Ann Arbor Velo Club Races & Training Series: Building Stronger Michigan Cyclists
At Michigan Bicycle Law, we don’t just represent injured cyclists – we support the organizations building a safer, stronger cycling community across Michigan. One of those organizations is the Ann Arbor Velo Club, a long-standing cornerstone of the Ann Arbor cycling scene that continues to shape riders of all skill levels through structured training, competitive opportunities, and a deeply rooted sense of community. Building a Foundation for Michigan Cyclists Founded in the mid-1970s, the Ann Arbor Velo Club (AAVC) began as a small group of dedicated road cyclists. Today, it has evolved into one of Michigan’s most active and respected... Read More
Coast to Coast Gravel Grinder: Michigan’s Ultimate 204-Mile Gravel Challenge
Adventure racing and gravel grinding might seem like niche corners of the cycling world – but in Michigan, they represent something deeper: a spirit of challenge, exploration, and human connection with the land. At the helm of this movement is Mark VanTongeren – founder, owner, and race director of Michigan Adventure Racing. Since its inception, Michigan Adventure Racing has become a compass for riders and athletes seeking events that test not just speed, but endurance, strategy, and sheer grit. Mark’s vision blends diverse disciplines – from trail navigation and orienteering to long-distance gravel grinding – offering events that celebrate both... Read More
Lucky 13 Cycling: Champions, Beginners, & Everyone In Between
Nestled in the town of Milford, Michigan, near plenty of bike-friendly roadways, trails, and beautiful scenery is a small cycling club called Lucky 13 Cycling. This club of about 40 members is an all-inclusive group of cycling enthusiasts, beginner bicyclists, and racing champions that encourage each other through bike rides and races in Michigan. The Beginning of Lucky 13 Cycling Lucky 13 started when a husband-and-wife team opened a new bike shop, Vincere Cycles, in downtown Milford. This opened new possibilities for cyclists in the area and sparked the union of locals that enjoy a wide variety of cycling disciplines.... Read More
Meet Melissa Werkman: Community Leader, Advocate, & Cyclist
If you’re looking for an example of leadership and advocacy in the Michigan bike community, look no further than Melissa Werkman; a dedicated cyclist who embodies the values of what makes our community thrive. Both on and off a bike, Melissa is constantly using her time and skills to better the communities around her. Leadership in the Michigan Bike Community Melissa got started in the Michigan bicycle community as a race promoter after being introduced as a triathlete. She tried multiple biking disciplines before falling in love with mountain biking. While she no longer races competitively, Melissa coaches mountain biking... Read More
Morning Cranks: Early Riders Sprinkled Around Southeast Michigan
Starting the day off right is central to members of the Morning Cranks, and what better way to start than a bike ride with friends? This cycling club meets before the crack of dawn year-round to bike around Southeast Michigan. Fueled by friends and the promise of donuts at the end of a ride, this network of early risers knows how to have fun and fit exercise into a busy lifestyle. About the Morning Cranks The Morning Cranks is a network of Michigan cyclists that like to start their day with a bike ride. Typically departing at 5:30 AM every... Read More
Cadieux Bicycle Club: Cyclists that Ride, Race, and Give Back
If you attend a bike event in Michigan, you will likely cross paths with a member of Cadieux Bicycle Club, a group of cyclists that Ride, Race, & Give Back through their collective passion for cycling. With a long history of promoting bike races, racers, and rides, this club is rooted in serving the Michigan bicycle community. Cycling with a Purpose Since 1965 Founded at the Cadieux Café in the predominantly Belgium section of Detroit’s eastside by four local cyclists, Robert (Bob) Devos, Frank Van Laeken, Al Roles, and Adolf Lincklau (Buff), the Cadieux Bicycle Club’s goal was to promote... Read More