Ride Calendar

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.

Let's ride out the Schuylkill River Trail to Norristown, PA to have breakfast. Simple, out and back. Almost no traffic and of course almost flat. If it is raining at 8am, the ride cancels.

Friendly C+ ride. We're off to the Whole Foods at Devon this week. Bring money or food for lunch. YOU MUST CARRY A SPARE TUBE. Ride may be cancelled up to 1 hour prior to departure time. It is a 45 mile ride with ~ 2,300 feet of climbing. At this point in the season we will be riding at the upper end of the speed range. We will finish at the "Parks on Tap" at Paine's Park (next to the Art Museum) - so bring an ID if you want an after ride refreshment.

Kayuh Pedalers' Rides will continue through the Summer. The ride distance & destination will be decided on day of the ride & will be determined on the temperature & riders that show up Any changes to start time or destination update will be listed. BCP rules apply, that includes Helmet & water. No helmet, No ride!

Mostly flat route from Stone Harbor/Avalon inland to Belleplain and Millville, then back to the shore. Mike Krizauskas of BCP, SCU, and the Jersey Shore Cycling Club developed these routes. We will ride past Laurel Lake, cross the Maurice River, and ride through Belleplain State Forest and pass peaceful Lake Nummy. Total climbing for the 88-mi route is 1011 feet. No one dropped, but we will try to maintain the advertised pace. Rest stops along the way at mile 32 (Wawa), mile 44 (Wawa) and mile 68 (Lake Nummy). Mike Krizauskas will be leading a shorter route (51-mi) at a faster pace (16-18mph). If you would like to do the 51-mi shorter route, this is the route map link: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/3046826. The 51-miler has two rest stops, at Wawa and Belleplain's Lake Nummy. DRIVING DIRECTIONS: From Philadelphia, please allow at least 90 mins drive time to Avalon/Stone Harbor, via Atlantic City Expressway & Garden State Parkway. From the Garden State Parkway, use Exit 13/Avalon Boulevard. If you miss Exit 13, take the next one - Exit 10B/Stone Harbor Blvd. If you are coming from other Shore Points, take the Ocean Drive. PARKING: Parking is available on 1st Avenue (parallel to the beach), and on 2nd Ave/Dune Drive. Recreation Center opens at 8:00am, and there are bathrooms available at the Rec Center. Please arrive no later than 9:15 in order for us to depart promptly 9:30

A really nice route through central Lancaster County. Guaranteed to see Amish. The ride will have two rest stops, and 1800' of climbing. For those up to the challenge, an extra 20 mile loop will be added to the end of the ride. The Tour de New Holland ride start will be at Community Memorial Park (E. Jackson St & Park Ave) in New Holland, PA. FYI: New Holland is just west of Blue Ball on PA-23 (where we start the Mt. Gretna rides)

Laid back ride through Narberth, Ardmore, Bryn Mawr, Merion Gulf Manor, Havertown, and Wynnewood, with about 1100' of climbing. There are a couple of WAWAs enroute for food, water, etc. No one will be dropped.

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

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.

Whether you decide to ride the 48, or the 68 mile route, an optional post ride swim will be available. The New Holland public pool is on the same block as our ride start location. The pool will be open until 8:00pm Sunday and will cost $9.00. Concessions (vending machines) are available. Bring your beach chairs. - There is also a chip 'n putt golf course next to the ride start location.

Ride with the largest evening cycling group in the Delaware Valley ( over 100 riders). Eight 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 new routes. Today we'll meander thru Montgomery County on some of our favorite Tuesday roads. Park pit stop on the way out then lunch stop in Skippack (Italian Market, WaWa or Pizza, your choice). Expect lots of rolling hills with a few longer but not steep climbs, scenic/low trafficked roads and good company. Will regroup as needed, but must be able to maintain the posted pace. Must also be willing to ride safely and obey traffic laws. Check day of the ride if weather is iffy (rain cancels).

Fourth of July is a must for a swim party. Let's incorporate a bicycle ride into the swim party to Lake Atsion Recreational Area at the western edge of the NJ Pine Barrens, Wharton State Park. Two dollar entrance fee. There is a refeshment stand for food or pack a lunch with your swim wear. This is an all day event not getting back until 7pm. Rain one hour before ride start cancels.

Where better to ride on Independence Day than Valley Forge? Declaring our independence from a (British) bulldog at 9am, the cavalry will ride for a resupply at Pour Richards. We'll then press onward toward Valley Forge and celebrate a turning point in our route. After a brief R&R, we'll continue the campaign through the farms of Norristown and finally onward toward victory in the nations first capital. *** The online map is provisional and we may choose alternate roads. Will regroup at top of long hills as needed, but riders are expected to achieve advertised pace (which is what our computers read as "average" at the finish). Any rider _significantly_ behind at the Pennfield Station (Mile 10 Regroup) may be asked to evaluate their ability to complete the following 52 miles. PLEASE PREREGISTER: It saves time and increases substantially my ability to read the important info on the sign-in sheet. Rain>50% and/or Wind>15mph will cancel.

Tuesday evening C+/B- ride from North Penn High School. We will meet at 6pm every Tuesday evening through the end of September. The rides will begin the season at 13-14mph and increase to occasional 15-16mph rides as the season slowly progresses. The riding distance is determined by the amount of sunlight. Come on out and discover new roads and routes. We never repeat a route during a single season.

Ride north towards Ambler riding through Schuylkill Park to Stenton Rd. How far out we go depends on daylight available. No cue sheet. No rest stops. Will regroup to let the ride leader catch up.

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. Enjoy a friendly, non-competitive ride on quiet roads through pretty residential neighborhoods. Occasionally, we'll ride on park trails. 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.

Multi-level group rides every Wednesday 6pm April thru September. See weekly ride description for more details

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. Non-competitive ride on quiet roads through pretty, residential neighborhoods. 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.

These are beautiful rides on low-traffic roads. No one dropped, regroup as necessary, but please be prepared to ride the advertised pace on rolling to hilly terrain. Precipitation cancels.

Thursday evening C+/B- ride from North Penn High School. We will meet at 6pm every Thursday evening through the end of September. The rides will begin the season at 13-14mph and increase to occasional 15-16mph rides as the season slowly progresses. The riding distance is determined by the amount of sunlight. Come on out and discover new roads and routes. We never repeat a route during a single season.

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.

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. Must also be willing to ride safely and obey traffic laws. 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 3 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 doing the listed pace will be dropped. 50% chance of rain between 6:00 and 8:00 cancels the ride Cue sheets will not be available. This year we will have 2 different paced groups. Chris will lead a B pace ride at 14.5 - 15.5 mph and Joe will lead the traditional pace at 13.5 -14.5 mph.

A slower "C" level version of the Thursday night hill ride, we start just after the B-/C+ group and climb the hills of Gladwyne.

This is a pretty loop from the Whole Foods Market in Jenkintown to the Whole Foods in Plymouth Meeting. Outbound via Abington, Oreland, and Blue Bell. Rest stop at the Whole Foods in Plymouth Meeting at the half-way mark (mile 20). Return via Spring Mill, Flourtown, and Glenside. Only one rest stop is planned. Total elevation gain is 1875 ft, per RidewithGPS.com. Mostly rolling terrain - tallest climb is 380 ft. Leader needs to return by 12 noon.

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.

Bristol, PA has a wonderful Pennsylania Dutch Farmers' market so let's cycle there this week. Follow the Delaware River North to the head of the Pennsylvania Canal. Refreshments at the Bristol Framers' Market. The return route thru Philadelphia, will be over Torresdale, Ave.

Since we got rained out Thursday,  we missed the opportunity to work off all of those July 4th calories we enjoyed.  The route starts at HHHS and goes via Dark Hollow Road through New Hope to Carversville with a few different roads than we have used in the past.  After a bio break at Bulls Island and a lunch stop at the General Store at Mile 33, we will head back through Doylestown with an optional stop at the Del Val Market.   Please bring drinks, snacks, money for lunch.  Please also bring spare tubes and be ready to ride at the advertised pace.   Rain, snow or other weather nasty's will cancel the ride.   RSVPs are appreciated Co-leader welcome if part of the group wants to ride at a faster pace.

Friendly C+ ride that seems to have moved into a B- category as the season has progressed. This week we are off to Whole Foods North Wales, about a 53 mile round trip with about 2,300 feet of climbing, Bring food or money for lunch. YOU MUST CARRY A SPARE TUBE. Nobody is dropped. Ride may be cancelled up to 1 hour prior to departure time. Please use the preregister option.

Bring your 29er, CX, Gravel or equip your road bike with wider tires as we mashup rides across various asphalt, gravel and sometimes dirt terrains. Expect a good challenge as we grind gravel trails and hit a few climbs with great company for no other purpose than to have fun and put in a few unpaved miles.

Kayuh Pedalers' Rides will continue through the Summer. The ride distance & destination will be decided on day of the ride & will be determined on the temperature & riders that show up Any changes to start time or destination update will be listed. BCP rules apply, that includes Helmet & water. No helmet, No ride!

Hilly but beautiful ride (approx 4400 ft of climbing). Rest stop mile 20 and 38. Food at mile 27 at Malvern Wawa. Hilly return through the Main Line. Must be able to keep advertised pace. Please print your own cue sheet from the link below.

Anyone intersted in a tandem ride Sunday morning? I am thinking 9:30 AM start time. Conshohocken to Llloyd Hall (by the Art Museum) and back. Riding from Conshohocken on the SRT into Manayunk (via Unbria). From there taking the Manayunk Bridge Trail up over to the Cynwood Heritage trail, cutting through the West Laurel Hill Cemetary, then back down across the river at Penncoyd Bridge. This gets us to the tip of Mainstreet (Manayunk) and connecting to Kelly Drive, We will cross the Falls Bridge, and then MLK (closed to cars) down the the Museum. We take a break at Lloyd Hall, then head back on Kelly Drive (Closed to cars) to Manayunk, down Mainstreet to Unbria, then the SRT back to Conshy. So there are a few hills in there, but it is mostly flat. We will have a nice hydration/restroom break at Lloyd Hall, and if desired, we can get something to eat in Conshy when we return. There will be some shade and some sun. If some want to head futher out on the SRT from there, this is an option. Total time - 3 hours.

Ride the Schuylkill tow path, and the SRT to the outbound Cafe. Ride will regroup as needed and no one is left behind. You will need a helmet, tube for your tire, a snack and water. Rain or high winds will cancel the ride, but check with the ride leader if in question.

A true C ride that cheerfully waits to regroup. Headed to Ambler, 35 miles round trip with a lunch stop. Meet at the Italian Fountain, near the parking garage sign.

A fast and flat sprint to the airport and back. Half this ride is flat 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. Riders with a moving averaging of at least 17mph (flats are 22+) will not be dropped. rain>50% or wind>15mph cancels.

Ride with the largest evening cycling group in the Delaware Valley ( over 100 riders). Eight 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.

Tuesdays are Suziejoe's Donut day without needing to go on to Bridgeport, PA. Ride to eat donuts!

Bring yer bike and sense of adventure. Some days we'll ride familiar favorite routes, other days we'll scope out new routes. Today we'll loop around to the Schuylkill River Trail (SRT) with a rest stop at either Merrymeade Farms or the Norristown Farm Park followed by lunch at The Outbound Station off the trail in Conshohocken. Expect a mix of rolling hills (some short, some long, none very steep) and flats (SRT). Will regroup as needed, but must be able to maintain the posted pace. Must also be willing to ride safely and obey traffic laws. Check day of the ride if weather is iffy (rain cancels). Cue sheets will not be available.

Tuesday evening C+/B- ride from North Penn High School. We will meet at 6pm every Tuesday evening through the end of September. The rides will begin the season at 13-14mph and increase to occasional 15-16mph rides as the season slowly progresses. The riding distance is determined by the amount of sunlight. Come on out and discover new roads and routes. We never repeat a route during a single season.

Ride north towards Ambler riding through Schuylkill Park to Stenton Rd. How far out we go depends on daylight available. No cue sheet. No rest stops. Will regroup to let the ride leader catch up.

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. Enjoy a friendly, non-competitive ride on quiet roads through pretty residential neighborhoods. Occasionally, we'll ride on park trails. 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.

Multi-level group rides every Wednesday 6pm April thru September. See weekly ride description for more details

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. Non-competitive ride on quiet roads through pretty, residential neighborhoods. 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.

This week's ride explores the Horseshoe Trail (on the road, of course). 35 miles, 2500+ feet of climbing. What better way to spend a Wednesday everning ? These are beautiful rides on low-traffic roads. No one dropped, regroup as necessary, but please be prepared to ride the advertised pace on rolling to hilly terrain. Precipitation cancels.

Thursday evening C+/B- ride from North Penn High School. We will meet at 6pm every Thursday evening through the end of September. The rides will begin the season at 13-14mph and increase to occasional 15-16mph rides as the season slowly progresses. The riding distance is determined by the amount of sunlight. Come on out and discover new roads and routes. We never repeat a route during a single season.

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.

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. Must also be willing to ride safely and obey traffic laws. 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 3 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 doing the listed pace will be dropped. 50% chance of rain between 6:00 and 8:00 cancels the ride Cue sheets will not be available. This year we will have 2 different paced groups. Chris will lead a B pace ride at 14.5 - 15.5 mph and Joe will lead the traditional pace at 13.5 -14.5 mph.

A slower "C" level version of the Thursday night hill ride, we start just after the B-/C+ group and climb the hills of Gladwyne.

FOR 7/14: 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 you plenty of time to get there after work. BCP will be exhibiting here to promote our club's membership benefits & perks, as well as rides and upcoming events. MEMBERS APPRECIATION: Stay tuned for updates, re. special promotion for members. The racing program for 7/14 includes TANDEMONIUM! - tandem bike races. A live band will be performing in the plaza, and there will be family- and kid-friendly entertainment. In addition to the Breakway Cafe, there will be a Beer & Wine Stand for refreshing libations. General Admission tickets are $6/person. Every seat has a great view of the track. In addition to the Breakaway Cafe, there is a souvenir booth, where visitors can purchase Velodrome merchandise. There are also other exhibitors in the plaza, where you can participate in raffle drawings.. Come join us for an exciting evening! DRIVING to TREXLERTOWN: Northeast Extension of the PA Turnpike (I-476 North), or, PA-309 North, to I-78/US-22 West. 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.

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.

Ride around the mainline. We will go by the Devon Horse Show grounds. Some hills, regroup as needed. Riders need to be able to keep the advertised pace, faster on flats, slower on hills. Potty stops out and back with lunch on Lancaster Ave at WaWa or Whole Foods. Rain cancels.

OWLS (Older, Wiser, Longer, Slower) paced ride for a longer and hillier ride than a typical D ride for a bit of a challenge. Bring Helmet, water, sunscreen, $ for mid-ride stop. Dress for weather. Pre-registered riders will be notified of any last minute changes due to weather

In a seashore state of mind? Today, we'll visit the central Jersey shore in Monmouth County, beaches more familiar to New Yorkers. This scenic route is popular with the Princeton FreeWheelers. In addition to cycling along Ocean Drive in the pretty seaside towns of Spring Lake and Belmar, we’ll also ride around Perrineville Lake, Manasquan Reservoir, and Lake Como. Lunch stop at Belmar Beach around mile 40, plus rest stops along the way, to and from Belmar. After Belmar, we will continue north along the Ocean Drive to the seashore towns of Ocean Grove and Asbury Park, before returning inland to the starting point. Optional stop for ice cream at the famous Nagles restaurant & ice cream parlor in Ocean Grove at mile 45. The middle of the route (near the beach) is flat. The beginning and end portions have very gently rolling hills, but nothing steep. We will stop to regroup as needed. Total elevation gain is 2265 ft. REVISED Directions to the starting point at Etra Lake Park: 1) New Jersey Turnpike North to Exit 8 – Hightstown/Freehold (NJ-133). Turnpike exit/toll lanes have been renovated and shifted..... 2) From the Turnpike exit ramp, quickly turn right onto Milford Rd. 3) In 1.1 miles, turn left at “T” at County Rd 571/Etra-Perrineville Rd. (Etra Lake will be on your left.) 4) In 0.2 miles, turn left at 3-way onto Disbrow Hill Rd. Parking lot will be on your left. Please allow 75 mins driving time from Phila. Please feel free to contact the Leader with any questions, re. driving directions, carpooling, etc.

Friendly C+/B- ride. This week we are doing Jeff B's route to Devon, Whole Foods. 47 miles with 2000 feet of climbing. Bring food or money for lunch. YOU MUST CARRY A SPARE TUBE. Ride may be cancelled up to 1 hour prior to departure time. Please preregister ahead of time.

Bring your 29er, CX, Gravel or equip your road bike with wider tires as we mashup rides across various asphalt, gravel and sometimes dirt terrains. Expect a good challenge as we grind gravel trails and hit a few climbs with great company for no other purpose than to have fun and put in a few unpaved miles.

Kayuh Pedalers' Rides will continue through the Summer. The ride distance & destination will be decided on day of the ride & will be determined on the temperature & riders that show up Any changes to start time or destination update will be listed. BCP rules apply, that includes Helmet & water. No helmet, No ride!

OWLS (Older, Wiser, Longer, Slower) pace ride through Fairmount Park and beyond depending on the assembled riders. Bring water, helmet, extra tube, $ for mid ride snack and rest stop. Preregistered riders will be notified if cancellation or change in time due to rain or excessive heat.

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.

Ride with the largest evening cycling group in the Delaware Valley ( over 100 riders). Eight 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 new routes. Today we'll ride to Chalfont for pizza. Pretty familiar roads for this group (one steeper but not long hill, otherwise most rolling with some not too hard hills). Will regroup as needed, but must be able to maintain the posted pace. Must also be willing to ride safely and obey traffic laws. Check day of the ride if weather is iffy (rain cancels). Cue sheets will not be available.

Tuesday evening C+/B- ride from North Penn High School. We will meet at 6pm every Tuesday evening through the end of September. The rides will begin the season at 13-14mph and increase to occasional 15-16mph rides as the season slowly progresses. The riding distance is determined by the amount of sunlight. Come on out and discover new roads and routes. We never repeat a route during a single season.

Ride north towards Ambler riding through Schuylkill Park to Stenton Rd. How far out we go depends on daylight available. No cue sheet. No rest stops. Will regroup to let the ride leader catch up.

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. Enjoy a friendly, non-competitive ride on quiet roads through pretty residential neighborhoods. Occasionally, we'll ride on park trails. 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.

Ride to the BCP Monthly Board meeting at the Roxborough YMCA at Ridge Pike and Domino Lane. Please bring LOCKS and LIGHTS for the return trip. There will be light refreshments at the meeting. All members are welcome to attend Board meetings.

Multi-level group rides every Wednesday 6pm April thru September. See weekly ride description for more details

These are beautiful rides on low-traffic roads. No one dropped, regroup as necessary, but please be prepared to ride the advertised pace on rolling to hilly terrain. Precipitation cancels.

Thursday evening C+/B- ride from North Penn High School. We will meet at 6pm every Thursday evening through the end of September. The rides will begin the season at 13-14mph and increase to occasional 15-16mph rides as the season slowly progresses. The riding distance is determined by the amount of sunlight. Come on out and discover new roads and routes. We never repeat a route during a single season.

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.

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. Must also be willing to ride safely and obey traffic laws. 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 3 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 doing the listed pace will be dropped. 50% chance of rain between 6:00 and 8:00 cancels the ride Cue sheets will not be available. This year we will have 2 different paced groups. Chris will lead a B pace ride at 14.5 - 15.5 mph and Joe will lead the traditional pace at 13.5 -14.5 mph.

A slower "C" level version of the Thursday night hill ride, we start just after the B-/C+ group and climb the hills of Gladwyne.

Leader has to work in the morning, so today's ride leaves at 1:00pm. This is a picturesque route in Bucks County, as well as Hunterdon County, NJ, from Langhorne, to Yardley, Washington Crossing, Titusville and Lambertville in NJ, then returning to Washington Crossing and Langhorne. Mostly rolling terrain with some nice, flat stretches along the river. A couple of brisk climbs before the lunch stop, but nothing too steep. Total elevation gain is 2568 ft. Quick snack/rest stop in Washington Crossing at mile 15. Lunch stop in Lambertville at a coffee shop/roastery at mile 32. DRIVING DIRECTIONS: to Cairn University from Philadelphia, heading north to Langhorne: Take US-1 North, and go beyond the Neshaminy Mall. Stay straight on the US-1 North expressway toward Morrisville. Take the exit for Bellevue Ave/PA-413 -- this is a right-lane exit and a right turn onto Bellevue. From Bellevue, in 0.6 mi, turn left onto MANOR Ave. You will see signs for Cairn University. Make a soft left turn onto University Drive (look for the red & white "Welcome" banner). Park in Lot A, the first parking lot on your right, across from the pond and fountain.

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.

Valley Forge National Park is now easily accessible with the Sullivan Bridge now connecting the Bettswood rest area to the main Park. We will stop in Bridgeport, PA at Suzyjoe's Donut shop. Picking up a lunch at the Palm Deli so we can have a picnic lunch in Valley Forge Park. Wr will do a once around on the trail in the battle grounds of the park. Hilly!!. Be reasured, flat all the way back on the Schuylkill River Tail. Will anyone be up for a 4oz glass of beer at the Conshohocken Brewery?

Today, we'll be headed to Wegmans in King of Prussia. The distance is 45 miles, and we'll do about 2300' of climbing. Bring $ for lunch. YOU MUST CARRY A SPARE TUBE. Nobody doing the advertised pace will be dropped, and we will regroup after a climb. Ride may be cancelled up to 1 hour prior to departure time.

Bring your 29er, CX, Gravel or equip your road bike with wider tires as we mashup rides across various asphalt, gravel and sometimes dirt terrains. Expect a good challenge as we grind gravel trails and hit a few climbs with great company for no other purpose than to have fun and put in a few unpaved miles.

Picturesque adventure ride from Central NJ to Sandy Hook, a 1665-acre barrier peninsula which protrudes into the bay between NJ & NY. Sandy Hook offers a view of the Manhattan skyline, as well as 7 miles of beaches, a lighthouse, and a holly forest. Shortly before reaching the seashore, we'll stop at the Mt. Mitchell Scenic Overlook County Park, which includes a memorial to the heroes of 9-11. This county park provides a spectacular overlook of Sandy Hook Bay and the NYC skyline. The route to & from Sandy Hook will take us along the Navesink and Shrewsbury Rivers, as well as the Swimming River Reservoir. Beginning and ending portions of the route are rolling, with a few brisk climbs, but we will stop to regroup as needed. Total elevation gain is 2189 feet. Middle portion of the route (near and on the beach) is flat. Food stops at mile 25 and 45, + an optional Rita's Water Ice stop at mile 62, near the finish. DRIVING DIRECTIONS to the starting point (Visitor Center of Monmouth Battlefield State Park): 1) NJ Turnpike North to Exit 8/Hightstown & Freehold. 2) From Exit 8 ramp, turn right onto NJ-33 East/Franklin St. Stay on 33 East. 3) After crossing CR 527/Millhurst Rd, NJ-33 will split into Business and Expressway. Take the right-lane exit for 33 Business, then bear right at bottom of ramp for 33 Bus East. Look for sign for Monmouth Battlefield Visitor Center. Turn left into Visitor Center entrance. Parking lot is at the end of a long driveway. Please allow at least 75 mins driving time from Phila. The map link provided below (you can zoom in) will show the start/finish point, the whole route, and the elevation profile. CO-LEADER WELCOME: If you would like to lead this route at an alternative pace, please contact LMc. Thank you!

Kayuh Pedalers' Rides will continue through the Summer. The ride distance & destination will be decided on day of the ride & will be determined on the temperature & riders that show up Any changes to start time or destination update will be listed. BCP rules apply, that includes Helmet & water. No helmet, No ride!

Enjoyable ride to Ambler for pizza. Bring $ for a short lunch stop. YOU MUST CARRY A SPARE TUBE. Nobody doing the advertised pace will be dropped, and we will regroup after a climb. Ride may be cancelled up to 1 hour prior to departure time

OWLS (older, wiser, longer, slower) paced ride through Fairmount Park and beyond. Distance depends on the assembled riders. Bring Helmet, water, appropriate dress for weather, more water, sunscreen, extra tube, and $ for mid ride snack stop.

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.

Ride with the largest evening cycling group in the Delaware Valley ( over 100 riders). Eight 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.

Tuesdays are Suziejoe's Donut day at Riverbend Cafe without needing to go on to Bridgeport, PA. Ride to eat donuts!

Bring yer bike and sense of adventure. Some days we'll ride familiar favorite routes, other days we'll scope out new routes. Today we'll ride to Evansburg St. Park for a pit stop (18 mile mark) , and then on to Pizza Time Saloon in West Point for lunch (39 mile mark), Mostly rolling hills (except we will go up Bean Rd. - longish hill but not TdF steep). Will regroup as needed, but must be able to maintain the posted pace. Must also be willing to ride safely and obey traffic laws. Check day of the ride if weather is iffy (rain cancels). Cue sheets will not be available.

Tuesday evening C+/B- ride from North Penn High School. We will meet at 6pm every Tuesday evening through the end of September. The rides will begin the season at 13-14mph and increase to occasional 15-16mph rides as the season slowly progresses. The riding distance is determined by the amount of sunlight. Come on out and discover new roads and routes. We never repeat a route during a single season.

Ride north towards Ambler riding through Schuylkill Park to Stenton Rd. How far out we go depends on daylight available. No cue sheet. No rest stops. Will regroup to let the ride leader catch up.

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. Enjoy a friendly, non-competitive ride on quiet roads through pretty residential neighborhoods. Occasionally, we'll ride on park trails. 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.

Multi-level group rides every Wednesday 6pm April thru September. See weekly ride description for more details

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. Non-competitive ride on quiet roads through pretty, residential neighborhoods. 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.

This month's version of the day/night ride takes us to St Peters and back. This is a beautiful ride on low-traffic roads, with a mid-point rest-stop at the St Peters Bakery. No one dropped, regroup as necessary, but please be prepared to ride the advertised pace on rolling to hilly terrain. Headlights required. Precipitation cancels.

After your Wednesday evening ride from Flourtown, please join us for an ice cream party at the outdoor cafe/seating area of the GIANT Market. We'll have assorted varieties of ice cream, frozen yogurt, etc. Enjoy the cold refreshments, as well as each other's company. All club members are welcome to join us. VOLUNTEERS APPRECIATED: If you are available to help with either set-up or clean-up, please contact LMc. THANK YOU for volunteering! RSVP'ing by using the Preregistration link below is appreciated - this will help us in obtaining the appropriate amount of ice cream and supplies. Meeting point: the Flourtown Shopping Center is the one with McDonald's at the front, facing Bethlehem Pike, and the GIANT Market at the rear of the parking lot. We cyclists park in the near, neat GIANT. (There is also a Movie Tavern in this same complex.)

Thursday evening C+/B- ride from North Penn High School. We will meet at 6pm every Thursday evening through the end of September. The rides will begin the season at 13-14mph and increase to occasional 15-16mph rides as the season slowly progresses. The riding distance is determined by the amount of sunlight. Come on out and discover new roads and routes. We never repeat a route during a single season.

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.

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. Must also be willing to ride safely and obey traffic laws. 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 3 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 doing the listed pace will be dropped. 50% chance of rain between 6:00 and 8:00 cancels the ride Cue sheets will not be available. This year we will have 2 different paced groups. Chris will lead a B pace ride at 14.5 - 15.5 mph and Joe will lead the traditional pace at 13.5 -14.5 mph.

A slower "C" level version of the Thursday night hill ride, we start just after the B-/C+ group and climb the hills of Gladwyne.

FOR 7/28: 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.

7/28 - Stayed tuned for weather-related updates. Program includes: Keirin Revenge/U.S. 10 Mile Championship, as well as the Summer Food Truck Festival in the plaza, serving a variety of special foods & beverages. 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 you plenty of time to get there after work. BCP will be exhibiting here to promote our club's membership benefits & perks, as well as rides and upcoming events. MEMBERS APPRECIATION: Members who visit the BCP tent will receive $5 off any club merchandise item, and $5 off the admission fee for either the Scenic Schuylkill Century or the Fall Foliage Weekend. A live band will be performing in the plaza, and there will be family- and kid-friendly entertainment. General Admission tickets are $6/person. Every seat has a great view of the track. In addition to the Breakaway Cafe, there is a souvenir booth, where visitors can purchase Velodrome merchandise. There are also other exhibitors in the plaza, where you can participate in raffle drawings.. Come join us for an exciting evening! DRIVING to TREXLERTOWN: Northeast Extension of the PA Turnpike (I-476 North), or, PA-309 North, to I-78/US-22 West. 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.

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.

OWLS (Older, Wiser, Longer, Slower) paced ride, but will be a D pace, but will have more than a D elevation gain through out the ride. The ride will go by a roundabout tour of Montgomery and Delaware Counties to Lansdowne to enjoy the Farmer's Market, Regency Café, or New Ave. Deli. It will be a hilly challenge for those trying to improve their biking strength and skills. We will stop for mid-ride snack. Bring helmet, water, extra tube, sunscreen, extra water, and dress appropriately for hot weather. Preregistered riders will be notified if cancellation due to weather.

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. YOU MUST CARRY A SPARE TUBE. 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

Bring your 29er, CX, Gravel or equip your road bike with wider tires as we mashup rides across various asphalt, gravel and sometimes dirt terrains. Expect a good challenge as we grind gravel trails and hit a few climbs with great company for no other purpose than to have fun and put in a few unpaved miles.

This ride is based on a route by Mike Krizauskas of BCP, SCU, and the Jersey Shore Cycle Club, originally planned to coincide with the Blueberry Festival in Hammonton, Blueberry Capital of the World. On this 107-miler, there will be rest stops at Batsto Park, Timberline Lake General Store, as well as in Little Egg Harbor and Tuckerton. The route, which is FLAT, will take us through blueberry farmlands, as well as quaint small towns in the Hammonton area. We'll cycle down to Lands End, that is, the end of the road at Great Bay. You'll see a wide menagerie of wildlife, as we cycle across the marshes toward the bay. You'll also see a facility along the bayshore which used to be a Coast Guard facility - it's now a marine research lab. Please note: we may have some headwinds, especially as we approach the bay. The 75-miler does not go to Land's End at Great Bay. Here is the link for the 75-mi route: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/9278854 . The link for the 107-miler is below. TWO LEADERS, TWO PACES: Dan Operacz will lead the 18-20mph group, and Linda will lead at 14-15. TRAVEL/TRANSIT: Please allow 45-60 mins driving time from Philadelphia. Google Maps states that Hammonton is 42 mins via the Atlantic City Expressway. If you'd rather not drive, there is a PATCO/NJT train station in Hammonton, near the park where we meet. The "Atlantic City Line" stops in Hammonton.

Kayuh Pedalers' Rides will continue through the Summer. The ride distance & destination will be decided on day of the ride & will be determined on the temperature & riders that show up Any changes to start time or destination update will be listed. BCP rules apply, that includes Helmet & water. No helmet, No ride!

The ride leaves at 9:15 am. Friendly C+ ride to Newtown Square. BE SURE TO CHECK THE DAILY RIDE CALENDAR FOR RIDE LEADER AND DESTINATION INFORMATION. Bring money for lunch. YOU MUST CARRY A SPARE TUBE. 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

Sunday's weather looks perfect for a group tandem ride! I am suggesting a repeat of our spring ride from Oaks on the Schuylkill River Train (SRT) to Conshohocken. We will do lunch in Conshohocken, then ride the SRT back to Oaks. Departure time is at 10 AM. It should take us under an hour to reach Conshy, stay there for lunch for no more than an hour, then under an hour to get back. This means we will be done no later than 1 PM. This is a flat ride, it is all on paved trails with a few street crossings.

Relaxed lazy summer ride through Fairmount Park and beyond. Bring water, extra tube, sunscreen, $ for mid ride snack, more water, dress appropriately for hot weather, helmet.

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.

Ride with the largest evening cycling group in the Delaware Valley ( over 100 riders). Eight 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.