Jul 1st 2018

Pothole Art Bike Tour

@ Thorndale station (CTA)

1118 W Thorndale Ave, Chicago, IL 60660

Opening Sunday, July 1st, from 9AM - 5PM

A uniquely Chicago urban treasure hunt – by bike! Jim Bachor’s stunning and sometimes snarky mosaic works are the centerpiece of this casual group ride, tracking down each and every existing pothole Jim has lovingly adorned with unique mosaics since 2013. And, the artist will join us! Meetup is inside the Thorndale Red Line Station, where Bachor’s commission, entitled “Thrive,” was installed in 2014. We’ll then ride a winding west to east to south route that catches up with up to 25 pothole artworks, including two private commissions.

More about Jim Bachor’s Pothole Art (video from CBS Sunday Morning): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NrBWimf_4uY

Date: Sunday, July 1st, 2018
Time: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Cost: $25 (Includes a Bachor sticker designed just for the ride!)
Departure Location: Thorndale CTA Red Line Station, 1118 W. Thorndale, Chicago, IL 60660
Lunch: The Empanada Bike
Total Distance (Round Trip): 30 miles, with multiple peel-off opportunities
Average Speed: 8-10 m.p.h.with short and longer stops at each of the mosaics
Skill Level: Casual ride / no-drop
Gear to Bring: tuned-up bike, lock, helmet, hydration, snacks, cash, ID, and a camera
Please note: More details will be posted as we get closer to the ride date.

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