Ride Calendar

This week, we will go to Doylestown or Valley Forge Park, riders choice. If weather is questionable, call my cell phone, 215-806-2062, after 7 AM the morning of the ride. Emails letting me know that you are coming are most welcome.

Ride every Monday April thru Sept. with over 100 other cyclists. We have 7 different ride groups. See "Weekly" ride description section for details. Rain cancels rides.

Ride from NE Phila. to the monthly newsletter mailing party downtown, to join Tom Witt and his dedicated crew, as they prepare the August Quick Release for mailing. Please bring a LOCK, and please bring LIGHTS for the return trip. Meet at 5:10, in order to leave by 5:25. Please call the Leader with questions, or if the weather is threatening. Ride is cancelled in the event of rain.

Riding the less travelled roads of the Main Line starting in Narberth and extending west towards Valley Forge. We will ride to Valley Forge via Gypsy Lane and through the west end of the Park

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

Parking is at the Longford Rd Dog Park. See map for exact location. Sorry, dogs not invited on the ride. Mileage will increase as daylight increases, hills will increase as the weeks progress. No one dropped.

Easy-paced evening jaunt for novice riders, newcomers to the area, and/or anyone interested in a gentle recovery ride. We'll do a loop around some of the many pretty streets in Flourtown and surrounding neighborhoods, adjusting the route as needed to return before dark. Please bring lights if you have them for safety & visibility. Please contact the Leader with any questions, or if the weather is threatening. Ride is cancelled in the event of rain. Please note the change in day (Wednesday, not Thursday) and the change in meeting point (Flourtown, not Glenside).

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.

Riding the less travelled roads of the Main Line starting in Narberth and extending west towards Valley Forge. We will ride to Valley Forge via Gypsy Lane and through the west end of the Park

A three hill ride. Ride regroups at the top of each hill. No riders will be dropped. 50% chance of rain between 5:00 and 8:00 cancels the ride. Ride leaves at 6:00 sharp

Rained out COS on Monday and a good chance of another rain out Wednesday at Flourtown. Mother nature is being really mean to our ride schedule. Let's try to get a ride in. Meet at the Flourtown shopping center for 6:00pm departure. We will decide between two routes: (Skippack or Art Museum). We will maintain true B+ speeds. This ride is cancelled if rains, or the Flourtown ride does not get cancelled on Wednesday.

We were rained out on Wednesday, so let's ride on Thursday. We'll ride slower than my usual pace (but at the advertised average) - not too flat and not too hilly. Please arrive 15 minutes early so we can leave the parking lot promptly at 6 pm. Call with questions. Rain within 45 minutes of the ride start cancels.

Easy-paced evening jaunt for novice riders, newcomers to the area, and/or anyone interested in a gentle recovery ride. We'll do a loop around some of the many pretty streets in Glenside and surrounding neighborhoods, adjusting the route as needed to return before dark. Please bring lights if you have them for safety & visibility. Please contact the Leader with any questions, or if the weather is threatening. Ride is cancelled in the event of rain. For last-minute weather-related questions, please do not e-mail -- pleasse call.

Repeat of a popular Tom Madle route, we'll ride from COS in Wayne, past Valley Forge, to Ludwig's Corner. Wawa stop at mile 19, and a sit-down rest stop at mile 29. We'll return to Valley Forge and Wayne via Kimberton (optional stop at Kimberton Whole Foods). Route is mostly rolling, with some hills, but we will stop to regroup as needed. Cue sheets will be provided. Please contact the leader if the weather is questionable.

Meet at Betzwood picninc area right off the Schullkill River Trail.(Trooper exit off Rt. 422) We'll ride out to Wayne and through Conshohoken, with a few miles on the SRT. Planning a food/water stop in Conshy. We'll wait to regroup on hills. Mostly rolling with a few mild hills. (This is a modified Tom Madle cue sheet). Text call or email with questions or to let me know you're coming.

A Summer's ride to Valley Forge Park from Phila. Long but steady all along the Valley Forge, Schuylkill River Bicycle Trail, crossing the river into the park for a ride around. We will stop along the way at the Out Bound Train Depot in Conshohocken for a coffee/latte and pastry, with a picnic lunch in the park with PB&J sandwiches are encouraged to keep your expenses down. Return by the same route. It is 22 miles to the park with about 6 miles loop in the park and 22 miles back. D riders, you can do the distance - it just occupies your whole day! You will do it!

We will ride to North Wales this week. We will follow the normal route to Ambler but will extend our ride to North Wales (West Point to be exact). Here we will have a food stop (approx. mile 31). We'll keep a steady pace and effort (rolling speed on flat terrain 15 - 16 mph). Bring money for a snack. Saturday 8.00 a.m. forecast of 50 percent plus for rain between 8:00 a.m. and noon, or wet roads at 8.00 a.m. Saturday, cancel ride. Check the web site for up-to-date information.

Reprising an Eduardo Ruchelli route from back in the day, we will traverse the rolling hills of Hunterdon Co. NJ. One food stop and two water breaks are planned. Address for Bull's Island SP: 2185 Daniel Bray Hwy., Stockton, NJ 08559

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

We're heading over the Ben Franklin Bridge on the walkway! NOTE: SheROX Triathlon is at the same time. Parking may be difficult - COME EARLY! You must wear a helmet and bring something to eat and drink. Please check your tire pressure and pump your tires before you come to the ride. You will be happy to be on this ride.

Dual level ride through Northwestern Bucks County: Steve will lead a 55 mile route at a 14-15 pace, and Helen will lead a 48 mile route at a 12-13 mph pace. Both routes include a food stop in Frenchtown (30 mi/23 mi) and a brief top-up-your-bottles water stop at Bulls Island Park (39 mi/32 mi). Cue sheets provided for those wishing to ride at their own pace. This is approximately a reverse course of last year's Frenchtown Frolic. Start is less than 2 miles from Chalfont Septa station.

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

Ride every Monday April thru Sept. with over 100 other cyclists. We have 7 different ride groups. See "Weekly" ride description section for details. Rain cancels rides.

Riding the less travelled roads of the Main Line starting in Narberth and extending west towards Valley Forge. We will ride to Valley Forge via Gypsy Lane and through the west end of the Park

Easy-paced evening jaunt for novice riders, newcomers to the area, and/or anyone interested in a gentle recovery ride. We'll do a loop around some of the many pretty streets in Glenside and surrounding neighborhoods, adjusting the route as needed to return before dark. Please bring lights if you have them for safety & visibility. Please contact the Leader with any questions, or if the weather is threatening. Ride is cancelled in the event of rain.

Parking is at the Longford Rd Dog Park. See map for exact location. Sorry, dogs not invited on the ride. Mileage will increase as daylight increases, hills will increase as the weeks progress. No one dropped.

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.

A three hill ride. Ride regroups at the top of each hill. No riders will be dropped. 50% chance of rain between 5:00 and 8:00 cancels the ride. Ride leaves at 6:00 sharp

Riding the less travelled roads of the Main Line starting in Narberth and extending west towards Valley Forge. We will ride to Valley Forge via Gypsy Lane and through the west end of the Park

Easy-paced evening jaunt for novice riders, newcomers to the area, and/or anyone interested in a gentle recovery ride. We'll do a loop around some of the many pretty streets in Glenside and surrounding neighborhoods, adjusting the route as needed to return before dark. Please bring lights if you have them for safety & visibility. Please contact the Leader with any questions, or if the weather is threatening. Ride is cancelled in the event of rain. For last-minute weather-related questions, please do not e-mail -- please call.

A brisk ride thru Chestnut Hill, Ft. Washington State Park, Ambler and beyond. Mostly rolling terrain, with a few climbs. Bring water and snacks. We will stop only briefly. Return before Noon . Cell phone morning of ride ONLY is 215-806-2062

Meet at Italian Fountain at a few minutes before 7:15 to "ride to the ride", meeting up with Mike Fuller's group at Flourtown, which departs at 8:30. Route from Center City to Flourtown will be a familar one through Mt. Airy and Chestnut Hill. Return to Center City similiar, but different route. No cue sheet for "ride to the ride", but cue sheet provided for Flourtown - Newtown by Mike.

Another one of my A for distance, 85 miles, B for terrain, hills, C for pace, 12mph. C riders, let's step up the distance mileage in anticipation of century month. The first 27 miles are straight out the Schuylkill River Trail to Phoenixville, then Cold Stream Rd, Pughtown Rd, Ridge Rd, finally to St Peter's Rd where we will lunch on the deck of a quaint restaurant over looking the rocky stream bed of French Creek. We will retrace our route as not to add more miles than advertized in preparation for our club's 15th Annal Scenic Schuylkill Century, Sat, Sept. 10th.

We will parallel the Pennypack Trail (not the real one through Pennypack Park, but the "proposed" one through Bryn Athyn and environs, then travel through a county park. Three H2O stops. The overall climbing profile is very moderate. (44 feet/mile). We will regroup as needed. Preregistration is available but not required.

Frequently we ride to Ambler but we may ride to other locations such as North Wales or Devon. Cue sheets for the Ambler ride and the North Wales ride can be found in the BCP Cue Sheet Library at http://phillybikeclub.org/newbcp/doc/rides/Ride-to-Toto's-AmblerCaffe-v3.pdf and http://phillybikeclub.org/newbcp/doc/rides/NorthWales2.pdf. We'll keep a steady pace and effort (rolling speed on flat terrain 15 - 16 mph). Bring money for a snack. Friday 9.00 p.m. forecast of 50 percent plus for rain between 8:00 a.m. and noon, or wet roads at 8.00 a.m. Saturday, cancel ride. Check the web site for up-to-date information.

From Dublin we'll cycle to the extreme northern limit of Bucks County and make a quick water stop in Riegelsville at mile 35. Then we'll cross into NJ and follow the Delaware River south to Milford for a sit-down lunch at mile 43. From Milford, we'll cross back into PA and cycle back the remaining 19 miles. Optional Dairy Queen stop at end. My cell phone is (267) 261 - 1677.

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

Ride every Monday April thru Sept. with over 100 other cyclists. We have 7 different ride groups. See "Weekly" ride description section for details. Rain cancels rides.

Riding the less travelled roads of the Main Line starting in Narberth and extending west towards Valley Forge. We will ride to Valley Forge via Gypsy Lane and through the west end of the Park

Easy-paced evening jaunt for novice riders, newcomers to the area, and/or anyone interested in a gentle recovery ride. We'll do a loop around some of the many pretty streets in Glenside and surrounding neighborhoods, adjusting the route as needed to return before dark. Please bring lights if you have them for safety & visibility. Please contact the Leader with any questions, or if the weather is threatening. Ride is cancelled in the event of rain.

This is a nice 20 mile romp through some pretty areas around the city

Mid-morning (10am), Mid-week (Wednesday). Leisurely ride in and around the city of Philly. 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

Join us for a dinner ride out to Phoenixville, complete with night ride return to Philly. YOU MUST HAVE A HEAD LIGHT AND TAIL LIGHT for this ride, as the ride home will be made IN THE DARK - though along the Schuylkill River Trail bike path for the most part. Meet by the Azalea Garden behind the Philly Art Museum for a 3pm departure. 56 mile roundtrip. 28 miles out; dinner/happy-hour specials and at the Bistro in P'Ville (dining on the sidewalk, bistro style); 28 miles back as the sun goes down. Did I mention...? Have a LIIGHT!!! RSVP, please.

Parking is at the Longford Rd Dog Park. See map for exact location. Sorry, dogs not invited on the ride. Mileage will increase as daylight increases, hills will increase as the weeks progress. No one dropped.

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.

Easy-paced evening jaunt for novice riders, newcomers to the area, and/or anyone interested in a gentle recovery ride. We'll do a loop around some of the many pretty streets in Flourtown and surrounding neighborhoods, adjusting the route as needed to return before dark. Please bring lights if you have them for safety & visibility. Please contact the Leader with any questions, or if the weather is threatening. Ride is cancelled in the event of rain. For last-minute weather-related questions, please CALL the leader (not e-mail). Please note the change in day (Wednesday, not Thursday) and the change in meeting point (Flourtown, not Glenside).

Join us for our 4th annual weekend of cycling in Ocean City, NJ. Today's ride is either to Somers Point (15 miles-short ride) or Mays Landing (45 miles). In addition to the daily cycling events we'll hit the beach,boardwalk and local area restuarants and dance halls. Make your reservations NOW at Luray Manor, the hotel where we all stay. Space is limited so don't delay. Call the owner of Luray Manor, Ruth Vanderpoole, at 1-609-399-5260 and tell her you're registering for Tom Madle's "cycling weekend". You may choose to stay elsewhere if you so desire.

Riding the less travelled roads of the Main Line starting in Narberth and extending west towards Valley Forge. We will ride to Valley Forge via Gypsy Lane and through the west end of the Park

A three hill ride. Ride regroups at the top of each hill. No riders will be dropped. 50% chance of rain between 5:00 and 8:00 cancels the ride. Ride leaves at 6:00 sharp

Making a full circle of the Delaware Bay, leaving Philadelphia to Belleplain State Forest, NJ, the first night, taking the Cape May Ferry to Lewes DE and on to Cape Henlopen State Park, the second, starting the ride home on the Southwestern shore to Lumps Pond State Park, the third, then on Monday start home to Philly thru Delaware City. We will be carrying all that we need on the bikes, getting food along the way either for cooking over the camp stove or eating out when needed or desirable. The trip is limited to 6 tents so preregistration is required. Cost for camping will be about $60. Shared food costs or separate checks at that any restaurants along the way. PB&J sandwiches to preference.

We'll drive to the historic village of Smithville located a few miles north of Atlantic City at the intersection of RT. 9 and E. Moss Mill Rd. Turn onto E. Moss Mill Rd from RT.9 and enter the 3rd parking lot on your right ( "Village Green" lot). We'll meet 8:30am in front of the "Crafting Cellar" store in the Village Green parking lot. All rides leave 9am sharp. We'll ride and explore the area around Wharton and Bass River State forests. After our rides are finished there will be an optional lunch at 1pm at Fred and Ethel's Lantern Light Tavern in Smithville. Reservations required for lunch ( call tavern at 1-609-652-0544). After lunch you can shop in Smithville.Car pools leave 8am from 7th St. and Central Ave in Ocean City,NJ. Rain cancels ride. Q sheets provided for all 3 rides (25,40 and 55 mile distances).

Meet rear parking lot of Church of the Saviour, 651 N. Wayne Ave, Wayne, PA. We will ride southwest to Ridley Creek State Park and on to the quiet back roads of Chadds Ford and northern Delaware. Hilly with ~4300 feet of climbing. Two rest stops. Rain and 100 degree heat cancels.

Meet rear parking lot of Church of the Saviour, 651 N. Wayne Ave, Wayne, PA. We will ride southwest to Ridley Creek State Park and on to the quiet back roads of Chadds Ford and northern Delaware. Hilly with ~4300 feet of climbing. Two rest stops. Rain and 100 degree heat cancels.

Join us for our 4th annual weekend of cycling in Ocean City, NJ. This is a multi-level ride (level "C" thru "B+") starting from the Renault Winery.Ride 25, 40 or 55 miles. Optional lunch with wine tasting at end of ride at the Renault Winery (reservations required! - call me at 215-233-2578 if you plan to join us for lunch!). In addition to the daily cycling events we'll hit the beach,boardwalk and local area restuarants and dance halls. Make your reservations NOW at Luray Manor, the hotel where we all stay. Space is limited so don't delay. Call the owner of Luray Manor, Ruth Vanderpoole, at 1-609-399-5260 and tell her you're registering for Tom Madle's "cycling weekend". You may choose to stay elsewhere if you so desire.

A true C-ride with a few hills. We wait to regroup. Some beautiful back roads. Steady pace. Snack stop. Rain cancels. If questionable, call leader.

Frequently we ride to Ambler but we may ride to other locations such as North Wales or Devon. Cue sheets for the Ambler ride and the North Wales ride can be found in the BCP Cue Sheet Library at http://phillybikeclub.org/newbcp/doc/rides/Ride-to-Toto's-AmblerCaffe-v3.pdf and http://phillybikeclub.org/newbcp/doc/rides/NorthWales2.pdf. We'll keep a steady pace and effort (rolling speed on flat terrain 15 - 16 mph). Bring money for a snack. Friday 9.00 p.m. forecast of 50 percent plus for rain between 8:00 a.m. and noon, or wet roads at 8.00 a.m. Saturday, cancel ride. Check the web site for up-to-date information.

We'll leave right from Ocean City and head south along the coastal road connecting Ocean City to Sea Isle, Avalon, Stone Harbor, Wildwood and Cape May. This is a simple "out and back" ride ( take the same roads leaving Ocean City and coming back to Ocean City) . If you do the full Coastal Highway loop down to Cape May it's @ a 60 mile round trip ride. Choose your own distance. Ride as far as you want then just turn around when you get tired.Have lunch in any of the shore towns south of Ocean City.

Come along for a sunday pedal to the Norristown Farm Park (what? you have never heard of such a place...well, then you have to join us!). Following a route designed by Chris and Rob, this sunday TC will lead the way (i hope). We start at the Italian Fountain, pedal through the Main Line to Valley Forge, followed by a rest stop before pedaling into the Farm Park and then back home through Ambler. Will maintain a steady B pace, with regrouping only as absolutely necessary. Arrive at IF a few minutes before 8:30 for a pre-ride route rap and sign-in. we will leave promptly at 8:30.

Note: Change of start location. One of our regular riders is leading the sunny Sunday D ride. We are going to meet together with them. They will take a slow ride up the bike path to the Conshohocken train station. We will go up in the hills, moving close to C pace, and eventually arrive at the same location, hopefully at the same time. Bring lock and money for brunch.

Look for details on the list-serve or the calendar the week of the ride, or call the leader for details. You must wear a helmet and bring something to eat and drink. Please check your tire pressure and pump your tires before you come to the ride. You will be happy to be on this ride.

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

This week we will ride to Skippack. Stop at the WAWA for refreshments. Terrain is rolling with a few climbs. If weather is questionable, call my cell phone, 215-806-2062, after 7 AM the morning of the ride. Emails letting me know that you are coming are most welcome.

Ride every Monday April thru Sept. with over 100 other cyclists. We have 7 different ride groups. See "Weekly" ride description section for details. Rain cancels rides.

Riding the less travelled roads of the Main Line starting in Narberth and extending west towards Valley Forge. We will ride to Valley Forge via Gypsy Lane and through the west end of the Park

Riding the less travelled roads of the Main Line starting in Narberth and extending west towards Valley Forge. We will ride to Valley Forge via Gypsy Lane and through the west end of the Park

Easy-paced evening jaunt for novice riders, newcomers to the area, and/or anyone interested in a gentle recovery ride. We'll do a loop around some of the many pretty streets in Glenside and surrounding neighborhoods, adjusting the route as needed to return before dark. Please bring lights if you have them for safety & visibility. Please contact the Leader with any questions, or if the weather is threatening. Ride is cancelled in the event of rain. For last-minute weather-related questions, please CALL the leader, rather than e-mail.

Join us for a dinner ride out to Phoenixville, complete with night ride return to Philly. Meet at Azalea Garden, behind the Art Museum in Philly for a 3:00 pm departure. The ride out will be made in daylight, and about half of the ride back will be made IN THE DARK - though we will be mainly on the Schuylkill River Trail bike path. Given the night riding, YOU MUST HAVE A HEAD LIGHT AND TAIL LIGHT!!! Additional helpful items: spare pair of CLEAR glasses to keep the bugs out of your eyes while riding along the river at night (a huge help!). We ride out, 28 miles, but it's pretty flat and effortless on the bike trail. Bring some cash as dinner and happy-hour specials will be enjoyed at the Bistro in P'Ville (dining on the sidewalk, bistro style; ~$20 per person w tip). And then we cruise the 28 miles back to Philly as the sun goes down. Oh, and did I mention...? Have a LIGHT!!! And CLEAR glasses! RSVP, please.

Parking is at the Longford Rd Dog Park. See map for exact location. Sorry, dogs not invited on the ride. Mileage will increase as daylight increases, hills will increase as the weeks progress. No one dropped.

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.

A three hill ride. Ride regroups at the top of each hill. No riders will be dropped. 50% chance of rain between 5:00 and 8:00 cancels the ride. Ride leaves at 6:00 sharp

Riding the less travelled roads of the Main Line starting in Narberth and extending west towards Valley Forge. We will ride to Valley Forge via Gypsy Lane and through the west end of the Park

Easy-paced evening jaunt for novice riders, newcomers to the area, and/or anyone interested in a gentle recovery ride. We'll do a loop around some of the many pretty streets in Glenside and surrounding neighborhoods, adjusting the route as needed to return before dark. Please bring lights if you have them for safety & visibility. Please contact the Leader with any questions, or if the weather is threatening. Ride is cancelled in the event of rain. For last-minute weather-related questions, please do not e-mail -- please call.

This week the destination is Doylestown via Peace Valley Park. Terrain is rolling with a few climbs. If weather is questionable, I'll post a go/no go message on the BCP & SCU ride lists about 7 a.m. My cell phone, 215-806-2062, after 7 AM the morning of the ride ONLY. Otherwise, call my home # listed at end of description. Emails letting me know that you are coming are most welcome.

We will try to do the rained out Thursday hill ride on Friday before the (maybe) rained out weekend. We may take out one hill depending on the weather forecast, which at the moment looks decent. For the day of the ride and the ride please use my work e-mail address, since it shows on my blackberry which I always have with me: I will be leading this ride from the back, unless another ride leader can make it.

Thanks to Jim Dudley who alerted me that the John Heinz Wildlife Preserve is closed. We will do a shorter ride (12-12 miles) and see whether we can continue for longer mileage. Be safe.

Frequently we ride to Ambler but we may ride to other locations such as North Wales or Devon. Cue sheets for the Ambler ride and the North Wales ride can be found in the BCP Cue Sheet Library at http://phillybikeclub.org/newbcp/doc/rides/Ride-to-Toto's-AmblerCaffe-v3.pdf and http://phillybikeclub.org/newbcp/doc/rides/NorthWales2.pdf. We'll keep a steady pace and effort (rolling speed on flat terrain 15 - 16 mph). Bring money for a snack. Friday 9.00 p.m. forecast of 50 percent plus for rain between 8:00 a.m. and noon, or wet roads at 8.00 a.m. Saturday, cancel ride. Check the web site for up-to-date information.

The weather will decide where we go today. More hills or less hills, no killers. No one dropped, regroup as needed. this will not be a race, just a nice ride somewhere in the country. Bring plenty to drink and a snack. There will be a rest stop. Rain cancels. Call if unsure ride is on.

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

Cancelled due to Irene - everyone be safe.

Discover some picturesque new routes, courtesy of the Lebanon Valley Bicycle Club. Cycle through Amish & Mennonite farmlands, and green vistas. Lebanon County is filled with peaceful landscapes. Route will include 2-3 rest stops, and cue sheets will be provided. The route begins at South Hills Park on Lincoln Ave in South Lebanon Township: take the main PA Turnpike (I-276/I-76)westbound to the Lebanon/Lancaster Interchange (PA Route 72). Exit onto 72 North for 4-5 miles to Rocherty Rd. Turn right at Rocherty (Sheetz station on the corner). Stay on Rocherty for ~ one mile to Lincoln Ave. Turn left onto Lincoln, and follow Lincoln to South Hills Park. Parking lot is on the right, just past the Lebanon VA Hospital. Please plan on at least 75 mins driving time to Lebanon. Please contact the Leader if you would like to car-pool together from from Phila. area.

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

This week we will ride to Skippack. Stop at the WAWA for refreshments. Terrain is rolling with a few climbs. If weather is questionable, call my cell phone, 215-806-2062, after 7 AM the morning of the ride. Emails letting me know that you are coming are most welcome.

Ride every Monday April thru Sept. with over 100 other cyclists. We have 7 different ride groups. See "Weekly" ride description section for details. Rain cancels rides.

Ride from NE Phila. to the monthly newsletter mailing party downtown, to join Tom Witt and his dedicated crew, as they prepare the September Quick Release for mailing. Please bring a LOCK, and please bring LIGHTS for the return trip. Meet at 5:10, in order to leave by 5:25. Please call the Leader with questions, or if the weather is threatening. Ride is cancelled in the event of rain.

Riding the less travelled roads of the Main Line starting in Narberth and extending west towards Valley Forge. We will ride to Valley Forge via Gypsy Lane and through the west end of the Park

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

Join us for a dinner ride out to Phoenixville, complete with night ride return to Philly. Meet at Azalea Garden, behind the Art Museum in Philly for a 3:00 pm departure. The ride out will be made in daylight, and about half of the ride back will be made IN THE DARK - though we will be mainly on the Schuylkill River Trail bike path. Given the night riding, YOU MUST HAVE A HEAD LIGHT AND TAIL LIGHT!!! Additional helpful items: spare pair of CLEAR glasses to keep the bugs out of your eyes while riding along the river at night (a huge help!). We ride out, 28 miles, but it's pretty flat and effortless on the bike trail. Bring some cash as dinner and happy-hour specials will be enjoyed at the Bistro in P'Ville (dining on the sidewalk, bistro style; ~$20 per person w tip). And then we cruise the 28 miles back to Philly as the sun goes down. Oh, and did I mention...? Have a LIGHT!!! And CLEAR glasses! RSVP, please.

Parking is at the Longford Rd Dog Park. See map for exact location. Sorry, dogs not invited on the ride. Mileage will increase as daylight increases, hills will increase as the weeks progress. No one dropped.

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.