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BEMIDJI — Cyclists are invited to join Bike Bemidji in celebrating the start of summer at the 11th annual on Saturday, June 21.

The 17-mile route starts at South Shore Beach and loops around Lake Bemidji. Stops are set up along the way where participants can enjoy music, food, photo opportunities and fun at rest stops, including

There will be live music performances staggered throughout the day at various locations, including Ruttger's Birchmont Lodge, Lake Bemidji State Park and the Sanford Center.

The event will begin with a rolling start between 7:30 and 10 a.m. There will be reflective bike stickers available while supplies last.

For those who register before May 31, the cost is $10 per person ages 13 and older and $5 for those 12 and younger. Loop the Lake T-shirts cost $17 and are not available for purchase after May 31.

From June 1-19, the cost is $20 for ages 13 and older and $5 for 12 and younger.

For walk-up registrations on June 20 during check-in or on the day of the event, the cost is $30 for ages 13 and older and $10 for ages 12 and younger.

The registration cost includes food, music and photo ops along the scenic route. Event T-shirts are not included in the price of registration.

Loop the Lake merchandise is for sale during check-in and at the event.

Adaptive cyclists can make arrangements by contacting Diane Pittman at (218) 444-7172 or diane@truenorthbemidji.com. To rent an adult bike for the event, call Jamie at (218) 333-1857.

For more information or to register, email info@bikebemidji.com or visit