Jim Winkle's Bike Rides from Madison, Wisconsin

Mt. Vernon park
Mt. Vernon park

Below are some nice rides that build up to a century ride. And here are some tips for long-distance biking and tips for adjusting your bike for comfort.

I'm thinking about working up to a 130 mile ride this summer (2010); contact me me if you're interested.

These rides start from our house on Emerson St. Most of these rides require a state trail pass to make it easier to get out of Madison. These use Google Maps, which unfortunately doesn't know about bike trails (sign the petition), so I approximated the trails with roads. All rides are straight out and back unless noted. Many of these are lovely rides, especially the longer ones. There are generally restrooms and water at the halfway point.

Other rides

You'll generally need to drive to the start of these rides.

Contact me if you have questions or suggestions about any of this.