This is by no means a complete list, but this is a running list of cycling events around Michigan that I have done or plan to do. Where possible, I've tried to include some information. If you have one I can add, please send it to me (with a web link if possible) at my contact form.

• Detroit Bikes! Riverfront Ride
  
  Length: 10 - 15 miles
  Type: Group Ride
  Date: 12 April 2008
  

  Short, free, I guess it's supposed to hit Belle Isle, Eastern Market, and Lafayette park. I'd like to try this as a season opener with the kids, although their bikes will really be the deciding factor there.

  Contact: detroitbikes@detroitsynergy.org
  Cost: Free
  

• Metro Grand Spring Tour
  
  Length: 25, 45, 62 miles
  Type: Scenic Group Ride
  Date: 4 May 2008
  

  This has been going on for 25 years, so it's a well established tour from Willow Metro Park in New Boston along the Huron River. Pancake breakfast to those who register.

  I'd like to make this my first >15 mile run of the season, although whether it'll be a 25 or a 45 depends on how I'm feeling at this stage.

  Contact: 313.381.2833 or mgst@yahoo.com
  Cost: $16 individual/$43 family (after 30 April: $22/$55)
  
• FAHRRAD
  
  Length: 25, 50, 100K
  Type: Group
  Date: 18 May 2008
  

  Starting (and ending) in Frankenmuth at the high school, the routes go along the Cass River and surrounding farming lands. Relatively flat with low to medium hills occasionally.

  This should be pretty, and 25K is only like 15 miles, so it's a distance the kids can ride.

  Contact: 989.652.2557 or drnancy94@yahoo.com
  Cost: $15
  

• Detroit Bikes!
  
  Length: 20 miles
  Type: Group Ride
  Date: 7 June 2008
  

  Another relatively short, free ride in Detroit. Includes bits of Hamtramck, Woodbridge, and the Heidleberg Project.

  Contact detroitbikes@detroitsynergy.org
  Cost: Free
  
• Pedal Across Lower Michigan
  
  Length: 280 miles
  Type: Multi Day
  Date: 21 - 27 June 2008
  

  A roughly 300 mile multi-day ride across the lower peninsula. This is geared toward new tour riders, so the daily mileage is around 35-60; although most days have additional, optional miles (usually 1 century day is possible if you wish).

  This sounds like something that might be fun to do with the kids next year possibly. They have already hit their limit for 2008, but hopefully next year my schedule will allow for it.

  Contact: 734.669.0172 or palmbiketour@yahoo.com
  Cost: $110 (11 - 16 years old $56, under 11 $55) Registration ends on 5/1 or at 700 riders
  

• Holland Hundred Bicycle Tour
  
  Length: 18, 36, 67, 100 miles
  Type: Group Ride
  Date: 19 July 2008
  

  A beautiful ride through Holland, MI to benefit a number of local charities.

  Contact info@macatawacyclingclub.org
  Cost: $20 ($26 after 6 July)
  

• Detroit Bikes! Tour de Dearborn
  
  Length: 20 - 25 miles
  Type: Group Ride
  Date: 2 August 2008
  

  This is right in my neck of the woods. Runs through Dearborn ending at the Ford Field for Dearborn's Homecoming Festival. You can bet we will be doing this one. Why not, it's free!

  Contact detroitbikes@detroitsynergy.org
  Cost: Free
  

• One Day Ride Across Michigan
  
  Length: 152
  Type: Frickin' long - One Day
  Date: 6 Sept 2008
  

  One day trek from the west side of the state to Bay City. I absolutely want to give this a try; possibly this year. I'd like to get a century in at some point first though. Who's up for joining me?

  Cost: $45 ($35 if you pre-register by early August)
  
  
  
• Tour De Troit (registration)
  
  Length: 40 mile
  Type: Group Ride
  Date: 20 Sep 2008
  

  40 mile ride through Detroit and Belle Isle. 35 and 30 and 25 mile routes were available in 2007. There is a break near the 20 mile point. You can set your own pace, but the pack pace is about 12 miles per hour. It's all street riding, but there is a police escort to manage traffic.

  Rennie and I did this last year and it was an absolute blast. We both decided that we totally have to grab a group and do it again this year. I plan on making this a "thing", so plan on joining me. This was my favorite ride of the year (although the Blue Water Ramble was up there).

  Contact: 313.965.5853 or kelli.tourdetroit@gmail.com
  Cost: $25 ($15 for students)
  
  
  
• Apple Cider Century
  Length: 25, 50, 62, 75, 100 mile
  Type: Group Ride
  Date: 28 Sept 2008
  

  This is a century event, so the featured mileage is 100 miles. There are, however, 25, 50, 62 and 75 mile routes as well. This appears to be a huge thing, with events going on Saturday, an all-you-can-eat breakfast Sunday before the ride, and a Spaghetti Dinner after the race.

  My hope is to be able to hit this one this year.

  Contact: 888.877.2068 or bryan@applecidercentury.com
  Cost: $25 ($45 after 31 March)
  
  

• Blue Water Ramble
  
  Length: 40, 60, 80, 100 mile
  Type: Group Ride - International
  Date: 6 Oct 2007
  

  With 40, 60, 80, and 100 mile routes available, this was a great end-of season run for all skill levels. A ferry-ride into Canada (and back), a hot lunch, and SAG cart are features.

  This was a great deal of fun. Several of us did the 60 mile and at no point did I feel outside of my comfort zone (although I was extremely wiped at ride's end). The ride was largely very pretty and never felt boring. I consider myself a beginner, and this was perfect for me.

  Note, no day-of registration and a 1,200 rider limit

  Contact: 586.879.0209 or bwr@lmb.org Cost: $15 ($18 after 23 August)