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: July 4th! St Matthews Library (Back Parking Lot) 29 #2C

Ride Distance: 29 miles

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

Elevation Gain: 876 ft.

Surface Type: Road

Starting Location: St. Matthews-Eline Branch Library, 3940 Grandview Ave, Louisville, KY 40207, USA

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: Larry Preble

This is a free Louisville Bicycle Club ride event. 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.

A ride captain will be sweeping the route at the pace indicated. If no pace is shown, the ride captain will sweep all riders.

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

Ride: Bike to Beat Cancer Training Ride - & Prostate Screening Event, presented by Bayer

Ride Distance: 27 miles

Ride Terrain & Pace: 3C

Elevation Gain: TO COME

Surface Type: Road

Starting Location: Norton West Louisville Hospital - 850 S 28th St, Louisville, KY 40211

Route Description: TO COME

For more information visit - https://p2p.onecause.com/biketobeatcancer/page/training

or the Facebook Event - TO COME

Ride with GPS Route: TO COME

LBC Ride Credit: Yes

Ride Captain: Erik Helton - 502.759.7234

Ride: Bike to Beat Cancer Training Ride - Tri-Loco Partnership Ride- ROUTE TBD

Ride Distance: TO COME

Ride Terrain & Pace: 3C

Elevation Gain: TO COME

Surface Type: Road

Starting Location: TO COME

Route Description: TO COME

For more information visit - https://p2p.onecause.com/biketobeatcancer/page/training

or the Facebook Event - TO COME

Ride with GPS Route: TO COME

LBC Ride Credit: Yes

Ride Captain: Erik Helton - 502.759.7234

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

Join Us for the 45th Annual Old Kentucky Home Bicycle Tour – Saturday, August 9, 2025 Powered by Middle of Town Cycling

Register Today!

Experience the charm of a Kentucky summer with the Louisville Bicycle Club’s 45th Old Kentucky Home Bicycle Tour (OKHT)—a tradition rooted in community, scenic beauty, and a love of cycling.

This year’s tour features three distance options to suit every rider:

• 62.1 miles (100K)
• 40 miles
• 20 miles

Each route winds through the rolling hills and picturesque horse farms of Oldham County, offering a ride as challenging as it is beautiful.

Start & Finish:

The ride begins and ends at the main entrance of 3rd Turn Oldham Gardens 6300 Old Lagrange Rd Crestwood, KY 40014, which also hosts our after-party and lunch celebration—a perfect place to unwind with fellow cyclists.

Rest Stops to Remember:

• All routes include a stop at our world-famous Homemade Cookie Stop at Cabin Creek Farm, stocked with delicious baked goods from the LBC community.
• The 40-mile and 62.1-mile routes also visit Windy Meadows Farm
• The 62.1-mile route features a scenic stop at Chestnut Hall Racehorse Sanctuary at the top of Mayo Lane.

Kick-Off Ride – Friday, August 8:

We’ll kick off the weekend with an open group ride starting from The Barn at Maples Park, followed by packet pickup and a chance to meet fellow riders and club members.

About the OKHT:

Founded in 1974 by Stewart Prather and members of the Louisville Bicycle Club, the OKHT originally toured to Bardstown, Kentucky. Today, the event continues to embody Stewart’s vision—celebrating Kentucky’s rural beauty and cycling community while exploring the backroads of our Old Kentucky Home.

Louisville Bicycle Club members receive a special discount—register today and be part of the legacy!

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

Ride: Bike to Beat Cancer Training Ride: LBC Southend Stroll

Ride Distance: 39 miles

Ride Terrain & Pace: 3C

Elevation Gain: 969

Surface Type: Road

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 FiveStar near the Loop in 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 -To come

Ride with GPS Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50987086

LBC Ride Credit: Yes

Ride Captain: Erik Helton - 502.759.7234

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

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

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

Route Description: 

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.

Surface Type: Road

Ride Terrain & Pace: 2,3,4C

Ride with GPS Route: 

35-mile: TO COME

65-mile: TO COME

Ride Captain: Erik Helton - 502.759.7234 or President@LouisvilleBicycleClub.org

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.

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

Distance: 5, 28, 40, and 66-miles

Terrain/Pace: 3C 12 - 14 MPH

Surface Type: Road 

Start Location: Lanesville Heritage Park - 2800 Memory Ln NE, Lanesville, IN 47136, USA

Registration Link:

Online Registration:  https://www.active.com/lanesville-in/cycling/races/harvest-homecoming-bicycle-tour-2025

Route: One of the most picturesque rides offered to cyclists in Southern Indiana/Metro Louisville (KY). The tour winds along the back roads of Southern Indiana, with views of fall colors accenting the Ohio River Valley. This is a leisurely tour for beginner, intermediate, and advanced cyclists. Three routes of 28, 40, or 66 miles vary from gently rolling to hilly. Breakfast, well-stocked SAGs, and lunch included. Once you've ridden this ride, you'll want to return every year!

Ride with GPS Route(s): 
28-miles - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/28601135
40-miles - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/28601208
66-miles - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41107483

LBC Ride Credit: Yes

Ride Captain: Erik Helton

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.

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 - 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.

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 - 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.

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 - 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.

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