Location: Goodwill Industries, 909 E Broadway, Louisville, KY 40204
Class 1 begins on Wednesday April 22nd at 6:00PM EST for the following dates:
Week 1 - Bike basics - bike/helmet fit; traffic laws; ABC Quick Check.
Week 2 - Gearing/shifting; lane positioning; parking lot drills.
Week 3 - Five layers of safety; riding in groups; parking lot drills.
Week 4 - Tools & basic repairs; tire changing.
Week 5 - Nutrition/hydration/clothing; parking lot drills. Evaluations & Presentation of Tech T-shirt.
These classes are offered to the public at no charge (FREE!) thanks to our sponsors Clarksville Schwinn, Middle of Town Cycling, The League of American Bicyclist, and Road ID. There are 3 clinics to choose from in various communities around Kentuckiana, each with 5 classes.
Riders who complete all 5 classes of a New Rider Clinic will receive a free Louisville Bicycle Club tech t-shirt and a one-year membership in the Louisville Bicycle Club. You may attend as many times as spots are available, however the free tech t-shirt and membership are only given once.
One hour of instruction by seasoned riders followed by practice on your bike.
Step 1: Click the link here to the Louisville Bicycling Club and the League of American Bicycling Smart Cycling/Traffic Skills 101 Course Release Form. Print it out, complete the form including your signature, and bring it with you to the first class of the session. Additionally make sure you bring your bike and bike helmet to each class.
Step 2: You MUST complete this online registration for one of our clinic locations. All clinics are limited to 35 registrants.
Thank you to our sponsors: Clarksville Schwinn, League of American Bicyclists, Bike Louisville and Middle of Town Cycling
Location: Middle of Town Cycling - 2140 Gardiner Ln, Louisville, KY 40205
Class 2 begins on Sunday June 22nd at 3:00PM EST for the following dates:
These classes are offered to the public at no charge (FREE!) thanks to our sponsors Baptist Health, Bike Louisville, Clarksville Schwinn, Middle of Town Cycling, The League of American Bicyclist, and Road ID. There are 3 clinics to choose from in various communities around Kentuckiana, each with 5 classes.
Thank you to our sponsors: Baptist Health, Clarksville Schwinn, League of American Bicyclists, Bike Louisville and Middle of Town Cycling
For the most up-to-date ride details, please refer to the Louisville Bicycle Club Ride and Event Schedule:
👉 https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/rideschedule
This is a free event as part of the Louisville Bicycle Club Mad Dog Ride Series.
To join and support the Louisville Bicycle Club, visit:
👉 https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/membership
Membership includes added benefits such as discounts at local retailers and cycling events.
Date this year is:
600K May 30 04:00
Start location is the Red Roof Inn in Shelbyville
101 Howard Drive
Shelbyville, KY 40065
(502) 633-4005
This is a fundraising event. Join Team Wil Power - Powered by the Louisville Bicycle Club
Once again, for this years Bike MS Bluegrass Bourbon Ride, The Louisville Bicycle Club will be represented by “TEAM WIL POWER- Powered by LBC”. The one day event will start and end at My Old Kentucky Home State Park, Bardstown, KY. There is a minimum fundraising goal of $300. However, LBC members that have not participated in this ride in the past 3 years may be eligible for a $100 matching gift for this years ride. Making your fundraising minimum $200.
This year's location will be at My Old Kentucky Home State Park, and there will be two distances.
What to join the team? Click HERE
So, you are riding and have a family member that would like to volunteer? Or, you want to volunteer? Or, you have questions? Contact MaryAnn or Richard Heckler at: 502.931.2067
Registration: Register Here
Team: Wil Power - Powered by the Louisville Bicycle Club
Date: June 13th, 2026
Location:
My Old Kentucky Home State Park, 501 E Stephen Foster Ave., Bardstown, KY 40004
Surface Type: Road
Route:
Get ready to ride in the heart of bourbon country. Take in the beautiful rolling hills and countryside of the Bluegrass State as you join a community of riders dedicated to changing the world for people affected by multiple sclerosis. Start and finish your two-day loop ride at the historic My Old Kentucky Home State Park, a landmark rich in history and named after Stephen Foster's "My Old Kentucky Home, Good Night." Every mile tells a story, every sip of bourbon has a legacy, and every stop is sure to greet you with Southern hospitality. The charm of this ride will create an unforgettable Bike MS experience and is bound to be a barrel of fun.
Fundraising Minimum: $300
Route distances: 30-mile and 62-mile routes Saturday and Sunday
Ride with GPS Route(s):
Saturday Routes:
30-mile: To Come
62-mile: To Come
Ride Captain: Richard Heckler 502.931.2067
For more information on the event visit the Bike MS Bluegrass Bourbon Ride website here.
Location: St. Matthews Baptist Church - 3515 Grandview Ave, Louisville, KY 40207
Class 3 begins on Monday June 22nd at 6:00PM EST for the following dates:
Ride: Bike to Beat Cancer Training Ride: LBC Southend Stroll
Ride Distance: 39 miles
Ride Terrain & Pace: 3C
Elevation Gain: 969
Starting Location: Iroquois Amphitheater, 1080 Amphitheater Rd, Louisville, KY 40214, USA
Route Description:
Join the Louisville Bicycle Club for a 39-mile training ride with 969 feet of elevation gain, starting and ending at Iroquois Park. This scenic route will take you down Central Avenue, across Algonquin Parkway, and onto the Louisville Loop. We'll ride south past Farnsley-Moreman Landing to Pendleton Road, then loop back via Bearcamp Road and Greyling Drive, passing the iconic McDonald’s Playground House before returning to the park.
A mid-ride store stop is planned at the Circle K near as soon as you pass over Dixie Hwy. the Southend. Riders can choose to finish with an optional climb up to the Iroquois Park Lookout for a rewarding view.
This is a great opportunity to build endurance and enjoy a supported ride as you prepare for the Bike to Beat Cancer.
For more information visit - https://p2p.onecause.com/biketobeatcancer/page/training
or the Facebook Event -
Ride with GPS Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50987086
LBC Ride Credit: Yes
Ride Captain: Erik Helton
Join Us for the 46th Annual Old Kentucky Home Bicycle Tour – Saturday, August 8, 2026 Powered by Middle of Town Cycling
Join the Louisville Bicycle Club for the 46th Annual Old Kentucky Home Bicycle Tour (OKHT) and experience the beauty of a Kentucky summer from the saddle.
Set in the scenic rolling hills of Oldham County, this classic late-summer ride offers something for every cyclist — whether you’re chasing a 100K challenge or enjoying a relaxed cruise with friends.
Choose Your Distance
Start, Finish & After-PartyThe ride begins and ends at 3rd Turn Oldham Gardens, where riders will gather for a post-ride celebration, lunch, and community festivities. It’s the perfect place to relax, refuel, and celebrate your accomplishment.
Rest Stops & Community ImpactThe Tour includes three fully supported rest stops. All distances will enjoy a stop at our legendary “World Famous” Homemade Cookie Stop, featuring dozens of baked goods prepared by Louisville Bicycle Club members.
In 2026, we’re proud to partner with local non-profits to help operate our rest stops. A portion of proceeds will support these organizations, giving back to the community that makes this event possible.
Returning for 2026🏅 All riders will receive a commemorative Finisher’s Medal to celebrate completing the ride!
Weekend KickoffThe Louisville Bicycle Club will host:
A Kentucky Tradition Since 1978The Old Kentucky Home Bicycle Tour was founded in 1978 by Stewart Prather and fellow Louisville Bicycle Club members. Originally routed to Bardstown, Kentucky, the event now tours the beautiful roads of Oldham County.
While the start and finish locations have evolved, the mission remains the same — to celebrate the backroads of our Old Kentucky Home. In honor of Stewart, we proudly keep the name OKHT.
This event takes place rain or shine.
Register today and experience one of Kentucky’s longest-running and most beloved cycling traditions.
Louisville Bicycle Club members receive a special discount—register today and be part of the legacy!
Discount can be found HERE!
Ride: Barb Martin's Polly's Freeze Ride - Bike to Beat Cancer Training Ride
Ride Distance: 28-miles
Ride Terrain & Pace: 12 - 14 MPH Average
Elevation Gain: 1,235
Starting Location: Yellow Lot at Waterfront Park, 1401 River Rd, Louisville, KY 40206, USA
Polly’s Freeze Ride – Two Traditions in One!
This year we’re combining two great cycling traditions into one ride. Each summer, Barb Martin leads her beloved Polly’s Freeze Ride, while Bike to Beat Cancer hosts a training ride that makes the same climb. In 2025, the Louisville Bicycle Club is proud to add an additional Bike to Beat Cancer training ride and take it up to Polly’s Freeze together.
Route Details:
We’ll roll out from the Yellow Lot at Waterfront Park, then head across the Big Four Bridge into Indiana. From there, we’ll follow the scenic Ohio River Greenway all the way to Corydon Pike, where the real challenge begins with the climb up to Polly’s Freeze.
This ride blends tradition, community, and a sweet reward at the top. Come ready for a climb, a cone, and great company! 🚴♀️🍦
Ride with GPS Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47223702
Ride Captain: Barbara Martin
This is a charity ride that has a minimum fundraiser of $400.
Make sure you join our Louisville Bicycle Club Bike to Beat Cancer team HERE so we can show support for this great cause.
Route Distance: 15, 35, or 65 miles
Starting Location: Norton Cancer Institute - Brownsboro - 4955 Norton Healthcare Blvd, Louisville, KY 40241
Choose from 15, 35, 65 or 100 miles! We have an option to fit your activity level. To help you choose, think about it this way: A leisurely bike ride is about 10-15 miles per hour. Could you ride for one hour? Two hours? Three hours? More?
Keep in mind that relief is only 15 miles away. Our pit stops are spaced about 15 miles apart, where you can park, stretch your legs, use the restroom and get something to eat or drink.
Finally, remember you should enjoy yourself — but challenge yourself. You are doing this for those who cannot. You are taking on the challenge in solidarity with those who are fighting the biggest fight of their lives.
Choose your distance
Never cycled before? We recommend the 5-mile or 15-mile option.
Cycled some, but it’s been a while? Try the 15- or 35-mile option. These are great distances for active beginners to novice riders.
Frequent cycler? The 65-mile ride is for you. This longer distance can be rewarding for people who cycle regularly or enjoy fitness.
Registration Fee: 5-mile rider registration is $10. 5-, 15-, 35-, & 65-mile rider registration is $50. Cancer survivors ride for free. Click here for more details on the minimum fundraising requirements.
Join the Louisville Bicycle Club Bike to Beat Cancer team: https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/bike-to-beat-cancerRide Distance: 15-, 35-, or 65-mile supported rideElevation Gain: 15-mile: 74635-mile: 2,04665-mile: 4,251
Surface Type: RoadStarting Location: Norton Cancer Institute Brownsboro - 4955 Norton Healthcare Blvd, Louisville, KY 40241Ride with GPS Routes: (added to LBC Ride with GPS account so you can use your account for turn-by-turn)15-mile: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/5262444335-mile: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/5262444965-mile: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/52624451 LBC Ride Credit: Yes
Ride Captain: Erik Helton - 502.759.7234 or President@LouisvilleBicycleClub.org
Sign-in Sheet Location: I will be in the parking lot off Angies Way indicated by the large yellow box. Click Here for Location Image ---> https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/resources/Pictures/event-images/bike-to-beat-cancer/BTBC-LBC-Parking-Sign-in-sheet.png
For the most up to date ride information please refer to the Ride and Event Schedule at https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/ride-event-schedule
Ride: LBC Tour de Mad Dog Series: Stage - Medora Goes Pink
Ride Distance: 102.2 miles
Ride Terrain & Pace: Check out the Route Description link below: Check HERE for Course Terrain and Ride Pace definitions
Elevation Gain: 3,120 ft.
For Up-to-date information, Route Description and Ride with GPS Link Check out: Ride and Event Calendar or
Ride Captain: Melissa "Puddles" Hall
This is a free event as part of the Louisville Bicycle Club Mad Dog Ride series. To join and support the Louisville Bicycle Club, click HERE and take advantage of the added benefits, including discounts to your favorite local retailers and cycling events.
The ride is self-supported, so please come prepared with cash and items to fix basic repairs, as there are no SAG's. Rides will have noted store stops and lunch stops.
A ride captain will be sweeping the route at the pace indicated. If no pace is shown, the ride captain will sweep all riders.
Want to be added to LBC Tour de Mad Dog communications? Join our Google Group at https://groups.google.com/g/tour-de-mad-dog
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