Motor City Gears & Beers is a point to point tour of Detroit’s historic neighborhoods, notorious watering holes, and popular up-and-coming destinations.You can choose between 10 mile, 15 mile, or 25 mile routes, either guided or self-guided. At the conclusion of the ride join us for an after party featuring live music, great food and [...]
Saturday, September 25, 2021. Registration begins at 9:00am. Rain or Shine.
Gears & Beers will start and finish at the Belle Isle Boat House, located at E Picnic Way, Detroit, MI 48207. Note: It is displayed as "Detroit Boat Club Training Facility" on Google maps
Fun-loving urban adventurers and active lovers of our great city will be in attendance. We welcome everyone and anyone 21+ who is interested in exercise, has a thirst for delicious brews, or wants to learn more about Detroit. Note: You must be 21 years of age or older to participate in Gears & Beers.
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Yes! The Gears & Beers after party is part of the Boat House Beer Fest at the Belle Isle Boat House. The event supports the restoration and preservation of this historic building. Learn more HERE.
Parking is available at the Boat House, just follow the Gears & Beers signs and the prompts given by parking attendants. The Recreation Passport ($11 for Michigan vehicles, $5 for Michigan motorcycles, nonresidents pay $31 for an annual pass or $9 for a day pass. ) is required for vehicle entry to all 102 Michigan state [...]
We have three ride options: 10 miles, 15 miles and 25 miles. Choose between guided and self-guided tours.
10 miles (including stops at the bars = 3 to 4 hours) 15 miles (including stops at the bars = 4 to 5 hours) 25 miles (including stops at the bars = 5 to 6 hours) *Times are subject to the pace at which you ride, the length of your visits to each bar, and [...]
Anybody who is in average physical condition should have no trouble going the distance. The ride is relatively flat. We would recommend with any distance ride that you prepare yourself with adequate training.