Bike Surgeon

Tour de Surgéon X 2025
2025-07-19 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | 201 E. STATE ST, O'Fallon, IL, 62269, United States
The 10th Annual Tour de Surgeon is on! July 5th – 27th, 2025
The Tour de Surgeon X is ON. This year we celebrate the 10th Anniversary of le Tour de Surgéon with even more than normal, get ready it’s time to RIDE! Saturday, July 5th – Sunday, July 27, 2025. This 3-week event at Bike Surgeon coincides with the Tour de France. Each day that there is a ride stage in the Tour de France, there is a ride stage in the Tour de Surgeon. This event comes with everything you’d expect from the real tour, except A LOT more fun, as you get to ride, not just watch!
To celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Tour in proper fashion we have added a BUNCH of HUGE PRIZES!! And when we say HUGE, we mean HUGE! Prizes, and how to win them, will be announced on the first day of the tour and posted here shortly thereafter.
Tour de Surgeon is a points-based competition. This is NOT a race.
There are several ways in which to accumulate points in each stage:

Sign in and ride the stage. You get the biggest points for simply participating. 10 points for each official TDS Ride and 20 points for each off-site ride (7/6, 7/9, 7/10, 7/13, 7/17, 7/20, 7/24) you sign into and ride. The sign-in binder will be handled by one of our crew, find that person in the shop or at the off-site ride and make sure to sign in. If you do your own remote ride, not with the designated daily ride, but rather a ride on your own, you can earn 5 points. (please send Strava documentation to info@bikesurgeon.com within 24 hours of the ride time to get these points)
Apparel – Dress in a previous year Tour de Surgéon jersey or Pro Team jersey (3 points). Let the crew member who has the sign in sheet know you have a qualifying jersey on to get your points.
Social media – This one is worth three points per post, one post per day. Please upload your pictures from a stage to Facebook or Instagram with #tourdesurgeon; also feel free to tag one or multiple sponsors; using the @ sign before each business name to have them come up correctly: Bike Surgeon, The Korte Company, Gilster Mary-Lee, Smoothie King O’Fallon, North Bay Produce, Lagunas Roofing, Aggressive Graphics, Cardin Photography & Motion, Superior Construction, Raymond James, Barnes Properties, Roots, Le Ono, ReMax Emily Greenstreet, Cycle Life Cycle. At the next time you check in for a TDS ride show the crew member in charge of check in your post and they will notate your points. We used to be able to handle this check via the social platforms, but due to changes (thanks bookFace) we can no longer guarantee consistency in that way of scoring so we have gone back to the old school way of doing it, show us your post in person and get points for it on the following day.
At the end of the event, the most Clever/Creative/Epic picture or video of the year involving a team sponsor will be selected for a 25 point bonus (selected by a third party judging panel). To participate in this piece of the competition please shoot a link to your awesome post to us at: info@bikesurgeon.com.
Strava segment – Each TDS official ride will have a designated Strava segment – top 3 times for both male and female to get bonus points (3 points for 1st, 2 points for 2nd and 1 point for 3rd) **You must participate/ride with the group to earn this bonus. Segments will not be announced/published prior to the beginning of the ride.
Individual Time Trial (ITT) Points – The Individual Time Trials will happen on Wednesday, July 9th and Friday, July 18th. Something new for this year, we will have one TT as we always have, results based on the accuracy of your predicted finish time, with NO electronics or time keeping devices allowed that particular day. This one will be scored as one overall category with 20 Points for 1st thru 2 Points for 10th place. The other TT will be wide open, scored on actual time, male and female categories with age groups every 10 years (10-19, 20-29…..race age will be your age on December 25th, 2025). You read that right, a real TT, on open roads of course, so it’s your responsibility to follow all rules of the road and ride safe.
Offsite Rides – This year we will have more offsite ride locations throughout the event than ever. These will happen: Stage 2, July 6th; stage 5, July 9th; stage 6, July 10th; stage 9, July 13th; stage 12, July 17th; stage 15, July 20th; and stage 18, July 24th. These seven rides will be the only official TDS events of that day. The locations and times will be announced on our facebook event for the TDS and you get extra attendance points for participating in these rides (20 points vs the 10 points for a regular TDS ride).
Theme Nights: On Stage 4, July 8th; Stage 11, July 16th, and Stage 17, July 23rd there will be a specific theme for the ride. If you dress yourself or your bike in that theme you will receive 3 points. Best dressed each theme night will receive an additional 10 points. (Winner will be selected by Bike Surgeon staff that are NO participating in the ride)
21 Stages Completed – Anyone that participates in all 21 stage (max of two of your own remote rides not at official TDS event site) will receive a 25 point bonus

All rides other than the ITT’s will be at B pace (17-19mph AVERAGE) and roll Monday – Friday at 6pm (keep an eye out for those rest days, 7/15 and 7/21); Saturdays at 8am and Sundays at 5pm. If that pace is beyond your skill-set you can sign in with all of the other riders for the TDS and do a ride at your own pace, the important part is you are out riding and rolling from the shop with us.
The top three point’s earners each week (after stages 7,14 and 21) get in on some wicked cool prizes. The Overall top three point-holders at the end of the Tour de Surgéon will WIN a 2023 version of the limited release Tour de Surgéon jersey FREE. The rest of the top ten can grab one of these jerseys at 50% off and anyone with at least 10 TDS points can grab a jersey at 25% off. Those are the regular TDS prizes, the HUGE 10th Anniversary prizes will be announced at the first TDS ride of the year and posted here shortly thereafter.
The Tour de Surgeon is not only a great chance to build HUGE fitness and have fun on your bike, but you can also earn big money for riding your bike! For every point you earn in this year’s Tour, you will earn $1 towards the purchase of a new carbon bike for yourself in 2025. Crunch those numbers: 10 points for showing up to each stage; 3 points for wearing a tour or pro team jersey; 3 points for uploading your pictures to social media and a potential 3 bonus points for Strava segments…almost $20 for one night of riding! Multiply that out over the course of 3 weeks, and you can accumulate some nice cash toward a new ride!
All Tour de Surgeon rides are posted at: https://www.strava.com/clubs/16909

Tour de Surgéon X 2025 OFFSITE Cured and Cultured Belleville
2025-07-20 17:00 - 19:30 | Cured and Cultured, 6401 W Main St, Belleville, IL, United States

Tour de Surgéon X 2025
2025-07-22 18:00 - 19:30, 2025-07-25 18:00 - 19:30, 2025-07-26 08:00 - 10:00, 2025-07-27 17:00 - 19:30 | Bike Surgeon, 201 E State St, O'Fallon, IL, 62269, United States

Tour de Surgéon X 2025 THEME Superhero
2025-07-23 18:00 - 19:30 | Bike Surgeon, 201 E State St, O'Fallon, IL, 62269, United States

Tour de Surgéon X 2025 OFFSITE Millpond
2025-07-24 18:00 - 19:30 | Millpond, 308 E Washington St, Millstadt, IL, 62260, United States

O'Town Hustle Triathlon
2025-08-23 08:00 - 12:00 | OFallon Comunity Park, 401 East 5th St., OFallon, IL, 62269
150 Meter Swim . 10 Mile Bike . 2 Mile Run
Saturday August 23rd. 8AM . O’Fallon IL Community Park

The 8th Annual O’Town Hustle Super Sprint Triathlon sponsored by Smoothie King, North Bay Produce, Le Ono and hosted by Bike Surgeon in collaboration with the Jennifer Mueller Memorial Foundation and RaceMaker Productions.

This one’s for everyone with a 150M pool swim, 10 mile bike and 2 mile run. A time trial start kicks it all off with a swim in the O’Fallon Community Pool for a fun and safe start. Then, race your bike through the beautiful rolling hills north of O’Fallon on your way to fun, fast and flat run.

Updates to the the after-race breakfast, with smoothies from Smoothie King AND we will now have bacon along with the awesome pancake and fresh fruit breakfast feast at the finish line! Gary and Cathy Mueller, the former proprietors of the O’Fallon Egg-and-I and founders of the Jennifer Mueller Memorial foundation, will be on hand with their, will be on hand with their world-famous race day pancakes and tons of fresh berries, fruit and toppings provided by our event sponsor North Bay Produce and bacon from our friends at Le Ono Restaurant in O’Fallon. All race participants get in on the breakfast extravaganza and family and friends can get in on the goodness too with a breakfast only registration. A portion of the proceeds from each race registration and all proceeds from the breakfast registrations will go directly to the Jennifer Mueller Memorial Foundation Fund operated by the Mueller’s in memoriam of their daughter Jenn who passed from cancer in 2018.

New for this year, every participant registered before 7/11/25 will receive a custom O’Town Hustle Race Tri-Top, AND an awesome 2025 O’Town Hustle Finisher medal.

This event happens as one of the activities at O’Fallon CityFest, the annual town picnic and carnival that happens in the park Friday, August 23rd and Saturday, August 24th. Tons of fun for everyone with rides, games, food, car shows and more; plan to stay around and enjoy the day.

Fat Tire Fest 2025
2025-10-17 - 2025-10-19 | Camp Ondessonk, 3760 Ondessonk Rd., Ozark, IL, 62972
Southern Illinois Fat Tire Festival (FTF) happening again for the 21st year, one of the best MTB events in the entire MidWest! This year’s event goes down October 17-19, 2025, at the one and only Camp Ondessonk located in Ozark, Illinois right in the middle of the beautiful Shawnee National Forest. We have miles and miles of great riding for all levels of riders from mellow flow to rugged all mountain boulder strewn rowdiness. The Midwest’s all-inclusive mountain bike weekend with tons of fun riding; both professionally guided and self-led, amazing food and drink, awesome tree-house accommodations, and tons of outdoor adventures Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Click HERE to register NOW!!
FTF has something for everyone, from those wanting to ride every minute of the day to those tagging along to enjoy some time in the great outdoors. The list of fun evolves each year and is part of what makes Fat Tire Fest such a fun event for EVERYONE. This year the list includes 30+ miles of onsite trails to explore at any time, including the 10+ miles of fun and flowy trails handcrafted specifically for MTB riding that weave thru the 800+ acres of CampO property.
At Fat Tire Fest there’s always a ton of riding and a bunch of “other fun” too.

The Fat Tire Challenge will be back on Friday night with the “huffy toss”, the “big kids on little bikes” races, the CampO tug of war and other FTF Challenge tomfoolery.
Saturday afternoon includes the first “race” of the weekend with the “Kids Race” at the expo area followed by the Off-Road Crit race on a super fun one-mile course, ~30 minutes of racing for bragging rights all weekend long.
“The Hunt” scavenger challenge goes on all weekend long.
A Tunnel Hill Rail Trail ride happens Saturday mid-morning
Guided family MTB rides happen both Friday and Saturday
On-site bike demo’s from Santa Cruz, Cannondale and Cervelo all day Friday and Saturday and a number of other brands on site with cool gear to check out.
Fat Tire wouldn’t be Fat Tire without great food, cold drinks, treehouse accommodations and amazing prizes, last year was over $10,000 worth.
We cap the weekend off right with the O-Face MTB Bracket race on Sunday, a predicted time bracket race on a “less than” 10-mile course.

Join us for the 21st Fat Tire Fest and have more fun, more adventure and embrace the outdoors while enjoying your best weekend of the year.

Halloween Costume Ride
2025-10-28 18:00 - 19:00 | Bike Surgeon, 201 E State St, O'Fallon, IL, 62269, United States
Grab your costume, your bike, and some lights and join us for a spooktacular Tuesday Night Group Ride. Tuesday 10/28 we’re celebrating Halloween Surgeon style with a costume-themed group ride that’s sure to be full of laughs, lights and good times!

Loose the Tubes Wrench Class
2026-02-12 18:00 - 19:00 | Bike Surgeon, 201 E State St, O'Fallon, IL, 62269, United States
Go from zero to hero on tubeless knowledge, setup your tubeless compatible wheels and tires for tubeless, from rim tape to the right sealant we will cover it all. Includes tape, sealant (Orange Seal, Reserve, Vittoria or WTB included), in-depth instruction and a $20 credit for valves for your rims. If tires or wheels are needed to get you all the way setup receive an additional 10% off that night. Includes a complimentary beverage from Gears to help the evening go even better. $100 Click here to register now!

The Art of the Wrap, Doing Bar Tape RIGHT! February 19th
2026-02-19 18:00 - 19:00 | Bike Surgeon, 201 E State St, O'Fallon, IL, 62269, United States
February 19th, 6PM The Art of the Wrap: We’ve all seen it, the dude who’s super proud of his new tape, but no one wants to tell him it looks like garbage because he did the install very poorly himself….don’t be “that guy”! Learn the art of tape wrapping from some of the best and make sure all of your tape jobs not only look great but last too! Includes a $25 credit for tape and plugs. $65 Get registered here!

Fixing Flats in the Wild
2026-02-26 18:00 - 19:00 | Bike Surgeon, 201 E State St, O'Fallon, IL, 62269, United States
February 26th Flats in the Wild: Get professional instruction on how to do a flat repair on the road. Learn all the tips and tricks to make this rather frustrating event as pain free as possible. Includes 2 CO2 cartridges for use that night, a tube to fix your flat and a set of tire levers to get the job done. $65 Get registered today here!

Tuesday Night Group Rides
2026-03-10 17:30 - 18:30 | Bike Surgeon, 201 E State St, O'Fallon, IL, 62269, United States
Tuesday nights are for riding! Come join in the FUN!
3 different paced based groups to choose from routes change weekly. Check Bike Surgeon Strava Club to get the route:
A Group – Average speed 21-23 mph
B Group – Average speed 17 – 19 mph
C Group – Average Speed 14 -16 mph
An annual ride waiver is required; if this your first time plan to arrive a few minutes early and check in with any staff member to complete the waiver and get your 2026 waiver sticker.
After the ride, stop in the shop and enjoy some eats and drinks.
Ride Guidelines:
As cycling enthusiasts, group rides offer a great opportunity to connect with fellow riders, push ourselves individually, and explore new routes together. Amidst the camaraderie and excitement, it’s essential to prioritize safety and adhere to proper ride etiquette to ensure an enjoyable experience for all. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or new to the scene, here’s a guide to navigating the pack safely:

The Basics:

It’s a GROUP Ride, not a Race.
For insurance reasons, only individuals who have agreed to these guidelines and signed the group ride waiver may participate in our rides.
Bike Surgeon group rides feature a “NO DROP” policy. We will not leave anyone behind, but that doesn’t mean we don’t hit the gas. There will be times for going fast and times when we all wait for a complete regroup; these are specified by the Ride Leader so pay attention.
All riders must wear a helmet during shop rides and must comply with all rules of the road.
A rear flashing red light is strongly recommended for all riders to increase visibility.
Bike Surgeon and the ride leaders reserve the right to ask anyone who does not follow these guidelines or rides in an unsafe manner to leave the ride. Our safety and reputation as cyclists within this community depend on you, thanks for helping out.

Group Details, please know your skills and physique and pick the group that fits yours best:

A Group – Average 21-23 mph. Uses a rotating paceline. A Group riders should be experienced bike handlers who are comfortable in a rotating paceline and can maintain a GPS AVERAGE SPEED of 20mph on a solo ride for over an hour.
B Group – Average 17-19mph. Rotating paceline option. B Group riders can maintain a GPS AVERAGE SPEED of 17mph on a solo ride for over an hour, have group ride experience and knowledge of a rotating paceline.
C Group – Average 14-16mph. Recreational fun enthusiast group ride great for new and experienced riders alike.

When moving up to the next group, stay in the draft and listen to the ride mentors, we want you to finish with the group! If it is observed that your skills or fitness do not meet the minimum standards required, ride leaders will ask you to join the lower group.

Maintain Formation and Ride Safety:

Ride single-file or two wide at maximum. This is at the discretion of the ride leader and condition dependent, listen for specific instructions. NEVER ride in the oncoming traffic lane.
When waiting at the defined regroup area, move well off the right side of the road so we don’t interfere with traffic. DO NOT RIDE CIRCLES in the road. We restart only on the ride leader’s direction.

Rider Responsibly:

Respect traffic laws and regulations always. This includes stopping at stop signs/red lights, yielding to pedestrians, correct lane use, and signaling intentions to traffic.
Stay attentive and maintain situational awareness and always look way ahead (50’+). Scan the road ahead for obstacles, potholes, or debris that could pose a threat to you or the group. The further out you look the smoother and more stable you will ride.
Avoid overlapping wheels to prevent collisions and maintain a safe/efficient distance from others.
There will be times when braking and shifting is necessary to maintain a consistent pace within the group.
Be predictable. Shift as needed Ride in a straight line and maintain a steady pace.

In Ride Communication:

NO music/earphones/bone conductive devices, we need you to be able to hear all things!
Use clear, concise, and loud verbal commands (do not scream) to alert fellow riders of approaching traffic, hazards, changes in pace, or the need to slow down or stop. “Car up”, “car back” “slowing” “stopping” “left turn” “right turn”
Hand signals for turning and stopping are as follows (only use these signals if you are very confident bike handler): Left arm straight out for a left turn. For a right, right arm straight out or left arm out and bent upwards. Left arm out and down with your palm to the rear to signal slowing or stopping.

Respect Fellow Riders

Be mindful of your fellow riders’ skill levels and abilities, adjusting your pace and expectations accordingly.
Avoid aggressive or erratic behavior that could intimidate or endanger others. Remember, group rides should be inclusive and enjoyable for everyone involved.
Be prepared to adjust your riding style and pace based on changing road conditions, weather patterns, unexpected obstacles, and varied skill levels of other riders.
Encourage camaraderie, support, and mutual respect among group members, celebrating achievements and offering assistance or encouragement when needed.
Embrace the opportunity to learn from more experienced riders, asking questions and seeking advice to improve your skills and confidence.

Prepare and Plan Ahead:

Please be punctual, arrive prior to the ride start with your gear and equipment ready to ride. The ride rolls on schedule.
Conduct a bike check to ensure your equipment is in good working condition, including brakes, tires, and gears, well before the ride.
Familiarize yourself with the planned route, noting any potential hazards or challenging sections that may require extra caution.
Prioritize safety above all else.

By adhering to these principles of safety and etiquette, we can all enjoy a safe ride. Remember, you play a crucial role in ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for yourself and everyone riding. Saddle up, stay vigilant, enjoy the ride!

Saturday Morning A and B Group Rides
2026-03-14 08:00 - 10:00 | Bike Surgeon, 201 E State St, O'Fallon, IL, 62269, United States
Join us Saturdays at 8AM for A (21-23mph) and B (17-19mph) group rides. Routes can be found on our Strava page here.
An annual ride waiver is required; if this your first time plan to arrive a few minutes early and check in with any staff member to complete the waiver and get your 2024 waiver sticker.
After the ride, stop in the shop and enjoy some eats and drinks.

Ride Guidelines
As cycling enthusiasts, group rides offer a great opportunity to connect with fellow riders, push ourselves individually, and explore new routes together. Amidst the camaraderie and excitement, it’s essential to prioritize safety and adhere to proper ride etiquette to ensure an enjoyable experience for all. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or new to the scene, here’s a guide to navigating the pack safely:

The Basics:

It’s a GROUP Ride, not a Race.
For insurance reasons, only individuals who have agreed to these guidelines and signed the group ride waiver may participate in our rides.
Bike Surgeon group rides feature a “NO DROP” policy. We will not leave anyone behind, but that doesn’t mean we don’t hit the gas. There will be times for going fast and times when we all wait for a complete regroup; these are specified by the Ride Leader so pay attention.
All riders must wear a helmet during shop rides and must comply with all rules of the road.
A rear flashing red light is strongly recommended for all riders to increase visibility.
Bike Surgeon and the ride leaders reserve the right to ask anyone who does not follow these guidelines or rides in an unsafe manner to leave the ride. Our safety and reputation as cyclists within this community depend on you, thanks for helping out.

Group details, please know your skills and physique and pick the group that fits yours best:

A Group – Average 21-23 mph. Uses a rotating paceline. A Group riders should be experienced bike handlers who are comfortable in a rotating paceline and can maintain a GPS AVERAGE SPEED of 20mph on a solo ride for over an hour.
B Group – Average 17-19mph. Rotating paceline option. B Group riders can maintain a GPS AVERAGE SPEED of 17mph on a solo ride for over an hour, have group ride experience and knowledge of a rotating paceline.
C Group – Happens at 10A on Saturdays, hit the link here.

When moving up to the next group, stay in the draft and listen to the ride mentors, we want you to finish with the group! If it is observed that your skills or fitness do not meet the minimum standards required, ride leaders will ask you to join the lower group.

Maintain Formation and Ride Safety:

Ride single-file or two wide at maximum. This is at the discretion of the ride leader and condition dependent, listen for specific instructions. NEVER ride in the oncoming traffic lane.
When waiting at the defined regroup area, move well off the right side of the road so we don’t interfere with traffic. DO NOT RIDE CIRCLES in the road. We restart only on the ride leader’s direction.

Rider Responsibly:

Respect traffic laws and regulations always. This includes stopping at stop signs/red lights, yielding to pedestrians, correct lane use, and signaling intentions to traffic.
Stay attentive and maintain situational awareness and always look way ahead (50’+). Scan the road ahead for obstacles, potholes, or debris that could pose a threat to you or the group. The further out you look the smoother and more stable you will ride.
Avoid overlapping wheels to prevent collisions and maintain a safe/efficient distance from others.
There will be times when braking and shifting is necessary to maintain a consistent pace within the group.
Be predictable. Shift as needed Ride in a straight line and maintain a steady pace.

In Ride Communication:

NO music/earphones/bone conductive devices, we need you to be able to hear all things!
Use clear, concise, and loud verbal commands (do not scream) to alert fellow riders of approaching traffic, hazards, changes in pace, or the need to slow down or stop. “Car up”, “car back” “slowing” “stopping” “left turn” “right turn”
Hand signals for turning and stopping are as follows (only use these signals if you are very confident bike handler): Left arm straight out for a left turn. For a right, right arm straight out or left arm out and bent upwards. Left arm out and down with your palm to the rear to signal slowing or stopping.

Respect Fellow Riders

Be mindful of your fellow riders’ skill levels and abilities, adjusting your pace and expectations accordingly.
Avoid aggressive or erratic behavior that could intimidate or endanger others. Remember, group rides should be inclusive and enjoyable for everyone involved.
Be prepared to adjust your riding style and pace based on changing road conditions, weather patterns, unexpected obstacles, and varied skill levels of other riders.
Encourage camaraderie, support, and mutual respect among group members, celebrating achievements and offering assistance or encouragement when needed.
Embrace the opportunity to learn from more experienced riders, asking questions and seeking advice to improve your skills and confidence.

Prepare and Plan Ahead:

Please be punctual, arrive prior to the ride start with your gear and equipment ready to ride. The ride rolls on schedule.
Conduct a bike check to ensure your equipment is in good working condition, including brakes, tires, and gears, well before the ride.
Familiarize yourself with the planned route, noting any potential hazards or challenging sections that may require extra caution.
Prioritize safety above all else.

By adhering to these principles of safety and etiquette, we can all enjoy a safe ride. Remember, you play a crucial role in ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for yourself and everyone riding. Saddle up, stay vigilant, enjoy the ride!

Saturday C Group
2026-03-14 10:00 - 12:00 | Bike Surgeon, 201 E State St, O'Fallon, IL, 62269, United States
Enjoy a fun C pace group ride averaging 14-16 mph for 20-35 miles typically on the bike trails north of O’Fallon.
An annual ride waiver is required; if this your first time plan to arrive a few minutes early and check in with any staff member to complete the waiver and get your 2024 waiver sticker.
Stop by the shop after the ride for refreshments!
Ride Guidlines
As cycling enthusiasts, group rides offer a great opportunity to connect with fellow riders, push ourselves individually, and explore new routes together. Amidst the camaraderie and excitement, it’s essential to prioritize safety and adhere to proper ride etiquette to ensure an enjoyable experience for all. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or new to the scene, here’s a guide to navigating the pack safely:

The Basics:

It’s a GROUP Ride, not a Race.
For insurance reasons, only individuals who have agreed to these guidelines and signed the group ride waiver may participate in our rides.
Bike Surgeon group rides feature a “NO DROP” policy. We will not leave anyone behind, but that doesn’t mean we don’t hit the gas. There will be times for going fast and times when we all wait for a complete regroup; these are specified by the Ride Leader so pay attention.
All riders must wear a helmet during shop rides and must comply with all rules of the road.
A rear flashing red light is strongly recommended for all riders to increase visibility.
Bike Surgeon and the ride leaders reserve the right to ask anyone who does not follow these guidelines or rides in an unsafe manner to leave the ride. Our safety and reputation as cyclists within this community depend on you, thanks for helping out.

Group details

C Group – Average 14-16mph. Recreational fun enthusiast group ride great for new and experienced riders alike.
A and B Groups roll at 8AM on Saturdays, get to their event details here.

Maintain Formation and Ride Safety:

Ride single-file or two wide at maximum. This is at the discretion of the ride leader and condition dependent, listen for specific instructions. NEVER ride in the oncoming traffic lane.
When waiting at the defined regroup area, move well off the right side of the road so we don’t interfere with traffic. DO NOT RIDE CIRCLES in the road. We restart only on the ride leader’s direction.

Rider Responsibly:

Respect traffic laws and regulations always. This includes stopping at stop signs/red lights, yielding to pedestrians, correct lane use, and signaling intentions to traffic.
Stay attentive and maintain situational awareness and always look way ahead (50’+). Scan the road ahead for obstacles, potholes, or debris that could pose a threat to you or the group. The further out you look the smoother and more stable you will ride.
Avoid overlapping wheels to prevent collisions and maintain a safe/efficient distance from others.
There will be times when braking and shifting is necessary to maintain a consistent pace within the group.
Be predictable. Shift as needed Ride in a straight line and maintain a steady pace.

In Ride Communication:

NO music/earphones/bone conductive devices, we need you to be able to hear all things!
Use clear, concise, and loud verbal commands (do not scream) to alert fellow riders of approaching traffic, hazards, changes in pace, or the need to slow down or stop. “Car up”, “car back” “slowing” “stopping” “left turn” “right turn”
Hand signals for turning and stopping are as follows (only use these signals if you are very confident bike handler): Left arm straight out for a left turn. For a right, right arm straight out or left arm out and bent upwards. Left arm out and down with your palm to the rear to signal slowing or stopping.

Respect Fellow Riders

Be mindful of your fellow riders’ skill levels and abilities, adjusting your pace and expectations accordingly.
Avoid aggressive or erratic behavior that could intimidate or endanger others. Remember, group rides should be inclusive and enjoyable for everyone involved.
Be prepared to adjust your riding style and pace based on changing road conditions, weather patterns, unexpected obstacles, and varied skill levels of other riders.
Encourage camaraderie, support, and mutual respect among group members, celebrating achievements and offering assistance or encouragement when needed.
Embrace the opportunity to learn from more experienced riders, asking questions and seeking advice to improve your skills and confidence.

Prepare and Plan Ahead:

Please be punctual, arrive prior to the ride start with your gear and equipment ready to ride. The ride rolls on schedule.
Conduct a bike check to ensure your equipment is in good working condition, including brakes, tires, and gears, well before the ride.
Familiarize yourself with the planned route, noting any potential hazards or challenging sections that may require extra caution.
Prioritize safety above all else.

By adhering to these principles of safety and etiquette, we can all enjoy a safe ride. Remember, you play a crucial role in ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for yourself and everyone riding. Saddle up, stay vigilant, enjoy the ride!
