Bikes for All is open to anyone, regardless of age or ability. We offer adaptive bikes specially modified to accommodate individuals with special needs, disabilities, or mobility challenges, so that everyone can enjoy the thrill of riding.

We're committed to building healthy and active communities, so we've launched Bikes for All Meet-Ups are every Tuesday at 10:30 am from June to August. These Meetups create a welcoming space where individuals with special needs can connect and build a sense of community—and ride and have fun! Join us at the Clubhouse for ride this summer.

Ride for Pie and Fun with Norte Youth Cycling—Don't miss out on the sweetest ride of the year! Join us for a scenic bike tour through Traverse City's charming neighborhoods on Monday, July 1, at 9 am. Start at F&M Park and get ready for a relaxed ride filled with laughter, good company, and the joyful sound of bike bells ringing. And the best part? You'll receive a voucher for a FREE slice of cherry pie from the Grand Traverse Pie Company, so come hungry! Celebrate the National Cherry Festival in style with Norte Youth Cycling, the premier youth bike organization in northern Michigan.

Get set for an exciting morning of racing at the Grand Traverse County Civic Center on Saturday, June 29. 150 young racers will showcase their skills and determination on the balance bike course, and you can cheer them on to the finish line! This event is free and open exclusively to balance bikes for young riders aged 2-5. Participants can register online, or on the morning of the event starting at 8 am, and prepare for some heart-pumping, adorable action! Racing begins at 9 am until around 10:30. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to support the future of cycling in motion.

From June through August, we host Balance Bike Club meetups for the first time riders in Traverse City and Elk Rapids. These low-key, drop-in affairs are fun for everyone—no need to bring your bike. We have plenty to lend out. From 10:30AM-11:30AM Thursdays in Elk Rapids at the Rotary Park. Balance Bike Meet-Ups ​are for riders ages​ ​2–5​.

From June through August, we host Balance Bike Club meetups for the first time riders in Traverse City and Elk Rapids. These low-key, drop-in affairs are fun for everyone—no need to bring your bike. We have plenty to lend out. From 10:30AM-11:30AM Wednesdays in Traverse City at the Norte Clubhouse. Balance Bike Meet-Ups ​are for riders ages​ ​2–5​.

Bikes for All is open to anyone, regardless of age or ability. We offer adaptive bikes specially modified to accommodate individuals with special needs, disabilities, or mobility challenges, so that everyone can enjoy the thrill of riding.

We're committed to building healthy and active communities, so we've launched Bikes for All Meetups every Tuesday at 10:30 am from June to August. These Meetups create a welcoming space where individuals with special needs can connect and build a sense of community—and ride and have fun! Join us at the Clubhouse for ride this summer.

Nothing brings people together like a bike ride. Slow Rolls are our free community bike rides designed to provide a fun, social experience on two wheels. Show up, slow down, and explore your community at an entirely new pace. These family bike rides are typically just a few miles along a safe, flat route.

Every Thursday night all summer long! (Except July 4 & Harbor Days!)

Rides start at 6:00 and reach the Short’s Pull Barn around 7:15 or so.

Join us!

From June through August, we host Balance Bike Club meetups for the first time riders in Traverse City and Elk Rapids. These low-key, drop-in affairs are fun for everyone—no need to bring your bike. We have plenty to lend out. From 10:30AM-11:30AM Thursdays in Elk Rapids at the Rotary Park. Balance Bike Meet-Ups ​are for riders ages​ ​2–5​.

From June through August, we host Balance Bike Club meetups for the first time riders in Traverse City and Elk Rapids. These low-key, drop-in affairs are fun for everyone—no need to bring your bike. We have plenty to lend out. From 10:30AM-11:30AM Wednesdays in Traverse City at the Norte Clubhouse. Balance Bike Meet-Ups ​are for riders ages​ ​2–5​.

Bikes for All is open to anyone, regardless of age or ability. We offer adaptive bikes specially modified to accommodate individuals with special needs, disabilities, or mobility challenges, so that everyone can enjoy the thrill of riding.

We're committed to building healthy and active communities, so we've launched Bikes for All Meetups every Tuesday at 10:30 am from June to August. These Meetups create a welcoming space where individuals with special needs can connect and build a sense of community—and ride and have fun! Join us at the Clubhouse for ride this summer.

Nothing brings people together like a bike ride. Slow Rolls are our free community bike rides designed to provide a fun, social experience on two wheels. Show up, slow down, and explore your community at an entirely new pace. These family bike rides are typically just a few miles along a safe, flat route.

Every Thursday night all summer long! (Except July 4 & Harbor Days!)

Rides start at 6:00 and reach the Short’s Pull Barn around 7:15 or so.

Join us!

From June through August, we host Balance Bike Club meetups for the first time riders in Traverse City and Elk Rapids. These low-key, drop-in affairs are fun for everyone—no need to bring your bike. We have plenty to lend out. From 10:30AM-11:30AM Thursdays in Elk Rapids at the Rotary Park. Balance Bike Meet-Ups ​are for riders ages​ ​2–5​.

From June through August, we host Balance Bike Club meetups for the first time riders in Traverse City and Elk Rapids. These low-key, drop-in affairs are fun for everyone—no need to bring your bike. We have plenty to lend out. From 10:30AM-11:30AM Wednesdays in Traverse City at the Norte Clubhouse. Balance Bike Meet-Ups  ​are for riders ages​ ​2–5​.

Bikes for All is open to anyone, regardless of age or ability. We offer adaptive bikes specially modified to accommodate individuals with special needs, disabilities, or mobility challenges, so that everyone can enjoy the thrill of riding.

We're committed to building healthy and active communities, so we've launched Bikes for All Meetups every Tuesday at 10:30 am from June to August. These Meetups create a welcoming space where individuals with special needs can connect and build a sense of community—and ride and have fun! Join us at the Clubhouse for ride this summer.

Norte is joining the Traverse Area District Library for their Summer Reading Club Kickoff event! Get a bike tune-up for your summer riding adventures from our Norte bike mechanic, sign up for the Summer Reading Club, participate in an interactive STEM activity with Challenge Island & more!

From June through August, we host Balance Bike Club meetups for the first time riders in Traverse City and Elk Rapids. These low-key, drop-in affairs are fun for everyone—no need to bring your bike. We have plenty to lend out. From 10:30AM-11:30AM Wednesdays in Traverse City at the Norte Clubhouse. Books, Bikes and Bubbles ​is for riders ages​ ​2–5​.

Bikes for All is open to anyone, regardless of age or ability. We offer adaptive bikes specially modified to accommodate individuals with special needs, disabilities, or mobility challenges, so that everyone can enjoy the thrill of riding.

We're committed to building healthy and active communities, so we've launched Bikes for All Meetups every Tuesday at 10:30 am from June to August. These Meetups create a welcoming space where individuals with special needs can connect and build a sense of community—and ride and have fun! Join us at the Clubhouse for ride this summer.

Join Norte for a laidback and welcoming bike ride for mothers and daughters! We’ll do a short 3-4 mile ride, based on group speed, beginning and ending at the Norte Clubhouse at the Grand Traverse County Civic Center.

Don’t worry about building up an appetite - we’ll have pizza from That’sa Pizza for all!

Women and girls of all ages are welcome. Young riders in 4th grade and up are encouraged to ride. 3rd grade and lower should consider hopping in a bike trailer. All riders 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Celebrate a decade of pedal-powered joy with Norte Youth Cycling! Join us at the City Opera House for a family-friendly evening of cycling inspiration and community. The evening will be filled with gratitude, giveaways, and an original feature film created by local videographer, Mark Goethel.

Mark’s film captures the essence of Norte's impact, from first pedals to triumphs on the trails, all of which are propelled by Norte coaches, volunteers, and you, our community! 

Bring your family and friends to share in the joy of Norte's journey. Our 10th-anniversary celebration isn't just about cycling; it's about the community, adventures, friendships, and joy that have defined the last 10 years.

Join us as we pause to look back and then pedal into the next decade with Norte Youth Cycling—where every rider is welcome!

It is FREE to attend but tickets are required. Reserve yours below.

Want to help us spread the word? Sign up to allow us to drop off a 10 Year Anniversary Celebration yard sign to your yard.

Please enjoy a sneak peek of the film below!

Tickets are required to attend. Doors open at 5:30. The event begins at 6:30.

Adults - $10 suggested donation. Children - Free.

Oryana is the title sponsor for our 2024 Slow Rolls in Traverse City, and as such, Norte will be the Groceries for Good recipient on Thursday, May 9th. 
This means that Oryana will donate 2% of the day's sales + round ups at the register to Norte. Plan your weekly shopping trip for Thursday, May 9th, to support Norte Youth Cycling’s programs!

Both locations are participating in Groceries for Good.

Norte is hosting its Spring Community Bike Tune-up at Carson Square on Thursday, May 2nd! Bring your bike for a quick safety inspection or tune-up and hit spring at full speed. Our community tune-ups are meant to enhance active transportation for adults and kids alike. We know that bikes are vital components in mobility independence and we want to keep you moving!

Questions? Get in touch: caroline@norteyouthcycling.org

Join us as we kick off our year-long celebration of a decade of engaging and empowering kids and communities. On hand will be Norte staff, Board members, coaches, and volunteers who shaped our organization through hard work, sweat equity, and plenty of miles on two wheels.

Long-time supporters, Silver Spruce Brewing Co., will release Ryed, a signature brew that marks the arrival of spring in northern Michigan. A dollar from every Ryed pint sold in May will be donated to Norte Youth Cycling.

Ride, walk, or roll to help us celebrate the hundreds of people who have made Norte the community-supported, community-focused organization its become today.

Join Norte and Munson Healthcare for a bike riding celebration! With Munson’s generous support, we will be giving away kid’s bike helmets to any kid who needs one. If your rider already has a helmet, come by to have the bike helmet’s fit assessed by an experienced rider. This is also an excellent opportunity to explore Norte’s Bike Library, where kids can borrow a bike, free of charge, for the summer and beyond.

Adults, we want you to come along for the ride. Our spring bike sale is happening at the same time, and it’s the perfect chance to find a used bike for a screaming deal!

Free Lids for Cyclin’ Kids & the Spring Yard Sale are both from 9:00 am-12:00 pm at the Norte Clubhouse, conveniently located at the south end of the Grand Traverse County Civic Center.

Coach orientation is an excellent way to learn how to effectively coach kids on bikes and what is expected as a coach for Norte. It’s so darn fun, this shindig is mandatory for new coaches! Returning coaches are encouraged to attend to share their personal experience and expertise.

New coaches will learn:

• how to check in their riders at the start of each practice

• how to lead and/or properly sweep a group ride

• where to find super helpful resources with instructional videos and more

• how to get paid (if it’s a paid position)

Coaches are encouraged to come with all their questions so we can enable you to feel confident and ready to roll in May!

Please RSVP so we can prepare enough seats at our new offices and bring enough Lacroix for all.

Coach orientation is an excellent way to learn how to effectively coach kids on bikes and what is expected as a coach for Norte. It’s so darn fun, this shindig is mandatory for new coaches! Returning coaches are encouraged to attend to share their personal experience and expertise.

New coaches will learn:

• how to check in their riders at the start of each practice

• how to lead and/or properly sweep a group ride

• where to find super helpful resources with instructional videos and more

• how to get paid (if it’s a paid position)

Coaches are encouraged to come with all their questions so we can enable you to feel confident and ready to roll in May!

Please RSVP so we can prepare enough seats at our new offices and bring enough Lacroix for all.

Learn how to make roadside and trailside repairs ahead of the spring riding season! We’ll cover things like flat repairs, broken chains, bent derailleurs and more. After this two-hour class, you’ll never have to walk out of the woods again!

Everyone will also get their fill of pizza from The Filling Station!

Grab your spot!