As an Iowa City transplant, Lily decided that she was going to throw herself into any opportunity that presented itself. “When I moved to Iowa City in 2021, I missed having an active community.” She quickly found that, and much more, through initiatives such as the Iowa City Bike Library’s Stay Cozy Winter Cycling program and weekly rides with the Gravel Scouts.
“Once I found the Gravel Scouts group, I was hooked. The gravel community here is so inclusive to riders of every level.”
Another thing she loves about Bike Iowa City? The fact that we have community groups for every skill level and type of biking. “We have groups such as the Iowa City Bike Library, Sugar Bottom Bikes Group Rides, the Gravel Scouts, and Bike to Work Breakfasts that really encourage outdoor activity and general health, and camaraderie with other community members.”
When did you first start biking?
I’ve been riding mountain bikes since 2020, but started gravel biking in March 2022!
Favorite place to ride in Bike Iowa City
I love biking up to Lake Macbride via Sugar Bottom Road
Favorite cycling event in Bike Iowa City
Core4 gravel race or the Gravel Scouts Monday Night Gravel rides
You're ready for some grub after a ride. Where will we find you?
Big Grove Brewery or a Casey’s gas station!
Bike organizations you're involved with
The Gravel Scouts, Iowa Gravel Gang, Johnson County Flyers, Bike Library
