Itching to Ride?

[Calendar Editor]

Itching to get out? Scratch that itch with these rides coming up this weekend:

Saturday, 5/24. OHIO HONOR RIDE. New Albany. Routes cover 11/37/72 rolling miles with fully-supported rest stops and lunch at the finish for all participants. Funds raised through the event allow Project Hero to help injured and ill veterans achieve hope, recovery, and resilience through cycling. Project Hero. Hanna Smith; 3288 Adams Ave. Ste. 16527; San Diego, CA 92176. (619) 738-2210. Web: CLICK HERE FOR HONOR RIDE

Sunday, 5/25. 11^th FALLSQUEST MAP RACE. Cuyahoga Falls. A different kind of race that involves thinking as well as endurance. Search for 68 locations marked on a map of Cuyahoga Falls. Only a few streets are labeled, so stay aware of where you are! Answer a simple question at each checkpoint (e.g., house number of a home with a bigfoot statue in the front yard).  Participants generally cover 6 to 24 miles! Mostly flat with a few good hills. Participants are allowed three hours if on a bike and four hours if they are running. Singles or teams. Helmet required. Entry Deadline: May 21. Northeastern Ohio Orienteering. Bob Boltz: (330) 928-8635. Email: falls...@gmail.com / Online entry at https://neooc.com/

Sunday, 5/25. 51^st MOC: MID-OHIO CENTURY. Delaware. Covering 35/65/100 flat miles, there isn’t much elevation change in this area of Ohio, so expect easy-riding terrain, and many lush mid-summer crops in all directions. Depending on the distance selected, pass through towns such as Prospect, Marion, and Waldo with numerous food options. Riders are responsible for their food and water, all maps will have guidance on other nourishment options. A ride leader will be present at the start and will be sweeping the routes. Columbus Outdoor Pursuits. 1193 S. Front Street; Columbus, OH 43206. (614) 442-7901. Email: eve...@outdoor-pursuits.org / Web: http://outdoor-pursuits.org

Sunday, 5/25. 18^th WHEELING HERITAGE TRAIL BICYCLE TOUR. Wheeling, W.Va. Follow the paved trail with a few sections of city street on routes of 6/31/62 rolling to very hilly miles. The hilly, distance ride travels through Bethany, and West Liberty, West Virginia with sag support. This tour is scenic and peaceful, with music and food trucks available after the ride, as part of a larger Wellness Weekend. Water and support provided. Ohio Valley Trail Partners. Quick Service Bicycle Shop; 701 N. Lincoln Ave.; Bridgeport, OH 43912. (740) 635-3700. Web: www.ohiovalleytrailpartners.com

Thursday, 5/29. ERNIE’S 2025 BREW TOUR. Various, Northeast Ohio. Ernie’s Bicycle Shops. Molly Lehman: (330) 832-5111. Email: mo...@erniesbikeshop.com Web: www.erniesbikeshop.com/events

Be sure to visit our website so you can look ahead for rides of interest. Some have advance entry deadlines you won't want to miss!

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James Guilford, Editor

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