Ride Calendar

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 and ride to Devon. We'll maintain a steady pace, but regroup as necessary. No riders who can maintain the advertised pace will be dropped. We'll have a quick water/restroom stop at mile 39, if necessary.

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).

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. Cue sheets will not be available.

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. Pedal away the stresses of your work day 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. PLEASE NOTE: Regular Leader for the Thursday Evening D ride (Linda McGrane) is driving up to Danville tonight, in preparation for the BCP Spring Weekend (Fri-Sun); George Yarnell has graciously offered to lead tonight's ride. Thanks, George!

PLEASE NOTE THE NEW START TIME. A moderately hilly ride that conquers 3 Main Line hills and regroups at the top of each climb. No riders will be dropped. As the days lengthen so does the ride and we expect to be covering 30 miles by July. 50% chance of rain between 6:00 and 8:00 cancels the ride.

Enjoy scenic adventures by bike on most Fridays, throughout the year. We'll explore pretty, peaceful roads in suburban counties -- Montgomery, Bucks, Chester, etc. Starting points will vary, so that we can cycle through different regions. Depending on the destination, starting point may be in Conshohocken, Flourtown, Jenkintown, Wayne, Valley Forge, etc. Please check the daily calendar for details of each Friday's route -- terrain, mileage, rest stops, etc. Cue sheets and on-line route map will be provided for each ride. Scheduled for virtually every Friday throughout the year, with a few exceptions here & there. If weather conditions are not conducive to cycling, this ride may be replaced by a hike/walk (on foot). As long as we are enjoying outdoor physical exercise, and Mother Nature, in the company of friends, we'll have a memorable outing.

BCP's annual Spring Weekend in Danville, PA. Danville lies on the Susquehanna River, between the charming college towns of Lewisburg and Bloomsburg. Between towns and quaint villages, treat yourself to scenic cycling on pristine country roads, crossing covered bridges here and there. Cyclists of ALL levels are warmly welcome. This 3-day weekend is an all-inclusive package: Friday and Saturday nights at the Quality Inn of Danville, Friday and Saturday dinners, Saturday and Sunday breakfasts, snacks and sandwiches to take along with you on rides, parties, tour packets with cue sheets & maps for guests, group rides with leaders, wide variety of route distances and speeds for cylists of all levels of ability. For cyclists traveling with non-cyclist partners, there are plenty of other attractions, as well, e.g., Danville's Spring Fling outdoor fair on Saturday, May 4. Details and Registration Form are available on the right side of BCP's home page. Here is the direct link: http://phillybikeclub.org/newbcp/events/SpringFling2013/springfling.htm. Preregistration and payment in advance are required, due to hotel and restaurant reservations. Please feel free to contact the Leader with any questions.

Stretch the legs after the long drive from Phila. with your first ride of the Spring Weekend event in Danville. With no food stops (quick bathroom break in Milton SP) and only 1900' of climbing, we should be able to complete this route in under two hours. Plenty of time to clean up for the evening festivities at the hotel.

Great roads with low traffic. Narberth through Bryn Mawr and out to Waynesborough Country Club. South to Goshen Road and 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 cancels Leave at 8:05AM. Back by 11:00.

We’ll start on the New York ride route and then branch off though more pretty country until we hit the Oldwick General Store, a popular stop for area group rides that has a nice outdoor seating area, at mile 34. Return via Round Valley reservoir and Lower Creek Rd.. No other planned stops because there really isn’t anywhere else to stop, so bring Gu, Cliff Bars, etc. About 4,400’ of climbing, nearly all of which will be over by mile 59. Going for distance, not speed, so no bandits allowed. Periodic regrouping. The ride will start on time so plan your arrival accordingly. Please bring a cue sheet holder.

Let's ride down to Fort Mifflin and around the Phila.International Airport. A grimy city ride to areas of the city one does not usually cycle to.

We'll ride from the Main Line area to Malvern where we'll have a sit-down lunch at Malvern Pizza. A few hills heading out and coming back to the Main Line with rolling terrain in between. Note the new ride start location: Wynnewood Valley Park. in Lower Merion. Q sheets available. Expect to be back by 1pm . Rain cancels ride. http://www.lowermerion.org/Index.aspx?page=747

This week we will be going through the Main Line to Valley Forge and returning to Wegman's in King of Prussia for an outdoor lunch at mile 27. We will have 2 groups, B/B+ (Scott Johnson) and B-(Joe Lubeck). Expect about 3000 in climbing, most on the way out but nothing terribly extreme unless the B group decides to add on some additonal hills. 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

This 30-mile ride will leave at 7:15am (about 3 miles from the starting line) and head over to the start of the Broad Street Run in the Olney section of Philadelphia. Broad Street is closed to traffic about an hour before the race leaving cyclists a 10 mile long 4-lane car-free bicycle paradise! When the race begins at 8:30 we can watch some world-class runners race down Broad Street. We will be back no later than noon. C+ pace (about 13 mph), no one dropped. We will be stopping now and then to watch the runners, take bathroom breaks (plenty of porta-potties along the route!), maybe get a bite to eat. Speed demons can feel free to race ahead. The route is pretty simple - a 10-mile straight line down Broad Street ending at the Navy Yard. INCREASED SECURITY WILL BE IN PLACE, SO DON'T BRING ANY BACKPACKS OR SADDLEBAGS. WEAR RED SOCKS OR RED JERSEY'S TO SHOW SOLIDARITY WITH BOSTON. Email me or call me at 215-872-3559 if you have any questions. We will be leaving promptly at 7:15 am, so try to get to my house by about 7:00 am.

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.

Cemetery Ride to Station at top of Heritage Trail by 10:45 AM. Bryn Mawr Ave, Mt Pleasant and various to the Outbound Station for a Quick snack/coffee. Then, River Rd, Hart's Ln, Hull Rd, CH, McCallum BR, Walnut Ln BR, Warden Dr, SRT home. Steady pace, regroups at top of hill. Please be ready to do the pace. This is a hilly ride.

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 ride to the Italian Market in Skippack. Generally rolling hills on low trafficked roads. 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.

Gently paced, post-work evening ride to pedal away the day's stresses, suited for novice riders, newcomers to the area, and/or anyone seeking a low-intensity recovery ride. We'll be meeting in the parking lot adjacent to the library. Please bring lights in case we are delayed on our return. This ride is scheduled for 3/4 Tuesdays each month, however, one Tuesday a month, this leader leads the "Ride to the Newsletter Mailing Party" instead.

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

This week's ride is canceled. Join me next week.

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).

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. Cue sheets will not be available.

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.

A moderately hilly ride that conquers 3 Main Line hills and regroups at the top of each climb. No riders will be dropped. As the days lengthen so does the ride and we expect to be covering 30 miles by July. 50% chance of rain between 6:00 and 8:00 cancels the ride.

So, just how many Panera Bread cafes ARE there? Enough for cyclists to explore all over the Phila. region. Today's ride from Flourtown to the Panera in Broomall will take us through Chestnut Hill & East Falls, Bala Cynwyd, Haverford and Havertown. After lunch, we'll return via Villanova and Conshohocken. Rolling terrain with some steep climbs (including Neill Drive after crossing Falls Bridge), but we will stop to regroup as needed. Total elevation gain 3893 ft. Quick water stop at mile 19 and sit-down lunch stop at mile 30. On our return, we have an optional quick Wawa stop if needed in West Conshohocken at mile 42.

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.

If you can't go cross country, go overnight. May 11 & 12. Bicycle touring trip to Green Lane Montgomery County Park at the terminis of the Perkiomen Creek Trail. All on bike trails. Only one hill and that is on the way home, Sunday. Registration required because of the overnight camping.

We are a friendly, non-competitive B and B- ride that regroups after hills, stops at traffic lights, and does not drop riders who can ride the advertised pace. This week we'll be attempting to meet the C/C+ group at the lunch stop and at the finish to celebrate Jim Kahn's birthday. Bring $ for a sit-down lunch at mile 42. A quick bathroom/water stop is planned at mile 21. Arrive by 9 for a prompt 9:10 start. Contact ride leaders with questions (Andy: B, Terri: B-)

Join Jim Kahn as he celebrates his 60th birthday and a lifetime of cycling by this ride to Skippack with lunch stop at West Point. Bring money for lunch. Beer and cake at Jim’s home in Center City after the ride. Garage parking available – no lock needed. We'll keep a steady pace and effort (rolling speed on flat terrain 15-16 mph). A forecast on Friday at 9:00 pm calling for 50% or greater chance of rain on Saturday between 9:00 am and noon, or wet roads on Saturday at 9:00 am, will cancel the ride. Check the website for up-to-date information.

This is a beautiful ride through Hunterdon county in New Jersey. It travels through many country roads with little traffic. We'll stop for lunch at the Oldwick General Store at mile 30. It is mostly rolling with a few short climbs. East Armwell School is located on Werstville Rd. in Ringoes. From I-95, take the first exit in NJ (Rt.29) toward Lambertville. Bear right onto Rt 179 from Lambertville. Five miles to Wertsville Rd. ( by the Carousel Restaurant) Go right and cross Rt. 202. The school is on your left. Cell:267-320-2949

Led by Elliot Titcher - cell 215-740-1149 Ride the day after the SCU Quad County event. Yes it is Mother's Day. 55 - 65 miles with several hills including the famous (or maybe not) Squirrel Hill that has a short very steep grade (about 20%). There is an opt out option available. We will regroup as needed. No one dropped but you must be able to keep the 14 mph average. We will stop for lunch in Schwenksville or at Hennings Market in Harylesville ( I have not decided yet). Bring plenty to drink and an on bike snack. Cue sheets may or may not be available. Rain, snow, hail and wet roads cancels the ride. Call if unsure if ride is on.

Scenic loop on pretty roads to the bakery in Peddlers Village in Lahaska. This route is almost as scenic as yesterday's Quad County Metric. Rolling terrain with some steep climbs, but nothing too intense. We'll stop to regroup as needed. No one dropped. 3100 ft of climbing. Please click on the map link below (http://ridewithgps.com/routes/2429187) to view the elevation profile. Outbound via Horsham and Warrington. Rest stop at the bakery in Lahaska at mile 27. On the return, we have an optional brief stop for bathroom/snack at the Farm Market at Del Val College south of Doylestown at mile 41. Leaving promptly at 8:30 should allow us to return early enough for Mother's Day celebrations (and avoid becoming headline news: "Angry Moms Unite Against Cyclists").

Did you know there are FOUR Kimberton Whole Food stores? We are going to visit two of them. The route will take us from VF to the Whole Food Stores in Kimberton and Douglasville. A total of three rest stops are scheduled. One every 16 miles. Note: This route has over 4200' of climbing. Expect to be back in Valley Forge ~3:00pm.

Ride will be through and around Fairmount Park or the SRT. Distance will be based on the experience of those attending the ride. OWLS (Older, Wiser, Longer, Slower) pace for any age riders, as well as new riders. There will be some hills for the exercise and the fun of being on the top. No one will be dropped. Snack stop about 1/2.

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 later start time (once again, a chilly morning forecast). Bring yer bike and sense of adventure. Today we'll ride to the Bagel Barrel in Doylestown. Mostly rolling hills, with the return on the 202 trail. 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.

Gently paced, post-work evening ride to pedal away the day's stresses, suited for novice riders, newcomers to the area, and/or anyone seeking a low-intensity recovery ride. We'll be meeting in the parking lot adjacent to the library. Please bring lights in case we are delayed on our return. This ride is scheduled for 3/4 Tuesdays each month, however, one Tuesday a month, this leader leads the "Ride to the Newsletter Mailing Party" instead.

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. We'll find a quick (5 minute) snack/restroom stop; otherwise no stops are planned. If you are planning to ride, please pre-register or email the ride leader; if noone registers/emails, the leader will not stop at the Italian Fountain.

Join us as we to ride to The Ride of Silence in Philadelphia - an 8 mile, 11 mph, silent ride that honors those injured or killed while riding their bikes - http://www.rideofsilence.org/main.php. The ceremony begins at 6:45, and the ride at 7:00. We'll ride in on the flat Schuylkill River Trail and then hit some hills on the roads in Manayunk. Front and rear lights required, as we will be returning after sunset. Please arrive ready to leave at 5:45, as we must leave on time.

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).

For 5/15 only, this ride is CANCELLED, due to a special event - the Ride to the RIDE OF SILENCE, leaving from Conshohocken at 5:45. Please see the listing above. 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. Cue sheets will not be available.

Please join us for scenic rides on low-traffic roads in northeastern Chester County and southwestern Montgomery County. Various routes, cue sheets provided. This ride is slower than the typical B ride, but generally involves more climbing than the typical C ride. No one dropped. Ride distance varies with sunset time.

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+).

Join us as we ride into Philly to the Night Market (http://thefoodtrust.org/night-market - "a roving food event spotlighting Philly’s best ethnic and regional restaurants and food trucks."). Ride to and from the Night Market event at a gentle, non-competitive pace. Front and rear lights required, due to returning after dark. Please note: there are no rest room facilities at the starting point (Jacobs).

Join us as we ride into Philly to the Night Market (http://thefoodtrust.org/night-market - "a roving food event spotlighting Philly’s best ethnic and regional restaurants and food trucks."). Depending on how many people show, we'll either ride in together or break into two groups. Front and rear lights required as much, if not all, of the return will be after sunset. Note that there aren't bathroom facilities at the start.

A moderately hilly ride that conquers 3 or more Main Line hills and regroups at the top of each climb. No riders will be dropped. As the days lengthen so does the ride and we expect to be covering 30 miles by July. 50% chance of rain between 6:00 and 8:00 cancels the ride.

Scenic loop mainly through Montgomery County, with a little bit of Chester County for good measure. Ride from Norristown Farm Park along the Schuylkill River Trail to & from Phoenixville, then begin a loop through Trappe, Schwenksville, Limerick, and Royersford. In addition to the Schuylkill River, we'll cross the Perkiomen Creek a couple of times, as well as a few small creeks. Indoor, sit-down rest stop at the comfortable and bike-friendly Java's Brewin' bakery & café in Limerick at mile 31. If additional quick bathroom breaks are needed, we can stop in Phoenixville (mile 11 outbound, mile 40 return). The initial and final stretches of this route are mainly flat, along the SRT. The middle portion of the route, on picturesque roads, has rolling hills with a couple of challenging climbs, but nothing too intense. Please click on the route map link below (http://ridewithgps.com/routes/2501053) to view the elevation profile ahead of time. Total elevation gain is 3081 ft. We will stop to regroup as needed. No one dropped.

Extension loop to connect with Dave Ziccardi's pretty and scenic ride to Belvidere. This add-on loop will go straight up River Rd (NJ-29) from Bull's Island to Frenchtown, to meet Dave's group. 9 miles each way between Bull's Island and Frenchtown. We will leave Bull's Island promptly, in order to arrive in Frenchtown early for the Belvidere ride. Ride on River Rd is mostly flat.

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.

First in a series of 4 rides leading up to the 2nd Annual Kitchen Sink Century in late Sept. (combines some of my favorite rides, including this, into a century). This is our annual ride to Carversville Day, a fun, low-key small town festival. Expect scenic, low trafficked roads, hills but nothing very steep, and great company. Quick rest stops on the way our and return. 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

THE RIDE IS ON. Ride outside the box through some of the prettiest (and most traffic-free) parts of Hunterdon and Warren Counties. Climb up to the Hunterdon Plateau, skirt Spruce Run, cruise the wooded Columbia Trail over the Ken Lockwood Gorge and ride past the beautiful spreads nestled in the Jersey Alps on the way to a sweet descent to lunch in Belividere, with its Victorian homes, at mile 42. Our way back down the river will follow the route of the old Bel Del Railroad through Foul Rift, Harmony Station, Phillipsburg, Carpentersville and Milford. About 5,200' of total climbing, with most (but not all) of that coming before lunch. Only one additional water stop is planned (another may be added if conditions warrant) so bring Gu, Cliff Bars or whatever gets you through. Periodic regrouping at key locations. Bad weather, including rain or excessive heat, cancels. Check this listing for a go/no-go message after 6:30 a.m. the day of. This ride will start on time so arrive at least 15 min. before the scheduled start time. I guarantee this ride is worth the early wake-up.

Let's take Forbidden Dr, the whole length from Lincoln Dr to Northwestern Ave, the northern city border and return by Barren Hill Road to Conshohocken and into CC on the Schuykill River Trail. Forbidden Dr. is cinder surface, pack and loose gravel, not conducive to narrow tires.

This is our annual ride to Carversville Day, a fun, low-key small town festival. See longer ride leaving from Flourtown for details.

Come join us for a rambling tour of the Upper Buxmont area. Highlights include scenic start/finish on Lake Galena, mixed terrain of flats and hills, water stop at beautiful Green Lane Park, and lunch at Spor's General Store in Trumbauersville. Optional short cut back from lunch shortens the route to 48 miles. Have a car-free day -- start is less than two miles from Chalfont train station. Nobody dropped but riders should come prepared to maintain a 'B' pace. Co-leaders at alternate paces welcome.

We are a friendly, non-competitive 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 near the midway point. 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

Delaware Valley Bike Club hosts its annual Bonkers Metric ride, leaving from Ridley Creek State Park. Yours truly would like to cycle the 65-mile route (although other distances are offered - 18, 35, and 50 miles). Pretty, peaceful territory for cycling, quiet roads and mostly rolling hills. There are some brisk climbs near Media. Rest stops, SAG, and road markings are provided. There is an admission fee for this event ride. Ride begins at 8am for the 65- and 50-mile riders. From Elkins Park, driving time to the ride start is ~50 minutes. If you would like to car-pool, but are not close to Elkins Park, please contact LMc to arrange another meeting location more convenient for you.

This ride is a homage to Bill Cotton. When we explored the development of the SRT, together, Bill always enjoyed stopping at the Queen City Diner in West Reading. Trail surface: crushed slate, some sections are paved. The plan is to ride as a group. But, copies of Bill's cue sheet will be available. Also available, compliments of Mike Seidman, will be a limited number of cue sheets and a booklet titled: A Guide to the UGRR in NJ, from another of Bill's rides, which we rode last month. Rest stop, each way, at Walt Hug's home, on the trail, in Birdsboro.

Check back Sunday. Will post a go/no go message by 9am. Iffy weather. We'll ride some hills on the east and west side of the Schykill River. There are hills, and we'll maintain a steady pace with a brief regroup at the top of climbs. no one dropped who can maintain the pace. brief water/bathroom break at the Outbound Station. Will be at the top of Heritage Trail at 10:45 am to meet anyone who would like to join the ride from that point.

Celebration of The Life of Sylvia Boodis. We will do a leasurely ride through Fairmont Park to all the places Sylvia loved. She was an early member of our club who must have been in her mid sixties when she joined. She derived such confidence and joy as a member. We will return back to Lloyd Hall, known in Sylvia's time as Plassted Hall for a ceremony and light late lunch catered by Cosmic Cafe. Hopefully many of our early club members who knew Sylvia will cycle with us and or attend the Celbration of the Life for Sylvia Boodis. See Weekly Rides for additional details.

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 ride out a bit beyond the Skippack area, and loop back through West Point for a bite to eat. Mostly rolling hills, with a few climbs (including Bean Rd.). Can shorten the route if the weather is not cooperative while we are out. Will regroup as needed, but must be able to maintain the average pace.

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.

Gently paced, post-work evening ride to pedal away the day's stresses, suited for novice riders, newcomers to the area, and/or anyone seeking a low-intensity recovery ride. We'll be meeting in the parking lot adjacent to the library. Please bring lights in case we are delayed on our return. This ride is scheduled for 3/4 Tuesdays each month, however, one Tuesday a month, this leader leads the "Ride to the Newsletter Mailing Party" instead.

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. A briefwater stop/WC stop is planned around mile 29. Please preregister or email the leader. No messages/preregisters by 8am, no ride.

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).

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. Cue sheets will not be available.

Please join us for scenic rides on low-traffic roads in northeastern Chester County and southwestern Montgomery County. Various routes, cue sheets provided. This ride is slower than the typical B ride, but generally involves more climbing than the typical C ride. No one dropped. Ride distance varies with sunset time.

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+).

IF NOT RAINING AT 6, we can ride -- distance to be determined by the skies. We will turn around immediately if skies look threatening. 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 that conquers 3 or more Main Line hills and regroups at the top of each climb. No riders will be dropped. As the days lengthen so does the ride and we expect to be covering 30 miles by July. 50% chance of rain between 6:00 and 8:00 cancels the ride.

Leader is going to the Kent County Spring Fling (Baltimore Bike Club) in Chestertown, MD later today for Memorial Day weekend. This will be a quick, early morning loop around Jenkintown, Abington, Glenside, etc. The normal, 50-ish mile Friday Frolic will resume next week, May 31.

Enjoy scenic adventures by bike on most Fridays, throughout the year. We'll explore pretty, peaceful roads in suburban counties -- Montgomery, Bucks, Chester, etc. Starting points will vary, so that we can cycle through different regions. Depending on the destination, starting point may be in Conshohocken, Flourtown, Jenkintown, Wayne, Valley Forge, etc. Please check the daily calendar for details of each Friday's route -- terrain, mileage, rest stops, etc. Cue sheets and on-line route map will be provided for each ride. Scheduled for virtually every Friday throughout the year, with a few exceptions here & there. If weather conditions are not conducive to cycling, this ride may be replaced by a hike/walk (on foot). As long as we are enjoying outdoor physical exercise, and Mother Nature, in the company of friends, we'll have a memorable outing.

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 cancels. Consider the on-line route approximate. Leave at 8:05AM.

Ever wonder where to pick up the Schuylkill River Trail on the other side of Phoenixville, PA? Let's find out. We did miss it last year on the way out but coming back we found it so we will find it again on the way out this time. For those in CC Philly, this can be a train assist bike ride, catching SEPTA's Manayunk Norristown Local, Saturday's scheduled train to the Main St station in Norristown, (7:26 30th St, 7:31 Suburban Station, 7:36 Market East) Others can meet us at the McDonald's across the street from the Main Street train station before 8:30 am. This is an all day ride due to the 85 miles round trip. Going to Reading and back, stopping for lunch in Reading. The trail will actually go all the way to Pottsville not to be confused with Pottstown which we will pass thru! Truly flat but long milage. Challenge yourself early in the season!

Two paces for a fun start to the holiday weekend. Howard Hochheiser will lead a 14-15 group. Howard Haber will lead a 16-17 group. We'll cruise through Ambler with short bursts through the Gwynedd Mercy campus and Lansdale. Lovely scenery and rolling hills through Worcester Golf Club and Skippack Golf Club as we wind through Evansburg State Park. Visitation Road provides a screaming downhill before we climb Eagleville Road. Cider Mill provides both an uphill and downhill before we enjoy the beauty of Arcola Road. Wegmans in Collegeville is our rest stop for indoor bathrooms, tasty snack and with nice weather from the cycling gods we’ll take advantage of the outdoor seating. Return along Arcola and gentle climbing of Barrington before another trip through Evansburg. We’ll make our way behind Merrymead Farm and enjoy a nice downhill on South Penn Oak before the last few miles back to UDHS. Bring smiles and a positive attitude. Wear your patriotic gear. We’re gonna have a blast!

We are a friendly, non-competitive 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 near the midway point. The route varies weekly, depending on the leader. Arrive by 9 for a prompt 9:10 start.

Join Jim Kahn as he celebrates his 60th birthday and a lifetime of cycling by this ride to Skippack with lunch stop at West Point. Bring money for lunch. Beer and cake at Jim’s home in Center City after the ride. Garage parking available – no lock needed. We'll keep a steady pace and effort (rolling speed on flat terrain 15-16 mph). A forecast on Friday at 9:00 pm calling for 50% or greater chance of rain on Saturday between 9:00 am and noon, or wet roads on Saturday at 9:00 am, will cancel the ride. Check the website for up-to-date information. The on-line route map is http://ridewithgps.com/routes/2302972

Please see full description on ride calendar.

Meet at Azelea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 12:00 pm. Short, low-key ride for those new to group riding or seeking to improve fitness. Direction and instruction will be offered on safe riding techniques and skills. 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 and a bright outlook! Typically we stop for lunch, but such will be at the consensus of the group. 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.

Let's take a long bike ride to go swimming, Lake Atsion, NJ. The water is brown because of the iron in the sandy soil around. This is the upper end of the Pine Barrens and NJ Wharton State Forrest. There is swimming in the lake and there is a concession stand for food and snacks but always bring granola bars to munch along the way. There will be a coffee stop too. There maybe an admission fee but in past years bicyclist and walkers got in free. There is a shower and changing room so bring a beach towel and swim suit or a second pair of riding shorts for the ride home. All day ride, back around 7pm.

The annual event in which riders are encouraged to wear your most outrageous cycling kit (clothing). Break out that jersey that hasn't seen daylight since 1970. Don those ugly shorts (NO seethroughem's, please!). Mismatched sox, shoes, helmets?!?, etc. The uglier, the better. AND, prizes will be awarded to the best of the worst. - Oh yea, about the ride: We will ride the main line hills of suburban Philadelphia, with an outdoor food stop planned for the Wegman's in K of P. PS: The start in Narberth Park is near the basketball courts, at the bathrooms on Haverford Ave.

Join us on a holiday stroll to the Delaware Valley College Farm Market. We'll head out via the 202 bike trail and low trafficked roads, and return on low trafficked roads plus a portion of the powerline trail. Expect rolling hills (mostly on the way out) and good company. Faster riders welcome, but please ride with the group and keep to the advertised pace. We will regroup as needed.

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 do a simple ride: a little short of Skippack, returning thru the Norristown Farm Park and Schuylkill River Trail. Will regroup as needed, but must be able to maintain the average pace. Convenience store stop on the return. Iffy forecast - will make call to cancel or postpone start time an hour or so around 8 am.

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.

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.

THIS DELIGHTFUL, DELICIOUS "D" RIDE FROM GLENSIDE WILL RESUME NEXT TUESDAY, 6/4. Gently paced, post-work evening ride to pedal away the day's stresses, suited for novice riders, newcomers to the area, and/or anyone seeking a low-intensity recovery ride. We'll be meeting in the parking lot adjacent to the library. Please bring lights in case we are delayed on our return. This ride is scheduled for 3/4 Tuesdays each month throughout the summer, until September 17. However, ONE Tuesday a month, this leader leads the "Ride to the Newsletter Mailing Party" instead.

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

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).

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. Cue sheets will not be available.

Please join us for scenic rides on low-traffic roads in northeastern Chester County and southwestern Montgomery County. Various routes, cue sheets provided. This ride is slower than the typical B ride, but generally involves more climbing than the typical C ride. No one dropped. Ride distance varies with sunset time.

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.

A moderately hilly ride that conquers 3 or more Main Line hills and regroups at the top of each climb. No riders will be dropped. As the days lengthen so does the ride and we expect to be covering 30 miles by July. 50% chance of rain between 6:00 and 8:00 cancels the ride.

Scenic ride from Center City into Delaware County, to Linvilla Orchards Farm Market, south of Media. Outbound via Merion and Wynnewood, return via Swarthmore and Springfield. Sit-down lunch stop at Linvilla Orchard at mile 23. Optional quick rest stops at mile 15 and mile 41. Rolling terrain with some brisk climbs, but we will stop to regroup as needed. Total climbing is 3243 ft. The middle section of the route includes a pretty, peaceful, and relatively flat section along Creek Rd. PLEASE NOTE: due to an early morning conference, Leader is starting this ride slightly later than usual, at 10:15am. Parking is available on Sedgeley Drive, on the other side of Kelly Drive, across from Waterworks Drive and Lloyd Hall. Rest rooms are available at Lloyd Hall.