Ride Calendar

Don't miss the 213th annual Italian Fountain Century, this year with inner ring clockwise and outer ring counterclockwise, fully marked course and fully sag supported. Outer ring riders do 1,000 laps, inner ring 2,000 laps to make the full 100 miles. Shorter routes and dizziness treatment available.

We'll ride to Evansburg State Park, climbing a hill or two on the way, and then return via West Point where we'll stop for a bite to eat. We'll ride a leisurely pace, enjoy each others company, and regroup as needed.

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We'll do a short ride today with a quick 10 min. rest stop in Eagleville. We should be back to Flourtown no later than 12-12:30pm. Meet 8:45 for a 9am start from the Ft. Washington State Park Flourtown Picnic area at 33 W. Mill Rd, Flourtown,Pa. This ride has one big climb (Bean Rd.) and is mainly flat to rolling. We'll head back to Flourtown thru Norristown Farm Park. Q sheets provided for slower or faster riders.Rain cancels the ride.

Spring is springing....time to get our legs back and start to ride some hills. We will tackle the 5-hill ride so many of us are familiar with....rose glen, hart's lane, montgomery, and a couple more that shall remain nameless. Cue sheet provided.

This is the third attempt to get this ride in. Will it be a charmer?? Join us and find out. . Route goes through King of Prussia and Upper Merion, crosses the Schuylkill River and continues up the Cross County Trail (paved) to IKEA. After a tasty interlude (Swedish meatballs?) we remount and spin under Ridge Pike, across the end of the Metroplex shopping center, to the Schuylkill River Trail. At Betzwood we cross the river on the boardwalk. Then back to Chesterbrook. Expect a few hills. No one dropped. Cue sheets provided. Bring a lock, snack, beverage & $. A multi-club ride. In the event of weather concerns, or for directions, contact leaders.

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

Most often we ride the Ambler ride. We'll keep a steady pace and effort (rolling speed on flat terrain 15 - 16 mph). Bring money for a snack. Wet roads or rain at 9.00 a.m. or over 50 percent forecast for rain between 10.00 a.m. and noon cancel ride. Check the web site for up-to-date information.

Ride north thru Fairmount Park towards Ambler to Stenton Ave or beyond depending on time of sunset. Return to Conshohocken and the bike trail. No rest stops.

Ride north thru Fairmount Park towards Ambler to Stenton Ave or beyond depending on time of sunset. Return to Conshohocken and the bike trail. No rest stops.

Easy ride to somewhere. Weather will determine where. Some hills, no one dropped, wait for me at the top of hills. Rest stop may be inside or outside depending on the weather. Rain, hail, snow, sleet, strong winds and wet roads cancels. Call if unsure if ride is on.

Scenic ride with a few not too steep hills. Very nice indoor rest stop at 23 miles. Relaxed pace for an early season tune up.

We will ride around Fairmount park and head over to the west side to enjoy lunch at the Centennial Cafe in the Ohio House. After 10 miles of riding we will take a break for lunch or snacks. The ride finishes with 5 miles back to the Italian Fountain. Much of the ride wil be on MLK (West Drive). First 10 miles will have some hills. We will regroup frequently, and discuss safe riding, and answer questions. Must have helmet, and water or other fitness drink, and a safe means to carry your drink. You must check your tire pressure and pump your tires before the ride. Please bring money for the lunch stop. Centennial Cafe does take credit cards. Meet at 11:45 am for a prompt noon departure.

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

Ride every Monday April thru Sept. See "Weekly" ride description section for details. Rain cancels rides.

We'll ride to Rosenberg's Dairy where we'll stop for a bite to eat. We'll ride a leisurely pace, enjoy each others company, and regroup as needed. Call if you need directions.

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Meet at 5:45 for a prompt 6:00 start. Additional ride levels may be offered depending on interest. Rain cancels. See Weekly Rides for details.

We'll ride to Skippack, climbing a hill or two here and there. Wawa or sitdown stop in Skippack. We'll ride a leisurely pace, enjoy each others company, and regroup as needed. Ride leaves at 10:00.

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The slower group is C+ ride due to distance and few regroupings. The terrain is rolling with a few easy climbs. The terrain is rolling with a few climbs. Sitdown lunch near Doylestown. The longer distance has a short water and bathroom break at 25 miles. Joint ride w/ SCU. Terri Clark will be available to lead a 15-16 MPH pace.

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

Most often we ride the Ambler ride. We'll keep a steady pace and effort (rolling speed on flat terrain 15 - 16 mph). Bring money for a snack. Wet roads or rain at 9.00 a.m. or over 50 percent forecast for rain between 10.00 a.m. and noon cancel ride. Check the web site for up-to-date information

We'll go to Chestnut Hill and have a muffin and coffee at Bruno's on Northwestern Avenue. From there we'll head down to the river and ride the trail to Oaks before heading back via Evansburg Park and the back roads of Skippack. No one left behind. Rain Cancels Jay Sitkin (215-362-8591)

There are lots of ways to spend the day; take a spin with me to Paoli and I'll show you a way. We'll cycle about 50 miles....the first 30 or so the most hilly. We arrive at the Paoli WaWa for a quick rest stop (at about mile 30). From there, "it is all down hill" as they say, back to Center City. Cue sheet will be provided. Minimal regrouping.

Wonderful ride to brunch. Bring lock and money for brunch.

We'll ride to Whole Foods for a quick food stop. Flat to rolling terrain. Expect a leisurely pace and good company. We'll regroup as needed - no one left behind. Jointly listed with SCU.

We will ride on MLK Drive and into East Fairmount Park to practice our riding skills and gear shifting. We will talk about safety, bicycle etiquette and group riding. There is plenty of time for questions and answers and no one will be left behind. You must wear a helmet and bring something to eat and drink. Bring an extra tube for your tire. Optional 3 flat miles on the Schuylkill River Trail, coffee, etc. after the ride.

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

Ride every Monday April thru Sept. See "Weekly" ride description section for details. Rain cancels rides.

We'll stretch or legs a little today as we'll ride a bit faster than we've been doing during our weekday rides. Nice route with a few hills to get us in shape. Quick stop at Central Park, and then a WaWa on the return. Will regroup as needed, but must be able to maintain the average pace. Accurate cue sheet and good company provided.

Fast paced ride with no rest stops. The ride goes north thru Germantown to Stenton ave and back via the bike trail

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Meet at 5:45 for a prompt 6:00 start. Additional ride levels may be offered depending on interest. Rain cancels. See Weekly Rides for details.

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Hiil ride thru Gladwyn with no rest stops

Flat to gently rolling hills...although the Art Museum is at sea level and there is no where to go but up. As we build stamina and skills we may go for longer rides and include more hills - it depends on who is in the group. No one is left behind. You must wear a helmet. Be sure to bring something to drink and some rides may include coffee/breakfast stops. Bring an extra tube for your tire. Call the Ride Leader for details or look on the list-serve and on the calendar the weekdays before the ride. We will smile and feel the wind in our faces.

Easy ride to warm up for tomorrow's Girls with Gears ride that is hilly. No major hills, just some training to get in shape. No one dropped, regroup as needed to wait for me. Rest stop some where depending on the weather. Wet roads or stuff failing from the sky cancesl. Call if unsure if ride is on.

Easy early season ride. One short tough hill + a few rollers. No rider dropped. Nice indoor rest stop at 17.5 miles.

Most often we ride the Ambler ride. We'll keep a steady pace and effort (rolling speed on flat terrain 15 - 16 mph). Bring money for a snack. Wet roads or rain at 9.00 a.m. or over 50 percent forecast for rain between 10.00 a.m. and noon cancel ride. Check the web site for up-to-date information

Ride with brunch stop. Call to confirm time, place, specifics as these may vary. Some rides may be in NJ.

Terri will lead her usual B pace and Rob will sweep a bit slower. This is a fun chance to check out the Farm Park in the Spring. We go thru Chestnut Hill out to Ambler, then shoot over some decent roads into Norristown to the park via a WAWA stop. Rolling terrain, lots of fun. We return via the bike path from Norristown, unless we decide to reroute via River Road.

Mostly through the Bryn Mawr area with a break at the halfway point. We can always skip a creek or two if we haven't reached mid-season form. Meet at the Italilan Fountain at 10:00am.

Wonderful ride to brunch. Bring lock and money for brunch.

See the Weekly Rides information or call the Ride Leader for details. Ride description may be put on the list-serve and on the calendar on the weekdays before the ride.

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

Ride every Monday April thru Sept. See "Weekly" ride description section for details. Rain cancels rides.

See Weekly Rides for details.

Fast paced ride with no srops. Goes north thru the park to Germantown to Stenton ave and back via the bike trail

Meet at 5:45 for a prompt 6:00 start. Additional ride levels may be offered depending on interest. Rain cancels. See Weekly Rides for details.

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Hiil ride thru Gladwyn with no rest stops

We'll ride as a group (no cue sheets) to Flourtown, where we will join the Ride to Harleysville (which will have cue sheets). 3 pace options available from Flourtown. Please arrive at least 10 minutes early as we need to leave promptly to make the ride on time.

Level D , 10-11 mph, 15 miles. Meet at Formal Entrance to The Azalea Garden near the Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum at 9 am for a 9:15 departure. We will ride in Fairmount park and head over to the west side to enjoy brunch at the Centennial Cafe in the Ohio House. After 10 miles of riding we will take a break for brunch or snacks. The ride finishes with 5 miles back to the Italian Fountain. Much of the ride will be on MLK (West Drive). First 10 miles will have some hills. We will regroup frequently, and discuss safe riding, and answer questions. Must have helmet, and water or other fitness drink, and a safe means to carry your drink. You must check your tire pressure and pump your tires before the ride. Please bring money for the brunch stop. Centennial Cafe does take credit cards.

Flat to gently rolling hills...although the Art Museum is at sea level and there is no where to go but up. As we build stamina and skills we may go for longer rides and include more hills - it depends on who is in the group. No one is left behind. You must wear a helmet. Be sure to bring something to drink and some rides may include coffee/breakfast stops. Bring an extra tube for your tire. Call the Ride Leader for details or look on the list-serve and on the calendar the weekdays before the ride. We will smile and feel the wind in our faces.

It's still early in the season, so we'll take a nice spin up north a bit. Bring a few snacks and plenty to drink. Rain cancels. Linda & Doug Mueller

Let's ride to Harleysville, a recent club favorite. Please arrive by 9:15 for a prompt 9:30 start. Three paces offered, C+ (12-13), B- (14) and B (15-16). The C+ pace will ride 43 miles, the other 48. Rest stop at Wawa or Pizza place in Harleysville. Expect rolling hills, scenic country roads, an accurate cue sheet and good company. Jointly listed with SCU.

Most often we ride the Ambler ride. We'll keep a steady pace and effort (rolling speed on flat terrain 15 - 16 mph). Bring money for a snack. Wet roads or rain at 9.00 a.m. or over 50 percent forecast for rain between 10.00 a.m. and noon cancel ride. Check the web site for up-to-date information

We’ll head out towards the Delaware River via Ralph Stover State Park. There will be some covered bridges, a climb or two, some shady areas and nice rest stop in between. This is a nice ride for a Sunday morning. Bring plenty to drink and a power bar just in case. No one dropped. Rain cancels. Jay Sitkin (215-362-8591)

Paoli Ramble. Steady pace, short rest stop at the shopping center on Rt 252. Cue sheet provided. Ride ends back at the Fountain which is a short ride from the Spring Party. Terri will lead a faster group. Regrouping as needed. RAIN CANCELS. CHECK THIS SPACE BY 8 AM SUNDAY FOR UPDATE.

We will ride thru the Western suburbs for about 40 miles, returning in time to join the Spring Kick-off Event. This ride will have some possibly challenging hills, but this will be "a true C ride which cheerfully waits to regroup." We will stop in the Villanova/Haverford area about the halfway point for refreshments and light food - choice of the Bagel Barrel or 7-11.

Wonderful ride to brunch. Bring lock and money for brunch.

You can call the Ride Leader for details, plus the ride description will be put on the list-serve and on the calendar the week before the ride.

A friendly C ride which cheerfully waits to regroup. Usually 25-35 miles, usually with a lunch or snack stop, but this week we will probably skip the break so that we can head to the BCP kickoff event after the ride. We will be able to get refreshments there.

Ride every Monday April thru Sept. See "Weekly" ride description section for details. Rain cancels rides.

We ride the less travelled roads of the Mainline. We will increase the distance until we reach Valley Forge.

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Fast paced ride with no srops. Goes north thru the park to Germantown to Stenton ave and back via the bike trail

All welcome to help mail the newsletter, snacks and good company guaranteed along with some light work.

Meet at 5:45 for a prompt 6:00 start. Additional ride levels may be offered depending on interest. Rain cancels. See Weekly Rides for details.

We ride the less travelled roads of the Mainline. We will increase the distance until we reach Valley Forge.

We'll stretch or legs a little today and get a little weekday distance in. Nice route with a few hills. Quick stop at Central Park, and then a WaWa on the return. Will regroup as needed.

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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.