Rider Information
Recommended Start Times
• 100-Mile Route
Recommended start time is between 7 – 8:30 am.
• 50-Mile Route
Recommended start time is between 7 – 8:30 am
• 25-Mile Route
Recommended start time is between 8 – 9:30 am.
• 15-Mile Route
Recommended start time is between 9 – 10 am.
Biker Safety
While all four courses have been designed to follow Door County’s less-travelled back roads, the routes will not be closed to traffic. All bikers should follow the rules of the road, including stopping at stop signs and riding single file on the right side of the road. It is recommended to wear a helmet when bicycling.
All routes for the Ride for Nature follow regular state, county and local roadways and are used by automobiles, trucks, buses, bicycles, motorcycles and farm machinery; they have no special provisions for bicyclists. Bicyclists participating in the Ride for Nature, using the map and the marked route, assume the responsibilities and risks for their own safety when cycling.
The bicycle is classified as a vehicle under Wisconsin state law (WI Statute 346.02 (4)) and has the same Rights AND RESPONSIBILITIES as motor vehicles, including the right to use public roads unless specifically prohibited. The safety of bicycling depends on the conscientious efforts of bicyclists and motorists to obey traffic laws and act with mutual consideration when sharing the roadway.
Rest Stops
Rest stops and “pit stops” will be available along each of the routes.
Rest Stop Windows
• County Road NP Rest Stop
Open 8 am – noon.
• Mink River Road Rest Stop (T.Ashwells)
Open 8am – noon.
• County Road F Rest Stop (Zion Church)
Open 9 am – 2 pm.
• North Bay Drive Rest Stop (Family Ride Turn Around Point)
Open 9 am – 11 am.
• Carlsville Rest Stop (Schopf’s Dairyview Farm)
Open 10:30 am – 3 pm.
Sag Wagon
Experienced bike mechanics will be available to assist with repairs along the course. It is recommended to ride with a cell phone along the route, in case of emergency or the need for mechanical assistance from the Sag Wagon; however, your cell phone may not work at all locations along the route.
Temperatures
Door County average temperatures in mid-June range from lows in the 50s to highs near 70. Keep in mind that it will be cooler by the lake.
Packet Pickup
On Friday, June 18, riders may pick up their packets at the Baileys Harbor Town Hall from 5 – 9 pm. Packets will include wristbands, detailed maps of the routes, with turn by turn directions, and other goodies.
A bike check will be available for those riders who would like check their bike the night before the event. Details will be announced soon.
On Ride Day, packets may be picked up at the Baileys Harbor Town Hall from 6:30 – 9:30 am. Packets will include wristbands, detailed maps of the routes, with turn by turn directions, and other goodies.
Pre-ordered merchandise will be available at packet pick-up, and other Ride for Nature merchandise will be for sale.
Parking Info
Plenty of parking should be available throughout downtown Baileys Harbor, as well as at the Town Hall and the Fire Department lot (on Park Road).
Post Ride Meal
Weisgerber’s Cornerstone Pub & Restaurant will provide a pasta lunch at the Baileys Harbor Town Hall Park after the ride. The meal will be served from 11 am – 4 pm. |
