What we’re about
This group is for anyone interested in going on bicycle adventures, big or small. It is for all skill levels; beginners to experienced riders. Let's share stories, skills, and experiences and inspire and empower each other to go places on bikes throughout the great state of Wisconsin and beyond.
Why travel by bike?
-Affordability
-Flexibility and independence
-Exercise
-Empowering
-To get a more intimate connection with the people you meet and places you go
-Adventure
Reoccurring events:
-Bike Maintenance Class
-Introduction to Winter Bicycling
-Bicycle Touring Interactive
-Wednesday Night Bike Rides (April to October)
-Weekend Rides
-Sub 24's (overnight camping)
-Multi-day tours
...we are always open to suggestions!
Check out these websites for more inspiration:
https://www.adventurecycling.org/about-us/
http://www.alastairhumphreys.com/adventures/roundtheworld...
Introduction: This weekend's weather was a bit iffy to get in our last overnight campout of the year, so let's do a fun day ride instead! We'll push off from Odana Hills Golf Course and work south, clockwise, towards Paili. At the 9-mile mark, we can head west into Paoli for the shorter 24-mile route or continue south for the 35-mile route with scenic vistas and a few extra climbs. Either way, we get to ride through Paoli! Heading north out of Paoli, we will soon be in Verona, where we can try some chocolates at Candinas Chocolatier. After the sugar rush, we'll experience the scenic Ice Age Bike Trail and Evler Park before returning east to Odana Golf Course.
We hope to see you there!
Skill level: Beginner/Intermediate
Intended Pace: Party Pace. (12-14 mph ±)
Length: 35 miles (Intermediate) with a shorter 24-mile option (Beginner)
Terrain: Rolling Hills (24-mile option) Rolling Hills w/climb (35-mile option). Paved road and trail.
Parking: Odana Hills Golf Course
Time: 1:00 pm meet; 1:15 depart
Cost: Free, but a trail pass is required. Please visit a kiosk or purchase on the Bike Fed website before the ride, which can be found here: Wisconsin State Park Pass.
Route: MAD-Paoli-Verona Ramble_v1 - For Download.
Final Note: Riders must have signed a yearly liability form, which will be provided before the start. Helmets, lights, and proper nutrition/hydration are encouraged: (A minimum of 2 bottles/32 oz of water and two energy bars is a good starting point) Participants should be prepared to ride the entire route at their own pace. If you abandon the ride or drastically change from the intended course, you must inform the leader!
We will cancel at least two hours prior if there is bad weather. Please be courteous to organizers by RSVPing only if you intend to attend and keep your RSVP current. I reserve the right to replace it with a similar event or cancel due to a lack of interest, current events, or trail/road conditions.
Suggested Yearly Donation: $15.
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See all- Paoli-Verona Chocolate Ramble!Odana Hills Golf Course, Madison, WI
Introduction: This weekend's weather was a bit iffy to get in our last overnight campout of the year, so let's do a fun day ride instead! We'll push off from Odana Hills Golf Course and work south, clockwise, towards Paili. At the 9-mile mark, we can head west into Paoli for the shorter 24-mile route or continue south for the 35-mile route with scenic vistas and a few extra climbs. Either way, we get to ride through Paoli! Heading north out of Paoli, we will soon be in Verona, where we can try some chocolates at Candinas Chocolatier. After the sugar rush, we'll experience the scenic Ice Age Bike Trail and Evler Park before returning east to Odana Golf Course.
We hope to see you there!
Skill level: Beginner/Intermediate
Intended Pace: Party Pace. (12-14 mph ±)
Length: 35 miles (Intermediate) with a shorter 24-mile option (Beginner)
Terrain: Rolling Hills (24-mile option) Rolling Hills w/climb (35-mile option). Paved road and trail.
Parking: Odana Hills Golf Course
Time: 1:00 pm meet; 1:15 depart
Cost: Free, but a trail pass is required. Please visit a kiosk or purchase on the Bike Fed website before the ride, which can be found here: Wisconsin State Park Pass.
Route: MAD-Paoli-Verona Ramble_v1 - For Download.
Final Note: Riders must have signed a yearly liability form, which will be provided before the start. Helmets, lights, and proper nutrition/hydration are encouraged: (A minimum of 2 bottles/32 oz of water and two energy bars is a good starting point) Participants should be prepared to ride the entire route at their own pace. If you abandon the ride or drastically change from the intended course, you must inform the leader!
We will cancel at least two hours prior if there is bad weather. Please be courteous to organizers by RSVPing only if you intend to attend and keep your RSVP current. I reserve the right to replace it with a similar event or cancel due to a lack of interest, current events, or trail/road conditions.
Suggested Yearly Donation: $15.
