In 2010 25 rides have pledged to donate $1 to the LMB for every rider that participates in their events. We are extremely grateful to the participating 2010 rides for their generous contributions to our efforts to promote bicycling and increase the safety of bicyclists on the roadways in Michigan. These dollars add up quickly, providing LMB with much needed funds that help with our education and advocacy efforts. By choosing a $1-Per-Rider Event, you will enjoy a great ride, support local groups, see beautiful countryside and sup-port the LMB all at the same time. The complete list of participating $1-Per-Rider events are listed on the next page and are highlighted throughout this publication in BOLD RED TEXT.

$1-PER-RIDER-EVENT (DONATES $1-PER-RIDER TO LMB)

The Michigan Ride Calendar continues to be LMB’s signature publication and an essential resource for bicycle enthusiasts in Michigan and beyond. With support from MDOT, the League annually publishes and distributes 50,000 Ride Calendars. The 2010 Ride Calendar lists over 250 Michigan bicycling events. For many, the Ride Calendar is the primary means of event promotion, as it is distributed exten-sively throughout the state at MDOT Welcome Centers, Convention & Visitors Bureaus, all known bicycle clubs and shops, and numerous bicycle-related events. Ride Calendars are distributed to all LMB members and to individuals requesting Michigan biking and tourism information. The League also delivers copies of this publication to all Michigan legislators who distribute them to constituents.

The online version of this Calendar is updated regularly at: www.LMB.org/ridecal.htm. Please email updates to: john@LMB.org.

To submit your event and/or photos for the 2011 Ride Calendar, or to request additional copies of this publication, please contact John Lindenmayer by phone at: 1-888-642-4537 or email at: john@LMB.org.

Reach 50,000 bicycle enthusiasts! Learn more about advertising opportunities in the 2011 Ride Calendar and other LMB publications; contact John Lindenmayer by phone at: 1-888-642-4537 or email at: john@LMB.org.

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The LMB Ride Calendar

Ride Calendar Online

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LMB Member Events

$1-Per-Rider Events

LMB Events

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LMB member clubs and organizations host many fantastic bicycle events each year in Michigan. We strongly encourage you to support the groups that support us. Look for events throughout this publica-tion with a LMB logo next to them.

Becoming a League member ensures that full-time bicycle-advocacy professionals are protecting your interests, keeping the roads open to bicyclists and working to educate government and the public about the benefits of cycling and the rights of bicyclists. Learn more about League membership at: www.LMB.org/membership.htm or join today by using the form on the inside back cover. The next page lists current LMB member clubs, shops, and organizations (as of 1/1/10).

Design & Layout: John LindenmayerPhotography: Deborah Bauer, Colleen Dalgliesh, Dottie Delehanty, Chris Doubek, Anne Harrigan, Scott Harrison, Ellie Knesper, A. Laird, John Lindenmayer, Sean Mann, Tim Potter, Alan Rose, Greg Sadler, Barbara Schmid, and Todd Scott You may reproduce text from this document if you give written credit to: “League of Michigan Bicyclists (www.LMB.org).” You may not reproduce photographs from this document without obtaining written consent from their owners.

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RIDE NAME IN BOLD RED TEXT

LMB Board:Steven Roach – Region 1Michael Sproul – Region 2Dante Lanzetta – Region 3Jim Carpenter – Region 4Rory Neuner – Region 6Mike Boersma – Region 7Barbara Schmid – Region 8Vacant – Region 9

Vacant – Region 10Mike Sheean – Region 11 Christina Riddle – Region 12Fred Dore – At-LargeDave Duffield – At-LargePhil Wells – At-Large LMB Staff:Rich Moeller - Executive DirectorJohn Lindenmayer - Associate Director

LMB EVENT

The Shoreline Tours are a major source of funding for LMB. Join us in 2010 as the Shoreline Tours travel down Michigan’s canopied forest highways, past beautiful inland lakes and along picturesque Great Lakes’ shorelines. We’ll show you breathtak-ing scenery, magnificent beaches, unique shoreline communities and lots of picturesque lighthouses. You can also support LMB’s education and advocacy efforts by attending events labeled throughout this publication with the LMB Event tag such as the 2010 Michigan Bicycle Summit and our annual Advocacy Day held at the State Capitol.

LMB MEMBER SHOPS • Alger Cycling & Fitness - Kentwood• American Cycle and Fitness - Grosse Pointe Woods, Grosse Pointe Park, Kentwood, Royal Oak, Sterling Heights, Commerce• Anchor Bay Bicycle & Fitness - New Baltimore• Assenmacher Cycles - Swartz Creek• Bicycle Headquarters, Inc - Midland • Bike Fix Cycling Center - Boyne City• California Cruisers Bicycle Shop - Romeo• Chicago Drive Cycling & Fitness - Grandville• Continental Bike Shop - Hazel Park• D & D Bicycles and Fitness - Westland• Denny’s Central Park Bicycles - Okemos• Holland Cycle - Holland• House of Wheels Inc. - Owosso• Kentwood Cycle - Kentwood• Latitude 45 Bicycles & Fitness - Petoskey• Macomb Bike & Fitness - Warren• Metro Bike-N-Sport - Clinton Twp• MSU Bikes - Lansing• On Two Wheels - Jackson• P & T Fitness - Jackson• Paint Creek Bicycles - Flint• Pro Sports & Cycle - Sault Ste Marie• Rock ‘n’ Road Cycle - Grand Haven• South Lyon Cycle - South Lyon• The Hub - Detroit• The Stable of Saginaw - Saginaw• Tim’s Bike Shop - St. Clair Shores• Velo City Cycles - Holland• Wheelhouse Detroit - Detroit

LMB MEMBER ORGANIZATIONS • Alzheimer Association - Harrison Twp.• American Diabetes Association- Bingham Farms• Ann Arbor Center for Independent Living - Ann Arbor• Associated Charities of Lenawee County - Adrian• Benzie Sunrise Rotary Club - Beulah• Berrien County Cancer Service - Stevensville • Bike4BreastCancer - East Jordan• Boyne Valley Lions Club - Boyne City• Briggs Colegrove, P.C. Attorneys at Law - Detroit• Cass River Habitat for Humanities - Caro • Child Abuse Prevention & Awareness of Hillsdale County• Cystic Fibrosis Foundation - Grand Rapids• Frankenmuth Bavarian Inn - Frankenmuth• Friends of Camp Mak-A Dream - Bloomfield Hills• Friends of the Clinton River Trail - Rochester Hills• Friends of the Pere Marquette Rail Trail - Midland• Friends of the Pumpkinvine Nature Trail, Inc. - Goshen, IN• Friends of the White Pine Trail - Belmont• Friends Promoting Port Austin - Port Austin• Gould Engineering, Inc - Flint• Grayling Recreation Authority - Grayling• Grayling Rotary Club - Grayling• Habitat for Humanity of St Joseph Co. - Three Rivers• Hands Extended Loving People - HELP - Ludington• Hospice of Lenawee - Adrian• Hostelling International - Toledo - Toledo, OH• HSCC - Harbor Springs • Mackinaw City Chamber of Commerce - Mackinaw City • Michigan Bicycle Racing Association - Michigan• Michigan Trails & Greenways Alliance - Lansing• National 24 Hour Challenge - Grand Rapids • National Multiple Sclerosis Society - Dimondale• PALM - Ann Arbor• Paw Paw Service League - Paw Paw • Peckham - Lansing• Pine Grove Athletic Club - Cadillac• Pittsfield Charter Twp. Parks & Rec. - Ann Arbor• Program to Educate All Cyclists (PEAC) - Saline• Shuttleguy Tours - Dodgeville• TART Trails - Traverse City

• The Greenway Collaborative - Ann Arbor• Top of Michigan Trails Council - Petoskey• Tour de Pink Team Michigan - Oxford• Two Bicycles & a Map - Madison, WI• Zoo de Mackinac, Inc - Grosse Pointe Park LMB MEMBER CLUBS• Battle Creek Bicycle Club - Battle Creek• Big Rapids Bicycle Club - Big Rapids• Bike Ypsi - Ypsilanti• Cascades Cycling Club - Jackson• Chain Gang Bicycle Club - Galesburg • Cherry Capital Cycling Club - Traverse City• Clinton River Riders Bicycle Club - Fraser• Crankin Rankin Bicyclists - Rankin• Cycling Saddlemen Bicycle Club - Dearborn • Downriver Cycling Club - Trenton• Flying Rhino Cycling Club - Clarkston• Genesee Wanderers Bicycle Club - Flint• Harbor Springs Cycling Club - Harbor Springs• Huron Valley Running Club - Milford• Kalamazoo Bicycle Club - Kalamazoo• Macatawa Cycling Club* - Holland• Michiana Bicycle Association - Granger, IN• MI Human Powered Vehicle Assoc. - St Clair Shores• Michigan Mountain Bike Association - Western Chapter• Michigan United Tandem Society* - Grand Rapids• Miller Canfield Cyclists - Detroit • Motive Force Loose Spokes - Southfield• MSU Triathlon Club - East Lansing• Potawatomi Pedal Paddle - Sherwood• Rapid Wheelmen Inc - Grand Rapids• Shoreline Cycling Club - Ludington• Slow Spokes Bicycle Club - Sterling Heights• Three Oaks Spokes Inc. - Three Oaks• Tri-City Cyclists - Midland• Tri-County Bicycle Association - Lansing • Washtenaw Biking & Walking Coalition - Ann Arbor • West Michigan Coast Riders - Fruitport• Wolverbents Recumbent Cyclists - Ypsilanti• Wolverine Sports Club - Royal Oak

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5/2 METRO GRAND SPRING TOUR - New Boston, Willow Metropark 5/15 MSU FARM DAZE TOUR - E. Lansing 6/5 MICHIGAN HUMAN POWERED VEHICLE RALLY - Waterford 6/19 PEDAL ACROSS LOWER MICHIGAN (PALM) - South Haven 6/19 PUMPKINVINE BIKE RIDE - Goshen, IN 6/27 TOUR DI LAGO - Port Austin

7/18 RIDE AROUND TORCH (RAT) - Elk Rapids 7/24 RURAL PEARL OF A RIDE - Oxford 7/25 AVITA WATER BLACK BEAR BICYCLE TOUR - Grayling 7/31 CASS RIVER HABITAT’S RIDE FOR HOME - Vassar

8/1 TOUR DA U.P. - St. Ignace 8/15 ASSENMACHER 100 - Swartz Creek 8/21 PAUL BAKER MEMORIAL CHARITY BICYCLE EVENT - Milford 8/21 M.A.D RIDE - Ludington 8/22 MOST (MUSKEGON OCEANA SCENIC TOUR) - Montague 8/22 CEREAL CITY CENTURY - Battle Creek

8/28 POTAWATOMI PEDAL AND PADDLE EVENT - Athens 9/4 LABOR DAY 30K FAT TIRE AND CYCLE CROSS - Milford 9/12 MICHIGAN TOUR DE PINK - Oxford 9/18 CLINTON RIVER TRAIL FALL CLASSIC RIDE - Auburn Hills 9/25 MIDDLE OF THE MITTEN CENTURY - Midland 10/3 BLUE WATER RAMBLE - St. Clair

10/8 WALLOON LAKE TANDEM WEEKEND - Walloon Lake 10/9 COLORBURST - Lowell 10/10 TOUR DE LIVINGSTON - Brighton

RIDE RED IN ‘10LMB salutes this year’s $1-Per-Rider events. $1 from every rider is donated to LMB’s efforts to make Michigan a safe bicycling state. We encour-age you to support our supporters by participat-ing in the following rides listed in red throughout this publication

The LMB graciously acknowledges the support of our members.

MEMBER CLUBS, SHOPS & ORGS.

*LifetimeMembers

LMB EVENTS

One of the easiest ways to support LMB’s mission to promote bicycling and the safety of bicyclists on the roadways of Michigan is by participating in our events. Look for this purple box throughout for LMB sponsored events, including our popular Shoreline Bicycle Tours.

3/6 24TH ANNUAL BIKE FEAST 3/27 MICHIGAN BICYCLE SUMMIT

5/28 LUCINDA MEANS BICYCLE ADVOCACY DAY

6/5 PEDAL & PADDLE BICYCLE TOUR 6/18 SUNRISE ADVENTURE BICYCLE TOUR

7/17 MUP TOUR (MICHIGAN’S UPPER PENINSULA)

8/8 24TH ANNUAL SHORELINE WEST 7-DAY

8/12 24TH ANNUAL SHORELINE WEST 3-DAY

MBRA 2010 ROAD RACING SCHEDULERecognized by the United States Olympic Committee and USA Cycling, the Michigan Bicycle Racing Association (MBRA) is the governing body that oversees the sanctioning of 35+ competitive and non-competitive events throughout Michigan each year. Additionally, MBRA works to identify, develop, and support Michigan cyclists through various initiatives and programs.

DATE EVENT TYPE PROMOTER/CLUB CONTACTMARCH21 Fisk Knob TT TT River City Velo Club Eric Kimber27 FRCC Spring Fling # 1 CR Flying Rhino CC Gary Oliveira - frccp@hotmail.com28 AAVC STS #1 C AAVC Juniors Team TBDAPRIL3 FRCC Spring Fling # 2 CR Flying Rhino CC Gary Oliveira - frccp@hotmail.com10 FRCC Spring Fling # 3 CR Flying Rhino CC Gary Oliveira - frccp@hotmail.com11 AAVC STS #2 C AAVC Juniors Team TBD18 AAVC STS #3 C AAVC Juniors Team TBD22 FRCC "Thursday Night Worlds" Summer Series CR Flying Rhino CC Gary Oliveira - frccp@hotmail.com24 Willow Time Trial TT Fredrick James LLC Fred Nemenski - fredericjames@live.com25 AAVC STS #4 C AAVC Juniors Team TBDMAY2 Cone-Azalia Spring Classic RR AAVC Juniors Team Lucas Wall - lucasjw@gmail.com6 FRCC "Thursday Night Worlds" Summer Series CR Flying Rhino CC Gary Oliveira - frccp@hotmail.com20 FRCC "Thursday Night Worlds" Summer Series CR Flying Rhino CC Gary Oliveira - frccp@hotmail.com22 West Branch Classic Road Race RR MPI - Main Street Racing Team Karey Collins - tkcollins1@charter.net23 West Branch Criterium C MPI - Main Street Racing Team Karey Collins - tkcollins1@charter.net29 Das Tour de Frankenmuth RR Tri-City Cyclists Steve Weckle - srweckle@chartermi.net30 Gran Fondo di Thumb TOUR Tri-City Cyclists Steve Weckle - srweckle@chartermi.netJUNE3 FRCC "Thursday Night Worlds" Summer Series CR Flying Rhino CC Gary Oliveira - frccp@hotmail.com6 Duck Lake Beach Time Trial TT West Michigan Coast Riders TBD11 Velodrome @ Bloomer Park V USAC Jr & Master National Qualifying Dale Hughes - dale@nas-track.com12 Le Tour de Mont Pleasant - Criterium C Mt. Pleasant Chamber of Commerce Jack White - jwhite@mt-pleasant.net13 Le Tour de Mont Pleasant - Road Race RR Mt. Pleasant Chamber of Commerce Jack White - jwhite@mt-pleasant.net17 FRCC "Thursday Night Worlds" Summer Series CR Flying Rhino CC Gary Oliveira - frccp@hotmail.com20 MI State TT Championship TT Fredrick James LLC Fred Nemenski - fredericjames@live.com25 Superior Bike Fest - Downtown Criterium C Lake Superior Community Partnership Don Wolfe - superiorbikefest@chartermi.net26 Superior Bike Fest - Marquette Co. Road Race RR Lake Superior Community Partnership Don Wolfe - superiorbikefest@chartermi.net27 Superior Bike Fest - Presque Isle Circuit Race CR Lake Superior Community Partnership Don Wolfe - superiorbikefest@chartermi.netJULY1 FRCC "Thursday Night Worlds" Summer Series CR Flying Rhino CC Gary Oliveira - frccp@hotmail.com2- 4 Velodrome @ Bloomer Park V NA Dale Hughes - dale@nas-track.com9 Velodrome @ Bloomer Park V NAS-TRACK # 4 Dale Hughes - dale@nas-track.com10 USAC NRC EVENT - Meijer Grand Cycling Classic C Arlington Sports Rob Layborn - info@arlingtonsports.org11 Terry Reisch Memorial Race (Circuit) CR Dan Herzberg Dan Herzberg - treisch.memorialrace@gmail.com15 FRCC "Thursday Night Worlds" Summer Series CR Flying Rhino CC Gary Oliveira17 BTR Park Criterium C WMU Cycling Dave Boboltz - yeljersey@comcast.net23 Velodrome @ Bloomer Park V NAS-TRACK # 5 Dale Hughes - dale@nas-track.com24 Maillot Jaune RR Cycle Fit Sports Club Karey Collins - tkcollins1@charter.net29 FRCC "Thursday Night Worlds" Summer Series CR Flying Rhino CC Gary Oliveira - frccp@hotmail.com30 Velodrome @ Bloomer Park V NAS-TRACK # 6 Dale Hughes - dale@nas-track.comAUGUST1 Milford Criterium C Huron Valley Running & Athletic Club Joe Dolan - hvrac@comcast.net6 Velodrome @ Bloomer Park V NAS-TRACK # 7 Dale Hughes - dale@nas-track.com7 Ada Criterium C Ada Bike Club Dan Johnson - race@adabike.com8 Hines Park TT TT Cycling Saddlemen Allen Duncan - all_duncan@sbcglobal.net10-15 Velodrome @ Bloomer Park V Bloomer Velodrome SIX-day Dale Hughes - dale@nas-track.com12 FRCC "Thursday Night Worlds" Summer Series CR Flying Rhino CC Gary Oliveira - frccp@hotmail.com20 Battle Creek Friday Night Steet Sprints C Team Active Racing Dan Wolin - dwolin01@mac.com21 Battle Creek Criterium C Team Active Racing Dan Wolin - dwolin01@mac.com22 East Grand Rapids (Gasight) Criterium C Bissell Cycling Club Craig Rawlings - craig.rawlings@selective.com26 FRCC "Thursday Night Worlds" Summer Series CR Flying Rhino CC Gary Oliveira - frccp@hotmail.com27 Velodrome @ Bloomer Park V Can-Am Championships Dale Hughes - dale@nas-track.com27 - 29 Cherry-Roubaix Race Weekend C, C, RR Hagerty Cycling Club Bob McLain - bob@mclaincycle.comSEPTEMBER5 Tour di Via Italia Criterium C Windsor, Ontario CANADA Aldo Sfalcin - aldo@mapleleafcycling.com6 Debaets-DeVos Criterium C Cadiuex BC Bernie Clinke - fastcadence@aol.com11 - 12 Velodrome @ Bloomer Park V USAC Elite National Qualifying Dale Hughes - dale@nas-track.com18-19 Michigan Double-X Cyclocross CX Tailwind Robert Linden - tailwind@tir.net26 Ithaca Grand Prix CX CX Team Sandbag Brian Hancock - racepromoter@gmail.comOCTOBER23 Mad Anthony Cyclocross CX Midwest Cycling Group Joe Lekovish - jlekovish@hotmail.com

C = criteriumCR = circuit raceRR = road raceTT = time trial

Schedule updates and more info at: www.mbra.org

V = velodrome (track)CX = cyclocrossTOUR = tour (non-competitive)

Michigan Challenge (A season long race series. Points are given to the top 15 placed riders in each category and at the end of the season the leader of the series is declared the winner.)

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The Ride of Silence exists:

• to mourn cyclists killed by motorists • to raise awareness (among motorists, police, and city officials) of cyclists on the road • to have motorists know we only want to share the road • to show that cyclists are not going away OnthethirdWednesdayofMay,at7:00pmlocaltime,cyclistsacrossthestate,in30confirmedlocations,willjoincyclistsacrosstheU.S.A.andaroundtheworld,bytakingtotheroadsinremembranceoffellowcyclistswhohavebeeninjuredandkilledbymotorists. ChrisPhelanorganizedthefirstRideOfSilenceinDallasin2003afterendurancecyclistLarrySchwartzwaskilledbyapass-ingbus,onanemptyroad.IthasgrownfromthatsingleRide,tonearly300thepasttwoyears,in19countriesin2009. TheRideOfSilenceisafreeridethatasksitscycliststoridenofasterthan12mphandremainsilentduringtheride.Ridesaretypically8to12mileslong. TheRidehopestoraisecyclingaware-nessduringnationalbikesafetyweekandmonthtomotorists,police,andcityofficials. TheRideisalsoachancetomourn,infuneralprocessionstyle,cyclistswhohavebeenkilled.TheRiderequestsblackarm-bandsbeworntohonorcyclistswhohavebeenkilledandredarm-bandsifyouhavehadabike/motorvehicleaccident.(manylocationswillhavetheseavailable)

May 19, 2010, 7pm

2010 Michigan Ride of Silence Locations

Learn more and view updates to Michigan locations at:

rideofsilence.org

Mark Hagar, Ride of Silence MI DirectorMark.Hagar@rideofsilence.org | 616-389-3552

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AdrianStart: Behind Croswell Theater, city lotContact: Jim Dickson james.dickson@comcast.net

Ann Arbor (Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society)Start: Wheeler Park, corner of N. 4th Ave & Depot St.Contact: Kathleen Donahoe kdonahoe@umich.edu | 734-996-4985

Battle Creek (Battle Creek Bicycle Club)Start: Getaway Sports, 636 Capital Ave.Contact: Chad Curtis getawaysports@yahoo.com | 269-979-1996

Bay City (Tri-City Cyclists)Start: Bay County Health Dept., across from Empire Theater Contact: John Geminder, Bicycle Headquarters Inc. jgeminder@aol.com | 989-496-2810

Boyne City (North Country Bicycle Club)Start: Veterans ParkContact: Mike Sheean m_sheean@yahoo.com | 231-582-4030

Cadillac Start: City PavillionContact: Kamie Wade upnorthtriathlete@gmail.com Detroit - Belle Isle (Wheelhouse Detroit)Start: Belle Isle, fountain areaContact: Steve Roach Roach@MillerCanfield.com | 313-496 7933

East Lansing (MSU Bikes)Start: MSU Bikes Service Center, Bessey Hallwww.bikes.msu.edu/maps.htmlContact: Tim Potter flyingdutchman63@gmail.com | 517-432-3414 Grand Rapids (Rapid Wheelmen Bicycle Club)Start: Riverside Park, Monroe Ave, 2nd park entranceContact: Mark Hagar Mark.Hagar@rideofsilence.org | 616-389-3552

Grand Rapids - Spin for Silence (WMCA)Start: WMCA Health Club, Lake MI Dr.Contact: Deborah McDonald (contact for availability for non-WMCA members)

dmacdonald@grwmca.org Grayling (The Bicycle Shop) Start: City Building, 1020 City Blvd. Contact: Margaret Creps margaret55@charter.net | 989-348-9691Grosse Pointe (Wolverine Sports Club) Start: American Cycle & Fitness, Mack Ave, Grosse Pointe WoodsContact: Russ St. John surfkumu@sbcglobal.net Harbor SpringsStart: Bay & State Sts., outside Stafford’s Pier RestaurantContact: Christopher Benson cjbenson516@gmail.com

Haslett (Tri-County Bicycle Assoc.)Start: Haslett Middle School Contact: Lenny Provencher provenc@msu.edu | 517-204-2971

Holland (Cross Country Cycle)Start: Holland Civic Center, W 8th St. Contact: Laura Harris info@crosscountrycycle.com | 616-396-7491

Jackson (Cascades Cycling Club)Start: TBDContact: Dave Spencer spencerd_co_washtenaw@hotmail.com

Kalamazoo (The Chain Gang)Start: TBDContact: Mark Rose m.rose@morrisrose.com | 269-345-0123

KingsfordStart: TBD Contact: Kevin Socia postal_1999@yahoo.com

LapeerStart: TBD Contact: Rebecca Forfar iron.faith@yahoo.com

Lennon (Genessee Wanderers Bicycle Club)Start: OK Ind. parking lot, corner of Oak St & Lennon Contact: Dave Otto dctoot@yahoo.com | 810-744-2471 Marquette (Kitchi-Mi-Kana [KMK] Cycling Club)Start: Lower Harbor parking lotContact: Sarah Anderson sba407@gmail.com MenomineeCycle Path Bike Shop Spokes & Folks Start: Menominee Yacht Club (MMYC), First St.Contact: Bill St Martin cycle_path_mi@yahoo.com | 810-744-2471

Midland (Tri-City Cyclists)Start: Midland Civic Arena on Fast Ice Dr. Contact: John Geminder, Bicycle Headquarters Inc. jgeminder@aol.com | 989-496-2810

Oakland Co. (Wolverine Sports Club/Riders4Research/ CadieuxBC) Start: Velodrome at Bloomer Park, road ride and simultaneously track ride Contact: Colleen Brown RideofSilence4OaklandCo@gmail.com | 248-417-6235

Saginaw (Tri-City Cyclists)Start: Stable Bicycle Shop, 300 S. Hamilton St. Contact: Larry Tesch jamal2kt@yahoo.com

Saulte St Marie (Pro Sports, Soo Bike Club)Start: Pro Sport Contact: Anthony Talentino TTalentino@stelectrical.com | 906-632-2775

Spring Lake/Muskegon (West MI Coast Riders)Start: Central ParkContact: Mark Stoll mestoll@sbcglobal.net | 616-402-1359

Traverse City (TART Trails & Cherry Capital Cycling Club)Start: Old Railroad Depot , near Woodmere Ave & Eighth St. Contact: Fred Schaafsma safetyandeducation@cherrycapitalcyclingclub.org

Westland/Dearborn/Livonia(Metro South Chapter of the MI Mountain Biking Assoc.)Start: Nankin Mills Pavilion, Hines Dr. Contact: Dave Duffield capops2@ameritech.net YpsilantiStart: Recreation Park, 1015 Congress St.Contact: Robert Krzewinski wolverbob@yahoo.com

Ann Arbor — May1–31In May, the getDowntown Program hosts the Commuter Challenge-a month long competition that encourages downtown Ann Arbor commuters to walk, bus, bike, etc. to work. During the Challenge individuals and organizations can win prizes, check out stats, and have a great time! In addition to the Commuter Challenge, the getDowntown Program hosts other fun events during the month of May, including Bike to Work Day. getDowntown Program - Nancy Shore (734) 214-0100 | nancy@annarborchamber.org | www.getdowntown.org Flint — TBD Think outside the glove box!” Instead of driving a car, try people powered transportation: bicycling, walking, carpooling, or public transit. The Safe and Active Genesee for Everyone (SAGE) Collaborative is celebrating active transportation with Smart Commute events. Safe and Active Genesee for Everyone (SAGE) - Lauren Holaly(810) 235-3396 | lholaly@crim.org | www.crim.org/smartCommute/index.htm

Holland - Zeeland — May17–22Green Commute Week will be launched with a community-wide educational forum and series of community events to include a commuter challenge, practical tips for bicycle commuters, and a leadership ride in the Holland-Zeeland area. Organized by the Macatawa Area Coordinating Council, and representatives from local businesses, health care professionals, and bike shops, Green Commute Week will highlight cost savings and health benefits of alternative transportation options. Green Commute Program – Elisa Hoekwater(616) 395-2688, ext. 109 | ehoekwater@the-macc.org

Jackson — May21Get fit. Be green. Save money. Join us in celebrating the joys of walking, biking, and riding the bus! The Smart Commute kicks off on May 21. Events include Leader Ride, Smart Commute Morning Meet-ups, and a lunch party. The Smart Commute continues through the summer with monthly Smart Commute Days and a Corporate Commuter Challenge.Fitness Council of Jackson - Scott TenBrink (517) 990-9798 | scott@fitnesscouncil.org | www.fitnesscouncil.org

Lansing — April-JuneSmart Commute helps people in the Capital Area discover the joys of walking, bicycling, riding the bus, carpooling, and telecommuting instead of driving. Smart Commute will include bicycle commuting classes, festivals, a company competition, monthly prize drawings for members of the Smart Commute Club, and more. Mid-Michigan Environmental Action Council - MC Rothhorn (517) 203-8937 | info@midmeac.org | www.midmeac.org

Manistee — TBDHealthy Active Manistee (HAM it up!) is a program that encourages walking, biking, carpooling and using public transportation in the Manistee area. Manistee Nonmotorized Transportation Committee - Christa Johnson christajohnsondc@gmail.com

Traverse City — June1-5Smart Commute Week is a program that encourages ‘smart’ transportation that includes: walking, biking, carpooling, using public transportation, or any other form of transportation that does not include driving alone. The event showcases, promotes and encourages alternative transportation options in Traverse City. Events include free commuter breakfasts, a commuter cup challenge, prizes and more.TART Trails, Inc. - Missy Luyk missy@traversetrails.org | www.smartcommutetc.org

Bike Month- May 2010 -

Americans have been commemorating National Bike Month in May for 54 years, thanks to advocacy groups like the League of American Bicyclists and the League of Michigan Bicyclists (LMB). Timed to coincide with the arrival of warmer weather, the event has inspired countless bike rides, safety inspections, commuter challenges, ribbon-cuttings, “share the road” promotions, and other varied celebrations of bicycling in communities across the nation.

The LMB is promoting Bike-to-Work Week from May 17-21. One of the most popular activities in Bike Month is encouraging people to bicycle to work and forsake their motor vehicles for at least one day. Friday, May 21 is designated as National Bike-to-Work Day (this date is also part of National Transportation Week), although many communities pick other dates in the month for this particular event. Hundreds of people in Ann Arbor, Flint, Holland, Jackson, Lansing, Manistee and Traverse City will bike, walk, carpool, take the bus to work, or telecommute during Smart Commute ‘10. Smart Commute is part of a national celebration of Bike-to-Work Week. For Bike-to-work resources visit: www.bikeleague.org/programs/bikemonth/ For tips and resources on Smart Commuting visit: www.MIsmartcommute.org

Bike Month: May Bike-to-Work Week: May 17-21 Bike-to-Work Day: May 21

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Smart Commute 2010

LMB EVENTS

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2010 MICHIGAN MOUNTAIN BIKE RACE SCHEDULE Guts and Gravel April 10Yankee Springs Time Trial * April 18Pontiac Lake Time Trial † April 25Fort Custer Stampede * May 2Brighton Stage Race † May 15/166 & 12 Hours of Stony Creek ◊ May 15Bloomer Park XC * † May 2912 & 24 Hours of Boyne ◊ May 29/30Hansen Hills Challenge * June 68 Hours of Cannonsburg ◊ June 12Ruby Campground XC June 13Lumberjack June 19Big-M XC † June 27Stony Creek Marathon † July 3Boyne Marathon * July 106 & 12 Hours of Ithaca ◊ July 17Stony Creek Time Trial * † July 258 Hours of Blommer Park ◊ July 31Pontiac Lake XC † August 8Ore to Shore August 146 & 12 Housrs of Pando ◊ August 14Maybury State Park * August 21Fort Custer Time Trial † August 22Stony Creek XC † August 296 & 12 Hours of Drummond Isd. ◊ Sep. 4 Waterford CX Clinic † Sep. 11Addison Oaks Fall Classic * Sep. 1212 & 24 Hours of Hansen Hills ◊ Sep. 18/19Michigan Double Cross -1 † Sep. 18Michigan Double Cross -2 † Sep. 19Pando Challenge * Sep. 26Munson-Night CX-3 † Oct. 26 & 12 Hours of Addison Oaks ◊ Oct. 9TBD CX-4 † Oct. 17Vets Park CX-5 † Oct. 30Vets Park CX-6 † Oct. 31Iceman Nov. 6TBD CX-7 † Nov 14TBD CX-8 † Nov. 21Peak to Peak Oct. 16Springfield Oaks CX-9 † Dec. 5

Endurance

XC/TT(CrossCountry/TimeTrial)

XC/TT,partofMMBACPSMountainBikeRaceSeries

CX(Cyclo-CrossRaceSeries)

More Info/Updates: * www.mmba.org † www.tailwind.net ◊ www.funpromotions.com

2010 Recurring Events 4/6 - 11/23 MOTIVEFORCE-LOOSE SPOKESStart: Birmingham, Barnum Park Distance: Up to 55 miles Fee: $5.00From April through Sept. 14 a road ride starting from Derby School in Birmingham - Derby at Adams Rds. Fast training rides offered. Three groups. 6pm start. From Sept. 21 through November a night dirt road night ride of about 32 miles.Motive Force-Loose Spokes(248) 388-3854 | EJLMotiveForce@bikerider.comwww.LMB.org/MFLS 5/3 - 9/20 R4RWOMENSRIDEStart: Birminhgham Distance: 15 – 28 Fee: NoneAn opportunity for women to meet and ride and learn skills, this social/casual/recovery paced ride will travel on paved suburban roads. Leave from Barnum Park in Birmingham on Pierce St. at George at 6:30 pm Mondays through the summer. CadieuxBC/Team o2/Riders4research(248) 388-3854 | EJ@riders4research.comwww.riders4research.com

5/2 - 10/31 FLINT RIVER TRAILStart: Flint Distance: 13 – 17 Fee: freeShort, free, no-drop rides every Sunday from May - October, along the Flint River Trail. They all start at 2:00 pm at the Flint Farmers Market at Longway Blvd. and the river. Three variations of the ride are held once each month with the remaining Sunday saved for exploratory rides or repeats. We ride at about 10 -11 miles an hour. There are leaders and sweeps for each group of 20 riders. The Friends of the Flint River Trail(810) 742-0071 | bnbaton@gmail.comhttp://edtech.mcc.edu/ffrt

5/16 - 6/12 Saturdays KBC - BIKE CAMP 2010Start: YMCA - PortageDistance: 5-15 Fee: $50.00KBC Bike Camp is run on five consecutive Saturday mornings starting in mid-May. Learn how to ride a bike properly, efficiently and safely on public roads. Bike fitting, fitness goals, nutrition and maintenance are covered. Orientation 5/11/10.Kalamazoo Bicycle Club(269) 217-9082 | BikeCamp@KalamazooBicycleClub.orgwww.KalamazooBicycleClub.org

January 2010 1/24 Sunday WORST DAY OF THE YEAR RIDEStart: Ann ArborDistance: 6, 12, 20, 40 Fee: freeThe third weekend of January is notoriously the worst day so what else is there to do but ride!Wheels in Motion Cycling and Fitness(734) 971-2121 | wheelsinmotion3400@comcast.netwheelsinmotion.us

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3/6 Saturday24TH ANNUAL BIKE FEASTLivonia - Clarenceville United Methodist Church - 20300 Middlebelt Rd., (just S. of 8 Mile on E. side of street)Fee: $10 (no potluck)The Bike Feast is back again! All cyclists are welcome to enjoy an evening of dining, entertainment and prizes. Wear your favorite cycling shirt or jersey. 5 pm social hour (no alcohol), 6 pm dinner. Space is limited - register online at www.LMB.org early.League of Michigan Bicyclists - Dave Duffield(248) 347-0136 | dduffield@LMB.orgwww.LMB.org

3/27 – SaturdayMICHIGAN BICYCLE SUMMITThe theme of this year’s summit is “Providing tools for a brighter bicycling future in Michigan.” The keynote speaker will be Andy Clarke, Executive Director of the League of American Bicyclists. The event is designed for anyone that wants to make a difference in promoting bicycling and the safety of bicyclists in Michigan. It will be held in Lansing at Peckham Industries...see website for details. League of Michigan Bicyclistsoffice@LMB.org | www.lmb.org

April 4/25 - 4/26 Sunday - Monday ANN ARBOR CLASSIC BICYCLE AND MINIBIKE SHOW AND SWAP MEETStart: Ann Arbor/SalineFee: $3, free parking, kids under 10 are freeBiggest, oldest and best classic bicycle and minibike show and swap meet in the country. Over 7,000 bicycles at last year’s show. Four bicycles to be given away free. Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds, 5055 Ann Arbor/Saline Rd. 8am-3pm. Auction is at 11:30.Paul and Anne Kleppert(248) 642-6639 | bikeshow@aol.comwww.ann-arbor-bicycleshow.com

May 5/2 Sunday METRO GRAND SPRING TOURStart: New Boston - Willow MetroparkDistance: 12, 25, 45, 60 Fee: $16 Ind/$43 Fam, after 4/28 $22/55, DOE Join the DCC for the 27th annual Metro Grand Spring Tour (The Homemade Cookie Tour) on routes along the Huron River and on scenic country roads. A great pancake breakfast is included to all who sign up for the ride that begins the riding season.Downriver Cycling Club(313) 381-2833 | dcc.mgst@yahoo.comwww.lmb.org/dcc 5/2 Sunday BIKE YPSI SPRING RIDE & FESTIVALStart: YpsilantiDistance: 15, 30 Fee: freeGroup rides of varying lengths with option to ride in slower or faster groups. Plus a neighborhood family friendly scramble. Festival at noon: Barbeque, bike games, info booths & more. No formal SAG. Rides leave park at 10 am.Bike Ypsi(734) 330-0550 | bikeypsi@gmail.com www.bikeypsi.org 5/8 Saturday MICHIGAN RECUMBENT RALLY EASTStart: Willow MetroparkDistance: 10, 25, 45, 62 Fee: FreeExperience the total comfort of recumbent riding! Recumbent bicycle displays, dealers, test-rides, used recumbents for sale. “Buying Your First Recumbent” talk at 11 am and 1pm. Sheltered area in case of rain. Group ride at noon. Park located off Exit 11 of I-275, south of Detroit Metro Airport.Wolver-Bent Recumbent Cyclistswolverbob@gmail.comwww.wolverbents.org

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5/8 Saturday KAL-HAVEN/KALAMAZOO RIVER VALLEY TRAILWAY TRAILBLAZERStart: Kalamazoo/South HavenDistance: 25,45, 70, 100 Fee: $15 Ind/$30 Fam, after 5/1 $20/$40, DOERide the KalHaven Trial and the new 5 miles extension open to downtown Kalamazoo or choose from four road routes through Kalamazoo and Van Buren countries. Shuttles available.Friends of the Kalamazoo River Valley Trail(269) 381-5043 | krvt@kalcounty.comwww.kalcounty.com/parks/krvt/trailprogramming 5/9 Sunday SPRING BACK 40 CALLENGEStart: ClarkstonDistance: 8, 14, 24, 48 Fee: $20 adult, $12 seniors & juniorsA Mother’s Day back roads tour over the rolling hills of North Oakland County. Fat tire or cyclocross bikes are recommended for this ride on dirt roads. Registration will be available via our website.Flying Rhino Cycling Clubsecretary@flyingrhinocc.comwww.flyingrhinocc.com

5/15 Saturday MSU FARM DAZE TOURStart: E. Lansing - MSU Pavilion, Forest & CollegeDistance: 25, 50, 75, 100 kmFee: $30 Ind/$25 (17 & under)/$55 Fam, After 5/1 $35/30/65, DOEMeander through MSU farmlands and the surroundingcountryside on this tour supporting the Michigan StateTriathlon Club. The tour starts at MSU Pavilion. See website for map, registration and more details.available from 8 am to 10 am.MSU Triathlon Club - Alex Douglass (248) 890-4777 | dougl122@msu.edu www.msutriathlon.com 5/16 Sunday FAHRRAD TOURStart: FrankenmuthDistance: 25, 50, 100 km Fee: $15, after 5/1 $20The routes wind out of the village, along the Cass River, across the lush farmlands of the Saginaw Valley and end back at the middle school. The roads have light traffic and are mostly flat with a few hills for variety. This is our 25 year for this ride.Optimist Club of Frankenmuth(989) 652-2557 | drnancy94@yahoo.com 5/19 Wednesday RIDE OF SILENCESee page 4

5/22 Saturday 21ST ANNUAL ZOO-DE-MACKINACStart: Harbor SpringsDistance: 51 Fee: $50, after 5/8 $60 This is not a race! The Zoo-de-Mack is a scenic 51 mile bicycle ride and a weekend of huge parties in one of the most beautiful areas of Michigan. More than 2500 outdoor enthusiasts gather each year to take part in this fun filled weekend. Zoo-de-Mackinac, Inc.(313) 821-8414 | sarah@zoo-de-mack.comwww.zoo-de-mack.com

5/26 WednesdayLUCINDA MEANSBICYCLE ADVOCACY DAY Hosted by LMB, MMBA & MTGA

Start: E. Lansing - MSU CampusDistance: 3 mi. to State Capitol + optional afternoon rideFee: $10All bicyclists, whether they enjoy on-road or off-road riding, need safe accommodations to get to their destinations. That’s why the League of Michigan Bicyclists, Michigan Trails & Greenways Alliance and Michigan Mountain Biking Association are joining forces in 2010 to advocate for Complete Streets and other issues key to all bicyclists. The day will start with a short road rally to the State Capitol where volunteers from all three organizations will educate legislators on policy issues that facilitate a bicycle-friendly Michigan. Lunch will be provided after legislative visits, followed by an optional afternoon ride. Details on the agenda and how to register will be listed at: www.LMB.org/advocacyday.htm

5/29 Saturday DAS TOUR OF FRANKENMUTHStart: FrankenmuthDistance: 15 - 75, depending on category Fee: $35This is an USCF sanctioned road race. Beginners, amateurs and professionals are all welcome.Tri City Cyclists(989) 839-2034 | Srweckle@chartermi.netwww.tricitycyclists.org

5/29 Saturday BICYCLE EXPO/SWAP MEETStart: FrankenmuthDistance: NA Fee: Free2nd Annual Frankenmuth Antique and Classic Bicycle Swap/Show. This event is being held in conjunction with the Tour de Frankenmuth, which is a USA cycling sanctioned bike race.Tri City Cyclists(989) 839-2034 | bishopdansue@aol.comwww.tricitycyclists.org

5/30 Sunday BABA WOOLY BIKE RALLYStart: ColdwaterDistance: 15, 25, 40, 62, 100 Fee: $20, after 4/30 $25 Routes are along the Branch County Chain of Lakes, scenic Amish country, and rolling hills. Start times are 7:30 to 10:30 am inclusive.Branch Area Bike Association(517) 617-7506 | info@bikebranch.orgbikebranch.org 5/31 Monday MEMORIAL DAY CANADIAN CENTURYStart: Grand HavenDistance: 100 km Fee: FreeRide 100 kilometers through the valley of the Grand River. Breakfast in Allendale, returning well before noon for family activities. Meet at Rock ‘n’ Road Cycle by 6:45 am to split in two groups. Leave at 7:00 sharp. Pump tires and find your shoes the night before. Don’t forget breakfast money.team yogurt / Rock ‘n’ Road Cycle(616) 846-2800 | tim@rocknroadcycle.comwww.rocknroadcycle.com

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6/5 - 6/6 Saturday - Sunday PEDAL & PADDLE BICYCLE TOURStart: MontagueDistance: 20-40 miles a day Fee: See websiteSaturday morning, cycle 20-50 peaceful miles primarily on the Hart-Montague Trail; return that afternoon to canoe or kayak on the White River. Sunday morning, bike another 20-50 miles past beautiful inland lakes and Lake Michigan shores.League of Michigan Bicyclists(888) 642-4537 | office@lmb.orgwww.lmb.org

6/5 Saturday SOUTHEAST MICHIGAN TOUR DE CUREStart: Brighton High SchoolDistance: 10, 25, 50, 75 & 100 (road) / 5, 9, & 14 (mtn.) Fee: $15, after 3/22 $25Ride includes stocked rest stops, lunch and live entertainment at the finish; SAG and medical support with an additional lunch stop provided on our 75 & 100-mile routes. All riders will also receive a T-shirt and goodie bag. Ride for an excellent cause and help to STOP DIABETES in Michigan.American Diabetes Association(248) 433-3830 | ahalladay@diabetes.orghttp://main.diabetes.org/SoutheastMItourdecure 6/5 Saturday HARBOR SPRINGS CYCLING CLASSICStart: Harbor SpringsDistance: 20, 42 , 61 Fee: $25 advance, $30 on site 20th Anniversary! Join us for a great celebration. “Tunnel of Trees” (M-119) is a part each route, refreshment stops, sag service, bbq lunch all included. T-shirts and lodging pacakges available. This is a great ride with lots of friendly people!HSCC c/o Birchwood Inn(231) 526-2151 | frontdesk@birchwoodinn.comwww.birchwoodinn.com/specialevents.html

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6/5 Saturday 100 GRANDStart: Grand RapidsDistance: 17, 35, 65, 100 Fee: $20 Ind/$40 Fam, Add $5 after 5/24Lunch provided for ALL entrants: BBQ sandwiches, pita wraps (with vegetarian option), tons of fruit, soda, homemade cookies, and other snacks. Rest stops are every 20 miles or so along each route and are stocked with home-made cookies, fruit, snacks, Gatorade, and water. 17 mile riders also have a rest stop near their half-way point. Road Bike 101 available for new/inexperienced riders!Rapid Wheelmen(616) 915-2048 | 100grand@rapidwheelmen.comwww.lmb.org/rapidwheels/100_Grand/100grand_ride htm

6/12 - 6/13 Saturday - Sunday BIKE MS RIDE, GREAT LAKES BREAKAWAY - WEST MICHIGANStart: HollandDistance: 30, 50, 75 & 100 per day Fee: $60 registration fee + pledgesBike MS is a premier cycling series in Michigan to raise awareness and funds for the National MS Society. All routes are fully supported with rest stops every 10 - 15 miles, SAG vehicles, mechanical support and medical volunteers. National MS Society(517) 646-0807 | bike@mig.nmss.orgwww.bikemsmi.ort

6/12 - 6/13 Saturday - Sunday BIG MAC SHORELINE SPRING SCENIC BIKE TOUR & RIDE ACROSS BRIDGEStart: Mackinaw CityDistance: 25, 50, 75,100 Fee: TBDFour inland and shoreline routes available with marked routes direct you. SAG safety wagons patrol the routes and designated rest areas. Incredible scenery and a light cook-out lunch at rides end. On Sunday, 400 riders over 13 will climax their adventure with a ride across the magnificent Mackinac Bridge. Mackinaw City Chamber of Commerce(231) 436-5574 | info@mackinawchamber.comwww.mackinawchamber.com

6/12 - 6/13 Saturday - Sunday MICHIGAN HUMAN POWERED VEHICLE RALLYStart: WaterfordDistance: See Description Fee: $35One-Hour Time Trials, Top Speed Event, Hill Climb, Kilometer Race and Road Races. Recumbents, tricycles, bicycles, tandems and TT bikes welcome. Two days of action with dinner Saturday evening. Spectators welcome. (Dates tentative)Michigan Human Powered Vehicle Association(586) 863-3902 | mowett@aol.comhttp://www.wisil.recumbents.com/wisil/calendar.asp

6/12 Saturday T-SHIRT RIDEStart: Laingsburg High SchoolDistance: 25, 50, 100 km Fee: $15, ages 6-16 $8, under 5 freeA fun family orientated ride through the country roads of Shiawassee County with fruit and cookie stops. Lunch is served at the high school after the ride.Tri-County Bicycle Association(517) 882-3200 | tshirt@biketcba.orgwww/iketcba.org 6/12 Saturday GEARS & BEERS - RIDE TO CURE ALSStart: Ann Arbor-Olson ParkDistance: 25, 67, 100 Fee: $75, After 5/8 $100, DOEA scenic ride along the Huron river and throughout Ann Arbor. Enjoy a day of fun, hope and beer - to cure Lou Gehrig’s Disease. Family and friends can join you at the after party featuring live music, beer by Arbor Brewing and great Mexican food. All money raised goes to local patient services & research to find a cure.ALS Association-Michigan Chapter(248) 680-6540 | susan@alsa-michigan.orghttp://web.alsa.org/gearsbeers

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6/12 Saturday MICHIGAN MOUNTAIN MAYHEMStart: Boyne City Distance: 30, 68, 100, 130 Fee: $35The Michigan Mountain Mayhem is a (Road Bike) cycling event which will test you both mentally and physically. It is one of the most grueling and challenging rides you will ever participate in. Can you handle 10,000 feet of climbing?Northern Michigan Cycling Club(231) 582-0542 | paul@michiganmountainmayhemwww.michiganmountainmayhem.com

6/16 - 6/20 Wednesday - Sunday TCBA N.W. TOURStart: Empire, Sleepy Bear CampgroundDistance: TBD Fee: $140Different routes each day in beautiful Leelanaw County. Tents will not be moved each day. Price includes sags, food (breakfast and dinner), maps, restrooms, pool and great beach in Empire. Great food!Tri-County Bicycle Associationnwtour@biketcba.orgwww.biketcba.org

6/18 - 6/20 Friday - Sunday SUNRISE ADVENTURE BICYCLE TOURStart: Rogers CityDistance: 40-60 miles daily Fee: See websiteExperience the spectacular Lake Huron coastline of Michigan’s Northeast Lower Peninsula. Rogers City will be home base for our three 40-to-60-mile days of scenic riding.League of Michigan Bicyclists(888) 642-4537 | office@lmb.orgwww.lmb.org

6/19 - 6/25 Saturday - Friday PALM (PEDAL ACROSS LOWER MICHIGAN)Start: South HavenDistance: 35-55 miles per day w/ longer options Fee: $110 (17 & older), $65 (11-16), $55 (<11)29th Annual Pedal Across Lower Michigan (PALM). The ride is approximately 260 miles, with optional longer routes each day. South Haven to Lake Erie. Optional meal and bus purchase. Registration accepted until 4/1 or until 700 ride limit. Michigan’s premier family cycling tour. Paved roads, suitable for novice or veteran tour rider.PALM (Pedal Across Lower Michigan)(734) 669-0172 | palmbiketour@yahoo.comwww.lmb.org/palm

6/19 - 6/20 Saturday - Sunday NATIONAL 24-HOUR CHALLENGEStart: MiddlevilleDistance: 122, 25, 5.5-mile loops Fee: $75, after 4/30 $95, after 5/31, $120Personal Best On-Road Endurance Ride for multiple classes: male and female, ages 18 through 70+; tandems and recumbents. In 2009, riders from 24 states, Canada, Poland and Switzerland. Traditional bagpipe sendoff. Certificates, mileage pins, results booklet and special 1000-mile jersey. Register online at Active.comNational 24-Hour Challenge - Pete & Kathy Steve(616) 656-0275 | n24hc@charter.netwww.n24hc.org

6/19 Saturday PUMPKINVINE BIKE RIDEStart: Goshen, INDistance: 10, 15, 26, 44, 67, 104 Fee: $21 Ind/$42 Fam pre-registration11th Annual Pumpkinvine Bike Ride supports development of 17-mile rail-trail between Goshen, Middlebury and Shipshewana. Ride starts on 5.4 miles of trail which passes through wooded areas and across cultivated fields. Then the routes continue on county roads. Join over 1000 bicyclists and enjoy generous SAGs and home-made pie and ice cream. The 44, 67 and 104-mile routes serve cold cut sandwiches for lunch. Experience Amish countryside, new born colts in pastures and Amish stores. The 15-mile Country-life Loop stops at an Amish farm, Chief Shipshewana Memorial, a round barn, etc.Friends of the Pumpkinvine Nature Trail, Inc.(574) 266-1362 | rjcarrico1@verizon netwww.pumpkinvine.org

6/19 Saturday WEST BRANCH HILLS & THRILLSStart: West BranchDistance: 35, 47, 62, 100 Fee: $15 Ind/$25 Fam, after 6/5 $20/$30; Join us the Tri City Cyclists on this challenging tour around West Branch. The rolling hills, beautiful countryside and lakes make the ride a memorable experience. The ride is SAG supported along with three official rest stops, with refreshments and snacks and at end of the ride! Come have fun with us! Registration Starts: 7am to 10am.Tri-City Cyclists(989) 753-6038 | Dauerhome@juno.comwww.tricitycyclists.org/westbranch

6/19 Saturday CHARLEVOIX/EMMET COUNTY PINK RIBBON RIDEStart: Boyne CityDistance: 7, 20, 42, 55 Fee: $30 Ind/$50 Fam; DOE: $35/$60The Pink Ribbon Ride raises money annually to benefit breast cancer programs offered through Charlevoix Area Hospital and Northern Michigan Regional Hospital, including life-saving tests for under and uninsured women.Bike4breastcancer(231) 536-7066 | penbryn@charter.netwww.bike4breastcancer.org

6/26 Saturday HABITAT FOR HUMANITY BIKE TO BUILD Start: CentrevilleDistance: 10, 25, 40, 72 Fee: Pre-registration $20 Ind/$50 FamRegister: 7-10 am. All scenic routes are mainly flat, family friendly, pass through covered bridge on St. Joe River, and Amish farm district. SAG support, rest stops, refreshments, lunch, provided, at end of ride. Proceeds benefit Habitat for Humanity. Habitat for Humanity of St. Joseph County, MI(269) 535-0124 | carol@arrowheadcove.com

6/26 Saturday JESSE ESCAMILLA MEMORIAL BIKE RIDEStart: HarrisvilleDistance: 126 Fee: DonationsJesse Escamilla was a good friend and we were training for a ride from Harrisville to Mackinaw City, when he found out he had liver cancer. He passed away before we made our ride to Mackinaw City, so on June 26, we will ride the 126 miles for him.rickyd@chartermi.nethttp://www.livestrong.org/grassroots2010/jembb

6/27 Sunday TOUR DI LAGOStart: Port AustinDistance: 12, 25, & new 62 mile route Fee: $15 Ind/$30 Fam3rd annual multi-distance tour is on paved, low traffic, rural roads along the Thumb’s Lake Huron shoreline. Two lighthouses are along the route with the opportunity to tour historic Pointe Aux Barques Lighthouse at mid-point. SAG and refreshments provided. Local lighthouses benefited.Friends Promoting Port Austin(989) 738-1338 | tourdilago@comcast.netwww.friendspromotingportaustin.com 6/27 Sunday HOSPICE OF LENAWEE RUN, WALK & BIKE TOURStart: BlissfieldDistance: 50 km Fee: $15, after 6/19 $20 50 km non-competitive scenic ride beginning and ending at Blissfield High School.Hospice of Lenawee(517) 263-2323 | info@hospiceoflenawee.orgwww.hospiceoflenawee.org

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6/27 Sunday BERRIEN COUNTY CANCER SERVICE BIKE RIDEStart: StevensvilleDistance: 15, 25, 42 mile & 100 K Fee: $20 Ind/ 35/FamAll new routes are being designed for our 2010 Bike Ride! You will ride over lightly traveled, picturesque roads in Berrien County through scenic, winding farmland and vineyards. Family friendly with several rest and refreshment stops throughout.Berrien County Cancer Service(269) 429-3281 | staff@bccancerservice.orgwww.bccancerservice.org

July 7/3 Saturday ALGONAC LIONS PICKEREL BIKE TOURStart: Algonac/Clay Twp.Distance: 25, 40 Fee: $20 pre-register, $30 day ofAn annual fundraiser held during the traditional Algonac Lions Pickerel Tournament. The Bike Tour benefits Lions charities and the Access to Recreation fundraiser. Both routes include Harsens Island. Surrounded by the blue waters of the South, North and Middle Channels of the St. Clair River, riders enjoy an “away from it all” feeling! The long route adds a ride through the State Park located along the banks of the St. Clair River. We are back for our third year with more improvements and amenities! We want to keep you coming back for more!Algonac Lions Club - Cindy Babisz(810) 794-7634 | cab8260@comcast.netwww.algonaclions.org

7/4 Sunday FOURTH OF JULY CANADIAN CENTURY Start: Grand HavenDistance: 100 K Fee: noneRide 100 kilometers through the valley of the Grand River, breakfast in Allendale, returning well before noon for family activities. Meet at Rock ‘n’ Road Cycle by 6:45 am to split in two groups, leave at 7:00 sharp. Pump tires and find your shoes the night before. Don’t forget breakfast money.team yogurt / Rock ‘n’ Road Cycle(616) 846-2800 | tim@rocknroadcycle.comwww.rocknroadcycle.com 7/10 Saturday ONE HELLUVA RIDE 34TH ANNUALStart: ChelseaDistance: 15, 30, 39, 63, 76,100 Fee: $20, after 6/1 $25, Day of $30, The Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society presents the 34th Annual One Helluva Ride on Saturday, July 10, 2010. Join us for scenic bicycle touring over tree-lined, paved roads winding through rural and recreation areas on beautiful rolling terrain in Southeast Michigan which varies enough to appeal to a broad range of bicyclists.Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Societyohrinfo@aabts.orgwww.aabts.org 7/11 Sunday KALAMAZOO SCENIC BICYCLE TOUR (KALTOUR)Start: KalamazooDistance: 100 m, 62 m (100 k), 31 m (50 k), 15 m, 12 m Fee: $20 Ind/$35 Fam, after 7/1 $25/$45 KalTour is noted for scenic rolling countryside with just a few hills, low traffic roads, well marked routes, and plenty of sandwiches, fruit, and cookies. All routes meet at a common lunch stop. Come enjoy a pleasant ride in the country!Kalamazoo Bicycle Club(269) 823-2819 | kaltour@kalamazoobicycleclub.orgwww.kalamazoobicycleclub.org

7/11 Sunday 16TH ANNUAL COVERED BRIDGE BIKE TOURStart: LowellDistance: 12, 28, 40, 50, 62, 78, 100 Fee: $15 Ind/$30 Fam, before 7/6A wonderful ride through some of West Michigan’s scenic areas with tasty goodies at our rest stops and a great homemade meal at the end. Our volunteers work hard to make your ride safe and enjoyable. All routes begin and end in historic Fallasburg Village. Proceeds go for the preservation of historic Fallasburg Village. Fallasburg Historical Society(616) 897-7161 | Fallasburg@yahoo.comwww.fallasburg.org

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Michigander Bicycle Tour

Learn MoreVisit www.michigantrails.org to learn more about the Michigander 2010

Its a Ride for EverbodyIts a family-friendly tour ideal for hybrid, mountain and road bikes. All you need to do is ride and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Michigans trails and back roads.

July 17-23, 2010

Not a LMB member yet? No problem...Join today using the application form on the inside back cover or through our website at:www.LMB.org/membership.htm

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Tour includes the famous pancake breakfast at the East Saugatuck rest stop. Last year ’s event at t racted more than 1,200 r iders of a l l abi l i ty levels. For more informat ion v is i t our websi te atwww.macatamwcycl ingclub.org/hol landhundred.

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Join us on July 17th, 2010 for the 36th Annual Holland Hundred Bicycle Tour , hosted by the Macatawa Cycl ing Club and their sponsors. The event takes place in Hol land, MI and benef i tsbenef i ts the Juveni le Diabetes Research Foundat ions (JDRF) and Hol land area char i t ies. The event features scenic r ides through West Michigan farmland, orchards, v ineyards, and along the lakeshore.

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7/14 - 7/18 Wednesday - Sunday SUMMER TOURStart: Almont High SchoolDistance: 35-70 per day Fee: $170The 21st annual tour is a five day circle route on the Lake Huron and St. Clair River shores in east Michigan. It is a bicycle camping tour with only two overnight locations, Algonac and Lakeport State Parks. There are two layover days. Limit 150 riders.Tri-County Bicycle Association(517) 882-3700 | summertour@biketcba.orgwww.biketcba.org

7/17 - 7/24 Saturday - Saturday MUP TOUR (MICHIGAN’S UPPER PENINSULA)Start: St. IgnaceDistance: 334Fee: See website for detailsThe MUP Tour explores the Eastern UP. Rider’s have the option to visit Mackinac Island on Sunday. The ride will take you past the Soo Locks, Whitefish Point Lighthouse and Tahquemenon Falls. You will ride along three of the Great Lakes - Huron, Superior and Michigan.League of Michigan Bicyclistsoffice@LMB.orgwww.LMB.org

7/17 - 7/18 Saturday - Sunday MICHIGANDER BICYCLE TOURStart: Indian RiverDistance: 35 miles per day Fee: $95Michigander is a family-friendly ride that includes camping, two meals each day, with shuttle service for your luggage. It is a tour ideal for mountain or hybrid bikes, with a paved route option for road bikes.Michigan Trails and Greenways Alliance(517) 485-6022 | michigander@michigantrails.orgwww.michigantrails.org

7/17 - 7/18 Saturday - Sunday BIKE MS RIDE, GREAT LAKES BREAKAWAY - MID MICHIGANStart: FentonDistance: 60, 75, 100 Fee: $60 registration fee, $250 min. pledgesBike MS is a premier cycling series in Michigan to raise awareness and funds for the National MS Society. Routes are fully supported with rest stops every 10 - 15 miles, SAG vehicles, mechanical support and medical volunteers. National MS Society, Michigan Chapter(517) 646-0807 | bike@mig.nmss.orgwww.bikemsmi.org

7/17 Saturday MAGIC RIDEStart: HillsdaleDistance: 1 - 50 miles Fee: $5/personChoose from eight different routes. Very family friendly activities as well as a 50 mile route for the avid cyclist. Visit our website for a pledge collection form. Top pledge earners receive prizes. T-shirt and lunch provided.Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness(517) 437-3100 | capahillsdale@sbcglobal.netwww.capahillsdale.org

7/17 Saturday HOLLAND HUNDREDStart: HollandDistance: 18, 36, 67, 100 Fee: $20 Pre Registar by July 1st. DOE The ride starts at the Herman Miller Greenhouse located at 10201 Adams St. (16th St), Holland, MI 49423. Rides leave between 7-10 am. We recommend 67-100 mile rides depart by 8 am.Macatawa Cycle Clubwww.macatawacyclingclub.org/hollandhundred

7/18 - 7/23 Sunday - Friday MICHIGANDER BICYCLE TOURStart: Indian RiverDistance: 250-300 Fee: $298Michigander is a family-friendly ride that includes camping, two meals each day, with shuttle service for your luggage. It is a tour ideal for mountain or hybrid bikes, with a paved route option for road bikes.Michigan Trails and Greenways Alliance(517) 485-6022 | michigander@michigantrails.orgwww.michigantrails.org

7/18 Sunday RIDE AROUND TORCHStart: Elk Rapids, MichiganDistance: 25, 62,100 Fee: $23, after 7/1 $28 $35 DOE Ride around one of the loveliest (and longest) lakes in Michigan. Lightly trafficked rural roads past farms and orchard with fantastic views of Torch Lake and Lake Michigan. Cookout/picnic on the beach after is included and swimming is an option. Applications available at our website late April/early May. Optional T-Shirts available to buy.Cherry Capital Cycling Clubinfo@ridearoundtorch.orgwww.cherrycapitalcyclingclub.org

7/20 Tuesday DAY AND NIGHT FOR MILES RIDEStart: Darby School (tentative)Distance: Road ride with three skill levels + night ride Fee: TBDCommemorating the life of Miles Levin, son of Nancy and Jon Levin, who died in 2007 of a sarcoma. Meet at 5:45 pm. Night riders will require proper lighting and mountain or cross bikes.Jon Levin joni11@comcast.net

7/22 - 7/25 Thursday - Sunday WISH-A-MILE 300 BICYCLE TOURStart: Traverse City/ChelseDistance: 300 Fee: $95 Registration $750 Fundraising GoalThe Wish-A-Mile 300 is a three-day, 300-mile ride benefitting the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Michigan. Please join us July 22-25, 2010 for our 23rd year. WAM unites cyclists of all levels for a common goal to grant wishes to children with life-threatening medical conditions.Make-A-Wish Foundation of Michigan(616) 363-4607 | jgunn@wishmich.orgwww.wishamile.org

7/23 - 7/25 Friday - Sunday 3 TRAILS IN 3 DAYS & 17TH ANNUAL FOPMRT SKATE & RIDEStart: SaginawDistance: Up to 70 miles Fee: To be published in spring 2010The 3 Trails 3 Days event is a fundraiser in support of the future Midland/Bay City/Saginaw connector trails. This event enables you to visit any or all of the current Saginaw Valley, Pere Marquette and Bay City RiverTrail/RiverWalk trails including a picnic & raffle on Sunday afternoon. See the web site for more details.Bay County/Midland/Saginaw Friends Groupshttp://www.lmb.org/pmrt/

7/24 Saturday RURAL PEARL OF A RIDEStart: OxfordDistance: 15, 30, 48 Fee: $18 by July 16th; $25 day of A one day scenic tour traversing northern Oakland and Macomb counties using the Polly Ann, Paint Creek, Macomb Orchard and Clinton River trails as well as Stony Creek Metro Park. Numerous rest stops along the way will feature fruit and snacks and drink prepared by the chefs of local restaurants. Oxford Addison Youth Assistance(248) 969-5177 | szlenkierh@oak.govwww.oxfordride.net

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7/24 Saturday ABILITY TOURStart: LansingDistance: 8, 30, 50 Fee: $25The Ability Tour is a ride to raise awareness for people overcoming disabilities. This event will include SAG and aid stations while you enjoy a scenic ride through Dewitt and St. Johns. People of all abilities are encouraged to ride.Peckham(517) 316-4017 | abilitytour@peckham.orgwww.abilitytour.org

7/24 Saturday WOMEN ON WHEELS RIDEStart: Mason High SchoolDistance: 17, 32 & 50 mile loops Fee: $15 for adults, $8 ages 6 to 16, 5 and under freeRegistration day of ride 7:00 am -10:00 am. Ride includes maps, scenic roads, rest stops, lunch (10:30am-2:00pm), ride support (7:00 am - 3:00 pm) and showers (bring own soap and towel). Must wear helmet, carry water bottle and follow rules of the road.TCBA(517) 822-3700 | wow@biketcba.orgwww.biketcba.org

7/25 Sunday AVITA WATER BLACK BEAR BICYCLE TOURStart: GraylingDistance: 100 miles or McKinley Class 2 riders 50 miles each Fee: $20, after 3/1 $25, after 7/1 $35 100 Mile Century Ride Grayling to Oscoda, MI along River Valley following AuSable Canoe Marathon. Ten riders per minute. Timing provided, certificates available. Only 12 stop signs. 100 raffle prizes- top prize new bike. Enter early - save money.Grayling Rotary Club(989) 370-5757 | Jerrygosnell@hotmail.comwww.grayling-area.com/blackbear2010

7/31 Saturday CASS RIVER HABITAT’S RIDE FOR HOMEStart: Vassar High SchoolDistance: 10, 15, 32, 64 Fee: $15 Ind/$33 Fam, after 7/16 $20/$40, DOEEnjoy a scenic bike tour through Tuscola County and the lovely towns of Frankenmuth and Vassar, ending at the Vassar High School for a lunch buffet. Come help build a home! 64 mile must start by 8:00 am. Helmets are recommended. We have maps, some of the best marked routes, SAG service, foodstops lunch, showers and T-shirts.Cass River Habitat for Humanity - Vassar- Jerry Peterson(989) 823-2228 | d.gillies@charter.netwww.cassriver.com August 8/1 - 8/5 Sunday - Thursday TOUR DA U.P.Start: St. IgnaceDistance: 50-60 miles per day or approx. 225 for entire loop Fee: $375, after 7/1 $4005-day on road cycling tour of Eastern Upper Peninsula. Stops on route Mackinac Island, Soo Locks, Tahquamenon Falls. Fully supported, SAG, camping and meals included. Proceeds benefit abused and neglected youth in Northern Michigan. Teaching Family Homes of Upper Michigan(906) 249-5437 | mikesmith@tfhomes.orgteachingfamilyhomes.org 8/1 Sunday MILFORD CRITERIUMStart: MilfordDistance: 30 Fee: TBDRacers, this unique and challenging .92 mile course has a Main Street start/finish that’s sure to provide that adrenaline fix. For the fans, there’s something for everyone, fine curbside eateries, quaint shops and a Healthy Lifestyle Expo. For kids, there’s a playground and an all ages Kid’s Race.Milford Athletic Club(248) 330-2535 | Info@milfordcrit.orgwww.milfordcrit.org 8/1 Sunday DEARBORN HEIGHTS LIONS CHARITY BICYCLE RIDE FOR SIGHTStart: LivoniaDistance: Riders Choice Fee: $20 Donation to Dbn. Hts. Lions ClubCharity ride in Hines Park on a bright August morning. All riders are invited from casual to proficient. Dearbron Heights Lions Club(734) 729-2240 | ttreppa@mindspring.com

8/5 - 8/8 Thursday - Sunday GREAT LAKES INDEPENDENCE RIDE (IRIDE)Start: New BuffaloDistance: 200 miles Fee: $300 for 4 days - single day ride optionsIRide is a four day inclusive cycling ride from New Buffalo to Ann Arbor MI. Open to all ages and abilities, bikes, trikes and handcycles. Meals and lodging included. 50-60 miles each day with breaks every 15 miles. Ann Arbor Center for Independent Living(734) 971-0277 | iride@aacil.orgIndependenceRide.org 8/7 Saturday RIDE THE CHARXStart: Boyne City Distance: 20,43,62,105 Fee: $20, after 7/30 $25, DOE10th Annual Ride Around Lake Charlevoix. Bike the shoreline of Lake Michigan on a paved path. Free ride on the Ironton Ferry on some routes. Our metric century is the hilliest in Michigan featuring “The Wall.” Lunch, SAG service & food stops.Boyne Valley Lions Club & North Country Bicycle Club(231) 582-6421 | charx@att.netwww.ridethecharx.org 8/7 Saturday TOUR DES LACSStart: FentonDistance:15 km, 50 km, 100 km, Century (100 mile) & Tiny Tot Tour Fee: $10-$50The 8th Annual TDL takes cyclists further thru the incredible landscapes of the area with the addition of a Century ride. All routes meander along many MI lakes with just enough climbs to make you appreciate the finish-line-prizes for biggest team.CycleFit Sports Club(810) 750-2348 | kfoerster@charter.netwww.cyclefitmultisport.com 8/7 Saturday MIND OVER MATTER 2010 (6TH ANNUAL) ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATIONStart: Harrison Township MIDistance: 5, 25, 40 Fee: $10-$40 (No Pledges) For all ages! T-shirt, food, water stops, ice cream cart included to all riders. All different ride distances have scenic water view. Pre-registration highly recommended to 1st 400 riders. Mind Over Matter 2010 jersey option for donation $250.Mind Over Matter 2010 (Alzheimer’s Association) (586) 876-0827 | kristine@mindovermatter2010.comwww.mindovermatter2010.com

8/8 - 8/14 Sunday - Saturday 24TH ANNUAL SHORELINE WEST 7-DAYStart: MontagueDistance: 384 Fee: See Website for DetailsThis seven day tour explores the coastline of Lake Michigan. Ride past pristine beaches, cherry orchards, sand dunes, historical lighthouses and spectacular views. This is one of the best bicycle “vacations” in the entire country.League of Michigan Bicyclistsoffice@LMB.orgwww.LMB.org

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8/8 Sunday HINES PARK TIME TRIALStart: Hines Park WestlandDistance: 12 Fee: $15 Juniors, $25 SeniorsRace against the clock on a out and back course closed to motorizes traffic. Great first timer time trial. Open to cyclist of all abilities and ages. A racing license is required for this U.S.A. Cycling event. A one day license is availableCycling Saddlemen(313) 274-7465 | saddlem@yahoo.comwww.saddlemen.org

8/12 - 8/14 Thursday - Saturday 24TH ANNUAL SHORELINE WEST 3-DAYStart: Traverse CityDistance: 158 Fee: See website for detailsExplore the coastline of Lake Michigan by bicycle for 3 wonderful days of bicycling. Wonderful beaches, cherry orchards, lighthouses and spectacular views await you.League of Michigan Bicyclists(517) 334-9100 | office@lmb.orgwww.LMB.org

8/14 Saturday GREEN CRUISE FAMILY RIDEStart: FerndaleDistance: 5 Fee: FreeFamily ride around Ferndale. 9 am start. Start and finish at the Green Alley. Helmets and signed waivers are required. Riders must obey all traffic laws. Riders under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.Sierra Club(248) 549-6216 | greencruise@ michigan.sierraclub.orghttp://michigan.sierraclub.org/semg/Green_Cruise.html

8/14 Saturday GREEN CRUISE PROGRESSIVE RIDEStart: FerndaleDistance: 23 Fee: noneProgressive ride starting at the Green Alley in downtown Ferndale. Stopping to pickup riders in: Huntington Woods, Southfield, Beverly Hills, Birmingham and two stops in Royal Oak. Helmets and signed waivers are required.Sierra Club(248) 549-6216 | greencruise@ michigan.sierraclub.orghttp://michigan.sierraclub.org/semg/Green_Cruise.html

8/14 Saturday GFWC SWARTZ CREEK WOMEN’S CLUB BIKE A THONStart: Swartz CreekDistance: 5, 10, 20 Fee: $10 Adult, $5 under 13 or free with $20 donationStarting at 9 am at the pavilion on Holland Drive in Swartz Creek, the 20 mile route will start, at 9:30 am, same location the 10 mile group will start and then at 10 am the 5 mile group will start. All routes are well marked.GFWC Swartz Creek Women’s Club(810) 635-9224 | messer1@chartermi.net 8/14 Saturday CYCLE TO SERVEStart: Grand RapidsDistance: 5, 15, 30, 60 Fee: $40 adults, $30 children & seniorsA family-friendly ride in southwest Grand Rapids which also serves as a great tune-up for the DALMAC ride. Pledges encouraged as all proceeds support Volunteers In Service and the hundreds of families they serve every year.Volunteers In Service(616) 459-7500 | info@visgr.orgwww.visgr.org 8/15 Sunday ASSENMACHER 100Start: Swartz Creek Distance: 20, 32, 50, 62, 100 Fee: $12/$1731st year for this popular multi-distance ride on paved low traffic rural roads through the farmland and villages of Mid-Michigan. Started in 1980, it has become one of Michigan’s premier century rides and is a popular DALMAC warm-up event. Riders of all abilities welcome and encouraged to participate.Genesee Wanderers Bicycle Club(810) 635-7844 | ride531@assenmachers.comhttp://www.assenmachers.com

8/21 Saturday PAUL BAKER MEMORIAL CHARITY BICYCLE EVENTStart: Milford or S. LyonDistance: 9, 16, 30 Fee: $25Pay tribute to our dear friend Paul Baker. Bike the beautiful, scenic Rails to Trails, Kensington or Island Lake bike paths. Proceeds will be donated to The Children’s Hospital of Michigan Ronald McDonaldHouse and The Michigan Arthritis Foundation.Michael O’Neill(248) 421-7977 | elvis.77@comcast.net

8/21 Saturday M.A.D. RIDEStart: LudingtonDistance: 20, 62, 100 Fee: $25, after 8/7 $30 M.A.D. Ride routes are in scenic Mason county. Routes have rest stops with snacks at convenient intervals. The 20 mile route hugs Lake Michigan and is flat. The 62 and 100 mile routes finish with a hilly 22-mile stretch. Finish line picnic included.H.E.L.P Ministry - Gene McClellan(231) 843-6811 | help@help-ministry.orgwww.helpmadride.com 08/21 Saturday ONE DAY RIDE ACROSS MICHIGAN Start: Meinert County Park, MontagueDistance: 150 Fee: TBDODRAM is coming back! More info coming soon. The route will be the same as it’s been in the past. New this year, ODRAM will benefit the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) to help the effort to cure Type 1 Diabetes!Juvenile Diabetes Research FoundationODRAM2010@gmail.com 8/21 Saturday TOUR DE DICKINSONStart: Iron MountainDistance: 9, 32, 45, 90, 100K Fee: $5-$25, DOEBeginner to advanced riders welcome. SAG support, food and beverages supplied. This is a day of fun for the entire family. Come and ride with us in the beautiful Upper Peninsula and join downtown Iron Mountain’s Italian Fest for free! Visit our website for early registration discounts and other information.Dickinson County Hospital Foundation(906) 776-5790 | erika.justus@dchs.orgwww.tourdedickinson.com 8/22 Sunday CEREAL CITY CENTURYStart: Battle CreekDistance: 5, 50, 62, 100 Fee: $20/$35, after 8/15 $25/$45, DOEStart/finish in the State St. parking lot behind Team Active Bike Shop. New routes for 2010. Come early, Sat races downtown. Hotel discounts available. Full lunch halfway at Stewart’s Landing in Marshall.Battle Creek Bicycle Club(269) 969-0674 | bikerider@battlecreekbicycleclub.orgwww.battlecreekbicycleclub.org

8/22 Sunday MOST (MUSKEGON OCEANA SCENIC TOUR)Start: MontagueDistance: Family Friendly 25, Challenging 50, and Hilly 75 Fee: $15 Ind/$30 Fam, after 8/14 $20/$40, DOERide past orchards, fruit stands and stop at local Lake Michigan beaches. In addition to beautiful natural scenery we provide maps, SAG stops with food and lunch for all riders. Clean up at Montague Middle school. Tour limited to 300.West Michigan Coast Riderswww.wmcoastriders.org

8/22 Sunday BIKE BENZIE TOURStart: ThompsonvilleDistance: 15, 25, 45, 62 miles Fee: $24, after 8/13 $28Bike Benzie Tour is hosted by Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa, Thompsonville, MI. Proceeds for the tour benefit Benzie Sunrise Rotary Club foundation and Rotary International Foundation. All routes feature great food stops and picturesque rides that challenge riders of all ages. Benzie County’s forests, 57 lakes, rolling hills, orchards, the Sleeping Bear Dunes Lakeshore, the Bestie Valley Trail and our one traffic light welcome riders.Benzie Sunrise Rotary Club(231) 882-0791 | tjkrause1@aol.comwww.benziesunriserotary.org 8/28 - 8/29 Saturday - Sunday POTAWATOMI PEDAL AND PADDLE EVENTStart: AthensDistance: 12, 25, 40, 62 Fee: $125 Adult, $100 under 12, $100 non-ridersRide & Float through a Native American countryside connecting four counties and two nations. Weekend includes Native American experiences, canoeing, and camping on the Reservation. Travel historic routes and explore Native American history and culture.Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi and AACF(269) 729-5151 | bphillips@nhbpi.comhttp://www.nhbpi.com/pedalpaddle/

8/29 Sunday PEACH OF A RIDEStart: MemphisDistance: 23, 32, 60 100 Fee: $18, after 8/20 $25, DOEThe Peach of a Ride traverses the countryside of rural northern Macomb and St. Clair counties. The slightly rolling terrain is lush farmland, apple orchards and forests making for an exhilarating escape from the suburban routine. Rest stops are plentiful and well stocked with fruit and the famous Slow Spokes homemade cookies. Complete the day with a light lunch including delicious homemade peach shortcake back at the school after the ride.Slow Spokes Bicycle Club(586) 247-6397 | jpwilhelm@hotmail.comwww.slowspokes.org

September 9/1 - 9/5 Wednesday - Sunday DICK ALLEN LANSING TO MACKINAW BICYCLE TOUR (DALMAC)Start: MSU Pavillion - E LansingDistance: 303 – 414 Fee: $195 -$215The objectives of DALMAC are to develop an awareness of bicycling and its needs in Michigan, to promote bicycling as a healthy means of transportation and recreation, and to encourage wider participation in bicycle use.Tri-County Bicycle Association(517) 882-3700 | dalmac@biketcba.orgdalmac.org 9/4 Saturday LABOR DAY 30 K FAT TIRE AND CYCLE CROSS Start: MilfordDistance: 30 k Fee: $25 - $55 A challenging 30 Km fat tire or cycle cross ride/race. Lots of fun with great beverages, hamburger or chicken sandwiches and entertainment at the finish.Huron Valley Running & Athletic Club(248) 685-7580 | racedirector@laborday30k.com www.laborday30k.com 9/6 Monday LABOR DAY CANADIAN CENTURYStart: Grand HavenDistance: 100 Km Fee: FreeRide 100 kilometers through the valley of the Grand River, breakfast in Allendale, returning well before noon for family activities. Meet at Rock ‘n’ Road Cycle by 7:15 am to split in two groups, leave at 7:30 am sharp. Pump tires and find your shoes the night before. Don’t forget breakfast money.team yogurt / Rock ‘n’ Road Cycle(616) 846-2800 | tim@rocknroadcycle.comwww.rocknroadcycle.com

9/6 Monday 46TH ANNUAL DEBAETS-DEVOS PRO AM CRITERIUM CHAMPIONSHIPSStart: Auburn HillsDistance: Varying depending on race category Fee: TBDThe longest ongoing race in the Midwest, these criterium races bring in nationally ranked racers on a fast, closed course in Auburn Hills, near Oakland U and Chyrstler headquarters. Junior racers race for free.Cadieux Bicycle Club/Team o2(248) 388-3854 | EJ@riders4research.comwww.riders4research.com

9/11 Saturday TOUR DA WOODS MOUNTAIN BIKE CHALLENGEStart: ChathamDistance: 15, 30 Fee: $35 - $55Point to Point mountain bike race. 30 mile leave from Chatham Fairgrounds to Munising. 15 mile leaves from Valley Spur ski chalet to Munising.Anna River Pedalers(906) 439-5319 | contact@annariverpedalers.orgTourdawoods.org 9/11 Saturday MICHIGAN RECUMBENT RALLY - WESTStart: KalamazooDistance: NA Fee: FreeNot an organized ride as such, but a chance to meet, discuss, test ride a variety of recumbent bikes and trikes. Friendly and knowledgeable owners and a few dealers will be present. Safe campus roads for test rides. Free and open to the public.Wolverbents(269) 373-5413 | Paul.Pancella@WMich.edu

9/11 Saturday MAPLE LEAFStart: Cedar SpringsDistance: 30 Hilly, 30 Rolling, 20 Flat Fee: $25 Ind/$50 FamThis unique ride offers three “mix and match” loops. This allows more social time between riders of different paces as all the routes loop back to Long Lake Park where our Cool Cooks with Hot Coals will be cooking up steaks, dogs, and veggie burgers!Rapid Wheelmen(616) 531-6153 | mapleleaf@rapidwheelmen.comhttp://RapidWheelmen.com/MapleLeaf 9/11 Saturday BIKE MS RIDE - FALL BREAKAWAYStart: BrightonDistance: Mtn. Bike - 5 & 9 miles, Road 12 & 24 Fee: $40 registration fee, $250 min. pledgesBike MS is a premier cycling series in Michigan to raise awareness and funds for the National MS Society. Routes are fully supported with rest stops, SAG vehicles, mechanical support and medical volunteers.National MS Society, Michigan Chapter(517) 646-0807 | bike@mig.nmss.orgwww.bikemsmi.org

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9/12 Sunday MICHIGAN TOUR DE PINKStart: OxfordDistance: 45, 71, 100 Fee: $35One tour to raise money for breast cancer. Three loops to pick from that start and finish in Oxford, lots of food and support. MPI Main Street, Kuhnhenn Brewing Team(248) 505-0221 | tkcollins1@charter.nettourdepinkmichigan.com

9/12 Sunday VINYARD CLASSICStart: Paw PawDistance: 22, 39, 60 Fee: $15, under 12 free w/ adult, after 8/13 $20Part of the Paw Paw Wine and Harvest Festival, this tour travels past lush vineyards and orchards at the peak of the season. Other activities include arts and crafts, grape stomping, winery tours, entertainment, and a parade. Homemade cookies!Paw Paw Service League(269) 657-6309 | oas@wmich.eduwww.wineandharvestfestival.com/biketour.html 9/18 - 9/19 Saturday - Sunday BIG MAC SHORELINE FALL SCENIC BIKE TOUR & RIDE ACROSS BRIDGEStart: Mackinaw CityDistance: 25, 50, 75 100 Fee: TBAFour inland and shoreline routes available with marked routes. SAG safety wagons patrol the routes and designated rest areas. Incredible scenery and a light cook-out lunch at rides end. On Sunday, 400 riders over 13 will climax their adventure with a ride across the magnificent Mackinac Bridge. Mackinaw City Chamber of Commerce(231) 436-5574 | info@mackinawchamber.comwww.mackinawchamber.com 9/18 Saturday CLINTON RIVER TRAIL FALL CLASSIC RIDEStart: Auburn HillsDistance: 5, 15, 25, 40 Fee: $20, $25 day of, family rates availableEnjoy the beauty of Oakland County’s five-community Clinton River Trail at the 6th annual FCRT Fall Classic Ride. Auburn Hills Riverside Park registration, lunch & displays. Several route options, rest stop, trail map provided. Enjoy a scenic ride. Friends of the Clinton River Trail(248) 342-8795 | info@clintonrivertrail.orgwww.clintonrivertrail.org

9/18 Saturday CELEBRATION OF CYCLINGStart: Dearborn HeightsDistance: 12, 35, 50, 75, 100 Fee: $20 Ind/$40 Fam; after 9/8 $30/$60Have a great time riding your bike and helping individuals with disabilities become cyclists! This ride is truly for everyone, featuring a family friendly 12 miles traffic-free route, while more experienced cyclists can ride up to a century!Programs to Educate All Cyclists (PEAC)(734) 484-2758 | info@bikeprogram.orgwww.bikeprogram.org/coc

9/18 Saturday HARBOR SPRINGS CYCLING CLASSICStart: Harbor SpringsDistance: 20, 42, 61 Fee: $25, $30 day of 20th Anniversary of our semi-annual ride! “Tunnel of Trees” (M-119) a part of each route, refreshment stops, sag service, bbq lunch all included. T-shirts and lodging packages available. Join us for a great ride with lots of friendly people.HSCC c/o Birchwood Inn(231) 526-2151 | frontdesk@birchwoodinn.comhttp://www.birchwoodinn.com/specialevents.html 9/19 Sunday LEELANAU HARVEST TOUR 27TH ANNUALStart: Maple CityDistance: 15, 25, 45, 67, 100 Fee: TBDThe Leelanau Harvest Tour is hosted by the Cherry Capital Cycling Club as a benefit for TART Trails, Inc. Leelanau County is one of the most picturesque counties in Michigan. It offers stunning vistas of sand dunes, water and farmlands. The food stops feature local produce and products and are located at waterfront parks. Free camping is available at the Glen Lake School. The area has many great activities and attractions for both riders and non-riders. Make plans to join us for the entire weekend!Cherry Capital Cycling Club(231) 941-4300 | info@leelanauharvesttour.orgleelanauharvesttour.org

9/25 - 9/26 Saturday - Sunday BIKE MS RIDE, GREAT LAKES BREAKAWAY - NEW ROUTE!Start: FrankenmuthDistance: 50, 75, 100 Fee: $60 registration fee, $250 min. pledgesNEW RIDE - Bike MS is a premier cycling series in Michigan to raise awareness and funds for the National MS Society. Routes are fully supported with rest stops every 10-15 miles, SAG vehicles, mechanical support and medical volunteers.National MS Society, Michigan Chapter(517) 646-0807 | bike@mig.nmss.orgwww.bikemsmi.org 9/25 Saturday TOUR DE TROITStart: DetroitDistance: 30 miles, 100 km Fee: $30 - $40Ninth Annual! A leisurely, 30-mile, police-escorted ride that allows cyclists to explore Detroit’s historic areas and most breathtaking sights free of cars and traffic signs. Unescorted metric century option also available.Tour de Troit/Greater Corktown Development Corp.(313) 962-2425 | info@tour-de-troit.orgwww.tour-de-troit.org

9/25 Saturday MIDDLE OF THE MITTEN CENTURYStart: Emerson Park, Orchard Dr & W. Main, MidlandDistance: 62, 102 Fee: $15, after 9/15 $20 Ride and support the TCC MS150 Team in 2010. An Un-supported century (100 miles) with metric option (62 miles). No SAG or sponsored rest stops. We provide route maps, directions, & clearly marked route. Maps include, markings for food, & water at (stores etc). Come enjoy the flattest century in Michigan. Start time: 8:00 am to 9:30 amHobart Barker(989) 839-5788 | hobe_midland@yahoo.comwww.tcc.clubexpress.com

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9/26 Sunday 37TH APPLE CIDER CENTURYStart: Three OaksDistance: 15, 25, 37, 50, 62, 75, 100 Fee: $25, after 12/31, $30 until 5/31A recreational tour for families and casual riders of orchards, forests and wine country. Pre-ride ice cream social/entertainment on Saturday evening, an all you can eat Spaghetti Dinner following ride. SAG service along routes, includes food, restrooms, repairs and EMT’s.Three Oaks Spokes Bicycle Club(888) 877-2068 | applecidercentury@sbcglobal.netwww.applecidercentury.com October 10/2 - 10/3 Saturday - Sunday TOUR OF THE WHITE PINE TRAILStart: Comstock ParkDistance: up to 184 Fee: $60TWPT is a two-day, 184 mile color tour of the Fred Meijer White Pine Trail State Park from Grand Rapids to Cadillac and back. Proceeds benefit the Friends of the White Pine Trail, who promote, develop, and maintain the trail. Friends of the White Pine Trail(616) 516-6193 | tourwpt1@gmail.comwww.TourWPT.org 10/2 Saturday GREATER ALGONAC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FALL COLORS BIKE TOURStart: Clay TownshipDistance: 24, 42 Fee: $25, DOE The 24 mile ride will start in Algonac and go through a 24 mile loop including the river and the state park. The 42 mile ride will take you across the ferry and around Harsen’s Island.Greater Algonac Chamber of Commerce(810) 794-5511 | execdirector@algonacchamber.comwww.algonacchamber.com 10/3 Sunday BLUE WATER RAMBLEStart: St. ClairDistance: 100, 65, 45, 30 Fee: $18, after 8/23 $25This will be the 29th international bike tour. Optional route to Canada crosses the St. Clair river by ferry. Passport required for border crossing. Fee includes ferry to and from Canada. See fall colors and freighters on river. Hot lunch served in US on all routes. Post ride showers included. No day of event registration.Clinton River Ridersbluewaterramble@yahoo.comLMB.org/crr/

10/3 Sunday EXHALE CHARITY RIDEStart: MetamoraDistance: 20 - 40 on dirt, 23 paved Fee: TBDStaging from the Historic White Horse Inn in Metamora, the Exhale ride is a fundraiser for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Dirt roads in the area are spectacular as are paved roads for road riders are a great option. Ride leaders.Team o2/Cadieux BC, Riders4Research(248) 388-3854 | EJ@riders4research.com www riders4research.com, www.exhaleride.com 10/8 - 10/10 Friday - Sunday WALLOON LAKE TANDEM WEEKENDStart: Walloon LakeDistance: 25, 40, 60, 80 Fee: $225 per Team, includes room and boardSpend the weekend at the Boyne Valley Lodge riding the roads around scenic Lake Charlevoix and Walloon Lake, Meet new friends and ride with old Fun for the whole Family.Midwest Bike and Tandem(734) 213-7744 | midwesttandems@comcast.netmidwesttandems.com

10/9 Saturday COLORBURST BICYCLE TOUR - FALLASBURG PARKStart: LowellDistance: 17, 30, 62, 100-paved, 30 & 62-unpaved Fee: $20 Ind/$40 Fam, after 9/29 $30 Since 1983, charity tour honoring Donna Ryskamp and Craig Campbell, cyclists killed by drunk drivers. Pancake breakfast, homemade cookies, hot beverages, soup lunch, and fantastic fall colors. Full SAG on paved roads. Try our fun gravel road routes.Rapid Wheelmen Bicycle Clubcolorburst2010@rapidwheelmen.comhttp://www.rapidwheelmen.com/colorburst 10/9 Saturday MACOMB BIKE BREAST CANCER AWARENESS RIDEStart: WarrenDistance: 10, 35 Fee: $25Scenic 35 mile route along Lake Shore Drive or 10 mile route through neighborhood streets. Both rides begin at 10 am. All proceeds go to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Lunch to follow. Don’t forget to wear a little pink!Macomb Bike & Fitness(586) 756-5400 | ride@macombbike.comwww.macombbike.com

10/9 Saturday FITZGERALD PARK FAMILY BICYCLE COLOR TOURStart: Grand LedgeDistance: 12 mile one-way/24 mile round trip Fee: $3 adult, $2 12 & under, $8 familyScenic, leisurely ride to the Country Mill (cider mill) on Otto Rd. Participants may want to bring additional money to purchase items at the Country Mill.Eaton County Parks(517) 627-7351 | parksdept@eatoncounty.orgwww.eatoncountyparks.org 10/9 Saturday FOX PARK FAMILY BICYCLE COLOR TOURStart: PottervilleDistance: 4 mile round trip Fee: $2 per person, $8 per familyScenic, leisurely ride to the Country Mill (cider mill) on Otto Rd. Participants may want to bring additional money to purchase items at the Country Mill.Eaton County Parks(517) 627-7351 | parksdept@eatoncounty.orgwww.eatoncountyparks.org 10/10 Sunday TOUR DE LIVINGSTONStart: BrightonDistance: 5, 10, 28, 38, 62,100 Fee: $25, after 10/08 $35, DOEEnjoy the beautiful fall colors thru Livingston County on the rural roads, bike paths and thru state parks. Event includes bfast, lunch, snacks. Long sleeve shirt available for $10. $200 pledges includes custom jersey and entry.Howell Rotary Club(810) 494-3000 | info@tourdelivingston.orgwww.tourdelivingston.org 10/10 Sunday BIKE YPSI FALL RIDE 2010Start: YpsilantiDistance: 15, 30 Fee: noneNo frills group rides of varying lengths with option to ride in slower or faster groups. Fall rides begin and end at the Corner Brewery. Further details can be found at bikeypsi.org. Ride on!Bike Ypsi(734) 330-0550 | bikeypsi@gmail.comwww.bikeypsi.org

10/10 Sunday FALL BACK 40 CHALLENGEStart: ClarkstonDistance: 8, 14, 24, 48, 66 Fee: $20 adults, $12 seniors & juniorsA back roads tour over the rolling hills of North Oakland County. Fat tire or cyclocross bikes are recommended for this ride on dirt roads. Registration will be available via our website.Flying Rhino Cycling Clubsecretary@flyingrhinocc.comwww.flyingrhinocc.com

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IT’S THE LAW!MICHIGAN BICYCLE LAWS

excerpts from the Michigan Motor Vehicle Code

Sec. 257.257 - Eachpersonridingabicycleuponaroadwayhas all of the rights and is subject to all of the dutiesapplicabletothedriverofavehicle…

Sec. 257.660b - Individualsoperatingbicyclesuponahighwayorstreetshallnot ride more than 2 abreastexceptuponapathorportionofthehighwayorstreetsetasidefortheuseofbicycles.

Sec. 257.660a - Apersonoperatingabicycleuponahighwayorstreetatlessthantheexistingspeedoftrafficshall ride as close as practicable to the right-hand curb or edge of the roadway except as follows:

(a) Whenovertaking and passinganotherbicycleoranyothervehicleproceedinginthesamedirection.(b) Whenpreparing to turn left.(c) Whenconditionsmaketheright-hand edge of the roadway

unsafeorreasonablyunusablebybicycles,including,butnotlimitedto,surfacehazards,anunevenroadwaysurface,drainopenings,debris,parkedormovingvehiclesorbicycles,pedestrians,animals,orotherobstacles,orifthelaneistoonarrowtopermitavehicletosafelyovertakeandpassabicycle.

(d) Whenoperatingabicycleinalaneinwhichthetraffic is turning rightbuttheindividualintendstogostraightthroughtheintersection.

(e) Whenoperatingabicycleupona1-way highwayorstreetthathas2ormoremarkedtrafficlanes,inwhichcasetheindividualmayrideasneartheleft-handcurboredgeofthatroadwayaspracticable.

Sec 257.648 - Signalsforstoppingorturning;violationascivilinfraction.(3). Whenasignalisgivenbymeansofthehandandarm…(a) Leftturn-handandarmextendedhorizontally.(b) Rightturn-handandarmextendedupward.(c) Stopordecreasespeed-handandarmextendeddownward.(4) Apersonwhoviolatesthissectionisresponsibleforacivilinfraction.

Sec. 257.612 - Trafficcontrolsignals(1)Whentrafficiscontrolledbytrafficcontrolsignals…(c)(i)Vehiculartrafficfacingasteadyredsignalaloneshallstop(3) Apersonwhoviolatessubsection(1)or(2)isresponsiblefora

civilinfraction.

Sec. 257.671 - StopSigns (3) Apersonwhofailstoobeyastop,yield,ormergesignerected

pursuanttothissectionisresponsibleforacivilinfraction.

Sec. 257.662 - BicycleEquipment(1) Abicyclebeingoperatedonaroadwaybetween1/2houraftersunsetand1/2hourbeforesunriseshallbeequippedwithalamponthefrontwhichshallemitawhitelightvisiblefromadistanceofatleast500feettothefrontandwitharedreflectorontherearwhichshallbevisiblefromalldistancesfrom100feetto600feettotherearwhendirectlyinfrontoflawfullowerbeamsofheadlampsonamotorvehicle.Alampemittingaredlightvisiblefromadistanceof500feettotherearmaybeusedinadditiontotheredreflector.

For a complete list of Michigan bicycle laws visit: www.LMB.org

November 11/17 Wednesday WAYNE COUNTY BIKE THROUGH THE LIGHTSStart: WestlandDistance: 16K Fee: TBDWayne County Parks offers bike riders a chance to “Bike through the Lights” of the Wayne County Annual Lightfest. This is a point to point event and totals 16K.Wayne County Parks(734) 261-1990 | kfernley@co.wayne.mi.ushttp://waynecounty.com/mygovt/dps/depts/parks/

January 2011 1/1 Saturday FIRST DOZENStart: Dearborn Distance: 12 Fee: $10 / $12 DOEStart the New Year off right with a 12 mile ride through the streets of west Dearborn. Snacks and hot soup at the end of the ride.Cycling Saddlemen(313) 562-3318 | saddlemen@yahoo.comwww.saddlemen.org 1/1 Saturday FLYING RHINO POLAR RIDEStart: ClarkstonDistance: 16 Fee: $15 adults, $10 juniors & seniorsA beautiful winter wonderland ride on snow covered dirt roads over the rolling hills of North Oakland County. Registration will be available via our website.Flying Rhino Cycling Clubsecretary@flyingrhinocc.comwww.flyingr hinocc.com

1/23 Sunday WORST DAY OF THE YEAR RIDEStart: Ann ArborDistance: 6, 12, 20, 40 Fee: noneThe third weekend of January is notoriously the worst day so what else is there to do but ride!Wheels in Motion Cycling and Fitness(734) 971-2121 | wheelsinmotion3400@comcast.netwheelsinmotion.us

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Bike Advocacy & Education Toolkits

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BecomingaLMBmemberensuresthatfull-timebicycle-advocacyprofessionalsareprotectingyourinterests,keepingtheroadsopentobicyclists,andworkingtoeducategovernmentandthepublicaboutthebenefitsofcyclingandtherightsofbicyclists.MembershipalignsyouwithbicycliststhroughoutMichigantobecomepartofaproven,effective,grassrootsadvocacygroup.TherearehundredsofthousandsofbicyclistsinMichigan;andweallknowthereisgreaterstrengthinnumbers—especiallyifweallworktogether.Whetheryouarearacer,recreationalrider,mountainbiker,touristorcommuter,theLeagueofMichiganBicyclistsrepresentsyourrighttosafebicyclingconditions. LMB IS WORKING TOWARD:• Improved Facilities(bicyclelanes,pavedshoulders...)

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bike MS: GREAT LAKESBREAKAWAY RIDESACCEPT THE CHALLENGEWEST MICHIGAN - JUNE 12-13, 2010 // MID MICHIGAN - JULY 17-18, 2010 FALL BREAKAWAY - SEPTEMBER 11, 2010 // FRANKENMUTH - SEPTEMBER 25-26, 2010

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RIDEhelp create a world free of MS

This ticket entitles one firsT Time Bike ms cyclist to free reGisTrATionRegister online at www.bikemsmi.org or call 517 646 0807 • Discount code: MIGTTR10

TickeT To ride rules & reGulATions• Holder MUST be a first-time cyclist with Bike MS: Michigan Chapter• Holder is still responsible for raising the $250 pledge minimum• Ticket is good for ONE fREE REGISTRaTION• Ticket may only be used for non-registered cyclists. Refunds will not be given to

first-year cyclists who are already registered.

Phil Keoghan and team members, Team NO W-MS