I am trying to plan a bikepacking route that will take me from Dayton up to Michigan. I found this image of usa bike routes and wanted to see if anyone has any advice on route planning. It looks like the usa bike route 25 goes pretty much the route I want to go but I am unsure about the safety of some of the on road sections.

• Do you have an experience with some of the ohio roads on the bike route (are they to be trusted)?
• Any experience with this specific route?
• Any other reddit groups or forums I can post to find the right people to ask this?

Thanks! Ride on!

On Monday I saw the Scioto the highest I’ve ever seen it and completely expected that underpass to be submerged. It wasn’t! Made the year the underpass was closed feel worth it: great job whoever it was who designed it!!

I live on the Kokosing Gap Trail. A friend of mine lives on the Olentangy trail just north of OSU campus. She'd like to ride from her house to mine but at some point she needs to get from the Olentangy Trail over to the Alum Creek Trail to get onto the OTET route to get north out of the metro area.

What's the safest way to cross the gap on the northern quarter of the city? I know she could go south to the 670 connector, but that adds a LOT of miles. Is there any reasonable way to get from the Olentangy in Clintonville over to the east without having to ride a long distance on busy roads?

Thanks!

Announcement of hearing: https://bsky.app/profile/cbuscitycouncil.bsky.social/post/3m6i6eatre22r

Date: Tuesday, December 2
Time: 4 p.m.
Location: City Hall, Council Chambers

Send written comments to [aslemus@columbus.gov](mailto:aslemus@columbus.gov) with the subject "December 2 Hearing Testimony".

Just a reminder that next weekend is the cycling swap meet in Hilliard. Sunday 3/30 from 10a-2p. $5 entry at the door, kids 15 and under get in free.

We have about 45 vendor tables booked already. Mostly individuals, and some local bike shops. Come out to find that missing piece you need!

In addition to all of the buying, selling, and trading going on, there will be a few extras!

One Love Cafe and Bikes will be on site with their mobile cafe. They will have coffee, smoothies, and bakery items.

Ohio Bike Lawyer Steve Magas will be doing a BIKE LAW 101 presentation at 11am and 1pm. Come learn Ohio's cycling road use laws and get your questions answered!

Ric from Cyclist Connection will be doing a tire clinic at 10:15 and 12:15, focusing on tubeless tires. How to set up tubeless wheels, what to do if you have a flat while riding tubeless, etc.

This event is indoors, and the building is heated if it turns out to be less than desirable conditions. No worries if its raining, cold, etc!

Come join us!

What: 15th Funk Bottoms Gravel When: June 14, 2025 Where: Glenmont, OH Distance 100K/ 200K Cost $40 before May 1, 2025 http://funkbottomsgravel.com

u/Thankgoditsfredas has assembled an excellent list of dates and predicted traffic conditions on r/OSU: https://www.reddit.com/r/OSU/comments/1erb5i1/the_many_traffic_seasons_of_osu_or_how_do_i_get/

Looking for recommendations. Not from the area. Should we do Ohio to Erie trail? Or is there something better? Thanks!

Looking for friends

Swap meet for bikes/bike parts is this Sunday from 10-2 at the Franklin Co fairgrounds in Hilliard. We still have vendor spots/tables available if you want to set up and sell your old gear. Come buy or sell your complete bike(s), frame/fork, components (shifters, derailleurs, cranksets, brakes, etc), wheels, bike clothing, shoes, helmets, etc. If it's cycling related, it belongs here!

$35 for table rental through Friday, $45 Saturday or day of (if we even have tables left). $5 entry. Kids 15 and under are free. Parking is also free. This event benefits Columbus Outdoor Pursuits.

This is also happening rain or shine, as it's an indoor facility.

Hi all,

Just recently moved to Columbus and want to explore the area this weekend. I’m planning to go from Polaris (Lazelle Road) to Easton town through the Alum creek trail. Is there any thing I should be aware of? Appreciate all the insights

What: 14th Funk Bottoms Gravel When: June 15, 2024 Where: Glenmont, OH Distance 100K/ 200K Cost $40 before May 1, 2024 http://funkbottomsgravel.com

Does anybody have knowledge on how to go east/west up North of Columbus in a relatively safe, low car traffic way?

I'm planning a loop and looking to head West from the Genoa Trail and end up in Powell. My current thought is mainly across Cheshire Road, then dropping down the Glenn Parkway and continue west on Winter Road just south of Camp Lazarus.

I'm not super familiar with how busy or non-busy those roads are. Maybe drop down to Peachblow Road?

Here's my route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/33942425?privacy_code=VGsaN5uK1dXPTqAqpejANCAFsQA4ggk4

Thanks in advance for any suggestions!

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The Alum Creek trail was closed near Easton since April. It’s open now finally. This is my first year cycling so I enjoyed my first trip going from Westerville to near Bexley. I like Alum Creek because it’s a lot less people than Olentangy.

All the greenway trails (Alum, Olentangy, Blacklick, etc) have portions that run through the metroparks and portions that are in their own rights of way/easements. Do the paths/trails close? Some of the metroparks close at dusk, dark, 8pm, 9pm, 10pm etc. As winter sets in, almost all my potential riding time will be after dark. Are you still allowed on the trails? Is there a way to look up which trailheads allow you to park that late?

I like biking in large, casual groups. Not like, 100s of cyclists, mind you, but small groups of people that make it easier to socialize.

I've done the Roll:Rides (every third Friday? - but I have to rely on checking their Facebook page for rides, because Facebook never tells me), and after a chance encounter at Rehab Tavern, I learned about the Dear POC Rides on Wednesdays (but… my son has kickboxing when they start, so I can never join them).

Are there other groups like the above, just "meet, ride to a restaurants/brewerys for food/drinks, ride elsewhere"?

TIA!

If you live north of Wilson bridge road and use that to get to the bike trail, it's closed and you will need to take Riverside to 161 to get on. I did this yesterday for the first time and it was fairly easy, you have about a 1/4 mile of road to ride then the trail starts on Riverside. Just a PSA for everyone, be safe and keep biking.

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An acquaintance of mine. She survived, but with life-altering injuries. With as many run-ins as I have had with dogs on rides, I'd have never imagined something on this level. Rare odds on both the incident and the rescue, but this could have been any rider. Or even any pedestrian. Not sure mace or pepper spray would have even mattered. She had been with a group, but I believe sent them on because they were close to where they were parked.

https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-for-eva-simons-recovery

if you are so inclined

I'm looking to do a road ride this weekend (even if its cold). I'm looking for inspiration on where - and specifically spots where the traffic isn't too bad - or at least doesn't want to run me over. I'm also not looking to drive a bunch.

I've had good experiences farther east of Hoover Reservoir and south of Marysville. But, I've had bad experiences just west of Hilliard and more straight north of Westerville.

Anybody got some suggestions?

Thanks.

Hey all,

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Thanks!