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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 2012 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! This, the Web version of the Calendar, is updated and corrected as the season progresses! Follow us on Twitter @OhioBicycling. Finally, consider subscribing to and participating in our free Ohio rides email discussion list — details available here!
Supporting Rides — A special category of events listed
in this Calendar are those that have pledged to donate at least $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. Budget tours and free rides usually offer few, if any, services. Full-service tours, however, typically offer a map, food stops, and road (“SAG”) assistance. Mulit-day events provide additional services. Fund-raisers may have higher entry fees to provide income for their causes. “Bike-a-thons” or “pledge rides” may or may not be operated in affiliation with a bicycle organization and fund-raise primarily through pledges of donations per mile each rider completes; they may have a minimum pledge amount in addition to an entry fee.
Races are competitive events of various sorts. Click here to see the Racing Calendar. 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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Touring Events
Last Updated: 5/16/2012
april
Saturday, 4/14. 11th ATHENS SPRING RIDE. A scenic ride of 35/50/65/80/100 rolling to hilly miles with blooming wildflowers, dogwoods, redbuds decorating the landscape. Final 12 miles on flat, scenic bikeway. Athens Bicycle Club. Rom Wolf; wolf@ohiou.edu; (740) 594-1154. www.AthensBicycleClub.org
Saturday, 4/14. 40th 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) 476-9093. www.Outdoor-Pursuits.org
CORRECTED EMAIL: Saturday, 4/14. 4th SHAUCK FIREMAN’S METRIC. Johnsville & Shauck. Most riding
is on public roads but 12 miles of the B&O bike trail are included
in the 40 or 62 miles of flat to rolling, low-traffic, scenic routes.
Ride passes through Amish community small towns where fool can be
found. A budget tour with on-call SAG services and a snack stop at the
finish; marked route and map included. Proceeds benefit the burn unit
at children’s hospital. Shauck Area Cyclist. Keith B. Elliott; 8041
Road 55; Lexington, OH 44904. (419) 362-7715. tandemrider@centurylink.netSunday, 4/15. 27th AFROST: A FREEBIE RIDE & OHIO SPRING TOUR. Amherst. A flat, free, 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
Sunday, 4/15. 17th
SICCO: SPRING
IN 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.comFriday, 4/20. NIGHT RIDES ON THE TOWPATH TRAIL. Massillon. Free, flat, 15-mile, monthly night ride on the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail. Start/finish at Lake Avenue Trailhead. Headlight, taillight, helmet required. After-ride munchies at cafe. Ernie’s Bicycle Shop. Ernie Lehman; 135 Lake Ave. NW; Massillon, OH 44647. (330) 832-5111. ernie@erniesbikeshop.com
Saturday, 4/21. 20th THINK SPRING RIDE. Peninsula. Visit the Cuyahoga Valley National Park and ride 15/25/35 rolling to hilly miles. Short ride is on trail. Hot soup provided. Participants bring other dishes to share. Bike gear swap. Free event; donations accepted support Valley Fire District. Akron Bicycle Club. Nancy Buchanan; PO Box 324; Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44222. (330) 749-6739. www.AkronBike.org
Saturday, 4/21. 45th SPOT. Canal Winchester. Fairly flat course of 35 to 102 miles with a few small hills. Budget tour: roads marked, maps provided. Columbus Outdoor Pursuits. 1525 Bethel Rd. Ste. 100 Columbus OH 43220-2054. (614) 866-8698. www.Outdoor-Pursuits.org
Saturday, 4/21. POOH: PEAK OF OHIO RIDE. Bellefontaine. Start your cycling season at the top! The event features Campbell Hill (highest point in Ohio), Baistle Ridge, Corkscrew and Bald Knob in routes of 15/25/35 hilly to very hilly miles. Proceeds to benefit Simon Kenton trail expansion. West Liberty Bike Tours. https://sites.google.com/site/westlibertybiketours/
Saturday, 4/28. 18th NIGHT RIDES ON THE TOWPATH. Peninsula. Free, fun ride for all skill levels covers 12-15 flat miles on Towpath Trail in Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Helmet and bike lights required. Century Cycles; 1621 Main Street; Peninsula OH. (330) 657-2209. www.CenturyCycles.com/goto/nightrides
DATE CHANGE: Saturday, 4/28. FOUNDER'S DAY RIDE. Dayton. Date changed from that published in the printed display ad. Dayton Cycling Club. www.DaytonCyclingClub.org
Sunday, 4/29. 38th MOC: MID-OHIO CENTURY. Delaware. Supported tour travels 36/70/77/91/101 miles of marked roads through Delaware and Union Counties. Fairly flat with a few small hills. Visits Union County’s covered bridges. Traditional TOSRV warm-up. Columbus Outdoor Pursuits. 1525 Bethel Rd. Ste. 100; Columbus OH 43220-2054. (614) 205-0311. www.Outdoor-Pursuits.org
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may
Sunday, 5/6. 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
Sunday, 5/6. 16th KLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ: Kinda Like May’s Nine O’clock Picturesque and Quaint Rectangular Spring Tour Undertaken by Very Wishful Xenophobic Young Zealots. Huron. A free ride in the Firelands region of Northwestern Ohio. Small towns and a few hills make it interesting. No services, markings, or other services. A map and good companionship provided on 50/85 rolling miles. Medina County Bicycle Club. Richard DeLombard; PO Box 2230; Huron, OH 44839-0230. tinyurl.com/KLM-Snavely
Saturday, 5/12 TOSRV ONE WAY: TOUR OF THE SCIOTO RIVER VALLEY. Columbus. The newest variant of TOSRV. Join 3,000 riders as you travel from Columbus to Portsmouth with bus transport back to Columbus Saturday evening. Entry Deadline: April 15. Columbus Outdoor Pursuits. TOSRV; PO Box 16003; Columbus, OH 43216-6003. www.TOSRV.org
Saturday - Sunday, 5/12 - 5/13. 51st TOSRV: TOUR OF THE SCIOTO RIVER VALLEY. Columbus. Granddaddy and inspiration for classic tours in Ohio and across the nation, Join 3,000 riders as you travel from Columbus to Portsmouth for an overnight stay and return the next day: 105 or 53 flat to rolling miles each day. Entry Deadline: April 15. Columbus Outdoor Pursuits. TOSRV; PO Box 16003; Columbus, OH 43216-6003. www.TOSRV.org
Saturday, 5/12. NIGHT RIDES ON THE TOWPATH TRAIL. Massillon. Free, flat, 15-mile, monthly night ride on the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail. Start/finish at Lake Avenue Trailhead. Headlight, taillight, helmet required. After-ride munchies at cafe. Ernie’s Bicycle Shop. Ernie Lehman; 135 Lake Ave. NW; Massillon, OH 44647. (330) 832-5111. ernie@erniesbikeshop.com
Wednesday, 5/16. RIDE OF SILENCE. Toledo. A short ride to remember cyclists killed or injured and to bring greater awareness of cyclists’ rights to use the roadway. Toledo Area Bicyclists, Hosteling International - Toledo Area, Maumee Valley Wheelmen. Keith Webb; 6906 Shooters Hill Rd.; Toledo, OH 43617. (567) 225-4032. www.BikeToledo.com
Wednesday, 5/16. 9th RIDE OF SILENCE. Columbus. A silent procession to honor cyclists who have been killed or injured while riding a bicycle on public roadways. Arm bands will be available at no charge. Pre-ride meeting at Ohio Statehouse. Consider Biking; 4041 N. High St. #201; Columbus, OH 43214. (614) 447-8894. www.considerbiking.org/activities/ride-of-silence/
Saturday, 5/19. 3rd PAJAMA PARTY NIGHT RIDE FOR CLEVELAND BIKE WEEK. Peninsula. A free “slumber party” on two wheels! Dress up in bike-safe “jammies;” food and prizes. Covers 12-15 flat miles on Towpath Trail in 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, 5/19. THE CHILI CENTURY BIKE RIDE. Goshen. Routes of 25/35/50/72/100 miles offered. Cincinnati Chili buffet after the ride. Cincinnati Cycle Club. www.CincinnatiCycleClub.org
Saturday, 5/19. 6th 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
Saturday, 5/19. UPLAND GRAN FONDO OF LOUISVILLE. Louisville, Ky. Italian cycling tradition meets craft beer culture in the upland Gran Fondo of Louisville. Covers 50 - 70, 100+ miles of flat to hilly terrain through the city of Louisville, southern Indiana, and Jefferson Memorial Forest. Beer, food, live music at after-party included. Upland Brewing Company. Charles Stanley; 350 W. 11th St.; Bloomington, IN 47404. (812) 336-2337. www.GranFondoLouisville.com
Sunday, 5/20. CANALWAY POKER RUN. Massillon. Riding 15 flat miles on the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail, cyclists stop at checkpoints along the way to draw cards. Top 10 poker hands win prizes. Additional prizes to those who draw a joker. Per-hand entry fee. Proceeds benefit local trail projects. Massillon Area Greenways, Inc. Ernie Lehman; 135 Lake Ave. NW; Massillon, OH 44647. (330) 832-5111. ernie@earniesbikeshop.com
Sunday, 5/20. 38th HUFFMAN SPRING CLASSIC. Brookville. Full-service ride of 24/40/62/100 flat to rolling miles with 12-mile bikeway loop for children. Features Golden Gate Park. Dayton Cycling Club. Linda Tolly: (37) 248-9870. www.DaytonCyclingClub.org
Wednesday - Sunday, 5/23 - 5/27. RIDE FOR WORLD HEALTH CROSS-COUNTRY RIDE THROUGH OHIO. Cincinnati. Cross-country fundraising team passing through Ohio invites riders to join them for about 250 miles of flat to rolling ride from Cincinnati to Athens. Ride for World Health. Jessica Li; PO Box 8234; Columbus, OH 43201. (408) 221-9679. r4wh2012@gmail.com
Saturday, 5/26. 12th JJJ: JERRY’S JEROMESVILLE JOURNEY. Oberlin. A free 100-mile 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, 5/27. 6th WHEELING HERITAGE TRAIL BICYCLE TOUR. Wheeling, W. Va. Routes of 10/25/62 rolling to very hilly miles on this fund-raiser for trail development in the Ohio Valley. Food, entertainment, ride assistance. Shorter routes stay on trail, metric takes a hilly road loop. Ohio Valley Trail Partners. Quick Service Bicycle Shop; 701 N. Lincoln Ave.; Bridgeport, OH 43912. (740) 635-3700. www.QuickServiceCycle.com
june
Friday - Sunday, 6/1 - 6/3. 17th NO FRILLS TANDEM WEEKEND. Seville. A gathering of tandem teams for riding and socializing! Ride each day or any combination of flat to rolling, tandem-friendly routes of 20/32/38/47/57 miles. Visit beautiful Overton Valley, Canal Fulton, Rogues Hollow. Maps provided, no SAGs. Akron Bicycle Club & Orrville Cycling Club. Mark & Joyce Lange; 447 Whitestone Cir.; Wadsworth, OH 44281. (330) 607-1943. NoFrills.SteveLange.com
Saturday, 6/2. COVERED BRIDGE TOUR. Brookville. A self-supported budget tour visiting up to 10 bridges, each more than 100 years old. Routes of 23/45/74/105 rolling to slightly hilly miles. Dayton Cycling Club. www.cvdbdgtour.org
Saturday, 6/2. 39th 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, 6/2. 29th HOT TAMALE. Waldo. Delicious fuel in the form of homemade cookies, fresh strawberries, at friendly food stops on this full-service tour. Routes of 8/16/32/64 flat miles for riders of all abilities. The 8-miler is a family fun route. Where’s Waldo? At HOT TAMALE! Heart of Ohio Tailwinds. Mike & Janine Williams; 1166 Bellefontaine Ave.; Marion, OH 43302. (740) 382-9952. www.hot-tamale.org
Saturday, 6/2. 3rd NIGHT RIDE FOR RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE OF CLEVELAND. Valley View. Entry fees benefit Ronald McDonald House. All skill levels welcome. Covers 12-15 flat miles on Towpath Trail in Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Helmet and bike lights required. Century Cycles; 19955 Detroit Road; Rocky River OH. (440) 356-5705. www.CenturyCycles.com/goto/nightrides
LATE ENTRY: Saturday, 6/2. LOCAL CULTURE GOURMET CLASSIC. Johnstown. Enjoy 62 rolling miles of fully-supported riding through Central Ohio. Begins and ends at the picturesque Winery at Otter Creek. Food stops stocked by locally-owned eateries along the way. Entry includes bonus "swag bag" of local goodies. Culture Events LLC. Chris Howell; 108 N. Lyndale Dr.; Westerville, OH 43081. www.CultureBike.com
Saturday - Sunday, 6/2 - 6/3. 30th MARIETTA RIVER RENDEZVOUS. Duncan Falls. Ride along the scenic Muskingum River past several historic hand-cranked locks to Marietta and return the next day. Baggage shuttle to college dorm and local hotels. Snack stops, lunches, pasta dinner included. Saturday evening sternwheeler cruise. Flat to rolling with several significant hills, 65 miles each day. Entry Deadline: May 25. Online entry available. Marietta Rowing & Cycling Club; Rick Ralston; PO Box 223; Marietta, OH 45750. MariettaRiverRendezvous.weebly.com/
Sunday, 6/3. 4th FLAG CITY CHARITY TOUR. Findlay. Ride 18/30/60 mostly flat miles through Hancock and surrounding counties. Full-service fund-raiser with entry fees benefiting Cancer Patient Services of Findlay. Tee shirts for all; lunch provided. Entry Deadline: May 25. Hancock Handlebars Bicycle Club. Destry Roeber: (419) 957-9553. www.HancockHandlebars.org
DATE ADDED:
Saturday, 6/9. 6th INDIAN
LAKE FIREWORKS FUND RIDE. Lakeview. Take a
15/31/62-mile ride around beautiful Indian Lake and Logan County over
mostly-flat terrain (62-miler is hilly). Tee shirt for early entries.
Lunch is included as well as rest stops, door prizes, after-ride swim
in the lake. Indian Lake Chamber of Commerce. PO Box 717; Russells
Point, OH 43348. (937) 843-5392. office@indianlakechamber.orgSaturday, 6/9. 3rd Y
RIDE. Middletown.
Ride through scenic southwestern
Ohio on swept roads with flat to rolling routes of 22 to 83 miles.
SAG-supported with homemade food at stops on all routes. Family fun
ride on riverside bike trail; longer routes travel country roads along
streams, farms, covered bridges. Shower facilities available.
Cyclist-organized for a better experience! Great Miami Valley YMCA.
Vickie Frazer; Great Miami Valley YMCA; 1020 Manchester Ave.;
Middletown, OH 45042. (513) 267-9946. Online entry. GetMeRegistered.com/YRideSaturday, 6/9. 18th PEDAL-WITH-PETE KENT RIDE. Kent. A full-service fund-raiser benefitting cerebral palsy research. Routes of 6/16/40/60 flat to rolling miles. The 6-mile route is family-friendly on the campus of Kent State University. Pedal-With-Pete. Guy Russ; PO Box 274; Kent, OH 44240. (330) 688-5926. www.pedal-with-pete.org
Saturday, 6/9. 8th WORLD OF WILDLIFE TOUR. Warren. Ride proceeds benefit Trumbull County portion of the Western Reserve Greenway. Except for the first and last miles, riders use the Greenway in Trumbull and Ashtabula Counties covering 20/40/68 flat miles — excellent for tandems and recumbents! 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, 6/9. 9th STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL BICYCLE TOUR. London. Routes of 21/61/108 flat to rolling miles travel winding, scenic rural roads in Madison, Clark, Fayette, Greene Counties. Short route remains on the Prairie Grass Trail while longer ones venture to Jamestown, Jeffersonville, Xenia, Yellow Springs, and South Charlestown. Form online. Friends of Madison County Parks and Trails. PO Box 308; London, OH 43140. (614) 205-6754. www.fmcpt.com
Saturday, 6/9. TOUR DE CURE. Westerville. Routes of 12/30/60/100 flat to very hilly miles are offered on the only ride in Central Ohio dedicated to finding a cure for diabetes. At finish, riders offered lunch and entertainment. American Diabetes Association. Tisha Horst; 471 E. Broad Street Ste. 1630; Columbus, OH 43215. (614) 436-1917 X 6622. main.diabetes.org/centralohiotour
Sunday, 6/10. 36th SUNDAY IN JUNE. Burton. An early-season classic tour through the heart of Northeast Ohio’s Amish countryside. Organized by cyclists, for cyclists! Routes of 25/50/63/100 rolling to hilly miles are offered with rest stops, road markings, maps, hot lunch provided. Rider Limit: 1,000. Online entry available. Cleveland Touring Club. Bill Maurey; 5534 Saint Thomas Ln.; Madison, OH 44057. (440) 975-9744. SundayInJune.com
Friday, 6/15. NIGHT RIDES ON THE TOWPATH TRAIL. Massillon. Free, flat, 15-mile, monthly night ride on the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail. Start/finish at Lake Avenue Trailhead. Headlight, taillight, helmet required. After-ride munchies at cafe. Ernie’s Bicycle Shop. Ernie Lehman; 135 Lake Ave. NW; Massillon, OH 44647. (330) 832-5111. ernie@erniesbikeshop.com
Saturday - Saturday, 6/16 - 6/23. 24th GOBA: GREAT OHIO BICYCLE ADVENTURE. Hillsboro. Bicycle-camping tour this year starting in Hillsboro with overnights in four other towns. Ride 45 - 60 miles per day for seven days over rolling to hilly terrain. Attractions include Highland House Museum, Adena Mansion, Pump House Center for the Arts, Quaker Heritage Center, Native American earthworks, nature areas, and much more. Rider Limit: 3,000. Entry Deadline: May 16. Columbus Outdoor Pursuits. GOBA; 1525 Bethel Road Ste. 100; Columbus, OH 43220. (614) 273-0811. www.goba.com
Saturday, 6/16. 21st TOUR DE CURE. Lebanon. American Diabetes Association. Sarah DeLaat; 4555 Lake Forest Dr. Ste. 396; Cincinnati, OH 45242. (513) 759-9330 X 6661. www.diabetes.org/cincinnatitourdecure
Saturday, 6/16. DUTCHTOWN HATCHERY FESTIVAL CHICK RIDE. New Washington. Touring the back roads of Crawford and surrounding counties on routes of 15/30/70 flat to rolling miles, riders will enjoy open farmland, animals, and many wooded areas. Dutchtown Hatchery Festival. Bonnie Ackerman; PO Box 367; New Washington, OH 44854. (419) 492-2133. nwbikerides@gmail.com
CORRECTED URL: Saturday, 6/16. 2nd
BREAK THE CYCLE BENEFIT. Wooster. A ride to raise
awareness and reduce the stigma of addiction. Families can ride loops
on the quiet roads of the beautiful arboretum. Family fun ride includes
scavenger hunt with prizes for those under 18. Other riders continue
south through rolling to hilly areas of Wayne and Holmes County Amish
country on routes of 25 or 62 miles with SAG service, snack stops,
showers, bathrooms, food available at start/finish. Online entry
available. STEPS. Laura Ginsburg; 104 Spink St.; Wooster, OH 44691.
(330) 264-8498. www.btcbenefit.org/Saturday, 6/16. 2nd TOUR OF MERCER COUNTY. Sharon, Penn. Full-service tour explores outer reaches of Mercer County. Rides of 15/35/65/100 miles explore rolling to hilly countryside and seldom-seen locations. Benefits area recreational trails. Hot meal for 65- & 100-mile riders at state park Pavilion. Mercer County Trails Association. Mike Kotyk; PO Box 1553; Hermitage, PA 16148. www.McTrails.org
Saturday, 6/16. 10th CLEMENS CYCLE FOR CANCER. Centerville. Scenic cycling event in South Dayton offers rides of 110/25/50 flat to hilly miles. Breakfast, on-road refreshments, lunch included. Online entry available. Miami Valley Hospital Foundation. 31 Wyoming St.; Dayton, OH 45409. (937) 208-5144. www.MVHfoundation.org
Saturday, 6/16. PELOTON FOR PETS. Zanesville. Benefitting Muskingum County Animal Shelter. This supported road ride will offer ride choices including: 2.5-mile easy family loop, 30- or 60-miler with some rolling and a couple of larger hills. Lunch included. Discounted pet adoptions the week of the event. Entry Deadline: May 25. Animal Shelter of Muskingum County. Joe Lear; 2548 E. Newman St.; Zanesville, OH 43701. (740) 221-3486. joelear89@yahoo.com
LATE ENTRY: Saturday, 6/16. MILES FOR SMILES BIKE TOUR. Newport, Ky. Salvation Army. Lt. Dennis Knight; 340 W. 10th St.; Newport, KY 41071. (859) 431-1063. www.facebook.com/milesforsmilesbiketour
Saturday, 6/23. 4th OHIO DOUBLE CENTURY. Resaca. You will start with a 155 course that can be cut short and then do up to three 15 mile loops. Event lasts 16 hours. This full-service ride is for those seeking an endurance challenge. 150 to 200 miles. Full details at Web site. Columbus Outdoor Pursuits. (614) 205-0311 www.Outdoor-Pursuits.org
UPDATED DETAILS: Saturday, 6/23. 9th BUCKEYE BRIDGE RIDE. Eaton. Choose from routes of 15/35/55/75/100 miles on this tour of the eight covered bridges of Preble County. Proceeds benefit Preble County Junior Fair Board. Preble County Junior Fair Board. Amanda Heitzman; 4745 Wayne Trace Road; Hamilton, OH 45011-8808. (937) 681-6002. www.buckeyebridgeride.com
Saturday, 6/23. MORGAN FARMS PELOTONIA PREP RIDE. Columbus. Prepare for Pelotonia and support the bicycling advocacy work of Consider Biking with a ride featuring entertainment and party venue of Moran Farms. Routes: 50/75/100 rolling miles. Entry Deadline: June 15. Consider Biking. 4041 N. High St. #201; Columbus, OH 43214. (614) 447-8894. www.ConsiderBiking.org
Saturday, 6/23. 18th NIGHT RIDES ON THE TOWPATH. Peninsula. Free, fun ride for all skill levels covers 12-15 flat miles on Towpath Trail in 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, 6/23. 2nd NORWALK CENTURY RIDE. Norwalk. Offered are six-mile family ride within city limits and flat to rolling routes of 14/25/36-mile loops through Huron County’s beautiful countryside. A full-service tour with lunch, entertainment, and bike shop SAG service included. First 150 entries get special gift. Norwalk Parks & Recreation. Niki Cross, Recreation Director; 100 Republic St.; Norwalk, OH 44857. (419) 663-6775. nikiraney@yahoo.com
Saturday, 6/23. 3rd TOUR DE H2O. Columbus. Fully-supported international fund-raising event supporting construction of water wells in rural areas of East Africa. Relatively flat, well-marked, scenic route choices: 5/25/50 miles; 5-mile walking route. African lunch provided. Online entry. Global Partners for Development. Steven Hurt; 881 Gatehouse Ln.; Columbus, OH 43235. (614) 505-0213. (614) 505-0213. www.TourDeH2O.org
Sunday, 6/24. 37th PORTAGE RIVER TOUR. Elmore. Follow the meanders of the Portage River from its origins to Lake Erie. Lunch for all at Portage River Festival. Ten-mile route is 95 percent on paved bike path - excellent for families with small kids. Longer routes of 31/62/100 flat miles travel paved rural roads. Hosteling International - Toledo Area. Tour Director; PO Box 352736; Toledo, OH 43635-2736. (419) 243-7680. www.HIToledo.org
Sunday, 6/24. 2nd RIDE UNITED. Cleveland. Fully-supported tour over city streets and national park Towpath Trail, Cleveland to Akron and back, one-way, round-trip variations for 12/25/43/86/100 miles of flat to hilly riding between the cities. Breakfast, lunch, SAG support, rest stops included. Proceeds benefit United Way of Greater Cleveland and Summit County. Helmet required. Online entry available. United Way of Greater Cleveland. Michelle Battle; 1331 Euclid Ave.; Cleveland, OH 44115. (216) 436-2121. RideUNITED.org
Saturday & Sunday, 6/23 & 6/24. BIKE MS: REEVES NORTHRUP MEMORIAL BIKE-TO-THE-BAY. Maumee. National MS Society. Kate Weaver; 401 Tomahawk Dr.; Maumee, OH 43537. (419) 897-9533. kate.weaver@nmss.org
Saturday, 6/30. NORTHEAST OHIO TOUR DE CURE. Cuyahoga Falls. New routes of 6/9/15/25/31/62 rolling to very hilly miles on this fund-raiser. New start/finish location as well. American Diabetes Association. Melissa Sutton; ADA; 4500 Rockside Rd. Ste. 440; Independence, OH 44131. (216) 328-9989 ext. 6765. www.diabetes.org/neotour
july
Wednesday, 7/4. 17th
VANDALIA FREEDOM TOUR.
Vandalia. Enjoy the holiday
on well-maintained routes of 31/62 rolling miles. Travel picturesque
areas of the northern Miami Valley. Special surprises for all
celebrating 17th tour! SAG support, tee shirts, lunch, water bottles,
great people. Join the fun celebrate our nation’s independence,
enjoying the freedom of bicycling in the great Miami Valley!
Vandalia-Butler Optimist Club. Steven Reed; PO Box 124; Vandalia, OH
45377. (937) 414-7602. www.VandaliaFreedomTour.orgFriday, 7/6. 18th NIGHT RIDES ON THE TOWPATH. Peninsula. Free, fun ride for all skill levels covers 12-15 flat miles on Towpath Trail in Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Helmet and bike lights required. Century Cycles; 1621 Main Street; Peninsula OH. (330) 657-2209. www.CenturyCycles.com/goto/nightrides
Sunday, 7/8. 37th ABC: ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL COUNTRY RIDE. Copley. Marked routes of 25/50/65/100 rolling to hilly miles carry riders through farmlands of Medina, Wayne, and Summit Counties passing through several quaint towns along the way. Full-service tour with ample rest stops and lunch for +50-mile riders. Akron Bicycle Club. Pat Smith; 2282 White Marsh Dr.; Twinsburg, OH 44087. (216) 337-1051. www.AkronBike.org
Sunday, 7/8. 3rd 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 funds for trail development. Ohio Riverfront Development Committee. Quick Service Bicycle Shop; 701 N. Lincoln Ave.; Bridgeport, OH 43912. (740) 635-3700. www.QuickServiceCycle.com
Friday - Sunday, 7/13 - 7/15. 5th BIKE COLUMBUS FESTIVAL. Columbus. Weekend celebrating all facets of cycling in downtown Columbus. Friday Mayor’s Twilight Tour, a 20-mile festive ride with after-party. Saturday tour into Hocking County: 25/40/62/100/125 flat to rolling miles. Sunday Family Fun Festival. Consider Biking. 4041 N. High St. #201; Columbus, OH 43214. (614) 447-8894. www.ConsiderBiking.org
Saturday, 7/14. 19th
WYANDOT COUNTY FAMILY BICYCLE TOUR. Upper
Sandusky. Ride through the scenic Upper Sandusky River lands over
routes of 9/17/25/32/50/62 flat to rolling miles. Food and beverages to
riders at covered bridge rest stop preparation for ups and downs of the
blue stone ridges formed during the Ice Age. Ride ends at a park where
riders are served a hot chicken sandwich and share stories of their
day. Reuben & Rosa Rall. 410 Spring St.; Upper Sandusky, OH 43351.
(419) 294-4166.Saturday, 7/14. NIGHT RIDES ON THE TOWPATH TRAIL. Massillon. Free, flat, 15-mile, monthly night ride on the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail. Start/finish at Lake Avenue Trailhead. Headlight, taillight, helmet required. After-ride munchies at cafe. Ernie’s Bicycle Shop. Ernie Lehman; 135 Lake Ave. NW; Massillon, OH 44647. (330) 832-5111. ernie@erniesbikeshop.com
Greene Trails Cycling Classic - Greene County Parks & Trails photo
Saturday, 7/14. 5th
MAJOR TAYLOR CYCLING CLUB OF DAYTON SIGNATURE RIDE.
Dayton. Enjoy a day of cycling through scenic countryside covering flat
to rolling terrain. Routes of 22/42/62 miles offered, refreshments at
each rest stop, SAG support, 5- to 10-mile family ride and bike rodeo
for children. Post-ride cookout. Online entry available. Major Taylor
Cycling Club of Dayton. Jackie Chase; PO Box 10731; Dayton, OH 45402.
(937) 278-9394. www.MajorTaylorDayton.org DATE CORRECTION: Saturday, 7/14. 41st LAND OF
LEGEND BICYCLE TOUR.
Newark. Full-service
tour covering 32/62/100 flat to hilly miles over the scenic back roads
of Licking and Knox Counties. The 32-mile ride features paved bike
paths and country roads visiting communities and landmarks of Licking
County. Longer routes present the same beauty with a few more
significant hills. Rest stops, SAG support, cookies for all. Proceeds
benefit maintenance and preservation of trail systems in Licking
County. Licking Park District. Cathy Fetter; 4309 Lancaster Rd.;
Granville, OH 43023. (740) 587-2535. cfetter@lcounty.comSunday, 7/15. 10th PEP RIDE: PEDAL ERIE PARKS. Huron. Flat to rolling routes of 10/20/30/50 miles wind through Erie County on this full-service tour for cyclists of all levels. Reduced rate for early family entry, gift for first 100 entries. Bike shop SAG service, sit-down lunch at arboretum with entertainment, homemade cookies, friendly volunteers. Friends of Erie MetroParks. 3109 Hull Rd.; Huron, OH 44839. (419) 625-7783. www.ErieMetroParks.org
Thursday - Sunday, 7/19 - 7/22. 45th THE WHEELMEN ANNUAL MEET. Findlay. Great event for participants and spectators: The Wheelmen restore and ride pre-1918 bicycles and promote the history of bicycles. Events and Friday, Saturday demonstrations based at University of Findlay where more than 200 members and their machines will gather from across the US and internationally. Riders can take on routes of 25/50/75/100 flat miles. Ohio Wheelmen. Richard DeLombard; PO Box 230; Huron, OH 44839-0230. TinyURL.com/OW2012Meet
Thursday - Sunday, 7/19 - 7/22. GREENE TRAILS CYCLING CLASSIC. Xenia. A family-oriented four-day event centered in Greene County benefiting the county’s 62 miles of paved multi-use trails. Each day’s ride features a different trail. Flat terrain for routes ranging from 100-mile tour, to history ride, and geocache ride and include on-trail, out-and-back, and extended tours on rural routes. Ride support and snack stops included. Greene County Parks & Trails. Andrea Malavich; 575 Ledbetter Rd.; Xenia, OH 45385. (937) 562-6440. www.co.greene.oh.us/parks
Saturday, 7/21. 6th DOG DAYS
WINE TOUR. LaGrange. “The
Best Little Ride
in Ohio,” riders enjoy flat to rolling countryside with stops at
wineries along the way. Routes of 30/40/65/90/125 flat to rolling
miles. Post-ride cookout. Unique wine bottle-shaped road markings guide
riders. New challenge: The Double-Dog Dare — a double-metric century!
Optional, special event tee shirts available. Silver Wheels Cycling
Club. Ed Stewart; PO Box 867; Elyria, OH 44036. (440) 365-6784. DogDayWineTour.comSaturday, 7/21. 24th METROPARKS BICYCLE TOUR. Whitehouse. Visit up to four scenic wooded Toledo Area Metroparks connected by Northwest Ohio’s fine 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 park along the Maumee. Hosteling International - Toledo Area. Judy Wright; PO Box 352736; Toledo, OH 43635-2736. www.HIToledo.org
Saturday, 7/21. 25th ICE CREAM ODYSSEY. Medina. Soak in scenic terrain through Medina and Wayne Counties. Choose from routes of 25/42/62 rolling miles. Longer two routes visit Hartzler Dairy for ice cream stop. Snack stop for the 25-mile riders. Medina County Bicycle Club. Shawn Conway; PO Box 844; Medina, OH 44256. (330) 421-1987. www.MedinaBikeClub.org
Saturday, 7/21. 10th SUMMER MOON FESTIVAL BIKE TOUR. Wapakoneta. Bring friends and family to enjoy the 10th anniversary of this tour. Beautiful country roads, support staff, pizza lunch, commemorative water bottle, flat to rolling routes of 12/25/40/62 miles, all for you! Wapakoneta Family YMCA and Revolution Cycling Team. Sara Finkelmeier; 1100 Defiance; Wapakoneta, OH 45895. (419) 739-9622. sfinkelmeier@wapakymca.org
Saturday, 7/21. 18th NIGHT RIDES ON THE TOWPATH. Peninsula. Free, fun ride for all skill levels covers 12-15 flat miles on Towpath Trail in 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, 7/21. 4th TOUR DE METZ. Chesterland. A 15- or 30-mile tour through rolling to hilly areas of Geauga County. Rest stops with snacks, lunch, SAG support are provided, as is a tee shirt, with entry. Proceeds help support individuals with developmental disabilities. Metzenbaum Foundation. Tami Setlock; Geauga County Board of Developmental Disabilities; 8200 Cedar Rd.; Chesterland, OH 44026. (440) 729-9406. tsetlock@geaugadd.org
Saturday - Sunday, 7/21 - 7-22. 10th YOUNG’S ICE CREAM CHARITY BIKE TOUR. Yellow Springs. Hilly Options: Sunday, 1-day ride, 28/56 miles; Saturday & Sunday 2-day ride, 61/84/100 miles. Registration and fund-raising requirements apply. Routes fully supported, closely-spaced rest stops. Entry Deadline: July 13. Young’s Ice Cream. Judith Fowler; Alzheimer’s Association; 3797 Summit Glen Dr. Ste. G100; Dayton, OH 45449. (937) 291-3332. www.YoungsBikeTour.com
Saturday - Saturday, 7/21 - 7/28. 15th ACROSS OHIO BICYCLE ADVENTURE. Marietta. Cross-state adventure visiting the hometowns of some of Ohio’s US Presidents in about 60 to 65 flat to hilly miles per day. Travels from Marblehead, on the shores of Lake Erie, to Marietta, on the Ohio River. Rider Limit: 250. Entry Deadline: June 21. Columbus Outdoor Pursuits. Maureen Williams; 1525 Bethel Rd. Ste. 100; Columbus, OH 43220. (216) 272-7436. (216) 272-7436. outdoor-pursuits.org/xoba
Thursday - Sunday, 7/26 - 7/29. 6th PAN OHIO HOPE RIDE. Cleveland. One-, two-, and four-day options for riders on this event that rolls through Cleveland, Columbus, and Cincinnati. Entry fee plus fund-raising goal. American Cancer Society. (888) 227-6446 Ext. 1222. PanOhioHopeRide.org
Saturday, 7/28. 15th CROSSROADS BIKE TOUR. West Liberty. Tour the rolling countryside of West-Central Ohio on four loops of 25 to 30 flat to hilly miles in any combination to experience the ride of your choice! Proceeds benefit trail expansion efforts of the Simon Kenton Trail. West Liberty Bike Tours. Jim Hoffman; 117 W. Newell St.; West Liberty, OH 43357. (937) 441-2977. westlibertybiketours@gmail.com
Saturday, 7/28. 3rd T K HAUSFELD RIDE FOR LIFE. Dayton. Fund-raiser for Dayton Pro-Life Education Foundation. Flat to rolling routes of 6/13/21/34/63/100 miles in this full-service ride. Celebration event follows ride. Online entry available. Dayton Right to Life. Paul Coudron; 6915 Vienna Woods Trl.; Dayton, OH 45459. (937) 212-3862. www.speedy-feet.com
Saturday, 7/28. 11th COMMUNITY TIES. Westerville. Ride 8/30/62/100 flat to rolling miles through scenic areas, rare bird habitats, parks, and on a new section of the Ohio to Erie Trail. Full-service tour with lunch included raises funds for community all-purpose trail. Delaware County Friends of the Trail; David Staats; PO Box 2302; Westerville, OH 43086-2302. (740) 815-9008. www.DCFT.org
Sunday, 7/29. 19th EDDY’S BIKE SHOP SWEET CORN CHALLENGE. Richfield. Choose from rides of 10/25/50/100 miles, moderate route to monster hills. Free pancakes before the ride, hot lunch, massages, sweet corn to go, and free drawing for a bike. Full-service tour with new routes and snack stops. Rider Limit: 2,500. Online entry. Richfield Chamber of Commerce. Sue Serdinak; 4300 Streetsboro Rd.; Richfield OH 44286; (330) 659-3300. www.SweetCornRide.com
Roscoe Ramble - Susan Richards photo
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Saturday, 8/4. 19th MAD ANTHONY
RIVER RALLY. Perrysburg.
Enjoy
picturesque countryside on routes of 32/64/80/100 miles on mostly flat,
lightly-traveled Northwestern Ohio roads. Families can enjoy the safety
of bike trails on 10- and 15-mile routes. Lunch for those riding 62+.
Homemade cookies, ice cream, souvenir photos make this a special day.
Online entry. Toledo Area Bicyclists. Debbie Tassie: (734) 856-3893. www.ToledoAreaBicyclists.orgSaturday, 8/4. RIB TICKLER RIDE. London. A family-oriented tour of 30 flat to rolling miles through Madison and Clark Counties. Refreshment stop along the way returning to start via a different scenic route. The London Rib & Jazz Fest will be open when riders arrive back. Friends of Madison County Parks and Trails. PO Box 308; London, OH 43140. (614) 205-6754. www.fmcpt.com
Saturday, 8/4. 11th PEDAL-WITH-PETE. Columbus. Enjoy rides of 7/18/35/48/83/100 flat to rolling miles with funds raised benefitting cerebral palsy research. This event formerly known as “Pedal for Pete’s Sake.” Food, entertainment, door prizes, massages, cookout, all in addition to fully-supported riding pleasure. Pedal-With-Pete Foundation. Cathy Levy, Columbus Event Chair; PO Box 1233; Worthington, OH 43085. (614) 527-0202. pedal-with-pete.org/events/columbus-ohio/
Saturday, 8/4. 26th 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, 8/4. 2nd SQUARE FAIR
RIDE. Lima. Enjoy the ride
with marked
routes, excellent roads, rest stops, refreshments, and a very low entry
fee! After the ride of 26/62/125 flat to rolling miles, enjoy the
Square Fair with food and entertainment on the Lima Town Square. Team
Roadrunners. Kent Fultz; 412 Brower Rd.; Lima, OH 45801. (419)
516-0131. TeamRoadRunners.orgSaturday, 8/4. 4th RALLY POINT RIVER RIDE. Lima. Fund-raiser to benefit Rally Point Youth Center. Route choices suitable for families to experienced riders: 20/50/100 flat miles. Food, music, rest stops, recovery massage, friendly atmosphere. Rally Point Youth Center. Jared Diller; PO Box 1502; Lima, OH 45802. (419) 229-4444. RallyUp.org
Sunday, 8/5. 19th ROAST YOUR BUNS. Oberlin. A free tour of 28/52/70 miles over flat to rolling routes in scenic Lorain County. Can you brave the August heat and not roast your buns? Lorain Wheelmen Bicycle Club. PO Box 102; Amherst, OH 44001-0102. www.LorainWheelmen.org
Friday, 8/10. NIGHT RIDES ON THE TOWPATH TRAIL. Massillon. Free, flat, 15-mile, monthly night ride on the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail. Start/finish at Lake Avenue Trailhead. Headlight, taillight, helmet required. After-ride munchies at cafe. Ernie’s Bicycle Shop. Ernie Lehman; 135 Lake Ave. NW; Massillon, OH 44647. (330) 832-5111. ernie@erniesbikeshop.com
Friday, 8/10. 18th NIGHT RIDES ON THE TOWPATH. Peninsula. Free, fun ride for all skill levels covers 12-15 flat miles on Towpath Trail in 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 - Sunday, 8/11 - 8/12. 38th ROSCOE RAMBLE RIDE. Canal Fulton & Kidron. One of the most beautiful and unique rides in Ohio, this full-service tour covers 55 or 75 miles of rolling hills per day. Travel on some new routes this year through Central Ohio’s unspoiled Amish countryside and enjoy one-of-a-kind food stops. Overnight stay next to canal-era Roscoe Village - camping or hotel. Entry Deadline: July 29. Akron Bicycle Club. Jim & Judy Birt; 759 Yorkshire Ct.; Copley, OH 44321. (330) 665-2013. www.AkronBike.org
NEW LISTING: Saturday, 8/11. ONE HEARTBEAT CHARITY RIDE. Chardon. Two routes from which to choose on this community fundraiser: 15-mile, family-friendly ride travels the flat Maple Highlands Trail while the 25-mile ride combines flat to rolling trail and road riding ending with food, refreshments, and celebration. Proceeds are to support the Chardon High School Scholarship Fund. Anita Silvestro. (216) 410-7226. OneHeartbeatRide.com
Saturday, 8/18. 4th SHAUCK BIG
HILLS METRIC — “SHAUCK THERAPY”.
Johnsville & Shauck. Oh-oh, better be ready for this challenging
tour of 52/62 hilly to very hilly miles including several climbs that
just may detonate your knees! A budget tour with on-call SAG (if your
knees do explode), road markings, maps marking villages for food and
drink (on your own). Hard work is rewarded with beautiful scenery of
the Mohican and Malabar Farm Park areas. Rider Limit: 125. Shauck Area
Cyclist. Keith B. Elliott; 8011 Road 55; Lexington, OH 44904. (419)
362-7715. tandemrider@centurylink.net
Saturday, 8/18. BEST “WURST” BICYCLE RIDE. Bucyrus. Flat to rolling tour of 12/32/65/100 miles in association with annual Bratwurst Festival. Full-service tour with pancake breakfast, variety of food stops. Enjoy a visit to the farm machinery museum. Ice cream, showers, massage available at finish. Online entry. Bucyrus Tourism and Visitors’ Bureau. Donna Bauer; PO Box 1023; Bucyrus, OH 44820. (419) 562-0720. www.bucyrus.org
NEW LISTING: Saturday, 8/17. 6th HEARTSTONE TOUR DE LOVELAND. Cincinnati. A fundraiser with route choices: flat to very hilly 7/20/35/73 miles for riders of every ability. HeartStone Tour. Patty Baker; 5024 Rollman Estates Dr.; Cincinnati, OH 45236. (513) 290-0141. heartstonetour.org/
Sunday, 8/19. FLATLANDER TOUR.
Fremont. Ride past beans, corn, and cows
on flat, quiet country roads. Take on any or all of the four 25-mile
loops to create a total of 25/50/75/100 miles for the day. Beginners
and families will enjoy the 12-mile family route, all on paved
Northcoast Inland bike trail. Enjoy the food, friendly faces, on-call
SAG service (if needed) Showers and swimming at rec. center apres-ride,
included in entry. Flatlanders Bike Club. Marc Acocks; PO Box 134;
Fremont, OH 43420. (419) 334-9965. www.flatlanders.infoCORRECTED DAY OF WEEK, ADDED URL: Sunday, 8/19. 18th TRI-COUNTY TRIANGLE TRAIL "COOKIE" BICYCLE TOUR. Frankfort. Rides of 14/21/35/50/75 mostly-flat miles all begin in the middle of the 32-mile Tri-County Bike Trail and branch off according to distance selected. Longer routes have a few small hills. Tri-County Triangle Trail, Inc. Delbert J. Doles; 586 Laurel St.; Chillicothe, OH 45601. (740) 775-9322. www.tricountytriangletrail.org
Saturday, 8/25. 18th NIGHT RIDES ON THE TOWPATH. Peninsula. Free, fun ride for all skill levels covers 12-15 flat miles on Towpath Trail in 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 & Sunday, 8/25 & 8/26. 32nd BIKE MS: VENTURE THE VALLEY. Oregonia. Ride 25/50/75 flat to hilly miles on this fund-raiser that has a minimum pledge goal. Fully supported with meals, swimming pool, family fun, tent village, festivities. National MS Society - Ohio Valley Chapter. Steve Niemann; 4440 Lake Forest Dr. Ste. 120; Cincinnati, OH 45242. (513) 769-4400. bikems.org
Sunday, 8/26. 41st WRIGHT WRIDE.
Dayton. Pedal from 25 to 100 flat to
rolling miles. Full-service tour featuring homemade baked goods, and
lunch. Dayton Cycling Club. www.DaytonCyclingClub.orgseptember
Saturday, 9/1. 20th STOMP BICYCLE ADVENTURE. Akron. One of the largest cycling events in Northeastern Ohio. Ride 10/20/30 flat to rolling miles, each route on the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail. Entry includes breakfast, lunch, live music, and more. Citizens for MetroParks. PO Box 72081; Akron, OH 44372. (330) 865-8065. StompBikeRide.com
Saturday, 9/1. 5th 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 1/2 E. Long Street Ste. 200; Columbus, OH 43203. (614) 251-6038. www.BikeTheCBus.com
Saturday, 9/1. 3rd CANALS LOCKS AND BAGELS RIDE. St. Marys. Good for Business; Revolution Bike Club. Karen Blumhorst; 124 S. Front St.; St. Marys, OH 45885. (419) 394-0003. karen.blumhorst@capabilitiesinc.biz
Monday, 9/3. 8th RAMBLE AROUND MEDINA. Medina. Casual, freestyle ride of 100 miles through Medina and Wayne Counties on Labor Day. No services but map provided. Riders are self-supported and provide own supplies or purchase along the way. Medina County Bicycle Club. Shawn Conway; PO Box 844; Medina, OH 44256. (330) 421-1987. www.MedinaBikeClub.org
Saturday, 9/8. 32nd POPCORN 100 BIKE TOUR. Marion. A relaxing and family-oriented tour with routes of 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
Saturday, 9/8. 28th 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, 9/8. 6th THE TOUR DE DONUT. Arcanum. Fun event over 15- or 30-mile flat courses. Eat as many donuts as you can to reduce your donut time. In 2011, 900+ riders ate 350 dozen donuts! Donut consumption is not mandatory. A full-service event with the emphasis on fun. Entry Deadline: Sept. 2. Colavita Ohio Cycling. Roger Bowersock; 1098 Buckeye Dr.; Greenville, OH 45331. (937) 417-5772. TheTourDeDonut.com
Saturday, 9/8. 8th AMISH COUNTRY CHALLENGE. Millersburg. Formerly the Holmes 100, experience the beauty of Ohio’s Amish country while riding the rolling back roads of scenic Holmes County. Choose between a relaxed 25-mile route, challenging metric century, or step up to the +5,000-foot vertical gain of the full century! Century riders enjoy lunch and aid stations hosted by local Amish families and businesses in addition to a post-ride authentic Amish meal. Rider Limit: 500. Historic Downtown Millersburg. PO Box 425; Millersburg, OH 44654. www.AmishCountryChallenge.com
NEW LISTING: Saturday, 9/8. HABITOUR. Oxford. Fund-raiser for the TriState Habitat for Humanity, building housing for families in need. Choice of 10/25/62.5 miles of rolling terrain. Short 5- to 10-mile ride is meant for families. TriState Habitat for Humanity. Attn: N. Nuce; 9900 Princeton-Glendale Rd. Ste. 216; Cincinnati, OH 45246. (513) 942-9211. www.HabiTour.org
Sunday, 9/9. 13th RUTH I BENTLEY MEMORIAL RIDE. Urbana. Explore Champaign County and portions of neighboring counties on routes through beautiful, scenic agricultural areas dotted with historical landmarks. Choose from 15-mile family trail ride or routes of 30/45/60/100 flat to very hilly miles. Riders will be served a continental breakfast and lunch. Funds raises help to maintain trail and extend the system northward. Entry Deadline: Sept. 1. Simon Kenton Pathfinders. Nancy Baldwin; PO Box 91; Urbana, OH 43078. (937) 605-2434. SimonKentonPathfinders.org
LATE ENTRY: Sunday, 9/9. 31st 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; Dick DeBrosse; PO Box 356; Westerville, OH 43081. (614) 882-4871. www.westervillebicycleclub.org/dryrun
Sunday, 9/9. 42nd HANCOCK HORIZONTAL HUNDRED. Findlay. One of the flattest rides in Ohio and an excellent choice for a first “century” attempt. Family-friendly 20-mile ride, 32/62/100-mile routes. Bicycle dealer/vendor displays, ice cream social, ride patch to first 1,000 entrants. Full-service, classic touring event includes SAG support, rest stops, lunch, marked roads with corners swept. Online entry available. Entry Deadline: Aug. 31. Hancock Handlebars. Matt Ankrom; PO Box 232; Findlay, OH 45839. HancockHandlebars.org
Saturday, 9/15. 22nd TOUR OF HOCKING HILLS. Circleville. Budget tour that helps riders prepare for the Columbus Fall Challenge. Mapped and marked routes of 55/75/100 hilly miles available. Columbus Outdoor Pursuits. 1525 Bethel Rd. Ste. 100; Columbus OH 43220-2054. www.Outdoor-Pursuits.org
Saturday, 9/15. 18th NIGHT RIDES ON THE TOWPATH. Peninsula. Free, fun ride for all skill levels covers 12-15 flat miles on Towpath Trail in 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, 9/15. 5th
PEDAL FOR PETS.
Westerville. Fund-raising ride for
the CHA Animal Shelter - its operations and programs. Routes of
5/10/20/40 flat to rolling miles plus a family fun ride. Begins and
ends on Alum Creek Bike Trail. Short routes on trail only; longer rides
visit Hoover Reservoir and surrounding area. Free tees for kids. Food
stop on longer routes. Pre-, post-ride food. Shelter open for visits,
adoptions! CHA Animal Shelter. Dan Stephens; 1036 E. Choctaw Dr.;
London, OH 43140. (740) 852-4828. PedalForPets.comSaturday, 9/15. SIPPO VALLEY BICYCLE POKER RUN. Dalton. Riding 18 flat miles on the Sippo Valley Trail, cyclists stop, draw cards at five checkpoints along the way. Top 10 poker hands win prizes as well as anyone that pulls a joker from the deck. Proceeds benefit local trails. Massillon Area Greenways, Inc. Ernie Lehman; 135 Lake Ave. NW; Massillon, OH 44647. (330) 832-5111. ernie@erniesbikeshop.com
Saturday, 9/15. 5th PAWPAW DOUBLE-NICKEL. Albany. Starting from the annual Ohio Pawpaw Festival, ride 22 or 55 very hilly miles. Endure challenging climbs. Enjoy ridge-top views. Ecstatic downhill glides! 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. AthensBicycle.com
Saturday, 9/15. NIGHT RIDES ON THE TOWPATH TRAIL. Massillon. Free, flat, 15-mile, monthly night ride on the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail. Headlight, taillight, helmet required. After-ride munchies at cafe. Ernie’s Bicycle Shop. Ernie Lehman; 135 Lake Ave. NW; Massillon, OH 44647. (330) 832-5111. ernie@erniesbikeshop.com
Sunday, 9/16. 40th IRISH HILLS TOUR. Sylvania. Paved roads and trails with route choices of 10/31/62/100 miles. Shorter routes are flat. Longer routes have rolling hills and enter Michigan’s beautiful green farmlands and lake-filled Irish Hills region. Rest stops for all; lunch on longer routes. Home baked treats, lunch including soup, well-marked routes. Hosteling International - Toledo Area. Tour Director; PO Box 352736; Toledo, OH 43635-2736. (419) 250-0262. HIToledo.org
Sunday, 9/16. 39th NEOC:
NORTH-EAST OHIO CENTURY.
Garrettsville. New
start location with multiple loop options visiting Portage, Trumbull,
Geauga Counties. Riders can look forward to homemade cookies and full
lunch on rides of 25/50/62/75/100 flat to rolling miles with a couple
of larger hills on long rides. Online Entry available. Out-Spokin’
Wheelmen. William Russell; PO Box 838; Youngstown, OH 44501-0838. (330)
549-0550. www.OutSpokinWheelmen.comSunday, 9/16. 3rd WOO-MAN. Wooster & Mansfield. Ride the rolling hills of Mid-Ohio between Wooster and Mansfield on routes of 20/50/100 miles. Funds raised support breast cancer awareness and education efforts. Full-service event including breakfast and lunch, tee shirt, water bottle. Pledge raising encouraged, not required. Wooster Community Hospital & Pat Krocker Breast Cancer Fund. Tricia James; 1761 Beall Ave.; Wooster, OH 44691. (330) 263-8266. www.WooManTour.org
FIXED PHONE TYPO: Saturday, 9/22. 3rd TOUR DE PUTNAM. Ottowa. Travel through several towns within Putnam County with fully-stocked rest stops along the way. Marked routes of 25/75/100 miles are flat, SAG-supported. Food and refreshments at finish. Tee shirts guaranteed to first 100 entrants by Sept. 15. Helmet Required. Putnam County YMCA. Lisa Langhals; 101 Putnam Pkwy.; Ottowa, OH 45875. (419) 523-5233. www.PutnamYMCA.org
Saturday, 9/22. 22nd 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, 9/22. 2nd BLACK SWAMP
FALL TOUR. Bowling Green.
Routes of
31/62 flat miles through the Black Swamp region of Northwestern Ohio
and its lush, fertile farmland. Rides pass through charming Grand
Rapids, an historic canal town with shops, preserved locks, and
grist mill. Snacks included. Black Swamp Bicycling Society. Ken
Matuszak: (419) 262-6028. www.BlackSwampBicyclingSociety.orgSaturday, 9/22. 3rd CF CYCLE FOR LIFE. Waynesville. Full-service fund-raiser for cystic fibrosis research. Four scenic rolling to hilly routes from which to choose: 25/38/65/100 miles. Fun, food, entertainment. Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Molly Rebholz; 4420 Carver Woods Dr.; Cincinnati, OH 45242. (513) 533-9300. Dayton.CFF.org/cycle
Sunday, 9/23. MORON: MIFFLIN OHIO RIDE OTTA NOWHERE. Mifflin. A free ride of about 45 miles in the Mohican - Malabar region of North-Central Ohio. Map provided, no other services. 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! Self-pay lunch at Malabar Inn. Richard DeLombard; PO Box 230; Huron, OH 44839-0230. TinyURL.com/MORONa-Snavely
Saturday, 9/29. 18th NIGHT RIDES ON THE TOWPATH. Peninsula. Free, fun ride for all skill levels covers 12-15 flat miles on Towpath Trail in 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, 9/29. 8th
FREDERICKSBURG LIBRARY ROLL.
Fredericksburg.
Support the all-volunteer community library and have a great day of
riding. Ride for all ages on the beautiful Holmes County Rail-Trail for
18/24/32 miles or head for the hills and valleys of Holmes and Wayne
Counties for a challenging, breathtaking ride of 32/62 miles.
Commemorative long-sleeved tee for pre-registration. Refreshment stop,
fry pies at finish. Fredericksburg Community Library, Orrville Cycling
Clubs. Dave & Jane Braddock; 4835 Graber Rd.; Fredericksburg, OH
44627. (330) 695-2693. FredLib.orgSaturday, 9/29. 16th PEDAL THE LAKES. Greenville, Penn. Full-service tour of the scenic Western Pennsylvania Amish countryside. Choose from routes of 10/32/50/62/100/125 flat to rolling to hilly miles. Benefits area recreational trails. Rider Limit: 500. Mercer County Trails Association. Gary Semroc; 24 Templeton Ave.; Greenville, PA 16125. (724) 588-1472. www.mctrails.org
Saturday, 9/29. CF CYCLE FOR
LIFE. Peninsula. Enjoy the
beautiful fall
foliage along the scenic Towpath Trail of the Cuyahoga Valley National
Park. Choose from routes of 26/40/62 flat miles. Entry fee,
fund-raising minimum benefits cystic fibrosis research. Full support,
prizes, more. Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Northern Ohio Chapter; 5410
Transportation Blvd. Ste. 5; Garfield Hts., OH 44125. (216) 475-2873. NorthernOH.cff.org/cycleforlifeSaturday & Sunday, 9/29 & 9/30. 37th CFC: COLUMBUS FALL CHALLENGE. Sugar Grove. Full-service tour. Ohio’s hardest tour with 16,000 ft. plus of climbing over 2 days. Incredible views from the hills of Southeastern Ohio. Covers 110 miles Sat. 100 miles Sun. Not for beginners. Columbus Outdoor Pursuits. 1525 Bethel Rd. Ste. 100; Columbus OH 43220-2054. (614) 205-0311. www.Outdoor-Pursuits.org
Sunday, 9/30. 21st NORTON
KIWANIS CIDER FESTIVAL BIKE RIDE. Norton.
Enjoy well-marked routes of 25/62 flat to hilly miles traveling through
Summit and surrounding counties. SAG wagons, break stops with snacks
and water. Tee shirts to first 100 riders registered. Grilled lunch at
the finish. Plan to enjoy Cider Festival activities while in Norton!
Norton Kiwanis. Mike Barkey; 3080 Loyal Oak Dr.; Norton, OH 44203.
(330) 825-8624. wbarkey1@neo.rr.comSunday, 9/30. TIPP CITY MUM FESTIVAL BICYCLE TOUR. Tipp City. Travel 32/45/62 flat to rolling miles over lightly-traveled roads in the northern Miami Valley. Rest stops offered. Rider Limit: 350. Shifting Gears. Seth Stormer; 215 W. Simpson; Troy, OH 45373. (937) 308-3700. www.CyclingMinistry.com
october
Saturday, 10/6. 27th 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. www.Outdoor-Pursuits.org
ADDED URL: Saturday, 10/6. 2nd CYCLE FOR
SCOUTS. Marion. Enjoy a
10/25/50/62 -
mile tour on the flat to rolling roads of Central Ohio while supporting
Scouting. Marked routes, maps, snacks, lunch stops, souvenir patch.
Proceeds benefit Heart of Ohio, BSA. Rider
Limit: 500. Harding Area
District - Boy Scouts of America. Jeffrey Youngs; PO Box 452; Prospect,
OH 43342. (740) 225-8808. www.hardingareadistrict.org/Cycleforscouts.htmlSaturday, 10/6. GREAT GHOST RIDER RAMBLE. St. Leon, Ind. Routes of 25/35/59/72/100 miles with 18-mile family fun ride. After-ride dinner cooked by high school Future Homemakers of America. Homemade country desserts. Cincinnati Cycle Club. www.CincinnatiCycleClub.org
Saturday, 10/6. RIDE TO IMAGINE. Cleveland. Rides of 15/30 flat miles through Cleveland’s Metroparks followed by community party with food and games for adults and kids. Proceeds benefit free community programs for people with disorders such as Alzheimer’s Disease. Carolyn L. Farrell Foundation for Brain Health. PO Box 16893; Rocky River, OH 44116. (440) 391-2867. www.RideToImagine.com
Saturday, 10/6. 2nd MAD RIVER - DARBY CREEK RIDE. West Liberty & Plain City. Two starts on one ride following the headwaters of the Mad River and Darby Creek covering 35 - 80 flat to hilly miles. Proceeds benefit expansion of Simon Kenton Trail bike path. West Liberty Bike Tours. Jim Hoffman; 117 W. Newell St.; West Liberty, OH 4357. (937) 441-2977. https://sites.google.com/site/westlibertybiketours/
Sunday, 10/7. 2nd GOT BIKE? Ravenna. Routes of 10/25/50 miles explore the city of Ravenna, the township, and surrounding communities. A Big Wheel ride is designed for the little rider of the family. The 50-miler is challenging exploring the beautiful hills of the area. Online entry available. Ravenna Fun Fitness Series. PO Box 2512; Stow, OH 44224. (330) 686-0993. www.ImAthlete.com
Saturday, 10/13. 35th TOMBSTONE TOUR. Berkey. Celebrate the Halloween season riding 38 flat miles on back country roads. Prizes for best bike-safe costumes. Complimentary group or individual photo for each rider. Lunch and orchard visit with cider and cookies provided. Hosteling International - Toledo Area. Tour Director; PO Box 352736; Toledo, OH 43635-2736. (419) 882-5707. HIToledo.org
Saturday, 10/13. 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 in Oak Openings Metropark. Ride led by a naturalist who will tell spooky stories. Face painting, treats, lunch provided. Rider Limit: 60. Hosteling International - Toledo Area. Tour Director; PO Box 352736; Toledo, OH 43635-2736. (419) 882-5707. HIToledo.org
Sunday, 10/14. 34th FALL-N-LEAF. Bellville. A beautiful countryside tour through Amish communities. Routes of 37/50/68 rolling to hilly miles - the 50-mile option is new! Some distance on Richland B&O paved bike trail. Hot sandwiches and SAG service, support along route included. Bring a friend and enjoy a fun day. Online entry. Mid-Ohio Bikers. Terry White; PO Box 844; Mansfield, OH 44901. (419) 545-3946. www.MidOhioBikers.org
Saturday, 10/20. 3rd 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 Towpath Trail in Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Food. Prizes. Free. Helmet and bike lights required. Century Cycles; 1621 Main Street; Peninsula OH. (330) 657-2209. www.CenturyCycles.com/goto/nightrides
Sunday, 10/21. 9th 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 fully-supported, family-oriented 6-mile ride is on the Trumbull County Western Reserve Greenway and surrounding roads. Proceeds support scholarship and cycling advocacy. Garrett Wonders Memorial Fund. Jay Wonders; 1349 Beechcrest St. NW; Warren, OH 44485. (330) 398-2818. www.GarrettsRide.com
Saturday, 10/27. FFF(FFFF): FRIENDSVILLE FREEBIE FIFTY - FALL FOLIAGE & FROSTBITE FROLIC. Medina. Free, self-supported ride around Medina County. Map provided; no other services. Cider and cookies served in park where the two rolling routes split: 28/50 miles. Bike-safe Halloween costumes optional. Daylight ride: no vampires. Medina County Bicycle Club. Richard DeLombard; PO Box 230; Huron, OH 44839-0230. TinyURL.com/FFF-Snavely
november
Sunday, 11/4. 38th RED FLANNEL METRIC CENTURY. Oberlin. A
great way to end the season amongst cycling friends. Event has homemade
soup, cookies, and a raffle. The rolling 64-mile route visits historic
Milan, birthplace of Thomas A. Edison. The rolling and scenic 32-mile
ride reaches Wakeman. Lorain Wheelmen Bicycle Club. PO Box 102;
Amherst, OH 44001-0102. www.LorainWheelmen.orgjanuary 1, 2013
Tuesday, 1/1/2013. 2nd TEAM ROCKY NEW YEAR’S DAY BIKE RIDE. Marion. Free, unsupported 5/10/25 flat miles of mapped riding. Midday sign-in and start! Pre-ride rider photo to be taken on steps of Harding Memorial. Team Rocky. Jeff Youngs; PO Box 452; Prospect, OH 43342. (740) 225-8808. Jeff.Youngs@hotmail.com
Tuesday, 1/1/2013. 37th ABCDEFGHIJ: A BI-CYCLING DANDY EXCUSE FOR GETTING HIBERNATED IN JANUARY! Medina. A free, self-supported ride in Medina County covering 3/12/24 flat to rolling miles. Map provided but no other services or support. Personalized certificate of participation available post-ride. Prepare yourself and your bike for the weather, expect it to get worse! Medina County Bicycle Club. Richard DeLombard; PO Box 230; Huron, OH 44839-0230. tinyurl.com/ABC-Snavely
Tuesday, 1/1/2013. 37th BEAN RIDE. Perrysburg. Ring in the new year on a free ride with map provided covering 13/17/21 flat miles following the scenic Maumee River. Enjoy a bowl of bean soup for warmth and to bring good luck. Restaurant stop is indicated, you pay for what you eat... it’s a free ride, after all! Toledo Area Bicyclists. Tour Director; 1333 Thatcher Dr.; Toledo, OH 43606. (419) 243-7680. patsquire@juno.com
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