West Side
A cycling route starting in Chicago, Illinois, United States.
Overview
About this route
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- Duration
- 10.5 km
- Distance
- 8 m
- Ascent
- 8 m
- Descent
- ---
- Avg. speed
- ---
- Max. altitude
Route quality
Waytypes & surfaces along the route
Waytypes
Quiet road
4.8 km
(46 %)
Cycleway
4.2 km
(40 %)
Surfaces
Paved
9.1 km
(87 %)
Asphalt
4.6 km
(44 %)
Paved (undefined)
4.3 km
(41 %)
Route highlights
Points of interest along the route
Point of interest after 1.7 km
New Aldi and luxury condo building, currently under construction.
Point of interest after 1.8 km
The 606 in 2013, just before it was converted into a public-access trail. (Photo courtesy of SAIC)
Point of interest after 4.9 km
Abandoned warehouse at the western end of the 606 trail. When will it be renovated into expensive condos?
Point of interest after 5.8 km
An old building being gutted at the corner of St. Louis and Cortland.
Point of interest after 7.8 km
New luxury housing in Bucktown
Point of interest after 9.1 km
Infamously known as "The Crotch," this five-way intersection is unsafe for pedestrians, bikers, and cars alike.
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