Major Taylor Cycling Club Chicago

Monday Night Malarkey
2026-04-06 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-04-13 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-04-20 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-04-27 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | 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, 2026-04-21 06:00 - 08:00, 2026-04-23 06:00 - 08:00, 2026-04-28 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, 2026-04-21 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-04-28 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, 2026-04-21 05:30 - 07:00, 2026-04-22 05:30 - 07:00, 2026-04-23 05:30 - 07:00, 2026-04-24 05:30 - 07:00 and 2 more dates | 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:

MTC3 General Club Meeting
2026-04-16 19:00 - 20:00 | IL
Join us for our monthly MTC3 General Club Meeting as we continue to ride strong together in the spirit of Major Taylor and shape the future of our club! This meeting is your opportunity to stay engaged, get informed, and be heard. We’ll cover key updates, and discuss upcoming events

Time: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM CST
Location: Virtual. A Zoom link will be sent via email to all active MTC3 members

This meeting is your opportunity to stay engaged, get informed, and be heard. We’ll cover key updates, and discuss upcoming events. See you on Zoom!

MTC3 Sunrise Ride
2026-04-21 05:30 - 07:30, 2026-04-22 05:30 - 07:30, 2026-04-23 05:30 - 07:30, 2026-04-24 05:30 - 07:30, 2026-04-27 05:30 - 07:30, 2026-04-28 05:30 - 07:30 | LA Fitness, 3435 S. King Dr., Chicago, IL, 60616, United States
Start your morning enjoying a nice breeze and beautiful sunrise views on the lakefront!
Start Location: LA Fitness parking lot (3435 S. King Dr., Chicago, IL 60616)
Dates: Monday through Friday, every week through the end of the season
Departure Time: 5:30 am SHARP
End Time: 7:30 am
Average Speed: 12-13 mph
Distance: 20-25 miles
Ride Leader: Darius Lawrence| (773) 718-7555
Drop/No Drop: No Drop
Additional Information: We are asking everyone to wear your Major Taylor Gear, front and rear lights, check your tire pressure before your ride, helmets, gloves, etc.
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:

Major Taylor Trail Earth Day Ride
2026-04-25 12:00 - 13:30 | Whistler Woods, 735 W 134th Street, Riverdale, 60827, United States
Join us for a fun ride after participating in Earth Day Clean Up for the Major Taylor Trail, which is an community event hosted by Major Taylor Trail Keepers Chicago from 9a -12p. If you would like to register for Major Taylor Trail Earth Day Clean Up (Click Here)
RIDE DETAILS
Start Location: Whistler Woods Parking Lot (735 W 134th St, Riverdale, IL 60827)
Date: Saturday, April 25th
Departure Time: 12:00 pm SHARP
End Time: 1:30pm
Average Speed: 13-15 mph
Distance: 15 miles
Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/54806199
Ride leader: Mike Wiggins Jr | (708) 915-9164
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. We will stop for a quick group photo at the Major Tailor Mural
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
