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Get Out and Ride!
Ohio bicyclists have a splendid array of organized events to enjoy every year. The Ohio Bicycle Federation is pleased to help get the word out and encourage cyclists of every interest and every skill level to get out and ride! Here are some hints on how to get the most out of this Calendar and make your 2011 riding season great: Get current details —don’t just show up at last year’s place and time— organizers’ plans can and do change, or there may be an error in our listing! Look ahead: some events have entry deadlines weeks in advance of ride dates. Increasingly event listings offer Web site addresses where additional information can be found along with downloadable entry forms or online registration for immediate gratification. If requesting information by mail, be sure and send a self-addressed, stamped business-sized (#10) envelope to the address given. If you don’t send a SASE with your request, don’t expect a reply! Check the Web version of this Calendar at: www.OhioCycling.info for updates and corrections as the season progresses! Finally, consider subscribing and participating in our free Ohio rides email discussion list — details available here!Last
Updated: 9/14/2011
Supporting Rides —
A special category of events listed in this Calendar are those that
have pledged to donate $1 per rider toward the publication of the OBF’s
Ohio
Bicycle Events Calendar.
Look for the special symbol (seen here) and color designating these
events. Support the rides that help support this Calendar!Tours are noncompetitive group rides for cyclists of various ages and abilities. Tour organizers (usually bicycle clubs) normally charge a modest fee to cover services provided. Full-service tours, for example, typically offer a map, food stops, and road (“sag”) assistance. Fund-raisers may have higher entry fees to provide income for their causes. Budget tours and free rides usually offer few, if any, services. “Bike-a-thons” or pledge rides may or may not be operated in affiliation with a bicycle organization and raise money primarily through pledges of donations per mile each rider completes and may have a minimum pledge amount and entry fee.
Races are competitive events of various sorts. Multi-sport and BMX events are not listed in this Calendar. Sanctioned races are governed by the rules of a sanctioning body such as USA Cycling/USCF, American Bicycle Racing (ABR), or the National Off-Road Bicycling Association (NORBA). Those who wish to compete in sanctioned races must have racing licenses issued by the appropriate governing body; race-day licensing may be available. Citizen races are usually open to all comers (within age restrictions) and are a good way to give racing a try. See online references to types of races such as criteriums, road races, and mountain bike racing.
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TOSRV turns 50
TOSRV
co-founder Greg Siple addresses the 200 cyclists who assembled on the
Ohio Statehouse steps in 1967 for the start of the 6th annual tour.
Credit: Warren Walker.
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Touring Events
april
Saturday, 4/2. 39th WOODSTOCK. Westerville. A relatively-flat budget tour of 35/50/100 miles with road markings, maps provided. Columbus Outdoor Pursuits. 1525 Bethel Rd. Ste. 100; Columbus OH 43220-2054. (614) 442-7901. www.Outdoor-Pursuits.orgSaturday, 4/9. 3rd SHAUCK FIREMAN'S METRIC
CENTURY.
Johnsville. The event is an early spring ride of 40 or 62 miles over
flat to rolling terrain. Most riding is on public roads but 12 miles of
the B&O bike trail are included. Ride passes through Amish
community small towns where good food can be found. A budget ride with
on-call sag services and snack stop at the finish. Roads are low on
traffic, high on scenery. Marked route and map are included. All funds
help support Johnsville Volunteer Fire Department. Shauck Area Cyclist.
Kieth B. Elliott; 8041 Road 55; Lexington, OH 44904. (419) 362-7715. TandemRider@earthlink.netSaturday, 4/9. 44th SPOT. Canal Winchester. Fairly flat course of 35 to 102 miles with a few small hills. Budget tour with roads marked, maps provided. Columbus Outdoor Pursuits. 1525 Bethel Rd. Ste. 100
Columbus OH 43220-2054. (614) 866-8698. www.Outdoor-Pursuits.org
Saturday – Sunday, 4/9 – 4/10. BARKCAMP FUN RIDE. Belmont. Ohio Valley Mountain Bike Association. Quick Service Bike Shop; 701 N. Lincoln Ave.; Bridgeport, OH 43912. (740) 365-3700. www.QuickServiceCycle.com
Sunday, 4/10. 26th AFROST: A FREEBIE RIDE & OHIO SPRING TOUR. Amherst. A flat, early-season tour to test your fitness with a ride of 25/50/64 miles. Routes visit historic towns and villages in Lorain County. Lorain Wheelmen Bicycle Club; PO Box 102; Amherst, OH 44001-0102. www.LorainWheelmen.org
Saturday, 4/16. 19th THINK SPRING RIDE. Hudson. Routes of 15/25/35 rolling to hilly miles visit the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Short ride is on trail. Hot soup provided, participants bring other dishes to share. Bike gear swap. A free event but donations accepted supporting Valley Fire District. Akron Bicycle Club. Nancy Buchanan; PO Box 324; Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44222. (330) 749-6739. www.AkronBike.org
Saturday, 4/16. NIGHT RIDES ON THE OHIO & ERIE CANAL TOWPATH TRAIL. Massillon. Monthly rides of 15 miles after dark – times vary according to sunset. Helmet, bicycle head-, tail-light required. After-ride gatherings at Blue Heron Cafe. Ernie's Bike Shop. Debbie Lehman; 135 Lake Ave. NW; Massillon, OH 44647. (330) 832-2771. www.ErniesBikeShop.com
Sunday, 4/17. 37th MOC: MID-OHIO CENTURY. Delaware. Budget tour travels 35/65/100 miles of marked roads through Delaware, Morrow, Marion Counties. Fairly flat with a few small hills. Visits Alum Creek Reservoir. Century riders travel along Scioto River on return. Beautiful traditional TOSRV warm-up. Columbus Outdoor Pursuits. 1525 Bethel Rd. Ste. 100; Columbus OH 43220-2054. (614) 657-9669. www.Outdoor-Pursuits.org
Sunday, 4/17. 16th SICCO: SPRING IIN COLUMBIANA COUNTY OHIO. Columbiana. Visit charming towns and scenic countryside riding rolling to hilly loops totaling 32 or 60 miles. Lunch and snack stop included. Entry form on Web. Out-Spokin' Wheelmen: David Hughes; PO Box 838; Youngstown, OH 44501-0838. (330) 692-2468. www.OutSpokinWheelmen.com
Saturday, 4/23. 17th NIGHT RIDES ON THE TOWPATH. Peninsula. Free, fun ride for all skill levels covers 12-15 flat miles on Towpath Trail in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Helmet and bike lights required. Century Cycles; 1621 Main Street; Peninsula, OH. (330) 657-2209. www.CenturyCycles.com/goto/nightrides
Saturday, 4/30. 13th BLACK SWAMP BUDGET TOUR. Bowling Green. Explore the land of the Great Black Swamp via flat routes of 23/40/50/60 miles. Road markings and maps provided; purchase your own food and beverages in towns along the way. Return to start/finish on Slippery Elm Trail. Hostelling International – Toledo Area. Tour Director; PO Box 352736; Toledo, OH 43635-2736. (419) 243-7680. patsquire@juno.com
Saturday, 4/30. RIDE FOR THE RED. Bellefontaine. American Red Cross of Logan County. 105 N. Detroit St.; West Liberty, OH 43357. (937) 650-5000. www.MadRiverRedCross.org
DATE CHANGE DUE TO FLOODING: Saturday, 4/30. 10th ATHENS SPRING RIDE (AKA – TOM'S TRILLIUM TOUR). Nelsonville. A scenic ride accented by wildflowers, dogwoods, redbuds in bloom. Covers 30/50/60/70/100 rolling to hilly miles, final 12 miles over flat, scenic bikeway. A budget tour: maps and markings provided; no advance registration. Athens Bicycle Club. Tom Wolf. (740) 594-1154. www.AthensBicycleClub.org
may
Sunday, 5/1. 15th KLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ. Huron. A free ride in the Firelands area of Northwestern Ohio. Small towns and a few hills make it interesting. No services, no markings, no other services. Just a map and good companionship on 50/85 rolling miles. Medina County Bicycle Club. Richard DeLombard; PO Box 230; Huron, OH 44839. http://mysite.ncnetwork.net/res117bnp/id5.htmlSunday, 5/1. TOP OF OHIO. Hilliard. Varied terrain, flat to hilly, on this budget tour of 25/45/70/100 miles. Longer routes carry riders past highest point in Ohio. Columbus Outdoor Pursuits. 1525 Bethel Rd. Ste. 100; Columbus OH 43220-2054. (614) 735-6420. www.Outdoor-Pursuits.org
CHANGED DATE: Sunday, 5/1. 2nd DAYTON CYCLING CLUB FOUNDER'S DAY RIDE. Vandalia. Ride to Troy for lunch at Frisch's Big Boy in celebration of Dayton Cycling Club's 50th anniversary. A free, 34-mile round trip. No registration, either! Dayton Cycling Club. Chuck Smith; PO Box 69; Vandalia, OH 45377. (937) 890-6689. www.DaytonCyclingClub.org
Saturday, 5/7. 5th TOUR DE FOREST. Eclipse Company Town. Part of the Appalachian Spring Festival, features rides of 19/32/45/70 flat to very hilly miles on the Hockhocking Adena Bikeway and the scenic country roads of Southeastern Ohio. Lunch at the festival. Online entry available. Little Cities of Black Diamonds. Bob Eichenberg; 7250 Roundhouse Rd.; New Marshfield, OH 45766. (740) 664-6971. bobeichenberg@yahoo.com
Saturday – Sunday, 5/7 – 5/8. 50th TOSRV: TOUR OF THE SCIOTO RIVER VALLEY. Columbus. Grandaddy and inspiration for classic full-service tours in Ohio and across the nation, TOSRV celebrates its 50th anniversary this year! Riders travel from Columbus to Portsmouth for an overnight stay and return the next day: 105 rolling to hilly miles each day. Entry Deadline: April 15. Columbus Outdoor Pursuits. TOSRV; PO Box 16003; Columbus, OH 43216-6003. www.TOSRV.org
Schoolhouse Hill, TOSRV 2008, by Greg Siple.
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Friday, 5/13. NIGHT RIDES ON THE OHIO & ERIE CANAL TOWPATH TRAIL. Massillon. Ernie's Bike Shop. Debbie Lehman; 135 Lake Ave. NW; Massillon, OH 44647. (330) 832-2771. www.ErniesBikeShop.com
Saturday, 5/14. 2nd PAJAMA PARTY NIGHT RIDE FOR CLEVELAND BIKE WEEK. Peninsula. A free “slumber party” on two wheels! Covers 12 to 15 flat miles on Towpath Trail within the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Wear bike-safe “jammies!” Helmet and bike lights required. Century Cycles. 1621 Main Street; Peninsula, OH. (330) 657-2209. www.CenturyCycles.com/goto/nightrides
Saturday, 5/14. 2nd FRONTIERSMAN BICYCLE POKER RIDE. Urbana. Choose from a 15-mile route entirely on the Simon Kenton Trail or add the 10-mile road loop for a total of 25 flat to rolling miles. Includes refreshments, lunch, eligibility for prizes. Proceeds benefit trail maintenance and development in Champaign County. Rider Limit: 500. Entlry Deadline: May 1. Simon Kenton Pathfinders. Kent Tullis; PO Box 91; Urbana, OH 43078. (937) 207-8940. www.SimonKentonPathfinders.org
Saturday, 5/14. 5th THE BUGGY RIDE. Kenton. Experience the Old Order Amish as you ride through picturesque countryside with its historic landmarks, winding river roads, flat to rolling terrain. Routes of 7/16/30/60 miles. Amish bread, snacks at every stop. Homemade noodles and cookies at finish. Hardin Leadership – 2. Laura Wingfield; PO Box 21; Kenton, OH 43326. (419) 674-1680. www.HardinLeadership.com
Wednesday, 5/18. RIDE OF SILENCE. Cincinnati Area. Join in remembering our fallen and injured with a silent ride from several Cincinnati starting points, converging on Fountain Square for speeches and memoriam. Cincinnati Cycle Club. PO Box 43441; Cincinnati, OH 45243-0441. www.CincinnatiCycleClub.org
Wednesday, 5/18. RIDE OF SILENCE. Toledo. A ride of rememberance for cyclists killed on the road. Several stops along the way to memorialize specific individuals. See Web site for updated details. TAB, HI-TA, MVW. Keith Webb; 6906 Shooters Hill Rd.; Toledo, OH 43617. (567) 225-4032. www.BikeToledo.com
Friday - Sunday, 5/20 - 5/22. 16th NO FRILLS TANDEM WEEKEND. Seville. Get together with fellow tandem teams for riding and socializing: ride each day or any combination of flat to rolliing, tandem-friendly routes of 20/38/47/57 miles visiting beautiful Overton Valley, Canal Fulton, Rouges Hollow. Maps provided. Akron Bicycle Club & Orrville Cycling Club. Mark & Joyce Lange; 447 Whitestone Cir.; Wadsworth, OH 44281. (330) 607-1943. NoFrills.SteveLange.com
Saturday, 5/21. 37th HUFFMAN SPRING CLASSIC. Dayton. Explore the Miami Valley on this unofficial GOBA tune-up ride. Routes up to 100 miles on flat to rolling terrain. Dayton Cycling Club. PO Box 94; Dayton, OH 45409-0094. (937) 335-3096. www.DaytonCyclingClub.org
Saturday, 5/21. 6th RIDING FOR A REASON. Wheeling, W. Va. Choose from routes of 26/40/60/80/100 miles in the northern panhandle of West Virginia and southwest Pennsylvania: 26/40 on new trail along Ohio River; 60/80/100 scenic and hilly. Century has 7,500 feet of climbing. Full service with barbeque at finish. Young Life of the Upper Ohio Valley. Marty Morrison; PO Box 31; Colerain, OH 43916. (740) 391-1902. RidingForAReason.org
Saturday, 5/21. FAMILY FUN BIKE FEST. London. Family-oriented event with bicycle safety and maintenance education, bike rodeo, flat 15-mile scavenger hunt ride on Roberts Pass Trail. Details and registration online. Friends of Madison County Parks and Trails. PO Box 308; London, OH 43140. (614) 205-6754. www.fmcpt.com
Saturday, 5/21. 2nd TOUR DE H2O. Columbus. Fuly-supported fundraiser for construction of water wells in dry, rural areas of East Africa. Three relatively flat, marked, scenic route choices: 10/25/50 miles. Online entry. Steve Hurt; 881 Gatehouse Ln.; Columbus, OH 43235. (614) 505-0213. www.TourDeH2O.org
Saturday, 5/21. CHILI RIDE. Cincinnati. Full-service tour of 38 to 100 miles, mostly flat to rolling. Travel some of Southwestern Ohio's best cycling country with optional chili dinner at finish. Family fun day with activities for kids! Rider Limit: 500. Cincinnati Cycle Club. PO Box 43441; Cincinnati, OH 45243-0441. www.CincinnatiCycleClub.org
Saturday, 5/21. NEED
TO FEED RIDE.
Sterling. A tour through scenic Wayne County. 14-mile loop on paved
rails-to-trails paths. Longer rides, 30/60 miles, run through the
beautiful Overton Valley area and include a couple of challenging
climbs. Support and rest stops provided. Proceeds benefit the hungry.
Entry forms available online. West Hill Baptist Church. Mark Belmont;
11898 Friendsville Rd.; Creston, OH 44217. (216) 570-0595. WestHillBaptistChurch.comLATE ENTRY: Saturday, 5/21. GOATS NO-FRILLS SPRING RIDE. Plain City. Join tandem teams from across Ohio as this organization is brought back to life. Two routes from wich to choose:45 or 65 flat miles great for tandem cruising! Enjoy the riding and companionship of other Ohio captains and stokers. Small donation requested to defray costs. Greater Ohio Area Tandem Society. Gary Solomon; 12282 Raintree Ave. NW; Pickerington, OH 43147. (614) 863-3606. garysolo1@yahoo.com.
Sunday, 5/22. CANALWAY BICYCLE POKER RUN. Massillon. Riding either 15- or 22-miles on the Towpath Trail, cyclists stop to draw cards at checkpoints. Top 10 hands win prizes - so do jokers! Per-hand entry fee. All ages welcome. Proceeds benefit local trail projects. Massillon Area Greenways, Inc. & Stark County Bicycle Club. Debbie Lehman; Ernie's Bicycle Shop; 135 Lake Ave. NW; Massillon, OH 44647. (800) 291-0099. www.ErniesBikeShop.com
Saturday, 5/28. COVERED BRIDGE TOUR. Brookville. Cycle through scenic Preble County on routes of 23/45/74/100 rolling to hilly miles visiting up to 10 authentic covered bridges. Dayton Cycling Club. Mark Buchwalder; 423 Volusia Ave.; Dayton, OH 45409. www.DaytonCyclingClub.org/covered_bridge.htm
Saturday, 5/28. 11th JJJ: JERRY'S JEROMESVILLE JOURNEY. Oberlin. A free century tour with a 50-mile cutoff visits the rolling and hilly portions of southern Lorain and northern Ashland Counties. Named in honor of founder Jerry Warnke. Lorain Wheelmen Bicycle Club. PO Box 102; Amherst, OH 44001-0102. www.LorainWheelmen.org
Sunday, 5/29. 5th WHEELING HERITAGE TRAIL BICYCLE TOUR. Wheeling, W. Va. Full-service tour including tee shirts (for first 100) covering 10/25/62 flat to hilly miles -- very hilly on the 62-miler. Ohio Valley Trail Partners. Quick Service Bicycle Shop; 701 N. Lincoln Ave.; Bridgeport, OH 43912. (740) 635-3700. www.OhioValleyTrailPartners.org
june
Saturday, 6/4. 17th PEDAL-WITH-PETE TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE. Kent. A full-service fundraiser benefiting cerebral palsy research. Routes of 7/17/40/60 flat to rolling miles travel scenic, rolling hills and some challenging climbs on the 60-mile ride. New “family-friendly” 7-mile route explores Kent State Campus. Pedal-With-Pete: Guy Russ; PO Box 274; Kent, OH 44240. (800) 304-7387. www.PedalWithPete.comSaturday, 6/4. CYCLEBRATION. Cincinnati. Join the party as we usher out bike month 2011. Cincinnati Cycle Club. PO Box 43441; Cincinnati, OH 45243-0441. www.CincinnatiCycleClub.org
Saturday, 6/4. 4th DEPOT DAY. Oberlin. Free, unsupported ride with maps provided of four different 25-mile loops. Ride when and how far you want: 25/50/75/100 flat to rolling miles. Loop design provides for restrooms and water no more than 13 miles away. Oberlin Mt. Zion Baptist Church will sell baked goods, pizza slices, sports drinks at loop start/finish. Silver Wheels Cycling Club. Steve Woosley; 187 Pasadena Ave.; Elyria, OH 44035. (440) 387-7915. sjw440@hotmail.com
Saturday, 6/4. HOOT: HEART OF OHIO TOUR. Carroll. Budget tour covering 38 – 100 miles, longer routes are hilly. Columbus Outdoor Pursuits. 1525 Bethel Rd. Ste. 100; Columbus OH 43220-2054. (614) 506-8294. www.Outdoor-Pursuits.org
Saturday, 6/4. 28th HOT TAMALE. Waldo. Full-service tour offering “the best” homemade cookies, fresh strawberries, friendly food stops. Routes of 8/16/32/64 flat miles to please cyclists of all abilities. Eight-miler is a “family fun route.” Heart of Ohio Tailwinds. Mike & Janine Williams; 1166 Bellefontaine Ave.; Marion, OH 43302. (740) 382-9952. www.hot-tamale.org
LATE ENTRY: Saturday, 6/4. NIGHT RIDE ON THE TOWPATH TRAIL BENEFIT. Valley View. A 12-mile moonlit ride starting at Thornburg Station, heading south for snacks and beverages at the turnaround, then back. Proceeds benefit the Ronald McDonald House of Cleveland. Helmet and headlight required. More information and online entry available on Web site. Century Cycles. (330) 657-2209. www.CenturyCycles.com/goto/RMH
Saturday & Sunday, 6/4 & 6/5. 29th MARIETTA RIVER RENDEZVOUS. Duncan Falls. Ride along the west side of the scenic Muskingum River, past several historic hand-cranked locks to Marietta and return on the east side of the river the next day. Baggage shuttle to college dorm and local hotels. Snack stops, lunches, pasta dinner included. Strawberries and ice cream after first day's ride and a sternwheeler evening cruise. Flat to rolling with several significant hills on 65 miles each day. Rider Limit: 400. Entry Deadline: May 20. Marietta Rowing & Cycling Club: Rick Ralston; PO Box 223; Marietta, OH 45750. rick@RickRalston.com
Sunday, 6/5. 3rd FLAG CITY CHARITY TOUR. Findlay. Entry fees benefit Cancer Patient Services of Findlay on this full-service fundraiser. Tee shirts included for all, lunch provided by Subway. Routes cover 18/30/60 mostly-flat miles through Hancock and surrounding counties. Entry Deadline: May 27. Hancock Handlebars Bicycle Club. Destrey Roeber: (419) 425-1759.
Sunday, 6/5. 16th TROY STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL BIKE TOUR. Troy. A comfortable ride through scenic Miami County. Sections of the tour run along the Miami and Stillwater Rivers. Starts and ends near the strawberry festival where you can find arts, crafts, music, and more than 60 food vendors. Showers available. Rider Limit: 600. Entry Deadline: May 27. Troy Strawberry Festival. 405 SW Public Square; Troy, OH 45373. (937) 339-7714. GoStrawberries.com
Sunday, 6/5. RIDEUNITED. Cleveland. Fundraiser with routes of 4/12/25/43/86/100 flat to hilly miles. A fully-supported ride traversing scenic byways and the Towpath Trail from Cleveland to Akron. Ride one-way or round-trip between the cities! Breakfast, lunch, rest stops included. Four-mile Family Ride is downtown Cleveland only. United Way of Greater Cleveland: Michelle Battle; 1331 Euclid Ave.; Cleveland, OH 44115. (216) 436-2121. RideUnited.org
Saturday, 6/11. JUST ANOTHER BIKE RIDE. Columbus. Tandem bikes and captains needed to provide riding opportunities for some who cannot see or cannot walk. Trail ride: 16 miles. Trail/road ride 40 miles. Bring your own lunch on this free event. American Council of the Blind – Ohio; Cycling for All, YayBikes! Patricia Kovacs: (614) 476-9093. pkovacs@att.net
Saturday, 6/11. NIGHT RIDES ON THE OHIO & ERIE CANAL TOWPATH TRAIL. Massillon. Ernie's Bike Shop. Debbie Lehman; 135 Lake Ave. NW; Massillon, OH 44647. (330) 832-2771. www.ErniesBikeShop.com
Saturday,
6/11. BREAK THE CYCLE BENEFIT.
Wooster. Ride to raise awareness and reduce stigma of addiction starts
at OSU's beautiful Agricultural and Technical Institute. Families can
ride loops on quiet campus roads and stop for ice cream. Others can
explore the rolling hills of Wayne and Holmes Counties and Amish
country. Routes of <10/25/50/100 miles are sag-supported. Showers
available at finish. Preregistration online. Water bottles and tee
shirts to all. STEPS. Russ Welty; 1201 Forest Dr.; Wooster, OH 44691.
(330) 464-7777. BTCBenefit.orgSaturday, 6/11. 7th WORLD OF WILDLIFE TOUR. Warren. Ride proceeds benefit Trumbull County portion of the Western Reserve Greenway. Except for the first and last miles, riders will use the greenway in Trumbull and Ashtabula Counties covering 20/40/62 flat miles. Snack stops included. Helmet Required. Friends of the Western Reserve Greenway: Dave Ambrose; PO Box 1788; Warren, OH 44482-1788. (330) 647-3666. WOWmail@trumbullmetroparks.org
Saturday, 6/11. GO BANANAS TOUR. Wilmington. Ride around the Clinton County area, fully supported, held in conjunction with local Banana Split Festival. Enjoy a complementary banana split at the end of your ride of 31/62/100 flat to rolling miles.Clinton County Outdoor Enthusiasts. http://ccoeclub.org/
Saturday,
6/11. INDIAN LAKE FIREWORKS FUND RIDE.
Lakeview. A beautiful 15/30/60 miles of riding around Indian Lake and
Logan County. Sag support, tee shirt, rest stops, food, door prizes
provided. Swim at Old Field Beach after the ride. Preregistration
available online. Indian Lake Area Chamber of Commerce. 8200 State
Route 366 Ste. D; Russells Point, OH 43348. (937) 843-5392. www.IndianLakeChamber.orgSaturday, 6/11. 17th NIGHT RIDES ON THE TOWPATH. Peninsula. Free, fun ride for all skill levels covers 12-15 flat miles on Towpath Trail in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Helmet and bike lights required. Century Cycles; 1621 Main Street; Peninsula, OH. (330) 657-2209. www.CenturyCycles.com/goto/nightrides
Saturday, 6/11. STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL BICYCLE TOUR. London. A “berry-nice” tour of 21/56/100 flat to rolling miles travels winding, scenic rural Madison, Clark, Fayette, and Greene Counties. Short route remains on the Prairie Grass Trail. Longer distances venture to Jamestown and South Charleston. Friends of Madison County Parks and Trails. PO Box 308; London, OH 43140. (614) 205-6754. www.fmcpt.com
Saturday, 6/11. 20th TOUR DE CURE. Westerville. Flat to very hilly riding on routes of 12/30/60/100 miles. 12-miler is intended for families. Tour de Cure is the only ride in Central Ohio dedicated to finding a cure for diabetes. American Diabetes Association: Tricia Horst, Mgr.; 471 E. Broad St. Ste 1630; Columbus, OH 43215. (614) 436-1917 X 6622. Thorst@diabetes.org
Saturday,
6/11. 2nd Y RIDE?.
Middletown. Tour scenic SW Ohio on swept roads with routes of 22 to 83
miles. Full-services. “Family Fun Ride” on riverside bike trail. Longer
routes travel along streams, visit farmland, covered bridges. Multiple
loops may be assembled for even longer distances. Shower facilities
available. Register online. Organized by cyclists, for cyclists! Y
Ride? Because it's fun! Great Miami Valley YMCA: Vickie Frazer; 1020
Manchester Ave.; Middletown, OH 45042. (513) 267-9946. GetMeRegistered.com/YRideSunday, 6/12. SUNDAY IN JUNE. Burton. Scenic ride through the heart of Northeast Ohio's Amish countryside. Routes of 25/50/63/100 rolling to hilly miles. A full-service classic tour, includes rest stops, marked roads, maps, hot lunch. Entry form and more on Web site. Cleveland Touring Club. Matt Sobel; 5534 Saint Thomas Ln.; Madison, OH 44057-1799. (216) 570-1799. www.ClevelandTouringClub.org
Sunday, 6/12. 5th RIDE CINCINNATI. Cincinnati. Starts from Cincinnati's Central Riverfront crossing the Ohio River on an historic pedestrian bridge, the ride travels Northern Kentucky before returning to the riverfront. Covers 8/18/26/445/62 rolling miles. Refreshments, food vendors, live entertainment celebrates completion. Fundraiser for Breast Cancer Research. Ride Cincinnati Foundation: Kathy Nullmeier; PO Box 531518; Cincinnati, OH 45253-1518. (513) 347-3255. www.RideCincinnati.org
Saturday, 6/18. 3rd CLEMENS CYCLE FOR CANCER. Centerville. Scenic fundraiser in South Dayton offers rolling 10/25/50 miles of flat to hilly riding. The full-service, food-rich event beings with breakfast, includes refreshments, post-ride lunch. Proceeds support cancer treatment options for those in financial need. More information and registration available online. Miami Valley Hospital South and MVH Foundation. 31 Wyoming St.; Dayton, OH 45409. (937) 208-2700. MVHFoundation.org
Saturday, 6/18. TOUR OF MERCER COUNTY. Sharon, Penn. Resurrection of an old favorite this full-service ride explores the outer reaches of the county. Rides of 12/32/65/100 miles visit rolling to hilly countryside and seldom-seen locations. Rider Limit: 500. Benefits area recreational trails. Mercer County Trails Association: Mike Kotyk; PO Box 1553; Hermitage, PA 16148. www.MCTrails.org
CORRECTED "YEAR" AND PHONE NUMBER: Saturday – Saturday, 6/18 – 6/25. 23rd GOBA: GREAT OHIO BICYCLE ADVENTURE. Kenton. Full-service tour traveling a circuit route of 40 - 60 flat to rolling miles per day for seven days of cycling through regional Ohio. This year visiting four other towns in rural Ohio. GOBA is a rolling village, camping nightly in a different town, entertainment and attractions arranges just for GOBA-ites. Entry Deadline: May 18. Rider Limit: 3,000. Columbus Outdoor Pursuits. 1525 Bethel Rd. Ste. 100; Columbus OH 43220-2054. (614) 273-0811. www.GOBA.com
Saturday, 6/25. OHIO DOUBLE CENTURY. Plain City. Can you ride 200 (a double century) miles in 16 hours? This full-service ride challenges endurance for a total-distance goal of 150 to 200 miles. Full details at Web site. Columbus Outdoor Pursuits. www.Outdoor-Pursuits.org
Saturday, 6/25. 17th NIGHT RIDES ON THE TOWPATH. Peninsula. Free, fun ride for all skill levels covers 12-15 flat miles on Towpath Trail in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Helmet and bike lights required. Century Cycles; 1621 Main Street; Peninsula, OH. (330) 657-2209. www.CenturyCycles.com/goto/nightrides
NAME CHANGE: Saturday, 6/25. 8th BUCKEYE BRIDGE RIDE. Eaton. Explore the countryside of Preble County and visit historic covered bridges along the way. Features rides of 15/35/55/75 hilly miles. Preble County Jr. Fair Board & United Way of Preble County. Amanda Heitzman; 1138 Alexander Rd.; Eaton, OH 45320. (937) 681-6002. http://www.preblecountyfair.org/
Saturday, 6/25. NORWALK CENTURY RIDE. Norwalk. Five routes from which to choose include a 6-mile, in-town family ride; 14/25/25/37 mile loops can total up to 100 miles of scenic flat to rolling ride. Refreshments, prizes included. Norwalk Parks & Recreation: Niki Cross; 100 Republic St.; Norwalk, OH 44857. (419) 663-6775 X 30. www.NorwalkOH.com
Saturday & Sunday, 6/25 & 6/26. 22nd MS BIKE-TO-THE-BAY. Maumee. Pledge ride travels scenic back roads to Port Clinton with four route options: 35/50/75/100 flat to rolling miles. Full support, baggage/tent transport. Includes Jet Express ticket to Put-In-Bay. Register online. National MS Society – Northwestern Ohio Chapter: Alberta Hunt; 401 Tomahawk Dr.; Maumee, OH 43537. (419) 897-9533 option 2. NationalMSSociety.org/oho
Sunday, 6/26. 36th PORTAGE RIVER TOUR. Elmore. Follow the meanders of the Portage River from its origins towards Lake Erie. Lunch for all at Portage River Festival. Ten-mile route is 95 percent on paved bike path – excellent choice for families with small kids. Longer routes of 31/62/100 flat miles travel paved rural roads. Hostelling International – Toledo Area. Tour Director; PO Box 352736; Toledo, OH 43635-2736. (419) 243-7680. www.HIToledo.org
july
Saturday, 7/2. LONDON TO BRIGHTON BICYCLE TOUR. London. A London Bicentennial family-oriented bicycle tour. Round-trip is about 25 flat to rolling miles through rural Madison and Clark Counties. Details and entry form available online. Friends of Madison county Parks and Trails. PO Box 308; London, OH 43140. (614) 205-6754. www.fmcpt.comSunday,
7/3. RAIL 'N TRAIL AND ROAD ROUTE RAMBLE.
Independence. Two rides in one, something for everyone! Ride the
Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad to Akron, ride your bike 27 flat miles
back. Or, for the more seasoned rider, three road routes: 50/62/100
rolling to hilly miles in, out, and around beautiful Cuyahoga Valley
National Park. Full-service tour with deluxe lunch, entertainment. Rider Limit: 450. Entry Deadline: June 24.
Lake Erie Wheelers: Dan Izuka; PO Box 26146; Fairview Park, OH 44126.
(440) 734-5777. www.rail-n-trail.orgMonday,
7/4. 16th VANDALIA FREEDOM TOUR.
Vandalia. Enjoy the holiday on rides of 5/10/31/62 miles over flat to
rolling terrain. Short rides make fantastic family events with lots of
fun prizes for kids. Longer routes take cyclists through picturesque
area of the northern Miami Valley in Miami and Montgomery Counties.
Special surprises for everyone. Full-service with sag support, tee
shirts, lunch, water bottles and more. Vandalia-Butler Optimist Club:
Steven Reed; PO Box 124; Vandalia, OH 45377. (937) 414-7602. info@VandaliaFreedomTour.orgFriday, 7/8. 17th NIGHT RIDES ON THE TOWPATH. Peninsula. Free, fun ride for all skill levels covers 12-15 flat miles on Towpath Trail in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Helmet and bike lights required. Century Cycles; 1621 Main Street; Peninsula, OH. (330) 657-2209. www.CenturyCycles.com/goto/nightrides
Friday, 7/8. NIGHT RIDES ON THE OHIO & ERIE CANAL TOWPATH TRAIL. Massillon. Ernie's Bike Shop. Debbie Lehman; 135 Lake Ave. NW; Massillon, OH 44647. (330) 832-2771. www.ErniesBikeShop.com
Saturday,
7/9. 40th LAND OF LEGEND TOUR.
Newark. Route options of 32/62/100 miles wind along scenic back roads
of Licking and Knox Counties visiting some of the most beautiful trails
and back roads in Ohio. The full-service tour's 32-mile route features
paved bike paths and country roads, flat to rolling with a few short
hills – visits communities and landmarks of Licking County. The 62- and
100-mile routes are just as beautiful but add a few more significant
hills. Proceeds support maintenance and preservation of trail systems
located in Licking County. Licking County YMCA: Edward Bohren; 470 W.
Church St.; Newark, OH 43055. (740) 345-9622. Edward.Bohren@lcfymca.orgSaturday,
7/9. 18th WYANDOT COUNTY FAMILY BICYCLE TOUR.
Upper Sandusky. Ride starts and finishes at Bicentennial Park. All
routes will visit Parker's Covered Bridge for food and rest stops. A
chicken sandwich awaits each rider at the finish. Routes of
9/17/25/32/50/62 flat to rolling miles are offered. Reuben & Rosa
Rall; 410 Spring St.; Upper Sandusky, OH 43351-9680. (419) 294-4166. chara1747@att.netSaturday, 7/9. 3rd CHARITY BIKE RIDE. Chesterland. Rolling to hilly terrain will be encountered on this 15- or 30-mile ride through beautiful Geauga county. Rest stops, lunch, sag support, tee shirt included. Rider Limit: 300. Proceeds support individuals with developmental disabilities. Metzenbaum Foundation. Geauga County Board of Developmental Disabilities; Tami Setlock; 8200 Cedar Road; Chesterland, OH 44026. (440) 729-9406. tsetlock@geaugadd.org
LATE ENTRY/NEW EVENT: Saturday, 7/9. DUNCAN'S RUN. Center Village. Community Activities Committee. Vicki Tieche; 3883 S. State Rt. 605; Galena, OH 43021. (740) 965-4535. www.HarlemTwp.com
Sunday, 7/10. 36th ABC: ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL COUNTRY RIDE. Windfall. Marked routes of 25/50/62/100 rolling to hilly miles carry riders across farmlands of Medina and Wayne Counties passing through several small towns along the way. Full-service tour with a surprise menu at lunch. Akron Bicycle Club. PO Box 2268; Stow, OH 44224. AkronBike.org
Sunday, 7/10. TOUR DE VALLEY. Youngstown. A leisurely 25- or 50-mile ride through beautiful rolling Mill Creek Park with start/finish in downtown Youngstown and a motor escort into the park. www.TourOfTheValley.com
Sunday, 7/10. 2nd TOUR DE CAPTINA. Powhattan Point. Routes of 25/62 rolling to very hilly miles wind through beautiful Belmont and Monroe Counties. Full-service tour includes lunch. Raises money for trail development. Ohio Valley Riverfront Development Committee. Quick Service Bike Shop; 701 N. Lincoln Ave.; Bridgeport, OH 43912. (740) 635-3700. www.QuickServiceCycle.com
Sunday, 7/10. 9th PEP: PEDAL ERIE PARKS RIDE. Huron. Flat to rolling routes of 10/20/30/50 miles wind through Erie County on this full-service, budget-priced tour for cyclists of all levels. Free gift for first 100 entrants! Bike shop sag, lunch at arboretum, entertainment, homemade cookies, friendly volunteers. Friends of Erie MetroParks; 3109 Hull Rd.; Huron, OH 44839. (419) 625-7783. www.ErieMetroParks.org
Thursday – Sunday, 7/14 – 7/17. 8th GREENE TRAILS CYCLING CLASSIC. Xenia. Rides offered on one to all four days mean up to 265 miles of riding flat to rolling countryside. Award-winning trails appeal to the novice rider, alternative routes offer choices for the more adventurous. Ride your own pace, desired distance. A broad network of trails leads to different communities and experiences each day. Century ride available. Evening entertainment included. Greene County Parks: Andrea Malavich; 651 Dayton-Xenia Rd.; Xenia, OH 45385. (937) 562-7440. www.GreeneTrailsClassic.com
Friday – Sunday, 7/15 – 7/17. 4th BIKECOLUMBUS FESTIVAL. Columbus. Weekend celebrating all facets of cycling in downtown Columbus. Friday night Mayor's Twilight Tour – 20-mile festive ride for all. Barbour Memorial Tour on Saturday reaches into Hocking County. Additional challenge ride to be offered on Sunday. Consider Biking; 4041 N High St. #201; Columbus, OH 43214. (614) 447-8894. www.ConsiderBiking.org
Saturday, 7/16. 23rd METROPARKS TOUR. Whitehouse. Visit up to four scenic wooded Toledo Area Metroparks connected by Northwest Ohio's finest back roads. Travel 15/31/62/100 flat miles and see historic Maumee River and Fallen Timbers monument. Longer routes reach Fulton and western Lucas Counties. Lunch for all except 15-mile riders in Metropark along the river. Hostelling International – Toledo Area. Tour Director; PO Box 352736; Toledo, OH 43635-2736. (419) 410-0087. www.HIToledo.org
Saturday, 7/16. 2nd TOUR DE CAUSE. Lancaster. Visit Fairfield County covered bridges on tours of 12/25/45/62/100 miles. Marked routes, excellent roads, terrain ranges from flat to very hilly. Pre- and post-ride party at OU-Lancaster. The Lancaster Cause: Dan Peters; PO Box 1068; Lancaster, OH 43130. (740) 689-2453. www.TourDeCause.org
Saturday, 7/16. 11th MAJOR TAYLOR CYCLING CLUB ANNUAL RIDE. Dayton. Starting in the city, riders head into the countryside covering scenic flat to rolling terrain. Routes of 10/22/62 miles with rest stops and sag service, post-ride refreshments. Online registration available. Major Taylor Cycling Club of Dayton: Frankie Brown; PO Box 10731; Dayton, OH 45402. (937) 275-5439. www.MajorTaylorDayton.org
Saturday, 7/16. 24th ICE CREAM ODYSSEY. Medina. Enjoy scenic rolling terrain through Medina and Wayne Counties. Choose from routes of 25/42/62 rolling miles. Longer two routes visit Hartzler Dairy for ice cream. For casual riders, 25-miler visits Creston for a snack. Medina County Bike Club: Shawn Conway; PO Box 844; Medina, OH 44258. (330) 421-7323. www.MedinaBikeClub.org
LATE ENTRY: Saturday, 7/16. 9th SUMMER MOON FESTIVAL BIKE TOUR. Wapakoneta. Ride 12/25/40/62 flat to rolling miles on beautiful country roads. Plenty of snack stops featuring fresh fruit and homemade cookies. Enjoy a post-tour lunch at the Festival's Chili Cook-Off or brats and hot dogs at the YMCA. All in the hometown of Apollo 11 astronaut Neil Armstrong. Wapakoneta YMCA, Revolution Cycling Team. Sarah Finkelmeier; YMCA; 1100 Defiance St.; Wapakoneta, OH 45895. (419) 739-9622. sfinkelmeier@wapakymca.org
LATE ENTRY: Saturday, 7/16. 11th CARDINAL'S FUN RACE AND CHARITY RIDE. Salem. Supports the American Cancer Society through the 2011 Pan Ohio Hope Ride. Two-part event: Fun race will be timed with intersections marshalled by local authorities for uninterrupted ride. Tour goes back out for more leisurely pace. Awards for top finishers in race; snacks and beverages for all. Road to Emmaus Cycling Ministry. Jason Murray; 1520 E. 11th St.; Salem, OH 44460. (330) 360-4239. bowtiemurray@aol.com
Saturday, 7/23. 17th NIGHT RIDES ON THE TOWPATH. Peninsula. Free, fun ride for all skill levels covers 12-15 flat miles on Towpath Trail in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Helmet and bike lights required. Century Cycles; 1621 Main Street; Peninsula, OH. (330) 657-2209. www.CenturyCycles.com/goto/nightrides
Saturday, 7/23. 10th COMMUNITY TIES. Westerville. Ride 8/30/62/100 flat to rolling miles through scenic areas, rare bird habitats, parks, and on a new sections of the Ohio to Erie Trail. A full-service tour with lunch included. Fundraiser for community all-purpose trail. Delaware County Friends of the Trail: Dave Staats; PO Box 2302; Westerville, OH 43086-2302. (740) 815-9008. www.dcft.org
Saturday & Sunday, 7/23 & 7/24. 9th CHARITY BIKE TOUR. Yellow Springs. Full-service pledge tour featuring frequent rest stops. Bicycle mechanics on route. One- and two-day options available with hilly route choices of 28/56/61/84/100 total miles. Entry Deadline: July 20. Young's Ice Cream. Judith Fowler; Alzheimer's Association; 3797 Summit Glen Dr. #G100; Dayton, OH 45449. (937) 291-3332. www.YoungsDairy.com/biketour
Saturday – Saturday, 7/23 – 7/30. 14th ACROSS OHIO BICYCLE ADVENTURE. Portsmouth. The “Hollywood Ohio Tour” will be a flat to rolling exploration of Western Ohio, starring Ohio's back roads and small towns. See our beautiful country and visit the hometowns of some of our famous sons and daughters along the way. Average 60 miles per day over flat to rolling terrain. Rider Limit: 250. Entry Deadline: June 21. Columbus Outdoor Pursuits: Maureen Williams; 1525 Bethel Rd. Ste. 100; Columbus, OH 43220. (216) 272-7436. www.Outdoor-Pursuits.org/xoba
Thursday
– Sunday, 7/28 – 7/31. 5th PAN OHIO HOPE RIDE.
Cleveland. Cross the state to raise money and awareness for American
Cancer Society programs and patient services. One-, two-, and four-day
options are available covering flat to rolling terrain and 80/160/328
miles between Cleveland, Columbus, and Cincinnati. Rider Limit: 450. Entry Deadline: July 1.
American Cancer Society; 10501 Euclid Ave.; Cleveland, OH 44106. (888)
227-6446 + 1222. www.PanOhioHopeRide.orgSaturday, 7/30. 2nd RIDE FOR LIFE. Dayton. Fundraiser for Dayton Right to Life. Trail routes of 5/13/21/34/63/100 flat to rolling miles cover all skill levels. Celebration following ride features live music, door prizes, speaker, food. Online entry available. Rider Limit: 500. Dayton Right to Life. Paul Coudron; 6915 Vienna Woods Trl.; Dayton, OH 45459. (937) 212-3862. www.speedy-feet.com
Saturday, 7/30. BLACK SWAMP MID-SUMMER TOUR. Bowling Green. Routes of 10/30/62 miles through the Black Swamp region of Northwestern Ohio and its lush, fertile farmland. Short route on Slippery Elm bike trail. Longer rides reach Grand Rapids, an historic canal town. Snack stops included. Black Swamp Bicycling Society. Russ Frye: (419) 346-9814. www.BlackSwampBicyclingSociety.org
LATE ENTRY: Saturday, 7/30. DOG DAYS WINE TOUR. LaGrange. Features full support, rest stops at area wineries and lots of friendly folks.Challenge yourself with the 120-mile Double Dog Dare, a double metric century with a mostly flat roads and lots of stops. Like the wine you sample? We’ll tote any purchases back to the start for you so you can enjoy with your cookout and friends. All new routes this year, some new wineries too. Rider Limit: 500. Registration and information online at www.DogDaysWineTour.com.
Sunday, 7/31. 18th SWEET CORN CHALLENGE. Richfield. Choose 10/25/50/100 miles and encounter terrain ranging from rolling to very hilly - “monster hills.” Full-service tour offering new routes and snack stops, lunch (vegetarian option), massages, bike drawing, free sweet corn. Rider Limit: 2,500. Richfield Chamber of Commerce: Sue Serdinak; 4300 W. Streetsboro Rd.; Richfield, OH 44286. (330) 659-3300. SweetcornRide.com
august
Friday, 8/5. 17th NIGHT RIDES ON THE TOWPATH. Peninsula. Free, fun ride for all skill levels covers 12-15 flat miles on Towpath Trail in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Helmet and bike lights required. Century Cycles; 1621 Main Street; Peninsula, OH. (330) 657-2209. www.CenturyCycles.com/goto/nightridesFriday – Sunday, 8/5 – 8/7. 36th AMISHLAND AND LAKES. Howe, Ind. A classic two-day tour of Amish countryside and Michigan lakes. Experience open spaces, clean country air, friendly people. Friday rides are short and sweet. Saturday routes offer smooth quiet roads where buggies are numerous, cars few. Sunday rides head into Southwestern Michigan's rolling, wooded hills dotted with lakes. Terrain is flat to rolling, route choices range from 14 to 100 miles. Rider Limit: 1,500. Michiana Bicycle Association: Attn: Ray; PO Box 1574; Granger, IN 46530. (574) 387-6449. www.AmishlandLakes.com
Saturday, 8/6. 25th RIDE THE DARBY. Grove City. A budget tour covering 30 to 100 flat to rolling miles of scenic routes along the Big Darby River and nearby watersheds. Roads marked and mapped. Columbus Outdoor Pursuits. 1525 Bethel Rd. Ste. 100; Columbus OH 43220-2054. (614) 284-4087. www.Outdoor-Pursuits.org
Saturday, 8/6. 3rd RALLY POINT RIVER RIDE. Lima. Fundraiser benefiting Rally Point Youth Center. Route choices for families to fanatics alike: 20/50/100 flat miles. Food, music, recovery massage and a family-friendly atmosphere. Rally Point Youth Center: Jared Diller; PO Box 1502; Lima, OH 45802. (419) 229-4444. RallyUp.org
Saturday, 8/6. NIGHT RIDES ON THE OHIO & ERIE CANAL TOWPATH TRAIL. Massillon. Ernie's Bike Shop. Debbie Lehman; 135 Lake Ave. NW; Massillon, OH 44647. (330) 832-2771. www.ErniesBikeShop.com
Saturday,
8/6. 18th MAD ANTHONY RIVER RALLY.
Perrysburg. You can almost hear the corn grow as you travel routes of
10/15/31/62/80/100 flat miles on lightly-traveled Northwestern Ohio
roads. Those riding 62+ miles will find a few rolling hills on the way
to lunch. Families can enjoy the safety of bike trails for 10- and
15-mile routes. Souvenir photos and ice cream greet everyone at finish.
Registration form online. Toledo Area Bicyclists. Debbie Tassie:
(734) 856-3893. www.ToledoAreaBicyclists.orgSunday,
8/7. 4th RIGHT SIDE OF THE ROAD.
Moreland Hills. Take a tour of the Cleveland Metroparks' “Emerald
Necklace” spanning 10/25/50/100 flat to hilly miles. Music and lunch
post-ride. Carina Adams; 38125 Jackson Rd.; Moreland Hills, OH 44022.
(440) 785-0518. www.RightSideOfTheRoad.orgCORRECTED DATE: Sunday, 8/7. 18th ROAST YOUR BUNS. Oberlin. A free tour of 28/52/70 miles over a flat to rolling route in scenic Lorain County. Brave the August heat and Roast Your Buns! Lorain Wheelmen Bicycle Club; PO Box 102; Amherst, OH 44001-0102. www.LorainWheelmen.org
LATE ENTRY: Friday - Sunday, 8/12 - 8/14. RIVERS, TRAILS & ALES FESTIVAL. Marietta. RTAfest. 121 Putnam St. #108; Marietta, OH 45750. (740) 538-0570. www.RTAfest.com
Saturday, 8/13. TOUR DU TOWPATH. Canal Fulton. Family fun starting from Canal Fulton Canalway Center with route choices of 8/18/31 flat to rolling miles. Shorter routes on Ohio & Erie Towpath Trail, longer also travels roads. Food, music, prizes at finish. Ohio & Erie Canalway Coalition: Susan Reid; 47 W. Exchange St.; Akron, OH 44308. (330) 374-5658. www.OhioErieCanal.org
Saturday, 8/13. 24th RIDGE RUNNER RAMBLE. New Albany. Budget tour with maps provided, roads marked, and route choices of 31/52/85/100 rolling to hilly miles. Columbus Outdoor Pursuits. 1525 Bethel Rd. Ste. 100; Columbus OH 43220-2054. (614) 436-6875. www.Outdoor-Pursuits.org
Saturday, 8/13. 10th RIDE, FOR PETE'S SAKE. Hilliard. Benefiting cerebral palsy research, this fundraiser is known for its high-quality features and low cost. First 600 registered receive tee shirt and water bottle. Food, entertainment, door prizes, post-ride cookout, full ride services make for a carefree, fun day. Routes of 7/18/35/48/62/83/100 flat to rolling miles provide opportunities for all manner of rider. Online registration available. Pedal-With-Pete Foundation: Cathy Levy; PO Box 1233; Worthington, OH 43085. (614) 527-0202. www.PedalWithPete.org
Saturday – Sunday, 8/13 – 8/14. 37th ROSCOE RAMBLE RIDE. Canal Fulton & Kidron. One of the most beautiful and scenic routes in Ohio, this full-service tour covers 55 or 75 miles of rolling hills per day. Travel through Central Ohio's unspoiled Amish countryside. Unique food stops and giveaways. Overnight stay near canal-era Roscoe Village: camping or hotel. Rider Limit: 130. Entry Deadline: July 31. Akron Bicycle Club. Jim & Judy Birt; 759 Yorkshire Ct.; Copley, OH 44321. (330) 665-2013. www.AkronBike.org
Friday – Sunday, 8/19 – 8/21. PELOTONIA. Columbus. Jessica Kinman; 351 W. Nationwide Blvd.; Columbus, OH 43212. (614) 221-6100. www.pelotonia.org
Saturday,
8/20. 3rd SHAUCK BIG HILLS METRIC CENTURY.
Johnsville. A challenging tour of 52/62 miles with four big hills on
the shorter and seven very big hills on the longer route – lots of
smaller hills in between! Use as training for the CFC. Routes pass into
the very scenic Mohican and Malabar Farm park area. A budget tour with
on-call sag and snack stop of the finish. Road markings and maps
provided marking villages for food and drink (on your own). Shauck Area
Cyclist. Keith B. Elliott; 8041 Road 55; Lexington, OH 44904. (419)
362-7715. TandemRider@earthlink.netSaturday, 8/20. BEST “WURST” BICYCLE RIDE. Bucyrus. Flat to rolling tour of 12/32/65/100 miles in association with annual Bratwurst Festival. Full-service tour including pancake breakfast at first rest stop. Several awards to riders. Historical sites, nature center, parkland, fresh country air during the ride. Ice cream, showers, available massage at finish. Bucyrus Tourism and Visitor's Bureau: Donna Bauer; PO Box 1023; Bucyrus, OH 44820. www.bucyrus.org
LATE ENTRY: Saturday, 8/20. MASON HERITAGE & BICYCLE FESTIVAL. Mason. (513) 229-8534. www.FestivalsOfMason.com
Saturday & Sunday, 8/20 & 8/21. 35th OLD WORLD TOUR. Springfield. About 55 miles per day at a leisurely pace with motel lodging in Columbus' German Village. Baggage transport provided. Rider Limit: 40. Entry Deadline: Aug. 1. Online details and entry form. Dayton Cycling Club. Steve Nickerson; 943 Cannondale Ave.; Xenia, OH 45385. www.DaytonCyclingClub.org
Sunday,
8/21. FLATLANDER TOUR.
Fremont. Ride past corn fields and cows on mostly-flat quiet country
roads. Create rides of 25/50/75/100 miles by choosing any or all of the
four 25-mile loops. Beginners and children will enjoy the 12-mile
“Family Route” all on paved bike trail and featuring food and friendly
faces. Hot chicken sandwiches, pasta salad, homemade cookies, on-call
sag, showers, swimming included. Flatlanders: Marc Acocks; PO Box 134;
Fremont, OH 43420. (419) 334-9965. www.flatlanders.infoSunday, 8/21. 17th TRI-COUNTY TRIANGLE TRAIL BICYCLE TOUR. Frankfort. Explore pars of Ross, Fayette, and Highland Counties on rural low-traffic roads and portions of bike trail. Routes of 14/21/35/50/75 flat to rolling miles cover wide range of abilities. Beautiful ride in scenic Southern Ohio. Tri-County Triangle Trail Inc.; Delbert J. Doles; 586 Laurel St.; Chillicothe, OH 45601. (740) 775-9322. doubled@horizonview.net
Saturday, 8/27. 17th NIGHT RIDES ON THE TOWPATH. Peninsula. Free, fun ride for all skill levels covers 12-15 flat miles on Towpath Trail in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Helmet and bike lights required. Century Cycles; 1621 Main Street; Peninsula, OH. (330) 657-2209. www.CenturyCycles.com/goto/nightrides
LATE ENTRY: Saturday & Sunday, 8/27 & 8/28. 31st BIKE MS: VENTURE THE VALLEY. Oregonia. National MS Society, Ohio Valley. Attn: Steve Niemann; 4440 Lake Forest Dr. Ste. 120; Cincinnati, OH 45242. (800) 344-4867. www.bikeMS.org
Sunday, 8/28. 40th WRIGHT WRIDE. Dayton. Celebrate Dayton's most famous bicycle makers: Wilbur and Orville Wright, on this ride of up to 100 flat to rolling miles near where they developed the airplane. Full-service tour featuring homemade baked goods, old-fashioned cookout lunch. Dayton Cycling Club. PO Box 94; Dayton, OH 45409-0094. (937) 335-3096. www.DaytonCyclingClub.org
september
Friday, 9/2. NIGHT RIDES ON THE OHIO & ERIE CANAL TOWPATH TRAIL. Massillon. Ernie's Bike Shop. Debbie Lehman; 135 Lake Ave. NW; Massillon, OH 44647. (330) 832-2771. www.ErniesBikeShop.comSaturday, 9/3. STOMP BICYCLE ADVENTURE. Peninsula. One of the largest cycling events in Northeastern Ohio, STOMP offers route choices of 10/25/63 flat to hilly miles starting and ending the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Full-service includes light breakfast, lunch, live music. Citizens for Metro Parks. STOMP; PO box 72081; Akron, OH 44372. (330) 865-8065. www.StompBikeRide.com
Saturday, 9/3. 4th BIKE THE C-BUS. Columbus. Ride the neighborhoods of Columbus and surrounding areas covering 25+ miles over four segments. Tee shirts, snacks, lunch included. The Long Street Tour. Anne J. Ross-Womack; 823 ½ E. Long St. Ste. 200; Columbus, OH 43203. (614) 251-6038. www.BikeTheCBus.com
Monday, 9/5. 7th RAMBLE AROUND MEDINA. Medina. Casual free ride of 100 rolling miles through Medina and Wayne County on Labor Day. No services but map provided. Riders provide their own supplies or purchase along the route. Medina County Bike Club: Shawn Conway; PO box 844; Medina, OH 44258. (330) 421-1987. www.MedinaBikeClub.org
Friday – Sunday, 9/9 – 9/11. 8th SUNFLOWER REVOLUTION. Milford. A weekend of activities and fundraising to aid in the fight against Parkinson's Disease. Bike race Friday evening, celebration and conference Saturday, multi-sport fundraiser Sunday. Inspired in part by Tour de France racer David Phinney who was diagnosed with Parkinson's at age 40. Sunday's ride offers flat to hilly routes of 10/25/62 miles. University Hospital Foundation. Sunflower Charity Ride; UHF; 235 Goodman Ave. #1200; Cincinnati, OH 45219. SunflowerRev.org
Saturday, 9/10. 27th COVERED BRIDGE TOUR. Canal Winchester. Budget tour of 45/55/95/105 marked and mapped miles. Columbus Outdoor Pursuits. 1525 Bethel Rd. Ste. 100; Columbus OH 43220-2054. (614) 866-8698. www.Outdoor-Pursuits.org
Saturday, 9/10. HOLMES 100. Millersburg. Tour scenic town and country of Holmes County of routes of 25/60/100 flat to hilly miles. Long stretches through Amish country with winding roads, beautiful valleys, rolling hills. Lunch provided for longer route riders, all invited to post-ride meal with live music. Rider Limit: 500. Proceeds benefit Historic Downtown Millersburg. Historic Downtown Millersburg. PO Box 425; Millersburg, OH 44654-0425. (330) 275-1347. www.holmes100.com
Saturday, 9/10. 5th THE TOUR DE DONUT. Arcanum. Fun event over a 15- or 30-mile flat course. Eat as many donuts as you can at donut stops to reduce competitive ride time. Hundreds of riders, thousands of donuts – they don't stand a chance! Colavita Ohio Cycling. Roger Bowersock; 1098 Buckeye Dr.; Greenville, OH 45331. (937) 417-5772. TheTourDeDonut.com
Saturday, 9/10. 31st POPCORN 100 BIKE TOUR. Marion. A relaxing and family-oriented tour with route options: 25/62 flat miles. Rider Limit: 500. Marion General Hospital: Kim Wenig; 1000 McKinley Park Dr.; Marion, OH 43302. (740) 383-8980. www.MarionGeneral.com
Sunday, 9/11. 41st HHH: HANCOCK HORIZONTAL HUNDRED. Findlay. One of the flattest rides in Ohio and an excellent choice for a first 100-mile “century” attempt. Bicycle dealer/vendor displays, ice cream social, classic ride patch to first 1,000. Full services include rest stops with snacks, lunch, sag support, marked roads, maps, road corners swept. Entry Deadline: Aug. 31. Online registration available. Hancock Handlebars: Matt Ankrom; PO box 232; Findlay, OH 45839. www.HancockHandlebars.org
Sunday, 9/11. 12th RUTH I. BENTLEY MEMORIAL RIDE. Urbana. Explore Champaign and portions of neighboring counties on country roads through beautiful, scenic agricultural areas dotted with historical landmarks. Routes of 15/30/45/60/100 flat to very hilly miles are available – short route is “family-friendly.” Riders receive continental breakfast, lunch. Entry Deadline: Sept. 3. Funds raised used to maintain Champaign County Trail and future development of the system. Simon Kenton Pathfinders: Nancy Lokai-Baldwin; PO Box 91; Urbana, OH 43078. (937) 605-2434. SimonKentonPathfinders.org
Sunday, 9/11. 30th DRY RUN. Westerville. Take your pick of routes: 35/58/75/100 flat to very hilly miles – the longer the distance, the more challenging the terrain! Full-service tour featuring sag support and food stops with sandwiches and orchard-fresh fruit. Westerville Bicycle Club: David Hoodin; PO Box 356; Westerville, OH 43081. (614) 457-9571. www.WestervilleBicycleClub.org
Saturday, 9/17. 21st TOUR OF HOCKING HILLS. Circleville. Budget tour that helps riders prepare for the Columbus Fall Challenge. Mapped and marked routes of 550/75/100 hilly miles available. Columbus Outdoor Pursuits. 1525 Bethel Rd. Ste. 100; Columbus OH 43220-2054. (614) 442-7901. www.Outdoor-Pursuits.org
Saturday,
9/17. 4th PEDAL FOR PETS.
Westerville. Fundraising ride for CHA Animal Shelter where proceeds
help house homeless pets, reduce overpopulation through education and
spay/neuter. Routes of 5 to 40 flat to hilly miles plus family fun
rides. Begins and ends at shelter on Alum Creek Bike Trail. Short rides
are trail-only, longer rides visit Hoover Reservoir and surrounding
areas. Free tees for kids. Food stop on longer routes with post-ride
lunch. Shelter tours available with dogs and cats for adoption. CHA
Animal Shelter: Dan Stephans; 3765 Corporate Dr.; Columbus, OH 43231.
(740) 852-4828. www.PedalForPets.comSaturday, 9/17. 17th NIGHT RIDES ON THE TOWPATH. Peninsula. Free, fun ride for all skill levels covers 12-15 flat miles on Towpath Trail in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Helmet and bike lights required. Century Cycles; 1621 Main Street; Peninsula, OH. (330) 657-2209. www.CenturyCycles.com/goto/nightrides
Saturday, 9/17. 4th PAWPAW DOUBLE-NICKEL BIKE RIDE. Albany. Starting from annual Ohio Pawpaw Festival, ride 22 or 55 hilly miles. Enjoy challenging climbs, ridge-top views, sweet downhills, all along the Raccoon Creek Watershed. Budget entry fee includes festival admission. Athens Bicycle: Peter Kotses; 4 W. Stimson Ave.; Athens, OH 45701. (740) 594-9944. www.AthensBicycle.com
Saturday, 9/17. SIPPO VALLEY BICYCLE POKER RUN. Dalton. Riding 15 miles on the Sippo Valley Trail, cyclists stop to draw cards at five checkpoints. Top 10 hands win prizes as do those who draw a joker! Entry fee per card hand. All ages welcome, proceeds benefit local trail projects. Massillon Area Greenways, Inc. & Rails-to-Trails of Wayne County. Debbie Lehman; Ernie's Bicycle Shop; 135 Lake Ave. NW; Massillon, OH 44647. (330) 838-2771. www.ErniesBikeShop.com
Foggy morning on WooMan tour, 2010. Photo
by Greg Collins.
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Sunday, 9/18. 2nd THE WOOMAN. Wooster & Mansfield. Tour the rolling hills of mid-Ohio between Wooster and Mansfield on routes of 20/50/100 miles. Funds raised support breast cancer awareness efforts through Wooster Community Hospital and Pat Kracker Breast Cancer Fund in Mansfield. Full-service tour including breakfast and lunch from Panera Bread. Tee shirt and water bottle also included. Pledge raising is encouraged but not required. Panera Bread. Greg Collins; 3399 South Lakeshore Dr.; St. Joseph, MI 49085. (269) 556-5000. www.WooManTour.com
Sunday, 9/18. 38th NEOC: NORTH-EAST OHIO CENTURY. Newton Falls. Riders can look forward to homemade cookies on rides of 35/62/100 flat to rolling miles with a couple of larger hills included on longer rides. Full lunch on longer two rides. Century riders visit Trumbull, Portage, Geauga, and Ashtabula Counties. Online entry available. Out-Spokin' Wheelmen: William Russell; PO Box 838; Youngstown, OH 44501-0838. (330) 549-0550. www.OutSpokinWheelmen.com
Sunday, 9/18. 39th IRISH HILLS TOUR. Sylvania. Paved roads and trail with route choices of 10/31/62/100 flat to rolling miles offer lovely riding for all. Short rides are flatter, longer routes enter Michigan's beautiful green farmlands and lake-filled Irish Hills region. Rest stops for all, lunch on longer routes. Hostelling International – Toledo Area. Tour Director; PO box 352736; Toledo, OH 43635-2736. (419) 250-0262. HIToledo.org
Sunday, 9/18. MORON: MIFFLIN OHIO RIDE OUTTA NOWHERE. Mifflin. A free ride of about 45 miles in the Mohican – Malabar region of North-central Ohio. A map is provided but no other services. Route intentionally very hilly with numerous difficult climbs and speedy descents. Bicycle and rider must be prepared for this one: it has its ups and downs! Richard DeLombard; PO Box 230; Huron, OH 44839. http://mysite.ncnetwork.net/res117bnp/id7.html
Saturday, 9/24. 21st KNOX COUNTY BICYCLE CHALLENGE. Gambier. Full-service tour of the beautiful hills of Knox County covering 33/62/78/100 miles. Slow down for Amish buggies! Century route and longer loops are challenging CFC tune-ups! Shorter rides have fewer hills, uses Kokosing Gap Trail for return. Columbus Outdoor Pursuits. 1525 Bethel Rd. Ste. 100; Columbus OH 43220-2054. (614) 657-9669. www.Outdoor-Pursuits.org
Saturday, 9/24. 2nd THE CF CYCLE FOR LIFE. Waynesville. Enjoy some of the most scenic terrain in the Greater Cincinnati Area via routes of 21/32/65 rolling miles. Registration fee plus fundraising minimum for entry; benefits Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. 4420 Carver Woods Dr.; Cincinnati, OH 45242. (513) 533-9300. dayton.cff.org/cycle
Saturday,
9/24. 7th FREDERICKSBURG LIBRARY ROLL.
Fredericksburg. Enjoy a tour of 18/24/32 flat miles or hit the road for
a very hilly adventure of 32/62 miles. Proceeds benefit the
all-volunteer Fredericksburg Community Library. Riders cover the length
of the gorgeous Holmes County Rail-Trail and/or scenic, challenging
back road cycling through Holmes and southern Wayne Counties.
Commemorative long-sleeve tee, refreshment stops, fry pies at finish.
Orrville Cycling Club. Dave & Jane Braddock; 4835 Graber Rd.;
Fredericksburg, OH 44627. (330) 695-2693. www.FredLib.orgLATE ENTRY: Saturday, 9/24. PEDAL FOR PETS EVENT. Austinburg. Ashtabula County Humane Society. PO Box 422; Jefferson, OH 44047. www.achsohio.org
LATE ENTRY: Sunday, 9/25. NORTON CIDER FESTIVAL BIKE RIDE. Norton. Norton Kiwanis Club. Mike Barkey: (330) 825-8624. mbarkey1@neo.rr.com
LATE ENTRY: Sunday, 9/25. 2nd BLOC AID RIVER RIDE. Cincinnati. BLOC Ministries. Stephanie Russo: (513) 291-3304. www.blochead.org
october
Saturday, 10/1. 17th NIGHT RIDES ON THE TOWPATH. Peninsula. Free, fun ride for all skill levels covers 12-15 flat miles on Towpath Trail in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Helmet and bike lights required. Century Cycles; 1621 Main Street; Peninsula, OH. (330) 657-2209. www.CenturyCycles.com/goto/nightridesSaturday, 10/1. GREAT GHOSE RIDER RAMBLE. St. Leon, Ind. Full-service ride featuring routes of 20/35/50/75/100 rolling to very hilly miles. Century has six big climbs. Also features family fun ride and Halloween costume contest. Optional post-ride pasta meal. Cincinnati Cycle Club. PO Box 43441; Cincinnati, OH 45243-0441. www.CincinnatiCycleClub.org
Saturday, 10/1. 15th PEDAL THE LAKES. Greenville, Penn. All-new routes to choose from: 10/32/50/62/100/125 scenic, rolling to hilly miles through Western Pennsylvania's Amish countryside. Benefits area recreational trails. Mercer County Trails Association: Mike Kotyk; PO Box 1553; Hermitage, PA 16148. MCTrails.org
LATE ENTRY: Saturday, 10/1. 20th ANNIVERSARY GO-ROUND. Mansfield. 75 N. Main St.; Mansfield, OH 44902. (419) 525-2868. manager@richlandcarrousel.com
LATE ENTRY: Saturday, 10/1. PARK TO PARK FUN RIDE. Trumbull County Health Department. 176 Chestunt Ave. NE; Warren, OH 44483-5803. Mel Milliron: (330) 675-7807. hemillir@co.trumbull.oh.us
Saturday
& Sunday, 10/1 & 10/2. 6th PVG TOUR.
Geneva-on-the-Lake. A getaway weekend of cycling enjoyment begins with
wine and cheese reception Friday evening (9/30) at state park lodge.
Saturday offers rides of about 40 and 62 miles. One ride of about 40
miles on Sunday. The terrain in the area ranges from fairly flat to
hilly. Lots of amenities including two catered lunches, dinner, rest
stops, cue sheets, goodie bag, bottle of wine. Special rate
accommodations at The Lodge at Geneva State Park includes buffet
breakfasts, hot showers, bikes in room, use of all lodge facilities.
Many more details online. HubBub Custom Bicycles. 4177 Mayfield Rd
#Rear; South Euclid, OH 44121. (800) 888-2027. www.HubBubCustom.com
Saturday & Sunday, 10/1 & 10/2. 36th CFC: COLUMBUS FALL CHALLENGE. Sugar Grove. Full-service tour guaranteed to make you work: strenuous two days of riding steep hills, screaming descents, incredible views from the hills of Southeastern Ohio. Covers about 110 miles each day. You'll earn cred and real bragging rights if you complete this one! Columbus Outdoor Pursuits. 1525 Bethel Rd. Ste. 100; Columbus OH 43220-2054. (614) 442-7901. www.Outdoor-Pursuits.org
Sunday, 10/8. TOUR DE LOVELAND. Loveland. Flat to very hilly 7/20/35/70 miles depending upon which route you choose. Formerly known as the Tour de Montgomery. Patty Baker; 5024 Rollman Estates Dr.; Cincinnati, OH 45236. (513) 290-0141. PattyBaker@VerizonBusiness.com
Saturday, 10/8. 6th BREAST CANCER AWARENESS RIDE. Westerville. Routes of 10/25/50 flat miles. Trek dealers nationwide host this ride on the same day. Proceeds benefit the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Food, live music, door prizes to participants. Trek Bicycle Store of Columbus. 5334 N. Hamilton Rd.; Columbus, OH 43230. (614) 933-9999. www.TrekStoreColumbus.com
Saturday, 10/8. 26th FALL HOOT. Carroll. Budget tour covering 35/55/80 miles, all with some hills – more distance = more and bigger hills! Final COP budget tour of the season. Columbus Outdoor Pursuits. 1525 Bethel Rd. Ste. 100; Columbus, OH 43220-2054. (614) 444-2276. www.Outdoor-Pursuits.org
Saturday 10/8. NIGHT RIDES ON THE OHIO & ERIE CANAL TOWPATH TRAIL. Massillon. Ernie's Bike Shop. Debbie Lehman; 135 Lake Ave. NW; Massillon, OH 44647. (330) 832-2771. www.ErniesBikeShop.com
Saturday, 10/8. 3rd BELLAIRE OKTOBERFEST FALL FUN RIDE. Bellaire. Routes of 20/50 rolling to very hilly miles as a part of Oktoberfest celebration. Bicycle safety check, snacks, lunch, sag included. Ohio Valley Riverfront Development Committee. Quick Service Bicycle Shop; 701 N. Lincoln Ave.; Bridgeport, OH 43912. (740) 635-3700. www.QuickServiceCycle.com
CANCELED 9/14: Saturday, 10/8. PLEDGE RIDE 2011. Bentleyville. Davis Phinney Foundation. Lindsey Reilly; 1899 S. Taylor Rd.; Cleveland Hts., OH 44118. (216) 780-1687. lindsey@reillyfilms.com
CORRECTED PHONE NUMBER: Sunday, 10/9. 33rd FALL-N-LEAF. Bellville. Want to challenge yourself? Ride the hills of Richland and Knox Counties. Choice of 37/68 miles of rolling to hilly terrain. Hot food and sag included. There will be beautiful fall colors to be seen riding through Amish communities. Some B&O trail riding. Online entry available. Mid-Ohio Bikers: Terry White; PO Box 844; Mansfield, OH 44901. (419) 545-3946. www.MidOhiobikers.org
Saturday, 10/15. 2nd ALL HAIL THE ALE NIGHT RIDE FOR CLEVELAND BEER WEEK. Peninsula. Dress up in bike-safe, beer-inspired costumes and ride 12 – 15 flat miles on the Towpath Trail in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Free! Helmet and bike lights required. Century Cycles. 1621 Main Street; Peninsula, OH. (330) 657-2209. www.CenturyCycles.com/goto/nightrides
Saturday, 10/15. 2nd FAMILY FUN BIKE RIDE. St. Marys. Fundraiser ride along the historic Miami-Erie Canal and Great Lake St. Marys, the largest man-made lake in the world. Two 12-mile loop trails are available – ride one or both. Good For Business: Karen Blumhorst; 124 S. Front St.; St. Marys, OH 45885. (419) 394-0003. www.CapabilitiesInc.biz
Saturday, 10/15. FAMILY HAUNTED RIDE. Whitehouse. Designed for families with children 12 and under, come dressed in bike-safe costume and ride 3 to 5 flat miles entirely in Oak Openings Metropark. Ride the “haunted” bike trail led by a naturalist who will tell spooky stories. Face painting, treats, lunch provided. Rider Limit: 60. Hostelling International – Toledo Area. Tour Director; PO Box 352736; Toledo, OH 43635-2736. (419) 882-5707. HIToledo.org
Saturday, 10/15. 34th TOMBSTONE TOUR. Sylvania. Celebrate the Halloween season riding 38 flat miles of mostly flat back-country roads. Participate in “Gravesite Sighting Adventure,” visiting local cemeteries. Prizes for best bike-safe consumes. Free group or individual photo for each rider. Lunch and orchard visit with cider and cookies included. Hostelling International – Toledo Area. Tour Director; PO Box 352736; Toledo, OH 43635-2736. (419) 882-5707. HIToledo.org
LATE ENTRY: Saturday, 10/15. 2nd LEAF PEEPERS TOUR. Nelsonville. Cook's Cycle Right; 829 N. Columbus St.; Lancaster, OH 43130-2549. (614) 417-1551. http://www.crookscycleright.com
Sunday, 10/16. 8th GARRETT WONDERS BIRTHDAY BIKE RIDE. Warren. In memory of Garrett Wonders, Olympic hopeful, killed in 2004 on a training ride by a careless driver. Flat to rolling event is a fully-supported 32-mile ride and family-oriented 6-mile ride on the Trumbull County Western Reserve Greenway and surrounding roads. Includes tee shirt, goodie bag, food, cookie stops, door prizes. Proceeds benefit Garrett Wonders Memorial Fund, supporting scholarship and cycling advocacy. Garrett Wonders Memorial Fund. Jay Wonders; 1349 Beechcrest NW; Warren, OH 44485. (330) 398-2818. www.GarrettsRide.com
Saturday, 10/29. 35th FFF(FFFF): FRIENDSVILLE FREEBIE FIFTY (FALL FOLIAGE & FROSTBITE FROLIC). Medina. Free, self-supported ride around Medina County. Map provided, no other services. Cider served in park where the two rolling routes split: 28/50 miles. Boo-hoo, no Dracu-Lou! Bike-safe costumes optional. Medina County Bicycle Club. Richard DeLombard; PO Box 230; Huron, OH 44839. http://mysite.ncnetwork.net/res117bnp/id8.html
november
Sunday,
11/6. 37th RED FLANNEL METRIC CENTURY.
Oberlin. Top the year off with the premier end-of-season touring event!
Red Flannel has: homemade soup, cookies, and a raffle. The rolling
64-mile route visits historic Milan, birthplace of inventor Thomas A.
Edison. The rolling and scenic 32-mile ride tours rural Lorain County.
Lorain Wheelmen Bicycle Club. PO Box 102; Amherst, OH 44001-0102. www.LorainWheelmen.orgjanuary 1, 2012
Sunday, 1/1/2012. 36th ABCDEFGHIJ! Medina. A free, self-supported ride in Medina County covering 3/12/24 rolling miles. Map provided but no other services or support. Personalized participation certificate available post-ride. Prepare yourself and your bike for the weather and expect it to get worse! A Bi-Cycling Dandy Excuse For Getting Hibernated In January! Medina County Bicycle Club. Richard DeLombard; PO Box 230; Huron, OH 44839. http://mysite.ncnetwork.net/res117bnp/id9.htmlUPDATED PHONE NUMBER: Sunday, 1/1/2012. 36th BEAN RIDE. Perrysburg. Bring in the new year on a free ride with map provided. Routes of 13/17/21 flat miles follow the scenic Maumee River. Enjoy a bowl of bean soup for warmth and to bring good luck. Ride is free but pay for what you eat at the restaurant stop. Hostelling International – Toledo Area. Tour Director; PO Box 352736; Toledo, OH 43635-2736. (419) 243-7680. HIToledo.org
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