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Springbike Bicycle Club - Box 9823
  Springfield, Missouri 65801		Bike Friendly Community

Major Rides/Events Calendar     

Note that starting times are when the rides start.Hammer it!

Welcome to our Calendar page where we strive to list all rides within a reasonable distance from Springfield. When you participate in a Springbike sponsored ride you are covered under our club liability insurance policy. Obviously, non-members will not be covered - join us and be protected.

Here’s a .pdf file showing an overview of all the Major Springbike Sponsored Ride Routes on a single map.

NEW - Weeknight Rides Page -  weeknight rides are no longer listed on this page.

The Springbike Ride Coordinator is Gary Ledford - Questions?  Send email to Gary

Please do contact us with additions/corrections/deletions.

Link to routes posted on Bikely.com  (Springfield area only link no longer works)

2012 Schedule of Events  -  Note that times are when the rides depart.
Saturday,
May 12		  Ozark Greenways
  Adventure Race		...headquartering out of the Willard Trailhead on the Frisco Highline Trail! This popular premier race has brought people in from around the country and now it's coming to our own backyard. Registration opens online on March 1. Keep up on the latest info here.
May 14-May 18 Bike to Work WeekLeave your car behind at least one day that week to get to work or school—by biking, taking the bus, carpooling, telecommuting or any combination. Register your workplace or school online! For details and to register, go to: www.ozarkgreenways.org or call 864-2015
Wednesday,
May 16		 7:00 p.m. Ride of SilenceThe Ride of Silence is a slow, silent ride that honors cyclists who’ve been injured or killed by motorists, to help raise awareness of cyclist’s rights, and to let motorists and the public know they must share the road with us. Starts from Park Central parking (north side of Olive St.) This ride is a silent and slow tour around center-city Springfield - just about 12 miles. Here’s the route.
Saturday,
May 19		  variesAIDS Project of the Ozarks - Red Ribbon Ride  Starts at Galloway Station, 30 mi/50 mi @8:30, 10 mile @10:30 - For more information visit the site or call Cecelia Havens at 881-1900.
May 25 6-8:00
   p.m. 		Bike Rodeo at Pleasant View School (Hwy AA)Presented by A&B Cycle - Bike safety, how to fix a flat, bike history, games, etc. Free. Flyer here.
Saturday,
June 2		 varies Mercy (St John's)
Nixa Bike Ride		20, 35, 70 mile options. 6-mile family ride, a 20-mile beginner ride, a 40-mile intermediate ride and a 70-mile advanced ride. Register by May 18 for free event tech shirt. For more information or to register, visit the site.
Saturday,
June 9		 varies Breast Cancer Foundation of the Ozarks - Cycle for LifeJames River Assembly Start times: 50@7:00, 25 mile @8:00, 10 mile @9:00 a.m. More info here or call Crystal Hartin at 862-3838.
Tuesday,
June 12		 7:00 p.m. Springbike CookoutFollows the Tuesday night rides at Fellowship Bible Church (just north of Hwy 60 on FR 205). Burgers, hot dogs, chips, and drinks served after the rides or about 7:00 p.m.
Saturday,
June 16		 varies Springbike Queen City CenturyStarts/ends at Springfield Brewing Company. 40, 75, 100 mi. options (No Fellows Lake Dam hill this year!) gpx file
Saturday,
June 23		 varies American Diabetes Association Tour de CureStarts at Bair’s All-American Grill, Republic, start times: 64 7:15, 32 8:30, 16 9:30 - Special for Springbike members, fundraising requirement lowered to $75! For more info contact Rachel Drake at 417-890-8400 x 6856 or by email
Tuesday,
July 10		 7:00 p.m. Springbike CookoutFollows the Tuesday night North rides at Pleasant View School (Hwy AA at FR 171). Burgers, hot dogs, chips, and drinks served after the rides or about 7:00 p.m.
Saturday,
July 21 (?)		 American Cancer Society
Bike to Battle Cancer		 
Saturday,
July 7		 Tour de Loco45, 66 & 100 mile options $20 pre-register, $25 day of ride Rest Stops with restrooms, Meal after ride Web Site:  www.locozoomos.com
Saturday,
July 14		 Tour de MonettCost will be $20 early bird pre-register by 5/31, $25 pre-register by 6/30 & $30 on the day of ride 7/14. Distances will be 40, 62 & 100. T-shirts guaranteed to all pre-registrations. Web site.
Saturday,
July 21		 8 a.m. Show-Me State Games
 Cycling		Rising Sun Baptist Church - Auxvasse, MO. Two distances will be offered - 19  miles and 28 miles.  $20 entry fee. For more information, visit the web site 
Sunday,
July 29		 9 a.m. Show-Me State Games
 Mountain Biking 		Rock Bridge Memorial State Park, Columbia, MO. $25 for beginner, marathon and sport classes.  $30 for expert. For more information, visit the web site
August 4 Tour de Cox 
Wednesday,
August 8		 7:00 p.m. Springbike CookoutFollows the Wednesday night rides at Republic Middle School (on Hines, west of US60). Burgers, hot dogs, chips, and drinks served after the rides or about 7:00 p.m.
  Kevin Umlauf Celebrate Life RideWill return in 2013
August 25 Hotter than Hell 100 
August 28 Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Poker RideNOTE NEW DATE
Thursday,
September 6		 7:00 p.m. Springbike CookoutFollows the Wednesday night rides at Center Point Church, FR 186 and FR 219. Burgers, hot dogs, chips, and drinks served after the rides or about 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, Sunday
September 8-9		 MS Bike TourReturning to Joplin!
Note the new rain and storm free date!
Saturday,
September 22		 Springbike Fall Metric CenturyStarts from Bois D’Arc Elementary. gpx file
Saturday,
September 29		 Big Dam Bridge RideLittle Rock, AR
Saturday,
October 13		 Mercy Tour de Bass 
Sunday,
November 4		 Daylight Savings Time EndsL

Link to routes posted on Bikely.com  (Springfield area only link no longer works)

Scrolling Monthly Calendar follows

Appointment Scheduling  <-- this link is to the scrolling calendar provider, keepandshare.com

Special area rides will be published with best available info and linked to that ride’s website.
Please contact them for up-to-date information.

In-State rides will be published with best available info and linked to that ride’s website.
Please contact them for up-to-date information.

Regional and National rides will be published with best available info and linked to that ride’s website.
Please contact them for up-to-date information.

Insurance requires you to be a member of the Springbike bike club to participate in the rides and you must wear a helmet. You will need to show your membership card at the rides For information on joining the club please go to Club News on the menu items at left. There may be a fee for some of the major club rides when sag and food are provided. The majority of the rides are free and no sag is provided. We stress you follow all the laws, ride in single file, be courteous to others, and help promote a positive cycling image in the community. Oh yeah, we do have FUN too.

Disclaimer: There are no provisions for traffic control. These are public roads and you ride at your own risk. The club or individuals are providing information as to where many of our members cycle. We stress that these are public roads and although traffic is usually light there has been no special provisions for your safety. To participate in the club rides helmets are required and you ride at your own risk.

All ride info above is subject to change. Please contact the members of that specific ride to determine current schedules and details. Springbike is not responsible for miscommunication and only provides this information as a service. Thank you.

 
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