Location: Goodwill Industries, 909 E Broadway, Louisville, KY 40204

Class 1 begins on Wednesday April 22nd at 6:00PM EST for the following dates:

Week 1 - Bike basics - bike/helmet fit; traffic laws; ABC Quick Check.

Week 2 - Gearing/shifting; lane positioning; parking lot drills.

Week 3 - Five layers of safety; riding in groups; parking lot drills.

Week 4 - Tools & basic repairs; tire changing.

Week 5 - Nutrition/hydration/clothing; parking lot drills. Evaluations & Presentation of Tech T-shirt.

These classes are offered to the public at no charge (FREE!) thanks to our sponsors Clarksville Schwinn, Middle of Town Cycling, The League of American Bicyclist, and Road ID. There are 3 clinics to choose from in various communities around Kentuckiana, each with 5 classes.

Riders who complete all 5 classes of a New Rider Clinic will receive a free Louisville Bicycle Club tech t-shirt and a one-year membership in the Louisville Bicycle Club. You may attend as many times as spots are available, however the free tech t-shirt and membership are only given once.

Each class includes the following:

• One hour of instruction by seasoned riders followed by practice on your bike.

• An easy, 5 to 10 mile “practice” ride with traffic, signals, stop signs, lights, busy roads, park roads, and subdivision streets.
• Class participants are split into smaller groups of similar ability with instructors in the front and rear of each group for the ride. Individual instruction/assistance is provided if needed.
• Rest stops if and when needed – no one gets dropped or left behind.
• Follow-up discussion and evaluation after the rides.
• Take-home educational material provided to all participants.

Each Clinic has 5 classes. Topics to be covered include:

1. Bike basics - bike/helmet fit; traffic laws; ABC Quick Check.
2. Gearing/shifting; lane positioning; parking lot drills.
3. Five layers of safety; riding in groups; parking lot drills.
4. Tools & basic repairs; tire changing. You will receive a free set of tire levers thanks to our sponsor Middle of Town Cycling.
5. Nutrition/hydration/clothing; parking lot drills. Evaluations & Presentation of Tech T-shirt.

How to Participate in the New Rider & Bike Handling Classes

Step 1: Click the link here to the Louisville Bicycling Club and the League of American Bicycling Smart Cycling/Traffic Skills 101 Course Release Form. Print it out, complete the form including your signature, and bring it with you to the first class of the session. Additionally make sure you bring your bike and bike helmet to each class.

Step 2: You MUST complete this online registration for one of our clinic locations. All clinics are limited to 35 registrants.

Thank you to our sponsors: Clarksville Schwinn, League of American Bicyclists, Bike Louisville and Middle of Town Cycling

Ride: Bike to Work Day - Five Kentuckiana Locations

Starting Location: 

• Shawnee Park - 4501 W Broadway, Louisville, KY 40211
• Iroquois Park - 2120 Rundill Rd, Louisville, KY 40214
• George Rogers Clark Park - 
1024 Thruston Ave, Louisville, KY 40217
• Seneca Park - 3102 Pee Wee Reese, Louisville, KY 40207
• Big Four Station in Indiana - 281 Pearl St, Jeffersonville, IN 47130

Route Distance: Distances will vary

Route Description: 

Bike Louisville and the Louisville Bicycle Club are partnering once again to support National Bike to Work Day on Friday, May 15th. Several starting locations across the city will help cyclists make the journey downtown and celebrate this annual national tradition.

There will be five start points throughout the Kentuckiana region: Iroquois Park, Seneca Park, Big Four Station in Jeffersonville, George Rogers Clark Park, and Shawnee Park.

We had a great time supporting this event last year, and we’re excited to be part of it again. Each ride will meet at 7:00 AM and roll out at 7:30 AM, making its way downtown. Bike Louisville will welcome riders with Heine Brothers Coffee, donuts, and prize giveaways at the finish.

We’re looking for volunteers to help captain each ride location.

Volunteer opportunities are listed at: https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/volunteer

For questions, reach out to David Frey at President@LouisvilleBicycleClub.org

Surface Type: Road

Ride with GPS Route: 

• Shawnee Park - To Come
• Iroquois Park - To Come
• George Rogers Clark Park - 
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46736651
• Seneca Park - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46736807

LBC Ride Credit: Yes

Ride Captain:

• Shawnee Park - Dominic Wasserzug - Thomas Nance
• Iroquois Park - Steven Puckett - Mark Alford
• George Rogers Clark Park - Erik Helton - Susan and John Pyron
• Seneca Park - Steven Sarson - Phil Mattingly

For the most up-to-date ride details, please refer to the Louisville Bicycle Club Ride and Event Schedule:

👉 https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/rideschedule 

Ride Details

• Official Start Time and Location: See the LBC Ride and Event Schedule: (https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/rideschedule)
• Surface: Road
• Ride Description, Distance, Elevation Gain and Ride with GPS Link: See the LBC Ride and Event Schedule (https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/rideschedule)
• LBC Ride Credit: Yes
• Ride Captain: Dee Schreur

This is a free event as part of the Louisville Bicycle Club Mad Dog Ride Series.

Support the Club

To join and support the Louisville Bicycle Club, visit:

👉 https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/membership

Membership includes added benefits such as discounts at local retailers and cycling events.

Important Notes

• This is a self-supported ride — no SAG vehicles will be available.
• Riders should carry cash, nutrition, and basic repair supplies.
• Store stops and lunch stops will be noted on the route.
• A ride captain will sweep the route at the posted pace. If no pace is listed, the captain will sweep all riders.

Register Here: https://bit.ly/3steeples

Come enjoy a scenic bike ride through the rolling hills in beautiful Floyds Knobs, Indiana with awesome SAGs including home-made snacks and fresh strawberries from a local farmer in the Starlight area. Register by Tuesday, April 28th to guarantee a dri-fit shirt.

Online registrations accepted through Thursday, May 14th.

The 26-mile, 40-mile (new this year), and 50-mile rides will start at 8:30 AM with the family 5.5-mile ride to start at 9:30 AM. We will have a fun family SAG on the 5.5-mile ride.

Price is just $50 for adults and $35 for youngsters under 12 years old if registered before Thursday, May 14th. Registration is available day of ride on site at 7:30 am, cash only. Price for adults will be $60 and for youngsters under 12 years old price will be $45. All proceeds go to support St. Mary of the Knobs School and Ministries.

Thanks to our sponsor, Pacers and Racers Running/Walking Store, all participants registered by noon on Friday, February 27th will be included in a drawing for a $50 gift card for Pacers and Racers. Then, there will be another drawing for a $50 gift card to Pacers and Racers for all participants registered by noon on Tuesday, April 28th. So, be sure to sign-up early to be included in the drawings and to receive a dri-fit shirt!

Register today and forward this e-mail to your friends and family as you don't want them to miss this ride. Look forward to seeing you all in May!

The GPS mapped routes for the rides are as follows: (created using RideWithGPS)

5.5-mile route:  TO COME

26-mile route:  TO COME

40-mile route: TO COME

50-mile route:  TO COME

LBC Ride Credit: Yes

LBC Ride Captain: Erik Helton

Ride: Bike to Beat Cancer Kickoff Ride

Ride Distance: 15 miles

Ride Terrain & Pace: 3C

Elevation Gain: 752 ft. 

Surface Type: Road

Starting Location: Norton Cancer Institue Brownsboro - 4955 Norton Healthcare Blvd, Louisville, KY 40241

Route Description: Come out and support the Bike to Beat Cancer—a short route by the Norton Cancer Institute Brownsboro around the area. 

For more information visit - https://p2p.onecause.com/biketobeatcancer/page/training 

or the Facebook Event - https://www.facebook.com/events/1212633280577745

Ride with GPS Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50749080

LBC Ride Credit: Yes

Ride Captain: Erik Helton - 502.759.7234

Interested in joining the Louisville Bicycle Club's Bike to Beat Cancer team?  Click HERE to join. 

Location: Middle of Town Cycling - 2140 Gardiner Ln, Louisville, KY 40205

Class 2 begins on Sunday June 22nd at 3:00PM EST for the following dates:

Week 1 - Bike basics - bike/helmet fit; traffic laws; ABC Quick Check.

Week 2 - Gearing/shifting; lane positioning; parking lot drills.

Week 3 - Five layers of safety; riding in groups; parking lot drills.

Week 4 - Tools & basic repairs; tire changing.

Week 5 - Nutrition/hydration/clothing; parking lot drills. Evaluations & Presentation of Tech T-shirt.

These classes are offered to the public at no charge (FREE!) thanks to our sponsors Baptist Health, Bike Louisville, Clarksville Schwinn, Middle of Town Cycling, The League of American Bicyclist, and Road ID. There are 3 clinics to choose from in various communities around Kentuckiana, each with 5 classes.

Riders who complete all 5 classes of a New Rider Clinic will receive a free Louisville Bicycle Club tech t-shirt and a one-year membership in the Louisville Bicycle Club. You may attend as many times as spots are available, however the free tech t-shirt and membership are only given once.

Each class includes the following:

• One hour of instruction by seasoned riders followed by practice on your bike.

• An easy, 5 to 10 mile “practice” ride with traffic, signals, stop signs, lights, busy roads, park roads, and subdivision streets.
• Class participants are split into smaller groups of similar ability with instructors in the front and rear of each group for the ride. Individual instruction/assistance is provided if needed.
• Rest stops if and when needed – no one gets dropped or left behind.
• Follow-up discussion and evaluation after the rides.
• Take-home educational material provided to all participants.

Each Clinic has 5 classes. Topics to be covered include:

1. Bike basics - bike/helmet fit; traffic laws; ABC Quick Check.
2. Gearing/shifting; lane positioning; parking lot drills.
3. Five layers of safety; riding in groups; parking lot drills.
4. Tools & basic repairs; tire changing. You will receive a free set of tire levers thanks to our sponsor Middle of Town Cycling.
5. Nutrition/hydration/clothing; parking lot drills. Evaluations & Presentation of Tech T-shirt.

How to Participate in the New Rider & Bike Handling Classes

Step 1: Click the link here to the Louisville Bicycling Club and the League of American Bicycling Smart Cycling/Traffic Skills 101 Course Release Form. Print it out, complete the form including your signature, and bring it with you to the first class of the session. Additionally make sure you bring your bike and bike helmet to each class.

Step 2: You MUST complete this online registration for one of our clinic locations. All clinics are limited to 35 registrants.

Thank you to our sponsors: Baptist Health, Clarksville Schwinn, League of American Bicyclists, Bike Louisville and Middle of Town Cycling

David Milton Spitler, 80, passed away on May 2, 2026. He was born on May 20, 1945, in Schenectady, New York, to the late Theodore and Frances Spitler.

David proudly served his country in the United States Army as a Lieutenant during the Vietnam War. Later in life, he became a deeply respected figure in the cycling community. As a longtime member of the Roadhogs Racing Team, Louisville Wheelmen, and later the Ridenfaden Cycling crew, David was a dedicated leader and coach.

From a 400 mile ride in under 24 hours earlier in life to a 90 mile adventure through the Alleghany mountains with his kids and grandkids to celebrate his 80th birthday, cycling was a central part of his life. He also found joy in reading, writing and enjoying the wonders of nature through hiking, camping and backpacking with his family.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Phillip Spitler.

David is lovingly remembered by his wife of 57 years, Rebecca Spitler; his children, Daniel Spitler (Rachel), Matthew Spitler (Nikki), and Rachel Weinrich (Gavin); his brother, Sam Spitler; and his many grandchildren who made him so proud: Rhea Weinrich, Pace Harman, Thomas Weinrich, Bowie Spitler, Zane Spitler, Rowan Spitler, Skye Weinrich, Lincoln Groft, Evelyn Weinrich, Huck Harman Spitler, and Lynnon Spitler.

David will be remembered for his leadership, his passion for cycling, and his dedication to his family and community.

There will be a Celebration of Life for David at Stegner Pavilion in Cherokee Park, near Hogan’s Fountain on May 19th. Visitation will begin at 4:00, with a Memorial Service to follow at 6:00. For those that feel inclined, please bring your bike. David’s children and grandchildren will lead a casual ride around the park following the service.

In lieu of flowers, if you would like to honor his memory, please consider donating to World Bicycle Relief or The Center for Biological Diversity in his honor.

For the most up-to-date ride details, please refer to the Louisville Bicycle Club Ride and Event Schedule:

👉 https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/rideschedule 

Ride Details

• Official Start Time and Location: See the LBC Ride and Event Schedule: (https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/rideschedule)
• Surface: Road
• Ride Description, Distance, Elevation Gain and Ride with GPS Link: See the LBC Ride and Event Schedule (https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/rideschedule)
• LBC Ride Credit: Yes
• Ride Captain: Melissa Hall

This is a free event as part of the Louisville Bicycle Club Mad Dog Ride Series.

Support the Club

To join and support the Louisville Bicycle Club, visit:

👉 https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/membership

Membership includes added benefits such as discounts at local retailers and cycling events.

Important Notes

• This is a self-supported ride — no SAG vehicles will be available.
• Riders should carry cash, nutrition, and basic repair supplies.
• Store stops and lunch stops will be noted on the route.
• A ride captain will sweep the route at the posted pace. If no pace is listed, the captain will sweep all riders.

For the most up-to-date ride details, please refer to the Louisville Bicycle Club Ride and Event Schedule:

👉 https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/rideschedule 

Ride Details

• Official Start Time and Location: See the LBC Ride and Event Schedule: (https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/rideschedule)
• Surface: Road
• Ride Description, Distance, Elevation Gain and Ride with GPS Link: See the LBC Ride and Event Schedule (https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/rideschedule)
• LBC Ride Credit: Yes
• Ride Captain: Michael Kamenish

This is a free event as part of the Louisville Bicycle Club Mad Dog Ride Series.

Support the Club

To join and support the Louisville Bicycle Club, visit:

👉 https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/membership

Membership includes added benefits such as discounts at local retailers and cycling events.

Important Notes

• This is a self-supported ride — no SAG vehicles will be available.
• Riders should carry cash, nutrition, and basic repair supplies.
• Store stops and lunch stops will be noted on the route.
• A ride captain will sweep the route at the posted pace. If no pace is listed, the captain will sweep all riders.

Date this year is:

600K May 30  04:00

 

Start location is the Red Roof Inn in Shelbyville

101 Howard Drive

Shelbyville, KY 40065

(502) 633-4005

For the most up-to-date ride details, please refer to the Louisville Bicycle Club Ride and Event Schedule:

👉 https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/rideschedule 

Ride Details

• Official Start Time and Location: See the LBC Ride and Event Schedule: (https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/rideschedule)
• Surface: Road
• Ride Description, Distance, Elevation Gain and Ride with GPS Link: See the LBC Ride and Event Schedule (https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/rideschedule)
• LBC Ride Credit: Yes
• Ride Captain: Bob Grable

This is a free event as part of the Louisville Bicycle Club Mad Dog Ride Series.

Support the Club

To join and support the Louisville Bicycle Club, visit:

👉 https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/membership

Membership includes added benefits such as discounts at local retailers and cycling events.

Important Notes

• This is a self-supported ride — no SAG vehicles will be available.
• Riders should carry cash, nutrition, and basic repair supplies.
• Store stops and lunch stops will be noted on the route.
• A ride captain will sweep the route at the posted pace. If no pace is listed, the captain will sweep all riders.

This is a fundraising event. Join Team Wil Power - Powered by the Louisville Bicycle Club

Bike MS: Bluegrass Bourbon Ride 2026

Once again, for this years Bike MS Bluegrass Bourbon Ride, The Louisville Bicycle Club will be represented by “TEAM WIL POWER- Powered by LBC”. The one day event will start and end at My Old Kentucky Home State Park, Bardstown, KY. There is a minimum fundraising goal of $300. However, LBC members that have not participated in this ride in the past 3 years may be eligible for a $100 matching gift for this years ride. Making your fundraising minimum $200.

This year's location will be at My Old Kentucky Home State Park, and there will be two distances.

What to join the team? Click HERE

So, you are riding and have a family member that would like to volunteer? Or, you want to volunteer? Or, you have questions? Contact MaryAnn or Richard Heckler at: 502.931.2067

About the Event

This is a fundraising event. Join Team Wil Power - Powered by the Louisville Bicycle Club

Registration: Register Here

Team: Wil Power - Powered by the Louisville Bicycle Club

Date: June 13th, 2026

Location: 

My Old Kentucky Home State Park, 501 E Stephen Foster Ave., Bardstown, KY 40004

Surface Type: Road

Route:

Get ready to ride in the heart of bourbon country. Take in the beautiful rolling hills and countryside of the Bluegrass State as you join a community of riders dedicated to changing the world for people affected by multiple sclerosis. Start and finish your two-day loop ride at the historic My Old Kentucky Home State Park, a landmark rich in history and named after Stephen Foster's "My Old Kentucky Home, Good Night." Every mile tells a story, every sip of bourbon has a legacy, and every stop is sure to greet you with Southern hospitality. The charm of this ride will create an unforgettable Bike MS experience and is bound to be a barrel of fun.

Fundraising Minimum: $300

Route distances: 30-mile and 62-mile routes Saturday and Sunday

Ride with GPS Route(s):

Saturday Routes: 

30-mile: To Come

62-mile: To Come

Ride Captain: Richard Heckler 502.931.2067

For more information on the event visit the Bike MS Bluegrass Bourbon Ride website here. 

For the most up-to-date ride details, please refer to the Louisville Bicycle Club Ride and Event Schedule:

👉 https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/rideschedule 

Ride Details

• Official Start Time and Location: See the LBC Ride and Event Schedule: (https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/rideschedule)
• Surface: Road
• Ride Description, Distance, Elevation Gain and Ride with GPS Link: See the LBC Ride and Event Schedule (https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/rideschedule)
• LBC Ride Credit: Yes
• Ride Captain: Harley Wise

This is a free event as part of the Louisville Bicycle Club Mad Dog Ride Series.

Support the Club

To join and support the Louisville Bicycle Club, visit:

👉 https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/membership

Membership includes added benefits such as discounts at local retailers and cycling events.

Important Notes

• This is a self-supported ride — no SAG vehicles will be available.
• Riders should carry cash, nutrition, and basic repair supplies.
• Store stops and lunch stops will be noted on the route.
• A ride captain will sweep the route at the posted pace. If no pace is listed, the captain will sweep all riders.

Location: St. Matthews Baptist Church - 3515 Grandview Ave, Louisville, KY 40207

Class 3 begins on Monday June 22nd at 6:00PM EST for the following dates:

Week 1 - Bike basics - bike/helmet fit; traffic laws; ABC Quick Check.

Week 2 - Gearing/shifting; lane positioning; parking lot drills.

Week 3 - Five layers of safety; riding in groups; parking lot drills.

Week 4 - Tools & basic repairs; tire changing.

Week 5 - Nutrition/hydration/clothing; parking lot drills. Evaluations & Presentation of Tech T-shirt.

These classes are offered to the public at no charge (FREE!) thanks to our sponsors Baptist Health, Bike Louisville, Clarksville Schwinn, Middle of Town Cycling, The League of American Bicyclist, and Road ID. There are 3 clinics to choose from in various communities around Kentuckiana, each with 5 classes.

Riders who complete all 5 classes of a New Rider Clinic will receive a free Louisville Bicycle Club tech t-shirt and a one-year membership in the Louisville Bicycle Club. You may attend as many times as spots are available, however the free tech t-shirt and membership are only given once.

Each class includes the following:

• One hour of instruction by seasoned riders followed by practice on your bike.

• An easy, 5 to 10 mile “practice” ride with traffic, signals, stop signs, lights, busy roads, park roads, and subdivision streets.
• Class participants are split into smaller groups of similar ability with instructors in the front and rear of each group for the ride. Individual instruction/assistance is provided if needed.
• Rest stops if and when needed – no one gets dropped or left behind.
• Follow-up discussion and evaluation after the rides.
• Take-home educational material provided to all participants.

Each Clinic has 5 classes. Topics to be covered include:

1. Bike basics - bike/helmet fit; traffic laws; ABC Quick Check.
2. Gearing/shifting; lane positioning; parking lot drills.
3. Five layers of safety; riding in groups; parking lot drills.
4. Tools & basic repairs; tire changing. You will receive a free set of tire levers thanks to our sponsor Middle of Town Cycling.
5. Nutrition/hydration/clothing; parking lot drills. Evaluations & Presentation of Tech T-shirt.

How to Participate in the New Rider & Bike Handling Classes

Step 1: Click the link here to the Louisville Bicycling Club and the League of American Bicycling Smart Cycling/Traffic Skills 101 Course Release Form. Print it out, complete the form including your signature, and bring it with you to the first class of the session. Additionally make sure you bring your bike and bike helmet to each class.

Step 2: You MUST complete this online registration for one of our clinic locations. All clinics are limited to 35 registrants.

Thank you to our sponsors: Baptist Health, Clarksville Schwinn, League of American Bicyclists, Bike Louisville and Middle of Town Cycling

For the most up-to-date ride details, please refer to the Louisville Bicycle Club Ride and Event Schedule:

👉 https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/rideschedule 

Ride Details

• Official Start Time and Location: See the LBC Ride and Event Schedule: (https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/rideschedule)
• Surface: Road
• Ride Description, Distance, Elevation Gain and Ride with GPS Link: See the LBC Ride and Event Schedule (https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/rideschedule)
• LBC Ride Credit: Yes
• Ride Captain: Bob Evancho

This is a free event as part of the Louisville Bicycle Club Mad Dog Ride Series.

Support the Club

To join and support the Louisville Bicycle Club, visit:

👉 https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/membership

Membership includes added benefits such as discounts at local retailers and cycling events.

Important Notes

• This is a self-supported ride — no SAG vehicles will be available.
• Riders should carry cash, nutrition, and basic repair supplies.
• Store stops and lunch stops will be noted on the route.
• A ride captain will sweep the route at the posted pace. If no pace is listed, the captain will sweep all riders.

For the most up-to-date ride details, please refer to the Louisville Bicycle Club Ride and Event Schedule:

👉 https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/rideschedule 

Ride Details

• Official Start Time and Location: See the LBC Ride and Event Schedule: (https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/rideschedule)
• Surface: Road
• Ride Description, Distance, Elevation Gain and Ride with GPS Link: See the LBC Ride and Event Schedule (https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/rideschedule)
• LBC Ride Credit: Yes
• Ride Captain: Dominic Wasserzug

This is a free event as part of the Louisville Bicycle Club Mad Dog Ride Series.

Support the Club

To join and support the Louisville Bicycle Club, visit:

👉 https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/membership

Membership includes added benefits such as discounts at local retailers and cycling events.

Important Notes

• This is a self-supported ride — no SAG vehicles will be available.
• Riders should carry cash, nutrition, and basic repair supplies.
• Store stops and lunch stops will be noted on the route.
• A ride captain will sweep the route at the posted pace. If no pace is listed, the captain will sweep all riders.

For the most up-to-date ride details, please refer to the Louisville Bicycle Club Ride and Event Schedule:

👉 https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/rideschedule 

Ride Details

• Official Start Time and Location: See the LBC Ride and Event Schedule: (https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/rideschedule)
• Surface: Road
• Ride Description, Distance, Elevation Gain and Ride with GPS Link: See the LBC Ride and Event Schedule (https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/rideschedule)
• LBC Ride Credit: Yes
• Ride Captain: Bob Grable

This is a free event as part of the Louisville Bicycle Club Mad Dog Ride Series.

Support the Club

To join and support the Louisville Bicycle Club, visit:

👉 https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/membership

Membership includes added benefits such as discounts at local retailers and cycling events.

Important Notes

• This is a self-supported ride — no SAG vehicles will be available.
• Riders should carry cash, nutrition, and basic repair supplies.
• Store stops and lunch stops will be noted on the route.
• A ride captain will sweep the route at the posted pace. If no pace is listed, the captain will sweep all riders.

Ride: Bike to Beat Cancer Training Ride: LBC Southend Stroll

Ride Distance: 39 miles

Ride Terrain & Pace: 3C

Elevation Gain: 969

Surface Type: Road

Starting Location: Iroquois Amphitheater, 1080 Amphitheater Rd, Louisville, KY 40214, USA

Route Description: 

Join the Louisville Bicycle Club for a 39-mile training ride with 969 feet of elevation gain, starting and ending at Iroquois Park. This scenic route will take you down Central Avenue, across Algonquin Parkway, and onto the Louisville Loop. We'll ride south past Farnsley-Moreman Landing to Pendleton Road, then loop back via Bearcamp Road and Greyling Drive, passing the iconic McDonald’s Playground House before returning to the park.

A mid-ride store stop is planned at the Circle K near as soon as you pass over Dixie Hwy. the Southend. Riders can choose to finish with an optional climb up to the Iroquois Park Lookout for a rewarding view.

This is a great opportunity to build endurance and enjoy a supported ride as you prepare for the Bike to Beat Cancer.

For more information visit - https://p2p.onecause.com/biketobeatcancer/page/training

or the Facebook Event - 

Ride with GPS Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50987086

LBC Ride Credit: Yes

Ride Captain: Erik Helton

For the most up-to-date ride details, please refer to the Louisville Bicycle Club Ride and Event Schedule:

👉 https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/rideschedule 

Ride Details

• Official Start Time and Location: See the LBC Ride and Event Schedule: (https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/rideschedule)
• Surface: Road
• Ride Description, Distance, Elevation Gain and Ride with GPS Link: See the LBC Ride and Event Schedule (https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/rideschedule)
• LBC Ride Credit: Yes
• Ride Captain: Thomas Nance

This is a free event as part of the Louisville Bicycle Club Mad Dog Ride Series.

Support the Club

To join and support the Louisville Bicycle Club, visit:

👉 https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/membership

Membership includes added benefits such as discounts at local retailers and cycling events.

Important Notes

• This is a self-supported ride — no SAG vehicles will be available.
• Riders should carry cash, nutrition, and basic repair supplies.
• Store stops and lunch stops will be noted on the route.
• A ride captain will sweep the route at the posted pace. If no pace is listed, the captain will sweep all riders.

Join Us for the 46th Annual Old Kentucky Home Bicycle Tour – Saturday, August 8, 2026 Powered by Middle of Town Cycling

Register Today!

Join the Louisville Bicycle Club for the 46th Annual Old Kentucky Home Bicycle Tour (OKHT) and experience the beauty of a Kentucky summer from the saddle.

Set in the scenic rolling hills of Oldham County, this classic late-summer ride offers something for every cyclist — whether you’re chasing a 100K challenge or enjoying a relaxed cruise with friends.

Choose Your Distance

• 🚴 62.1 Miles (100K)
• 🚴 40 Miles
• 🚴 20 Miles

All routes feature picturesque country roads, horse farms, and the signature rolling hills that make this ride a Kentucky favorite.

Start, Finish & After-Party
The ride begins and ends at 3rd Turn Oldham Gardens, where riders will gather for a post-ride celebration, lunch, and community festivities. It’s the perfect place to relax, refuel, and celebrate your accomplishment.

Rest Stops & Community Impact
The Tour includes three fully supported rest stops. All distances will enjoy a stop at our legendary “World Famous” Homemade Cookie Stop, featuring dozens of baked goods prepared by Louisville Bicycle Club members.

In 2026, we’re proud to partner with local non-profits to help operate our rest stops. A portion of proceeds will support these organizations, giving back to the community that makes this event possible.

Returning for 2026
🏅 All riders will receive a commemorative Finisher’s Medal to celebrate completing the ride!

Weekend Kickoff
The Louisville Bicycle Club will host:

• Friday Afternoon Open Ride
• Packet Pickup

Make it a full weekend of cycling and community.

A Kentucky Tradition Since 1978
The Old Kentucky Home Bicycle Tour was founded in 1978 by Stewart Prather and fellow Louisville Bicycle Club members. Originally routed to Bardstown, Kentucky, the event now tours the beautiful roads of Oldham County.

While the start and finish locations have evolved, the mission remains the same — to celebrate the backroads of our Old Kentucky Home. In honor of Stewart, we proudly keep the name OKHT.

This event takes place rain or shine.

Register today and experience one of Kentucky’s longest-running and most beloved cycling traditions.

Louisville Bicycle Club members receive a special discount—register today and be part of the legacy! 

Discount can be found HERE!

For the most up-to-date ride details, please refer to the Louisville Bicycle Club Ride and Event Schedule:

👉 https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/rideschedule 

Ride Details

• Official Start Time and Location: See the LBC Ride and Event Schedule: (https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/rideschedule)
• Surface: Road
• Ride Description, Distance, Elevation Gain and Ride with GPS Link: See the LBC Ride and Event Schedule (https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/rideschedule)
• LBC Ride Credit: Yes
• Ride Captain: Fritz Kopatz

This is a free event as part of the Louisville Bicycle Club Mad Dog Ride Series.

Support the Club

To join and support the Louisville Bicycle Club, visit:

👉 https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/membership

Membership includes added benefits such as discounts at local retailers and cycling events.

Important Notes

• This is a self-supported ride — no SAG vehicles will be available.
• Riders should carry cash, nutrition, and basic repair supplies.
• Store stops and lunch stops will be noted on the route.
• A ride captain will sweep the route at the posted pace. If no pace is listed, the captain will sweep all riders.

For the most up-to-date ride details, please refer to the Louisville Bicycle Club Ride and Event Schedule:

👉 https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/rideschedule 

Ride Details

• Official Start Time and Location: See the LBC Ride and Event Schedule: (https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/rideschedule)
• Surface: Road
• Ride Description, Distance, Elevation Gain and Ride with GPS Link: See the LBC Ride and Event Schedule (https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/rideschedule)
• LBC Ride Credit: Yes
• Ride Captain: Dominic Wasserzug

This is a free event as part of the Louisville Bicycle Club Mad Dog Ride Series.

Support the Club

To join and support the Louisville Bicycle Club, visit:

👉 https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/membership

Membership includes added benefits such as discounts at local retailers and cycling events.

Important Notes

• This is a self-supported ride — no SAG vehicles will be available.
• Riders should carry cash, nutrition, and basic repair supplies.
• Store stops and lunch stops will be noted on the route.
• A ride captain will sweep the route at the posted pace. If no pace is listed, the captain will sweep all riders.

Ride: Barb Martin's Polly's Freeze Ride - Bike to Beat Cancer Training Ride

Ride Distance: 28-miles

Ride Terrain & Pace: 12 - 14 MPH Average

Elevation Gain: 1,235

Surface Type: Road

Starting Location: Yellow Lot at Waterfront Park, 1401 River Rd, Louisville, KY 40206, USA

Route Description:

Polly’s Freeze Ride – Two Traditions in One!

This year we’re combining two great cycling traditions into one ride. Each summer, Barb Martin leads her beloved Polly’s Freeze Ride, while Bike to Beat Cancer hosts a training ride that makes the same climb. In 2025, the Louisville Bicycle Club is proud to add an additional Bike to Beat Cancer training ride and take it up to Polly’s Freeze together.

Route Details:

We’ll roll out from the Yellow Lot at Waterfront Park, then head across the Big Four Bridge into Indiana. From there, we’ll follow the scenic Ohio River Greenway all the way to Corydon Pike, where the real challenge begins with the climb up to Polly’s Freeze.

After enjoying a well-earned stop for cold treats, it’s time to descend. We'll head back down Corydon Pike, dropping into New Albany, reconnecting with the Ohio River Greenway, and crossing back over the Big Four Bridge into Louisville, returning the same way we came.

This ride blends tradition, community, and a sweet reward at the top. Come ready for a climb, a cone, and great company! 🚴‍♀️🍦

Ride with GPS Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47223702

LBC Ride Credit: Yes

Ride Captain: Barbara Martin

For the most up-to-date ride details, please refer to the Louisville Bicycle Club Ride and Event Schedule:

👉 https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/rideschedule 

Ride Details

• Official Start Time and Location: See the LBC Ride and Event Schedule: (https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/rideschedule)
• Surface: Road
• Ride Description, Distance, Elevation Gain and Ride with GPS Link: See the LBC Ride and Event Schedule (https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/rideschedule)
• LBC Ride Credit: Yes
• Ride Captain: Thomas Nance

This is a free event as part of the Louisville Bicycle Club Mad Dog Ride Series.

Support the Club

To join and support the Louisville Bicycle Club, visit:

👉 https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/membership

Membership includes added benefits such as discounts at local retailers and cycling events.

Important Notes

• This is a self-supported ride — no SAG vehicles will be available.
• Riders should carry cash, nutrition, and basic repair supplies.
• Store stops and lunch stops will be noted on the route.
• A ride captain will sweep the route at the posted pace. If no pace is listed, the captain will sweep all riders.

This is a charity ride that has a minimum fundraiser of $400. 

Make sure you join our Louisville Bicycle Club Bike to Beat Cancer team HERE so we can show support for this great cause. 

Route Distance: 15, 35, or 65 miles

Starting Location:  Norton Cancer Institute - Brownsboro - 4955 Norton Healthcare Blvd, Louisville, KY 40241

Route Description: 

Choose from 15, 35, 65 or 100 miles! We have an option to fit your activity level. To help you choose, think about it this way: A leisurely bike ride is about 10-15 miles per hour. Could you ride for one hour? Two hours? Three hours? More?

Keep in mind that relief is only 15 miles away. Our pit stops are spaced about 15 miles apart, where you can park, stretch your legs, use the restroom and get something to eat or drink.

Finally, remember you should enjoy yourself — but challenge yourself. You are doing this for those who cannot. You are taking on the challenge in solidarity with those who are fighting the biggest fight of their lives.

Choose your distance

Never cycled before? We recommend the 5-mile or 15-mile option.

Cycled some, but it’s been a while? Try the 15- or 35-mile option. These are great distances for active beginners to novice riders.

Frequent cycler? The 65-mile ride is for you. This longer distance can be rewarding for people who cycle regularly or enjoy fitness.

Registration Fee: 5-mile rider registration is $10. 5-, 15-, 35-, & 65-mile rider registration is $50. Cancer survivors ride for free. Click here for more details on the minimum fundraising requirements.

Join the Louisville Bicycle Club Bike to Beat Cancer team: https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/bike-to-beat-cancer

Ride Distance: 15-, 35-, or 65-mile supported ride

Elevation Gain: 
15-mile: 746
35-mile: 2,046
65-mile: 4,251

Surface Type: Road

Starting Location: Norton Cancer Institute Brownsboro - 4955 Norton Healthcare Blvd, Louisville, KY 40241

Ride with GPS Routes: (added to LBC Ride with GPS account so you can use your account for turn-by-turn)
15-mile: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/52624443
35-mile: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/52624449
65-mile: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/52624451
    
LBC Ride Credit: Yes

Ride Captain: Erik Helton - 502.759.7234 or President@LouisvilleBicycleClub.org

Sign-in Sheet Location: I will be in the parking lot off Angies Way indicated by the large yellow box. Click Here for Location Image ---> https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/resources/Pictures/event-images/bike-to-beat-cancer/BTBC-LBC-Parking-Sign-in-sheet.png