Ride Calendar

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.

Note: May delay the start time to as late as 11:00 if it helps get a ride in (be sure to check this listing if the weather is iffy). Bring yer bike and sense of adventure. Some days we'll ride familiar favorite routes, other days we'll scope out some new routes. Will regroup as needed, but must be able to maintain the posted pace. Today we'll ride to Hennings Market in Harleysville.

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..

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.

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

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!

This ride will go through many Revolutionary War sites, including Valley Forge NP, Brandywine Battlefield, Paoli Battlefield, and more. At least two convenience store rest stops are scheduled. The early start time will allow us to beat the heat, and return in time for any planned afternoon activities. The route in not yet available on line, I am still working on it.

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.

Challenging B ride through Bala Cynwyd and Gladwyne to Conshohocken before quickly returning through Manayunk and down West River Drive, Will regroup on climbs but must be able to maintain pace of group or risk being dropped. No rest stop and lights are recommend.

6/5: Ft. Washington State Park to Collegeville. Outbound via Springhouse and North Wales, return via from Collegeville via Evansburg and Blue Bell. On the outbound, we have a quick rest stop at Merrymead Farm at mile 17. Lunch in Collegeville at mile 34, with a choice of places - Wawa, or a diner. Total elevation gain 2679 feet. We will stop to regroup as needed. 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.

Assemble at 7:30. We willl leave at 7:40 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. Please preregister. It saves time and improves substantially my ability to read your emergency information.

DESPITE WHAT YOU MAY INTERPRET AS A DIRE FORECAST, THE RIDE IS ON. THE LEADING EDGE OF THE FRONT IS PASSING THROUGH LANCASTER COUNTY NOW (5:45 A.M.) AND SHOULD BE PAST BY STAERT TIMEAn Edo classic through Lancaster County into Lebanon County for lunch (mile 39) on the patio of the famous Jigger Shop, which dates back to the 1800s. After lunch, we cross back into Lancaster County for a noticeably less hilly (but not flat) return. Brief water/bathroom only stop at mile 22 and a final c-store stop at mile 59. Some portable nutrition is recommended to get you to lunch. After the ride, you can stock up on all sorts of goodies at the market and even hit up the smorgasbord. There will be a shorter (47 mile) option that leaves the main route at mile 22, rejoins it at mile 53, skips Mt. Gretna and the hardest climbing and has one c-store stop. It will be self-guided once the routes split. We will regroup briefly at spots, but if you are consistently far off the front or back you will be expected to navigate on your own, so a cue sheet holder is strongly recommended, and two water bottles are a must. Due to its length and relative difficulty, this ride will start on time so please arrive at least 15 min. prior to the scheduled start time. Park in the back, right portion of the lot (near the llama pen). Email for directions to the start by noon the day before. Bad weather, including extreme heat and/or humidity, cancels. Check this listing by 6:30 a.m. for a go/no-go message if the weather is questionable.

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 perennial favorite, we'll ride up to the Spinnerstown area via surface roads that parallel the NE Extension under a canopy of trees and ride back via Greenlane and Harleysville. A rest stop at about 1/2 way. Rain, hail, volcanoes cancel. No one dropped, no one left behind. Questions Call 267-664-0939 or email

We will ride through or past over a dozen parks. Don't think of retracing the route in your car - a few of them connect dead end cul de sacs. This is a novelty ride. Have fun the day before Philly Bike Race day. Neighborhoods urban and suburban. VERY IMPORTANT NOTES: (1) There will be an amateur bike race on MLK (West River) Drive. PLEASE do not ride through the middle of it on the way to the start. (2) Parking behind the museum is 2 hours. You will probably get a ticket. Park the car somewhere else and ride to the fountain. Start URL: http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=6338332 Meet at 8:45 AM for a 9:00 AM start.

A friendly ride that regroups as necessary. We'll meet up with Joe in Lower Merion, and he'll lead the group out to Wegmans. 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.

BCP will have a large set-up on Lemon Hill in East Fairmount Park, overlooking the race on Kelly Drive and Lemon Hill Drive. The Mens' pro race begins at 8:00am, and concludes around noon. The Womens' pro race begins ~12:30. The BCP Hospitality Booth opens at 8:30am, the Members' Picnic begins at 11:00am. We will be at Lemon Hill until the end of the event, late afternon. Please visit the homepage of this website ("BCP Events" on the right side) for complete details. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: If you would like to help with the Hospitality Booth, please contact Linda. If you would like to help with the Picnic, please contact Dave and/or Marsha. We need volunteers to help with early morning set-up (raise the tents and banners, open the tables and chairs, etc., spread the tablecloths, mix the Gatorade, etc.), cooking and serving the food, cleaning up, taking down the tents, etc. RIDE LEADERS NEEDED: If you would like to lead a group ride to & from the Picnic and Race, please post your ride on the calendar. Thank you!

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 four 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.) This will be during the Men's Pro Race, so we may have to walk our bikes on the sidewalk or take the canal path from the Green Street Bridge. Some may wish to watch the end of the Men's race from the coffee stop, which is within eyeshot of Levering St. (the turn for The Wall.) Riders doing advertised pace (which is what our computers read as 'average" at the finish) will not be dropped. Please preregister.

Ride will leave Lansdowne to go to cheer the racers at the BCP picnic site on Lemon Hill. Bring sun screen, extra tube, helmet, water, loud cheering voices, proper dress for weather conditions. Riders will have the option to return to Lansdowne by Regional Rail from the 30th St. Station. We will stay at the race for about 1-1/2 hour.

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. See you at the race this week, and back on the ride next Sunday!

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.

Note:Keeping start at 9:30. 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 Hennings Market in Harleysville. Expect mostly low trafficked roads, rolling hills and good company. Will regroup as needed, but must be able to maintain the posted pace.

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.

FOR THIS NIGHT ONLY: North Penn's graduation is on Thursday so I'm changing the start location to the parking lot of the Towamencin Pool which is right down the street from the high school. Please let me know if you need additional information. Here is the map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/Towamencin+Municipal+Swimming/@40.246612,-75.311296,15z/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x0:0xaa19d063d3d9ced9 Thanks, 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.

Challenging B ride through Bala Cynwyd and Gladwyne to Conshohocken before quickly returning through Manayunk and down West River Drive, Will regroup on climbs but must be able to maintain pace of group or risk being dropped. No rest stop and lights are recommend.

Fot 6/12: New route to the Sundae School ice cream and frozen yogurt parlor in Souderton, PA. We'll enjoy some frozen refreshments on a hot day. On the outbound segment, we have an optional rest break for bathrroms & quick snack at Fischer's Park at mile 16, or, at a park at mile 21. Lunch in Souderton - Wawa stop at mile 28. Ice cream stop at Sundae School is at mile 30. On the return, we have an optional stop if needed at mile 46. Total elevation gain 2500 feet. 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. 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.

Ride from Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City to Bala Cynwyd. I'm dropping a car off in Atlantic City for return transportation home after the American Cancer Society Bike-a-Thon on 6/14/15. If you want to join us, you MUST email or call me. Leaving by van from Bala Cynwyd by 6:00 AM. Making one pick up in Phila so you could meet me there as a shorter ride option. The route is roughly a reversed Bike a Thon route until we get into Camden. They're not shutting the Ben Franklin Bridge down for me tomorrow.

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 by 8:05 AM.

Scenic ride (using a Mike Fuller cue sheet) through Bucks County on some lovely, pristine back roads, as well as riding south on mostly flat River Rd (NJ-29) in Hunterdon County, NJ, from Frenchtown to Lambertville. We cross the river at Tinicum-Frenchtown, and return to PA over the Lambertville-New Hope Bridge. We will stop to regroup at hills, traffic signals. Total climbing is 5400'. The route includes four rest stops, but please bring energy snacks with you. Also, using a cue sheet clip is highly recommended, in order to plan ahead for your next turn. PARKING at FWSP: Please Park in the auxiliary/overflow lot on West Mill Rd - single-lane driveway with grass on both sides for cars. PLEASE NOTE: this route will pass Upper Dublin High School on both the outbound and return -- door-to-door service. Starting/finishing from UDHS will shave off ~12 miles total (88-mile version). If you'd like to join us from UDHS, meeting ~9:15, please contact the Leader. TWO PACE GROUPS: Daniel O. has graciously offered to lead at a faster pace, so a choice of two pace groups will be available. Thank you, Daniel!

No C+ ride today, refer to Sam Wiley's C ride.

This is a friendly ride that regroups as necessary. No one will be dropped. As of now, the ride is headed for Ambler at what should be a true C Pace. We will take a break so bring cash for a snack. We will be meeting in the same area as the C+ Ride so be sure to look for the C Ride.

Philadelphia is a treasure trove of beautiful architecture. There are hundreds old buildings in the city that are works of art - beautiful sculptures hidden in plain view! The problem is we are usually too busy to stop and look up. On this ride we will stop, and look up! We will visit about dozen beautiful, obscure and in some cases decaying structures (most over 100 years old) and learn about those buildings, the architects who designed them, and a bit about the history of Philadelphia. We won't be stopping at well-known buildings. That's what the duck boats and tour buses are for. We be visiting lesser known and in some ways, even more interesting buildings. This ride will meander east towards the Delaware River and back. You must be comfortable riding on city streets. We will return to the Art Museum by 12:30 pm. The ride will be at a leisurely pace and we will be making plenty of stops. HELMET REQUIRED! Make sure your bike is in good working order and bring along a spare tube or two and a water bottle - and a flashing tail light if you have it. If you drive to the Art Museum note that there is a 2-hour time limit on parking in the lot next to Lloyd hall. Park instead either on Sedgely Drive or in the lot under the twin bridges and ride your bike down Kelly Drive to the Art Museum. The ride is canceled if it is raining, if the roads are wet, or if there is more than a 50% chance of rain. Call or email me if you are not sure, or if you have any questions.

Level D, 10 mph, 15-25 miles. Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 12:00 pm. 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. Cue sheets will not be available. contact 215 990 3207

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 Del Val College Farm Market, the long way. Mostly rolling hills (no real climbs), lots of quite roads. 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.

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.

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.

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.

SLOWER version of the traditional 3 hill ride leaving Italian Fountain at 6:00 pm. Speed demons and Hill raisers need not apply, unless you bring a tow rope for me. Be prepared to single up at "car back!" Will try to be finished by 8pm, God willing and the creek don't rise. If you even THINK you might do this ride, please pre-register. It is easier and quicker to cross a line off than wait for you to test your penmanship.

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.

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.

Challenging B ride through Bala Cynwyd and Gladwyne to Conshohocken before quickly returning through Manayunk and down West River Drive, Will regroup on climbs but must be able to maintain pace of group or risk being dropped. No rest stop and lights are recommend.

A "C:" version of the three hills of Gladwyne, we leave just after the B-/C+ group, meet at Italian Fountain where the path from Lloyd Hall reaches the Fountain (behind the B-/C+ group). Lights and bright clothing recommended.

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.

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.

For 6/19: Pretty loop from Upper Dublin High School to Taborah's in Chalfont for some creamy, frozen refreshment. Cue sheets will be provided. Total elevation gain is 2755 feet, no extreme climbing. Please click on the route map link to view the elevation profile. The lunch & ice cream stop at Taborah's is at mile 23. On the outbound, there are places to take a quick bathroom/snack break at mile 16. After lunch at Taborah's, we'll cycle around the perimeter of peaceful Lake Galena. On the return, there are optional Wawa stops if needed, at mile 38 (Colmar), or 44 (North Wales). 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.

Assemble at 7:20. We willl leave at 7:30 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. 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 by 8:05 AM.

Please do not park in the main lot, but on the grass using the entrance to the right of the main entrance. Second in a series of rides leading up to the 4th Annual Kitchen Sink Century in late Sept./early Oct. (combines some of my favorite rides, including this, into a century). Expect scenic, low trafficked roads, hills but nothing very steep (one long one - Callowhill), and great company. Will regroup as need, but please be able to maintain the advertised pace - riders ahead of the group are on their own ride. Lunch break at Hennings Market in Harleysville, and quick rest stops on the way out and return. Will hook up with a shorter version (49 miles) leaving from Upper Dublin (see separate listing)

Discover some picturesque new roads, courtesy of the Lebanon Valley Bicycle Club. Cycle through Amish & Mennonite farmlands, and green vistas. Lebanon County is filled with lush, peaceful landscapes. Rest stops at mile 24 and 44, and an optional ice cream stop at mile 66. Total elevation gain is 3040 feet. Driving directions: take the main PA Turnpike (I-276/I-76)westbound to the Lebanon/Lancaster Interchange (PA Route 72, Exit 266). Take PA-72 North for 4-5 miles to Rocherty Rd. Turn right at Rocherty (Sheetz station on the corner). Stay on Rocherty for ~ one mile to Lincoln Ave. Turn left onto Lincoln, and follow Lincoln to South Hills Park. Parking lot is on the right, just past the Lebanon VA Hospital. Please plan on 75-90 mins driving time to Lebanon. Due to predicted heat, we will need to leave promptly at 8:30. Please contact the Leader if you would like to car-pool together from Phila. area. CARPOOL NOTE: If riders would like to carpool together, Upper Dublin High School at Ft. Washington & Loch Alsh would be a good meeting point -- easy access to 309, just north of the Turnpike interchange. Leader will be at UDHS at 7:00am. OPTIONAL CENTURY EXTENSION LOOP: The Lebanon Valley Bike Club has provided another 32-mile loop, which begins & ends at the same meeting point. When our 70-mile group returns to South Hills Park, riders have the option of riding the additional loop, for a full century, if they desire.

Second in a series of rides leading up to the 4th annual Kitchen Sink Century in late Sept./early Oct. (combines some of my favorite rides, including this, into a century). See longer ride from Flourtown for details.

Scenicloop around Bucks County - details to follow. Part of the route will circle around scenic Lake Nockamixon. There are rest stops at mile 16 (Wawa) and mile 38 (Turkey Hill). On the return, we have an optional stop if needed at the Carversville Store at mile 56.. Early morning start, in order to get home in time for Father's Day festivities. Cue sheets will be provided.

The Sunny Sunday Afternoon D Ride is geared toward novice cyclists or those new to group riding. There will be safely instructions, cycle road etteque, and simple bikadjustments when needed. Bicycle helmets are required and a working bicycle. This Sunday's ride will go to Valley Green in Wissahican Park over Forbidden Dr, which is packed cinders, dirt, and two sections with newly put down course lose stone. This is not good with skinny tires. Refreshment stop at Valley Green Inn consession stand which is the trun around point.

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

DEFERRED for 6/22 - special tailgate party after the COS (Church of the Saviour) rides in Wayne. 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 Harleysville for either pizza or Wawa. Will regroup as needed, but must be able to maintain the posted pace. Relatively easy (other than will go up Bean on the way out) scenic route with mostly low trafficked road. 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.

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.

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.

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.

1600 feet of climbing. Usual boring three hill ride. Not for speed demons. You MUST pre-register. No pre-registrations, no ride.

CANCELLED - The rain is coming, no ride tonight 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.

A "C:" version of the three hills of Gladwyne, we leave just after the B-/C+ group, meet at Italian Fountain where the path from Lloyd Hall reaches the Fountain (behind the B-/C+ group). Lights and bright clothing recommended.

FOR 6/26: ICE CREAM adventure, leaving from UDHS. Pretty loop to Peddler's Village, for a choice of eateries (ice cream parlor, cafe, etc.) Food stop at Peddler's Village is at mile 27. This route takes us on some lovely roads in Rushland and Wycombe, Bucks County. On the outbound, there is an optional quick rest break at mile 14. On the return, we'll be passing the Market at Del Valley College at mile 41, if an additional stop is needed. Cue sheets will be provided. 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. Cue sheets and on-line route map will be provided for each ride. Scheduled for virtually every Friday throughout the year, with a few exceptions here & there. If weather conditions are not conducive to cycling, this ride may be replaced by a hike/walk (on foot). As long as we are enjoying outdoor physical exercise, and Mother Nature, in the company of friends, we'll have a memorable outing.

BCP will have a display tent in the plaza of the Valley Preferred Cycling Center (aka, the Velodrome) in Trexlertown, during the Friday Night Races, sponsored by Bicycling Magazine. Gates open for Happy Hour at 6:00pm, but the ACTUAL RACES DO NOT BEGIN UNTIL 7:30pm, allowing time to get there after work. MEMBERS APPRECIATION::BCP members are invited to watch the races from the VIP VELODECK. We will have assorted soft drinks and snacks. We will also provide $5 coupons good for purchasing gifts at the Velodrome merchandise tent, e.g., Trexlertown T-shirts, caps, etc. BCP members who visit our tent in the plaza will receive their wrist bands to access the Velodeck,as well as their coupons for merchandise. BCP will be exhibiting here to promote our club's membership benefits, as well as rides and upcoming events. Volunteers are appreciated to help at the display tent - please contact the Leader. Volunteers are needed to help with setting up the tent, staffing the booth and greeting visitors, then packing up at the end of the evening. The racing program for 6/26 includes the Keirin Cup championship, special giveaways, as well as family-friendly entertainment. General Admission tickets are $5/person. Every seat has a great view of the track. There is a café in the Velodrome, as well as a souvenir booth. Come join us for an exciting evening! Driving directions and racing & venue details are available here: www.thevelodrome.com. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: If you are able to volunteer at the BCP tent, either for set-up (~5:15), or for staffing the booth and greeting visitors, or, for packing up at loading the van at the end of the evening, THANK YOU for your help. Please contact Linda, re. volunteering.

Moderately hilly route out to Paoli - ride starts at the Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. A rough outline of the route is posted, although I will probably make some minor detours to capture an extra hill or two. We will make a brief stop for water on the way out and a snack break at Wawa in Paoli before heading back to Philly. Ride leaves at 7:45 AM, exactly! Riders riding the advertised pace 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 by 8:05 AM.

Some hills, regroup as needed. Riders should be able to maintain the average pace. This is a new route and is listed at http://ridewithgps.com/routes/8677148 and is subject to revision. Bring an on bike snack and plenty to drink as the lunch stop is at mile 38 (WAWA) with a potty/water stop at a McDonalds at mile 16. Rain cancels.

We’ll head from the North Penn area across country towards Ralph Stover state park via Upper Stump, Park Rd, and Tohickon Hill Rd. Heading down River Rd we’ll make our way over to Bulls Island and then down the Jersey side of the river to Lambertville where we’ll cross over to New Hope and some brunch at C'Est La Vie. Heading home via Mechanic St and Stoney Hill Rd we’ll wend our way towards Doylestown and home. Rain, hail, volcanoes cancel. No one dropped, no one left behind. Questions Call

Replacement for canceled Saturday ride. Ride will go to North Wales with 15 minute snack / water stop.

Flat ride through Manayunk to the SRT and the outbound cafe. 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, high winds) 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

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 (Turkish pizza, sorta - the owner is Turkish). Mostly rolling terrain, with a few hills thrown in after lunch (Pebble Hill and Valley Rd). Will regroup as needed, but must be able to maintain the posted pace. Will likely shorten the route a few miles if warranted by the forecast. Cue sheets will not be available. Check day of the ride if weather is iffy (rain cancels).

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..

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.

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.

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.

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