Adding to the Interlochen State Park series, we've got a shorter than normal but climby in a few places 48 mile ride in store for you. As with our other routes originating in Interlochen State Park, this one isn't short on the wonderful scenery and quiet back country roads. At under 50 miles, this is … Continue reading Interlochen State Park to Empire to Cedar, Back to Interlochen; A Good “Second Day” Ride

This is one fantastic bike ride - and be prepared, we're doing The Wall the proper way this time, and 50 miles into the ride.  I hope you've got your climbing bike, it's 18% of pure torturous fun.  I can't say enough good about this ride - it's got everything, including a coffee stop at … Continue reading Boyne City, Michigan: Young State Park to Bellaire to East Jordan and Back… Bring Your Climbing Bike Pt. 2

Boyne City, Michigan is a phenomenal hub for fantastic cycling in the "up north" of the lower peninsula.  More hills and climbs than you can shake a stick at, quiet "up north" roads (especially during the week), and a vibrant downtown (though you'll have to be careful about "in season" and pre-season - things get … Continue reading Boyne City, Michigan: Young State Park 70 Mile Double Loop… Bring Your Climbing Bike

This route starts in Young State Park in Boyne City, Michigan - a great "just got up north" first day ride, this is only 30-ish miles and incredibly scenic.  Truth be told, this would be a great route to follow twice to get a 100k in.  You'll start out heading toward East Jordan and my buddy, … Continue reading Boyne City, Michigan: Young State Park Short Loop Along Lake Charlevoix

Mission Point is among the most beautiful rides in Michigan. The 67 mile ride isn't all awesome, you spend the first ten getting to the awesome, but riding up the Mission Point peninsula simply can't be beat... with a decent hill or two thrown in for fun on the way home. The ride starts at … Continue reading Interlochen State Park to Mission Point Peninsula