Experience the ultimate Chicago cycling adventure with the Tour de Chi,, an epic, roughly 150-mile ride visiting all 77 of the city's community areas in a single day. Designed for experienced, hardy cyclists, this challenging urban ride explores diverse neighborhoods, features iconic stops, and offers fully supported rest stations.

Event Highlights:

Official Tour: Traverse all 77 Chicago neighborhoods in one day.
Distance: Approximately 150 miles of city exploration.
Support: Multiple, fully supported rest stations offering food and hydration.
Scenery & Experience: Ride through unique neighborhoods, with a grand finish on the Lakefront Path.
Safety: Open course - experience with city traffic and high-visibility gear is essential.

This is a premier, high-energy event for cyclists looking to push their limits while discovering the vast, diverse culture of "Summertime Chi."

What to Expect

The Route: A meticulously planned 150-mile course starting and ending at DuSable Harbor (Randolph St. and the Lakefront Path).
Community Immersion: Riders traverse every neighborhood in Chicago, following a path that utilizes bicycle trails, bike lanes, and open city roadways.
Camaraderie: While not a race, the main group typically aims to stay together, finishing with a celebration at the Lakefront Path and a 10:00 p.m. firework show at Navy Pier.
Support: Participants receive phone/GPS route files and can access multiple rest stations (typically at miles 40, 65, 80, 100, and 120) for hydration and energy.

Tour de Chi

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