Category: The Start

Sacred Smokes (Theodore C Van Alst Jr, 2018) Map

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A tour bike leaning on the bottom of a 1920 four story brown brick and tan terra cotta former hotel now apartments.

Tales of a Native American teen in 1970s/80s far northside Chicago

Worthmann & Steinbach 2 (5 Photos)

February 27, 2026February 27, 2026 SteveLeave a Comment

A tour bike standing with a white SUV at front of a two story double lot brown brick Gothic Revival church and school with copper roofline details.

Five pics from the Worthmann & Steinbach map

CBA Rides 23 (5 Photos)

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Five views from CBA guided bike rides

Guided Rides

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The Map

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The ever expanding visualization of things to see while you ride Chicago.

Resources

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   Michael Reichart 
 August 11, 2026
 
 
   Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We hired Steve for a ride around parts of the city we don't normally think to bike.   It turned out being an excellent idea thanks to Steve.  He rode us all along the west and south sides of the city.   If you are thinking of going on a bike ride you cannot go wrong with Steve. Very knowledgable about the city and hits history.
  
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   Beth Stevens 
 November 11, 2025
 
 
   Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Highly recommend taking advantage of this great way to see Chicago neighborhoods up close. Biking is a great way to comfortably cover a lot of ground and really connect with this very bikeable city. Steve was a great guide, organized, informative, balanced the pace, and was very communicative leading up to our meeting.  And the bikes were comfortable too. This was one of the highlights of our Chicago visit and of our two week road trip!
  
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   Dean Bottrill 
 September 30, 2025
 
 
   Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My wife and I contacted Chicago BA to enquire about a Blues Brother bike tour of Chicago. we were looking to cover as much ground around Chicago to see as many of the film locations as possible. Look no further if this is the type of bike tour your after. Steve did a great job from start to finish, Great Chicago history, art locations and picture opportunity's. And not forgetting the beer stop. We had a great day and memories that will last forever. Keep up the great work Steve.
  
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   Theodore H 
 August 2, 2025
 
 
   Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a fantastic time with Chicago Bike Adventures on a guided ride through the city in November 2023. Our guide was knowledgeable, engaging, and clearly passionate about Chicago’s vibrant street art, architecture, and history. The route was thoughtfully planned—combining iconic spots like The 606, Wrigley Field, and the Henry Rokham House with stunning murals from artists like Hebru Brantley, Max Sansing, Sick Fisher, and more. Riding through the city on a crisp autumn day made the experience unforgettable. The pace was relaxed and well-suited for photo stops (and there are plenty!). Highly recommended for anyone wanting to discover Chicago’s neighborhoods in a unique and active way. We’ll definitely do another tour next time we visit!
  
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  Google rating score: 5.0 of 5, 
based on 14 reviews 
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We had such a great time on our bike and brewery tour with Steve! We visited three different breweries and got to explore parts of Chicago we never would have... read more

Karen M.
8/31/2026
Steve was amazing. Very personable and knowledge about all things Chicago. We did the street art and west side tour 1/2 day tour. We ended up riding... read more

Edmund C.
12/17/2024

Brilliant full day tour of Chigago - Over many years, and countless cities, the first, and most important research for me is a bike tour. This is simply the best way to find your bearings and cram... read more

markwZ7248RV
March 24, 2023
Great Addition to My Trip - This is a great way to see more of Chicago and develop an understanding of the communities and history of the city overall. Steve takes great pictures and shares them... read more

D2057BUshannonh
March 22, 2021
Fantastic ride! - Steve was a great tour guide as we biked through Chicago. His pre-ride survey allowed him to tailor the ride to some of our interests. We were super confident navigating... read more

amyek-6
March 21, 2021
Awesome Chicago Street Tour - Steve did a fantastic job touring us through Chicago. We appreciated the pre-ride survey Steve sent so that we could provide input on what we wanted to see. ... read more Awesome job Steve!

StillerSt
August 30, 2025
Eckhart Park, not Wicker Park - To clear up some confusion here, this is indeed a fabulous house, but Eckhart Park (park district) is in the city of Chicago and Wicker Park is a southern suburb... read more of Chicago.

Jeannie J
February 12, 2024
Our great hometown, Chicago! - As local residents, we wanted a fun adventure over July 4th (and during the pandemic). Steve created a perfect tour!

We went west for ethnic street art, and... read more

ChicagoUrban
July 5, 2020
Great Customized Bike Tour of Chicago - I spent an amazing 4.5 hours touring Chicago neighborhoods with Steve. He knows an amazing amount about the art, architecture, and history along the ride. He totally customizes the tour... read more

ColinKnightMD
August 17, 2021
Great time - Nice guy, knows a lot about Chicago. And you see parts of Chicago you would not without him. Knows about buildings and streetart. Had a great time.

Luc K
May 18, 2023
Definitely Book a Chicago Bike Tour With Steve - Highly recommend taking advantage of this great way to see Chicago neighborhoods up close. Biking is a great way to comfortably cover a lot of ground and really connect with... read more

Beth S
November 11, 2025
Great way to see Chicago!!! - We had a great time with Steve, who was informative but kept it fun! Great route and the only way to see and understand the History of Chicago. Would strongly... read more recommend this as a must do activity.

I3968DGjamesc
May 28, 2025

Steven's Chicago Bicycle Tour is a radiant symphony of urban exploration, where the cityscape becomes a canvas and the wheels dance like notes on a musical staff. His guidance is... read more

Damian
January 1, 2024

Steve was amazing. The best sightseeing experience we had in Chicago. We learn a lot about the local culture, the history of the city and all this in a pleasant... read more

Márcia
October 1, 2024

I enjoyed a personalized bike rid through Chicago with Steve. This was a great way to see other parts of Chicago without hoards of tourists. Based on my interests, there... read more

Jeff
October 1, 2024

Great tour

Nellie
July 1, 2024

Steve was an incredible host with boundless energy and detailed knowledge of the diverse historical sites and landmarks in Chicago. We saw a beautiful cathedral, learned about the devleopment... read more

Yvonne
May 1, 2024

Steve is a cozy person amazing guide, the price is worth just to hang out with Steve for a while🙂

Fredrik
April 1, 2024

Steve took us on a wonderful tour and showed us parts of the city that we wouldn't discover as a tourist. We also learned a lot about Chicago. And we... read more felt very comfortable with Steve.

Wiebke
June 1, 2024

Steve's bike tour was an amazing and unique experience!! He weaves together a rich tapestry of art, culture, and social history. He also did a fantastic job at intuitively guiding... read more

Sarah
November 1, 2023

If you want to see the neighbourhoods of Chicago and get a little exercise at the same time this is the answer. The four hour trip was not strenuous and... read more

Lorne
June 1, 2024

Steve was great. You are asked to fill out a form before the trip, so that Steve can adjust the tour to specific interests and abilities. Steve was easy to... read more

Blake
April 1, 2024

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