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BELLEVILLE AREA BICYCLING
AND EATING SOCIETY
http://www.bike2eat.org
Better known as BABES, this informal group holds weekly and weekend rides in the Illinois counties just east of St. Louis. Then they eat. Site includes calendar, maps, other basics.
BOEING EMPLOYEE
BICYCLE CLUB
http://www.bebikeclub.com
Club open to current Boeing employees, retirees and their families. Simple site offers ride calendar, links and the world-famous Tour de Donut.
GREAT RIVERS
GREENWAY DISTRICT
http://www.greatrivers.info
Tax-supported agency is spearheading the "River Ring" of greenways and trails. Other projects include Bike St. Louis, Riverfront Trail, Grant's Trail.
MISSOURI UNION
OF LONGBIKE ENTHUSIASTS
http://home.earthlink.net/
~tandemmules/
Site for area tandem enthusiasts offers photos, events, links to other tandem sites.
ST. LOUIS RANDONNEURING
http://www.stlbrevets.com
Local connection to Ranndonneuring USA runs self-supported area rides ranging from 200 to 600 kilometers. Site offers calendar, photos, rules.
ST. LOUIS RECREATIONAL
CYCLISTS
http://www.stlrc.org
The Turtles and Turbos have reorganized as a new LAB-affiliate group offering both moderate and more challenging rides in St. Louis and surrounds. Ride calendar, member area, photos, more.
TOURING CYCLIST TOURS
www.touringcyclist.com/tours.htm
This long-running touring service offers a series of weeklong tours in the Midwest. Shuttle service to trailheads and bike rentals, too.
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DOGFISH RACING TEAM
http://www.dogfish1.com/team.html
St. Louis-based clothing and gear maker also sponsors a nationwide team of racers. Pics, bios, etc.
DRJ RACING
http://www.drj-racing.com
Road/off-road team site has team results, member and sponsor lists.
Race photos and movies, too.
INTERNATIONAL
CHRISTIAN CYCLING
CLUB -- ST. LOUIS SPOKE
http://sports.groups.yahoo.com/
group/ICCC_STL/
ICCC members represent all types of cycling but are also "about serving God together." The members-only St. Louis spoke site has a calendar, photos, links, message board.
METRO EAST CYCLING
http://www.metroeastcycling.org
Club stresses camaraderie and safety as well as competition. Site has a newsletter, calendar with weekly group rides and time trial, message board.
MISSOURI BICYCLE
RACING ASSOCIATION
http://mobra.lockerdome.com
Umbrella group for USA Cycling sanctioned racing. Site includes race schedules, team listings, news articles, "Highlight Reel."
ST. LOUIS CYCLING CLUB
http://www.stlcc.net
Online home of the nation's longest-running bike club. History and info on meetings, group rides and other events. Multi-subject forum, maps page, more.
ST. PETERS BMX
http://www.stpetersbmx.com
Find BMX photos, links, race schedules, "getting started" pages on this site, run by an ABA-sanctioned track.
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GATEWAY OFF-ROAD
CYCLISTS
http://www.gorctrails.com
IMBA-affiliate non-profit dedicated to trail advocacy, design, construction and maintenance. Site offers trail news, schedules, more.
RAMP RIDERS SKATEPARK
http://rampriders.net
St. Louis' indoor BMX, skateboard and inline skatepark offers lessons, park rentals, BMX/skate shop. Helmets and waivers for those under 18 required.
ST. LOUIS ADVENTURE GROUP
www.meetup.com/StLAdventurers/
"A large group of people that like to have FUN!" Mountain biking, hiking, caving, etc. Varied event calendar and member info. Suggest or lead an event.
ST. LOUIS BIKE PARK
http://rampriders.net/
st-louis-bike-park/
The only free and legal U.S. trail facility for dirt jumping and MTBing is off Grant's Trail. Courses for beginner to expert BMXers, beginner mountain bikers.
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ST. LOUIS TRIATHLON CLUB
http://www.stlouistriclub.com
Tri club provides athletes of all abilities a team atmosphere, training programs and mentoring. Site provides race calendar and links, member area with library.
SWIM BIKE RUN
- ST. LOUIS
http://www.swimbikerunstlouis.com
The name is the game at this tri site. Regional news and event listings, training info and resources, links.
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BIKE GRANTS TRAIL
http://www.bikegrantstrail.com
All you need to know about Grant's Trail. Detailed maps, parking guide, directions, mileage, attractions, services, etc.
BIKE KATY TRAIL
http://www.bikekatytrail.com
All you need to know about the Katy Trail. Maps, service listings, events, mileage charts, comments page -- and more. Interactive ride planner, too.
BIKE ST. LOUIS
http://www.bikestlouis.org
Visit historic architecture, beautiful parks and attractions on the Bike St. Louis routes in St. Louis city. Includes map, safe cycling tips, links.
ITS TRAIL COMMITTEE
http://www.its-trail.org
Member-based group is working to build a paved trail from St. Louis to Springfied, Ill., partly using the railbed of the old Illinois Traction System trolley network.
MADISON COUNTY
TRANSIT TRAILS
http://www.mcttrails.org
Online guide to the extensive MCT trail system just east of St. Louis. Over 85 miles of rail corridors have been converted to trails linked to the transit system.
REGIONAL BIKEWAYS
OF METRO ST. LOUIS
http://bikeways.ridefinders.org
Interactive map system presents locations and descriptions of trails throughout the area. Includes directions to parking, trail distances, contacts. A service of RideFinders.
ST. LOUIS BICYCLE TRAILS
http://www.mv24.org/trails.html
Good overview of metro area bike paths, routes and trails. Provides photos, descriptions and basic locator map for over a dozen trail facilities.
TRAILNET
http://www.trailnet.org
Well-known group advocates cycling and other alternative transportation modes in the St. Louis region. Site provides trail news and information, e-newsletter, links, Bicycle Fun Club section.
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BIKE MS: EXPRESS SCRIPTS
GATEWAY GETAWAY RIDE
Gateway Area Chapter of NMSS
http://www.gatewaymsbikeride.org
Popular fund-raiser for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society attracts teams as well as individuals. Large rally-style event is set for September 7-8, 2013, near Columbia, Mo. -- 20 to 100 miles daily with great support.
MOONLIGHT RAMBLE
www.moonlightramble.com
The world's original nightime bicycle ride -- and one of the largest -- will be held in downtown St. Louis August 17, 2013. Several urban route choices will be available. Celebrating 50 years!
PEDAL THE CAUSE
www.pedalthecause.org
Raise money for cancer research and cures for patients at several St. Louis-area cancer centers. October 5-6, 2013, event features Taste the Cause and guest speakers Saturday, five routes from 15 to 100 miles on Sunday.
TOUR DE CURE
http://main.diabetes.org/site/
TR?fr_id=8643&pg=entry
Raise money for American Diabetes Association programs June 1, 2013, at the new location: Riverfront Park in Alton, Ill. Rides vary from 10 to 100 miles, with regular rest stops and free entry to Raging Rivers Water Park in Grafton.
TOUR DE STOOGES
http://www.tourdestooges.com
This BABES event combines cycling and slapstick on May 4, 2013, in Highland, Ill. Routes of 17 to 64 miles end with a catered lunch and all the Stooges film comedy you can stand.
TOUR DE WELLNESS
http://www.stlukes-stl.com/
tourdewellness
Support St. Luke's Hospital and your own health August 18, 2013. Scenic 15-, 30- or 60-mile routes in West St. Louis County with sag and rest stops. Free wellness screenings, too.
WILL CYCLE FOR CHARITY
http://www.willcycleforcharity.com
Will Cycle for Charity is a group of area cyclists who donate their skills and time to raise money for local charity groups through cycling events.
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BANANA BIKE BRIGADE
bananabikebrigade.blogspot.com
"America's premier parading art bike group" encourages those around them to have fun through art. Site includes BBB story, event schedule, photos, etc.
CITY CYCLING TOURS
http://www.citycyclingtours.com
Tour service provides guided tours of St. Louis' Forest Park that highlight the park's history, architecture, attractions and features.
COMMUTE ST. LOUIS
http://www.commutestlouis.com
"Encouragement, education and advocacy" for bike commuting. Learn the basics and share ideas on alternative transportation.
ST. LOUIS BICYCLEWORKS
http://www.bworks.org
Kids learn vocational and living skills while "earning" bikes and computers. Shaw neighborhood group needs volunteers, equipment donations.
ST. LOUIS BIKING
http://www.stlbiking.com
Cycling information for St. Louis and the Midwest. Features news, photos, message board, area ride and race info, cycling blogs and more. Very comprehensive.
TEAM REVOLUTION
http://www.teamrevcycling.org
St. Louis-based club for women looking to explore the sport of cycling has evolved into a non-profit education and advocacy group. Forum, event listings, other resources.
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