Bikes and Bakeries Ride

Explore the Indianapolis Cultural Trail and some of the city’s best bakeries on this fun monthly group bike ride. Join us on this beginner-friendly ride as we pedal 4–10 miles along the Indianapolis Cultural Trail and show how it connects to other trails and greenways, stopping at a different local bakery each month to rest, mingle, and (optionally) indulge in a sweet treat. It’s the perfect recipe to kick off your weekend: bikes, bites, and meeting new friends along the Cultural Trail!

Bring your own bike or hop on one of our limited Pacers Bikeshare bikes. The ride is FREE, but donations are always welcome. Registration is required as space is limited.

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Biking Options
Bring your own bike or use a Pacers Bikeshare bike. We will have a limited number of Pacers Bikeshare bike for each ride. Pacers Bikeshare is complimentary for Annual, IndyRides Free, and Butler, members, and available to rental for non-members for $25. Those wanting a Pacers Bikeshare must register for one ahead of time on Eventbrite with appropriate ticket, be 18 years old, and sign the additional waiver. Helmets for riders are highly encouraged, so bring your own or borrow one of ours.

Unable to ride or not comfortable on a traditional two-wheel bike? Pacers Bikeshare offers a variety of adaptable bikes that can be reserved. However, reservations for an adapable bike must be complete 48 hours in advance of ride.

Ride Information

Bikes and Bakeries is a beginner-friendly group ride that welcomes all paces and experience levels. Each week the ride route will change, but it will utilize trails, cycletracks, and other bike infrastructure. Low-traffic, bike-friendly roads may be used as needed. Cyclists should feel comfortable riding for up to 10 miles at a casual, conversational pace. Participants should expect approximately 1 hour of riding with a roughly 30 minute break.

Registration

Registration is required for every participant. Please ensure you select the right date(s) and ticket type. A waitlist will be available if the event 'sells out.' We politlely ask you only register if you can attend and if you plans change, that you release your ticket so someone else may enjoy the ride.

Info: Grab a Pacer Bikeshare bike if reserved, check in, and meet the group! We'll have helmets to borrow and tools in case you need any last minute adjustments. Our ride leader will go over route and group ride instructions before we depart.

Info: Total ride time will be roughly 1 hour with a 30-45 minute stop to rest, socialize and enjoy a sweet treat if you choose! All food purchases are on our own. Ride route and location vary each time, but will be roughly 4-10 miles on trails, bike lanes, and low-traffic streets. Ride pace is typically 8-13 mph depending on location and group.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The Indianapolis Cultural Trail, 132 West Walnut Street, Indianapolis, United States

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