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RIDE with our group 25 - 35 mi. TOUR the sustainable Rooftop Farm, which grows more than 1,000 pounds of fresh food every year. EAT a hearty lunch, family-style and prepared just for us.  Locally-grown and seasonal specialties to include several entrees and lots of sides.We’re teaming up with our friends at Uncommon Ground to enjoy a morning ride followed by a behind-the-scenes look at how the greenest restaurant in the US supplies its kitchen locally - by growing vegetables on the roof!  Then…See More

Come join us this Saturday for a Tour of Norwood Park and Edison Park and a discussion of the architecture and history of the Northwest corner of Chicago and some of its suburbs.  We will meet directly at 11:00 at the Norwood Park Fieldhouse at 5801 N Natoma in Chicago.  Originally conceived as only a tour of…See More

 Avondale, Chicago Community Area 21 sits 6 miles northwest of the Loop. Once part of a vast expanse of prairie, the installation of the Old Northwest Plank Road, today's Milwaukee Avenue, helped spur business and development and ushered in many years of prosperity. Avondale was annexed to Chicago in 1889 and grew rapidly as…See More

5th annual Oak Park Micro Brew Review. Features over 90 craft beers from more than 30 microbreweries across the Midwest.  Proceeds from the event help fund SGA’s non-profit work to build healthy, environmentally sustainable communities in the Midwest. 3pm - 7pm. Tickets go on sale May 1st.See More

If you like to eat, ride a bike, meet new people, explore different parts of the city, but dedicate only half a day doing it at a time, this new series of group bicycle rides is for you!  The "Breakfast Club" will ride at a casual pace to a different neighborhood, stop for breakfast at a pre-selected restaurant, and be back around noon.  The "Breakfast Club" is a fun, social gathering open to all.  There is the age old quandary do you “eat to ride” or “ride to eat” and this is definitely an…See More

Four-Star Bike Tour, Aug. 26, 2012 Chainlinkers, save $3 with discount code: chainlink3 Take a spin through captivating neighborhoods in Chicago and beyond for the Four-Star Bike Tour on Sunday, August 26, 2012. Choose from four fun, scenic routes that expose you to lush parks, historical architecture and famed landmarks during Chicago’s longest-running annual ride. Sign up for the 12-mile route and join a scavenger hunt on the ride! Compete in the scavenger hunt as an individual or put…See More

Please join us for a presentation by Ben Helphand about the Bloomingdale Trail. Come early to socialize - anytime after 6:00. 
 Anyone is welcome, whether you're a longtime, new or prospective member.  I hope to see you there. 
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The Near West Side is Community Area #28, sitting 2 miles west of the Loop. The Community is home to a number of prominent Chicago neighborhoods including Greektown, the Fulton River District, University Village, Little Italy, Maxwell Street, Tri-Taylor, Illinois Medical Center, the West Loop, West Loop gate and United…See More

Austin, Chicago Community Area #25 sits seven miles due west of the Loop. It is one of Chicago’s largest Community Areas and was founded in 1865 by Henry Austin. Originally located in the township of Cicero, it was voted out of the Township and became part of Chicago in 1899. For years, the rail lines served as a boon to Austin, and development and communities grew and prospered for years. Austin is site to some of the grandest mansions and most splendid architectural forms in all of Chicago,…See More

Half Acre Beer Company will be sponsoring the party so beer will be flowing and raffle prizes everywhere!We will be rockin in the gorgeous upstairs room of Galway Arms with FREE bike parking at cycle smithy and at Fullerton and Clark!…See More

FWEGA is a Chicago Cycling Club tradition that gives long-time, new and prospective CCC members a chance to get introduced to each other during a leisurely mid-week evening ride and a post-ride snack. Bring a lock and money for food and drink.    NOTE: This ride ends after dark, so bring your lights!See More

FWEGA is a Chicago Cycling Club tradition that gives long-time, new and prospective CCC members a chance to get introduced to each other during a leisurely mid-week evening ride and a post-ride snack. Bring a lock and money for food and drink.  NOTE: This ride ends after dark, so please bring your lights! 10-14 mph, 15 miSee More

Led by Lee Diamond of Chicago Neighborhood Bike Tours, join us for a free 2-hour mini-bike tour of the Loop. After work, grab your bike and pedal over to…See More

 Community Area #31, the Lower West Side is 3 miles southwest of the loop. It is bounded on the south and east by the South branch of the Chicago River and on the north and west by the Burlington Northern Railroad. The oldest section is known as Pilsen, named for the city in Bohemia, where many of the earliest settlers…See More

The weather is starting to warm up so let's get together yet again and start planning a K.A. spring and summer in Chicago!!Matilda is in Lakeview right at Barry and Sheffield. They have a decent food menu and Thursday's specials are $5 Apps and $3.50 Point Pale Ale Drafts.See you there!See More

FWEGA, a Chicago Cycling Club tradition, is intended as an easy intro to club riding and a great way for old and new members to meet and socialize.  Bring your lock and money for food and drink.  NOTE: This ride ends after dark, so please bring your lights! 10-12 mph, 10-15 miSee More

FWEGA, a Chicago Cycling Club tradition, is intended as an easy intro to club riding and a great way for old and new members to meet and socialize. Bring your lock and money for food and drink.  NOTE: This ride ends after dark, so please bring your lights!10-12 mi, 10-12 mphSee More

For all those who appreciate the research,tours, passion for architecture and gosh darn fun that is Lee Diamond.