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Bike the Tenth with Congressman Schneider 2019
July 21, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Join Congressman Schneider in a fun ride through parts of Illinois’s 10th Congressional District. This ride is open to bike riders from throughout the district who want to ride along. There are two stops along the route. The group will take two 20 minute breaks at these stops. This is an opportunity to talk directly with Congressman Schneider about issues of concern.
Still want to participate but not interested in riding? Join us at the two stops during the ride breaks for conversation.
Ride Route: Click here
Total Ride Length: 17.3 miles
Ride Schedule
8:30 AM – People gather and prepare to ride
8:45 AM – Ready to roll
START 9:00 AM – Big Bend Lake Picnic Grove #1, Des Plaines, IL 60016
Ride NORTH 4.6 miles to first stop (30-40 min.)
9:40 AM – STOP 1 – Allison Woods Picnic Grove, 2856 Milwaukee Ave, Northbrook, IL 60062
10-15 minute stop – people can grab a drink or bite
10:00 AM – Ride 4.0 miles to second stop (25 min.)
10:30 AM – STOP 2 – TURN AROUND – Potawatomi Woods Picnic Grove, Wheeling, IL 60090
10:45 AM – Ride SOUTH 8.7 miles to end/start point (60 min.)
FINISH 11:45 AM – Big Bend Lake Picnic Grove #1, Des Plaines, IL 60016
Notes to riders: Helmets are required. Sign-in waiver for insurance purposes.
Bring hydration (water bottles), sun block, hats, food and cash if you want to purchase something.