Rolling Hills of Barrington

Join us for our traditional July 4th ride! (*Note earlier than normal start time)

We'll have wheels rolling 7:30AM* sharp from Chicago (Foster and lakefront trail) so arrive earlier. This will be a full day with 79 miles and food, drink and hills in the middle. After ride, we’ll take the Metra home from Barrington, catching the 3:05pm train. (Fare: $3.75 to Clybourn or Irving Park, $6.75 to Ogilvie Station) https://metrarail.com/riding-metra/bikes-trains

This ride is open to all** but riders should expect 16-18 mph average with 18-20 mph rolling speeds. Ride leader will pace ride to make the 3:05pm train home (no guarantees though).

You’ll cycle up and down through the Barrington countryside amongst rolling hills, lakes, and beautiful scenery.

79 mi. route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/39741447
At mile 29, there will be a break at Woodman's Market
At mile 53, lunch break will be at Taqueria Campos, 105 N 1st St, Cary, IL.
At end of ride, have a pint at Sundial Brewing or grab some food at Jewel just before Metra departure from Barrington. Or pedal all the way home for bonus holiday miles! Some have done this in past years and will again this year.

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Ride will be cancelled/postponed if high chance of rain.
As usual, helmets required. Bring an ID, lock (optional), spare tube/tire change kit, a bungee cord for Metra, snacks, and money for food, drink, Metra fare.

Please be sure to have the route on your device so you can navigate yourself in case you can't maintain the advertised pace.

**Please note that any rider who is not a paid member of Windy City Cycling Club must complete and submit the following waiver at this link before riding: https://forms.gle/BfSfpE46z4MGNnLx9