Ride Calendar

We will ride the 17.5 mile Valley Forge winter ride route to Hennings Market in Harleysville, then you will have the option of cycling an extra 18 mile loop through northern Montco back to Hennings or returning directly back to VF. Those riding the 35 route will not have a ride leader for the second half of the ride. If you do the 53 route, you will be back in VF ~2:00. The 35 route will be back in VF ~noon.

A bunch of Philly neighborhoods on the way up to lunch in Hollywood. Yup, look it up on the map, Hollywood. Down through Pennypack Park (for 8 miles you will not even know you are in the city), then another bunch of Philly neighborhoods back down to the Art Museum. Start URL: http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=6338332

COS is closed for Labor Day Holiday and we will not have evening rides. Enjoy your Labor Day holiday! See you next Monday

Bring yer bike and sense of adventure. Some days we'll ride familiar favorite routes, other days we'll scope out some new routes. Today we'll ride to the Italian Market in Skippack (or WAWA if the group wants a quicker stop). Will regroup as needed, but must be able to maintain the average pace. Will usually have a sit-down lunch stop. Check with ride leaders 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 for the return trip..

Ride thru the park towards Ambler. Depending on daylight available will either turn left at Stenton and pick up the bike path at Conshohocken or cross Stenton and continue for another 2 to 3miles No cue sheet. No rest stops

DEFERRED for Sept. 2. This ride will resume on Sept. 9. 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 (usually, the last Tuesday each month), this leader leads the "Ride to the Newsletter Mailing Party" instead.

We will ride on lightly travalled roads through the Mainline towards Valley Forge. We will increase the distance with additional daylight. No stops or cue sheets.

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

Meet at 5:30 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.

Gently paced, post-work evening ride to pedal away the stresses of the workday, 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 Giant Market. Please bring lights in case we return close to dark. Cue sheets will not be available. Please note: One Wednesday per month (usually the second Wednesday), Linda cannot lead this ride, due to the BCP Board meeting. Linda will try to arrange another leader for this ride on Board meeting nights.

Join us every Wednesday evening for beautiful rides on low traffic roads. The route lengths will increase as daylight increases. The rolling terrain of Chester County provides an excellent mid-week workout. No one is dropped, but please be prepared to average 13 mph on rolling terrain. Rest rooms and fresh water are available at the starting location.

PLEASE NOTE NEW 5:45 START. Time.A moderately hilly ride conquering 3 Main Line hills that regroups at the top of each climb. No riders doing the posted pace will be dropped. 50% chance of rain between 6:00 and 8:00 cancels the ride.

Meet at 5:30 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.

Gently paced, post-work evening ride to pedal away the stresses of the workday, 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, and/or, the Cross County Trail, which connects the Schuylkill with Plymouth Meeting . As riders get stronger, we can turn off the trails and explore some pretty roads in the area. Please bring lights in case we return close to dark. WATER ICE PARTY at 7:45pm when we return to the parking lot.

Enjoy some assorted flavors of Rita's Water Ice after your evening rides on or near the Schuylkill River Trail in Conshohocken. All riders are welcome to join us. We'll be meeting in the same parking lot where the Thursday night Multi-Level group rides convene, Ash St at the Schuylkill River.

Pretty route on rolling terrain from Glenside in eastern Montgomery County, to Springfield, Delaware County, passing through Chestnut Hill, Roxborough, and Manayunk. We'll cross the Schuylkill River on the Green Lane Bridge, then pick up the Cynwyd Heritage Trail into Bala Cynwyd. Heading into Delaware County, we can take a brief rest stop if needed at the Wawa in Havertown at mile 20. Sit-down lunch stop at Panera Bread in Springfield at mile 27. On the return, there is an optional Wawa stop in West Conshohocken at mile 44. We re-cross the Schuylkill on Fayette St. in Conshohocken. Total elevation is 3174 ft, but we will stop to regroup as needed. Please click on the map link below (ridewithgps.com) to view the route and the elevation profile. No one dropped, but we will try as much as possible to maintain 13mph, as advertised. Pre-registering for this ride is not mandatory, but it will save you writing time at the ride start, and helps the leader by ensuring that your contact info is printed legibly.

Two paces (Linda McG @ 13-15 mph and Howard Haber @ 16-17 mph) as we ride to the Bowers Park Chile Pepper Festival (http://www.pepperfestival.com/Welcome.html). Beautiful scenery along mostly low traffic roads. Rolling to hilly terrain. Challenging yet manageable climbing miles 27-34 followed by long and fast 3 mile descent prior to stop at Bowers Park. Another 3 miles of climbing after rest stop / lunch at the Festival before flattening out and returning to rollers for remainder of return. Optional rest stop at Turkey Hill at mile 20, longer rest stop at midway point for lunch and final (optional) stop at Wawa at mile 63. No one dropped / regroup as necessary but please be prepared to maintain the listed pace. IF INTERESTED IN CUE SHEET PLEASE E-MAIL RIDE LEADER.

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.

We are a friendly B ride that stops at traffic lights and does not drop riders who can ride the advertised pace. Our rolling speed on flat terrain is 18-20 mph. I'm planning a water stop, but no food stop this week.

We bike 11 miles on the Delaware and Lehigh rail trail to the Lehigh Gap Nature Center. After a brief tour and refill of our water bottles, we hike up to the Appalachian Trail, which ascends 1000 feet above. We retrace our route back to Lehighton. Trail surface is crushed stone. So, wide tire bikes recommended. Be sure to bring shoes for the hike. Water and snacks, also. Everyone is welcome to join this event. Overnight accommodations are available at the Canalside Guest House: http://www.canalside.org/ Please Contact proprietor Rod Mann directly at 610-377-5599. Many nice restaurants and activities including an excursion train ride in the quaint town of Jim Thorpe 4 miles away.

On this day before our club's century ride, let's warm up the legs with a leisure ride to Penn's Landing, the "Lakes" and back via the Gray's Ferry Ave Crescent and over to U of P athletic fields, finishing up under 30th St Train Station!

We'll keep a steady pace and effort but, as necessary, will wait to regroup. There will be some moderate hills to climb on the ride and in order for the average speed to be 13-14 mph we will sometime be going faster than 14 mph. We plan to leave at 9:00 and expect to back about Noon. No extended stop although may stop for water etc. Check the web site for up-to-date information.

Join us at BCP's Scenic Schuylkill Century for the best routes, food, SAG support and volunteers. 7:45 is the first of our staggered starts (for 100 milers, 8:00 for 66 milers, and 8:15 for 25 and 40 milers). For registration, info or to volunteer, please go to: http://phillybikeclub.org/SSC Cue Sheets will be available a few days before the 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

Off to Merrymead Farm which despite the mailing address is NOT located in Lansdale. Bring yer bike and sense of humor along for some safe and fun times on familiar and (mostly) low traffic roads. Will regroup as needed but must be able to maintain the average pace.

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 (usually, the last Tuesday each month), this leader leads the "Ride to the Newsletter Mailing Party" instead.

Gently paced, post-work evening ride to pedal away the stresses of the workday, 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 Giant Market. Please bring lights in case we return close to dark. Cue sheets will not be available. Please note: One Wednesday per month (usually the second Wednesday), Linda cannot lead this ride, due to the BCP Board meeting. Linda will try to arrange another leader for this ride on Board meeting nights.

Meet at 5:30 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.

Join us every Wednesday evening for beautiful rides on low traffic roads. The rolling terrain of Chester County provides an excellent mid-week workout. No one is dropped, but please be prepared to average 14 mph on rolling terrain. Rest rooms and fresh water are available at the starting location.

Meet at 5:30 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.

Gently paced, post-work evening ride to pedal away the stresses of the workday, 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, and/or, the Cross County Trail, which connects the Schuylkill with Plymouth Meeting . As riders get stronger, we can turn off the trails and explore some pretty roads in the area. Please bring lights in case we return close to dark.

PLEASE NOTE NEW 5:45 START TIME.A moderately hilly ride conquering 3 Main Line hills that regroups at the top of each climb. No riders doing the posted pace will be dropped. 50% chance of rain between 6:00 and 8:00 cancels the ride. Come join us after the ride as we celebrate the end of another wonderful summer riding season at a neighborhood pub.

Hilly but scenic loop from Valley Forge National Park through Chester County, to Ludwig's Corner for lunch. Outbound via Lionville and Eagle, return via Phoenixville. Wawa rest stop at mile 17. At mile 28 (Ludwig's Corner), we can enjoy a sit-down lunch (or a convenience store stop, depending on what the group would like). On the return, if an additional rest stop is needed, we can stop in Phoenixville at mile 44. Total climbing is 3242 feet. Please click on the route map link to view the course and the elevation profile. We will stop to regroup as needed, e.g., at the tops of climbs. Most of the climbing is in the first half of the ride. The final 12 miles are pretty flat. GENERIC DESCRIPTION: Enjoy 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, so that we can cycle through different regions. 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. 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.

We are a friendly B ride that stops at traffic lights and does not drop riders who can ride the advertised pace. Our rolling speed on flat terrain is 18-20 mph. Bring $ for bagels in Dolyestown.

When you are as sharp as a pistol, you cycle to Bristol! Come cycle a series of rides up the Delawear River this month, each one a litlle longer. This first one up the PA side to the farmers' market in the Northwest corner of the town. Next week will be to Burlingon, NJ, up the NJ side of the Delaware River. On the last Saturday we with combine the two by cycling up the PA side of the Delaware River to Trenton, NJ and down the NJ side over the Delaware Canal tow path to Boredontown, NJ and on down to the Ben Franklin Bridge back into Phila. Note the starting place of Penn Treaty Park. The last ride about 75 miles.

Cycling to the Northbrook Orchards Market in Wawaset, but with a different route. Some of the roads you may never have ridden. Two water stops, one food stop, and 3500' of climbing are incorporated on the route. Please note: We will be using a totally new ride start location. The start is in the Chester Valley Trail parking lot, located near the intersection of Devon Park Drive and Warner Rd in Wayne, PA. Entrance to the lot is off Warner Rd. Approx 40 min drive from center city.

We'll keep a steady pace and effort but, as necessary, will wait to regroup. There will be some moderate hills to climb on the ride and in order for the average speed to be 13-14 mph we will sometime be going faster than 14 mph. Bring money for lunch at Whole Foods. 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.

See a Pro Criterium race in Doylestown. This year there will be both a men's and women's race with some local riders in the field. We will ride up the 202 Parkway Trail, make a rest stop at WEIS Markets in Doylestown, then hang out at turn 5 of the course. From there, you can see a VERY fast turn 5 and the entire back straight of the course. The loop is just over a mile long, so the racers will pass by in just under 3 minutes per lap. The Doylestown Arts Festival is held on the same weekend in the downtown area. Big crowds, lots of stuff to see. Turn 5 has been the least crowded part of the course for the past 2 years, and an excellent place to see the race. I will shepherd the flock to the rest stop and turn 5. After that, those who want to leave early please let me know that you are no longer on the ride. Start location is Upper Dublin High School beside the baseball fields. To arrive on time for the start, THE RIDE LEAVES AT 8:15 AM. GET UP EARLY. START LOCATION: http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=6380699 RACE INFO: http://buckscountyclassic.com/

Cycling to Terhune Orchards Apple Day festivities at mile 50, but will first head to Flemington NJ for lunch (or a convenience store stop) at around mile 25. Scenic and mostly low traffic route with a little bit of everything from hilly sections to rolling to flat with a few climbs thrown in for good measure but nothing major and around 2800' of climbing.

Our 22nd yr. The AAH sign is posted at the entrance to the lot. This joint BCP/BBC 2.5 mi 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 remains behind to watch the bikes. Light snacks amd beverages will be available.We need your participation - RSVP. Leaders: Kelly Rainville, , H 484-212-3074, CL 610-680-6691 and Arnie CL day of ride 215-764-7990. Note the next scheduled AAH is 11/9.

We will meet at the Azalea Garden at Noon and take a ride that explores some Philadelphia neighborhoods and Fairmount Park. Please remember to wear your helmet, bring some water and a snack.

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

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

NOTE:We will be starting at 9:30. Bring yer bike and sense of adventure. Today we'll ride to either Doylestown for bagels (44 mi.) or just short of Doylestown - the DelVal Farm Market (40 mi.). Will regroup as needed, but must be able to maintain the average pace. Cue sheets will not be available.

CANCELLED. 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 (usually, the last Tuesday each month), this leader leads the "Ride to the Newsletter Mailing Party" instead.

Meet at 5:30 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.

Join us every Wednesday evening for beautiful rides on low traffic roads. The rolling terrain of Chester County provides an excellent mid-week workout. No one is dropped, but please be prepared to average 14 mph on rolling terrain. Rest rooms and fresh water are available at the starting location.

Meet at 5:30 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.

Pretty loop through eastern Montgomery County and Bucks County, to historic Yardley for lunch. Ride past peaceful meadows and parks along the way. We will have a choice of eateries in Yardley at the mid-way point. Rolling terrain with some brisk climbs, but nothing too severe -- total elevation gain is a pretty mild 2645 ft. Please click on the Route Map link below to view the route and the elevation profile. We will stop to regroup as needed. No one dropped, but we will try to maintain at least 13mph, as advertised. SHORT-CUT OPTION (43 miles): The outbound and return segments of this route overlap at Meetinghouse and Moreland Rds in Horsham. If you would like to do a shorter loop, leaving from and returning to Keith Valley Middle School on Meetinghouse Rd just south of Moreland, you will shave off ~12-13 miles. Our group should get to KVMS by 10:00. Please contact the Leader if you plan to join us at KVMS.

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.

Assemble at 7:50. We willl leave at 8:00 SHARP! Ride through Belmont, Wynwood, Bryn Mawr, Gladwyn, Villanova, Devon,Conshohocken, Manayunk, etc. Many hills, including three relatively long ones, but no killers. One quick comfort stop at mile 26 or so in Devon,, and long coffee stop in Manyunk at mile 40 or so. (it's all about the coffee.) Riders doing advertised pace (which is what our computers read as 'average" at the finish) will not be dropped.

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.

Two paces: Frank Hogeland to lead the 14-15 group and Howard Haber to lead the 16-17 group. Time for the annual ride to visit the cyclist-friendly folks at Tomato's Deli ( https://www.facebook.com/TamatosDeli ) in Macungie. Ride along pretty, low-traffic roads as we enjoy what's shaping up to be a beautiful, sunny day. We'll head out along the southern end of Green Lane Reservoir, hit some of the roads we enjoyed during this year's Quad, get as far north as Zionsville just south of Emmaus before winding our way back to Montgomery County. RWGPS gives the route 3,800 ft of vertical. Terrain is flat to rolling with a few climbs as we make our way through all that farmland. Nothing crazy and we'll regroup as necessary. No one will be dropped as long as you can ride the advertised average pace. Please consider pre-registration on the BCP site or RSVP'ing on SCU's Meetup. The ride "closes" at 8pm on Fri. If no pre-registrants at that time I will likely cancel the ride. Go to RWGPS for the online route map. Please note the RWGPS link shows the ride leaving from Whites Road Park. This ride does NOT leave from WRP - it leaves from The Pavillion shopping center at the corner of Whites/Broad in Lansdale. IF INTERESTED IN A CUE SHEET PLEASE E-MAIL ME AND I'LL SEND ONE BACK TO YOU.

Some hills, regroup as needed. No one dropped but riders should be able to maintain the average speed. Rest stop and bathroom breaks. Bring snacks and something to drink. Rain cancels as does hail, lightning and winds over 20 mph. Elliot Titcher 215-740-1149

We are a friendly B ride that stops at traffic lights and does not drop riders who can ride the advertised pace. Our rolling speed on flat terrain is 18-20 mph. Overall pace will be dictated by group. We will ride familiar roads to West Point with detour to Skippack. Bring $ for a snack at mile 38-39.

Second in series of cycling up the Delaware River, this week up the NJ side to Burlington City. There is a great donut shop on the way and a wonderful NJ dinner for lunch. We will be cycling close to the river a good ways. We will take the Tacony-Palmyra Bridge back into Philly, walking our bikes across the span.

Slight change in our route....we were going to ride under the Frankford El, but I just learned that the Philadelphia Navy Yard will be open to the public this Saturday (it is normally closed on Saturdays), so we are going to the Navy Yard! You will enjoy this ride! (We will do the "ride under the El in October.) The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society Fall Festival will be taking place at the Navy Yard on Saturday. So whether you are into gardening, battleships or Victorian architecture, this ride will have something of interest for you! There will be food trucks, vendors and lots of interesting things to see. We will ride to the Navy Yard via Delaware Avenue and will stop at Pier 53 - a newly renovated pier park on the river. Pier 53 was the pier on which most early 20th century immigrants entering the country via Philadelphia arrived. The pier was abandoned for years and was just transformed into a park - complete with a boardwalk and observation platform (a work of art called the Land Buoy). Once inside the Navy Yard we will ride around the facility looking at the Victorian architecture, admiral's houses, machine shops, dry docks (did you ever see a dry dock up close?) and mothballed ships. Then we can stop at the Fall Festival and get a bite to eat and check out flowers. You have the option of either starting at my house (39 Lanfair Rd, Cheltenham) from which we will leave at 7:30, or starting at the formal entrance to the Azalea Garden behind the Art Museum from which we will leave at 9:00. The ride will be 45 miles if you leave from my house or 25 miles if you start at the Azalea Garden. We will be back at the Azalea Garden no later than 1:00 and back at my house by 2:00. This is a "C" pace ride (13 mph). No cue sheets. If you are driving to Art Museum, note that there is a big 5k race that starts in front of the Art Museum at 8:00, so you will not be able to find a parking spot near the museum. Your best bet is to either start from my house, or park on Midvale Avenue in East Falls, or park in the public lot on Kelly Drive in East Falls located underneath the twin bridges (Route 1). It's a scenic 4-mile ride along Kelly Drive from East Falls to the Azalea Garden.

Ride heads to Valley Forge with a rest stop at Wegman's in K of P. The ride involves a steady climb out to Valley Forge but nothing terribly long or extreme. The return is flatter with possibly one challenging climb thrown in. We wait and regroup at the top of hills. Bring money for lunch. 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. In order to maintain the advertised pace we will be going faster than 15mph on flat terrain.

If you're out late on Friday night this is the ride for you! We'll leave later than normal, at 10am, on a ride to see the horse, sheep and minature donkey farms in Willistown, Chester County. Short 15 minute food stop at mile 30 at WAWA. Ride returns to Flourtown by about 1:30-2pm. Rain cancels the ride Ride leader: Tom Madle ; 215-233-2578

A relaxed paced C ride through East Montco, mostly rolling terrain with at least one long climb and descent. We will happily regroup at the top of hills. Food stop at 19 miles, either pizza or a WAWA. This is a somewhat challenging (hilly) ride for the pace.

Introductory ride for those new to riding or looking to improve riding skills and fitness for the C rides. Ride will be in the Fairmount Park area, will regroup as needed and be tailored to the abilities of those participating. You will need a helmet, water, and a tube for your tire. A snack is strongly recommended, as we may not stop for food. Safety and equipment instruction provided as needed. Rain at the start cancels.

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

We'll ride till just after sunset from the Flourtown Shopping Center. Meet in the rear parking lot, by the Giant food Market. Rain cancels the 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. Some days we'll ride familiar favorite routes, other days we'll scope out some new routes. Today we'll ride a bit beyond West Point, and loop back to the Norristown Farm Park and then the SRT. Will regroup as needed, but must be able to maintain the average pace. Quick pit stop at Fischers Park and a quick bite to eat later at the Outbound Station off the SRT. Check with ride leaders if forecast is iffy. Cue sheets will not be available.

Meet at 5:30 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.

Join us every Wednesday evening for beautiful rides on low traffic roads. The rolling terrain of Chester County provides an excellent mid-week workout. No one is dropped, but please be prepared to average 14 mph on rolling terrain. Rest rooms and fresh water are available at the starting location.

JOIN US AT THE GREAT AMERICAN PUB IN CONSHY AT 6:15 FOR A LAST NITE OF THE SEASON GET-TOGETHER. Meet at 5:30 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.

Hilly but lovely and scenic loop through Chester County, crossing French Creek on peaceful roads. Convenience store quick stop at mile 23, then at mile 33, a sit-down lunch stop at the bakery/cafe in St. Peter's, which overlooks the Creek. On the return, there is a convenience store at mile 50, if another quick stop is needed. Elevation gain is 4928 ft. We will stop to regroup after climbs, as needed. (For the 52-mile option: On the return trip, there is a self-guided short-cut which will shave off about 4.5 miles.)

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.

Assemble at 8:00. We willl leave at 8:10 SHARP! Ride through East Falls, Mount Airy, Chestnut Hill, Wyndmor, Fort Washington, Upper Dublin, Oreland, Whitemarsh, Ambler, and Manyunk. Many hills, but no killers. One quick comfort stop at mile 24, and long coffee stop in Manyunk at mile 40 or so. (it's all about the coffee.) Riders doing advertised pace (which is what our computers should read as "average" at the finish) will not be dropped. Partial cue sheet showing turns, but not milage. Though not required, please preregister. It saves time and improves substantially my ability to read your emergency information.

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.

Ride is canceled this week. We are a friendly B ride that stops at traffic lights and does not drop riders who can ride the advertised pace. Our rolling speed on flat terrain is 18-20 mph. Bring $ for a snack near the midpoint.

There is a portion of the Delaware Raritan Canal that ran South of Trenton to Boredontown, NJ. We will cycle that portion after coming up the PA side of the Delaware River to Trenton. The trial is packed cinders and dirt. Continuing from there down the NJ side of the Delaware river and crossing back into Philly by the Ben Franklin Bridge. This is the final in a series of cycling alone the Delaware River.

We'll keep a steady pace and effort but, as necessary, will wait to regroup. There will be some moderate hills to climb on the ride and in order for the average speed to be 13 mph we will sometime be going faster than 13 mph. Bring money for lunch at Whole Foods. 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.

This ride is a tour of Philadelphia that you won't see from the duck boats or tour buses - a meandering ride through a section of the city not often explored. We will be riding under the Frankford El from Front and Girard up to Bridge Street. Along the way we will stop at some unique and fascinating places - a potpourri of Philadelphia history from the late 1600's to the present. We will leave from the Azalea Garden behind the Art Museum at 9:00 and return by about 1:00. We will stop for a coffee/snack/rest room break midway through the ride at a coffee shop in Frankford. This is a "C" pace ride (13 mph) but it is a challenging ride and is not for the faint-of-heart. You must be comfortable riding on city streets. Make sure your bike is in good mechanical condition as we will not be riding through the nicest part of town. Bring two spare tubes. If you have a flashing rear light - bring it. HELMET REQUIRED! If you are driving to Art Museum, note that there is a 2-hour limit on parking in the lot behind the museum. Your best bet is to park on Sedgley Drive (the road that intersects Kelly Drive at Lloyd Hall) or on Midvale Avenue in East Falls or in the public lot on Kelly Drive in East Falls located underneath the twin bridges (Route 1). It's a scenic 4-mile ride along Kelly Drive from East Falls to the Azalea Garden.

Join me for a ride up to Chestnut Hill via Midvale Ave. I plan to get some snacks at Weavers Way co-op on Carpenter Lane and eat them at Carpenters Woods (http://www.focw.org/directions/#location) before we return to Center City. It's a bit of a climb to the "Hill" but a downhill run on the way home. Leader:Owen Sindler 2159903207

Flat ride to the Outbound Cafe, and back. Safety and equipment instruction provided as needed. Helmet, tube for tire and water required. Snack stop along the way. We will regroup as needed. Adverse weather (precipitation) 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.

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. This is the last Monday COS ride of the season. Please Email or call Tom Madle if you plan to attend the post-ride dinner at the Great American Pub in Wayne at 7:15. In the event of rain the rides will be cancelled but the dinner will still take place at 6:30 instead of 7:15 or call 215-233-2578 to

Bring yer bike and sense of adventure. Today we'll head to Hennings Market in Harleysville. Lots of nice low traffic country roads. Some hills, but no mountains. Will regroup as needed, but must be able to maintain the average pace. Will usually have a sit-down lunch stop. Check with ride leaders if forecast is iffy.

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