Vicious Cycle 2026 · Riders and crew only

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Itinerary, lodging, and the packing list. Ask anyone on the ride for the password.

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September 24–27, 2026 · 350+ miles · Riders and crew

SCHEDULE+PACKING LIST

Four days, four legs, one loop. Times, lodging, and everything worth packing. Print it or keep it on your phone.

9/24

Day 1 — Chicago to Milwaukee

Rough mileage84
Time on bike6–8 hrs
DestinationDowntown MKE
  • Riders gather outside to prep for day 1!
  • Start of VICIOUS Day 1
  • The Broomwagons will stop every 20 miles, so we'll have food, snacks and rehydration to get us through!
  • End of Day
  • Dinner somewhere and sleep!

Lodging

Downtown MKE AirBNB

Sleeps 12

9/25

Day 2 — Milwaukee to Madison

Rough mileage84
Time on bike6–8 hrs
DestinationMadison
  • Riders gather outside to prep for day 2!
  • Start of VICIOUS Day 2
  • The Broomwagons will stop every 20 miles, so we'll have food, snacks and rehydration to get us through!
  • End of Day
  • Dinner somewhere and sleep!

Lodging

Madison Concourse Hotel

4 Rooms with 2 Queen Beds/Room

Room #1: MaryJo + Libby
Room #2: Phil + Dave
Room #3: Rapha + Han + John
Room #4: Cassidy

There is a POOL! Bring a swimsuit!

9/26

Day 3 — Madison to Rockford

Rough mileage69
Time on bike6–8 hrs
DestinationRockford
  • Riders gather outside to prep for day 3!
  • Start of VICIOUS Day 3
  • The Broomwagons will stop every 20 miles, so we'll have food, snacks and rehydration to get us through!
  • End of Day
  • Dinner somewhere and sleep!

Lodging

Embassy Suites Rockford Riverfront

4 Rooms with 2 Queen Beds/Room

Room #1: MaryJo + Libby
Room #2: Phil + Dave
Room #3: Rapha + Han + John
Room #4: Cassidy

9/27

Day 4 — Rockford to Chicago

Rough mileage97
Time on bike8–10 hrs
DestinationHannah's backyard
  • Riders gather outside to prep for day 4!
  • Start of VICIOUS Day 4
  • The Broomwagons will stop every 20 miles, so we'll have food, snacks and rehydration to get us through!
  • End of Day
  • PARTY!

Destination

Hannah's Backyard!

Checklist

Everything worth bringing. Optional items are marked. Bunk brings a bulk of these things and you'll bring your personal items!

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