The Arlington Heights Bicycle Club sponsors a ride every year - the Arlington 500. This ride draws hundreds of riders to the Northwest Chicago suburbs.

The Arlington 500 is a recreational bike ride on scenic roads in Lake County. You have the option of doing a 28, 42, 54 or 69 mile (500 furlongs) route.
This is a fully supported ride. We provide:

• Cue Sheet, map and route markings
• Bike shop support at start
• Rest stops with food and beverages
• Clean toilet facilities
• Roving support vehicles on the route
• Small gift to all who pre-register.

Registration Time

Starts at 6:30 a.m. for all riders Closes at 9:00 a.m. for 54 and 69 mile riders Closes at 10:00 a.m. for 28 and 42 mile riders

Registration & Registration Fees

Use the form at the right (one form per rider) Pre-registration fee –$15.00 per rider Must be received by May 16th . Day of the Ride Registration – $20.00 per rider

Terrain

Mostly level with some moderate hills.

Your Safety

Use of a SNELL approved bicycle helmet is strongly recommended. And wearing ear buds is strongly discouraged. Both of these can impact your safety on the road!

Obey Traffic Laws

Please share the road in a courteous way with other vehicles and pedestrians. Ride single file when necessary and obey all stop signs. Police officers in communities along our routes will issue citations to bicyclists who don’t properly follow the rules of the road.

For More Information E-mail: 500@cyclearlington.com