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Ride Old Mission. Maybe Haserot. Start on east side.

Join me on a multi-day tour of NW Mich, originating from Elk Rapids and looping counter-clockwise through Gaylord, Mackinaw City and Petoskey. The route is 235 miles over 5 days (~50 per day), with approx 6300‘ of elevation gain overall. We‘ll follow a combination of secondary roads and rail trails that are either paved or crushed gravel. The plan is to spend 2 nights in campgrounds (tent camping), and 2 nights in motels. There will be numerous opportunities for water, restrooms & food along the way (see the Ride with GPS link for route details). Riders should be prepared for self-sufficiency, as there will not be SAG support - which means everything you need to sleep, wear, cook and fix any problems that might occur with your bike needs to be carried with you! Suitable campsites have been reserved at Otsego Lake and Wilderness State Park that will accommodate tents for up to 6 people. However, motel availability is limited (and going quickly as it‘s peak season!), so I highly encourage interested riders to call the following 2 motels and make a reservation ASAP: Night #1 (July 7th): Otsego Lake STATE Park campground (989)732-5485 Night #2 (July 8th): Best Western River Terrace in Cheboygan (231)627-5688 Night #3 (July 9th): Wilderness State Park (231)436-5381 Night #4 (July 10th): Americainn by Wyndham Petoskey (231)439-8000 Please RSVP if interested - feel free to email or call, or just to ask questions! I look forward to having some company along what promises to be a very interesting trip! Mar 14 update: A 2nd campsite at each of the campgrounds has been reserved, so there should be plenty of room! Clarification: Otsego Lake SP tent sites DO have electrical, and showers/lavatories are available nearby. Wilderness SP tent sites are "walk-in" and RUSTIC, meaning NO electrical or water at the campsites. Apr 7 update: Total cost for reserving 2 campsites at 2 state parks was $152. This will be split evenly at ride departure.

26 mile road ride from Betsie Valley Trail trailhead to Dreeszen‘s cottage on Lower Herring Lake for coffee, and return. Moderately hilly with 1,100 feet of elevation. A longer, faster ride will start in Honor with the same destination. Maps NOT provided. Please download or print map from the route link.

38 mile road ride from Maley Park in Honor to Dreeszen‘s cottage on Lower Herring Lake for coffee, and return. Hilly with 1,900 feet of elevation. A shorter, slower ride will start in Beulah with the same destination. Maps NOT provided. Please download or print map from the route link.

Ride the road and trail to Suttons Bay. Return TBD

Mountain Bike Skills for Intermediates

Mostly road with some TART; CW or CCW depending on the wind; ~1900 to 2100’ of elevation depending on route; ~46 to 48 miles; This is a B ride with faster riders welcome; regrouping at intersections; No Drop Ride; some alternate routes may be needed depending on chip/seal or other factors; 2 bathroom stops; No maps

Ride Old Mission crossing over at least once. 1 or 2 short stops. 40+ miles

Ride the roads of Leelanau county.

Join me on a multi-day tour of NW Mich, originating from Elk Rapids and looping counter-clockwise through Gaylord, Mackinaw City and Petoskey. The route is 235 miles over 5 days (~50 per day), with approx 6300‘ of elevation gain overall. We‘ll follow a combination of secondary roads and rail trails that are either paved or crushed gravel. The plan is to spend 2 nights in campgrounds (tent camping), and 2 nights in motels. There will be numerous opportunities for water, restrooms & food along the way (see the Ride with GPS link for route details). Riders should be prepared for self-sufficiency, as there will not be SAG support - which means everything you need to sleep, wear, cook and fix any problems that might occur with your bike needs to be carried with you! Suitable campsites have been reserved at Otsego Lake and Wilderness State Park that will accommodate tents for up to 6 people. However, motel availability is limited (and going quickly as it‘s peak season!), so I highly encourage interested riders to call the following 2 motels and make a reservation ASAP: Night #1 (July 7th): Otsego Lake STATE Park campground (989)732-5485 Night #2 (July 8th): Best Western River Terrace in Cheboygan (231)627-5688 Night #3 (July 9th): Wilderness State Park (231)436-5381 Night #4 (July 10th): Americainn by Wyndham Petoskey (231)439-8000 Please RSVP if interested - feel free to email or call, or just to ask questions! I look forward to having some company along what promises to be a very interesting trip! Mar 14 update: A 2nd campsite at each of the campgrounds has been reserved, so there should be plenty of room! Clarification: Otsego Lake SP tent sites DO have electrical, and showers/lavatories are available nearby. Wilderness SP tent sites are "walk-in" and RUSTIC, meaning NO electrical or water at the campsites. Apr 7 update: Total cost for reserving 2 campsites at 2 state parks was $152. This will be split evenly at ride departure.

Join me on a multi-day tour of NW Mich, originating from Elk Rapids and looping counter-clockwise through Gaylord, Mackinaw City and Petoskey. The route is 235 miles over 5 days (~50 per day), with approx 6300‘ of elevation gain overall. We‘ll follow a combination of secondary roads and rail trails that are either paved or crushed gravel. The plan is to spend 2 nights in campgrounds (tent camping), and 2 nights in motels. There will be numerous opportunities for water, restrooms & food along the way (see the Ride with GPS link for route details). Riders should be prepared for self-sufficiency, as there will not be SAG support - which means everything you need to sleep, wear, cook and fix any problems that might occur with your bike needs to be carried with you! Suitable campsites have been reserved at Otsego Lake and Wilderness State Park that will accommodate tents for up to 6 people. However, motel availability is limited (and going quickly as it‘s peak season!), so I highly encourage interested riders to call the following 2 motels and make a reservation ASAP: Night #1 (July 7th): Otsego Lake STATE Park campground (989)732-5485 Night #2 (July 8th): Best Western River Terrace in Cheboygan (231)627-5688 Night #3 (July 9th): Wilderness State Park (231)436-5381 Night #4 (July 10th): Americainn by Wyndham Petoskey (231)439-8000 Please RSVP if interested - feel free to email or call, or just to ask questions! I look forward to having some company along what promises to be a very interesting trip! Mar 14 update: A 2nd campsite at each of the campgrounds has been reserved, so there should be plenty of room! Clarification: Otsego Lake SP tent sites DO have electrical, and showers/lavatories are available nearby. Wilderness SP tent sites are "walk-in" and RUSTIC, meaning NO electrical or water at the campsites. Apr 7 update: Total cost for reserving 2 campsites at 2 state parks was $152. This will be split evenly at ride departure.

Traditional Old Mission ride starting at 9 am at East Bay Park. Many ride options from 10-41 miles. Coffee/snacks available at the Center Rd. Shell station and many more near ride start.

10-12 Miles Palmer Woods is an intermediate-flowing single-track trail with advanced optional sections. This is a no-drop ride

Join me on a multi-day tour of NW Mich, originating from Elk Rapids and looping counter-clockwise through Gaylord, Mackinaw City and Petoskey. The route is 235 miles over 5 days (~50 per day), with approx 6300‘ of elevation gain overall. We‘ll follow a combination of secondary roads and rail trails that are either paved or crushed gravel. The plan is to spend 2 nights in campgrounds (tent camping), and 2 nights in motels. There will be numerous opportunities for water, restrooms & food along the way (see the Ride with GPS link for route details). Riders should be prepared for self-sufficiency, as there will not be SAG support - which means everything you need to sleep, wear, cook and fix any problems that might occur with your bike needs to be carried with you! Suitable campsites have been reserved at Otsego Lake and Wilderness State Park that will accommodate tents for up to 6 people. However, motel availability is limited (and going quickly as it‘s peak season!), so I highly encourage interested riders to call the following 2 motels and make a reservation ASAP: Night #1 (July 7th): Otsego Lake STATE Park campground (989)732-5485 Night #2 (July 8th): Best Western River Terrace in Cheboygan (231)627-5688 Night #3 (July 9th): Wilderness State Park (231)436-5381 Night #4 (July 10th): Americainn by Wyndham Petoskey (231)439-8000 Please RSVP if interested - feel free to email or call, or just to ask questions! I look forward to having some company along what promises to be a very interesting trip! Mar 14 update: A 2nd campsite at each of the campgrounds has been reserved, so there should be plenty of room! Clarification: Otsego Lake SP tent sites DO have electrical, and showers/lavatories are available nearby. Wilderness SP tent sites are "walk-in" and RUSTIC, meaning NO electrical or water at the campsites. Apr 7 update: Total cost for reserving 2 campsites at 2 state parks was $152. This will be split evenly at ride departure.

Ride the roads of Leelanau county.

Ride out west side of peninsula. Do a loop or 2 and return on the east side. At least 1 bathroom stop.

Start and finish at Cherry Bend Park at the corner of Cherry Bend and Lincoln Roads. Parking lots around the Pavilion. Base ride 32 (see GPS route). Optional Lee Point/Stoney Point Loop for an extra 8-10 miles. Max. 42 miles. Stop at Chimoski Bakery on the north end of Suttons Bay for snacks and camaraderie, then ride the trail and/or southwest of downtown past the High School and pick up the trail to return back to Cherry Bend Park.

Join me on a multi-day tour of NW Mich, originating from Elk Rapids and looping counter-clockwise through Gaylord, Mackinaw City and Petoskey. The route is 235 miles over 5 days (~50 per day), with approx 6300‘ of elevation gain overall. We‘ll follow a combination of secondary roads and rail trails that are either paved or crushed gravel. The plan is to spend 2 nights in campgrounds (tent camping), and 2 nights in motels. There will be numerous opportunities for water, restrooms & food along the way (see the Ride with GPS link for route details). Riders should be prepared for self-sufficiency, as there will not be SAG support - which means everything you need to sleep, wear, cook and fix any problems that might occur with your bike needs to be carried with you! Suitable campsites have been reserved at Otsego Lake and Wilderness State Park that will accommodate tents for up to 6 people. However, motel availability is limited (and going quickly as it‘s peak season!), so I highly encourage interested riders to call the following 2 motels and make a reservation ASAP: Night #1 (July 7th): Otsego Lake STATE Park campground (989)732-5485 Night #2 (July 8th): Best Western River Terrace in Cheboygan (231)627-5688 Night #3 (July 9th): Wilderness State Park (231)436-5381 Night #4 (July 10th): Americainn by Wyndham Petoskey (231)439-8000 Please RSVP if interested - feel free to email or call, or just to ask questions! I look forward to having some company along what promises to be a very interesting trip! Mar 14 update: A 2nd campsite at each of the campgrounds has been reserved, so there should be plenty of room! Clarification: Otsego Lake SP tent sites DO have electrical, and showers/lavatories are available nearby. Wilderness SP tent sites are "walk-in" and RUSTIC, meaning NO electrical or water at the campsites. Apr 7 update: Total cost for reserving 2 campsites at 2 state parks was $152. This will be split evenly at ride departure.

This is an invitation-only road/trail ride, targeted at new members to the club. Its purpose is to provide an introduction to riding with the Cherry Capital Cycling Club, and to answer any questions new riders might have. Rides will originate from Cherry Bend Park (see link), and follow the Leelanau trail to Suttons Bay for light refreshments, before returning. The goal is for all members to be comfortable determining which club rides best suit their interests and abilities.

Info on ride to be posted at a later date