Apple Cide Century Ride . . .
One of the largest and longest cycling events in the Midwest!
Join FVBSC members on this one-day bicycle tour held on the last Sunday of September, which takes you through the orchards, forests, and wine country in and around Three Oaks, Michigan. Cyclists can choose from routes of 15, 25, 37, 50, 62, 75, or 100 miles, making it accessible for riders of all ages and skill levels.
WHEN: Saturday September 27th / Sunday September 28th
WHERE: St Mary Assumption Church 28 W Ash Three Oaks MI 49128
About a 2 and a half hour drive from the Fox Valley Area. (Please note – Eastern Time Zone)
The weekend of the ride offers a wide range of activities, including vendor stalls, an ice cream social, live music, a tasty spaghetti dinner and the all-you-can-eat breakfast for purchase by the Three Oaks Fire Department. And of course, there's an abundance of cider and apples to enjoy!
LODGING: TBD (currently looking into establishments that still have vacancy – camping is available.
REGISTRATION: No day off ride registration is available – visit www.applecidercentury.com
You can also add a breakfast option, short sleeve or long sleeve shirts, a jersey, and a patch to your order. You’ll be asked which route you're planning to ride—just out of curiosity—but you're free to ride any route on the day of the event!
If you're looking for more to do in the area, start by visiting the Dewey Cannon Trading Company & Bicycle Museum. Here you will find information on local events, winery tours, antiques, and shopping. The Bicycle Museum is home to unique bicycles like the 1860's Boneshaker, 1890's Tally-Ho Tandem, Side-by-Side Tandem, and various other historic cycling items. Don't forget to explore the gift shop! Entertainment in town includes the Vickers Theater for movies, the Acorn Theater for live performances, places for food & drink and several art galleries
INCLUDED WITH THE RIDE . . .
SATURDAY
Packet Pick Up Begins (no group pickups allowed)
Ice Cream Social
Saturday night all riders are welcome to enjoy the Ice Cream Social at Dewey Cannon Park from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Music and popcorn will also be provided! Relax and enjoy the fall air before the big ride day!
SUNDAY
Route Maps for the 15, 25, 37, 50, 62, 75 & 100 Mile Routes
Route maps will be available at check-in and GPS maps will be emailed to registered riders. The map will show all SAG stop locations, which are approximately every 15-20 miles. SAG stops will be open for a set time only, so check your map for times of operation. Roads will be marked with painted indicators for route directions.
Ride Food & Nourishment
Apple cider and apples will be available at the event location. The rest stops will have plenty of Gatorade, apples, bananas, cider, cookies, and high-energy snacks and when you return an all-you-can-eat spaghetti dinner will be available for all participants. Additionally, the Three Oaks Fire Department provides a Sunday morning an all-you-can-eat breakfast for purchase (available at registration).
Emergency Support and Gear (SAG) Vehicles & Repair Services
Roving repair vehicles will be on the routes for repairs and to pick up weary riders. Because of the great number of ACC riders, the Emergency and Repair SAG Wagons will be limited to those with justifiable needs. First attention will go to those whose bicycles have irreparable breakdowns or a rider who has become ill or injured. Those riders who have simply tired in the early miles will receive last priority. Repair services will also be at each rest stop.