Big, Busy Weekend!
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Saturday, 5/16. BELLEFONTAINE 400K. Bellefontaine. A flat 400K (250.4 miles) out of Bellefontaine! Probably the easiest double and a half century hosted in years (wind pending). Ohio Rando rides are rain or shine! Membership in RUSA (rusa.org) is required. Entry Deadline: May 14. Lighting and reflective gear are required and will be checked before the ride start! Reach out for more details. Ohio Randonneurs. Joshua Haley, (813) 850-9237. Web: http://ohiorandonneurs.org / Email: r...@ohiorandonneurs.org
Saturday, 5/16. GREENE COUNTY MORNING MILERS. Xenia. A morning ride along the county’s bike trails, meeting at 8:30 AM, starting at 9:00, finish around 11:00. These rides are not for the beginner skill level. They will include a mix of paved trails and road loops covering an average of 25-35 miles at 14-16 MPH over terrain ranging from flat to hilly. No registration is required – just show up! Helmet Required. Greene County Parks and Trails. 635 Dayton-Xenia Rd.; Xenia, OH 45385. (937) 562-6440. Email: gctrail...@gmail.com / Web: https://greenecountyoh.myrec.com/
Saturday, 5/16. 4th BRAKE THE CYCLE OF HOMELESSNESS TOUR. Findlay. This event raises critical support for the Mission’s programs and support offerings. Things start off bright and early with registration, plus coffee and snacks to get everyone energized, followed by a mass start. Flat to rolling routes of 9/19/37/62 miles are offered. Along the way, riders will find rest stops stocked with snacks, drinks, and smiling volunteers cheering. At the finish, stick around for a delicious cookout with burgers, hot dogs, and plenty of goodies to refuel and celebrate the ride. Grab the bike, bring friends, and make it an unforgettable day on the road! Findlay Mission. Sharon Wise; 510 W. Main Cross St.; Findlay, OH 45840. (419) 575-7671. Email: sharo...@findlaymission.org / Web: www.findlaymission.org
Saturday & Sunday, 5/16 & 5/17. 65th TOSRV: TOUR OF THE SCIOTO RIVER VALLEY. Chillicothe. This pioneering Ohio tour has been adapting to the times and will again be in a “festival format.” There will be two days of cycling loops, with multiple distance and difficulty options (25 to 200 miles) to meet any cyclist’s spring training needs. TOSRV’s spirit will be honored by utilizing the most popular segments of past events, and planners will now explore the best cycling-friendly roads and trails that surround Chillicothe. Full service tour. Tent, gym floor, trailer, and hotel options available. Columbus Outdoor Pursuits. 1193 S. Front St.; Columbus, OH 432206. (614) 442-7901. Web: http://www.outdoor-pursuits.org
Sunday, 5/17. 51st HUFFMAN SPRING CLASSIC. Brookville. A cycling celebration of spring! Don’t miss this out! Enjoy the beautiful quiet scenic roads of western Montgomery, southern Darke and Eastern Preble Counties. Choose from distances of approximately 32/50/70/100 flat to rolling miles. Included are snack stops, well marked routes, printed maps and cue sheets, RWGPS routes, SAG service, a delicious post ride lunch, and friendly volunteers. Entry Deadline: May 15. Dayton Cycling Club. Bob Hartman; 289 Wampler Ave.; Dayton, OH 45405. Web: http://daytoncyclinglcub.org
Sunday, 5/17. 4th BIKE BELMONT. Youngstown. A community-driven event held along the Belmont Avenue corridor in Youngstown, Ohio, on city routes of 5/12/32 flat to rolling miles. Organized through the broader neighborhood revitalization efforts of local leaders and community partners, the event blends recreation, economic development, and neighborhood pride into one visible, high-energy day. All registrations made by deadline will receive a $10 lunch voucher to be used at the food trucks present at the finish. Helmet Required. Rider Limit: 500. Entry Deadline: May 15. Building a Better Belmont. Jack Kravitz; 238 Broadway Ave.; Youngstown, OH 44504-1747. (330) 519-6875. Web: https://www.bikereg.com
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