The Johnson County Bicycle Club began as an offshoot of the Johnson County Outdoor Society in the late 1960s to promote safe recreational and social cycling. The club originally was a part of the Johnson County Parks and Recreation Department.  Seeking independence, the club became a separate entity in 1973. 

Today, the JCBC is strictly a recreational (non-racing) cycling club whose purpose is to promote bicycling safety, advocacy, and fellowship.  Although its roots and club name are centered about Johnson County, JCBC’s interests cover the greater Kansas City Metro and beyond. 

The club is governed by a board of directors who are elected annually by the membership, and they are funded by annual club dues, donations, and its 3 annual pay rides:

• Spring Classic
• Lonestar Century
• Cider Mill Century

At the end of each year, the board donates a significant potion of the club's funds to select local and national organizations in appreciation and support of their efforts to promote cycling in our area.  Here are just a few of the organizations that have received donations in the past:

• KanBikeWalk
• Missouri Bike Federation
• Kansas City Ghost Bikes
• Jake Clough Headstrong Foundation
• Johnson, Douglas, & Miami County Ham Radio Operators
• Friends of the Prairie Spirit Trail
• Kanza Rail Trails
• Major Taylor Cycling Club

Although this website is public, their paying members enjoy special privileges:

Get connected to your growing cycling community and join today!  It’s a great time to be a cyclist!