Ride Calendar

Morning loop from the Manayunk Brewery, crossing the new Manayunk Bridge Trail to the Cynwyd Heritage Trail, then meander to Newtown Square for a coffee/snack stop at the halfway point. The outbound segment will take us across the pretty campus of Haverford College. We'll also cycle past green landscapes on the Main Line. On the return, we'll pass Villanova University. If another QUICK rest stop is needed on the return, we have a Wawa in West Conshohocken at mile 32. According to ridewithgps.com, total elevation gain is 2561 ft. Return to the Celebrate Fall Open House Party at the Brewery. Plan is to return by 12:15 to 12:30pm. We will stop to regroup as needed. No one dropped, but we need to maintain the advertised pace.

Proceed thru Manayunk across the newly opened bridge to the Cynwyd Heritage trail and thru the Main Line to Devon. Coffee (really good) and snacks at Pour Richard's Coffee Co at mile 20. Ride ends at Manayunk Brewery for Celebrate Fall Party (expected arrival time: by 2 PM. Terrain: the first 20 miles is hilly, especially for a C ride. We will regroup at the top of hills, but please be prepared to maintain the average pace (a bit under on the way out, a bit faster on the return)

Riding through Bala Cynwyd and Gladwyne to Conshohocken before heading to Manayunk for BCP Fall Party and/or back to Philly down West River Drive. Will regroup on climbs as needed.

This ride will meet in Delaware County and proceed to the BCP Fall party at an OWLS (Older, Wiser ,Longer, Slower) pace through the western suburbs. We will cross the new Manayunk Bridge connecting the Bala and Manayunk. We are going to the Manayunk Brewing Co. for the "Celebrate the Fall" party event. Bring Helmet, water, and dress for the weather. We will ride another route back to Lansdowne with an option to return to Lansdowne by Septa Regional Rail

Relaxed paced ride through Fairmount Park and beyond depending on the assembled riders. Please bring helmet, extra tube, water, $ for mid ride snack. Please dress with appropriate cloths for the weather. The 11/1 ride will go to the BCP Party in Manayunk. BRING LOCKS!

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.

Ah, another nice seasonal forecast. Let's ride the long way to Peace Valley Park, with a lunch stop a few miles later on our return (32 mile mark). Expect great company, mostly rolling terrain with a few not too long climbs terrain along the way, and some nice, low trafficked, country and suburban roads (at least two recently resurfaced that were previously dreadful). Will regroup as needed, but must be able to main the listed pace.

Ride groups and speeds will vary depending on the availability of ride leaders. Groups will be from a C to B+ with speed averages from 13 to 18 mph. A few hills (Umbria Street being the steepest). Riders must be able to maintain the average speed for the group they ride with. ALL RIDERS MUST HAVE STRONG HEADLIGHTS AND TAIL LIGHTS AS WE WILL BE RIDING IN THE DARK. REFLECTIVE CLOTHING IS ALSO HELPFUL. Rest stop at Lloyd Hall near the Art Museum. This is only a short stop for bathrooms and a quick snack. Bring something to drink and a snack. Optional food and drinks at a local watering hole after the ride.

This weekly ride covers 30-40 miles on low traffic roads. Strong headlights and taillights are required. Wear your brightest most garish clothes and come join the fun. Don't lose your conditioning just because its dark outside. Cheat the darkness and join us for excellent workouts. These rides tend to be on the hilly side, so please be prepared to ride at the listed pace. We regroup at the top of hills when necessary. This is a road ride. Only one speed is offered. Snow, ice, rain and wet or icy roads cancel. Cold weather does NOT cancel.

Join us today on what is forecasted to be a pretty nice day for this time of year. We'll ride to Northbrook MarketPlace (http://www.northbrookmarketplace.com/), a great fall destination. Expect pretty country roads in Chester County and the Brandywine River Valley, great company and some hills (but well worth the effort). Joint ride between BCP, SCU and DVCC. Will regroup as needed, but must be able to maintain the listed pace. If there isn't enough parking in the trailhead lot, park across the street at the Shopping Center.

For 11/6: Pretty loop from the Art Mueum to Ambler, North Wales, and Gwynedd. Outbound via Mt. Airy, Chestnut Hill, and Erdenheim. Optional quick rest stop at mile 20, then lunch stop at mile 28 at the Whole Foods Market in North Wales. Return via Gwynedd, Blue Bell, Plymouth Meeting, and the Schuylkill River Trail from Spring Mill to the finish. Total climbing is 2923 ft, and the terrain is mostly rolling. The final stretch on the SRT is flat. We will stop to regroup as needed. No one dropped, but we will try to maintain at least 13mph average, as advertised. Plan is to return by 3:00, since Leader needs go to the Convention Center to set-up the BCP booth for the Bike Expo this weekend. MEETING POINT & PARKING: We will be meeting at the Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum, on Aquarium/Waterworks Drive. The parking here is timed, however, on the other side of Kelly Drive, Sedgley Drive has plenty of street parking without time limits. 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.

Great roads with low traffic. We have a few routes that bring us out around or through Ridley Creek State Park. Average speed will be 16-17 mph, but note that these routes include over 4000' of climbing. Bring a snack for a brief mid-ride break. Consider the on-line routes approximate. Leave by 8:05 AM. Rain cancels.

America's oldest living botanical garden an 18th century farmstead, native plants, wildflower meadows and trees. The Schuylkill Banks Trail will continue down to Bartram"s Garden and we will explore were this is all to happen, plus see the progress of Bartram's mile currently under construction.

A ride through central Chester County to the Artisan Exchange in West Chester. The Artisan Exchange is a small business collaboration that features local food entrepreneurs. The ride will also have two other water stops. 3300' of climbing

BCP will have a booth at the Philadelphia Bike Expo, (www.phillybikeexpo.com) on Saturday, Nov. 7, 10am to 6pm, and Sunday, Nov. 8, 10am to 5pm. This is a celebration of all things bicycle -- seminars & clinics, demonstrations of new products, book signings, flea market, discounted merchandise, etc. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED to help staff our booth! Details are available on the home page of this website, right side, under "Community Outreach Activities". http://phillybikeclub.org/newbcp/events/Phillybikeexpo2015.pdf. Please contact Leader (Linda) if you have any time to volunteer. Volunteers are needed for setting up the booth on Friday (11/6) late afternoon/early evening. Volunteers are also needed during public hours on Saturday and Sunday to staff the booth, greet visitors, etc. When the Expo closes on Sunday afternoon, volunteers are needed to dismantle the BCP tent, pack up supplies, etc.

BCP will have a booth at the Philadelphia Bike Expo, (www.phillybikeexpo.com) on Saturday, Nov. 7, 10am to 6pm, and Sunday, Nov. 8, 10am to 5pm. This is a celebration of all things bicycle -- seminars & clinics, demonstrations of new products, book signings, flea market, discounted merchandise, etc. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED to help staff our booth! Details are available on the home page of this website, right side, under "Community Outreach Activities". http://phillybikeclub.org/newbcp/events/Phillybikeexpo2015.pdf. Please contact Leader (Linda) if you have any time to volunteer. Volunteers are needed for setting up the booth on Friday (11/6) late afternoon/early evening. Volunteers are also needed during public hours on Saturday and Sunday to staff the booth, greet visitors, etc. When the Expo closes on Sunday afternoon, volunteers are needed to dismantle the BCP tent, pack up supplies, etc.

Relaxing paced ride to the Philadelphia Bike expo. You can buy tickets ahead of time for a discounted price for Sunday afternoon or buy them at the door. ( you can get details from the bike clubs web site) We will spend about an 1.5 to 2 hours at the expo. Then ride back to the starting point. Bring helmet, water, extra tubes, and $ for mid-ride snack.

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 groups and speeds will vary depending on the availability of ride leaders. Groups will be from a C to B+ with speed averages from 13 to 18 mph. A few hills (Umbria Street being the steepest). Riders must be able to maintain the average speed for the group they ride with. ALL RIDERS MUST HAVE STRONG HEADLIGHTS AND TAIL LIGHTS AS WE WILL BE RIDING IN THE DARK. REFLECTIVE CLOTHING IS ALSO HELPFUL. Rest stop at Lloyd Hall near the Art Museum. This is only a short stop for bathrooms and a quick snack. Bring something to drink and a snack. Optional food and drinks at a local watering hole after the ride.

This week we are following the forecast and Wednesday seems to be the best bet. Join us as we ride to West Point (Pizza Time Saloon) in West Point for a quick lunch (35 mile mark). Expect great company, a mix of low-trafficked suburban and country roads and mostly rolling terrain (other than riding up the hill of the day - Bean) with a quick rest room stop on the way out (Evansburg State Park). Will regroup as needed, but please be prepared to ride the listed pace.

This weekly ride covers 30-40 miles on low traffic roads. Strong headlights and taillights are required. Wear your brightest most garish clothes and come join the fun. Don't lose your conditioning just because its dark outside. Cheat the darkness and join us for excellent workouts. These rides tend to be on the hilly side, so please be prepared to ride at the listed pace. We regroup at the top of hills when necessary. This is a road ride. Only one speed is offered. Snow, ice, rain and wet or icy roads cancel. Cold weather does NOT cancel.

For 11/13: Flourtown to Del Val College Market in Bucks County. Pretty loop from Flourtown to Bucks County. Outbound via Maple Glen, Warrington, and Jamison. Turn-around point is just south of Doylestown. Ride on lovely, peaceful roads, such as Rushland and Mozart. Quick rest stop at mile 19 for bathroom and snack. Sit-down lunch stop at Del Val College Market at mile 36. Return via Springhouse and Fort Washington. Total elevation gain 2600 feet with rolling terrain. We will stop to regroup as needed. No one dropped, but we will try to maintain 13mph, as advertised. SHORT-CUT OPTIONS: This route will be close to Upper Dublin High School on both the outbound and return segments of the ride. Starting/finishing at UDHS will shave off ~7 miles. If you would like to meet the group at UDHS ~9:45am, please contact the Leader. There is also another option for a self-guided short-cut in the Jamison area (before the lunch stop), which will cut off ~4 miles. FLOURTOWN START/FINISH: Meet near the Giant supermarket in the Flourtown Shopping Center. This shopping center is the one with McDonald's facing Bethlehem Pike. After the ride, if anyone would like to get a post-ride cup of coffee, we have some coffee/snack options in the shopping center. 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).

Great roads with low traffic. We have a few routes that bring us out around or through Ridley Creek State Park. Average speed will be 16-17 mph, but note that these routes include over 4000' of climbing. Bring a snack for a brief mid-ride break. Consider the on-line routes approximate. Leave by 8:05 AM. Rain cancels.

This is a moderately difficult hike, NOT for beginners. We will combine the White, Yellow, and Blue trails to get as much hill climbing as possible. Bring 1 large water bottle, GPS app, etc. Ridley Creek park has a lot of “camera ready” scenery. Send me an email, you get a detailed map. Thanks :) Meet in the upper parking lot near the information sign beside the mansion at 8:45 for a 9:00 AM start.

The John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum is 1000 acres spaning Philadelphia and Delaware counties. Located in Tinicum Township, the refuge is adjacent to the Philadelphia International Airport. We will cycle completely around the park on a dirt access road. Tinicum Marsh serves to protect the largest remaining freshwater tidal marsh in PA.

Joke in progress: Ride Leader walks into a bar. Bartender asks, "How about a FLAT ride for a change?" Still working on the punchline..... This scenic loop, near Delaware Bay, will take us on quiet, country roads through farmlands, marshlands, & across peaceful creeks and rivers. Terrain is very gentle -- mostly flat, with a couple of small climbs, but these are less than 150 ft each. Total elevation gain is 1100 ft. This route has been extended beyond the route we did last year - this year's route will venture down to the inlet and marina on the Cohansey River. Rest stops at mile 23 (Alloway), mile 38 (Greenwich), and mile 54 (Hancock's Bridge). SHORT-CUT OPTION: There will be a self-guided short-cut for those wanting to ride ~57 miles. The shorter version will not go down to Greenwich or the inlet, but will have two rest stops at Alloway and Hancock's Bridge. Directions to the starting point at Fort Mott: I-295 South in NJ to Exit 1/NJ-49 E - Broadway for Pennsville/Salem. After 4 miles on NJ-49E/Broadway, turn right onto Fort Mott Rd, and stay on this road for 3.5 miles, til you get to the Bay. Entrance to the State Park will be on your right. From Center City Phila., drive time is LESS THAN ONE HOUR. Carpooling: Leader will be in parking lot of Conklin Playground, 15 E. Church Rd, Elkins Park, at 8:00am. Conklin is half a block below Cottman Ave/Township Line/PA-73 & Church Rd. If you'd like to car-pool, please contact Leader. Google Maps link for driving directions from Phila to Fort Mott: http://tinyurl.com/mm9kmed. CO-LEADER WELCOME - If you'd like to lead a group at an alternative pace, THANK YOU! Please contact the Leader.

it's not THAT cold, but too cold to stop. Ride will go over Manayunk Br, up Bryn Mawr Ave, Mt Pleasant, Conshohocken, River Rd, Hart's Ln, Hull, Chestnut Hill, Henry Ave, to the SRT. Very quick break at Outbound Station. As usual, no dropping, but you must keep the pace.

Ride through East Falls, Mount Airy, Chestnut Hill, Wyndmor, Fort Washington, Upper Dublin, Oreland, Whitemarsh, Ambler, and Manayunk. We'll stop for coffee at mile 40 in Manayunk and be home in plenty of time for the Eagles game. Riders doing the advertised pace (which is what our computers should read as "average" at the finish) will not be dropped. Preregistration is required. If no-one is preregistered, I will not ride past the Italian fountain on my ride.

Join us as we ride to Merrymead Farm for a quick snack/rest stop. Low-key, low-traffic roads, with rolling hills (we'll be going down, not up, Bean). Will regroup as needed, but must be able to maintain the listed pace. After the ride you are invited to the hike kick-off party at my house. The party is all vegetarian and we'll be preparing the main courses. Side dishes and desserts are welcome, but not required (please contact me if you plan to bring something). Pre-registration is encouraged as it helps us plan how many stomachs to feed.

Please join us on our first hike of the season in the beautiful Wissahickon Gorge of Fairmount Park. We will be hiking mainly on trails, with some flat options. Hiking boots or shoes are recommended. Well-behaved, leashed canine friends are welcome. We will be celebrating our first hike immediately afterward with a vegetarian feast at Cathy and Howard's house. They will be preparing the main vegetarian dishes, but feel free to bring snacks and desserts, though it is not required. Parking for the train station is best accessed from the west side of Willow Grove Ave.

Ride to the Cynwyd Trail, and over the bridge to Manayunk! 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 parking garage sign.

FOR 11/15: St. Martins Train Station to the Whole Foods in North Wales. Quick bathroom/snack break at Whole Foods, at mile 20.5 Total elevation gain 1600 feet of climbing. Outbound via Ft. Washington and Springhouse, return via Gwynedd and Blue Bell. GENERIC DESCRIPTION: Scenic, 30-35-ish mile loop, usually through Montgomery County or Lower Bucks, with a brief rest stop. Unless otherwise stated, this winter afternoon ride will meet most Sundays at Bruno's Diner (finishing point for many of the Sunday morning Wissahickon hikes). We may, on occasion, meet at another location in Chestnut Hill. Even if you don't join the hike in the morning, you are welcome to cycle with us on this afternoon ride! Stop to regroup if needed, but try as much as possible to maintain 13-15mph, due to short daylight. Plan is to return before 5:00pm. Please bring lights, just in case we return in the nick of time. Please ensure that your bike is ready before start time, so that we can leave promptly. Specific details will be posted for each Sunday's Route. Scheduled for EVERY Sunday throughout the winter (for the duration of the hiking season), weather permitting, EXCEPT Feb. 21. This ride will resume on Feb. 28. If winter weather conditions are not conducive to cycling, this ride may be replaced by a snow activity, e.g., cross-country skiing or snow-shoeing. As long as we keep moving throughout the winter, we will maintain our base fitness level for the return of spring cycling in March.

Today we'll ride to the DelVal College Farm Market, the roundabout way. Expect great company, low-traffic suburban and country roads, and rolling hills (no real climbs). Will regroup as need, but please be prepared to ride the listed pace. Stay tuned for a likely Wednesday ride too.

Ride groups and speeds will vary depending on the availability of ride leaders. Groups will be from a C to B+ with speed averages from 13 to 18 mph. A few hills (Umbria Street being the steepest). Riders must be able to maintain the average speed for the group they ride with. ALL RIDERS MUST HAVE STRONG HEADLIGHTS AND TAIL LIGHTS AS WE WILL BE RIDING IN THE DARK. REFLECTIVE CLOTHING IS ALSO HELPFUL. Rest stop at Lloyd Hall near the Art Museum. This is only a short stop for bathrooms and a quick snack. Bring something to drink and a snack. Optional food and drinks at a local watering hole after the ride.

Today we'll ride to Kimberton Whole Foods in Ottsville, Expect beautiful scenery, great company and mostly rolling hills (no huge climbs). Will regroup as needed, but be prepared to ride the listed average speed. We'll meet by the pavilion with bathrooms.

This weekly ride covers 30-40 miles on low traffic roads. Strong headlights and taillights are required. Wear your brightest most garish clothes and come join the fun. Don't lose your conditioning just because its dark outside. Cheat the darkness and join us for excellent workouts. These rides tend to be on the hilly side, so please be prepared to ride at the listed pace. We regroup at the top of hills when necessary. This is a road ride. Only one speed is offered. Snow, ice, rain and wet or icy roads cancel. Cold weather does NOT cancel.

For 11/20: Pretty route from Wilson Farm Park in Chesterbrook to Northbrook Market, outside of West Chester. We'll cross the scenic Brandywine Creek a few times, and ride past green landscapes, parks, & golf courses. Quick rest stop at Wawa at mile 16. Sit-down lunch stop at Northbrook at mile 28. On the return, there is a Wawa rest stop at mile 47. Total elevation gain 3862 ft. We will stop to regroup as needed. No one dropped, but we will try to maintain 13mph average, as advertised. 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.

Great roads with low traffic. We have a few routes that bring us out around or through Ridley Creek State Park. Average speed will be 16-17 mph, but note that these routes include over 4000' of climbing. Bring a snack for a brief mid-ride break. Consider the on-line routes approximate. Leave by 8:05 AM. Rain cancels.

Back by popular demand. This is a moderately difficult hike, NOT for beginners. We will combine the White, Yellow, and Blue trails to get as much hill climbing as possible. Bring 1 large water bottle, GPS app, etc. Meet in the upper parking lot near the information sign beside the mansion at 8:45 for a 9:00 AM start. Thanks :)

Named after the Lenni Lenape Indian word for slow moving water, Pennypack Park stretches nine miles, following Pennypack Creek southeast as it runs from Montgomery County to the Delaware River. There is a paved bicycle path the entire lenth. We will need to cycle up through the River Wards to get to the confluence of the Pennypack Creek and the Delaware River. We will try to find the new extension in Montgomery County above Pine Rd.

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

So as not to conflict with Joe's Sunday ride, this will be an ad hoc ride, most likely headed to Ambler at a leisurely pace (more C+ than B-). This a friendly ride, and no one will be dropped. Bring $ for a food stop in Ambler. Please note that the starting time has been moved back to 10:15 AM.

After kicking some serious butt in the Trojan War, Odysseus decided it was time to gather up his men and his booty and get back home to his loving wife, Penelope. Unfortunately the trip took somewhat longer than expected. Please meet Helen and I at the Valley Green Inn for an outing that will recreate the spirit of his extended voyage. Fire or police sirens heard on adjacent streets shall be as the seductive call of the Sirens of the island of Calypso. Our trekking poles shall serve as stakes to pluck the eye of any giant cave-dwelling Cyclops that threaten to eat our comrades in arms. We shall pass near dog walkers and the rushing waters of the Wissahickon as our hero did the six-headed beast Scylla and the whirlpool of Charybdis. However, instead of suffering fifteen years of mayhem and death at the hands of the Immortals, we will get only a morning of fresh air and exercise on the trail and maybe grab a bit of lunch afterwards. Hope you can join us.

Ride to The Cedars House via the neighborhoods of East Falls, Germantown, Mt Airy, and Chestnut Hill. Return via Forbidden Dr ( 6 miles packed gravel ). Please bring helmet, extra tube, water, $ for mid ride snack. Cue sheets will not be available, but lots of support will be.

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.

Pretty route to Eagleville: outbound via Blue Bell and Trooper, return via Norristown Farm Park and East Norriton. Rest stop at mile 21 - choice of eateries - Wawa, pizzaeria, etc.. Total elevation gain 1870 feet of climbing. GENERIC DESCRIPTION: Scenic, 30-35-ish mile loop, usually through Montgomery County or Lower Bucks, with a brief rest stop. Unless otherwise stated, this winter afternoon ride will meet at Bruno's Diner (finishing point for many of the Sunday morning Wissahickon hikes). Even if you don't join the hike in the morning, you are welcome to cycle with us on this ride! We will stop to regroup if needed, but try as much as possible to maintain 13 mph, due to short daylight. Plan is to return before 5:00pm. Please bring lights, just in case we return in the nick of time. Please ensure that your bike is ready before start time, so that we can leave promptly. Specific details will be posted for each Sunday's Route. Scheduled for EVERY Sunday throughout the winter (for the duration of the hiking season), weather permitting, EXCEPT Feb. 21. (Leader will be away cross-country skiing on 2/21). This ride will resume on Feb. 28.) If winter weather conditions are not conducive to cycling, this ride may be replaced by a snow activity.

Join us today as we ride to the Bagel Barrel in Doylestown (by special request). Expect low traffic roads plus a few trails, mostly rolling hills (with a few climbs on the return - Sugar Bottom and Valley Rd.) and good company. Will regroup as needed, but please be prepared to ride the listed pace.

Ride groups and speeds will vary depending on the availability of ride leaders. Groups will be from a C to B+ with speed averages from 13 to 18 mph. A few hills (Umbria Street being the steepest). Riders must be able to maintain the average speed for the group they ride with. ALL RIDERS MUST HAVE STRONG HEADLIGHTS AND TAIL LIGHTS AS WE WILL BE RIDING IN THE DARK. REFLECTIVE CLOTHING IS ALSO HELPFUL. Rest stop at Lloyd Hall near the Art Museum. This is only a short stop for bathrooms and a quick snack. Bring something to drink and a snack. Optional food and drinks at a local watering hole after the ride.

This weekly ride covers 30-40 miles on low traffic roads. Strong headlights and taillights are required. Wear your brightest most garish clothes and come join the fun. Don't lose your conditioning just because its dark outside. Cheat the darkness and join us for excellent workouts. These rides tend to be on the hilly side, so please be prepared to ride at the listed pace. We regroup at the top of hills when necessary. This is a road ride. Only one speed is offered. Snow, ice, rain and wet or icy roads cancel. Cold weather does NOT cancel.

Enjoy a Thanksgiving morning ride with your cycling pals, before the high-calorie holiday feast. Pretty loop from UDHS to the Wawa in Skippack for a snack & bathroom break. Wawa stop is at the half-way mark (mile 20). Outbound via Ambler and West Point, return from Skippack via Evansburg and Flourtown. We will cross the scenic Skippack Creek. We will stop to regroup as needed. No one dropped, but we need to maintain the advertised paces, in order to return by 1:00pm for Thanksgiving festivities. Elliot will lead the 14-15mph group, and Linda will lead the 13-14mph group.

ADDITIONAL PACES, LEADERS WELCOME. A moderately hilly ride conquering anywhere from 3 to 5 Main Line hills that regroups at the top of each climb.This is an extended Thanksgiving day version of our summer Thursday night hill ride. We will take a circuitous route through the Mail Line to Conshohocken and return over the Manayunk Bridge and Cynwyd Trail to MLK Drive. If you have any interest in leading an alternate pace ride, contact me for the route. Finish time should be around 12:30 so plan your festivities accordingly.

Pretty rolling hills ride. Riders should be able to keep the advertised average pace. Lunch stop at Moccia's train stop. Sit outside if nice weather. Bring an on bike snack and plenty to drink. Cue sheet at http://ridewithgps.com/routes/2413698 Rain cancels.

For 11/27 (Black Friday): Since the day after Thanksgiving is a bonus holiday for many folks, we look forward to having more riders come out and join us. The Friday Frolic will join Howard's & Dan's ride (see the next listing). Howard created the route from Wentz Run Park (Whitpain Township). 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.

Let's take advantage of the weather and ride to Green Lane once again (this time w/o dark skies and hopefully w/o any milled roads). Expect great company, scenic country roads, and mostly rolling terrain with some short climbs here and there. Rest stop on the way out and lunch break in Schwenksville on the return. Will regroup as needed, but must be able to maintain the listed pace.

For 11/27: Scenic route to Haverford and the Main Line, via Manayunk Bridge Trail and Cynwyd Heritage Trail. We'll also ride through the pretty campus of Haverford College, passing the Duck Pond. Quick rest stop for snack & bathroom at mile 19 in Haverford. Rolling terrain with a couple of brisk climbs. Total elevation gain 2398 feet. Outbound via Flourtown, Chestnut Hill, and Roxborough. Return via Bryn Mawr, Villanova, Conshohocken, and LaFayette Hill. GENERIC DESCRIPTION: Scenic, 30-35-ish mile loop, usually through Montgomery County or Lower Bucks, with a brief rest stop. Unless otherwise stated, this winter afternoon ride will meet most Sundays at Bruno's Diner (finishing point for many of the Sunday morning Wissahickon hikes). Instead of Bruno's, we may on occasion meet at another location in Chestnut Hill. Even if you don't join the hike in the morning, you are welcome to cycle with us on this afternoon ride! We will stop to regroup if needed, but try as much as possible to maintain 13-15mph, due to short daylight. Plan is to return before 5:00pm. Please bring lights, just in case we return in the nick of time. Please ensure that your bike is ready before start time, so that we can leave promptly. Specific details will be posted for each Sunday's Route. Scheduled for EVERY Sunday throughout the winter (for the duration of the hiking season), weather permitting, EXCEPT Feb. 26. This ride will resume on March 5. If winter weather conditions are not conducive to cycling, this ride may be replaced by a snow activity, e.g., cross-country skiing or snow-shoeing. As long as we keep moving throughout the winter, we will maintain our base fitness level for the return of spring cycling in March.

Wissahickon Valley Park is an 1800 acre park in Philadelphia that includes the Wissahickon Creek from its confluence with the Schuylkill River to city line as well as its gorge and adjacent woodland. We will cycle the Forbidden Drive, a cynder, gravel drive. The ominous sounding Forbidden Drive was so named because in the 1920's cars were banned from it.

Riders should be able to maintain the average listed pace. No one dropped. Stop at bakery for a treat about halfway. Bring an on bike snack and plenty to drink. If it rains on Saturday (go or no go will be posted by 7:30 am) the ride will be postponed until Sunday.

Great roads with low traffic. We have a few routes that bring us out around or through Ridley Creek State Park. Average speed will be 16-17 mph, but note that these routes include over 4000' of climbing. Bring a snack for a brief mid-ride break. Consider the on-line routes approximate. Leave by 9:05 AM. Rain cancels.

In honor of Thanksgiving turkey, this ride is a revival of the late Peter Odell's classic route to the Turkey Point Lighthouse, on the peninsula between the Elk River and the North East River, at the head of the Chesapeake Bay. Mostly quiet roads in northwestern Delaware and northeastern Maryland. Rest stop at mile 17, in the cute town of Northeast, MD. ScenicTurkey Point Lighthouse at the tip of the peninsula is at mile 30. (The Lighthouse Trail runs right along the perimeter of the peninsula.) On the return, we have a rest stop at a market/deli at mile 44. Total elevation gainb is 3986 feet. Mostly rolling terrain. We will stop to regroup as needed.Travel time from Philadelphia to Newark is ~one hour. The exact location of the Hollingsworth parking lot is number 19 on this campus map: https://www.udel.edu/visitus/pdfmaps/parkingmap.pdf. This is the lot used by the White Clay Bike Club for their annual Icicle Metric in March.

Probably the traditional Ambler ride. Easy late Fall ride. Short stop in Ambler. Wet roads at 8.30 am or forecast of >50 percent chance of rain during the morning will cancel ride. Cancelation may occur up until 8.30 am.

Devon or Ambler, depending on the group's preference. We'll stop for coffee at mile 40ish in Manayunk. Riders doing the advertised pace will not be dropped. Preregistration is required. If no-one is preregistered, I will not ride past the Italian fountain on my ride. Check BCP website at 8:30 for possible cancelation due to weather.

Enjoy the fall with a hike among the hills in the Wissahickon. Leaves promptly @ 9:30. There will be several climbs that will get the heart pumping. Appropriate foot wear is recommended. Well-behaved canines are welcome (sometimes preferred over owners). I will try to take it easy on those that are new to hiking. A flat option is available for the return. A bathroom break will be at midpoint.

Come discover the Delaware River Pier Parks. . Relaxed paced ride across the city imagining the Spring Garden Greenway to the other river. Please bring helmet, extra tube, water, $ for mid ride snack. Please dress with appropriate cloths for the weather.

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.

For 11/29: New, scenic route to Haverford and the Main Line, via Manayunk Bridge Trail and Cynwyd Heritage Trail. We'll also ride through the pretty campus of Haverford College, passing the Duck Pond. Quick rest stop for snack & bathroom at mile 19 in Haverford. Rolling terrain with a couple of brisk climbs. Total elevation gain 2398 feet. Outbound via Flourtown, Chestnut Hill, and Roxborough. Return via Bryn Mawr, Villanova, Conshohocken, and LaFayette Hill. GENERIC DESCRIPTION: Scenic, 30-35-ish mile loop, usually through Montgomery County or Lower Bucks, with a brief rest stop. Unless otherwise stated, this winter afternoon ride will meet most Sundays at Bruno's Diner (finishing point for many of the Sunday morning Wissahickon hikes). Instead of Bruno's, we may on occasion meet at another location in Chestnut Hill. Even if you don't join the hike in the morning, you are welcome to cycle with us on this afternoon ride! We will stop to regroup if needed, but try as much as possible to maintain 13-15mph, due to short daylight. Plan is to return before 5:00pm. Please bring lights, just in case we return in the nick of time. Please ensure that your bike is ready before start time, so that we can leave promptly. Specific details will be posted for each Sunday's Route. Scheduled for EVERY Sunday throughout the winter (for the duration of the hiking season), weather permitting, EXCEPT Feb. 21. (Leader will be away cross-country skiing on 2/21). This ride will resume on Feb. 28. If winter weather conditions are not conducive to cycling, this ride may be replaced by a snow activity, e.g., cross-country skiing or snow-shoeing. As long as we keep moving throughout the winter, we will maintain our base fitness level for the return of spring cycling in March.

Was hoping to list for Tuesday, but the Tuesday forecast has not been improving, hence... Let's ride today to Skippack. Its a route we can cut short a couple of miles, or a number of miles depending on how we feel (re temperature/wind/sun/clouds). Expect scenic and low trafficked roads, good company and rolling terrain (climbing Bean is the only real hill). Will regroup as needed, but please be prepared to ride the listed pace. Pizza stop for lunch unless the group prefers something else.