Ride Calendar

11/1: Pretty loop from the Art Mueum to Ambler, North Wales, and Gwynedd. Outbound via Mt. Airy, Chestnut Hill, and Erdenheim. Optional quick rest stop at mile 20, then lunch stop at mile 28 at the new, huge, Whole Foods Market in Springhouse. Return via Gwynedd, Blue Bell, Plymouth Meeting, and the Schuylkill River Trail from Spring Mill to the finish. Total climbing is 2923 ft, and the terrain is mostly rolling. The final stretch on the SRT is flat. We will stop to regroup as needed. No one dropped, but we will try to maintain at least 13mph average, as advertised. Plan is to return before 3:00 - Leader needs to get to the Convention Center to set-up the BCP booth for the Bike Expo this weekend. MEETING POINT & PARKING: We will be meeting at the Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum, on Aquarium/Waterworks Drive. The parking here is timed, however, on the other side of Kelly Drive, Sedgley Drive has plenty of street parking without time limits. GENERIC DESCRIPTION: Scenic adventures by bike on most Fridays, throughout the year. Explore pretty, peaceful roads in suburban counties -- Montgomery, Bucks, Chester, etc. Starting points will vary, so that we can cycle through different regions. 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.

This is the 10th anniversary of the Philly Bike Expo - time flies! The Philly Bike Expo is a celebration of all things bicycle. This year's expo takes place Nov. 2 & 3, but our booth must be set-up by Friday evening, Nov. 1. If you would like to help with unloading our gear and supplies from the McVan, setting up the booth, etc., please visit the Expo Volunteer Sign-up page, at: https://phillybikeclub.org/bcpdo/life/exposignup The Volunteer Sign-up page is accessible from the homepage of the website. Setting up the booth works best with at least 4 volunteers, in order to open and raise the canopy tents, open and raise long tables, display the merchandise, display club brochures/literature and posters, etc. The Expo will take place at the PA Convention Center, Broad & Cherry Street entrance, Exhibit Hall E. On Friday, we will be entering the exhibit hall via the REAR LOCKING DOCK. Leader will provide details to our volunteers. The Expo Volunteer Sign-up page also provides time slots for volunteering at the booth during public hours on Saturday and Sunday, as well as for dismantling the booth and re-laoding, after the Expo closes at 4pm on Sunday. Hope to see you at the Expo!

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.

SEE: Soaring Bridges, Damp Echoing Tunnels, Frustrating Dead Ends, Beautiful Vistas – and more – in this bittersweet bike expedition that rolls over, around and under historic central Philadelphia, ending up at the Expo around opening time. PACE: stately. This is a no-drop ride, might have one or two stair climbs. NO CUE SHEET: we’ll be making it up as we go along! This is a Brompton-Friendly ride!

Friendly C+ ride to beautiful Bryn Athyn and the stunning Cathedral. Bring money for lunch. (We may stop at the Be Well Cafe http://www.bewellbakery.com/). We will regroup as necessary and wait at turns within ride level expectations. YOU MUST CARRY A SPARE TUBE. Ride may be cancelled up to 1 hour prior to departure time. Please preregister as it will speed up our departure (Even if you are uncertain or decide not to ride).

We have gone to the Burlington Diner in Burlington City, NJ many times before so let's go there for the first in a series of cycling to New Jersey diners.

BCP will have a booth at the Philadelphia Bike Expo, (www.phillybikeexpo.com) on Saturday, Nov. 2, 10am to 5pm, & Sunday, Nov. 3, 10am to 4pm. A celebration of all things bicycle -- seminars & clinics, demonstrations of new products, book signings, flea market, discounted merchandise, etc. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED to help staff our booth! Details are available on the home page of BCP's website. Please contact Leader (Linda) if you have any time to volunteer. Volunteers are needed for setting up the booth on Friday (11/1) late afternoon/early evening. Volunteers are also needed during public hours on Saturday and Sunday to staff the booth, greet visitors, etc. When the Expo closes on Sunday afternoon, volunteers are needed to dismantle the BCP tent, pack up supplies, etc. This event is fun, informative, enlightening, and worthwhile for all who participate. The Expo will be in Exhibit Hall E, accessible from the Broad Street entrance (near Broad & Cherry). Indoor bike valet parking provided by Neighborhood Bike Works. SEPTA public transit options are plentiful - buses, subway, Regional Rail.

OWLS (Older, Wiser, Longer, Slower) pace ride through the suburban areas of Delaware and Montgomery Counties to get to the PhillyBikeExpo.com. The ride will be longer and hiller going to the expo site and a much shorter mostly flat ride for the return trip. Please go the expo website for advanced ticket sales. We will spend time exploring the exhibits and possibly sitting in on some seminars. Please bring water, extra tube, and helmet(required by club rules). Bring $ for mid ride snack or meal. There is free protected parking for bikes at the expo site.(Neighborhood Bike Works ask for a voluntary small donation for the parking)

BCP will have a booth at the Philadelphia Bike Expo, (www.phillybikeexpo.com) on Saturday, Nov. 2, 10am to 5pm, & Sunday, Nov. 3, 10am to 4pm. A celebration of all things bicycle -- seminars & clinics, demonstrations of new products, book signings, flea market, discounted merchandise, etc. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED to help staff our booth! Details are available on the home page of BCP's website. Please contact Leader (Linda) if you have any time to volunteer. Volunteers are needed for setting up the booth on Friday (11.1) late afternoon/early evening. Volunteers are also needed during public hours on Saturday and Sunday to staff the booth, greet visitors, etc. When the Expo closes on Sunday afternoon, volunteers are needed to dismantle the BCP tent, pack up supplies, etc. This event is fun, informative, enlightening, and worthwhile for all who participate. The Expo will be in Exhibit Hall E, accessible from the Broad Street entrance (near Broad & Cherry). Indoor bike valet parking provided by Neighborhood Bike Works. SEPTA public transit options are plentiful - buses, subway, Regional Rail.

Come early - the Cafe offers $1 off drinks to riders for this event. Explore Philly with a stop at Dinner House, a Polish place in Port Richmond.

The ride will focus on local neighborhoods around Philadelphia and will include places like old buildings, historic places and murals. An Easy Pace Ride. Plan on about an 1 1/2 to 2-hour ride. A no-drop ride, with rest stops and re-group as needed. Helmet, Extra tube and Water a must. Mid-week update on rides @ Facebook: Kayuh Pedalers. STREET PARKING: S. College St between 20th & 19th

OWLS (Older, Wiser, Longer, Slower) paced ride through Fairmount Park will end at the PhillyBikeExpo.com. Please obtain advanced sale tickets from their website or pay more at the door. We will explore the exhibits and maybe catch a seminar. We invite any of the riders to stay until the end to help with breakdown of the Philly Bike Club's exhibit at the end of the event on Sunday. The more that stay the faster we will be able to leave. Please bring $ for snacks or any of the many bike related goodies that will be available. Bring extra tube, water, and helmet (required by the club)

A true C ride, which cheerfully waits to regroup. Usually 25-35 miles with a lunch or snack stop. Meet at the Italian Fountain, near the parking garage sign.

Simple ride for coffee at Rivet Wards Cafe in Port Richmond. Returning through Old Kensington.

Bring yer bike & sense of adventure. Some days we'll ride familiar favorite routes, other days we'll scope out new routes. Today we'll ride the Schuylkill River Trail to Valley Forge Park, and then cut across to the Chester Valley Trail for lunch at Wegmans in Malvern (mile 27 on the trail). While not necessary, wouldn't hurt to bring locks in case we eat inside (looks like it will be warm enough to eat outside though). The only real hills are entering VFP on the way out and the return. NOTE: NO BATHROOMS AT THE START. Bathroom opportunities at Betzwood (mile 8.5), our turnaround on the CVT (mile 22.5), the lunch stop and Betzwood again (mile 36.5). Will regroup as needed, but must be able to maintain the posted pace. Must be willing to ride safely & obey traffic laws. PLEASE PARK IN THE REAR LEFT LOT AND MEET BY THE PICNIC TABLES FOR SIGN-IN. CHECK BACK TO SEE IF A FASTER PACE WILL BE OFFERED NOTE: IN NOVEMBER THE RIDE IS AD HOC WITH DIFFERENT RIDE START LOCATIONS. WEATHER FORECAST WILL DETERMINE THE DAY OF WEEK AND TIME WE WILL RIDE. ALL THINGS BEING EQUAL WE WILL SHOOT FOR EITHER MONDAY OR TUESDAY.

Nighttime rides on beautiful low-traffic roads. Rolling to hilly terrain. Lights are required. No one dropped, but please be prepared to ride the advertised pace. Temperatures below 20 degrees cancels. Precipitation cancels. Snow and ice on the route cancels.

Join us as we go north to Lake Galena, enjoy some quiet lower Bucks roads, Average climbing of about 2200 ft. Rest stop at Del Valley Univ on way back. Rain cancels, check back for weather cancellations or route changes https://ridewithgps.com/trips/40893755

Bring your sense of adventure today - north of the Uhlerstown/Frenchtown area is new to me. We'll ride the D&L trail north to Milford, cross over the Delaware to NJ, and then head south on the D&R trail. Lunch/snack break on the return (mile 19) in Frenchtown. Weather and group sentiment will determine whether we head directly back at the end via Bull's Island (30 miles) or loop around a little and cross over a bit further south at Stockton (32.5 miles). The ride is a mix of dirt, gravel, and loose rocks. Best suited for a gravel, cyclocross or hybrid bike, or a road bike with wide tires and a rider who doesn't mind a few rougher sections here and there. Leisurely speed - will regroup as needed. Photo-op stops are welcome. Please arrive 15 minutes early to ensure a prompt start. Hope you can join us.

Rolling route to Souderton via scenic, pretty roads. Rest stop in Souderton at mile 28 -- choice of eateries: Wawa, pizzeria, coffee shop, etc. Elevation gain is 2151 ft. We will stop to regroup as needed. No one dropped, but we will try to maintain 13mph, as advertised. If a quick rest or bathroom break is needed before the lunch stop, there is a place at mile 17. On the return, if a quick rest or bathroom break is needed, there is a Wawa in North Wales at mile 40. SHORTER (36-mile) OPTION: The outbound and return segments of this route overlap on Plymouth Rd, between Lantern Lane and Township Line Rd, in Lower Gwynedd. If you would like to do a shorter ride, please consider parking your car at the Gwynedd Valley train station on Plymouth Rd, then meet our group on the corner of Plymouth and Township Line, where we will be turning. We should reach this turn (mile 9.7 on the 53-mile cue sheet) ~10:00. On the return, we will pass the Gwynedd Valley train station. This alternative will shave off ~17 miles. START/FINISH POINT: Flourtown Shopping Center on Bethlehem Pike is the plaza with McDonald's at the front, facing the Pike. There is a GIANT supermarket at the rear. We cyclists park in the rear of the lot, near GIANT. There is a Starbucks Coffee counter inside the GIANT, as well as indoor seating. Cue sheets will be available. The on-line route map is http://ridewithgps.com/routes/6708629. GENERIC DESCRIPTION: Enjoy 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 daily calendar for details of each Friday's route -- terrain, mileage, rest stops, etc. Cue sheets and on-line route map provided for each ride. If weather conditions are not conducive to cycling, this ride may be replaced by a hike/walk, or snow activity. As long as we are enjoying outdoor exercise, and Mother Nature, in the company of friends, we'll have a memorable outing.

Winter Bikepacking? Cape Henlopen State Park, DE Sat/Sun, November 9th & 10th. One last Cycle Touring Bikepacking trip. Train assist to Egg Harbor, NJ, and return from Atlantic City, NJ. 50 to 55 miles each day, to the Cape May Ferry and back. For experienced Bikepackers. Need to be at AMTRAK 30th Street train station, Philadelphia, PA by 6 AM, in front of Saxby's coffee stand to board the 6:28 AM NJTRANSIT train to Atlantic City. Participants must be willing to do a riding speed of 12 mph in order to be at the Cape May Ferry by 2:15 PM for the 2:30 PM ferry departure to Lews, DE. Deboarding the train in Egg Harbor, cycling the 50 miles over Rt 50, Rt 664, Rt 610, Rt 47 & the back roads approach to the ferry. Pray for a tail wind. Just in case there is a 6 PM Ferry departure, so bicycle lights are a must. But our goal is to catch the 2:30 PM departure! Once over to Lewes, DE, we go straight to Cape Henlopen State Park Camp grounds, set up camp, take a shower and go to a nearby restaurant for dinner. After dinner, straight back to camp, into the tent and warm sleeping bag for the night. Average daily high temps 62 to 53, daily low temps 47 to 39. The return on Sunday will be more relaxed. Up at 6 AM, packed up and on the road by 7:30 AM. Find a coffee shop for a light breakfast. At the ferry by 8:30 AM or earlier. The morning ferry from Lews, DE is 8:45 AM arriving on the other side by 10:10 AM. Then cycle up the Jersey Shore Coast, Cape May, Wildwood, Stone Harbor, Avalon, Sea Ilse City, Ocean City, Longport, Margate, Ventnor, Atlantic City. There are multiple return trains Atlantic City to fall back on. Pack a lunch, PB&J sandwiches are always good, eat out Saturday night, Sunday morning, and stopping as needed on the way up the coast. Taking the next train back to Philadelphia once we arrive in Atlantic City. No estimate time for getting back to Philadelphia. Just daylight on the road cycling. Must have a commitment by Monday, November 4, 2019. Contact Tim Carey. 267.414.9037.

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.

Joke in progress: Ride Leader walks into a bar. Bartender asks, "How about a FLAT ride for a change?" Still working on the punchline..... This scenic loop, near Delaware Bay, will take us on quiet, country roads through farmlands, marshlands, & across peaceful creeks and rivers. Terrain is very gentle -- mostly flat, with a couple of small climbs, but these are less than 150 ft each. Total elevation gain is 1100 ft. This route has been extended beyond the route we did last year - this year's route will venture down to the inlet and marina on the Cohansey River. Rest stops at mile 23 (Alloway), mile 38 (Greenwich), and mile 54 (Hancock's Bridge). SHORT-CUT OPTION: There will be a self-guided short-cut for those wanting to ride ~57 miles. The shorter version will not go down to Greenwich or the inlet, but will have two rest stops at Alloway and Hancock's Bridge. Directions to the starting point at Fort Mott: I-295 South in NJ to Exit 1/NJ-49 E - Broadway for Pennsville/Salem. After 4 miles on NJ-49E/Broadway, turn right onto Fort Mott Rd, and stay on this road for 3.5 miles, til you get to the Bay. Entrance to the State Park will be on your right. From Center City Phila., drive time is LESS THAN ONE HOUR. Carpooling: Leader will be in parking lot of Conklin Playground, 15 E. Church Rd, Elkins Park, at 7:30am. Conklin is half a block below Cottman Ave/Township Line/PA-73 & Church Rd. If you'd like to car-pool, please contact Leader. Google Maps link for driving directions from Phila to Fort Mott: http://tinyurl.com/mm9kmed. CO-LEADER(S) WELCOME: If you would like to lead this ride at an alternative pace to increase ride options for our members, THANK YOU! Please contact LMc to have your name and pace group added to this listing.

Winter B ride with longer rides when warmer, shorter rides when colder. Total elevation 2000 - 3500 ft. The average speed (measured at end of ride) is likely to be 14.5 - 15.5 mph. We will regroup as needed, but riders are expected to ride the group pace. There will be a midway coffee/food stop. Check daily listing for GPS route information. As the predicted high temp. is 43°F, we have a 43 mile ride. Put together by Myra Vanlnwegan and modified with a coffee stop in Wayne. 2,300 ft. Ride may be cancelled up to an hour before ride time.

These rides will focus local neighborhoods around Philadelphia County and will include places like old buildings, historic places and murals. Easy rides for new riders to biking, with Safety Instructions and How To ride in a group. A no drop ride with rest stops and re-group as needed. Helmet and Water a must. A light riding snack suggested. Mid-week update on rides @ Facebook: Kayuh Pedalers. STREET PARKING: S. College St between 20th & 19th.

Friendly C+ ride with various destinations: BE SURE TO CHECK THE DAILY RIDE CALENDAR FOR RIDE LEADER AND DESTINATION INFORMATION. Bring money for lunch. We will regroup as necessary and wait at turns within ride level expectations. YOU MUST CARRY A SPARE TUBE. Ride may be cancelled up to 1 hour prior to departure time.

Ride to Skippack. Lunch stop at Wawa or Pizza Place. Potty stop on way out and back. Regroup as needed, riders should be able to keep the average pace. Faster on flats, slower on hills. Bring something to drink and an on bike snack. Dress in layers so you can shed clothes as the day warms up. Rain cancels.

Pretty loop from Springside Chestnut Hill Academy (the location of the Fall Open House Party later today) to the Wawa in Gwynedd, near the 202 Parkway Trail. Outbound via Oreland, Ft. Washington, and Prospectville. Return via Blue Bell, Flourtown, and Wyndmoor. The quick Wawa stop at Gwynedd is at mile 21. Rolling terrain, but no killer climbs. Total elevation gain 1922 ft. Plan is to return by 12:00-12:15pm, in order to set-up for the FALL OPEN HOUSE PARTY at 1:00pm. START/FINISH: Parking lot of the NEW Cherokee Dining Hall at SPRINGSIDE CHESTNUT HILL ACADEMY at 8000 Cherokee Street. There is a large, off-street parking lot in front of the building. Leader will post "BCP" signs.

Bike adventure through Philadelphia including stop at Pupuseria Sabor Latino #2 in Juniata for Salvadoran food. We will also stop at the Fall Open House Party on our way!

This weeks ride will go to the Fall Open House at the Springside-Chestnut Hill Academy. A no-drop ride, with rest stops and re-group as needed. Helmet, extra tube and water a must. A light riding snack suggested. Mid-week update on rides @ Facebook: Kayuh Pedalers. STREET PARKING: S. College St between 20th & 19th

OWLS (Older, Wiser, Longer, Slower) paced ride through Fairmount Park and beyond for any age. This ride will go to the Fall Open House at the Springside-Chestnut Hill Academy. Bring water, extra tube, and helmet(required by club.) There might be a hill or two, but we will allow a rest at the top of hills, which help us become stronger bike riders. There will be plenty of food choices to fuel your return trip, which will be mostly downhill.

A true C ride, which cheerfully waits to regroup. Usually 25-35 miles with a lunch or snack stop. Meet at the Italian Fountain, near the parking garage sign. This week we will loop up through the Northwest, meander into Montgomery County then circle back to Chestnut Hill for the BCP Fall Open House Party at Springside Chestnut Hill Academy.

BCP's annual fall party (formerly called the "End-of-Season" party) to celebrate Mother Nature's glorious colors of autumn. Please check the Ride Calendar for group rides and/or hikes heading to & from the party (or, originating from the venue in the morning, and returning to the party in the afternoon). This indoor social event will take place RAIN OR SHINE in the NEW Cherokee Dining Hall of Springside Chestnut Hill Academy, 8000 Cherokee Street. We will post signs near the parking lot & entrance. BICYCLE PARKING will be available outside the building, as well as inside, in the vestibule. We'll have REFRESHMENTS, camaraderie, LIVE MUSIC, raffle prizes, etc. The menu will be primarily a POT LUCK, with MEMBERS bringing various dishes. BCP will provide the beverages, and will supplement some of the food. So that we can plan for the correct amount and variety of foods to be served please RSVP. **VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: If you are able to help with either set-up (12:15pm), clean-up (4:00pm), or pot luck dish, Thank you.

A new coffee shop opened in the Wissahickon area off Ridge Ave, up the hill toward Roxborough. Let's go there this morning.

Bring yer bike & sense of adventure. Some days we'll ride familiar favorite routes, other days we'll scope out new routes. Today we'll ride to Snoozy's Cafe in Schwenksville (mile 28), with a park rest stop at mile 11. The middle part of the ride follows much of the Scenic Schuylkill Century route of the mid 2010s (nostalgic for me, Howard, as I developed the route with the help of some others). It is the most rural and scenic, but also the hilliest part of the ride. Almost half the day's total elevation gain is the 15 miles between the rest stop and about 2 miles before Schwenksville. Will regroup as needed, but must be able to maintain the posted pace. Must be willing to ride safely & obey traffic laws. NOTE: IN NOVEMBER THE RIDE IS AD HOC WITH DIFFERENT RIDE START LOCATIONS. WEATHER FORECAST WILL DETERMINE THE DAY OF WEEK AND TIME WE WILL RIDE. ALL THINGS BEING EQUAL WE WILL SHOOT FOR EITHER A MONDAY OR TUESDAY.

Tuesdays are Suzy-Jo Donut day at the Cafe at Riverbend 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, out the Manayunk Canal Tow Path and following Rivser Rd to the back approach to the Cafe. Straight shot back over the SRT.

Nighttime rides on beautiful low-traffic roads. Rolling to hilly terrain. Lights are required. No one dropped, but please be prepared to ride the advertised pace. Temperatures below 20 degrees cancels. Precipitation cancels. Snow and ice on the route cancels.

For Nov. 15: Pretty loop from Upper Dublin High School to Doylestown for lunch. We enter Doylestown from the east end, and wind around the museum district, and pass some very pretty and quaint residential streets. Lunch stop in Doylestown is at mile 28 - we have a choice of food court in the supermarket, or, Panera. On the outbound, there is a Wawa at Mile 18, if a quick snack/bathroom break is needed. On the return, if another bathroom break is needed, there is a Wawa near Mile 39 on the cue sheet. Total climbing is 2236 ft. 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 daily calendar for details of each Friday's route -- terrain, mileage, rest stops, etc. Cue sheets and on-line route map provided for each ride. If weather conditions are not conducive to cycling, this ride may be replaced by a hike/walk, or snow activity. As long as we are enjoying outdoor exercise, and Mother Nature, in the company of friends, we'll have a memorable outing.

Meet by 5:30 for 5:40a Trenton train to connect NJT to NY. Bring a strap to hang bike if needed. Lights are required, Ride Greenway trail along Hudson to Central Park, Cloisters, RaphaCC, Manhatten & Brooklyn bridges, with coffee/ lunch stops, also photo opps! Chinese dinner (6pm) spot a block away from Penn Station, there's couple trains in 7'o'clock hour to Trenton. ETA to Philly 11pm.

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.

These rides will focus local neighborhoods around Philadelphia County and will include places like old buildings, historic places and murals. Easy rides for new riders to biking, with Safety Instructions and How To ride in a group. A no drop ride with rest stops and re-group as needed. Helmet and Water a must. A light riding snack suggested. Mid-week update on rides @ Facebook: Kayuh Pedalers. STREET PARKING: S. College St between 20th & 19th.

Winter B ride with longer rides when warmer, shorter rides when colder. Total elevation 2,400 ft. The average speed (measured at end of ride) is likely to be 14.5 - 15.5 mph. We will regroup as needed, but riders are expected to ride the group pace. There will be a midway coffee/food stop. Check daily listing for GPS route information. A classic BCP B Ride to Devon for coffee. Ride may be cancelled up to an hour before ride time.

EMPIRE DINER AND RESTAURANT, Brooklawn, NJ, is just across the Walt Witman Bridge. Of course no bikes are allowed over that bridge so we will cycle over the Ben Franklin Bridge, though Camden and along the closest street to the Delaware River in Gloucester City, NJ. Returning along the Camden Riverfront.

With Elliot's approval, we'll have two speed groups for Elliot's Birthday Ride to Lumberville. Please see Elliot's ride description for details. On the outbound, there is a brief rest stop at Mile 15 at Del Val College Market. The lunch stop at Lumberville General Store is ~ Mile 27. On the return, there is a porta-potty stop ~ Mile 38-39. Looking forward to a scenic ride on Saturday, with a great rest stop at Lumberville, along the river! Thanks to Elliot for creating a pretty route!

Help me celebrate my birthday with a ride to the Lumberville General Store. 13-14 mph Potty stops on the way out and back with lunch at the general store. Slower on hills, faster on flats. Riders should be able to maintain the average pace. Regroup as needed. No dropping the ride leader. Bring plenty to drink and an on bike snack. Rain cancels.

Friendly C+ ride with various destinations: BE SURE TO CHECK THE DAILY RIDE CALENDAR FOR RIDE LEADER AND DESTINATION INFORMATION. Bring money for lunch. We will regroup as necessary and wait at turns within ride level expectations. YOU MUST CARRY A SPARE TUBE. Ride may be cancelled up to 1 hour prior to departure time.

With the cooler weather upon us, its time to ride to Thang Long Noodle Restaurant for the best pho in Philadelphia! https://thanglongphilly.com/

Join BCP/SCU for the 1st hike of the season in the Wissahickon. We'll be starting at Bruno's this week and will hike approx. 6 mi. The hike will be on moderate terrain with an achievable pace (2 - 2.5 mph). Please wear hiking shoes or sneakers with good tread. Bring water and a snack. There will be NO bathroom break during the hike so please plan accordingly before the hike at Brunos or the porta-potty. Please note that friendly four-legged friends are welcome but must remain leashed during the hike. Immediately after the hike, please join us for a party at Debbie & Jim's house around 12:30-12:45. Food contributions are welcome but not necessary. If you are bringing something, please contact Debbie at . Debbie will be leaving the hike early and can take food back at the time. Hope to see you on the hike as we watch the seasons change in the Wissahickon!

These rides will focus local neighborhoods around Philadelphia County and will include places like old buildings, historic places and murals. Easy rides for new riders to biking. A no-drop ride, with rest stops and re-group as needed. Helmet, extra tube and water a must. A light riding snack suggested. Mid-week update on rides @ Facebook: Kayuh Pedalers. STREET PARKING: S. College St between 20th & 19th

OWLS (Older, Wiser, Longer, Slower) pace ride for all ages. Will explore Fairmount Park and beyond with a Rest Stop about 1/2 way. Please bring water, proper dress for cooler weather, $ for mid ride rest stop, and helmet (required by club) Good conversation, jokesare welcomed, but no politics. There might be a hill or two to help improve riding strength and endurance. Resting at top of hills to catch breath will help recover from the extra effort.

A true C ride, which cheerfully waits to regroup. Usually 25-35 miles with a lunch or snack stop. Meet at the Italian Fountain, near the parking garage sign.

Contact Debbie or Jim for exact location. We will celebrate this season's first Hike in the Wissahickon immediately after the hike at Debbie and Jim's house at approximately 12:30PM. Although it is billed as a "potluck", we always have plenty of food - so please come with or without food or drinks. If you do plan to bring something, contact Debbie at . Debbie will be at the start of the hike to collect anything that needs to be refrigerated or heated.

Special Sunday afternoon post-hike route. The Day of Remembrance ceremony is taking place on the north apron of City Hall, from 2:00 til 4:00 pm. This ride will leave from Flourtown, down the street from the Post-Hike Potluck Party hosted by Debbie and Jim. We will weave through Chestnut Hill, Roxborough, and Manayunk, down to the SRT toward Center City, to participate in part of the ceremony. We will return from Center City via SRT, Umbria, River Rd to Hector Street, then, back toward Chestnut Hill and Flourtown. LIGHTS are mandatory, for safety on the return from Center City to Flourtown.

Spread Bagelry, the Montraeal Style, Wood Oven Bagels, opened a new huge shop at the East end of the Walnut Street Bridge. We will end there after a short ride to Bartram's Gardens, and the Bartram's Mile. Be on the lookout for the Concret Cowboys. Rain, Snow, icy roads conditions being reported by KYW outside their studio, one hour prior to start time, cancels.

Tuesdays are Suzy-Jo Donut day at the Cafe at Riverbend 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, out the Manayunk Canal Tow Path and following Rivser Rd to the back approach to the Cafe. Straight shot back over the SRT. Rain, snow, icy roads being reported by KYW, outside their studio one hour prior to start, cancels.

Show and Go.  Ride to RiverBend Cafe' Meet up with Philly folks for coffee and doughnuts.

Bring yer bike & sense of adventure. Some days we'll ride familiar favorite routes, other days we'll scope out new routes. Today we'll start a tad later (hopefully its still not too cold), ride a few less miles and head to Sammy's Bulldog Cafe (formerly Pizza Mia - great reviews) in Harleysville (mile 20). There's a WaWa across the street for those just looking for a snack, but note: they don't have bathrooms. The middle part of the ride follows many of the roads used during the popular Alpaca ride in late September. Similar to last week, it is the hilliest, most rural and scenic part of the ride (but not as hilly overall). Will regroup as needed, but must be able to maintain the posted pace. Must be willing to ride safely & obey traffic laws. NOTE: IN NOVEMBER THE RIDE IS AD HOC WITH DIFFERENT RIDE START LOCATIONS. WEATHER FORECAST WILL DETERMINE THE DAY OF WEEK AND TIME WE WILL RIDE. ALL THINGS BEING EQUAL WE WILL SHOOT FOR EITHER A MONDAY OR TUESDAY.

Seminar for Ride Leaders to learn basic Ride with GPS skills, i.e., sign up for club benefits, plan a route, prepare a cue sheet, and transfer the route to your smart phones or Garmin devices. We will prepare a short course by at the end of the meeting. We can test our new skills by following the course walking around the college area. If you have not already signed up for the Ride with GPS club site, please email me for further instructions. We can sign you up at the meeting, but sometimes there is a delay before you can access the club site. The meeting is Room C2-16 Check in with the guard in the lobby. Proceed to the 2nd floor.

Nighttime rides on beautiful low-traffic roads. Rolling to hilly terrain. Lights are required. No one dropped, but please be prepared to ride the advertised pace. Temperatures below 20 degrees cancels. Precipitation cancels. Snow and ice on the route cancels.

FOR 11/22: Pretty loop fron Wentz Run Park in Whitpain to Perky Joe's Cafe in Harleysville. Outbound via Indian Creek and Vernfield, return via Perkiomen Creek and Evansburg State Park. Cafe stop is at mile 19. After the cafe, we can stop at Landis Market at mile 20 to stock up on water, Gatorade, etc., for the return ride. Total climbing is 2567 ft. Rolling terrain, with two major climbs. Towards the end of the ride, there is a Wawa at mile 36, if another snack break is needed. GENERIC DESCRIPTION: Enjoy 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 daily calendar for details of each Friday's route -- terrain, mileage, rest stops, etc. Cue sheets and on-line route map provided for each ride. If weather conditions are not conducive to cycling, this ride may be replaced by a hike/walk, or snow activity. As long as we are enjoying outdoor exercise, and Mother Nature, in the company of friends, we'll have a memorable outing.

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

Assemble at 8:15. Depart at 8:20 SHARP! Marathon starts at 7:30, so we should cross Kelly Drive before even the fastest runners approach the Art Museum finish line, and by the time we return, Marathon should be over. But if you are driving to the start, plan accordingly. Ride through East Falls, Wyndmoor, Oreland, Fort Washington, Upper Dublin, Ambler, Flourtown, Manayunk, and Bala Cynwyd. Several hills but no killers. 35-minute coffee stop at Abyss in Ambler (It's all about the coffee!). Will regroup at top of hills if necessary, but riders are expected to maintain posted speed (what our computers read upon ride completion). PLEASE PREREGISTER: saves time; ensures that I will be able to read important emergency info; and no problem if you change your mind and don't show up since we will not be waiting past the posted departure time. P.S. My on-ride phone no. is 215-837-2808.

Winter B ride with longer rides when warmer, shorter rides when colder. Total elevation 2500 - 3500 ft. The average speed (measured at end of ride) is likely to be 14.5 - 15.5 mph. We will regroup as needed, but riders are expected to ride the group pace. There will be a midway coffee/food stop. Start point for this week is Bulldog Park (Fairmount/25th/Pennsylvania Ave). Ride to Ambler for coffee at Abyss. We're heading north to avoid the1/2 marathon. This could make things difficult if you are driving to this ride. Ride may be cancelled up to an hour before ride time.

Lamp Post Diner, 1378 Little Gloucester Rd, Clementon, NJ 08021. Once over the Ben Franklin Bridge, we head over to E Atlantic Ave and then Laurel Rd. We will find a different route home.

This ride has been rescheduiled for better weather Saturday. Join us for the well known "Valley Forge Winter route" on Sunday, . Fairly hilly in front half of ride, easy second half. 1925 ft climb. Moderate pace, We will stop for Coffee in Phoenixville on way back in to Betzwood. No Drops but should be able to ride at stated pace. Check back here for weather cancellations. Temps below 35 or rain will cancel the ride.

Joke in progress: Ride Leader walks into a bar. Bartender asks, "How about a FLAT ride for a change?" Still working on the punchline..... This scenic loop, near Delaware Bay, will take us on quiet, country roads through farmlands, marshlands, & across peaceful creeks and rivers. Terrain is very gentle -- mostly flat, with a couple of small climbs, but these are less than 150 ft each. Total elevation gain is 1100 ft. This route has been extended beyond the route we did last year - this year's route will venture down to the inlet and marina on the Cohansey River. Rest stops at mile 23 (Alloway), mile 38 (Greenwich), and mile 54 (Hancock's Bridge). SHORT-CUT OPTION: There will be a self-guided short-cut for those wanting to ride ~57 miles. The shorter version will not go down to Greenwich or the inlet, but will have two rest stops at Alloway and Hancock's Bridge. Directions to the starting point at Fort Mott: I-295 South in NJ to Exit 1/NJ-49 E - Broadway for Pennsville/Salem. After 4 miles on NJ-49E/Broadway, turn right onto Fort Mott Rd, and stay on this road for 3.5 miles, til you get to the Bay. Entrance to the State Park will be on your right. From Center City Phila., drive time is LESS THAN ONE HOUR. Carpooling: Leader will be in parking lot of Conklin Playground, 15 E. Church Rd, Elkins Park, at 7:30am. Conklin is half a block below Cottman Ave/Township Line/PA-73 & Church Rd. If you'd like to car-pool, please contact Leader. Google Maps link for driving directions from Phila to Fort Mott: http://tinyurl.com/mm9kmed. Plan for the 68-mile group is to return by 4:00pm. TWO LEADERS, TWO PACES: Dan Operacz will lead a 16-17mph group. and Linda will lead at 14-16.

Due to marathon, meet at the Abraham Lincoln monument here: https://www.google.com/maps/place/Abraham+Lincoln+Monument/@39.9695749,-75.184457,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0x9d004eb82bdb7fba!8m2!3d39.9695749!4d-75.184457 Friendly C+ ride with various destinations: BE SURE TO CHECK THE DAILY RIDE CALENDAR FOR RIDE LEADER AND DESTINATION INFORMATION. Bring money for lunch. We will regroup as necessary and wait at turns within ride level expectations. YOU MUST CARRY A SPARE TUBE. Ride may be cancelled up to 1 hour prior to departure time.

Please join us on a hike in the beautiful Wissahickon Gorge of Fairmount Park. We will be hiking mainly on trails with some flat options. If you are not familiar with the trails in the southern part of the park, be prepared to do the entire hike as it will be more difficult to direct you back to the start. Hiking shoes or boots are recommended as is bringing water and a snack. Well-behaved dogs are welcome, but they must be leashed at all times, even on the trails.

Last Sunday I took riders to the artwork "the Cocoon" at the Navy Yard. What I didn't know was that of all the Sundays this day it was closed. Since I want to see this work, I'm taking the ride this Sunday to see it. I checked, it's supposed to be open. Guests must sign a waiver. And Socks are required and will be provided if needed. A no-drop ride, with rest stops and re-group as needed. Helmet, Extra Tube and Water a must. Mid-week update on rides @ Facebook: Kayuh Pedalers. STREET PARKING: S. College St between 20th & 19th

Today's D Ride is on! The weather should claer just in time for us to ride. Today we will have a two-part, puddle-avoiding ride. -- out to Bala Cynwyd and back for coffee (11 miles total), then for those who want to go a little further, we'll go down to the Christmas Village and craft fair at Love Park and Dilworth Plaza. ...out through West Fairmount Park, back through East Fairmount Park after crossing the Strawberry Mansion Bridge as the clouds clear away. Bring water, extra tube, $ for mid-ride snack. Helmet is required. New riders welcome.

A true C ride, which cheerfully waits to regroup. We will ride to Ardmore, 30 miles roundtrip. No ride if rain during the hour before the ride or more than 50 pct chance of rain during ride.

DEFERRED for 11/24 - Leader will be doing a special Pre-Thanksgiving charity Turkey Ride, helping to distribute holiday turkeys to food pantries. This ride will resume next week, Dec. 1. Scenic loop, usually thru Montgomery Co. or Lower Bucks, with brief rest stop. Unless otherwise stated, meet most Sundays at Bruno's (finishing point for many of the Sunday AM Wissahickon hikes). Occasionally meet at another location in Chestnut Hill. Plan to return by 5:00pm. Please bring LIGHTS. Specific details posted for week. Every Sunday throughout winter (during hiking season), weather permitting, EXCEPT 2nd Sun in Feb. If weather is not bike-friendly, this ride may be replaced by snow activity. Keep moving throughout winter - maintain base fitness level for the return of spring cycling in March.

This Monday we will cycle up to Germantown for coffee: Germantown Expresso Bar, 26 Maplewood Mall, Philadelphia, PA 19144. Rain, snow, icy road conditions being reported outside the KYW studio, cancels.

Tuesdays are Suzy-Jo Donut day at the Cafe at Riverbend 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, out the Manayunk Canal Tow Path and following Rivser Rd to the back approach to the Cafe. Straight shot back over the SRT. Rain, snow or icy road conditions being reported by KYW one hour prior to start, cancels

Show and Go: The ride is on for anyone who shows up at the start. We ride the SRT to RiverBend Cafe' in Conshohocken to meet up with Philly folks for coffee and doughnuts. An additional seven mile loop to Plymouth Meeting is optional.

Bring yer bike & sense of adventure. Some days we'll ride familiar favorite routes, other days we'll scope out new routes. Today we'll ride to Brig O'Doon Coffee House in Ottsville (mile 20) for a lunch or snack stop, and then onto Sailor's Point/Peace Valley Park for a rest stop (mile 34). Very scenic ride with lots and lots of rolling hills, particularly approaching and leaving Ottsville. Will regroup as needed, but must be able to maintain the posted pace. Must be willing to ride safely & obey traffic laws. Check day of the ride if weather is iffy (rain cancels).

Nighttime rides on beautiful low-traffic roads. Rolling to hilly terrain. Lights are required. No one dropped, but please be prepared to ride the advertised pace. Temperatures below 20 degrees cancels. Precipitation cancels. Snow and ice on the route cancels.

Ride to the WaWa in Skippack. Some hills, regroup as needed. Riders should be able to keep the average pace. Faster on flats, slower on hills. Bring plenty to drink and an on bike snack. Rain cancels.

We'll be joining Elliot's ride to Skppack on Thanksgiving morning, at a slightly slower pace. Please read Elliot's ride description. We'll be heading from UDHS to the Wawa in Skippack for a quick rest break.

Special Friday ride on the day after Thanksgiving, to help us burn off some calories from our feast, and enjoy the sunny skies. Pretty route from Upper Dublin High School to Montgomeryville Wegman's for lunch. Ride through Ambler, Gwynedd, Lansdale, Warrington, and Maple Glen. The lunch stop is at mile 28. On the outbound, if a Wawa stop is needed, there is a Wawa near mile 18. On the return, there is another optional Wawa stop at mile 41. There is a short-cut option on the return to UDHS, for a 44-mile ride, instead. TWO LEADERS, TWO PACES: John will lead at 13-14, and Linda will lead at 14-15.

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

This being the Saturday after Thanksgiving, a shorter ride is planned and will good to the Westmont Dinner, Westmont, NJ. Just a jaunt over the Ben Franklin Bridge and through Cooper River Park.

In honor of Thanksgiving turkey, this ride is a revival of the late Peter Odell's classic route to the Turkey Point Lighthouse, on the scenic and peaceful peninsula between the Elk River and the North East River, at the head of the Chesapeake Bay. Mostly quiet roads in northwestern Delaware and northeastern Maryland. Rest stop at mile 18.5, in the cute town of Northeast, MD. ScenicTurkey Point Lighthouse at the tip of the peninsula is at mile 31.5. (The Lighthouse Trail runs right along the perimeter of the peninsula.) On the return, we have a rest stop at a market/deli at mile 45. Total elevation gain is 3986 feet. Mostly rolling terrain, with some steep climbs (up-down-up-down) close to the lighthouse at the tip of the peninsula. We will stop to regroup as needed. Travel time from Philadelphia to Newark is ~one hour. Driving Directions from Philadelphia: I-95 South into DE, then DE-273 West toward Newark/Univ. of DE. DE-273 will lead you to Main St. The Newark Shopping Center, the Rail Trail parking lot, and Bike Line & Ski Bum stores will be on your right. TWO LEADERS, TWO PACES: Dan Operacz will lead a group at 16-17, and Linda will lead at 14-16. Thank you, Dan!

Winter B ride with longer rides when warmer, shorter rides when colder. Total elevation 2500 - 3500 ft. The average speed (measured at end of ride) is likely to be 14.5 - 15.5 mph. We will regroup as needed, but riders are expected to ride the group pace. There will be a midway coffee/food stop. Check daily listing for GPS route information. Ride may be cancelled up to an hour before ride time.

Friendly C+ ride with various destinations: BE SURE TO CHECK THE DAILY RIDE CALENDAR FOR RIDE LEADER AND DESTINATION INFORMATION. Bring money for lunch. We will regroup as necessary and wait at turns within ride level expectations. YOU MUST CARRY A SPARE TUBE. Ride may be cancelled up to 1 hour prior to departure time.