Biking News

The Toledo area air quality index has reached a very unhealthy level (over 200) due to wildfires in Canada. Consider minimizing your exposure by opting for less strenuous rides, shorter outdoor sessions, and indoor exercise until the air clears up. Stay safe and prioritize your well-being!

The annual Portage River Bicycle Tour, hosted by MV Adventurers, is taking place Sunday, June 25th, in Elmore, OH. This tour offers bikers a range of options, including routes of 10, 31, 62, and 100 miles. To register, or for more info on the event, visit the MV Adventurers website.

Metroparks Toledo hosted a Bike Party to celebrate the culmination of national bike month this past weekend. Pictures from the event can be found below. 

Cycle Werks is organizing an exciting Brick & Breakfast ride to celebrate the end of Bike Month. Join fellow cyclists at 8am at the National Museum of the Great Lakes downtown for a scenic 15-mile bike loop around downtown Toledo. Then enjoy a delicious breakfast to recharge your energy.

Later in the day from 11am to 2pm, Metroparks Toledo is hosting an End of Bike Month Party, featuring free food, lively music, and a variety of biking activities. 

To promote youth cycling, CycleWerks is hosting two events in the Northwest Ohio area this month. The first event on May 13th is a lesson on bike skills and safety, followed by a ride through the park to test the participants' newly acquired knowledge. Then, on May 18th, there will be a bike rodeo, where the kids can test their knowledge and agility on an obstacle course.