I recently moved from the Raleigh-Durham area in North Carolina to Chicago. I live in downtown Chicago. I'm looking for some 50-mile bike routes. It would be great if you could provide specific directions and cue sheets.
I've been on the Lakefront path and the North Branch trail. The Lakefront path is too congested and it's difficult to maintain a constant speed on the North Branch trail as it's narrow, curvy, and covered with trees. I also rode up Sheridan Road to Lake Forest University. This wasn't bad once you get past the city and past the horrible streets with potholes in Evanston and Wilmette. I guess I've been spoiled, riding in North Carolina.
Any recommendations of good routes on roads in decent condition would be appreciated! Lists of cycling events and stores rides too! Thanks so much!
I recently moved from the Raleigh-Durham area in North Carolina to Chicago. I live in downtown Chicago. I'm looking for some 50-mile bike routes. It would be great if you could provide specific directions and cue sheets.
I've been on the Lakefront path and the North Branch trail. The Lakefront path is too congested and it's difficult to maintain a constant speed on the North Branch trail as it's narrow, curvy, and covered with trees. I also rode up Sheridan Road to Lake Forest University. This wasn't bad once you get past the city and past the horrible streets with potholes in Evanston and Wilmette. I guess I've been spoiled, riding in North Carolina.
Any recommendations of good routes on roads in decent condition would be appreciated! Lists of cycling events and stores rides too! Thanks so much!
If you hang around Daley plaza on the last Friday of the month until 6:00pm, you will have a few friends to ride with. But hurry, this ride has been scheduled to permanently end in September.
