ENJOY THE BEAUTY OF A LATE SUMMER RIDE
Join us on Sunday, September 21st, 2025, when the Evanston Bicycle Club presents the 40th annual North Shore Century — Chicagoland’s premiere cycling event. You’ll ride through beautiful neighborhoods, view unique architectural treasures, pedal down tree-lined streets and feel the refreshing breezes of Lake Michigan while enjoying the flat to rolling countryside between Chicago and Wisconsin. Our new home base is the Lakeview Center at 800 Gillson Park Drive in Wilmette.
The North Shore Century features . . .
A range of “centuries” from which to choose – Classic, Metric, Half or Quarter
Paper and/or digitally downloadable cue sheets and clear pavement markings for all routes
Fabulous food – fresh fruit, PB&Js, bagels, snack bars, Nuun energy drinks – plus something special and unique to each rest stop
Mechanical support from a local bike shop at each rest stop
SAG vehicles providing mid-ride assistance for emergencies
A certificate of completion to impress your friends
The number of riders is capped at 2400. Register early to reserve your spot. Event registration will be closed once the rider capacity is met.