Week 12: Scratch State Championships featuring the DeLanghe and Neimanas Trophy Races

The 27th annual Roger DeLanghe Trophy Race is this Thursday, with a prize list sponsored by the PACT Cycling Team of at least $1250! Thursday also features the Greta Neimanas Trophy Race with a prize list of $500!

The PACT Cycling Team was formed in 2007. The purpose of the PACT Cycling Team is to promote amateur bicycle racing competition in the Chicagoland area. The PACT Cycling Team has members from various nationalities and skill levels. PACT’s goals are to encourage cyclists to become involved in competitive level training and racing, promote bike races in the Chicagoland area, road races, criteriums, and time trials, motivate experienced riders stay involved, and enjoy racing for fun, for health, and for life.

Greta Neimanas is a two-time Paralympian, two-time World Champion, and lifetime member of xXx Racing-Athletico. Greta started with xXx in 2005 and raced with the team for five years before joining a pro team (Peanut Butter and Co., Twenty 12, now called Virginia's Blue Ridge TWENTY28 Pro Cycling). Greta made the World’s Team in 2006 and lived/trained at the U.S. Olympic/Paralympic Training Center in Colorado Springs for six years, winning numerous medals at various championships between 2006 and 2015. In 2013 she won the Time Trial World Championship and in 2015 won the Scratch Race World Championship by gaining a lap on the field. She eagerly hopes that someone takes a lap to win this race.

Roger DeLanghe is an icon of the Midwest race scene. Since his emigration from Belgium years ago, Roger worked tirelessly to promote bike racing throughout the region, culminating in the addition of the Quad Cities Criterium to the USAC National Racing Calendar. The Roger DeLanghe Trophy Race is a premier salute. Brutally fast, this 50-lap Scratch Race pays the top 25 riders and offers the largest total purse of the season, brought to us by PACT. Crowd favorites are the 4-place midway prime - bell at 26 laps and the 2-place gambler prime - bell at 2 laps to go. The DeLanghe Lion listing was created to honor racers who return year after year to compete. Points are assigned by placing, and consistency is awarded to those able to maintain or improve their placing.

Racing starts promptly at 6:45 pm

USA Cycling license required
Registration online only at:
registration.erv.veloreg.com

2026 State Championship Schedule*
July 23: Keirin featuring George Garner Memorial Keirins
July 30: Scratch Race featuring DeLanghe and Neimanas Trophy Races
August 13: International Omnium
August 20: Points Race
August 22-23: Sprints and Timed Events
August 27: Madison

*All events include Junior and Elite State Championships with the exception of the Keirin and Madison

How can you help keep the racing program on time and running smoothly?
Be prepared for the start of your race by staging in the stands or near the ropes during the field prior to yours!

2026 racing fees
Adults: $30
Masters 40+ race: Additional $10 (must register for category racing)
Juniors: $15
Juniors: Additional $5 to race in category
2026 Membership Vie13 cloth numbers: $30
Temporary numbers are free on RDL/Neimanas Night!

Week 11: Keirin State Championships s/b George Garner Cyclery Track te

For George Garner, growing up during the Great Depression in the San Fernando Valley of Southern California with his three siblings, held no hint of his future lifelong obsession with all things bicycle. However, from 1939 on he raced bikes around dirt tracks and over the Hollywood hills, losing his front teeth and breaking a few bones along the way. George served with the Marine Corps in World War II and witnessed the landing on Iwo Jima and the occupation of Nagasaki. George's love of the bicycle continued into adulthood when he opened his first bike store in 1947. In 1953, George and his friends helped build the Encino Velodrome in Encino California, nearly overturning a steamroller on themselves in the process. George's relationship with the great Schwinn Bicycle Company grew and in 1965 he moved to Northbrook, IL. Sales awards from Schwinn weren't enough. George built his family like his business, with love and dedication, profiting in the form of three sons and five grandchildren. 

George never forgot his first love, the bicycle, spending hours and quite a few dollars supporting another area velodrome, this time in Northbrook, as well as winning many more accolades along the way. Before Father Time took away his ability to pedal, George spent every morning riding a Schwinn Airdyne to the tune of thousands of miles. And for those reading this who never had the chance to know George, you just might learn what really made him tick, by getting outside and riding a bike. 

Racing starts promptly at 6:45 pm

USA Cycling license required
Registration online only at:
registration.erv.veloreg.com

2026 State Championship Schedule*
July 23: Keirin featuring George Garner Memorial Keirins
July 30: Scratch Race featuring DeLanghe and Neimanas Trophy Races
August 13: International Omnium
August 20: Points Race
August 22-23: Sprints and Timed Events
August 27: Madison

*All events include Junior and Elite State Championships with the exception of the Keirin and Madison

How can you help keep the racing program on time and running smoothly?
Be prepared for the start of your race by staging in the stands or near the ropes during the field prior to yours!

2026 racing fees
Adults: $30
Masters 40+ race: Additional $10 (must register for category racing)
Juniors: $15
Juniors: Additional $5 to race in category
2026 Membership Vie13 cloth numbers: $30

Week 10: Madison Night

How can you help keep the racing program on time and running smoothly?
Be prepared for the start of your race by staging in the stands or near the ropes during the field prior to yours!

Racing starts promptly at 6:45 pm
USA Cycling license required
Registration online only at: registration.erv.veloreg.com

2026 racing fees
Adults: $30
Masters 40+ race: Additional $10 (must register for category racing)
Juniors: $15
Juniors: Additional $5 to race in category
2026 Membership Vie13 cloth numbers: $30

**NOTE: You must purchase a USA Cycling Membership AND Race License. Also, the database only updates on Friday so if you purchase a license Friday-Thursday, we will need to manually add you to the system, please reach out to us! There is a Contact Us form on the website under the About tab.

Week 9: Junior Invitational Points Race s/b Garner Northbrook Bicycle Club

The 14th Annual 30 Lap Junior Invitational Points Race features a variety of prizes, including $1000 payout spread across the entire field, and primes and is open to all juniors (cat 1-5) with track racing experience.

This race has become a staple of the Northbrook Thursday Night Racing calendar in large part due to the continued support of Tim Harrison and Kenny Labbe, as well as all of our juniors, their parents, friends, and fans. Thank you very much!

*Depending on turnout, the junior categories may be further split into 9-12, 13-14, and 15-18 fields. 

The podium, featuring all juniors, will follow the Masters race in session 3. 

The Garner Northbrook Bicycle Club shares a passion for all facets of cycling. For many years the Club hosted the Friday Night Velodrome Development Series. Our members continue to volunteer at various events, including the Chicago Cyclocross Cup Series events, Wheeling Heritage Park CX, now the George Garner Memorial CX. 

Sunday Morning Rides: Join us in Northbrook on our Sunday Morning Road Ride (no drop, casual pace). The group leaves at 7 am sharp every Sunday from the George Garner Cyclery: Northbrook location at 1111 Waukegan Road. Ride is year round dependent on weather. We do not ride if it's raining, snowing or below 35 degrees. Average speed is about 17-19 mph and the distance covered will vary from 30 to 50 miles depending on how everyone is feeling. The ride is a no drop ride, so all are welcome. Please call Jim at 847-272-2100 with any questions.
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For more information, please stop by George Garner Cyclery:
1111 Waukegan Road
Northbrook, IL 60062
Phone (847) 272-2100

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Are you interested in track cycling or racing, but not sure where to start? Consider attending our popular annual Women’s Introduction to Track Cycling Clinic #2, this Saturday July 11th. This clinic will introduce the track bicycle, velodrome basics, proper track etiquette, and will feature mock track racing, training techniques and group riding skills.

Take what you've learned at the clinic and come race on July 23rd, with free W 4/5 field entry sponsored by Half Acre Cycling!

This clinic is led by Francine Haas, a category 2 track racer with multiple state and masters championship titles and medals.

The Women’s Introduction to Track Clinic will take place on two Saturdays in 2026!
Saturday May 30th (rain date May 31st)
Saturday July 11th (rain date July 12th)

Cost: $10
Registration: Online at registration.erv.veloreg.com
Clinic: 8:30 am-12 pm

What to bring - helmet and cycling shoes, track bike with pedals, appropriate cycling gear.

Loaner track bikes are available (bring your own shoes and pedals).

USAC license is NOT required

Week 8: Women's Night featuring the Tremelling/Panveno/Kron Memorial Points Race

Amy Tremelling was a lifelong cyclist. Amy started cycling in the stock bike program in Kenosha, and she graduated to Kenosha’s Tuesday Night USCF races. She competed in all national track cycling events from 1991 to 2002. Amy competed and placed well in the 1995 Olympic Festival. Amy also competed internationally in the Netherlands International Track Cup Race, where she took the silver medal in the Points Race. In 2000, Amy rode professionally for the Trek Regional Road Team, and in 2001 and 2002, she rode for Trek Plus Women’s Road Race Team. Amy’s last women’s pro race was the Tour of Kentucky where she won the Pro/1 women’s race.

Franco Panveno was a wonderful ambassador for the sport of track racing and for those of us who race in Northbrook. His welcoming demeanor shined on every group and across every team at the track. His friendship extended to many of the racers who call the Ed Rudolph Velodrome their home track and he was loved by us all. Out of respect and love for him, #97 has been permanently retired.

Marianne Kron was a supporter of track racing at Northbrook since the early 1970s and has won numerous state, national, and world masters titles. In addition to collecting her share of trophies, Kron inspired countless Chicago-area women to get into racing. “I once gave Marianne a ‘Paving the Way’ award at a women's dinner,” Francine Haas said. “As a cyclist, she has paved the way for other women to compete. She's earned many accolades in cycling, but she also encourages younger women to get out there and compete and to follow in her footsteps,and beyond! There are no excuses with Marianne and that's the way it should be.” Still passionate about track racing, our recent racers would know Marianne as a frequent Thursday Night spectator often sitting in turn one with other local legends.

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How can you help keep the racing program on time and running smoothly?
Be prepared for the start of your race by staging in the stands or near the ropes during the field prior to yours!

Racing starts promptly at 6:45 pm
USA Cycling license required
Registration online only at:
registration.erv.veloreg.com

2026 racing fees
Adults: $30
Masters 40+ race: Additional $10 (must register for category racing)
Juniors: $15
Juniors: Additional $5 to race in category
2026 Membership Vie13 cloth numbers: $30

Week 7: Keirin Night sponsored by Garner Cyclery

If you are looking for experience in the cycling industry, we just can’t be beat. George Garner has been a part of the cycling industry since 1947 when he opened his first bike shop in southern California. He quickly became one of the nation’s top bike dealers and was recognized as such by the Schwinn bicycle company. So much so that they asked him to come on as a consultant who would be responsible for shaping their dealer network. In 1964 we opened our first location in Illinois, the model store in Northbrook. We’ve been in Libertyville since 1977, and Lake Zurich since 1980.

We can put you on the right bike for your purposes. We are a full service bike shop, and carry everything you need to make the most of your cycling experience. Our salespeople are not commissioned. We will sell you only what you need and make suggestions based on your criteria not ours.

Every new bike from George Garner Cyclery is assembled by full-time, experienced, professional mechanics. George Garner Cyclery has some of the most experienced people in the industry. Some of our mechanics have over 30 years of bike knowledge.

1111 WAUKEGAN ROAD
NORTHBROOK, IL
847-272-2100

740 N. MILWAUKEE
 LIBERTYVILLE, IL
847-362-6030

575 ELA ROAD
LAKE ZURICH, IL
847-438-9600

Week 6: Mosora Memorial Points Races s/b Bouledogue Tout Noir

Thursday night’s program is in memory of local legend Chris Mosora whom the world lost in 2020. Chris was well known throughout the Chicagoland area as an accomplished track and road racer and was never one to turn down any race, especially those with “individual” and “time trial” in the title. Indeed, Chris was known to show up to road time trials with a fixed gear bike, both baffling and garnering awe from his competitors. On any given Thursday night, Chris could be found at the velodrome, likely at the pointy end of the field and launching seemingly endless attacks, which was his style. He also was known for tinkering with his position and gear, and we’d like to think he pioneered the extreme shallow drop bars which are prevalent today. Chris was always in the mix in the Category 1/2 Rider of the Year competition, handily winning the competition in 2010. He achieved local legend status when he won the 2010 Roger DeLanghe Trophy Race against a stacked field of strong local and regional racers, previous champions, and even an Olympian.

Off the bike, Chris was soft-spoken with a witty and dry sense of humor that always would leave a smile on your face. Chris was an admitted audiophile and a jazz lover, who took tremendous pride in his home's sound system. He was a person who always had something wise to say, and when he gave advice, you listened. Chris and his wife, Stacy, relocated to Tucson, where they continued their tradition of spreading love and happiness via the bicycle with their coaching business, On The Box Coaching.

Racing starts promptly at 6:45 pm

USA Cycling license required
Registration online only at:
registration.erv.veloreg.com

2026 racing fees
Adults: $30
Masters 40+ race: Additional $10 (must register for category racing)
Juniors: $15
Juniors: Additional $5 to race in category
2026 Membership Vie13 cloth numbers: $30

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2026 ILLINOIS STATE MASTERS CHAMPIONSHIPS

Saturday June 20th
Rain date: Sunday June 21st

Racing starts at 9:30 AM
Cost: $10 per event
Registration: registration.erv.veloreg.com
Held under USAC permit 2026-15974

All categories (1 through 5) are eligible

** Eligibility of IL state champion limited to racers with primary residence of IL**

Categories
Men 35-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
Women 35-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+

Schedule of events
200m Men by age group + match sprint; Women by age group + match sprint
500m TT Men 50-59, 60+; Women 35-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
750m TT Men 40-49
1000m TT Men 35-39
2K IP Men 50-59, 60+; Women 35-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
3K IP Men 35-39, 40-49
3K TP Women 30+, 40+, 50+ (3 riders)
4K TP Men 30+, 40+, 50+ (4 riders)
Team Sprint Men 30+, 40+, 50+; Women 30+, 45+

IP = individual pursuit, TP = team pursuit

Week 5: International Omnium

**We know the weather looks challenging this week. We try to post weather cancellations by 4 pm to social media which crossposts to the bottom of the website homepage**

This Thursday is the first International Omnium of the season and the second ERV event in the WI/IL Cup for 2026!

This is the only program where each field gets 4 races in a night! *There is no Masters race on International Omnium night.

This Saturday is the second Sprinters Omnium of the season!

Reminder: It is the responsibility of ALL RACERS to be ready when your field is called to the track. We run on a tight schedule all nights, but especially on International Omnium nights. Do your part to keep our nights on time! Be ready for the start of your race by staging in the stands or by the ropes during the prior field's race.
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Thursday Night Racing starts promptly at 6:45 pm
USAC license required
Adults: $30
Masters 40+ race: Additional $10 (must register for category racing)
Juniors: $15
Juniors: Additional $5 to race in category
2026 Vie13 cloth numbers: $30

Week 4: Madison Night

How can you help keep the racing program on time and running smoothly?
Be prepared for the start of your race by staging in the stands or near the ropes during the field prior to yours!

Racing starts promptly at 6:45 pm
USA Cycling license required
Registration online only at: registration.erv.veloreg.com

2026 racing fees
Adults: $30
Masters 40+ race: Additional $10 (must register for category racing)
Juniors: $15
Juniors: Additional $5 to race in category
2026 Membership Vie13 cloth numbers: $30

**NOTE: You must purchase a USA Cycling Membership AND Race License. Also, the database only updates on Friday so if you purchase a license Friday-Thursday, we will need to manually add you to the system, please reach out to us! There is a Contact Us form on the website under the About tab.

Week 3: Keirin Night Sponsored by FSA + WI/IL Cup Event

How can you help keep the racing program on time and running smoothly?
Be prepared for the start of your race by staging in the stands or near the ropes during the field prior to yours!

Racing starts promptly at 6:45 pm
USA Cycling license required
Registration online only at: registration.erv.veloreg.com

2026 racing fees
Adults: $30
Masters 40+ race: Additional $10 (must register for category racing)
Juniors: $15
Juniors: Additional $5 to race in category
2026 Membership Vie13 cloth numbers: $30

**NOTE: You must purchase a USA Cycling Membership AND Race License. Also, the database only updates on Friday so if you purchase a license Friday-Thursday, we will need to manually add you to the system, please reach out to us! There is a Contact Us form on the website under the About tab.

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Are you interested in track cycling or racing, but not sure where to start? Consider attending our popular annual Women’s Introduction to Track Cycling Clinic #1, this Saturday May 30th. This clinic will introduce the track bicycle, velodrome basics, proper track etiquette, and will feature mock track racing, training techniques and group riding skills.

This clinic is led by Francine Haas, a category 2 track racer with multiple state and masters championship titles and medals.

The Women’s Introduction to Track Clinic will take place on two Saturdays in 2026!
Saturday May 30th (rain date May 31st)
Saturday July 11th (rain date July 12th)

Cost: $10
Registration: Online at registration.erv.veloreg.com
Clinic: 8:30 am-12 pm

What to bring - helmet and cycling shoes, track bike with pedals, appropriate cycling gear.

Loaner track bikes are available (bring your own shoes and pedals).

USAC license is NOT required

Week 2: 10 and 5 Mile Scratch Races

Bring your warm weather clothes and blankets this week because the tradition of cold May Thursday nights is alive and well!

See you at the track!

The 2026 Season is Almost Here!

We are two months away from the start of the 2026 ERV track racing season!

NEW FOR 2026:
We added a second Saturday Women's Intro to Track Clinic!
We are also devoting at least one Monday Night to women only!
We added Saturday Intro to Track Clinic (like our super clinic of old) open to everyone!

Key dates:
May 4th: Monday clinics begin
We are adding more structure to Mondays and at least one women's only night, stay tuned for more details

May 11th: Early number pick up and bike swap (Monday clinic occurs as planned)

May 12th: Tuesday Open Training begins

May 14th: Thursday Night Racing Begins

May 30th and July 11th: Women's Intro to Track Clinic

June 27th: Intro to Track Clinic (open to everyone)

Can't wait to see everyone soon!

February Meeting Announcement - 2/19

The NCC holds meetings on the third Thursday of each month during the off season (November through April). Meetings are open to the public. Join us if you can!

Thursday February 19th

Time: 7 pm - 8 pm

Location:

Techny Prairie Activity Center

Prairie Room

180 Anets Dr

Northbrook IL 60062

We have a virtual option, but encourage people to attend in person.

Google Meet joining info: https://meet.google.com/dvx-owjq-xjc

January Meeting Announcement - 1/15 - NOTE DIFFERENT ROOM FOR JAN MEETING

The NCC holds meetings on the third Thursday of each month during the off season (November through April). All NCC meetings are open to the public.

Thursday January 15th
Time: 7 pm - 8 pm
Location:
Techny Prairie Activity Center - JANUARY MEETING IN STUDIO B
180 Anets Dr
Northbrook IL 60062

Join us if you can!

We have a virtual option, but encourage people to attend in person.
Google Meet joining info
https://meet.google.com/dvx-owjq-xjc

Photo by Matthew Reschke

December Meeting Announcement - 12/18

The NCC holds meetings on the third Thursday of each month during the off season (November through April).

Thursday December 18th
Time: 7 pm - 8 pm
Location:
Techny Prairie Activity Center - Prairie Room
180 Anets Dr
Northbrook IL 60062

Agenda items for the December meeting include final nominations and voting for the 2026 Northbrook Cycle Committee board. Additional nominations can be made at the meeting.

The current slate of candidates are:

President - Matt Moran
Vice President - Josh Ryan
Race Director - Val Brostrom
Treasurer - Chuck Martin
Secretary - Stephen Wunrow
Sponsorship Director - Aram Bayzaee
Social Media Director - Jake Cramer
Rider Development Director - Dave Schrauth
Public Relations Director - Mike Ferren
Government Relations Director - Mark Harris
Officer at large - Katie Voght

Join us if you can!

We have a virtual option, but encourage people to attend in person.
Google Meet joining info
https://meet.google.com/dvx-owjq-xjc

State championship jersey online store
open through 12/29

Did you win a state championship this year at the track and would like to purchase a jersey? The ICA has opened up the State Championship jersey online store through December 29th. See details below or their social media posts for more details.

From the ICA:
The ICA State Champ Jersey store is open! It closes Dec 29th!

Aero jerseys, thermal jerseys, and the regular club fit jerseys are available for purchase!!!

Please dm (the ICA) on Instagram, Facebook, ICA Discord, or email to get access to the link!

ICA still has quite a few very small (xxs,xs) and very large (xl and bigger) jerseys available free of charge. Reach out and we can get them delivered or mailed or whatever works.

Wear them at your events in 2026!!!

November Meeting Announcement

The NCC holds meetings on the third Thursday of each month during the off season (November through April).

November Meeting: Thursday November 20th
Time: 7 pm (meetings run about an hour)
Location:
Techny Prairie Activity Center - Prairie Room
180 Anets Dr
Northbrook IL 60062

Agenda items for the November meeting include nominations for the 2026 NCC as well as general discussion regarding the 2025 season. Join us if you can!

We are going to try to also have a virtual option, but encourage people to attend in person.

Google Meet joining info
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/dvx-owjq-xjc

2025 NCC Awards Banquet and Silent Auction at EJ's Place

2025 NCC Awards Banquet and Silent Auction
Sunday, October 26h
EJ's Place
10027 Skokie Blvd, Skokie, IL 60077

Cocktail hour starts at 5 pm (cash bar)
Dinner at 6 pm (family style)

Preregister online through 11:59 PM on Friday 10/24: $25 Adults, $10 Juniors (18 and under)
https://registration.erv.veloreg.com/

Note:
If you have not raced with us this year, after you click on the banquet option, click “add new unlicensed person” to register.
To register additional people select “add rider” on the registration page after you have selected yourself (racer) or added yourself if you did not race this year

PLEASE preregister so we have an accurate headcount to ensure enough food for everyone!!
Prices increase for day of, in person registration to $40 Adults, $20 Juniors

The banquet recognizes top-3 finishers in IL State Championships
Mass Start and Timed Events for categories: 1/2, 3, 4, Women 1/2/3 and Women 4/5, Juniors 9-14 and Juniors 15-18 (separate medals for top-3 girls in each age group)
Masters State Championships
PLUS top-3 ROTY trophies awarded and Garner Cup Masters Awards

IL Jerseys for juniors (combined field and girls), cat 1/2, and Women (cat 1/2/3 or winner of combined field) - Jersey winners will be able to purchase directly from Pactimo, link to follow (will be in combination with cyclocross state championships)

You don’t need to have won anything to attend. The banquet is a very low-key and fun evening with great food!

Don't forget about the Silent Auction! If you plan to bid, please remember your checkbook or cash. All proceeds will go towards the NCC Track Resurfacing Fund.

EJ's Place
Owner, EJ Lenzi, and manager, Abelino Cepeda, bring over 50 years of combined restaurant experience to Chicago's North Shore. Teamed with a mature, experienced wait staff, and serving the finest food products available, EJ's Place has become the North Shore's premiere supper club. Established since 1997 and selected one of the Chicago Magazine's Best New Restaurants, EJ's menu consists of prime aged steaks and chops, pristine seafood, and traditional Italian specialties.

Week 17: Closing Night & BBQ featuring Madison State Championships s/b The Bike Lane

Hard to believe it but this week is our final week at the track for the 2025 season! In addition to our normal fun races and program chosen by the racers, we will be hosting the makeup of the Madison State Championships s/b The Bike Lane!

We have a number of fields who will see the final ROTY top-3 decided on Thursday night (ROTY points will be awarded for all fields in session 2 only)! If you are curious where you stand, click the ROTY Standings link on our website.

And of course we will be having our annual BBQ featuring our champion grill master, Aram!

Special thanks go out to our racers' families, friends, and fans, our USA Cycling officials, the Illinois Cycling Association, the Northbrook Park District, and our local photographers Matthew Reschke aka the Beard and Bokeh and Greg Metzler, who have gone above and beyond to provide us amazing action shots all summer!

And of course thanks to you, our racers! We wouldn't have the great program we do without you!

And stay tuned for the date for our annual banquet!

Hope to see you at the track!

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The Bike Lane is a full-service retail bicycle shop located in the Logan Square neighborhood in the city of Chicago. The Bike Lane offers a variety of unique services with a friendly and open attitude towards our customers. The two owners, Max Hertz and Jon Timmins, are passionate about bikes and hope to share that passion with the community. Whether the customer is here for a lock, tune-up, new bike, or just an adjustment, The Bike Lane is here to serve the Chicago biking community. With a full line of services and custom bike building, The Bike Lane has something for every rider. It doesn’t matter if you’ve been riding for ten years or ten days, The Bike Lane can provide you with the services you need to get on the road today!

The Bike Lane offers:

Build Your Own Bike (BYOB) program - With packages designed around all levels of riders and all price ranges, BYOB will have something for everyone. Tune Ups; Heavy Overhauls; Custom Wheel builds; Suspension Service; Chris King Service; Classic Restorations; Project Help (Taking things into your own hands? No problem, we're here to help!) Walk Ins are welcome!

The Bike Lane is owned by local racer Eric Tan as well as Max Hertz and Jon Timmins.

The Bike Lane
2130 N. Milwaukee Ave.
Chicago, IL 60647
www.bikelanechicago.com/
773-888-2453

Hours:
Mon-Sat: 8 am-8 pm
Sunday: 10 am-6 pm

Week 16: IL Scratch Championships sponsored by PACT featuring DeLanghe & Neimanas Trophy Races

The PACT Cycling Team was formed in 2007. The purpose of the PACT Cycling Team is to promote amateur bicycle racing competition in the Chicagoland area. The PACT Cycling Team has members from various nationalities and skill levels. PACT’s goals are to encourage cyclists to become involved in competitive level training and racing, promote bike races in the Chicagoland area, road races, criteriums, and time trials, motivate experienced riders stay involved, and enjoy racing for fun, for health, and for life.

Greta Neimanas is a two-time Paralympian, two-time World Champion, and lifetime member of xXx Racing-Athletico. Greta started with xXx in 2005 and raced with the team for five years before joining a pro team (Peanut Butter and Co., Twenty 12, now called Virginia's Blue Ridge TWENTY28 Pro Cycling). Greta made the World’s Team in 2006 and lived/trained at the U.S. Olympic/Paralympic Training Center in Colorado Springs for six years, winning numerous medals at various championships between 2006 and 2015. In 2013 she won the Time Trial World Championship and in 2015 won the Scratch Race World Championship by gaining a lap on the field. She eagerly hopes that someone takes a lap to win this race.

Roger DeLanghe is an icon of the Midwest race scene. Since his emigration from Belgium years ago, Roger worked tirelessly to promote bike racing throughout the region, culminating in the addition of the Quad Cities Criterium to the USAC National Racing Calendar. The Roger DeLanghe Trophy Race is a premier salute. Brutally fast, this 50-lap Scratch Race pays the top 25 riders and offers the largest total purse of the season, brought to us by PACT. Crowd favorites are the 4-place midway prime - bell at 26 laps and the 2-place gambler prime - bell at 2 laps to go. The DeLanghe Lion listing was created to honor racers who return year after year to compete. Points are assigned by placing, and consistency is awarded to those able to maintain or improve their placing.

Registration closes at 6:45 pm and racing starts promptly at 6:45 pm
USA Cycling license required
Registration online only at:
registration.erv.veloreg.com

2025 racing fees
Adults: $30
Masters 40+ race: Additional $10 (must register for category racing)
Juniors: $15
Juniors: Additional $5 to race in category
2025 Membership Vie13 cloth numbers: $30

Week 14: Keirin and Points Race State Championships

For George Garner, growing up during the Great Depression in the San Fernando Valley of Southern California with his three siblings, held no hint of his future lifelong obsession with all things bicycle. However, from 1939 on he raced bikes around dirt tracks and over the Hollywood hills, losing his front teeth and breaking a few bones along the way. George served with the Marine Corps in World War II and witnessed the landing on Iwo Jima and the occupation of Nagasaki. George's love of the bicycle continued into adulthood when he opened his first bike store in 1947. In 1953, George and his friends helped build the Encino Velodrome in Encino California, nearly overturning a steamroller on themselves in the process. George's relationship with the great Schwinn Bicycle Company grew and in 1965 he moved to Northbrook, IL. Sales awards from Schwinn weren't enough. George built his family like his business, with love and dedication, profiting in the form of three sons and five grandchildren. 

George never forgot his first love, the bicycle, spending hours and quite a few dollars supporting another area velodrome, this time in Northbrook, as well as winning many more accolades along the way. Before Father Time took away his ability to pedal, George spent every morning riding a Schwinn Airdyne to the tune of thousands of miles. And for those reading this who never had the chance to know George, you just might learn what really made him tick, by getting outside and riding a bike.

Racing starts promptly at 6:45 pm

USA Cycling license required
Registration online only at:
registration.erv.veloreg.com

2025 racing fees
Adults: $30
Masters 40+ race: Additional $10 (must register for category racing)
Juniors: $15
Juniors: Additional $5 to race in category
2025 Membership Vie13 cloth numbers: $30

Updated 2025 Championship Schedule:
August 14: Keirin and Points Race

August 21: International Omnium

August 23-24: Sprints and Timed Events (rain dates 8/30 +/- 8/31)

August 28: Scratch featuring RDL/Neimanas Trophy Races

September 4: Madison

*All events include Junior and Elite State Championships with the exception of the Keirin and Madison