12 Month Area Ride Event Calendar

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July, 2010

• 26th Annual Delaware Doublecross [7/4/2010]
  Middletown, Delaware. The shortest, flattest state double crossing in the United States - 32 and 62 mile routes. Contact: Jeff Phillips



• Alleghany Gran Fondo [7/10/2010]
  Join ex-professional rider Saul Raisin and hundreds of other cycling enthusiasts for the inaugural Alleghany Gran Fondo in the Alleghany Highlands region on Virginia (Clifton Forge/Covington) on Saturday, July 10. Routes of 35, 60 and 88 miles are offered, all on quiet roads with beautiful scenery, well-stocked rest stops, marshaled and well-marked intersections and neutral mechanical support. The 60 and 88-mile routes include the 4-mile long, Category 1 climb of Warm Springs Mountain. Full details at www.alleghanygranfondo.com. Use code "Spokes 2010" for $15 off the regular entry fee at online registration. Contact: Matt Butterman



• Shoo-Fly Classic Bike Ride - August 29 [7/10/2010]
  Tour the beautiful Oley Valley and enjoy one of the premier riding locations in the area. Long winding down hills, gently rolling farmland, a covered bridge and historic landmarks, Oley Valley has got it all. Try the 60-mile ride out to the Trexlertown Velodrome. This ride takes you over the same roads that pro riders from around the world have trained on. There is some climbing but the downhill payoff is spectacular. Need 100 miles? Then add on the beautiful 40 mile ride option out to the Daniel Boone Homestead. Need something less? Then enjoy a nice gently rolling 20 mile ride over a rustic covered bridge and through the valley. Snack and drink is provided for registered riders at our start/finish area and at mid-ride refreshment stops on the 40 and 62 mile loops. Go to www.berksbicycle.com for more details Contact: Walt Hug



• Cycling Clinic [7/12/2010]
  A FREE clinic for new, experienced and elite cyclists in support of Penn Medicine's LIVESTRONG (TM) Challenge Team to include: 1. Common Cycling Injuries and Prevention Strategies by Jeffrey O'Neill, PT, DPT, OCS Penn Therapy and Fitness Physical Therapist 2. Ask the Doctor Section: by Brian J. Sennett MD, Chief of Sports Medicine, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania 3. Bike Fit Presentation by Toby Balch, Sales Manager Bicycle Therapy Refreshments Provided by Trader Joe's Date July 12, 2010 Time: 7:30pm-9:00pm Place: Penn Sports Medicine Center Weightman Hall 235 S 33rd Street Philadelphia, PA 19104 Limited parking available adjacent to the facility. Metered parking available on 33rd street. Additional parking available at Penn Tower Garage Limited Space: please confirm that you will attend via email to Jeffrey O'Neill, PT, DPT, OCS at jeffrey.oneill@uphs.upenn.edu or drop into Bicycle Therapy 2211 South Street Contact: Jeffrey O'Neill



• Neighborhood Bike Works Ride of Dreams::July 17-20 [7/17/2010]
  Join Neighborhood Bike Works (NBW) and fellow cyclists, including members of the NBW youth racing team, on a 240 +/- mile fundraising ride. Create a memorable experience for their youth racing team and raise funds and awareness for NBW. Leave from NBW Philly (UPenn campus) to Harrisburg and back; overnight stays in New Holland, Hershey and Strasburg Website and registration ($75) to open on or about March 28! $500 minimum fundraising needed to ride; all funds benefit NBW; includes ride support, overnight lodging and food. Contact: Sergio Armani



• Greenbrier Valley Wheels of Hope Ride [7/17/2010]
  The 4th annual bicycle ride begins and ends in unique, historic Lewisburg, WV. Routes of 21, 56, and 86 miles take bicyclists through the area’s beautiful, rolling farmland and countryside. All routes are fully supported and have great rest stops. Proceeds from the event go towards cancer survivorship to The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Contact: Bill Zahuranec



• 23rd Annual Irish Pub Tour de Shore [7/18/2010]
  Starting at the Irish Pub on 20th and Walnut Streets in Philadelphia, the Tour de Shore is a 65 mile bike ride from Philadelphia to Atlantic City. The finish line is at the Irish Pub in Atlantic City, where riders are welcomed to an outdoor patio party including food, drinks, music and prizes. All proceeds will benefit the following Philadelphia Police charities: FOP Survivors Fund, Daniel Faulkner Educational Grand Fund and the Police Athletic League of Philadelphia. Contact: Amanda Wozniak



• 113 River to River Ride [7/24/2010]
  The River to River Heritage Corridor Bicycle Tour, which starts and ends in Souderton PA, is a one-day event on Saturday, July 24, 2010 that takes cyclists between the Delaware and Schuylkill Rivers. This year’s route will feature Montgomery County to start the day followed by Bucks County. Most of the route is along lightly traveled roads adjacent to Route 113, taking cyclists through small towns with farms, churches and businesses that date back to the 1700s. Most of the ride offers rolling terrain, but there are a few climbs along the way. Cyclists can ride routes of 25, 50, 75 or 100 miles; all routes are loops. Proceeds benefit Heritage Conservancy, a regional leader in natural and historic preservation. Founded in 1958, Heritage Conservancy promotes open space preservation, natural resource protection, property stewardship, historic preservation, adaptive reuse of existing structures, wildlife habitat restoration, and biodiversity. These goals are achieved through professional land use planning and design, public outreach and education, innovative land conservation and historic preservation strategies, and the application of best management practices for property stewardship. Heritage Conservancy is a nonprofit membership organization. To learn more, visit www.heritageconservancy.org or call 215-345-7020 Contact: Bill McCoach



• 10th Annual Tour de Tinicum [7/25/2010]
  Bicycle tour beautiful Tinicum Township, Bucks County Pennsylvania. All rides start and end at the Delaware Valley Volunteer Fire Company firehouse. Registration Opens at 8:00. Five fully supported bicycle rides of varying difficulty Towpath/Family Ride, The Classic Tour, Mixed Road Tour, The Hills of Tinicum Tour, Endurance Tour plus a Metric Century Pre-registration (Free Tour T-shirt if registered before 7/19) - $20.00. Day of Event Re gistration - $25.00 Children (under 12) ride free if accompanied by a registered adult rider. The Tour de Tinicum features fully marked rides, mechanical and sag support, rest stops, and post ride firehouse picnic. For complete details, including directions, contact info and a downloadable registration form, see www.delawarevalleyfire.com The Tour de Tinicum held for the benefit of the The Delaware Valley Volunteer Fire Company. Contact: Rick Armitage

August, 2010

• Colorado Rocky Mountain Bicycle Tour [8/1/2010]
  Benefiting the University of Colorado Hospital. The 2010 ride will be extra special with routes over Trail Ridge Road and to Mount Evans, the highest paved road in the world! We will continue our tradition of climbing over classic Colorado mountain passes like Tennessee, Fremont, Loveland, and Squaw Pass. We will also ride the super scenic Peak to Peak Highway. Contact: Kevin Caldwell



• 2010 Mass BikePike Tour [8/5/2010]
  The 4th Annual Mass BikePike Tour, a bicycle tour in Massachusetts, is now accepting registrations for this four-day event taking place August 5-8th, 2010. The bike tour will begin and end in Amherst, with daily riding options ranging from 30 to 65 miles. The Mass BikePike Tour is a celebration of cycling in Massachusetts. Families and individuals who want a move leisurely pace will enjoy ample opportunity to explore the state's scenic byways, quaint towns, and all the varied attractions the region has to offer. All the routes are hilly, but if you really want to test yourself, we have an option on day 3 to climb Mt. Wachusett which includes a one mile climb at a steady 9% grade to the Visitors Center at the State Park and then a climb up the mountain access road to the summit at 2,000 feet above sea level. Overnight stops will feature great places to camp (indoor options available) and hardy meals featuring fresh local products. Participants who prefer an alternative to camping can choose to stay close by at local inns or B&Bs. Registered riders will receive maps, route descriptions, lists of local attractions along the route, access to snack stops, SAG support, a commemorative T-shirt, and the camaraderie of friendly folks having a good time. Proceeds from the event will benefit MassBike, the statewide bicycle advocacy group. Early discounted registration is available until March 1st , 2010 For more information and registration details, visit the web site at www.MassBikePike. orgor call 617-710-1832. And now on Facebook at http://www.facebook .com/#!/pages/Mass- BikePike- Tour/18300719259 9?ref=nf. Contact: Bruce Lederer



• New Great Northern Crossing tour [8/7/2010]
  An all-new Northern Crossing will return for 2010 and Pedal Pennsylvania is looking forward to your return to touring with us. The Northern Crossing is the number one requested tour and were excited to bring it back. Ride 55 - 65 miles on northern PA backroads. Hotel and camping option. Contact: Bill McCoach



• Princeton Bicycling Event [8/7/2010]
  30TH ANNUAL PRINCETON FREE WHEELERS BICYCLING EVENT. Tour the New Jersey countryside with rides from an easy 16 miles to a scenic century, from flats to rolling hills. Marked routes, cue sheets, rest stops with snacks, sags, free parking, and post-ride lunch. Price: $30 ($10 for 16 and under). Register by July 26 to get a free Event T-shirt. Visit princetonfreewheelers.com for information, registration, directions. Questions?: Phone 609-882-4739 or contact infoguy@princetonfreewheelers.com. Contact: Michael Suber, Publicity Coordinator



• 3rd Annual Buy Fresh Bike Local in S. Central PA [8/7/2010]
  Capital Resource Conservation and Development Area Council, South Central PA Buy Fresh Buy Local and the Cumberland Valley Visitors Bureau, will host the event on Saturday, August 7, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The routes meander through rolling hills and farmland of Cumberland County. Two 25-mile routes for riders 16 and older, and one less challenging 10-mile route. Routes begin at South Middleton Park in Boiling Springs, PA. Participants will find a picnic meal waiting for them at nearby Dickinson College Farm, with dishes prepared by local chefs, caterers and farmers. Visit with vendors and local artisans or get a relaxing massage. Cost is $25.00 per person and include the picnic lunch. Visit http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/117903 or print the registration form at www.capitalrcd.org. $5.00 “Early Bird” discount before July 21. Proceeds benefit the South Central PA Chapter of Buy Fresh Buy Local. Out of town guests can qualify for a $5.00 rebate on ride costs by enjoying any overnight facility in Cumberland County. This event is rain or shine. Contact: Cheryl Burns



• Endure For A Cure [8/8/2010]
  EFC 2010 is a non-competitive ride to raise awareness, and funds for cancer research, education, advocacy and service efforts.  Our inspirational theme, Who are you riding for?,  recognizes that almost everyone knows someone that has been touched by cancer. Join us in the fight, sign up as individual or form a team... we look forward to battling with you on August 8, 2010! Contact: tonyehn verkitus



• Gran Fondo Colnago Philadelphia [8/8/2010]
  Gran Fondos are long distance, mass-participation cycling events – not races – that have become immensely popular in Italy. Participation is open to recreational and competitive amateur cyclists, and tens of thousands of riders of all abilities participate. Gran Fondos are often named after famous cyclists of the past, or after companies with a long heritage in cycling. Some of the most famous Gran Fondos include the Prosecco Classic, the Nove Colli and the Felice Gimondi. Gran Fondo Colnago Philadelphia Now this exciting cycling tradition has come to Philadelphia as part of America’s first Gran Fondo series. Just like in Italy, the Gran Fondo Colnago Philadelphia includes a mass start, three challenging routes, fantastic giveaways, a consumer expo, well-stocked aid stations, mechanical support and a fun post-race party. Every participant in Gran Fondo Colnago Philadelphia wears a timing chip. This ensures that cyclists complete the entire course, and allows the event to score athletes over the toughest climb and award King – and Queen – of the Mountains prizes in every age group. All Abilities Welcome Some cyclists enter for the challenge and satisfaction of making it to the finish line; others want to push themselves and their friends; and some ride to win. Charity Support The Gran Fondo Colnago Philadelphia helps support the research and educational initiatives of the American Melanoma Foundation. Skin care and sun protection are important issues for everyone, especially endurance athletes who spend hours outside riding their bikes. Please join us on August 8, 2010 for the Gran Fondo Colnago Philadelphia. It will prove to be an unforgettable cycling experience! Event Distances In 2010, Gran Fondo Colnago Philadelphia will offer three route options: Gran Fondo — Long Route (102 mi /169 km) with timed King of the Mountain climb Medio Fondo — Medium Route (63 mi / 100 km) Piccolo Fondo — Short Route (32 mi / 50 km) Start Times All routes start at 7:00 AM FREE Cycling Jersey All registered cyclists will receive a limited edition commemorative cycling jersey with their paid entry. Event Cut-Off Time The Gran Fondo Colnago Philadelphia will be officially over at 5:00 PM. All athletes must be off of the course by that time. Day of Event Registration THERE WILL BE NO DAY OF EVENT REGISTRATION! Contact: info@granfondophiladelphia.com



• Brake the Cycle of Poverty [8/8/2010]
  Come join us on August 8th for the 1st annual "Brake the Cycle of Poverty"—a bike ride and family fun day from 9-1 PM at the Kutztown Park. Choose from 10 or 25 mile routes. We will have SAG support, well marked routes and cue sheets, EMT at the park, food for registered riders, goodie bags, coupons, prizes, and more. Don't want to ride? Come to the park and support the rider in your family and enjoy games and family fun. Registration starts at 8:30 AM. $25 individual registration fee ($35 day of event) and children under 12 ride for FREE! Register in advance and get a t-shirt, otherwise as supplies last. For more information please visit www.friendinc.org or call (610) 683-7790. Contact: Erica Hesselson



• AIDS Vaccine Ride [8/10/2010]
  Join us for a spectacularly scenic tour from Burlington, Vermont to Portland, Maine. Take a few days to make new friends, see some beautiful countryside, and raise money for a phenomenal cause-- AIDS vaccine research! Food, SAG support, well marked routes and friendliness all provided. Register at Charitytreks.org-- By the end, you'll feel like family! Contact: Wendy Sheeran



• The Blue Ridge Bicycle Club Artie Levin / Historic ’76 Ride [8/10/2010]
  Roanoke, VA to Lexington, VA Sunday, August 8, 2010 Join us for one of the most scenic rides in the area. This year’s routes will follow the famous and beautiful 76 TransAmerica Trail All Routes follow the Historic 76 Bike route which is clearly marked. The Routes will travel towards Lexington which will be the turn around point for the Century. It will be a folded route –out and back. All 3 distances will follow the same route; turning around sooner at designated areas will shorten the distance. Route Distances: ¼ Century ½ Century Century (100 miles) Start Point: Walrond Park, Roanoke County, Roanoke, VA Directions: From I-81 – Take Exit 146 towards Hollins (Plantation Road) and proceed approximately 1/4 mile to Walrond Drive, between Sunnybrook Garage and Double Envelope. Turn right on Walrond Drive and proceed into Walrond Park. Start time: 7:00 AM – 7:30 AM – Century Riders 7:30 AM – 8:00 AM – ½ Century Riders 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM – ¼ Century Riders Finish: Walrond Park ** Note after 2:00 PM the finish will be moved to Virginia Air parking lot adjacent to the Park Registration: BRBC Members: $8 pre-registration $10 day of event Non-Members: $10 pre-registration $15 day of event To register online with Paypal (you must have paypal account): To register by mail: Download Registration Form Questions regarding registration contact Mary Nottingham Ride is minimally supported to keep cost at a minimum. BRBC volunteers will be at the start to help with parking and check in riders. All Riders will be given route Map/Queue sheet. There will be bike support/water/bathrooms available at the start. SAG vehicles will be along the route to offer assistance to riders. Vehicles will be equipped with Bike Racks (to transport disabled bikes/riders), fluids, nutrition, communication abilities (cell phones), first aid kits for minor problems, and basic bike repair items. There will not be any BRBC supported rest stops along the routes. Riders are encouraged to carry money and to support the numerous local stores/restaurants along the scenic route. After the ride you are welcome to “tail gate” with other cyclists! Contact: Mary Nottingham



• 14th Annual Eat A Peach Challenge Bike Ride [8/14/2010]
  The Brain Injury Association of Maryland presents the 14th Annual Eat A Peach Challenge Bike Ride on Saturday, August 14, 2010. 12-, 33-, 40-, 67-, and 100-mile routes which start and end at the Peach Festival at the Carroll County Agricultural Center in Westminster, MD, and wind their way through Carroll and Frederick Counties. This is a fully-supported ride with SAG (support and gear) vehicles on all routes, as well as staffed rest stops along the routes. Get together a team and have a great day, enjoy some peach cobbler, peach pie, and a peach sundae, and raise money for a good cause! Online registration is available at www.charmcityrun.com, or more information, contact (410)448-2924, info@biamd.org or visit www.biamd.org to download a registration brochure. Contact: Suzanne Kantt



• Ride To See - Bicycle Tour [8/14/2010]
  Kent County MD., sponsored by Galena Lions Club offering at least 5 routes (15 to 100 miles) throughout beautiful Kent County Maryland on the Chesapeake Bay. Saturday, August 14th, 2010. Show and go at 6:00 a.m .at the Galena Middle School. Cost is $30 and 100% of proceeds are donated to charity. Contact: Sally Smith



• Mike Clark Memorial Ride [8/14/2010]
  Conquer the Hills – Feature Ride! 100K, 75 mile, 50K routes take cyclists through scenic New Castle County, Delaware and Chester County, Pennsylvania traversing up some of the most challenging hills in the area. Ride the Rollers – 50 mile and 25 mile routes on gently rolling terrain. Kid’s Ride – a 6-mile guided route will be provided for children, including children from the Boys and Girls Clubs of Delaware. Minimum age is 8 years. Amenities include t-shirts, rest stops stocked with goodies and post-ride refreshments. Massages also available! --- Start and Finish: Alexis I. duPont High School, 50 Hillside Road, Greenville, DE. Located just off DE Rt. 52/Kennett Pike Register Online at BikeReg.com (Recreational Rides, Mid-Atlantic). To register by mail, send a check for $25.00 payable to the Delaware Community Foundation. In the memo section, reference “MCLF Fund # CL876”. Send to: P.O. Box 30165, Wilmington, DE 19805. Be sure to include name, mailing address, email address, course, and t-shirt size. Pre-registration is $25 (before Aug. 12). Day-of Registration is $35. Kid’s Ride is $15. --- Proceeds benefit the Mike Clark Legacy Foundation (MCLF), which proudly supports the Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware and its Fast Cats Track & Field team. The Fast Cats team creates a structured activity for youth and provides an opportunity to belong to a team and set personal goals.With the support of the MCLF, the Fast Cats encompasses not only track and field activities but also tutoring, mentoring, financial literacy, and nutritional education. Contact: Andrea Ladany



• Spokes for Folk [8/14/2010]
  Family Friendly ride, proceeds benefit the Philadelphia Folk Song Society. 12 or 24 mile ride (one lap or two). On a section of the Perkiomen trail. $25 registration, SAG support, snacks and ride T-shirt. Ride begins and ends at Perkiomen Park with a stop at the site of the Philadelphia Folk Festival. Two lap ride departs at 9:30, one lap at 10:30 am. Contact: Anne S. Smith



• Covered Bridge Metric Century - No Day of Event Registration [8/15/2010]
  Come and enjoy, with us, the Lancaster Bicycle Club's 32nd annual Covered Bridge Metric Century, on Sunday August 15, 2010. These 100, 50 and 25 kilometer (62, 31 & 15 mile) rides wind their way through some of Pennsylvania's most famous rural scenery, including six covered bridges. The terrain is rolling with a few hills on the 100K ride and flat to moderately rolling on the 50K & 25K rides. The rewards are stunning vistas of the richest farmland in America. The proceeds from this ride fund the Lancaster Bicycle Club's grants program. Since 2000, the Lancaster Bicycle Club has provided in excess of $165,000 in grant money in support of Lancaster County bicycle related requests. Registration: Limited to 3000 riders There will be NO Day-of-Event Registrations Contact:



• 32nd Annual Ramapo Rally [8/15/2010]
  The BTCNJ (Bicycle Touring Club of North Jersey) Ramapo Rally is the premier bicycling event in northern New Jersey. Six different ride lengths are offered: 125, 100, 62, 45, 25 and 12 miles. Seasoned cyclists attack the hills in the Highland area of New Jersey in groups escorted by experienced ride leaders, or venture out on their own following detailed cue sheets and road markings. Novice riders can participate in the 12 or 25 mile rides. Well-stocked rest stops along each route provide cyclists with great artisan bread, peanut butter and jelly, energy bars, drinks, home baked goods, and comfort facilities. SAG wagons provide assistance to riders with mechanical or physical problems. A portion of the proceeds from the Rally support the activities of Camp Sunshine, a local facility for multiply- disabled children and young adults. Contact: Joan Brickman



• LIVESTRONG Challenge Philadelphia [8/21/2010]
  August 21 – 22, 2010. Montgomery County Community College, Blue Bell, PA. 5K or 10K run/walk and 10, 20, 40, 70, or 100 mile bike ride options. The LIVESTRONG Challenge is a multi-day, multi-sport fundraising event series. For 13 years, the Challenge has raised more than $60 million for the fight against cancer. Register at: www.teamlivestrong.org Contact: Dashiell Collins, AnneMarie Rickes



• Knights for Sight Metric Century [8/21/2010]
  15-miles, 35 miles, and 65 miles. Tour the scenic back roads of Maryland’s Eastern Shore (and Delaware) while helping to alleviate the suffering of blindness in the world.Help the Salisbury Lions Club meet the challenge by joining us for a leisurely ride through the small towns and rural byways of Delmarva. Stops for refreshment along the way, sag support, a cue sheet and map, and a short-sleeved T-shirt. Ride is Show N Go. Registration is 7:30 to 9:00 a.m. http://www.active.com/cycling/salisbury-md/salisbury-lions-club-knights-for-sight-metric-century-2010 Contact: Peter Hutchinson



• Round the Valley [8/28/2010]
  Round the Valley, Lebanon County, PA, is a scenic, beautiful ride through peaceful farmland and charming towns on lightly traveled roads. The ride has exciting vistas and well supported rest stops. Rides incude a 100 mile perimeter ride of the county, a metric century, 25 mile ride and a short family ride. An excellent summer season ending ride. Contact: Karen Moyer



• Shorefire Century [8/28/2010]
  Middletown High School, Middletown, DE. Ride beautiful, scenic routes (35, 65, and 100 miles) taking you through flat to gently rolling farmland in central Delaware and Maryland's Eastern Shore. All routes will be marked with support (until 5:00 p.m.). A wide array of bicycle friendly food will be available at rest stops at regular intervals (five on the century). Registration/departure 7:00-10:00 am (closes 9:00 am for the century); no mass start. $20 by August 1, $25 thereafter, including day of event registration. Shorefire tee-shirt –$10; pre-order by Aug. 1. Marked routes, cue sheets, sag wagons, food stops, and event souvenir Contact: Bonnie Watkins



• Windham 2010 Mountain Bike World Cup Festival [8/28/2010]
  Saturday August 28 - UCI World Cup Cross-country Race the World Downhill. UCI World Cup 4X Finals Sunday August 29 - Race the World Cross-country Kid's Fun Race. UCI World Cup Downhill Finals RACEWINDHAM.COM for more information Contact: Jo Ann LeSage Nelson



• Shoo-Fly Classic Bike Ride - August 29 [8/29/2010]
  Shoo-Fly Classic Bike Ride - August 29 [7/10/2010] Tour the beautiful Oley Valley and enjoy one of the premier riding locations in the area. Long winding down hills, gently rolling farmland, a covered bridge and historic landmarks, Oley Valley has got it all. Try the 60-mile ride out to the Trexlertown Velodrome. This ride takes you over the same roads that pro riders from around the world have trained on. There is some climbing but the downhill payoff is spectacular. Need 100 miles? Then add on the beautiful 40 mile ride option out to the Daniel Boone Homestead. Need something less? Then enjoy a nice gently rolling 20 mile ride over a rustic covered bridge and through the valley. Snack and drink is provided for registered riders at our start/finish area and at mid-ride refreshment stops on the 40 and 62 mile loops. Go to www.berksbicycle.com for more details. Contact: Walt Hug

September, 2010

• The Peter Odell Memorial Ride [9/5/2010]
  16th Annual New Hope to New York Ride Come with the Bicycle Club of Philadelphia on this annual event. This is the only century that takes you to the capital of the world: New York City. Participants can choose from three different ride classes: A, B, and C, in addition to four distances: 125, 90, 70, and 50 miles Contact: Art Elwood



• Great Peanut Tour - September 9-12 [9/9/2010]
  Please join us this September and enjoy four great days of bicycle riding and touring in beautiful Southside Virginia and Northeastern North Carolina. We are happy again to have our event at Cattail Creek Campground, which will be open this year for the bike ride. A series of rides and tours is designed to appeal to all levels of bicycle riders, and a grand country setting serves as our backdrop. Contact: Robert Wrenn



• Delaware's 24th Annual Amish Country Bike Tour and Race [9/11/2010]
  Saturday, September 11, 2010. Join 1,500 cyclists for the 24th annual Amish Country Bike Tour in Dover, Delaware. Great for all ages and abilities through the flatlands of Delaware's Amish countryside. Loops include 15, 25, 50, 62 and 100 miles, plus a 25-mile competitive race on a separate loop. Bike Tour entry fee includes food stops including the famous Amish pie stop at the Amish Schoolhouse. After-tour party with live band and catered picnic lunch. Tentatively planned for this year is a patriotic bike parade to honor 9/11. This event is sponsored by Kent County Tourism. Proceeds from the bike tour are also shared with the Central Delaware YMCA and the Amish Schoolhouse Education Program. For more information or to register, visit us on-line or call 800-233-5368. Contact: Cindy Small



• Barbara Cook Run-Ride-Walk for Cancer [9/11/2010]
  The Barbara Cook Run-Ride-Walk for Cancer. Saturday, September 11th, New Jersey Motorsports Park, Millville, NJ. - A fun-filled ride on smooth, scenic, pineland roads. Includes laps on the super fast Thunderbolt Raceway. Eleven mile, half-metric century, and full-century options. Maps, cue sheets, signed roads, t-shirts, goodie bags, rest-stops, SAG Support, and baked goods provided. Benefits the Lance Armstrong Foundation and the South Jersey Healthcare Cancer Center. Enjoy Professional Class Motorcycle racing after the ride. Competitive running, The New Jersey Mud Run, BMX Demonstration, BBQ, and Live Music occurring throughout the day. Visit www.bcrrw.org for more information. Contact: Norm Walker



• Delaware's 24th Annual Amish Country Bike Tour [9/11/2010]
  DOVER, DE – Delaware’s 24th Annual Amish Country Bike Tour and 25-Mile Bike Race set for Saturday, September 11, starting at Legislative Mall in Dover, Delaware. The bike tour, suited for all ages and abilities, includes 15, 25, 50, 62 and 100-mile loops, plus a separate 25-mile race loop, through the flatlands of Delaware’s Amish farmlands. Rest stops include the famous Amish Schoolhouse where members of the Amish community serve home-baked pies and cookies. Several additional food stops will be included, featuring healthy snacks, sandwiches and beverages. The Amish Country Bike Tour is produced by the non-profit Kent County Tourism and raises money for non-profit organizations. Register now by visit www.visitdover.com or call 800-233-5368. Contact: Cindy Small



• 3rd Annual Philly Bike/Walk/Roll for Pain Relief [9/11/2010]
  On Saturday, September 11, bikers, walkers and wheelchair participants will come together to end chronic pain. The bike ride portion covers 18 miles along the Schuylkill River Trail in Philadelphia. The goals of the event are to raise awareness and funds to support charity organizations which help people with chronic pain. This year's charity is Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome Association (RSDSA), an organization dedicated to helping people with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS, also called RSD), a severe neurologic pain condition which affects 1.2 million Americans. Registration is required and forms can be obtained from CopeWithPain@gmail.com. The registration deadline is September 1. If you can't ride but would like to donate, visit: www.firstgiving.com/3rdannualphillybikewalkrollforpainrelief Contact: Sarah Whitman



• 14th Annual BCP Scenic Schuylkill Century [9/11/2010]
  Join 1,000 fellow cyclists for a picturesque tour through some of the most beautiful and quiet roads Philadelphia and Montgomery County have to offer. Whether you’re an avid or recreational cyclist, we have an award winning route for you through some of the most beautiful and quiet roads the Greater Philadelphia area has to offer. -- Ride our 25 or 40 mile route, or challenge yourself to our metric or full century route -- Breakfast at the start -- Five rest stops (with homemade goodies) -- Pizza bash at the finish -- SAG/mechanical support throughout. Contact:



• Transportation Alternatives’ New York City Century Bike Tour [9/12/2010]
  Transportation Alternatives’ New York City Century Bike Tour is our largest fundraiser of the year, taking place on September 12, 2010. Choose your ride from 15, 35, 55, 75 or 100 mile routes and ride at your own pace while exploring NYC and supporting Transportation Alternatives. Start planning with friends and family. For more information go to www.nyccentury.org or call 212-629-8080. Contact: Molly Sullivan



• 8th Annual Harford County Pink Ribbon Ride [9/18/2010]
  Harford Community College, Bel Air Maryland. Ride consists of routes of 4, 12, 25, 40, 62 and 100 miles (which combines the 40 and 62 mile routes) around Harford Community College and throughout Harford County. Proceeds raised will support the programs of the Chesapeake Cancer Alliance as well as the programs of The Red Devils at the Upper Chesapeake Medical Center Rides will leave from the Susquehanna Center Building on the campus of Harford Community College starting at 7 AM. Marked routes, SAG, rest stops, cue sheets, maps provided as well as lunch. Massages will be available from 11 to 3. Showers available for use after the ride. $30 if preregistered by September 4 and $35 after September 4 and on site. Graduated fees for family members participating in the ride. Tee shirts available for $17 with preregistration and limited number of shirts will be available day of ride. Register on line at www.active.com or www.bike4breastcancer.org. Contact: Adele Snowman



• End Duchenne Bike Tour [9/19/2010]
  Woolwich Twp NJ. Choice of 2 scenic routes, 25 & 53 miles, through the farmlands of South Jersey. $20 early reg; $25 after 8/1; includes a stocked rest stops,sag, post-ride meal and t-shirt. Host organization is ParentProjectMD. Proceeds go towards research to find a cure for Duchenne. Contact: Greg Scian



• Source of the Delaware [9/22/2010]
  The Source of the Delaware is a 250 mile four day ride traversing magnificent and varied terrain. We experience many long stretches along the Delaware River, but we have not forgotten the climbers. New York’s Catskills, the Poconos of Pennsylvania, and aptly named High Point in northern New Jersey have their share of challenges. Views can be spectacular, that’s part of the appeal. Source of the Delaware, like other Pedal PA tours, is for a cyclist who relishes some long mile days and varying topography. Contact: Bill McCoach



• 5th Annual Tour de Tellico [9/25/2010]
  Sat., Sept. 25, 2010 will mark the fifth annual Tour de Tellico century and fun ride events including 50 km, 100 km rides and a 100 mile century option. The 50 km route will begin at Tellico Village Square, loop southeast of TN 72 traversing back roads, farmland and gentle hills offering spectacular views. The more challenging 100 km and 100 mile century course include steeper grades and more spectacular scenery. These courses begin at the Tellico Village Square in Loudon, TN and extend into Smoky Mountains foothills and return along the east shore of Tellico Lake. This Rotary Club hosted fund-raising event benefits Habitat for Humanity and local Boys & Girls Clubs. Additional information and updated entry costs will be available in early 2010 at www.tourdetellico.com Contact: Bob Luedeka



• 16th Annual Escape from New York [9/25/2010]
  Escape the crowds and ride out of Manhattan into our favorite cycling territory: the West Hudson Highlands. Enjoy the hospitality of New York Cycle Club as we go all out to deliver a food-filled, fun-filled and fabulous day of riding to all our friends in the cycling community. Choose one of three beautiful, well-marked routes of 50, 65 or 100 miles, all beginning and ending in Manhattan. All will offer picture-postcard views of the Hudson River and Palisades as you cross the George Washington Bridge and ride through the hidden pleasures of Bergen and Rockland Counties. After the ride join us for Manganaro’s hero sandwiches back at the Sakura Park finish. Sample products from Gelato Giuliana, Popchips, Cabot's Cheese, Siggi's Yogurt, Farmland Dairies. Make sure to check out displays of custom cycles from Johnny Coast, Fast Boy Cycles, and Bamboo Bike Studio.....all handcrafted right here in NYC! Stick around for the Escape New York Raffle drawing. You might be the winner of the VBT bicycling vacations Tour of Tuscany! This year’s ride profits benefit both Recycle-A-Bicycle,a youth training and environmental education initiative, and Transportation Alternatives, advocates for non-polluting, quiet, city-friendly travel. Contact: Ellen Jaffe



• PASA's 3rd Annual Bike Fresh Bike Local Ride [9/26/2010]
  Sign up for a fabulous bike tour of the Chester County countryside and a celebration of local foods. Choose from a 25, 50 or 75 mile ride beginning and ending at Victory Brewing Co. in Downingtown, followed by a delicious meal of local food and a Victory beer (for those 21 years or older). Guaranteed fun! Also new this year – 5 Mile Family Fun Ride! (go to http://www.pasafarming.org/bikefresh for details) Cost: $35 advance registration, available until Sept. 20th (includes free Buy Fresh Buy Local tee-shirt) / $40 day of event registration includes ride and lunch. Space is limited so reserve ahead online at: http://www.pasafarming.org/bikefresh All proceeds benefit the Pennsylvania Association for Sustainable Agriculture (PASA). Contact: Denise Sheehan

October, 2010

• GO GREEN BIKE TOUR [10/2/2010]
  Lackawanna State Park, near Scranton, PA. 22-, 29-, or 62-mi on-road routes, and several mountain bike routes for all abilities. Phone 570-945-6995 Contact: Countryside Conservancy



• Bike Ride for Autism AJF50 [10/2/2010]
  Proceeds from the annual AJF50 Bike Ride for Autism support the AJ Foundation and the Comprehensive Learning Center for Children with Autism. See link for detail and registration Contact: Mike Meyer



• Eurand CF Cycle for Life [10/10/2010]
  Join the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation for our 1st annual bike tour as we ride through some of the most scenic terrain in the Delaware Valley. The Eurand CF Cycle for Life is a fully supported ride with well-stocked rest stops, bike mechanics, ride marshals, breakfast, lunch and so much more. Don't miss out on the fun! HOW TO GET YOUR WHEELS IN MOTION: Sign up for the Eurand CF Cycle for Life with a team of co-workers, friends or family members and make a difference. The event will begin and end at Penn State Great Valley in Malvern, PA. You will have a choice of two mileage options: 64 miles or 32 miles. REGISTER TODAY to get the $30 early bird registration fee by going to http://delawarevalley.cff.org/cycleforlife/. This offer will end June 30, 2010. Registration Fees: 07/01/2010 - 10/09/2010: $45 Day of Registration: $60 Turn in your $185 fundraising minimum requirement on or before, October 10, 2010, to earn a long-sleeved official event t-shirt. Raise more money for a chance to earn an official event jersey and other great prizes! For more information call Chris Callanan at (610) 325-6001 or email ccallanan@cff.org. With your support, we will make CF stand for Cure Found! Contact: Chris Callanan



• 2010 Camphill Challenge [10/17/2010]
  The Camphill Challenge on October 17, 2010, which begins and ends at Camphill Village Kimberton Hills located in Kimberton, PA, offers a 50 mile course for avid riders, moderately challenging 35 mile course, and easier 10 mile route suitable for families and beginner riders. Cyclists will wend their ways through Chester County during peak autumn foliage with astounding views of horse farms, historic homes, and covered bridges. A Camphill picnic will round out the day. Proceeds of the Camphill Challenge benefit Camphill Special School, Camphill Soltane, and Camphill Village Kimberton Hills: lifesharing communities for children, youth, and adults with intellectuals and developmental disabilities. Contact: Courtney Coffman

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• La VUELTA PUERTO RICO [2/4/2011]
  The VUELTA is a 3 day, 375 mile journey around the entire island. The route passes through some of the most beautiful landscapes in the world, including the lush foothills of the tropical rainforest, serene coconut plantations, exotic beaches, world-class marinas, and 43 glittering coastal towns. Cyclists will also pass by the 9 historic lighthouses (los faros) that give us our name, “La VUELTA de los nueve faros”. Riders will enjoy fully-stocked rest stops, SAG support, an official jersey, finishers medal, goodie bag, EXPO, massage therapy services, entertainment, and the pleasure of riding with some of the friendliest and hospitable people ever…the Puerto Rican Cyclists!! Contact: William A. Medina

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