Find Cycling Events in the State of Ohio.
February 2025-
Saturday, 2/22. PARKINSON’S REVOLUTION. Perrysburg. Parkinson’s Revolution rides will take place across the country, generating funds and awareness for Parkinson’s Disease. An indoor event, participants in this high-energy ride pedal stationary bikes in-person at the CycleBar studio location or virtually. Celebrate the power of movement at the post-ride happy hour, the Sweat Social! Friends, family, and members of the PD community are welcome to enjoy a short program and light refreshments immediately following the ride. Rider Limit: 37. Parkinson’s Foundation. Attn: Megan Green; 5757 Waterford District Dr. Ste. 310; Miami, FL 33126. (614) 918-7304. PDRevolutionOH.org
March 2025-
Saturday, 3/22. XENIA 100K/200K SEASON OPENER. Xenia. A 100k loop down to Caeser Creek and up to Jamestown from Xenia bike hub. One decent climb, some rolling hills, and some bike path. The 200k riders will have an additional 100k dog-leg along the original Xenia-Russel Point route up to a rural country store with a deli. It can be beautiful, or bitterly cold. Ohio Rando rides are rain or shine, but we will cancel if there are icey/dangerous conditions. Entry Deadline: March 20. Membership in RUSA (rusa.org) is required. Ohio Randonneurs. Ohio Randonneurs. Joshua Haley. (813) 850-9237. Email: [email protected] / Web: ohiorandonneurs.org
April 2025-
Saturday, 4/5. FINDLAY-WATERVILLE-BLISSFIELD 200K. Findlay. A very flat 124.9-mile jaunt from Findlay, crossing into Michigan and back. Ohio Rando rides are rain or shine! Entry Deadline: April 3. Membership in RUSA (rusa.org) is required. Ohio Randonneurs. Joshua Haley. (813) 850-9237. Email: [email protected] / Web: ohiorandonneurs.org
Saturday, 4/12. THINK SPRING RIDE AND LUNCHEON. Stow. Start off the 2025 cycling season with a fun free ride! Two routes are offered: A paved trail route of about 20 miles out and back to Brandywine Falls, and a rolling to hilly road and paved trail route covering 36 miles. Pre-ride snacks are provided. An optional post-ride luncheon (at a nominal charge) is available through required preregistration by April 9. Day-of-ride entries are accepted without lunch. The rides are self-supported with no sag support offered. Akron Bicycle Club. Ron Ring: (216) 798-5089. AkronBike.org
Saturday, 4/19. FIN TO FORT AND BACK 300K. Findlay. From Findlay, head west to invade Indiana Randonneurs’ territory of Fort Wayne. Ohio covering 190 flat miles. Rando rides are rain or shine! Entry Deadline: April 17. Membership in RUSA (rusa.org) is required. Ohio Randonneurs. Joshua Haley. (813) 850-9237. Email: [email protected] Web: ohiorandonneurs.org
Saturday, 4/26. COLUMBUS ROULEUR 100K. Columbus. Mostly flat, some rolling hills on 66.7-mile route. See three creeks, two rivers and some bike paths as you ride from Columbus. Our Rouleur series is a 100k to 200k progression. Ohio Rando rides are rain or shine! Entry Deadline: April 24. Membership in RUSA (rusa.org) is required. Ohio Randonneurs. Joshua Haley. (813) 850-9237. Email: [email protected] / Web: ohiorandonneurs.org
May 2025-
Sunday, 5/4. CLEVELAND CYCLING ACADEMY GRAN FONDO — TOUR DE FARMS. Valley City. Meet and ride with the CCA Team in a fully-supported event for cyclists of all levels. Choose from three different distances through the low-traffic farmlands of Medina County: 10/30/63 miles, plus a 1-mile ride for kids. Routes are mostly flat with some rolling hills. Breathe in the county air and wave to the farm animals! Pedal at your own comfort level. Benefits the 2025 CCA Youth Development Team. Lunch after ride included for all registered riders. Presented by KNABE Law Firm, representing OH cyclists. Cleveland Cycling Academy. Email: [email protected] / Web: clevelandcyclingacademy.org/cca-gran-fondo/
Saturday, 5/10. 11th GEOLOGY RIDE. TBA. A free stop and go educational ride, this is led by a retired geologist and stops at interesting geological sites along the trail, or nearby on intersecting rural roads. A new starting point every year provides access to fresh geological locations on flat to rolling routes of about 15 miles. Rider Limit: 20. Friends of Madison County Parks and Trails. 204 Maple Street Ste. A; London, OH 43140. (614) 205-6754. Web: fmcpt.com
Saturday, 5/17. CANAL WINCHESTER – CHILLICOTHE – LAURELVILLE – LOGAN – ATHENS 400K. Canal Winchester. A hilly, but not outrageous, jaunt through Appalachia to Athens and back, covering 250.4 miles. Ohio Rando rides are rain or shine! Entry Deadline: May 15. Membership in RUSA (rusa.org) is required. Lighting and reflective gear are required and will be checked before the ride start! Ohio Randonneurs. Joshua Haley. (813) 850-9237. Email: [email protected] Web: ohiorandonneurs.org
Sunday, 5/18. THE RED EAGLE GRAVEL GRINDER. Geneva. This is a Grand Fondo-style event; a set marked course, timed and with published results. This event is, however, not a race. Feel free to rip up some gravel with your friends or just take a leisurely spin on the beautiful back roads of Geneva, Ohio. Riders can expect to encounter gravel, dirt, chip seal, and asphalt roads, on routes of 12/22.5/43 flat miles. About 60% of the ride is on gravel roads. The Red Eagle Gravel Grinder benefits the Steven G. Cancer Foundation which advocates for and supports adolescents and young adults as they journey through a cancer diagnosis, treatment, and recovery. Rider Limit: 1,000. Steven G. Cancer Foundation. Email: [email protected] Web: www.stevengcancerfoundation.org
Sunday, 5/18. 50th HUFFMAN SPRING CLASSIC. Brookville. Celebrate the half-century mark for this tour, exploring part of the scenic Wolf Creek Trail, as well as the quiet back roads in western Montgomery County, southern Darke County, and eastern Preble County. Provided: Well-marked routes with easy-to-follow pavement arrows, printed maps and cue sheets, RWGPS routes, evenly-spaced snack stops, SAG service, friendly volunteers, and a delicious buffet lunch at Rob’s Restaurant at the end of the ride. Choose from distances of approximately 32/50/70/100 flat to rolling miles. Entry Deadline: May 14. Make plans now to join in this classic two-wheeled celebration of spring in Ohio! Dayton Cycling Club. Bob Hartman: (937) 974-5393. Web: daytoncyclingclub.org
Sunday, 5/25. 11th FALLSQUEST MAP RACE. Cuyahoga Falls. A different kind of race that involves thinking as well as endurance. Search for 68 locations marked on a map of Cuyahoga Falls. Only a few streets are labeled, so stay aware of where you are! Answer a simple question at each checkpoint (e.g., house number of a home with a bigfoot statue in the front yard). Participants generally cover 6 to 24 miles! Mostly flat with a few good hills. Participants are allowed three hours if on a bike and four hours if they are running. Singles or teams. Helmet required. Entry Deadline: May 21. Northeastern Ohio Orienteering. Bob Boltz: (330) 928-8635. Email: [email protected] Online entry at https://neooc.com/
Ohio Randonneurs’ 2024 Macedonia-Meadville-Salem 600K. Photo by Patrick Chin-Hong
June 2025-
Saturday, 6/7. CANAL WINCHESTER – ATHENS – FRAZEYBURG 600K. Canal Winchester. A hilly (but not outrageous) 600k through Appalachia. 600k (377.1 miles) with a 40-hour time limit, not for the faint of heart. Ohio Rando rides are rain or shine! Entry Deadline: June 5. Membership in RUSA (rusa.org) is required. Lighting and reflective gear are required and will be checked before the ride start! Ohio Randonneurs. Joshua Haley. (813) 850-9237. Email: [email protected] Web: ohiorandonneurs.org.
Saturday, 6/7. 40th HOT TAMALE BICYCLE TOUR. Waldo. Enjoy delicious home-made cookies and fresh strawberries at friendly rest stops on this full-service tour. Routes of 9/18/32/64 flat and beautiful miles cater to cyclists of all abilities. The shorter routes make an excellent introduction to bicycle touring. Early-entry discount offered. Heart of Ohio Tailwinds Bicycle Club. Janine Williams; 1166 Bellefontaine Ave.; Marion, OH 43302. (740) 382-9952. hot-tamale.org
Sunday, 6/8. CANAL WINCHESTER – FRAZEYBURG 200K. Canal Winchester. A hilly (but not outrageous) 200k (129.9 miles) through Appalachia coincides with the last third of the 600k. Ohio Rando rides are rain or shine! Entry Deadline: June 6. Membership in RUSA (rusa.org) is required. Lighting and reflective gear are required and will be checked before the ride start! Ohio Randonneurs. Joshua Haley. (813) 850-9237. Email: [email protected] Web: ohiorandonneurs.org
Sunday, 6/8. 48th SUNDAY IN JUNE. Burton. Join hundreds of fellow cyclists for a thrilling spin through the heart of Northeast Ohio’s Amish countryside. Organized by cyclists, for cyclists! All are welcome, from casual recreational riders, to road warriors, to touring cyclists, to energetic triathletes. Choose from among routes of 25/40/65/100 rolling to hilly miles on the rural roads of scenic Geauga County. This is a classic full-service ride including a hot lunch, rest stops, marked roads, and sag service. Cleveland Touring Club. Mark Jackson: (440) 823-6879. Email: [email protected] / Web: sundayinjune.com
Sunday, 6/15. HUDSON-ATWATER 100K. Hudson. Gently rolling countryside starting in Hudson Springs Park. Ohio Rando rides are rain or shine! Entry Deadline: June 13. Membership in RUSA (rusa.org) is required. Lighting and reflective gear are required and will be checked before the ride start! Ohio Randonneurs. Joshua Haley. (813) 850-9237. Email: [email protected] Web: ohiorandonneurs.org
Saturday, 6/28. COLUMBUS – LAURELVILLE 150K. Columbus. One significant hill. Briefly enters scenic Hocking Hills. 97 miles. Ohio Rando rides are rain or shine! Entry Deadline: June 26. Membership in RUSA (rusa.org) is required. Lighting and reflective gear are required and will be checked before the ride start! Ohio Randonneurs. Joshua Haley. (813) 850-9237. Email: [email protected] Web: ohiorandonneurs.org
Saturday, 6/14. 22nd LONDON STRAWBERRY BICYCLE TOUR. London. Rides of 21/44/62/100 miles are offered through winding scenic, flat to rolling rural Madison, Clark, Fayette, and Green Counties. The shortest route remains on the Prairie Grass Trail while longer routes venture to Jeffersonville, Cedarville, and South Charleston. Routes are marked, with GPX and paper maps available. Food and drinks included. Online entry available. Friends of Madison County Parks and Trails. 204 Maple Street Ste. A; London, OH 43140. (614) 205-6754. https://fmcpt.com
Saturday, 6/21. 5th WILD RIDE. Portsmouth. Starting at Shawnee State Park, riders will roll through the rugged Shawnee State Forest, Ohio’s hilliest terrain. This event features five paved, and two gravel, fully-supported routes: 16.5/30/40/60/100 flat or 35/60 very hilly miles. Entry fee includes an edible critter medal, commemorative pub glass, and tee shirt. Riders will have access to professional photos a week after the event. While not a race, those seeking a competitive edge can participate in three timed segments: The Storm, The Rattlesnake, and The Tick, with prizes for the top riders. Meet Connex friends, discuss the routes, and shop the swag. Entrants will receive information about an optional group start and other rider details in a pre-event email the day prior. Participants can order a commemorative jersey with entry before May 19. Entry Deadline: June 20. Portsmouth Connex. Wendi Waugh; PO Box 74; Portsmouth, OH 45662. (740) 352-2582. Email: [email protected]
Saturday, 6/21. CONGRESSMAN RALPH REGULA MEMORIAL RIDE. Canal Fulton. Celebrating the life of Congressman Ralph Regula, champion of the Ohio & Erie Canalway National Heritage Area, with a bicycle ride and picnic in Stark County! Take a round trip adventure along the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail. Whether it is 8, 16, or 32 flat miles, enjoy a day out with friends and family. Receive goodie bags, water along the trail, and raffle prizes. Boxed lunches will be available for participants upon returning to St. Helena Heritage Park. Ohio & Erie Canalway Coalition. Attn: Lauren Anderson; 47 W. Exchange St.; Akron, OH 44308. (330) 374-5657. Email: [email protected] / Web: www.ohioeriecanal.org/events
Ohio Randonneurs’ 2024 Macedonia-Meadville-Salem 600K. Photo by Jim Vajda
Saturday, 2/22. PARKINSON’S REVOLUTION. Perrysburg. Parkinson’s Revolution rides will take place across the country, generating funds and awareness for Parkinson’s Disease. An indoor event, participants in this high-energy ride pedal stationary bikes in-person at the CycleBar studio location or virtually. Celebrate the power of movement at the post-ride happy hour, the Sweat Social! Friends, family, and members of the PD community are welcome to enjoy a short program and light refreshments immediately following the ride. Rider Limit: 37. Parkinson’s Foundation. Attn: Megan Green; 5757 Waterford District Dr. Ste. 310; Miami, FL 33126. (614) 918-7304. PDRevolutionOH.org
March 2025-
Saturday, 3/22. XENIA 100K/200K SEASON OPENER. Xenia. A 100k loop down to Caeser Creek and up to Jamestown from Xenia bike hub. One decent climb, some rolling hills, and some bike path. The 200k riders will have an additional 100k dog-leg along the original Xenia-Russel Point route up to a rural country store with a deli. It can be beautiful, or bitterly cold. Ohio Rando rides are rain or shine, but we will cancel if there are icey/dangerous conditions. Entry Deadline: March 20. Membership in RUSA (rusa.org) is required. Ohio Randonneurs. Ohio Randonneurs. Joshua Haley. (813) 850-9237. Email: [email protected] / Web: ohiorandonneurs.org
April 2025-
Saturday, 4/5. FINDLAY-WATERVILLE-BLISSFIELD 200K. Findlay. A very flat 124.9-mile jaunt from Findlay, crossing into Michigan and back. Ohio Rando rides are rain or shine! Entry Deadline: April 3. Membership in RUSA (rusa.org) is required. Ohio Randonneurs. Joshua Haley. (813) 850-9237. Email: [email protected] / Web: ohiorandonneurs.org
Saturday, 4/12. THINK SPRING RIDE AND LUNCHEON. Stow. Start off the 2025 cycling season with a fun free ride! Two routes are offered: A paved trail route of about 20 miles out and back to Brandywine Falls, and a rolling to hilly road and paved trail route covering 36 miles. Pre-ride snacks are provided. An optional post-ride luncheon (at a nominal charge) is available through required preregistration by April 9. Day-of-ride entries are accepted without lunch. The rides are self-supported with no sag support offered. Akron Bicycle Club. Ron Ring: (216) 798-5089. AkronBike.org
Saturday, 4/19. FIN TO FORT AND BACK 300K. Findlay. From Findlay, head west to invade Indiana Randonneurs’ territory of Fort Wayne. Ohio covering 190 flat miles. Rando rides are rain or shine! Entry Deadline: April 17. Membership in RUSA (rusa.org) is required. Ohio Randonneurs. Joshua Haley. (813) 850-9237. Email: [email protected] Web: ohiorandonneurs.org
Saturday, 4/26. COLUMBUS ROULEUR 100K. Columbus. Mostly flat, some rolling hills on 66.7-mile route. See three creeks, two rivers and some bike paths as you ride from Columbus. Our Rouleur series is a 100k to 200k progression. Ohio Rando rides are rain or shine! Entry Deadline: April 24. Membership in RUSA (rusa.org) is required. Ohio Randonneurs. Joshua Haley. (813) 850-9237. Email: [email protected] / Web: ohiorandonneurs.org
May 2025-
Sunday, 5/4. CLEVELAND CYCLING ACADEMY GRAN FONDO — TOUR DE FARMS. Valley City. Meet and ride with the CCA Team in a fully-supported event for cyclists of all levels. Choose from three different distances through the low-traffic farmlands of Medina County: 10/30/63 miles, plus a 1-mile ride for kids. Routes are mostly flat with some rolling hills. Breathe in the county air and wave to the farm animals! Pedal at your own comfort level. Benefits the 2025 CCA Youth Development Team. Lunch after ride included for all registered riders. Presented by KNABE Law Firm, representing OH cyclists. Cleveland Cycling Academy. Email: [email protected] / Web: clevelandcyclingacademy.org/cca-gran-fondo/
Saturday, 5/10. 11th GEOLOGY RIDE. TBA. A free stop and go educational ride, this is led by a retired geologist and stops at interesting geological sites along the trail, or nearby on intersecting rural roads. A new starting point every year provides access to fresh geological locations on flat to rolling routes of about 15 miles. Rider Limit: 20. Friends of Madison County Parks and Trails. 204 Maple Street Ste. A; London, OH 43140. (614) 205-6754. Web: fmcpt.com
Saturday, 5/17. CANAL WINCHESTER – CHILLICOTHE – LAURELVILLE – LOGAN – ATHENS 400K. Canal Winchester. A hilly, but not outrageous, jaunt through Appalachia to Athens and back, covering 250.4 miles. Ohio Rando rides are rain or shine! Entry Deadline: May 15. Membership in RUSA (rusa.org) is required. Lighting and reflective gear are required and will be checked before the ride start! Ohio Randonneurs. Joshua Haley. (813) 850-9237. Email: [email protected] Web: ohiorandonneurs.org
Sunday, 5/18. THE RED EAGLE GRAVEL GRINDER. Geneva. This is a Grand Fondo-style event; a set marked course, timed and with published results. This event is, however, not a race. Feel free to rip up some gravel with your friends or just take a leisurely spin on the beautiful back roads of Geneva, Ohio. Riders can expect to encounter gravel, dirt, chip seal, and asphalt roads, on routes of 12/22.5/43 flat miles. About 60% of the ride is on gravel roads. The Red Eagle Gravel Grinder benefits the Steven G. Cancer Foundation which advocates for and supports adolescents and young adults as they journey through a cancer diagnosis, treatment, and recovery. Rider Limit: 1,000. Steven G. Cancer Foundation. Email: [email protected] Web: www.stevengcancerfoundation.org
Sunday, 5/18. 50th HUFFMAN SPRING CLASSIC. Brookville. Celebrate the half-century mark for this tour, exploring part of the scenic Wolf Creek Trail, as well as the quiet back roads in western Montgomery County, southern Darke County, and eastern Preble County. Provided: Well-marked routes with easy-to-follow pavement arrows, printed maps and cue sheets, RWGPS routes, evenly-spaced snack stops, SAG service, friendly volunteers, and a delicious buffet lunch at Rob’s Restaurant at the end of the ride. Choose from distances of approximately 32/50/70/100 flat to rolling miles. Entry Deadline: May 14. Make plans now to join in this classic two-wheeled celebration of spring in Ohio! Dayton Cycling Club. Bob Hartman: (937) 974-5393. Web: daytoncyclingclub.org
Sunday, 5/25. 11th FALLSQUEST MAP RACE. Cuyahoga Falls. A different kind of race that involves thinking as well as endurance. Search for 68 locations marked on a map of Cuyahoga Falls. Only a few streets are labeled, so stay aware of where you are! Answer a simple question at each checkpoint (e.g., house number of a home with a bigfoot statue in the front yard). Participants generally cover 6 to 24 miles! Mostly flat with a few good hills. Participants are allowed three hours if on a bike and four hours if they are running. Singles or teams. Helmet required. Entry Deadline: May 21. Northeastern Ohio Orienteering. Bob Boltz: (330) 928-8635. Email: [email protected] Online entry at https://neooc.com/
Ohio Randonneurs’ 2024 Macedonia-Meadville-Salem 600K. Photo by Patrick Chin-Hong
June 2025-
Saturday, 6/7. CANAL WINCHESTER – ATHENS – FRAZEYBURG 600K. Canal Winchester. A hilly (but not outrageous) 600k through Appalachia. 600k (377.1 miles) with a 40-hour time limit, not for the faint of heart. Ohio Rando rides are rain or shine! Entry Deadline: June 5. Membership in RUSA (rusa.org) is required. Lighting and reflective gear are required and will be checked before the ride start! Ohio Randonneurs. Joshua Haley. (813) 850-9237. Email: [email protected] Web: ohiorandonneurs.org.
Saturday, 6/7. 40th HOT TAMALE BICYCLE TOUR. Waldo. Enjoy delicious home-made cookies and fresh strawberries at friendly rest stops on this full-service tour. Routes of 9/18/32/64 flat and beautiful miles cater to cyclists of all abilities. The shorter routes make an excellent introduction to bicycle touring. Early-entry discount offered. Heart of Ohio Tailwinds Bicycle Club. Janine Williams; 1166 Bellefontaine Ave.; Marion, OH 43302. (740) 382-9952. hot-tamale.org
Sunday, 6/8. CANAL WINCHESTER – FRAZEYBURG 200K. Canal Winchester. A hilly (but not outrageous) 200k (129.9 miles) through Appalachia coincides with the last third of the 600k. Ohio Rando rides are rain or shine! Entry Deadline: June 6. Membership in RUSA (rusa.org) is required. Lighting and reflective gear are required and will be checked before the ride start! Ohio Randonneurs. Joshua Haley. (813) 850-9237. Email: [email protected] Web: ohiorandonneurs.org
Sunday, 6/8. 48th SUNDAY IN JUNE. Burton. Join hundreds of fellow cyclists for a thrilling spin through the heart of Northeast Ohio’s Amish countryside. Organized by cyclists, for cyclists! All are welcome, from casual recreational riders, to road warriors, to touring cyclists, to energetic triathletes. Choose from among routes of 25/40/65/100 rolling to hilly miles on the rural roads of scenic Geauga County. This is a classic full-service ride including a hot lunch, rest stops, marked roads, and sag service. Cleveland Touring Club. Mark Jackson: (440) 823-6879. Email: [email protected] / Web: sundayinjune.com
Sunday, 6/15. HUDSON-ATWATER 100K. Hudson. Gently rolling countryside starting in Hudson Springs Park. Ohio Rando rides are rain or shine! Entry Deadline: June 13. Membership in RUSA (rusa.org) is required. Lighting and reflective gear are required and will be checked before the ride start! Ohio Randonneurs. Joshua Haley. (813) 850-9237. Email: [email protected] Web: ohiorandonneurs.org
Saturday, 6/28. COLUMBUS – LAURELVILLE 150K. Columbus. One significant hill. Briefly enters scenic Hocking Hills. 97 miles. Ohio Rando rides are rain or shine! Entry Deadline: June 26. Membership in RUSA (rusa.org) is required. Lighting and reflective gear are required and will be checked before the ride start! Ohio Randonneurs. Joshua Haley. (813) 850-9237. Email: [email protected] Web: ohiorandonneurs.org
Saturday, 6/14. 22nd LONDON STRAWBERRY BICYCLE TOUR. London. Rides of 21/44/62/100 miles are offered through winding scenic, flat to rolling rural Madison, Clark, Fayette, and Green Counties. The shortest route remains on the Prairie Grass Trail while longer routes venture to Jeffersonville, Cedarville, and South Charleston. Routes are marked, with GPX and paper maps available. Food and drinks included. Online entry available. Friends of Madison County Parks and Trails. 204 Maple Street Ste. A; London, OH 43140. (614) 205-6754. https://fmcpt.com
Saturday, 6/21. 5th WILD RIDE. Portsmouth. Starting at Shawnee State Park, riders will roll through the rugged Shawnee State Forest, Ohio’s hilliest terrain. This event features five paved, and two gravel, fully-supported routes: 16.5/30/40/60/100 flat or 35/60 very hilly miles. Entry fee includes an edible critter medal, commemorative pub glass, and tee shirt. Riders will have access to professional photos a week after the event. While not a race, those seeking a competitive edge can participate in three timed segments: The Storm, The Rattlesnake, and The Tick, with prizes for the top riders. Meet Connex friends, discuss the routes, and shop the swag. Entrants will receive information about an optional group start and other rider details in a pre-event email the day prior. Participants can order a commemorative jersey with entry before May 19. Entry Deadline: June 20. Portsmouth Connex. Wendi Waugh; PO Box 74; Portsmouth, OH 45662. (740) 352-2582. Email: [email protected]
Saturday, 6/21. CONGRESSMAN RALPH REGULA MEMORIAL RIDE. Canal Fulton. Celebrating the life of Congressman Ralph Regula, champion of the Ohio & Erie Canalway National Heritage Area, with a bicycle ride and picnic in Stark County! Take a round trip adventure along the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail. Whether it is 8, 16, or 32 flat miles, enjoy a day out with friends and family. Receive goodie bags, water along the trail, and raffle prizes. Boxed lunches will be available for participants upon returning to St. Helena Heritage Park. Ohio & Erie Canalway Coalition. Attn: Lauren Anderson; 47 W. Exchange St.; Akron, OH 44308. (330) 374-5657. Email: [email protected] / Web: www.ohioeriecanal.org/events
Ohio Randonneurs’ 2024 Macedonia-Meadville-Salem 600K. Photo by Jim Vajda
Saturday, June 21 - Licking Valley Century
Cycling event website: https://lickingvalleycentury.com/
Cycling event is for/about: The Cincinnati Cycle Club is excited to present the 4th annual Licking Valley Century offering stunning panoramas across a diverse landscape of hills and valleys, all while pedaling along quiet roads with very little traffic. See for yourself why many cyclists call this area “God’s country”. Register Now
Cycling event categories: 44 mile, 65 mile, 100 mile routes
Cycling event location: Kentucky, Alexandria 41001
Additional comments about event: Contact [email protected] for more information.
Saturday, 6/28. COLUMBUS – LAURELVILLE 150K. Columbus. One significant hill. Briefly enters scenic Hocking Hills. 97 miles. Ohio Rando rides are rain or shine! Entry Deadline: June 26. Membership in RUSA (rusa.org) is required. Lighting and reflective gear are required and will be checked before the ride start! Ohio Randonneurs. Joshua Haley. (813) 850-9237. Email: [email protected] Web: ohiorandonneurs.org
Saturday, 6/14. 22nd LONDON STRAWBERRY BICYCLE TOUR. London. Rides of 21/44/62/100 miles are offered through winding scenic, flat to rolling rural Madison, Clark, Fayette, and Green Counties. The shortest route remains on the Prairie Grass Trail while longer routes venture to Jeffersonville, Cedarville, and South Charleston. Routes are marked, with GPX and paper maps available. Food and drinks included. Online entry available. Friends of Madison County Parks and Trails. 204 Maple Street Ste. A; London, OH 43140. (614) 205-6754. https://fmcpt.com
Saturday, 6/21. 5th WILD RIDE. Portsmouth. Starting at Shawnee State Park, riders will roll through the rugged Shawnee State Forest, Ohio’s hilliest terrain. This event features five paved, and two gravel, fully-supported routes: 16.5/30/40/60/100 flat or 35/60 very hilly miles. Entry fee includes an edible critter medal, commemorative pub glass, and tee shirt. Riders will have access to professional photos a week after the event. While not a race, those seeking a competitive edge can participate in three timed segments: The Storm, The Rattlesnake, and The Tick, with prizes for the top riders. Meet Connex friends, discuss the routes, and shop the swag. Entrants will receive information about an optional group start and other rider details in a pre-event email the day prior. Participants can order a commemorative jersey with entry before May 19. Entry Deadline: June 20. Portsmouth Connex. Wendi Waugh; PO Box 74; Portsmouth, OH 45662. (740) 352-2582. Email: [email protected]
Saturday, 6/21. CONGRESSMAN RALPH REGULA MEMORIAL RIDE. Canal Fulton. Celebrating the life of Congressman Ralph Regula, champion of the Ohio & Erie Canalway National Heritage Area, with a bicycle ride and picnic in Stark County! Take a round trip adventure along the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail. Whether it is 8, 16, or 32 flat miles, enjoy a day out with friends and family. Receive goodie bags, water along the trail, and raffle prizes. Boxed lunches will be available for participants upon returning to St. Helena Heritage Park. Ohio & Erie Canalway Coalition. Attn: Lauren Anderson; 47 W. Exchange St.; Akron, OH 44308. (330) 374-5657. Email: [email protected] / Web: www.ohioeriecanal.org/events
Ohio Randonneurs’ 2024 Macedonia-Meadville-Salem 600K. Photo by Jim Vajda
July 2025-
Friday, 7/4. 29th VANDALIA FREEDOM BIKE TOUR. Vandalia. Join in on the celebration of our country’s independence. As always, routes are well maintained and marked with precision and accuracy — something veterans have come to expect and enjoy. Ride through picturesque areas of the Northern Miami Valley along beautiful, well paved country roads. Routes of 12/31/62 rolling miles are offered. The Tour promises lots of great surprises and fun items for all participants: great water bottles, great lunch, great routes and great support/volunteers, all of which makes for a memorable experience on Independence Day. Join in the fun and celebrate at one of the best and longest running bike tours in all of Ohio. Vandalia Butler Optimist Club. Cameron Titlow; 18 S. Perry St.; Vandalia, OH 45377. (309) 663-7209. Email: [email protected]
Friday – Sunday 7/11 – 7/13. BUCKEYE BIKING BONANZA. Akron. Ride both trails and roads. Something for all types of riders. Routes on offer will range from 20 to 65 flat to hilly miles, and include scenery along the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail. Riders may cycle to the Cuyahoga Valley National Park and opt to take the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad back to hotel accommodations. Includes water and ride nutrition, limited SAG, socials on Friday and Saturday evenings, and group dinner on Saturday. Online entry available. Entry Deadline: June 25. Premier Club Membership Required. Premier Bicycle Club. 3000 Village Run Road Unit 103 #184; Wexford, PA 15090. (315) 935-3021. www.PremierBicycleClub.org
Saturday, 7/12. 20th PRAIRIE APPRECIATION RIDE. London. This stop and go educational ride visits predetermined native wildflower sites along the Prairie Grass Trail, where a guide will explain native plants in the area. Riders cover about 20 flat to rolling miles on this free tour. Rider Limit: 30. Madison Soil & Water Conservation District / FMCPT. 204 Maple Street Ste. A; London, OH 43140. (614) 205-6754. https://fmcpt.com
Saturday, 7/12. 14th DUNCAN’S RUN BICYCLE PATCH RIDE. Harlem Township, Delaware County. Pedal back in time along the rural roads and rippling waterways in quiet corners of Delaware, Licking, and Knox counties. Choose from among routes of 30/60/100 flat to hilly miles with a few steep climbs on the longest route. The ride is a full service tour with frequent rest stops – also includes a hearty lunch and a unique souvenir patch – beginning and ending at the Overbrook John Beltz Retreat Center. Please periodically check our website for additional information and updates. Harlem Township Heritage, Inc. Attn: Dave Snyder; 3883 S. State Route 605; Galena, OH 43021-9650. (614) 323-2431. Web: www.harlemtwpheritage.org
Sunday, 7/13. PENINSULA – MANTUA LOOP 125K. Peninsula. A scenic loop that has one major hill at the start, and then a rolling tour of several bike trails along the loop. 79.2 miles. Ohio Rando rides are rain or shine! Entry Deadline: July 11. Membership in RUSA (rusa.org) is required. Lighting and reflective gear are required and will be checked before the ride start! Ohio Randonneurs. Joshua Haley. (813) 850-9237. Email: [email protected] Web: ohiorandonneurs.org
Sunday, 7/13. 51st ABC: ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL COUNTRY RIDE. Barberton. Start/Finish is the Winery at Wolf Creek, known for its expansive views and inviting atmosphere. Routes of 25/50/62/100 on beautiful flat to hilly terrain, mostly on lightly-traveled country roads. Fully-stocked rest stops and SAG-supported, catered lunch for all riders at the finish line. Early entry discount and free tee shirt for early entrants. Helmet required. Online entry available. Akron Bicycle Club. Ernie Ameng: (619) 322-3370 or Randy Austin: (330) 554-5649. Email: [email protected] Web: www.akronbike.org
Saturday, 7/19 16th DOG DAYS WINE TOUR. Oberlin. The tour includes scenic routes of 28/50/62 miles over Lorain County’s gentle rolling backroads. Rest stops are at local wineries offering snacks, drinks, and wine tastings. Wine purchases will be transported to the finish for your convenience. Entry includes a hot post-ride meal in the sports complex facility, with showers available year. Online entry closes July 15, but on-site registration will be available the day of the event. Rider limit: 500. Silver Wheels Cycling Club. José Morell (440) 308-9373. Web: DogDaysWineTour.com
Saturday, 7/26. COLUMBUS CUP-O-JOE 210K. Columbus. 210 K flat CW loop south to Circleville, west to Mechanicsburg. Returns through Columbus Commons and historic residential district. Ohio Rando rides are rain or shine! Entry Deadline: July 24. Membership in RUSA (rusa.org) is required. Lighting and reflective gear are required and will be checked before the ride start! Ohio Randonneurs. Joshua Haley. (813) 850-9237. Email: [email protected] Web: ohiorandonneurs.org
Saturday – Sunday, 7/26 – 7/27. 52nd AMISHLAND AND LAKES BICYCLE TOUR. Lagrange, Ind. Visits a world where lifestyles have remained largely unchanged for over one hundred years. One of the friendliest rides around, you’ll enjoy seeing and meeting families, women’s groups, and regional cycling clubs. Tandem pairs report they love the routes because they are “tandem friendly”. There are wide-open spaces, clean country air, friendly people, and lots of great food. There is plenty to explore, experience, and eat. The ride is famous for its food stops featuring watermelon, grapes, plums, blueberries, bananas, cookies, and more. There are also Amish bakeries, restaurants, and homemade ice cream parlors along the route. This year Betra food truck will serve breakfast Saturday and Sunday, and after-ride food on Saturday. The routes of 22/36/50/64/100 flat to rolling miles offer smooth, quiet roads, where buggies are numerous and cars are few. Also offered is do-it-yourself Friday option to ride the Pumpkinvine Nature Trail. Camping is available at the fairgrounds start location. Rider Limit: 1,000. Michiana Bicycle Association. PO Box 182; Granger, IN 46530. (574) 387-6449. Email: [email protected] / http://www.amishlandlakes.com
Saturday, 7/26. 24th PEDAL WITH PETE — CENTRAL OHIO. Marysville. A fixed-fee fundraiser supporting research leading to better prevention strategies and treatment protocols to improve the quality of life of people who live with cerebral palsy, their families and caregivers. Routes of 8/28/36/53/62/74/100 flat to rolling miles are offered. There will be rest stops in Milford Center and Mechanicsburg as well as picnic food at the end of the ride. Registration will open in late March. Pedal With Pete Foundation. Roger Schenck: (614) 404-6680. Web: http://pedalwithpete.org
August 2025-
Saturday, 8/2. BIKE TO THE BRIDGE. Bryan. A pledges-optional fundraiser benefiting individuals who have been affected by cancer. This annual ride offers multiple route options: 5/10/25/50 rolling miles. The 50-mile route crosses the iconic Lockport Covered Bridge and continues to Evansport and Oxbow Lake. The 25-mile ride also features the covered bridge. The 5- and 10-mile routes are shorter options that don’t reach the bridge, but all participants have the flexibility to choose their ride length. Cancer Assistance of Williams County. Attn: Jason Zervos; 1425 E. High St. Ste 110; Bryan, OH 43506. (419) 636-0079. Web: http://www.b2tb.club
Saturday, 8/9. COLUMBUS ROULEUR 100K. Columbus. Mostly flat, some rolling hills, 66.7 miles. See three creeks, two rivers and some bike paths as you ride from Columbus. Our Rouleur series is a 100k to 200k progression. Ohio Rando rides are rain or shine! Entry Deadline: August 7. Membership in RUSA (rusa.org) is required. Ohio Randonneurs. Joshua Haley. (813) 850-9237. Email: [email protected] Web: ohiorandonneurs.org
Sunday, 8/10. CLEVELAND CLINIC AKRON GENERAL TOWPATH 50. Akron. Spin a day along the Ohio & Erie Canalway! Cycle 25 or 50 flat miles along the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail with friends and family! Routes will take riders from Lock 3 Park in downtown Akron south to Crystal Springs Trailhead in Canal Fulton. Turn around and head back to The Richard Howe House in downtown Akron for a picnic lunch! All proceeds benefit the continued development of the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail, connector trails, and surrounding public spaces. Ohio & Erie Canalway Coalition. Attn: Lauren Anderson; 47 W. Exchange St.; Akron, OH 44308. (330) 374-5657. Email: [email protected] / Web: www.ohioeriecanal.org/events
Saturday, 8/23. 15th BREAK THE CYCLE. Wooster & Millersburg. This event honors individuals on their recovery journey and pays tribute to lives lost to addiction. An individual can choose from among three routes: Holmes County Trail bike ride, walk the trail, or a 5K walk in downtown Wooster. The bike ride consists of 24/50/72-mile routes through the scenic countryside of Wayne and Holmes Counties. Rides range from flat to very hilly. This event is centered around the mission to reduce the stigma surrounding the issues of substance use disorder and addiction and to support the treatment/prevention services offered. OneEighty. Christy VanSickle; 104 Spink St.; Wooster, OH 44691. (330) 804-4402. Web: www.btcbenefit.org
Saturday – Sunday, 8/23 – 8/24. 51st ROSCOE RAMBLE BICYCLE RIDE. Canal Fulton & Kidron. The ride winds through many local Amish communities in the beautiful countryside of Stark, Wayne, Holmes, and Coshocton Counties. The 75-mile route begins in Canal Fulton, and the 55-mile route begins in Kidron. Routes follow country roads where possible, passing through beautiful vistas while tackling some challenging climbs. Saturday breakfast, lunch, and dinner; Sunday breakfast and lunch included. Hotel accommodations and camping options are offered in the package which also includes luggage transportation. The ride is SAG-supported. Rider Limit: 100. Entry Deadline: August 2. Helmet Required. Akron Bicycle Club. Email: [email protected] Web: www.akronbike.org/roscoe
September 2025-
Monday, 9/1. 34th OX ROAST BICYCLE TOUR. West Jefferson. Routes of 33/66/100 miles are offered through winding, scenic, flat to rolling rural Madison, and Franklin Counties. Go at your own pace and take advantage of refreshment stops, and a coupon for an “Ox Roast” sandwich after the ride at the town festival. Route are marked, with GPX and printed maps also available. Online entry available. Friends of Madison County Parks and Trails. 204 Maple Street Ste. A; London, OH 43140. (614) 205-6754. https://fmcpt.com
Saturday, 9/6. 10th LEGACY BIKE RIDE. McCutchenville. Pedal 26/43 flat to gently rolling miles on a ride whose proceeds benefit cancer patients. Advance entry includes a tee shirt; day-of entry available. Included are: two rest stops, restroom facilities, snacks, drinks, and lunch at the end of the trail. Legacy Bike Ride Committee. Linda Tiell; 5389 W. County Rd. 14; Tiffin, OH 44883. Phone or text: (567-278-7378. Email: [email protected]
Saturday, 9/13. BEXLEY TO VALLERY FARMHOUSE BAKERY. Columbus. Mix of rural and urban bike paths, including a bakery and scenic Dublin, Ohio. Mostly flat but not boring 82.7 miles. Some traffic-controlled suburban and city streets. Ohio Rando rides are rain or shine! Entry Deadline: September 11. Membership in RUSA (rusa.org) is required. Lighting and reflective gear are required and will be checked before the ride start! Ohio Randonneurs. Joshua Haley. (813) 850-9237. Email: [email protected] Web: ohiorandonneurs.org
Saturday, 9/27. 21st FREDERICKSBURG LIBRARY ROLL. Fredericksburg. Ride the beautiful Holmes County Rail Trail for 18/24/32 miles or head for the hills and valleys of Holmes and Wayne Counties for a challenging and breathtaking road ride of 42 or 62 miles. Commemorative long sleeve tee for all preregistrations before September 15. Refreshment stop at Hipp Station in Millersburg; ice cream and fry pies at finish. John Abt: (330) 464-7715. Email: [email protected] Registration form: www.FredLib.org/library-roll
October 2025-
Saturday, 10/4. 22nd GARRETT WONDERS BIRTHDAY BIKE RIDE. Warren. Ride the Garrett Wonders Bike Trail, the Western Reserve Greenway and surrounding roads, and see Trumbull County in its fall splendor on routes of 6/20/30/50 mostly flat miles! Ride is fully supported with SAG service, cookie stops, sandwiches and chips at ride’s end, tee shirt, goody bags, door prizes and a basket raffle. Lots of fun for everyone! Money raised for the Garrett Wonders Memorial Fund for Scholarships and to support cycling advocacy. LTJg Garrett Wonders was killed by a careless driver. At the time, Garrett was on a solo training ride for the 2004 Olympic Trials, representing the US Military. Garrett Wonders Memorial Fund. Jay Wonders or Shelley Wonders; 1349 Beechcrest St., NW; Warren, Ohio 44485. (330) 398-2818. Email: [email protected]
Saturday, 10/4. COLUMBUS – LAURELVILLE 150K. Columbus. One significant hill. Briefly enters scenic Hocking Hills. 97 miles. Ohio Rando rides are rain or shine! Entry Deadline: June 26. Membership in RUSA (rusa.org) is required. Lighting and reflective gear are required and will be checked before the ride start! Ohio Randonneurs. Joshua Haley. (813) 850-9237. Email: [email protected] Web: ohiorandonneurs.org
Saturday, 10/25. COLUMBUS CUP-O-JOE 210K. Columbus. 210K flat CW loop south to Circleville, west to Mechanicsburg. Returns through Columbus Commons and historic residential district. Ohio Rando rides are rain or shine! Entry Deadline: October 23. Membership in RUSA (rusa.org) is required. Lighting and reflective gear are required and will be checked before the ride start! Ohio Randonneurs. Joshua Haley. (813) 850-9237. Email: [email protected] Web: ohiorandonneurs.org
Saturday, 6/14. 22nd LONDON STRAWBERRY BICYCLE TOUR. London. Rides of 21/44/62/100 miles are offered through winding scenic, flat to rolling rural Madison, Clark, Fayette, and Green Counties. The shortest route remains on the Prairie Grass Trail while longer routes venture to Jeffersonville, Cedarville, and South Charleston. Routes are marked, with GPX and paper maps available. Food and drinks included. Online entry available. Friends of Madison County Parks and Trails. 204 Maple Street Ste. A; London, OH 43140. (614) 205-6754. https://fmcpt.com
Saturday, 6/21. 5th WILD RIDE. Portsmouth. Starting at Shawnee State Park, riders will roll through the rugged Shawnee State Forest, Ohio’s hilliest terrain. This event features five paved, and two gravel, fully-supported routes: 16.5/30/40/60/100 flat or 35/60 very hilly miles. Entry fee includes an edible critter medal, commemorative pub glass, and tee shirt. Riders will have access to professional photos a week after the event. While not a race, those seeking a competitive edge can participate in three timed segments: The Storm, The Rattlesnake, and The Tick, with prizes for the top riders. Meet Connex friends, discuss the routes, and shop the swag. Entrants will receive information about an optional group start and other rider details in a pre-event email the day prior. Participants can order a commemorative jersey with entry before May 19. Entry Deadline: June 20. Portsmouth Connex. Wendi Waugh; PO Box 74; Portsmouth, OH 45662. (740) 352-2582. Email: [email protected]
Saturday, 6/21. CONGRESSMAN RALPH REGULA MEMORIAL RIDE. Canal Fulton. Celebrating the life of Congressman Ralph Regula, champion of the Ohio & Erie Canalway National Heritage Area, with a bicycle ride and picnic in Stark County! Take a round trip adventure along the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail. Whether it is 8, 16, or 32 flat miles, enjoy a day out with friends and family. Receive goodie bags, water along the trail, and raffle prizes. Boxed lunches will be available for participants upon returning to St. Helena Heritage Park. Ohio & Erie Canalway Coalition. Attn: Lauren Anderson; 47 W. Exchange St.; Akron, OH 44308. (330) 374-5657. Email: [email protected] / Web: www.ohioeriecanal.org/events
Ohio Randonneurs’ 2024 Macedonia-Meadville-Salem 600K. Photo by Jim Vajda
July 2025-
Friday, 7/4. 29th VANDALIA FREEDOM BIKE TOUR. Vandalia. Join in on the celebration of our country’s independence. As always, routes are well maintained and marked with precision and accuracy — something veterans have come to expect and enjoy. Ride through picturesque areas of the Northern Miami Valley along beautiful, well paved country roads. Routes of 12/31/62 rolling miles are offered. The Tour promises lots of great surprises and fun items for all participants: great water bottles, great lunch, great routes and great support/volunteers, all of which makes for a memorable experience on Independence Day. Join in the fun and celebrate at one of the best and longest running bike tours in all of Ohio. Vandalia Butler Optimist Club. Cameron Titlow; 18 S. Perry St.; Vandalia, OH 45377. (309) 663-7209. Email: [email protected]
Friday – Sunday 7/11 – 7/13. BUCKEYE BIKING BONANZA. Akron. Ride both trails and roads. Something for all types of riders. Routes on offer will range from 20 to 65 flat to hilly miles, and include scenery along the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail. Riders may cycle to the Cuyahoga Valley National Park and opt to take the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad back to hotel accommodations. Includes water and ride nutrition, limited SAG, socials on Friday and Saturday evenings, and group dinner on Saturday. Online entry available. Entry Deadline: June 25. Premier Club Membership Required. Premier Bicycle Club. 3000 Village Run Road Unit 103 #184; Wexford, PA 15090. (315) 935-3021. www.PremierBicycleClub.org
Saturday, 7/12. 20th PRAIRIE APPRECIATION RIDE. London. This stop and go educational ride visits predetermined native wildflower sites along the Prairie Grass Trail, where a guide will explain native plants in the area. Riders cover about 20 flat to rolling miles on this free tour. Rider Limit: 30. Madison Soil & Water Conservation District / FMCPT. 204 Maple Street Ste. A; London, OH 43140. (614) 205-6754. https://fmcpt.com
Saturday, 7/12. 14th DUNCAN’S RUN BICYCLE PATCH RIDE. Harlem Township, Delaware County. Pedal back in time along the rural roads and rippling waterways in quiet corners of Delaware, Licking, and Knox counties. Choose from among routes of 30/60/100 flat to hilly miles with a few steep climbs on the longest route. The ride is a full service tour with frequent rest stops – also includes a hearty lunch and a unique souvenir patch – beginning and ending at the Overbrook John Beltz Retreat Center. Please periodically check our website for additional information and updates. Harlem Township Heritage, Inc. Attn: Dave Snyder; 3883 S. State Route 605; Galena, OH 43021-9650. (614) 323-2431. Web: www.harlemtwpheritage.org
Sunday, 7/13. PENINSULA – MANTUA LOOP 125K. Peninsula. A scenic loop that has one major hill at the start, and then a rolling tour of several bike trails along the loop. 79.2 miles. Ohio Rando rides are rain or shine! Entry Deadline: July 11. Membership in RUSA (rusa.org) is required. Lighting and reflective gear are required and will be checked before the ride start! Ohio Randonneurs. Joshua Haley. (813) 850-9237. Email: [email protected] Web: ohiorandonneurs.org
Sunday, 7/13. 51st ABC: ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL COUNTRY RIDE. Barberton. Start/Finish is the Winery at Wolf Creek, known for its expansive views and inviting atmosphere. Routes of 25/50/62/100 on beautiful flat to hilly terrain, mostly on lightly-traveled country roads. Fully-stocked rest stops and SAG-supported, catered lunch for all riders at the finish line. Early entry discount and free tee shirt for early entrants. Helmet required. Online entry available. Akron Bicycle Club. Ernie Ameng: (619) 322-3370 or Randy Austin: (330) 554-5649. Email: [email protected] Web: www.akronbike.org
Saturday, 7/19 16th DOG DAYS WINE TOUR. Oberlin. The tour includes scenic routes of 28/50/62 miles over Lorain County’s gentle rolling backroads. Rest stops are at local wineries offering snacks, drinks, and wine tastings. Wine purchases will be transported to the finish for your convenience. Entry includes a hot post-ride meal in the sports complex facility, with showers available year. Online entry closes July 15, but on-site registration will be available the day of the event. Rider limit: 500. Silver Wheels Cycling Club. José Morell (440) 308-9373. Web: DogDaysWineTour.com
Saturday, 7/26. COLUMBUS CUP-O-JOE 210K. Columbus. 210 K flat CW loop south to Circleville, west to Mechanicsburg. Returns through Columbus Commons and historic residential district. Ohio Rando rides are rain or shine! Entry Deadline: July 24. Membership in RUSA (rusa.org) is required. Lighting and reflective gear are required and will be checked before the ride start! Ohio Randonneurs. Joshua Haley. (813) 850-9237. Email: [email protected] Web: ohiorandonneurs.org
Saturday – Sunday, 7/26 – 7/27. 52nd AMISHLAND AND LAKES BICYCLE TOUR. Lagrange, Ind. Visits a world where lifestyles have remained largely unchanged for over one hundred years. One of the friendliest rides around, you’ll enjoy seeing and meeting families, women’s groups, and regional cycling clubs. Tandem pairs report they love the routes because they are “tandem friendly”. There are wide-open spaces, clean country air, friendly people, and lots of great food. There is plenty to explore, experience, and eat. The ride is famous for its food stops featuring watermelon, grapes, plums, blueberries, bananas, cookies, and more. There are also Amish bakeries, restaurants, and homemade ice cream parlors along the route. This year Betra food truck will serve breakfast Saturday and Sunday, and after-ride food on Saturday. The routes of 22/36/50/64/100 flat to rolling miles offer smooth, quiet roads, where buggies are numerous and cars are few. Also offered is do-it-yourself Friday option to ride the Pumpkinvine Nature Trail. Camping is available at the fairgrounds start location. Rider Limit: 1,000. Michiana Bicycle Association. PO Box 182; Granger, IN 46530. (574) 387-6449. Email: [email protected] / http://www.amishlandlakes.com
Saturday, 7/26. 24th PEDAL WITH PETE — CENTRAL OHIO. Marysville. A fixed-fee fundraiser supporting research leading to better prevention strategies and treatment protocols to improve the quality of life of people who live with cerebral palsy, their families and caregivers. Routes of 8/28/36/53/62/74/100 flat to rolling miles are offered. There will be rest stops in Milford Center and Mechanicsburg as well as picnic food at the end of the ride. Registration will open in late March. Pedal With Pete Foundation. Roger Schenck: (614) 404-6680. Web: http://pedalwithpete.org
August 2025-
Saturday, 8/2. BIKE TO THE BRIDGE. Bryan. A pledges-optional fundraiser benefiting individuals who have been affected by cancer. This annual ride offers multiple route options: 5/10/25/50 rolling miles. The 50-mile route crosses the iconic Lockport Covered Bridge and continues to Evansport and Oxbow Lake. The 25-mile ride also features the covered bridge. The 5- and 10-mile routes are shorter options that don’t reach the bridge, but all participants have the flexibility to choose their ride length. Cancer Assistance of Williams County. Attn: Jason Zervos; 1425 E. High St. Ste 110; Bryan, OH 43506. (419) 636-0079. Web: http://www.b2tb.club
Saturday, 8/9. COLUMBUS ROULEUR 100K. Columbus. Mostly flat, some rolling hills, 66.7 miles. See three creeks, two rivers and some bike paths as you ride from Columbus. Our Rouleur series is a 100k to 200k progression. Ohio Rando rides are rain or shine! Entry Deadline: August 7. Membership in RUSA (rusa.org) is required. Ohio Randonneurs. Joshua Haley. (813) 850-9237. Email: [email protected] Web: ohiorandonneurs.org
Sunday, 8/10. CLEVELAND CLINIC AKRON GENERAL TOWPATH 50. Akron. Spin a day along the Ohio & Erie Canalway! Cycle 25 or 50 flat miles along the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail with friends and family! Routes will take riders from Lock 3 Park in downtown Akron south to Crystal Springs Trailhead in Canal Fulton. Turn around and head back to The Richard Howe House in downtown Akron for a picnic lunch! All proceeds benefit the continued development of the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail, connector trails, and surrounding public spaces. Ohio & Erie Canalway Coalition. Attn: Lauren Anderson; 47 W. Exchange St.; Akron, OH 44308. (330) 374-5657. Email: [email protected] / Web: www.ohioeriecanal.org/events
Saturday, 8/23. 15th BREAK THE CYCLE. Wooster & Millersburg. This event honors individuals on their recovery journey and pays tribute to lives lost to addiction. An individual can choose from among three routes: Holmes County Trail bike ride, walk the trail, or a 5K walk in downtown Wooster. The bike ride consists of 24/50/72-mile routes through the scenic countryside of Wayne and Holmes Counties. Rides range from flat to very hilly. This event is centered around the mission to reduce the stigma surrounding the issues of substance use disorder and addiction and to support the treatment/prevention services offered. OneEighty. Christy VanSickle; 104 Spink St.; Wooster, OH 44691. (330) 804-4402. Web: www.btcbenefit.org
Saturday – Sunday, 8/23 – 8/24. 51st ROSCOE RAMBLE BICYCLE RIDE. Canal Fulton & Kidron. The ride winds through many local Amish communities in the beautiful countryside of Stark, Wayne, Holmes, and Coshocton Counties. The 75-mile route begins in Canal Fulton, and the 55-mile route begins in Kidron. Routes follow country roads where possible, passing through beautiful vistas while tackling some challenging climbs. Saturday breakfast, lunch, and dinner; Sunday breakfast and lunch included. Hotel accommodations and camping options are offered in the package which also includes luggage transportation. The ride is SAG-supported. Rider Limit: 100. Entry Deadline: August 2. Helmet Required. Akron Bicycle Club. Email: [email protected] Web: www.akronbike.org/roscoe
September 2025-
Monday, 9/1. 34th OX ROAST BICYCLE TOUR. West Jefferson. Routes of 33/66/100 miles are offered through winding, scenic, flat to rolling rural Madison, and Franklin Counties. Go at your own pace and take advantage of refreshment stops, and a coupon for an “Ox Roast” sandwich after the ride at the town festival. Route are marked, with GPX and printed maps also available. Online entry available. Friends of Madison County Parks and Trails. 204 Maple Street Ste. A; London, OH 43140. (614) 205-6754. https://fmcpt.com
Saturday, 9/6. 10th LEGACY BIKE RIDE. McCutchenville. Pedal 26/43 flat to gently rolling miles on a ride whose proceeds benefit cancer patients. Advance entry includes a tee shirt; day-of entry available. Included are: two rest stops, restroom facilities, snacks, drinks, and lunch at the end of the trail. Legacy Bike Ride Committee. Linda Tiell; 5389 W. County Rd. 14; Tiffin, OH 44883. Phone or text: (567-278-7378. Email: [email protected]
Saturday, 9/13. BEXLEY TO VALLERY FARMHOUSE BAKERY. Columbus. Mix of rural and urban bike paths, including a bakery and scenic Dublin, Ohio. Mostly flat but not boring 82.7 miles. Some traffic-controlled suburban and city streets. Ohio Rando rides are rain or shine! Entry Deadline: September 11. Membership in RUSA (rusa.org) is required. Lighting and reflective gear are required and will be checked before the ride start! Ohio Randonneurs. Joshua Haley. (813) 850-9237. Email: [email protected] Web: ohiorandonneurs.org
Saturday, 9/27. 21st FREDERICKSBURG LIBRARY ROLL. Fredericksburg. Ride the beautiful Holmes County Rail Trail for 18/24/32 miles or head for the hills and valleys of Holmes and Wayne Counties for a challenging and breathtaking road ride of 42 or 62 miles. Commemorative long sleeve tee for all preregistrations before September 15. Refreshment stop at Hipp Station in Millersburg; ice cream and fry pies at finish. John Abt: (330) 464-7715. Email: [email protected] Registration form: www.FredLib.org/library-roll
October 2025-
Saturday, 10/4. 22nd GARRETT WONDERS BIRTHDAY BIKE RIDE. Warren. Ride the Garrett Wonders Bike Trail, the Western Reserve Greenway and surrounding roads, and see Trumbull County in its fall splendor on routes of 6/20/30/50 mostly flat miles! Ride is fully supported with SAG service, cookie stops, sandwiches and chips at ride’s end, tee shirt, goody bags, door prizes and a basket raffle. Lots of fun for everyone! Money raised for the Garrett Wonders Memorial Fund for Scholarships and to support cycling advocacy. LTJg Garrett Wonders was killed by a careless driver. At the time, Garrett was on a solo training ride for the 2004 Olympic Trials, representing the US Military. Garrett Wonders Memorial Fund. Jay Wonders or Shelley Wonders; 1349 Beechcrest St., NW; Warren, Ohio 44485. (330) 398-2818. Email: [email protected]
Saturday, 10/4. COLUMBUS – LAURELVILLE 150K. Columbus. One significant hill. Briefly enters scenic Hocking Hills. 97 miles. Ohio Rando rides are rain or shine! Entry Deadline: June 26. Membership in RUSA (rusa.org) is required. Lighting and reflective gear are required and will be checked before the ride start! Ohio Randonneurs. Joshua Haley. (813) 850-9237. Email: [email protected] Web: ohiorandonneurs.org
Saturday, 10/25. COLUMBUS CUP-O-JOE 210K. Columbus. 210K flat CW loop south to Circleville, west to Mechanicsburg. Returns through Columbus Commons and historic residential district. Ohio Rando rides are rain or shine! Entry Deadline: October 23. Membership in RUSA (rusa.org) is required. Lighting and reflective gear are required and will be checked before the ride start! Ohio Randonneurs. Joshua Haley. (813) 850-9237. Email: [email protected] Web: ohiorandonneurs.org
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