Ride Calendar

A three hill ride. Ride regroups at the top of each hill. No riders will be dropped. 50% chance of rain or wet roads cancels the ride. Note new start time for September 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. For last-minute weather-related questions, please do not e-mail -- please call.

Scenic ride from Conshohocken to the Kimberton Whole Foods market in Chester County. The route is a classic Jeff Bakely cue sheet. Terrain is rolling with some brisk hills, but we will stop to regroup as needed. Enjoy some picturesque roads surrounding Valley Forge, near French and Pickering Creeks. Kimberton Whole Foods stop is at the midway point. On the return, we can stop at the convenience store in Audubon/Trooper, if needed. Please contact the Leader if weather is questionable.

Long and easy ride to Phoenixville, PA via the Schuylkill River Trail. Out and back. No hills (when have you head this before?) We will stop along the way at the Out Bound Train Depot in Conshohocken for a coffee/latte and pastry. Lunch will be at one of the quaint restaurants in Phoenixville. D riders, you can do the distance - it just occupies your whole day! You will do it!

Get your legs tuned up for Sunday's Odell ride to Brooklyn. This ride will be over familiar roads of the main lline, heading through Conshy and into Chestnut Hill and Mt Airy before heading back to the MLK drive. Will be using the Five Hills cue sheet. Ride will average about 13-14 mph. Let's meet a few minutes before 8:30 at the Italian Fountain for a prompt 8:30 am departure. No rest stops are scheduled, although if we need to stop of a bathroom break...we will do so.

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.

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 Peddler's Village in Lahaska, we'll pedal to New Hope and cross into NJ and proceed to Ringoes for a quick water stop at mile 17. Then it's on to Hopewell, NJ for lunch at a cafe at mile 39. Then it is just 20 miles back to the cars. My cell number is 267-261-1677.

Check the calendar or list-serve or call the leader for details the week of the ride. The ride in part depends on the group and includes instruction as needed. No one left behind. You must wear a helmet and bring something to drink. Pump your tires before the ride and bring an extra tube if you can. We are preparing for the Schuylkill Century and Bike Philly next weekend...great!

A friendly C ride which cheerfully waits to regroup. All welcome. Usually 25 - 35 miles, usually with a lunch or snack stop. Celebrate Labor Day weekend with labor historian Ben Sears!

7800 feet of climbing in 73 miles. The fastest average in 7 postings of this route is 13.5 mph. The average attendance is 2 riders. To entice a few more riders to try, I am lowering the expected average pace. This pace should be accessible to a "B" level rider. We will regroup at 12 mph. Slower, and bail out options will be available. Multiple QUICK H2O stops.

Let's beat the rain with a ride out to Whole Foods in Devon. This is a moderately hilly ride, and expect a steady B pace. One rest stop at Whole Foods. Please plan to arrive 15 minutes prior to the the start time to allow time for sign-in. Rain cancels.

We never ride om Mondays that fall on a holiday. Please enjoy your Labor Day holiday and we'll see you next Monday Sept. 12th!

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. Details of route will be decided by the group. 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.

Meet at 5:30 for a prompt 5:45 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 finish before dark.

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. I will post a cancellation by 7 A.M. if the weather is wet.

We'll be leading a C+ ride for the metric century (Keith) and the full century (Andy). Register and meet at the Italian fountain by 7.40 for a 7.50 start. Usual weather caveats apply. We plan to skip the first rest-stop at mile 12.

Since the Century is canceled we will try to pick our way around the regular Ambler / North Wales route depending on road conditions. Forecast for 50 percent plus rain or wet roads at 8.00 a.m. cancel ride

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 Devon. Stop at the Whole Foods Market for refreshments. Fairly hilly. About 27 miles out, but only 14 miles back. We could extend the ride to Paoli, adding about 10 miles. My cell number FOR MORNING OF RIDE ONLY is 215-806-2062, after 7 AM. Otherwise call my home number listed at the end. 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.

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

Meet at 5:30 for a prompt 5:45 start. Additional ride levels may be offered depending on interest. Rain cancels. See Weekly Rides for details.

This week the destination is Malvern. 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.

Have you ever wondered how we cycled to Valley Forge National Park back when the bike club was started in 1979, before there was a Schuylkill River Trail? Come cycle the old route, it is still there, the roads that is. The donut shop in Bridgeport that makes a deep fried cake donut with cinnamon sugar is still there too and of course we must stop. One loop around the park before returning back to Philly via the easier route, The Schuylkill River Trail! Bring a packed lunch, PB&J sandwiches keeps well.

Start in Narberth. Head west through Bryn Mawr and Radnor Township to Waynesborough Country Club. Return through Gladwyne. Rolling hills with a few climbs. Beautiful roads. Back between 10:30 and 11. Here's a link to the route: http://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/48112800/

Join me on a nice ride to Rosenberger's for an early lunch, or ice cream, or both. Flat to rolling terrain. Check back for other possible paces. No one doing the advertised average pace dropped.

Join me on a nice ride to Rosenberger's for an early lunch, or ice cream, or both. Flat to rolling terrain. Check back for other possible paces. No one doing the advertised average pace dropped.

Ride to the Kimberton Wholefoods in Chester County with a rest stop at Ludwigs Corner. Not the same old, same old. I added some different roads, and of course more climbing to the original Kimberton ride. The first rest stop at the A-Plus is Ludwigs is not until mile 24, so come prepared. Lunch stop at the Wholefoods is at mile 42.Start is at the Visitor Center Lot. NOT BETZWOOD!

A short 2 hr ride with a quick 5 min. stop at the marvelous Bryn Athyn Cathedral for pictures. This ride will be listed in the new "Where to Bike in Philadelphia" book that will be released Sept. 29th. After taking some pictures of the cathedral we'll head directly back to Flourtown and get there no later than 11:30. Q sheets available. No lunch stops. Bring snacks if needed.Rain cancels ride.

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.

A wonderful ride to brunch and back. Bring Lock and money for brunch

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.

This week, we will likely go to Doylestown, but I could change that if the group wants. 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.

Moderately hilly ride through the western Mainline area of Chester County. Rain cancels.

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.

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.

Meet at 5:30 for a prompt 5:45 start. Additional ride levels may be offered depending on interest. Rain cancels. See Weekly Rides for details.

This will be the culminating bike camping touring trips for this cycling season. We used to do this tour at Easter Time but instead of camping there where Youth Hostels to sleep over. The first night will be close to Bowmensville, PA, second night close to Gettysburg, PA, the third night close to Harper's Ferry, WV then taking the C&O Canal Path into Washington, DC. We will take the train back to Philly Monday evening. Lots of hills, but last day flat. We will be carrying all that we need on the bikes, no sag, getting food along the way, either for cooking over the camp stove or eating out, when needed or desired. All costs shared. Train fare plus $10 bike handling fee which includes an over sized bike box. May need to pick up the bike the next day at 30th Street Station.

This is a modified version of the "Newtown" ride in August. The beginning and end are the same (minimizing traffic and climbing), but the middle is completely different. We will be in Tyler Park for about 4 miles. Overall climbing profile is very moderate -- 37 feet/mile (not zero, but not evil). We will regroup as needed (traffic lights, hilltops, etc.).

With the PASA ride routing through northern Chester County tomorrow, we will explore the southern parts of the county today. As well as southwestern Delco, and even a small portion of the state of Delaware. I will try to keep the pace at a moderate level. - Want to save our legs for PASA. One quick rest break in Chadds Ford (mile 20). A sit down lunch stop at Northbrook - mile 28 (hopefully outdoor). And an optional third stop, at a Wawa (mile 45), are planned. PS: For directions to, and more info on the start location, go to PA DCNR-Ridley Creek State Park.

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.

Rolling hills with a few, short, steeper climbs. At least half the ride is on bucolic, low-traffic roads. Food stop at Moccia's Train Stop. Meet 8:45 for a PROMPT start. This ride is conjunction with SCU.

Wonderful. Ride to brunch bring helmet and money for brunch

Check the calendar or list-serve or contact the listed ride leader or the D Ride Coordinator (/ 718.344.2977) the week of the ride for the details.The ride in part depends on the group and includes instruction as needed. No one is left behind. You must wear a helmet and bring something to drink. Pump your tires before the ride and bring an extra tube if you can. We are celebrating this riding season with great joy.

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

Destination: Skippack, maybe Schwenksville. Terrain is rolling with a few climbs. My cell phone, 215-806-2062, after 7 AM the morning of the ride ONLY, otherwise call my home number. Emails letting me know that you are coming are most welcome.

Moderately hilly ride through the western Mainline area of Chester County. The ride leaves at 5:30 pm sharp. Flashing taillight strongly recommended. Rain cancels.

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.This is our last ride of the season!

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

Meet at 5:30 for a prompt 5:45 start. We'll meet at Scoogis (good Italian food - make a right on Beth Pike out of the shopping center and Scoogis is on the right by the 1st light). Meet between 7 & 7;15, or if the ride is cancelled, about 6:15. Call ride leader if you have questions. Additional ride levels may be offered depending on interest. Rain cancels. See Weekly Rides for details.

Destination: Chester County. Likely food stop: Sly Fox Brewery and Eatery near Phoenixville. Limit: one beer, all the food you like. Alternative: Kimberton Whole Foods. Terrain is fairly hilly. 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.