Marquette, 1000 Silver Creek Rd; 9 am Distance: 50-60 mi per day Fee: $375 Ind, after 6/1 $400; DOE A five day on-road bike tour of Pictured Rocks and the central Upper Peninsula. Cost includes excellent SAG support, meals, camping, snacks at SAG stops, and t-shirt. Proceeds from this event benefit abused and neglected children in the U.P. Teaching Family Homes of Upper Michigan | Mike Smith (906) 249-5437 | [email protected] www.teachingfamilyhomes.org
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8/7 Sunday 8/13 Saturday 8/13 Saturday HINES PARK TIME TRIAL MAPLE LEAF GREEN CRUISE Start: Westland, Nankin Mills Picnic Area Hines Park; 7 am Start: Long Lake Park; 7 am Start: Ferndale Distance: 12 mi Distance: 20 mi flat, 30 mi hilly Distance: 5, 22, 40 mi Fee: $15 Juniors - $25 Seniors Fee: $20 Ind/$40Fam after 7/31 $25/$50; DOE Fee: Free; DOE Race against the clock on a out and back course closed to NEW DATE! This unique ride offers three “mix and match” loops. Detroit - 40 mile: Ride into Detroit and visit the River Walk, motorized traffic. Open to cyclist of all ages and abilities. If you You decide how many miles you want to ride. This allows more Dequindre Cut, Belle Isle, and a few surprises; stopping at the don’t have a time trial bike we have a race for you. Eddie Merckx “social time” between riders of different paces. Our cooks will be Hub and Wheelhouse. Birmingham - 22 mile: Progressive ride to category has NO areo equipment. A USA Cycling license required. grilling steaks, hot dogs, and veggie burgers! A one day license is available. Rapid Wheelmen | Mike Burden Birmingham and back. Stopping to pickup riders in Huntington Cycling Saddlemen | Allen Duncan (616) 531-6153 | [email protected] Woods, Southfield, Beverly Hills, Birmingham and Royal Oak. (313) 274-7465 | [email protected] www.rapidwheelmen.com/MapleLeaf Ferndale - 5 mile: Relaxed easy paced ride in Ferndale. Returning www.hinesparktt.com for the Green Cruise Parade at Noon. SAGs provided. Helmets and 8/13 Saturday signed waivers required. Riders must obey all traffic laws. Riders 8/7 Sunday CYCLE TO SERVE under 12 must be accompanied by adult. MINARD MILLS BICYCLE TOUR Start: Grand Rapids; 8 am Sierra Club | Tom Dusky AND WIENIE ROAST Distance: 15, 30, 60 mi, plus Family Fun Ride (248) 915-0222 | [email protected] Start: Jackson, 6700 Rives Junction Rd; 7 am Fee: $35 adults, $25 children; DOE www.michigan.sierraclub.org/semg/Green_Cruise.html Distance: 17, 22, 27, 44, 61, 100 mi A family-friendly ride in southwest Grand Rapids which also Fee: $17 Ind/$34 Fam, after 7/23 $22/$44; DOE serves as a great tune-up for DALMAC. Pledges encouraged as 8/19 - 8/21 Friday - Sunday Multiple loops from 17 - 100 miles, rural, paved, flat to gently all proceeds support Volunteers in Service and the hundreds of 3 TRAILS IN 3 DAYS rolling with light traffic. SAG stops, lunch including hot dogs families they serve every year. The Family Fun Ride is great for Start: Bay City, Midland & Saginaw; 9 am (regular & vegetarian), baked beans, chips, veggies, fruit, kids, parents and grandparents. Distance: 5, 10, 30 mi cookies & more, entertainment. Rain or shine. Volunteers in Service Fee: From $20 to $35; DOE Cascades Cycling Club | Dave Spencer (616) 459-7500 | [email protected] Fundraiser in support of the future Midland/Bay City/Saginaw (517) 784-4634 | [email protected] www.visgr.org connector trails. This event enables you to visit any or all of www.cascadescyclingclub.org the current Bay City RiverTrail/RiverWalk (August 19), Pere Marquette (August 20) and Saginaw trails (August 21) including a picnic and raffle on Sunday afternoon. Friends of the Pere Marquette Trail, Bay City & Saginaw Bike Advocacy & Dave Waite (989) 832-3793 | [email protected] Education Toolkits www.lmb.org/pmrt/ www.LMB.org/toolkit.html
GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN SATURDAY 5TH ANNUAL 08|20|11 GRAND CYCLING CLASSIC GRAND CYCLING CLASSIC www.GrCyclingClassic.com 2011 USPRO CRITERIUM GRAND CYCLING CHALLENGE CHAMPIONSHIPS A non-competitive ride, open to cyclists of all abilities
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Sunday - August 21st - 2011 Swartz Creek, Michigan
8/20 Saturday TOUR DE DICKINSON 8/21 Sunday Start: Iron Mountain; 8 am ASSENMACHER 100 Distance: 9, 18.5, 32, 45, 90, 100 km Start: Swartz Creek, 8053 Miller Rd; 7 am Fee: $5-$25 See Registration; DOE Distance: 20, 32, 52, 52, 100 mi Beginner to advanced riders welcome. SAG, food and beverage Fee: $12 Ind/$30 Fam, after 8/1 $17/$45; DOE supplied. Come and ride in the beautiful Upper Peninsula and A popular multi-distance ride on generally good low traffic 8/20 Saturday join downtown Iron Mountain’s Italian Fest for free! Visit our roads through the farmland and villages of Mid-Michigan. MAD BIKE RIDE website for early registration discounts and other information. Started in 1980, this ride has turned into one of Michigan’s Start: Ludington; 7 am Dickinson County Hospital Foundation | Erika Justus premier century rides and a popular DALMAC warm-up event. Distance: 14, 20 , 62, 100 mi (906) 776-5790 | [email protected] Genesee Wanderers Bicycle Club | Matt Assenmacher Fee: $25 Ind, $30 after 8/12; DOE www.tourdedickinson.com (810) 635-7844 | [email protected] Fundraiser for Hands Extended Loving People, a non- www.assenmachers.com/Assenmacher%20100.htm profit ministry that meets the needs of the economically 8/20 Saturday disadvantaged of Mason, Lake, Oceana and Manistee HABITAT FOR HUMANITY - BIKE TO BUILD LMB Counties. The ride consists of a choice of four routes of varying EVENT length, all of which cover some of the most beautiful scenes Start: DeWitt, Redeemer United Methodist Church; 8 am 8/26 - 8/28 Friday - Sunday of western Michigan. Routes skirt inland lakes as well as Distance: 20, 45, 75 mi WINNING CAMPAIGNS Lake Michigan. Frequent rest stops and a ride-end picnic is Fee: $25, after 8/1 $30; DOE TRAINING included. Ride North Lansing and Clinton County countryside to support Hands Extended Loving People (HELP) | Gene McClellan HFH of Lansing and Clinton County. SAG support, rest stops, (231) 843-6811 | [email protected] restrooms and snacks included. Eat lunch at DeWitt Ox Roast. www.helpmadride.com Free T-shirt if registered by 8/1. Helmets required. Habitat for Humanity Lansing & Clinton County | Ginny Noble (517) 374-1313 | [email protected] The Alliance for Biking & Walking selected LMB/ 8/20 Saturday www.habitatlansing.org Lansing, MI for one of their six 2011 winning 11-LEGGED LAKE TOUR campaigns trainings. The training is a three-day Start: Elk Rapids; 7 am 8/21 Sunday boot camp for bicycle and pedestrian advocates. See Distance: 25, 50, 100 km MOST TOUR (MUSKEGON advertisement on page 17 for more details. Fee: $25Ind/$65 Fam, after 7/20 $35/$75; DOE League of Michigan Bicyclists | John Lindenmayer Healthy breakfast featuring MI Farmboy/Flapjacks. Scenic OCEANA SCENIC TOUR) Start: Montague; 8 am (888) 642-4537 | [email protected] routes with SAGs around quaint villages, picturesque orchards www.LMB.org and the beautiful Chain O’Lakes. Rest stops with local and Distance: Friendly 25 mi, Challenging 50 mi, Hilly 75 mi Fee: $15 Ind/$30 Fam, after 8/14 $20/$40; DOE natural food fare. Delicious lunch. Raffle prizes. Proceeds to special charity. Ride past orchards, fruit stands and stop off at local Lake The Chalfonte Foundation | Rich & Cindy Giannini Michigan beaches. In addition to beautiful natural scenery, we 8/28 Sunday (586) 979-7135 | [email protected] provide maps, SAG stops and lunch for all riders. PEACH OF A RIDE www.chalfonte.org West Michigan Coast Riders Start: Memphis Junior High School; 7 am (231) 799-0008 | [email protected] Distance: 32, 60, 100 mi road, 26 mi dirt www.wmcoastriders.org/ Fee: $18 Ind/$40 Fam, after 8/21 $25/$55; DOE
8/20 Saturday The Peach of a Ride traverses the countryside of northern ONE DAY RIDE ACROSS 8/21 Sunday Macomb and St. Clair counties for 32, 60 or 100 miles. The MICHIGAN BIKE BENZIE TOUR 2011 slightly rolling terrain is lush farmland, apple orchards Start: Montague; 7am Start: Thompsonville, Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa; 7:30 am and forests making for an exhilarating escape from the Distance: 150 mi Distance: 15, 30, 45, 62 mi suburban routine. Fee: $30 by 4/1, $40 by 8/5, $50 by 8/19; DOE Fee: $24 Ind/$54 Fam, after 8/1 $28/$57; DOE Slow Spokes Bicycle Club | J. P. Wilhelm 152 miles in one day. Dip your rear wheel in Lake Michigan The Benzie Sunrise Rotary Club’s Third Annual Bike Benzie Tour (586) 247-6397 | [email protected] and dip your front wheel in Lake Huron. This ride is a benefit is hosted by Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa in Thompsonville, www.slowspokes.org for JDRF. Lunch/Dinner provided but no SAG support. MI. Proceeds from the Tour benefit area children charities. Third Coast Cycling, LLC | Chris Radford Benzie Sunrise Rotary Club | Tim Krause 8/31 - 9/4 Wednesday - Sunday (616) 402-0097 | [email protected] (231) 882 0791 | [email protected] DICK ALLEN TO MACKINAW www.odram.com www.bikebenzie.org CITY BIKE TOUR (DALMAC) Start: East Lansing; 7 am Distance: 280 – 400 mi Fee: TBD The Dick Allen Lansing to Mackinaw Bicycle Tour, which is a nationally known bicycle camping tour, was originated in 1971 by former State Representative Dick Allen of Ithaca. We feature five routes, following country roads whenever possible. Tri-County Bicycle Association | Patricia Trudgen (517) 887-3700 | [email protected] www.biketcba.org
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9/2 - 9/5 Friday - Monday MIDWEST TANDEM RALLY Save the Date Start: Ann Arbor; 2 pm Distance: 12, 25, 50, 75 mi October 9, 2011 Fee: see website; DOE A fun filled weekend in Ann Arbor, with daily rides from 12-75 miles. Many evening activities, vendors, and free lectures. But most of all enjoy the camaraderie of hundreds of other tandem teams riding through the parks of south eastern Michigan. www.tourdelivingston.org Michigan United Tandem Society | Joel Hakken (734) 213-7744 | [email protected] www.mtr2011.org
9/5 Monday 9/10 Saturday 9/17 Saturday DEBAETS-DEVOS ACDC RIDE HARBOR SPRINGS PRO AM CRITERIUM Start: Adrian; 8 am CYCLING CLASSIC Start: Auburn Hills Distance: 7, 14, 25, 50 mi Start: Harbor Springs, 7077 S. Lake Shore Dr; 8 am Distance: Race distances depending upon class Fee: $25 Ind/$60 Fam, after 8/27 $30/$70; DOE Distance: 20, 42, 62 mi Fee: TBD; DOE The 4th annual associated charities donate & cycle (acdc) ride Fee: $25 Ind, after 9/15 $30; DOE The 47th Annual Debaets Devos Pro Am Criterium will have something to offer riders of every sort. Family-friendly “Tunnel of Trees” (M-119) is a part of each route. Championships offer all race categories and junior racers race routes on the Kiwanis Trail bike path are available for novice Refreshment stations with great cookies, SAG service, BBQ free. Final race of the MBRA point series. Large cash purse. and casual riders, while more avid cyclists will be treated to lunch all included. T-shirts and lodging packages available. Cadieux BC/Team o2, Essex Brass | E.J. Levy 25 and 50 mile routes throughout beautiful Lenawee County. Great ride - friendly people. (248) 388-3854 | [email protected] Hang around afterward and enjoy live music, lunch, and more. Birchwood Inn www.riders4research.com Associated Charities of Lenawee County | Scott Elliott (231) 526-2151 | [email protected] (517) 315-9126 | [email protected] www.birchwoodinn.com/specialevents.html 9/3 Saturday www.velofolk.wordpress.com/ LABOR DAY 30 K CYCLE 9/17 Saturday CROSS & FAT TIRE RIDE 9/11 Sunday 2011 BIKE MS GREAT LAKES Start: Milford; 7:30 am MICHIGAN PINK TOUR FALL BREAKAWAY RIDE Distance: 30 km Start: Oxford Village Offices; 8 am Start: Brighton, Dodge Pavilion Island Lake Recreation Area; 9 am Fee: $30 ind, after 6/16 $35; $45 Race Day; DOE Distance: 45, 71, 100 mi Distance: 5, 9 mi mtn trls; 12, 24 mi road all day Ride mostly hard packed roads though beautiful Milford and Fee: 35 Ind/60 Fam, day off $50 Fee: $25/$30 plus $250 min. pledge; DOE Highland Twp. with lots hills. Great way to prepare for Iceman! Road tour to raise money for breast cancer. There are three Mountain Bike riders may choose from the 5 and 9 mile loops Awards for top three men and top three woman finishers. You loops to pick from starting and finishing in downtown Oxford. or combine them and continue to ride all day between 9 am can take it slow or make it a fast fun race. Come for the ride Lots of food and support. and 3 pm. For those of you who would prefer to ride on paved and stay for the Baker Burgers and Beer after the race along MPI-Main Street Kuhnhenn Brewing Racing | Karey Collins roads, choose either our 12 or 24 mile routes. with live entertainment. Pre and post race messages. Expo on (248) 505-0221 | [email protected] National Multiple Sclerosis Society, MI Chapter | Tammy Willis Friday/Saturday is race day. www.michiganpinktour.com (248) 936-0343 | [email protected] Huron Valley Athletic Club | Doug Klingensmith www.bikeMSmi.org (248) 685-7580 | [email protected] 9/11 Sunday www.laborday30k.com VINEYARD CLASSIC BICYCLE TOUR 9/17 Saturday Start: Paw Paw, 801 Hazen St; 8 am 2011 TRAIN-N-WHEELS BIKE TOUR 9/6 Monday Distance: 22, 39, 60 mi Start: Durand, downtown, east of Sandula Clock Tower ; 7:30 am LABOR DAY CANADIAN CENTURY Fee: $15 Ind/after 8/15 $20 Distance: 3, 12, 56, 32 mi Start: Grand Haven, Rock ‘n’ Road Cycle; 7:30 am The Vineyard Classic is part of the annual Paw Paw Wine Fee: $10 Ind/$30 Fam, after 9/1 $15/$35; DOE Distance: 100 km and Harvest Festival. The tour travels past lush vineyards This is a tour to raise funds to build a national railroad memorial Fee: Free; DOE and orchards at the peak of harvest season. Cyclists pass by that honors the men and women that supported the rail Ride 100 kilometers through the valley of the Grand River, woodlands, rivers, lakes, and neighboring villages. Homemade industry. The developed park will include the historic Durand breakfast in Allendale, returning well before noon for family cookies! Union Station over pass for pedestrians and cyclists. activities. Meet at Rock ‘n’ Road by 7:15 am to split in groups, leave Paw Paw Service League | Donna B. Oas National Railroad Memorial Inc. | Leslie Dietrich at 7:30 sharp. Pump tires and find your shoes the night before. (269) 657-6309 | [email protected] (989) 288-2378 | [email protected] Team Yogurt / Rock ‘n’ Road Cycle | Tim Meyer www.wineandharvestfestival.com/ www.nationalrailroadmemorial.com (616) 796-0010 | [email protected] 9/17 Saturday www.rocknroadcycle.com 9/17 Saturday PEAC’S CELEBRATION OF CYCLING 9/10 Saturday CLINTON RIVER TRAIL Start: Dearborn Heights, Warrendale Picnic Shelter; 7 am MICHIGAN RECUMBENT FALL CLASSIC Distance: 12, 35, 50, 75, 100 mi RALLY — WEST Start: Auburn Hills, Auburn & Squirrel Rd; 8:30 am Fee: $20 Ind/$40 Fam, after 9/7 $30/$60; DOE Start: Kalamazoo, WMU, Parkview Campus; 10 am Distance: 10, 16, 30, 40 mi Programs to Educate All Cyclists’ (PEAC) mission is to enhance Fee: None; DOE Fee: $20 Ind/$50 Fam, DOE $25 Ind/$55 Fam; DOE the lives of individuals with disabilities by using cycling for Test rides and info on recumbent bikes and trikes. Informal and Enjoy the beauty of Oakland County’s five-community Clinton transportation, integrated recreation, fitness, and therapy. open to the public. Drop by anytime whether or not you have River Trail at the 7th annual FCRT Fall Classic. Auburn Hills This popular event is held every year to raise funds to help a recumbent. Satisfy your curiosity about these hard to find Riverside Park registration, shirt, lunch and displays. Route individuals with disabilities become cyclists! vehicles. Dealers will be present. includes rest stop, trail map provided. Enjoy a scenic ride. Programs to Educate All Cyclists Wolverbents | Paul Pancella Friends of the Clinton River Trail | Ron Vogt (734) 484-2758 | [email protected] (269) 373-5413 | [email protected] (248) 852-0248 | [email protected] www.bikeprogram.org www.clintonrivertrail.org
20 9/17 Saturday 9/18 Sunday 9/24 Saturday “TAG” TIME TRIAL TOUR DE FORD 2011 - RIDE FOR RAVE-IONIA/ Start: Kinross WHEELS THAT HEAL MONTCALM, INC. Distance: 12.7 mi Start: Sterling Heights; 7 am Start: Stanton Fee: $1 per mile; DOE Distance: 10, 35, 70 mi Distance: 5-100 mi Same as the Spring event (see 5/14/2011). 12.7 mile event to Fee: $55, after 7/1 $65; DOE Fee: $25 Adult/$10 age13-17/Under 12 Free; DOE see how you have bettered yourself over the summer. Henry Ford Health System’s Tour de Ford - Wheels that Ride the Fred Meijer Heartland Trail in Montcalm County to Pro Sports | Dave Bourgeault Heal event raises funds for the Tom Groth Patient Medical support victims of domestic and sexual violence. RAVE-Ionia/ (906) 632-8161 | [email protected] Needs Fund. Three ride options are available - 10 mile Montcalm, Inc. provides free and confidential services. We novice “fun ride,” 35 mile intermediate and 70 mile are dedicated to a supportive, empathetic and violence free 9/17 - 9/18 Saturday - Sunday advanced. community! BIG MAC FALL SHORELINE TOUR & Henry Ford Health System | Renee Peck Relief After Violent Encounter-Ionia/Montcalm, Inc. | RIDE OVER THE MACKINAC BRIDGE (313) 874-4832 | [email protected] Erin Roberts Start: Mackinaw City, Recreation Complex; 7 am www.henryford.com/tourdefor (616) 527-3351 | [email protected] Distance: 25, 50, 75,100 mi www.raveim.org Fee: $20 after 9/1 $25 Bridge Ride $20; DOE 9/18 Sunday Fall Shoreline tour and country ride. Four tours to chose HOLLAND RIDE FOR CF from. SAGs, rest stops and marked route with map. Sunday Start: Holland; 8 am Mackinac Bridge ride for 13 and older. Ferry shuttle return. Distance: 18, 36, 62 mi Helmets mandatory. Fee: $20 Ind; after 8/1 $45 +fundraising; DOE Mackinaw City Chamber of Commerce | Kelly Vieau The First Annual Holland Ride for CF will lead you (231) 436-5574 | [email protected] through the beautiful West Michigan area. This is a fully www.mackinawchamber.com supported ride with rest stops every 10-15 miles. Help find a cure for CF! 9/17 Saturday Cystic Fibrosis Foundation-Greater MI Chapter-GR | Jay WARM KIDS OF GREATER Simon KALAMAZOO MICHIGAN (616) 956-6850 | [email protected] Start: Kalamazoo, Kal Haven Trail; 9 am www.hollandtourforcf.org Distance: 32 mi Fee: $15 Ind/$30 Fam; DOE 9/23 - 9/25 Friday - Sunday Warm Kids of Greater Kalamazoo is an Non-Profit Organization BIKETEMBERFEST which provides “NEW” coats, hats, scarves, mittens and boots Start: Harbor Springs, Boyne Highlands Resort; 9 am for children in ALL Kalamazoo Area Schools. Distance: 46 mi Warm Kids of Greater Kalamazoo MI | Rhonda Wiersma Fee: $50 Ride/$130 Hotel Package; DOE (269) 353-7448 | [email protected] This is not a race! Biketemberfest is a scenic 46 mile fall color bicycle ride and a weekend of parties 9/18 Sunday in one of the most beautiful areas of Michigan. IRISH HILLS TOUR Approximately 350 outdoor enthusiasts gather each Start: Sylvania, Ohio, Centennial Terrace; 7:30 am year to take part in this fun filled weekend. Distance: 10, 31, 62, 100 mi Zoo-De-Mackinac, Inc. | Greg Drawbaugh Fee: $15/$20; after 9/13 $20/$25; DOE (313) 821-8414 | [email protected] Tour the varied terrain of Southeast Michigan. Shorter loops www.zoo-de-mack.com mostly flat. Longer routes enter rolling hills and include lunch in Tecumseh. 9/24 - 9/25 Saturday - Sunday Hostelling International-Toledo Area | Patti Rapp 2011 BIKE MS GREAT LAKES (419) 250-0262 | [email protected] BAVARIAN BREAKAWAY RIDE www.hitoledo.org Start: Frankenmuth, Heritage Park, 601 Weiss St; 6:30 am Distance: 30, 50, 75, 100 mi 9/18 Sunday Fee: $25/30/40 plus $250 min. pledge; DOE LEELANAU HARVEST TOUR Cyclists may choose to ride one or two days on this figure Start: Maple City, Glen Lake High School; 7 am eight course which offers two different cycling routes. Distance: 25, 45, 62, 100 mi Each day will start and finish in beautiful Frankenmuth, Fee: $25 Ind/$60 Fam; after 8/31 $30/$70; DOE Michigan’s “Little Bavaria”. This is a great event for the Ride beautiful Leelanau County on excellent roads by whole family. orchards, wineries, dunes and through quaint villages. National Multiple Sclerosis Society, MI Chapter | The scenic terrain varies from flat to rolling with a few Tammy Willis challenging hills on each route. So come, ride and enjoy this (248) 936-0343 | [email protected] beautiful peninsula! www.bikeMSmi.org Cherry Capital Cycling Club | Ray Landfair (231) 946-0467 | [email protected] 9/24 Saturday www.leelanauharvesttour.org TOUR DE TROIT Start: Detroit, Roosevelt Park; 9 am Distance: 30 m + 100 km Fee: $30/$25 student; after 9/9 $35/$25 Motown Sans Motor! The 10th Annual Tour de Troit promises to be the biggest yet! Last year, 3,200 cyclists rode the streets of the Motor City. Enjoy the camaraderie and the sights and help raise funds for local greenways. Tour de Troit (313) 842-0986 | [email protected] www.tour-de-troit.org
21 9/24 Saturday ALGONAC CHAMBER BIKE TOUR Start: Algonac, Clay Twp Park; 7 am Distance: TBD Fee: $20 Ind; DOE A nice ride on Harsen Island along the water. Algonac Chamber | Robert weisenbaugh (810) 794-5511 | [email protected] www.algonacchamber.com
9/24 Saturday LE TOUR DE DONUT Start: Greenville; 9 am Distance: 10, 30 mi Fee: $25, after 9/1 $30, day of $35; DOE The “Tour de Donut” bike race is a spoof on the “Tour de France”. This appetizing 30 mile bike race is a fun race with rest stops every 10 miles where racers can rest and get DONUTS. For every donut eaten, 3 min are deducted from your time. Klackle Orchards Family Farm | Steve Klackle (616) 754-9223 | [email protected] LMB 10/8 Saturday www.klackleorchards.com EVENT 10/7 - 10/9 Friday - Sunday FAMILY BICYCLE TOUR- SUNRISE ADVENTURE FITZGERALD PARK 9/25 Sunday Start: Grand Ledge, Fitzgerald Park; 10 am 38TH APPLE CIDER CENTURY Start: Rogers City Distance: 40 & 60 mile daily options Distance: 12, 24 mi BICYCLE TOUR Fee: $3 adult/$2 child/$8 family; DOE Start: Three Oaks, River Valley Elementary School; 7 am Fee: See website (family rates) NEW fall dates! The 2011 Sunrise Adventure will Tour leaves from Fitzgerald Park in Grand Ledge at 10 am and Distance: 15, 25, 37, 50, 62, 75, 100 mi travels to the Country Mill on Otto Rd. This is a 12 mile one-way Fee: $35; after 5/31 $40 give riders a chance to experience the fall colors of the Lake Huron coastline at their peak. Normal ride or a 24 mile round trip ride. A recreational tour for families and casual riders limited to the Eaton County Parks | Jackie Blanc/Missy Norris first 5,500 registered riders. Children 12 and under ride free. temperatures at this time are perfect for great fall riding. The average high in the Rogers City area for (517) 627-7351 | [email protected] Pre-ride ice cream social/entertainment on Saturday evening. An www.eatoncountyparks.org all you can eat Spaghetti Dinner follows the ride. this period is 60 and the average low is 40. There is a unique maritime culture and natural beauty in Three Oaks Spokes Bicycle Club | Bryan Volstorf 10/8 Saturday (888) 877-2068 | [email protected] northeast Michigan. Bordered by Lake Huron, this region is abundant in state and national forest lands. FAMILY BICYCLE TOUR-FOX PARK www.applecidercentury.com Start: Potterville, Fox Memorial Park;11 am Known as the “Sunrise Shore”, it is likely you will be greeted each day with magnificent sunrises over Distance: 4 mi Lake Huron and spectacular fall colors. Fee: $2 per person/$8 per family; DOE October League of Michigan Bicyclists Tour departs from Fox Park in Potterville at 11 am. This is a 4 mile (888) 642-4537 | [email protected] round trip ride to the Country Mill. Cost for the Fox Park ride is $2 www.LMB.org per person or $8 per family. 10/1 - 10/2 Saturday - Sunday Eaton County Parks | Jackie Blanc/Missy Norris TOUR OF THE WHITE PINE TRAIL (517) 627-7351 | [email protected] Start: Comstock Park, White Pine Trail State Park; 6 am www.eatoncountyparks.org Distance: 184 m 10/7 - 10/9 Friday - Sunday Fee: $50/2-day tour, $40/1-day tour; DOE WALLOON LAKE TANDEM RALLY 10/9 Sunday The Tour of the White Pine Trail is a two-day, 184 mile color tour Start: Walloon Lake, Boyne Valley Lodge; 3 pm FALL COLORS BACK40 CHALLENGE by bicycle of the entire Fred Meijer White Pine Trail State Park Distance: 12, 25, 50, 75 m Start: Clarkston, Indepedence Elementary; 7:30 am from Grand Rapids to Cadillac and back. It is sponsored by Friends Fee: $225 per team; after 9/7 $250 Distance: 8, 14, 24, 48, 66 mi of the White Pine Trail, a non-profit that promotes, develops and The Walloon Lake Rally is unique. First its small, only 30 teams. Fee: $20 adult, $10 seniors & juniors; DOE maintains the trail. Second when you get back from the rides the fun keeps going Enjoy the changing Fall colors on this back roads tour over the Friends of the White Pine Trail | Dennis Hamel with cocktails and then dinner. By the time you leave on Sunday rolling hills of North Oakland County. Fat tire or cyclocross bikes (616) 258-3868 | [email protected] you will have made many new friends. are recommended for this ride on gravel roads. www.tourwpt.org Midwest Bike Tandem | Joel Hakken Flying Rhino Cycling Club | Pete Newbury (734) 213-7744 | [email protected] (248) 626-7000 | [email protected] www.flyingrhinocc.com 10/2 Sunday www.midwesttandems.com/events
BLUE WATER RAMBLE 10/8 Saturday 10/9 Sunday Start: St. Clair TREK WSD RIDE FOR BREAST TOUR DE LIVINGSTON Distance: 30, 45, 65, 100 mi CANCER AWARENESS Start: Brighton; 8 am Fee: $20; after 8/23 $25 Start: Warren, Macomb Bike & Fitness; 10 am Distance: 5, 9, 15, 29, 38, 62,100 mi & mtn bike options 30th International Bike Tour. Optional route to Canada (passport Distance: 10, 25, 40 mi Fee: $30/40, includes breakfast & lunch; DOE required) crosses St. Clair River by ferry. Fee includes ferry to and Fee: $25 Ind; DOE Enjoy the beautiful fall colors thru Livingston County on rural roads, from Canada. See Fall colors and freighters on river. Hot lunch Proceeds go directly to Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Online bike paths and thru state parks. The Tour de Livingston has become served in US for all routes. Post ride showers. and same day registration available. Complimentary lunch served a must do event! Price includes breakfast, lunch and enroute Clinton River Riders | John Tarantino following the ride. Raffle prizes drawn after lunch. hospitality stops. Commemorative Long Sleeve shirt $10. (586) 850-2485 | [email protected] Macomb Bike & Fitness Howell Rotary | Peter Bowen www.lmb.org/crr/ (586) 756-5400 | [email protected] (517) 230-3172 | [email protected] www.macombbike.com www.tourdelivingston.org
22 10/9 Sunday OCEANA DIRT TOUR Start: Shelby; 9 am Distance: 75, 50, 25 mi, only 2-3 mi paved KNOW THE LAW! Fee: $15 Ind; after 10/1 $20; DOE MICHIGAN BICYCLE LAWS This is a mountain bike tour. Cross bikes are welcome but may have some areas of difficulty. It features some cool two-track and excerpts from the Michigan Motor Vehicle Code seasonal roads. This ride should provides no less than two staffed food stops and support vehicles. Sec. 257.257 - Each person riding a bicycle upon a roadway has all of the rights and is subject to all of the duties West Michigan Coast Riders | Bryan Myers applicable to the driver of a vehicle … (231) 557-3396 | [email protected] www.wmcoastriders.org Sec. 257.660b - Individuals operating bicycles upon a highway or street shall not ride more than 2 abreast except upon a path or portion of the highway or street set aside for the use of bicycles. 10/9 Sunday BIKE YPSI FALL RIDE Sec. 257.660a - A person operating a bicycle upon a highway or street at less than the existing speed of traffic Start: Ypsilanti, Corner Brewery; 1 pm shall ride as close as practicable to the right-hand curb or edge of the roadway except as follows: Distance: 13, 33 mi (a) When overtaking and passing another bicycle or any other vehicle proceeding in the same direction. Fee: None; DOE (b) When preparing to turn left. A ride in celebration of fall, bicycles, fun and friends! Riders will have the opportunity to ride with slower or faster groups. A great (c) When conditions make the right-hand edge of the roadway unsafe or reasonably unusable by bicycles, ride to learn ‘road rules’, how to ride in groups, as well as to check including, but not limited to, surface hazards, an uneven roadway surface, drain openings, debris, parked or out parts of the Border to Border Trail! moving vehicles or bicycles, pedestrians, animals, or other obstacles, or if the lane is too narrow to permit a Bike Ypsi | Kristen Cuhran vehicle to safely overtake and pass a bicycle. (734) 330-0550 | [email protected] (d) When operating a bicycle in a lane in which the traffic is turning right but the individual intends to go www.bikeypsi.org straight through the intersection. 10/15 Saturday (e) When operating a bicycle upon a 1-way highway or street that has 2 or more marked traffic lanes, in COLORBURST BICYCLE TOUR which case the individual may ride as near the left-hand curb or edge of that roadway as practicable. Start: Lowell, Fallasburg Park; 8 am Sec 257.648 - Signals for stopping or turning; violation as civil infraction. Distance: 17, 30 ,62,100 mi paved, 30, 62 mi unpaved (3) When a signal is given by means of the hand and arm … Fee: $20 Ind/$40 Fam; after 9/30 $30/$60; DOE Since 1983, charity tour honoring Donna Ryskamp and Craig (a) Left turn - hand and arm extended horizontally. Campbell, cyclists killed by drunk drivers. Pancake breakfast, (b) Right turn - hand and arm extended upward. homemade cookies, hot beverages, soup lunch, and fantastic fall (c) Stop or decrease speed - hand and arm extended downward. colors. Full SAG on paved roads. Try our fun gravel road routes. (4) A person who violates this section is responsible for a civil infraction. Rapid Wheelmen Bicycle Club (616) 808-6585 | [email protected] Sec. 257.612 - Traffic control signals www.rapidwheelmen.com/colorburst (1) When traffic is controlled by traffic control signals … (c)(i) Vehicular traffic facing a steady red signal alone shall stop 10/16 Sunday (3) A person who violates subsection (1) or (2) is responsible for a civil infraction. EXHALE CHARITY RIDE Start: Metamora, White Horse Inn Sec. 257.671 - Stop Signs Distance: 20, 40 mi routes, 5 mi kids (3) A person who fails to obey a stop, yield, or merge sign erected pursuant to this section is responsible Fee: $20 minimum donation requested; DOE for a civil infraction. A dirt road exploration of the scenic “horse country” in northern Oakland County. Rolling hills and routes up to 43 miles but easily Sec. 257.662 - Bicycle Equipment modified. The ride stages from the historic White Horse Inn. Ride (1) A bicycle being operated on a roadway between 1/2 hour after sunset and 1/2 hour before sunrise shall leaders and maps provided for the marked course. be equipped with a lamp on the front which shall emit a white light visible from a distance of at least 500 Team o2/Cadieux BC | E.J. Levy feet to the front and with a red reflector on the rear which shall be visible from all distances from 100 feet to (248) 388-3854 | [email protected] 600 feet to the rear when directly in front of lawful lower beams of head lamps on a motor vehicle. A lamp www.ExhaleRide.com emitting a red light visible from a distance of 500 feet to the rear may be used in addition to the red reflector. Sec. 257.636 - Safe Passing Distance; violation as civil infraction November (1)(a) The driver of a vehicle overtaking another vehicle proceeding in the same direction shall pass at a safe distance to the left of that vehicle, and when safely clear of the overtaken vehicle shall take up
a position as near the right-hand edge of the main traveled portion of the highway as is practicable. 11/18 Sunday SILVER BELLS IN THE CITY For a complete list of Michigan bicycle laws visit: www.LMB.org LIGHTED BICYCLE PARADE Start: Downtown Lansing, Washington St. LMB will once again host a bicycle “float” entry in the Silver Bells in the City Electric Light Parade. We are inviting cyclists January 2012 1/1 Sunday from across the state to light up their bikes and join us for FIRST DOZEN this annual celebration which attracts over 150,000 people to Start: Dearborn 1/1 Sunday downtown Lansing. The parade is followed by the lighting of Distance: 12 Fee: TBD Michigan’s official Christmas tree and a fireworks show (weather POLAR RIDE Start the New Year right with a 12 mile ride through the Start: Clarkston, 6850 Hubbard Rd, Indepedence Elementary; 12 pm permitting) over the State Capitol. streets of west Dearborn. Snacks and hot soup at the end Distance: 7, 16 m Fee: $15 adult, $10 seniors & juniors; DOE League of Michigan Bicyclists | John Lindenmayer of the ride. Start the New Year right and enjoy a beautiful winter wonderland ride 888-642-4537 | [email protected] Cycling Saddlemen on snow covered dirt roads over the rolling hills north of Clarkston. www.LMB.org (313) 562-3318 | [email protected] Flying Rhino Cycling Club | Pete Newbury www.saddlemen.org (248) 625-7000 | [email protected]
23 FIXING A FLAT BEFORE YOU RIDE — THEFT PREVENTION BASIC TOOLS: ABC Quick Check Any lock can be broken, given enough time and the right • Spare tube tools, but there are ways to reduce the theft risk. • Tire lever A is for Air • Pump or inflator • Inflate tires to rated pressure listed on sidewall Precautions: • 6” crescent wrench of tire • If at all possible, take your bike indoors with you; next (if wheels bolted on) • Use a tire gauge to insure proper tire pressure best is locking it where you can still see it. Otherwise, • Patch kit • Check for damage to tread and sidewall; replace lock your bike in a highly visible area as close to your damaged tire destination as possible. A B RELEASE BRAKES: B is for Brakes • Always lock your bike, even if you’re just going to be A) On side-pull brakes • Inspect brake pads for wear; replace if less than ¼” gone for a minute or two; stealing an unlocked or there is usually a tension- remains improperly locked bike only takes a few seconds. release lever on side. • Check pad adjustment; make sure they do not • Never lock just your bike’s front wheel; you’ll come rub tire or “dive” into spokes back to find just the front wheel. B) On cantilever brakes • Check brake-lever “travel”; with brakes applied, • Lock your frame and wheels to something solid and remove cable from arm. you need at least 1” between the lever and permanent; a thief can lift a bike over and off a sign handlebar post. REMOVE WHEEL: is for Cranks, Chain and Cassette • Take anything removable — unlocked wheels, seats, C computers, lights, bike bags, etc. — with you; if you Unlock quick-release • Make sure crank bolts are tight; lube only the can remove it, anyone can. lever or loosen wheel threads, nothing else nuts and remove wheel • Check chain for wear; 12 links should measure from frame. no more than 12-1/8” long Locks & Cables: • If chain skips on freewheel or cassette, you may • “U” locks are the strongest; need an adjustment or new chain and free- cable locks are only a minor deterrent to a bike thief. If you UNSEAT TIRE: wheel/cassette can, remove your front wheel Use tire irons to unseat Q uick is for Quick Releases and U-lock it to the rear wheel tire from rim on one • Wheel hubs need to be tight in the bike frame; and the frame so that you fill side only. your hub quick release should engage at 90° • Hub quick releases should point to the back of the “U” of your U-lock. the bike to ensure they don’t catch on anything • You can add cables, locking quick-releases, and/or seat- (releasing the wheel) post bolts to secure your wheels and seat. • Inspect brake quick releases to ensure that brake • Try to lock your bike to: REMOVE TUBE: cables have been re-engaged A bike rack, when available. (Inverted-“U” bike racks Reach in to tire and pull is for “Check it over” have two points of contact, making it less likely your tube out. Generally first • Take a quick ride to ensure derailleurs and brakes bike will fall over.) • Don’t lock or cable your bike to: pull opposite the valve are working properly Fire hydrants or police and fire call boxes, electric stem. • Inspect the bike for loose or broken parts; tighten, fix, or replace them before you ride traffic-signal poles, poles in bus or loading zones, or • Pay extra attention to during the first few miles “crowding” an intersection, trees, or handicap ramps.
CHECK TIRE/ SIGNS AND SIGNALS Serial Numbers & Registration: TUBE: Obey all stop signs and signals; cyclists are not Even if the police recover your stolen bike, you won’t Check the tire and tube get it back without the serial number; they need proof for embedded objects exempt from traffic laws. Signal your intentions clearly such as glass, nails, etc. and in plenty of time. of ownership. If your bike-shop salesperson doesn’t show you your new bike’s serial number on the frame • Signal left turns by extending your left arm straight and on the sales paperwork, ask for it. Some communi- out to the left. ties will register the serial number to help you recover • Signal right turns with an upturned left arm. your stolen bike. INSTALL NEW • Signal stopping or slowing by extending your left TUBE: arm straight down with your palm facing rearward. Slightly inflate tube to give it shape. Put valve stem in first.
PUT TIRE ON RIM: Work tire back on rim, Left Turn Right Turn Slowing making sure not to pinch tube between rim and tire. Start with section ANATOMY OF A BIKE 3 by valve. Push valve 1 2 4 upwards to make sure it is 19 20 not caught between tire 18 5 17 6 and rim. 22 Look for your bicycle’s serial number in these locations. 7 PUMP TIRE: 21 Use your pump or infla- In Case of Theft: tor to re-inflate the tire. • File a police report at the local police station, with de- tails of the theft, including your bike’s serial number, and request a case number. 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 • Cite the case and serial numbers whenever you com- 1 Saddle 12 Crank Arm municate with the police. 2 Stem 13 Chain Ring • Follow up by phone periodically to see if your bike has A B REPLACE WHEEL: 3 Handlebars 14 Chain been recovered. Put the wheel back into 4 Brake/Shifters 15 Rear Derailleur • If you have purchased “scheduled item” insurance on the frame. Remember to 5 Headlight 16 Cassette/Freewheel & Rear Hub close the quick release 6 Front Brake 17 Fender your bike, contact your insurance agent. Otherwise, 7 18 mechanism or tighten Tire Rear Brake you must weigh the cost versus benefits of filing a 8 Rim 19 Reflector wheel nuts for the 9 Spokes 20 Seat Post homeowners-insurance claim. wheel. Also remember to 10 Front Hub 21 Front Derailleur reattach your brakes. 11 Pedals 22 Fork
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