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This list contains rides from the current date forward only. If you wish to see the full month CLICK HEREThu May 17, 2012 - Howard's Playing Hooky Again (ad-hoc ride) .
Level C+, 13-14 mph, 50 miles. Meet at Whites Road Park (Lansdale). The ride leaves at 9:00 am. Minutes after “calling in sick” it’ll be time to hit the road. We’ll go west towards Green Lane before turning north for a loop back through Sellersville, Telford and Souderton. Scenic roads with mix of flats, ascents and descents. Stop at Wawa, Dunkin’ Donuts or something along the way for quick snack and bathroom break. Pace is an average so we’ll climb at our leisure and regroup as necessary. No one dropped. Bad weather cancels. Call/e-mail morning of ride with questions. Cue sheets will be available. The on-line route map is http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1173891
Leader: Howard Haber,
610-715-2881
Thu May 17, 2012 - Multi-Level Group Rides in Conshohocken, PA .
Level D thru B+, 10-18 mph, 10-35 miles. Meet at Jacobs Engineering Parking Lot; 2 ASH St., Conshohocken, PA. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Ride with this brand new multi-level ride group that offers 7 different rides including 2 groups that ride along the flat, off-road, Schuykill River Trail. See the weekly ride description section for full details.Meet 5:45 at the Jacobs Engineering Parking Lot, 2 ASH St., Conshohocken, PA. All rides leave 6pm sharp.Rain cancels the rides.
Leaders: Thomas G. Madle,
215-641-7686 and John W. Moser,
610-630-8078
Thu May 17, 2012 - Thursday Night B Training Ride - Bryn Mawr Local..
Level B, 15 mph, 25-32 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. We ride to Merion, Gladwyne, and West Conshohocken, returning via the bike path and Manayunk. We'll maintain a true B pace and regroup as necessary. A B+/A- ride that averages 18+ mph also leaves from the Italian Fountain at 6:00 PM. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: David Finger,
215-605-8560
Thu May 17, 2012 - Thursday Night C+ Hill Ride -- No leader!!!.
Level C+, 13-14.5 mph, 25-28 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. There is no leader for this ride. This will be a show-and-go-ride with the riders present determining the ride. Cue sheets will not be available. The on-line route map is http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1169626
Leader: Andy Karpinski,
615-587-3582
Thu May 17, 2012 - Chainsmokers Training Ride.
Level B, 15-16 mph, 22-25 miles. Meet at 229 Haverford Ave, Narberth. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Riding the less-travelled roads of the Main Line, starting in Narberth and extending west towards Valley Forge.
Leaders: Arthur D. Elwood,
(856) 429-7733 and Jeff Kimmel,
610-446-1334
Thu May 17, 2012 - Delightful, Delicious "D" Ride, Thursday Evening -- See Multi-Level Group Rides in Conshohocken, PA.
Level D, 10 mph, 12-20 miles. Meet at Jacobs Engineering in Conshohocken. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Please see the above description for Multi-Level Group Rides from Conshohocken. The "D" group will ride at an easy pace, on flat terrain (Schuylkill River Trail). All groups leave at 6:00pm sharp. Every Thursday evening throughout the summer (except for holidays), there will be a D-paced group for novice riders, and/or, anyone seeking a gentle recovery ride. Please bring lights, in case we return close to dusk.
Leader: Linda McGrane,
267-251-7862
Fri May 18, 2012 - Friday Frolic -- Whole Foods Triple Play.
Level B-/C+, 13-15 mph, 49 miles. Meet at Whole Foods Market of Jenkintown -- Baederwood Shopping Center on the Fairway, half a mile east of Old York Rd/PA-611. The ride leaves at 9:45 am. Scenic loop around Montgomery & Lower Bucks Counties, from Whole Foods in Jenkintown, to the Whole Foods in North Wales (brief stop at mile 18) and the big, new Whole Foods in Plymouth Meeting (rest stop at mile 31), then returning to Jenkintown. Rolling terrain with a few steep climbs, but we'll stop to regroup as needed. Elevation gain 1986 ft. More climbing during the first half of the route. Cue sheets will be available. The on-line route map is http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1028884 It is optional, but you may preregister until Thursday, May 17, 2012 at 11:30 pm.
Leader: Linda McGrane,
267-251-7862 . Optionally Preregister. 
Sat May 19, 2012 - Main Line Cycles Saturday Brisk Ride.
Level B+, 15-17 mph, 40-50 miles. Meet at Main Line Cycles back parking lot, Narberth, PA. The ride leaves at 8:00 am. Great roads. Rolling hills. Low traffic. A few climbs. What more can you ask for? Narberth thru Penn Valley and Villanova. Then head toward and/or through Ridley Creek State Park. Return via Goshen Road and back through Bryn Mawr. Speed determined by the group. No one gets dropped. Bring a snack for a brief stop. Rain cancels. Cue sheets will not be available. The on-line route map is http://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/90169001
Leaders: Jeff Diacik,
215-783-8537 and Derek Barnes,
610 668-9449
Sat May 19, 2012 - Annual Ride to Carversville Day.
Level B-, B, 14-17 mph, 54-65 miles. Meet at Ft. Washington State Park, Flourtown Picnic Area. The ride leaves at 8:30 am. Its a now a tradition to Carversville Day and enjoy the small town festivities. Two start locations (9:05 start from upper Dublin H.S. for 54 mile version), and at least two paces. A very scenic ride on some great Montgomery and Bucks County roads. Mostly rolling hills. Besides a food stop at the festivities, quick breaks on way out and return. One of my favorite rides. Cue sheets will be available. The on-line route map is http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1014137 It is optional, but you may preregister until Friday, May 18, 2012 at 9:00 pm.
Leaders: Howard Hochheiser,
215-913-3246 and Stephen A. Muth,
215-692-3585. Optionally Preregister.
Sat May 19, 2012 - Ride to say Hi to Bill Cotton via REI Conshohocken (ad-hoc ride) .
Level C, 12 mph, 40 miles. Meet at Azelea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 9:00 am. Let's ride over to say hi to Bill Cotton who has
been dealing with some health issues this past year. He is now home with his family and is looking forward to some visitors from the cycling community. Bill is an extraordinary member of our club going way back. Since I need to visit the REI store up in Conshohochen/Plymouth Meeting, riding up the older way to there for gadget camping hunting would be great! there is a nice coffee shop close. We will cycle from there to Bill's home in Cheltenham by 12:15 pm, visiting for about a half hour before heading back to the Art Museum. Please call me or preregister before Friday at noon so we can give the Cottons an idea of how many riders to expect. Thanks Cue sheets will not be available. It is optional, but you may preregister until Friday, May 18, 2012 at 12:00 pm.
Leader: Tim Carey,
267-414-9037 . Optionally Preregister.
Sat May 19, 2012 - Saturday C+: Bill Cotton Celebration Ride.
Level C+, 14-15 mph, 45 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 9:15 am. Please join us in celebrating a BCP cycling legend, Bill Cotton. Bill has been dealing with some health issues this past year. He has is now home with his family and looking forward to some visitors from the cycling community. This Saturday (May 19), we will be leading a special C+ ride from the Art Museum to Ambler and returning via the Cotton residence. We plan to stop at the Cotton residence around 12:30 for about 30 minutes before returning to center city. Preregistration is strongly requested (required) for this ride. Cue sheets will be available. The on-line route map is http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1174113 It is optional, but you may preregister until Friday, May 18, 2012 at 11:59 am.
Leaders: Andy Karpinski,
615-587-3582 and Rebecca Vernon,
919-923-3404. Optionally Preregister.
Sun May 20, 2012 - CANCELLED Doylestown by Detour.
Level C/C+, 13+/- mph, 40+ miles. Meet at Ft. Washington State Park, Flourtown Picnic Area. The ride leaves at 9:00 am. Rolling terrain with a few climbs. Try out a short stretch of the new 202 bike path. Sit down food stop at the Delaware Valley College Farmer's Market. Cue sheets will be available. It is optional, but you may preregister until Saturday, May 19, 2012 at 10:00 pm.
Leader: Jeff Bakely,
215-843-1093 . Optionally Preregister.
Sun May 20, 2012 - breakfast ride (ad-hoc ride) .
Level c-, 12 mph, 30 miles. Meet at Azelea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 9:00 am. Wonderful ride to brunch. Bring lock and money for brunch Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Henry L. Lazarus,
267-259-6275
Sun May 20, 2012 - Sunny Sunday Afternoon D Ride.
Level D, 10-12 mph, 16-20 miles. Meet at Azelea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 12:00 pm. Introductory ride for those new to group riding and/or looking to improve fitness. Route will be tailored according to ability and the ride will regroup as necessary.
Leader: Tim Carey,
267-414-9037
Sun May 20, 2012 - Sunday C Spin Off.
Level C, 25-35 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 12:15 pm. A friendly C ride which cheerfully waits to regroup. All welcome. Usually 25 - 35 miles, usually with a lunch or snack stop.
Leader: Tom Witt,
215-665-5578
Sun May 20, 2012 - Burlington Group Ride.
Level C, 15-30 miles. Meet at Burlington, New Jersey. The ride leaves at 3:00 pm. This ride leaves from the large parking lot at the end of High Street in Burlington, New Jersey (by the river). Helmets are required and traffic laws are there for a reason. We also have dinner at Legend's Pizza afterwards.
Leader: Josh Sullivan,
601-498-0251
Mon May 21, 2012 - "COS" Multi-Level Group Rides in Wayne, PA.
Level D thru A, 10-20 mph, 10-40 miles. Meet at Church of the Saviour, Wayne, PA. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Ride with the largest evening cycling group in the Delaware Valley ( over 100 riders). Seven different ride groups to choose from including a "hybrid" group. See weekly ride section for additional details Cue sheets will be available.
Leaders: Thomas G. Madle,
215-641-7686 John W. Moser,
610-630-8078 and Michael Lefkowitz,
610-687-2923
Mon May 21, 2012 - Philadelphia Dirt Roads .
Level c, 12-16 mph, 30 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Meet by 5:45pm for 6pm start.
MLK to Wissahickon trail to Forbidden Dr. Out Germantown, Cross County Trail to Schuykill Valley Trail and back via the tow path.
I ease up on the pace on the Manayunk Tow Path due to close quarters, pedestrians, and dogs. To a lesser extent, I ease up on the pace on Forbidden Drive due to pedestrians, children, and dogs.
Ride may alter/cancel due to weather.
Helmets required. Lights required (back and front) during times of the year it gets dark during ride and while raining. It is optional, but you may preregister until Monday, May 21, 2012 at 4:00 pm.
Leader: Ryan Lemke,
215-359-7380 . Optionally Preregister.
Tue May 22, 2012 - Ride Yer Bike Tuesdays.
Level B-, 14-15 mph, 40-60+ miles. Meet at Ft. Washington State Park, Flourtown Picnic Area. The ride leaves at 9:15 am. Some days we'll scope out some new routes, and other days ride some familiar favorites. Check back a few days prior to the ride for details on destination, distance and terrain.
Leader: Howard Hochheiser,
215-913-3246
Tue May 22, 2012 - Tuesday Night Training Ride .
Level B, 16-17 mph, 28-34 miles. Meet at Bulldog Statue, 25th St. and Pennsylvania Ave.. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Ride north thru Fairmount Park toward Ambler to Stenton Ave and beyond depending on time of sunset. Return thru Conshohocken and the bike trail. No rest stops.
Leader: Bruce Taubman,
215-735-7935
Tue May 22, 2012 - Chainsmokers Training Ride.
Level B, 15-16 mph, 22-25 miles. Meet at 229 Haverford Ave, Narberth. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Riding the less-travelled roads of the Main Line, starting in Narberth and extending west towards Valley Forge.
Leaders: Arthur D. Elwood,
(856) 429-7733 and Jeff Kimmel,
610-446-1334
Tue May 22, 2012 - Tuesday Evening Ride from Mt. Airy..
Level C/C+, 12 -14 mph mph, 18 to 32 miles. Meet at Allen's Lane Train Station. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. THE RIDE IS BACK! Average speed and distance will increase as the days get longer. Meet at the Allen’s Lane Train Station at the corner of Allen’s Lane and Cresheim Road. Please preregister the first time you do this ride. I will keep a preprinted sign-in sheet of regular riders. Cue sheets will not be available. It is optional, but you may preregister until Tuesday, May 22, 2012 at 3:00 pm.
Leader: Jeff Bakely,
215-843-1093 . Optionally Preregister.
Tue May 22, 2012 - Delightful, Delicious "D" (and D+/C-) Ride, Tuesday Evening Edition.
Level D/D+/C-, 8-12 mph, 12-20 miles. Meet at Glenside Public Library parking lot. The ride leaves at 6:10 pm. Easy-paced ride for novice cyclists, newcomers to Philadelphia, and/or, anyone seeking a gentle recovery ride. Explore some quiet, pretty, scenic roads in & around Glenside and surrounding townships. Mostly flat-to-rolling terrain, with perhaps a few hills here or there, but we will pedal at a slow pace, and stop to regroup as needed. Please bring lights, in case we return close to dusk. Cue sheets will be available.
Leader: Linda McGrane,
267-251-7862
Wed May 23, 2012 - Lunch @ Skippack Italian Market (ad-hoc ride) .
Level B-, 14-15 mph, 49 miles. Meet at Ft. Washington State Park, Flourtown Picnic Area. The ride leaves at 9:30 am. Let’s head out to Skippack for lunch at the Italian Market. Mangia! Mostly flat with a few rolling hills and one or two tough(er) climbs. Regroup as necessary. No one dropped. Bad weather cancels. Call/e-mail morning of ride if any questions. Cue sheets will be available. The on-line route map is http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1132180 It is optional, but you may preregister until Tuesday, May 22, 2012 at 11:00 pm.
Leader: Howard Haber,
610-715-2881 . Optionally Preregister.
Wed May 23, 2012 - Wednesday Morning Breakfast Ride.
Level C-, 12 mph, 20 miles. Meet at In front of Lloyd Hall, the first of the boat houses. The ride leaves at 10:00 am. A wonderful midweek ride to lunch. Please bring money for lunch as well as a lock. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Henry L. Lazarus,
267-259-6275
Wed May 23, 2012 - NW Philly/Flourtown Multi-Level Rides.
Level C/C+, B-, B, B+, 12-18 mph, 20-35 miles. Meet at Flourtown Shopping Center. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Meet at 5:45 for a prompt start. Rain cancels. See Weekly Rides for detailed description. Contact ride leaders with questions (John: C/C+, Howard: B- & B, and Tae: B+.
Cue sheets will not be available.
Leaders: Howard Hochheiser,
215-913-3246 John A. Dwyer,
and Tae Kwak,
215-317-9394
Wed May 23, 2012 - Wednesday Evening Phoenixville Dog Ride.
Level C, 13-15 mph, 20-35 miles. Meet at Mont Clare Dog Park Parking Lot, Longford Rd. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. See map for exact location:
http://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/88108637
Sorry, dogs not invited on the ride.
Mileage will increase as daylight increases, hills will increase as the weeks progress. No one dropped. Cue sheets will be available. The on-line route map is http://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/88108637
Leader: Rick Christie,
610-787-1985
Wed May 23, 2012 - Delightful, Delicious "D" (and D+/C-) Ride, Wednesday Evening Edition.
Level D/D+/C-, 8-12 mph, 12-20 miles. Meet at Flourtown Shopping Center. The ride leaves at 6:10 pm. Easy-paced ride to de-stress after work, suited for novice cyclists, newcomers to Philadelphia, and/or anyone seeking a gentle recovery ride. We'll explore some pretty, peaceful residential streets in & around Flourtown and neighboring townships. We'll cycle on mostly flat-to-rolling terrain, with an occasional hill, but always at a relaxed paced. Please bring lights, in case we are returning close to dusk Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Linda McGrane,
267-251-7862
Thu May 24, 2012 - Multi-Level Group Rides in Conshohocken, PA .
Level D thru B+, 10-18 mph, 10-35 miles. Meet at Jacobs Engineering Parking Lot; 2 ASH St., Conshohocken, PA. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Ride with this brand new multi-level ride group that offers 7 different rides including 2 groups that ride along the flat, off-road, Schuykill River Trail. See the weekly ride description section for full details.Meet 5:45 at the Jacobs Engineering Parking Lot, 2 ASH St., Conshohocken, PA. All rides leave 6pm sharp.Rain cancels the rides.
Leaders: Thomas G. Madle,
215-641-7686 and John W. Moser,
610-630-8078
Thu May 24, 2012 - Thursday Night B Training Ride - Bryn Mawr Local..
Level B, 15 mph, 25-32 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. We ride to Merion, Gladwyne, and West Conshohocken, returning via the bike path and Manayunk. We'll maintain a true B pace and regroup as necessary. A B+/A- ride that averages 18+ mph also leaves from the Italian Fountain at 6:00 PM. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: David Finger,
215-605-8560
Thu May 24, 2012 - Thursday Night C+ Hill Ride.
Level C+, 13-14.5 mph, 25-28 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. A thee hill ride. Ride regroups at the top of each hill. No riders will be dropped. Wet roads or 50% chance of rain between 6:00 and 8:00 cancels the ride. The ride leaves promptly at 6. Cue sheets will not be available. The on-line route map is http://ridewithgps.com/routes/528133
Leader: Andy Karpinski,
615-587-3582
Thu May 24, 2012 - Chainsmokers Training Ride.
Level B, 15-16 mph, 22-25 miles. Meet at 229 Haverford Ave, Narberth. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Riding the less-travelled roads of the Main Line, starting in Narberth and extending west towards Valley Forge.
Leaders: Arthur D. Elwood,
(856) 429-7733 and Jeff Kimmel,
610-446-1334
Thu May 24, 2012 - Delightful, Delicious "D" Ride, Thursday Evening -- See Multi-Level Group Rides in Conshohocken, PA.
Level D, 10 mph, 12-20 miles. Meet at Jacobs Engineering in Conshohocken. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Please see the above description for Multi-Level Group Rides from Conshohocken. The "D" group will ride at an easy pace, on flat terrain (Schuylkill River Trail). All groups leave at 6:00pm sharp. Every Thursday evening throughout the summer (except for holidays), there will be a D-paced group for novice riders, and/or, anyone seeking a gentle recovery ride. Please bring lights, in case we return close to dusk.
Leader: Linda McGrane,
267-251-7862
Sat May 26, 2012 - St Peter's Village.
Level C, 12 mph, 90 miles. Meet at Azelea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 8:00 am. If you can go the distance, this is a pretty easy ride since the hills start after St Peter's Village. Simple route out the Schuylkill River Trail to Phoenixville, then essentially to Cold Stream and Poughtown Roads to the quaint village of St Peter’s. We stop for lunch at a nice restaurant overlooking the rock filled French Creek before heading back to Philadelphia. I know this is a long distance for an early season C ride, but I need to get miles in the saddle before my cross country bike sojourn! Cue sheets will not be available. It is optional, but you may preregister until Friday, May 25, 2012 at 8:00 pm.
Leader: Tim Carey,
267-414-9037 . Optionally Preregister.
Sat May 26, 2012 - Main Line Cycles Saturday Brisk Ride.
Level B+, 15-17 mph, 40-50 miles. Meet at Main Line Cycles back parking lot, Narberth, PA. The ride leaves at 8:00 am. Great roads. Rolling hills. Low traffic. A few climbs. What more can you ask for? Narberth thru Penn Valley and Villanova. Then head toward and/or through Ridley Creek State Park. Return via Goshen Road and back through Bryn Mawr. Speed determined by the group. No one gets dropped. Bring a snack for a brief stop. Rain cancels. Cue sheets will not be available. The on-line route map is http://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/90169001
Leaders: Jeff Diacik,
215-783-8537 and Derek Barnes,
610 668-9449
Sat May 26, 2012 - Tyler Park and Dark Hollow.
Level B-, 14 mph, 66 miles. Meet at Ft. Washington State Park, Flourtown Picnic Area. The ride leaves at 8:30 am. Cross the Neshaminy Creek twice and ride through a state park. Climbing is very moderate (not zero but not evil) with lots of low traffic roads (and paved trails). Two quick H2O stops out and back and lunch in Newtown. Bring the camera for this ride. Cue sheets will be available.
Leader: Michael Fuller,
610-783-0913
Sat May 26, 2012 - Sex on the Beach!.
Level B, 16.5 mph, 69 miles. Meet at Maurice Twsp. Elemen. Sch., Port Elizabeth, NJ. The ride leaves at 9:00 am. Annual pilgrimage to look for horseshoe crabs doin'' the horizontal mombo at East Point Beach on the Delaware Bay. Spin through quaint Leesburg and Dorchester then head inland past Laurel Lake and through no man's land before going bay side again at Fortescue, the weakfish capital of the world, for a sit down lunch at mile 45. Return through Mauricetown with its historic sea captain's houses. No hills, but you will pedal for long stretches without stopping or coasting. One intermediate (and quick) stop at mile 23. Cue sheets available for anyone who wants to set their own pace.This ride will start promptly, so arrive 15 min. early. Email for directions and special instructions re: the start by C.O.B. the day before. Check this listing by 6:30 a.m. for a no-go message if the weather is questionable.
Leader: David C. Ziccardi,
267-230-8995
Sat May 26, 2012 - Sex On The Beach.
Level C, 14 mph, 60 miles. Meet at Maurice Twsp. Elem. Sch. in Port Elizabeth, NJ. The ride leaves at 9:00 am. This is a shorter version of the B ride of the same name. This route skips the out and back to Fortescue and instead has a sit-down lunch inland. The routes are otherwise the same. See the B ride description for details. Contact Dave Z with any questions. Cue sheets will be available.
Leader: Boyd Peart,
484-252-6741
Sat May 26, 2012 - Saturday C+ Ride. True C+ Pace.
Level C+, 14 mph, 47 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 9:15 am. Off to Ambler We'll keep a steady pace and effort (rolling speed on flat terrain 15 - 16 mph). To speed up the lunch stop, we will CALL IN ORDERS for prepared food/sandwiches from Toto's at the mid-point of the ride. Friday 9.00 p.m. forecast of 50 percent plus for rain between 8:00 a.m. and noon, or wet roads at 8.00 a.m. Saturday, cancel ride. Pre-registering doesn't commit you to go, but it does speed up the ride start up. Cue sheets will be available. It is optional, but you may preregister until Saturday, May 26, 2012 at 8:00 am.
Leader: Bill Boone,
267-902-4870 . Optionally Preregister.
Sun May 27, 2012 - Northbrook Orchards .
Level B/C+, 13-14 mph, 63 miles. Meet at Valley Forge National Park - Visitor Center (lower parking lot). The ride leaves at 9:00 am. Ride through the hills of western Delaware Co. and eastern Chester Co. Indoor/outdoor lunch stop at the Northbrook Orchards Market. Two other quick convenience store stops will be incorporated. Cue sheets will be available. It is optional, but you may preregister until Saturday, May 26, 2012 at 11:59 pm.
Leader: Richard L. Wagner,
215-410-1331 . Optionally Preregister.
Sun May 27, 2012 - Doylestown by Detour.
Level C/C+, 13+/- mph, 40+ miles. Meet at Ft. Washington State Park, Flourtown Picnic Area. The ride leaves at 9:00 am. Rolling terrain with a few climbs. Try out a short stretch of the new 202 bike path. Sit down food stop at the Delaware Valley College Farmer's Market. Cue sheets will be available. It is optional, but you may preregister until Sunday, May 20, 2012 at 10:00 pm.
Leader: Jeff Bakely,
215-843-1093 . Optionally Preregister.
Sun May 27, 2012 - Sunny Sunday Afternoon D Ride.
Level D, 10-12 mph, 16-20 miles. Meet at Azelea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 12:00 pm. Introductory ride for those looking to gain experience riding in a group and/or improve fitness. Ride destination will be decided depending on the experience of the riders present the day of the ride.
Leader: George L. Yarnell,
610-626-3338
Sun May 27, 2012 - Sunday C Spin Off.
Level C, 25-35 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 12:15 pm. A friendly C ride which cheerfully waits to regroup. All welcome. Usually 25 - 35 miles, usually with a lunch or snack stop.
Leader: Chuck Martin,
215-923-1887
Sun May 27, 2012 - Burlington Group Ride.
Level C, 15-30 miles. Meet at Burlington, New Jersey. The ride leaves at 3:00 pm. This ride leaves from the large parking lot at the end of High Street in Burlington, New Jersey (by the river). Helmets are required and traffic laws are there for a reason. We also have dinner at Legend's Pizza afterwards.
Leader: Josh Sullivan,
601-498-0251
Mon May 28, 2012 - Memorial Day Mix 'n Match.
Level B+ thru C, 13-14 mph, 40 miles. Meet at Narberth Park in Narberth, PA. The ride leaves at 8:45 am. The annual event in which riders are encouraged to wear your most outrageous cycling kit (clothing). Break out that jersey that hasn't seen daylight since 1970. Don those ugly shorts (NO seethroughem's, please!). Mismatched sox, shoes, helmets?!?, etc. The uglier, the better. AND, prizes will be awarded to the best of the worst. - Oh yea, about the ride: We will ride the main line hills of suburban Philadelphia, with an outdoor food stop planned for the Gateway Shopping Center in Paoli. PS: The start in Narberth Park is near the basketball courts, at the bathrooms on Haverford Ave. Cue sheets will be available. It is optional, but you may preregister until Sunday, May 27, 2012 at 11:59 pm.
Leader: Richard L. Wagner,
215-410-1331 . Optionally Preregister.
Mon May 28, 2012 - "COS" Multi-Level Group Rides in Wayne, PA.
Level D thru A, 10-20 mph, 10-40 miles. Meet at Church of the Saviour, Wayne, PA. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Ride with the largest evening cycling group in the Delaware Valley ( over 100 riders). Seven different ride groups to choose from including a "hybrid" group. See weekly ride section for additional details Cue sheets will be available.
Leaders: Thomas G. Madle,
215-641-7686 John W. Moser,
610-630-8078 and Michael Lefkowitz,
610-687-2923
Mon May 28, 2012 - Philadelphia Dirt Roads .
Level c, 12-16 mph, 30 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Meet by 5:45pm for 6pm start.
MLK to Wissahickon trail to Forbidden Dr. Out Germantown, Cross County Trail to Schuykill Valley Trail and back via the tow path.
I ease up on the pace on the Manayunk Tow Path due to close quarters, pedestrians, and dogs. To a lesser extent, I ease up on the pace on Forbidden Drive due to pedestrians, children, and dogs.
Ride may alter/cancel due to weather.
Helmets required. Lights required (back and front) during times of the year it gets dark during ride and while raining. It is optional, but you may preregister until Monday, May 28, 2012 at 4:00 pm.
Leader: Ryan Lemke,
215-359-7380 . Optionally Preregister.
Tue May 29, 2012 - Ride Yer Bike Tuesdays.
Level B-, 14-15 mph, 40-60+ miles. Meet at Ft. Washington State Park, Flourtown Picnic Area. The ride leaves at 9:15 am. Some days we'll scope out some new routes, and other days ride some familiar favorites. Check back a few days prior to the ride for details on destination, distance and terrain.
Leader: Howard Hochheiser,
215-913-3246
Tue May 29, 2012 - Ride to the Monthly Newsletter mailing Party.
Level C+, 12-14 mph, 20-24 miles. Meet at Liberty Bell Bicycles, 7741 Frankford Ave Phila, 19136, in the Mayfair section. The ride leaves at 5:10 pm. Ride to and from the monthly Quick Release mailing party downtown at Cozen O'Connor @ 1900 Market St, to help Tom Witt and his crew. We'll be on city streets the whole route, using bike lanes as much as possible. Please bring LOCKS, and lights for the return trip. Cue sheets will be available.
Leader: Linda McGrane,
267-251-7862
Tue May 29, 2012 - Tuesday Night Training Ride .
Level B, 16-17 mph, 28-34 miles. Meet at Bulldog Statue, 25th St. and Pennsylvania Ave.. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Ride north thru Fairmount Park toward Ambler to Stenton Ave and beyond depending on time of sunset. Return thru Conshohocken and the bike trail. No rest stops.
Leader: Bruce Taubman,
215-735-7935
Tue May 29, 2012 - Chainsmokers Training Ride.
Level B, 15-16 mph, 22-25 miles. Meet at 229 Haverford Ave, Narberth. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Riding the less-travelled roads of the Main Line, starting in Narberth and extending west towards Valley Forge.
Leaders: Arthur D. Elwood,
(856) 429-7733 and Jeff Kimmel,
610-446-1334
Tue May 29, 2012 - Tuesday Evening Ride from Mt. Airy..
Level C/C+, 12 -14 mph mph, 18 to 32 miles. Meet at Allen's Lane Train Station. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. THE RIDE IS BACK! Average speed and distance will increase as the days get longer. Meet at the Allen’s Lane Train Station at the corner of Allen’s Lane and Cresheim Road. Please preregister the first time you do this ride. I will keep a preprinted sign-in sheet of regular riders. Cue sheets will not be available. It is optional, but you may preregister until Tuesday, May 29, 2012 at 3:00 pm.
Leader: Jeff Bakely,
215-843-1093 . Optionally Preregister.
Tue May 29, 2012 - Monthly QR Mailing Party.
Level All. Meet at Cozen O'Connor, 1900 Market St.. The ride leaves at 6:30 pm. All welcome to help mail the newsletter, snacks and good company guaranteed along with some light work.
Leader: Tom Witt,
215-665-5578
Wed May 30, 2012 - NW Philly/Flourtown Multi-Level Rides.
Level C/C+, B-, B, B+, 12-18 mph, 20-35 miles. Meet at Flourtown Shopping Center. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Meet at 5:45 for a prompt start. Rain cancels. See Weekly Rides for detailed description. Contact ride leaders with questions (John: C/C+, Howard: B- & B, and Tae: B+.
Cue sheets will not be available.
Leaders: Howard Hochheiser,
215-913-3246 John A. Dwyer,
and Tae Kwak,
215-317-9394
Wed May 30, 2012 - Wednesday Evening Phoenixville Dog Ride.
Level C, 13-15 mph, 20-35 miles. Meet at Mont Clare Dog Park Parking Lot, Longford Rd. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. See map for exact location:
http://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/88108637
Sorry, dogs not invited on the ride.
Mileage will increase as daylight increases, hills will increase as the weeks progress. No one dropped. Cue sheets will be available. The on-line route map is http://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/88108637
Leader: Rick Christie,
610-787-1985
Wed May 30, 2012 - Delightful, Delicious "D" (and D+/C-) Ride, Wednesday Evening Edition.
Level D/D+/C-, 8-12 mph, 12-20 miles. Meet at Flourtown Shopping Center. The ride leaves at 6:10 pm. Easy-paced ride to de-stress after work, suited for novice cyclists, newcomers to Philadelphia, and/or anyone seeking a gentle recovery ride. We'll explore some pretty, peaceful residential streets in & around Flourtown and neighboring townships. We'll cycle on mostly flat-to-rolling terrain, with an occasional hill, but always at a relaxed paced. Please bring lights, in case we are returning close to dusk Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Linda McGrane,
267-251-7862
Thu May 31, 2012 - Multi-Level Group Rides in Conshohocken, PA .
Level D thru B+, 10-18 mph, 10-35 miles. Meet at Jacobs Engineering Parking Lot; 2 ASH St., Conshohocken, PA. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Ride with this brand new multi-level ride group that offers 7 different rides including 2 groups that ride along the flat, off-road, Schuykill River Trail. See the weekly ride description section for full details.Meet 5:45 at the Jacobs Engineering Parking Lot, 2 ASH St., Conshohocken, PA. All rides leave 6pm sharp.Rain cancels the rides.
Leaders: Thomas G. Madle,
215-641-7686 and John W. Moser,
610-630-8078
Thu May 31, 2012 - Thursday Night B Training Ride - Bryn Mawr Local..
Level B, 15 mph, 25-32 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. We ride to Merion, Gladwyne, and West Conshohocken, returning via the bike path and Manayunk. We'll maintain a true B pace and regroup as necessary. A B+/A- ride that averages 18+ mph also leaves from the Italian Fountain at 6:00 PM. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: David Finger,
215-605-8560
Thu May 31, 2012 - Thursday Night C+ Hill Ride.
Level C+, 13-14.5 mph, 25-28 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. A thee hill ride. Ride regroups at the top of each hill. No riders will be dropped. Wet roads or 50% chance of rain between 6:00 and 8:00 cancels the ride. The ride leaves promptly at 6. Cue sheets will not be available. The on-line route map is http://ridewithgps.com/routes/528133
Leader: Keith Ashfield,
505-570-0505
Thu May 31, 2012 - Chainsmokers Training Ride.
Level B, 15-16 mph, 22-25 miles. Meet at 229 Haverford Ave, Narberth. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Riding the less-travelled roads of the Main Line, starting in Narberth and extending west towards Valley Forge.
Leaders: Arthur D. Elwood,
(856) 429-7733 and Jeff Kimmel,
610-446-1334
Thu May 31, 2012 - Delightful, Delicious "D" Ride, Thursday Evening -- See Multi-Level Group Rides in Conshohocken, PA.
Level D, 10 mph, 12-20 miles. Meet at Jacobs Engineering in Conshohocken. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Please see the above description for Multi-Level Group Rides from Conshohocken. The "D" group will ride at an easy pace, on flat terrain (Schuylkill River Trail). All groups leave at 6:00pm sharp. Every Thursday evening throughout the summer (except for holidays), there will be a D-paced group for novice riders, and/or, anyone seeking a gentle recovery ride. Please bring lights, in case we return close to dusk.
Leader: Linda McGrane,
267-251-7862
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