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We welcome IVW members to join Team Bike Peoria or register as individuals or form an IVW Team.
Team Bike Peoria is hosting Beers & Gears fundraiser to support riders participating in Tour de Farms.
Team Bike Peoria website registration and Team Jersey
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IVW Weekly Rides
(Helmets are required for all rides)
MONDAYS: Bill Semmens will lead starting April 11th @ 9am. Will start from Methodist Church in Dunlap. Watch emails for changes (bsemmens5@comcast.net))
Al Wenninger leads rides from Morton. Watch emails
TUESDAYS: Steve Jensen & Randy Swenson leading rides. Location varies but usually northwest of Peoria. Start times vary. Starting date is year round depending on weather. Distance 20-40 miles. Level 1 no drop. Contact Steve’s email or LO Rides of Peoria on facebook.. (shjensen1@yahoo.com)
Steve Kurt Leader-start 4/12 @ 5:30pm until 5/8 then 6pm from Dunlap School
WEDNESDAYS: Bill Semmens will again lead. starting April 13th @ 9am. Will start from Methodist Church in Dunlap. Watch emails for changes (bsemmens5@comcast.net))
THURSDAYS: Joe Russell will lead the women’s ride from his store starting May 12th @ 9am
SATURDAYS: Steve Jensen & Randy Swenson leading rides. Location varies but usually northwest of Peoria. Start times vary. Starting date is year round depending on weather. Distance 20-40 miles. Level 1 no drop. Contact Steve’s email or LO Rides of Peoria on facebook,, (shjensen1@yahoo.com)
Joe Russell will lead a ride from his store starting May 8th @ 8am. Ride cancelations will be posted on Russell Cycle and Fitness Facebook page.
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IVW OUT OF THE BOX RIDES FOR 2022
IVW OUT OF BOX RIDES SCHEDULE 3-12-22
(helmets are required for all rides)
Friday, May 13:
LaVerne Wilson & Steve Grube will lead a Mackinaw to Carlock Ride. Meet at 9 a.m. across from IGA in the Park area. You can park on the side streets. Mackinaw has many more peaceful less traveled roads. Lunch will be in Carlock Restaurant. Mileage is 32 miles.
Wednesday, May 25:
Rich Giebelhausen will lead a ride at 9 a.m. Details TBD
Monday, June 6:
Bill Semmens will lead a Princeville to Wyoming ride. Meeting at Cutter Park in Princeville at 8:30. Mileage TBD.
Wednesday, June 22:
Allan Wenninger will lead a Hopedale Ride. Details TBD
Friday, July 8:
Randy Swensen will be ride leader at Coffee Can, 224 N. Second St., in downtown Hanna City, off Rt. 116. Will will depart. at 8:30 and ride to Farmington with a stop at the Circle K. Then return to Coffee Can for lunch or a snack. About 29 miles
Wednesday, July 20: POSTPONED due to heat
Larry Trollope will lead the East Peoria to Goodfield ride meeting at 8:30 a.m. Fondulac Park District parking near the caboose. Lunch will be in Goodfied at Busy Corner & expect 35 miles.
Friday, August 12:
Allan Wenninger will lead the Comalara Park to Lake Bloomington with lunch at Lake Road Inn. Mileage & Time TBD.
Wednesday, August 24:
Ken Pope will lead his Alpaca Ride departing from Pearce Community Center, 610 W. Cedar St., Chillicothe at 9 a.m. We will be visiting the Alpaca Farm which is about 18 miles out arriving about 11 a.m. These Alpacas are so gentle and fun to be around. I know we wish our grandchildren could be on this trip. Lunch is at Lucky Dog Pub & Eatery at 701 N 4th St, Chillicothe following the ride for those who care to join us. Mileage 32 miles
LaVerne Wilson & Steve Grube will lead the Tanners Ride meeting at 9 a.m. at Pearce Community Center 610 W Cedar St. Chillicothe. Lunch at Tanners and returning a different route down Lake Shore Dr., Hallock Hollow, and Cloverdale Rd. Mileage 35 miles. Est.
Wednesday, September 21:
LaVerne Wilson & Steve Grube will lead a ride meeting at Russell Cycle at 9 a.m. to Upper Spring Bay back roads and returning on Metamora/Washington blacktop. Estimate 30 miles. Lunch at Kep’s Bar & Grill at 414 Muller Rd.
LaVerne Wilson, Organizer
lvrnwlsn@gmail.com 309-229-0984
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MORTON’S MONDAY RIDE
MORTON’S MONDAY RIDE
When: May 2 to October 31
Where: Morton Soccer Fields(McClallen Park)
Times: 9:00am until June then 8:00am
Specifics: Every Monday we will meet at Morton’s Soccer Fields (McClellan Park) on the corner of Jackson and Tennessee. Rides will start around 25 miles and build to 40 miles with a short coffee stop during the ride (Casey’s, Eli’s, or the like). This is a no drop, upper level 1 ride developing into level 2 ride by the end of summer. Ride length and direction will depend on riding conditions for that day. You can receive updates on this ride by emailing me at Alcycle200@gmail.com. ***The week before the No Boloney Ride there will be a Metric Century(62.2 miles). It WILL NOT be on a Monday
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NEVER TOO YOUNG TO START CYCLING
My name is Nicolas and I volunteer with an online learning program for a special group of kids. We were researching outdoor activities such as cycling and we came across your web page ivwheelmn.org/wordpress/?page_id=448
As part of the assignment one of my students, Emily, sent me this article on the health benefits of cycling for kids bobbinbikes.com/blogs/resource/cycling-for-kids-health-benefits
She also suggested that we share this with you because it has some great information and complements the other resources on your site. If you agree, Emily will get a real kick out of seeing her suggestion added to that page. It would also be a teachable moment for the rest of the class; showing that you can make things happen – if you just ask!
Cycling for Kids: Health Benefits
Kids are always on the move but getting them to go outside can be tricky at times. Cycling is an excellent method to get children outside and active. Cycling has many physiological benefits for children, but it also helps them improve their mental health. All children should engage in at least 60 minutes of physical activity per day, according to the National Health Service of the United Kingdom. Cycling is one of the most effective ways for children to obtain the exercise that they require. It not only keeps them healthy, but it also has numerous other advantages. We’ll look at some of the primary benefits of cycling for kids in this blog post to help you determine if this activity is suitable for your family.
Bicycling Keeps Kids Fit and Healthy Far into Adulthood
Cycling can benefit children’s health in a variety of ways. Cycling strengthens leg muscles and joints, which might help people avoid accidents as they age. Cycling is beneficial to a child’s cardiovascular health because it improves blood circulation throughout the body. Children who ride bicycles regularly growing up are more likely to remain physically active as adults, which has been linked to a variety of health benefits, including a lower risk of heart disease, certain malignancies, obesity, and diabetes, according to studies.
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Relieves Stress and Enhances Mental Health
Today’s children are exposed to various stressful conditions that can affect their moods, such as school pressures or family troubles at home. Cycling has been demonstrated to boost children’s mood by raising endorphin levels, which positively impact their mental health. Cycling is a fantastic sport for youngsters struggling with anxiety or stress because it is entertaining and easy to undertake.
Cycling is an excellent technique for children to relieve stress and improve their mental health. Bicycling makes kids happy in a variety of ways, but primarily intense physical activity produces a natural endorphin rush that boosts mood and reduces stress. While riding trails or taking cycling classes, it also encourages creativity, problem-solving skills, and socialization. It’s entertaining and easy to incorporate into most children’s activities.
A Boost to Your Child’s Confidence
Cycling can help children gain confidence in themselves while improving self-esteem, even though it may appear to be all fun and games. Cycling can also help your child develop social skills by allowing them to engage with others while riding on trails or in a cycling class. Riding boosts self-esteem, allowing kids to become more self-assured. Cycling with your child can be a fun way to spend quality time together while improving muscle control and coordination and encouraging independence.
Improves Your Child’s Socializing Skills
Cycling is an excellent technique to encourage children to interact with one another. It is not only possible to do it in groups, but it also allows them to meet new people while cycling. It’s also a great way for parents to spend quality time with their children while still getting some exercise. As a result, riding is a pleasant way for kids to improve their social skills and meet new people. Cycling is a popular hobby among children of all ages in the United Kingdom.
Improves Muscle Mass and Bone Strength in Children
According to studies, kids who cycle regularly have more muscle mass than those who do not. This is fantastic news since the leaner muscle you have, the faster your metabolism will be, which will help you maintain a healthy weight. Cycling also improves children’s flexibility, which is a significant health benefit. Cycling is an excellent approach for youngsters to gain muscle and build strength. Biking has been found in studies to help strengthen your child’s bones, which is important because our skeleton does not fully grow until around 20. Cycling is an excellent approach for children to strengthen their bones while also increasing muscle tone and endurance.
Keeps Kids Active
Cycling for kids is an inexpensive and effective way to start your youngster moving and help them grow into healthy adults. Cycling not only has numerous health benefits, but it’s also a great way to introduce your child to physical activity without spending a lot of money or forcing them to be physically active all day. For most children, the nicest aspect about cycling is that it is a beautiful method to exercise while having fun outside in the fresh air. Educating children on the values of a healthy lifestyle is an excellent way to encourage them to develop healthy lifelong habits such as eating nutritious foods and staying active through cycling or other physical activities.
It’s Important to Play Outside in the Digital Age
It’s easy to let children stay indoors playing on their phones or laptops all day, thanks to amazing and fun new technologies. While new technology is useful, sitting inside on a screen all day does not provide your child with the same health benefits as cycling. Getting outside is essential for children because it allows them to exercise and be fit. Kids enjoy being outside and trying new hobbies like biking, which gives them more independence than sitting inside playing video games. Cycling is a fantastic method for kids to get outside and exercise while also teaching them essential life skills such as problem-solving, independence, creativity, and social interaction. It’s easy to forget, with all of the technological advancements over the last few decades, how beneficial playing outside can be for both parents and children. Outside play not only helps your children improve their motor skills, but it also allows them to get some exercise without having to stay inside all day!
Good for the Environment
Cycling is also an excellent way for kids to become more environmentally conscious. This not only benefits the environment but also teaches them the importance of caring for our earth while also instilling responsibility. Cycling regularly teaches children not only how to be more environmentally sensitive, but also how to express concern for the world in which their future children will live.
Every Child Should Learn How to Ride a Bike
Cycling for kids is a great way to introduce children to the activity without spending a lot of money or having them be physically active all day. Riding a bike can assist your child’s physical health by strengthening muscles, bones and increasing circulation. Riding a bike also helps youngsters develop confidence, which is essential when exploring their independence. Bicycling can help kids get a great cardiovascular workout while also helping them become more environmentally conscious!
Health Benefits for Parents
Cycling for kids is not only suitable for your children, but it’s also good for you! Even if you don’t intend to return to the sport, it can be an excellent opportunity for you to spend quality time with your children without having to spend a lot of money. Riding bikes together also allows parents and their children to bond while encouraging young bikers to work together. Cycling for kids is not only beneficial to their health, but it’s also a fun way to spend time with them and encourage them to build good habits early in life.
Important Safety Reminders
Cycling is an excellent way for kids to be fit, but it’s also critical that they stay safe while doing so. When cycling, a correctly fitting helmet can help protect your child in the event of an accident, and it should be always worn. If you’re looking for the correct helmet for your child, go to your local bike shop and have the staff measure their head before finding the perfect fit.
Another wise safety practice is teaching children how to manage bicycles with hand brakes properly, so they know what to do in an emergency. Teach them to look both ways during turns and to stop completely before crossing roads or paths before letting them travel on their own. Riding a bike may take some time to get used to, but it will ultimately become second nature.
Encourage your child to explore their surroundings and meet new people while riding bikes once you’ve taught them the fundamentals of cycling. Cycling’s health benefits for children are just one aspect that makes it such a great family sport. Whether you bike once or twice a week or every day, it’s always a good idea to spend time with your family outside doing a fun physical activity like bicycling.
Bicycling can assist youngsters in staying fit while also alleviating stress. This type of exercise not only improves cardiovascular fitness but also improves bone strength, which helps adults avoid accidents. Many people believe that the rise in childhood obesity is attributable to a lack of daily exercise. Cycling is a low-cost exercise that will appeal to children of all ages. So, what do you have to lose? Today is a great day to get out on two wheels.
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IVW Board Meeting:
On 11/10/2021 the IVW Board met and decided on the following donations:
AMBUCS: $1000. to add to their donation to provide a handicapped bike to a needy child/adolescent
Ride IL: $250.
League of Illinois Bicycle: $250.
Blue Ridge Community Farm: $100.
Donation of Porta Potty on the trail, splitting the full amount of $700. with FOTRIT: $350.00
Village of Mackinaw: A bicycle maintenance station for the village park: Amount to be investigated by Al Wenninger.
Epic: Year of bicycle maintenance and equipment related to bicycling to be provided by Illinois Cycle.
United Methodist Church: $250.00 for their kind offering of their parking lot.
If you have any questions about the above donations please contact Pam Hoehne @ pshuckhoehne@gmail.com
Another release: 2021 Awards voted on at the end of year gathering at Kennel Lake on 10/30/2021
Hub Of Club: Al Wenninger
Miles in the saddle: Steve Kurt (final tally TBD)
Most improved Male: Ben Thomas
Most improved female: Susan Hood
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2021 SPRING BREAKOUT PICTURES
Pictures taken by Wally Born
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