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Meet the Spinoffs!
We are a group of cyclists of all ages, sizes, body types, ethnicities, political persuasions, religions, sexual orientations, intellectual capacities, and abilities who cycle the trails and back roads of Northeast Ohio and surrounding areas for fun, health, and friendship. We welcome riders from the novice to the experienced. What brings us together is a desire to maintain a healthy lifestyle, share friendship, and enjoy the outdoors by cycling.
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Upcoming events (3)
See all- Cle Clinic to Hudson/Judson - 21 miles RTParking lot, Stow, OH
Ride Name: Cleveland Clinic to Hudson/Judson
Distance: 21 miles round trip
Rating: Intermediate. Recreational speeds of 11-13 mph.
Ride type: Out and back.
Restrooms: at starting point in Cle Clinic Wellness Center and along route.
Ride Leader: Phil Hlas (330) 320-0128
Note: I try to start the ride on time.
Trail: Bike & Hike. (paved)
Starting Point: Akron General Health & Wellness Center, 4300 Allen Rd., Stow. Get off Route 8 at Steels Corner Road. Make a left onto Allen Road at the stop light and then another left into the parking lot. Park in back near the trail.
Ride Description: Paved trail, flat with some rolling hills. We head north and then east on the Bike & Hike. A quick re-group at the trail split just before the steep hill down. We pass through a tunnel under Rte. 91 followed by a stop at the Young Road trailhead for restroom break. The Portage Franklin Connector trail will take us to our turnaround point at the Hudson/Judson trailhead. One large hill on our return ride.
HELMETS REQUIRED!
Always bring water, spare tire, CO2 or air pump and a snack (if needed).NOTE: New Spin-Offs Riders: Please read "How we ride" at: How we ride
This ride is on the calendar of the Spin-off Cyclists. We are a group of cyclists of all ages, sizes, body types, ethnicities, political persuasions, religions, sexual orientations, intellectual capacities, and abilities who cycle the trails of Northeast Ohio and surrounding areas for fun, health, and friendship. We encourage you to join us on this and other rides.DISCLAIMER: By RSVPing to and attending this Spin-off Cyclists Bicycle Club event, I acknowledge that I HAVE READ, UNDERSTAND, AND VOLUNTARILY AGREE to the RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK INDEMNITY AGREEMENT at: Waiver
I further agree that no oral representations, statements or inducement apart from the foregoing written agreement have been made.
- Clinton to Lake Ave. - 24 miles RTClinton Trailhead, Clinton, OH
Ride name: Clinton to Lake Ave.
Distance: 24 miles round trip
Rating: Beginner, flat, recreational speeds 11-13 mph.
Ride type: out and back, with a small loop on the Olde Muskingum Trail.
Trail: Towpath (mostly crushed limestone, some sections paved).
Ride type: out and back, with a small loop on the Olde Muskingum Trail. We will get on the Olde Muskingum trail at Forty Corners Trailhead and will ride the entire Muskingum Trail to Canal Fulton.
Restrooms: At starting point and along the route.
Ride Leader: Lynn, cell 330-606-8471
Note: I try to start the ride on time.
Ride Description: Starting at the Clinton Trailhead we head south through Canal Fulton. We past Lock 4, Butterbridge (short regroup), Crystal Springs, Forty Corners, and Bridgeport Quarry. Our turn around point will be the Lake Ave. trailhead at Ernie's Bike Shop. Restrooms in separate building behind the bike shop. The Blue Heron Cafe sells beverages and snacks. We will get on the Olde Muskingum Trail at Forty Corners trailhead and ride it to Canal Fulton, where we will then switch to the Towpath for the remainder of the ride to Clinton.
HELMETS REQUIRED!
Always bring water, spare tube, CO2 or air pump and a snack (if needed).NOTE: New Spin-Offs Riders: Please read "How we ride" at:
How We Ride.
This ride is on the calendar of the Spin-off Cyclists. We are a group of cyclists of all ages, sizes, body types, ethnicities, political persuasions, religions, sexual orientations, intellectual capacities, and abilities who cycle the trails of Northeast Ohio and surrounding areas for fun, health, and friendship. We encourage you to join us on this and other rides.DISCLAIMER: By RSVPing to and attending this Spin-off Cyclists Bicycle Club event, I acknowledge that I HAVE READ, UNDERSTAND, AND VOLUNTARILY AGREE to the RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK INDEMNITY AGREEMENT at: WAIVER.
I further agree that no oral representations, statements or inducement apart from the foregoing written agreement have been made.
- Middlebury trailhead to Peck Rd ~22 miles RT1324 Middlebury Rd, Kent, OH
Ride Name: Middlebury Trailhead to Peck Rd
Distance: 22 miles round trip
Rating: Intermediate. Recreational speeds of 11-13 mph
Ride Type: Out and back
Rest Rooms: Porta Potty at start and along route at Towner’s Woods.
Ride Leader: Lynn, 330-606-8471
Note: I try to start the ride on time.
Trail: Portage Hike & Bike. (paved)
Starting point: Middlebury Road Trailhead, 1324 Middlebury Rd.
Ride Description: Except for the hill on Middlebury, the Portage Bike and Hike is paved and flat. Our ride begins on the Portage Bike and Hike along the Cuyahoga River. After riding past Tannery Park trailhead, we ride a short distance on the roads to get through Kent to the Portage Bike and Hike north/east of Kent. A quick stop at Towner’s Woods Park for restroom. Our turn around point will be Peck Road east of Ravenna. We return on the same trail.
HELMETS REQUIRED!
Always bring water, spare tube, CO2 or air pump, and a snack (if needed).NOTE: New Spin-Offs Riders: Please read "How we ride" at: How we ride
This ride is on the calendar of the Spin-off Cyclists. We are a group of cyclists of all ages, sizes, body types, ethnicities, political persuasions, religions, sexual orientations, intellectual capacities, and abilities who cycle the trails of Northeast Ohio and surrounding areas for fun, health, and friendship. We encourage you to join us on this and other rides.DISCLAIMER: By RSVPing to and attending this Spin-off Cyclists Bicycle Club event, I acknowledge that I HAVE READ, UNDERSTAND, AND VOLUNTARILY AGREE to the RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK INDEMNITY AGREEMENT at: Waiver
I further agree that no oral representations, statements or inducement apart from the foregoing written agreement have been made.
