CENTRAL LAKE — The inaugural Lakeview Adventure Poker Prix will bring cyclists together Oct. 4 for a noncompetitive ride through Northern Michigan’s scenic roads and trails while raising money for Chain of Lakes Relay For Life.

According to a Sept. 17 news release, the event features three routes — 60, 30 and 15 miles — that wind along farm and seasonal roads, two-tracks and short stretches of single track between the Chain of Lakes and Grand Traverse Bay.

Riders collect playing cards at five checkpoints along each course and a wild card at a sixth checkpoint to build a poker hand. The best hand wins, with luck — not speed — determining the winner.

Participants also must photograph multiple lakes for their cards to be entered into the competition.

A prize will be awarded for the best p

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