ICORR - IOWA COALITION OF OFF-ROAD RIDERS

Monday Night Gravel
2025-05-26 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-06-02 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-06-09 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | World of Bikes, 723 S. Gilbert St., Iowa City, IA, 52240, United States
No-drop 20-30 mile gravel ride. No riders are left behind! The loop will vary weekly and end at Big Grove Brewery in Iowa City.

2sday 2Wheelers Ride
2025-05-27 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-06-03 09:00 - 12:00
TUESDAY morning rides (aka Tuesday 2-Wheelers or T2W) take place mid-April through October (weather permitting) and range in distance from 20 to 40+ miles. Club membership is not required, but it is encouraged.
Start times and locations change with the calendar. Start time is when bikes are expected to depart. Plan on arriving 10 to 15 minutes prior to the scheduled start for sign in and ride briefing. Consult the online BIC Calendar for each ride’s location and start time and to DOWNLOAD the GPS route file to your phone or bike computer. (Instructions here.) In case of inclement weather, the ride host will post the cancellation on the BIC Facebook Page at least two hours before the scheduled start time.
Tuesday rides welcome any rider comfortable with the distances we ride. It is not uncommon for riders to ride less than the full route, but tell the ride host if you plan to do that. Most T2W riders average 13-16 mph. Faster and slower riders will ride at their own pace. That includes the ride host, so it is important that all riders have access to the route map. Most T2W routes will have one or two scheduled rest/refuel stops at restaurants or convenience stores. There may be additional regrouping stops at the ride host’s discretion. Ride hosts will communicate this information prior to departure.

Women Trans Femme Night
2025-05-27 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-06-03 18:00 - 20:00 | Iowa City Bike Library, 1222 S Gilbert Ct, Iowa City, IA, 52240, United States
Non-binary, femme, trans* women Night at the Bike Library. We offer bicycle repair instruction for women-identified and gender-nonconforming individuals lead by mechanics who also fit that description. This is a free program though you can choose to donate $5/hr. We encourage women-identifying and gender-nonconforming folks to learn bicycle maintenance and repair firsthand in a shop setting.
Every Tuesday from 6-8 we meet to work on bikes, talk about bikes, and simply hang out in a space that everyone who identifies as W/T/F Non-binary feel welcome and comfortable. The Bike Library is committed to building a culturally diverse volunteer base and strongly encourages POC, non-binary, W/T/F folks from the public to take advantage of the public programs we offer.

Tuesday Trails | Sugar Bottom Group Ride
2025-05-27 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-06-03 18:00 - 20:00 | Sugar Bottom Bike Trail, 2192 Mehaffey Bridge Rd. NE, Solon, IA, 52333, United States
This is a fun and friendly ride at the Sugar Bottom mountain bike trails. Open to all experience levels.
The group meets at the main parking lot for the mountain bike trails – right by the beach and frisbee golf course. Please visit the official Tuesday Trails webpage each week to ensure the ride is on.

Wednesday Gravel with Sugar Bottom Bikes
2025-05-28 17:45 - 21:00, 2025-06-04 17:45 - 21:00 | Sugar Bottom Bikes, 325 Dubuque St., North Liberty, IA, 52317, United States
Every Wednesday (April 16 – October 1) meet at SBB for Wednesday Night Gravel. Meet at 5:45pm. Roll out at 6:00pm. There will be three groups: A, B, and C. Groups leave SBB @ ~3min intervals. Ride ends at Field Day Brewing (optional). Read an overview of the three groups below. Visit Sugar Bottom Bike’s website for full details for each group and to sign up to lead or sweep. Ride Leaders and Sweepers also earn $10 store credit per ride!
C Group (Beginner/Casual)

No Drop Ride w/ sweeper. Beginner and youth friendly.
Ride distance ~16 miles (uses parts of A/B route but shorter loop)
Pace 12.5mph average. Conversational pace.

B Group (Intermediate/Tempo)

Drop Ride w/ sweeper if available
Ride distance 27-33 miles (same route as A Group)
Pace 15mph average +/-.5mph

A Group (Advanced/Threshold)

Drop Ride no sweeper
Ride distance 27-33 miles
Pace 17.5mph average +/- 1mph

Wednesday Gravel with Sugar Bottom Bikes
2025-05-28 17:50 - 21:00, 2025-06-04 17:50 - 21:00 | Sugar Bottom Bikes, 325 Dubuque St., North Liberty, IA, 52317, United States
Every Wednesday (April 16 – October 1) meet at SBB for Wednesday Night Gravel. Meet at 5:50pm. Roll out at 6:05pm. There will be three groups: A, B, and C. Groups leave SBB @ ~2min intervals. Ride ends at Field Day Brewing (optional). Read an overview of the three groups below. Visit Sugar Bottom Bike’s website for full details for each group and to sign up to lead or sweep. Ride Leaders and Sweepers also earn $10 store credit per ride!
C Group (Casual)

No Drop Ride w/ sweeper. Beginner and youth friendly.
Ride distance ~16-20 miles (uses parts of A/B route but shorter loop)
Pace 12.5mph average. Conversational pace.

B Group (Tempo)

Drop Ride w/ sweeper if available
Ride distance 27-33 miles (same route as A Group)
Pace 15mph average +/-.5mph

A Group (Threshold)

Drop Ride no sweeper
Ride distance 27-33 miles
Pace 17.5mph average +/- 1mph

BIC’s Wednesday Night Social Ride
2025-05-28 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-06-04 18:00 - 20:00
Every Wednesday evening the Bicyclists of Iowa City go on a ride in the Iowa City Area. Check out their event calendar for the details about each weekly ride, as the meeting location and route change each week.

Drop In Ride
2025-05-29 17:45 - 20:30, 2025-06-05 17:45 - 20:30 | Riverfront Crossings Park, 1101 S Clinton St, Iowa City, 52240
The Drop In bike ride is an informal, ride at your own risk road ride that departs on Thursday evenings from Riverfront Crossing Park in Iowa City at 5:45pm. The ride is fast paced (typically 19-22 mph ave speed) with an average distance of about 35-40 miles. A strong base level of fitness is recommended. The ride emphasizes double pace line drafting, rotating pace line drafting, working together, maintaining steady speeds, and riding safely.
If you are new to the ride, try to show up 10 minutes early to ask questions and get tips. This is a drop ride, meaning that if you get dropped from the group, you should be prepared to find your own way back home. There’s no shame in getting dropped, we’ve all been there. In fact, one of the best ways to learn is to join the ride and hang on as long as you can. If you get too tired, simply drop off, enjoy the rest of the ride, and try again next time.
Road bike recommended for most mortals…or at least a bike with skinny tires. Lights are required (or at least highly recommended for the ride home). No aero bars. No e-bikes. Be prepared to fix a flat or call a friend for a ride home if you have mechanical issues. There’s no sweeper on this ride. If the weather is bad, it’s safe to assume no one will be riding.
Learn more about Group Ride Etiquette here.

World of Bikes Cajun Fest celebrating Bike Month
2025-05-29 18:30 - 20:00 | World of Bikes, 723 S. Gilbert St., Iowa City, IA, 52240, United States
Our own cajun and bike tech, Julien Champagne, will be fixing some authentic Louisiana cuisine for all of us to enjoy. Food and beverages are on us, but we will be collecting donations for a couple of our favorite cycling non-profits, ICORR and the Bike Library. Come early to ensure you get to a taste!

Gatos En Ronda
2025-05-30 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-06-06 18:00 - 20:00 | Iowa City Bike Library, 1222 S Gilbert Ct, Iowa City, IA, 52240, United States
Meet at the Bike Library at 1222 South Gilbert Court at 6PM for a 10 – 15 mile no-drop (meaning we won’t leave anyone behind) community ride. Each week a new person leads and you can follow @bikelibrarian on Instagram for Thursday updates on the route each week. The Bike Library is open one-hour before and after the ride for quick fixes and hangs. Come as early as 5PM to pump your tires, lube the chain, check the shifting, etc. Beginner friendly, trails and secret passages, and ice cream stops.

How to plan an unforgettable cycling tour
2025-05-30 19:00 - 20:30 | Iowa City Bike Library, 1222 S Gilbert Ct, Iowa City, IA, 52240, United States
We’ll dive into how to plan your own unforgettable cycling trip—especially in Europe, but with tips that apply anywhere. From booking flights and finding cool places to stay, to packing your gear and mapping out scenic routes, you’ll get the full roadmap (plus a few funny stories from the road).

After the presentation, we’ll hang out for a casual social session—so bring your own travel stories, tips, hacks, and questions to share! If you’ve toured before (or just dreamt about it), we’d love to hear what’s worked for you—or what you’re hoping to figure out.

What: A presentation for curious cyclists, dreamers, and planners alike.
Where: Iowa City Bike Library
When: May 30th, 7:00 -8:00 pm (presentation) / 8:00 – 8:30 pm (Question/Social)
Who: Presented by Jim Cochran & Lisa DeShano
Price/Cost: Suggested donation to Cycling Without Age at the Bike Library (CWA@BL)

Optional but encouraged: bring a six-pack or your favorite drink to share.

Bike Library WTF Overnight Bikepacking Tour to Kent Park
2025-05-31 - 2025-06-01 | Iowa City Bike Library, 1222 S Gilbert Ct, Iowa City, IA, 52240, United States
Saturday, May 31 to Sunday June 1, 2025: Women/Trans/Femme Overnight Bikepacking Trip to Kent Park in partnership with Kristen Morrow at Johnson County Conservation. Registration limited to 30 people. Registration will open May 1, 2025
Biking, kayaking, hiking, campfire, & community! ~20-22 miles with some gravel each way. Much of the route will be along the Clear Creek Trail and will be posted soon.
Fee is $20 per person that is a $10 donation to the Bike Library and $10 donation to the Johnson County Conservation Board.
Come down to the Bike Library to get your bike ready. Install a rack, look for panniers, get tuned up.
Many people have panniers and equipment to share. Please inquire susanstamnes@gmail.com.

Nature Bop! Fun Ride
2025-05-31 10:00 - 11:00
This self-guided bike challenge is an easy, flat ride that is open to persons of all ages. A JCC Naturalist will be present to help get you started and then you, friends, and family can bop on down the trail to complete fun nature-based activities. Nature interpretation and challenge activity stations will be set up along the bike trail where participants will learn about the natural environment and wildlife of our area, complete silly feats of strength, and complete other challenges and puzzles. Participants must register but can arrive anytime between 10 and 11 am to participate.

All riders must wear a helmet and you are encouraged to dress up yourself and/or your bike in a fun nature theme!

Registration automatically closes one day in advance. If you are fully registered, you can expect to receive an email “receipt” from MyCountyParks after registration. You will also receive an email from the leading naturalist a couple days in advance of the program. If you do not receive these emails, you may not be registered; call 319-645-1011 for assistance in this case.

JCC is committed to providing equal opportunity for participation in all programs, services and activities. We welcome and encourage people with disabilities to attend programs and events. Accommodations may be requested by contacting naturalist staff at 319-645-1011 or jccnaturalists@gmail.com

BIC’s Saturday Ride
2025-05-31 10:00 - 13:00, 2025-06-07 10:00 - 13:00
Every Saturday the Bicyclists of Iowa City go on a ride in the Iowa City Area. Check out their event calendar for the details about each weekly ride, as the meeting location and route change each week.

Rent a Bench
2025-05-31 10:00 - 15:00, 2025-06-07 10:00 - 15:00 | Iowa City Bike Library, 1222 S Gilbert Ct, Iowa City, IA, 52240, United States
Want to work on your own bike, but need tools and space to do it? Rent-a-bench is $5/hr for the public and free for active volunteers. Bike Library Volunteers will only perform repairs on Checkout bikes not rent-a-bench participants. However, depending on volunteers staffed, we can answer questions.

Test a Trek
2025-05-31 10:00 - 15:00 | Scheels, 1461 Coral Ridge Ave, Coralville, IA, 52241, United States
SCHEELS, in partnership with TREK, invite you to an exclusive event showcasing the latest and greatest in cycling technology. Experience the thrill of the newest e-bikes, feel the speed of the latest road bikes, and conquer any terrain with our top-of-the-line mountain bikes.

Join us and representatives from Trek and other industry-leading vendors for an unforgettable day of test rides, product demonstrations, and expert advice. Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or just starting out, this event offers the perfect opportunity to discover the perfect bike for your needs and riding style.

This is a free event! You must bring your ID to ride. You must also be 18 or accompanied by a parent to sign a waiver.

CRANDIC Time Trial Series
2025-06-03 18:30 - 21:00 | Big Grove Solon, 101 W. Main St., Solon, IA, 52333, United States
The CRANDIC Time Trial Series presented by Steindler Orthopedics is hosted by Big Grove Solon. The 10-mile individual time trial, the “race of truth,” is especially fast and fun along Sutliff Road, one of the prettiest and most bike-friendly routes around. Choose from several categories. USA Cycling license required, with 1-day licenses available. As always, Juniors race free. Join us at Big Grove Solon on the first Tuesday of every month. Register for the whole series — 4 nights of racing — for just $45!

Race Categories

Junior Girls & Boys
Open Women & Men
Category 4 & 5 (beginners)
Masters Women & Men 40+/50+/60+/70+
Breakaway (nothing aero)
Fat Bike
Hand Cycle
Don’t see yours? Name it!

Bike-in Beats
2025-06-06 17:00 - 22:00 | Iowa City Bike Library, 1222 S Gilbert Ct, Iowa City, IA, 52240, United States
Come Friday, June 6, 2025 from 5-10pm! Bike-in for a dance party, food trucks, and community fun to support the Bike Library!
Details:

Bike-in or there is ample car parking across the street.
BYOCup–we’ll fill it up. NA beverages, beer and wine available.
Three food trucks to choose from or bring a picnic.
Lots of seating or bring your favorite chair.
Most importantly, what will you wear?!
