Ride Calendar

Join us on a road trip as we ride at the 4th Annual MTB Jamboree hosted by the Delaware Trailspinners. Several of us have attended the past few years and we've always had a blast. You'll love these trails (and the post-ride tailgate)! Call or e-mail to coordinate rides to the start or with questions.

Wonderful ride to brunch. bring lock and money for brunch

Catch the colors of fall while they're still out there with a nice trail ride! Meet at the gazebo adjacent to the Jim Thorpe train station at 9:45am for a 10am start. We'll do a 45 mile loop, with one substantial, 1300' hill climb over Broad Mountain right from the start (it's doable!). Once past the climb, it's lovely riding in the PA countryside, ~22 miles up to the Tannery Rd trail-head of the Lehigh Valley River Gorge trail, and another 20 or so of dead flat *trail* riding (slightly tipped downhill, but you'll never notice!). Road bikes with skinny tires can technically handle the trail's surface, but you'd be better off running 28s or wider, or on hybrid/mtn. No hammering, but we'll manage a B-/C+ pace; 14mph average over entire ride. Nobody dropped. Bring a snack and enough fluid, as we'll take a snack stop after we reach the trail. Don't forget your pump, tools, patches and tubes, as this is a remote trail. Rain will cancel. Please RSVP me via email if interested.

See Weekly Rides for details. Show and go or look for an ad-hoc ride.

Call the Ride Leader to confirm this specific ride and the details. Ride depends on the ride leader and the weather. Check the ride time because it may vary by leader and weather conditions.

A true C ride which waits cheerfully to regroup. Usually 25-35 miles with a lunch or snack stop.

Come enjoy the great outdoors (without cars) after dark! Lights and a trail permit are required (go to http://www.fairmountpark.org/TrailPermits.asp to purchase a permit). We ride for approximately 1-1/2 hours. Depending on the predicted weather and/or trail conditions, the ride may be cancelled or rescheduled for another evening. Call or e-mail to confirm that the ride is on or with questions.

This is a "road bike" ride that requires a strong front headlight and a rear tail light. We have 3 different groups (C, B and B+) which ride between 12 and 18 mph. We typically get @ 25 riders on warm nights. We meet 6pm at the SEPTA lot (E. Elm and Harry St.) in Conshohocken, PA. We leave the lot 6:15 sharp and head to the Philly Art Museum area via Roxboro, Manyunk and East Falls. We take a short 5 minute bathroom/snack break at Lloyd Hall before returning to Conshohocken by 8:30. Q sheets provided for slower or faster riders.Rain or starting temp. below 40F cancels the ride

All BCP members are encouraged to attend. To get something on the agenda, please contact Linda McGrane.

Rob's regular offseason weekly ride. Ride goes through Fairmount Pk to Falls Bridge, through Manayunk, to River Rd, up Hart's Lane, across Ridge Ave, down Andorra Rd, through Erdenheim, up Mongomery Ave, through Chestnut Hill, across McCallum St Bridge to Walnut Lane bridge to Henry Ave to Kelly Drive bike path. No one dropped, re-groups at top of hills. No other stops.

Terrain is rolling with a few climbs. Food stop at WAWA or a restaurant depending on the group's choice. Joint ride with SCU.

Usual Saturday Ambler ride. We'll keep a steady pace and effort (rolling speed on flat terrain 15 - 16 mph). Bring money for a snack at Toto's in Ambler. Route Map and Elevation Profile here: http://www.mapmyride.com/ride/united-states/pa/philadelphia/448390860. Wet roads or rain at 8.45 a.m. or over 50 percent forecast for rain between 9.00 a.m. and noon cancel ride. Hopefully we will have good weather for a change.

Ride with brunch stop. Call to confirm time, place and specifics. No call=no ride. Some rides may be in NJ

Wonderful ride to brunch. bring lock and money for brunch

RESCHEDULED FROM 10/25/09. Time to visit New Hope again. If you liked it in the Spring you will love it in the Fall. Backs roads, friendly group, leaves changing colors, not too cold (I hope). Stop at the French Bakery or WaWa. Regroup as needed, no one dropped. No killer hills. If we have as big a group as the spring there will be different speed groups. Cue sheets provided. Rain cancels.

**call the Ride Leader to confirm this specific ride. Ride depends on the ride leader and the weather. Check the ride time because it may vary by leader and weather conditions. We will ride on MLK Drive and into East Fairmount Park to practice our riding skills and gear shifting. There is plenty of time for questions and answers and no one will be left behind. You must wear a helmet and please bring something to eat and drink. We ask you to have a spare tube for your tire. E-mail or call the leaders if you have any questions.

See Weekly Rides for details. Show and go or look for an ad-hoc ride.

A true C ride which waits cheerfully to regroup. Usually 25-35 miles with a lunch or snack stop.

If you have the time to ride during the day, this ride is for you. We'll ride to a variety of destinations on scenic roads. See weekly ride calendar for details. Start temps below 45 will cancel. Note new November start time.

Come enjoy the great outdoors (without cars) after dark! Lights and a trail permit are required (go to http://www.fairmountpark.org/TrailPermits.asp to purchase a permit). We ride for approximately 1-1/2 hours. Depending on the predicted weather and/or trail conditions, the ride may be cancelled or rescheduled for another evening. Call or e-mail to confirm that the ride is on or with questions.

This is a reocurring Wed. night ride. See Nov. 4th ride description.

Rob's regular offseason weekly ride. Ride goes through Fairmount Pk to Falls Bridge, through Manayunk, to River Rd, up Hart's Lane, across Ridge Ave, down Andorra Rd, through Erdenheim, up Mongomery Ave, through Chestnut Hill, across McCallum St Bridge to Walnut Lane bridge to Henry Ave to Kelly Drive bike path. No one dropped, re-groups at top of hills. No other stops.

A scenic route to Ludwig's Corner, using other than the usual roads. Some roads fast and well paved, others, well... scenic. (total of about 3/4 mile of bad road, suitable for road tires, but at greatly reduced speed). This ride will regroup at hilltops and traffic lights. Starting at the visitors center lower parking lot of VFNHP.

Attend the 232nd Anniversary Siege & Bombard-ment of Fort Mifflin. This is a city ride out toward the Air Port. Lean about the history of the Colonial fort. there will be tours of the fort and enactments of the Siege. One of the real gems of history little known to most Philadelphians.

Ride with brunch stop. Call to confirm time, place and specifics. No calls= no ride. Some rides may be in NJ.

?CANCELLED? Because of the wet weather I am not going to lead the ride today. Usual Saturday Ambler ride. ***NOTE THE TIME CHANGE*** We'll keep a steady pace and effort (rolling speed on flat terrain 15 - 16 mph). Bring money for a snack at Toto's in Ambler. Route Map and Elevation Profile here: http://www.mapmyride.com/ride/united-states/pa/philadelphia/448390860. Wet roads or rain at 9.45 a.m. or over 50 percent forecast for rain between 10.00 a.m. and noon cancel ride. With the change of seasons the start time is changed.

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 provided for all riders.

Sunday's supposed to be a nice day, so let's cruise on down Better-Than-Ever Street. We'll go through Bryn Mawr and get jealous of the mansions.

Let's take advantage of the (hopefully) nicer mid-November weather. Destination uncertain, but count on a few moderate climbs and a brief rest stop. Note the slightly later start to avoid residual wetness and to let the air warm a bit. Rain or wet roads cancel.

Only temperature under 25 at the start or rain/snow cancels this ride! If you have a question call the leaders. RIDE, SNACK, and SEE the theater made famous by the 1958 movie "The Blob", starring Steve McQueen. (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XhyRpvgm03g) Note this ride DOES NOT start at the Art Museum! Meet at IKEA at 10:00 am. 400 Alan Wood Rd, Conshohocken, PA 19428 (please park by the fence near Alan Wood Road). Appx one mile north of the Conshohocken station of the SEPTA R6 line. No one will be dropped. We can split the group for those wanting to go faster. 100% paved, 98% flat and 94% on the Valley Forge, Schuylkill River and Perkiomen bike paths, with a mile or so on the road into Phoenixville. Food stop.

This ride is CANCELLED. Refer to the Evansburg Loop ride listed in place of this ride.

. We will follow the Metric Century route from the Cedar Grove rest stop to Evansburg and back. Depending on who shows, we will ride as two groups at two paces. Food stop should be at mile 20, but we're not sure what will be open along the route. So, be sure to bring enough snacks and water, just in case. Regroup as needed. No one dropped. A multi-club ride. Contact one of the leaders for directions and weather concerns.

See Weekly Rides for details. Show and go or look for an ad-hoc ride.

A true C ride which waits cheerfully to regroup. Usually 25-35 miles with a lunch or snack stop.

If you have the time to ride during the day, this ride is for you. We'll ride to a variety of destinations on scenic roads. See weekly ride calendar for details. Start temps below 45 will cancel. Note new November start time.

Come enjoy the great outdoors (without cars) after dark! Lights and a trail permit are required (go to http://www.fairmountpark.org/TrailPermits.asp to purchase a permit). We ride for approximately 1-1/2 hours. Depending on the predicted weather and/or trail conditions, the ride may be cancelled or rescheduled for another evening. Call or e-mail to confirm that the ride is on or with questions.

This is a reocurring Wed. night ride. See Nov. 4th ride description.

Rob's regular offseason weekly ride. Ride goes through Fairmount Pk to Falls Bridge, through Manayunk, to River Rd, up Hart's Lane, across Ridge Ave, down Andorra Rd, through Erdenheim, up Mongomery Ave, through Chestnut Hill, across McCallum St Bridge to Walnut Lane bridge to Henry Ave to Kelly Drive bike path. No one dropped, re-groups at top of hills. No other stops.

Rolling hills. Refreshments and bathroom break at Whole Foods in Devon. 18 mph on flats; 14-16 mph avg. overall. Leaves 8:50 SHARP!

Ride with brunch stop. Call to confirm time, place and specifics. No calls=no ride. Some rides may be in NJ.

Usual Saturday Ambler ride. ***NOTE THE TIME CHANGE*** We'll keep a steady pace and effort (rolling speed on flat terrain 15 - 16 mph). Bring money for a snack at Toto's in Ambler. Route Map and Elevation Profile here: http://www.mapmyride.com/ride/united-states/pa/philadelphia/448390860. Wet roads or rain at 9.45 a.m. or over 50 percent forecast for rain between 10.00 a.m. and noon cancel ride. With the change of seasons the start time is changed.

This is a new ride I'm in the process of working up. This will be the "preview" ride.We'll travel over the Tacony Palymra Bridge toward our destination, the historic town of Moorestown, NJ (http://www.moorestown.com/community/) where we'll have a sit down lunch.Return route is over the Ben Franklin Bridge. I may not have the Q sheets worked up so we'll have to explore this route together. Relatively flat ride with a few short hills on the front and back side of the route.Rain cancels.

Wonderful ride to brunch. Bring lock and money for brunch

Please join us at the Hiking Season Opener of the friendliest BCP hiking group around. We'll hike mostly on trails with a shorter, flatter option, keeping the hike relatively short to ease into the season. Well behaved 4 legged friends are welcome. Lunch afterwards for those interested.

Call the Ride Leader to confirm this specific ride and the details. Ride depends on the ride leader and the weather. Check the ride time because it may vary by leader and weather conditions.

Food stop at Whole Foods Market in Devon. Cue sheets provided. Terrain is flat to rolling hills with three or four moderate climbs. Call if the weather is questionable. For route see http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=527744

A true C ride which waits cheerfully to regroup. Usually 25-35 miles with a lunch or snack stop.

If you have the time to ride during the day, this ride is for you. We'll ride to a variety of destinations on scenic roads. See weekly ride calendar for details. Start temps below 45 will cancel. Note new November start time.

Come enjoy the great outdoors (without cars) after dark! Lights and a trail permit are required (go to http://www.fairmountpark.org/TrailPermits.asp to purchase a permit). We ride for approximately 1-1/2 hours. Depending on the predicted weather and/or trail conditions, the ride may be cancelled or rescheduled for another evening. Call or e-mail to confirm that the ride is on or with questions.

This is a reocurring Wed. night ride. See Nov. 4th ride description.

Meet 9am for a 9:15 start. We'll ride quiet back roads to Hatfield. Short 15 min. WAWA food stop. Rain cancels ride.

Join me as I show off all of the hidden stashes of singletrack on my annual Thanksgiving morning MTB ride. A trail permit is required (go to http://www.fairmountpark.org/TrailPermits.asp to purchase a permit). The ride may be canceled due to poor weather and/or trail conditions, so call ahead or e-mail to confirm or with questions.

CANCELLED DUE TO VERY HIGH WINDSI have not decided where we will go though we will have fun wherever it is. Dress appropriate for the weather and bring drink and a snack. No killer hills, regroup as necessary, not a race. In door rest stop if it is really cold. Rain or wet roads cancels.

Ride with brunch stop. Call to confirm time, place and specifics. No calls=no ride. Some rides may be in NJ.

Level C+/B-, 14-16 mph, 42 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain at 10:00 am. . Usual Saturday Ambler ride. ***NOTE THE TIME CHANGE*** We'll keep a steady pace and effort (rolling speed on flat terrain 15 - 16 mph). Bring money for a snack at Toto's in Ambler. Route Map and Elevation Profile here: http://www.mapmyride.com/ride/united-states/pa/philadelphia/448390860. Wet roads or rain at 9.45 a.m. or over 50 percent forecast for rain between 10.00 a.m. and noon cancels ride. With the change of seasons the start time is changed.

It rained on my parade, so I will try again. See Nov 14 above.

We'll explore the upper trails of the Wissahickon, traveling both sides of the creek. Work off that Thanksgiving meal (and the leftovers you've been eating all weekend)! Well-behaved dogs are welcome to join with their well-behaved owners.

Call the Ride Leader to confirm this specific ride and the details. Ride depends on the ride leader and the weather. Check the ride time because it may vary by leader and weather conditions.

See Weekly Rides for details. Show and go or look for an ad-hoc ride.

A true C ride which waits cheerfully to regroup. Usually 25-35 miles with a lunch or snack stop.