Ride Calendar

FOR 12/02: Pretty loop, based on Rich Wagner's Mother's Day Ride, from Fischer's Park on Bustard Rd in Towamencin, to the northern reaches of Montgomery County. On the outbound, we have a quick rest stop at mile 15 in Franconia. Lunch stop is at a Wawa at mile 32. On the return, we have an optional rest stop at mile 47 in Salfordville. Along the way, we'll explore country roads and cross a few creeks. Total climbing 3096 feet. Please click on the route map link to review the climbing profile. We will stop to regroup as needed. Cue sheets will be provided. Every rider is strongly encouraged to take a cue sheet. GENERIC DESCRIPTION: Scenic adventures by bike on most Fridays (virtually every Friday), 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.

I am still in South Carolina, Charlotte, NC tomorrow cycling from Key West to Charlotte. Jeffrey Dubb will fill in for me. He is willing to lead the ride either to the French Bakery in Narberth, 25 miles or to Pauline's in Norristown, 35 miles, all on the SRT. Consenses rules where to ride. Thank you Jeffrey.

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.

Hilly but pretty and meandering loop through southern Chester County, PA and northern Delaware, crossing the scenic Brandywine Creek a few times, as well as a few other creeks and streams. This route is based on a ride led by Tom Madle and Katie Eberhart, with an additional loop around the lovely & peaceful Hoopes Reservoir. We'll ride on "Stargazer Rd", and through green, rural countryside. Optional quick stop in Unionville at mile 19. Indoor rest stop at mile 27 in Kennett Square - choice of eateries. Total elevation gain is 3000 ft. We will stop to regroup as needed. Most of the climbing is in the first half. Please bring an on-bike snack with you, as well as two water bottles. We will stop to regroup as needed. No one dropped, but we will try to maintain 13mph average, as advertised. CARPOOLING: 8:30am - Leader will be in the parking lot of Conklin Playground, 15 East Church Rd, Elkins Park. Conklin is located half a block south of the intersection of Church Rd & Cottman/Township Line/PA-73. (Dunkin' Donuts is on the corner of Cottman & Church.) If you would like to meet at an alternative location for car-pooling, in NE Phila. or eastern Montgomery County, please contact the Leader.

Friendly C+ ride with, but not limited to, the following destinations: 1. Ambler 2. Whole Foods North Wales 3. Wegman's King of Prussia 4. Whole Foods Devon 5. Ridley Creek State Park area. BE SURE TO CHECK THE DAILY RIDE CALENDAR FOR RIDE LEADER AND DESTINATION INFORMATION. Bring money for lunch. Nobody is dropped. Ride may be cancelled up to 1 hour prior to departure time. Indication that cue sheets and/or GPS navigational information will be available no later than 24 hours prior to departure

Casual rides, weather permitting, rain, snow, ice, temperature. Start with a coffee, and warm up with coffee @ the end. Remember, DRESS for the weather. BCP rules apply. 18 years and older. The route will be determined by number of people who show up and where they would like to go. Ride will be between the distance listed above. Contact email below or www.Kayuhbicycles.com, for more details.

Level intermediate hike, 6-8 miles miles. Meet at Valley Green. The hike leaves at 9:30 am. We will be hiking mostly on the beautiful trails, but we can direct you to the flat Forbidden Drive if you would like a less strenuous route. Hiking shoes or boots make hiking easier. Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome for the hike. Hope to see you there.

Fairmount Park Christmas mansion tour. Visit three of the Park mansions, decorated in the colonial Christmas style. There is a charge to tour each Mansion, I haven't found it yet http://parkcharms.com/holiday-tours/ Please bring helmet, water, locks, cash and a spare tube for your tire. Check the website or ride leader for more details.

A true C ride that 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 12/04: 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.

A fast and flat sprint to the airport and back. Two starts, 6am at the top of the trail ramp and the south st bridge, 6:10am at the 40th st trolley portal. Half this ride is flat as, well, an airport, and out of any traffic. When we're flat let's pace and get the speed up, then play it safe on the ride back. Leave time is important so that we're back before the morning rush and in time to be productive in our days. ******This ride will start in the dark; a 200+ lumen front light and at least one rear flasher are required for everyone's safety****** Riders averaging 17mh (sprints 22+) will not be dropped. >20% rain cancels, >10mph cancels, <33F cancels.

to wet to ride tonight - see you next week Is spinning too boring a way to maintain your riding fitness level? Join us on Tuesday nights for a ride down the SRT to the Art Museum and back. We leave from the Jacobs Engineering parking lot on Ash Street on the left closest to the river and ride to the Art Museum via Umbria Street, Main Street Manayunk, and, if there are enough of us, MLK Drive. There is a brief stop at Lloyd Hall. Other paces may be offered if there is a leader. Strong headlamp (200 lumen minimum), and tail light are required as is reflective clothing. Rain, Snow or Ice on the trail or roads, and daytime high below freezing will cancel the ride.

For 12/9: Leader has to work in the morning, so today's ride will leave at noon. Route is being developed. GENERIC DESCRIPTION: 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. 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.

We have been hearing good things about Sheri's Restaurant in the Kensington neighborhood. So let's spect it out. This is a grimy, gridy, edgy city ride. Come cycle exploring and enjoy breakfast!

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.

Scenic route from Narberth farther into the pretty Main Line, then south of West Chester Pike to the Country Deli in Gradyville. Coffee/snack stop at the deli at mile 24. Outbound via Bryn Mawr and Villanova, return via Haverford . Cycle through peaceful horse farm countryside. Rolling to hilly terrain with total elevation of 3241feet. Plan is to return by 2:15, in order to set-up for the social event at Main Line Cycles which starts at 3:00pm.

Assemble at 9:25. We willl leave at 9:30 SHARP! Due to predicted cold weather, this ride will be shorter, and leave later, than usual. Ride through East Falls, Mount Airy, Chestnut Hill, Wyndmor, Oreland, Flourtown, Manayunk, and Bala Cynwyd. Several hills, but no killers. Thirty minute coffee stop at Starbucks in Flourtown at mile 20 or so. (It's all about the coffee.) Will regroup at top of long hills if necessary, but riders are expected to do the advertised pace (which is what our computers should read as "average" at the finish). Please preregister. It saves time and improves substantially my ability to read your emergency information.

Friendly C+ ride with, but not limited to, the following destinations: 1. Ambler 2. Whole Foods North Wales 3. Wegman's King of Prussia 4. Whole Foods Devon 5. Ridley Creek State Park area. BE SURE TO CHECK THE DAILY RIDE CALENDAR FOR RIDE LEADER AND DESTINATION INFORMATION. Bring money for lunch. Nobody is dropped. Ride may be cancelled up to 1 hour prior to departure time. Indication that cue sheets and/or GPS navigational information will be available no later than 24 hours prior to departure

This is an INDOOR social event, held RAIN OR SHINE. Social and educational meeting for members, to help us "Keep Rolling Through the Winter," that is, how to maintain one's physical fitness & conditioning (via outdoor and/or indoor training), how to winterize one's bicycle for cold weather & harsh road conditions, and, how to dress properly for outdoor activities in the cold. Kira Sender, DPT, Physical Therapist, will present training techniques to maintain strength, as well as aerobic conditioning & stamina for the bike. Cassidy Vare will speak on the topics of how to winterize one's bike, as well as how to dress effectively for outdoor exercise in the cold. We will have time for socializing, and for posing questions to our expert presenters. REFRESHMENTS will be served, including beer & wine. VOLUNTEERS APPRECIATED: If you are able to arrive ~2:15 to assist with set-up, THANK YOU! Program will run from 3:00 until 5:00pm. Hope to see you there! Please note: Preregistration (RSVP) link is available below for this social event, to help provide us with an approximate number of guests. If you think that you are likely to attend, please preregister at the link below to RSVP, so that we can obtain the appropriate amount of refreshments. PARKING: Parking is available in the lot immediately adjacent to Fast Signs and Main Line Cycles, in front of and behind what used to be the "Annie Sez" store. PUBLIC TRANSIT: SEPTA's 44 bus runs along Montgomery Ave, in front of Main Line Cycles. The Narberth train station, near Narberth and Haverford Aves, is a few blocks from Main Line Cycles. The Narberth train station is served by the R5 rail line, which runs from Paoli-Thorndale into Center City, then, north to Lansdale-Doylestown.

Casual rides, weather permitting, rain, snow, ice, temperature. Start with a coffee, and warm up with coffee @ the end. Remember, DRESS for the weather. BCP rules apply. 18 years and older. The route will be determined by number of people who show up and where they would like to go. Ride will be between the distance listed above. Contact email below or www.Kayuhbicycles.com, for more details.

As Winston Churchill said, "Golf is a good walk spoiled." So we'll meet at the Walnut Lane Golf Club but skip the golfing and just walk, enjoying the scenic gorge, the fresh air and good company. Of course, Churchill also said, "If you're going through hell, keep going." But I promise it won't be like that. Hope you can make it!

Ride through Fairmount Park and beyond. Helmet required. Bring $ for mid ride snack, water, clothes for winter riding, extra tube, and smiles.

A true C ride that 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 12/11: Pretty route from Bruno's to Bryn Athyn, riding past the Cathedral and through the campus of Bryn Athyn College. Outbound via Oreland and Glenside, return via Jenkintown and Erdenheim. We'll cross the scenic Pennypack Creek. Rest stop at mile 24 in the food court of GIANT Market in Rockledge. Total elevation gain 1863 feet. 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.

Is spinning too boring a way to maintain your riding fitness level? Join us on Tuesday nights for a ride down the SRT to the Art Museum and back. We leave from the Jacobs Engineering parking lot on Ash Street on the left closest to the river and ride to the Art Museum via Umbria Street, Main Street Manayunk, and, if there are enough of us, MLK Drive. There is a brief stop at Lloyd Hall. Other paces may be offered if there is a leader. Strong headlamp (200 lumen minimum), and tail light are required as is reflective clothing. Rain, Snow or Ice on the trail or roads, and daytime high below freezing will cancel the ride.

You are invited to a BCP Happy Hour at Fermentaria 35 Cricket Terrace Ardmore, PA 19003 Fermentaria was named the best PA Brewer in 2015. Great beer and food. Come on out and join us. The club will provide appetizers, samplers and great company.

12:16: Leader has to work in the morning, so we'll meet at 1:00pm. Depending on what the group would prefer, we can either ride to a nearby cafe for something hot, or, walk/hike in the Wissahickon (either Forbidden Drive, or one of the higher trails.) 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 9:05 AM. Rain cancels.

CANCELLED, due to weather. Will try to reschedule. This scenic route through southern Delaware County & eastern Chester County is a revival of a holiday-themed ride from "back in the day", when Bob Paradise was President of BCP. Pretty (but hilly) loop to and from Longwood Gardens, which is decorated to the hilt for Christmas. We have the OPTION of buying tickets to enter to see their indoor Christmas Tree show - IF our group would like to do this. If the group would prefer to NOT do the indoor tour, this is fine - we can admire the outdoor decorations, then get back on the road sooner. On the outbound, we have a quick Wawa break if needed at mile 13. At mile 22, we can stop for lunch at Northbrook Orchards Market. After Longwood Gardens, there's a Wawa stop if needed at mile 36 on the return. This route will take us through part of Ridley Creek State Park, past Cheyney University, and some peaceful stretches along Creek Rd. Rolling to hilly terrain with total elevation gain of 3989 feet. We will stop to regroup as needed. No one dropped, but we will try to maintain 13mph average, as advertised. Please click on the route map link below to preview the route, as well as the elevation (climbing) profile. For more info on the Christmas show at Longwood Gardens, please visit www.longwoodgardens.org. The meeting point (Rose Tree Park in Media) is accessible via the Blue Route to the US-1 Bypass. CARPOOLING: Leader is available to meet for carpooling, ~8:30am, in eastern Montgomery County or Northeast Philadelphia.

Friendly C+ ride with, but not limited to, the following destinations: 1. Ambler 2. Whole Foods North Wales 3. Wegman's King of Prussia 4. Whole Foods Devon 5. Ridley Creek State Park area. BE SURE TO CHECK THE DAILY RIDE CALENDAR FOR RIDE LEADER AND DESTINATION INFORMATION. Bring money for lunch. Nobody is dropped. Ride may be cancelled up to 1 hour prior to departure time. Indication that cue sheets and/or GPS navigational information will be available no later than 24 hours prior to departure

POSTPONED due to weather/RESCHEDULED for Friday, December 23. Annual celebratory ride around the residential streets of South Philly, enjoying the amazingly bright and colorful displays of Christmas lights, which adorn many of the homes (as well as entire blocks). Theme this year is "Santa Claus Goes to Space." Dinner stop at a restaurant near the end of the route. Holiday decorations and/or illuminations on cyclists and their bikes are encouraged, but not necessary. Dress warmly, in layers, since we will not be riding very fast. Bicycle head lights and tail lights are required for safety.

Casual rides, weather permitting, rain, snow, ice, temperature. Start with a coffee, and warm up with coffee @ the end. Remember, DRESS for the weather. BCP rules apply. 18 years and older. The route will be determined by number of people who show up and where they would like to go. Ride will be between the distance listed above. Contact email below or www.Kayuhbicycles.com, for more details.

Weekly winter Sunday morning hiking in the Wissahickon Gorge. We will be hiking mostly on the beautiful trails, but we can direct you to the flat Forbidden Drive if you need to shorten or bail out at any time. Hiking shoes or boots make hiking easier and if there is snow, crampons for your boots are recommended. Well-behaved, dogs are welcome for the hike. Hike leaves promptly at 9:30AM. Hope to see you there and on future hikes.

Come join Helen and I for a walk in the woods over hill and dale and along the scenic Ridley Creek. Moderately rolling terrain with good footing. Total mileage about 6 miles or 2.5 hours. Please dress for the weather in layers and bring some water and a snack. Optional lunch at local eatery afterwards. More info on the park here: http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks/findapark/ridleycreek/index.htm Nasty weather such as ice or heavy rain or snow will cancel. Check here before leaving if in doubt. Hope you can join us!

Ride through Fairmount Park and beyond. Helmet required. Bring $ for mid ride snack, water, clothes for winter riding, extra tube, and smiles.

A true C ride that 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 12/18: New twist on a scenic loop through Chestnut Hill, Roxborough, Manayunk, Bala Cynwyd, Narberth, Ardmore, Villanova, and Conshohocken. We'll cross the Schuylkill River from Manayunk to Bala Cynwyd on the new Manayunk Bridge Trail. Rest stop in Ardmore Suburban Square (Farmers Market,Trader Joe's, or Starbucks) at mile 22. Total elevation gain 2375 feet with rolling terrain. Please click on the ridewithgps.com map link to preview the route and the elevation profile. 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. 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, for prompt departure. 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 the first Sunday of March. 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.

The Riverbend Coffee Shop and Bicycle Shop offers Suzy Jo Donuts only on Tuesdays! Reason enough to ride the chill to Spring Mill at the bend on the Schuylkill River Trail! It will be a brisk pace since it is rumored that they sell out.

RESCHEDULED from Saturday, due to inclement weather. This scenic route through southern Delaware County & eastern Chester County is a revival of a holiday-themed ride from "back in the day", when Bob Paradise was President of BCP. Pretty (but hilly) loop to and from Longwood Gardens, which is decorated to the hilt for Christmas. We have the OPTION of buying tickets to enter to see their indoor Christmas Tree show - IF our group would like to do this. If the group would prefer to NOT do the indoor tour, this is fine - we can admire the outdoor decorations, then get back on the road sooner. On the outbound, we have a quick Wawa break if needed at mile 13. At mile 22, we can stop for lunch at Northbrook Orchards Market. After Longwood Gardens, there's a Wawa stop if needed at mile 36 on the return. This route will take us through part of Ridley Creek State Park, past Cheyney University, and some peaceful stretches along Creek Rd. Rolling to hilly terrain with total elevation gain of 3989 feet. We will stop to regroup as needed. No one dropped, but we will try to maintain 13mph average, as advertised. Please click on the route map link below to preview the route, as well as the elevation (climbing) profile. For more info on the Christmas show at Longwood Gardens, please visit www.longwoodgardens.org. The meeting point (Rose Tree Park in Media) is accessible via the Blue Route to the US-1 Bypass. CARPOOLING: Leader is available to meet for carpooling, ~8:30am, in eastern Montgomery County or Northeast Philadelphia.

Is spinning too boring a way to maintain your riding fitness level? Join us on Tuesday nights for a ride down the SRT to the Art Museum and back. We leave from the Jacobs Engineering parking lot on Ash Street on the left closest to the river and ride to the Art Museum via Umbria Street, Main Street Manayunk, and, if there are enough of us, MLK Drive. There is a brief stop at Lloyd Hall. Other paces may be offered if there is a leader. Strong headlamp (200 lumen minimum), and tail light are required as is reflective clothing. Rain, Snow or Ice on the trail or roads, and daytime high below freezing will cancel the ride.

The Phoenixville nighttime dog rides continue until daylight savings time begins. Come join us for beautiful rides on low-traffic roads A strong headlight and taillight are required. No one dropped, regroup as necessary, but please be prepared to ride the advertised pace on rolling to hilly terrain.

12/23: Leader has to work in the morning, so here's a short afternoon loop, leaving at 12:30. Pretty loop from Erdenheim to the Whole Foods Market in North Wales. Total elevation gain 1606 feet. Quick, indoor rest stop at Whole Foods at the half-way point. Plan is to return to the finish by ~3:30pm. 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.

RESCHEDULED from last Saturday, due to inclement weather. Annual celebratory ride around the residential streets of South Philly, enjoying the amazingly bright and colorful displays of Christmas lights, which adorn many of the homes (as well as entire blocks). Theme this year is "Santa Claus Goes to Space." Dinner stop at a restaurant near the end of the route. Holiday decorations and/or illuminations on cyclists and their bikes are encouraged, but not necessary. Dress warmly, in layers, since we will not be riding very fast. Bicycle head lights and tail lights are required for safety.

Every Saturday thru March we will ride 17.5 miles to Kimberton Wholefood store in Kimberton for an indoor coffee break, the ride 17.5 miles back to Valley Forge. Plan is to be back in VF by noon.

I want a good cup of coffee at Orange Blossom Bakery and Cafe in Riverton, NJ. They also have a full breakfast menu. We will experience the mid nineteenth centry industrial Philadelphia, PA waterfront with the Victorian waterfront of Riverton, NJ. We might need to walk our bikes across the bridge walkway. Last two times, the walk bikes sign was not there, so I cycled across on the walkway. Retuning through Camden and cycling over the Ben Franklin Bridge walkway after carrying our bikes up the three flights of stairs by to Philly. Rain, snow, icy roads cancels ride but not temperature.

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.

Scenic loop from Ft. Washington State Park HAWK WATCH parking lot, to Bucks County - peaceful Tyler State Park and the charming (and historic) borough of Newtown, crossing the Neshaminy Creek. (Newtown was founded by William Penn in 1684. The colonial part of town looks especially pretty when decorated for the holidays.) Lunch stop at an indoor food court at mile 24. On the return, we'll cross scenic Springfield Lake in Churchville. At mile 39, there is a mega-Wawa, if another rest stop is needed. Total climbing is 2508 feet - not too strenuous, but enough to burn off some calories in advance of our holiday feasts and treats. Please click on the route map link below, to preview the route and the elevation profile. We will stop to regroup as needed. No one dropped, but, we will try to maintain the advertised pace. Plan is to return by 3:00, in order to get home early & get ready for holiday festivities tonight. SHORT-CUT OPTION: Shortly after starting the ride at FWSP Hawk Watch, we will pass UDHS at mile 3 (~9:30-ish). We can stop at UDHS if more riders would like to join us there. On the return to FWSP, around mile 48, there is a way to detour off the cue sheet to return to UDHS. This would shave off ~7 miles total. If you would like to ride a shorter loop from UDHS, please contact the Leaders. Thank you!

Friendly C+ ride with, but not limited to, the following destinations: 1. Ambler 2. Whole Foods North Wales 3. Wegman's King of Prussia 4. Whole Foods Devon 5. Ridley Creek State Park area. BE SURE TO CHECK THE DAILY RIDE CALENDAR FOR RIDE LEADER AND DESTINATION INFORMATION. Bring money for lunch. Nobody is dropped. Ride may be cancelled up to 1 hour prior to departure time. Indication that cue sheets and/or GPS navigational information will be available no later than 24 hours prior to departure

Casual rides, weather permitting, rain, snow, ice, temperature. Start with a coffee, and warm up with coffee @ the end. Remember, DRESS for the weather. BCP rules apply. 18 years and older. The route will be determined by number of people who show up and where they would like to go. Ride will be between the distance listed above. Contact email below or www.Kayuhbicycles.com, for more details.

Every Sunday thru March we will ride 17.5 miles to Hennings Market in Harleysville for an indoor coffee break, then ride 17.5 mile back to Valley Forge. Plan is to be back in VF by noon.

Ride to the WaWa in Skippack. Riders should be able to keep the average pace. Quick stop at WaWa for bathrooms and a snack. Idea is to e back by 12:30 ish. Rain or wet roads cancels.

Come join the four wise men on their annual pilgrimage for celebrants and non-celebrants alike. We will go anywhere that provides us food and drink and on such a glorious day our destination is usually limited to Dunkin' Donuts. We plan on returning by 1 PM, usually adequate time to rejoin our families or catch a matinee.

Ride with your holiday gift. A. Relaxed paced ride around Fairmount Park. We will try to avoid hills and fast speeds. Midride will find us at 30th Street and Station to have a relaxing hot chocolate or other snack of your choice. Helmet required. Bring extra tube for tire, $ for snack, appropriate clothing for weather conditions, and water. Preregistered riders will receive notice of cancelation in case of bad weather. Ice or snow will cancel, but not cold weather.

A true C ride that 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.

CANCELLED for 12/25 - NO RIDE ON CHRISTMAS 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. (Leader will be away cross-country skiing on 2/26). 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.

Going to Bucks County - peaceful Tyler State Park and the charming (and historic) borough of Newtown, crossing the Neshaminy Creek. Lunch stop at an indoor food court at cue sheet mile 24. On the return, we'll cross scenic Springfield Lake in Churchville. At cue sheet mile 39, there is a mega-Wawa, if another rest stop is needed. Total climbing is about 2500 feet. Please click on the route map link below, to preview the route and the elevation profile. We will stop to regroup as needed. Riders must be able to keep the average pace. Cue sheets are available on line only. The on-line route map shows leaving and returning to Ft. Washington State Park but we will leave and return to UDHS. route is at https://ridewithgps.com/routes/18159448

Friendly C+ ride. Today, we'll doing the MGMLT Meander at a true C+ pace. Nobody will be dropped, and we will regroup as necessary. Bring $ for a food stop at the halfway point. A ride may be cancelled up to 1 hour prior to departure time due to inclement weather. Please note the 10:45 starting time.

The Riverbend Coffee Shop and Bicycle Shop offers Suzy Jo Donuts only on Tuesdays! Reason enough to ride the chill to Spring Mill at the bend on the Schuylkill River Trail! It will be a brisk pace since it is rumored that they sell out.

Is spinning too boring a way to maintain your riding fitness level? Join us on Tuesday nights for a ride down the SRT to the Art Museum and back. We leave from the Jacobs Engineering parking lot on Ash Street on the left closest to the river and ride to the Art Museum via Umbria Street, Main Street Manayunk, and, if there are enough of us, MLK Drive. There is a brief stop at Lloyd Hall. Other paces may be offered if there is a leader. Strong headlamp (200 lumen minimum), and tail light are required as is reflective clothing. Rain, Snow or Ice on the trail or roads, and daytime high below freezing will cancel the ride.

Postponed to January 3. All welcome to help mail the newsletter, snacks and good company guaranteed along with some light work.

The Phoenixville nighttime dog rides continue until daylight savings time begins. Come join us for beautiful rides on low-traffic roads A strong headlight and taillight are required. No one dropped, regroup as necessary, but please be prepared to ride the advertised pace on rolling to hilly terrain.

Join me for a breakfast ride to Ikea in Conshy via the SRT. We will stop at Riverbend cafe on the way out for what Tim calls a real cup of coffee. $2 breakfast at Ikea. We will leave at 8:45 AM.

Leader has to work in the morning, so today's ride will leave 12:30pm. (The Longwood Gardens ride has been rescheduled for next week.) This route will meet at Laurel Beech Park, and meander through Wyndmoor, Erdenheim, and Chestnut Hill, then down Barren Hill to pick up the Schuylkill River Trail at Spring Mill. We'll take the flat SRT to Valley Forge, cross the Sullivan Bridge, ride through Valley Forge National Park, then head to the Panera Cafe (or Starbucks) in the Gateway Shopping Center in Wayne for something hot (coffee, soup, etc.) The rest stop is at the half-way point. We'll return via the flat SRT to Spring Mill, then weave through Chestnut Hill back to Wyndmoor. Plan is to return by 4:45pm (sunset). Please bring lights, just in case we return after sunset. Total elevation gain on this route is pretty mild - 1774 feet.

Great roads with low traffic. We have a few routes that bring us out around or through Ridley Creek State Park. Bring a snack for a brief mid-ride break. Consider the on-line routes approximate. Leave by 8:35 AM. Rain cancels.

Let's try this ride again, rained out last two times listing it. I want a good cup of coffee at Orange Blossom Bakery and Cafe in Riverton, NJ. They also have a full breakfast menu. We will experience the mid nineteenth centry industrial Philadelphia, PA waterfront with the Victorian waterfront of Riverton, NJ. We might need to walk our bikes across the bridge walkway. Last two times, the walk bikes sign was not there, so I cycled across on the walkway. Retuning through Camden and cycling over the Ben Franklin Bridge walkway after carrying our bikes up the three flights of stairs by to Philly. Rain, snow, icy roads cancels ride but not temperature.

Fill out those last miles to reach your cycling goal for 2016 or get a head start on your 2017 resolutions.  We will ride from HHHS to Carversville via Dark Hollow Road and New Hope.  Optional bathroom stop at mile 11, real bathroom stop at Bulls Island - mile 31, and lunch stop at the Carversville General Store at mile 33.  We will try to get back by 3 so you can head out for your New Years celebrations. There will be 2 pace groups - John and Linda will lead/sweep 13-14, Elliot will lead a faster group Rain, Snow, Ice on the roads or starting temp below freezing will cancel the ride.

Every Saturday thru March we will ride 17.5 miles to Kimberton Wholefood store in Kimberton for an indoor coffee break, the ride 17.5 miles back to Valley Forge. Plan is to be back in VF by noon.

Friendly C+ ride with, but not limited to, the following destinations: 1. Ambler 2. Whole Foods North Wales 3. Wegman's King of Prussia 4. Whole Foods Devon 5. Ridley Creek State Park area. BE SURE TO CHECK THE DAILY RIDE CALENDAR FOR RIDE LEADER AND DESTINATION INFORMATION. Bring money for lunch. Nobody is dropped. Ride may be cancelled up to 1 hour prior to departure time. Indication that cue sheets and/or GPS navigational information will be available no later than 24 hours prior to departure