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Rides and Events

Everyday Rides

Tuesday Crusier Group Rides (around town & Greenway) are held mostly year round at 6 PM, with exceptions for unpleasantly cold ( that means below 45/50) or wet weather.  Late changes are posted on the BikeWorld, Bikes & Fitness Facebook page. 

Beginning with Daylight Savings Time there are also regular Monday and Thursday group road rides. Route, distance and speed details are given for each ride. 

There are also last-minute rides throughout the year.

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Good Information

Our list of rides and events is correct as of the time it is posted but things change sometimes. It is your responsibility to confirm the details of any event listed. Unless we don't have all the needed information, postings contain a contact email or phone number, and some have a website. We will make updates when we have them but watch our Facebook page too. Last minute information is often posted there.  Thank you for your understanding. 

Area Rides and Events (BikeWorld Sponsored Events are in Bold). Daily rides at bottom of this page.

Date Event Name Location Description Phone

May 24, 2025

Logan Festa Sprint Triathlon

Carterville, IL, 700 Logan College Road

Logan Fitness is excited to announce the return of this year’s 2025 JALC Tri-Festa Triathlon in collaboration with HerrinFesta Italiana. This year’s event will be held Saturday, May 24th and will include a 0.25-mile indoor swim, 14-mile outdoor bike, and a 3-mile outdoor run. Race Information Awards: Trophies for overall winners, heavy medals for 1st-3rd place in each age group and team categories. Age groups: 14yrs and under, 15-19yrs, 20-24yrs, 25-29yrs, 30-34yrs, 35-39yrs, 40-44yrs, 45-49yrs, 50-54yrs, 55-59yrs, 60-64yrs, 65-69yrs, 70+ years Cost: Individual = $50, Team of 2 or 3 = $100 Order of events: Registration: 6:30AM at tent in JALC parking lot; Pre-Race Meeting: 7:45AM on Logan Fitness pool deck Race Begins: 8:00AM in Logan Fitness lap pool Awards and Food: Following race Race Ends: 12:00PM Sign-up: Online at runsignup.com, (https://www.trisignup.com Race/IL/Carterville/JALCTriFestaTriathlon) in-person at the Logan Fitness check-in desk

Jun 5, 2025

Pedal in Paducah Junior

McCracken County Public Library, 555 Washington Street, Paducah KY

10 AM or 2 PM. Morning and afternoon are the same. Intended for ages 8-12, the program will introduce children to cycling safety and traffic rules and help them gain familiarity and comfort sharing the road with cars. Rides will cover about 4 miles around downtown with a fun stop in the middle. Helmets required. Rides will last about 1.5 hours.

270-442-2510

Jun 7, 2025

Cherohala Challenge

Smoky Mountains, Tellico Plains, TN

23nd Edition of the Cherohala Challenge starting in Tellico Plains, TN. The 2025 Date is June 7 The event offers three distinctive rides of 35, 62, or 115 miles. The title event, the Cherohala Challenge Century, is not for the faint of heart. This once in a lifetime ride tests riders with 115 miles and 10,350 feet of climbing across two states. Please join us on our ride! (Save on registration by signing up before May 18, 2025 https://www.bikesignup.com/Race/TN/TellicoPlains/CherohalaChallenge

Jun 8, 2025

Pedal in Paducah

McCracken County Public Library, 555 Washington Street, Paducah KY

2 PM A low-stress, grab your bike and gather with other riders of various skill and experience levels to simply bicycle through different Paducah neighborhoods. See some of the city's most notable spots in this free series of laid-back, leisurely, family-friendly rides. Begin and end on the 6th Street side of the McCracken County Public Library, 555 Washington Street, Paducah, KY Pedal in Paducah is a BikeWorld- McCracken County Public Library partnership. Questions? call the library: (270) 442-2510

(270) 442-2510

Jun 8, 2025

Ride the Fault Line

Carterville, IL

Bicycle through portions of Illinois, Kentucky, and Tennessee in seven days! 3 states, June 8-14. 7 days riding but only 2 overnight sites with exciting route choices at each! Fewer setups/teardowns means more time for cycling tour fun! Ride safe rural roads and a rail-trail.....BOTH! Flexible daily mileages let you choose how far & how long you ride each day. Having your vehicle always close by means you can just skip a day's ride if you feel like it! Or if it's raining!! Too many details and options to explain here. Check the website. https://www.ridethefault.com/the-rtfl-experience/

573-380-7875

Jun 9, 2025

Ride the Fault Line

Giant City, IL

Bicycle through portions of Illinois, Kentucky, and Tennessee in seven days! 3 states, June 8-14. 7 days riding but only 2 overnight sites with exciting route choices at each! Fewer setups/teardowns means more time for cycling tour fun! Ride safe rural roads and a rail-trail.....BOTH! Flexible daily mileages let you choose how far & how long you ride each day. Having your vehicle always close by means you can just skip a day's ride if you feel like it! Or if it's raining!! Too many details and options to explain here. Check the website. https://www.ridethefault.com/the-rtfl-experience/

573-380-7875

Jun 9, 2025

Leadership by Bike Camp

BikeWorld, 809 Joe Clifton Dr, Paducah, KY

6/9 -6/13, 2025 9 am-4:30 pm Leadership by Bike Camp offers teens the adventure of bicycle touring, the fun of discovering little known secrets of Paducah and the immense satisfaction of becoming capable, competent explorers. From planning routes to selecting places to eat, campers have major say into what the group does daily. The guides are friendly, caring Leadership by Bike alumni who excel at teaching and guiding. Bike camp is designed for active, rising 8th-11th graders, ages 13-16, who enjoy bicycling. Often campers have little experience at riding their bike any notable distance which makes completing bike camp an outstanding accomplishment. $229. Some scholarships available. Registration at BikeWorld, or by phone at: 270-442-0751. Click on event title for printable registration form. No slot is reserved until registration and a down payment has been received.

270-442-0751

Jun 10, 2025

Leadership by Bike Camp

BikeWorld, 809 Joe Clifton Dr, Paducah, KY

6/9 -6/13, 2025 9 am-4:30 pm Leadership by Bike Camp offers teens the adventure of bicycle touring, the fun of discovering little known secrets of Paducah and the immense satisfaction of becoming capable, competent explorers. From planning routes to selecting places to eat, campers have major say into what the group does daily. The guides are friendly, caring Leadership by Bike alumni who excel at teaching and guiding. Bike camp is designed for active, rising 8th-11th graders, ages 13-16, who enjoy bicycling. Often campers have little experience at riding their bike any notable distance which makes completing bike camp an outstanding accomplishment. $229. Some scholarships available. Registration at BikeWorld, or by phone at: 270-442-0751. Click on event title for printable registration form. No slot is reserved until registration and a down payment has been received.

270-442-0751

Jun 10, 2025

Ride the Fault Line

Vienna, IL

Bicycle through portions of Illinois, Kentucky, and Tennessee in seven days! 3 states, June 8-14. 7 days riding but only 2 overnight sites with exciting route choices at each! Fewer setups/teardowns means more time for cycling tour fun! Ride safe rural roads and a rail-trail.....BOTH! Flexible daily mileages let you choose how far & how long you ride each day. Having your vehicle always close by means you can just skip a day's ride if you feel like it! Or if it's raining!! Too many details and options to explain here. Check the website. https://www.ridethefault.com/the-rtfl-experience/

573-380-7875

Jun 11, 2025

Ride the Fault Line

Hickman, KY

Bicycle through portions of Illinois, Kentucky, and Tennessee in seven days! 3 states, June 8-14. 7 days riding but only 2 overnight sites with exciting route choices at each! Fewer setups/teardowns means more time for cycling tour fun! Ride safe rural roads and a rail-trail.....BOTH! Flexible daily mileages let you choose how far & how long you ride each day. Having your vehicle always close by means you can just skip a day's ride if you feel like it! Or if it's raining!! Too many details and options to explain here. Check the website. https://www.ridethefault.com/the-rtfl-experience/

573-380-7875

Jun 11, 2025

Leadership by Bike Camp

BikeWorld, 809 Joe Clifton Dr, Paducah, KY

6/9 -6/13, 2025 9 am-4:30 pm Leadership by Bike Camp offers teens the adventure of bicycle touring, the fun of discovering little known secrets of Paducah and the immense satisfaction of becoming capable, competent explorers. From planning routes to selecting places to eat, campers have major say into what the group does daily. The guides are friendly, caring Leadership by Bike alumni who excel at teaching and guiding. Bike camp is designed for active, rising 8th-11th graders, ages 13-16, who enjoy bicycling. Often campers have little experience at riding their bike any notable distance which makes completing bike camp an outstanding accomplishment. $229. Some scholarships available. Registration at BikeWorld, or by phone at: 270-442-0751. Click on event title for printable registration form. No slot is reserved until registration and a down payment has been received.

270-442-0751

Jun 12, 2025

Leadership by Bike Camp

BikeWorld, 809 Joe Clifton Dr, Paducah, KY

6/9 -6/13, 2025 9 am-4:30 pm Leadership by Bike Camp offers teens the adventure of bicycle touring, the fun of discovering little known secrets of Paducah and the immense satisfaction of becoming capable, competent explorers. From planning routes to selecting places to eat, campers have major say into what the group does daily. The guides are friendly, caring Leadership by Bike alumni who excel at teaching and guiding. Bike camp is designed for active, rising 8th-11th graders, ages 13-16, who enjoy bicycling. Often campers have little experience at riding their bike any notable distance which makes completing bike camp an outstanding accomplishment. $229. Some scholarships available. Registration at BikeWorld, or by phone at: 270-442-0751. Click on event title for printable registration form. No slot is reserved until registration and a down payment has been received.

270-442-0751

Jun 12, 2025

Ride the Fault Line

Reelfoot Lake, TN

Bicycle through portions of Illinois, Kentucky, and Tennessee in seven days! 3 states, June 8-14. 7 days riding but only 2 overnight sites with exciting route choices at each! Fewer setups/teardowns means more time for cycling tour fun! Ride safe rural roads and a rail-trail.....BOTH! Flexible daily mileages let you choose how far & how long you ride each day. Having your vehicle always close by means you can just skip a day's ride if you feel like it! Or if it's raining!! Too many details and options to explain here. Check the website. https://www.ridethefault.com/the-rtfl-experience/

573-380-7875

Jun 13, 2025

Ride the Fault Line

Columbus-Belmont State park, KY

Bicycle through portions of Illinois, Kentucky, and Tennessee in seven days! 3 states, June 8-14. 7 days riding but only 2 overnight sites with exciting route choices at each! Fewer setups/teardowns means more time for cycling tour fun! Ride safe rural roads and a rail-trail.....BOTH! Flexible daily mileages let you choose how far & how long you ride each day. Having your vehicle always close by means you can just skip a day's ride if you feel like it! Or if it's raining!! Too many details and options to explain here. Check the website. https://www.ridethefault.com/the-rtfl-experience/

573-380-7875

Jun 13, 2025

Leadership by Bike Camp

BikeWorld, 809 Joe Clifton Dr, Paducah, KY

6/9 -6/13, 2025 9 am-4:30 pm Leadership by Bike Camp offers teens the adventure of bicycle touring, the fun of discovering little known secrets of Paducah and the immense satisfaction of becoming capable, competent explorers. From planning routes to selecting places to eat, campers have major say into what the group does daily. The guides are friendly, caring Leadership by Bike alumni who excel at teaching and guiding. Bike camp is designed for active, rising 8th-11th graders, ages 13-16, who enjoy bicycling. Often campers have little experience at riding their bike any notable distance which makes completing bike camp an outstanding accomplishment. $229. Some scholarships available. Registration at BikeWorld, or by phone at: 270-442-0751. Click on event title for printable registration form. No slot is reserved until registration and a down payment has been received.

270-442-0751

Jun 14, 2025

Metropolis Superman Bicycle Ride

Washington Park on Metropolis/Park St, between 3rd & 4th Streets, Metropolis, IL 8 AM

The 37th Metropolis Kiwanis Superman Bicycle Ride will be held on Saturday, June 14, 2025, in conjunction with the 2025 Superman Celebration in Metropolis, IL.  The ride will begin at 8 AM at Washington Park (across from the Metropolis Public Library) with a mass start led by Superman.  The ride will offer 10 mile (relatively flat,) 40 mile, and 60 mile routes. (Some challenging hills.) A drawing for those who register not later than May 9, 2025 will be held before the start of the ride. Prizes include a significant gift card from BikeWorld of Paducah, KY plus other prizes (donated by the Kiwanis Club of Metropolis).  The entry fee for adult riders is $35.  Children 16 and under ride FREE with a registered parent or guardian.  The FREE ride does not include an event t-shirt but shirts can be purchased for $20 (while supplies last). In addition to online and mail-in registration options, walk in registration will be available the day of the event at Washington Park b

(618) 564-3538 or 270-442-0751

Jun 14, 2025

Ride the Fault Line

South Fulton-Union City TN Loop

Bicycle through portions of Illinois, Kentucky, and Tennessee in seven days! 3 states, June 8-14. 7 days riding but only 2 overnight sites with exciting route choices at each! Fewer setups/teardowns means more time for cycling tour fun! Ride safe rural roads and a rail-trail.....BOTH! Flexible daily mileages let you choose how far & how long you ride each day. Having your vehicle always close by means you can just skip a day's ride if you feel like it! Or if it's raining!! Too many details and options to explain here. Check the website. https://www.ridethefault.com/the-rtfl-experience/

573-380-7875

Jun 28, 2025

Tour de Corn

East Praire Mo

15, 30, 63 & 100 mile routes. Terrain is flat. Check out the details, pricing & discounts at: https://www.tourdecorn.com/register.php?mc_cid=b8f6457593&mc_eid=31df438a12 A full week-end of activities and music, with craft, food and games vendors; a Husker Run 5k, antique car show, talent show and post ride music for the bicyclists. tourdecorn.com

1 888-267-6030

Jul 3, 2025

Bike4Alz Team at Dry Grounds

Dry Grounds Brewing Company 3121 Broadway St, Paducah, KY 42001

An evening to meet the Bike4Alz team and enjoy fun entertainment by Geeks Who Drink.

(270) 201-2096

Jul 4, 2025

Annual Bike Around Mayfield

Mayfield, KY

BAM IS BACK FOR 2025 Registration and information to come soon but meanwhile, put this ride on your schedule. Multiple routes, beautiful country roads. Usually starts at 8 AM. Routes range from less than 20 miles up to 60. Multiple routes, beautiful country roads. Usually starts at 8 AM. Proceeds support Kiwanis Club of Mayfield program to enrich the lives of children. Check back soon for registration.

(270)705-3938

Jul 6, 2025

Pedal in Paducah

McCracken County Public Library, 555 Washington Street, Paducah KY

2 PM A low-stress, grab your bike and gather with other riders of various skill and experience levels to simply bicycle through different Paducah neighborhoods. See some of the city's most notable spots in this free series of laid-back, leisurely, family-friendly rides. Begin and end on the 6th Street side of the McCracken County Public Library, 555 Washington Street, Paducah, KY Pedal in Paducah is a BikeWorld- McCracken County Public Library partnership. Questions? call the library: (270) 442-2510

(270) 442-2510

Jul 12, 2025

14th Annual Spokes for Strokes

Start at Baptist Health Paducah in the imaging center parking Lot (8 AM) Corner of 28th and Kentucky Ave

Spokes for Strokes is back for it's 14th year in 2025. BikeWorld works with Baptist Health Paducah to produce this first class tour. Terrific routes and great support for riders. Profits benefit Baptist Health's Stroke Education Program raising awareness for stroke, investing in life-saving technologies and expanding stroke care services. 4 routes, all with well stocked rest areas. 65 miles with rolling hills, six rest stops; 35 miles, four rest stops; 20 miles. 2 rest stops,10 miles, flatter terrain, 1 rest stop. This is not a race. Marked roads, maps and SAG support. Event begins and ends at Baptist Health Imaging Center. T shirts available. Helmets required. Reduced family rates. Register here: https://runsignup.com/Race/KY/Paducah/SpokesForStrokes2025

270-442-0751

Jul 24, 2025

Pedal in Paducah Junior

McCracken County Public Library, 555 Washington Street, Paducah KY

10 AM or 2 PM. Morning and afternoon are the same. Intended for ages 8-12, the program will introduce children to cycling safety and traffic rules and help them gain familiarity and comfort sharing the road with cars. Rides will cover about 4 miles around downtown with a fun stop in the middle. Helmets required. Rides will last about 1.5 hours.

270-442-2510

Aug 2, 2025

Moonlight Bike Ride

Paducah, KY

• 8:00 PM Festival On-site registration & Booths Open 10:00 PM Ride<10>   "Day-of" registration, Live music begins, Free ice cream, Free watermelon, Free crafts & activities, •Bike decoration and glow stick sales all begin at 8. 10:00 PM - RIDE!!! The 10-mile night route makes even an everyday route feel mysterious and new again. The ride starts and finishes at BikeWorld (809 Joe Clifton Dr). To legally be on the streets after dark, bikes are required to have front and rear lights. Additional creative lighting of all kinds is encouraged. Helmets are required. Registration: • Register at runsignup.com/Moonlight Ride with a credit/debit card. To pay with cash or check, pick up a paper registration at BikeWorld, Bikes & Fitness, 809 Joe Clifton Dr. or PCM (402 Legion Drive,) Paducah. • To receive a t-shirt, you must register before July 16th, 2025. T-shirt price: $10

270-442-0751

Aug 3, 2025

Pedal in Paducah

McCracken County Public Library, 555 Washington Street, Paducah KY

2 PM A low-stress, grab your bike and gather with other riders of various skill and experience levels to simply bicycle through different Paducah neighborhoods. See some of the city's most notable spots in this free series of laid-back, leisurely, family-friendly rides. Begin and end on the 6th Street side of the McCracken County Public Library, 555 Washington Street, Paducah, KY Pedal in Paducah is a BikeWorld- McCracken County Public Library partnership. Questions? call the library: (270) 442-2510

(270) 442-2510

Aug 31, 2025

Pedal in Paducah

McCracken County Public Library, 555 Washington Street, Paducah KY

2 PM A low-stress, grab your bike and gather with other riders of various skill and experience levels to simply bicycle through different Paducah neighborhoods. See some of the city's most notable spots in this free series of laid-back, leisurely, family-friendly rides. Begin and end on the 6th Street side of the McCracken County Public Library, 555 Washington Street, Paducah, KY Pedal in Paducah is a BikeWorld- McCracken County Public Library partnership. Questions? call the library: (270) 442-2510

(270) 442-2510

Sep 28, 2025

Pedal in Paducah

McCracken County Public Library, 555 Washington Street, Paducah KY

2 PM A low-stress, grab your bike and gather with other riders of various skill and experience levels to simply bicycle through different Paducah neighborhoods. See some of the city's most notable spots in this free series of laid-back, leisurely, family-friendly rides. Begin and end on the 6th Street side of the McCracken County Public Library, 555 Washington Street, Paducah, KY Pedal in Paducah is a BikeWorld- McCracken County Public Library partnership. Questions? call the library: (270) 442-2510

(270) 442-2510

Every Thursday Evening

Day Start Time Description Location Phone

Thursday Evening

6 PM during Daylights Saving Time, may move earlier when days grow shorter

The Jailbreak. Meet in the BikeWorld parking lot , 809 Joe Clifton Drive, Paducah, KY A fitness ride with some hills and a couple of moderate climbs. Planned as a 18 to 22 pace but there's a feaster and a slower group whenever anyone someone is available to lead them. Questions: 270-442-0751

BikeWorld, 809 Joe Clifton Drive, Paducah, KY

270-442-0751