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Dubuque Bicycle Club
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Note: All About Town rides on Tuesday nights in May, June, July, and August are held in Iowa on even-numbered days and are held in Wisconsin on odd-numbered days. All About Town rides on Tuesday nights in March, April, September, and October are always held in Iowa.
Also note: There are regular Thursday afternoon bike rides starting at 1:15 p.m. sharp from the former Point Restaurant parking lot (2370 Rhomberg Ave., just south of the intersection of Hawthorne St. and Rhomberg, close to Eagle Point Park and the dam). These rides are generally 50 to 70 miles in length, and are held year-round, conditions permitting. For more information, please contact Ken Buesing.
Also also note: There are regular Thursday evening bike rides starting at Trackside Bar & Grill (709 Peosta St. (County Y21) in Peosta, IA) at about 5:30 p.m. during the summer months. These rides are approximately 20 miles in length.
Heritage Trail trailhead (just north of Dyersville, IA on Hwy. 136)
Shamrock Ride.
A traditional season-opener. If the weather is nice, a bunch of us typically arrange to ride out from Dubuque to Dyersville, and hitch a ride back in the evening. Trackside Bar & Grill (709 Peosta St. (County Y21) in Peosta, IA)
All About Town Ride.
This is an early-season social-paced ride of about 20 miles at 14 mph or so, with occasional regrouping so that nobody gets lost. The exact route is decided upon at the time of the ride, based upon who shows up and how fast they want to go.Trackside Bar & Grill (709 Peosta St. (County Y21) in Peosta, IA)
All About Town Ride.
This is an early-season social-paced ride of about 20 miles at 14 mph or so, with occasional regrouping so that nobody gets lost. The exact route is decided upon at the time of the ride, based upon who shows up and how fast they want to go. Trackside Bar & Grill (709 Peosta St. (County Y21) in Peosta, IA)
All About Town Ride.
This is an early-season social-paced ride of about 20 miles at 14 mph or so, with occasional regrouping so that nobody gets lost. The exact route is decided upon at the time of the ride, based upon who shows up and how fast they want to go. Wisconsin Welcome Center (at the intersection of U.S. 61-151 and Wisc. 35 east of the Iowa-Wisconsin bridge)
Hazel Green Ride.
Although we typically have weekend rides whenever it's halfways nice out, this is traditionally our first official long weekend ride of the year. Time to get the dust off the saddle! Trackside Bar & Grill (709 Peosta St. (County Y21) in Peosta, IA)
All About Town Ride.
This is an early-season social-paced ride of about 20 miles at 14 mph or so, with occasional regrouping so that nobody gets lost. The exact route is decided upon at the time of the ride, based upon who shows up and how fast they want to go.TBA
Dubuque City-Wide Garage Sale Ride.
Meeting time and place TBA, but the basic format is to participate in the Dubuque City-Wide Garage Sale on bike! If you have a touring bike with panniers, bring it and haul it. If you have a bike trailer, bring it and haul it. As most anybody who rides in the Dubuque area knows, garage sales and biking go together very well. Trackside Bar & Grill (709 Peosta St. (County Y21) in Peosta, IA)
All About Town Ride.
This is an early-season social-paced ride of about 20 miles at 14 mph or so, with occasional regrouping so that nobody gets lost. The exact route is decided upon at the time of the ride, based upon who shows up and how fast they want to go. Asbury Hy-Vee (Northwest corner of Asbury Rd. and the Northwest Arterial)
Tailwind Ride.
Held on the traditional Cinco de Mayo holiday (observed). We go wherever the wind takes us, load up the bikes when we've had enough, and head back to Dubuque by bus. Cost of the bus ride will depend on the actual gas price at the time of the ride. For more information, call Paul or Deb at (563) 588-9544, or e-mail them.2 May (Saturday)
Elizabeth, IL
Wisconsin Welcome Center (at the intersection of U.S. 61-151 and Wisc. 35 east of the Iowa-Wisconsin bridge)
All About Town Ride.
This is a social-paced ride of about 20 to 30 miles at 14 mph or so, with occasional regrouping so that nobody gets lost. The exact route is decided upon at the time of the ride, based upon who shows up and how fast they want to go. TBA
Pedals for Progress drive.
Dig out your old bikes to donate. This organization will ship them overseas to those in need. More details to follow.Trackside Bar & Grill (709 Peosta St. (County Y21) in Peosta, IA)
All About Town Ride.
This is a social-paced ride of about 20 to 30 miles at 14 mph or so, with occasional regrouping so that nobody gets lost. The exact route is decided upon at the time of the ride, based upon who shows up and how fast they want to go. For those who want more miles, there is an alternate starting point at the Eagles Club in Asbury (5900 Saratoga Rd.) at 5:30 p.m.Cabela's, Prairie du Chien, WI (just north of town on Hwy. 35); Dubuque meeting place TBA
GARR (Great Alternate River Ride).
This year, GARR will be held in place of the Marquette Ride. (Or you can think of this as the northern wing of the Marquette Ride, since Marquette, IA is on the route.) GARR starts at Cabela's north of Prairie du Chien, WI at 9:00AM. We will bike north toward La Crosse, stopping in all the quaint little towns along the beautiful Mississippi route. This first day the route is virtually flat and will be about 60 to 65 miles. We will overnight in La Crosse with an evening dinner in downtown La Crosse. Sunday we will cross the bridge into MN and head south through MN and Iowa until we arrive back in Prairie du Chien. On Sunday, the route is flat until we get to Lansing, IA. Then you will have the chance to do some climbing before coasting back down into Marquette and back across the bridge into Prairie. There will be sag support and luggage transport on this ride. Fees and carpool meeting place in Dubuque TBA. For more information, call Paul or Deb at (563) 588-9544, or e-mail them.Wisconsin Welcome Center (at the intersection of U.S. 61-151 and Wisc. 35 east of the Iowa-Wisconsin bridge)
All About Town Ride.
This is a social-paced ride of about 20 to 30 miles at 14 mph or so, with occasional regrouping so that nobody gets lost. The exact route is decided upon at the time of the ride, based upon who shows up and how fast they want to go.Trackside Bar & Grill (709 Peosta St. (County Y21) in Peosta, IA)
All About Town Ride.
This is a social-paced ride of about 20 to 30 miles at 14 mph or so, with occasional regrouping so that nobody gets lost. The exact route is decided upon at the time of the ride, based upon who shows up and how fast they want to go. For those who want more miles, there is an alternate starting point at the Eagles Club in Asbury (5900 Saratoga Rd.) at 5:30 p.m.Trackside Bar & Grill (709 Peosta St. (County Y21) in Peosta, IA)
All About Town Ride.
This is a social-paced ride of about 20 to 30 miles at 14 mph or so, with occasional regrouping so that nobody gets lost. The exact route is decided upon at the time of the ride, based upon who shows up and how fast they want to go. For those who want more miles, there is an alternate starting point at the Eagles Club in Asbury (5900 Saratoga Rd.) at 5:30 p.m.Yardarm, Dubuque Marina at the south end of Hawthorne St. on the river
Jules Hansel Classic (first annual).
This will be a "classic Jules Hansel route" ridden in memory of our biking/waterskiing/all-around great friend. We'll stop in Hazel Green for lunch and have a round or two at the end, as usual. Approximately 50-55 miles.Wisconsin Welcome Center (at the intersection of U.S. 61-151 and Wisc. 35 east of the Iowa-Wisconsin bridge)
All About Town Ride.
This is a social-paced ride of about 20 to 30 miles at 14 mph or so, with occasional regrouping so that nobody gets lost. The exact route is decided upon at the time of the ride, based upon who shows up and how fast they want to go.Asbury Park in Asbury (Asbury Rd. at Spring Green)
First DBC Picnic of 2009.
Social time starts at 6, with the meal at 6:30. We provide the meat, you provide the side dishes, beverages, and table service.Scott Community College, Belmont Rd. in Bettendorf, IA
This is a long-running and highly successful ride done by our friends at the Quad Cities Bicycle Club. A very challenging and beautiful ride (about 106 miles the first day and 85 miles the second day). If you haven't done it before, go give it a try!
Trackside Bar & Grill (709 Peosta St. (County Y21) in Peosta, IA)
All About Town Ride.
This is a social-paced ride of about 20 to 30 miles at 14 mph or so, with occasional regrouping so that nobody gets lost. The exact route is decided upon at the time of the ride, based upon who shows up and how fast they want to go. For those who want more miles, there is an alternate starting point at the Eagles Club in Asbury (5900 Saratoga Rd.) at 5:30 p.m.Spring Green, WI
This is a weeklong ride that many of our club members have done through the years. And no, that's not a misprint, this year the meeting point is Spring Green and not the traditional meeting point at Prairie du Chien. This year we spend an extra day in the Northwoods and finish before hitting the real hills.
Wisconsin Welcome Center (at the intersection of U.S. 61-151 and Wisc. 35 east of the Iowa-Wisconsin bridge)
All About Town Ride.
This is a social-paced ride of about 20 to 30 miles at 14 mph or so, with occasional regrouping so that nobody gets lost. The exact route is decided upon at the time of the ride, based upon who shows up and how fast they want to go.Marinette High School, 2135 Pierce Avenue, Marinette, WI (NE Wisconsin at the Michigan border, on Green Bay)
Bay Area Medical Center (BAMC) Menominee River Century Ride 2009.
I haven't done this ride, but I've been up that way a few times and it sounds like a good time. Your choice of four routes of different lengths, up to 120 km. More info at www.mrcride.com.Trackside Bar & Grill (709 Peosta St. (County Y21) in Peosta, IA)
All About Town Ride.
This is a social-paced ride of about 20 to 30 miles at 14 mph or so, with occasional regrouping so that nobody gets lost. The exact route is decided upon at the time of the ride, based upon who shows up and how fast they want to go. For those who want more miles, there is an alternate starting point at the Eagles Club in Asbury (5900 Saratoga Rd.) at 5:30 p.m.Wisconsin Welcome Center (at the intersection of U.S. 61-151 and Wisc. 35 east of the Iowa-Wisconsin bridge)
Shullsburg Ride.
This is a very popular ride through some scenic country. The basic route is 70 miles. We go through Georgetown and Cuba City and have lunch in Shullsburg. The return trip then goes through New Diggings and Hazel Green. It's a good time, and good training for RAGBRAI.Wisconsin Welcome Center (at the intersection of U.S. 61-151 and Wisc. 35 east of the Iowa-Wisconsin bridge)
All About Town Ride.
This is a social-paced ride of about 20 to 30 miles at 14 mph or so, with occasional regrouping so that nobody gets lost. The exact route is decided upon at the time of the ride, based upon who shows up and how fast they want to go.Asbury Park in Asbury (Asbury Rd. at Spring Green)
Pre-RAGBRAI Picnic.
Social time starts at 6, with the meal at 6:30. You can't know what RAGBRAI's like until you do it, but you can ask how you can prepare for it! Same deal as last time (we provide the meat, you provide the side dishes, beverages, and table service).DuTrac Credit Union (3465 Asbury Rd., just west of JFK)
Annual Harold Hoeweler Memorial Pre-RAGBRAI Ride.
Your last chance for long-distance RAGBRAI training before the real thing! Our route will take us through Sherill, Balltown, and Farley before we return to Dubuque on Old Highway. About 60 miles total. This year we shifted this ride to Saturday from Sunday to ensure that we have a place to stop for lunch. See you there!Trackside Bar & Grill (709 Peosta St. (County Y21) in Peosta, IA)
All About Town Ride.
Our last ride before packing up to leave for RAGBRAI! This is a social-paced ride of about 20 to 30 miles at 14 mph or so, with occasional regrouping so that nobody gets lost. The exact route is decided upon at the time of the ride, based upon who shows up and how fast they want to go. For those who want more miles, there is an alternate starting point at the Eagles Club in Asbury (5900 Saratoga Rd.) at 5:30 p.m.Econofoods, 3355 John F Kennedy Rd (about one mile north of the intersection of US 20 and JFK on the west side of town)
Load for RAGBRAI.
Econofoods, 3355 John F Kennedy Rd (about one mile north of the intersection of US 20 and JFK on the west side of town)
Leave for RAGBRAI.
We'll meet at 6:00 a.m. to leave no later than 7:00 a.m. Council Bluffs, IA to Burlington, IA
Wisconsin Welcome Center (at the intersection of U.S. 61-151 and Wisc. 35 east of the Iowa-Wisconsin bridge)
All About Town Ride.
This is a social-paced ride of about 20 to 30 miles at 14 mph or so, with occasional regrouping so that nobody gets lost. The exact route is decided upon at the time of the ride, based upon who shows up and how fast they want to go.Trackside Bar & Grill (709 Peosta St. (County Y21) in Peosta, IA)
All About Town Ride.
This is a social-paced ride of about 20 to 30 miles at 14 mph or so, with occasional regrouping so that nobody gets lost. The exact route is decided upon at the time of the ride, based upon who shows up and how fast they want to go. For those who want more miles, there is an alternate starting point at the Eagles Club in Asbury (5900 Saratoga Rd.) at 5:30 p.m.Kewaskum, WI
This is Wisconsin's oldest cross-state ride. This year, the ride starts in Marinette and meanders along the Lake Michigan shoreline through Door County before heading south to Kewaskum.
Trackside Bar & Grill (709 Peosta St. (County Y21) in Peosta, IA)
Full Moon Ride.
We'll meet at Trackside for their regular taco special, and then we'll enjoy the evening with a moonlit ride. A white headlight and a red taillight are required by law. We'll have frequent regrouping to ensure that nobody gets lost. Wisconsin Welcome Center (at the intersection of U.S. 61-151 and Wisc. 35 east of the Iowa-Wisconsin bridge)
All About Town Ride.
This is a social-paced ride of about 20 to 30 miles at 14 mph or so, with occasional regrouping so that nobody gets lost. The exact route is decided upon at the time of the ride, based upon who shows up and how fast they want to go.Asbury Park in Asbury (Asbury Rd. at Spring Green)
Last DBC Picnic of 2009.
Social time starts at 6, with the meal at 6:30. Here's where you can bring your RAGBRAI memories (some of the photos can stay home, though). Same deal as last time (we provide the meat, you provide the side dishes, beverages, and table service).Trackside Bar & Grill (709 Peosta St. (County Y21) in Peosta, IA)
All About Town Ride.
This is a social-paced ride of about 20 to 30 miles at 14 mph or so, with occasional regrouping so that nobody gets lost. The exact route is decided upon at the time of the ride, based upon who shows up and how fast they want to go. For those who want more miles, there is an alternate starting point at the Eagles Club in Asbury (5900 Saratoga Rd.) at 5:30 p.m.TBA
Tour De Dubuque (Hospice Ride).
This benefit ride is held in conjunction with the Custom Riders motorcycle club. All pledges gathered will go to Hospice of Dubuque. More details to follow.Wisconsin Welcome Center (at the intersection of U.S. 61-151 and Wisc. 35 east of the Iowa-Wisconsin bridge)
All About Town Ride.
This is a social-paced ride of about 20 to 30 miles at 14 mph or so, with occasional regrouping so that nobody gets lost. The exact route is decided upon at the time of the ride, based upon who shows up and how fast they want to go. This is the last AAT ride into Wisconsin for the year, so don't miss the fun!Trackside Bar & Grill (709 Peosta St. (County Y21) in Peosta, IA)
All About Town Ride.
Just a reminder, we're getting back into the early rides again. This is a social-paced ride of about 20 to 30 miles at 14 mph or so, with occasional regrouping so that nobody gets lost. The exact route is decided upon at the time of the ride, based upon who shows up and how fast they want to go.Tyrol Basin (on Bohn Road just off County JG west of Mount Horeb, WI)
Wright Stuff Century (a.k.a. "Mount Horrible Ride").
This is a ride sponsored by the Bombay Bicycle Club in Madison, WI. This ride winds through scenic western Dane County and northern Iowa County in Wisconsin. There are 30, 60, and 100 mile routes available with sag stops, sag support, and a spaghetti dinner included. Trackside Bar & Grill (709 Peosta St. (County Y21) in Peosta, IA)
All About Town Ride.
This is a social-paced ride of about 20 to 30 miles at 14 mph or so, with occasional regrouping so that nobody gets lost. The exact route is decided upon at the time of the ride, based upon who shows up and how fast they want to go.Trackside Bar & Grill (709 Peosta St. (County Y21) in Peosta, IA)
All About Town Ride.
This is a social-paced ride of about 20 to 30 miles at 14 mph or so, with occasional regrouping so that nobody gets lost. The exact route is decided upon at the time of the ride, based upon who shows up and how fast they want to go.Trackside Bar & Grill (709 Peosta St. (County Y21) in Peosta, IA)
Dick & Gayle’s Jalapeno Ride.
Here's an event that will include as much riding as you can want and as much socializing, frivolity, and fun as you can stand. (Though you might want to get a head start on the riding part before you get to the Trackside, as the socializing, frivolity, and fun will be top priority once you get there.)19 September (Saturday)
Trackside Bar & Grill (709 Peosta St. (County Y21) in Peosta, IA)
OktoberFest 100k Bike Race.
Here's a relatively new event in the Tri-State area, a bike race through the hills and bluffs around Potosi. This event is sponsored by the Potosi Brewery, a relatively new attraction in the Tri-State area. (Or an attraction as old as any in the area, depending on how you look at it.) For more information, see the Potosi Brewery web site.Trackside Bar & Grill (709 Peosta St. (County Y21) in Peosta, IA)
All About Town Ride.
This is a social-paced ride of about 20 to 30 miles at 14 mph or so, with occasional regrouping so that nobody gets lost. The exact route is decided upon at the time of the ride, based upon who shows up and how fast they want to go.Trackside Bar & Grill (709 Peosta St. (County Y21) in Peosta, IA)
All About Town Ride.
This is a social-paced ride of about 20 to 30 miles at 14 mph or so, with occasional regrouping so that nobody gets lost. The exact route is decided upon at the time of the ride, based upon who shows up and how fast they want to go.Trackside Bar & Grill (709 Peosta St. (County Y21) in Peosta, IA)
All About Town Ride.
Just a reminder, we're rolling back the time again to 5:00 pm. This is a social-paced ride of about 20 to 30 miles at 14 mph or so, with occasional regrouping so that nobody gets lost. The exact route is decided upon at the time of the ride, based upon who shows up and how fast they want to go. Wisconsin Welcome Center (at the intersection of U.S. 61-151 and Wisc. 35 east of the Iowa-Wisconsin bridge)
Fall Colors Ride.
This is the last official long weekend bike ride of the year, and has always been a good, fun ride. The Fall Colors Ride this year will travel to the Tennyson/Potosi area. It's about a 65-miles round trip. Hopefully there will be some beautiful color out by that time. Trackside Bar & Grill (709 Peosta St. (County Y21) in Peosta, IA)
All About Town Ride.
This is a social-paced ride of about 20 to 30 miles at 14 mph or so, with occasional regrouping so that nobody gets lost. The exact route is decided upon at the time of the ride, based upon who shows up and how fast they want to go. TBA
Bowtie Ride.
The basic format is to set up base in a town some distance away from Dubuque and do some loops out of that town. Might have an evening ride on Friday, and then some 60-mile loops on Saturday and Sunday. For more information, contact Ken Buesing.Trackside Bar & Grill (709 Peosta St. (County Y21) in Peosta, IA)
All About Town Ride.
This is a social-paced ride of about 20 to 30 miles at 14 mph or so, with occasional regrouping so that nobody gets lost. The exact route is decided upon at the time of the ride, based upon who shows up and how fast they want to go. Trackside Bar & Grill (709 Peosta St. (County Y21) in Peosta, IA)
All About Town Ride.
Last official All About Town ride for the year! This is a social-paced ride of about 20 to 30 miles at 14 mph or so, with occasional regrouping so that nobody gets lost. The exact route is decided upon at the time of the ride, based upon who shows up and how fast they want to go. TBA
Annual Fall Potluck.
Social time starts at 6, with the meal at 6:30. Meeting after the dinner. We provide the meat, you provide the side dishes, beverages, and table service.Dog House Lounge (Asbury at University in Dubuque)
Mark Your Mileage/Christmas Ride.
Dress warm! We will be biking a undetermined number of miles (>= 0) and then return to the Dog House to disclose our mileage for the year. NOTE: There are various roads on which we ride that may be under construction this summer. Therefore, ALL routes are tentative and subject to change!!!! Please be aware of this. We will try to keep you updated on any changes.
Last revised Monday, March 2, 2009
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