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    • Monday, April 21, 2025
    • Monday, May 19, 2025
    • 5 sessions
    • Goodwill Industries - 909 E Broadway, Louisville, KY 40204
    • 28
    Register

    Location: Goodwill Industries, 909 E Broadway, Louisville, KY 40204

    Class 1 begins on Monday 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.

    Classes begin at 6:00PM EST.

    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.

    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.

    Each class includes the following:

    • One hour of instruction by seasoned riders followed by practice on your bike.

    • An easy, 5 to 10 mile “practice” ride with traffic, signals, stop signs, lights, busy roads, park roads, and subdivision streets.
    • Class participants are split into smaller groups of similar ability with instructors in the front and rear of each group for the ride. Individual instruction/assistance is provided if needed.
    • Rest stops if and when needed – no one gets dropped or left behind.
    • Follow-up discussion and evaluation after the rides.
    • Take-home educational material provided to all participants.

    Each Clinic has 5 classes. Topics to be covered include:

    1. Bike basics - bike/helmet fit; traffic laws; ABC Quick Check.
    2. Gearing/shifting; lane positioning; parking lot drills.
    3. Five layers of safety; riding in groups; parking lot drills.
    4. Tools & basic repairs; tire changing. You will receive a free set of tire levers thanks to our sponsor Middle of Town Cycling.
    5. Nutrition/hydration/clothing; parking lot drills. Evaluations & Presentation of Tech T-shirt.

    How to Participate in the New Rider & Bike Handling Classes

    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: Baptist Health, Clarksville Schwinn, League of American Bicyclists, Bike Louisville and Middle of Town Cycling

    • Friday, April 25, 2025
    • 6:00 AM
    • Red Roof Inn Shelbyville
    Register
    Date this year are:


    300K April 25  06:00

     

    Start location is the Red Roof Inn in Shelbyville

    101 Howard Drive

    Shelbyville, KY 40065

    (502) 633-4005


    • Saturday, April 26, 2025
    • 12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
    • 1046 N Luther Rd, Georgetown, IN 47122
    Register

    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 - The Harrison

    Ride Distance: 98 miles

    Ride Terrain & Pace: 4C - Check HERE for Course Terrain and Ride Pace definitions

    Elevation Gain: 4037 ft.

    Surface Type: Road

    Starting Location: 1046 N Luther Rd, Georgetown, IN 47122

    For Up-to-date information, Route Description and Ride with GPS Link Check out: Ride and Event Calendar or https://tockify.com/lbcrideschedule/detail/3736/1745668800000?startms=1743480000000

    LBC Ride Credit: Yes

    Ride Captain: Bob Grable

    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.

    Registration is not required; however, it is encouraged.

    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

    • Sunday, April 27, 2025
    • 11:30 AM - 4:15 PM
    • Waterfront Park Fest-a-Ville Entrance


    Volunteer to assist with the Kentucky Derby Festival pin sales on Sunday, April 27th.  

    Location: Waterfront Park Fest-a-Ville Entrance

    There are two shifts.

    • (10 Volunteers Needed) 11:30 AM - 5:00 PM
    • (10 Volunteers Needed) 4:30 PM- 10:00 PM
    • PLEASE SEND YOUR TSHIRT SIZE (Med, L, XL, 2XL)
    • Parking information will be sent to you.  
    • Report to GATE B (Fest-a-Ville gate)

    This is always a great time and it is one of our best fundraisers for the club. 

    If you have any questions please feel free to reach out to Bekki Livingston QUESTIONS

    • Sunday, April 27, 2025
    • 4:30 PM - 10:00 PM
    • Waterfront Park Fest-a-Ville Entrance
    Register


    Volunteer to assist with the Kentucky Derby Festival pin sales on Sunday, April 27th.  

    Location: Waterfront Park Fest-a-Ville Entrance

    There are two shifts.

    • (10 Volunteers Needed) 4:30 PM- 10:00 PM
    • PLEASE EMAIL YOUR TSHIRT SIZE (Med, L, XL,2XL)
    • Parking information will be sent to you.  
    • Report to GATE B (Fest-a-Ville gate)

    This is always a great time and it is one of our best fundraisers for the club. 

    If you have any questions please feel free to reach out to Bekki Livingston QUESTIONS

    • Saturday, May 10, 2025
    • 12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
    • 6110 Magnolia Lane, Floyds Knobs, IN 47119
    Register

    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 - The Harrison

    Ride Distance: 101 miles

    Ride Terrain & Pace: 4C: Check HERE for Course Terrain and Ride Pace definitions

    Elevation Gain: 4954 ft.

    Surface Type: Road

    Starting Location: 6110 Magnolia Lane, Floyds Knobs, IN 47119

    For Up-to-date information, Route Description and Ride with GPS Link Check out: Ride and Event Calendar or https://tockify.com/lbcrideschedule/detail/3702/1746878400000?startms=1746072000000

    LBC Ride Credit: Yes

    Ride Captain: Bob Grable

    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.

    Registration is not required; however, it is encouraged.

    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

    • Friday, May 16, 2025
    • 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
    • Shawnee Park, Iroquois Park, George Rogers Clark Park, and Seneca Park

    Ride: Bike to Work Day - Five Kentuckiana Locations

    Starting Location: 

    • Shawnee Park - 4501 W Broadway, Louisville, KY 40211
    • Iroquois Park - 2120 Rundill Rd, Louisville, KY 40214
    • George Rogers Clark Park - 
    • 1024 Thruston Ave, Louisville, KY 40217
    • Seneca Park - 3102 Pee Wee Reese, Louisville, KY 40207
    • Big Four Station in Indiana - 281 Pearl St, Jeffersonville, IN 47130

    Route Distance: Distances will vary

    Route Description: 

    Bike Louisville and the Louisville Bicycle Club are partnering once again to support National Bike to Work Day on Friday, May 16. Several starting locations across the city will help cyclists make the journey downtown and celebrate this annual national tradition.

    There will be five start points throughout the Kentuckiana region: Iroquois Park, Seneca Park, Big Four Station in Jeffersonville, George Rogers Clark Park, and Shawnee Park.

    We had a great time supporting this event last year, and we’re excited to be part of it again. Each ride will meet at 7:00 AM and roll out at 7:30 AM, making its way downtown. Bike Louisville will welcome riders with Heine Brothers Coffee, donuts, and prize giveaways at the finish.

    We’re looking for volunteers to help captain each ride location.

    Volunteer opportunities are listed at: https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/volunteer

    For questions, reach out to VP of Advocacy Dee Schreur at Advocacy@LouisvilleBicycleClub.org

    Surface Type: Road

    Ride with GPS Route: 

    LBC Ride Credit: Yes

    Ride Captain:

    • Shawnee Park - To Come
    • Iroquois Park - To Come
    • George Rogers Clark Park - Erik Helton & To Come
    • Seneca Park - To Come
    • Saturday, May 17, 2025
    • 7:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • St. Mary of the Knobs Catholic Church • 5719 St Marys Rd Floyds Knobs, IN 47119

    Register Here: https://www.active.com/floyds-knobs-in/cycling/races/st-mary-of-the-knobs-3-steeples-bike-ride-5-17-2025?fbclid=IwY2xjawI8VhlleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHctBcXsK0MSGRcH5ZZ1nZBsyrqD_9W5OSTwSI7CSu1X9dIvSPiUUQsmnHA_aem_z5BCfZOHx7Zk5TR6JF3y_Q

    The 3 Steeples Ride is a scenic ride through rolling hills in beautiful Floyd Knobs, Indiana. There are rides for all ages and ability levels, from a 5.5-mile family fun ride to 26-mile and 50-mile rides for the more experienced riders.  We will have the same routes as last year and the same wonderful SAGs with homemade snacks and fresh strawberries from a local farmer with a lunch at 11:00 at St. Mary of the Knobs Church. 

    All proceeds will benefit St. Mary of the Knobs Ministries and School.

    All rides will start and end at St. Mary of the Knobs and ride through lightly travelled country roads.  SAG stops will be at St. Mary Navilleton and St. John's Starlight churches for the 26- and 50- mile routes. A fun zone SAG will be at Koetter Construction for the 5.5-mile family ride and will have activities for the kids.  

    The GPS mapped routes for the rides are as follows: (created using RideWithGPS)

    5.5-mile route:  https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45326490

    26-mile route:  https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38290291

    50-mile route:  https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38251486

    Price:  $50 for Adults; $35 for youth under 12 yrs. old.

    All participants who register before April 29th will be guaranteed a dri-fit technical T-shirt (men's, women's, and youth fit available). Registrations after that will receive a T-shirt only if extras are available. 

    New this year, thanks to our sponsor, Pacers and Racers Running/Walking Store, all participants registered by noon on February 28th will be included in a drawing for a $50 gift card for Pacers and Racers.  Then, there will be another drawing for a $50 gift card to Pacers and Racers for all participants registered by noon on April 29th.  So, be sure to sign up early!

    Please come join us for a fun and friendly ride.  All participants are required to wear a helmet while riding.

     

    Event details and schedule

    The 26-mile and 50-mile rides start at 8:30am and the 5.5-mile family ride will start at 9:30 at St. Mary of the Knobs. 

    Packet pickup will begin at 7:30am

    Parking is available at the St. Mary of the Knobs Geis Activity Center lot.

    If Registering the day of the event, cash is the only payment acceptable. 


    LBC Ride Credit: Yes

    LBC Ride Captain: Erik Helton


    • Wednesday, May 21, 2025
    • Wednesday, June 18, 2025
    • 5 sessions
    • St. Matthews Baptist Church - 3515 Grandview Ave, Louisville, KY 40207
    • 38
    Register

    Location: St. Matthews Baptist Church - 3515 Grandview Ave, Louisville, KY 40207

    Class 2 begins on Wednesday May 21st 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.

    Classes begin at 6:00PM EST.

    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.

    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.

    Each class includes the following:

    • One hour of instruction by seasoned riders followed by practice on your bike.

    • An easy, 5 to 10 mile “practice” ride with traffic, signals, stop signs, lights, busy roads, park roads, and subdivision streets.
    • Class participants are split into smaller groups of similar ability with instructors in the front and rear of each group for the ride. Individual instruction/assistance is provided if needed.
    • Rest stops if and when needed – no one gets dropped or left behind.
    • Follow-up discussion and evaluation after the rides.
    • Take-home educational material provided to all participants.

    Each Clinic has 5 classes. Topics to be covered include:

    1. Bike basics - bike/helmet fit; traffic laws; ABC Quick Check.
    2. Gearing/shifting; lane positioning; parking lot drills.
    3. Five layers of safety; riding in groups; parking lot drills.
    4. Tools & basic repairs; tire changing. You will receive a free set of tire levers thanks to our sponsor Middle of Town Cycling.
    5. Nutrition/hydration/clothing; parking lot drills. Evaluations & Presentation of Tech T-shirt.

    How to Participate in the New Rider & Bike Handling Classes

    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: Baptist Health, Clarksville Schwinn, League of American Bicyclists, Bike Louisville and Middle of Town Cycling

    • Saturday, May 24, 2025
    • 12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
    • Finley Township Volunteer Fire Department, 4012 IN-56, Scottsburg, IN 47170
    Register

    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 - Story Century

    Ride Distance: 102 miles

    Ride Terrain & Pace: 3C: Check HERE for Course Terrain and Ride Pace definitions

    Elevation Gain: 3902 ft.

    Surface Type: Road

    Starting Location: Finley Township Volunteer Fire Department, 4012 IN-56, Scottsburg, IN 47170

    For Up-to-date information, Route Description and Ride with GPS Link Check out: Ride and Event Calendar or https://tockify.com/lbcrideschedule/detail/3695/1748088000000?startms=1746072000000

    LBC Ride Credit: Yes

    Ride Captain: RC: Melissa "Puddle" Hall, lissah45@yahoo.com (eight12)Sevenfive2-39seven3.

    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.

    Registration is not required; however, it is encouraged.

    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

    • Saturday, May 31, 2025
    • 12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
    • 213 N Ferguson St, Henryville, IN 47126
    Register

    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 - Muscatatuck Century

    Ride Distance: 103 miles

    Ride Terrain & Pace: See the calendar link below. Check HERE for Course Terrain and Ride Pace definitions

    Elevation Gain: 3731 ft.

    Surface Type: Road

    Starting Location: 213 N Ferguson St, Henryville, IN 47126

    For Up-to-date information, Route Description and Ride with GPS Link Check out: Ride and Event Calendar or 

    LBC Ride Credit: Yes

    Ride Captain: RC: Michael Diesel Dog Kamenish

    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.

    Registration is not required; however, it is encouraged.

    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

    • Saturday, June 07, 2025
    • 12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
    • Pope Lick Park, 4002 S Pope Lick Rd, Louisville, KY 40299
    Register

    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 - Pottershop Century

    Ride Distance: 96 miles

    Ride Terrain & Pace: 3C: Check HERE for Course Terrain and Ride Pace definitions

    Elevation Gain: 4628 ft.

    Surface Type: Road

    Starting Location: Pope Lick Park, 4002 S Pope Lick Rd, Louisville, KY 40299

    For Up-to-date information, Route Description and Ride with GPS Link Check out: Ride and Event Calendar or https://tockify.com/lbcrideschedule/detail/3685/1749295800000?startms=1748750400000

    LBC Ride Credit: Yes

    Ride Captain: John Pellegrino 215.888.9753

    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.

    Registration is not required; however, it is encouraged.

    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

    • Saturday, June 21, 2025
    • 12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
    • Finley Township Volunteer Fire Department, 4012 IN-56, Scottsburg, IN 47170
    Register

    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 - Overnight Day 1 - Scottsburg to French Lick Indiana Century

    Ride Distance: 98 miles

    Ride Terrain & Pace: 3C: Check HERE for Course Terrain and Ride Pace definitions

    Elevation Gain: 5661 ft.

    Surface Type: Road

    Starting Location: Finley Township Volunteer Fire Department, 4012 IN-56, Scottsburg, IN 47170

    For Up-to-date information, Route Description and Ride with GPS Link Check out: Ride and Event Calendar or https://tockify.com/lbcrideschedule/detail/3712/1750507200000?startms=1746072000000

    LBC Ride Credit: Yes

    Ride Captain: Thomas Nance and Melissa "Puddle" Hall, lissah45@yahoo.com (8one2)seven5two-397three

    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.

    Registration is not required; however, it is encouraged.

    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

    • Saturday, June 21, 2025
    • 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    • 11186 South Licking Pike, Alexandria, KY 41001

    Register early! There is a rider limit of 800: https://www.bikereg.com/licking-valley-century

    Come join us on the ride everyone is talking about!

    The Cincinnati Cycle Club is excited to present the 5th annual Licking Valley Century on June 21, 2025. This ride offers 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”.

    We offer a route for everyone, including a 42 mile Scenic Loop, a 63 mile Metric-Century, and the 100 mile Full-Century. The Licking Valley Century is also the third ride of the five-part Kentucky Cycling Challenge Series presented by Bike-Walk Kentucky. Additionally, we offer a competitive KOM/QOM Challenge and a fun STYLE Challenge.

    All six rest stops will be fully stocked with Clif Bars, Infinit Hydration, and a large variety of snacks. The Butler stop will be serving fresh baked goodies from the MillStone Cafe. Laurel Bend Farm at Falmouth features Kona Ice Treats. The Lenoxburg General Store will furnish sandwiches & soda. And, the 12 Mile Creek Winery will offer wine for purchase with free delivery to the finish line.

    Live music, hot food, & cold drinks await you at the finish with inside (air conditioned) and outside seating available.

    We check all the boxes!
    ► Beautiful Low Traffic Roads
    ► Route for Everyone!
    ► Fresh Baked Goodies from Millstone Cafe
    ► Cold Kona Ice Treats
    ► Great scenery for pictures
    ► Post-ride HOT meals & COLD drinks
    ► Live Music at Start and Finish
    ► Stuffed Rider Packets
    ► KOM/QOM & Style challenges
    ► Winery Rest Stop at 12 Mile Creek
    ► Infinit Hydration, Clif Bars, & Snacks at all rest stops
    ► Reser Bike shop mechanics ready to help

    Check out our website for more information: www.lickingvalleycentury.com

    • Sunday, June 22, 2025
    • 12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
    • TO COME
    Register

    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 - Overnight Day 2 - French Lick Indiana to Scottsburg Century

    Ride Distance: 98 miles

    Ride Terrain & Pace: 3C: Check HERE for Course Terrain and Ride Pace definitions

    Elevation Gain: 5661 ft.

    Surface Type: Road

    Starting Location: TO COME

    For Up-to-date information, Route Description and Ride with GPS Link Check out: Ride and Event Calendar or TO COME

    LBC Ride Credit: Yes

    Ride Captain: Thomas Nance and Melissa "Puddle" Hall, lissah45@yahoo.com (8one2)seven5two-397three

    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.

    Registration is not required; however, it is encouraged.

    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

    • Sunday, June 22, 2025
    • Sunday, July 20, 2025
    • 5 sessions
    • Middle of Town Cycling - 2140 Gardiner Ln, Louisville, KY 40205
    • 35
    Register

    Location: Middle of Town Cycling - 2140 Gardiner Ln, Louisville, KY 40205

    Class 3 begins on Sunday June 22nd at 2:00PM 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.

    Classes begin at 2:00PM EST.

    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.

    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.

    Each class includes the following:

    • One hour of instruction by seasoned riders followed by practice on your bike.

    • An easy, 5 to 10 mile “practice” ride with traffic, signals, stop signs, lights, busy roads, park roads, and subdivision streets.
    • Class participants are split into smaller groups of similar ability with instructors in the front and rear of each group for the ride. Individual instruction/assistance is provided if needed.
    • Rest stops if and when needed – no one gets dropped or left behind.
    • Follow-up discussion and evaluation after the rides.
    • Take-home educational material provided to all participants.

    Each Clinic has 5 classes. Topics to be covered include:

    1. Bike basics - bike/helmet fit; traffic laws; ABC Quick Check.
    2. Gearing/shifting; lane positioning; parking lot drills.
    3. Five layers of safety; riding in groups; parking lot drills.
    4. Tools & basic repairs; tire changing. You will receive a free set of tire levers thanks to our sponsor Middle of Town Cycling.
    5. Nutrition/hydration/clothing; parking lot drills. Evaluations & Presentation of Tech T-shirt.

    How to Participate in the New Rider & Bike Handling Classes

    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: Baptist Health, Clarksville Schwinn, League of American Bicyclists, Bike Louisville and Middle of Town Cycling

    • Saturday, June 28, 2025
    • 12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
    • Taylorsville Lake, Corps of Engineers Office - 2825 Overlook Road; Taylorsville, KY 40071
    Register

    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 - Fort Harrod Mad Dog Foray

    Ride Distance: 105 miles

    Ride Terrain & Pace: Check out the Route Description link below: Check HERE for Course Terrain and Ride Pace definitions

    Elevation Gain: 6341 ft.

    Surface Type: Road

    Starting Location: Taylorsville Lake, Corps of Engineers Office - 2825 Overlook Road; Taylorsville, KY 40071

    For Up-to-date information, Route Description and Ride with GPS Link Check out: Ride and Event Calendar or TO COME

    LBC Ride Credit: Yes

    Ride Captain: Christian Juckett

    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.

    Registration is not required; however, it is encouraged.

    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

    • Saturday, July 12, 2025
    • 12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
    • 402 S 1st St, La Grange, KY 40031
    Register

    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 - Old Gilgal

    Ride Distance: 100 miles

    Ride Terrain & Pace: 4C: Check HERE for Course Terrain and Ride Pace definitions

    Elevation Gain: 6400 ft.

    Surface Type: Road

    Starting Location: 402 S 1st St, La Grange, KY 40031

    For Up-to-date information, Route Description and Ride with GPS Link Check out: Ride and Event Calendar or https://tockify.com/lbcrideschedule/detail/3716/1752320700000?startms=1751342400000

    LBC Ride Credit: Yes

    Ride Captain: Fritz Kopatz 502.930.5378 / Fritzko@yahoo.com

    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.

    Registration is not required; however, it is encouraged.

    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

    • Saturday, July 26, 2025
    • 12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
    • Kroger, 5929 Timber Ridge Dr, Prospect, KY 40059
    Register

    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 - Salem, Amelia's Way

    Ride Distance: 99.5 miles

    Ride Terrain & Pace: Check out the Route Description link below: Check HERE for Course Terrain and Ride Pace definitions

    Elevation Gain: 4,899 ft.

    Surface Type: Road

    Starting Location: Kroger, 5929 Timber Ridge Dr, Prospect, KY 40059

    For Up-to-date information, Route Description and Ride with GPS Link Check out: Ride and Event Calendar or https://tockify.com/lbcrideschedule/detail/3709/1753529400000?startms=1751342400000

    LBC Ride Credit: Yes

    Ride Captain: Amelia Dauer 5o2-4l7-4999

    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.

    Registration is not required; however, it is encouraged.

    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

    • Saturday, August 16, 2025
    • 12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
    • 6051 Timber Ridge Dr, Prospect, KY 40059
    Register

    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 - Two Bridges Century

    Ride Distance: 104 miles

    Ride Terrain & Pace: Check out the Route Description link below: Check HERE for Course Terrain and Ride Pace definitions

    Elevation Gain: 4,686 ft.

    Surface Type: Road

    Starting Location: 6051 Timber Ridge Dr, Prospect, KY 40059

    For Up-to-date information, Route Description and Ride with GPS Link Check out: Ride and Event Calendar or https://tockify.com/lbcrideschedule/detail/3664/1755343800000?startms=1754020800000

    LBC Ride Credit: Yes

    Ride Captain: Dr. Larry "Gizmo" Preble, (502) Seven24-8477

    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.

    Registration is not required; however, it is encouraged.

    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

    • Saturday, August 30, 2025
    • 12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
    • Mile Wide Beer Co., 636 Barret Ave, Louisville, KY 40204, USA
    Register

    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 - A Good Second Century

    Ride Distance: 101 miles

    Ride Terrain & Pace: Check out the Route Description link below: Check HERE for Course Terrain and Ride Pace definitions

    Elevation Gain: 2,500 ft.

    Surface Type: Road

    Starting Location: Mile Wide Beer Co., 636 Barret Ave, Louisville, KY 40204, USA

    For Up-to-date information, Route Description and Ride with GPS Link Check out: Ride and Event Calendar or https://tockify.com/lbcrideschedule/detail/3684/1756552500000?startms=1754020800000

    LBC Ride Credit: Yes

    Ride Captain: Erik Helton - President@LouisvilleBicycleClub.org

    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.

    Registration is not required; however, it is encouraged.

    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

    • Saturday, September 06, 2025
    • 12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
    • Boston School, 130 Wilson Creek Rd, Boston, KY 40107
    Register

    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 - Boston to Munfordville to Boston

    Ride Distance: 100.7 miles

    Ride Terrain & Pace: Check out the Route Description link below: Check HERE for Course Terrain and Ride Pace definitions

    Elevation Gain: 3,584 ft.

    Surface Type: Road

    Starting Location: Boston School, 130 Wilson Creek Rd, Boston, KY 40107

    For Up-to-date information, Route Description and Ride with GPS Link Check out: Ride and Event Calendar or https://tockify.com/lbcrideschedule/detail/3704/1757160000000?startms=1756699200000

    LBC Ride Credit: Yes

    Ride Captain: Tom Askew cell 502-338-8979

    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.

    Registration is not required; however, it is encouraged.

    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

    • Saturday, September 20, 2025
    • 12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
    • Paroquet Springs Conference Center, 395 Paroquet Springs Dr, Shepherdsville, KY 40165
    Register

    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 - Twice Boston

    Ride Distance: 101.9 miles

    Ride Terrain & Pace: Check out the Route Description link below: Check HERE for Course Terrain and Ride Pace definitions

    Elevation Gain: 3,968 ft.

    Surface Type: Road

    Starting Location: Paroquet Springs Conference Center, 395 Paroquet Springs Dr, Shepherdsville, KY 40165

    For Up-to-date information, Route Description and Ride with GPS Link Check out: Ride and Event Calendar or https://tockify.com/lbcrideschedule/detail/3781/1758369600000?startms=1756699200000

    LBC Ride Credit: Yes

    Ride Captain: Dee Schreur

    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.

    Registration is not required; however, it is encouraged.

    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

    • Saturday, October 11, 2025
    • 12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
    • Clark State Forestry, 2 Service Rd, Henryville, IN 47126
    Register

    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.

    Surface Type: Road

    Starting Location: Clark State Forestry, 2 Service Rd, Henryville, IN 47126

    For Up-to-date information, Route Description and Ride with GPS Link Check out: Ride and Event Calendar or https://tockify.com/lbcrideschedule/detail/3696/1760185800000?startms=1759291200000

    LBC Ride Credit: Yes

    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.

    Registration is not required; however, it is encouraged.

    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

    • Saturday, October 18, 2025
    • 12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
    • Paroquet Springs Conference Center, 395 Paroquet Springs Dr, Shepherdsville, KY 40165
    Register

    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 - DaFongman "Paroquet Springs" Hundo 100

    Ride Distance: 100 miles

    Ride Terrain & Pace: Check out the Route Description link below: Check HERE for Course Terrain and Ride Pace definitions

    Elevation Gain: 4,616 ft.

    Surface Type: Road

    Starting Location: Paroquet Springs Conference Center, 395 Paroquet Springs Dr, Shepherdsville, KY 40165

    For Up-to-date information, Route Description and Ride with GPS Link Check out: Ride and Event Calendar or https://tockify.com/lbcrideschedule/detail/3698/1760785200000?startms=1759291200000

    LBC Ride Credit: Yes

    Ride Captain: Fritz Kopatz

    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.

    Registration is not required; however, it is encouraged.

    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

    • Saturday, November 01, 2025
    • 12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
    • 200 Missouri Ave, Jeffersonville, IN 47130
    Register

    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 - Seven Springs Century

    Ride Distance: 99 miles

    Ride Terrain & Pace: Check out the Route Description link below: Check HERE for Course Terrain and Ride Pace definitions

    Elevation Gain: 6,245 ft.

    Surface Type: Road

    Starting Location: 200 Missouri Ave, Jeffersonville, IN 47130

    For Up-to-date information, Route Description and Ride with GPS Link Check out: Ride and Event Calendar or https://tockify.com/lbcrideschedule/detail/3707/1761996600000?startms=1759291200000

    LBC Ride Credit: Yes

    Ride Captain: Thomas Nance - five zero two -five nine two - four two zero three

    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.

    Registration is not required; however, it is encouraged.

    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

    • Saturday, November 08, 2025
    • 12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
    • To Come
    Register

    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 - Buckner Riverdance

    Ride Distance: 100 miles

    Ride Terrain & Pace: Check out the Route Description link below: Check HERE for Course Terrain and Ride Pace definitions

    Elevation Gain: 4,483 ft.

    Surface Type: Road

    Starting Location: To Come

    For Up-to-date information, Route Description and Ride with GPS Link Check out: Ride and Event Calendar or To Come

    LBC Ride Credit: Yes

    Ride Captain: Fritz Kopatz

    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.

    Registration is not required; however, it is encouraged.

    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

Louisville Bicycle Club
P.O. Box 35541
Louisville, KY 40232-5541

Louisville Bicycle Cub
P.O. Box 35541
Louisville, KY 40232-5541

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