Weekly Rides - Organized by Individual Southwest WI Cyclists

Beginner Rides for Women & Men - Monday & Thursday Night

WHEN:   Mon & Thur  6PM

WHERE:   Meet Behind  Momentum Bikes 25 W. Main St

BRING: Helmet & Water bottle

We go to Mound View Park and ride the paved, circular bike path.  We track the number of circles we ride, building stamina and supporting each other along the way.

Intermediate Level - Women’s Ride - Wednesday Night

WHEN:   Wed 6PM

WHERE:  Meet Behind Momentum Bikes, 25 W Main St

BRING: Helmet & Water bottle

We head out of town together.  Those who are experienced split off and go for a longer, faster, harder ride.  The Rest of the Group will Ride Mitchell Hollow connecting to West Mound Road and back into Platteville on Cty B (The “M” Ride)

Where to Ride

Southwest Wisconsin and the Midwest in general offers many fantastic bicycle riding experiences. From easy trail riding, to mountain biking, to some of the most challenging road cycling in the country, the Midwest is hard to beat. Many of our staff and shop patrons ride some of the most beautiful and relaxing trail and road rides in the area. Others find the challenging mountain biking trails and hilly roads to be more to their liking.  Whatever category of cyclist, or whatever your ability, we think you will enjoy spending time biking in the Southwest Wisconsin area.

Bicycle Trails

Most of the trails in this area were created from the rails to trails movement.  This means the trails are generally easy grade (no huge hills) and connect small communities with some of the best scenic biking in the area.  Perhaps taking a few days to ride between these towns (stopping for an ice cream cone or a light lunch) and then spending the night at romantic B & B’s is your idea of a great get-away.

Mountain Biking

Although there are no real “Mountains” in the Midwest, we do have some great mountain biking. There are several state parks in the area which have nice mountain bike trails for the beginners in settings that are surprisingly peaceful. If you are an intermediate or advanced mountain biker there are challenging courses in the area that offer a good workout coupled with natural settings that will invigorate you.

Road Biking

Cycling in the Southwest Wisconsin area can be as easy or challenging as you want to make it.  Because of the varying terrain, choices of lightly traveled roads in the area range from routes with just a few rolling hills to routes that subject the rider to challenging climb after challenging climb.  Talk to our staff about where to ride and what you are interested in doing and they will be able to give you options to match your interests.

Events

Soutwest Wisconsin hosts several events through out the year. We will also share with folks events in the region we feel are worth the trip for. Events are always fun to do.

 

Intermediate Ride for Women & Men