Sweet Ride | Bike • Run • Walk

  • Date Sat 4th October 2025
  • Time 9:00AM CDT
  • Location Willow Springs, Illinois
  • Price $32.80 - $54.00
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 5km, Ultra

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day of fitness and fun at the Sweet Ride event on Saturday, October 4, 2025, in the beautiful surroundings of Willow Springs, Cook. This unique event invites participants to experience the great outdoors with an exciting lineup of activities including a 40k or 65k bike ride along the scenic Des Plaines River, as well as a 5k fun run and walk. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or just looking to enjoy a day out with friends and family, there's a distance for everyone!

Join a vibrant community dedicated to improving diabetes care in the greater Chicago area, with all proceeds from the event supporting transformative research and care initiatives. Don’t miss the post-race party to celebrate your achievements! Remember to register online before October 1st to secure your spot and a guaranteed Sweet Ride t-shirt. Grab your helmets, lace up your shoes, and be part of this exciting day that promotes health, community, and a great cause!

Organiser's Description

Get out of the city and join us for a bike ride or run along the Des Plaines river in Willow Springs. We have distances for everyone. Choose between a 40k or 65k bike ride or a 5k fun run/walk. Experience the camaraderie and community of people coming together for a cause to better diabetes care in the greater Chicago area. All proceeds will go directly to our mission to transform diabetes care and research in Chicago.

COURSE MAPS- coming soon

Join us for the post-race party after the event- details coming soon.

ON COURSE

* Except for passing, participants should always remain on the far side of the trail. Participants passing one another on the course must adhere to no drafting rules which include being no closer than 6 feet behind or in front of, or 6 feet beside other competitors at any time. Before passing, participants must be sure they can safely remain 6 feet behind and then 6 feet in front of the participant being overtaken before merging back to the side of the trail.
* HELMETS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL CYCLISTS THROUGHOUT THEIR ENTIRE RIDE.
* The 65k route has about 25k (15miles of crushed gravel trail). The 40k route is all paved.
* Water Jugs will available for all participants at the 40k turn around at Centennial Trail Schneider's Passage (approximately mile 12.5 and mile 30 for the 65k route). You must have your own water bottle to refill.
* Water will be available for 5k participants at the start and finish (you must have your own water bottle to fill)

REGISTRATION

* Online registration will close Wednesday, October 1st at 11:59 pm.
* Check in event morning will take place in the parking lot beginning at 8:15

T-SHIRTS

* Sweet Ride t-shirt sizing is guaranteed for all participants who register before 9/10. After 9/10, t-shirts will be first come first served and size will be based on availability. Shirt sizing is unisex.

Races

  • Sweet Ride 5K Run/Walk (Not Chip-Timed Event)

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 4th October 2025 (10:00AM CDT)

    $32.80

    The 5k run/walk will begin at 10:00 am.
  • Sweet Ride 40K Bike

    Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 4th October 2025 (9:30AM CDT)

    $54.00

    The 40 bike ride will begin at 9:30. All participants should be finished with the ride by 12:00pm.
  • Sweet Ride 65K Bike

    Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 4th October 2025 (9:00AM CDT)

    $54.00

    The 65k bike ride will begin at 9:00 am. All participants should be finished with the ride by 12:00pm.

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Location

John Husar I.M. Canal Yellow Trail, Willow Springs & Archer Ave, Willow Springs, 60480, IL, United States

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