Ride Calendar

Scenic loop from the Hawk Watch point of Fort Washington State Park to Wegman's Market in Warrington, for something hot and hearty, surrounded by warm companionship to begin the new year. Part of the outbound route will include the 202 Parkway bike path. Quick bathroom break at mile 18, indoor lunch stop is at mile 30. Rolling terrain with a few climbs, but nothing too steep -- total climbing 2700'. Stop to regroup as needed. No one dropped. SHORTER OPTION AVAILABLE: This route will pass Upper Dublin High School both coming and going -- door to door service. Starting and finishing at UDHS will shave off about 10 miles (37-mile version). If you'd like to pick up the ride from UDHS, we should be at this point ~10:30am. Please contact the Leader if you plan on joining us at 10:30 at UDHS.

Ride to watch the Mummers Parade near the Kimmel Center. We will follow the SRT. Spend about 1 hour watching the String Bands pass. We will stop at a WAWA for fortification before we get to the Kimmel Center. We can warm up at the center. Dress appropriately for the winter weather. Bring helmet, money, front and rear lights, and extra tube. It may start to get dark before we get back to Conshohocken.

This weekly road ride travels on low-traffic roads in southwestern Montgomery and northeastern Chester counties. No one dropped. This is a far better and more interesting workout than a stationary bicycle in your basement or at the gym. Let's ride ! Cold weather does NOT cancel the ride.

DUE TO SNOW ON 1/3, XC SKI or SNOWSHOE INSTEAD: Enjoy the tranquility of Curtis Arboretum on Church Rd in Wyncote. There is a parking lot behind Curtis Hall on the Arboretum campus - turn onto the driveway from Church Rd. In front of Curtis Hall (you'll see the red awning), bear right on the driveway. There is a parking lot behind Curtis Hall. The Arboretum has 45 acres - plenty of land to make tracks in the snow. The Arboretum's main entrance is on the south side of Church Rd, directly across the street from a nursing facility, as well as a rabbinal college at the intersection of Church Rd & Greenwood Ave. GENERIC DESCRIPTION: Scenic adventures by bike on most Fridays, throughout the year. Explore pretty, peaceful roads in suburban counties -- Montgomery, Bucks, Chester, etc. Starting points will vary, to cycle through different regions. Starting point may be in Conshohocken, Flourtown, Jenkintown, Wayne, Valley Forge, etc. Please check the daily 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 calendar for details of each Friday's route -- 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.

New start time, 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 9:05AM.

Every Saturday through March we ride17.5 miles to the Kimberton Whole Food store in Kimberton for an indoor coffee break, then 17.5 miles back to Valley Forge. Plan is to be back in VF by noon.

Re run of the Ridley Park hike. If the temperature is a bit too brisk for a ride, hike instead. Very scenic "woodsy" trails with a few brisk climbs to keep the circulation going. Souvenir cue sheets with printed map on the back (mouse drawn by yours truly). Meet at the Hunting Hill Mansion on S Sandy Flash Drive. The on line route map starts from the Newtown Square shopping center (coffee and donuts), then takes you right to the parking lot for the 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

Phila. area received several inches of fresh powder on Thursday night. On Saturday morning, Leader will be at starting point at 10am with both XC skis and snow shoes. Depending on how many show-lovers join us, and which type of equipment they bring, we can choose one sport or the other. From the HAWK WATCH point, Ft. Washington State Park has several nice trails to explore. Following our work-out, we can go for lunch or a snack -- there are plenty of nearby cafes on Bethlehem Pike in Flourtown.

This ride is for novice cyclists, newcomers to Phila., or for those seeking a gentle recovery ride. Anyone for hot coffee, tea, or cocoa, mixed with warm conversation? Scenic loop on mostly quiet, suburban roads from Glenside to Plymouth Meeting/Conshohocken to Panera Bread cafe. Indoor rest stop at mid-way point. We will climb a few hills here & there, but slow & gentle climbing (or walking up hills) is perfectly fine on this ride. We'll stop to regroup as often as needed. Cue sheets will be provided, but the route can be adjusted as needed. Ride is cancelled in the event of rain/snow/slick roads. Please contact the Leader if you have questions. Preregistering (click on the "Preregister" link here) is not required, but will save you writing time at the ride start, and helps the Leader by ensuring that your info is printed legibly.

Every Sunday through March, we ride 17.5 miles to Henning's Market in Harleysville, then 17.5 miles back to Valley Forge. Plan is to be back in VF by noon.

CancelledPlease join us on a beautiful hike in the Wissahickon Gorge of Fairmount Park. We'll be mainly on trails with flat options. Well-behaved, leashed canine friends are welcome. Hiking boots or shoes recommended. Optional lunch at a local eatery afterward. If you are parking on the Chestnut Hill side of the Inn, park in the upper lot. It takes about 5 minutes to walk to the Inn from the upper lot.

Entry level ride for those new to group riding or looking to improve fitness for higher-level rides. Safety and equipment instruction provided as needed. Helmet, tube for tire and water required. Snack recommended. Route will be in the Fairmount Park area, tailored based on the abilities of the group, and will regroup as needed. Adverse weather (precipitation, excessive cold) generally cancels, so check the website in advance.

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

Due to Thursday night's snowstorm, the roads are still too messy for cycling. Plan B is to play in the snow. Leader will be at the starting point with cross-country skis and snowshoes. Depending on how many snow-lovers join us, and which equipment they bring, we can choose one sport or the other. We will meet at the Mill Road parking lot (Flourtown picnic area), near the Acme Shopping Center on Bethlehem Pike, and access the Green Ribbon Trail along the Wissahickon Creek. Please note: the rest rooms in this parking lot are closed for the winter. There are places nearby on Bethlehem Pike in Flourtown with restrooms (Dunkin' Donuts, Starbucks). The normally scheduled Sunday Afternoon (Post-Hike) Winter Ramble BIKE RIDE will resume as soon as weather and road conditions permit.

The original Conshy Night Lights ride rolls again with a new start time and format. Come join us for brisk ride to the Art Museum and back to keep those riding legs you earned over the summer. Meet at 5:45 for a PROMPT 6:00 ROLLOUT! We will have two pace groups, B and C. Each pace will always re-group at Lloyd Hall, but a full potty stop is at ride leader's discretion. Headlight and taillight required. May be occasionally shifted to Wed depending on weather. Cancellations/changes posted no later than 5 pm. Thanks to Jen Weiss and Jacobs for use of the parking lot. Go before you arrive! Please do not use Marriott's facilities.

This weekly road ride travels on low-traffic roads in southwestern Montgomery and northeastern Chester counties. No one dropped. This is a far better and more interesting workout than a stationary bicycle in your basement or at the gym. Let's ride ! Cold weather does NOT cancel the ride.

This is a scenic and relatively flat-to-rolling loop to and from Hennings Market in Harleysville, on familiar, bike-friendly roads. Indoor rest stop midway at Hennings Market food court/cafe. Total elevation gain is 2400 ft -- just enough climbing to keep us warmed up. We will stop to regroup as needed. No one dropped. We will try to maintain at least 13mph, as advertised. This ride will start and finish at the HAWK WATCH parking area of Ft. Washington State Park, accessible via Joshua Rd off Stenton, or, Militia Hill Rd off Skippack Pike.

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.

Every Saturday through March we ride17.5 miles to the Kimberton Whole Food store in Kimberton for an indoor coffee break, then 17.5 miles back to Valley Forge. Plan is to be back in VF by noon.

Come cycle each Saturday in January (excepting the first Sat), a little bit farther and a little bit faster and become a little bit stronger and get a little bit more confident cyclist. This Saturday's ride is to the Out Bound Station Cafe on the Schuylkill River Trail in Conshohocken, 25 miles total, next Saturday's D ride is to Bridgeport, across the Schuylkill River from Norristown, 35 miles and the next Saturday's D ride is to Betzwood rest area on the north side of Valley Forge National Park, 45 miles and the first Saturday of Feb's D ride is to Phoenixville, 55 miles. Challenge yourself to do them all! You get extra merit because these rides are only cancelled if it is snowing or raining one hour before start time. So bundle up, and spin those legs to fire up the body heater!

New start time, 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 9:05AM.

Pretty loop from Doylestown to the famous Ringoes Deli near East Amwell, NJ. Outbound via New Hope and Lambertville, returning via Sergeanstville, Bulls Island, and Carversville. Lunch stop at Ringoes is at mile 25. There are optional rest stops if needed at mile 16 (New Hope) and at mile 40 (Carversville). Total climbing is 3100 ft. We'll stop to regroup as needed. No one dropped, but we will try to maintain at least 13mph, as advertised. Scenic and pristine roads, especially on the Jersey side.

Some hills. Regroup as needed, no one dropped but you need to be able to keep the advertised pace. In door rest stop. Rain or wet roads cancels.

Nice route that starts with some climbing through Huntingdon Valley to Warminster comm. park for a quick sprint down the old runway. Then a nice decent down into Tyler state park and climb back out continuing through Newtown, Core creek park and Langhorne for coffee/lunch stop at mile 30. Return back is mostly flat through Hulmeville, Bensalem and NE Philly. Quick stop at Tanners Dairy at ~15miles if needed. No one dropped and will regroup as necessary.

Every Sunday through March, we ride 17.5 miles to Henning's Market in Harleysville, then 17.5 miles back to Valley Forge. Plan is to be back in VF by noon.

Let's celebrate winter and explore some trails in the lower portion of the Wissahickon Valley. We'll do some climbing, but there will be a flat option along Forbidden Drive, on the return. Well-behaved, four-legged canine hikers are welcome to join us. Optional group lunch at a nearby eatery after the hike. There are a couple of options for lunch on Henry Ave, near the parking lot where we meet. Please strongly consider using the on-line preregistration option -- preregistering is not mandatory, but it does save you (and the whole group) writing time at the meeting place, and helps the Leaders by ensuring that your contact info is printed legibly. Thank you, and we look forward to seeing you!

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

Entry level ride for those new to group riding or looking to improve fitness for higher-level rides. Safety and equipment instruction provided as needed. Helmet, tube for tire and water required. Snack recommended. Route will be in the Fairmount Park area, tailored based on the abilities of the group, and will regroup as needed. Adverse weather (precipitation, excessive cold) generally cancels, so check the website in advance.

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

Pretty loop from Bruno's in Chestnut Hill to the Whole Foods Market in North Wales, with a slightly different spin (no pun intended) this time. Outbound via Oreland and Ft. Washington, return via Gwynedd Valley and Blue Bell. Brief, indoor rest stop at Whole Foods at mile 18. Total elevation gain 1742 feet. We will stop to regroup as needed. No one dropped, but we will try to maintain at least 13mph average, as advertised. Even if you don't join the Wissahickon hike in the morning, you are welcome to cycle with us on this ride! Plan is to return before 5:00pm. Please bring lights, just in case we return in the nick of time. Please ensure that your bike is ready before start time, so that we can leave promptly.

Scenic, 30-ish mile loop, usually through Montgomery County or Lower Bucks, with a brief rest stop. Unless otherwise stated, this winter afternoon ride will meet at Bruno's Diner (finishing point for many of the Sunday morning Wissahickon hikes). Even if you don't join the hike in the morning, you are welcome to cycle with us on this ride! We will stop to regroup if needed, but try as much as possible to maintain 13-15mph, due to short daylight. Plan is to return before 5:00pm. Please bring lights, just in case we return in the nick of time. Please ensure that your bike is ready before start time, so that we can leave promptly. Specific details will be posted for each Sunday's Route. Scheduled for EVERY Sunday throughout the winter (for the duration of the hiking season), weather permitting, EXCEPT Feb. 23. (Leader will be away cross-country skiing on 2/23). This ride will resume on March 2. If winter weather conditions are not conducive to cycling, this ride may be replaced by a snow activity.

This weekly road ride travels on low-traffic roads in southwestern Montgomery and northeastern Chester counties. No one dropped. This is a far better and more interesting workout than a stationary bicycle in your basement or at the gym. Let's ride ! Cold weather does NOT cancel the ride.

The original Conshy Night Lights ride rolls again with a new start time and format. Come join us for brisk ride to the Art Museum and back to keep those riding legs you earned over the summer. Meet at 5:45 for a PROMPT 6:00 ROLLOUT! We will have two pace groups, B and C. Each pace will always re-group at Lloyd Hall, but a full potty stop is at ride leader's discretion. Headlight and taillight required. May be occasionally shifted to Wed depending on weather. Cancellations/changes posted no later than 5 pm. Thanks to Jen Weiss and Jacobs for use of the parking lot. Go before you arrive! Please do not use Marriott's facilities.

This is a scenic and relatively flat-to-rolling loop to and from Hennings Market in Harleysville, on familiar, bike-friendly roads. Indoor rest stop midway at Hennings Market food court/cafe. Total elevation gain is 2400 ft -- just enough climbing to keep us warmed up. We will stop to regroup as needed. No one dropped. We will try to maintain at least 13mph, as advertised. This ride will start and finish at the HAWK WATCH parking area of Ft. Washington State Park, accessible via Joshua Rd off Stenton, or, Militia Hill Rd off Skippack Pike.

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.

Moderately paced ride for a quick warm up soup or pizza (no sit down lunch). If you are interested, please let me know if you are interested by noon on the 16th. If I need to cancel for any reason including weather, I'll do so by 8:30 on the morning of the ride. A less than enthusiastic response may be one reason for cancelling.

Every Saturday through March we ride17.5 miles to the Kimberton Whole Food store in Kimberton for an indoor coffee break, then 17.5 miles back to Valley Forge. Plan is to be back in VF by noon.

New start time, 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 9:05AM.

Come cycle each Saturday in January, a little bit farther and a little bit faster and become a little bit stronger and a little bit more confident cyclist. This Saturday's ride is to Bridgeport, across the Schuylkill River from Norristown, 35 miles,and the next Saturday's D ride is to Betzwood rest area on the north side of Valley Forge National Park, 45 miles and the first Saturday of Feb's D ride is to Phoenixville, 55 miles. There three Saturdays in a row of D rides, each a little longer! Challenge yourself to do them all! You get extra merit because these rides are only cancelled if it is snowing or raining one hour before start time. So bundle up, and spin those legs to fire up the body heater!

Off to Ambler (OR SHORTENED TO BRUNOS PER TEMPERATURE). 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!

This ride is for novice cyclists, newcomers to Phila., or for those seeking a gentle recovery ride. Anyone for hot coffee, tea, or cocoa, mixed with warm conversation? Scenic loop on mostly quiet, suburban roads from Glenside to Plymouth Meeting/Conshohocken to Panera Bread cafe. Indoor rest stop at mid-way point. We will climb a few hills here & there, but slow & gentle climbing (or walking up hills) is perfectly fine on this ride. We'll stop to regroup as often as needed. Cue sheets will be provided, but the route can be adjusted as needed. Ride is cancelled in the event of rain/snow/slick roads. Please contact the Leader if you have questions. Preregistering (click on the "Preregister" link here) is not required, but will save you writing time at the ride start, and helps the Leader by ensuring that your info is printed legibly.

BCP is thrilled to announce its annual MEMBERS’ TRAVELOGUE MEETING. ALL members are warmly welcome to attend this social gathering -- a presentation by several club members about their cycling tours & trips. We'll share photos and memories of bike trips, from around the USA and far corners of the world. Light refreshments will be served. If you have photos & stories of bike journeys you’d like to share with your cycling pals, please contact Linda McGrane ASAP, preferably by Friday, Jan. 10. If you can assemble your photos on a CD/DVD or flash drive and submit them in advance, this would be ideal. VENUE: Springside Chestnut Hill Academy, 500 West Willow Grove Ave, Philadelphia, PA, 19118 (Chestnut Hill). We will be meeting in the HABER ROOM, on the first floor of WISSAHICKON HALL on Willow Grove Avenue. Wissahickon Hall is the large, stately, gray stone building immediately across the street from the Philadelphia Cricket Club. Parking and public transit are available - please visit the home page of this website. The link for the Travelogue is on the right side, under "BCP Events".

Nice route that starts with some climbing through Huntingdon Valley to Warminster comm. park for a quick sprint down the old runway. Then a nice decent down into Tyler state park and climb back out continuing through Newtown, Core creek park and Langhorne for coffee/lunch stop at mile 30. Return back is mostly flat through Hulmeville, Bensalem and NE Philly. Quick stop at Tanners Dairy at ~15miles if needed. No one dropped and will regroup as necessary.

Every Sunday through March, we ride 17.5 miles to Henning's Market in Harleysville, then 17.5 miles back to Valley Forge. Plan is to be back in VF by noon.

Please join us on another beautiful hike in the Wissahickon Gorge of Fairmount Park. We'll be hiking mainly on trails with flat options. Well behaved leashed canine friends are welcome. Hiking boots or shoes are recommended. Optional lunch at a local eatery afterward. If you are parking on the Chestnut Hill side of the Inn, park in the upper lot and leave 5 minutes to walk to the start. The hike starts on time.

Entry level ride for those new to group riding or looking to improve fitness for higher-level rides. Safety and equipment instruction provided as needed. Helmet, tube for tire and water required. Snack recommended. Route will be in the Fairmount Park area, tailored based on the abilities of the group, and will regroup as needed. Adverse weather (precipitation, excessive cold) generally cancels, so check the website in advance.

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

Scenic loop from Bruno's to the impressive Bryn Athyn Cathedral & College on Huntingdon Pike. This is based on a Tom Madle route, which takes us from Chestnut Hill to Huntingdon Valley, via Flourtown, Jenkintown, Rockledge, & Glenside. Quick rest stop (INDOOR cafe) at mile 21. Terrain is rolling with a few steep climbs to keep us warmed up, but we will stop to regroup as needed. Total elevation is 2317 ft. No one dropped, but we will try to maintain at least 13mph, as advertised. Plan is to return to Bruno's before 5:00pm. Please bring lights, just in case we return just before dark.

Scenic, 30-ish mile loop, usually through Montgomery County or Lower Bucks, with a brief rest stop. Unless otherwise stated, this winter afternoon ride will meet at Bruno's Diner (finishing point for many of the Sunday morning Wissahickon hikes). Even if you don't join the hike in the morning, you are welcome to cycle with us on this ride! We will stop to regroup if needed, but try as much as possible to maintain 13-15mph, due to short daylight. Plan is to return before 5:00pm. Please bring lights, just in case we return in the nick of time. Please ensure that your bike is ready before start time, so that we can leave promptly. Specific details will be posted for each Sunday's Route. Scheduled for EVERY Sunday throughout the winter (for the duration of the hiking season), weather permitting, EXCEPT Feb. 23. (Leader will be away cross-country skiing on 2/23). This ride will resume on March 2. If winter weather conditions are not conducive to cycling, this ride may be replaced by a snow activity.

Moderately paced ride for a quick warm up soup or pizza (no sit down lunch). If you are interested, please let me know if you are interested by noon on the 19th. If I need to cancel for any reason including weather, I'll do so by 8:30 on the morning of the ride. A less than enthusiastic response may be one reason for cancelling.

This weekly road ride travels on low-traffic roads in southwestern Montgomery and northeastern Chester counties. No one dropped. This is a far better and more interesting workout than a stationary bicycle in your basement or at the gym. Let's ride ! Cold weather does NOT cancel the ride.

The original Conshy Night Lights ride rolls again with a new start time and format. Come join us for brisk ride to the Art Museum and back to keep those riding legs you earned over the summer. Meet at 5:45 for a PROMPT 6:00 ROLLOUT! We will have two pace groups, B and C. Each pace will always re-group at Lloyd Hall, but a full potty stop is at ride leader's discretion. Headlight and taillight required. May be occasionally shifted to Wed depending on weather. Cancellations/changes posted no later than 5 pm. Thanks to Jen Weiss and Jacobs for use of the parking lot. Go before you arrive! Please do not use Marriott's facilities.

Leader is working in the morning. Hike/walk in the afternoon instead of cycle, due to the severe weather. Meet at Visitor Center of John Heinz Wildlife Refuge in Tinicum. There are several trails on the campus. The Refuge is in southwest Phila., near International Airport. Here is the website: http://www.fws.gov/refuge/john_heinz/

Come cycle each Saturday in January, a little bit farther and a little bit faster and become a little bit stronger and a little bit more confident cyclist. This Saturday's ride is to Betzwood rest area on the north side of Valley Forge National Park, 45 miles and the next Saturday's D ride is to Phoenixville, 55 miles on Feb 1. There two Saturdays in a row of D rides, each a little longer! Challenge yourself to do them all! You get extra merit because these rides are only cancelled if it is snowing or raining one hour before start time. So bundle up, and spin those legs to fire up the body heater!

Every Saturday through March we ride17.5 miles to the Kimberton Whole Food store in Kimberton for an indoor coffee break, then 17.5 miles back to Valley Forge. Plan is to be back in VF by noon.

New start time, 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 9:05AM.

Phila. area received several inches of fresh powder this week. On Saturday morning, Leader will be at starting point at 10am with both XC skis and snow shoes. Depending on how many show-lovers join us, and which type of equipment they bring, we can choose one sport or the other. From the HAWK WATCH point, Ft. Washington State Park has several nice trails to explore. Following our work-out, we can go for lunch or a snack -- there are plenty of nearby cafes on Bethlehem Pike in Flourtown.

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 Check the ride listing of the web site for additional information about the ride leader as it becomes available.

Pretty loop from Doylestown to the famous Ringoes Deli near East Amwell, NJ. Outbound via New Hope and Lambertville, returning via Sergeanstville, Bulls Island, and Carversville. Lunch stop at Ringoes is at mile 25. There are optional rest stops if needed at mile 16 (New Hope) and at mile 40 (Carversville). Total climbing is 3100 ft. We'll stop to regroup as needed. No one dropped, but we will try to maintain at least 13mph, as advertised. Scenic and pristine roads, especially on the Jersey side.

Every Sunday through March, we ride 17.5 miles to Henning's Market in Harleysville, then 17.5 miles back to Valley Forge. Plan is to be back in VF by noon.

Please join Lori, Suzie & I for a hike up and down the hills of Fairmount Park. We will hit some of the trails that have yet to be hiked this year. Maybe even see a deer or two back in the fields. Snow does not stop us. If deep enough we will trade our hike boats for X-country skies.

Entry level ride for those new to group riding or looking to improve fitness for higher-level rides. Safety and equipment instruction provided as needed. Helmet, tube for tire and water required. Snack recommended. Route will be in the Fairmount Park area, tailored based on the abilities of the group, and will regroup as needed. Adverse weather (precipitation, excessive cold) generally cancels, so check the website in advance.

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

Due to snowfall on Tuesday and Saturday, the roads will be snow-covered for a while. Plan B is to play in the snow. Leader will be at the starting point with cross-country skis and snowshoes. Depending on how many snow-lovers join us, and which equipment they bring, we can choose one sport or the other. We will meet at the Mill Road parking lot (Flourtown picnic area), near the Acme Shopping Center on Bethlehem Pike, and access the Green Ribbon Trail along the Wissahickon Creek. Please note: the rest rooms in this parking lot are closed for the winter. There are places nearby on Bethlehem Pike in Flourtown with restrooms (Dunkin' Donuts, Starbucks). The normally scheduled Sunday Afternoon (Post-Hike) Winter Ramble BIKE RIDE will resume as soon as weather and road conditions permit.

The original Conshy Night Lights ride rolls again with a new start time and format. Come join us for brisk ride to the Art Museum and back to keep those riding legs you earned over the summer. Meet at 5:45 for a PROMPT 6:00 ROLLOUT! We will have two pace groups, B and C. Each pace will always re-group at Lloyd Hall, but a full potty stop is at ride leader's discretion. Headlight and taillight required. May be occasionally shifted to Wed depending on weather. Cancellations/changes posted no later than 5 pm. Thanks to Jen Weiss and Jacobs for use of the parking lot. Go before you arrive! Please do not use Marriott's facilities.

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

This weekly road ride travels on low-traffic roads in southwestern Montgomery and northeastern Chester counties. No one dropped. This is a far better and more interesting workout than a stationary bicycle in your basement or at the gym. Let's ride ! Cold weather does NOT cancel the ride.

Leader is working on a research project in Bucks County in the morning. Afternoon Frolic will meet at Tyler State Park, 101 Swamp Rd, Newtown, PA. Large parking lot on the right side of Main Park Rd. Tyler has plenty of walking trails, as well as great views of the Neshaminy Creek. PLEASE NOTE: If we have clear & dry roads for cycling next week, the Friday Frolic for Feb. 7 will be a bike ride.