So much bike-related awesome in the month of July. Where to begin? Here are a few of our favorites.

July 4 
July Fourth Metric Century - Is there any better way to spend the holiday morning than riding with your besties and eating watermelon? 

Tour de France begins!

Don't miss a minute. Last year I bought the iPad app and using Apple TV, projected it on my TV. Just add some French food and invite your friends for TdF viewing parties. Here are the TdF deets including teams, route, schedule, etc. 

July 5 
Women's Dirt Days at Palos
Great mountain biking, great company. The first of the series at Kettle Moraine had a huge turn-out (see pic).

Roscoe Village Kidical Mass
Great ride for families! Ride begins at 10 am on July 5th at Audubon School playground. 

July 8

Twisted Arc
Chicago Beer Exploration Society? 'nuff said. Join them on this epic tour of breweries by bike.

July 11

Tour de Fat

Now a classic, the famous festival of bikes benefits West Town Bikes.

July 17

Intelligentsia Cup

"Featuring top-level professional and elite amateur athletes. Each race venue includes exciting racing complemented by healthy and fun family activities, a lifestyle expo, as well as food and beverage from local vendors."

Southside Critical Mass

"A fun, free bike ride from Chatham neighborhood on the Southside of Chicago."

July 25

Venus de Miles, all-women's bike ride

Voted "Best Cycling Event" by Competitor magazine. Includes organic food, complimentary cocktails, and spa services. Register now and SAVE $10 w/code chainlink