Ride Calendar

 

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Standard Listing Calendar | Grouped List

 February 2012 

  • February 310:00AM
    Fri February 3, 2012 - Friday Frolic -- Jenkintown to Plymouth Meeting

    Level C+/B-, 13-15 mph, 35 miles. Whole Foods Market in Jenkintown, Baederwood Shopping Center on The Fairway, far end of parking lot near high-rise. The ride leaves at 10:00 am. Encore presentation of the "Whole Foods Double-Header" route, from Jenkintown to Plymouth Meeting and back, via pretty, residential neighborhoods like Glenside, Oreland and Blue Bell. Terrain is mostly rolling with some brisk climbs, but we will stop to regroup as needed. Indoor rest stop at the Whole Foods Market in Plymouth Meeting at the half-way point. Cue sheets will be available.
    Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862

  • February 48:30AM
    Sat February 4, 2012 - Hike the AT (The Pinnacle)

    Hike hike, 2 - 3 mph, 8 to 9 miles. Upper Dublin HS, 800 Loch Alsh Ave, Fort Washington, PA. The hike leaves at 8:30 am. Hike to a panoramic view of the Blue Mountains, considered by many to be the best view from the Appalachian Trail in PA. Meet at UDHS to car pool to the trail head at the Hamburg reservoir. (Near Hawk Mt.) Bring water and food for a hearty snack while we enjoy the view. Optional side trip to Cabelas and/or restaurant afterwards. Recommended: Sturdy footwear, a day pack and dress in layers. (I have a couple of loaner day packs if you need one.)
    Leader: Stephen A. Muth, , 215-692-3585

  • February 49:00AM
    Sat February 4, 2012 - Valley Forge Winter Ride - Saturday Edition

    Level B, 14 mph, 35 miles. Meet at Valley Forge National Park - Betzwood Picnic Area (by bathrooms). The ride leaves at 9:00 am. Every Sunday thru March for a ride from Valley Forge to Kimberton. Indoor coffee break at the Kimberton Wholefoods in Kimberton. Plan is to be back in VF by noon.
    Leader: Richard L. Wagner, , 267-738-6405

  • February 410:00AM
    Sat February 4, 2012 - Saturday C+ Ride

    Level C+, 13-14.5 mph, 44 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 10:00 am. We're riding to Amber: BCP Philly to Ambler Ride - Toto's Cafe Bring money for a snack. Cue sheets will not be available.
    Leader: Andy Karpinski, , 484-222-0379

  • February 410:00AM
    Sat February 4, 2012 - Delightful, Delicious D (and D+/C-) Ride, Saturday Edition

    Level D/D+/C-, 8-13 mph, 19-24 miles. Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 10:00 am. Anyone for hot coffee, tea, or cocoa, mixed with warm conversation? Let's head west/NW toward the Main Line, at an easy, relaxed pace, in search of a welcoming cafe. We will climb a few hills here & there, but slow & gentle climbing (or walking up hills) is perfectly fine on this ride. We'll stop to regroup as often as needed. Cue sheets will be provided, but the route can be adjusted as needed. Ride is cancelled in the event of rain/snow/ice/slick roads, or if the temperature at start time is less than 28 deg F. PLEASE CONTACT the LEADER AHEAD of TIME, if you plan to join this ride. Also, please contact the Leader if you have questions, e.g., proper layers of clothing. Preregistering (click on the "Preregister" link here) is not required, but will save you time at the ride start. Cue sheets will be available.
    Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862

  • February 410:00AM
    Sat February 4, 2012 - MontCo Meander

    Level C+, 13-14 mph, 40 +/- miles. Ft. Washington St. Park Hawk Watch Parking Lot. The ride leaves at 10:00 am. Join me as we meander around Montgomery County a bit before heading down to the Norristown Farm Park and the Schuylkill River Trail and then heading back to the start. Quick bathroom/water break en route, no sit down lunch this time. Other than our time on the SRT, its mostly rolling hills with a few short climbs. Enter park from either Joshua Ave. north of Stenton Ave. or Militia Hill off Skippack Pike. Cue sheets will be available.
    Leader: Howard Hochheiser, , 215-913-3246

  • February 59:00AM
    Sun February 5, 2012 - Valley Forge Winter Ride - Sunday Edition

    Level B, 14 mph, 35 miles. Meet at Valley Forge National Park - Betzwood Picnic Area (by bathrooms). The ride leaves at 9:00 am. Every Sunday thru March for a ride from Valley Forge to Harleysville. Indoor coffee break at the Hennings Market in Harleysville. Plan is to be back in VF by noon. Cue sheets will be available.
    Leader: Richard L. Wagner, , 267-738-6405

  • February 59:15AM
    Sun February 5, 2012 - Philly to Devon

    Level C+/B-, 13-14.5 mph, 49 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 9:15 am. Who's ready for some hills? We'll take a hilly route from Philly to the Whole Foods in Devon. After a short rest stop, we'll take a nearly as hilly route back to Philly. No one will be dropped. Cue sheets will not be available.
    Leader: Andy Karpinski, , 484-222-0379

  • February 59:30AM
    Sun February 5, 2012 - Hike the Wissahickon

    Hike Hike, 3 +/- mph, 6 +/- miles. Meet at Bruno's, Northwestern and Germantown Aves. The hike leaves at 9:30 am. Join us as we hike the trails of the beautiful Wissahickon gorge. A flat option available for part of the hike. Optional lunch afterward. Well behaved 2 and 4 legged hikers welcome. Please arrive early so we can start timely.
    Leaders: Howard Hochheiser, , 215-913-3246 and Chris Beetham, , 802-233-5629 

  • February 512:00PM
    Sun February 5, 2012 - Sunny Sunday Afternoon D Ride

    Level D, 10-12 mph, 16-20 miles. Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 12:00 pm. This is a ride for those new to cycling or needing an introduction to group riding. We will ramble in the Fairmount park area, with a few hills to keep the legs honest. We will not drop anyone and cue sheets are not necessary.
    Leader: Christopher Allan Shelton, , 484-557-8627

  • February 512:15PM
    Sun February 5, 2012 - Sunday C Spin Off

    Level C, 25-35 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 12:15 pm. A friendly C ride which cheerfully waits to regroup. All welcome. Usually 25 - 35 miles, usually with a lunch or snack stop.
    Leader: Ben Sears, , 215-844-3784

  • February 51:15PM
    Sun February 5, 2012 - Sunday Afternoon Winter Ramble, Pre-Super Bowl Special (ad-hoc ride)

    Level C+/B-, 13-15 mph, 29 miles. Meet at Bruno's, Northwestern and Germantown Aves. The ride leaves at 1:15 pm. Sunday's weather is predicted to be sunny, with afternoon highs around 45 degrees. This 29-mile loop from Chestnut Hill to Haverford, returning via Villanova and Conshohocken, will help to burn some calories, in case you've got a Super Bowl party on Sunday evening with lots of good eats. Terrain is rolling, with a couple of brisk, long climbs, but we will stop to regroup as needed. (Elevation gain 2300 ft.) Indoor rest break in Haverford at mile 17. Please make sure that your bike is ready (tires inflated, etc.) before starting time, and bring lights, just in case we are delayed on our return. (Fortunately, daylight is gradually getting longer!) Plan is to be back by ~4:30pm. Cue sheets will be available.
    Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862

  • February 610:00AM
    Mon February 6, 2012 - Bruno's to Skippack (ad-hoc ride)

    Level C/C+, 13+/- mph, 35-40 miles. Meet at Bruno's, Northwestern and Germantown Aves. The ride leaves at 10:00 am. Join me for a sunny ride with on rolling terrain with a couple of longer climbs. Food stop in Skippack at half way point. Emails that you are coming are appreciated. My cell phone # is 267-210-5337 Cue sheets will not be available.
    Leader: Jeff Bakely, , 267-210-5337

  • February 76:00PM
    Tue February 7, 2012 - Conshy Night Lights -- post season (ad-hoc ride)

    Level B, 14-17 mph, 25 miles. Jacobs Engineering Lot - Ash St., Conshohocken (behind Marriott). The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Join Paul Gavlick and me to get some some miles in our legs before spring. Usual route to the Art Museum and back via SRT, Main St in Manayunk, and Kelly Drive trail. Arrive at 6 for a 6:15 roll out. Headlight and taillight required.
    Leader: Stephen A. Muth, , 215-692-3585

  • February 76:30PM
    Tue February 7, 2012 - MTB on the Pennypack Trails

    Level C+/B-, 9-12 miles. Meet at Pennypack Park Pine Rd. entrance. The ride leaves at 6:30 pm. Come enjoy the great outdoors (without cars) after dark! Lights and a trail permit are required (go to www.fairmountpark.org/TrailPermits.asp to purchase a permit). We ride off-road on dirt trails for approximately 1-1/2 hours. Depending on the predicted weather and/or trail conditions, the ride may be cancelled or rescheduled for another evening. Additionally, the ride will occasionally take place at Wissahickon Park. Check the Ride Calendar for changes/updates. Call or e-mail to confirm that the ride is on, and the location.
    Leader: Chris Beetham, , 802-233-5629

  • February 119:00AM
    Sat February 11, 2012 - Valley Forge Winter Ride - Saturday Edition

    Level B, 14 mph, 35 miles. Meet at Valley Forge National Park - Betzwood Picnic Area (by bathrooms). The ride leaves at 9:00 am. Every Sunday thru March for a ride from Valley Forge to Kimberton. Indoor coffee break at the Kimberton Wholefoods in Kimberton. Plan is to be back in VF by noon. Cue sheets will be available.
    Leader: Richard L. Wagner, , 267-738-6405

  • February 119:00AM
    Sat February 11, 2012 - Pennypack Park bike path ride

    Level D, 10 mph, 40 miles. Penn Treaty Park, N. Delaware Ave and N Beach St. Just North of Frankford Ave and N. Delaware Ave. The ride leaves at 9:00 am. Ride up the River Wards of Philadelphia to very beiginning of the Pennypack Park on the Delaware River. From there we will cycle the entire paved bicycle path from State Road to Pine Road, then cycle back thru Rhawnherst, old industrial Frankford and Frankford Ave known in the colonial days as the King's Highway back to Fishtown. Rain or snow one hour before start or if there is snow on the streets cancels ride. Please note cold or real feel temp does not cancel. Cue sheets will not be available.
    Leader: Tim Carey, , 267-414-9037

  • February 119:00AM
    Sat February 11, 2012 - MLC Saturday Brisk Ride (ad-hoc ride)

    Level B+, 15-17 mph, 40+ miles. Meet at Main Line Cycles back parking lot, Narberth, PA. The ride leaves at 9:00 am. Lots of great roads. Mostly rolling hills with a few climbs. Speed determined by the group. We head out through Penn Valley and Rosemont. Then through Radnor towards Paoli to Waynesborough Country Club. South towards Newtown Square and back through Villanova, Gladwyne, Belmont Hills and Bala Cynwyd. No one gets dropped. Brief stop halfway at Kirkwood Preserve. Bring a snack if you want one. Rain or snow cancels. Cue sheets will not be available.
    Leaders: Jeff Diacik, , 215-783-8537 and Derek Barnes, , 610-246-3917 

  • February 1110:00AM
    Sat February 11, 2012 - CANCELLED Saturday C+ Ride. True C+ Pace

    Level C+, 13-14 mph, 45 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 10:00 am. This Saturday we ride to Ambler. Cue sheets for the Ambler ride can be found in the BCP Cue Sheet Library at http://phillybikeclub.org/newbcp/doc/rides/Ride-to-Toto's-AmblerCaffe-v3.pdf . We'll keep a steady pace and effort (rolling speed on flat terrain 15 - 16 mph). Bring money for a snack. To speed up the lunch stop, we will take and CALL IN ORDERS for prepared food/sandwiches from Toto's at the mid-point of the ride. Friday 9.00 p.m. forecast of 50 percent plus for rain between 8:00 a.m. and noon, or wet roads at 8.00 a.m. Saturday, cancel ride. Cue sheets will be available.
    Leader: Bill Boone, , 215-620-9730

  • February 129:00AM
    Sun February 12, 2012 - CANCELLED Valley Forge Winter Ride - Sunday Edition

    Level B, 14 mph, 35 miles. Meet at Valley Forge National Park - Betzwood Picnic Area (by bathrooms). The ride leaves at 9:00 am. Every Sunday thru March for a ride from Valley Forge to Harleysville. Indoor coffee break at the Hennings Market in Harleysville. Plan is to be back in VF by noon.
    Leader: Richard L. Wagner, , 267-738-6405

  • February 129:00AM
    Sun February 12, 2012 - CANCELLED Le Bus to Le Bus (ad-hoc ride)

    Level C+/B-, 13-14 mph, 30 miles. LeBus Restaurant at 4266 Main Street. The ride leaves at 9:00 am. This ride will start at the LeBus Restaurant in Manayunk and head to the LeBus bakery in King of Prussia area where we'll break for a delicious snack. We will head out on nice Main Line roads, stop briefly at the bakery a little more than 1/2 way through, and then head back to Manayunk via the SRT. First half is hilly, second half is much less so, so will keep a steady pace back to Manayunk and return 12-12:30. No one will be dropped and we will regroup as needed. Free parking on Main Street on Sundays. Cue sheets will be available.
    Leader: Katie Eberhart, , 215-868-5425

  • February 129:30AM
    Sun February 12, 2012 - Hike the Wissahickon

    Hike All hikers, 3-4 mph, 5-7 miles. Chestnut Hill Coffee, 8620 Germantown Ave (across from the former Borders Bookstore at Germantown & Bethlehem Pike). The hike leaves at 9:30 am. Let's enjoy climbing some trails in Valley Green, to burn off some calories after last night's Banquet dinner. There will be a flat option available for part of the hike. From the meeting point, we'll walk a few blocks through residential streets in Chestnut Hill, to access the trail on Crefeld St. Well-behaved canine hikers are warmly welcome to join us. Optional group lunch after the hike -- there are a variety of nearby places to eat.
    Leaders: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862 and Faith Goldstein, , 215.260.0524 

  • February 1210:00AM
    Sun February 12, 2012 - CANCELLED Sunday HopScotch C Ride

    Level C, 14 mph, 56 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 10:00 am. This is your stress-free, car-free, alternative mellow mileage ride! This is a ride for those who have gotten in shape for longer distances. Sweep is available to help with mechanicals; nobody will be dropped. We take the Schuylkill River Trail (SRT) out to Phoenixville, where we will settle in for an unhurried lunch with a nice hot beverage. Each half of the ride is 28 miles, which may seem a lot, but these are flat, car-free miles that pass very quickly. We ride as a group to the SRT trailhead, where individuals familiar with the trail may ride ahead at their own pace, but we'll regroup in Norristown at the Transportation Center. Unhurried lunch will be at the Steel City Coffee House. We should be able to be back in Philly by 3:15 pm. One rule: have fun! Ride may be canceled depending on the predicted weather and/or trail conditions. Check the website for changes and updates. Call or e-mail to confirm that the ride is on.
    Leader: Craig Attig, , 267-475-5261

  • February 1212:00PM
    Sun February 12, 2012 - CANCELLED Sunny Sunday Afternoon D Ride

    Level D, 10-12 mph, 15-25 miles. Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 12:00 pm. Ride for those new to cycling, or getting in shape for longer distances. Generally, we will ramble in the Fairmount Park area, getting in a hill or two to keep the legs honest. Rain, Snow, or Temps below freezing cancels the ride. We will stay together, no rider left behind. Contact the ride leader with questions Cue sheets will not be available.
    Leader: Dennis M. Schilling, , 215-677-0291

  • February 1212:15PM
    Sun February 12, 2012 - CANCELLED Sunday C Spin Off

    Level C, 25-35 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 12:15 pm. A friendly C ride which cheerfully waits to regroup. All welcome. Usually 25 - 35 miles, usually with a lunch or snack stop.
    Leader: Tom Witt, , 215-665-5578

  • February 121:15PM
    Sun February 12, 2012 - CANCELLED Sunday Afternoon Winter Ramble (ad-hoc ride)

    Level C+/B-, 13-15 mph, 29-30 miles. Meet at Bruno's, Northwestern and Germantown Aves. The ride leaves at 1:15 pm. This scenic loop from Chestnut Hill to Warminster and Huntingdon Valley, returning via Willow Grove, will get us warmed up. Terrain is rolling, with a couple of brisk climbs, but we will stop to regroup as needed. (Elevation gain is ~1800 ft.) Indoor rest break at a deli or coffee shop at mile 16. Please make sure that your bike is ready (tires inflated, etc.) before starting time, and bring lights, just in case we are delayed on our return. (Fortunately, daylight is gradually getting longer!) Plan is to return by ~4:30pm. Cue sheets will be available.
    Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862

  • February 146:30PM
    Tue February 14, 2012 - CANCELLED MTB on the Pennypack Trails

    Level C+/B-, 9-12 miles. Meet at Pennypack Park Pine Rd. entrance. The ride leaves at 6:30 pm. Come enjoy the great outdoors (without cars) after dark! Lights and a trail permit are required (go to www.fairmountpark.org/TrailPermits.asp to purchase a permit). We ride off-road on dirt trails for approximately 1-1/2 hours. Depending on the predicted weather and/or trail conditions, the ride may be cancelled or rescheduled for another evening. Additionally, the ride will occasionally take place at Wissahickon Park. Check the Ride Calendar for changes/updates. Call or e-mail to confirm that the ride is on, and the location.
    Leader: Chris Beetham, , 802-233-5629

  • February 1510:00AM
    Wed February 15, 2012 - Mid-morning, Mid-week, Mid-month Ride.

    Level C, 12 mph, 15 to 25 miles. Cosmic Cafe, #1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Drive.. The ride leaves at 10:00 am. Mid-morning (10am), Mid-week (Wednesday). Leisurely ride in and around the City of Philly. Sometimes just in Fairmount Park, sometimes down to the Navy Yard (we can get in on weekdays), sometimes to the donut shop in Bridgeport, sometimes wherever you request that morning at the start! This is a recurring, once-a-mid-month ride. Rain or snow one hour before start or if there is snow on the streets cancels ride. Please note cold or real feel temp does not cancel. Cue sheets will not be available.
    Leaders: Anthony Broomell, , 610-803-3017 and Tim Carey, , 267-414-9037 

  • February 156:00PM
    Wed February 15, 2012 - Conshy Night Lights -- Getting Ready for Spring (ad-hoc ride)

    Level B, 14-17 mph, 25 miles. Jacobs Engineering Parking Lot, Ash Street, Conshohocken (behind Marriott). The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Join Paul Gavlick and me for a chance to get some miles in our legs before Spring. Meet at 6 for prompt 6:15 start to the Art Museum and back. We'll keep a steady and moderate pace that suits the group. No one dropped, re-group as needed. Headlight and taillight required.
    Leader: Stephen A. Muth, , 215-692-3585

  • February 1710:00AM
    Fri February 17, 2012 - Friday Frolic -- French and Pickering Creeks

    Level C+, 13-14 mph, 35 miles. Betzwood picnic/restrooms area of Valley Forge National Park, next to the Schuylkill River Trail. The ride leaves at 10:00 am. Scenic loop through part of Chester County, exploring peaceful roads and pretty landscapes. Terrain is "B" level (rolling-to-hilly with some brisk climbs), but we will ride at a C+ pace, and stop to regroup as needed. Indoor rest stop at the mid-way point. Cue sheets will be available.
    Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862

  • February 189:00AM
    Sat February 18, 2012 - Tyler State Park, Bucks County

    Level C, 12 mph, 45 miles. Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 9:00 am. Experience the joys of cycling from city to country. Heading through the Greater Northeast to Bustleton and into Bucks County at Street Road. On to Newtown, a Quaker town in the country. Then one loop around Tyler State Park. Return by the higher route and Chresson Valley. Rain or snow one hour before start, or if there is snow on the streets, cancels ride. Please note: cold or "real-feel" temp does not cancel. Cue sheets will not be available.
    Leader: Tim Carey, , 267-414-9037

  • February 189:00AM
    Sat February 18, 2012 - Valley Forge Winter Ride - Saturday Edition

    Level B, 14 mph, 35 miles. Meet at Valley Forge National Park - Betzwood Picnic Area (by bathrooms). The ride leaves at 9:00 am. Every Sunday thru March for a ride from Valley Forge to Kimberton. Indoor coffee break at the Kimberton Wholefoods in Kimberton. Plan is to be back in VF by noon.
    Leader: Richard L. Wagner, , 267-738-6405

  • February 189:00AM
    Sat February 18, 2012 - Le Bus to Le Bus (ad-hoc ride)

    Level C+/B-, 13-14 mph, 30 miles. LeBus Restaurant at 4266 Main Street. The ride leaves at 9:00 am. This ride will start at the LeBus Restaurant in Manayunk and head to the LeBus bakery in King of Prussia area where we'll break for a delicious snack. We will head out on nice Main Line roads, stop briefly at the bakery a little more than 1/2 way through, and then head back to Manayunk via the SRT. First half is hilly, second half is much less so, so will keep a steady pace back to Manayunk and return 12-12:30. No one will be dropped and we will regroup as needed. Ride to the ride, park off Main Street, or use the Manayunk movie theater for parking. Cue sheets will be available.
    Leader: Katie Eberhart, , 215-868-5425

  • February 189:30AM
    Sat February 18, 2012 - BCP's Fourth Annual Wellness Retreat (Indoor event, NOT a ride)

    Level ALL classes Cornerstone Health & Fitness and the Tree House retreat center, New Hope, PA. The ride leaves at 9:30 am. Ready for spring cycling? It's not that far away. Day-long program of fitness, nutrition, relaxation, and pampering. Light breakfast, circuit fitness class for cardio & strength, Pilates for abdominals & lower body, healthy lunch with an informal nutrition presentation, Spinning, and restorative yoga to wind down and stretch out. At the end of the day, optional massages will be available to those who would like some soothing, post-exercise therapy for their muscles. Details, registration & payment form are available at: http://phillybikeclub.org/newbcp/events/SpringWellness/springwellness2012.htm. (The link for this event is on the right side of home page.) Preregistration and payment are required, due to limited number of spaces. Cost is $59/person for the whole day. Please contact the Leader with any questions.
    Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862

  • February 189:30AM
    Sat February 18, 2012 - Around Scenic Kimberton

    Level C, 10-12 mph, 25-ish miles. Empty Supermarket lot, Rte 113 & Pothouse Rd, Phoenixville. . The ride leaves at 9:30 am. Meet at empty supermarket lot at Maple Lawn Shopping Center, Kimberton Rd (Rte 113) & Pothouse Rd, Phoenixville. Unrushed C pace. 3 covered bridges, a 19th Century Artists' Colony and a Civil War hospital all on very scenic rural roads. Rolling hills. Cue sheets will be available.
    Leader: Steve Shelly, , 484-433-4041

  • February 1810:00AM
    Sat February 18, 2012 - Saturday C+ Ride

    Level C+, 13-14 mph, 40-50 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 10:00 am. Note: Time change for the cold weather. Frequently we ride to Ambler, but we may ride to other locations such as North Wales or Devon. Cue sheets for the Ambler ride and the North Wales ride can be found in the BCP Cue Sheet Library at BCP Philly to Ambler Ride - Toto's Cafe and BCP North Wales Ride. We'll keep a steady pace and effort (rolling speed on flat terrain 15-16 mph). Bring money for a snack. A forecast on Friday at 9:00 pm calling for 50% or greater chance of rain on Saturday between 8:00 am and noon, or wet roads on Saturday at 8:00 am, will cancel the ride. Check the website for up-to-date information.
    Leader: Sam Wiley, , 215-514-4242

  • February 199:00AM
    Sun February 19, 2012 - Valley Forge Winter Ride - Sunday Edition

    Level B, 14 mph, 35 miles. Meet at Valley Forge National Park - Betzwood Picnic Area (by bathrooms). The ride leaves at 9:00 am. Every Sunday thru March for a ride from Valley Forge to Harleysville. Indoor coffee break at the Hennings Market in Harleysville. Plan is to be back in VF by noon.
    Leader: Richard L. Wagner, , 267-738-6405

  • February 199:00AM
    Sun February 19, 2012 - CANCELLED Le Bus to Le Bus (ad-hoc ride)

    Level C+/B-, 13-14 mph, 30 miles. LeBus Restaurant at 4266 Main Street. The ride leaves at 9:00 am. This ride will start at the LeBus Restaurant in Manayunk and head to the LeBus bakery in King of Prussia area where we'll break for a delicious snack. We will head out on nice Main Line roads, stop briefly at the bakery a little more than 1/2 way through, and then head back to Manayunk via the SRT. First half is hilly, second half is much less so, so will keep a steady pace back to Manayunk and return 12-12:30. No one will be dropped and we will regroup as needed. Free parking on Main Street on Sundays. Cue sheets will be available.
    Leader: Katie Eberhart, , 215-868-5425

  • February 199:30AM
    Sun February 19, 2012 - Hike the Wissahickon

    Hike hike, 5-7 miles miles. Valley Green Inn. The hike leaves at 9:30 am. Join us as we explore trails in the beautiful Wissahickon gorge. Flat options available for parts of the hike. Well-behaved 4-legged friends welcome. Hiking boots recommended. Optional lunch at a local eatery afterward.
    Leaders: Debbie Hoellein, , 215-833-5545 and James R. McClory, , (609) 513-1714 

  • February 1912:00PM
    Sun February 19, 2012 - Sunny Sunday Afternoon D Ride

    Level D, 10-12 mph, 15-25 miles. Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 12:00 pm. Ride for those new to cycling, or getting in shape for longer distances. Generally, we will ramble in the Fairmount Park area, getting in a hill or two to keep the legs honest. Rain, Snow, or Temps below freezing cancels the ride. We will stay together, no rider left behind. Contact the ride leader with questions Cue sheets will not be available.
    Leader: Bonnie Prest-Thal, , 718-344-2977

  • February 1912:15PM
    Sun February 19, 2012 - Sunday C Spin Off

    Level C, 25-35 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 12:15 pm. A friendly C ride which cheerfully waits to regroup. All welcome. Usually 25 - 35 miles, usually with a lunch or snack stop.
    Leader: Chuck Martin, , 215-923-1887

  • February 191:15PM
    Sun February 19, 2012 - Sunday Afternoon Winter Ramble -- Chestnut Hill to Huntingdon Valley (ad-hoc ride)

    Level C+/B-, 13-15 mph, 29-30 miles. Meet at Bruno's, Northwestern and Germantown Aves. The ride leaves at 1:15 pm. Sunday the 19th should have much better riding weather than this past Sunday! This scenic loop from Chestnut Hill to Warminster and Huntingdon Valley, returning via Willow Grove, will get us warmed up. Terrain is rolling, with a couple of brisk climbs, but we will stop to regroup as needed. (Elevation gain is ~1800 ft.) Indoor rest break at a deli or coffee shop at mile 16. Please make sure that your bike is ready (tires inflated, etc.) before starting time, and bring lights, just in case we are delayed on our return. (Fortunately, daylight is gradually getting longer!) Plan is to return by ~4:30pm. Cue sheets will be available.
    Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862

  • February 216:00PM
    Tue February 21, 2012 - Conshy Night Lights -- Getting Ready for Spring (ad-hoc ride)

    Level B, 14-17 mph, 25+/- miles. Jacobs Engineering Parking Lot, Ash Street, Conshohocken (behind Marriott). The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Join Paul Gavlick and me for a chance to get some miles in our legs before Spring. Meet at 6 for prompt 6:15 start to the Art Museum and back. We'll keep a steady and moderate pace that suits the group. No one dropped, re-group as needed. Headlight and taillight required.
    Leader: Stephen A. Muth, , 215-692-3585

  • February 216:30PM
    Tue February 21, 2012 - MTB on the Pennypack Trails

    Level C+/B-, 9-12 miles. Meet at Pennypack Park Pine Rd. entrance. The ride leaves at 6:30 pm. Come enjoy the great outdoors (without cars) after dark! Lights and a trail permit are required (go to www.fairmountpark.org/TrailPermits.asp to purchase a permit). We ride off-road on dirt trails for approximately 1-1/2 hours. Depending on the predicted weather and/or trail conditions, the ride may be cancelled or rescheduled for another evening. Additionally, the ride will occasionally take place at Wissahickon Park. Check the Ride Calendar for changes/updates. Call or e-mail to confirm that the ride is on, and the location.
    Leader: Chris Beetham, , 802-233-5629

  • February 2210:00AM
    Wed February 22, 2012 - 60 Degrees in February (ad-hoc ride)

    Level C, 12-13 mph, 38-45 miles. Meet at Bruno's, Northwestern and Germantown Aves. The ride leaves at 10:00 am. Moderately hilly ride to Devon or Paoli. Food stop at a restaurant or Whole Foods Marker. Easy return. Please email me if you intend to join us. My cell for morning of the ride is 267-210-5337 Cue sheets will not be available.
    Leader: Jeff Bakely, , 267-210-5337

  • February 2310:00AM
    Thu February 23, 2012 - Warm weather ride to West Point (ad-hoc ride)

    Level C+, 13-14 mph, 38 miles. Ft. Washington St. Park Hawk Watch Parking Lot. The ride leaves at 10:00 am. Yet another warm day - and so far showers are no longer in the forecast (fingers crossed). If you have the time, stretch your legs with me on a low key ride; some hills, nothing steep. Will regroup as needed. Quick stop in W. Point for pizza (or other food) just after the half way point. Enter park from either Joshua Ave. north of Stenton Ave. or Militia Hill off Skippack Pike. Cue sheets will be available.
    Leader: Howard Hochheiser, , 215-913-3246

  • February 236:00PM
    Thu February 23, 2012 - Flourtown Night Lights (ad-hoc ride)

    Level B, 13-15 mph, 22 +/- miles. Meet at Flourtown Shopping Center. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Let's take advantage of the warm temps to get in a few night miles on some familiar roads. Meet at 6 for prompt 6:15 departure. We'll keep a steady and moderate pace that suits the group. No one dropped, re-group as needed. Headlight and taillight required.
    Leader: Stephen A. Muth, , 215-692-3585

  • February 259:00AM
    Sat February 25, 2012 - Valley Forge Winter Ride - Saturday Edition

    Level B, 14 mph, 35 miles. Meet at Valley Forge National Park - Betzwood Picnic Area (by bathrooms). The ride leaves at 9:00 am. Every Sunday thru March for a ride from Valley Forge to Kimberton. Indoor coffee break at the Kimberton Wholefoods in Kimberton. Plan is to be back in VF by noon.
    Leader: Richard L. Wagner, , 267-738-6405

  • February 259:00AM
    Sat February 25, 2012 - MLC Saturday Brisk Ride (ad-hoc ride)

    Level B+, 15-17 mph, 40 miles. Meet at Main Line Cycles back parking lot, Narberth, PA. The ride leaves at 9:00 am. Lots of great roads. Mostly rolling hills with a few climbs. Speed determined by the group. We head out through Penn Valley and Rosemont. Then through Radnor towards Paoli to Waynesborough Country Club. South towards Newtown Square and back through Villanova, Gladwyne, Belmont Hills and Bala Cynwyd. No one gets dropped. Brief stop halfway at Kirkwood Preserve. Bring a snack if you want one. Rain or snow cancels. Cue sheets will not be available.
    Leaders: Jeff Diacik, , 215-783-8537 and Derek Barnes, , 610-246-3917 

  • February 2510:00AM
    Sat February 25, 2012 - Saturday C+ Ride

    Level C+, 13-14 mph, 40-50 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 10:00 am. Note: Time change for the cold weather. Frequently we ride to Ambler, but we may ride to other locations such as North Wales or Devon. Cue sheets for the Ambler ride and the North Wales ride can be found in the BCP Cue Sheet Library at BCP Philly to Ambler Ride - Toto's Cafe and BCP North Wales Ride. We'll keep a steady pace and effort (rolling speed on flat terrain 15-16 mph). Bring money for a snack. A forecast on Friday at 9:00 pm calling for 50% or greater chance of rain on Saturday between 8:00 am and noon, or wet roads on Saturday at 8:00 am, will cancel the ride. Check the website for up-to-date information.
    Leader: Chuck Martin, , 215-923-1887

  • February 269:00AM
    Sun February 26, 2012 - Valley Forge Winter Ride - Sunday Edition

    Level B, 14 mph, 35 miles. Meet at Valley Forge National Park - Betzwood Picnic Area (by bathrooms). The ride leaves at 9:00 am. Every Sunday thru March for a ride from Valley Forge to Harleysville. Indoor coffee break at the Hennings Market in Harleysville. Plan is to be back in VF by noon.
    Leader: Richard L. Wagner, , 267-738-6405

  • February 269:30AM
    Sun February 26, 2012 - Hike the Wissahickon

    Hike Hike, 5-7 miles. Valley Green Inn, Forbidden Drive, Fairmont Park, Phila., PA . The hike leaves at 9:30 am. Come join Helen and me for a ramble up and down the sides of the Wissahickon gorge to get some fresh air and keep our biking legs ready for Spring. There will also be a flatter option available for part of the hike. Well-behaved canine hikers are warmly welcome to join us. Optional group lunch after the hike.
    Leader: Stephen A. Muth, , 215-692-3585

  • February 2610:00AM
    Sun February 26, 2012 - Sunday HopScotch C Ride

    Level C, 14 mph, 56 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 10:00 am. This is your stress-free, car-free, alternative mellow mileage ride! This is a ride for those who have gotten in shape for longer distances. Sweep is available to help with mechanicals; nobody will be dropped. We take the Schuylkill River Trail (SRT) out to Phoenixville, where we will settle in for an unhurried lunch with a nice hot beverage. Each half of the ride is 28 miles, which may seem a lot, but these are flat, car-free miles that pass very quickly. We ride as a group to the SRT trailhead, where individuals familiar with the trail may ride ahead at their own pace, but we'll regroup in Norristown at the Transportation Center. Unhurried lunch will be at the Steel City Coffee House. We should be able to be back in Philly by 3:15 pm. One rule: have fun! Ride may be canceled depending on the predicted weather and/or trail conditions. Check the website for changes and updates. Call or e-mail to confirm that the ride is on.
    Leader: Craig Attig, , 267-475-5261

  • February 2612:00PM
    Sun February 26, 2012 - Sunny Sunday Afternoon D Ride

    Level D, 10-12 mph, 15-25 miles. Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 12:00 pm. Ride for those new to cycling, or getting in shape for longer distances. Generally, we will ramble in the Fairmount Park area, getting in a hill or two to keep the legs honest. Rain, Snow, or Temps below freezing cancels the ride. We will stay together, no rider left behind. Contact the ride leader with questions Cue sheets will not be available.
    Leader: George L. Yarnell, , 610-626-3338

  • February 2612:15PM
    Sun February 26, 2012 - Sunday C Spin Off

    Level C, 25-35 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 12:15 pm. A friendly C ride which cheerfully waits to regroup. All welcome. Usually 25 - 35 miles, usually with a lunch or snack stop.
    Leader: Michael J Olszewski, , 215-932-8586

  • February 261:30PM
    Sun February 26, 2012 - Sunday Afternoon Winter Ramble (ad-hoc ride)

    Level Q, 13-15 mph, 25 to 30 miles. Meet at Bruno's, Northwestern and Germantown Aves. The ride leaves at 1:30 pm. A rambling route through Eastern Montgomery County. In the absence of our usual indefatigable leader, there will be no meticulously planned route or color-coded cue sheet. But we will still have fun riding together as a group and have brief warm-up/snack stop about halfway.
    Leader: Stephen A. Muth, , 215-692-3585

  • February 2710:00AM
    Mon February 27, 2012 - Ride To Norristown Farm Park (ad-hoc ride)

    Level C+, 13-14 mph, 40 miles. Meet at Ft. Washington State Park Hawk Watch Parking Lot. The ride leaves at 10:00 am. The usual: rolling hills, nice roads, good company and will regroup as needed. Only stopping for a snack/bathroom break, no sit down this time. Enter park from either Joshua Ave. north of Stenton Ave. or Militia Hill off Skippack Pike. Cue sheets will be available. The on-line route map is http://ridewithgps.com/routes/926418.
    Leader: Howard Hochheiser, , 215-913-3246

  • February 286:30PM
    Tue February 28, 2012 - Monthly QR Mailing Party

    Level All Meet at Cozen O'Connor, 1650 Market St.. The ride leaves at 6:30 pm. All welcome to help mail the newsletter, snacks and good company guaranteed along with some light work.
    Leader: Tom Witt, , 215-665-5578

  • February 286:30PM
    Tue February 28, 2012 - MTB on the Pennypack Trails

    Level C+/B-, 9-12 miles. Meet at Pennypack Park Pine Rd. entrance. The ride leaves at 6:30 pm. Come enjoy the great outdoors (without cars) after dark! Lights and a trail permit are required (go to www.fairmountpark.org/TrailPermits.asp to purchase a permit). We ride off-road on dirt trails for approximately 1-1/2 hours. Depending on the predicted weather and/or trail conditions, the ride may be cancelled or rescheduled for another evening. Additionally, the ride will occasionally take place at Wissahickon Park. Check the Ride Calendar for changes/updates. Call or e-mail to confirm that the ride is on, and the location.
    Leader: Chris Beetham, , 802-233-5629

 February, 2012

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