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Ride in the Leelanau County area. Stop midway for breakfast. Route could be hilly. Pace of the slowest rider.

Old Mission Peninsula Ride-Color Tour. Many ride options from 10-41 miles. Halfway stops available at Haserot Beach and Old Mission Lighthouse.

Ride in the Leelanau County area. Stop midway for breakfast. Route could be hilly. Pace of the slowest rider.

Ride to Elk Rapids to the Flour Pot Bakery for coffee and an apple fritter. 30-36 miles. No drop ride.

Ride Old Mission clockwise with some twists.

Meet at Cherry Bend Park in the parking lot east of the pavilion, which can be entered from Lincoln Road off Cherry Bend Road. Pick up a FREE Rice Krispie Treat! Ride to/from Suttons Bay mostly on the Leelanau Trail. 32 miles. Meet at Chimoski Bakery for refreshments. Several ride groups based on speed and comfort level. Optional Lee Point Loop 40 miles or Jim Cooper‘s ride for max 42 miles. Note: Map link is for the base 32 miles. Additional options available

Ride Old Mission. Route TBD.

Explore the hills of Leelanau County. Route link above. 48 miles, around 2500 feet of climbing. Pace will vary, but we will finish with a 14-15 mph average speed. No drop ride

Ride the both directions on the Acme connector and then stop at 12:30 for lunch on the waterfront deck at the Bayview Inn Bar & Grill. Bring money. 25-28 miles. No drop ride.

This is everyone‘s favorite food ride! A ride to celebrate the end of another awesome summer of cycling. Mountain bike ride starts at 9:30 a.m. with breakfast being served from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. We welcome riders of all ages and skill levels, along with their family and friends. This event is held rain or shine. Distances and pace vary, but are typically 3, 7, and 10+ miles. Terrain is Single track, with some hills and sand.

9:30 am at Pancake Breakfast approximately 10-12 miles at 9-12 mph. On unmarked single track, No drop ride. Back in time for breakfast.

A 3 day, 2 night tour on the White Pine Trail from Cadillac to Howard City, staying at the Country Inn and Suites in Big Rapids Michigan Monday and Tuesday night. • October 7: Arrive at Bryant Park at 8:30am to load gear onto SAG Vehicle and coordinate carpool. Depart at 9:00 for Cadillac. We’ll park cars at the Cadillac-Wexford Public Library, adjacent to the White Pines Trail. We‘ll ride 42 miles to Big Rapids, stopping for lunch in Reed City or thereabouts. • October 8: Pedal south on White Pine trail to Howard City (22 miles). Return to Big Rapids Country Inn and Suites. • October 9: Ride back to Cadillac. Scott Pyles has agreed to provide SAG Van services. Gravel or touring bike recommended. Lodging: Country Inn and Suites Big Rapids is holding 5 double Queens and 5 King for us. The rate is $110 per night plus tax for either room. To get this rate call 231-527-9000 BEFORE September 13 and speak directly with the front desk rather than speaking to their reservations hotline. If you book elsewhere, request a “pet free” room. If you are traveling solo and want to share a room, email cgketchum@gmail.com I’ll coordinate. Meals: Breakfast is included at the hotel. There are good lunch options in Reed City on day one, more limited lunch options in Howard for day two. Maybe have a trail lunch on day 3. Big Rapids has a number of dinner options. Attractions on the way? Eiffel Tower in Paris. Send me your suggestions Rain or Shine? The Country Inn allows cancellations up until 6pm 10/6. Hey, we never let a little rain stop us. Next Steps: • Register for the tour on club calendar • Car Pool – Need a ride? Can you drive? Click https://forms.gle/BYkbVZpE9pQQatD49 • Reserve your room by (231) 527-9000 and tell them you are with Cherry Capital Cycling Club. Note to Daytrippers, you’re welcome to join us. Email me to let me know what day you’ll join us.

Touring Leelanau County. There WILL be hills. Road ride in beautiful, hilly Leelanau County. This is a no drop ride. Ride leader leads from the back.

Ride to the boat launch then over 204 to Suttons Bay

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47006227 Ride to Frankfort for coffee . No drop ride

See October 7 Calendar for details and registration

Ride Old Mission. Remote will be determined by the wind.

See October 7 for details and registration

Traditional Old Mission Peninsula ride starting at East Bay Park with many route options. Distances available from 10-41 miles with groups running at different speeds. Fall color should be nearing a peak!

Ride Old Mission. Route TBD

Ride to Elk Rapids to the Flour Pot Bakery for an apple fritter. 30-36 miles. No drop ride.

Meet at Cherry Bend Park in the parking lot east of the pavilion, which can be entered from Lincoln Road off Cherry Bend Road. Pick up a FREE Rice Krispie Treat! Ride to/from Suttons Bay mostly on the Leelanau Trail. 32 miles. Meet at Chimoski Bakery for refreshments. Several ride groups based on speed and comfort level. Optional Lee Point Loop 40 miles or other rides for max 42 miles. Note: Map link is for the base 32 miles. Additional options available.

Meet at Cherry Bend Park in the parking lot east of the pavilion, which can be entered from Lincoln Road off Cherry Bend Road. Ride to/from Suttons Bay mostly on the Leelanau Trail. 32 miles. Meet at Chimoski Bakery for refreshments. Optional Lee Point Loop 40 miles. Note: Map link is for the base 32 miles. Max miles 40.

Ride to Haserot Beach. Several bathroom stops.

Meet at Veterans Memorial Park in Boyne City. Ride clockwise around Lake Charlevoix. Take the Ironton Ferry for a unique experience and to cut off South Arm of the lake. Longer option is to skip the ferry and ride the hills and extra distance. In Charlevoix, enjoy the Apple Festival. Relatively flat on west side of lake, with hills on east return route, Bring $1 for Ironton Ferry and cash for apple treats at the festival. Carpool anyone?

Ride Old Mission. Route TBD

Ride the VASA single track according to your skill level...we will group up and head on trails that match your style. NO drop ride

Ride in the Leelanau County area. Stop midway for breakfast. Route could be hilly. Pace of the slowest rider.

Old Mission Ride starting at East Bay Park with many route options from 10-41 miles. Incredible water views of East Bay and West Bay with optional stops at Haserot Beach, Old Mission Lighthouse and more.

Ride in the Leelanau County area. Stop midway for breakfast. Route could be hilly. Pace of the slowest rider.

Ride to Haserot Beach

Ride to Elk Rapids to the Flour Pot Bakery for an apple fritter. 30-35 miles. No drop ride.

Ride Old Mission Peninsula--Meet at Archie Roadside Park (left side of road when traveling north on Center road). We will ride out and back on Bluff Road. There will be "tailgating" with apple cider in the park afterwards. About 15 mile ride on flat pave surface, traveling at the pace of the slowest rider. No drop ride.

Meet at Cherry Bend Park in the parking lot east of the pavilion, which can be entered from Lincoln Road off Cherry Bend Road. Ride to/from Suttons Bay mostly on the Leelanau Trail. 32 miles. Meet at Chimoski Bakery for refreshments. Several ride groups based on speed and comfort level. Optional Lee Point Loop 40 miles or other rides for max 42 miles. Note: Map link is for the base 32 miles. Additional options available.

Meet a few miles on the north side of the Charlevoix bridge at the soccer fields near the rest rooms. Plan to ride the paved Wheel Way to Bay Harbor, Petoskey and Harbor Springs. Bring money for lunch at either the Turkey Cafe & Pizzeria in Harbor Springs Or Cormack‘s deli near Bay Harbor. 30-50 miles. No drop ride.

Creative peninsula ride. Several bathroom stops

We will probably ride the traditional route up Kasben through Maple City and back on Kassen. About 45 miles with 2500 to 3000 feet of climbing, ending with a 14-15 mph average. There will be a short stop in Maple City. This is a no drop ride. Please have mercy on the ride leader who hasn‘t been putting in the miles.

Ride the Leelanau trail at the beginning and end of the ride. Otto Road and Duck Lake Road to the Nine Bean Row bakery. 38-40 miles. No drop ride.

Ride Old Mission clockwise. No lighthouse or Haserot

Come join your fellow members for Club Elections and Annual Meeting. Bring a dish to pass and your own place setting (ie plate, flatware…) CCCC will provide beer, wine, and a selection of non-alcohol beverages. Social Hour 4:00 - 5:00 PM Potluck begins By 5:00 PM Meeting Portion to begin shortly after everyone has gone through the buffet and are seated.

Ride to the boat launch then over 204 to Suttons Bay.

(Mostly) follow the 50 mile Ride Around Torch loop clockwise around Torch Lake, except starting/ending in downtown Elk Rapids (vice the High School). Potential re-supply stop in Alden. Targeting a 15-16mph avg pace, we‘ll regroup periodically as necessary to make sure everyone‘s ok. This is a no drop ride. Let‘s call this a borderline "A"/"B" level ride...

38 mile ride down Bohemian, Port Oneida, M22, and Glen Haven. Coffee stop at Cherry Republic in Glen Arbor. The Fall colors are spectacular.

Ride in the Leelanau County area. Stop midway for breakfast. Route could be hilly. Pace of the slowest rider.

Ride Old Mission. Route TBD

Ride from East Bay Park lot. Many ride options from 10-41 miles.

Ride in the Leelanau County area. Stop midway for breakfast. Route could be hilly. Pace of the slowest rider.

Meet at Cherry Bend Park in the parking lot east of the pavilion, which can be entered from Lincoln Road off Cherry Bend Road. Ride to/from Suttons Bay mostly on the Leelanau Trail. 32 miles. Meet at Chimoski Bakery for refreshments. Several ride groups based on speed and comfort level. Optional Lee Point Loop 40 miles or other rides for max 42 miles. Note: Map link is for the base 32 miles. Additional options available.

This event is to celebrate the volunteers that donated their time and talents to CCCC this year. It is an Invitation Only event, which each volunteer will receive by email on or about Oct. 7. Then, please use the RSVP button on this page to confirm your intention to attend, by Oct. 18, so that we can estimate our food requirements. Social Hour begins at 4:00 PM and dinner begins at 5:00 PM. Any questions, please contact Carrie, as listed under Event Contact. Feel free to come early to hike the trail around the property. You may also enjoy the corn maze for the discounted price of $10.

Ride in the Leelanau County area. Stop midway for breakfast. Route could be hilly. Pace of the slowest rider.

Ride in the Leelanau County area. Stop midway for breakfast. Route could be hilly. Pace of the slowest rider.