Rally Point River Ride omitted

The 2019 Rally Point River Ride was omitted from the print version of our Calendar. We strive to make the Calendar as complete and accurate as we can but mistakes happen. We sincerely apologize to Rally Point organizers and ride fans for the error. Here is the listing that would have been published and has been published in our online version….


OMITTED FROM PRINT VERSION: Saturday, 7/27. 11th RALLY POINT RIVER RIDE. Shawnee. Enjoy scenic flat country roads and bike paths that run along the Ottawa River and local creeks! A full-service tour with swept paths, break stops, fresh lunch, live music, and free massages. Rides cover 62.5/50 miles on flat country roads and 20/10 miles along the Ottawa River. A family-friendly event with fun activities for young riders. Proceeds benefit Rally Point Youth Center a ministry of Youth for Christ. 1698 N. Main St; Lima, OH 45801. (419) 229-4444. Rallyup.org

Since 1986 I have served as editor of the Ohio Bicycle Events Calendar. As then-chair of the Ohio Bicycle Federation (OBF), I took on the position immediately following the untimely death of David Fortier. The first edition of the Calendar was issued in 1984 via the offices of the Miami Valley Regional Bicycle Council (MVRBC) and consisted of a single printed 8 1/2 X 11 double-sided, sheet listing the year's events. While the MVRBC provided essential assistance in launching the Calendar, it was Fortier who envisioned a glossy publication distributed statewide. The calendar, he also believed, would assist event promoters in avoiding scheduling conflicts, and attracting riders. The Calendar has changed format over the years and is increasingly accessed via the World Wide Web but remains true to its original mission. -- James Guilford

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