One of Chicago’s most iconic roads this weekend will shut down to cars and instead open up to thousands of cyclists as part of the popular “Bike the Drive” event.
The annual event, which benefits the Active Transportation Alliance, starts at 6:30 a.m. Sunday, according to organizers. Riders will begin in Grant Park and along DuSable Lake Shore Drive, from Hyde Park up to Edgewater.
The full, 30-mile loop extends from Bryn Mawr Ave. to 57th Street, officials said, with bikes taking over all of northbound and Southbound Lake Shore Drive. The event’s 15-mile route is half of the loop from Grant Park.
The event also means that DuSable Lake Shore Drive will close to cars beginning at 6 a.m. Sunday, with reopening set for between 11:30 a.m. and 12 p.m.
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Bikers can ride as little or as much as they want, with safe entry points at Main Festival in Grant Park, at Bryn Mawr Avenue, Fullerton Avenue, Oakwood Boulevard and the Museum of Science and Industry.
Bikes are available to rent, according to organizers, and registration is required. More than 20,000 riders are expected.
The event, which spans both sides of the drive, is open to people of all abilities, organizers said. Cyclists must bring their e-ticket to the event, and are advised to wear layers.
“Also, bring sunscreen, water and bike lights for your commute to the ride,” organizers said. “Sunrise is roughly 6:20 am.”
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