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ALERT: The regularly scheduled Sunday rides will not take place on June 10 and June 17.
On June 10th, the International Pro Race is scheduled, and BCP has several other rides starting from different locations. On June 17th, the Bicycle Coalition's 28th annual Freedom Valley Bike Ride is scheduled and offers several different rides. We encourage all to do one of these alternate rides. Check the ride listings on June 10 and June 17 for specific information on these rides.

Sunday B Ramble. Noon. Class B, 14-15 MPH, usually 40 to 50 miles. See Monthly Ride Calendar for description and destination. Meet at the Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. Coordinator: Jim Laurino, 215- 476-5091, .

Sunny Sunday Afternoon D Ride. Noon. For the beginner who wishes to learn and improve biking skills. Usually 12-20 miles. Meet at the formal entrance to the Azalea Garden at the circle behind the Art Museum. If you want to ride, call or email the leader. No calls = no ride. Coordinator: Jeff Bakely, 215-843-1093, . See Monthly Ride Calendar for the week's leader and other details.

Sunny Sunday C Spin-Off. 12:15 PM. A true C ride which cheerfully waits to regroup. Usually 25-30 miles. Meet at the rock near the Italian Fountain, behind the Art Museum. Coordinator: Tom Witt, 215- 977-2164, .

Monday on the Main Line. Rides start promptly at 6:00 and 6:30 PM. Multi- level, beginner through AX. Rides leave from Church of the Savior, 651 N. Wayne Ave, Wayne, PA. Come ride with the largest and friendliest bike group on the Main Line. Multilevel rides, beginner through AX, leave from the large rear parking lot next to the gym. Terrain can be hilly. Clean bathrooms and water provided inside the gym, Bldg F. Beginner riders can start by riding the short 5 mile loop around Wayne and eventually work their way up to the longer, more challenging rides ( C, C+,B-, B,B+, A and AX groups). Special bike rides for women with children/expectant moms, family rides and tandem rides for the blind and physically challenged. No one will be left behind! Cue sheets with directions are provided for most of the COS bike rides. Leaders: Tom Madle, 215-641-7686, and Michael Lefkowitz, 610-687-2923, .

Narberth ChainSmokers. Class B, 15-16 mph, 30-38 miles. Training ride through the back roads of the Main Line. We'll start June doing 36-38 miles, going out to Valley Forge before returning. Leaves at 6:00 PM from Mainly Bikes, 229 Haverford Ave in Narberth. Leaders: Jeff Kimmel, 610-446-1334, and Art Elwood, 856-429- 7733, .

Evening Ride from Mt. Airy. Ride starts promptly at 6:00 PM. Class C+, 13-14 MPH, 25 to 32 miles, depending on the amount of daylight. Meet at the Allen's Lane Train Station at the corner of Allen's Lane and Cresheim Road. Leader: Jeff Bakely, 215-843-1093, .

Northeast Training Ride. 5:30 PM. Class B-/C+, about 20 miles. A ride into Bucks County and back. Meet in the Lincoln High School pool parking lot, on Rowland Ave, just north of Ryan Ave. Leader: Joe Feeney, 215-601-8412, .

Evening Ride from Glenside. 6:30 PM. Class B/B+, 16-17 mph, 25-30 miles. Meet at Keswick Cycle, 408 N. Easton Rd, near Keswick Ave, in Glenside, PA for a prompt 6:30 departure. Come explore the interesting and diverse roads of eastern Montgomery County! We'll ride until dark on routes that are moderately hilly and generally lightly traveled. There may be other paced rides available; contact the bike shop at 215-885-7433 with questions about other paced rides or parking. Remember to bring a flashing rear light for safety. Riders MUST call or e-mail me to confirm; occasionally my schedule keeps me from riding. Depending on the weather or my schedule, the ride may be moved to Tuesday or Thursday. Rain cancels. Leader: Chris Beetham, 215-740-0973, .

Narberth ChainSmokers. 6:00 PM. Class B, 15-16mph, approx 30-38 miles. Please see Tuesdays for details.

Bryn Mawr Local B Training Ride. 6:00 PM. 22-32 miles, depending on daylight. A ride to Merion, Gladwyne, and West Conshohocken, returning via Manayunk and the Bike Path. Meet at the Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. Leader: David Finger, 215-605-8560, .

Thursday Training Ride. Class C+/C-, approximately 24 miles. Departs 6:00 PM sharp from Italian Fountain. We'll do hill-seeking routes and be back by dark. We'll push ourselves (it's a training ride) but no one will be dropped. NOTE: Any C- riders who'd like to train with us may ride the route a little slower as a sub-group. Leader: Gary Morris, 215-557-0410, .

Schuylkill River Trail. Classes B- (16-18 mph) and C (13- 15), 19-25+ miles. Meet at 6:15 at the Spring Mill train station parking lot, near E. Hector St and E. North Lane in Conshohocken. From Ridge Ave take Barren Hill Rd to first light, then left to the station. We'll ride towards Valley Forge and beyond, returning before darkness. No cars, hills, cue sheets, or preservatives. No one left behind. Leaders: Howard Hochheiser (B-), 215-913-3246, , and Mike Seidman (C), 215-242-1200, .

Saturday C- to B+ Brunch Rides. Scenic rides into surrounding counties, usually with a sit down stop for food. 25-70 miles, depending on destination. B/B+ riders will have an opportunity to break away on the return. Meet at Bruno's, Northwestern & Germantown Aves in Chestnut Hill/Lafayette Hill. Ride will occur most Saturdays; please note Sunday, June 10 ride to the Pro Race and Club BBQ. Check Monthly Ride Calendar for pace, destination, distance and start time. Coordinator: Howard Hochheiser (B-), 215-913-3246, .

Saturday C+ Training Ride. 9:00. Class C+, 13-14 mph, 40-50 miles. Ambler and Devon are among the common destinations and we do our best to ride as a cohesive group. Routes are as flat as possible to complement the Thursday hill training rides. We'll try to keep a steady pace and effort: rolling speed on flat terrain ~15 mph. Meet at the Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum at *9:00*. Leaders: Rafael Corredoira, 215-747-0930, and Thomas Lipscomb, 215- 880-5238, . Check the Current Ride Listing for ride descriptions, time changes, and cancellations.

Saturday C- Rides in NE Philly and New Jersey. 15 to 40 miles, usually starting at 9, finishing no later than 3PM. Brunch stop. Call on Friday to get starting location, length, destination. Or call ahead and get on an email list. Leader: Dick Trickey, 215-288-5907.

Monthly Ride Calendar

This is a calendar of all BCP rides this month. Individual rides are listed below with complete information. BCP also offers regular weekly rides. There is a general description of the weekly rides, with pace, mileage, starting time, location, and leader or coordinator listed above. The weekly rides are also listed by date in the list below.

Saturday, June 2 - Skippack via Peace Valley. 9:00. Class B-, 14-15 mph, 60 miles. Meet at Bruno's, Northwestern & Germantown Aves in Chestnut Hill/Lafayette Hill, for a very scenic ride to Skippack. Please meet 15 minutes early for a prompt 9:00 start. Terrain is rolling with a few climbs, some short, some long, but nothing very steep. We'll regroup as needed, but there will be an accurate cue sheet for those looking to ride slower or faster; please notify the leader if this is the case. Stops for a restroom/snack break at Peace Valley Park (mile 24) and a sit-down lunch at Mal's American Diner (mile 42). Call if weather is questionable. Leader: Howard Hochheiser, 215-913-3246, .

Saturday, June 2 - C+ Training Ride (Devon) (Adhoc). Class C+, 13-14 mph, 44 miles.. This ride leaves from the Italian Fountain at *9:00 am* (NEW TIME) and heads to Devon. We'll try to keep a steady pace and effort (rolling speed on flat terrain ~ 15-16 mph). Bring money for a snack at Whole Foods. It will be hillier than usual; expect regrouping if you plan to climb faster than at C pace. If you are interested, Route Map and Elevation profile here: http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=166169 . Leader(s): Rafael Corredoira, , 215-747-0930; Thomas Lipscomb, , 215-880-5238

Saturday, June 2 - Saturday C- Rides in NE Philly and New Jersey. See Weekly Rides for details. Leader: Dick Trickey, 215-288-5907.

Saturday, June 2 - Classic Ride II: Mount Gretna. 9:15. Class B+/B, 14-16 mph, 88 & 73 miles. The one. The only. A very pretty ride through the farmlands of Lancaster County and wooded Lebanon County to the fairytale hamlet of Mount Gretna for lunch al fresco at the historic Jigger Shop. Rich Wagner will lead the original 88 mile version as part of his Classic Ride series. And it doesn't get more classic than this. The ride will start on time from the Shady Maple Market, itself an attraction, in Blue Ball, PA. From the city, take the PA Turnpike (I-76) west to the Morgantown exit, then PA 10 S to PA 23 W for about 7 miles. The market will be on your left, shortly after PA 897 joins PA 23. Please park in the back, right portion of the lot. Expect consistently rolling terrain with some sections of sustained climbing, but nothing approaching monstrous. 73 milers will stop once, at Mount Gretna (mile 37). 88 milers will have an additional stop before Mount Gretna at Doug's Maxi-Market. The routes diverge at mile 22 so you can wait until then to pick your distance. There is an option for an additional stop after Mount Gretna if conditions warrant. Pie at the end of the ride is on me! Cue sheets provided for those who want to set their own pace. Call my home number the morning of the ride for a go/no-go message if the weather is questionable. Leaders: David Ziccardi, 215-978-7531 (home), 215-913-1328 (cell), and Rich Wagner, 610-964-1484, .

Saturday, June 2, 2007 - 9:30. Eleventh Annual Oley Valley Strawberry Ride. A sociably paced C ride about 28 easy miles starting at 9:30 from Daniel Boone Homestead. This great ride usually is more of a social event than a ride. Eat strawberries, ice cream, cool whip, or other food at Lutheran Church. Exquisite countryside with some rolling hills and a lush valley. A multi-club ride. No one dropped. Cue sheets provided. Bring sun block, fluids, snack, and money. The Daniel Boone Homestead is off US422. From the intersection of US422 and PA100, go west (seems north) on 422 for 8.4 miles to Daniel Boone Rd (at a light). Right on Daniel Boone Rd for 0.8 miles to the Homestead. Use the "jug handle" on the right instead of making a more dangerous left at the entrance at the Homestead. Park at the big parking lot, marked DeTurk Educenter, near the gate on the right. Can't miss it. Call or e-mail for more information. Leader: Arnie Roseman, 610.640.4529, .

Sunday, June 3 - Vernon's 52nd Annual Birthday Ride. 9:00. Class A- /B+/B, 16-19 mph. I know you may be wondering: Has this ride been going on for this long? Actually, my mother started the ride when she was nine months pregnant. Yes, she's quite a woman. But enough history; this ride goes to Doylestown with a rest stop at the Old Red Barn. For those who are a bit slower, cue sheets will be provided, so all are welcome. We'll start at 9:00 from the Italian fountain behind the Art Museum. Leader: Vernon Lucas, 215- 815-9137, .

Sunday, June 3 - Home Work. Class C, 12-13 mph average, 35+ miles. We will depart promptly at 11 from the Kohl's at Rt 73 & 202 in Blue Bell, the section of the parking lot directly across the street from the Centre Square Fire Company. We will ride from Blue Bell (home) to Chesterbrook (work), using Norristown Farm Park, SRT and Valley Forge Park. We will stop for a break at Manhattan Bagel in Chesterbrook. The ride will have a little of everything from flats and hills to trails and roads. Bring snacks, money, and H2O. We will stop to regroup when necessary. Rain or wet roads will cancel so if the weather or conditions are questionable call. Leader: Len Langsdorf, 610-278-0589 (home).

Sunday, June 3 - Sunday B Ramble. Class B, 14-15 mph, 44 miles. Meet at the Italian Fountain at noon. Food stop at Whole Foods Market in Devon. Cue sheets provided. Terrain is flat to rolling hills with two or three moderate climbs. Call if the weather is questionable. Leader: Jim Laurino, 215-476- 5091, .

Sunday, June 3 - Sunny Sunday Afternoon D Ride. Noon. See Weekly Ride list for details. Leader: Steve Shelly, 610-687-6575, .

Sunday, June 3 - Sunny Sunday C Spin-Off. 12:15 PM. See Weekly Rides for details. Leader: Tom Witt, 215-977-2164.

Monday, June 4 - Monday on the Main Line. 6:00/6:30 PM. See Weekly Rides for details.

Tuesday, June 5 - Narberth ChainSmokers B Ride. 6:00 PM. See Weekly Rides for details.

Tuesday, June 5 - Evening C+ Ride from Mt Airy. 6:00 PM. See Weekly Rides for details.

Wednesday, June 6 - BCP Monthly Meeting. 6:30 PM at the Manayunk Diner, 3722 Main St, Manayunk, Philadelphia, 215-483-4200. We'll be in the upstairs dining area. All BCP members are encouraged to attend. To get something on the agenda, contact Margaret Lenzi, 215-247-9169, .

Wednesday, June 6 - Northeast B-/C+ Training Ride. 5:30 PM. See Weekly Rides for details.

Wednesday, June 6 - Evening B/B+ Ride from Glenside. 6:30 PM. See Weekly Rides for details.

Thursday, June 7 - Narberth ChainSmokers. 6:00 PM. See Weekly Rides for details.

Thursday, June 7 - Bryn Mawr Local B Training Ride. 6:00 PM. See Weekly Rides for details.

Thursday, June 7 - Thursday C+/C- Training Ride. 6:00 PM. See Weekly Rides for details.

Thursday, June 7 - Schuylkill River Trail B-/C Ride. 6:15 PM. See Weekly Rides for details.

Saturday, June 9 - C+ Training Ride (North Whales I) (Adhoc). Class Class C+, 13-14 mph, 51 miles.. This ride leaves from the Italian Fountain at *9:00 am* and heads to North Whales. If I'm right, there is a time-trial event on MLK drive with start and finish in front of the Museum. Access to the Italian Fountain and parking may be more difficult than usual. We'll try to keep a steady pace and effort (rolling speed on flat terrain ~ 15-16 mph). Bring money for a snack at Fresh Grocers. If you are interested, Route Map and Elevation profile here: http://www.mapmyride.com/ride/united-states/pa/philadelphia/465571421. Leader(s): Rafael Corredoira, , 215-747-0930; Thomas Lipscomb, , 215-880-5238

Saturday, June 9 - C- Rides in NE Philly and New Jersey. See Weekly Rides for details. Leader: Dick Trickey, 215-288-5907.

Saturday, June 9 - Ride to Somewhere. Class C-, 11-12 mph, 20-25 miles. Meet at Bruno's, Northwestern & Germantown Aves in Chestnut Hill/Lafayette Hill,for a friendly, scenic suburban ride. Destination to be determined. Please meet 15 minutes early for a prompt 9:30 start. Terrain is rolling with a few short climbs, perfect for the beginner with a little experience, or anyone looking for an easy paced ride. Will regroup as needed. Brunch at Bruno's afterwards. Call if weather is questionable. Leader: Steve Shelly, 484-433-4041, .

Saturday, June 9 - Schwenksville (Adhoc). Class B-, 13-14 mph, 50+ miles.. Rolling hills with a few, short, steeper climbs. Sit down lunch at the Train Stop or take out on the deck. Meet at Bruno's, Northwestern & Germantown Avenues at 8:45 for a prompt 9:00 start.. Leader(s): Jeff Bakely, , 215-843-1093;

Sunday, June 10 - Rides to and from the Pro Race & BCP BBQ on Lemon Hill. Lemon Hill is on the Race route in Fairmount Park and is a popular viewing place for many cyclists. From Kelly Drive, turn up Sedgley Drive, across from Lloyd Hall, make the first sharp left onto Lemon Drive. You can bike or walk up Lemon Drive when the race is not coming through. Look for the BCP banner and hospitality tent. Starting locations include:

Western Suburbs: Wayne/Church of the Saviour (COS). 10:00. B- pace (14-16 mph) led by Tom Madle and a relaxed C pace led by Mike Lefkowitz and Arnie Roseman. Total mileage will be about 35 miles from COS to Lemon Hill and back to COS. Estimated time of arrival at Lemon Hill will be 11:30-12:00 (We'll have to navigate through Manayunk and may stop there for awhile). We'll leave Lemon Hill @ 1:30. Estimated return time at COS is 3 pm. Rides will start from the rear parking lot behind the gym at Church of the Saviour, 651 N. Wayne Ave, Wayne, PA. Cue sheets will be provided. Expect some hills. Bring a snack, fluid, money and a lock. A multi club ride. Leaders: Tom Madle (B-), 215-641- 7686, ; Michael Lefkowitz (C), 610-687-2923, ; and Arnie Roseman (C), 610-640-4529, .

Northwest Phila: Bruno's. 9:00. 45+/- miles and B-pace (14- 16 mph). A ride to the race and club BBQ. Meet at Bruno's, Northwestern & Germantown Aves in Chestnut Hill/Lafayette Hill, at 8:45 for a prompt 9:00 start. We'll ride to Ambler and beyond before heading back to the city. Expect rolling hills and an accurate cue sheet for those who may wish to return on their own or in separate groups. There will be a quick convenience store break at about mile 14 and then Lloyd Hall at about mile 32. Call if the weather is questionable. Please check the club website for other possible paces listed ad hoc. Leader: Howard Hochheiser, 215-913-3246, .

Northeast Phila. Meet 9:00 at Dunkin Donuts, Frankford Ave & Knights Rd. Ride about 25 miles down to race and 15 back to DD. Speed about 16 on flats, slower on hills. We will go up Knights Road into lower Bucks county, Bensalem and wind back to State Road, going around Tacony Palmyra bridge, down Aramingo to Girard, 2nd St to Spring Garden out Spring Garden and wind through the Parkway area to get to Lemon Hill for the Picnic. Heading back when the pack has cleared Lemon Hill for the last time. Expect to be home 3:30 or so. Cue sheets will be available for those who want to go on their own schedule. Leader: Joe Feeney, 215-601-8412, .

Lemon Hill/BCP Hospitality Tent. Start at 10:30 SHARP and finish at 1:00 pm. B- pace, approx 25-30 miles. This ride will start and end at the BCP hospitality tent in time for the BBQ and viewing the end of the race. Leader: Jeff Braff, 215-665-2048, .

Benjamin Franklin Parkway. Ride starts when women's race leaves (usually 9:15). Speed C, miles 30. We'll stop at two places to watch the race. Meet at the Ben Franklin Parkway where it meets Spring Garden St near Kelly Drive. Leader: Henry Lazarus, 267-259-6275, .

Sunday, June 10 - Ride to the Race/BBQ from Bruno's (Adhoc). Class C, 12 -13 mph, 31 miles.. Meet at Bruno's, Northwestern & Germantown Avenues in Chestnut Hill/Lafayette Hill at 10:00 for to ride to the Race BCP BBQ on Lemon Hill. Expect a moderate paced ride that will regroup as needed, some unavoidable hills, and an accurate cue sheet. We plan on arriving at Lemon Hill around the same time as the B- ride from Bruno's. Since people from both groups may want to stay for varying lengths of time, people can return on their own or in small groups, or return at some point with the either the C or B- ride leader (both of whom will regroup as needed). . Leader(s): Gaby Beitler, , 215-880-8102 (cell);

Monday, June 11 - Monday on the Main Line. 6:00/6:30 PM. See Weekly Rides for details.

Tuesday, June 12 - Narberth ChainSmokers. 6:00 PM. See Weekly Rides for details.

Tuesday, June 12 - Evening C+ Ride from Mt Airy. 6:00 PM. See Weekly Rides for details.

Wednesday, June 13 - Northeast B-/C+ Training Ride. 5:30 PM. See Weekly Rides for details.

Wednesday, June 13 - Evening B/B+ Ride from Glenside. 6:30 PM. See Weekly Rides for details.

Thursday, June 14 - Narberth ChainSmokers. 6:00 PM. See Weekly Rides for details.

Thursday, June 14 - Bryn Mawr Local B Training Ride. 6:00 PM. See Weekly Rides for details.

Thursday, June 14 - Thursday C+/C-Training Ride. 6:00 PM. See Weekly Rides for details.

Thursday, June 14 - Schuylkill River Trail B-/C Ride. 6:15 PM. See Weekly Rides for details.

Saturday, June 16 - Hunterdon County/Bucks County. 9:00. Class B, 14- 15 mph, 62 miles. Leaves promptly at 9:00 from the Staple's parking lot on Bridge St, one mile west of New Hope. It travels through beautiful Hunterdon County, NJ and central Bucks County. We'll stop for food and fluids at the Carousel Restaurant and Deli in Ringoes, with an optional stop in Frenchtown. There are several hills, so come ready to climb. Bring sufficient water and snacks. A helmet is a must. Leader: Luis Figueroa, 215-620-5458, .

Saturday, June 16 - Saturday C- Rides in NE Philly and New Jersey. See Weekly Rides for details. Leader: Dick Trickey, 215-288-5907.

Saturday, June 16 - Malvern Horse Farms. 9:30. Class B-, 13-15 mph, C/C+ 12- 13 mph, 38 miles. Meet at Bruno's, Northwestern & Germantown Aves, in Chestnut Hill/Lafayette Hill, at 9:15 for a 9:30 sharp start. We'll reprise March's ride to the Malvern horse farms with a short Wawa stop at mile 24. This ride will have some climbs. Cue sheets provided for those looking to do a different pace. Please call if weather is questionable. Leaders: Tom Madle, 215-233-2578, (no email on weekends) and Margaret Lenzi, 215- 247-9169, .

Sunday, June 17. No BCP rides are acheduled today. Instead, go on the Bicycle Coalition's Freedom Valley Bike Ride. All rides start at Lloyd Hall, #1 Boathouse Row, behind the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Family and trail rides are 8, 22 and 44 miles. Hillier, more challenging rides are 32, 50 and 62 miles. This supported ride is sponsored by the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia. To preregister, go to http://www.bicyclecoalition.org/bikefreedomvalley.html. For more information, call 215-BICYCLE or email .

Monday, June 18 - Monday on the Main Line. 6:00/6:30 PM. See Weekly Rides for details.

Tuesday, June 19 - Narberth ChainSmokers. 6:00 PM. See Weekly Rides for details.

Tuesday, June 19 - Evening C+ Ride from Mt Airy. 6:00 PM. See Weekly Rides for details.

Wednesday, June 20 - Northeast B-/C+ Training Ride. 5:30 PM. See Weekly Rides for details.

Wednesday, June 20 - Evening B/B+ Ride from Glenside. 6:30 PM. See Weekly Rides for details.

Thursday, June 21 - Narberth ChainSmokers. 6:00 PM. See Weekly Rides for details.

Thursday, June 21 - Bryn Mawr Local B Training Ride. 6:00 PM. See Weekly Rides for details.

Thursday, June 21 - Thursday C+/C- Training Ride. 6:00 PM. See Weekly Rides for details.

Thursday, June 21 - Schuylkill River Trail B-/C Ride. 6:15 PM. See Weekly Rides for details.

Saturday, June 23 - Doylestown via Peace Valley Park. 9:00. Class C/C+, 12- 13 mph, B-, 13-15 mph average, 55 miles. Meet at Bruno's, Northwestern and Germantown Aves, at 8:45 for a prompt 9:00 start; we will not wait for late arrivals. The terrain is rolling with a few easy climbs. We will stop at Peace Valley at mile 26 for a brief restroom and snack break and again in Doylestown at mile 35 for a sit- down food break. Accurate cue sheets provided for those who want to ride at their own pace, but there are at least two turns that are easy to miss. All others be prepared to regroup periodically when we stretch out, or there is a mechanical or flat tire. The B-ride is a joint ride with SCU. Leaders: Margaret Lenzi (C/C+), 215-247- 9169, and Jeff Bakely (B-), 215-843-1093, .

Saturday, June 23 - C+ training ride (Ambler) (Adhoc). Class C+, 13-14 mph, 42 miles.. This ride leaves from the Italian Fountain at *9:00am* and heads to Ambler. We'll try to keep a steady pace and effort (rolling speed on flat terrain ~ 15 mph). Bring money for a snack at Ambler's coffee shop. If you are interested, Route Map and Elevation Profile here: http://www.mapmyride.com/ride/united-states/pa/philadelphia/448390860. Leaders: Rafael Corredoira, 215-747-0930, and Thomas Lipscomb, 215- 880-5238, .

Saturday, June 23 - Saturday C- Rides in NE Philly and New Jersey. See Weekly Rides for details. Leader: Dick Trickey, 215-288-5907.

Sunday, June 24 - B Ramble. Noon. Class B, 13-14 mph, 40 miles. Life is a mystery and so is the destination of this ride. Aren't surprises fun? Meet at the Italian Fountain at noon. Leader: Werner Carrieri, 215-680-2618, .

Sunday, June 24 - 25th Annual Schuylkill Canal Day. 8:30. Class C+, 11 mph, about 50 miles. Starts at 8:30 from Manhattan Bagels in the Chesterbrook Shopping Center. The ride will take us along some well traveled biking roads in western Montgomery County to the Oaks Reach of the historic Schuylkill Canal. Lunch at St. Michael's picnic/fair in Port Providence; view the annual events and sights at Lock #60 and perhaps watch the opening of the lock. For more info about the Schuylkill Canal and Canal Day, go to www.schuylkillcanal.com. Although we stop to regroup, and no one is dropped, this is not a ride for beginners. Expect some hills. Bring a snack, fluid, money and a lock. A multi club ride. Cue sheets provided. Call if you need information or directions to the start. Leaders: Arnie Roseman, 610- 640- 4529, and Steve Trobovic, , 610-687- 9229; 610-209-8259 (cell Sun.)

Sunday, June 24 - Instructional Riding Class for New Riders. noon. Class D, 10-12 mph, 10 miles. Class begins with basic information on what to do to be ready to ride. We will regroup often to discuss group riding and safety rules, gearing and efficiency, and riding in traffic. Most of the instruction will be done on the bike and no one will be left behind. Meet at noon at the formal entrance to the Azalea Garden at the circle behind the Art Museum. If you plan to attend or have any questions, please contact Margaret. Leaders: Margaret Lenzi, 215-247-9169, and Tom Stewart, .

Sunday, June 24 - Sunny Sunday C Spin-Off. 12:15 PM. See Weekly Rides for details. Leader: Chuck Martin, 215-923-1887.

Sunday, June 24 - Battle the British Breakfast ride (Adhoc). Class C 12-14, 30. This ride leaves from 22nd and Spring Garden at 8:45 .We're going to Red Bank State Park in National Park New Jersey, the site of Fort Mercer where The American shelled the Delaware and kept the British from attack George Washington at Valley Forge. Hessian troops attacked this fort and were destroyed. Bring money for brunch and a lock. . Leader(s): Henry L Lazarus, , 2672596275

Sunday, June 24 - Vernon's 52nd Annual Birthday Ride Revisited. 9:00. Birthday ride revisited, because the expected rain scared riders off on my birthday ride, I shall do it again. A 62 mile ride to Doylestown's Red Barn. This is a B+ ride, but I will provide que sheets for slower riders. Leader: Vernon Lucas, 215- 815-9137 .

Monday, June 25 - Monday on the Main Line. 6:00/6:30 PM. See Weekly Rides for details.

Tuesday, June 26 - Narberth ChainSmokers. 6:00 PM. See Weekly Rides for details.

Tuesday, June 26 - Evening C+ Ride from Mt Airy. 6:00 PM. See Weekly Rides for details.

Tuesday, June 26 - Mailing the July 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.

Wednesday, June 27 - Northeast B-/C+ Training Ride. 5:30 PM. See Weekly Rides for details.

Wednesday, June 27 - Evening B/B+ Ride from Glenside. 6:30 PM. See Weekly Rides for details.

Thursday, June 28 - Narberth ChainSmokers. 6:00 PM. See Weekly Rides for details.

Thursday, June 28 - Bryn Mawr Local B Training Ride. 6:00 PM. See Weekly Rides for details.

Thursday, June 28 - Thursday C+/C- Training Ride. 6:00 PM. See Weekly Rides for details.

Thursday, June 28 - Schuylkill River Trail B-/C Ride. 6:15 PM. See Weekly Rides for details.

Saturday, June 30 - Bruno's to Paoli. 8:30. Class B+, 16-17 mph, 55~ miles. We'll leave from Bruno's promptly at 8:30 and head west on one of my favorite hilly routes toward Paoli and Valley Forge Park. If you wish to leave from Glenside, contact me, as I will be riding to Bruno's from home starting at 7:45. The featured climb on this ride is Diamond Rock Road, just west of Valley Forge. One food stop at the Wawa in Paoli. Rain cancels. Leader: Chris Beetham, 215-740-0973, .

Saturday, June 30 - C+ Training Ride: North Wales I. 9:00. 13-14 mph, 51 miles. This ride leaves from the Italian Fountain at 9:00 and heads to North Wales. We'll try to keep a steady pace and effort: rolling speed on flat terrain ~15-16 mph. Bring money for a snack at Fresh Grocer. If you are interested, route map and elevation profile here: http://www.mapmyride.com/ride/united-states/pa/philadelphia/465571421.
Leaders: Rafael Corredoira, 215-747-0930, and Thomas Lipscomb, 215-880-5238, .

Saturday, June 30 - Saturday C- Rides in NE Philly and New Jersey. See Weekly Rides for details. It is supposed to cool down a bit so we will try the ride to Bordentown. We will leave at 9 promptly from next to the convenience store & Dunkin Donuts in Palmyra, the first left turn after the Tacony Bridge. It is about 30 miles to Bordentown and brunch. We take the Light Rail back most of the way; we can get off at any station after the Rancocas to bike the rest of the way. Fare on the train is $1.35 and $0.65 for those 62 and older. If there are too many in the group to fit on one train we may have to split up into two groups for the train - I think they leave every 30 minutes. You can look up schedules, etc under NJ transit systems. Madge plans to ride with us but we will be driving over the bridge this first time. Any questions, call Leader: Dick Trickey, 215-288-5907.

June 2007 BCP Schedule

WEEKLY RIDES & GENERAL RIDE DESCRIPTIONS

Monthly Ride Calendar