Cycling for Sausage & Pierogi

Join co-ride leaders (ScottD and Ryan) on this moderately paced journey from our usual Saturday meeting spot for a ride to Scott’s family house in Whiting, Indiana for Pierogi Fest. The pace willl be an advanced social ride speed with sag (Alexis G.) located 1/2 way (Steelworker’s Park) for a brief refreshment to allow the slower folks to catch up before we head onward to Whiting.

Scott’s family (mom and sisters) will provide authentic Pierogis, Sausage & Kraut, along with water and seltzers. Bathroom on-site. (Donation bucket onsite for those so inclined). We will walk to the fest for a few hours, while the bikes are watched by Scott’s family. After a bit, we will head back to the City.

Estimated distance a nice 25 miles each way. Sag in both directions for anyone needing a drink or having issues.

Guests of members must sign a liability waiver.

RSVP’s STRONGLY encouraged a week ahead of the ride so that enoughh food and refreshments are available.

WAIVER & MEMBERSHIP
Anyone who’s not a paid member of Windy City Cycling Club must complete and submit a Liability Waiver before riding. Joining WCCC gives you access to member events and additional perks. The membership fee (only $25/year) also covers insurance and club administrative costs.

RIDE DETAILS

• Time: 9 a.m. (arrive a few minutes ahead)
• Location: Addison St. and the Lakefront Trail (Kwa-Ma-Rolas / totem pole)
• Pace: 12-15 MPH average (moderate, depending on the Lakefront Trail traffic)
• Length: ~23 miles (each way)
• Description: This is an advanced social ride because of the distance (not the speed). All are welcome and inviting friends is encouraged. Come ready to make new connections! Feel free to enjoy the full route or join the group at Queen’s Landing (~9:30 a.m.) for a shorter option.
• Route: south to Whiting, Indiana along the lakeshore path, one short stint through Shore Shore Drive (not LSD) before riding through parks (US steel workers park, Calumet park, and Whiting park)

LAST MINUTE UPDATES

Check this event on the morning of the ride. If weather conditions are poor or there’s not a ride host available, it may be canceled or changed.

WHAT TO BRING

1. Your bike (prepared for riding 20-25 miles each way).
2. A helmet (required)
3. Water bottle (there will be a sag with water 1/2 way, each way)
4. Materials for fixing a flat (there’s usually someone who can help, but you’ll need to be prepared)
5. A snack (such as a power bar)
6. Money for a donation to the sag, food, and refreshments at scott’s or the fest (and for public transit, a convenient way to get back if you’re tired or your bike has malfunctioned)
7. Bike lock (optional – there will be someone to watch the bikes while we are walking around the fest)

For club information and our full events calendar, visit windycitycyclingclub.com.