Ride Calendar

Meet 12 noon in the SEPTA lot in Conshohocken (E. Elm and Harry St.). We will have a "warm-up" WAWA stop at mile 14 before heading into CC Philly. We'll view the parade from outside the Kimmell Center (we can defrost inside the center if needed). If you're too tired/cold to ride back to Conshohocken we'll drop you off at the 30th St.station and you can take the train back. Rain,snow,icy roads,or starting temp. below 25 F cancels ride. Round trip bike ride returns to Conshohocken by 4:30pm

BCP will participate in the 7th edition of "Pecha Kucha Night Philadelphia". (Pecha Kucha is Japanese for chit-chat or conversation.) BCP (and other organizations also invited) will present our "Greatest Hits" to the audience, by showing and narrating 20 images (slides), 20 seconds each. Special events, such as the New Hope to New York Ride, will be among the highlights. This evening will be a fun, informative, & entertaining way of explaining to others what makes BCP such a special club, and why our members, rides, & events are so delightful. Details are available at: http://phillybikeclub.org/newbcp/events/ShowAndTellNight.pdf. Suggested donation for guests is $5/person at the door. Hope to see you there on New Year's night!

RIDE CANCELLED, WET CONDITIONS. Every Sunday thru March for a ride from Valley Forge to Harleysville. Indoor coffee break at the Hennings Market in Harleysville. Plan is to be back in VF by noon.

Montgomery or Bucks County ride with an indoor rest stop. No killer hills, no one dropped, regroup as needed. Wet roads, stuff falling from the sky or temps below 25 at the start cancels. If unsure ride is on please call.

Come join us for the first hike in 2011. We will be hiking mainly on the trails with flat options. Well-behaved four-legged friends welcome.

Check with the ride leader...or the calendar or the list-serve the week of the ride for details. This is an opportunity to begin to learn about and experience riding when it is colder. Be sure to wear your helmet; wear layers that wick moisture; dress warmly enough; and, bring something to eat and to drink. Check the air pressure in your tires and pump them the morning of the ride. New Phone # 267-414-9037 RAIN ONE HOUR BEFORE THE RIDE CANCELS!

Join me for a leisurely ride the day after New Years day. We will ride a C pace (10-12 mph) from the Azalea gardens behind the Art Museum to Bruno's in Chestnut Hill. Anthony Broomell will be the ride leader, call him for information. 610-803-3017 rain, snow or temperature below 32 will cancel the ride

A friendly C ride which cheerfully waits to regroup. Usually 25-35 miles, usually 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. Call or e-mail to confirm that the ride is on or with questions.

Every Saturday thru March for a ride from Valley Forge to Kimberton. Indoor coffee break at the Kimberton Wholefoods in Kimberton. Plan is to be back in VF by noon.

Another long and easy ride out the Schuykil River Trail passing Valley Forge National Park along the way. A coffee break at the Outbound Station on the trail in Conshohocken. We will need to take Port Providence Rd and then Phoenixville - Collegeville Rd to cross the river and check out the progress of the trail there. Lunch in Phoenixville. Maybe we can challenge ourselves by taking the old on the road route back to Conshohocken then the bike trail to Philly. Rain / Snow one hour to ride start cancels the ride New Phone # 267-414-9037

Frequently we ride to Ambler but we may ride to other locations such as North Wales or Devon. Route Map and Elevation Profile for the Ambler ride here: http://www.mapmyride.com/ride/united-states/pa/philadelphia/448390860. 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 9:00 a.m. and noon cancel ride. Check the web site for up-to-date information.

Every Sunday thru March for a ride from Valley Forge to Harleysville. Indoor coffee break at the Hennings Market in Harleysville. Plan is to be back in VF by noon.

It's winter...it's a Sunday...that means it's time to hike! Put on your layers and your hiking boots and join us in the beautiful Wissahickon. Friendly, four-legged companions are always welcome to join us.

RIDE CANCELLED -we will do a five mile hike along Lock 60 and the Oaks Reach of the Schuylkill Canal. A multi-club ride. Bring snacks, liquids, lock and money. NO CALLS = NO RIDE!.

Check with the ride leader...or the calendar or the list-serve the week of the ride for details. This is an opportunity to begin to learn about and experience riding when it is colder. Be sure to wear your helmet; wear layers that wick moisture; dress warmly enough; and, bring something to eat and to drink. Check the air pressure in your tires and pump them the morning of the ride. New Phone # 267-414-9037 RAIN ONE HOUR BEFORE THE RIDE CANCELS!

A friendly C ride which cheerfully waits to regroup. Usually 25-35 miles, usually 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. Call or e-mail to confirm that the ride is on or with questions.

All BCP members are encouraged to attend this social meeting -- an entertaining "travelogue" presentation by a number of club members about their cycling tours and trips -- colorful photos and humorous stories about their journeys on two wheels. Light refreshments will be served.

Heading out the Mainline to Darby-Paoli Rd, to Church Rd, to Sugartown Rd. Our destination is the Paoli Memorial Park in Malvern where there is a revolutionary war memorial. Wont stop there long because of the cold. Lunch in Malvern. Return route will be what I call the upper route - Swedesford Rd and Valley Forge Park. We can check out if any progress on the Chester Valley Trail which will run from King of Prussia - paralleling 202 all the way to Exton and hopefully to Downingtown - Coatesville, parts of which are open! Rain / snow one hour before start cancels the ride.

Every Saturday thru March for a ride from Valley Forge to Kimberton. Indoor coffee break at the Kimberton Wholefoods in Kimberton. Plan is to be back in VF by noon.

Let's enjoy and play in the snow while we still have it! Bring your XC skis, and/or, your snow shoes. We'll meet in the parking lot of the Militia Hill Day area, across from the Hawk Watch (wooden deck with panoramic view). There are rest rooms next to this parking lot. If approaching from Stenton Ave., turn north onto Joshua Rd. Turn right at State Park entrance (there should be a sign: "Militia Hill Picnic Area"), then immediately bear left on Park Road. In approx. 1/2 to one mile, the parking lot will be on your left, and hawk watch area on your right. From Skippack Pike, turn south on Militia Hill, then take the next left onto Park Rd. Drive up hill on Park Rd, then hawk watch will be on left, parking lot on right. Plenty of trails to explore in the snow. If you'd like to co-lead, I'd love your company!

Frequently we ride to Ambler but we may ride to other locations such as North Wales or Devon. Route Map and Elevation Profile for the Ambler ride here: http://www.mapmyride.com/ride/united-states/pa/philadelphia/448390860. 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 9:00 a.m. and noon cancel ride. Check the web site for up-to-date information.

Montgomery or Bucks County ride with an indoor rest stop. No killer hills, no one dropped, regroup as needed. Wet roads, stuff falling from the sky or temps below 25 at the start cancels. If unsure ride is on please call.

Every Sunday thru March for a ride from Valley Forge to Harleysville. Indoor coffee break at the Hennings Market in Harleysville. Plan is to be back in VF by noon.

Please join us on a hike in the beautiful Wissahickon. We'll do 5-7 miles, mostly on trails with flat options. Well-behaved four-legged friends are welcome. See weekly hike listing for directions to the start.

Check with the ride leader...or the calendar or the list-serve the week of the ride for details. This is an opportunity to begin to learn about and experience riding when it is colder. Be sure to wear your helmet; wear layers that wick moisture; dress warmly enough; and, bring something to eat and to drink. Check the air pressure in your tires and pump them the morning of the ride. RAIN ONE HOUR BEFORE THE RIDE CANCELS!

A friendly C ride which cheerfully waits to regroup. Usually 25-35 miles, usually 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. Call or e-mail to confirm that the ride is on or with questions.

Every Saturday thru March for a ride from Valley Forge to Kimberton. Indoor coffee break at the Kimberton Wholefoods in Kimberton. Plan is to be back in VF by noon.

Let's enjoy and play in the snow while we still have it! Bring your XC skis, and/or, your snow shoes. We'll meet in the Flourtown parking lot of Ft. Washington State Park, where Mill Rd bends between Bethlehem Pike & Stenton. We can explore the Green Ribbon Preserve Trail, which follows the Wissahickon Creek. Map of the State Park is available at: www.dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks/parks/fortwashington/fortwashington_mini.pdf. If you'd like to co-lead, I'd love your company! There is a food court nearby, for a post-ski hot coffee/cocoa, snack or lunch break.

Sorry to have to cancel, but the slick roads on Friday will refreeze Friday night. Saturday's temperature will be very cold. (Ride is cancelled in the event of rain/snow/ice/slick roads, or if the temperature at start time is less than 29F.) I will be posting a cross-country ski session, instead. Thank you.

Frequently we ride to Ambler but we may ride to other locations such as North Wales or Devon. Route Map and Elevation Profile for the Ambler ride here: http://www.mapmyride.com/ride/united-states/pa/philadelphia/448390860. 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 9:00 a.m. and noon cancel ride. Check the web site for up-to-date information.

Ride is CANCELLED. TTToo FFFreakin' CCCold!!

Let's spend Sunday morning communing with Mother Nature. We will hike some of the upper trails, and flat options will be available on the way back. Well-behaved four-legged companions are always welcome. What better way to spend a Sunday morning when it's too cold to ride the roads! Optional lunch stop after the hike -- there are several nearby places to eat in Chestnut Hill.

Check with the ride leader...or the calendar or the list-serve the week of the ride for details. This is an opportunity to begin to learn about and experience riding when it is colder. Be sure to wear your helmet; wear layers that wick moisture; dress warmly enough; and, bring something to eat and to drink. Check the air pressure in your tires and pump them the morning of the ride. RAIN ONE HOUR BEFORE THE RIDE CANCELS!

A true C ride which cheerfully waits to regroup. Usually 25-35 miles, usually 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. Call or e-mail to confirm that the ride is on or with questions.

Every Sunday thru March for a ride from Valley Forge to Kimberton. Indor coffee break at the Kimberton Wholefoods in Kimberton. Plan is to be back in VF by noon.

Frequently we ride to Ambler but we may ride to other locations such as North Wales or Devon. Route Map and Elevation Profile for the Ambler ride here: http://www.mapmyride.com/ride/united-states/pa/philadelphia/448390860. 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 9:00 a.m. and noon cancel ride. Check the web site for up-to-date information.

4+ hours of fun. Old member or new, take this midwinter opportunity to celebrate the past year of riding and to kick off the 2010 season, while honoring our friends who volunteer to make our club so successful. Check out our Banquet location, the popular Manayunk Brewery, the loft of a historic wool and cotton mill. The evening will begin with a cocktail/hors d'oeuvres hour from 6-7 [cash bar], followed by dinner at 7, then awards and election of our Board of Directors. We anticipate an evening of camaraderie and great food, including vegetarian and non-vegetarian selections, unique surroundings, warmed by music. You get all of this for just $30/person.

Ride Cancelled. Roads are still too icy/snow covered.

Montgomery or Bucks County ride with an indoor rest stop. No killer hills, no one dropped, regroup as needed. Wet roads, stuff falling from the sky or temps below 25 at the start cancels. If unsure ride is on please call.

Bring your well-behaved friends (both the two-legged and four legged variety) for this tour of the lower Wissahickon Valley (southern portion). Will we see Hermit's Cave? How many steps will everyone count at the 100 steps? Come on out to find out! Rain cancels.

CANCELLED, in order to not conflict with the regularly scheduled Sunday hike in the Wissahickon, which will take place as planned. We'll try another date for this activitiy. More snow on the way later this coming week?

Check with the ride leader...or the calendar or the list-serve the week of the ride for details. This is an opportunity to begin to learn about and experience riding when it is colder. Be sure to wear your helmet; wear layers that wick moisture; dress warmly enough; and, bring something to eat and to drink. Check the air pressure in your tires and pump them the morning of the ride. RAIN ONE HOUR BEFORE THE RIDE CANCELS!

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