Kidical Mass Plans First Roscoe Village Ride

A national tradition is coming to Roscoe Village for the first time. 

Kidical Mass is a free, family-friendly bike ride that unites cyclists in communities across the country.   

The event derives from Critical Mass, a monthly bike ride that takes place around the world for adults. Kidical is the kid-friendly spin-off of the tradition.

Roscoe Village’s first ride starts Oct. 6 at 10 a.m. Families can meet at the Audubon School playground, 3500 N. Hoyne Ave. Trips will be held the first Sunday of every month, rain or side. 

Rides are chaperoned by parents and are corralled to residential streets. Here are some guidelines to get your family in the pedaling mood:

• Please wear helmets and ride safely.
• Rides are typically 4 miles at a 5-6 mph pace on quiet residential streets, roughly 1 hour with stops.
• Rides are suitable for children using training wheels or those who have progressed beyond training wheels.
• Younger children are welcome on trail-a-bikes, child trailers and child seats of their parent's bike.
• Festive dress and decorations encouraged.
• It is expected that all kids bring a parent or guardian.