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Sexy and empowering!The internationally touring film festival of erotic bicycle movies.See More

Organized 11 years ago by the venerable John Greenfield, this beloved annual ride takes an moderate pace for a 100 mile route around the edge of our beautiful city.  An excellent first "Century" ride with it's many CTA bail-out options for peace of mind, this ride is perfect for those who think they might, but aren't sure yet that they can handle a full 100 miles in a day.  (Spoiler Alert--Turns out, you totally can!)John is stepping aside this year to work on other rides, so some of us that…See More

The Evanston Bicycle Club’s North Shore Century offers incredibly scenic biking on routes of 25, 50, 62, 70 and 100 miles. You'll experience beautiful neighborhoods, view unique architectural treasures, pedal down tranquil tree-lined streets and feel the refreshing breezes of Lake Michigan. There are frequent rest stops stocked with home-baked goodies. Sags and bike mechanics are provided. Helmets are strongly urged.All rides start and end at Dawes Park, Evanston, IL.Registration is $22 for…See More

 Last year's halloween party saw over 250 spooky cyclists.  This year's party is a fundraiser for The Chainlink and Working Bikes Cooperative.  The Chainlink is launching a premier tune up campaignto raise funds and re-vamp the…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

Come out and see some of the finest bicycles made in the past 100 years ! This is the 8th year for this huge show and swap. 70 or more bikes compete for trophies and ribbons. Bring your favorite and enter for $5. Swap spaces are $20 to sell vintage parts.Parking and admission are FREE !!!See More

THE monthly north side gathering of cyclists. Winds a dozen miles-ish, ending with food+drink. Well-attended. Bring friends, tunes, bells, costumes, cameras. Meet under Young Lincoln Statue at Ridge and Thorndale.  Not just for Northsiders, see it as a second big monthly mass, sometimes topping 100 riders.See More

Last Fridays, leaves after 6pm.THE monthly gathering of bicyclists making their presence known downtown since 1997. Slowly winds a dozen miles or more. Radically inclusive, thousands attend in good weather.Daley Plaza, 50 W Washington. Under the Picasso (giant rusty bird), at Dearborn, SW of State&Lake train stop, Randolph exit from LFT.See More

Chicago's only bike-friendly beach concert!Montrose Beach is just a bike ride away and on Friday, July 27, you'll enjoy the sounds of Ra Ra Riot and sip some Land Shark Lager suds with the waves crashing in the background at the first annual Bike to the Beach Bash. You might as well call it a staycation and a fantastic way to kick-off another glorious Chicago summer weekend.   Hang out on the deck at The Dock, a popular waterfront bar at Montrose Beach, or sink your toes in the sand while…See More

Join us for the next Bike-In movie on our rooftop, on Tuesday, July 17! We will be screening Rushmore at 8:30pm. Stop by the 1550 Bar between 7:30pm – 8:15pm for a pre-reception with New Belgium Beer specials. Admission is $5 and can be paid at the door. All proceeds will benefit local non-profit Fresh Moves. Register in advance and be entered to win a special prize. Be one of the first 50 people to register in advance and you will get a…See More

Bike To Pitchfork! (And volunteer for a free day pass!)Please email Ginny Cook: gcook@chicagoreader.com  The Chicago Reader is back with the Chicago Reader Biker Villages at Pitchfork this year, providing over 10,000 square feet of safe & secure parking, plus free water, grease for chains, and air for tires provided by The Bike Lane. The larger village is located in the North West corner of Ashland and Madison and the smaller…See More

This is a largely non-atheletic endeavor and open to anyone with a bike.  Come on down to Gannon's for a couple of beers at 8, ride at 9.  Destination will be announced at the bar. See More

THE monthly north side gathering of cyclists. Winds a dozen miles-ish, ending with food+drink. Well-attended. Bring friends, tunes, bells, costumes, cameras. Meet under Young Lincoln Statue at Ridge and Thorndale.  Not just for Northsiders, see it as a second big monthly mass, sometimes topping 100 riders.See More

To all liberated cyclists who take to the road every month, for free, in large masses. It is our duty to audit the L.A.T.E. Ride to ensure that fellow cyclists experience an entertaining and enjoyable ride for their money. We'll meet at the traditional bar on the corner of Jackson and Halsted. Where we will get drunk before the audit. (Just like IRS agents you can't audit on a booze-less stomach.) Remember if you're inclined to bring your own hooch for the ride do so! We don't know if we'll…See More