🏍️ Ride with Purpose Dinner Ride to Traks Bar & Grill – Sunday, July 20, 2025

Make your miles count. On Sunday, July 20, 2025, riders from all corners of Michigan will roll out for the Ride with Purpose Dinner Ride—a scenic, community-focused journey ending with a hearty meal at Brethren’s legendary Traks Bar & Grill. If you’ve been craving fresh air, Northern Michigan backroads, and great food with fellow enthusiasts, this ride belongs on your summer calendar.

📍 About Traks Bar & Grill

Address: 5073 High Bridge Rd, Brethren, MI 49619
Phone: (231) 477‑5944
Hours (Sunday): Noon–8:00 PM

Traks is the kind of place where everybody feels like a regular. Expect:

• Generous portions of American comfort food—burgers, broasted chicken, hand-cut fries
• Two pool tables, a jukebox with thousands of songs, and all major sports on HD screens
• Friendly, fast service that keeps riders coming back
• Plenty of bike parking in a big gravel lot with easy pull-in access

One of the main attractions is the Big Yeti Burger, a towering feast that dares you to finish every bite. If you’re not feeling that ambitious, you’ll find plenty of classic sandwiches, pizzas, and lighter fare.

🌄 Ride Experience

Kickstands up: 12:00 PM
Meet-up time: 11:30 AM (exact location announced by Ride with Purpose organizers)

Route Highlights:

• A scenic 1.5–2 hour ride north, weaving past lakes, rolling farmland, and shaded forest stretches
• Casual group pace—perfect for newer riders as well as veterans
• Optional photo stops along backroads with postcard-worthy views
• The freedom to peel off early if you need a shorter day

Who Should Come:

• Solo riders looking to connect
• Couples or friends out for a Sunday adventure
• Anyone who believes motorcycles build community

🍔 What You’ll Find at Traks

Traks isn’t just a stop—it’s a destination. After your ride, settle in for:

• Famous broasted chicken dinners (especially popular Sundays)
• Loaded burgers and sandwiches
• Cold draft beers and craft bottles
• A laid-back atmosphere with lots of local color
• The chance to relax, laugh, and share road stories

🗺️ Make a Full Day of It

If you’re coming all the way to Brethren, consider adding a few detours:

Tippy Dam Recreation Area: Just 10 minutes west, this scenic spot on the Manistee River is perfect for stretching your legs or taking photos.

Pere Marquette State Forest: Explore gravel spurs and trailheads—some of the best riding in the region.

Cooley Bridge: A quiet place to watch the water and clear your head before heading home.

Manistee: 20 miles west, this Lake Michigan town has beaches, a historic downtown, and breweries if you want to extend your ride.

⭐ Why You Shouldn’t Miss It

✅ The ride is all about purpose—supporting each other, supporting local business, and enjoying life on two wheels.
✅ The destination is a North Michigan staple, with generous food and a warm welcome for bikers.
✅ The route is one of the prettiest in the state, with just enough twisties to keep it interesting.
✅ It’s low-pressure—no tickets, no fees, no rules besides respect and safety.

🛡️ Rider Tips

• Arrive fueled up and ready—gas stations thin out north of Cadillac.
• Bring cash for food and tips—though cards are accepted.
• Pack sunglasses, sunscreen, and a light jacket.
• Ride staggered, keep an eye on the person behind you, and enjoy the journey.

📣 Mark Your Calendar

Sunday, July 20, 2025
Meet-up: 11:30 AM
Kickstands up: Noon
Arrival at Traks: Mid-afternoon

Whether you’re in it for the ride, the meal, or the memories, this is the perfect way to spend a summer Sunday. Make it the ride you talk about all season.