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Ride among the cherry orchards on the way to Elk Rapids....the trees are loaded down w/cherries! 30-36 miles. No drop ride.

Start at the Village Park on the beach in Beulah. Ride 13 miles to Dreeszen‘s cottage for a coffee stop. Return through Elberta then join the Betsie Valley Trail to Beulah. 26 miles total, 1,165 feet of elevation. Rolling. Ride with GPS map link attached.

Start at Maley Park in Honor (the usual Monday morning spot). Ride through Beulah to Dreeeszen‘s cottage for a coffee stop. 19 miles. Return over Bryce‘s Col (Stratton Hill on M-22) to Elberta to the Betsie Valley Trail. Option to take the Trail all the way to Beulah, or use the road route on the Ride w/GPS map. From Beulah, take Narrow Gauge to Moss to Eastman to Marshall and return to Honor. Total distance 38 miles. Elevation 1,900 feet.

Mountain Bike Skills for Intermediates

Ride in the Leelanau County area. Stop midway for breakfast. Route could be hilly. Pace of the slowest rider.

Avoid the Cherry Festival by staying on the east side.

Leaving from East Bay Park with many ride options from 10-41 miles. Faster riders start first for road safety with possible break sites at Haserot Beach, The Old Mission lighthouse, Mapleton market, etc. * This ride has been rated as the most beautiful in Michigan,

Ride in the Leelanau County area. Stop midway for breakfast. Route could be hilly. Pace of the slowest rider.

Ride to Haserot Beach. Several bathroom stops.

Wear red, white and/or blue to celebrate Independence day. Riding east and then west from the parking lot. 25-30 miles. No drop ride.

Join us for weekly fun trail rides using Vasa single track and other single track, so watch for start location as it may change. Small groups will form based on pace, distance and depending on who shows up. All levels welcome for relaxed pace ride.

Sorry Everyone! Looks like a wet one. See you all next week! Meet at Cherry Bend Park in the parking lot east of the pavilion, which can be entered from Lincoln Road off Cherry Bend Road. Ride to/from Suttons Bay mostly on the Leelanau Trail. 32 miles. Meet at Chimoski Bakery for refreshments. Several ride groups based on speed and comfort level. Optional Lee Point Loop 40 miles or Jim Cooper‘s ride for max 42 miles.

Avoid the Cherry Festival. Route TBD

QuickEvent Tools Add to my Calendar Route link above. 44 miles, around 2600 feet of climbing. Pace will vary, but we will finish with a 14-15 mph average speed. No drop ride.

Ride to the boat launch then over204 to Suttons Bay.

Riding north toward Sutton‘s Bay and will turn around at the appropriate time in order to head south toward the Tikki Hut to join the BFF riders for refreshments at 3:30. $$ Bring money. No drop ride.

Meet at Darrow Park. We will ride the Leelanau trail and turn on Fouch to go to the Tiki Hut (AKA-Paradise Cove: 9851 S Perrins Landing Dr).You‘ll need $$$ for Food & beverages. Anyone not wanting to ride can meet us there at about 3:30. Flat, no drop ride. Good-bye Cherry Fest, Hello more construction.

This 39 mile ride is a B ride due to numerous hills. Starting at the parking lot of St. Mary’s School in Lake Leelanau, we will ride to Northport with a mid ride break at the park just down the street from Barb’s Bakery where coffee and snacks are available. Maps will be provided. Ride leaders Jerry and Mikke Kilts. 989-860-0781

Mountain Bike Skills for Intermediates

Ride the peninsula with 2 bathroom stops.

Ride in the Leelanau County area. Stop midway for breakfast. Route could be hilly. Pace of the slowest rider.

Ride the scenic Old Mission Peninsula on the east side. 25-35 miles. No drop ride.

Leaving from East Bay Park with many ride options from 10-41 miles. Faster riders start first for road safety with possible break sites at Haserot Beach, The Old Mission lighthouse, Mapleton market, etc. * This ride has been rated as the most beautiful in Michigan,

Curious what "gravel/adventure" riding is all about? This loop incorporates a little bit of everything! Leave the skinny, high psi tires home. You could bring your MTB, but for the full experience go with drop bars (and 35mm or wider tires). This is not a "beginner" ride, but anyone with reasonable bike handling skills should have no trouble. We will begin and end from the Sand Lakes Quiet Area parking lot off of Broomhead Rd. This is a no drop ride. https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47384829

Ride north to Elk Rapids to the Flour Pot Bakery for a coffee stop and an apple fritter. 30-35 miles. No drop ride.

Meet at the Civic Center Parking lot by Titus Avenue. Bike to East Bay Park then continue along the East Bay shoreline on Birchwood & East Shore Drive. Turn around at Center Road and bike back along East Bay. Then plan to head to the TART trail and bike to Hull Park & then potentially bike the Boardman Loop. Stop for coffee at Daily Grind (on the trail behind Brick Wheels). Total mileage around 13 - 18.

Backwards ride on Old Mission.

Ride in the Leelanau County area. Stop midway for breakfast. Route could be hilly. Pace of the slowest rider.

This is a 1 night,2 day ride to Charlevoix to catch the Beaver Island Ferry. 1st Day, we‘ll ride to Barnes Park and camp;about 40 miles. 2nd Day we‘ll ride 20 miles to the ferry dock. Register for this event and the Beaver Island tour (7/12-7/14) on the club calendar. If you need to drop a car, we can shuttle to Cherry Capital Airport Parking. Email ride leader if you need to drop a car.

Meet at Cherry Bend Park in the parking lot east of the pavilion, which can be entered from Lincoln Road off Cherry Bend Road. Ride to/from Suttons Bay mostly on the Leelanau Trail. 32 miles. Meet at Chimoski Bakery for refreshments. Several ride groups based on speed and comfort level. Optional Lee Point Loop 40 miles or Jim Cooper‘s ride for max 42 miles.

This is a 1 night,2 day ride to Charlevoix to catch the Beaver Island Ferry. 1st Day, we‘ll ride to Barnes Park and camp;about 40 miles. 2nd Day we‘ll ride 20 miles to the ferry dock. Register for this event and the Beaver Island tour (7/12-7/14) on the club calendar. If you need to drop a car, we can shuttle to Cherry Capital Airport Parking. Email ride leader if you need to drop a car.

Plan on riding the Outer Loop counterclockwise, with option to include Never Never Land for up to 21.5 miles, depending upon group interest. We‘ll meet at the Eckerd Rd trailhead @ 9:30. This is a no drop ride, but there are plenty of opportunities to cut the ride short if needed. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/660ef357ed1fbb320bc42a8d/t/6632d65350967f45ef3cd123/1714607702055/Glacial+Hills+Map-1.png

UPDATE 7/2/24 Registration is closed. Lodging: We are staying at The Brothers Place, a summer retreat house formerly owned by the Christian Brothers religious order. They are holding 24 single occupancy, twin bed rooms. $50/night per person. Each room has a washbasin, separate dormitory-style showers and baths. A continental breakfast is included. Each room does have electricity. Deposits are not required; register only if you’re committed. We will pay individually at check-in. The owner accepts cash or check, no credit cards. Activities: We’ll ride around the island Saturday, @40 miles on mostly hard pack. There are a number of beaches, trails, and historical sites to explore. Pack a lunch or grab a sandwich at the deli, pack a towel and a swimsuit for the tour. We’ll take some shorter tours Sunday. Meals: Brothers Place provides a continental breakfast. There’s a good coffee shop in town, too. Lunch can be bought at the deli or at the supermarket. There are a number of restaurants and a decent microbrewery within a 10 minute ride. Logistics: No SAG on this trip. Bring tools, tubes, and tires. Bring some snacks and adult beverages to share on the porch; we have access to the kitchen refrigerator to keep beverages cool for happy hour. Check ferry schedule at https://www.bibco.com/ferry-schedules/ Arrive at least 1 hour before departure to drop off your bike and park. Parking is $5/day. If you want to ride from TC to Charlevoix leaving July 11, returning July 15, register separately on the club calendar. Camping is at Barnes Park in Eastport. Beaver Island Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45432755 Event is only open to CCCC members. Stay current, join CCCC Touring Interest Group

See July 12 Event for details and registration. This is a 3 day event

We‘ll head out via the usual route, then ride Kasson, Batz, Fritz, and Bow to the east shore of Big Glenn Lake. We‘ll climb Trumbull on the return, ride by the Shimek Road lavender fields one more time,and after a short stop in Maple City, return via the usual route. An "A"ride by virtue of the hills, but not the speed. We will finish with a 14-15 mph average speed. ~45 miles, 2500-3000 feet of climbing. This is a no drop ride.

Staying cooler on Old Mission. Route TBD

Ride the Heritage Trail from Glen Arbor to Empire. On the return we will ride what I consider the most challenging 7.5 miles in Leelanau County - Pierce Stocking Drive.

See July 12 Event for details and registration.

Returning to Charlevoix at 4:30PM, we‘ll head to Barnes Park for the evening. (19 miles) On Monday, we‘ll complete our return trip to TC. This is a no-drop ride on trails and roads. 10-12 mph.

Touring Leelanau County. There WILL be hills. Road ride in beautiful, hilly Leelanau County. This is a no drop ride. Ride leader leads from the back.

A tour of northern Leelanau Count. Mix of flats and hills. Regroup in Northport Map: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47555625

Cooler place to ride. Route TBD

Ride the scenic Old Mission peninsula. 30-35 miles. No drop ride.

Ride in the Leelanau County area. Stop midway for breakfast. Route could be hilly. Pace of the slowest rider.

Touring Leelanau County. There WILL be hills. Road ride in beautiful, hilly Leelanau County. This is a no drop ride. Ride leader leads from the back.

Leaving from East Bay Park with many ride options from 10-41 miles. Faster riders start first for road safety with possible break sites at Haserot Beach, The Old Mission lighthouse, Mapleton market, etc. * This ride has been rated as the most beautiful in Michigan,

Plan on riding the Outer Loop counterclockwise for roughly 15 miles, with option to include Never Never Land for up to 21.5 miles, depending upon group interest. We‘ll meet at the Eckerd Rd trailhead @ 9:30. This is a no drop ride, but there are plenty of opportunities to cut the ride short if needed. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/660ef357ed1fbb320bc42a8d/t/6632d65350967f45ef3cd123/1714607702055/Glacial+Hills+Map-1.png

Ride in the Leelanau County area. Stop midway for breakfast. Route could be hilly. Pace of the slowest rider.

Ride to Haserot Beach, starting and ending on east side.

Ride the Heritage Trail from Glen Arbor to Empire. On the return we will ride what I consider the most challenging 7.5 miles in Leelanau County - Pierce Stocking Drive.

Meet at Cherry Bend Park in the parking lot east of the pavilion, which can be entered from Lincoln Road off Cherry Bend Road. Ride to/from Suttons Bay mostly on the Leelanau Trail. 32 miles. Meet at Chimoski Bakery for refreshments. Several ride groups based on speed and comfort level. Optional Lee Point Loop 40 miles or Jim Cooper‘s ride for max 42 miles.

Route link above. 42miles, around 2400 feet of climbing. Pace will vary, but we will finish with a 14-15 mph average speed. No drop ride.

Creative peninsula ride.

Ride on the Leelanau trail to Sutton‘s Bay. Plan to stop at Bay Burrito for lunch so bring money. 32-40 miles. No drop ride.

The Ride Around Torch is an annual one-day 26, 40, 63, or 100 mile bicycle tour primarily along the scenic shores of Torch Lake, Michigan‘s longest and one of its most beautiful inland lakes with unusually clear, bright turquoise hued waters.

A mix of hills and flats between Empire and Lake Michigan at Bohemian Road. Map: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47632181

Ride to Haserot Beach. 2 bathroom stops.

Touring Leelanau County. There WILL be hills. Road ride in beautiful, hilly Leelanau County. This is a no drop ride. Ride leader leads from the back.

Ride to the boat launch then over 204 to Suttons Bay.

Start from the Cherry Bend Trailhead on Leelanau Trail and bike to Nine Bean Rows for a treat. Head back into Suttons Bay and take the Leelanau Trail back to the start. A mix of trail and road riding with a few hills. 36 Miles

Ride in the Leelanau County area. Route could be hilly. Pace of the slowest rider.

Leaving from East Bay Park with many ride options from 10-41 miles. Faster riders start first for road safety with possible break sites at Haserot Beach, The Old Mission lighthouse, Mapleton market, etc. * This ride has been rated by cyclists as the most beautiful in Michigan.

Leave Civic center parking lot (south end by kids playground) and go east on the trail toward the Meijer Acme. On the way back stop at Woodland Sweets and Treats. Should be about 17 miles round trip.

Approximately 35-38 miles of hilly terrain in Leelanau County. Numerous hills. Coffee break in Cedar. Cue sheets will be provided. This is a no drop ride. EVENT Contact. Gerald Kilts

The sunflowers are blooming! Let‘s ride to Elk Rapids to the bakery. We can stop for photos along the way. 30 miles. No drop ride.

Easy short flat ride in preparation for the coming weekend.

Ride to the boat launch then over 204 to Suttons Bay.

This time we‘ll plan on riding the Outer Loop clockwise for a slightly different look. The basic loop is 15 mi, with the option to include Never Never Land for up to 21.5 miles depending upon group interest. We‘ll meet at the Eckerd Rd trailhead @ 9:30. This is a no drop ride, and there are plenty of opportunities to cut the ride short if needed.

Meet at Cherry Bend Park in the parking lot east of the pavilion, which can be entered from Lincoln Road off Cherry Bend Road. Ride to/from Suttons Bay mostly on the Leelanau Trail. 32 miles. Meet at Chimoski Bakery for refreshments. Several ride groups based on speed and comfort level. Optional Lee Point Loop 40 miles or Jim Cooper‘s ride for max 42 miles.

Ride from Lake Leelanau to Lee‘s point. Stop at the bakery in Suttons Bay. Proceed north and back to Lake Leelanau.

C4 will be trailside from 9:00 to 12:30 to give away bells, cookies, ice cold water and answer any trailside questions. We are there to promote the three Cs. Courtesy, Caution and Control

Ride to breakfast in Beulah. Bring park pass for parking.

Ride Old Mission. Route TBD

Riding north on the newly paved Tart trail (Acme Connector). Turning around before Elk Rapids at Townline Road. Plan to stop at the Farm market on the way back for a variety of pastries, soups, ice cream and/or authentic Mexican food. Bring money and camera. 30 miles. No drop ride.

Route link above. 48 miles, around 2400 feet of climbing. Pace will vary, but we will finish with a 14-15 mph average speed. No drop ride.

Meet at Darrow park and ride the Leelanau trail to Farm Club for a late lunch and return the same route. Total of about 14 miles on flat pavement. Feel free to skip the ride and meet us at Farm Club at 3-3:30. Plans of original ride description has changed-sorry.

Ride in the Leelanau County area. Stop midway for breakfast. Route could be hilly. Pace of the slowest rider.

Leaving from East Bay Park with many ride options from 10-41 miles. Faster riders start first for road safety with possible break sites at Haserot Beach, The Old Mission lighthouse, Mapleton market, etc. * This ride has been rated as the most beautiful in Michigan,