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Eastland Victims Homes 3 (6 Photos)

September 2, 2024October 7, 2024 SteveLeave a Comment on Eastland Victims Homes 3 (6 Photos)
On a neighborhood street a tour bicycle is standing at front of an early 1900s two and half story blue sided wood frame single family home next to a greystone two flat.

Homes of 6 people who died on the job.

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Posted in History, PhotosTagged andersonville, bucktown, eastland disaster, gold coast, homes, labor, lawndale, lincoln park, music, oak park, sports

CBA Rides 19 (5 Photos)

May 6, 2024September 16, 2024 SteveLeave a Comment on CBA Rides 19 (5 Photos)
Two CBA riders standing with bikes in front of a two story mural of a cybernetic gorilla samurai.

Views from past CBA rides

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Posted in Photos, Tours in ActionTagged dragon76, Egyptian Revival, fireproof warehouse, George S Kingsley, haymarket, labor, lawndale, lincoln park, mary brogger, nichols tower, pilsen, prairie school, sears tower, senkoe, titan walls, west town, willis tower

Chicago Marathon 2023 Route Pics

October 2, 2023October 10, 2023 SteveLeave a Comment on Chicago Marathon 2023 Route Pics
A tour bike leaning on the painted metal fence of a heavily panted colorful gingerbread Queen Anne home.

Sites along the 2023 Chicago Marathon

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Posted in PhotosTagged burnham & root, chinatown, church conversion, douglas, former firehouses, gingerbread, grant park, jc rivera, kobra, lincoln park, movable bridges, near west side, old town, pilsen, public art, public sculpture, river north, streetart, streeterville, thegap, uic

CBA Rides 16 (6 Photos)

April 18, 2023November 27, 2023 SteveLeave a Comment on CBA Rides 16 (6 Photos)
A CBA tour rider looking at the Chicago River with sailboats waiting for a steel vertical lift bridge to raise.

Five (+1) views of CBA rides in actions

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Posted in Photos, Tours in ActionTagged chicago river north branch, child's play, harry weese, humboldt park, lincoln park, movable bridges, prairie school, sickfisher, street art

CBA Rides 13 (5 Photos)

September 15, 2021November 28, 2022 SteveLeave a Comment on CBA Rides 13 (5 Photos)
Two bike tour riders underneath a wooden honey comb-like tunnel with the Chicago skyline in the distance

CBA riders enjoying the sights of neighborhood Chicago

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Posted in Photos, Tours in ActionTagged andyb, black history, church conversions, fulton market, henry starbuck, humboldt park, lincoln park, lutheran churches, menace two, palmer square, rae wilson, resa piece, sandra antongiorgi, south loop, street art, studio gang

1895 Boulevard Bike Ride 1 (5 Photos)

June 15, 2020June 22, 2020 SteveLeave a Comment on 1895 Boulevard Bike Ride 1 (5 Photos)
A tour bike leaning on the front of a early 1890s elevated train station with a broad circular roof.

Five pre-1895 structures from CBA’s 1895 Boulevard Bike Ride Map

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Posted in PhotosTagged 1880s, 1890s, bucktown, douglas, lincoln park, loop, washington park

Looking Around 21 (10 Photos)

March 2, 2020April 28, 2020 SteveLeave a Comment on Looking Around 21 (10 Photos)
A tour bicycle standing in front of a Buddha figure made of wood painted aqua blue with a red sash siting, a brick building behind

Ten views from riding around Chicago the past few weeks

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Posted in Looking Around, PhotosTagged 19th century homes, brick work, bridgeport, east garfield park, fifth city, george nimmons, lake view, lincoln park, mathew hoffman, max sansing, pilsen, pre-1870s, sheffield neighbors, street art, vesna lazar, west town

CBA Rides 9 (10 Photos)

November 25, 2019April 28, 2020 SteveLeave a Comment on CBA Rides 9 (10 Photos)
A CBA bike tour rider looking up at a colorful mural with a pale face placed at the corner of a building.

We are still fitting some rides into the decent weather days!

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Posted in Photos, Tours in ActionTagged alex face, bucktown, ch, east, east pilsen, eskat valerio, fulton market, kobra, lakeshore, lefty out there, lincoln park, madmanart, movies, muebon, nychos, pipsqueak was here!!!, street art, thankyoux, the untouchables, union station, wicker park

Map Updates 3 (15 Photos)

May 6, 2019May 21, 2019 adminLeave a Comment on Map Updates 3 (15 Photos)
Silhouette of a tour bike in front of red brick Romanesque St. Boniface church between trees.

15 pictures that have been added to markers on previously published maps

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Posted in Map Updates, PhotosTagged church conversions, historic schools, humboldt park, irving park, lincoln park, little italy, marshall square, memorials, monuments, noble sqaure, old town, public art, uic-medical, uptown, west town

Looking Around 11 (11 Photos)

April 1, 2019May 16, 2019 adminLeave a Comment on Looking Around 11 (11 Photos)
A tour bike leaning on a multicolored stone wall with a nature themed wooden collage.

Eleven more pictures from March bike rides in Chicago

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Posted in Looking Around, PhotosTagged churches, east garfield park, humboldt park, lincoln park, south loop, street art, west garfield park

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  •   Steve created a wonderful memory for us while on a short trip to Chicago. Our group of girls had a mix of biking experience and he went out of his... read more way to ensure we all felt comfortable. This tour was a comfortable pace filled with local art and history of each space. The ability to ride through the city made us feel like a local even though my riding skills may have indicated otherwise. Thank you Steve for making us feel like a priority to you and your city. Would love to come and do this again.

    thumb Amy H.
    4/29/2021

  •   I spent an amazing 4.5 hours riding 15 miles on a totally customized bike tour with Steve. He knows so much about the art, architecture, and history along the way... read more (he is a retired teacher so it's not surprising.) After I got home he even provided me with a detailed map of the ride that included photos of me along the way with informational links about the scene shown. A+ experience.

    thumb Colin K.
    8/17/2021

  •   This was by far the best day of my vacation in Chicago. A bike tour is the best way to see a city, and Steve's street art bike tour was... read more such a great experience. We saw great popular murals and tons of never seen or known about before. Steve knew the answers to all my questions about the artists, the collaborations, the backgrounds of the pieces and more. On top of that I felt very safe the whole and trusted his urban biking skills. It was truly a memorable experience and I can't wait to take my friends with me next time I go!

    thumb Naima B.
    10/29/2019

  •   Absolutely loved this bike tour with Steve. Our tour was customized to what we wanted to see. Steve included stops in between our requested stops so we could learn and... read more enjoy more about this beautiful city. Steve was patient with us and accommodating to our level of bike riding, making sure we were following behind and letting us know our route ahead. Steve took pictures and put them together on a map showing where we had been. He also included photos from the movie sites we stopped at so we could compare our pictures with the movie. It was awesome! I will recommend Steve to friends and book again!!!

    thumb Stacie A.
    9/25/2023

  •   If you want to get to know Chicago more personally, try this out. This was one of my favorite experiences during my three day stay at Chicago. I did all... read more the tourist must-dos but it was nice to bike around neighborhoods and to feel what exactly the locals see everyday. Steve was great with everything from picking out/adjusting a bike for my size to explaining fun little details of Chicago. If you love being active and want a new experience while traveling, this would be great for you.

    thumb Somang L.
    8/28/2019

  •   I found Steve of Chicago Bike Adventures on Trip Advisor. They also have a website: https://chicagobikeadventures.com/about/

    I wanted to enhance a four day holiday in Chicago... read more with something more interesting than the usual Red Bus or Architectural River Tours which, while worth doing, are things I had done before. Steve's tours involve riding cycles around the northern neighborhoods of the city for 5 hours while he explained the sights. Before the tour, you are sent a questionnaire which asks about your size, bike riding expertise, and interests: History, architecture, sports, churches, etc.

    I chose a cold day in December and was the only person on the tour which meant I got Steve all to myself. When I arrived a the beginning of the tour, Steve was waiting with a helmet and a well tuned bicycle adjusted for my size and ready to go.

    We started with a tour of the immediate neighborhood. As we rode He explained the local history and pointed out landmarks. The pace was just right, we kept moving to stay warm, it was about 30 degrees F, with stops at various points of interest. Steve teaches in the Chicago schools when he is not giving bicycle tours and we got along famously. As the tour went open we explored the University of Illinois, street art, the trendy new neighborhoods that are attracting tech workers and historical sights going back 100 years.

    One of the best things about a small group tour is the ability to get to know a local, ask questions and get a sense of what it is like to live in the city you are visiting. This is much better than hearing a recording of the points of interest as you drive by on a bus filled with other tourists.

    Later Steve took me to a local taco place for lunch. The food was very tasty and we continued our discussion of Chicago, one of the most interesting cities I know.

    After 5 hours and 12 miles of bike riding I was tired and very happy to have taken the tour. I suspect you will be just as satisfied if you take one of Steve's bike tours. Although the route is chosen carefully to minimize congested streets, you will be riding in a big city for hours so you should be comfortable riding a bicycle in traffic.
    John Kelly

    thumb John K.
    12/28/2018

  •   A fantastic bike tour, personally tailored to your interests. We did a 3-hour ride with a group of four who signed up together, but you can also sign up alone... read more and be paired with others.

    Steve is a friendly and knowledgeable guide. We had a rider who hadn't ridden a bicycle in years and Steve's loaner bike and helmet worked out great.

    Highly recommend the "bike the boulevards" route and on through Pilsen and Chinatown. Great history and architecture.

    Thanks, Steve!

    thumb Alex H.
    7/12/2019

  •   Steve is great and love the tours. My wife took me on one a couple years ago and we went again while some friends were in town last week. Great... read more way to see the city and each tour is customized based on what you are interested in learning about and how far you want to go. Highly recommend!

    thumb Jason K.
    8/16/2022

  •   My friend from out of town wanted to visit me in Chicago for my birthday. Instead of going out to a fancy dinner, we decided to go on an... read more adventure with Chicago Bike Adventures. It was a great! I live in Chicago and love to bike. I wasn't sure if I would see anything new or unexpected on my trip because I live here, but I certainly did! Steve is extremely knowledgeable and knows about all the hidden gems! He customized the tour for just me and my friend and one other woman that joined us that day. It was great to be able to see all of the things I wanted to see (like street art, history, and planning stuff) and not get into the things I didn't care as much about. I'm sure there are many more customized adventures that he is prepared to give!

    We saw a lot of really fantastic street art. We also stopped by a brewery in Pilsen, Lo Rez. I highly recommend it! Steve was extremely knowledgeable about all of the things and places we visited. He was also very approachable and fun to ride with. He even lent someone a pair of socks so she could be a little warmer on the ride. Great guy.

    It was great how Steve knew which route to take. He clearly did a lot of research in finding the best way to get around. I ride my bike in Chicago so I know how difficult it can be getting around if you don't find a bike lane, or a less busy street. The ride that day was very pleasant and stress free.

    Oh! I should mention that it was 33 degrees when we did this trip and I still loved it! We bundled up and kept warm by moving.

    I would definitely recommend this for a visitor or a local!

    thumb Emily E.
    1/25/2019

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  •   The bike ride around Chicago is a great way to see the city. Steve was very informative, funny, and curated a route that worked for everyone in the group. I’m... read more not an avid bike rider but I was able to keep up with the others and was able to overcome my fear of urban street riding. Highly recommend this tour.

    thumb Kelsi
    September 18, 2021

  •   If you are looking for a great way to experience the City and get a unique perspective this is for you! Steve is a great guide a will tailor the... read more ride to your skill level.

    thumb Tony
    October 6, 2020

  •   One of the best tours of any kind I've ever taken. Steve's thorough approach begins even before you meet, with a survey to determine what topics and sites you want... read more to cover, as well as your biking speed and style. We met on time, and the hours flew by. I learned so much and didn't want the tour to end. Chicago, for one, is a biking heaven (I live where it's mountainous) and architectural treasure chest, and to have Steve's wide-ranging and deep expertise to tap on whenever I had a (Website hidden by Airbnb) was my ideal of the perfect tour. The route he created to match my interests showed me things I'd heard about, and many I didn't think to ask about (like that Mies van de Rohe had designed the campus of IIT). The bike loaner was great too.

    thumb Laura O
    May 28, 2019

  •   Steve is incredibly knowledgeable about so many things in Chicago - street art, architecture, history, neighborhoods, artists, etc. He doesn’t take more than four people on his tour, which... read more we just loved! It was very personal and went at our own pace. When visiting Chicago again, I would choose Steve’s bike tours! We throughly enjoyed our time with him.

    thumb Laura
    August 6, 2021

  •   Steve foi incrível. A melhor experiência turística que tivemos em Chicago. Aprendemos muito sobre a cultura local, a história da cidade e tudo isso de uma forma agradável e interessante.... read more Quero voltar para fazer mais tours com Steve. Valeu cada minuto.

    thumb Márcia
    October 30, 2024

  •   It was Fun and at the same time a workout experience.

    thumb Cris Bien
    August 29, 2018

  •   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 communicate with and gave us a wonderful taste of Chicago on bikes. I would totally do this again and have Steve show us around a different part of Chicago.

    thumb Blake
    April 13, 2024

  •   Steve is amazing and has a great knowledge about Chicago as a whole and the neighbourhoods especially. Being new to Chicago, I had a great time exploring and left with... read more a good level of knowledge about the place. Would recommend this tour to anyone. Thanks Steve!!

    thumb Binu
    February 29, 2020

  •   Chicago native who 'thought' she knew everything until now! What a treat learning new things about the most amazing city in the world; making it even MORE amazing! Would definitely... read more let everyone know to get on a bike with Steve; you won't regret it!

    thumb Teri
    September 5, 2020

  •   This bike tour was absolutely fantastic! We were able to casually cruise around the streets of Chicago with relative ease due to Steve’s careful guidance and attention to our surroundings.... read more Riding through traffic was actually quite easy as the citizens of Chicago were respectful with sharing the roads. We basically stayed mostly to the side rides, weaving in and out of neighborhoods, greenways, parks, and alleys. From street art to architecture to orientating the city of Chicago, this tour was both fun and relaxing at the same time. We definitely had a perma-grin the entire time! So enjoyable!

    thumb Emilio
    August 9, 2021

TripAdvisor

  • star rating  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 the streets with Steve in the front. The street art was amazing as was the ride along the old L tracks and along the lake. Highly recommend. We will be back. …

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    AmyK
    March 1, 2021

  • star rating  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 based on your interests. After the trip he provided me with a detailed map of the route with photos of some of the stops and with informational links. A+ experience. …

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    Colin Knight
    August 17, 2021

  • star rating  Steve was a great tour guide as we biked through Chicago. His pre-ride survey allowed him to tailor... read more

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    amyek-6
    March 21, 2021

  • star rating  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 with you after the tour. Depending on the weather make sure you dress appropriately!

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    Shannon H
    March 1, 2021

  • star rating  A must if you come to Chicago. You’ll see a different side to the city and Steve will customize the experience for you. See different neighborhoods, learn about the history,... read more take great photos and enjoy a drink!

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    ana_rg123
    March 18, 2020

  • star rating  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 with you after the tour. Depending on the weather make sure you dress appropriately!

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    D2057BUshannonh
    March 22, 2021

  • star rating  Had a wonderful tour around town with Steve. He showed me places where I never ever would have been on my own. Well maintained bikes and a beautiful city! I... read more would definitely recommend Chicago Bike Adventures.

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    avatar thumb Nadinevd
    September 28, 2018

  • star rating  This is a great way to see more of Chicago and develop an understanding of the communities and... read more

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    D2057BUshannonh
    March 22, 2021

  • star rating  Thank you Steve for an informative, detailed and unforgettable bike tour through Chicago‘s suburbs, but also for showing us Chicago from a completely different side. The ratio between riding the... read more bike and receiving information was perfect!

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    avatar thumb Kai H
    July 19, 2018

  • star rating  I had an awesome time cruising around town with Steve. We went to places in Chicago I probably wouldn't otherwise go and learned a ton about the city. I felt... read more safe the whole time and still felt like I was in the middle of everything....More

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    avatar thumb Saltlakemike
    July 28, 2018

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