Quiet Corner Bike Tour - Presented by the Thread City Cyclers | Chaplin, CT, United States

About the Event

Explore the quiet beauty of Eastern Connecticut on the 2026 Quiet Corner Bike Tour, presented by The Thread City Cyclers. This fully supported ride offers multiple routes that take you through picturesque country roads and charming small towns.
The century route will once again traverse Devil's Hopyard State Park’s scenic turns before continuing north to uncover more of the area’s hidden gems, culminating in a sweet treat at Wi-Li-Kit Ice Cream Stand. For those seeking shorter adventures, there are 64-mile, 40-mile, and 20-mile routes available, each offering rest stops with plenty of refreshments including water, sports drinks, snacks, home-baked treats, fruits, and more.
For a unique gravel experience, two new loops have been added this year: the 18-mile loop which shares some of its route with the Air Line Trail, and the popular 34-mile loop. Each rest stop is equipped with portable chemical toilets to ensure comfort during your ride.
The event begins at Edward Garrison Park in Chaplin CT (located at 495 Phoenixville Road), a scenic starting point that will host all rides until their conclusion. The 100-mile century ride kicks off at 8:00 AM, followed by the 34-mile gravel loop at 8:30 AM and the 64-mile route at 8:45 AM. The 40-mile and 20-mile routes start together at 9:00 AM.
Participants can expect a variety of food options along their journey, from packaged snacks to home-baked goodies, fruits, water, and sports drinks. At the park’s finish line, you’ll find fresh sandwiches, salads, chips, and more. On-call transport is available for those who need assistance getting back to the start/finish area.
New members can join The Thread City Cyclers at a discounted rate of $15 off their annual membership price of $30 by registering before July 12th. Online registration is limited to 200 participants, so secure your spot early!
For those who prefer not to plan ahead, on-site registration and check-in open from 7:00 AM, with century riders starting between 7:30 and 8:00 AM. All other rides commence between 8:00 and 9:00 AM.
If you have any questions or need additional information, feel free to contact [email protected] Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the best of Eastern Connecticut’s countryside on wheels!

Races Offered

18 Mile Gravel Loop Registration

Jul 26, 2026

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Distance — 29K

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$40.00

20 Mile Registration

Jul 26, 2026

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Distance — 32.2K

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$40.00

34 Mile Gravel Loop Registration

Jul 26, 2026

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Distance — 54.7K

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$40.00

40 Mile Registration

Jul 26, 2026

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Distance — 64.4K

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$40.00

64 Mile Registration

Jul 26, 2026

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Distance — 103K

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$40.00

Century Registration

Jul 26, 2026

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Distance — 160.9K

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$40.00

Half Price Thread City Cyclers membership with Quiet Corner Bike Tour registration. NEW MEMBERS ONLY

Jul 26, 2026

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Distance — Half Price Thread City Cyclers membership with Quiet Corner Bike Tour registration. NEW MEMBERS ONLY

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$15.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for July in Chaplin.

thermostat Temperature

18.8° / 28.0°

wb_sunny Feels like

19.7° / 29.2°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

11h 2m

water_drop Avg rainfall

4.7 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

9.3 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

High

terrain Course conditions

Hard and dry surface

sunny Max UV Index

Very High (8.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

80.2%

wb_twilight Sunrise

05:28

nightlight Sunset

20:19

About Chaplin

Learn more about the host city, Chaplin.

Chaplin is a town in Windham County, Connecticut, United States. The town is part of the Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region. The town was named for Deacon Benjamin Chaplin, an early settler. The population was 2,151 at the 2020 census.