Detroit Beer Week: October 11-20, 2012

Detroit Beer Week is scheduled for October 11-20, 2012.  I have never attended the event but am hoping that is an opportunity to savor some local brews.  My friends and I enjoyed a day on the lake this summer sampling Detroit brews.  We were definitely impressed.  

If you have been to the event, please let us know what you think.

Tour de Troit 2012

What is a 30 mile bike around Detroit with 2,500 riders?  Spectacular.   The ride through Mexican Town, Greenwich Village, Belle Isle, New Center and more provided a diverse view of Detroit.  The event was well orchestrated.  A definite must for next year.

About to start our journey

From MacArthur Bridge on way onto Belle Isle

Bikes resting while their rides enjoy the after party

Pausing for a photo

Girls' Day Biking in Detroit

My girlfriends and I met up in Detroit with our bikes and rode the Dequindre Cut from Gratiot to the riverwalk.  We took the opportunity to peek at the jazz fest and then gorge ourselves on some great food at Joe Muer in the Renaissance Center.

Great time!  Two things to note: First, there are not a lot of bike racks downtown. We did locate a few near Cobo.  Second, we went to Joe Muer in our biking clothes mid-afternoon but it is definitely worthy of a special occasion in a nice dress.  The food was excellent.

Bonus:  The parking on Gratiot is free and we snuck in some exercise while catching up.