Articles filed under Cycling
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‘Pretty wild’: Air quality forces late start of West Dundee opener of the 14th Chicago Grit bicycle racing seriesJul 17, 2026 5:52 pm - The 14th Chicago Grit bicycle racing series was postponed for hours Friday due to poor air quality at its first stop, the West Dundee River Challenge.
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Bicycle friendly: Downers Grove volunteers map local bike racks to boost cycling cultureJul 16, 2026 11:46 am - The League of American Bicyclists has chosen Downers Grove as one of only five U.S. communities selected in its newly launched Active Mobility Leadership Lab.
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Pedaling literacy: Libraries hit the streets this summer with book bikesJun 11, 2026 9:33 am - Several suburban public libraries are “book biking” — yes, actually pedaling while peddling literacy — via story times, book giveaways and fun activities outdoors thanks to specially customized trikes.
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Cycle into summer during STC Live! on June 3 in St. CharlesMay 27, 2026 11:58 am - On Wednesday, June 3, the St. Charles Business Alliance invites attendees to celebrate biking and walking in St. Charles at STC Live! on the 1st Street Plaza
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From Villa Park to Africa: How former Peace Corps volunteer founded Bikes for LesothoMay 27, 2026 6:00 am - Bikes for Lesotho, founded by Villa Park resident and former Peace Corps volunteer Dave Gorman, has shipped 7,000 donated bicycles to the African nation of Lesotho since 2013.
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Safety first: Kids can learn biking skills at various events in the suburbsMay 13, 2026 11:34 am - With May as National Bike Month, it’s not surprising how many suburban biking events are already scheduled. What’s surprising is the number of events dedicated to youth safety skills.
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Ride your bike or take a hike: St. Charles offers 20+ miles of scenic trailsApr 27, 2026 1:23 pm - The St. Charles area offers more than 20 miles of scenic trails, inviting residents and visitors to explore everything from quiet neighborhood loops to expansive regional routes.
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A new spin on ‘rails to trails’: Community effort brings century-old CA&E rail car to Illinois Prairie PathApr 22, 2026 10:39 am - Riders and hikers on the Illinois Prairie Path will soon get a glimpse of railroad history when a historic train car will be transported to a new 60-foot track at Villa Park’s Ardmore Station, itself vintage 1908.
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Recycle your bicycle: Schaumburg nonprofit gets refurbished bikes to those in needApr 17, 2026 3:00 pm - Ryan Gable of Bikes and Music, a Schaumburg-based nonprofit, collects used bikes, has them repaired and donates them - along with a helmet - to groups who work with people in need.
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Illinois Senate passes new statewide e-bike regulationsApr 15, 2026 7:02 pm - A bill regulating high-speed e-bike use and setting statewide standards unanimously passed the Illinois Senate Wednesday and is heading to the House.
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