July 4th Ride

We have lost our start location due to construction at Plainfield South High School. We ae presently seeking a new start location and hope to make it public shortly.

Below are the plans as of today.

Date: Friday, July 4th, 2025 (Rain or Shine, no alternates)
Open to individuals 18 and over, children must be accompanied by adults.
Start Location: TO BE DETERMINED

Registration

Pre-register until July 2 for only $30. (There are no refunds.)
Use the form at the bottom of this page to pre-register.
Register on July 4th for $35.
Check in and day of registration starts at 6:30 AM and closes at 10:30 AM.

Ride Times

6:30 AM Ride Start.
3:00 PM Ride End - Off the road.
Rest stop in Plattville closes at 2 PM.

Routes

Choose from 30, 50, or 75 mile routes.
The route takes riders over low volume, marked routes to the rest-stop in Plattville, Church and Chicago Roads (all riders), with optional routes back to the Plattville rest-stop, and a final return route. We anticipate 700 to 800 riders.

Support

All riders are provided with maps, cue sheets and emergency contact numbers.
SAG support will be provided for breakdowns and emergencies.
Rest-Stops: Riders are provided with water, refreshments, snacks. Portable toilets are available.

After Ride

Free ice cream sandwiches at the end of the ride

The Joliet Bicycle Club