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  1. The NINTH World Naked Bike Ride (and skate) Chicago (WNBR-C9) will be the evening of Saturday June 9th 2012 somewhere in Chicago IL. Travel planning hints below.
  2. Location is not disclosed until days before based on experience to limit crowding of the creepy variety. Furthermore the announced location is only a check point where next directions are given to verifiable participants on bikes. If you plan to come just to look and hope to bluff your way in, make other plans.
    Check-In is traditionally after 6pm at The "O", 1025 W Randolph.
  3. Gathering is 6-8pm at undisclosed location. Body painting may be available, but line so long that coming pre-decorated is recommended. Read details. If you show up there without bike/skates, or with a camera, and say you didn't know or that someone said you could or feign language trouble, you will be laughed off premises.
  4. Ride is about 8pm-11pm. Route is not announced in advance, and maps are not guaranteed. Expect to follow guides, assume round trip. You MUST be capable of over a dozen miles of chilly urban biking.
  5. Recommended viewing point(s) for fans and spectators:
    Not announced yet for 2012.
  6. Participants bare-as-you-dare; anything from fanciful costumes to body paint to undies are encouraged.
  7. Remember the slogan: "Celebrating freedom from oil, and the beauty of people."
    Be nice to everyone, and leave no trace. If you can't do these don't come.
  8. This event is not for everyone. It is easiest for repeat participants, Chicago Critical Mass riders, and other able local cyclists and skaters. If you are distant or uncertain, please read details.
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