Thursday Medium pace ride. Duan Fauser host.

LCC offers 3 standing rides each week on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Ride routes vary, and consist mostly of trails, but might also include some road riding. All rides are no-drop, meaning there is always a designated “sweep” to make sure no one is left behind. 

Non-members are welcome to participate in up to 2 rides before joining but must sign a participation waiver prior to riding [link]. 

Monday Evening Rides
Monday evening rides meet at the Ankeny Market Pavilion (AMP) located at 715 West 1st Street in Ankeny (unless otherwise noted). **New in 2024- Monday evening rides will depart at 5:30 pm. Rides are held from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Ride lengths vary from 15 to 30 miles depending on time of year and availability of daylight.

Wednesday Daytime Ride
Wednesday daytime rides meet at the Ankeny Market Pavilion (AMP) located at 715 West 1st Street in Ankeny (unless otherwise noted). Rides typically being in April, weather permitting, and continue into the fall. Ride start times change throughout the season depending on the weather. Ride lengths vary from 30 to 50 miles with a lunch stop mid-ride.

Thursday Evening Rides

Thursday evening rides meet at Albaugh Family Community Center parking lot located at 150 NW Ash Street in Ankeny (unless otherwise noted). Thursday evening rides depart at 6:00 pm. Rides are held from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Ride lengths vary from 15 to 30 miles depending on time of year and availability of daylight.

Want to host a weekly ride? Click here to sign up!

To host any other ride Contact LCC Board OR Email Ride Chair: Mark Van Wyk. ridechair@lakecountrycyclists.com.

Required Equipment for all LCC rides:

  • Helmet (ANSI or SNELL approved).
  • Headlight and taillight (Iowa law requires taillight when riding on any roadway).
  • Identification and emergency contact information.
  • Water and food or snack longer rides.

Recommended Equipment:

  • Rear-view mirror.
  • Cell phone.
  • Cash or credit card (for food, beverages, coffee, or emergencies).
  • Spare tube and patch kit with pump or CO2 cartridges.

Not permitted on any LCC rides:

  • Earbuds or other earphones 

Ride Sign-In:

All riders (including members) must sign-in and provide an emergency contact at each ride.