C4 Preferred Store Stops

Have you ever been on a long bike ride and pulled into a store to use the restroom -- but you felt you had to buy something for the privilege?  Or you were told the restrooms weren’t working? We’ve all been there.

Wouldn’t it be great to know you were entering a bike-friendly business? C4 has established a “Preferred Store Stop” program to identify convenience stores, gas stations, and restaurants that welcome cyclists.  C4 representatives have visited establishments along our regular routes, explained the benefits cyclists bring to the local economy, and asked if they would be good providers to us. We look for three criteria:

1. Beverages and food/snacks for sale;
2. Cyclists welcome to use restrooms without purchase; and
3. A welcoming environment.

To identify these stores, we have placed our “Preferred Store Stop” decal on the front door of each location, created the interactive map here, and included photos of many of these businesses below.

When you stop in, let these merchants know you appreciate their participation and friendship with our club.