Ride Calendar

FABULOUS FORECAST for Friday, March 1: Afternoon high temp predicted to be ~50-51*, with sunny skies! This is a pretty route from Ambler to the Cafe @ the Mill in Sellersville (cafeatbucksmill.com). Outbound via West Point, Hatfield, and Souderton. Return via Telford, Mainland, and Gwynedd. Coffee/lunch stop at the Cafe is at the midway point at Mile 22. On the outbound, there is a restroom stop if needed at Mile 10. On the we return, if anorther restroom or water stop is needed, we can stop at Fischer's Park ~Mile 34. Total elevation gain 2241 ft, averaging 49 ft/mile. Most of the climbing in the middle of the route, but no extreme climbs. CO-LEADER(S) WELCOME: If you would like to lead this route at an alternative pace, THANK YOU! Please contact LMc to have your name and pace group added. GENERIC DESCRIPTION: Scenic adventures by bike on most Fridays, throughout the year. Explore pretty, peaceful roads in suburban counties. Starting points will vary, so that we can cycle through different regions. Please check daily calendar for details of each Friday's route. 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.

Join us for a leisurely Friday ride to the Highpoint Cafe at Allen Lane Station in Mt. Airy on Dydd Gwyl Dewi (St. David's Day for those of you who don't speak Welsh). Jim McElwain's favorite meteorologist, Misty St. Cloud, says it will be clear for the ride. Diana Dooley would prefer that we take the Yellow Brick Road, but since it is closed for witch removal, we'll go out via Midvale and back via the Wissahickon Trail. First one to spot a daffodil gets a free can of potato leek soup. New riders are welcome. Remember, red is the color for St. David's Day. Ruby slippers are optional, but helmets are required on all BCP rides.

Time to get out get those spring miles in. Lets start with a flat ride to the Wegmans in KOP Route will be out from Ardmore to the SRT in Conshocken to the CVT in Norristown to the Wegmans in KOP .Return route will be CVT - SRT - Cynwyd Trail back to Ardmore. If KYW is reporting rain and the temperature is not above 40 degrees 1 hour prior to departure then the ride is cancelled.

Rain be damned! Let's ride a half-century on the first weekend of March. We start in Conshohocken at Spring Mill Station and head west on the SRT to Longford Park (aka Reynolds Dog Park) where we turn around, head back to Spring Mill Station, rinse and repeat. It's a fast, flat ride to spin out the winter cobwebs. No restrooms at the start; restrooms and water at Longford Park. Elevation? It's the SRT. Cue sheets? It's the SRT. Easy peasy. Very excessive rain will cancel. Watch this space.

Rescheduling this from Saturday due to the forecast. Friendly ride departing FROM THE PARKING ATTENDANT BOOTH at 9:15, 59 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.

Various friendly rides departing FROM THE CYNWYD HERITAGE TRAIL HEAD PARKING LOT (TRAIN STATION - Bala Cynwyd) at specified time and ranging 30 - 65 miles (Off Season) 40 – 85 miles (In Season) with occasional century rides. 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 RIDE LISTING for latest route information, details, etc. PREREGISTRATION IS OPTIONAL, BUT PLEASE KNOW THESE BENEFITS OF PREREGISTRATION: 1. UP-TO-MINUTE SCHEDULING CHANGES DUE TO WEATHER OR OTHER REASON. 2. YOU WILL KNOW WHERE I AM AS I WILL ADD THOSE WHO PREREGISTER TO MY LIVETRACK. 3. YOUR EMERGENCY INFORMATION WILL ALWAYS BE LEGIBLE.

Ride is rescheduled from Saturday March 2nd. Time to get out get those spring miles in. Lets start with a flat ride to the Wegmans in KOP Route will be out from Ardmore to the SRT in Conshocken to the CVT in Norristown to the Wegmans in KOP .Return route will be CVT - SRT - Cynwyd Trail back to Ardmore. If KYW is reporting rain and the temperature is not above 40 degrees 1 hour prior to departure then the ride is cancelled

Pretty ride out to Wayne. Jules Thin Crust for pizza. If you haven't ridden much this year you will likely feel it... If you keep the pace, you won't be dropped. Bring a tube for your tire. So, let's have some fun and stop at Cosmic at the end.

Let's jam! Today's Sunny Sunday Afternoon D Ride will have a special treat. After cycling to the House Cup Cafe on Darby Rd in Havertown we will take in the Klezmer Jam at the Kaiserman JCC, 45 Haverford Rd, Wynnewood, PA. This is close by and on our route back to the start location of the ride. We will stay about hour listening to Klezmer music. Total ride distance will be close to 25 miles. We will be back around 4pm. For more information: https://www.phillyjcc.com/event/klezmer-jam2024. If KYW is reporting rain outside their studio one hour prior to start, ride cancels.

A true C ride, which cheerfully waits to regroup. Usually 25-35 miles with a lunch or snack stop. Some climbing required.

This Sunday (3/2), the weather will be bike-friendly, and the hiking trails will likely be muddy, due to recent heavy rains. This 25-mile quick afternoon loop will follow up on a morning ride hosted by Katie, leaving from & returning to the same park by 1:15. Pretty meander from Warrington to Doylestown for a brief coffe/snack/restroom break. We'll have a choice of places to stop in the rest break area - Weis Market food court, Panera, or, Starbucks. Outbound via Central (Kids' Castle) Park, and return via Del Val University. Park of this route will be on paved trails. Total elevation is 1204 ft (49 ft/mile average). One moderate hill in the middle of the route, before the break. No severe climbs.

D Ride, monday march 4th, 10.5 mph. It’s supposed to be a nice day so let’s go a bit farther to Barnes and Noble in Plymouth Mtg. I do love a book store🙂. We’ll go out usual monday way but continue on cross county trail to plymouth mtg. We’ve done this before. Will you come? Leader: Diana D. 215-680-2322.

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!!

For 3/8: Since we had rain on Tuesday, the multi-level Ride Yer Bike Tuesday group is riding on Friday this week. Friday Frolic will be joining forces with RYBT today. Please refer to the SCU Meetup calendar for details. 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.

We haven’t been there for a while! Expect sunshine for a ride up the Wissahickon Trail for a coffee stop at the top. This is a social, relaxing ride to the Paper Trail Bike Coffee Shop in Historic Rittenhouse Town. We will ride out Kelly Dr., and over to the Wissahickon Park Trail. Our return will go down MLK Dr. and Sedgley. If KYW is reporting rain one hour prior to start, ride cancels. Cue sheets will not be available.

Assemble at 8:45. Depart at 8:50 SHARP! Start with typical ride toward Devon, riding through West Fairmount Park, Wynnwood, Kerakung, Havertown, Haverford, and Bryn Mawr, but then continuing on Ithan Avenue through Villanova, and getting to Bala Starbucks via Williamson Road and climb up McClenaghan Mill Road. At mile 26 or so, 35 minute coffee stop at Starbucks (it's all about the coffee), then down and up the Bala Cynwyd Heritage Trail and finishing with optional East Fairmount Park Loops. Approx. 2,200 feet of climbing. Will regroup if necesary, but riders are expected to maintain the group pace.

Rain forecast for the afternoon. Let's get in a ride before for the pour! Lacombe in Fishtown is our destination. If KYW is reporting rain outside their studio one hour prior to start, ride cancels.

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.

Various friendly rides departing FROM THE CYNWYD HERITAGE TRAIL HEAD PARKING LOT (TRAIN STATION - Bala Cynwyd) at specified time and ranging 30 - 65 miles (Off Season) 40 – 85 miles (In Season) with occasional century rides. 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 RIDE LISTING for latest route information, details, etc. PREREGISTRATION IS OPTIONAL, BUT PLEASE KNOW THESE BENEFITS OF PREREGISTRATION: 1. UP-TO-MINUTE SCHEDULING CHANGES DUE TO WEATHER OR OTHER REASON. 2. YOU WILL KNOW WHERE I AM AS I WILL ADD THOSE WHO PREREGISTER TO MY LIVETRACK. 3. YOUR EMERGENCY INFORMATION WILL ALWAYS BE LEGIBLE.

Given the forecast, Toss of the Dice will ride on Sunday again this week. 56 miles out to the Buttery. Friendly ride, we will regroup at the top of hills. We will aim for a 15-16mph pace. Don't forget the changing clocks this weekend!

This is an online Zwift ride offered by the Philadelphia Bike Club Zwift Division. Join our club on Zwift and choose the ride. The route is banded so no matter your effort, we stay together unless you stop pedaling.

Causal Ride through Fairmount Park and beyond for all ages. Please wear helmet(required by the club.). Please bring water, proper dress for the weather, extra tube and tools to fix a flat, and $ for mid-ride snack. There might be a hill or two, but we will catch our collective breaths at the top of the hills. At our break stop, there might be a discussion on a bike safety issue.

A true C ride, which cheerfully waits to regroup. Usually 25-35 miles with a lunch or snack stop. Some climbing is required.

Spring has sprung! This afternoon loop is a follow-up or add-on to the morning ride led by Katie/Wes, leaving from and returning to UDHS. This 24.5 short ride is a pretty meander through eastern Montgomery County, from Fort Washington to Gwynedd. Outbound via Talamore and a little stretch on the Horsham Power Line Trail, and return via Gwynedd Mercy University and Ambler. Quick coffee/snack/restroom stop at Wawa is at Mile 14. Total climbing 1243 ft (average 50 ft/mi), with most of the elevation before the Wawa stop. GOOD NEWS: today is the first day of Daylight Savings - Sunset is at 7:02pm!

D Ride to Feine Cafe in Conshy, March 11 @ 10:00. Still have to go Umbria until end of March SRT allows for another choice. Let’s see if Mariah (aka “The Wind”) will be somewhat kind to us in the morning. If she feels extremely feisty, well- any ideas as to what we should do? Train ride with Tim? Fly kites on Belmont Hill? Parasail? Leader; Diana D. 215-680-2322.

TUESDAY RIDE TO LOWER MERION This weekly ride is scheduled on Tuesdays starting on March 5, 2024 and it is scheduled throughout the year. The ride will depart from Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park at 10:00 am. Ride Level: C- through D: 10.5mph, Distance: 20-30 miles. This is a generic description of the ride which will go to one of three destinations every Tuesday:GET Cafe in Narberth; Farmers’ Market in Ardmore or Spred Bagelry in Wynnewood. Some climbing of 800 to 1000 feet. First part of ride will generally mean a climb into Fairmount Park, across the Strawberry Mansion Bridge up to Chamounix. And then proceed up Bryn Mawr Avenue. and on to our final destination of Narberth, Ardmore or Wynnewood. On an ad hoc basis we may want to include new destinations and advance notice will be provided. Always a fun group of friendly people so come on out! Cue sheets will not be available.

This is a generic description of the ride which will go to one of three destinations every Tuesday:GET Cafe in Narberth; Farmers’ Market in Ardmore or Spread Bagelry in Wynnewood. Some climbing of 800 to 1000 feet. First part of ride will generally mean a climb into Fairmount Park, across the Strawberry Mansion Bridge up to Chamounix. And then proceed up Bryn Mawr Avenue. and on to our final destination of Narberth, Ardmore or Wynnewood. On an ad hoc basis we may include new destinations and advance notice will be provided along with details. Always a fun group of friendly people so come on out!

A leisurely ride to the High Point Cafe at Allen Lane. Out via the Strawberry Mansion Bridge and the paved Wissahickon Trail, back via the Henry Ave. bike path and Midvale. They are known for their crepes. You might try Crepe Suzette, even if Suzette doesn't ride with us. The Hippy Dippy weather man, Al Sleet, says it looks like Mother nature will cooperate, but mother nature can fool us, even if it's not nice to fool mother nature. New riders are welcome, helmets are required on all BCP rides.

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!!

Ride from Cranbury NJ branch of Princeton Soup and Sandwich. Easy pace, group stays together, lunch after ride. See the Martian Landing Site and a tree growing thru a deck.

Just in time for St. Patrick's Day: Pretty loop through Montgomery and Bucks Counties, stopping for lunch/coffee in the quaint town of Dublin at the half-way point. Instead of a sit-down lunch at Dam Good Cafe, if riders prefer a shorter break, we can stop at the nearby Wawa or Weis Market food court, instead. Total elevation gain is 2015 ft, with most of the climbing in the middle of the route, and no extreme climbs. Outbound via Gwynedd, return via North Wales. Pretty Bucks County farm country in the middle.] On the return, if riders need to refill their water bottles, there is a Wawa at Mile 30. CO-LEADER(S) WELCOME to lead this ride at an alternative pace, so that we can have riders in more than one group.

For a change, let’s take our shorter Friday ride on a round trip tour of the outskirts of Center City. Following (mostly) bike lanes, the SRT, and the Delaware River Trail, we will head down through South Philly, then up the Delaware River to the Near North East to Little Susie’s at Lehigh and Belgrade for coffee, hand pies, or bagels. The return will follow the Lehigh Ave. bike lane back to Fairmount Park and Kelly Drive.

Early morning, city-based quick loop, meandering through Penn Treaty Park, cute neighborhood streets in Northern Liberties, Fishtown, Olde City, Society Hill. Cycle past colonial-era historic landmarks, e.g., Independence Hall & Carpenters' Hall, etc. We will also cycle past Yards Brewing Company, which will be the site of BCP's Members' Dinner scheduled for Sunday, April 21. Many of the streets on this route have dedicated bike lanes/paths, which are paved. This is a flat route - total elevation is a negligible 91 ft. START/FINISH at the Main Entrance of the PA Convention Center at North Broad & Cherry Streets, directly across from the "Paintbrush" statue. (The Philly Bike Expo takes place today & tomorrow at the PA Convention Center.)

It's a beautiful forecast so we thought we would get some miles in! This week we will ride to Northbrook farms for donuts. 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.

Assemble at 8:55. Depart at 9:00 SHARP! Ride through West Fairmount Park, Bala Cynwyd. Merion, Havertown, Haverford, Bryn Mawr, Devon, Wayne, Conshohocken, and Manayunk. At mile 26 or so, 35-minute coffee stop at Pour Richards (it's all about the coffee). Many hills (approx. 2,400 feet of climbing), including 10 or so relatively long ones, but no killers. Will regroup if necessary, but riders are expected to maintain the group pace. (Note that on-line route map includes Manayunk Bridge and East Fairmount Park Loops, neither of which we will do (unless group wishes to add one or both).)

Ride the towpath trails and hit some of gravel and dirt hills of Hunterdon and Bucks counties. Coffee stop in New Hope. Route will cover 50% paved and 50% gravel. Bring your 29er, CX, Gravel or equip your road bike with wider tires as we mashup rides across various asphalt, gravel and sometimes dirt terrains. Expect a good challenge as we grind gravel trails and hit a few climbs with great company for no other purpose than to have fun and put in a few unpaved miles.

Various friendly rides departing FROM THE CYNWYD HERITAGE TRAIL HEAD PARKING LOT (TRAIN STATION - Bala Cynwyd) at specified time and ranging 30 - 65 miles (Off Season) 40 – 85 miles (In Season) with occasional century rides. 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 RIDE LISTING for latest route information, details, etc. PREREGISTRATION IS OPTIONAL, BUT PLEASE KNOW THESE BENEFITS OF PREREGISTRATION: 1. UP-TO-MINUTE SCHEDULING CHANGES DUE TO WEATHER OR OTHER REASON. 2. YOU WILL KNOW WHERE I AM AS I WILL ADD THOSE WHO PREREGISTER TO MY LIVETRACK. 3. YOUR EMERGENCY INFORMATION WILL ALWAYS BE LEGIBLE.

We ride through three covered bridges over scenic French Creek to historic Birchrunville for a mid ride rest stop at the Butterscotch Pastry Shop. Route continues to Chester Springs through Kimberton and back to Phoenixville for an optional coffee. stop. Route can be found at ridewithgps.com title: Leprechaun 2024. No one dropped. Alternate self start from Betzwood SRT trailhead for an additional 10 miles. Ride SRT west to join up at the dog park. Route may be shortened to 21 miles if the Leprechaun gets nasty with the weather. (We may do a hike along the Schuylkill River at the Oaks Reach, if it snows or roads are bad). Bring money, snacks and water. Ginnie Zipf and Pat Haggar will co-lead; Steve Trobovic will sweep.

Early morning quick loop around the city, before the Philly Bike Expo later today. In honor of St. Patrick's Day, this route includes the Irish Memorial near Penns Landing, St. Patrick's Church, and the (former) Irish Pub. We'll also cycle through some very cute neighborhoods, e.g., Queen Village, Fairmount, etc. We will also cycle on part of the Schuylkill Banks paved trail, from Spruce St up to the Art Museum. Many of the streets used in this route have dedicated bike lanes/paths, which are paved. Flat route - total elevation only 190 ft. Because of the warm weather we've enjoyed recently, it's possible that we may see some spring flora beginning to bloom earlier than expected. Philly neighborhoods are SO PRETTY when they are in bloom! START/FINISH: North Broad & Cherry Streets, at the entrance to the PA Convention Center, where the Bike Expo will take place. This is directly across from the famous "Paintbrush" statue.

Friendly ride to Malvern with a snack stop at the Malvern Buttery. We'll regroup as needed, but riders are expected to ride the group pace. There are about 3,000 ft of hills.

Causal Ride through Fairmount Park and beyond. Today, we will go to the PhillyBikeExpo.com at the Convention Center. The ride will end there. The cost is $25 at the door on $20 on-line. There are many seminars and exhibits of biking related items. We will stay there for several hours. There will be food trucks there for a snack or bring your own snack.

A true C ride, which cheerfully waits to regroup. Usually 25-35 miles with a lunch or snack stop. Some climbing is required.

Monday March18th ride to Feine Cafe in Conshohocken. Section of SRT still closed so we will all slog up Umbria or take train with Tim. Either way let’s meet at 10:00 in the back, share a snack, and yak-yak-yak. (sorry- best i could do today😐). Leaders: DianaD.215-680-2322 and Steve P. 215-852-9093.

Bring yer bike & sense of adventure. Expect good company on safe/low trafficked roads. Lunch stop is Blossom Cafe at mile 24. Will regroup as needed, but must be able to ride the posted pace. Must be willing to ride safely & obey traffic laws. Please preregister so we can know how many to expect. Bathrooms available at miles 12.5 and 29.5. Check day of the ride if weather is iffy (rain cancels, but likely to reschedule for Wed.). Will make a call at least an hour prior to start time.

This is a generic description of the ride which will go to one of three destinations every Tuesday:GET Cafe in Narberth; Farmers’ Market in Ardmore or Spread Bagelry in Wynnewood. Some climbing of 800 to 1000 feet. First part of ride will generally mean a climb into Fairmount Park, across the Strawberry Mansion Bridge up to Chamounix. And then proceed up Bryn Mawr Avenue. and on to our final destination of Narberth, Ardmore or Wynnewood. On an ad hoc basis we may include new destinations and advance notice will be provided along with details. Always a fun group of friendly people so come on out!

Please join Gail Delong, Jim McElwain, and Jim Oser as they tell us about their recent cycling trip to Thailand. 🚴‍♀️ 🚴 🚴‍♂️ 🐘 🌴 🌴 BCP has started an online travelogue site with articles, pictures and videos of cycling trips by members. Our first two journeys have been posted on the site... more will follow. 🚴‍♀️ 🚴 🚴‍♂️ 🐘 🌴 🌴 Online at: https://phillybikeclub.org/bcpdo/travelogue 🚴‍♀️ Topic: BCP Thailand Travelogue Meeting 🚴‍♀️ Time: Mar 19, 2024 7:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) 🚴‍♀️

We will follow the AMTRAK Northeast Corridor up to Bridesburg. Our coffee stop will be at I Need Coffee. Return over the Delaware River Trail. If KYW is reporting rain outside their studio one hour prior to start, ride cancels.

A recurring ride in the general Penn Valley Area - ie the Hills! Destinations and length of rides open to rider input. And by popular demand, a new later start time! PLEASE NOTE NEW 9:30 AM START TIME!!

For March 22: Afternoon high temp predicted to reach 48*! This is a pretty and scenic route developed by Steve Muth. (Steve will be leading his route at a 14-15 pace.) Early Spring ride through the Montco countryside to Brewed Awakening in Royersford. Mostly quiet back roads with a short segment of unpaved bike path ("luxury gravel"). Outbound route includes a little bit of Evansburg State Park. Portapotty break if needed at a park at Mile 14. Coffee/lunch stop at Brewed Awakenings at Mile 23. The return route includes a flat stretch on the SRT for ~6 miles. Cycle through Norristown Farm park towards end, as we return to Centre Square Park. Total elevation 2152 ft, with most of the climbing before the coffee/lunch stop. Average 49 ft/mile, with no severe climbs.

Outdoor coffee social at the Papper Trail Bike Coffee Shop in Rittenhouse Town, Wisahicon Park. Cycle out MLK Dr and return via Kelly Dr. If KYW is reporting rain outside their studio one hour prior to start, ride cancels.

Instead of rain, enjoy a pleasant banded group ride on Zwift. No matter your effort, we stay together unless you stop pedaling. In the Zwift app, find the Philadelphia Bike Club Zwift Division in Clubs and join the ride.

Rescheduled to Sunday due to weather. 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.

Various friendly rides departing FROM THE CYNWYD HERITAGE TRAIL HEAD PARKING LOT (TRAIN STATION - Bala Cynwyd) at specified time and ranging 30 - 65 miles (Off Season) 40 – 85 miles (In Season) with occasional century rides. 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 RIDE LISTING for latest route information, details, etc. PREREGISTRATION IS OPTIONAL, BUT PLEASE KNOW THESE BENEFITS OF PREREGISTRATION: 1. UP-TO-MINUTE SCHEDULING CHANGES DUE TO WEATHER OR OTHER REASON. 2. YOU WILL KNOW WHERE I AM AS I WILL ADD THOSE WHO PREREGISTER TO MY LIVETRACK. 3. YOUR EMERGENCY INFORMATION WILL ALWAYS BE LEGIBLE.

Lets start spring off with a ride to Phoenixville for lunch. Ride will depart from the Ardmore Farmers Market heading out to the SRT following my new flatter route. Return route will also be flat except for that portion of the ride at the end of the SRT bringing us back to the Cynwd trail. The ride is canceled if KWY is reporting rain or the temperature is below 45 degrees 1 hour prior the beginning of the ride.

Toss of the Dice rescheduled from Saturday. Visiting Alice's Bakery in North Wales this week. Friendly ride, 15-16mph average. Will regroup on climbs and stop for pastries.

Friendly recreational ride to Devon with coffee stop at Whole Foods. Regroups when needed, but riders are expected to maintain group the average group pace listed.

Casual paced rider through Fairmount Park and beyond. We will search for Cherry Blossoms in the western portion of the park as we go into Montgomery County for a Snack Stop. Please wear helmet(required by the club.) Please bring extra-tube and tools to fix a flat, proper dress for the weather, sunscreen, water, and $ for mid-ride snack stop. We might discuss bike safety while riding through the streets.

A true C ride, which cheerfully waits to regroup. Usually 25-35 miles with a lunch or snack stop. Some climbing is required.

This Sunday afternoon loop is a follow-up (or a sequel) to a morning ride led by Katie, leaving from/returning to the same meeting point This 26-mile pretty loop meanders from Ambler to Lansdale, for a quick coffee/snack break at Back Yard Beans. Outbound via Montgomeryville, return via North Wales. Cycle through quiet Gwynedd both to and from. Rest stop at Back Yard Beans at Mile 15. Route includes some paved park paths/trails. Total elevation gain 1240 ft, averaging less than 48 ft/mile. MEETING POINT: SEPTA parking lot for the Ambler train station, across from Wake Coffee. PUBLIC TRANSIT access: If you are coming from the city, you could take the R5 Regional Rail train to Ambler.

We ride to join the Philly group at 4th St Deli. Flat ride out/back on SRT. No one dropped. No calls/texts; Just show up.

D Ride to 4th St Deli, in back. 10.5 mph @ 10:00 march 25th. Umbria or train still only options until trail opens next week? Since it’s now officially Spring let’s count all the purple and yellow flowers on the way. Leader: Diana D., 215-680-2322. Pre-register.

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.

This is a generic description of the ride which will go to one of three destinations every Tuesday:GET Cafe in Narberth; Farmers’ Market in Ardmore or Spread Bagelry in Wynnewood. Some climbing of 800 to 1000 feet. First part of ride will generally mean a climb into Fairmount Park, across the Strawberry Mansion Bridge up to Chamounix. And then proceed up Bryn Mawr Avenue. and on to our final destination of Narberth, Ardmore or Wynnewood. On an ad hoc basis we may include new destinations and advance notice will be provided along with details. Always a fun group of friendly people so come on out!

Bring yer bike & sense of adventure. Today we'll ride to Wrightstown(mile 28) for either a snack or early lunch at Organnons Natural Market. Expect good company on safe/low trafficked roads. Lunch stops may be sit down, takeout, or in a park. Will regroup as needed, but must be able to ride the posted pace. Must be willing to ride safely & obey traffic laws. Please preregister so we can know how many to expect. Bathrooms available at all start locations. Check day of the ride if weather is iffy (rain cancels, but likely to reschedule for Wed.). Will make a call at least an hour prior to start time. NOTE: Ride starts at 9:30 in May & Sept., 9:00 June-Aug., and 10:00 in Oct. NOTE: 1st and 3rd Tues. start from UDHS, 2nd Tues. from Centre Sq. Pk., Blue Bell, 4th Tues. from Central Pk., Doylestown, 5th Tues Ad-Hoc location & Memorial/Labor Day weeks we'll ride on Wed.

We will cycle down to the Philadelphia Navy Yard to watch the Battleship NJ arrive there and put into dry dock. I don't know the timing of this event, we will go and find out. If KYW is reporting rain outside their studio one hour prior to start, ride cancels.

A recurring ride in the general Penn Valley Area - ie the Hills! Destinations and length of rides open to rider input. PLEASE NOTE NEW 9:30 AM START TIME!!

For 3/29: Pretty and scenic route by Charlie B. from Horsham Library on Babylon Rd to Plumsteadville, Bucks County. Food stop at the half-way point at either Wawa, or the Salt Box. Outbound via Jamison and Buckingham. On the return, we'll cycle on part of the waterside path at Lake Galena in Peace Valley Park. Optional portapotty or rest room stops as needed along the route. CO-LEADERS WELCOME to lead ride groups at alternative speeds. Total elevation gain is 2310 ft, with no extreme climbs. Averages less than 50 ft/mile. 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. 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.

The Manayunk Canal Tow Path at Flatrock Dam( lock 68) is supposed to reopen on Saturday March 30th. Maybe it will be open for us on our Friday morning ride. If so, we will cycle on to Tricycles since they have posted being open Thursday through Sunday now. If we need to go back at the construction site, we will go to Artesano for coffee in Manayunk. If KYW is reporting rain outside their studio one hour prior to start, ride cancels.

This is an online Zwift ride offered by the Philadelphia Bike Club Zwift Division. Join our club on Zwift and choose the ride. The route is banded so no matter your effort, we stay together unless you stop pedaling. 14 virtual miles, 3,875' virtual climbing

Assemble at 8:30. Depart at 8:35 SHARP! Somewhat convoluted ride through East Fairmount Park, East Falls, Wyncote, and Flourtown to Starbucks in Flourtown (at mile 17 or so) or Wake in Ambler (at mile 21 or so) for 35-minute coffee stop (it’s all about the coffee), then return via Lower Gwynedd and Manayunk Bridge. Approx. 2,400 feet of climbing. Will regroup as necessary, but riders are expected to achieve posted speed (i.e., slower going up and faster going down, but an avg. of 13.5 mph over the course of the ride). :)

Grind the gravel all the way to Princeton on the Delaware & Raritan Canal Towpaths. Coffee stop at D'Angelo Italian Market before returning back on Raritan Canal Towpath through Mercer Meadows on the LHT. Route is 60% unpaved. Bring your 29er, CX, Gravel or equip your road bike with wider tires as we mashup rides across various asphalt, gravel and sometimes dirt terrains. Expect a good challenge as we grind gravel trails and hit a few climbs with great company for no other purpose than to have fun and put in a few unpaved miles.

Friendly ride departing FROM THE PARKING ATTENDANT BOOTH at 9:15. A hilly route this week, but I hope it will be pretty. Option to stop for frozen treats on the way home. 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.

Various friendly rides departing FROM THE CYNWYD HERITAGE TRAIL HEAD PARKING LOT (TRAIN STATION - Bala Cynwyd) at specified time and ranging 30 - 65 miles (Off Season) 40 – 85 miles (In Season) with occasional century rides. 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 RIDE LISTING for latest route information, details, etc. PREREGISTRATION IS OPTIONAL, BUT PLEASE KNOW THESE BENEFITS OF PREREGISTRATION: 1. UP-TO-MINUTE SCHEDULING CHANGES DUE TO WEATHER OR OTHER REASON. 2. YOU WILL KNOW WHERE I AM AS I WILL ADD THOSE WHO PREREGISTER TO MY LIVETRACK. 3. YOUR EMERGENCY INFORMATION WILL ALWAYS BE LEGIBLE.

Rescheduled from last weekend a ride to Phoenixville for lunch. to celebrate the beginning of spring Ride will depart from the Ardmore Farmers Market heading out to the SRT following my new flatter route. Return route will also be flat except for that portion of the ride at the end of the SRT bringing us back to the Cynwd trail. The ride is canceled if KWY is reporting rain or the temperature is below 45 degrees 1 hour prior the beginning of the ride.

Pretty and scenic meander from Bucks County to peaceful Hunterdon County for coffee & lunch. This route has been slightly revised by Dmitri Levin, in order to avoid a couple of busy roads, and to replace them with quiet ones. Cycle through New Hope and Lambertville, on our way to Ringoes. [Hooray - the pedestrian path on the New Hope-Lambertville Bridge remains open for cyclists and walkers!] Quick rest break if needed in Lambertville ~Mile 15, or at Ringoes Country Deli at Mile 22. Lunch at Covered Bridge Cafe & Market in Sergeantsville at Mile 29. Return from Sergeantsville toward the river via the winding and picturesque Lower Creek Rd. Recross the river to PA at Bulls Island. Quick rest break available if needed at Bulls Island, or the Lumberville Store on the PA side, at Mile 36. Pass peaceful creeks and green landscapes. START/FINISH at Doylestown Central Park: Main parking lot between the bathrooms and the Kids' Castle. CO-LEADER(S) WELCOME: We will have at least 2 Leaders and 2 pace groups: Dmitri Levin will lead a 14 - 14.5mph group, and Linda will lead a 13-14 group.

Let's ride to Pennypack park and then to the Wissahickon and back to the art museum. This ride has both paved and unpaved sections ( aka Forbidden Drive) so bring approriate tires! We will head to Penn treaty park via Spring Garden and then weave our way north to Pennypack park. We will ride through the park, through Bryn Athyn where we will find a spot for lunch-- we can either stay on the trail and eat at All Aboard Cafe ( brazilian inspired lunch truck on the trail) or go to Be Well Cafe and Bakery ( https://bewellbakery.com/) We will head back to the city via Willow Grove and White Marsh, dropping into the Wissahickon and Forbidden Drive back to the Art Museum via one of the river drives. This is going to be an all day adventure, so plan accordingly!

Casual paced ride through Fairmount Park and beyond for all age riders who are new to group riding, returning after a biking layoff, or think they can have fun on a bicycle. Please wear helmet(required by the club.) Please bring extra tube and tools to fix a flat, water, proper dress for the weather, sunscreen, and $ for mid-ride snack stop. At the rest stop, there might be a discussion of a bike related safety issue.

A true C ride, which cheerfully waits to regroup. Usually 25-35 miles with a lunch or snack stop. Some climbing is required.