Here is all the information I have or could find about group rides in the area. Contact me with corrections and additions! Katy MONDAY Oshkosh Cycling Club Monday Recreational Ride · Starts at 6:00 pm from the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church lot (Corner of West Haven & 9th Ave). · Typical distance 20 miles; typical pace 10 to 14 MPH (No-Drop). · They say: “It's a relaxing non-competitive ride & ideal for new riders! All you need is a helmet, a reliable bike, and a desire to ride. Everyone is welcome! Experienced riders are encouraged to come to support new riders.” Recyclist Monday Ride · Starts at 6:00 pm from the Recyclist in Kaukauna (631 Saunders Rd, or right off the CE trail) · They say: “ All skill levels welcome, no one left behind.” · Upcoming rides: · 5-18-09 - Normal Ride to High Cliff and Back. · 5-25-09 - Slower group ride 15-17 mph *faster riders will be on their own* TUESDAY Trifox Tuesday Ride · Starts at 6:00 pm from the Aurora Clinic in Kaukauna (2700 Crooks Ave; corner of Hwy 55 and CE) · Typical distance 20 miles (faster riders may ride further); pace of groups ranges from 16-22 mph · They say: “Friendly ride; no drop.” Chain Reaction Steelmen Ride · Starts at 6:00 pm from Chain Reaction Cyclery, 818 N Superior St, Appleton (corner of Winnebago and Superior) · Typical pace 15-17 mph, typical distance 15-20 miles · They say: “The bike must either be a steel, singlespeed, or any retro bike will do. Plan on a bar stop or two along the way.” Chain Reaction Heart Friendly Ride · Starts at 6:30 pm from Chain Reaction Cyclery, 818 N Superior St, Appleton (corner of Winnebago and Superior) · Typical pace 8-10 mph, typical distance 7-8 miles · They say: “This is a great ride for people looking to get back into riding, and enjoy some of Appleton’s historic neighborhoods. We encourage people of all athletic abilities and families to join in.” Oshkosh Cycling Club Tuesday Ride · Starts at 6:00 pm from the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church lot (Corner of West Haven & 9th Ave). · Distance and route will vary; typical pace 18-22 MPH - They say: “It is not a "no drop" ride, but it will be geared towards keeping the group together. It is NOT a "go out and hammer to show everyone how fast you can go up the hill" ride.”
Wheel and Sprocket “Torture Tuesday”
· Starts at 6:00 pm from Appleton Wheel and Sprocket, 3939 W College Ave, Appleton, WI 54914 · Typical pace 25-35 MPH · They say: “Bring out the guns, fastest ride in the area. Racers or aspiring enthusiasts, no one left standing, hilly and challenging.” In Competition Tuesday Ride · Starts at 5:30 pm from In Competition Sports, 2439 University Ave., Green Bay · Two or three pace groups, typical distance – unknown to me · They say: “We’d like to welcome a diverse level of riders to our Tuesday group training ride. New to group riding? Be prepared to ride in a close pack, ride harder than you would alone, and find the possibility of being dropped as you get in shape and develop riding skills. We have mapped routes for riders who find themselves between groups.”
Bike Hub GO! (Girls Only) Ride- Women's Training Ride · Starts at 5:30 pm from the Bike Hub, 1025 N. Broadway, DePere · Typical pace 15-18 mph, typical distance 25-35 miles · They say, “Come prepared to climb some hills and sweat! No drop. Rides require a road bike (skinny tires, drop bars), water, and a helmet” WEDNESDAY Wheel and Sprocket Appleton’s Weekly Ride · Starts at 6:00 pm from Appleton Wheel and Sprocket, 3939 W College Ave, Appleton · Typical distance 25-35 miles; typical pace 18-20 mph · They say: “This ride is more developmental, learn to ride in a group, safely riding paceline.” Wheel and Sprocket Oshkosh’s Weekly Ride · Starts at 6:00 from Oshkosh Wheel and Sprocket, 1451 S. Washburn, Oshkosh. (NOTE: I’ve found some other information indicating that the start time might be 5:30. If you plan to attend, phone ahead to check—I’ll update the page if I learn more) · Typical distance 30 miles; three typical pace groups: Fast (21+ mph), Medium (17-19 mph), & no-drop · They say: “The Wednesday night ride from Wheel & Sprocket is meant to have a friendly and encouraging atmosphere for riders of all abilities” Fox Cities Cycling Club Ride · Starts at 6:00 pm from Fox Valley Technical College, north parking lot · Typical pace “faster than 12 mph, slower than 22 mph ,” distance varies from 12-30 miles based on time of year · They say: “Non-members are welcome but will be asked to sign a liability waiver each time they ride (members sign annually).” Chain Reaction Wednesday Ride · Starts at 6:00pm from Chain Reaction Cyclery, 818 N Superior St, Appleton (corner of Winnebago and Superior) · Typical pace 18-20 mph, typical distance 30 miles · They say: “The group will split in two when rider count grows.” In Competition Wednesday Ladies Ride · Starts at 5:30 pm from In Competition Sports, 2439 University Ave., Green Bay · Typical pace and distance unknown to me · They say, “Let’s ride together and improve our riding skills in a comfortable setting with only the ladies. Meet women who love to ride as much as you do, if that is possible. Maps will be provided.” Stadium Bike Wednesday Ride · Starts at 5:30 pm from Stadium Bike, 2150 W. Mason St, Green Bay · Typical pace and distance unknown to me · They say, “The route loosely follows the Titletown Bike Tour route.” THURSDAY Thursday New Riders (Oshkosh) · Starts at 6:00 pm from Oshkosh Cyclery, 1030 W. 20th Ave, Oshkosh · Typical pace and distance – unknown to me at this time · They say: “This Group Ride is specifically dedicated to the support and development of new road riders. A little bit of knowledge will help you gain the confidence you need. Come learn how to ride safely and efficiently in a group.” Chain Reaction Thursday Women's Ride · Starts at 6:00pm from Chain Reaction Cyclery, 818 N Superior St, Appleton (corner of Winnebago and Superior) · Typical pace 17-18 mph, typical distance 25-30 miles · They say: “This is a ladies ride; however, men are welcome to join as long as they are sporting a kilt or skort.” Bike Hub Training Ride · Starts at 5:30 pm from the Bike Hub, 1025 N. Broadway, DePere · Three groups with distance and pace ranges: 18-30 mph, 30-45 miles · They say, “Pace averages 18-24 on the shortest loop (fast, but no-drop), 20-30 on the middle loop (fastest, designated sprints, drop), and 18-25 on the longest loop (fast but steady pace line, designated sprints, but regroups).” Wheel and Sprocket Appleton’s Weekly Women’s Ride · Starts at 6:00 pm from Appleton Wheel and Sprocket, 3939 W College Ave, Appleton · Typical pace “relaxed,” typical distance 25 miles · They say: “Men are welcome-must follow women’s rules!” · NOTE: This ride is not on their calendar (I took the information from another source); I suggest you call to verify details (997-9300). Gear N Up weekly Ride · Starts at 6:00 pm from Gear N Up, 1276 County Road JJ Neenah · Typical pace “moderate,” typical distance 18, 27, 32 or 37 miles · This ride is not listed on their website (I took the information from another source); I suggest you call to verify details (722-2949) FRIDAY SATURDAY Oshkosh Cycling Club Saturday Ride · Starts at 8:00 am from the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church lot (Corner of West Haven & 9th Ave.). · Typical pace 16 to 18 mph, typical distance about 40 miles in spring, then gets a bit longer each week · They say: “The route is based on the wind. People that don't have time to ride long are encouraged to join in for as long as they can.” Green Bay Saturday Ride · Starts at 8:00 am (mobility exercises at 7:30) from Profitness, 2615 Decuria Ln, Green Bay · Typical pace 16-20 mph, typical distance 22 miles · They say: “All rides will be in the Bellevue, Ledgeview, Rockland and Wrightstown area so yes...there will be hills : ) No Drop policy. If it rains...or snows the rides will be canceled.” Atlas Ride · Starts from the Atlas Coffee Shop in downtown Appleton at 8:00 am in May and September; 7 am in June, July, and August · Typical pace "beginner to moderate", typical distance 30 miles/1.5 hours · They say: “Food and refreshments on the Atlas patio after the ride.”
SUNDAY Oshkosh Cycling Club Sunday Ride · Starts at 8:00 am from the Oakwood School (Oakwood rd. & Old Omro Rd). · Typical pace 16 mph, typical distance 40 miles · They say “The route tends to be based on the wind.. It's a laid back conversational paced ride. Sometimes riders stop for breakfast on the way back.” Wheel and Sprocket Appleton “Fun Road Ride” · Starts at 9:00 am from Appleton Wheel and Sprocket 3939 W College Ave, Appleton · Typical pace “moderate,” typical distance 30-40 miles · They say: “Aggressive, but no-drop!” Ballard Ride · Starts at 8:00 am from the Ballard Park and Ride (intersection of Evergreen and Ballard in Appleton) · Typical pace "beginner", typical distance 30 miles/2 hours __________________ "Just keep going! All you have to do is finish!"
-- Karen Duda, slowest swimmer on my high school team and most inspirational |