Ride Calendar

85th / 87th Anniversary, 3rd Annual Italian Fountain Century is again being held on April 1. An all new spectacular route this year, counter clockwise, which means the riders will have to count backwards. The Fairmont Park Commission has issued a permit which forbids parking in the circle because the outer perimeter is one tenth of a mile where cars normally park. This will make for a car free route. There is a 1 cent per lap registration fee only payable in pennies which will be thrown into the fountain. The Italian Fountain has been taken away for renovations so this event will be canceled if the Fountain is not restored and working by April 1.

If the forecast holds, Monday should be a nice weekday to get a longer ride in before chilly air returns. Join me on a great ride to Bucks county featuring low trafficked/scenic roads and great company. Mostly rolling hills, with a few modest climbs. Will regroup as necessary. Please park in the Township lot adjacent to the school lot.

Ride with the largest evening cycling group in the Delaware Valley ( over 100 riders). Seven different ride groups to choose from including a "hybrid" group. See weekly ride section for additional details

We'll ride Northern Montgomery County and Northern Bucks County with generally a new ride every week. Some have food stops but always bring snack and plenty of water just in case we're extremely remote. I will post to the listserve if cancellation is required by 8:00 A.M. We won't ride wet roads nor serious threat thereof.

Bring yer bike and sense of adventure. Today we'll do a shorter ride looping around to Whole Foods in N. Wales (24 mile mark). Mostly flat to rolling terrain and low trafficked roads. No cue sheets. Will regroup as needed, but must be able to maintain the average pace. Check with ride leader if forecast is iffy.

Ride to and from the monthly Quick Release mailing party downtown at Cozen O'Connor @ 1900 Market St, to help Tom Witt and his crew with preparing to mail the new issue of the newsletter. Part of the route will include the Schuylkill River Trail along Kelly Drive, and some Center City streets with bike lanes. Please bring LOCKS, and LIGHTS.

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

I need a "Get me out of bed and get moving" motivation, what better way to do this than schedule to lead a bicycle ride for BCP! Come join me. We will meet each Wednesday morning, 8am, 22nd and Spring Garden and take a brisk ride through Fairmount Park and back to Pete's Restaurant in the Philadelphian, 24th & Fairmount Ave for breakfast!

Let's hit the hills. We'll maintain a steady pace, but regroup as necessary. No riders who can maintain the advertised pace will be dropped. No stops are planned.

Meet at 5:45 for a prompt start. Rain cancels. Check this listing for updates should one or more paces not be available any given week. See Weekly Rides for detailed description. Contact ride leaders with questions (John: C/C+, Howard: B-, Katie B/B+, and Tae: A).

Spring may be coming. Nice, pretty hilly ride on both sides of the river. Re-group at the top of most hills. We need the miles. Ride will pick-up folks at the station at the top of Heritage Trail at 11AM. Short snack stop at the Outbound Station in Conshy. Decision: back thru Chestnut Hill? Or thru Manayunk?

Gently paced post-work evening ride, suited for novice riders, newcomers to the area, and/or anyone seeking a low-intensity recovery ride. We'll be meeting in the same parking lot as the "Multi-Level Conshohocken Rides". We'll start by riding on the Schuylkill River Trail in March. As riders get stronger, we can turn off the SRT and explore some pretty roads in the area. Please bring lights in case we are delayed on our return.

A moderately hilly ride conquering 3 Main Line hills that regroups at the top of each climb. As the days lengthen, so does the ride and we should be nearing 30 miles by July. This year we will make a conscious effort to maintain a true C+ pace. No riders will be dropped. 50% chance of rain between 6:00 and 8:00 cancels the ride.

A weekly training ride to Merion, Gladwyne, and West Conshohocken, returning via the bike path and Manayunk. The mileage will increase as daylight grows. 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.

Meet at 5:45 for a prompt start. Rain cancels. Note, no bathroom facilities. Check this listing for updates should one or more paces not be available any given week. See Weekly Rides for detailed description. Contact ride leaders with questions: Howard: C+, Isabel: B-, Paul: B, and Troy: B+).

Weather forecast is predicting rain late Thursday night into early Friday morning, but after10am, chance of rain on Friday decreases to 20%. Ride will meet at 10:30. Scenic loop from Flourtown & Chestnut Hill to Belmont & Bala Cynwyd, Haverford, Wayne, Devon, and Valley Forge. From Valley Forge National Park, we'll cross the Betzwood Bridge and return via the Schuylkill River Trail to Spring Mill/North Lane. This is a 9.5-mile flat stretch on the SRT. Quick bathroom break at mile 16 in Haverford, and a sit-down lunch stop at mile 28 in Valley Forge. Rolling hills with some steep climbs, but we will stop to regroup as needed. No one dropped. Total elevation gain is 3360 ft. If you would like to co-lead or sweep, please contact me -- I'd love your company!

If you plan to join Howard Haber's's 42-mile ride leaving 10:00 from Ft. Washington State Park to Vinny's Pizza in Hatfield, but would like to tag on some extra miles, LMc will lead a "mini ride" leaving from Conklin Playground in Elkins Park to Howard's start at Ft. Wash. St. Pk. To avoid using Church Rd (the most direct route, but not the most bike-friendly), we'll meander on quieter back roads. It's 11-12 miles EACH WAY between Elkins Park and FWSP. PLEASE NOTE: this route will pass through GLENSIDE on both the outbound and return. It's 6-7 miles each way between Glenside Library and FWSP. If you'd like to meet this group at Glenside Library ~9:10-9:15, please contact LMc.

Lots of ups and down on the way to lunch al fresco in Alpha, NJ. On the way, we'll pass by the birthplace of Jack "Liver Eatin''" Johnson, the inspiration for the film "Jeremiah Johnson," staring Robert Redford. The final 26 miles along the river are mostly flat to gently rolling. One scheduled stop at mile 32, so bring whatever you need to get by. Optional second stop if additional water is needed. Feel free to ride at your own pace (the cue sheet is easy to follow), but off the back or front and you will be expected to navigate for yourself. This ride will start prompty so please plan your arrival time accordinly.

Are you as sharp as a pistil when you ride the Bristol Stomp? Come find out as we cycle to Bristol, PA through the river wards of Richmond, Bridesburg, Tacony, Homesburg and Torresdale. Of course there will be a donut stop for sticky buns in Croydon to take out so we can get coffee to take out in Bristol and sit on the banks of the Delaware River enjoying the joy that we all ride for. Flat nidigridy city riding.

Great roads with low traffic. Narberth through Bryn Mawr and out to Waynesborough Country Club. Then south to Ridley Creek State Park. Back through Villanova (and Gladwyne if the group wants more hills). No one gets dropped. Speed determined by the group. Bring a snack for brief mid-ride break. Rain or snow cancels, but low temperatures and wet roads don't. Consider the on-line route approximate. Leave at 9:00AM.

Beginning ride for those new to cycling or looking to improve fitness. NOTE CHANGE IN START LOCATION: Ride will be from the Wynewood Valley Park lot to the Bala Cynwyd Historical Trial. Ride is short, but there are hills in the way to give us a good workout. Bring helmet, water and a snack. Will regroup as necessary.

We are friendly, non-competative B ride that regroups after hills, stops at traffic lights, and does not drop riders who can ride the advertised pace. Bring $ for a sit-down lunch stop near the midway point (Whole Foods). Arrive by 9 for a prompt 9:10 start.

Off to Ambler. Some hills. No one dropped. We'll keep a steady pace and regroup at several locations or as necessary. To shorten the lunch stop, we will call in orders to Toto's for prepared food/sandwiches/salads at the mid-point of the ride. NOAA 50+% chance of rain between 8:00 a.m. and noon, or wet roads at 8.00 a.m. cancels ride. Pre-registering doesn't commit you to go, but it does speed the ride start up! Thanks!

Please do not park in the main lot, but park on the grass using the entrance to the right of the main entrance. Three paces on this ride. Linda will lead 13-14, HH#1 will lead a 14-15 while HH#2 will lead a 15-16. Couple of climbs is the price, couple of nice downhills is the reward. Familiar roads to/from Hatfield where we'll snag a slice at Vinny's Pizzarama (http://vinnyspizzaramahatfield.com/contactus.html). Giant supermarket across the way for anyone wanting a lighter snack. Pass a few parks and Wawas along the way so plenty of bathroom options if needed. No one dropped. Regroup as necessary.

Join us getting in some early spring miles AND performing a civic duty (BCP is an Adopt-A-Highway sponsor for a stretch of Yellow Springs Rd. outside of Valley Forge Nat'l Park). Quick bathroom break at BetzwoodVFNP before starting the clean-up (will be about an hour) and a quick bathroom break at the VF Visitor Center on the return. Refreshments, snacks, gloves, vests and bags will be provided.

Head out towards Green Lane for a couple of 5% climbs. Handful of fun descents for the reward. Return through Perkasie, Sellersville and Souderton. Plenty of low traffic, scenic roads. Rest stop at poor man's Wawa (Village Market) or pizza.

OUR 21st YEAR WITH THE PROGRAM! This joint BCP/BBC 2.5 mile cleanup along Yellow Springs Rd. usually takes about an hour. We divide the road into 4 segments with 4 teams of 2 plus one person remaining behind to watch the bikes. Light snacks and beverages will be available. After the cleanup, Ed Bloomstedt of BBC will lead a trail ride to Phoenixville starting at approx. noon. No one left behind. (also see ride to the cleanup listing from Flourtown @ 9:00) RSVP. Arnie (day of the ride 215-764-7990) or Kelly Rainville, 484-212-3074, NOTE: The next scheduled cleanup is 6/30 (with ride to the annual Schuylkill Canal Day celebration at Lock 60, Phoenixville). Other tentative dates are 9/16 and 11/10.

Short, low-key ride for those new to group riding or seeking to improve fitness. Route is generally in the Fairmount Park area. Ride will regroup as needed and no one is left behind. You will need a helmet, tube for your tire, a snack and water. Adverse weather (low temp, rain or snow) generally cancels, but check the listing or with the ride leader if in question.

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

Ride with the largest evening cycling group in the Delaware Valley ( over 100 riders). Seven different ride groups to choose from including a "hybrid" group. See weekly ride section for additional details

Bring yer bike and sense of adventure.Today we'll take advantage of the warmer weather and do a longer ride - to Wegmans for an al fresco lunch. Will regroup as needed, but must be able to maintain the average pace. Check with ride leader if forecast is iffy.

We'll ride Northern Montgomery County and Northern Bucks County with generally a new ride every week. Some have food stops but always bring snack and plenty of water just in case we're extremely remote. I will post to the listserve if cancellation is required by 8:00 A.M. We won't ride wet roads nor serious threat thereof.

Toward Ambler, crossing Germantown Ave to Stenton to Joshua ,River Road , the bike trail and home. When the days are longer we cross Stenton and take Malicia Hill to River Road andl back. No rest stops. We try not to drop anyone.

I need a "Get me out of bed and get moving" motivation, what better way to do this than schedule to lead a bicycle ride for BCP! Come join me. We will meet each Wednesday morning, 8am, 22nd and Spring Garden and take a brisk ride through Fairmount Park and back to Pete's Restaurant in the Philadelphian, 24th & Fairmount Ave for breakfast!

Let's hit the hills. We'll maintain a steady pace, but regroup as necessary. No riders who can maintain the advertised pace will be dropped. No stops are planned.

Let things pile up and come out to enjoy temperatures in the 80's to Join us on this ride throughout Beautiful Bucks County on our way to Frenchtown for lunch. Plenty of country roads and, yes, a few hills, but nothing we have not done before. Cell:267-320-2949.

Meet at 5:45 for a prompt start. Rain cancels. Check this listing for updates should one or more paces not be available any given week. See Weekly Rides for detailed description. Contact ride leaders with questions (John: C/C+, Howard: B-, Katie B/B+, and Tae: A).

Please try to arrive by 5:45 for a prompt departure. Gently paced post-work evening ride, suited for novice riders, newcomers to the area, and/or anyone seeking a low-intensity recovery ride. We'll be meeting in the same parking lot as the "Multi-Paced Rides" listed above. We'll meet in the rear of the parking lot, near the pizza restaurant. Please bring lights in case we are delayed on our return.

Hilly ride on both sides of the river. Will pick up riders at the station at top of Heritage Trail at 11am. We'll maintain a steady pace and re-group if needed at hilltops. One quick stop at the Outbound Station in Conshohocken. Catch the sun, it could dim any time.

A moderately hilly ride conquering 3 Main Line hills that regroups at the top of each climb. As the days lengthen, so does the ride and we should be nearing 30 miles by July. This year we will make a conscious effort to maintain a true C+ pace. No riders will be dropped. 50% chance of rain between 6:00 and 8:00 cancels the ride.

A weekly training ride to Merion, Gladwyne, and West Conshohocken, returning via the bike path and Manayunk. The mileage will increase as daylight grows. 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.

Meet at 5:45 for a prompt start. Rain cancels. Note, no bathroom facilities. Check this listing for updates should one or more paces not be available any given week. See Weekly Rides for detailed description. Contact ride leaders with questions: Howard: C+, Isabel: B-, Paul: B, and Troy: B+).

Gently paced post-work evening ride, suited for novice riders, newcomers to the area, and/or anyone seeking a low-intensity recovery ride. We'll be meeting in the same parking lot as the "Multi-Level Conshohocken Rides". We'll start by riding on the Schuylkill River Trail in March. As riders get stronger, we can turn off the SRT and explore some pretty roads in the area. Please bring lights in case we are delayed on our return.

Scenic loop from Flourtown & Chestnut Hill to Belmont & Bala Cynwyd, Haverford, Wayne, Devon, and Valley Forge. From Valley Forge National Park, we'll cross the Betzwood Bridge and return via the Schuylkill River Trail to Spring Mill/North Lane. This is a 9.5-mile flat stretch on the SRT. Quick bathroom break at mile 16 in Haverford, and a sit-down lunch stop at mile 28 in Valley Forge. Rolling hills with some steep climbs, but we will stop to regroup as needed. No one dropped. Total elevation gain is 3360 ft. If you would like to co-lead or sweep, please contact me -- I'd love your company!

We will be taking the Ben Franklin Bridge (can anyone tell me its original name?) into Camden and cycle north on River Rd or as close to the Delaware River on the Jersey side thru Pennsauken, Palmyra, Riverton, Cinnaminson, Riverside, Delanco and Beverly to Burlington City. A donut stop half way and lunch at a good dinner on Rt 130 in Burlington City. We will take an interior route back to the Tacony-Palmyra Bridge to walk over into Philly.

Great roads with low traffic. Narberth through Bryn Mawr and out to Waynesborough Country Club. Then south to Ridley Creek State Park. Back through Villanova (and Gladwyne if the group wants more hills). No one gets dropped. Speed determined by the group. Bring a snack for brief mid-ride break. Rain or snow cancels, but low temperatures and wet roads don't. Consider the on-line route approximate. Leave at 9:00AM.

We are friendly, non-competative B ride that regroups after hills, stops at traffic lights, and does not drop riders who can ride the advertised pace. Bring $ for a sit-down lunch stop near the midway point. The route is going to North Wales (Cinema 309). Arrive by 9 for a prompt 9:10 start.

Frequently we ride the Ambler ride. We'll keep a steady pace and effort but, as necessary, will wait to regroup. There will be some hills to climb on the ride and in order for the average speed to be 13-14 mph sometimes we will be going faster than 14 mph. Bring money for a snack. Wet roads or rain at 8:00 AM or over 50% forecast for rain between 8:00 and noon cancel ride. Check the web site for up-to-date information. Cue sheets are available for the ride to Toto's and the ride to North Wales in the BCP cue sheet library

Join us on this ride through Hunterdon County in New jersey. The ride travels through roads with little traffic. We'll make two or three stops for food and drinks. Washington Crossing is on Rt. 29, 21/2 miles north of I-95. The parking lot is by the river, just before the bridge to Pa. Note the new start time.

Off to Ambler. Some hills. No one dropped. We'll keep a steady pace and regroup at several locations or as necessary. To shorten the lunch stop, we will call in orders to Toto's for prepared food/sandwiches/salads at the mid-point of the ride. NOAA 50+% chance of rain between noon and 3pm, or wet roads at noon cancels ride. Pre-registering doesn't commit you to go, but it does speed the ride start up! Thanks!

Scenic loop on pretty roads to Tabora's Orchard & Farm Market in Chalfont, for an outdoor rest stop in Tabora's patio/garden. Outbound route via Maple Glen, and return via Peace Valley Park, Lansdale & North Wales. Elevation gain 2700 ft. Rolling terrain with a few steep climbs, but we'll stop to regroup as needed. More climbing during the first half of the ride. Stop at Tabora's is at mile 21. On the return, there are optional Wawa stops at miles 35 and/or 41. PLEASE NOTE: Co-Leader(s) welcome to lead alternative speed group(s). Also, the route (click on link below) has some short-cut options.

Sunny Sunday ride to Paoli. Have "spring legs"?.....us too. Come join for a B- steady pace to Paoli through the main line. Ride is moderately hilly. We'll stop at WaWa for a quick break. Regrouping only as necessary. Anyone who can maintain the pace won't be dropped.

A true beginner ride. Instruction provided: an explanation of the different types of bicycles, what best suits your riding, how and when to shift gears, etc. Most importantly, how to get better! Mechanical adjustment available. Helmet required. Please bring snack and water. Route will be the Fairmount Park area. Will regroup as needed and no one left behind.

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

Ride with the largest evening cycling group in the Delaware Valley ( over 100 riders). Seven different ride groups to choose from including a "hybrid" group. See weekly ride section for additional details

Bring yer bike and sense of adventure. Note two paces today. We'll take advantage of the warmer weather (fingers crossed) and do a slightly longer ride than usual. We'll head to Hennings Market in Harleysville, scouting out a few new roads as a workaround due to a bridge that will be closing in May. Will regroup as needed, but must be able to maintain the average pace. Check with ride leader if forecast is iffy.

We'll ride Northern Montgomery County and Northern Bucks County with generally a new ride every week. Some have food stops but always bring snack and plenty of water just in case we're extremely remote. I will post to the listserve if cancellation is required by 8:00 A.M. We won't ride wet roads nor serious threat thereof.

Toward Ambler, crossing Germantown Ave to Stenton to Joshua ,River Road , the bike trail and home. When the days are longer we cross Stenton and take Malicia Hill to River Road andl back. No rest stops. We try not to drop anyone.

Gentle, modestly-paced after-work ride, geared (no pun intended) for novice riders, newcomers to the Philadelphia area, and anyone seeking a low-intensity recovery ride. Route, mileage, and speed will be adjusted according to the group's needs. There are some rolling hills around Glenside, but hills are nothing to fear -- they are merely opportunities and invitations to become stronger and fitter. Regardless of how slowly you climb -- it's fine. We will stop to regroup as needed. Please bring LIGHTS, just in case we return in the nick of time before dark.

I need a "Get me out of bed and get moving" motivation, what better way to do this than schedule to lead a bicycle ride for BCP! Come join me. We will meet each Wednesday morning, 8am, 22nd and Spring Garden and take a brisk ride through Fairmount Park and back to Pete's Restaurant in the Philadelphian, 24th & Fairmount Ave for breakfast!

Let's hit the hills. We'll maintain a steady pace, but regroup as necessary. No riders who can maintain the advertised pace will be dropped. No stops are planned.

Road Cleanup 11:00 am., followed by a C ride at about 12:00 am. THIS WILL BE THE START OF OUR 21st YEAR WITH THE PROGRAM! Meet in Valley Forge National Historic Park (VFNHP) at the first parking lot after crossing the Knox covered bridge where Valley Creek Rd. (PA 252) intersects Yellow Springs Rd. A PENNDOT Adopt-A-Highway sign is posted at the entrance to the lot. The cleanup along Yellow Springs Rd usually takes about an hour. To do so we need at least 9 people for our 2.5 mi assignment. We divide that into 4 segments, one per two people and one person remains behind to watch the bikes. We usually drive the teams to the more distant sections. Light snacks and beverages will be available. After the cleanup, Ed Bloomstedt will lead the 12 – 15 mi. ride along the trail to Phoenixville. No one left behind, no cue sheet. A joint BBC/ BCP project. RSVP Arnie Roseman, , 610-640-4529 (day of the ride 215-764-7990) or Kelly Rainville, 484-212-3074, NOTE: The next scheduled cleanup is June 30 with a ride to the annual Schuylkill Canal Day celebration at Lock 60, Phoenixville. The other tentative dates for your calendar are 9/16 and 11/10.

Meet at 5:45 for a prompt start. Rain cancels. Check this listing for updates should one or more paces not be available any given week. See Weekly Rides for detailed description. Contact ride leaders with questions (John: C/C+, Howard: B-, Katie B/B+, and Tae: A).

Please try to arrive by 5:45 for a prompt departure. Gently paced post-work evening ride, suited for novice riders, newcomers to the area, and/or anyone seeking a low-intensity recovery ride. Pedal away the stresses of your work day at a relaxed pace. We'll be meeting in the same parking lot as the "Multi-Paced Rides" listed above. We'll meet in the rear of the parking lot, near the pizza restaurant. Please bring lights in case we are delayed on our return.

Short ride as the leader must be back before noon. Steady pace, re-group at hilltops. No stops.

A moderately hilly ride conquering 3 Main Line hills that regroups at the top of each climb. As the days lengthen, so does the ride and we should be nearing 30 miles by July. This year we will make a conscious effort to maintain a true C+ pace. No riders will be dropped. 50% chance of rain between 6:00 and 8:00 cancels the ride.

A weekly training ride to Merion, Gladwyne, and West Conshohocken, returning via the bike path and Manayunk. The mileage will increase as daylight grows. 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.

Meet at 5:45 for a prompt start. Rain cancels. Note, no bathroom facilities. Check this listing for updates should one or more paces not be available any given week. See Weekly Rides for detailed description. Contact ride leaders with questions: Howard: C+, Isabel: B-, Paul: B, and Troy: B+).

Leader will be at ride start at 6:00pm, regardless of weather. If it's not raining at 6pm, we will ride. If skies become threatening, we will turn around. Gently paced post-work evening ride, suited for novice riders, newcomers to the area, and/or anyone seeking a low-intensity recovery ride. Pedal away the day's stresses at a relaxed pace. We'll be meeting in the same parking lot as the "Multi-Level Conshohocken Rides". We'll start by riding on the Schuylkill River Trail in March. As riders get stronger, we can turn off the SRT and explore some pretty roads in the area. Please bring lights in case we are delayed on our return.

Scenic loop from Chestnut Hill to the Panera Bread café in Springfield, Delaware County. (Every time LMc discovers another Panera location, we discover a new bike route.) Outbound via Mt. Airy, East Falls, Bala Cynwyd, Wynnewood, Havertown. Return via Drexel Hill, Ardmore, Gladwyne, & Conshohocken. Ride past some pretty neighborhoods, parks, and golf courses along the way. Optional quick bathroom break if needed at mile 17. Sit-down lunch stop at Panera at mile 28. Rolling terrain with a couple of brisk climbs (due to crossing the Schuylkill River), but we also enjoy some nice descents heading toward the river. We will stop to regroup as needed. No one dropped. Total climbing 3738 ft.

Today is the Taxing Metric ride, sponsored by the Brandywine Bicycle Club. Yours truly would like to do the 62-mile route. Registration opens at 7:30am, and ride starts at 8:00, from Warwick County Park in Knauertown, Chester County. If you would like to car-pool, LMc will be at Conklin Playground/Pool, 15 East Church Rd in Elkins Park at 6:30am. Conklin is ~1/2 block south of Township Line/Cottman Ave/PA-73, on Church Rd. Plan on one hour drive time to Knauertown. The metric route consists of two loops, one in the morning, one in the afternoon. There is a rest stop on each loop, as well as a hot lunch stop in the middle. Terrain is rolling-to-hilly. After lunch in the park, there is a steep climb out of the park when starting the afternoon loop. If you would like to car-pool, but you are not close to Elkins Park, please contact LMc to arrange another, more convenient location to meet.

Great roads with low traffic. Narberth through Bryn Mawr and out to Waynesborough Country Club. Then south to Ridley Creek State Park. Back through Villanova (and Gladwyne if the group wants more hills). No one gets dropped. Speed determined by the group. Bring a snack for brief mid-ride break. Rain or snow cancels, but low temperatures and wet roads don't. Consider the on-line route approximate. Leave at 9:00AM.

This is a ride through beautifull Hunterdon County in New jersey. The ride travels through mostly country roads with little traffic. We'll do the original route, going up Warsaw Rd, including the hill up Lindbergh Rd., after the lunch stop at the Peacock Country Store. This ride is highly recommended, specially for those cyclists new to the area. Bulls Island is located on Rt. 29, 3 miles north of Stockton. I hope to see many of you there. Cell:267-320-2949

Cycle up Frankford Ave to Torresdale Ave to Holmesburg where we will pick up the Pennypack Park Bike Trail, riding the entire length from the Delaware River to Pine Rd. The return route will be over some very old streets of oldest section of Frankford back to Penn Treaty Park.

We are friendly, non-competative B ride that regroups after hills, stops at traffic lights, and does not drop riders who can ride the advertised pace. Bring $ for a sit-down lunch stop near the midway point. The route varies weekly, depending on the leader. Arrive by 9 for a prompt 9:10 start.

Frequently we ride the Ambler ride. We'll keep a steady pace and effort but, as necessary, will wait to regroup. There will be some hills to climb on the ride and in order for the average speed to be 13-14 mph sometimes we will be going faster than 14 mph. Bring money for a snack. Wet roads or rain at 8:00 AM or over 50% forecast for rain between 8:00 and noon cancel ride. Check the web site for up-to-date information. Cue sheets are available for the ride to Toto's and the ride to North Wales in the BCP cue sheet library

Today is the annual Girls with Gears fundraiser ride, to benefit womens' heart disease prevention. Yours truly would like to do the 62-mile route. Registration opens at 7:00am, and the 62-mile riders depart from 7:15 to 8:00. The event is in Spring Mount, north of Schwenksville. If you would like to car-pool, LMc will be at Conklin Playground/Pool, 15 East Church Rd in Elkins Park at 6:15am. Conklin is ~1/2 block south of Township Line/Cottman Ave/PA-73, on Church. Plan on 45 mins drive time to Spring Mount. Please note: the 62- and 40- mile routes are hilly. Preregistration for the event is required, and registration closes 4/17. If you would like to car-pool, but are not close to Elkins Park, please contact LMc to arrange another meeting location that is more convenient.

There is rain announced for Saturday. Why not join us on a ride through Hunterdon County in New Jersey today? What is special with this ride is that there will be no stops at all (food or bathrooms) before Frenchtown at mile 46. We will regroup when necessary, but riders are expected to maintain the established mph average There will be some climbing, but the ride goes through mostly rolling and flat terrain. That's why the C+ level. Bring sufficient water and snacks, you will need them. If you are up to the challenge, you will be rewarded by the beautiful scenery and low traffic roads. We will complete the ride through nine miles of flat terrain.

We don't know where we are going, but we sure know where we've been. If you don't mind the unknown, this is a great ride. We often make it up as we go but expect a fair amount of climbing (about 1500 feet), maybe a lunch stop OR post-ride beers, a 1-2 pm finish time and good conversation. Over 30% chance of rain, possible hurricane, snow storm, earthquake or wet roads cancels the ride. People that pre-register are my heroes and will receive preferential treatment. Whatever that means.

Short, low-key ride for those new to group riding or seeking to improve fitness. Basic instruction and mechanical advice provided. Route is generally in the Fairmount Park area. Ride will regroup as needed and no one is left behind. You will need a helmet, tube for your tire, a snack and water. Adverse weather (low temp, rain or snow) generally cancels, but check the listing or with the ride leader if in question.

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

Ride with the largest evening cycling group in the Delaware Valley ( over 100 riders). Seven different ride groups to choose from including a "hybrid" group. See weekly ride section for additional details

We'll ride Northern Montgomery County and Northern Bucks County with generally a new ride every week. Some have food stops but always bring snack and plenty of water just in case we're extremely remote. I will post to the listserve if cancellation is required by 8:00 A.M. We won't ride wet roads nor serious threat thereof.

Note the slightly later start time (maybe an extra degree of warmth on a chilly day). Bring yer bike and sense of adventure. Today we will ride to the Del Val Farm Market for a bite to eat. Mostly flat to rolling terrain. Will regroup as needed, but must be able to maintain the average pace. Check with ride leader if forecast is iffy.

Toward Ambler, crossing Germantown Ave to Stenton to Joshua ,River Road , the bike trail and home. When the days are longer we cross Stenton and take Malicia Hill to River Road andl back. No rest stops. We try not to drop anyone.

I need a "Get me out of bed and get moving" motivation, what better way to do this than schedule to lead a bicycle ride for BCP! Come join me. We will meet each Wednesday morning, 8am, 22nd and Spring Garden and take a brisk ride through Fairmount Park and back to Pete's Restaurant in the Philadelphian, 24th & Fairmount Ave for breakfast!

Let's hit the hills. We'll maintain a steady pace, but regroup as necessary. No riders who can maintain the advertised pace will be dropped. No stops are planned.

Meet at 5:45 for a prompt start. Rain cancels. Check this listing for updates should one or more paces not be available any given week. See Weekly Rides for detailed description. Contact ride leaders with questions (John: C/C+, Howard: B-, Katie B/B+, and Tae: A).

A weekly training ride to Merion, Gladwyne, and West Conshohocken, returning via the bike path and Manayunk. The mileage will increase as daylight grows. 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.

Meet at 5:45 for a prompt start. Rain cancels. Note, no bathroom facilities. Check this listing for updates should one or more paces not be available any given week. See Weekly Rides for detailed description. Contact ride leaders with questions: Howard: C+, Isabel: B-, Paul: B, and Troy: B+).

Gently paced post-work evening ride, suited for novice riders, newcomers to the area, and/or anyone seeking a low-intensity recovery ride. We'll be meeting in the same parking lot as the "Multi-Level Conshohocken Rides". We'll start by riding on the Schuylkill River Trail in March. As riders get stronger, we can turn off the SRT and explore some pretty roads in the area. Please bring lights in case we are delayed on our return.

Scenic route to and from Vinnie's Pizzarama in Hatfield, but using a slightly different approach than Howard Haber's ride. Outbound via Plymouth Meeting, Center Square, and West Point. Return via Lansdale, Gwynedd, and Ambler. Sit-down lunch stop at midway. Total elevation gain is 2500 ft. Rolling hills with a couple of brisk climbs, but we will stop to regroup as needed. No one dropped.

If you plan to join Howard Haber's and Howard Hochheiser's 70-mile ride leaving 8:15 from Ft. Washington State Park to New Hope, but would like to tag on some extra miles, LMc will lead a "mini ride" leaving from Conklin Playground in Elkins Park to Howard's start at Ft. Wash. St. Pk. To avoid using Church Rd (the most direct route, but not the most bike-friendly), we'll meander on quieter back roads. It's 11-12 miles EACH WAY between Elkins Park and FWSP. PLEASE NOTE: this route will pass through GLENSIDE on both the outbound and return. It's 6-7 miles each way between Glenside Library and FWSP. If you'd like to meet this group at Glenside Library ~7:30-7:45, please contact LMc.

Great roads with low traffic. Narberth through Bryn Mawr and out to Waynesborough Country Club. Then south to Ridley Creek State Park. Back through Villanova (and Gladwyne if the group wants more hills). No one gets dropped. Speed determined by the group. Bring a snack for brief mid-ride break. Rain or snow cancels, but low temperatures and wet roads don't. Consider the on-line route approximate. Leave at 8:05AM.

Join us on a club favorite. Expect scenic, low trafficked roads, hills (but nothing steep), and great company. Quick rest stops on the way our and return, lunch at the French Bread Bakery. Will regroup as need, but riders ahead of the group are on their own ride. Will hook up with a shorter version leaving from Upper Dublin

This is the shorter version of the 72 mile ride to New Hope. Please see the other ride description for details.

If you can not go cross country, go overnight. This is the first of a series of once a month bike camping "tours" in our area, starting from my back yard you might say, Center City, Philadelphia! Parvin State Park is in South Jersey close to Vineland. We will pitch our tents and roll out the sleeping bag, cook dinner over a cook stove, make a camp fire and tell stories if not singing camp songs. We will maybe take a longer route than the 35 miles and different route home. With planing, club members might loan some equipment, I have two tents and three ground pads but you will need a luggage rand on the back of your bike. Preregistration is important.

Frequently we ride the Ambler ride. We'll keep a steady pace and effort but, as necessary, will wait to regroup. There will be some hills to climb on the ride and in order for the average speed to be 13-14 mph sometimes we will be going faster than 14 mph. Bring money for a snack. Wet roads or rain at 8:00 AM or over 50% forecast for rain between 8:00 and noon cancel ride. Check the web site for up-to-date information. Cue sheets are available for the ride to Toto's and the ride to North Wales in the BCP cue sheet library

Early to ride, early to party, stay longer at party. Pretty route from Jenkintown to Del Val College Farm Market, just south of Doylestown. Outbound route via Abington and Horsham, return via Chalfont and Ambler. We'll ride on new 202 Parkway for part of the way. Sit-down rest stop at Del Val College is at midway. Rolling terrain with some climbs, but nothing too steep - total elevation is 2465 ft. We will stop to regroup at needed, and no one dropped. Note: there are rest rooms in Whole Foods.

Ride hills on both sides of the river. Heritage trail, Bryn Mawr Ave, Conshohocken, Hart's Lane, Chestnut Hill, Spring kick-off BBQ. Steady pace, regroups at hilltops. One quick stop at the Outbound Station (NOT a sit-down lunch). Ride will pick up folks at the station at the top of the Heritage Trail at 11 am.

Join me as we ride into Philadelphia for good food, drink and company at the club's annual Spring Cycling Kickoff party. Flat to rolling hills on the way out, with a hillier, but shorter, return. Will regroup as needed. Be sure to wear your club's colors. Check back as other paces may be added.

A ride for young and older riders, who want to ride at an OWLS pace (Older, Wiser, Longer, Slower). No one will be dropped. Depending on the experience of the group some hills might be added to increase the fun and sense of accomplishment. Will stop about 1/2 way for a snack at a coffee shop or WaWa. Bring extra tube, helmut, water, and lots of smiles or funny stories.

A friendly C ride which cheerfully waits to regroup. All welcome. This week the ride will be approx. 20 miles with no snack break. After we return to the start location we will proceed to the BCP Spring Kick-off Event at Charles Tasco's house (approx. 2 miles from the start). More information about the Spring Kick-off Event can be found in the right column of the BCP home page.

Ride with the largest evening cycling group in the Delaware Valley ( over 100 riders). Seven different ride groups to choose from including a "hybrid" group. See weekly ride section for additional details

We'll ride Northern Montgomery County and Northern Bucks County with generally a new ride every week. Some have food stops but always bring snack and plenty of water just in case we're extremely remote. I will post to the listserve if cancellation is required by 8:00 A.M. We won't ride wet roads nor serious threat thereof.

Note the slightly later start. Bring yer bike and sense of adventure. Today we'll do a simple loop to the Norristown Farm Park and Schuylkill River Trail, with a convenience store rest break just past the midway point. Will regroup as needed, but must be able to maintain the average pace. Check with ride leader if forecast is iffy.

Ride to and from the monthly Quick Release mailing party downtown at Cozen O'Connor @ 1900 Market St, to help Tom Witt and his crew with preparing to mail the new issue of the newsletter. Part of the route will include the Schuylkill River Trail along Kelly Drive, and some Center City streets with bike lanes. Please bring LOCKS, and LIGHTS.

Toward Ambler, crossing Germantown Ave to Stenton to Joshua ,River Road , the bike trail and home. When the days are longer we cross Stenton and take Malicia Hill to River Road andl back. No rest stops. We try not to drop anyone.

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