The Carolina Tarwheels Bicycle Club

is a group of bicycle enthusiasts who organize social rides in Orange, Durham, Wake, Alamance, and Chatham counties of North Carolina. We promote the fun and challenge of cycling and advocate for cycling safety and bike-friendly policies in our communities. The Tarwheels are affiliated with the League of American Bicyclists (LAB). 

In August of each year, we sponsor Bikefest, an event drawing 800 cyclists to the beautiful rolling hills around Hillsborough. As a non-profit, some of our funds are donated to charitable causes related to cycling .

The Coghauler newsletter is available online and our ride calendar has all the information you need to join us on rides. New and beginning riders are welcome. We will help you with road safety and N.C. laws governing cycling with motorists and with many tips to make riding easier and safer.

Though most of our rides are for road bikes (skinny tires), we do sponsor a few mountain bike and off road rides. Some of our members volunteer to help children learn bike safety and participate on committees advocating for bike-friendly cities. On our calendar, you'll find weekday and weekend rides at all levels of paces and difficulty. Group rides are great fun and may include a stop for ice cream at Maple View Dairy or brunch at Weaver Street Market.

Please come out on a ride and consider becoming a Tarwheel!