MTC3 North - Lake Bluff
2025-09-06 07:45 - 12:30 (America/Chicago) | Private: Evanston township High School, 1600 Dodge Avenue, Evanston, 60201, United States
We’re heading up north! Join us for a fun 50 mile ride, from Evanston to Lake Bluff! There will be a mid-ride short stop at Hansa Coffee in Lake Bluff and a post-ride stop at The Laundry Cafe in Evanston for all who want to join us!
Start Location: Evanston Township High School – 1600 Dodge Ave, Evanston, IL 60201 (In the parking lot next to the baseball field behind the school)
Date: Saturday – September 6th
Gather Time: 7:45a
Departure Time: 8:00a (SHARP)
End Time: 12:30 pm
Rolling Speed: 18-20 mph
Distance: 50-55 miles
Ride leader: Mulubwa Munkanta | (313) 282-4364 | mulubwamunkanta@yahoo.com
Drop/No Drop: No Drop (Please be sure that you are able to ride at a rolling speed of 18-20 mph for the entire distance. We will always stop for flats/mechanicals)
Additional Information: This MTC3 ride is from Evanston, IL to Lake Bluff and back. The route will take us from Evanston on a scenic ride through several North Shore communities as we head to Lake Bluff. The ride will be entirely on the road. There will be a short coffeeshop stop at Hansa Coffee in Lake Bluff before we head back. At the end of the ride we will head to The Laundry Cafe. We Are Asking Everyone To Wear MTC3 Gear if you have one.
HELMETS ARE REQUIRED ON ALL MAJOR TAYLOR CHICAGO RIDES!
WHAT TO BRING TO AN MTC3 RIDE:

Major Taylor Trail Annual Celebration 2025
2025-09-06 09:00 - 12:00 | Dan Ryan Woods Grove 16, 2199 W. 83rd Street, Chicago, IL, 60620, United States
Ride with us to promote health, community, and active living in underserved neighborhoods on Chicago’s South Side. Let’s pedal together for positive change and a healthier future. Registration is required! Register Here
Start Location: Dan Ryan Woods Grove 16 (2199 W. 83rd Street Chicago, IL 60620)
Departure Time: 9:00 am
Help us make a bigger impact by inviting your friends, family, and neighbors to join this celebration of community and well-being. Share this event and use the hashtag #PedalForChangeCHI to connect with fellow participants.
Don’t miss this opportunity to ride with purpose and create positive change in our communities. Together, we can make a difference!

Monday Night Malarkey
2025-09-08 17:30 - 19:30, 2025-09-22 17:30 - 19:30, 2025-09-29 17:30 - 19:30, 2025-10-06 17:30 - 19:30, 2025-10-13 17:30 - 19:30, 2025-10-20 17:30 - 19:30 | Menards Parking Lot, 21630 S Cicero Ave, Matteson, 60443, United States
Multiple Pace groups, so find your vibe with us along the beautiful Old Plank Trail! Whether you’re looking to keep it chill or crank it up, we’ve got a group for you!
Start Location: Menards parking lot (21630 S Cicero Ave, Matteson, IL 60443)
Dates: Mondays throughout the riding season
Departure Time: 5:30 pm
End Time: 60 mins or Sunset
Average Speed: Variety dependent on how many riders A Group: 17 mph | B Group: 14-15 mph | C Group 10-12 mph
Ride Leader: Mike Wiggins Jr | (708) 915-9164
Drop/No Drop: Absolutely a NO DROP ride. No one rides alone
Additional Information: We Are Asking Everyone To Wear MTC3 Gear. Bring lights and dress accordingly.
We will ride only if weather is permitting. Check with the ride leader before traveling to the ride to see if the ride will be cancelled due to weather.
HELMETS ARE REQUIRED ON ALL MAJOR TAYLOR CHICAGO RIDES!
WHAT TO BRING TO AN MTC3 RIDE:

One Minute Pull Together
2025-09-10 17:30 - 19:00 | 7-Eleven, 425 Sauk Trail, Park Forest, United States
Come hammer out some miles after work at a fun pace because this is what we do! No one pulls alone, we’re all pulling together!
Start Location: 7- Eleven 425 Sauk Trail Park Forest, Il
Date: Wednesday’s through the end of the season
Departure Time: 5:30 pm
End Time: 7:00 pm
Average Speed: 18-20 mph
Distance: 24-25 miles
Drop/No Drop: No Drop as long as you can ride at the stated pace.
Ride Leader: Lester Hampton (708)-926-4501
Additional Information: We are asking everyone to wear your MTC3 Gear
We will ride only if weather is permitting. Check with the ride leader before traveling to the ride to see if the ride will be cancelled due to weather.
HELMETS ARE REQUIRED ON ALL MAJOR TAYLOR CHICAGO RIDES!
WHAT TO BRING TO AN MTC3 RIDE:

Friday Morning Freewheeling
2025-09-12 09:00 - 11:30, 2025-09-19 09:00 - 11:30, 2025-09-26 09:00 - 11:30, 2025-10-03 09:00 - 11:30 | Columbia Woods, 8424 Willow Springs Rd, Willow Springs, 60480, United States
Explore the beauty and nature of Columbia Woods with us!
Start Location: Columbia Woods (8424 Willow Springs Rd, Willow Springs, IL 60480). Trail entrance sits in front of the Speedway gas station follow this road to trails parking lot.
Dates: Fridays during the season
Departure: 9:00 am SHARP
End Time: 11:30 am
Average Speed: 14-15 mph
Distance: 25-36 miles
Ride Leader: Celeste Adams (815-277-9567) | Darlene Davis (darlenedavis2014@gmail.com)
Drop/No Drop: No Drop as long as you keep the pace of the ride
Additional Information: We Are Asking Everyone To Wear MTC3 Gear if you have one. Please DO NOT park at the Speedway Gas Station. The gas station is near the entrance to the trail parking lot. Please park at the trailhead parking lot.
We will ride only if weather is permitting. Check with the ride leader before traveling to the ride to see if the ride will be cancelled due to weather.
HELMETS ARE REQUIRED ON ALL MAJOR TAYLOR CHICAGO RIDES!
WHAT TO BRING TO AN MTC3 RIDE:

County Line Apple Orchard Ride
2025-10-04 10:00 - 15:00 | Wicker Park, 8554 Indianapolis Blvd, Highland, Indiana, 46322
We’re rolling to County Line Orchard located down the street from the Bike Barn. I know you’re asking, “What’s the sense riding my bike to an Apple Orchard if I can’t carry anything? Well this will be your lucky day because we are providing sag vehicles that can carry your extra shoes so you can enjoy the orchard in comfort. The sag vehicle will also carry your purchased items back to the start (Wicker Park or Oak Savannah). Imagine going to a place that grows dozens of different varieties of apples from sweet to tart. What kind of pie or cobbler can you make with that? How about buying apple cider extracted that very day? Or apple donuts from their bakery? This is a family friendly event! Be sure to ask your family to join you at the orchard at 12 noon! https://www.countylineorchard.com/ 200 S County Line Rd. Hobart, In 46342
This ride has 4 options. Please choose the option that best suits how you’d like to ride. RSVP below so we have a count!
Date: Saturday, October 4, 2025
Option 1
Departure Time: 10:30 am SHARP
End Time: 3:00 pm
Start Location: Wicker Memorial Park, 8554 Indianapolis Blvd, Highland, IN 46322
Average Speed: 17+ mph
Distance: 34 miles
Ride Leader: Ojie Murchison | (708) 945-5545
Drop/No Drop: No Drop
Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48550214
Additional Information: For this ride we ask each of you to wear the new red 2025 MTC3 kit if you have one. If you don’t have the new one, please wear the old red MTC3 kit that you do have.

Option 2
Departure Time: 10:00 am SHARP
End Time: 3:00 pm
Start Location: Wicker Memorial Park, 8554 Indianapolis Blvd, Highland, IN 46322
Average Speed: 15 mph
Distance: 34 miles
Ride Leader: Mike Wiggins Jr (708) 915-9164 | Danielle McKinnie (773) 294-5417
Drop/No Drop: No Drop
Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48549998
Additional Information: For this ride we ask each of you to wear the new red 2025 MTC3 kit if you have one. If you don’t have the new one, please wear the old red MTC3 kit that you do have.

Option 3
Departure Time: 10:15 am SHARP
End Time: 3:00 pm
Start Location: Oak Savannah Trail Parking Lot, https://maps.app.goo.gl/2i39uvTgu9Uc4Ltj7
Average Speed: 12-13 mph
Distance: 20 miles
Ride Leader: Francis Brantley | (708) 925-5119
Drop/No Drop: No Drop
Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48489309
Additional Information: For this ride we ask each of you to wear the new red 2025 MTC3 kit if you have one. If you don’t have the new one, please wear the old red MTC3 kit that you do have.

Option 4 – Orchard Only
Family and Friends, please meet us at the orchard.
Meetup Time: 12:00 noon SHARP
Location: County Line Orchard, 200 S County Line Rd. Hobart, In 46342 https://maps.app.goo.gl/ngSedePAK9aftzZ28
Additional Information: For this ride we ask each of you to wear the new red 2025 MTC3 kit if you have one. If you don’t have the new one, please wear the old red MTC3 kit that you do have.
We will ride only if weather is permitting. Check with the ride leader before traveling to the ride to see if the ride will be cancelled due to weather.
HELMETS ARE REQUIRED ON ALL MAJOR TAYLOR CHICAGO RIDES!
WHAT TO BRING TO AN MTC3 RIDE:

Monday Night Malarkey (FINALE)
2025-10-27 17:30 - 19:30 | Menards Parking Lot, 21630 S Cicero Ave, Matteson, 60443, United States

Rich's Inaugural Fat Bike Ride
2025-11-15 09:00 - 11:00 | Menards Parking Lot, 21630 S Cicero Ave, Matteson, 60443, United States
Let’s Ride! Join us for Rich’s Inaugural Fat Bike Ride! Ride for 2 hours at your own pace. We will head west towards Frankfort! There will be a coffee stop. See you there!
Start Location: Menards Parking Lot South End (21630 S Cicero Ave, Matteson, IL 60443)
Departure Time: 9:00am SHARP
End Time: 11:00 am
Average Speed: Ride At Your Own Pace
Distance: 10+ miles
Ride leader: Rich Anderson | (773) 406-4064
Drop/No Drop: Absolute No Drop Ride.
Additional Information: We Are Asking Everyone To Wear MTC3 Gear if you have it. Check with the ride leader before traveling to the ride to see if the ride will be cancelled due to weather.
HELMETS ARE REQUIRED ON ALL MAJOR TAYLOR CHICAGO RIDES!
WHAT TO BRING TO AN MTC3 RIDE:

60 In November
2025-11-15 09:00 - 12:30 | Eggers Grove, S Ave E & 112th St., Chicago, 60617, United States
We’re rolling to Miller Beach from Eggers! Come out for the fun and take advantage of 60 degrees in November!
Start Location: Eggers Grove (11251-11249 S Ave E, Chicago, IL 60617)
Departure Time: 9:00am SHARP
End Time: 12:30 pm
Average Speed: 15-18mph
Distance: 47 miles
Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/53064663
Ride leader: Amy Johnson | (847) 858-9553
Drop/No Drop: No-Drop as long as you are keeping the speed of the ride. The group will pull over for mechanicals or mishaps
Additional Information: We Are Asking Everyone To Wear MTC3 Gear if you have it. We will alternate between Bike Barn and Crown Point each week
We will ride only if weather is permitting. Check with the ride leader before traveling to the ride to see if the ride will be cancelled due to weather.
HELMETS ARE REQUIRED ON ALL MAJOR TAYLOR CHICAGO RIDES!
WHAT TO BRING TO AN MTC3 RIDE:

Armont's Ride To Lemont
2025-11-15 10:15 - 12:45 | Bartel Grasslands, Central Ave & Flossmoor Rd, Tinley Park, IL, 60477, United States
A great opportunity to get out and get the legs spinning! Join us for an uptempo ride to Lemont!
RIDE DETAILS
Start Location: Bartel Grasslands (Central Ave & Flossmoor Rd, Tinley Park, IL 60477)
Departure Time: 10:15 am
End Time: 12:45 pm
Average Speed: 17-18 mph
Distance: 40 Miles
Route: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/414177074
Ride leader: Armont Nash | (708) 833-6048
Drop/No Drop: No Drop . The group will pull over for mechanicals or mishaps.
Additional Information: We are asking everyone to wear your Major Taylor Gear
We will ride only if weather is permitting. Check with the ride leader before traveling to the ride to see if the ride will be cancelled due to weather.
HELMETS ARE REQUIRED ON ALL MAJOR TAYLOR CHICAGayO RIDES!
WHAT TO BRING TO AN MTC3 RIDE:

"We Outside" - Fat & Gravel Bike Ride
2026-03-21 10:45 - 13:30 | Waterfall Glen, Waterfall Glen Main Trail, Lemont, IL, 60439, United States
70 degrees on Saturday so We Outside! Join us for another Fat & Gravel Bike Adventure at Waterfall Glen Trails in Lemont!
Start Location: Waterfall Glen Parking Lot (Waterfall Glen Main Trail, Lemont, IL 60439)
Departure Time: 10:45 am Arrivals | 11:00a SHARP Depart
End Time: 1:30 pm
Average Speed: 12 mph
Distance: 20 miles (2 Laps)
Ride leader: Terry Ulmer | 815-546-1059
Drop/No Drop: No Drop . The group will pull over for mechanicals or mishaps.
Additional Information: Wear MTC3 gear if you have it
We will ride only if weather is permitting. Check with the ride leader before traveling to the ride to see if the ride will be cancelled due to weather.
HELMETS ARE REQUIRED ON ALL MAJOR TAYLOR CHICAGO RIDES!
WHAT TO BRING TO AN MTC3 RIDE:

Monday Night Malarkey Pop Up
2026-03-30 18:00 - 19:30 | Menards Parking Lot, 21630 S Cicero Ave, Matteson, 60443, United States
Multiple Pace groups, so find your vibe with us along the beautiful Old Plank Trail! Whether you’re looking to keep it chill or crank it up, we’ve got a group for you! Please bring your lights!
Start Location: Menards parking lot (21630 S Cicero Ave, Matteson, IL 60443)
Departure Time: 6:00 pm SHARP
End Time: 60 mins or Sunset
Average Speed: Variety dependent on how many riders A Group: 17 mph | B Group: 14-15 mph | C Group 10-12 mph
Ride Leader: Mike Wiggins Jr | 708-915-9164
Drop/No Drop: Absolutely a NO DROP ride. No one rides alone
Additional Information: We Are Asking Everyone To Wear MTC3 Gear. Bring lights and dress accordingly.
We will ride only if weather is permitting. Check with the ride leader before traveling to the ride to see if the ride will be cancelled due to weather.
HELMETS ARE REQUIRED ON ALL MAJOR TAYLOR CHICAGO RIDES!
WHAT TO BRING TO AN MTC3 RIDE:

Monday Night Malarkey
2026-04-06 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-04-13 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-04-20 18:00 - 19:30 | Menards Parking Lot, 21630 S Cicero Ave, Matteson, 60443, United States
Multiple Pace groups to just get out and ride, so find your vibe with us along the beautiful Old Plank Trail! Whether you’re looking to keep it chill or crank it up, we’ve got a group for you!
Start Location: Menards parking lot (21630 S Cicero Ave, Matteson, IL 60443)
Dates: Mondays throughout the riding season
Departure Time: 6:00 pm
End Time: 60 mins or Sunset
Average Speed: Variety dependent on how many riders B Group: 17 mph | C Group: 14-15 mph | D Group 10-12 mph
Ride Leader: Mike Wiggins Jr | 708-915-9164
Drop/No Drop: Absolutely a NO DROP ride. No one rides alone
Additional Information: We Are Asking Everyone To Wear MTC3 Gear. Bring lights and dress accordingly.
We will ride only if weather is permitting. Check with the ride leader before traveling to the ride to see if the ride will be cancelled due to weather.
HELMETS ARE REQUIRED ON ALL MAJOR TAYLOR CHICAGO RIDES!
WHAT TO BRING TO AN MTC3 RIDE:

Flash And Go
2026-04-14 06:00 - 08:00, 2026-04-16 06:00 - 08:00 | 3434 E 87th St., Chicago, IL, Chicago, United States
Come experience the Flash! We’re keeping it steady with an uptempo pace as we roll throughout the Chicagoland area!
RIDE DETAILS
Start Location: 87th St & DuSable Lake Shore Dr. Chicago, IL 60617
Date: Tuesday’s & Thursday’s throughout the season
Departure Time: 6:00 am SHARP
End Time: 8:00 am
Average Speed: 16-18 mph
Distance: 25 miles
Ride leader: Dwayne Cooper (773) 640-1322
Drop/No Drop: No Drop . The group will pull over for mechanicals or mishaps.
Additional Information: We Are Asking Everyone To Wear MTC3 Gear if you have one. This is a non-stop loop
We will ride only if weather is permitting. Check with the ride leader before traveling to the ride to see if the ride will be cancelled due to weather.
HELMETS ARE REQUIRED ON ALL MAJOR TAYLOR CHICAGO RIDES!
WHAT TO BRING TO AN MTC3 RIDE

Big Ring
2026-04-14 18:00 - 19:30 | Bartel Grasslands, Central Ave & Flossmoor Rd, Tinley Park, IL, 60477, United States
MTC3’s Signature for Group Ride Vibes! Test your endurance on this thrilling ride where you can ride efficiently in pacelines! Come experience the Big Ring!
Start Location: Bartel Grasslands (Central Ave & Flossmoor Rd, Tinley Park, IL 60477)
Dates: Tuesdays throughout the season
Departure Time: 6:00 pm SHARP
End Time: 7:30 pm
Average Speed: A Group: 20-21mph | B Group: 17-18mph
Distance: A Group 36 miles | B Group 29 miles
Ride Leader: James Davis | (312) 498-1245
Drop/No Drop: Drop for A group. No Drop for B group as long as you can maintain listed speed. The group will pull over for mechanicals or mishaps.
Additional Information: We Are Asking Everyone To Wear MTC3 Gear. This is a non stop performance ride. Overall focus will be on riding efficiently with emphasis on: Riding safely with others, pace lines, riding positions(drops), breathing, hydrating, attacks, cadence, changing gears, climbing, teamwork, communication, drafting, and dropping.
We will ride only if weather is permitting. Check with the ride leader before traveling to the ride to see if the ride will be cancelled due to weather.
HELMETS ARE REQUIRED ON ALL MAJOR TAYLOR CHICAGO RIDES!
WHAT TO BRING TO AN MTC3 RIDE:

Suburban Morning Brisk
2026-04-15 05:30 - 07:00, 2026-04-16 05:30 - 07:00, 2026-04-17 05:30 - 07:00, 2026-04-20 05:30 - 07:00 | Lansing Woods, 186th St. & Oakley Ave., Bloom Township, IL, 60438, United States
Come experience the Suburban Morning Brisk, an uptempo ride that will get your morning off to a fast start!
RIDE DETAILS
Start Location: Lansing Woods Parking Lot (186th St. & Oakley Ave. Bloom Township, IL 60438)
Date: Monday – Fridays throughout the season
Departure Time: 5:30 am
End Time: 7:00 am
Average Speed: 19-20 mph
Distance: 25 miles
Ride leader: Gary Bennett | (773) 454-7932
Drop/No Drop: No Drop . The group will pull over for mechanicals or mishaps.
Additional Information: We Are Asking Everyone To Wear MTC3 Gear if you have one. This is a non-stop loop
We will ride only if weather is permitting. Check with the ride leader before traveling to the ride to see if the ride will be cancelled due to weather.
HELMETS ARE REQUIRED ON ALL MAJOR TAYLOR CHICAGO RIDES!
WHAT TO BRING TO AN MTC3 RIDE:
