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September, 2024

Sunday
1
6:30 PM
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Night Gravel Ride with 20,40, and 60 mile lengths in Oregon, IL. FREE EVENT hosted by White Pelican...THIS IS NOT A Blackhawk Bicycle and Ski Club ride.
Monday
2
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The weather looks like it is going to be hotter than normal. Start time for this Monday will be 7:00AM. No drop 30 mile ride.
Monday
2
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This is a category "2"
Modest 12-14 MPH
Moderate elevation.
NO DROP Ride.

The group may spread out but will regroup at every critical turn or cross road
(Any spot where there is more than one possible direction)
Exceptions to the regrouping may be made based on the participants all being experienced and familiar with the ride and how spread out the ride may have become.

Helmet is required
Tuesday
3
Brown Conservation Park
9:00 AM
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Route often varies as determined by the participants and the weather. Milage from 33-45 miles.
Wednesday
4
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This is a nice easy paced ride (10 to 15 MPH) with nobody left behind.
After the ride, participants often meet for dinner or snacks at one of the local establishments.
The route provided should be considered nominal however depending on the wind and rider considerations, many variations are also possible most having a shorter length. Variations are made at the discretion of the ride leader based on participant inputs.
Thursday
5
Faith Center (S. Main at Pelley Roads) rear parking lot
9:00 AM
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A moderate paced group rides to Pecatonica for breakfast. This route is 41 miles and is flat-to-rolling terrain. Check the Event Calendar for Start Times.
Thursday
5
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19.3-mile ride is entirely paved. The route includes bike paths and Rock Cut roads. Start from Northwest Bank of Rockford parking lot along the Perryville bike path in front of Peak Sports Club.
Sunday
8
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Rochelle, Ill.
Union Pacific Ike Evans Global III Terminal
2701 Intermodal Drive On Display: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. CT
Admission to see the Big Boy is Free and Open to the Public.
Sunday
8
PECATONIC ROAD PARKING LOT at Pecatonica Wetlands Forest Preserve
12:30 PM
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This 27.6-mile ride has approximately 17 miles of gravel. This is an intermediate rather than beginner level gravel ride due to total length and number of miles of gravel. The ride starts at the Pecatonica Wetlands parking lot on Pecatonica Road. Gravel rides are not safe to be ridden on a road bike. A gravel, mountain, or other bikes with 38mm or wider tires is recommended.
Monday
9
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The weather looks like it is going to be hotter than normal. Start time for this Monday will be 7:00AM. No drop 30 mile ride.
Monday
9
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This is a category "2"
Modest 12-14 MPH
Moderate elevation.
NO DROP Ride.

The group may spread out but will regroup at every critical turn or cross road
(Any spot where there is more than one possible direction)
Exceptions to the regrouping may be made based on the participants all being experienced and familiar with the ride and how spread out the ride may have become.

Helmet is required
Tuesday
10
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Route often varies as determined by the participants and the weather. Milage from 33-45 miles.
Wednesday
11
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This is a nice easy paced ride (10 to 15 MPH) with nobody left behind.
After the ride, participants often meet for dinner or snacks at one of the local establishments.
The route provided should be considered nominal however depending on the wind and rider considerations, many variations are also possible most having a shorter length. Variations are made at the discretion of the ride leader based on participant inputs.
Thursday
12
Faith Center (S. Main at Pelley Roads) rear parking lot
9:00 AM
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A moderate paced group rides to Pecatonica for breakfast. This route is 41 miles and is flat-to-rolling terrain. Check the Event Calendar for Start Times.
Thursday
12
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Ride is 19.3 entirely paved miles. You will need a headlight and taillight as it may become dark during the ride. The route includes bike paths and Rock Cut roads. Start from Northwest Bank of Rockford parking lot along the Perryville bike path in front of Peak Sports Club.
Friday
13
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Prairie Fields Sports Complex Belvidere
The ride leaves from the parking lot in Prairie Fields
35-50 mile route.
Tom will lead the route determinedly by the wind and weather.
No drop ride with stops to regroup and water.
About half way will stop for coffee or breakfast.
12-16 MPH average
Toms Phone (815) 873-9180 (815) 978-9339
Saturday
14
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Casual ride 11-13 mph no drop ride. Breaks in both Belvidere and Kirkland.
Monday
16
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The weather looks like it is going to be hotter than normal. Start time for this Monday will be 7:00AM. No drop 30 mile ride.
Monday
16
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This is a category "2"
Modest 12-14 MPH
Moderate elevation.
NO DROP Ride.

The group may spread out but will regroup at every critical turn or cross road
(Any spot where there is more than one possible direction)
Exceptions to the regrouping may be made based on the participants all being experienced and familiar with the ride and how spread out the ride may have become.

Helmet is required
Tuesday
17
Brown Conservation Park
8:00 AM
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Route often varies as determined by the participants and the weather. Milage from 33-45 miles.
Wednesday
18
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This is a nice easy paced ride (10 to 15 MPH) with nobody left behind.
After the ride, participants often meet for dinner or snacks at one of the local establishments.
The route provided should be considered nominal however depending on the wind and rider considerations, many variations are also possible most having a shorter length. Variations are made at the discretion of the ride leader based on participant inputs.
Thursday
19
Faith Center (S. Main at Pelley Roads) rear parking lot
9:00 AM
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A moderate paced group rides to Pecatonica for breakfast. This route is 41 miles and is flat-to-rolling terrain. Check the Event Calendar for Start Times.
Thursday
19
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Ride starts at the Brynwood Square Parking lot on Mulford. We will pick up the route midway and ride part of it led by the leader. We will start the ride at the old Hilander and ride Brynwood, Old Hunters Run, Wishart and Heather to pick up the route. Distance will vary depending on leader and group discretion
Sunday
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Monday
23
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The weather looks like it is going to be hotter than normal. Start time for this Monday will be 7:00AM. No drop 30 mile ride.
Tuesday
24
Brown Conservation Park
9:00 AM
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Route often varies as determined by the participants and the weather. Milage from 33-45 miles.
Wednesday
25
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This is a nice easy paced ride (10 to 15 MPH) with nobody left behind.
After the ride, participants often meet for dinner or snacks at one of the local establishments.
The route provided should be considered nominal however depending on the wind and rider considerations, many variations are also possible most having a shorter length. Variations are made at the discretion of the ride leader based on participant inputs.
Thursday
26
Faith Center (S. Main at Pelley Roads) rear parking lot
9:00 AM
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A moderate paced group rides to Pecatonica for breakfast. This route is 41 miles and is flat-to-rolling terrain. Check the Event Calendar for Start Times.
Thursday
26
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Ride starts at the Brynwood Square Parking lot on Mulford. We will pick up the route midway and ride part of it led by the leader. We will start the ride at the old Hilander and ride Brynwood, Old Hunters Run, Wishart and Heather to pick up the route. Distance will vary depending on leader and group discretion
Saturday
28
City Parking lot at 305 N. Walnut Street in Stillman Valley
9:00 AM
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This 42-mile road ride is ENTIRELY PAVED with breaks at the Blackhawk Statue and in Oregon. The ride with gps map shows gravel but the roads are all paved.
Monday
30
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The weather looks like it is going to be hotter than normal. Start time for this Monday will be 7:00AM. No drop 30 mile ride.