Cycle Brookfield: Making Brookfield more bikeable
Cycle Brookfield wants to make it safer, easier, and more fun to bike in and around Brookfield. We do that through education, advocacy and community building. We support:
- more and safer bike lanes and bike routes in Brookfield
- more and better cycling connections to neighboring suburbs and Chicago
- more and more secure bike parking
- fun cycling events for riders of all ages and skill levels
- an active and inclusive community of cyclists
SpokeN'Wheel Pod casts
Check out these helpful podcast from Chris Valadez, President of Cycle Brookfield and Peter Janunas, Treasurer of Cycle Brookfield.Episode 001: Our Favorite Bike Groups in Chicago
Episode 002: Cheesecake, hardtails, and sunscreen
Episode 003: Chicken Nuggets and brevets. We're talking randonneuring
Episode 004: eFat Bikes, Long Hours, and Permits
Episode 005: Gravel bikes, Goofballs and Night Moves
Episode 006: The Entrepreneurial Spirit, Nitro Coffee, And Taxes!
Ride into fun with these community bike rides!
Are you ready to embark on a two-wheeled adventure through the beautiful landscapes and quaint neighborhoods of the near west suburbs? Our fantastic community members have come together to help you bike the burbs, where you can explore the charm and beauty of Brookfield, Oak Park, and Riverside, IL, from the saddle of your bicycle.Learn more at https://explore.visitoakpark.com/info/bike-rides-oak-park
upcoming cycle brookfield events
Check back here regularly to get information on upcoming event and scheduled rides. You can also get the latest details by viewing our facebook page.cyclebrookfield presents
First Friday Slow Roll Social Ride
Friday, May 3, 2024
6:30pm Start at
The Compassion Factory
9210 Broadway, Brookfield, Illinois
5 miles or 2.5 mile Slow Roll
Invite a friend and come to the First Friday ride on Friday, May 3 at 6:30PM. We will be starting off at The Compassion Factory and slow pedaling through Brookfield for 5 miles or a 2.5 mile short course and ending at the Compassion Factory Garden.
MAY SLOW ROLL STARTS AT 6:30PM!!
First Friday Slow Roll Social Ride
Friday, May 3, 2024
6:30pm Start at
The Compassion Factory
9210 Broadway, Brookfield, Illinois
5 miles or 2.5 mile Slow Roll
Invite a friend and come to the First Friday ride on Friday, May 3 at 6:30PM. We will be starting off at The Compassion Factory and slow pedaling through Brookfield for 5 miles or a 2.5 mile short course and ending at the Compassion Factory Garden.
MAY SLOW ROLL STARTS AT 6:30PM!!
cyclebrookfield presents
Annual Bike Safety Check up Event
Saturday, May 11, 2024
11:00 am-2:00PM
The Compassion Factory
9210 Broadway, Brookfield, Illinois
Shake the dust off that bicycle sitting in your garage, and bring it by the Compassion Factory on Saturday, May 11th! Stop by and meet other Brookfield cyclists and get your bike safety check up!
check tires inflation • bike wash • minor adjustments
Annual Bike Safety Check up Event
Saturday, May 11, 2024
11:00 am-2:00PM
The Compassion Factory
9210 Broadway, Brookfield, Illinois
Shake the dust off that bicycle sitting in your garage, and bring it by the Compassion Factory on Saturday, May 11th! Stop by and meet other Brookfield cyclists and get your bike safety check up!
check tires inflation • bike wash • minor adjustments
cyclebrookfield presents
Annual Oak2Oak Members Ride
Saturday, May 18, 2024
10:00am Start
Imperial Oak Brewing - Brookfield,9526 Ogden Ave, Brookfield to
Imperial Oak Brewing - Willow SpringsWillow Blvd, Willow Springs
Join us for Saturday, May 18 for a long-distance ride from Imperial Oak in Brookfield to Imperial Oak in Willow Springs and back to Imperial Oak in Brookfield. This is a SAG-supported ride; if you have a break down, we'll be there to support you.
Ride is open to Cycle Brookfield Card Carrying Members Only.
Not a member?
Join today http://cyclebrookfield.com/membership/
Annual Oak2Oak Members Ride
Saturday, May 18, 2024
10:00am Start
Imperial Oak Brewing - Brookfield,9526 Ogden Ave, Brookfield to
Imperial Oak Brewing - Willow SpringsWillow Blvd, Willow Springs
Join us for Saturday, May 18 for a long-distance ride from Imperial Oak in Brookfield to Imperial Oak in Willow Springs and back to Imperial Oak in Brookfield. This is a SAG-supported ride; if you have a break down, we'll be there to support you.
Ride is open to Cycle Brookfield Card Carrying Members Only.
Not a member?
Join today http://cyclebrookfield.com/membership/
Follow our Google Calendar or Facebook page for up-to-date events
Cycle Brookfield 2024 Calendar
Cycle Brookfield members participated in the following events in 2023:
Cycle Brookfield Annual Summit— January 19
Cycle Brookfield Bicycle Film Fest — Slaying the Badger— February 2
Cycle Brookfield Indoor Event — Learn about Randonneuring — March 15
International Women’s Day “Together We Ride” Ride — March 11
First Friday Slow Roll Social Rides — April 5, May 3, June 7, Aug 2, Sept 6, Oct 4
Cycle Brookfield Bike Safety Tune Up Day — May 11
Cycle Brookfield Oak2Oak Bike Tour Member Event — May 18
Tour De Shore — June 14 -15
4th of July Village of Brookfield Parade — July 4
Cycle Brookfield Light up the Night Ride — July 5
Cycle Brookfield Bike Brookfield Week — July 22-29
Cycle Brookfield Criterium - Intellegencia Cup Races — July 26
National Night Out First Responders Event Bike Valet Service — Aug 3
Cycle Brookfield Labor Day Pop-Up Ride — Oak Park Tour — September 5
Brookfield Farmers Market Bike Valet Parking — June 8, July 13
Cycle Brookfield Haunted House Ride — November 1
Cycle Brookfield Last Ride Of the Year — December 28
Cycle Brookfield Annual Summit— January 19
Cycle Brookfield Bicycle Film Fest — Slaying the Badger— February 2
Cycle Brookfield Indoor Event — Learn about Randonneuring — March 15
International Women’s Day “Together We Ride” Ride — March 11
First Friday Slow Roll Social Rides — April 5, May 3, June 7, Aug 2, Sept 6, Oct 4
Cycle Brookfield Bike Safety Tune Up Day — May 11
Cycle Brookfield Oak2Oak Bike Tour Member Event — May 18
Tour De Shore — June 14 -15
4th of July Village of Brookfield Parade — July 4
Cycle Brookfield Light up the Night Ride — July 5
Cycle Brookfield Bike Brookfield Week — July 22-29
Cycle Brookfield Criterium - Intellegencia Cup Races — July 26
National Night Out First Responders Event Bike Valet Service — Aug 3
Cycle Brookfield Labor Day Pop-Up Ride — Oak Park Tour — September 5
Brookfield Farmers Market Bike Valet Parking — June 8, July 13
Cycle Brookfield Haunted House Ride — November 1
Cycle Brookfield Last Ride Of the Year — December 28
Cycle Brookfield encourages bicycling with the following events.
First Friday Rides
A monthly Slow Roll Social Ride to enjoy local roads and meet other cyclist. Learn More!Fourth of July Parade
Cycle Brookfield participates in this annual village event to promote cycling in our home town. Learn More!Bike Brookfield Week
Cycle Brookfield produces this annual week long village cycling event and provides support and volunteers.BonFire Ride
This winter event includes a ride in any kind of weather and socializing by a bonfire for the most adventurous souls.Informal Group Rides
Cycle Brookfield members announce local informal rides for members to join. The rides are usually defined by distance and rate of speed to help you decide if it is right for your level of riding.CycleBrookfield's Haunted Halloween Ride
Cycle Brookfield advocates riding year round for fun and community building. This year was our first Halloween Haunted House ride. Participants wore Costumes, masks, helmets and decorated their bikes with lights. The first 50 children were awarded CycleBrook bicycle safety lights. The Halloween Haunted House ride was a 5 mile tour through Brookfield visiting many of the best decorated homes. Special thanks to the Village of Brookfield Police Department for assisting us in the busy street crossings.How to Become a Member
You can become a member by completing the Membership application and paying your membership fee.ONLINE MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION!
Or attend one of our events and register in person.
We look forward to you joining in the fun and supporting our mission of bringing better cycling to Brookfield.
Make a Donation
You can also support our mission by making a donation.CYCLE BROOKFIELD ONLINE DONATIONS
Subscribe to our email link!
Get the latest information on our events and advocacy efforts by subscribing to Cycle Brookfield email notifications.
Cycle Brookfield is a 501c3 non-for-profit advocacy group with a mission to make cycling, walking, and driving safe and enjoyable for all. We encourage all cyclist to wear helmets and light up their bike.