Heartland Tour
2025-09-13 07:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Genesco Brewing Company, 102 S State St, Geneseo, IL, 61254
‍♂️ Tour of the Heartland – Choose Your Challenge!
‍♂️ Tour of the Heartland – Choose Your Challenge!
Saturday, September 13, 2025
Geneseo Brewing Co., 102 S. State St., Geneseo, IL 61254
Course Opens: 7:00 AM | SAG Support Ends: 5:00 PM
We have extended the hours of support in 2025!
Join the Quad Cities Bicycle Club and Geneseo Brewing Co. for the Tour of the Heartland, a scenic and flexible ride through the Illinois countryside. Choose your distance—25, 50, 75, or 100 miles—by riding one or all four 25-mile loops. Each loop begins and ends at a central hub with a well-stocked SAG station.
Perks Include:
Lunch provided by Geneseo Brewing Co.
Live music in the afternoon
Outdoor seating and cold beverages
Proceeds benefit the SEAL Family Legacy Organization
Make It a Weekend in the Quad Cities!
Friday, September 12 – Arrive early and explore over 50 miles of scenic river trails. Craft beer lovers can enjoy stops along the QC Ale Trail. Camp along the Mississippi for a true getaway.
Sunday, September 14 – Keep the adventure going with more trail riding or join a local group ride as a guest of the club. Check the Ride Calendar for options.ptember 13, 2025

Twin Cities Bike Tour
2025-09-14 07:00 - 15:00 | Wabun Picnic Area in Minnehaha Falls Park, 4655 46th Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN, 55406
Celebrate the routes and communities that make the Twin Cities one of the top bicycling metros in the nation! The metro-wide metro-ride!

2025 USA Cycling Gravel National Championships
2025-09-20
The 2025 USA Cycling Gravel National Championships will be held in the scenic Driftless Region. Discover all event details and explore exciting activities in the area here.
ABOUT THE AREA
The routes around southeastern Minnesota out of La Crescent or Houston provide a great opportunity for challenging yet navigable courses for all abilities of gravel racing. Courses have been designed to maximize great gravel integration with minimal mixed paved road segments along bluff tops and through the coulees rewarding riders with wide-open views of stunning vistas and river valleys, some say rivaling views found in southern Europe. Complimented by apple orchards and agriculture of all sorts, riders will bask in abundant views and numerous photo opportunities.

Soldier Cutoff Hillduro - Iowa Gravel Series
2025-09-20
Once known as Pisgah Preparation, the all new Soldier Cutoff Hillduro probably comes closer to conveying how epic this race is. Is it challenging, yes. Is it worth and totally accomplishable for a normal human, yes. But, come ready to climb hills like you’ve never seen in Iowa. If you have ambitions to ride climbs out west, this is great preparation for it.
The area around the Loess Hills State Forest is amazing and hilly and beautiful. The route for this race will swing around Preparation Canyon State Park and wind through the valleys of the Little Sioux River and Soldier River Cutoff (hence the name). The geography in this area is diverse and challenging. We’re estimating the elevation on this race will be over 4,000 ft. But, like we said, it will be worth it. Every climb opens up to another vista and every descent lets you discover a new and less travelled area.
Pisgah’s City Park has great facilities, including camping and showers.

Tour de Webster
2025-09-27
‍♀️ Tour de Webster is Back — Now with an Oktoberfest Twist!
Ride the Colors of Fall | Saturday, September 27th | Webster City, Iowa
Whether you’re in it for the race or just the ride, the Tour de Webster Bike Race & Scenic Ride invites cyclists of all levels to experience Iowa’s fall foliage like never before. Choose your own adventure and enjoy a spectacular autumn day in the Webster City area!
Scenic Route – ~13 Miles (Out-and-Back)
Leisure riders will love this relaxed cruise starting at Nokomis Park, winding along the Boone River Trail, and turning around at Briggs Woods Park. This untimed ride is ideal for families, casual cyclists, and leaf peepers alike — just soak in the views and enjoy the ride.
Road Race Route – 29.5 Mile Timed Loop
The route is timed and competitive, with awards for top finishers by age group and class. Push your pace, race like a hero, and cross the finish line in time for Oktoberfest fun!
Ready to race? This looped course takes riders through Hamilton County’s scenic countryside and into the charming town of Woolstock — the birthplace of TV legend George Reeves, best known as the original Superman in the 1950s television series Adventures of Superman! ‍♂️
The race is timed with awards for top finishers. Push your pace and celebrate your finish in style!
Finish Line: Oktoberfest Party at Seneca Street Saloon
All riders — both routes — roll across the finish line at Seneca Street Saloon (919 Seneca St.), just in time for a lively Oktoberfest celebration:
German brews & local favorites
Live Polka Band – Dance-worthy and authentic
Wear your lederhosen for extra flair!
BONUS: Leaf Peeping Wagon Tours
Presented by Hamilton County Conservation, take in fall’s beauty from a different vantage point. Offered at 4:00 PM, 4:30 PM, and 5:00 PM, these scenic rides make a perfect pairing with your cycling adventure! Register separately here.
Overnight Stay Special
Traveling in? Enjoy reduced rates at AmericInn of Webster City!
Call 515-832-3999 and mention Code: BIKERIDE
Note: Discount only valid by calling the local number — not through online booking.
✅ Register Early & Save — Early Bird Deadline: August 1st!
Take advantage of discounted pricing by registering before Friday, August 1st.
After that, prices go up — so don’t wait!
Visit visitwebstercityiowa.com or contact the Webster City Area Chamber of Commerce at 515-832-2564 to sign up or learn more.
Mark your calendars. Pump your tires. Pick your path.
Webster City is ready to roll — are you?

Kato Bike Fall Fest
2025-09-27 - 2025-09-28
The Kato Bike Fall Fest is a weekend-long celebration presented by the Greater Mankato Bike Walk Advocates and BikeMN which showcases the depth of the amazing bike culture of the Greater Mankato area. Expect the best routes, treats, and fun to be found in the serenity of a Southern Minnesota autumn.

Fairfield Harvest Rush - Iowa Gravel Series
2025-10-04
Fairfield is unique and so is the Harvest Rush. The Iowa Gravel Series is excited to have this established race join the series and we plan to make it a big deal. The Harvest Rush is the championship race for the series! There will be a cash purse for the podium and lots of support from the community that is so excited to invite gravel adventurers from all over the midwest and the world!

Walk, Bike, Roll Day
2025-10-06, 2025-10-08

Iowa Bike & Trails Summit
2025-10-09 - 2025-10-10
Iowa Trails Summit – October 9th
The Iowa Trails Summit brings together trail builders, supporters, volunteers, advocates and enthusiasts from across Iowa and beyond to delve into trail development topics ranging from corridor acquisition, engineering and enhancements, to funding, maintenance and marketing.
Iowa Bike Summit – October 10th
The Iowa Bike Summit is a gathering of bicycle enthusiasts, advocates, and professionals from across the state of Iowa. It provides a platform for discussion and collaboration on a variety of topics related to bicycling, including infrastructure, policy, technology, and tourism. The summit aims to inspire, educate, and empower attendees to make Iowa a more bicycle-friendly state. It features keynote speeches, panel discussions, workshops, and networking opportunities. The summit is open to anyone who is interested in promoting bicycling as a means of transportation, recreation, and community building in Iowa.

Giving Tuesday
2025-12-02

Triple D Winter Endurance Race
2026-01-17
Race HQ Info
Bike start and finish at 7Hills Brewery, Event Center (headquarters)
Run start and finish at the Durango Trailhead (outdoor headquarters)
Get to know the Heritage Trail
Registration gear includes:
SWAG Bag (Supplements+Goodies), Raffle prize =$40+ value! Event T-Shirt (optional). Podium for a chance to take away some hardware, more free gear, plus sponsor prizes!

All racers should stick around to celebrate and share their tall tales at the 7Hills Event Center. Warm food and merriment await all weary Triple D participants and volunteers. Hydration is very important so the beverages will be flowing. Celebrate and refuel…keep the circus alive!

Triple D Biking Races

70-Mile Triple D Race
35-Mile Double D Race
20-Mile Half Double D Race
Poker Tour, Fun Ride 2026 Map (Coming Soon!)

Triple D Running Races

50K Ultra Marathon
Full Marathon
Half Marathon
5k stroll to get out of the house on a winter day

The Tales of Triple D

So here are some things that you may find useful about the race – yes, it is a bit of a circus so keep that in mind. Riders will traverse a rather scenic route by bike or by foot and enjoy the remote splendor with little support. Whether you are juggling water bottles as you skate down Heritage Trail, or you are balancing a tight-rope thin bridge on the bike route, there is something for every outdoor enthusiasts…of all ability levels.
Many riders in the area have ridden the 52-mile round trip between Heritage Pond and the Dyersville trailhead. In fact, you can start in Dubuque, ride through Durango, and end in Dyersville; it clearly connects all the D’s of the Triple D along that route. The Triple D Winter Endurance Race is proudly supported and organized by the Tri-State Mountain Bike Riders (TMBR) of Dubuque, Iowa. This event is strictly a donation to the club and made possible by volunteers of the TMBR organization. This helps to further their mission to make the Tri-state area a destination for mountain biking and other outdoor recreation. It is all made possible by building, growing, and sustaining those trails that are closer to home.
Thank you for your support!

Iowa Bike Expo & Bike Banquet
2026-01-24

Iowa Bicycle Day at the Capitol
2026-02-11 07:00 - 10:00 | Iowa State Capitol, 1007 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50309, United States
Join your voice with cyclists as we talk to our legislators about the importance of traffic safety legislation and the benefits of trails.
Don’t miss the Iowa Bicycling Day at the Capitol on February 11th, 2026. This event is your opportunity to meet with state legislators, discuss your bicycle policy priorities, and make your voice heard. Whether you’re an experienced cyclist or just starting, this is a must-attend event for anyone passionate about biking in Iowa.
Advocates play a crucial role in advancing bicycling legislation and promoting safe cycling infrastructure in their communities. By meeting with their legislators, advocates can educate them on important bicycling policies and share their personal experiences as cyclists. During the Iowa Bicycling Day at the Capitol, advocates will have the opportunity to meet with their legislators, discuss priority bicycling legislation, and make their voices heard.
Find your legislator HERE.

Celebrate Iowa's Outdoors Day 2026
2026-03-24 10:00 - 13:00 | Iowa State Capitol, 1007 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50309, United States
Come to the Capitol for interactive displays, speakers and to connect with legislators for Celebrate Iowa’s Outdoors Day!

Do you love Iowa’s outdoors?
Iowa’s parks, trails, wildlife, soil and water are all part of our quality of life and cause for celebration! Connect with legislators and meet other Iowans passionate about protecting spaces for outdoor recreation and caring for our natural resources. The day will feature:

A complimentary lunch
Interactive displays
Engaging speakers
The opportunity to share your own motivations for celebration

Full agenda to come soon!
Children and families are welcome. There will be activities for all ages to enjoy.
This is a free event, but registration is appreciated.
Come for any or all of the day. All are welcome! More details to come.

2026 Icicle Bicycle
2026-03-28

Mayor's Annual Ride 2026
2026-05-02 10:00 - 14:00
HEY DSM – SAVE THE DATE!
Join us on Saturday, May 2 at the Mayor’s Annual Ride to kick off the warmer season by riding alongside Mayor Connie Boesen and support the trails at the same time!
Sign up for this FAMILY FRIENDLY event today at DSM.city/MARLet’s ride together for a better Des Moines!
Thank you for supporting our community’s cycling culture. Let’s ride together for a better Des Moines!

Pigtails Ride 2026
2026-05-16

Ride of Silence 2026
2026-05-20 18:30 - 20:00
2026 marks the 22nd year that BIKEIOWA has been hosting the Ride of Silence in Des Moines.

Join cyclists nationwide in a silent slow-paced ride (max. 12 mph) in honor of those who have been injured or killed while cycling on Iowa’s public roadways. 6:30 pm -7:00 pm – various speakers and crowd participation to share why they come to the Ride of Silence and for who. Ride starts at 7:00 pm sharp. Check out the 2025 Ride of Silence Video

www.rideofsilence.org

Why does this ride exist?

To HONOR those who have been injured or killed
To RAISE AWARENESS that we are here
To ask that we all SHARE THE ROAD

THE RIDE OF SILENCE WILL NOT BE QUIET On May 20th, the Ride of Silence will roll across the country, starting at 7:00 pm. Over 250+ U.S.locations in 45+ states and 30+ countries in 4+ continents will take to the roads in a silent procession to honor cyclists who have been killed or injured while cycling on public roadways. Although cyclists have a legal right to share the road with motorists, the motoring public often isn’t aware of these rights, and sometimes not aware of the cyclists themselves.
Please ride a slow 10-12 mph or less.
Iowa “Ride of Silence” Statistics
Please review BIKEIOWA.com/RideOfSilence for a list of present and past cyclists we have called out before each ride.
See someone NOT on the list? – Please email Biker@BIKEIOWA.com and we will add them to the list ASAP!

Photo credits – Dave Mable & Ken Sherman

TOMRV 2026
2026-06-06 - 2026-06-07
TOMRV 2026: June 6–7
Registration is Now Open
Cyclists, mark your calendars—TOMRV is back for its 47th year, and it’s packed with new perks, scenic routes, and unforgettable experiences!
Organized by the Quad Cities Bicycle Club, the Tour of the Mississippi River Valley (TOMRV) is a two-day cycling adventure through the glacier-carved Mississippi River Valley. Whether you’re chasing a century or just looking for a scenic challenge, TOMRV has something for everyone.

Ride Highlights

Two Starting Points
Bettendorf, IA – covers approximately 108 miles to Dubuque, Iowa. This year the route will be all in Iowa due road and bridge construction.
Goose Lake, IA (Northeast High School) – for a shorter route option of approximately 72 miles.
New for 2026
One Day Pass – $109 for just the ride or $139 for the ride and Saturday night buffet meal.

Registration – Two Day Tour

$219 Until May 31st.
$239 After May 31st

Includes:

Access to all SAG stops for Saturday and Sunday
Gear transport on one of the baggage trucks to / from Dubuque
Evening meal at Loras College
Free Camping & Showers, Sleeping bag space also available in air conditioned space
Dorm rooms available for rent

Registration – One Day Tour

$109 for just the ride one day
$139 for one day ride and Saturday evening meal

Includes:

Access to all SAG stops on the day ridden
Full access to amenities for one day
Does not include gear transport back to rider’s starting location.

Mechanical Support

Certified bike mechanics on route both days

Packet Pickup

Bettendorf

Friday evening, June 5th
Saturday morning, June 6th

Goose Lake

Saturday morning, June 6th

REgistration Link

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Bacoon Ride 2026
2026-06-20

Big Rove Ride 2026
2026-06-27

2026 USA Cycling Gravel National Championships
2026-09-12
The 2026 USA Cycling Gravel National Championships will again be held in the picturesque Driftless Region of Houston County, in Southeast Minnesota. The City of La Crescent and the region are proud to host year two that this event is coming to Houston County, Minnesota with the routes leaving out of La Crescent and traversing through the City of Houston provide a great opportunity for challenging yet scenic courses for national caliber gravel racing. All four course lengths have been designed to maximize southeast Minnesota’s champaign gravel with challenging climbs, breathtaking vistas, and hidden valleys. The course has a few twists including a segment through an apple orchard and a gravel quarry.
