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 - Suburbane Century

Ride Distance: 102.5 miles

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

Surface Type: Road

Starting Location: E.P. Tom Sawyer State Park

For Up-to-date information, Route Description & Ride with GPS Link Check out: https://tockify.com/lbcrideschedule/detail/3690/1743251400000 or Ride and Event Calendar 

LBC Ride Credit: Yes

Ride Captain: John & Susan Pyron, jspyron9491@gmail.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

Dates this year are:

200K March 29  07:00

300K April 26  06:00

400K May 24  04:00

600K June 14  04:00

 

Start location is the Red Roof Inn in Shelbyville

101 Howard Drive

Shelbyville, KY 40065

(502) 633-4005

LBC Members, Please Wear Your LBC Kit so we can support the riders during their training.

REGISTER HERE: https://discover.kdf.org/tour-de-lou-training-program/

The PNC Kentucky Derby Festival Tour de Lou Training Program is a FREE 6-week program designed for bicyclists of all experience levels. The training program will feature weekly group bike rides led by the Louisville Bicycle Club.

Training tips and bike safety will also be provided. Be among the first 250 to register for the Training Program and receive a FREE training shirt.

The training rides will occur at noon on Sundays, from March 2nd through April 6th. The first ride will be 10 miles. Training distance will increase by 5 miles every few weeks.

All rides will begin at the Waterfront Park Yellow Lot – 1401 River Road, Louisville, KY 40206

GET THE MOST UP-TO-DATE TRAINING RIDE INFO ON THE FACEBOOK EVENT PAGE.

Training Schedule: All Rides start at Noon on Sunday. All participants need to bring their bike and helmet.

Ride Distance: 20 miles

Ride Terrain & Pace: 2D

Surface Type: Road

Starting Location: Waterfront Park Yellow Lot – 1401 River Road, Louisville, KY 40206

Route Description & Ride with GPS File: https://tockify.com/lbcrideschedule/detail/3591/1743350400000

LBC Ride Credit: Yes

Ride Captain: Erik Helton

GET THE MOST UP-TO-DATE TRAINING RIDE INFO ON THE FACEBOOK EVENT PAGE.

LBC Members, Please Wear Your LBC Kit so we can support the riders during their training.

REGISTER HERE: https://discover.kdf.org/tour-de-lou-training-program/

The PNC Kentucky Derby Festival Tour de Lou Training Program is a FREE 6-week program designed for bicyclists of all experience levels. The training program will feature weekly group bike rides led by the Louisville Bicycle Club.

Training tips and bike safety will also be provided. Be among the first 250 to register for the Training Program and receive a FREE training shirt.

The training rides will occur at noon on Sundays, from March 2nd through April 6th. The first ride will be 10 miles. Training distance will increase by 5 miles every few weeks.

All rides will begin at the Waterfront Park Yellow Lot – 1401 River Road, Louisville, KY 40206

GET THE MOST UP-TO-DATE TRAINING RIDE INFO ON THE FACEBOOK EVENT PAGE.

Training Schedule: All Rides start at Noon on Sunday. All participants need to bring their bike and helmet.

Ride Distance: 25 miles

Ride Terrain & Pace: 2D

Surface Type: Road

Starting Location: Waterfront Park Yellow Lot – 1401 River Road, Louisville, KY 40206

Route Description & Ride with GPS File: https://tockify.com/lbcrideschedule/detail/3591/1743955200000

LBC Ride Credit: Yes

Ride Captain: Erik Helton

GET THE MOST UP-TO-DATE TRAINING RIDE INFO ON THE FACEBOOK EVENT PAGE.

We're excited to announce an upcoming event that embodies the spirit of community and environmental stewardship! The Louisville Bicycle Club is organizing a road cleanup day along Lexington Road, a route we traverse frequently during our rides.

Why is this important? Lexington Road, from Grinstead Drive to Spring Street, serves as a vital artery for our club's activities. It's not just a road; it's part of our cycling experience. Diane Bellafronto proposed the idea to give back to our city by organizing a cleanup day. Let's work together to beautify our community and prepare for the upcoming Derby Festival events and the iconic Derby itself.

Join Us! We invite you to join us on Friday, April 11th, starting at 6:00 PM. We'll convene at the Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana at 2115 Lexington Rd, Louisville, KY 40206. Together, let's make a difference! The LBC will provide trash bags, so all you need to bring is your enthusiasm and willingness to contribute.

Mark Your Calendar:

📅 Date: Friday, April 11th, 2025

🕕 Time: 6:00 PM

📍 Location: Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana, 2115 Lexington Rd, Louisville, KY 40206

Afterwards let's meet at Hi-Wire Brewing and have some pizza from Goodfella's.

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 - Crawdaddy's Tour d' Hanover

Ride Distance: 98 miles

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

Elevation Gain: 4600 ft.

Surface Type: Road

Starting Location: 300 Corporate Dr, Charlestown, IN 47111

Route Description: 

For Up-to-date information, Route Description and Ride with GPS Link Check out: Ride and Event Calendar or https://tockify.com/lbcrideschedule/detail/3697/1744459200000?startms=1743480000000

LBC Ride Credit: Yes

Ride Captain: Thomas Nance - 502-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

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

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

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

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
• You will need to pick up your Volunteer Tshirt at the Kentucky Derby Festival office located at 1001 S. 3rd Street prior to the event.
•  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

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
• You will need to pick up your Volunteer Tshirt at the Kentucky Derby Festival office located at 1001 S. 3rd Street prior to the event.
• 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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: 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

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

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: 3C: 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

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

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

Elevation Gain: 2500 ft.

Surface Type: Road

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

Route Description: Route Description: Several years ago, John Cummings and Andy Murphy hosted "A Good First Century." The ride featured very little climbing. I will host what I'll call "A Good Second Century." This ride will go through the Jefferson Memorial Forest and Iroquois Park--a total of 2500' of elevation gain. You should have some miles in your legs and be prepared to do a bit of climbing. Store stops will be plentiful on the route. The ride will be swept at a 13 mph pace.

The route is a figure eight that will start at Mile Wide Brewing Company in Louisville, KY. The course will go out the Louisville Loop to Southwest Jefferson County, through parts of Jefferson Memorial Forest, Iroquois Park, and back to Mile Wide Brewing for the first part of the route. You will then head from Mile Wide Brewing to New Albany via the Ohio River Greenway, then back to Jeffersonville to Utica, and back to Mile Wide Brewing to conclude the ride.

If this is your first Century, that's cool; just be prepared.

Pre-ride announcements will take place at 7:00 AM, and we ride at 7:15 AM.

We have six store stops on the route due to the heat.

We added a lunch stop if you want to grab something from a McDonald's.

This is a self-supported ride, so be prepared. We do not have any sags.

Ride with GPS Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/40189337

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