Join Team Envision for cycling fun this summer and a chance to learn about our innovative program that empowers
people with disabilities.
We’ve planned a range of cycling experiences so there’s something for everyone.
You’re all invited!
So many ways to participate
Cycle with Envision Unlimited members* and supporters
Become a Buddy Biking cycling volunteer
Simply attend our events for the fun of it
Donate to support our Adaptive Cycling program and mission
Become a Team Envision VIP and raise awareness and funds for the Envision Unlimited innovative programs. Learn more and register here.
Think about becoming a sponsor.
Learn more via video here.
Learn about the benefits here.
Check out scenes from last year's rides
~ ROSTER OF MONTHLY EVENTS ~
Cycling the Track at the Ed Rudolph Velodrome
Sunday, June 2 from 10am-2pm
1479 Maple Avenue, Northbrook
Ride with Team Envision at Northbrook's famed Velodrome, a track designed just for cycling and join in a full day of cycling events. Ride your own bike or check out the Envision Unlimited diverse fleet of cycles including singles, tandems, tricycles and duet bikes.
Learn more and register here.
Cycling on Chicago's Lakefront Trail
Tuesday, June 25 from 10:30am-1:30pm
Margaret T. Burroughs Beach and Park
at 31st Street and DuSable Lake Shore Drive, Chicago
Join us as we pedal along Lake Michigan with the backdrop of the Chicago Skyline and a cooling breeze from the lake. Bring your own bike or volunteer to ride with a member on one of the bikes from our adaptive cycling fleet.
Learn more and register here.
Journey of Hope Friendship Visit Ride Along
Wednesday, July 24 from 9:30am-12:30pm
Envision Unlimited Westtown Center
1801 North Spaulding Avenue, Chicago
The Journey of Hope is a cross-country bike ride sponsored by Pi Kappa Phi to bring awareness to people with disabilities. Join them for their stop in Chicago at the 606 Trail and learn more about the Envision Unlimited Adaptive Cycling program.
Learn more and register here,
Ride the Trail at Big Marsh Park
Saturday, August 17 from 10am-1pm
11559 South Stony Island Avenue, Chicago
Join Envision Unlimited members and volunteers for a ride on the unique bike paths at Chicago Park District’s Big Marsh Park. Known for its flora, fauna and wetlands, we may pass blue herons or variety of ducks on the nature-filled trails. Bring your own bike, rent a bike at the park or volunteer to ride with a member on one of the bikes from our adaptive cycling fleet.
Bike the Drive with Team Envision
Sunday, September 1 from 6am – 12pm
Butler Field, DuSable Lake Shore Drive and East Monroe Street
Join Team Envision for a great day of riding on Chicago’s DuSable Lake Shore Drive when the roadway is opened exclusively for bikes and bikers of all abilities.
LEARN MORE AND REGISTER HERE
Bike the North Shore Century with Team Envision
Sunday, September 15 from 7:30am – 1pm
Dawes Park, 1700 Sheridan Road, Evanston
Join Team Envision at one of Chicagoland’s premiere cycling events. We'll ride through beautiful neighborhoods, view unique architectural treasures, pedal down tree-lined streets and feel the refreshing breezes of Lake Michigan while enjoying the flat to rolling countryside between Chicago and Wisconsin. There are a variety of routes available including a 5-mile ride for adaptive bike riders led by Envision Unlimited members.
LEARN MORE AND REGISTER HERE
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If you have questions, contact event manager Jemeela Pettigrew at 312-506-4820 or jpettigrew@envisionunlimited.org.
*We call our clients with disabilities “members”, because that is how they prefer to be known.
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