Looking to get more involved with riding in the City

Hello Chainlink World,

My name is Dave and I am looking for some help. A few months ago I purchased a new bike. I have been hitting the streets of Chicago on my own but would like to start riding with groups to connect with fellow bike riders.

I currently ride a Kona Dew and looking to ride at a steady pace and check out cool spots around the city.

Any advice on where to start, clubs to look into, etc. would be great.

Thanks!

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Permalink Reply by Active Transportation Alliance on August 9, 2011 at 12:27pm

We've got a great Chicago ride at the end of the month, Chainlinkers save $5 online with coupon code CHAINLINK5.

http://www.thechainlink.org/events/fourstar-bike-tour

You can enjoy a 12-mile route or the Chicago Cycling Club designed 65-mile Ultimate Neighborhood Ride.

The Chicago Cycling Club is also highly recommended for your needs. Confident you will get lots of great suggestions from the Chainlink, so much going on!

Welcome, Dave!

Ethan Spotts, Active Trans

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Permalink Reply by notoriousDUG on August 9, 2011 at 12:48pm

Head over to the calender, find something that looks interesting and come on out.

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Permalink Reply by Rich S on August 9, 2011 at 4:46pm

I'm planning on riding the Full Moon Fiasco this Saturday. I've never done it before and it sounds like fun from the comments on past rides.

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Permalink Reply by John on August 9, 2011 at 5:53pm

FBC rides are fun. You'll meet lots of characters, Dug included.

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Permalink Reply by Nick G on August 9, 2011 at 6:35pm

If you're free Thursday evenings, the Point 83 ride is lots of fun. Pretty laid back, friendly 20- and 30-something crew that hits a few bars and has a fun time riding in between. And +1 on FBC, that and Midnight Marauders are both cool rides with good people too.