Ride Calendar

Pretty meander from Horsham Library to the Chapel Cabin Cafe at Valley Forge National Park, to meet Chuck's group leaving from the city. Outbound to Valley Forge via Ambler, Fort Washington, and Conshohocken, and through a little bit of the National Park. Return via short segment on the SRT to West Norriton, Cente Square, and Gwynedd. Lunch stop at the Chapel Cabin Cafe behind Washington Memorial Chapel. Total climbing 2812 ft, averaging 54 ft/mile.

From Cosmic Cafe to the Chapel Cabin Shop in Valley Forge NHP and back. Out via the SRT with a brief stop at Tricycle in Spring Mill. Back via the CVT-SRT Connector with a brief stop at Wawa at Conshohocken Rd and Ridge, about 1/4 mile off the route. This is a C- / D+ ride -- leisurely 10 to 12 mph riding pace, mostly flat with a few short hills in Valley Forge NHP. Helmets required. New riders welcome. 4+ hrs riding plus stoppage time. ...a good ride to warm up for the Odell Ride on Sept. 3rd.

Assemble at 7:55. Leave at 8:00 SHARP! Ride through East Fairmount Park, East Falls, Roxborough, Mount Airy, Chestnut Hill, Wyndmoor, Ft. Washington, Ambler, Gywnyd, Lansdale, Plymouth Whitemarsh, Manayunk, etc. Many hills (approx. 3,300 ft. elev. gain), but no killers. Will regroup as needed, but riders are expected to meet the advertised pace. At mile 34 or so, 35-minute coffee stop at Backyard Beans. It's all about the coffee! (Note that ride ends at Italian Fountain, not with add’l. 2 miles shown on RWGPS.)

Hilly but pretty loop through Warren and Hunterdon Counties, NJ, to the scenic Merrill Creek Reservoir. New & improved route by Charlie B. Ice cream at mile 58. This route includes a couple of 400-ft climbs, and one 640-ft climb, but the vistas from the summits are magnificent. We'll be riding mostly on quiet and shaded country roads, but also passing through the quaint towns of Milford, Riegelsville, Stewartsville, and Bloomsbury. Initial and final stretches of the route, along River Road, are flat. The challenging hills section, ~10 miles of climbing, is in the middle. Total elevation gain on the 63-mi route is 4090 ft, but we will stop to regroup as needed. Food stops at mile 24 in Stewartvsille (before climbing to the Reservoir), and at mile 46 in Bloomsbury. (We'll also have a brief photo/scenery stop at the spectacular Reservoir at mile 31.) From the food stop in Bloomsbury, we'll descend to the village of Little York, then return to Milford and Frenchtown via downhill-to-flat roads. Depending on where you live, please allow an hour for the drive to Frenchtown. 53-Mi short-Cut Option: Charlie B. has developed a 53-mi alternate route which avoids the steep climb to Merrill Creek Reservoir, but still stops at the Tauro market rest stop. This is the link for the 53-miler: ridewithgps.com/routes/37360255, with 2990 ft. CO-LEADER(S) WELCOME to add other groups at alternative speeds to increase options for our riders. Please contact LMc to have your name and speed group added to this listing.

Various friendly rides per DAILY RIDE CALENDAR departing FROM THE PARKING ATTENDANT BOOTH at specified time and ranging 35-80 miles. We will regroup as needed, but riders are expected to ride group pace. Bring food or money for snack along the way, as well as a spare tube, tire irons and multi-tool. Check daily listing for route information. Ride may be cancelled up to 1 hour prior to departure time. Pre-registration preferred.

The ride leaves at 9:00 am. Let’s take a nice OWLS (Older, Wiser, Longer, Slower) paced Saturday ride to Weavers Co-op for lunch followed by ice cream at a nearby ice cream parlor. Route will be Wissahickon Trail out to Gtown . From there it’s anybodies guess as to what route I am going to choose. If KYW is reporting rain outside of their studio one hour prior to the start time of the ride, then this ride will be cancelled. Cue sheets will not be available.

Always nice to head across the river especially if there is a nice lunch spot at the end! Let's meet on the North Side of the Philly side of the Ben Franklin Bridge, ride through Camden and up to Bordentown. The route follows the River Line and the river. Two options for return-- those who are ambitious can do the route in reverse and make it a 70 mile day, those who are less ambitious ( yours truly) can take the river line back to Camden and then either ride across the bridge or take Patco back home. Please note: there are three flights of steps on the Jersey side of the Ben Franklin bridge. Happy to help those who need help, but PATCO is also an option. Please note, the posted route goes on to Trenton, as in the past a few folks have wanted to do that!

Sunny Sunday Afternoon D Ride is easy, laid back ride, great introduction to club cycling. Cycling tips and social comradedery. Ride in Fairmount Park and the Schuylkill River Trail and environs. If KYW is reporting rain outside their studio one hour prior to start, ride cancels.

Ride to Conshohocken Wawa for a snack stop. A true C ride, which cheerfully waits to regroup. Some climbing required.

We will ride out from Ardmore thru Montgomery County to Gulp Road pass Mill Creek and a few other climbs on our way to the SRT in Conshocken . Flat ride from that point on. We will stop for lunch on the return route back from Betzwood via the SRT back to our starting point. If KWY is reporting rain outside of their studio one hour prior to the start time of the ride, then the ride is cancelled. Please bring plenty of water as there will be a stop on the way out to the park Cue sheets will not be available. Cue sheets will not be available.

Easy ride to Tricycle - out SRT or Umbria- return over Manayunk bridge through W. Laurel Hill cemetery.-

Missing your Monday COS ride fix? Come out early for a "Best of COS" ride. I've mixed up a medley of all of our greatest COS climbs, landscapes and destinations for a 50+ miler starting out of Westlakes Corporate Center. We'll probably be doing a B-/C+ pace but will adjust based on interest. Here's the route...https://ridewithgps.com/routes/44283011

Holiday ride to Conshohocken for lunch at the Irish Pub, cycling the Manayunk Canal Tow Path before it closes for construction of the Flat Rock Dam Lock # 68 reconstruction project, September 11th thru the end of the year. We will return via Shawmont and Wright Street in upper Manayunk to join the rough unimproved section of the envisioned Ivy Ridge Trail. If KYW is reporting rain outside their studio one hour prior to start, ride cancels.

The ride will depart from Church of the Savior, Wayne, PA at 6:00 pm promptly. Ride Level: D thru AX This ride is cross listed with SCU. Please sign up here or there so that we can get a count of riders before we start. No cue sheets will be available but ride leaders generally post their routes on the SCU Meetup or the BCP website. We do not ride on holidays that fall on a Monday ( Memorial Day, Labor Day, etc.). Rain cancels the ride but look at Meetup for last minute updates when weather is questionable.

CANCELLED for Labor Day, 9/4 - Leader is returning from the Hanover Cyclers Labr Day Century. Scheduled for most Monday evenings throughout summer, weather permitting. 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, relaxed, recovery ride. Cycle peaceful roads in Eastern Mont Co. Brief rest stop for quick snack/bathroom break half-way through. Planned mileage will depend on the length of evening daylight. Speed and distance will also depend on the riders in our group. Please bring lights in case we are delayed on our return. Toward the end of the season (mid-September), this ride will need to leave earlier (5:45 or 5:30pm), due to evening daylight ending earlier.

While Jim is away, he has foolishly asked me to assist--so, let's do what I like to do and head to NJ to Haddon Heights where we can get coffee and snacks at Trouble Brewing. Let's meet at the foot of the Ben Franklin Bridge-- north side and head on over! Yes, there are stairs on the Jersey side of the bridge, but.... there will be people who will help. If the stairs are too much, PATCO is always an option. Tim Carey has volunteered to help those who are thinking that PATCO is how they want to get across the Ben Franklin Bridge. Text me if you need assistance with that or if you are unsure of how to get to our start location! It is going to be a hot day so let's get started at 9:00 so we are back before it gets crazy hot!

Relaxed-pace evening rides on Tuesdays throughout summer. Distance and pace will depend on the riders in our group. (Sunset time will also determine distance.) This ride is suited for novice riders, newcomers to the area, and/or anyone seeking a low-intensity recovery ride. Enjoy pretty and peaceful roads in eastern Montgomery County, pedaling away the stresses of the workday. We usually take a brief rest break mid-ride, depending on distance. Please bring water/Gatorade and a snack with you. Please also bring LIGHTS, in case we have a delay and are returning close to dark. Toward the end of summer (September), starting time will need to be pushed earlier to 5:45, then 5:30, due to earlier sunset.

Last real Bulldog route of the year, going out towards Stenton Ave, and back into Manayunk. Some will stop @ La Roca for Taco Tuesday other will head direct to the Fountain. Trying to keep pace to a 15.5-16.5 Avg, faster rides at the Fountain and Cadence.

Ride out Kelly Drive, through the Wissahickon and through W. Mt. Airy. Return down midvale

Most summer Wednesday evenings, weather permitting. Gently paced, post-work ride to pedal away stresses, suited for novices, newcomers to area, and/or anyone seeking low-intensity recovery ride. Peaceful roads Eastern Montgomery Co, w/brief rest stop. Please bring lights. Preregistration (click on link to Preregister) saves you writing time at the start. Meet in parking lot of Flourtown Shop Ctr Bethlehem Pike (McDonald's in front, facing the Pike). Once a month, this ride may need to meet earlier in afternoon, due to BCP Board meeting in evening. In September, as evening daylight shortens, this ride will meet earlier (5:45, then, 5:30).

A recurring ride in the general Penn Valley Area - ie the Hills! Destinations and length of rides open to rider input. PLEASE NOTE NEW 9AM START TIME!!

Meeting at the end of the 9th street bridge, we will make our journey to Margate utilizing both bridges. It is a D pace,no drop, 12.4 mile ride. After you pre-register please text or call via 609-287-3273. As per club policy, helmets are required.Should you have any questions about the ride please contact the number above. Thanks, Robert Highley Jr.

For September 7: Please preregister/RSVP before the ride. No RSVPs = No ride. Speed and distance tonight will be limited, due to the heat. Scheduled for most Thursday evenings throughout summer, weather permitting. Gently paced, post-work evening ride to pedal away work stresses, suited for novices, newcomers to area, and/or anyone seeking a low-intensity recovery ride. Start by riding on Schuylkill River Trail, and/or, Cross County Trail, which connects the Schuylkill w/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. Our mileage will be determined by how much evening light we have. Occasionally, this ride may meet earlier in afternoon, due to other event in evening. In mid-September, ride will depart at 5:45 or 5:30, due to earlier sunset.

A slower "C" version of the Thursday evening hill ride. Starts at 6 PM May through August, 5:45 PM in September

A moderately hilly ride conquering Main Line hills that regroups at the top of each climb. As the days lengthen, so does the ride. No riders doing the listed pace will be dropped. Bike lights are highly recommended. Optional after ride drink at Waterworks Cider & Beer Garden - Bring ID. Rain cancellations will be listed on web site up to 1 hour prior to ride. Preregistration requested as it ensures on-time departure.

For 9/7: Easy-schmeasy ride from Laurel Beech Park in Chestnut Hill to Audubon/Trooper for coffee, via the Schuylkill River Trail. Leave early at 8:30am, in order to beat the afternoon heat and the rain predicted for the afternoon. Plan to return by 12:30 at the latest. START/FINISH at Laurel Beech Park: Park is near Cheltenham Ave on East Mermaid Lane. Gravel parking lot with portapotty, next to Robertson's Florist/Nursery/Greenhouse. 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. As long as we are enjoying outdoor exercise, and Mother Nature, in the company of friends, we'll have a memorable outing.

Today is my birthday. But I'm not going to ride 81 miles. Instead, I'll lead my late wife's and my favorite ride----through the Main Line to the Great American Pub for lunch, returning via the SRT, Cynwyd Trail, and West Laurel Hill Cemetary. We will follow the Thursday Morning Hill Ride Route to Williamson Road, turn right on Morris and then swoop down into Conshohocken on N. Spring Mill Road and Conshohocken State Road. We'll start at 10 AM so we don't get to the GAP too early. In case in inclement weather, I will cancel by 9 AM. If the ride is not canceled by 9 AM it's going.

Loop the Delaware: September 9th For those of you who don't want to carry your bike down the stairs of the bridge, Tim Carey will meet people at 8:15 at 9th and Locust for the PATCO train. Meet on the platform. Train departs at 8:27 so no grace period for those who are late. This leisurely 28-mile ride will be the first of two Loop the Delaware rides to explore the Delaware River Heritage Trail. Shorter options will be available using transit stop jump-off points along the route, and the ride also coincides with the Delaware River Festival for folks to join after the ride, which is taking place on both sides of the river! See more about that event here: https://www.delawareriverfest.org/ Join the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia, Delaware River Greenway Partnership, East Coast Greenway Alliance, New Jersey Conservation Foundation, and The Circuit Trails in discovering the growing number of trails along the Delaware River between Philly-Morrisville on the PA side and between Camden-Trenton on the NJ side. This includes the Delaware River Trail’s newly expanded K&T Trail, the Port Richmond Connector Trail and Penn Treaty Park in Philadelphia as well as the Cramer Hill Waterfront Park, and Cooper’s Poynt Waterfront Park in Camden County. Full ride details and transit options will be provided upon registration. PLEASE NOTE YOU NEED TO REGISTER ON THE BICYCLE COALITION SITE Register for Loop the Delaware on September 9th here: https://bicyclecoalition.org/events/loop-the-del-1

Various friendly rides per DAILY RIDE CALENDAR departing FROM THE PARKING ATTENDANT BOOTH at specified time and ranging 35-80 miles. We will regroup as needed, but riders are expected to ride group pace. Bring food or money for snack along the way, as well as a spare tube, tire irons and multi-tool. Check daily listing for route information. Ride may be cancelled up to 1 hour prior to departure time. Pre-registration preferred.

Ride to the start at AIM of the Scenic Schuylkill Century. There will also be a C-paced ride of the Valley Forge Loop (and you can continue on the full English Centry from there, if you like). We will also be returning to the Art Museum in the afternoon. All segments are a true C ride, which cheerfully waits to regroup. Climbing required. You must separately register for the Century.

We will ride from the Fountain behind the Art Museum to the start of the Scenic Schuylkill Century at AIM in Manayunk. Then ride as a group (B pace), if you want, for the SSC Covered Bridges Ride. After returning to AIM, we will then head bacj to the Art Museum with options for the Waterworks beer garden. You must register separately for the SSC. This ride cancels if SSC cancels.

Meet at the scenic Walnut Lane Circle, as we prepare ourselves for the Truly Scenic Covered Bridge portion of the SSC. Ride down to AIM to sign in and wait for the Center City B ride to arrive. Scenic parts of this short ride include, the historic Walnut Lane Bridge, the many construction sites ,road work, and metal plates on Ridge Ave, people fighting for a parking spots for Wawa coffee also on Ridge, and as we fly down Domino Lane to Umbria the city land fill greets you with exotic aromas.

This ride is for any members who would like to ride a portion of the Scenic Schuylkill Century as a group. We will meet at the Aim Academy and ride that section of the event as a group. From AIM out through Valley Forge NHP, to the Phoenixvlle YMCA and back. The return trip includes the recently opened Chester Valley Trail—Schuylkill River Trail Connector.

Monday Sept. 11 @ 9:30 D ride to 4th st Deli, Conshy. 10.5 mph. Let's go up to 4th st Deli and back on Cynwyd Trail/ cemetery. Word is that SRT part through Manyunk to Shawmut is closed for repairs so we will all go up Umbria and down shawmut o SRT. Got that? Leader: Diana D. (no Steve today). 215-680-2322

Scheduled for most Monday evenings throughout summer, weather permitting. 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, relaxed, recovery ride. Cycle peaceful roads in Eastern Mont Co. Brief rest stop for quick snack/bathroom break half-way through. Planned mileage will depend on the length of evening daylight. Speed and distance will also depend on the riders in our group. Please bring lights in case we are delayed on our return. Toward the end of the season (mid-September), this ride will need to leave earlier (5:45 or 5:30pm), due to evening daylight ending earlier.

The ride will depart from Church of the Savior, Wayne, PA at 6:00 pm promptly. Ride Level: D thru AX This ride is cross listed with SCU. Please sign up here or there so that we can get a count of riders before we start. No cue sheets will be available but ride leaders generally post their routes on the SCU Meetup or the BCP website. We do not ride on holidays that fall on a Monday ( Memorial Day, Labor Day, etc.). Rain cancels the ride but look at Meetup for last minute updates when weather is questionable.

This will be a traditional ride out and back to Narberth, PA If KYW is reporting rain outside their studio one hour prior to start, ride cancels.

Relaxed-pace evening rides on Tuesdays throughout summer. Distance and pace will depend on the riders in our group. (Sunset time will also determine distance.) This ride is suited for novice riders, newcomers to the area, and/or anyone seeking a low-intensity recovery ride. Enjoy pretty and peaceful roads in eastern Montgomery County, pedaling away the stresses of the workday. We usually take a brief rest break mid-ride, depending on distance. Please bring water/Gatorade and a snack with you. Please also bring LIGHTS, in case we have a delay and are returning close to dark. Toward the end of summer (September), starting time will need to be pushed earlier to 5:45, then 5:30, due to earlier sunset.

Quick ride to La Roca, as we toast the summer of the Bulldog rides. Going up George;s Hill, down to Bryn Mawr Ave, route 23, and take Manayunk Bike bridge to Main Street and enjoy some Taco Tuesday. Group will then head back to CC, on the river trail, or climb home to Germantown.

Front Royal, VA is entrance to the Skyline Dr of the Shenandoah National Park. We will carpool to there on Wednesday, September 13th. Stay two nights at a motel close to the entrance to the park. Return home on Friday, September 15th. One day of cycling up to Elkwallow Wayside on Thursday, September 7th. Elkwallow Wayside is appropriately 25 miles from the park entrance, with many vista lookout spots to stop. Hot food at the Wayside. There is a climb up the drive then modest climbs and a modest decent to Elkwallow Wayside. Google Maps says: moderate hills, 3507 ft of elevation gain and 1768 ft of elevation lose. Fernando is our ride leader, Tim will be the sweep and he hasn't seen one hill or one mountain he couldn't get off his bike and walk up! This ride dates were changed because of the heat. Shared motel expense. Please contact me for more information. 267.414.9037 or .

When asked to lead a ride today to Havertown, PA to the Havertown Grill, William Staten, he asked your route or mine, I said, your route! Alright, I have one in my head. I just hope William doesn't lose his head or all you riders will be lost! If KYW is reporting rain outside their studio one hour prior to start, ride cancels.

DEFERRED for 9/13, due to Monthly Board Meeting Most summer Wednesday evenings, weather permitting. Gently paced, post-work ride to pedal away stresses, suited for novices, newcomers to area, and/or anyone seeking low-intensity recovery ride. Peaceful roads Eastern Montgomery Co, w/brief rest stop. Please bring lights. Preregistration (click on link to Preregister) saves you writing time at the start. Meet in parking lot of Flourtown Shop Ctr Bethlehem Pike (McDonald's in front, facing the Pike). Once a month, this ride may need to meet earlier in afternoon, due to BCP Board meeting in evening. In September, as evening daylight shortens, this ride will meet earlier (5:45, then, 5:30).

All BCP members are warmly invited to participate in our monthly Board meeting, where we discuss important club business and topics of concern and interest to our members, e.g., safety, upcoming events, bike culture in our city & region, etc. BCP's Board of Directors values and appreciates YOUR comments and feedback on club rides and hikes, events, safety, etc. We need YOUR input to improve services to our members. LIGHT DINNER is served before our discussions begin. VENUE: Roxborough Memorial Hospital at 5800 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia 19128. Main Entrance is on Jamestown St. Take elevator down to Ground Floor to Cafeteria Conference Room A.

A recurring ride in the general Penn Valley Area - ie the Hills! Destinations and length of rides open to rider input. PLEASE NOTE NEW 9AM START TIME!!

Meeting at the end of the 9th street bridge, we will make our journey to Margate utilizing both bridges. It is a D pace,no drop, 12.4 mile ride. After you pre-register please text or call via 609-287-3273. As per club policy, helmets are required.Should you have any questions about the ride please contact the number above. Thanks, Robert Highley Jr.

A slower "C" version of the Thursday evening hill ride. Starts at 6 PM May through August, 5:45 PM in September

A moderately hilly ride conquering Main Line hills that regroups at the top of each climb. As the days lengthen, so does the ride. No riders doing the listed pace will be dropped. Bike lights are highly recommended. Optional after ride drink & food at Bishops Collar (Fairmount/24th) Bring ID. Rain cancellations will be listed on web site up to 1 hour prior to ride. Preregistration requested as it ensures on-time departure.

Come join this essay, enjoyable, social bike ride into Wisahicon Park to Papper Trail Bike Coffee Shop. Mostly on bicycle trails. Out the Kelly Dr Trail, in on MLK Dr trail, Wisahicon Trail in-between. If KYW is reporting rain outside their studio one hour prior to start it, ride cancels.

Pretty meander through Montgomery County and part of Bucks County, to stop for lunch in Dublin. Outbound via Gwynedd, Colmar, and Chalfont. Porta-potty stop if needed at Mile 18. Lunch at Mile 26 in Dublin - coffee & snack or lunch at the Dam Good Cafe. If riders prefer, there are other food options nearby, e.g., pizzeria, doughnut/pastry shop. On the return, there's a Wawa at Mile 33, if riders need a water or bathroom break. Return via Hatfield and Lansdale. Most of the terrain is rolling. Most of the climbing is in the middle portion, but no severe climbs. Total elevation gain is 2277 ft, averaging 44 ft/mile. CO-LEADER(S) WELCOME: If you would like to lead this ride at an alternative pace, THANK YOU! Please contact LMc to have your name and pace group added. START/FINISH at Prophesy Creek Park is at Skippack Pike/PA-73 at Narcissa Rd. There is a porta-potty in the parking lot.

Various friendly rides per DAILY RIDE CALENDAR departing FROM THE PARKING ATTENDANT BOOTH at specified time and ranging 35-80 miles. We will regroup as needed, but riders are expected to ride group pace. Bring food or money for snack along the way, as well as a spare tube, tire irons and multi-tool. Check daily listing for route information. This week coffee in West Chester & apple donuts at Northbrook Market Place.5,300 ft climbing. Ride may be cancelled up to 1 hour prior to departure time. Pre-registration preferred.

Finally the Philadelphia County's section of the Pennypack Rail Trail has begun. We will visit the construction site in Fox Chase neighborhood, Greater Northeast. The Fox Chase SEPTA line was originally the Fox Chase Newtown SEPTA line. The portion above Fox Chase has been abandoned 50 years ago. After all hope vanished, of restoring the train service, plans were proposed to build the Rail Trail. Montgomery County was first to complete their portion and Bucks County is advancing, inch by inch, their portion to Newtown, PA, the terminus. Now finally, Philadelphia County's portion of the Pennypack Rail Trail has started. We will meander-cycle up to Fox Chase paralleling Roosevelt Blvd. Inspect the construction site and follow it to Lorimer Park in Cheltenham Township. We will return via the Pennypack Park Trail and Torresdale Ave.This is an all day ride! If KYW is reporting rain outside their studio one hour prior to start, ride cancels.

Joint Tandem ride with the WABITS and CRABS on D&C canal and surrounding area in Northern Delaware. Ride starts on the D&C canal in Chesapeake City, MD. We will follow the canal trail east to Delaware City. Then we will cross the canal on the Reedy Point Bridge (biggest climb on the ride) and follow scenic low traffic roads for a loop on the south side of the canal to Port Penn and Augustine Beach. We will circle back to the Reedy Point Bridge to again cross the canal and take a short snack break in the park along the Delaware Bay before we cycle back to Chesapeake City via a road route. Once back we have the option for lunch/dinner at Schaefer's Canal House. Bring snacks and water for the ride. Bring money for lunch/dinner after the ride. Please park in the far back of the parking lot so as to minimize interference with other restaurant customers or use Schaefer's overflow lot.

We'll head over to NJ to enjoy the Cooper River Park Trail. Our destination will be Mount Masala "Mount Masala is a family owned and operated restaurant, a perfect spot for lunch and dinner. After many years of experience working with food and service, we opened our restaurant to introduce an authentic Himalayan culinary experience. We serve home style cooking with natural herbs and spices coming from the top of the world, the Himalayas." Return will be via Lindenwold Patco station.

A leisurely ride out to Manayunk vai MLK, then over the Manayunk Viaduct to the Cynwyd Heritage trail and back via Bryn Mawr Avenue and through Fairmount Park. New riders are welcome. All BCP rides require helmets. We will stop at a cafe about halfway through the ride.

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 gazebo at the azalea garden. We do not go on the Sunday of the Scenic Schuylkill Century (September 11 in 2022).

Monday D Ride to Plymouth Mtg Multiplex Barnes and Noble. September 18th @ 9;30 am. 10.5 mph Let's switch it up a bit and go out Manyunk, Umbria, SRT, Cross county Trail to barnes and Noble. They have a cafe. Go back same way to Cynwyd Trail, cemetery, and straight " home til morning". Leaders: You know them: Steve and Diana !

The ride will depart from Church of the Savior, Wayne, PA at 5:30 (September 18 and 25th) pm promptly. Ride Level: D thru AX This ride is cross listed with SCU. Please sign up here or there so that we can get a count of riders before we start. No cue sheets will be available but ride leaders generally post their routes on the SCU Meetup or the BCP website. We do not ride on holidays that fall on a Monday ( Memorial Day, Labor Day, etc.). Rain cancels the ride but look at Meetup for last minute updates when weather is questionable.

Leisurely ride from the Cosmic Cafe to the Allen Lane Cafe (known for their coffee and their crepes) and back. Out via Midvale and the Henry Ave. bike path; back via the paved Wissahickon Trail (not Forbidden Drive) and the SRT. New riders are welcome. All BCP rides require helmets.

D ride, 10.5 mph wed sept 20th @ 10:00 am . CHECK TIME! This will be the re-scheduled ride from monday the 18th. We’ll go out SRT, Umbria, cross county trail to multiplex in plymouth mtg, Cafe in Barnes and Noble. Back usual way- SRT, cemetery, home. Leader:Diana Dooley 215-680-2322. Pre register

A recurring ride in the general Penn Valley Area - ie the Hills! Destinations and length of rides open to rider input. PLEASE NOTE NEW 9AM START TIME!!

Carrying the Thursday night tradition into the darker part of the year with an earlier start.

For 9/22: Pretty loop frm Horsham Library on Babylon Rd to the adorable town of Yardley, Bucks County. Outbound via Ivyland and Wrightstown, return via Holland and Churchville. Cross the Neshaminy Creek in both directions, as well as Springfield Lake in Churchville on the return. Optional rest stop opportunities at Mile 12 (Richboro) or Mile 17 (Wrightstown). Lunch in Yardley is at Mile 27 - choice of eateries - Wawa, pizza, etc. On the return, there is a bathroom stop at Mile 38, and another Wawa if needed at Mile 43. Total elevation gain 2109 ft, averaging a modest 41 ft/mile of climbing. GENERIC DESCRITION: 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. As long as we are enjoying outdoor exercise, and Mother Nature, in the company of friends, we'll have a memorable outing.

Very social, relaxing ride to the Papper Trail Bike Coffee Shop in Rittenhouse Town, Wisahicon Park. Out the MLK DR, over the Wisahicon Park Trail and home on the Kelly Dr Bike trail. If KYW is reporting rain outside their studio one hour prior to start, ride cancels.

SCU's annual showcase ride through lovely and peaceful Bucks and Hunterdon Counties. Fully supported and well-organized ride with four distance options - 33, 50, 62, and 100 miles. Scenic views of Lake Galena and green countryside and picturesque horse farms. Ride support includes: Pizza party at the finish, Baked goods, drinks and friendly SCU volunteers at three well-stocked rest stops, SAG support, Well-marked routes with arrows, Cue sheets, Online route maps and GPX files, and Ample, free parking at the start/finish. Please visit suburbancyclists.org for details and registration. Registration/admission is required for this event.

Various friendly rides per DAILY RIDE CALENDAR departing FROM THE PARKING ATTENDANT BOOTH at specified time and ranging 35-80 miles. We will regroup as needed, but riders are expected to ride group pace. Bring food or money for snack along the way, as well as a spare tube, tire irons and multi-tool. Check daily listing for route information. Ride may be cancelled up to 1 hour prior to departure time. Pre-registration preferred.

It was a great visit to Phoenixville, PA by car with delicious pizza pie at Vecchia Nuova Wood-fired Neapolitan pies. There is a disire to go back by bicycle after picking up a detailed map of the Schuylkill River Trail, seeing Phoenixville right on the trail! That will be our destination for today's "D" ride. We will stop for coffee at Tricycles, potty stop at Betswood and lunch at Vecchia Nuova in Phoenixville. We should be back around 3pm. If KYW is reporting rain outside their studio, ride cancels. Note start location which makes this approximately 50 miles. If you start at the Art Museum, it becomes approximately 65 miles.Q-sheets will not be available.

Travel up the Delaware River via the Delaware River Trail and the new extension of the K&T Trail. Cross the Delaware via the Tacony-Palmyra Bridge. After a break at Mart Pretzel (Wawa right across the road) we'll continue with a crossing of Pennsauken Creek at the newly refurbished Fork Landing Rd Bridge. Continuing on we cross into Camden County and head for the Merchantville Bike Path. The final stretch will be moving upriver along the Cooper River Trail towards our lunch at Zaffron Mediterranean Cuisine. Return to Philly will be via Patco Haddonfield station.

OWLS (Older, Wiser, Longer, Slower) paced ride through Fairmount Park and beyond. Please wear helmet (required by the club.) Please bring extra tube and tools to fix a flat, water, sunscreen, and $ for mid-ride snack stop. There might be some hills to help with physical conditioning, but we will stop at the top to catch our breath. We might have some instructional sessions for a few minutes, if needed.

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 gazebo at the azalea garden. We do not go on the Sunday of the Scenic Schuylkill Century (September 11 in 2022).

Ride to Feine Cafe in Conshy. D ride, 10.5 mph monday sept 25 @ 10:00. Let’s go out SRT to Umbria, down Shawmont to SRT again and out to Conshy, up to 8th st to back of Feine. Maybe our friends will be back! Leader: Diana D, 215-680-2322. (Steve is away for a few weeks on a boat.) Pre-register.

The ride will depart from Church of the Savior, Wayne, PA at5:30 pm promptly. Ride Level: D thru AX This ride is cross listed with SCU. Please sign up here or there so that we can get a count of riders before we start. No cue sheets will be available but ride leaders generally post their routes on the SCU Meetup or the BCP website. We do not ride on holidays that fall on a Monday ( Memorial Day, Labor Day, etc.). Rain cancels the ride but look at Meetup for last minute updates when weather is questionable.

Let's go to Haddon Heights to Trouble Brewing-- we will ride along the Camden County greenway, along the Cooper River and then through Collingswood and onwards to Haddon Heights. Our return takes us through neighborhoods and then back along the Cooper River and back through Camden. For those who are up to it, we will meet on the SOUTH side of the PA side of the Ben Franklin Bridge, take the pedestrian tunnel ( yep, steps) and then ride across the bridge. Reminder that on the NJ side of the bridge there are more steps. Steps not your thing? You can take PATCO across the bridge getting on at 9th and Locust where there is an elevator and we will swing by the Walter Rand transporation Center to meet up with you. Goal is to be back by noon.

Wednesday, Sept. 27th We all have birthdays and the distances keep getting longer for our birthday rides. Mary Jo wants to cycle to Atlantic City, to the Boardwalk and if necessary, a few miles south to accomplish her goal of 80 miles. Return by NJTRANSIT Atlantic City line. We will meet 8:45 am at 9th and Locust Sts, PATCO Highspeed station to avoid carrying our bicycle down the three flights of stairs on the Ben Franklin Bridge. The route basically parallels the White Horse Pike using back roads. If you want to know the route to Atlantic City, come along! In order to facilitate the time needed for us OWLS riders, Older, Weiser, Longer, Slower to achieve Mary Jo's goal, we will not dillidali, we will pack a lunch, pb&j sandwiches are good. We will stop for coffee and water in Haddon Heights, NJ, Hammonton, NJ and a WAWA in Egg Harbor Township. We will catch the 6:54 pm train, arriving back to 30th Street Amtrak Station by 8:34 pm. Bring lights for your end ride from 30th Street. In the past, we have gotten hoagies to take away from White House Subs, and getting drinks at the Atlantic City train station to either eat while waiting for the train to depart or decreately eat on the train. I must emphasize, if KYW is reporting rain outside their studio one hour prior to start, the ride cancels! In the event of rain while cycling, there are many bailout points. Remember this is a HAPPY birthday ride not a cummungin ride.

Tandem ride with singles welcome! Scenic ride from Betzwood parking area in VFNP, along SRT west to Phoenixville and ten roads to Birchrunville. Lunch stop at Butterscotch Pastry Shop at mile 20. Then return to Betzwood parking area. Bring water and snacks for the ride and money for lunch stop. Some hills - 1400 ft of total climb. No drops.

A recurring ride in the general Penn Valley Area - ie the Hills! Destinations and length of rides open to rider input. PLEASE NOTE NEW 9AM START TIME!!

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.

We will take a different route to the Papper Trail Bike Coffee Shop this morning. We will go up Sedgley Rd, and33rd St. Into East Fairmount Reservoir area, do a few loops before existing the park for Henry Ave. Follow the new but not completely finished muti sure trail alongside Henry Ave and over the Walnut Lane Bridge, passed Sid Ozer's home, then down into Rittenhouse Town off Wisahicon Ave to our coffee break stop. Return via the Wisahicon Trail and MLK Trail. If KYW is reporting rain outside their studio one hour prior to start, ride cancels.

Do you enjoy the serenity of early morning, when the only sound comes from your wheels turning? Do you enjoy watching the sunrise, observing the darkness recede and the sky illuminated by rays of light? Do you enjoy starting your day with a full dose of endorphin, produced in the healthiest way possible? If your answer is yes to all three questions, join me for an early bird hill ride on Saturday. This is a C pace (12-13 mph), 30-35 miles ride with 2,000-2,500 ft of climbing. Will meet at Azalea garden behind the Art Museum at 0655 and leave at 0700. Will pedal along the Schuylkill River Trail, climb either Midvale or School House Lane in East Falls, then ride through Germantown, West Mount Airy, and Chestnuthill. Return via Schuylkill River Trail and Bala Cynwyd. Please bring a spare tube, tire lever and multi-tool for unforeseen mechanical issues. This ride may be cancelled up to 1 hour prior to departure time.

Various friendly rides per DAILY RIDE CALENDAR departing FROM THE PARKING ATTENDANT BOOTH at specified time and ranging 35-80 miles. We will regroup as needed, but riders are expected to ride group pace. Bring food or money for snack along the way, as well as a spare tube, tire irons and multi-tool. Coffee stop in Phoenixville at mile 40. Check daily listing for route information. Ride may be cancelled up to 1 hour prior to departure time. Pre-registration preferred.

Our destination for this ride will be a lunch encounter at Vecchia Nuova for some wood fired pizza pies. We will leave from Cadence Cycle shop on Main St., with a potty stop at Tricycles and Betzwood before heading to our final destination for lunch. This will be and out and back ride via the SRT, except for a portion of the ride up Umbria on our way out and back up Shawmount on our return to Cadence. This will be a relatively flat ride. If KYW is reporting rain outside their studio one hour prior to our departure, then the ride is cancelled . Please note the start location