September 19, 2026
Join us for the 41st tour through Illinois’ largest Amish community in Arthur. Enjoy quiet county back roads, a well-stocked rest area, and ride alongside horse-drawn buggies. Enjoy lunch downtown after at a local restaurant or Pauly’s BBQ food truck from 11 am to 2 pm.
Proceeds from the ride support cycling projects, including youth education, advocacy, and bike safety in the Decatur area.
Routes
Start/Finish: Arthur Community Building, 120 E. Progress St. Ample street parking around the registration site.
There are five route options, each a loop between 10 and 30 miles. Every route returns to the registration area and rest stop, where snacks and drinks are available. Ride as many loops as you like. The terrain is flat to rolling and is appropriate for all riders and bicycle types. The routes are marked on the roads and Ride With GPS are made available the week before the ride.
Ride Details
If you plan to ride 50 miles or more, please start no later than 8:30 a.m. SAG vehicles for bike repairs or riders and gear pickup are available until 3 p.m. The ride is held rain or shine.
Ride safely with a bicycle in good working order. Helmets are required.
Registration
Sign up in advance for the best price. $30 before Aug. 30 / $40 after. Refunds are not available.
Register online or by mail in advance. Day of registration is also available from 7-10 a.m. Questions? Contact us at decaturbicycleclub@gmail.com.
Lodging Options
- Arthur’s Country Inn, 785 E Columbia St. Arthur , IL 61911
- Green Mill Village Hotel & Suites, 917 Green Mill Rd, Arcola IL 61910
- Quality Inn Arcola, 610 E. Springfield, Arcola, IL 61910
