The 3M 600K

Quality Inn 1000 E Iowa St, Eldridge, United States

This was a new route for 2023 and the feedback was overwhelmingly positive. What are the 3 M's in the moniker? Some of the towns you'll pass through enroute to completing a successful 600K: Monticello, Maquoketa and Mechanicsville. This new 600K route combines two routes we've used in the past: the Meander to Manchester 400K … Continue reading "The 3M 600K"

$25.00

Eldridge West 200K

Quality Inn 1000 E Iowa St, Eldridge, United States

We did this route for the first time in 2021 and keep going back! Why? Several reasons: It's a loop route so even on a windy day you're going to have a tailwind for part of the ride It has a fair amount of climbing with a few leg testers but is still mostly rolling … Continue reading "Eldridge West 200K"

$10.00

Monticello – Mt Vernon 300K

Quality Inn 1000 E Iowa St, Eldridge, United States

Probably the best 300K route in the Quad Cities and one we've done several times. A nice loop up to Monticello followed by a long southward stretch down through Mt Vernon, Solon and the Sugar Bottom recreational area before heading back toward Eldridge. Here are the details: 306 Km, 7,413 feet of climbing, ridewithgps route … Continue reading "Monticello – Mt Vernon 300K"

$15.00

Eldridge West 200K

Quality Inn 1000 E Iowa St, Eldridge, United States

This is a route we've done several times and it's always a good ride - since it's a loop you're guaranteed a tail wind somewhere! 200 Km, 4,277 feet of climbing, ridewithgps route here To register for this event: Click on the link below to complete a waiver. After completing the waiver you'll be taken … Continue reading "Eldridge West 200K"

$10.00

Finding Lincoln on the Mother Road 200K

Fairfield Inn & Suites 200 Eastlight Court, East Peoria, IL, United States

We have a new series for the 2024 season. All of the rides will start in East Peoria, IL with multiple hotel options within walking distance of the start. Note: If you are not staying at one of the hotels then please park in the back of the Residence Inn hotel which has more parking … Continue reading "Finding Lincoln on the Mother Road 200K"

$10.00

US Route 66 and Springfield Landmarks 300K

Fairfield Inn & Suites 200 Eastlight Court, East Peoria, IL, United States

We have a new series for the 2024 season. All of the rides will start in East Peoria, IL with multiple hotel options within walking distance of the start. Note: If you are not staying at one of the hotels then please park in the back of the Residence Inn hotel which has more parking … Continue reading "US Route 66 and Springfield Landmarks 300K"

Windy to Macomb 400K

Fairfield Inn & Suites 200 Eastlight Court, East Peoria, IL, United States

We have a new series for the 2024 season. All of the rides will start in East Peoria, IL with multiple hotel options within walking distance of the start. Note: If you are not staying at one of the hotels then please park in the back of the Residence Inn hotel which has more parking … Continue reading "Windy to Macomb 400K"

Illinois River Crossing at Meredosia 600K

Fairfield Inn & Suites 200 Eastlight Court, East Peoria, IL, United States

We have a new series for the 2024 season. All of the rides will start in East Peoria, IL with multiple hotel options within walking distance of the start. Note: If you are not staying at one of the hotels then please park in the back of the Residence Inn hotel which has more parking … Continue reading "Illinois River Crossing at Meredosia 600K"

Strade Bianche Rouleur Challenge – Dart Populaire

Quality Inn 1000 E Iowa St, Eldridge, United States

We celebrate the history of our sport by riding the "white roads" in Northeastern Iowa. Completion of this ride will count for the RUSA Rouleur award and pick up some Gravel K's! This is the first ride in our "Strade Bianche Rouleur Challenge" and is a team event. Teams consist of a minimum of 3 … Continue reading "Strade Bianche Rouleur Challenge – Dart Populaire"

Strade Bianche Rouleur Challenge – Eldridge 150K

Quality Inn 1000 E Iowa St, Eldridge, United States

We celebrate the history of our sport by riding the "white roads" in Northeastern Iowa. Completion of this ride will count for the RUSA Rouleur award and pick up some Gravel K's! For the second gravel route in our Challenge we'll be doing "Give me a Clearance for Clarence". Here are the details: 98.4 miles, … Continue reading "Strade Bianche Rouleur Challenge – Eldridge 150K"