“What a Ride. Thank you everyone.”
How do you summarize the best day of the year? Ask the more than 400 riders, over 70 volunteers, and all the wineries, orchards, farm stands and artists that made the eighth annual Lakeshore Harvest Ride such a wonderful success. We raised over $24,000 towards construction of the Blue Star Trail, which is a treasure to generations of riders, walkers and the citizens of Michigan. All we can say is a heartfelt thank you to everyone who participated. We can’t wait do it again on September 19, 2020.
ABOUT
Welcome to the one Michigan bike tour that lets you see, touch, smell and taste the riches of this breathtaking region. The Lakeshore Harvest Ride glides you through the rolling countryside of Southwest Michigan. You can visit art studios, wineries, cider mills, family farms and orchards along the way. And there are routes for every rider, ranging from 15 to 62 miles in length.
CAUSE
All of the net proceeds from this Michigan bike tour go to support the Friends of the Blue Star Trail, an all-volunteer charitable organization. We are committed to constructing a 20-mile recreational paved off-road trail near the shore of Lake Michigan from Saugatuck to South Haven for everyone to enjoy.
CLIMATE
This is the best time for a Michigan bike tour. September graces Southwest Michigan with dryer, cooler weather. The summer crowds have ebbed, but our harbor towns of Saugatuck/Douglas and South Haven are still bustling with fun activities and cultural events.
APPAREL
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“Show your pride. Wear the Ride.”
Exclusive 2019 LHRide Cycling Jersey can be ordered now through 9/28/19
Primal Wear sport cut Jersey for the ultimate in riding comfort
• Front and back feature Lakeshore Harvest Ride design
• Short sleeve, front full zip, with 3 rear cargo pockets
• SpeedPro double knit, high-performance fabric
Unisex sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL
Price: $70
Orders will be shipped by 11/8/19
Exclusive 2019 LHRide Cycling Jersey can be ordered now through 9/28/19
Primal Wear sport cut Jersey for the ultimate in riding comfort
• Front and back feature Lakeshore Harvest Ride design
• Short sleeve, front full zip, with 3 rear cargo pockets
• SpeedPro double knit, high-performance fabric
Unisex sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL
Price: $70
Orders will be shipped by 11/8/19
IMPORTANT DATES
Early Online Registration Ends Monday, August 19, 2019Last day to save $15 each off the Day of Ride Registration fee. And teams of 3 to 10 Riders save $20 per person.
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Regular Online Registration Ends
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Ride Day Registration (8 to 10 AM)
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HIGHLIGHTS
Shopping: Unlike other Michigan bike tours, you don’t just pass by scenic farms and vineyards, you can stop to shop. Better yet, we deliver your purchases to you at the end of your ride.
Destinations: Visit art studios, wineries, cider mills, family farms and orchards along the way. Learn more about these tour stops.
Routes: Choose to begin the ride in Douglas or in South Haven, Michigan. Each starting point has four routes for varying abilities ranging from 15 to 62 miles in length. Learn more about our bike routes.
Terrain: Most of the routes are on flat to rolling terrain. The 60 and 62-mile routes have some hilly sections. All routes are on paved roads and paths except for a small section of hard packed trail near the Kal-Haven Trailhead and some driveways to our tour stops.
Refreshments: The tour includes lunch, snacks, water and SAG support.
Fees: To save up to $20, register by August 19th.
T-shirts: The 8th Annual Lakeshore Harvest Ride t-shirts with our new logo design are available and must be purchased online by August 31, 2019. T-shirts will not be sold on the day of the Ride.
Destinations: Visit art studios, wineries, cider mills, family farms and orchards along the way. Learn more about these tour stops.
Routes: Choose to begin the ride in Douglas or in South Haven, Michigan. Each starting point has four routes for varying abilities ranging from 15 to 62 miles in length. Learn more about our bike routes.
Terrain: Most of the routes are on flat to rolling terrain. The 60 and 62-mile routes have some hilly sections. All routes are on paved roads and paths except for a small section of hard packed trail near the Kal-Haven Trailhead and some driveways to our tour stops.
Refreshments: The tour includes lunch, snacks, water and SAG support.
Fees: To save up to $20, register by August 19th.
T-shirts: The 8th Annual Lakeshore Harvest Ride t-shirts with our new logo design are available and must be purchased online by August 31, 2019. T-shirts will not be sold on the day of the Ride.
LODGING
Come for the Ride and stay for the weekend. For information about lodging, restaurants and other events during the weekend of the Ride, click on the links below. Some B&B’s and hotels are offering special discounts to our Riders.
STARTING POINTS
Kal-Haven Trailhead | 66 Bailey Ave. | South Haven, MI 49490
Schultz Park | Schultz Park Dr | Douglas, MI 49406.
The Friends of the Blue Star Trail coordinate the Lakeshore Harvest Ride in cooperation with the Saugatuck-Douglas Visitors Bureau, the South Haven Visitor Bureau, the Lakeshore Harvest Country and Blue Coast Artists groups.
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LAKESHORE HARVEST RIDE
PO BOX 464 DOUGLAS, MI 49406 FOTBST@gmail.com
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