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BCP Ride List for July 2003

Friday, July 4 - The Bright Side of the Eagle. Class B. 77 miles at 15 mph avg. Moderately hilly with a few tough climbs and incredible long descents. The Dark Side of the Hawk turned out to be the Dark Side of the Rain last month, so we'll try again on Independence Day and hopefully we'll have a brighter day with the Eagle. This is a very scenic ride in Lehigh and Schuylkill counties. I keep changing sections of the ride every time we do it, so there is always something new to see. The route crosses the Blue Mountain ridge twice, first at route 309 on the way out and then at Hawk Mt on the way back. There will be 2 stops. In Schuylkill County we'll travel along a sparsely settled little valley that crosses the watershed from the Lehigh River to the Schuylkill River and after enjoying one of the nicest descents in the area we'll stop in Orwigsburg. The challenging northern side of Hawk Mt (the dark one!!) will be waiting for us afterwards and once we reach the top we'll enjoy a rewarding easy section back to Trexlertown. Starts 8:00 from the Trexlertown velodrome. I-476 North to Allentown exit. Rt 22 West to exit 14. Follow Rt 100 south for about 2 miles and turn right onto Rt 222 West, then 2nd right onto Moser Rd, then turn left into velodrome parking lot, near the port-a-potty. Call if there is a chance of rain. Email if you want a cue sheet. Leader: Eduardo Ruchelli, 215-572-0753, edr@mail.med.upenn.edu.

Friday, July 4 - Fourth of July Celebration. Class B/C+, 50- 55 miles. Starting at 9 from the Bourse Bldg main entrance, 5th & Market in Philadelphia, we will follow the original George Dub's footsteps on his escape to Valley Forge, take a break near the Welcome Center, then return to Philadelphia via the Valley Forge trail. This ride will finish at the Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. Leader: Rich Wagner, 610-521-4570, roadrich@hotmail.com.

Friday, July 4 - Pepper Mill Inn. Class C+/C, 47 miles. Starts 9:00 from Delancey Street Bagels in the Wynnewood Shopping Center, E. Wynnewood Rd and Lancaster Ave in Lower Merion Twp. Arrive at 8:30 if you want to breakfast. We travel along sections of the Freedom Valley Ride to the Hershey Mills area of East Goshen township for lunch at the Pepper Mill Inn. Expect some hills, but the beautiful scenery will make it all worthwhile. Cue sheets. Bring liquids, money and snacks. Leaders: Pat Haggar, 610-896-1987, phaggar@comcast.net and Steve Trobovic, 610-687-9229, wildyugo@comcast.net.

Saturday, July 5 - Nockamixon to Lehigh. Class B, 15-16 mph, 65 miles. This ride is a variation of a ride I did many moons ago, this time starting along the shores of Lake Nockamixon, and winding through beautiful, quiet roads, past the remains of the Bethlehem Steel plant (which is being turned into a museum), to lunch on Lehigh University's campus. This is a moderately hilly ride, but not too bad. Starts at 9:00 from Nockamixon State Park, Haycock Boat Access parking lot on PA 563, 1 mile from PA 412. Directions: Route 611 North, left on route 412, go for about a mile and turn left onto route 563 to first parking lot on the left. Leader: David L. Johnson, (610) 828-3708, david.johnson@lehigh.edu.

Sunday, July 6 - Mystery Destination. Class B+, 16-17 mph, 45-50 miles. Leaves at 8 from the Glenside Free Library, Keswick Ave & Waverly Rd in Glenside, Pa. I'll figure out where to go by that morning. Count on a ride that's hillier than flat and flatter than hilly. Must call or e-mail by July 5 to confirm. Rain cancels. Leader: Chris Beetham, 215-576-6514, beetham@snip.net.

Sunday July 6 - B Ramble. Class B, 14-15 mph, 40-45 miles. Meet at the Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum at noon. Show and Go.

Sunday July 6 - Sunday After Meeting. Class D, 10-12 mph, 5-10 miles. We'll take a cruise along the Schuylkill River Trail for a pleasant Sunday afternoon ride. Meet at the Spring Mill train Station, in Conshohocken at 2 PM. We will not exceed anyone's pace or endurance. Leader: David L. Johnson, 610-828-3708, david.johnson@lehigh.edu.

Tuesday, July 8 - BCP Monthly Meeting. 6:30 PM at the Manayunk Brewery & Restaurant, 4120 Main Street, Philadelphia. All BCP members are encouraged to attend. For information or to get something on the agenda: David Johnson, 610-828-3708, david.johnson@lehigh.edu.

Friday, July 11 - Bike to the Ball Park. All classes, 4 miles. Fans wrestling in Sumo Suits! Bones the T-Shirt Guy! Flying Fish on tap! And they throw in great Camden Riversharks baseball. Meet at Trophy Bikes 5:55 PM sharp, ride over the Ben Franklin Bridge Walkways to Campbell Field (tix $7) for a 6:35 first pitch. Bikes go right in front of the ticket windows. Bring lights and lock. Then enjoy fireworks riding back over the Ben after the game. Leader: Michael McGettigan, 215-990-9275.

Saturday, July 12 - Annual Return From Mays Landing. Class C+, about 60 miles. Meets at 17th and Arch at 6:30 sharp. We deliver cars for the return from Sunday's Cancer Society Ride and cycle home past the "naked boys" to the Tacony Bridge. You must call to reserve a space in one of the cars, additional motors welcome. Leaders: Tom Witt, 215-977-2164, and Linda McGrane, 215- 441-6909 or 215-663-5291.

Saturday July 12 - Lunch at Port Deposit. Class B, 82 miles, approx 15 mph. Starting from Kennett Square High School at Rt 82 and Broad St in Kennett Square, Pa at 8, we will ride through scenic Chester and Lancaster Counties to a lunch overlooking the Susquehanna River at Port Deposit, Md. Leaders: Doug Kennedy, 610-543-4664, DougKennedy7@Yahoo.CA, and Debbie Wilson, 302-798-1243, djwbike@aol.com.

Saturday, July 12 - Doylestown Enduro. Class C+, 35, 42 or 70 miles (your choice). The 35- and 70-mile rides leave Italian Fountain at 8:00 for Bruno's. 42-miles: Meet us at Bruno's at 10. Lunch in Doylestown and possible touring. 35 miles: return to Center City via SEPTA. 42 & 70 miles: back to Bruno's by 4, return to Italian Fountain by 5:30. All options have some hills. We'll lead on our tandem; we'd love to have other tandems join us. Serious rain or heat over 95 cancels. Leaders: Gary & Vikki Morris, 215-557-0410, gmorris@vzavenue.net.

Saturday, July 12 - Remembering Bill Ford. All Classes, 10 miles. Starts 6:30 PM from the Italian Fountain. This is a short ride to honor Bill Ford. Dinner after the ride at the Greek restaurant on Fairmount Ave. Please e-mail if you plan on joining us for dinner. Leader: Jen Ford, oxyjen@myway.com.

Sunday, July 13 - Shawmont Ave Bridge to BJ's. Class C/C-, about 25 miles. Leaves 9:30 from the Shawmont Ave Bridge near the entrance to the tow path at Shawmont Avenue. If you want to start from the Art Museum, you must call the leader so he will wait for you. Ride to BJ's in Plymouth Meeting for an early lunch, then back to the tow path for a few more miles. Bring a lock if you want to go into BJ's. Cue sheets provided. Call if you need directions. Leader: Gary Fishbein, 610-324-8291 (cell).

Sunday, July 13 - B Ramble. Class B, 14-15 mph, 45 miles. Mystery destination. Meet at the Italian Fountain at Noon. Leader: Werner Carrieri, 215-680-2618, wernerman@aol.com.

Saturday, July 19 - Musconetcong Mt. Class B. 76 miles at 15 mph avg. Moderately hilly. Shady roads along beautiful creeks with many covered bridges will take us to the top of Musconetcong Mt. in northern Hunterdon County, N.J. Stops for snacks and fluids in Frenchtown on the way out and Milford on the way back. Starts 8:00 from Peace Valley Park near Doylestown. From Routes 202 and 152 in Chalfont, follow route 152 north for 1.5 miles, turn right onto New Galena Rd. (easy to miss), go straight for 1.0 mile and enter park. Turn right at stop sign onto second parking lot, Sailor's Point. Email if you want a cue sheet. Leader: Eduardo Ruchelli, 215-572-0753, edr@mail.med.upenn.edu.

Saturday, July 19 - Cherry Hill Summer Ride. Class C+, 13-17 mph, 40 miles. Leaves 8:30 AM from the Woodland Falls Corporate Park (rear parking area near Church Road behind the Outback Steakhouse), Route 38 and Lake Drive between the Cherry Hill and Moorestown Malls. We will try again to do the ride which got rained out in May. Leader: David Wender, 856-809-9194, dwender1@comcast.net.

Saturday, July 19 - Pennypack Park to Mason Mill Park. Class C, about 35 miles. Starts 9:00 from the new Pennypack Park area on the Delaware River adjacent to the Riverview Home for the Aged (no reflection on C riders) at 7979 State Rd. The entrance to the park shares a driveway with the home. It is on the east side of State Rd, 30 yds south of Rhawn St. Ride will form in the parking lot that looks out on the river. Destination: Mason's Mill Park at Byberry Road and Mason's Mill Rd in Upper Moreland in eastern Montgomery County. We'll traverse the ten-mile blacktop path through Pennypack Park. Some hills. Hopefully cue sheets will be provided. No one dropped. No food stop, but beverages and water available along the way in or near parks. Rain at start time cancels. Call for directions or if weather questionable. Leader: Dan Coonan, 215-624-7391 (home), 215-485-3214 (cell, on ride day), dcoonan@comcast.net.

Sunday, July 20 - Poker Ride Revisited. Class B+, 16-17 mph, 55-65 miles. Leaves 8:00 from Wissahickon High School, Dager Rd just off Bethlehem Pike in Ambler, Pa. We'll do either the 55 or 65 mile Poker Ride route, depending on the mood of the group. Expect hills either way, and bring plenty of food and water just in case we have trouble finding places that are open. Must call or e-mail by July 19 to confirm. Rain cancels. Leader: Chris Beetham, 215-576-6514, beetham@snip.net.

Sunday, July 20 - Calling All Recumbents. Class B-, 14 -16 mph, 45 miles. Leaves at 8:30 from the IGA parking lot in Lambertville, N.J. Calling all recumbent riders! You must be out there somewhere. Pace of the ride may vary from the advertised range, depending on the group that gathers. Leader: Al Herman, 215-750-1011, alherman@aol.com.

Sunday, July 20 - B Ramble. Class B, 14-15 mph, 40-45 miles. Mystery destination. Sit-down food break. Meet at the Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum at noon. Call if weather is questionable. Leader: Jeff Bakely, 215-843-1093, jbake@snip.net.

Thursday, July 24 - Lancaster Day Trip. Class C+, 14 mph, 53 miles. Starts 9 o'clock from Bob LaDrew's house near Coatesville. Play hooky for the day and join us on a tour of the Amish countryside. We've done this three times this year, and every ride has been great. Bagels, cereal & juice at start. Contact the leader for directions and to reserve a bagel. Leader: Steve Trobovic, 610-687-9229, wildyugo@comcast.net.

Saturday, July 26 - Muscle the Hills! Class C+/C, 12-14 mph, 35-40 miles. Two starting points. Starts at 8:30 from the Folsom Path Mark on Mac Dade Boulevard in Ridley Township. A short ride to the Ridley Park train station to meet the 8:58 train from Philadelphia (departs 30th Street at 8:34). NOTE: You must call the leader if you will be arriving by train. We bike to Neumann College, the highest point in Delaware County, take a short break, then continue through Glen Mills to a lunch stop just prior to Ridley Creek State Park. After lunch we'll cut through the park, pedal by Media, and via the Smedley/Leiper Trail back to the Ridley Park train station. En route we'll enjoy a few memorable hills (both ways) and see lots of back road beauty. Bring money for the lunch stop and strong legs for the hills. No one dropped. Leader: Frank Jackson, 610-534-3978 eve, 215-537-4299 day, fjackson@rohmhaas.com.

Sunday, July 27 - Mike is Back-Back to Califon. Class B, 80 miles, 15 mph avg, moderately hilly. "English" Mike is back from England, and we'll treat him with his favorite day tour. This ride is mostly in New Jersey and loops between the nice towns of Frenchtown and Califon. Beautiful shady roads, rushing streams and the lush hills of Hunterdon County. Bring plenty of fluids. Starts 8:00 from Bulls Island State Park on Route 29, 3 miles north of Stockton, N.J. Take your favorite road to Willow Grove and then follow Route 263 (York Rd.) all the way to the end at the Delaware River (don't fall into the water!). Cross the river into Stockton, N.J and at the T, turn left onto Route 29 and continue for 3 miles. The park is on the left side of the road. Call if weather is questionable. Email if you want a cue sheet. Leader: Eduardo Ruchelli, 215-572-0753, edr@mail.med.upenn.edu.

Sunday, July 27 - Maillot Jaune. Class B/C+, 100 km, 14-15 mph. A ride to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Tour de France. Maillots Jaune (Yellow Jerseys) are expected to be worn. I will, however, allow Maillot Vert, Maillot Blanc, and Maillot Blanc a Pois Rouges. Meet 8:45 at Valley Forge Visitor Center, lower lot, for a prompt 9:00 start. The ride will take us through Delaware County to Chadds Ford and back. Some climbing is required, but no Hors Categorie. Baguette & vin optional. Leader: Rich Wagner, 610-521-4570, roadrich@hotmail.com.

Sunday, July 27 - Spring Mill or Valley Forge to Skippack. Class C, about 40 miles. Starts 9:00 from the SEPTA R-6 Spring Mill station parking lot adjacent to the Schuylkill River trail. We will do this ride at a leisurely C pace with the route heading west to lunch in Skippack. Rain at the start cancels. Riders from Philadelphia can take the R-6 train to Spring Mill. NOTE: If you want to start from Valley Forge at 8:15, contact SteveT. Contact Thomas if you plan on coming by train. Leaders: Thomas Stewart, 215-455-9168, stewart.tom@verizon.net, and Steve Trobovic, 610-687-9229, wildyugo@comcast.net.

Sunday, July 27 - B Ramble. Class B, 14-15 mph, 40-45 miles. Meet at the Italian Fountain at noon. Show and Go.

Tuesday, July 29 - Mailing the August Newsletter. Meet 6:30 at Wolf, Block, Schorr and Solis-Cohen LLP, 1650 Arch Street, southeast corner 17th & Arch Sts. Coordinator: Tom Witt, 215-977-2164.

Friday, August 1 - Bike to the Ball Park. All classes, 4 miles. See 7/11 for details. Meet at Trophy Bikes 5:55PM sharp, ride over the Ben Franklin Bridge walkways to Campbell Field for a 6:35 first pitch. Leader: Michael McGettigan, 215-990-9275.

Saturday, August 2 - Rosenberger's Dairy. Class C, approx 50 miles. Starts at 9:00 sharp from Bruno's. Arrive at 8 for breakfast if you like. A very popular ride to the dairy in Hatfield for sandwiches and ice cream. There's sure to be a crowd, so get there early! Leader: Peggy Gertz, 215-844-2669, gertz@email.chop.edu.

Sunday, August 3 - B Ramble. Class B, 14-15 mph, 50-55 miles. Destination is Paoli for bagels, of course. Return through Upper Merion. Meet at the Italian Fountain at noon. Call if weather is questionable. Leader: Jeff Bakely, 215-843-1093, jbake@snip.net.

Sundays

Sunday Morning Breakfast Ride. Class C, up to 30 miles. Meet 8:45 at the SE corner of 22nd & Spring Garden for a delightful ride to a delightful place to have a delightful breakfast. Bring locks and money for brunch in the middle of the ride. We always need volunteers to lead us to delightful eating spots and pretty biking areas. Ride may be canceled if it's > 95 degrees at start. Leaders: July 6 - Ben Sears, 215-844-3784, bikerbenn@aol.com; 13th - Henry Lazarus, 267-259-6275 (cell phone), hlazar@netaxs.com; 20th - Ann Martha, 215-335-5662, achristinemartha@yahoo.com; 27th - Peggy Gertz, gertz@email.chop.edu.

Bulldog Ride. Class A-/B+, 45-65 miles, average speed 16-18 mph depending on the terrain. Meets most at the Bulldog statue, in the triangular park at 25th St, Fairmount & Pennsylvania Aves. Leaves noon sharp. No cue sheet provided, follow the leader. Leader: Bruce Taubman, 215-735-7935.

B Ramble. Class B, 14-15 mph, approx. 40 miles. Meet noon at the Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. Check the Monthly Calendar for leaders, ride descriptions, and cancellations.

Sunny Sunday Afternoon Ride. Class D, usually 12-22 miles. Meets every Sunday at noon in front of Lloyd Hall, #1 Boathouse Row, on Kelly Drive. For the beginner who wishes to improve his/her cycling skills, for those new to Philadelphia who want to explore the little-known, out-of-the-way places in the city and near suburbs. July 6 - Show & Go (also see today's listing for "Sunday After Meeting" ride at 2 PM); 13th - Henry Lazarus, 267-259-6275 (cell phone), hlazar@netaxs.com; 20th - Arlene Bobb, 610-940-4747, aibobb@aol.com; 27th - Dave Johnson, 215-849-8013, dave_johnson@mac.com; August 3 - Peggy Gertz, 215-844-2669, gertz@email.chop.edu.

Sunny Sunday Spin-Off Ride. Class C, usually 25-30 miles. A true C ride which cheerfully waits to regroup. All welcome. Meets 12:15 at the rock near the Italian Fountain, behind the Art Museum. Leaders: July 6 - Chuck Martin, 215-923-1887; 13th - Lyn Hedrick (no Sunday calls please), 215-483-3618; 20th - Tom Witt, 215-977-2164; 27th - Linda McGrane, 215-441-6909 or 215-663-5291.

Mondays

Attention all Sturdy Girls: Women's Recovery Ride every Monday! It's a B- pace, 25-30 mile recovery ride. Tired of all the testosterone from weekly rides, need an easy spin following hard or long miles on Saturdays and Sundays, or looking to meet other women riders who share your passion for cycling? Meet at the Italian fountain at 5:45 PM for a prompt 6:00 departure. The group will stay together at all times and rotation of ride leadership will be encouraged to share responsibility of maintaining a safe and supportive ride. Coordinator: Sally Poliwoda, 215-753-2468, poliwoda@email.chop.edu.

Tuesdays

Vocabulary Ride. Class C, 12-14 mph, 15-20 miles. Does your job cause you angst? Is your workplace an imbroglio of Kafkaesque proportions? Then join us for a demulcent ride with an air of insouciance as we spin around southern Delaware County at the best time of the year. Meet us, every Tuesday, all month, at the Pathmark on MacDade Blvd in Folsom for a 6 PM start. Leader: Dave Trout, 610-368-0760,dmtrout@usa.net.

Evening Ride from Holmesburg. Class C, 15-20 miles. Starts at 6 PM SHARP from Holmesburg Shopping Center, Frankford Ave & Ashburner St, Phila. Ride around northeast Philly and Bucks County. Canceled if it's raining one hour before start time. Leaders: Joe Wilkinson & Harriet Herman, 215-331-6672, hHerman@pmhcc.org.

Kolman's Evening Ride. Class C, 12-14 mph, 15-20 miles. Starts at 6 from Lenape High School, Church & Hartford Roads, Medford, N.J. Start easy and build miles. Leader: Kolman Kleinbord, 856-789-9677, kolman39@hotmail.com.

Narberth ChainSmoker's Ride. Class B, 15-16 mph, 22+ miles, a training ride through the back roads of the Main Line. Leaves from Mainly Bikes in Narberth at 6 PM. Leader: Art Elwood, 856-424-1770, bikeman1@gte.net.

Thursdays

Fridays

BCP Softball. We meet every Friday through Labor Day Weekend between 5:45 and 6:15 PM at Clifford Park, Walnut Lane & Wissahickon Avenue. Everyone welcome (as long as you're not too good!) Info: John J. Kalicki, teach@kalicki.com (preferred), or 215-426-3937.

Wallyball will resume in the fall. Anyone interested in playing during the summer, especially if softball is rained out, call Nikki Marx at 215-963-9377..

Saturdays

MTB Belmont Plateau. Class C/D. Meet at Italian Fountain at 10:00 for a 3-hour tour. The area consists of packed dirt, loose & crushed rock, twisty single track, steep climbs. Perfect riding! No ride if rain. No ride July 5. Leader: Paul Winkfield, 215-329-9830, paladin007@comcast.net.

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