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Easy social ride

This is a weekly ride every Wednesday from March 13th through November 6th. The ride consists of a route between 40-50 miles, averaging above 20 mph , Riding in a pace line throughout, several sprint and climb segments pre-determined and recognizing the top 3 finishers every week. The group will stop for mechanicals/ tire punctures for a reasonable amount of time to repair. This is a drop ride.

A combination of trail and lightly traveled roads in IL. The length will be between 25 and 35 miles with shorter rides in the spring and longer rides with more daylight in the summer. The pace will be 14 to 15 MPH and will be faster in the summer than in the spring as we build up fitness. There will usually be at least one good hill to climb. We will regroup at corners and at the top of hills as needed to keep the group together. The starting location will be in the Ben Butterworth parking lot in Moline, River Dr and 55th St on the border with East Moline. If this lot is flooded, we will move 3 blocks south to the old Hardee‘s on the corner of 4th Ave and 55th St.

32 mi loop from Rustic Ridge Club House to Dixon. Hilly route with options to cut off mileage. Limited services in Dixon.

QCBC A/B group ride 45-60 miles. Further ride details will be added the Wednesday before the scheduled group ride.

Approximately 20 mile ride on trails and roads. There are some hills. Regrouping as needed. Front and rear lights recommended. If staying for lunch, please sign up for lunch separately.

Fall Chili ride and meeting

Easy social ride

This is a weekly ride every Wednesday from March 13th through November 6th. The ride consists of a route between 40-50 miles, averaging above 20 mph , Riding in a pace line throughout, several sprint and climb segments pre-determined and recognizing the top 3 finishers every week. The group will stop for mechanicals/ tire punctures for a reasonable amount of time to repair. This is a drop ride.

A combination of trail and lightly traveled roads in IL. The length will be between 25 and 35 miles with shorter rides in the spring and longer rides with more daylight in the summer. The pace will be 14 to 15 MPH and will be faster in the summer than in the spring as we build up fitness. There will usually be at least one good hill to climb. We will regroup at corners and at the top of hills as needed to keep the group together. The starting location will be in the Ben Butterworth parking lot in Moline, River Dr and 55th St on the border with East Moline. If this lot is flooded, we will move 3 blocks south to the old Hardee‘s on the corner of 4th Ave and 55th St.

Help the QCBC with a Community Service project - Trash pickup along Veterans Memorial Parkway in Davenport, 3 mi section. Meet at Jersey Farms Park located next to the bike-ped trail along VMP. From Jersey Ridge Rd, turn onto 65th St and take to end. There are only 10 parking spaces, so please consider carpooling. Group will be treated to pizza, salad, and dessert afterwards. Please wear long pants, boots and work gloves. Special heavy duty trash bags will be provided. It‘s also helpful to bring a 5-gallon bucket with a handle to put smaller trash in.

Easy social ride

This is a weekly ride every Wednesday from March 13th through November 6th. The ride consists of a route between 40-50 miles, averaging above 20 mph , Riding in a pace line throughout, several sprint and climb segments pre-determined and recognizing the top 3 finishers every week. The group will stop for mechanicals/ tire punctures for a reasonable amount of time to repair. This is a drop ride.

Easy social ride

This is a weekly ride every Wednesday from March 13th through November 6th. The ride consists of a route between 40-50 miles, averaging above 20 mph , Riding in a pace line throughout, several sprint and climb segments pre-determined and recognizing the top 3 finishers every week. The group will stop for mechanicals/ tire punctures for a reasonable amount of time to repair. This is a drop ride.

A combination of trail and lightly traveled roads in IL. The length will be between 25 and 35 miles with shorter rides in the spring and longer rides with more daylight in the summer. The pace will be 14 to 15 MPH and will be faster in the summer than in the spring as we build up fitness. There will usually be at least one good hill to climb. We will regroup at corners and at the top of hills as needed to keep the group together. The starting location will be in the Ben Butterworth parking lot in Moline, River Dr and 55th St on the border with East Moline. If this lot is flooded, we will move 3 blocks south to the old Hardee‘s on the corner of 4th Ave and 55th St.

The Turkey Burner will be the final stop of the Big River Gravel Series! 2022 was epic, but we think 2023 will take the cake. The Turkey Burner takes place on some of the best gravel roads in Eastern Iowa and will be sure to test your fitness, regardless of what distance you choose to tackle. After finishing, there will be a post race party to celebrate another successful year of gravel riding. There will be live music and every participant will get a slice of Casey‘s pizza and a beverage of their choice.

This is a weekly ride every Wednesday from March 13th through November 6th. The ride consists of a route between 40-50 miles, averaging above 20 mph , Riding in a pace line throughout, several sprint and climb segments pre-determined and recognizing the top 3 finishers every week. The group will stop for mechanicals/ tire punctures for a reasonable amount of time to repair. This is a drop ride.

Celebrating the club‘s 60th Anniversary and the 2nd oldest bicycle club in the United States

Join us for a fun night of fierce Trivia competition. YOur host for the evening will be Tiny the Elf. Tables of 8 are $150.00 Each. It includes 10 rounds of Trivia, 3 mulligans and a special treat. Participants may bring in snacks. All beverages must be purchased from Columbus Club. Questions e-mail 728metz@gmail.com You can prepay for your table by making a donation on line with a note you are paying for Trivia Night. https://qcbc.org/content.aspx?page_id=305&club_id=505193&item_id=10941 Or we will accept cash the night of the event.

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