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Level B-/C+: 12.5-13.5mph, 50 miles. Meet at Mondauk Park. The ride leaves at 9:30 am. For April 25: Pretty route, mainly through Montgomery County, with a little bit of Bucks County, leaving from Mondauk Park in Ambler. Mid-way lunch stop in Montgomeryville, at Wegman's Food Court. Outbound via Blue Bell, Gwynedd, and Lansdale, return via Warrington and Maple Glen. On the return, we will cycle on part of the 202 Parkway Trail, as well as the Horsham Power Line Trail. Total elevation 2175 ft, averaging a modest 43 ft/mile. Scenery will include quiet, residential streets, as well as a few picturesque creeks. GENERIC DESCRIPTION: 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 ride. 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. 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. The on-line route map is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/6661522.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862

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Level C- through D: 10-12mph, 50 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 9:30 am. Ride 4 of BCP's Spring Series of progressively longer rides this Spring. Join us for any or all of the rides rides. --- This ride is from Boathouse Row to the Chapel Cabin Shop and Cafe in Valley Forge National Historic Park (VFNHP.). Outbound vis the SRT, back vis the Chester Valley Trail and the SRT. Lunch at the Cafe in VFNHP. Restroom breaks at mi.17 and mi. 36. --- Open to the public. Each is offered on a Friday in April, then again on Saturday. (20 mi. Apr. 4, 5) (30 mi. Apr. 11, 12) (40 mi. Apr. 18, 19) (50 mi. Apr. 25, 26) See the Series Web page at: https://ridewithgps.com/collections/3620473 --- BCP rides require helmets. Make sure your bike is in good repair. -- This is a good ride for anyone who has never ridden 50 miles. The route is mostly flat with a few hills in VFNHP. --- Riders completing this ride will receive a certificate of completion, suitable for framing. --- Cue sheets will be available. The on-line route map is https://ridewithgps.com/collections/3620473.
Leader: Chuck Herbert, , 267-228-1230

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Levels B: 15mph Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 8:30 am. Various friendly rides per DAILY RIDE CALENDAR ranging from 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. Typically Andrew &/or Nick leads and Simon sweeps and, if needed, leads a slower pace ride. Check daily listing for route information. During the summer season there is an optional after-ride drink at the Waterworks beer garden. Ride may be cancelled up to 1 hour prior to departure time. Pre-registration preferred. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leaders: Nick Gunderson, , 952-292-8396, Andrew Miller, , 215-370-0394 , Matthew Bidwell, , 215-300-8880 and Simon Knight, , 215-219-9555 

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Level B-: 14mph, 73 miles. Meet at 375 Conshohocken State Road Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004. The ride leaves at 9:30 am. (Departure time may vary! Please CHECK DAILY RIDE CALENDAR!) Various friendly rides 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 CALENDAR for latest route information, details, etc. Cue sheets will not be available. The on-line route map is Brandywine Creek. Preregistration is required, please preregister by Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 8:30 am.
Leader: Joseph Pless, , 610-937-9010

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Level C- through D: 10-12mph, 50 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 9:30 am. Ride 4 of BCP's Spring Series of progressively longer rides this Spring. Join us for any or all of the rides rides. --- This ride is from Boathouse Row to the Chapel Cabin Shop and Cafe in Valley Forge National Historic Park (VFNHP.). Outbound vis the SRT, back vis the Chester Valley Trail and the SRT. Lunch at the Cafe in VFNHP. Restroom breaks at mi.17 and mi. 36. --- Open to the public. Each is offered on a Friday in April, then again on Saturday. (20 mi. Apr. 4, 5) (30 mi. Apr. 11, 12) (40 mi. Apr. 18, 19) (50 mi. Apr. 25, 26) See the Series Web page at: https://ridewithgps.com/collections/3620473 --- BCP rides require helmets. Make sure your bike is in good repair. -- This is a good ride for anyone who has never ridden 50 miles. The route is mostly flat with a few hills in VFNHP. --- Riders completing this ride will receive a certificate of completion, suitable for framing. --- Cue sheets will be available. The on-line route map is https://ridewithgps.com/collections/3620473. Preregistration is required, please preregister by Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 9:30 am.
Leader: Chuck Herbert, , 267-228-1230

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Levels B: 15mph, 65 miles. Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum.. The ride leaves at 9:00 am. A friendly and scenic ride with a few hills. There will be midway a stop in Paoli (Pizza or Bagels). We regroup as needed, but riders are expected to ride the group pace. Bring the ability and tools to fix a bike flat. Typically Andrew &/or Nick leads and Simon sweeps and, if needed, leads a slower pace ride. Optional after-ride drink at Cosmic Cafe, Boathouse Row. Ride may be cancelled up to 1 hour prior to departure time. Pre-registration preferred. The on-line route map is Elpis w/ Paoli Lunch. It is optional, but you may preregister until Sunday, April 27, 2025 at 8:00 am.
Leaders: Simon Knight, , 215-219-9555, Nick Gunderson, , 952-292-8396 , Andrew Miller, , 215-370-0394 and Matthew Bidwell, , 215-300-8880 

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Levels D: 10mph, 16 miles. Meet at Salus University Gym, 8360 Old York Rd., Elkins Park, PA 19027. The ride leaves at 10:00 am. Join us for some casual beginner friendly rides starting from Salus University on the border between Elkins Park and Jenkintown. We'll meet in front of the Hafter Community Center and Gym at Salus University (now part of Drexel). Four experienced BCP ride leaders -- Bob Doyle, Diana Dooley, Chuck Herbert, and Fred Niebauer -- will take turns leading rides for new and returning riders. This is a good opportunity for people who are new to cycling or simply curious about riding with groups. We'll head away from the campus to less-busy residential streets and paved park pathways nearby. Our first few rides will be about 90 minutes of riding, out and back. We'll stop for a short break, perhaps for coffee in the middle of the ride. This is a good opportunity for people who are new to cycling or simply curious about riding with groups. Everyone is welcome. You should have a bike in good repair, with a spare tube in case of a flat. All BCP rides require helmets. if you have any questions, just contact one of the ride leaders. The location has ample free parking and restrooms available in the gym. Occasionally, we'll gather for some refreshments afterwards. Preregistration is required, please preregister by Sunday, April 27, 2025 at 10:00 am.
Leaders: Chuck Herbert, , 267-228-1230 and Diana Dooley, , 215 680 2322 

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Level D: 9-12mph, 12-24 miles. Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum.. The ride leaves at 12:00 pm. Casual paced ride through Fairmount Park and beyond for those new to group riding, returning to biking after a layoff, or just wanting to have a fun run without racing around the streets of Philadelphia. Please wear helmet(required by the club.) Please bring extra tube and tools to fix a flat, water, sunscreen, proper dress for the weather, and $ for mid-ride snack stop. There might be a hill or two, but we will stop to catch our breathe. Preregistration is required, please preregister by Sunday, April 27, 2025 at 12:00 pm.
Leader: George L. Yarnell, , 610-626-3338

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Levels 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 Sunday, April 27, 2025 at 11:00 am.
Leaders: Tom Witt, , 215-665-5578, Jim Kahn, , 215-771-4487 and Chuck Martin, , 215-833-7953 

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Level D: 10.5mph, 26 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 10:00 am. D Ride to Barnes and Noble in Plymouth Mtg at 10:00.April 28th at Cosmic Cafe. Out SRT, Cross County Trail, and back - some kinda way 🙂 A nice day with nice folks and some nice laughs. Join us! Leader: Diana D. 215-680-2322 Cue sheets will not be available. Preregistration is required, please preregister by Monday, April 28, 2025 at 10:00 am.
Leader: Diana Dooley, , 215 680 2322

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Level B: 15mph, varies miles. Meet at Church of the Saviour, Wayne, PA. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. This weekly ride is scheduled on Mondays starting on April 7, 2025 and is scheduled to end on September 22, 2025. The ride will depart from Church of the Savior, Wayne, PA at 6:00 pm promptly. Ride Level: D thru A We have 7 different ride groups ranging from our slowest paced "Hybrid Bike" group ( rides at 8-10 mph pace for 15 miles ) up to our "A" group ( 18-20 mph up to 30-40 miles). All rides start 6pm sharp and finish at sunset ( the Hybrid group finishes at 7:30). This ride is cross listed with SCU. No need to pre-register but please sign up when you arrive at COS. No cue sheets will be available but ride leaders generally post their routes on the SCU Meetup or the BCP website. We do not ride on holidays that fall on a Monday ( Memorial Day, Labor Day, etc.). Rain cancels the ride but look at Meetup for last minute updates when weather is questionable. Organizers: Tom Beckett , 610-733-7030, Scott Siegfried, , 610-496-1965 Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Thomas Beckett, , 610-733-7030

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Level C- through D: 10-12.5mph, 15-29 miles. Meet at Mondauk Park. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Scheduled for most Monday evenings throughout summer, weather permitting. Gently paced, post-work evening ride to pedal away the day's stresses, suited for novice or returning riders, newcomers to the area, and/or anyone seeking a low-intensity, relaxed, recovery ride. Cycle peaceful roads in Eastern Mont Co. Brief rest stop for quick snack/bathroom break half-way through. Planned mileage will depend on the length of evening daylight. Speed and distance will also depend on the riders in our group. Please bring lights in case we are delayed on our return. Toward the end of the season (mid-September), this ride will need to leave earlier (5:45 or 5:30pm), due to evening daylight ending earlier. START/FINISH at Mondauk Park: 1451 Dillon Rd, Ambler, PA 19002. This is just north of Susquehanna Rd. Look for the gravel parking lot near the restrooms and pavilion. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862

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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

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Level C- through D: 9.5-11.5mph, 12-30 miles. Meet at Glenside Public Library parking lot. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. **SUGGESTED** Route for 4/23: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/33216296 Relaxed-pace evening rides on Tuesdays throughout summer. Distance and pace will depend on the riders in our group. (Sunset time will also determine distance.) This ride is suited for novice or returning riders, newcomers to the area, and/or anyone seeking a low-intensity recovery ride. Enjoy pretty and peaceful roads in eastern Montgomery County, pedaling away the stresses of the workday. We usually take a brief rest break mid-ride, depending on distance. Please bring water/Gatorade and a snack with you. Please also bring LIGHTS, in case we have a delay and are returning close to dark. Toward the end of summer (September), starting time will need to be pushed earlier to 5:45, then 5:30, due to earlier sunset. The on-line route map is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/33216296. It is optional, but you may preregister until Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 12:00 am.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862

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Levels D: 10mph, 16 miles. Meet at Salus University Gym, 8360 Old York Rd., Elkins Park, PA 19027. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Join us for some casual beginner friendly rides starting from Salus University on the border between Elkins Park and Jenkintown. We'll meet at the Hafter Community Center and Gym at Salus University. Four experienced ride leaders -- Bob Doyle, Diana Dooley, Chuck Herbert, and Fred Niebauer -- will leasd rides for new and returning riders. This is a good opportunity for people who are new to cycling or curious about riding with groups. We'll head out to less-busy residential streets and paved park pathways nearby. Our first few rides will be about 90 minutes, out and back. Everyone is welcome. You should have a bike in good repair, with a spare tube in case of a flat. Helmets are required. if you have any questions, just contact one of the ride leaders. The location has ample free parking and restrooms available in the gym. Occasionally, we'll gather for some refreshments afterwards.
Leaders: Chuck Herbert, , 267-228-1230 and Diana Dooley, , 215 680 2322 

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Level C- through D: 9-12mph, 15-30 miles. Meet at Flourtown Shopping Center. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Most summer Wednesday evenings, weather permitting. Gently paced, post-work ride to pedal away stresses, suited for novice or returning riders, newcomers to the area, and/or anyone seeking a low-intensity recovery ride. Peaceful roads Eastern Mont Co, w/brief rest stop. Please bring lights. Preregistration saves you writing time at the start. Meet in parking lot of Flourtown Shop Ctr Bethlehem Pike (McDonald's in front, facing the Pike). In September, as evening daylight shortens, this ride will meet earlier (5:45, then, 5:30). Helmets are required on all club rides. Please also bring two bottles for water/Gatorade, as well as front & rear bike lights. RESTROOMS are available inside GIANT MARKET. Occasionally throughout the summer, we will finish with post-ride refreshments. PUBLIC TRANSIT access to Flourtown: the 94 Bus runs along Bethlehem Pike. Nearby train stations include Fort Washington, Glenside, Wyndmoor, and Chestnut Hill East & West. Cue sheets will be available.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862

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