Louisville Bicycle Club upcoming events

David Wittry Memorial Ride and Celebration (Sunday, August 02, 2026)

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Join the Louisville Bicycle Club on Sunday, August 2, as we come together to remember and celebrate the life of David Wittry.

David served for many years as the Louisville Bicycle Club’s Vice President of Education and made a lasting impact on hundreds, if not thousands, of people throughout the cycling community. He supported nearly every aspect of cycling within the club and dedicated countless hours to helping riders become safer, stronger and more confident on their bikes.

David led the club’s New Rider and Bicycle Handling classes and volunteered at numerous local cycling events, including Bike to Beat Cancer, the PNC Tour de Lou, the Mayor’s Hike, Bike & Paddle and many others. His knowledge, generosity and passion for cycling made a difference to everyone who had the opportunity to ride with him, learn from him or volunteer alongside him.

We will meet at Noble Funk Brewing Company, located at 922 S. 2nd St., Louisville, KY 40203, with the memorial ride departing at 3:00 PM. The route will travel from Noble Funk to Iroquois Park before returning to the brewery.

Once everyone is back, we will gather for a brief remembrance of David around 4:30–5:00 PM, depending on when the ride returns. Afterward, everyone is invited to stay, enjoy a beverage and spend time together sharing stories, memories and plenty of laughs about David.

Whether you join us for the ride, the remembrance or both, we hope you will come celebrate someone who gave so much to the Louisville Bicycle Club and the local cycling community.

David Wittry Memorial Ride and Celebration
Sunday, August 2, 2026
Ride begins at 3:00 PM
Remembrance around 4:30–5:00 PM
Noble Funk Brewing Company
922 S. 2nd St., Louisville, KY 40203

Ride with GPS: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/56199008

Ride Captain: David Frey

2026 Old Kentucky Home Bicycle Tour (Saturday, August 08, 2026)

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 10:30:00 GMT

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

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.

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

Discount can be found HERE!

Barb Martin's Polly's Freeze Ride - Bike to Beat Cancer Training Ride (Saturday, August 29, 2026)

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT

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.

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

2026 Bike To Beat Cancer - LBC Team (Charity Ride - Fundraising Required) (Saturday, September 12, 2026)

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 11:15:00 GMT

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