Welcome
to Chain Link Cyclists!!!
There
has never been a better time to start cycling – saving gas $$, getting fit,
seeing the sights and making friends all at the same time!
Chain
Link Cyclists is a not-for-profit group of cycling enthusiasts in the Freeport,
Illinois area whose purpose is to promote the personal enjoyment of bicycling
by its members and the cycling public. We all love cycling, and feel fortunate
to live in one of the country’s best cycling areas. Although many of us have
been riding for years, 2004 was the first year we’ve organized into a club,
with membership (see link to registration), a website, and most importantly, a
ride calendar. The club promotes fitness, friendship, safety and competence in
cycling.
We offer rides for those who like to
ride roads and those who prefer off-road or trails, fast and challenging rides
or leisurely and social. All our rides have one common element – FUN!
Check the website calendar for some
great rides, starting each year out with our New Year’s Day ride on January
1st.
The
club is composed of cyclists of every level imaginable. With the exception of the
Tuesday night “Bump’n’Jam” rides (which tend to be a little more aggressive), the
rides tend to be fairly leisurely, and the policy is to not leave anyone behind!
You are all invited to join us for the rides and social events!
The
calendar lists weekly rides on the new Jane Addams trail which starts north of
Freeport and presently ends in the town of Belleville, WI, about 50 miles away
(you do need a trail pass to ride the WI trails). We think this is a great way
for folks new to cycling to get started riding with a group—so check the
calendar for Tyger’s Trail Rides on Tuesdays.
The
Monday rides are another great way to ride with others at an easy pace (about 9
mph) and on some flatter less challenging roads. The season starts with 15-mile
rides, and then works up to 30-50 later in the season.
Sunday
morning rides are a bit more fitness oriented. The season starts with 30-mile
rides, and then works up to 50-60 later in the season. We start these rides at
Become
a member for only $10/yr ($20 for a family!) and be prepared to develop some
great friendships!
We
now have our very own club logo clothing too, so you can dress in style when you ride!
If you have questions, my email address is
jillyfish@gosgi.com.
We hope to see you all on the road this year!
Jilly Whiting
2008 President,
Chain Link Cyclist NFP