Ride Calendar

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.

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

Bristol, PA is the Eastern terminus of the Delaware Canal with the Western terminus, Easton, PA. We will briefly explore the parts of the canal before having lunch at the Bristol Amish Market. A coffee break will be 10 miles into the ride. Return via Torresdale Ave. We might get to cycle on the soon to open Baxter Bicycle Trail running thru the Philadelphia Police Academy's firing range! Rain, snow or icy roads one hour prior to start, cancels.

The temps will be a little over freezing so dress in layers so that you can shed clothes if you get too warm while riding. Potty stops on the way out and back with a food stop at the bagel shop in Doylestown. Some hills, regroup as needed. Riders should be able to maintain the average pace. Bring an on bike snack and something to drink. Ride leader will make up the route as we ride.

2/3/18 REVISED START TIME OF 10:05 SHORTER ROUTE 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 10:05 AM. Rain cancels.

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

BCP is thrilled to present our annual Awards Banquet at the Manayunk Brewery on Main Street, near Shurs Lane. Come join your fellow club-mates for an evening of camaraderie, delicious food, music, and distinguished honors awarded to the dedicated leaders and activists in our club who volunteer to serve many important roles throughout the year. We'll celebrate the successes and enjoyable memories of 2016, and ring in the 2017 cycling year! Festivites begin at 6:00 pm with Happy Hour, and conclude at 10:00pm. Complete details and the registration form for the Banquet (including parking & public transit) are available on the HOME PAGE of this website, on the ride-hand side, under "BCP Events". (Please see the link below.) Registration deadline was extended to Wednesday, Jan. 31, 5:00pm. Please register early! If you can no longer access on-line payment via credit card, please contact Penelope Myers, re. sending payment by check in the mail - 215-242-9166, or, email Penelope at . If you have any questions, please email the Banquet Committee at . We hope to see you at the Banquet!

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

The rides will continue through the winter, weather and safety permitting. The ride distance & destination will be decided on day of the ride & will be determined on the riders. BCP rules apply. Nobody is dropped. 18 Y.O. and up. Come and enjoy a casual ride. ALL rides start at time listed! NOTE: No Helmet-NO RIDE!!! No Exceptions! You must be dressed for the weather.

No history lesson this hike -- we're making history today! Come on out to romp around the woods of the Wissahickon Gorge. We'll explore the the woods of the Cresheim Valley and more. Having worked up an appetite, you'll be ready for snacking your way to an Eagles Superbowl victory.

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, snow, or ice on the roads 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.

Pretty route to Eagleville: outbound via Blue Bell and Trooper, return via Norristown Farm Park and East Norriton. Rest stop at mile 21 - "stand up" food & bathroom stop at a mega-Wawa to save time, in order to return in good time for evening Super Bowl festivities. Total elevation gain 1870 feet of climbing. GENERIC DESCRIPTION: Scenic, 30-35-ish mile loop, usually through Montgomery County or Lower Bucks, with a brief rest stop. Unless otherwise stated, this winter afternoon ride will meet at Bruno's Diner (finishing point for many of the Sunday morning Wissahickon hikes). Even if you don't join the hike in the morning, you are welcome to cycle with us on this ride! We will stop to regroup if needed, but try as much as possible to maintain 13 mph, due to short daylight. Plan is to return before 5:00pm. Please bring lights, just in case we return in the nick of time. Please ensure that your bike is ready before start time, so that we can leave promptly. Specific details will be posted for each Sunday's Route. Scheduled for EVERY Sunday throughout the winter (for the duration of the hiking season), weather permitting, EXCEPT for the last Sunday in February, 2/25. 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.

Tuesdays are Suzy-Jo Donut day at Riverbend Cafe without needing to go on to Bridgeport, PA. This morning's route will go out Bryn Mar Ave, the Cynwd Heritage Trail, over Manayunk Trail Bridge, up Umbia and following Rivser Rd to the back approach to Riverbend Cafe and Bicycle Shop. We ride to eat donuts.

The rides of darkness are back every Wednesday evening at 6:30 pm until the return of daylight savings time. Maintain your fitness level with weekly 30-35 mile rides. Strong headlights and taillights required. 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. Dress warmly. Extreme cold ( <20 degrees ), precipitation and/or icy roads cancels.

Today's weather forecast calls for partial sunshine and reasonable high temps this afternoon. This is a pretty route from the Jenkintown Whole Foods Market to the giant Whole Foods in Plymouth Meeting, then back. Outbound via Abington, Oreland, and Blue Bell. Return via Plymouth-Whitemarsh, Flourtown, and Glenside. Indoor rest stop for something hot at Whole Foods in Plymouth Meeting at the half-way mark. Total elevation gain 1875 ft. Mostly rolling terrain, no killer climbs. Most of the climbing comes before the rest stop. MEETING POINT in Jenkintown: the Whole Foods Market on the Fairway is ~1 mile east of Old York Road/PA-611. Park at the far end of the lot, near the Rydal Park senior apt complex. GENERIC DESCRIPTION: Scenic adventures by bike on most Fridays, throughout the year. Explore pretty, peaceful roads in suburban counties -- Montgomery, Bucks, Chester, etc. Starting points will vary, so that we can cycle through different regions. Please check the daily calendar for details of each Friday's route -- terrain, mileage, rest stops, etc. Cue sheets and on-line route map will be provided for each ride. If weather conditions are not conducive to cycling, this ride may be replaced by a hike/walk (on foot). As long as we are enjoying outdoor physical exercise, and Mother Nature, in the company of friends, we'll have a memorable outing.

OWLS (older, wiser, longer, slower) paced through Fairmount Park and beyond depending on the assembled group of riders. No one dropped. There will be hills and longer distances for a challenge and to help conditioning. Please wear helmet (required by club). Bring extra tube, water, proper dress for weather conditions, and $ for mid. Ride rest-snack stop. Check several day ahead of the ride to see if a course with Ride with GPS will be available. Ride will cancel if raini, snow, or icy roads, but not for cold.

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

Come join us for a relaxed pace mid-winter ride to Phoenixville. This ride originally planned in December to see the Firebird the day before it burned was rained out. The Firebird is gone for now, but this time the forecast is for warm temps, light winds and no rain until the afternoon. Coffee stop halfway. Brief potty stops on the out and back. Re-group as needed. Route below is subject to change as needed to suit conditions.

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.

Since it may rain on Sunday, we'll lead a gentler hike in the Wissahickon on Saturday. We will do the same terrain but at a slower speed than on the Sunday hikes. We plan to finish around 12:30pm so that will determine the distance. Well behaved, leashed dogs are welcome. Hiking boots or shoes make hiking easier.

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

The rides will continue through the winter, weather and safety permitting. The ride distance & destination will be decided on day of the ride & will be determined on the riders. BCP rules apply. Nobody is dropped. 18 Y.O. and up. Come and enjoy a casual ride. ALL rides start at time listed! NOTE: No Helmet-NO RIDE!!! No Exceptions! You must be dressed for the weather.

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

We’ll hike the lower trails between The Cedars and the Valley Green Inn where we’ll have a short rest stop. Also, there will be some hills in the hike. Appropriate footwear recommended. Well behaved four legged hikers always welcome.

OWLS (older, wiser, longer, slower) paced through Fairmount Park and beyond depending on the assembled group of riders. No one dropped. There might a hill or two for a challenge and to help conditioning. Please wear helmet (required by club). Bring extra tube, water, proper dress for weather conditions, and $ for mid. Ride rest-snack stop. Ride will cancel if raini, snow, or icy roads, but not for cold.

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.

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 for the last Sunday in February. (Leader will be away cross-country skiing.) 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 mid-March.

. Tuesdays are Suzy-Jo Donut day at Riverbend Cafe without needing to go on to Bridgeport, PA. This morning's route will go direct! Out Kelly Dr bike trail, up Umbia and following Rivser Rd to the back approach to Riverbend Cafe and Bicycle Shop. We ride to eat donuts. We will return to the Shake Shack on Penn's Campus to hand out flyers to their customers to present to the cashier when purchasing something and 25% of the purchase price will be donated to the Schuylkill Banks Trail maintenance fund. I will do this until 12:30pm. You are welcome to help out longer if you have more time.

The rides of darkness are back every Wednesday evening at 6:30 pm until the return of daylight savings time. Maintain your fitness level with weekly 30-35 mile rides. Strong headlights and taillights required. 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. Dress warmly. Extreme cold ( <20 degrees ), precipitation and/or icy roads cancels.

I went to a talk by Judy Wicks of the White Dog Cafe, book signing. She mentioned that one of the local businesses that one of her organizations, maybe Aunts and Uncles assisted was a coffee shop in Chester. Let's cycle there and find it. Weather is predicted to be good. We will be cycling thru industrial areas but there are good shoulders for us to safely ride. Only 15 miles and if you don't want to cycle back, catch the train home. Sustainable Business Network. Feel the joy of getting out early cycling.

Assemble at 8:25. we willl leave at 8:30 SHARP! Weather forecast for Thursday is too good to pass up. Ride through Belmont, Wynwood, Merion, Darby, Haverford, Bryn Mawr, Radnor, Devon, Wayne, Gulph Mills, Conshohocken, Manayunk, etc., returning via Manayunk Bridge and Bala Cynwyd. Many hills, including 12 (or so) relatively long ones. One 30-minute coffee stop in Devon (Pour Richards) at mile 26 or so. (It's all about the coffee.) 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). PLEASE PREREGISTER: It saves time and increases substantially my ability to read the important info on the sign-in sheet.

Today's weather forecast calls for clearing skies starting around 10:00am, with reasonable mild high temp this afternoon. This is a pretty route from the Jenkintown Whole Foods Market to the giant Whole Foods in Plymouth Meeting, then back. Outbound via Abington, Oreland, and Blue Bell. Return via Plymouth-Whitemarsh, Flourtown, and Glenside. Indoor rest stop for something hot at Whole Foods in Plymouth Meeting at the half-way mark. Total elevation gain 1875 ft. Mostly rolling terrain, no killer climbs. Most of the climbing comes before the rest stop. MEETING POINT in Jenkintown: the Whole Foods Market on the Fairway is ~1 mile east of Old York Road/PA-611. Park at the far end of the lot, near the Rydal Park senior apt complex. GENERIC DESCRIPTION: Scenic adventures by bike on most Fridays, throughout the year. Explore pretty, peaceful roads in suburban counties -- Montgomery, Bucks, Chester, etc. Starting points will vary, so that we can cycle through different regions. Please check the daily calendar for details of each Friday's route -- terrain, mileage, rest stops, etc. Cue sheets and on-line route map will be provided for each ride. If weather conditions are not conducive to cycling, this ride may be replaced by a hike/walk (on foot). As long as we are enjoying outdoor physical exercise, and Mother Nature, in the company of friends, we'll have a memorable outing.

Weather prediction for Saturday AM is cold, but dry, at least through the early part of the day. Assemble at 8:20. We willl leave at 8:25 SHARP! Ride through East Falls, Mount Airy, Chestnut Hill, Wyndmor, Fort Washington, Upper Dublin, Oreland, Whitemarsh, Ambler, Manayunk, and Bala Cynwyd. Many hills, but no killers. Thirty minute coffee stop at Starbucks in Flourtown at mile 30 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). Partial cue sheet showing turns, but not milage. PLEASE PREREGISTER: it saves time and improves substantially my ability to read your emergency information (and it does not matter if you do not show up since we will not be waiting for anyone beyond posted start time).

Pretty loop from UDHS in Ft. Washington to Del Val College Market, just south of Doylestown. Outbound via Horsham, Warrington, and Furlong. Return via Gwynedd and Springhouse. On the outbound, there is a quick break for snack and bathrooms at mile 17. Lunch at Del Val College Market is at mile 28. Total climbing is 2000 ft. Rolling terrain, with no severe hills. Plan is to return by ~1:00-1:15pm. Weather is predicted to stay dry until late afternoon/evening. CO-LEADER WELCOME: If you are available to lead this ride at an alternative pace, thank you! Please contact LMc to have your pace group added.

Two weeks ago we cycled to Bristol, PA. This week we will cycle to Burlington, NJ across the Delaware River from Bristol, hence the name Burlington Bristol Bridge. Cyclists can not cross this bridge so we will walk across the Tacony Palmyra Bridge with a coffee stop in Riverton, NJ. Lunch will be at the Burlington Dinner. The return will be over the Ben Franklin Bridge. Rain, snow or icy roads one hour prior to start, cancels.

Every Saturday thru March we will ride 17.5 miles to the Kimberton Wholefoods in Kimberton, have an indoor coffee break, then ride 17.5 miles back to Valley Forge. Plan is to be back in VF by 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 9:05 AM. Rain cancels.

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

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

The rides will continue through the winter, weather and safety permitting. The ride distance & destination will be decided on day of the ride & will be determined on the riders. BCP rules apply. Nobody is dropped. 18 Y.O. and up. Come and enjoy a casual ride. ALL rides start at time listed! NOTE: No Helmet-NO RIDE!!! No Exceptions! You must be dressed for the weather.

Pretty hiking route along the peaceful Cresheim Creek, which feeds into the Wissahickon. We'll climb some hills, but there will be a flat option on the return. Well-behaved canine hikers are always welcome to join us. From the meeting point, we'll walk down Pocono St, then pick up the Cresheim Trail. After the hike, we will have several options for places to go for lunch. Gary and Tracey T. will be our Sweeps.

OWLS (older, wiser, longer, slower) paced through Fairmount Park and beyond depending on the assembled group of riders. No one dropped. There might a hill or two for a challenge and to help conditioning. Please wear helmet (required by club). Bring extra tube, water, proper dress for weather conditions, and $ for mid. Ride rest-snack stop. Ride will cancel if raini, snow, or icy roads, but not for cold.

RIDE WILL GO ON to Wynnewood, for stop at Delancey Bagels, about 30 miles. Wear warm clothing as it will be cold. A true C ride that cheerfully waits to regroup. Meet at the Italian Fountain, near the parking garage sign.

For 2/18: Pretty loop from Chestnut Hill (St. Martins train station) to the Whole Foods Market in North Wales. 1600 ft elevation. Outbound via Ft. Washington and Maple Glen, return via Gwynedd Valley and Blue Bell. Quick rest stop at Whole Foods in North Wales at mile 20. 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 for the last Sunday in February. (Leader will be away cross-country skiing.) 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 mid-March.

Tuesdays are Suzy-Jo Donut day at Riverbend Cafe without needing to go on to Bridgeport, PA. This morning's route will go out Bryn Mar Ave, the Cynwd Heritage Trail, over Manayunk Trail Bridge, up Umbia and following Rivser Rd to the back approach to Riverbend Cafe and Bicycle Shop. We ride to eat donuts.

Assemble at 8:25. we willl leave at 8:30 SHARP! Weather forecast for Tuesday is too good to pass up. Ride through Belmont, Wynwood, Merion, Darby, Haverford, Bryn Mawr, Radnor, Devon, Wayne, Gulph Mills, Conshohocken, Manayunk, etc., returning via Manayunk Bridge and Bala Cynwyd. Many hills, including 12 (or so) relatively long ones. One 30-minute coffee stop in Devon (Pour Richards) at mile 26 or so. (It's all about the coffee.) 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). PLEASE PREREGISTER: It saves time and increases substantially my ability to read the important info on the sign-in sheet. NO PREREGISTRATION NO RIDE.

The rides of darkness are back every Wednesday evening at 6:30 pm until the return of daylight savings time. Maintain your fitness level with weekly 30-35 mile rides. Strong headlights and taillights required. 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. Dress warmly. Extreme cold ( <20 degrees ), precipitation and/or icy roads cancels.

Essington, PA is just South of the Philadelphia International Airport. I noticed the Philly Diner on our ride to the city of Chester last week. Let's check it out and if that fails there is a Danny's next door. We will return by going around the back side of the airport along the Delaware River and checking out the progress of the refurbishment of the Passyunk Draw Bridge over the Schuylkill River, then up 22nd Street to Comic Cafe, our start location.

Today's weather forecast calls for sunshine and an afternoon high temperature of 73. The first day of spring is only 1 month away! This is a pretty route from the Jenkintown Whole Foods Market to the giant Whole Foods in Plymouth Meeting, then back. Outbound via Abington, Oreland, and Blue Bell. Return via Plymouth-Whitemarsh, Flourtown, and Glenside. Sit-down rest stop at Whole Foods in Plymouth Meeting at the half-way mark. Total elevation gain 1875 ft. Mostly rolling terrain, no killer climbs. Most of the climbing comes before the rest stop. MEETING POINT in Jenkintown: the Whole Foods Market on the Fairway is ~1 mile east of Old York Road/PA-611. Park at the far end of the lot, near the Rydal Park senior apt complex.

See you next Friday, on March 2. GENERIC DESCRIPTION: Enjoy scenic adventures by bike on most Fridays, throughout the year. We'll explore pretty, peaceful roads in suburban counties -- Montgomery, Bucks, Chester, etc. Starting points will vary, so that we can cycle through different regions. Depending on the destination, starting point may be in Conshohocken, Flourtown, Jenkintown, Wayne, Valley Forge, etc. Please check the daily calendar for details of each Friday's route -- terrain, mileage, rest stops, etc. Cue sheets and on-line route map will be provided for each ride. Scheduled for virtually every Friday throughout the year, with a few exceptions here & there. If weather conditions are not conducive to cycling, this ride may be replaced by a hike/walk (on foot). As long as we are enjoying outdoor physical exercise, and Mother Nature, in the company of friends, we'll have a memorable outing.

Assemble at 7:55. we willl leave at 8:00 SHARP! Ride through Belmont, Wynwood, Merion, Darby, Haverford, Bryn Mawr, Radnor, Devon, Wayne, Gulph Mills, Conshohocken, Manayunk, etc., returning via Manayunk Bridge and Bala Cynwyd. Many hills, including 12 (or so) relatively long ones. One 30-minute coffee stop in Devon (Pour Richards) at mile 26 or so. (It's all about the coffee.) 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). PLEASE PREREGISTER: It saves time and increases substantially my ability to read the important info on the sign-in sheet (and it does not matter if you do not show up since we will not be waiting for anyone beyond posted start time).

Maybe the snow will stay away so I can ride my new age two months later. Coffee stop at the Dunkin Donuts , State Rd and Linden Ave, then Bristol, PA and on to the Trenton Makes The World Takes bridge. Lunch will be somewhere in Trenton, the capital city of the state of NJ. We will return back the Pennsylvania side rather than the New Jersey side because of fading day light, and acumalate the 73 miles at the end point of the ride somehow! Rain, snow or icy roads one hour prior to start, cancels.

Every Saturday thru March we will ride 17.5 miles to the Kimberton Wholefoods in Kimberton, have an indoor coffee break, then ride 17.5 miles back to Valley Forge. Plan is to be back in VF by 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 9:05 AM. Rain cancels.

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

PATS MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT: The third annual PATS party and planning meeting will be in University City. Anyone interested in a multiple-rider bike is welcome. We'll socialize, eat and drink, share our cycling adventures, and plan the tandeming year ahead. We'll have the dates of some of the tandem rallies and other tandem-club ride schedules. Bring (or submit in advance*) any dates you know about, or dates on which you want to lead a ride, and we’ll add them to the PATS master calendar. PLEASE RSVP** so we have a head count. For the Potluck we’re suggesting hors d'oeuvres (appetizers). If you know in advance what dish you’ll bring, let Linda know. Ample street parking available. PLEASE CONTACT: PATS ride Coordinator Bob Doyle* (send Bob your ride dates); and Linda Freimark** (RSVP to Linda) Home: 215-853-8900 Snow/Blizzard (Rain date): Sunday Feb 25, 3-6.

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

SORRY RIDERS, THIS RIDE IS CANCELED UNTIL APRIL. BUT HOPEFULLY WE WILL BE RIDING THE STREETS OF PHILADELPHIA COME APRIL. WATCH THE CALENDAR AND TIME. THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT.

Let's start with some of the upper trails on the Germantown side (East for those that know direction) trying to not to get lost. Appropriate footwear recommended for this time of year. Please park in the upper lot. Well behaved four legged hikers are welcome.

OWLS (older, wiser, longer, slower) paced through Fairmount Park and beyond depending on the assembled group of riders. No one dropped. There might a hill or two for a challenge and to help conditioning. Please wear helmet (required by club). Bring extra tube, water, proper dress for weather conditions, and $ for mid. Ride rest-snack stop. Ride will cancel if raini, snow, or icy roads, but not for cold.

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.

See you next Sunday, on March 4! 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 for the last Sunday in February. (Leader will be away.) 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 mid-March.

We will go the back way to Conchochen through Penn Valley and up! But what goes up must go down through the secret passage of Prospect Hill into West Conchochen by the McDonald's and across the Fayette St. Bridge over the Schuylkill River to have coffee at the Outbound Cafe on the SRT. Straight and level ride back to Philly on the SRT.

Tuesdays are Suzy-Jo Donut day at Riverbend Cafe without needing to go on to Bridgeport, PA. This morning's route will go out Bryn Mar Ave, the Cynwd Heritage Trail, over Manayunk Trail Bridge, up Umbia and following Rivser Rd to the back approach to Riverbend Cafe and Bicycle Shop. We ride to eat donuts.

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

The rides of darkness are back every Wednesday evening at 6:30 pm until the return of daylight savings time. Maintain your fitness level with weekly 30-35 mile rides. Strong headlights and taillights required. 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. Dress warmly. Extreme cold ( <20 degrees ), precipitation and/or icy roads cancels.

Three in a row for good weather, three in a row for getting that 100 miles a week in, three in a row for training for a Summer of Bicycle Touring Bikepacking! 99 cent breakfast at IKEA , Plymouth Meeting along the Center County Bike Trail out of Conchochen will be our first stop. Then on to Dick's Sporting Goods to check out their cycling shorts and camping equipment. Straight out and back over the SRT.