Join me on this beautiful Spring ride through the rolling hills of northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin. The ride is fully supported (rest stops, sag support, etc.) and includes a post-ride lunch available until 3:00 PM. The ride begins in Rockton, Illinois (90 miles northwest of Evanston just off of I-90).
What: Blackhawk Country Roads (Blackhawk Country Roads)
When: Saturday, May 23, 2026
Where: Rockton, Illinois (90 miles northwest of Evanston just off of I-90)
Start Location: Greater Rockton Centre, 302 Main Street
Distances: 32, 45 and 64 mile options – I plan to ride the 64 mile option
Registration: On-line registration closes May 20; In-person registration on May 23
Pace: Ride at your own pace – I plan to ride at the high end of the EBC Moderate pace/low end of the EBC Fast pace (14 – 16 mph)
Start Time/Sign-In Sheet: I intend to begin the ride at 7:45 AM; I will have the sign-in sheet at the start location from approximately 7:15 AM until I begin the ride.
Ride Leader: Bob Slaughter (r.z.slaughter@gmail.com – 847-927-0911)
Please let me know if you plan to join this ride or if you have any questions about the ride.