Ride Calendar

GENERIC DESCRIPTION: 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.

This is BCP's annual 3-day weekend tour package in the Susquehanna Valley of PA. We stay in Danville, PA, between the charming college towns of Lewisburg and Bloomsburg. Complete details are on the right-hand side of BCP's website home page. This tour package includes hotel, meals, rides, parties, cue sheets, snacks, and more. Here is the direct link: http://phillybikeclub.org/newbcp/events/SpringFling2015/springfling2015.pdf Preregistration and payment are required. Please contact the Leader for more information.

Our first ride of Spring Weekend. Short distance will allow us plenty of time to get back to the hotel for the evenings activities.Only 1600' of elevation gain, so not too strenuous. No food stop.One water break about half way thru route.

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 8:30 AM.

Did you know that there is a back road that goes around the back of Philadelphia International Airport? This route will take us past Bartrum"s Gardens and Fort Mifflin. Once around back of the airport, we will return over Bartrum Ave and Passyunk Ave passing the most scenic auto junk yards on the right and the Auto Mall on the left. We will take the side walk over the Passyunk Bridge and up 22nd St . Rain one hour prior to start cancels.

This is BCP's annual 3-day weekend tour package in the Susquehanna Valley of PA. We stay in Danville, PA, between the charming college towns of Lewisburg and Bloomsburg. Complete details are on the right-hand side of BCP's website home page. This tour package includes hotel, meals, rides, parties, cue sheets, snacks, and more. Here is the direct link: http://phillybikeclub.org/newbcp/events/SpringFling2015/springfling2015.pdf Preregistration and payment are required. Please contact the Leader for more information.

We will go to West Point for Pizza using familiar routes. Bring $ for a food stop at about the halfway point. No one will be dropped, but please be prepared to ride at the advertised pace. Wet roads or a 50% chance of rain cancels ride.

Ride to Doylestown for lunch over lightly trafficed back roads. A few short hills but nothing excruciating.Rain cancels ride. We'll be back in Flourtown by 2pm.

This is BCP's annual 3-day weekend tour package in the Susquehanna Valley of PA. We stay in Danville, PA, between the charming college towns of Lewisburg and Bloomsburg. Complete details are on the right-hand side of BCP's website home page. This tour package includes hotel, meals, rides, parties, cue sheets, snacks, and more. Here is the direct link: http://phillybikeclub.org/newbcp/events/SpringFling2015/springfling2015.pdf Preregistration and payment are required. Please contact the Leader for more information.

Rolling to hilly route through scenic Chester and Berks Counties, crossing the Schuylkill River to Pottstown our way to the Sly Fox Festival & Goat Race at mile 43. Quick rest stop at St. Peters Bakery (mile 19). Total elevation gain of ~4400 feet, will stop to regroup as needed. No one dropped, but will try to maintain around 15mph average, as advertised

Ride in and around Fairmount Park area 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) cancels, so check the website in advance.

A true C ride, which cheerfully waits to regroup. Usually 25-35 miles, usually with a lunch or snack stop. Meet at the Italian Fountain, near the parking garage sign.

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

Gently paced, post-work evening ride to pedal away the day's stresses at a relaxed pace, suited for novice riders, newcomers to the area, and/or anyone seeking a low-intensity recovery ride. We'll find some quiet roads to explore in the nearby neighborhoods. We'll be meeting in the parking lot across from the high school. Please bring lights in case we are delayed on our return.

Bring yer bike and sense of adventure.posted pace. Today we'll ride towards Peace Valley (quick bathroom break at Tabora's) before looping around to West Point (stopping for pizza). Mostly flat to rolling, other than two hills approaching Peace Valley (one short and moderately steep, one long but not steep). Very scenic ride on mostly low-trafficked roads. Will regroup as needed (particularly at the top of hills), but please be prepared to ride the advertised pace. Check day of the ride if weather is iffy (rain cancels).

The weekly 13-15 mph ride every Tuesday evening at 6pm. The early season will see a flatter more moderate pace that will increase in challange as the season progresses. No one dropped, everyone happy. Distance varies with the sunlight. Meet behind the school near the bus depot. The ride always leaves right on time.

Starts at the Bulldog. Ride north thru the park,cross Germantown Ave to Stenton Rd. We take the bike trail from Coonshocken home. No rest stops. No B rider will be dropped. Length of ride is determined by how much day light we have.

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), there is no Delightful, Delicious D ride - this leader leads the "Ride to the Monthly Newsletter Mailing Party" instead, from Glenside Library to Center City.

Meet at 5:45 for a prompt start. We offer 4-5 paces on a variety of routes on relatively lightly traveled roads in eastern Montgomery County and northwestern Philadelphia. Distance varies depending on the pace of the ride and available daylight (please bring a rear light for use at dusk, and preferably a front light too). Will regroup as needed. Check the monthly calendar for possible changes or cancellations (rain cancels), and if a certain pace is not available.

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. Pedal away the day's stresses at a relaxed pace. We'll be meeting in the same parking lot as the "Multi-Paced Rides" listed above. We'll meet in the rear of the parking lot, near the 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.

Three different paces on low-traffic roads in scenic Chester County. Come out and join us for our weekly rides. No one dropped, regroup as necessary.

The weekly 13-15 mph ride every Thursday evening at 6pm. The early season will see a flatter more moderate pace that will increase in challange as the season progresses. No one dropped, everyone happy. Distance varies with the sunlight. Meet behind the school near the bus depot. The ride always leaves right on time.

Meet at 5:45 for a prompt start. Note that there aren't any bathroom facilities. We offer 2 paces on a variety of routes on relatively lightly traveled roads. Most will have some hills. Distance will vary with the pace and available daylight. Please bring a rear light for use at dusk, and preferably a front light too. Will regroup as needed, but please be prepared to maintain the ride's advertised pace. Check day of the ride for possible changes or cancellations (rain cancels), and if a certain pace is not available.

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. Pedal away the stresses of the workday 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, 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.

A moderately hilly ride conquering anywhere from 3 to 5 Main Line hills that regroups at the top of each climb. As the days lengthen, so does the ride and we should be nearing 30 miles by July. No riders maintaining the listed pace will be dropped. 50% chance of rain between 6:00 and 8:00 cancels the ride. Head and taillights are helpful as we will be returning around dusk.

For May 8: Pretty route from Upper Dublin High School (Ft. Washington) to charming Carversville in Bucks County. Outbound via Spring House, Warrington, & Doylestown. Return via Lahaska, Horsham, & Maple Glen. Rolling terrain with a few brisk climgs, but nothing too steep. Total elevation gain is 2366 feet. Quick rest stop (bathroom break) at mile 16 at Doylestown Central Park, then a lunch stop at Carversville General Store at mile 27. On the return, we have an optional Wawa stop at mile 46. We will stop to regroup as needed. No one dropped, but we will try to maintain at 13mph, as advertised. Plan is to return by ~3:00pm. MINI-TAILGATE PARTY: Leader will bring assorted snacks and soft drinks for post-ride merriment. 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 8:30 AM.

A friendly ride that regroups as necessary for riders capable of keeping the advertised pace. We will average 14-15 MPH over the entire ride (faster on flats, slower on hills, this is why it is called an average) and there will be approximately 1800' of climbing. Bring some cash for a lunch stop. Pre-registration is preferred. PLEASE CHECK POSTING FOR CANCELLATION, WHICH CAN OCCUR UP TO 2 HOURS BEFORE RIDE IS SCHEDULED TO DEPART DUE TO WET ROADS OR OVER 30% CHANCE OF RAIN DURING RIDE.

I will be leading a class of cyclists who are new to group riding. The route will travel to Phoenixville where we visit the Farmers Market www.phoenixvillefarmersmarket.org/ and the Schuylkill River Heritage Center www.phoenixvillefoundry.org/ There will be a short session of parking lot maneuvering drills at the beginning of the ride. All are invited to join us as we introduce solo riders to bicycling with a group. One of life's more enjoyable activities, when done right. Route will be on paved trails and roads.

For those seeking a full metric. We will ride the seven miles from Eagleville Park to Fischer's Park, rendezvous with the Mother's Day riders, ride the 49 mile route to Q'town back to Fischer's as one group, then ride the seven miles back to Eagleville Park. Address of Eagleville Park: 100 Parklane Drive, Norristown, PA 19403

We will traverse central Montgomery County, PA on our way to the Wawa near the Quakertown exit of the PA-Tpk, then, avoiding the steep climbs near Green Lane Park, we return to Fischer's via Upper Salford Park. ~3200' elevation gain, so, not too strenuous. One food stop & one quick water break.

Ride in and around Fairmount Park area 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) cancels, so check the website in advance.

A true C ride, which cheerfully waits to regroup. Usually 25-35 miles, usually with a lunch or snack stop. Meet at the Italian Fountain, near the parking garage sign.

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

Gently paced, post-work evening ride to pedal away the day's stresses at a relaxed pace, suited for novice riders, newcomers to the area, and/or anyone seeking a low-intensity recovery ride. We'll find some quiet roads to explore in the nearby neighborhoods. We'll be meeting in the parking lot across from the high school. Please bring lights in case we are delayed on our return.

Bring yer bike and sense of adventure. Today we'll ride to Schwenksville. Expect rolling terrain with a few not too difficult hills, scenic, low trafficked roads (much of it very rural) and great company. Will regroup as needed, but must be able to maintain the listed pace. Check early day of the ride if weather is iffy (rain cancels).

The weekly 13-15 mph ride every Tuesday evening at 6pm. The early season will see a flatter more moderate pace that will increase in challange as the season progresses. No one dropped, everyone happy. Distance varies with the sunlight. Meet behind the school near the bus depot. The ride always leaves right on time.

Starts at the Bulldog. Ride north thru the park,cross Germantown Ave to Stenton Rd. We take the bike trail from Coonshocken home. No rest stops. No B rider will be dropped. Length of ride is determined by how much day light we have.

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), there is no Delightful, Delicious D ride - this leader leads the "Ride to the Monthly Newsletter Mailing Party" instead, from Glenside Library to Center City.

Meet at 5:45 for a prompt start. We offer 4-5 paces on a variety of routes on relatively lightly traveled roads in eastern Montgomery County and northwestern Philadelphia. Distance varies depending on the pace of the ride and available daylight (please bring a rear light for use at dusk, and preferably a front light too). Will regroup as needed. Check the monthly calendar for possible changes or cancellations (rain cancels), and if a certain pace is not available.

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. Pedal away the day's stresses at a relaxed pace. We'll be meeting in the same parking lot as the "Multi-Paced Rides" listed above. We'll meet in the rear of the parking lot, near the 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.

Three different paces on low-traffic roads in scenic Chester County. Come out and join us for our weekly rides. No one dropped, regroup as necessary.

The weekly 13-15 mph ride every Thursday evening at 6pm. The early season will see a flatter more moderate pace that will increase in challange as the season progresses. No one dropped, everyone happy. Distance varies with the sunlight. Meet behind the school near the bus depot. The ride always leaves right on time.

Meet at 5:45 for a prompt start. Note that there aren't any bathroom facilities. We offer 2 paces on a variety of routes on relatively lightly traveled roads. Most will have some hills. Distance will vary with the pace and available daylight. Please bring a rear light for use at dusk, and preferably a front light too. Will regroup as needed, but please be prepared to maintain the ride's advertised pace. Check day of the ride for possible changes or cancellations (rain cancels), and if a certain pace is not available.

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. Pedal away the stresses of the workday 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, 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.

A moderately hilly ride conquering anywhere from 3 to 5 Main Line hills that regroups at the top of each climb. As the days lengthen, so does the ride and we should be nearing 30 miles by July. No riders maintaining the listed pace will be dropped. 50% chance of rain between 6:00 and 8:00 cancels the ride. Head and taillights are helpful as we will be returning around dusk.

For 5/15: Lovely route from Wayne through Chester County and the southwestern part of Delaware County,close to the Delaware state line. Cycle across the campus of Cabrini College, cross some peaceful creeks and ride past serene landscapes and pretty countryside. We'll also pass Cheyney University. Total elevation gain 3500 ft of climbing. We will stop to regroup as needed. No one dropped, but we will try to maintain 13mph average, as advertised. Convenience store quick stop at mile 17. Indoor, sit-down lunch stop at mile 32 at the large and popular Whole Foods Market in Glen Mills. On the return, we have an optional Wawa rest stop if needed at mile 42. 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, 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. 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.

This challenging, but invigorating and scenic adventure ride is based on popular routes used by BCP Dave, the Central Bucks Bike Club, the Princeton Freewheelers, and the 2012 Ride of Dreams for Neighborhood Bike Works. Cycle on some very pretty roads (mostly quiet & peaceful, too) in Hunterdon and Warren Counties. From Frenchtown, cycle along the Nishisakawick Creek and the Raritan River** (**2-mile stretch along the river with hard-packed fine gravel - bike-able). Cycle past Sky Manor Airport and Spruce Run Reservoir. Formidable amount of climbing, most (but not all) in the first half of the ride. Total elevation gain is 4300 feet. Please click on the map link to view the elevation profile. The first rest stop is at mile 26, before climbing farther north into Warren County. Sit-down lunch stop at mile 46. The return (southbound) route will be less challenging. Optional convenience store stop on the return at mile 62, in the town of Alpha. In addition to quaint small towns, you’ll see wide-open green countryside. Please bring plenty of fluids, energy snacks, and sunblock. We will stop to regroup as needed, e.g., at major turns, tops of climbs. Bringing a CUE SHEET CLIP is highly recommended, in order to keep your cue sheet handy. (Please contact the Leader for info on where to get a cue sheet clip.) No one dropped, but we will try to maintain the advertised pace. This ride will leave promptly, so please arrive at least 15 mins early. Rain cancels. An update will be posted in the event of questionable weather. The scenery on this ride is breathtaking – well worth the early wake-up call and the drive. TWO PACES: Dan will lead the 15 mph group, and Linda will lead the 13-14 group.

CVT on the way out. Scenic route with many back roads. A few hills. The pace will be moderate. No need to sprint up a hill, but you should have the fitness to recover at the top. If you have only done 30 miles this season, do not try this ride. Meet at 8:15 for an 8:30 start. VFNHP visitor center lower parking lot: http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=6331157

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 8:30 AM.

We'll ride from Flourtown to New Hope and have lunch in New Hope overlooking the Delaware river. Rolling hills. Rain or threat of severe weather cancels ride.

A friendly ride that regroups as necessary. Today's ride is to Wegman's in KOP. This will be an extended route of April's ride, adding 2 additional hills. Total climbing will be about 3000'. The outbound route involves a steady ascent but nothing long or extreme. Overall average speed should be around 13.5-14.5mph, and we'll maintain a speed of 15mph+ on flat windless terrain. Bring $ for a food stop at about the halfway point. No one will be dropped, but please be prepared to ride at the advertised pace. Wet roads or a 50% chance of rain cancels ride. PLEASE CHECK POSTING FOR CANCELLATION, WHICH CAN OCCUR UP TO 2 HOURS BEFORE RIDE IS SCHEDULED TO DEPART. Cue sheets will be available. SCHEDULED TO DEPART.

We'll ride from Flourtown at 9am (62 mile loop) and pick up addition riders at Upper Dublin H.S at 9:30am (56 mile loop from Upper Dublin) then head to New Hope and have lunch in New Hope overlooking the Delaware river. Rolling hills. Rain or threat of severe weather cancels ride. Ride leaves Flourtown at 9am and Upper Dublin H.S. at 9:30am

I will be leading a class of cyclists who are new to group riding. The route will travel to Exton Park via the CVT and return. Sit down food/rest stop at Wegman’s Malvern on the trail. All are invited to join us as we introduce solo riders to bicycling with a group. One of life's more enjoyable activities when done right. Route will be on a paved trail.

68.5 miles with cutoff available at 52 miles. 13.5-14.5 mph. Join Elliot and Lisa as we celebrate our birthdays with a ride to the Point Pleasant (Lumberville is closed for renovations) General Store (rest stop) on River Road. Some hills, a few steep ones, regroup as needed. Riders need to be able to keep the average pace meaning we will go faster on the flat areas and slower on the hills. Bring plenty to drink and an on bike snack as it may be warm. Rain and hail cancel. Cue sheets will be provided. Elliot Titcher 215-740-1149.

This mostly flat ride along the Delaware Bay is based on a route byTom Hammell of the Princeton Freewheelers, and author of the book “Road Biking in New Jersey”, as well as roads used by BCP Dave and the Jersey Shore Cycle Club. Cycle through quaint small towns in Cumberland County, NJ, across placid lakes, rivers and ponds, past beaches and a wildlife refuge filled with waterfowl, and the East Point Lighthouse. Pass the tranquil Lake Nummy in Belleplain State Forest. Total elevation gain is only 574 feet. In lieu of hills, we should expect headwinds. We will have long continuous stretches without slowing or stopping. We have Wawa rest stops at mile 20 and mile 43, as well as a sit-down lunch stop at mile 61. Please bring plenty of fluids, energy snacks, and sunblock. Bringing a CUE SHEET CLIP is highly recommended, in order to keep your cue sheet handy. (Please contact the Leader for info on where to get a cue sheet clip.) Please email the Leader for directions to the starting point by Saturday evening. An update will be posted Saturday evening, if the weather is questionable. This ride will depart promptly, so please arrive at least 15 mins early.

This is the third year for this ride to honor Bill Cotton, a good friend and riding buddy. Bill liked diners. He especially enjoyed stopping at the Queen City Diner in West Reading, where we will stop for a sit down lunch. The route travels the Thun Trail section of the SRT. It's very wooded and scenic. Large railroad bridges, built in 1918, provide impressive views of the Schuylkill. The route can be enjoyed by all. Trail surface: crushed stone, some sections are paved. 28mm+ tires would be best. The plan is to ride as a group. Optional rest stop, half way, in Birdsboro. Bring a lock, water and money. Leader: Steve Trobovic, , 610-687-9229

A gentle ride through Fairmount Park and beyond depending on the group assembled. There might be a fun ride up a hill or two. Regrouping at the top of hills. No one dropped. Bring helmet, water, spare tube, $ for rest stop about 1/2 way.

A true C ride, which cheerfully waits to regroup. Usually 25-35 miles, usually with a lunch or snack stop. Meet at the Italian Fountain, near the parking garage sign.

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

Scheduled for most Monday evenings throughout the summer. 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. Pedal away the stresses of the work day, at a relaxed pace.n We'll cycle on peaceful roads in Eastern Montgomery County. We'll be meeting in the small parking lot next to the ball field, and across the street from the high school. Please bring lights in case we are delayed on our return. Occasionally, this Monday night ride from UDHS may be cancelled, if there is a special Tailgate event at the COS ride in Wayne on the same date.

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 Doylestown/Warrington/Furlong area with a pizza stop. Mostly rolling terrain, with a few hills thrown in. Will regroup as needed, but must be able to maintain the posted pace. Check day of the ride for possible delayed start time (up to 11:00) since the weather is iffy (rain cancels). Will likely shorten the route a few miles if starting later.

The weekly 13-15 mph ride every Tuesday evening at 6pm. The early season will see a flatter more moderate pace that will increase in challange as the season progresses. No one dropped, everyone happy. Distance varies with the sunlight. Meet behind the school near the bus depot. The ride always leaves right on time.

Starts at the Bulldog. Ride north thru the park,cross Germantown Ave to Stenton Rd. We take the bike trail from Coonshocken home. No rest stops. No B rider will be dropped. Length of ride is determined by how much day light we have.

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), there is no Delightful, Delicious D ride - this leader leads the "Ride to the Monthly Newsletter Mailing Party" instead, from Glenside Library to Center City.

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.

Ride to the Philadelphia Art Museum to join the Ride of Silence. Moderately paced ride. Bring helmets, extra tube, water, front and rear lights for return trip. You have the option of returning to the start by Septa Regional Train. You may need money if parking at the start.

Meet at 5:45 for a prompt start. (NOTE: no B-/14-15 mph pace tonight - riding to The Ride of Silence instead - see separate listing). We offer numerous on a variety of routes on relatively lightly traveled roads in eastern Montgomery County and northwestern Philadelphia. Distance varies depending on the pace of the ride and available daylight (please bring a rear light for use at dusk, and preferably a front light too). Will regroup as needed. Check the monthly calendar for possible changes or cancellations (rain cancels), and if a certain pace is not available.

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. Pedal away the day's stresses at a relaxed pace. We'll be meeting in the same parking lot as the "Multi-Paced Rides" listed above. We'll meet in the rear of the parking lot, near the 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.

Three different paces on low-traffic roads in scenic Chester County. Come out and join us for our weekly rides. No one dropped, regroup as necessary.

The weekly 13-15 mph ride every Thursday evening at 6pm. The early season will see a flatter more moderate pace that will increase in challange as the season progresses. No one dropped, everyone happy. Distance varies with the sunlight. Meet behind the school near the bus depot. The ride always leaves right on time.

Meet at 5:45 for a prompt start. Note that there aren't any bathroom facilities. We offer 2 paces on a variety of routes on relatively lightly traveled roads. Most will have some hills. Distance will vary with the pace and available daylight. Please bring a rear light for use at dusk, and preferably a front light too. Will regroup as needed, but please be prepared to maintain the ride's advertised pace. Check day of the ride for possible changes or cancellations (rain cancels), and if a certain pace is not available.

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. Pedal away the stresses of the workday 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, 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.

A moderately hilly ride conquering anywhere from 3 to 5 Main Line hills that regroups at the top of each climb. As the days lengthen, so does the ride and we should be nearing 30 miles by July. No riders maintaining the listed pace will be dropped. 50% chance of rain between 6:00 and 8:00 cancels the ride. Head and taillights are helpful as we will be returning around dusk.

FLOURTOWN TO SKIPPACK on 5/23: Pretty route through Montgomery County, passing through Ambler, West Point and Worcester, on the way to Skippack. Quick restroom break at Fischers Park at mile 16. Wawa rest stop at mile 24. EXTRA TREAT: We have WAWA COUPONS for free coffee/tea/hot beverage. Total elevation 1946 feet - mostly rolling terrain. Regroup as needed. No one dropped, but we will try to maintain at least 13 mph, as advertised. Earlier start time today - Leader needs to be back by noon. NEXT WEEK, WE WILL RESUME THE REGULAR START TIME (9:45). 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, so that we can cycle through different regions. Please check the daily calendar for details of each Friday's route. Cue sheets and on-line route map will be provided for each ride. 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 and subject to change. Leave at 8:00 AM.

Explore the SRT from Norristown to Reading. The trail has paved, crushed stone, and some on road riding. The sections in spring are beautiful. Occasional hawks and sparkling glimpse of the Schuykill make this an enjoyable challenging ride. There is a train from 30th St. Station to Elm Street Station in Norristown that leaves at 7:26. Bring water, helmet, sunscreen, extra tubes for tires, some snacks, lights for the bike in case it is getting dark on the return trip, and $ for a stop at the Peanut Bar in Reading and will stop for a late brunch as well as other locations as needed. There are some climbs but will regroup at the top. OWLS pace will be utilized.

Century trek on mostly flat-to-gently-rolling roads from Chestertown, MD, north to Chesapeake City (along the C & D Canal), across the Mason Dixon line to quaint Middletown and Odessa, DE, then returning to Maryland's Eastern Shore. Cycle mostly on lightly traveled roads with wide shoulders. Total elevation gain is 2164 feet. We'll pass through charming small towns, and cross the scenic Sassafras and Bohemia Rivers. Rest stops available at mile 19 (Galena), 39 (Chesapeake City), 51 (Wawa in Middletown, DE), 61 (Wawa north of Odessa). On the return, we can stop in Galena again at mile 88. Stop to regroup as needed. No one dropped, but we will try to maintain 14mph, as advertised. SHORT-CUT OPTION: On the return, staying straight on 213 South directly to Chestertown will shave off several miles. Please note: in lieu of hill-climbing, we'll have HEADWINDS for part of the route. Please bring sunblock, due to minimal shade. Please allow at least 90 mins drive time from Philadelphia (I-95S to DE-1, DE-299W to US-301S into MD. US-301 to MD-291 to MD-213) . Ride will depart promptly at 8:30.

Annual trek in search of horseshoe crabs engaged in their ancient mating ritual at East Point Lighthouse, thence inland and back out the bay for lunch in Fortescue at mile 45. Return is through Mauricetown, with its restored, 19th century sea captains' houses. Other highlights include a couple of wildlife management areas and the sandpits of S. Jersey. One intermediate water stop at mile 23. Flat route, but there are long stretches of rural, non-stop pedaling. Drive time from center city is about 50 minutes. Email for directions by noon the day before. This ride will start on time so plan your arrival accordingly. A go/no-go message will be added to this description by 6 a.m. the day of if the weather is questionable.

See the B/B- Listing of this ride for additional details. This version of the ride has a lunch stop in Newport at the Water Front Cafe.

One of my favorites. Route will take us through central Chester County for a sit down lunch stop at St. Peter's Bakery, overlooking French Creek. Two other quick pit stops are also included. With this being SE Penna, some climbing will be required. If the ride goes smoothly we will be back in Valley Forge by 2:00.

The ride leaves at 9:15 am. We will average 14-15 MPH over the entire ride (faster on flats, slower on hills, this is why it is called an average) and there will be approximately 1800' of climbing. Although we love meeting new people, if you cannot maintain the advertised pace INCLUDING climbing, this is not the ride for you. Bring some cash for a lunch stop. Pre-registration is preferred. PLEASE CHECK POSTING FOR CANCELLATION, WHICH CAN OCCUR UP TO 2 HOURS BEFORE RIDE IS SCHEDULED TO DEPART DUE TO WET ROADS OR OVER 30% CHANCE OF RAIN DURING RIDE. Cue sheets will not be available.

Meander through Fairmount Park and nearby areas. Some hill climbing involved Safety and equipment instruction provided as needed. Helmet, tube for tire and water required. Snack stop along the way. We will regroup as needed. Precipitation will cancel the ride so check the website in advance.

A true C ride, which cheerfully waits to regroup. Usually 25-35 miles, usually with a lunch or snack stop. Meet at the Italian Fountain, near the blue parking garage sign.

After long and arduous debates with my personal staff, it was decided to cancel the Mix 'n Match part of Memorial Day festivities. The ride, however, is still on. Same tough little route as previous years through 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.

Scheduled for most Monday evenings throughout the summer. 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. Pedal away the stresses of the work day, at a relaxed pace.n We'll cycle on peaceful roads in Eastern Montgomery County. We'll be meeting in the small parking lot next to the ball field, and across the street from the high school. Please bring lights in case we are delayed on our return. Occasionally, this Monday night ride from UDHS may be cancelled, if there is a special Tailgate event at the COS ride in Wayne on the same date.

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 Tabora's, the long way (around Lake Galena) A few good hills getting around the lake, but nothing beyond category. Very pretty route. Will regroup as needed, but must be able to maintain the posted pace. Check day of the ride if weather is iffy (rain cancels).

The weekly 13-15 mph ride every Tuesday evening at 6pm. The early season will see a flatter more moderate pace that will increase in challange as the season progresses. No one dropped, everyone happy. Distance varies with the sunlight. Meet behind the school near the bus depot. The ride always leaves right on time.

Starts at the Bulldog. Ride north thru the park,cross Germantown Ave to Stenton Rd. We take the bike trail from Coonshocken home. No rest stops. No B rider will be dropped. Length of ride is determined by how much day light we have.

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), there is no Delightful, Delicious D ride - this leader leads the "Ride to the Monthly Newsletter Mailing Party" instead, from Glenside Library to Center City.

Meet at 5:45 for a prompt start. We offer 4-5 paces on a variety of routes on relatively lightly traveled roads in eastern Montgomery County and northwestern Philadelphia. Distance varies depending on the pace of the ride and available daylight (please bring a rear light for use at dusk, and preferably a front light too). Will regroup as needed. Check the monthly calendar for possible changes or cancellations (rain cancels), and if a certain pace is not available.

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. Pedal away the day's stresses at a relaxed pace. We'll be meeting in the same parking lot as the "Multi-Paced Rides" listed above. We'll meet in the rear of the parking lot, near the 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.

Three different paces on low-traffic roads in scenic Chester County. Come out and join us for our weekly rides. No one dropped, regroup as necessary.

Social gathering after our Wednesday evening club rides, to celebrate the summer evenings getting longer, as well as to pdate members on upcoming club events this summer. BCP will provide assorted snacks and refreshments. VOLUNTEERS APPRECIATED: If you are able to help with set-up or clean-up, please contact LMc. We look forward to seeing you at the party!

The weekly 13-15 mph ride every Thursday evening at 6pm. The early season will see a flatter more moderate pace that will increase in challange as the season progresses. No one dropped, everyone happy. Distance varies with the sunlight. Meet behind the school near the bus depot. The ride always leaves right on time.

Meet at 5:45 for a prompt start. Note that there aren't any bathroom facilities. We offer 2 paces on a variety of routes on relatively lightly traveled roads. Most will have some hills. Distance will vary with the pace and available daylight. Please bring a rear light for use at dusk, and preferably a front light too. Will regroup as needed, but please be prepared to maintain the ride's advertised pace. Check day of the ride for possible changes or cancellations (rain cancels), and if a certain pace is not available.

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. Pedal away the stresses of the workday 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, 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.

A moderately hilly ride conquering anywhere from 3 to 5 Main Line hills that regroups at the top of each climb. As the days lengthen, so does the ride and we should be nearing 30 miles by July. No riders maintaining the listed pace will be dropped. 50% chance of rain between 6:00 and 8:00 cancels the ride. Head and taillights are helpful as we will be returning around dusk.

Assemble at 7:30 am to depart at 7:40 am SHARP! This route involves some backtracking, but minimal breaking on downhills. We will climb Umbria, River Road, Manor Road, Oak Street, Jones Road, Gypsy/Hollow, Barren Hill, then back over Umbria and into Manayunk for our only rest stop (at mile 35) for coffee (it's all about the coffee). Regrouping if necessary, but riders are expected to be able to do the advertised pace (which is what our computers should read as "average" at the finish). Preregistration encouraged as it enables me to actually read the relevant info.

May 29 was the birthday of Bob Hope, as well as John F. Kennedy. We might have a few cyclists with that birthday, too. Pretty loop from Upper Dublin High School in Ft. Washington to Schwenksville. Outbound via North Wales and Harleysville, return via Evansburg and Blue Bell. On the outbound, we have a brief rest stop at Fischer's Park at mile 15. Lunch stop in Schwenksville at mile 28 - there will be a choice of eateries. On the return, there is a convenience store at mile 43. Total elevation gain 2850 feet. POST-RIDE TAILGATE PARTY to celebrate spring, as well as some birthdays. Leader will bring assorted snacks and soft drinks. GENERIC DESCRIPTION: 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. 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. If weather conditions are not conducive to cycling, this ride may be replaced by a hike/walk . As long as we are enjoying outdoor physical exercise, and Mother Nature, in the company of friends, we'll have a memorable outing.

Please enter the park using the right hand side entrance (not the main parking lot entrance) and park on the grass. First in a series of rides leading up to the 4nd Annual Kitchen Sink Century in late Sept./early Oct. (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, mostly rolling hills (relatively flat for the area) and great company. Quick rest stops on the way out and return. Will regroup as need, but please be able to maintain the advertised pace - riders ahead of the group are on their own ride. Will hook up with a shorter version (51 miles) leaving from Upper Dublin HS (see separate listing). Check back for possible other paces. Sunday, May 31 rain date (but no festival).

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 8:30 AM.

This is our annual ride to Carversville Day, a fun, low-key small town festival. See longer ride leaving from Flourtown for details.Check back for possible other paces. Sunday, May 31 rain date (but no festival).

A friendly ride that regroups as necessary. Frequently, we go to Ambler, or points west such as Paoli, Devon, Malvern, or Wegman's in King of Prussia. Climbing will usually average around 2000'. Overall average speed should be around 14mph, and we'll maintain a speed of 15-16mph on flat terrain. Bring $ for a food stop at about the halfway point. No one will be dropped, but please be prepared to ride at the advertised pace. Wet roads or a 50% chance of rain cancels ride. PLEASE CHECK POSTING FOR CANCELLATION, WHICH CAN OCCUR UP TO 2 HOURS BEFORE RIDE IS SCHEDULED TO DEPART.

ride from pawlings trailhead to Marchiano's for Stromboli rest stop. Followed Then we head to main street. For a quick dessert. Next we head to the East Falls bridge which will take us to Martin Luther king Drive. We will take that to the Art Museum where we will pick up the SRT for the return ride. The map does not show the return ride. As We will be following the SRT from the Art Museum back to the Greater Oaks Expo center. http://ridewithgps.com/routes/8107437 Bring Cash if you plan on getting Stromboli Marchianos is a cash only establishment.

Comfortable ride will join the Philadelphia Horticultural Society to Woodlands Cemetery and Bartram's Garden to examine notable trees. There will be refreshments at Bartram's Gardens. Bring helmet, extra tube, sun screen, water, and $ for snack stop. After the ride returns to the Azalea Garden an optional loop around Fairmount Park will be available. There might be a hill or two, but will stop to regroup at the top.

A true C ride, which cheerfully waits to regroup. Usually 25-35 miles, usually with a lunch or snack stop. Meet at the Italian Fountain, near the blue parking garage sign.