Ride Calendar

 

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BCP offers many regularly scheduled weekly rides. Follow this link to view the Weekly Ride List for more detailed information regarding these rides than the minimal description provided in the Monthly Ride Calendar below. Occasionally, ad-hoc rides are announced. These rides are sent by email to all members of the BCP email list. To join this list, click here. Information about some of our popular starting locations is available on our Ride Guide page which is found under the rides menu item.

Standard Listing Calendar | Grouped List

 March 2024 

This list contains rides from the current date forward only. If you wish to see the full month CLICK HERE
  • March 1910:00AM
    Tue March 19, 2024 - Tuesday Ride to Lower Merion

    Level C- through D: 10.5mph, 20-30 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 10:00 am. This is a generic description of the ride which will go to one of three destinations every Tuesday:GET Cafe in Narberth; Farmers’ Market in Ardmore or Spread Bagelry in Wynnewood. Some climbing of 800 to 1000 feet. First part of ride will generally mean a climb into Fairmount Park, across the Strawberry Mansion Bridge up to Chamounix. And then proceed up Bryn Mawr Avenue. and on to our final destination of Narberth, Ardmore or Wynnewood. On an ad hoc basis we may include new destinations and advance notice will be provided along with details. Always a fun group of friendly people so come on out! Cue sheets will not be available. Preregistration is required, please preregister by Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at 10:00 am.
    Leader: James McElwain, , 215-990-9745

  • March 1910:00AM
    Tue March 19, 2024 - Ride Yer Bike Tuesday

    Levels A-/B+: 16-17mph, B/B-: 14-15mph, C+: 13-14mph, C: 12-13mph, 42 miles. Meet at Upper Dublin High School. The ride leaves at 10:00 am. Bring yer bike & sense of adventure. Expect good company on safe/low trafficked roads. Lunch stop is Blossom Cafe at mile 24. Will regroup as needed, but must be able to ride the posted pace. Must be willing to ride safely & obey traffic laws. Please preregister so we can know how many to expect. Bathrooms available at miles 12.5 and 29.5. Check day of the ride if weather is iffy (rain cancels, but likely to reschedule for Wed.). Will make a call at least an hour prior to start time. Cue sheets will not be available. The on-line route map is UDHS to Skippack via Evansburg Park. It is optional, but you may preregister until Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at 7:00 am.
    Leaders: Doug Smithman, , 267-566-2898, Elliot Titcher, , 215-740-1149 , Bob Doyle, , 703-963-9905 and Daniel Operacz, , 267-265-9358 

  • March 197:00PM
    Tue March 19, 2024 - BCP Thailand Travelogue Meeting - Zoom

    Meet at Online via Zoom. The event starts at 7:00 pm. Please join Gail Delong, Jim McElwain, and Jim Oser as they tell us about their recent cycling trip to Thailand. πŸš΄β€β™€οΈ 🚴 πŸš΄β€β™‚οΈ 🐘 🌴 🌴 BCP has started an online travelogue site with articles, pictures and videos of cycling trips by members. Our first two journeys have been posted on the site... more will follow. πŸš΄β€β™€οΈ 🚴 πŸš΄β€β™‚οΈ 🐘 🌴 🌴 Online at: https://phillybikeclub.org/bcpdo/travelogue πŸš΄β€β™€οΈ Topic: BCP Thailand Travelogue Meeting πŸš΄β€β™€οΈ Time: Mar 19, 2024 7:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) πŸš΄β€β™€οΈ Additional information: Zoom Link to Meeting.
    Organizer: Chuck Herbert, , 215-430-3222

  • March 2010:00AM
    Wed March 20, 2024 - Bridesburg - I Need Coffee (ad-hoc ride)

    Level D: 9mph, 20 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 10:00 am. We will follow the AMTRAK Northeast Corridor up to Bridesburg. Our coffee stop will be at I Need Coffee. Return over the Delaware River Trail. If KYW is reporting rain outside their studio one hour prior to start, ride cancels. Cue sheets will not be available. Preregistration is required, please preregister by Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at 10:10 am.
    Leader: Tim Carey, , 267-414-9037

  • March 219:00AM
    Thu March 21, 2024 - Thursday Morning Hill Ride

    Level C-: 11mph, 25 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 9:00 am. A recurring ride in the general Penn Valley Area - ie the Hills! Destinations and length of rides open to rider input. PLEASE NOTE NEW 9AM START TIME!! Cue sheets will not be available.
    Leader: Paul di Francesco, , 215 459 3174

  • March 229:30AM
    Fri March 22, 2024 - Friday Frolic w/Linda. This is the generic description. Specific details will be posted on daily calendar for each Friday.

    Level B-: 14mph, 45-50, +/- miles. Start location to be determined. The ride leaves at 9:30 am. Enjoy scenic adventures by bike on most Fridays, throughout the year. Explore pretty, peaceful roads in suburban counties -- Montgomery, Bucks, Chester, etc. Starting points will vary, so that we can cycle through different regions. Please check daily calendar for details of each Friday's route -- terrain, mileage, rest stops, etc. Cue sheets and on-line route map provided for each ride. If weather conditions are not conducive to cycling, this ride may be replaced by a hike/walk, or snow activity. As long as we are enjoying outdoor exercise, and Mother Nature, in the company of friends, we'll have a memorable outing. Cue sheets will be available.
    Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862

  • March 239:15AM
    Sat March 23, 2024 - Toss of the Dice 2.0

    Level B: 15mph, 35-80 miles. Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 9:15 am. Various friendly rides per DAILY RIDE CALENDAR departing FROM THE PARKING ATTENDANT BOOTH at specified time and ranging 35-80 miles. We will regroup as needed, but riders are expected to ride group pace. Bring food or money for snack along the way, as well as a spare tube, tire irons and multi-tool. Check daily listing for route information. Ride may be cancelled up to 1 hour prior to departure time. Pre-registration preferred. Cue sheets will not be available.
    Leader: Matthew Bidwell, , 215-300-8880

  • March 239:30AM
    Sat March 23, 2024 - It Is What It Is

    Level B-: 14mph Meet at Cynwyd Heritage Trail Head Parking Lot. The ride leaves at 9:30 am. Various friendly rides departing FROM THE CYNWYD HERITAGE TRAIL HEAD PARKING LOT (TRAIN STATION - Bala Cynwyd) at specified time and ranging 30 - 65 miles (Off Season) 40 – 85 miles (In Season) with occasional century rides. We will regroup as needed, but riders are expected to ride group pace. Bring food or money for snack along the way, as well as a spare tube, tire irons and multi-tool. CHECK DAILY RIDE LISTING for latest route information, details, etc. PREREGISTRATION IS OPTIONAL, BUT PLEASE KNOW THESE BENEFITS OF PREREGISTRATION: 1. UP-TO-MINUTE SCHEDULING CHANGES DUE TO WEATHER OR OTHER REASON. 2. YOU WILL KNOW WHERE I AM AS I WILL ADD THOSE WHO PREREGISTER TO MY LIVETRACK. 3. YOUR EMERGENCY INFORMATION WILL ALWAYS BE LEGIBLE. Cue sheets will not be available.
    Leader: Joseph Pless, , 610-937-9010

  • March 239:30AM
    Sat March 23, 2024 - Celebrate the beginning of spring with ride to Phoenixville ....Lunch included

    Level C-: 12mph, 55-60 miles. Meet at Ardmore Farmers Market . The ride leaves at 9:30 am. Lets start spring off with a ride to Phoenixville for lunch. Ride will depart from the Ardmore Farmers Market heading out to the SRT following my new flatter route. Return route will also be flat except for that portion of the ride at the end of the SRT bringing us back to the Cynwd trail. The ride is canceled if KWY is reporting rain or the temperature is below 45 degrees 1 hour prior the beginning of the ride. Cue sheets will not be available. Preregistration is required, please preregister by Saturday, March 23, 2024 at 9:40 am.
    Leader: William Staten, , 215-668-8206

  • March 2412:15PM
    Sun March 24, 2024 - Sunny Sunday C Spin-Off

    Levels B- through C: 14mph, C+/C: 13mph, C: 12mph Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 12:15 pm. A true C ride, which cheerfully waits to regroup. Usually 25-35 miles with a lunch or snack stop. Some climbing is required. It is optional, but you may preregister until Saturday, March 23, 2024 at 6:15 pm.
    Leaders: Tom Witt, , 215-665-5578, Jim Kahn, , 215-771-4487 , Chuck Martin, , 215-923-1887 and Eugene Sobel, , 215-964-4884 

  • March 252:30PM
    Mon March 25, 2024 - Bridges- Margate Series

    Level D: 8mph, 12.4 miles. Meet at somerspoint, nj. The ride leaves at 2:30 pm. Meeting at the end of the 9th street bridge, we will make our journey to Margate utilizing both bridges. It is a D pace,no drop, 12.4 mile ride. After you pre-register please text or call via 609-287-3273. As per club policy, helmets are required.Should you have any questions about the ride please contact the number above. Thanks, Robert Highley Jr. Cue sheets will be available. Preregistration is required, please preregister by Saturday, March 23, 2024 at 11:59 pm.
    Leader: Robert  Highley, , 609-287-3273

  • March 2610:00AM
    Tue March 26, 2024 - Tuesday Ride to Lower Merion

    Level C- through D: 10.5mph, 20-30 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 10:00 am. This is a generic description of the ride which will go to one of three destinations every Tuesday:GET Cafe in Narberth; Farmers’ Market in Ardmore or Spread Bagelry in Wynnewood. Some climbing of 800 to 1000 feet. First part of ride will generally mean a climb into Fairmount Park, across the Strawberry Mansion Bridge up to Chamounix. And then proceed up Bryn Mawr Avenue. and on to our final destination of Narberth, Ardmore or Wynnewood. On an ad hoc basis we may include new destinations and advance notice will be provided along with details. Always a fun group of friendly people so come on out! Cue sheets will not be available.
    Leader: James McElwain, , 215-990-9745

  • March 289:00AM
    Thu March 28, 2024 - Thursday Morning Hill Ride

    Level C-: 11mph, 25 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 9:00 am. A recurring ride in the general Penn Valley Area - ie the Hills! Destinations and length of rides open to rider input. PLEASE NOTE NEW 9AM START TIME!! Cue sheets will not be available.
    Leader: Paul di Francesco, , 215 459 3174

  • March 299:30AM
    Fri March 29, 2024 - Friday Frolic w/Linda. This is the generic description. Specific details will be posted on daily calendar for each Friday.

    Level B-: 14mph, 45-50, +/- miles. Start location to be determined. The ride leaves at 9:30 am. Enjoy scenic adventures by bike on most Fridays, throughout the year. Explore pretty, peaceful roads in suburban counties -- Montgomery, Bucks, Chester, etc. Starting points will vary, so that we can cycle through different regions. Please check daily calendar for details of each Friday's route -- terrain, mileage, rest stops, etc. Cue sheets and on-line route map provided for each ride. If weather conditions are not conducive to cycling, this ride may be replaced by a hike/walk, or snow activity. As long as we are enjoying outdoor exercise, and Mother Nature, in the company of friends, we'll have a memorable outing. Cue sheets will be available.
    Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862

  • March 309:15AM
    Sat March 30, 2024 - Toss of the Dice 2.0

    Level B: 15mph, 35-80 miles. Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 9:15 am. Various friendly rides per DAILY RIDE CALENDAR departing FROM THE PARKING ATTENDANT BOOTH at specified time and ranging 35-80 miles. We will regroup as needed, but riders are expected to ride group pace. Bring food or money for snack along the way, as well as a spare tube, tire irons and multi-tool. Check daily listing for route information. Ride may be cancelled up to 1 hour prior to departure time. Pre-registration preferred. Cue sheets will not be available.
    Leader: Matthew Bidwell, , 215-300-8880

  • March 309:30AM
    Sat March 30, 2024 - It Is What It Is

    Level B-: 14mph Meet at Cynwyd Heritage Trail Head Parking Lot. The ride leaves at 9:30 am. Various friendly rides departing FROM THE CYNWYD HERITAGE TRAIL HEAD PARKING LOT (TRAIN STATION - Bala Cynwyd) at specified time and ranging 30 - 65 miles (Off Season) 40 – 85 miles (In Season) with occasional century rides. We will regroup as needed, but riders are expected to ride group pace. Bring food or money for snack along the way, as well as a spare tube, tire irons and multi-tool. CHECK DAILY RIDE LISTING for latest route information, details, etc. PREREGISTRATION IS OPTIONAL, BUT PLEASE KNOW THESE BENEFITS OF PREREGISTRATION: 1. UP-TO-MINUTE SCHEDULING CHANGES DUE TO WEATHER OR OTHER REASON. 2. YOU WILL KNOW WHERE I AM AS I WILL ADD THOSE WHO PREREGISTER TO MY LIVETRACK. 3. YOUR EMERGENCY INFORMATION WILL ALWAYS BE LEGIBLE. Cue sheets will not be available.
    Leader: Joseph Pless, , 610-937-9010

  • March 3112:15PM
    Sun March 31, 2024 - Sunny Sunday C Spin-Off

    Levels B- through C: 14mph, C+/C: 13mph, C: 12mph Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 12:15 pm. A true C ride, which cheerfully waits to regroup. Usually 25-35 miles with a lunch or snack stop. Some climbing is required. It is optional, but you may preregister until Saturday, March 30, 2024 at 6:15 pm.
    Leaders: Tom Witt, , 215-665-5578, Jim Kahn, , 215-771-4487 , Chuck Martin, , 215-923-1887 and Eugene Sobel, , 215-964-4884 

 March, 2024

RSVP - Fall Open House

If you are able to help with either set-up, or clean-up please contact Linda, Thank you.