Ride Calendar

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

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.

The clean-up and ride are moved up to Saturday, since thunderstorms are now forecast for Sunday. Please contact one of the leaders if you can make it. The ride starts after the clean-up (approx. 10:00am if we get enough help). Bring your bike and gear. We will do C and D paced rides (all ride together; No one dropped) Our Adopt-A-Highway road clean-up is a civic event jointly sponsored by BBC and BCP. Bring $ Bring water and a snack. It will be a late breakfast. Call it brunch, if you like. SEPTA bus routes #124 & #125 stop close by the park. Call one of the leaders if you need directions to the start. PLEASE NOTE: We have to know in advance if you are joining us for the road clean-up. We need nine people for a full crew. So, please, please, let one of the leaders know, in advance, if you can commit to the clean-up.

Ride across town to Old Kings Highway, heading up to the Northeast to Pennypack water front park so we can start the ride on the Pennypack Park bike path from its beginning. We will cycle the entire length almost to the city edge at Pine Rd. From there follow the Septa Fox Chase line back thru Tookany Creek Park, Roosevelt Blvd., Hunting Park Av back to Kelly Dr. and our start. Hills will be on the bike trails. This will be a good learning experience cycling on this style of dedicated bike path.

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.

Please join us as we hike mainly on the trails with flat options. Well-behaved four-legged friends are welcome.

Check with the leader...or the calendar or the list-serve the week of the ride for details. See Weekly Rides for details. RAIN ONE HOUR BEFORE THE RIDE, CANCELS!

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

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.

Let's do this again because I want to keep upping the miles for D riders each month so that in April we will go to the Bettswood section of Valley Forge Park, 45 miles, then to Pheonixville in May, 55 miles, and early June to Collegeville, 65 miles, all flat as a pancake! The Manayunk Canal Tow Path portion of the Schuylkilll River Trail has been upgraded so lets check it out and continue on toward Conshohocken where we will cross the river, cycling up the West side to Bridgeport, PA where there is a great donut shoppe! (sadly the Out Bound Station has closed along the SRT at Conshohocken)

Anyone want to join me in cycling the Chester Valley Trail Phase 2 from Rt 29 to the Schuykill Expressway then back to Phila. via the Schuykill River Trail? Mike Broennele of the Delaware Valley Bicycle Club is leading this adventurous exploration of the CVT. Fat tires: mountain, cross or hybrid bikes. We will catch the first train of Saturday morning to Paoli - board Market East 7:40am, Suburban Station 7:45am, 30th Street Station 7:49am. Call me so I have an idea of who might be joining me and can answer any questions you might have. Easy Ride.

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.

Anyone for hot coffee, tea, or cocoa, mixed with warm conversation? Let's head west/NW toward the Main Line, at an easy, relaxed pace, in search of a welcoming cafe. We will climb a few hills here & there, but slow & gentle climbing (or walking up hills) is perfectly fine on this ride. We'll stop to regroup as often as needed. Cue sheets will be provided, but the route can be adjusted as needed/desired. Ride is cancelled in the event of rain/snow/ice/slick roads, or if the temperature at start time is less than 29F. PLEASE CONTACT the LEADER AHEAD of TIME, if you plan to join this ride. Also, please contact the Leader if you have questions, e.g., proper layers of clothing.

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.

We'll hike the trails of the beautiful Wissahickon gorge, plus a mile or two or three through historic Chestnut Hill. Responsible hikers with any number of legs welcome. Join us following the hike for a season ending get together at Howard and Cathy's house (1/2 block from train station). Email or call Howard if you need directions, or would like to bring something (completely optional).

Short ride for those new to cycling, or looking to improve fitness. We'll take a loop through Center City on the cross-town bike lanes, taking in the Ben Franklin Bridge, the Constitution Center, and Washington Square. We'll finish with an optional ramble around Fairmount Park to add some miles and get a hill or two in. Safety instruction and equipment check provided.

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

Leisure ride in and around the city of Philly. Mid-morning (10am), Midweek (Wednesday). Sometimes just in Fairmount Park, Sometimes down to the Navy Yard (we can get in on weekdays), Sometimes to the Outbound Station along the Schuylkill River Trail in Conshohocken, sometimes wherever you request that morning at the start. This will be a recurring, once a mid-month ride. Anthony Broomell's real phone # is 610-803-3017. Rain, one hour before ride is to start, cancels.

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.

We'll take a leisurely jaunt to Skippack, stopping for a quick lunch at the Italian Market (yeah, picnic tables and warmth, a welcome combo). Generally rolling hills, with a modest climb or two that I won't be in shape for. No cue sheet as we will ride together and regroup as needed.

Let's try this again since it was canceled due to snow/ice on the roads in January. 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. Won't stop there long because of the distance needed to cover this day. Lunch will be down the hill at US 1 and ST 29 where I have been told is a very good store to buy food. 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! We will ease on down the Schuylkill River Trail back to Philly. 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.

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.

This is the first breakfast ride of the year. It's a great ride for morning people, especially those people moving up from the D ride and those looking for a friendly group interesting in stopping for brunch so they can gossip with new friends. Bring money for brunch and lock.

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.

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

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.

Please note the earlier start time - the hike will start promptly at 9 AM. The calendar says it's Spring, but apparently Winter did not get the memo. We'll start by hiking through Andorra Natural Area on the Roxborough side, a place not often visited on our hikes, and work our way over to the Chestnut Hill side. Those seeking a flatter alternative for part of the hike can use Forbidden Drive. Friendly 2-legged and 4-legged companions welcome. Optional post-hike lunch at the dog-friendly Cedars House. Steady rain cancels.

We will still arrive at Kimberton Whole Foods, but the trip will be more challenging than the usual Saturday ride. Be prepared for more climbing as well as more distance. Pace to be determined by who shows up.

Have you been sick? Overwhelmed at work? Full of excuses (like I am) for why you haven't been on your bike since last October? Well, this is the ride for you. A short, easy paced C-ride, under 20 miles, with a few gentle hills. Enough to get you started for the year, but not enough to kill you. And we'll stop near the end in Manayunk for coffee.

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.

Hike to a panoramic view of the Blue Mountains, considered by many to be the best view from the Appalachian Trail in PA. Meet at UDHS to car pool to the trail head at the Hamburg reservoir. (Near Hawk Mt.) Bring water and food for a hearty snack while we enjoy the view. Optional side trip to Cabelas afterwards. Recommended: Sturdy footwear, a day pack and dress in layers. (I have a couple of loaner day packs if you need one.)

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.

Ride suitable for those new to cycling or looking to improve fitness. We will take a ramble around Fairmount Park, investigating some neighborhoods on the western edge. Safety instruction and equipment check provided.

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

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

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.