Rides are about one hour + 10 to 18 miles, Average speeds 12 - 15 mph.
Class 1, 2, and 3 E-Bikes welcome (and all bikes that can keep up)
All rides are on city trails, mostly paved, some hard gravel and boardwalk (Pheasant Brach), and low traffic minor city roads. Each ride will highlight a key destination point along the way and end at the Capital Brewery for toast.
Capital Brewery in downtown Middleton provides a great starting point, a home hub, with easy access to several area trail systems in all directions, including the Middleton, Blackhawk, Campus Drive, UW Lakeshore path, and Middleton's hometown Pheasant Branch Conservancy to name a few. Helmets are mandatory and safte riding etiquette is a must. Waivers required (included in membership or sign on site)
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May, 13, 2026
Wednesday
5:30 pm
2026 Meet and Greet and Test Ride
Meet and Greet and New Rider Orientation! Whether you’re a seasoned rider or just purchased your first E-bike, this is the perfect time to plug into our community. We’ll cover our favorite local routes, style, group ride etiquette (how to keep it smooth and safe!), and essential E-bike "pro-tips" to keep your E-bike in shape. At 6:00 pm there is a scenic ride through the Pheasant Branch Conservancy. 8 miles, approx 45 minutes. Majority on bike paths, (50% paved, 45% hard gravel. 5% boardwalk)
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May, 20, 2026
Wednesday
5:30 pm
Inaugural 2026 Season Ride: Pheasant Branch Conservancy
Celebrate the season debut of the Capital Brewery Bike Club's dedicated Wednesday night E-Bike Ride with a Middleton classic. Pheasant Branch Conservancy. This season opener is a scenic route through the Pheasant Branch Conservancy with a light tour through Middleton's downtown.
12 miles, approx 1 hour. Majority on bike paths, (50% paved, 45% hard gravel. 5% boardwalk)
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May 27, 2026
Wednesday
5:30 pm
UW Campus Ride
A 13 mile ride to the Union, Lake Shore path and back along the scenic Lake Mendota drive.
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June 3, 2026
Wednesday
5:30 pm
Special Bike Week Ride with B-Cycle through Pheasant Branch Conservancy
A special Bike week ride to through Phesant Branch with B - Cycle Ice Cream social starts at 4 pm . Ride starts 5:30 pm.
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June 10, 2026
Wednesday
5:30 pm
Pope Farm and Parade of Homes
A 13 mile ride through Blackhawk Parade of Homes and a great view from Pope Farms !
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June 17, 2026
Wednesday
5:30 pm
Highlands and West Side
A ride through the Highlands with a view of UW Chancellors' residence, Owen Conservancy, Memorial High Roll-By, Backyard Twists, (BONUS) Pleasant View Climb, Greenway Circle Glide. 16 miles.
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June 24, 2026
Wednesday
5:30 pm
Capital to Capitol
A 17 mile ride from Cap Brew to Madison Capitol
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July 1, 2026
Wednesday
Pheasant Branch and Bishops
12 miles
July 8, 2026
Wednesday
5:30 pm
Capital to Capitol
A 17 mile ride from Cap Brew to Madison Capitol
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July 15, 2026
Wednesday
5:30 pm
E - Group Ride - Zoo, and Vilas Views
17 miles A scenic glide through UW sports pride, elegant Vilas and Shorewood Hills neighborhoods and iconic houses, with lake views vistas.
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July 22 2026
Wednesday
5:30 pm
Pope Farm and Blackhawk
15 miles
July 39, 2026
Wednesday
Crazys Country Ride
15 miles
August 5, 2026
Wednesday
5:30 pm
Capital to Capitol
18 miles
August 12, 2026
Wednesday
Wingra Zoo / Edgewood, Vilas Loop
17 miles
August 19, 2026
Wednesday
Season Celebration Ride - Pheasant Brach
12 miles
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