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June 2018
- June 111:00AM
Fri June 1, 2018 - Friday Frolic w/Linda. Glenside to Evansburg. START TIME PUSHED BACK TO 11, DUE TO WORK
Level B-/C+: 13-14.5mph, 51 miles. Meet at Glenside Public Library parking lot. The ride leaves at 11:00 am. For June 1: Pretty route from Glenside through Montgomery County, to Evansburg State Park. Outbound via Ambler, West Point, and North Penn. Return from Evansburg via East Norriton, Centre Square, and Flourtown. Two WAWA rest stops - one at mile 18 (North Penn), and one at mile 35 (East Norriton). Total climbing is 2259 ft, as per https://ridewithgps.com/routes/12735572. 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 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. Cue sheets will be available. The on-line route map is Glenside to Evansburg.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862 - June 28:15AM
Sat June 2, 2018 - CANCELLED/RESCHEDULED Annual Trek to Mount Gretna
Level B-: 14mph, 78/48 miles. Meet at Shady Maple Farm Market on PA-23 in Goodville, Lancaster Co. (PA Turnpike West to Morgantown/Exit 298. Take PA-10 South for 1 mile to PA-23 West. Right at PA-23. Straight on 23 West for 8 miles, then turn left into Shady Maple parking lot. The ride leaves at 8:15 am. CANCELLED - WILL RESCHEDULE AS SOON AS WEATHER CONDITIONS IMPROVE Beautiful ride through Lancaster and Lebanon Counties for an al fresco lunch at the historic Jigger Shop in the town of Mount Gretna, based on Dave Ziccardi's classic route. Moderately to dramatically rolling terrain with a few flat and sustained climbing sections on the way out. After the short climb out of Mount Gretna, the way back will be noticeably easier and will include a brief water stop. Stock up on fresh produce, Amish goodies, and baked goods after the ride. Anyone wanting to ride a slower pace and/or do fewer miles can opt for a self-guided (after mile 21.3), less hilly 48 mile route which skips Mt. Gretna. We will start PROMPTLY AT 8:30 (no exceptions), so please plan to arrive by 8:15. If you get ahead or fall behind you will need to be able to follow the cue sheet. If it's your first time doing this ride, please contact leader by evening of Friday, June 1 with questions re. driving directions or parking. Bad weather, including extreme heat, will cancel. A go/no-go message will be added to this listing by 6:30 a.m. if the weather is questionable. HEAT ADVISORY: Although this route is LOVELY, we will have limited amounts of shade. Please bring (and consume) plenty of fluids and electrolyte snacks, and please remember the sunblock. CO-LEADER 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 to this ride description. Cue sheets will be available. The on-line route map is http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1284741.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862 - June 29:00AM
Sat June 2, 2018 - Bicycle Touring - Bikepacking, Parvin State Park and Atsion Lake, NJ. 6/2 to 4/ 2018 * registration full *
Level D: 10mph, 45-45-45 miles. Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 9:00 am. * Registration Full, Capacity reached. * We are upping our game from last month's one over night bike camping. This month's tour will be three days - Sat, Sun, & Mon, two nights - Parvin Sate Park and Atsion Lake in South Jersey. So bring two sets of change in cycle wear along with your tent, sleeping bag, sleeping pad. A rear rack that carries a set of panniers with the above stuff along with toiletries, a towel, camp wear. If you have a small camp stove but not required, bring that because we will be doing camping meals the two nights and morning breakfasts. Dress to the weather, a wind breaker, warmer jacket, cycling tights, rain gear. We will assemble at the usual place behind the Philadelphia museum. We will take the PATCO Highspeed Line to Camden because of the three flights of steps on the Ben Franklin Bridge, returning Monday over the Tacony Palmya Bridge. I recommend you take the Regional Rail Lines into Philadelphia, boarding at a handicap equipped station. That eliminates car parking for two nights on the street or in a parking facility. So take Monday off from work, spend two nights in a row Bikepacking. Call me with any concerns. RSVP Tues May 29th. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Tim Carey, , 267-414-9037 - June 29:15AM
Sat June 2, 2018 - Toss of the dice - Spring House Whole Foods & Gorgas Park for Parks on Tap
Level C+: 12-14mph, 45-60 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 9:15 am. 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. Indication that cue sheets and/or GPS navigational information will be available no later than 24 hours prior to departure. The on-line route map is Spring House Whole Foods.
Leader: Joseph Pless, , 610-937-9010 - June 29:15AM
Sat June 2, 2018 - Hills out West - Shortened due to weather
Level B: 14.5-15.5mph, 50 - 70 miles. Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 9:15 am. Consider this the next step up from the Toss of the DIce "C+", further (50 - 70 miles) and with more hills (3000 - 5000). The average speed (measured at end of ride) is likely to be 14.5 - 15.5 mph, it is the hills that push this into the B category. This week we will be heading out towards Swarthmore and onto Chester Heights. There will be a snack break at Wawa before we head back along the south side of Ridley Creek State Park. Total miles 50, with 3600 ft of climbing. 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. Check daily listing for route information. Ride may be cancelled up to 1 hour prior to departure time. Cue sheets will be available. The on-line route map is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/27660154.
Leader: Simon Knight, , 215-219-9555 - June 38:00AM
Sun June 3, 2018 - Early Morning PRE-PICNIC Ramble - Blue Bell Park to Warrington, 46mi , THEN, RETURN to BLUE BELL PARK for the PICNIC (Picnic is scheduled for 12-4pm - please see the picnic listing below.)
Level B-: 14mph, 46 miles. Meet at Blue Bell Hill Park, 842 West Walnut Lane. The ride leaves at 8:00 am. Pretty loop from Blue Bell Park in Mount Airy, Phila., to Warrington, Bucks County. Total climbing is 2300 feet. Outbound via Chestnut Hill, Flourtown, and Maple Glen. Return via Hartsville, Horsham, and North Hills. Stand-up Wawa rest stop at the half-way point in Warrington. Return to the BCP Summer Picnic at Blue Bell Hill Park. Plan is to return by 12:00 - 12:30pm. MEETING POINT: Blue Bell Park on West Walnut Lane is near the traffic circle where Walnut Lane meets Park Line Drive. There is a parking lot accessible from the driveway. Cue sheets will be available. The on-line route map is Blue Bell Park to Warrington Wawa.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862 - June 39:30AM
Sun June 3, 2018 - Hike the Wissahickon, Gentler Version
Hike Moderate Pace on Moderate Trails, 5-7 miles. Meet at Blue Bell Hill Park, 842 West Walnut Lane. The hike leaves at 9:30 am. Please join us on a gentler hike in the Wissahickon before the BCP picnic. This hike will be slower and a bit shorter than our usual winter hikes. The park looks a lot different in the Spring than it does during the cold winter months. We'll learn a little history and if anyone knows about the plants, trees, and rocks in the Wissahickon, please come and share. We will be mainly on trails which can be rocky and muddy so wear appropriate footwear. Long pants and socks are recommended because ticks and poison ivy are out. Well behaved, leashed dogs are welcome. Blue Bell Hill Park, the start location, is near the traffic circle where Walnut Lane meets Park Lane Drive and there is a parking lot accessible form the driveway.
Leaders: Debbie Hoellein, , 215-833-5545 and James R. McClory, , (609) 513-1714- 1
- June 311:00AM
Sun June 3, 2018 - Kayuh Pedalers: Spring Rides
Level D: 8-11mph, 10 to 15 miles. Meet at Kayuh Bicycles & Cafe 19th St. & Girard Ave. The ride leaves at 11:00 am. This weeks ride will be to the BCP Summer Picnic at Blue Bell Hill Park. From the Bike Shop it will be about a 45 min ride. Picnic starts @ 12. Mid-week update on rides @ Facebook: Kayuh Pedalers. STREET PARKING: S. College St between 20th & 19th The on-line route map is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/27648454.
Leader: Thomas Haney, , 267-259-5231 - June 312:00PM
Sun June 3, 2018 - Sunny Sunday D Ride
Level D: 8-11.5mph, 14-24 miles. Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 12:00 pm. The ride leaves at 12:00 pm. OWLS (Older, Wiser, Longer, Slower) paced ride ride through Fairmount Park to Blue Bell Park for the ANNUAL PICNIC. Bring helmet(required by club), extra tube, mid-ride meal at picnic site, water, and sunscreen. Distance will be determined by the group assembled. There might be a hill or two for strength and endurance. We will regroup for recovery at the top. No one will be dropped. It will be a little bit hillier than a typical D ride, but the return trip has nice long down hills.. Leader: George L. Yarnell, , 610-626-3338
Leader: Thomas Haney, , 267-259-5231 - June 312:00PM
Sun June 3, 2018 - Annual BCP Members' Picnic, 12 Noon to 4:00pm
Meet at Blue Bell Park, 842 West Walnut Lane, Philadelphia 19144. The event starts at 12:00 pm. All members are warmly invited to join us at Blue Bell Park for our annual picnic, with food & beverages, music, camaraderie, games, and more. Please check the Ride Calendar for group rides with leaders, heading to and from the picnic. VENUE: Blue Bell Park at 842 West Walnut Lane is located near the traffic circle where West Walnut Lane meets Park Line Drive. There is ample parking, as soon as you turn into the driveway. BCP has reserved a pavillion. YOUR RSVP IS APPRECIATED: In order to plan the appropriate amount of food & beverages, preregistering on the blue link below ("Optionally Preregister") will help us to know approximately how many members will be joining us. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: If you are available to help with either set-up or clean-up, or, if you would like to bring a dessert to share, please contact Howie, to let Howie know the type of dessert you plan to bring. If you would like to bring a dessert, but are planning to cycle to and from the picnic, we can arrange to pick up your dessert ahead of time. Please contact Linda to arrange pick-up /drop-off of your dessert. Looking forward to welcoming you to the Picnic on June 3!
Organizers: Howard Wiener, , 215-925-2494, David Finger, , 215-605-8560 and Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862 - June 312:15PM
Sun June 3, 2018 - Sunny Sunday C Spinoff
Level C: 13mph, 25-35 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 12:15 pm. A true C ride that cheerfully waits to regroup. Usually 25-35 miles, usually with a lunch or snack stop. Meet at the Italian Fountain, near the parking garage sign. This week a bit shorter than usual so we can go to the BCP picnic at Blue Bell Hill Park.
Leader: Tom Witt, , 215-665-5578 - June 46:00PM
Mon June 4, 2018 - Church of the Saviour Multi-Level Rides
Level A through D: 8-20mph, 13-45 miles. Meet at Church of the Saviour, Wayne, PA. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Multi-level ride group with 7 different paced groups ( D, C, C+, B-, B, B+, and A). The 7 groups range from a slow D level "hybrid / road" group that rides no more than 15 miles at 8-11 mph pace up to our fastest pace "A" ride group that rides at 18-20 mph and anywhere between 20 and 50 miles depending on sunset times. We ride every Monday April thru September except when a Monday falls on a holiday. Rain cancels the rides. See a description of each individual ride group on the daily calendar.
Leader: Vince Calkins, , - June 46:00PM
Mon June 4, 2018 - Delightful, Delicious D (& D+/C-) Ride, Monday Evening Edition
Level C- through D: 10-11.5mph, 15-30 miles. Meet at Upper Dublin High School. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Scheduled for most Monday evenings throughout the summer. Gently paced, post-work evening ride to pedal away the day's stresses, suited for novice riders, newcomers to the area, and/or anyone seeking a low-intensity recovery ride. Relaxed pace. Cycle peaceful roads in Eastern Montgomery Co. Meet in the small parking lot next to the ball field, across the street from the high school. Please bring lights in case we are delayed on our return. Occasionally, this Monday night ride from UDHS may be cancelled, if there is a special Tailgate event at the COS ride in Wayne on the same date. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862 - June 59:15AM
Tue June 5, 2018 - Ride Yer Bike Tuesday
Levels A-/B+: 16.5-17.5mph, B/B-: 15-16mph, C+: 13-14mph, 45 miles. Meet at Upper Dublin High School. The ride leaves at 9:15 am. 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 Pizza Time Saloon in West Point, with a park rest stop on the way out. Mostly flat to rolling terrain on low trafficked roads, with two hills of note (Iron Hill - short but steep, and Callowhill - long, but not very steep). 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). NOTE: THE LAST RIDE OF THE MONTH STARTS FROM CENTRAL PARK, DOYLESTOWN. Cue sheets will not be available. The on-line route map is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/27693211.
Leaders: Howard Hochheiser, , 215-913-3246, Daniel Operacz, , 267-265-9358 and Bob Doyle, , 703-963-9905 - June 56:00PM
Tue June 5, 2018 - Tuesday evening from North Penn High School
Level B: 15mph, Sunlight determines miles. Meet at North Penn High School. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. The ride will depart from North Penn High School - meet behind the school near the bus depot at 6:00 pm. Ride Level: C+/B-, Speed: 13-15 mph. We will meet at 6pm every Tuesday evening through the end of September. The rides will begin the season at 13-14mph and increase to occasional 15-16mph rides as the season slowly progresses. The riding distance is determined by the amount of sunlight. Come on out and discover new roads and routes. We never repeat a route during a single season. Cue sheets will not be available. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Jay Sitkin, , 267-664-0939 - June 56:00PM
Tue June 5, 2018 - Bulldog ride
Levels B: 15mph, B-: 14mph, 30-34 miles. Meet at Bulldog Statue, 25th St. and Pennsylvania Ave.. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Ride thru the park to Henry Ave across McCallum bridge to Germantown Ave and out toward Ambler. How far out we go depends on daytime hours . Cue sheets will not be available.
Leaders: Bruce Taubman, , 856-392-9677 and Chris McEntee, , (484) 483-5822 - June 56:00PM
Tue June 5, 2018 - Delightful, Delicious D (& D+/C-) Ride, Tuesday Evening Edition
Level C- through D: 10-11.5mph, 15-30 miles. Meet at Glenside Public Library parking lot. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Scheduled for most Tuesday evenings throughout the summer. Gently paced, post-work evening ride to pedal away the day's stresses, suited for novice riders, newcomers to the area, and/or anyone seeking a low-intensity recovery ride. Relaxed pace. Cycle peaceful roads in Eastern Montgomery Co. Meet in the library parking lot. Please bring lights in case we are delayed on our return. This Tuesday evening ride meets on 3 Tuesdays each month. One Tuesday of the month (usually, the LAST week of the month), this ride is replaced by the Ride to the Monthly Newsletter Mailing Party, meeting at 5:00pm. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862 - June 610:30AM
Wed June 6, 2018 - Ribbon Cutting for the Frankford and Tacony Creek Trail, Mural Arts Storefront in Kensington (ad-hoc ride)
Level D: 10mph, 20 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 10:30 am. Mural Arts Storefront in Kensington and Ribbon Cutting for the Frankford and Tacony Creek Trail. There is a trail opening, Frankford, Tacony Creek Trail, ribbon cutting on Wednesday, June 6th, 1pm up at 4299 N Delaware Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19137, United States, that's in Port Richmond. To fill the time. we will visit the new Kensington Mural Arts Storefront, 2774 Kensington Avenue Here's more info about it: https://www.facebook.com/kensingtonstorefront/ So this will be a nitty gritty urban ride. Coffee before or after the ribbon cutting at River Wards Cafe. While you are reading this and wishing go but work interfears, try this event: tomorrow's happy hour https://m.facebook.com/events/374112213088285?__referral_info_referrer_type=search Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Tim Carey, , 267-414-9037 - June 66:00PM
Wed June 6, 2018 - Flourtown Multi-Level Rides, Every Wednesday April Thru September
Level A- through C+: 13-18mph, 15-40 miles. Meet at Flourtown Shopping Center. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Multi-level ride group (C+, B-, B, A- ) that meets every Wednesday April thru September. Various ride leaders. See daily calendar for details. Rain cancels ride
Leader: Thomas G. Madle, , 215-233-2578 - June 66:00PM
Wed June 6, 2018 - Phoenixville Dog Ride, B-/C+, 13.5-14.5
Level C+: 13.5mph, 20-35 miles. Meet at Reynolds Dog Park, Longford Rd, Oaks, PA. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. The daylight Phoenixville dog rides begin in May and continue through September. Rolling to hilly rides on low-traffic roads. Regroup as necessary. No one dropped, but please be prepared to ride the posted speed on rolling to hilly terrain. On the last Wednesday of each month, we will have a day/night ride. We start riding in the daylight and continue after sunset with headlights and taillights. A strong headlight and taillight are required. On the last Wednesday in June, we will ride a metric century. Cue sheets will not be available. The on-line route map is Conshy the Hard Way.
Leader: Rick Christie, , 610-787-1985 - June 66:00PM
Wed June 6, 2018 - Weekly Flourtown A- Ride
Level A-: 18-20mph, 25-45 miles. Meet at Flourtown Shopping Center. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Weekly ride where the route will change every week (i.e., hilly, flat or rolling). Distance will increase as we get more day light (and decreases accordingly). Please bring LIGHTS for use at dusk. Note that this is a relatively fast ride so be prepared to maintain the ride's advertised pace. Check day of the ride for possible changes or cancellations (rain cancels). Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Raymond P Wynman, , 215-816-6211 - June 66:00PM
Wed June 6, 2018 - Delightful, Delicious D/D+/C- Ride, Wednesday Evening Edition. CHANGE IN LOCATION for 6/6 ONLY
Level C- through D: 10-11.5mph, 15 miles. Meet at North Wales Area Public Library, 233 S. Swartley St North Wales, PA 19454 . The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. CHANGE IN LOCATION for 6/6 ONLY, due to SCU meeting later this evening: NORTH WALES AREA LIBRARY - 233 SWARTLEY ST, NORTH WALES, 19454. Gently paced, relaxed, post-work ride on quiet roads to pedal away workday stresses, suited for novice riders, newcomers to the area, and/or anyone seeking low-intensity recovery ride. Meet in same parking lot as "Multi-Paced Rides" listed above. Rear of lot, near Giant Market. (LANDMARK: Flourtown Shopping Ctr has McDonald's in the front, facing Bethlehem Pike.) Please bring LIGHTS in case we return close to dark. Cue sheets will not be available. Please note: One Wednesday per month (usually the second Wed), Linda cannot lead this ride, due to BCP Board meeting -will try to arrange another leader on Board meeting nights. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862 - June 79:00AM
Thu June 7, 2018 - CANCELLED RIDE THURSDAYS!
Level C+: 13.5-14mph, 37 miles. Meet at Upper Dublin High School. The ride leaves at 9:00 am. Join me for 37 mile ride, UDHS to Skippack, fairly flat with only 1800 ft. of climbing. We will re group as needed, but you must be able to ride at stated pace. CO Leaders welcome! Bring, water, snacks and money for rest stop at the Skippack Wawa. check back here for late-breaking weather or route changes. restrooms available at the starting point. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Cassandra hogue, , 484-868-6236 - June 76:00PM
Thu June 7, 2018 - Thursday Evenings from North Penn High School
Level B-/C+: 13-15mph, Sunlight determines miles. Meet at North Penn High School. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. The ride will depart from North Penn High School - meet behind the school near the bus depot at 6:00 pm. Ride Level: C+/B-, Speed: 13-15 mph. We will meet at 6pm every Thursday evening through the end of September. The rides will begin the season at 13-14mph and increase to occasional 15-16mph rides as the season slowly progresses. The riding distance is determined by the amount of sunlight. Come on out and discover new roads and routes. We never repeat a route during a single season. Cue sheets will not be available. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Jay Sitkin, , 267-664-0939 - June 76:00PM
Thu June 7, 2018 - Thursday Night Hill Ride
Levels B: 15mph, B-/C+: 14mph, 25 -35 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. A moderately hilly ride conquering 3 Main Line hills that regroups at the top of each climb. As the days lengthen, so does the ride and we should be nearing 30 miles by July. No riders doing the listed pace will be dropped. 50% chance of rain between 6:00 and 8:00 cancels the ride Cue sheets will not be available. This year we will have 2 different paced groups. Simon will lead a B pace ride at 14.5 - 15.5 mph and Gene will lead the traditional pace at 13.5 -14.5 mph Cue sheets will not be available.
Leaders: Ryan Sullivan, , 412-254-3676 and Eugene Sobel, , 215-964-4884- 1
- June 76:00PM
Thu June 7, 2018 - Delightful, Delicious "D" (and D+/C-) Ride, Thursday evening Edition
Level C- through D: 10-11.5mph, 15-30 miles. Meet at Jacobs Engineering Parking Lot. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Gently paced, post-work evening ride to pedal away the stresses of the workday, suited for novice riders, newcomers to the area, and/or anyone seeking a low-intensity recovery ride - relaxed pace. Meet in same parking lot as the "Multi-Level Conshohocken Rides". Start by riding on the Schuylkill River Trail, and/or, the Cross County Trail, which connects the Schuylkill with Plymouth Meeting . As riders get stronger, we can turn off the trails and explore some pretty roads in the area. Please bring lights in case we return close to dark. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862 - June 76:00PM
Thu June 7, 2018 - Conshohocken Multi-Level Rides
Levels B: 14-16mph, C+: 13-14mph, 20-30+ miles. Meet at Jacobs Engineering Parking Lot. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Meet at 5:45 for a prompt start. Note that there aren't any bathroom facilities. We offer 3 paces (13-14, 14-16, 17-18) on a variety of routes on relatively lightly traveled roads. Most will have some hills. Distance will vary with the pace and available daylight. Please bring a rear light for use at dusk, and preferably a front light too. Will regroup as needed, but please be prepared to maintain the ride's advertised pace. Must also be willing to ride safely and obey traffic laws. Check day of the ride for possible changes or cancellations (rain cancels), and if a certain pace is not available. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leaders: Howard Hochheiser, , 215-913-3246 and Peter Velletri, , 610-420-6838 - June 76:01PM
Thu June 7, 2018 - "C"vilized Thursday Night Hill Ride
Levels C: 12mph, 25 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 6:01 pm. A true C level version of the Thursday night hill ride. NOTE THE START TIME IS NOW 6:01 pm. We will depart just after the faster 6:00 groups. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leaders: Tom Witt, , 215-665-5578 and Jim Kahn, , 215-771-4487 - June 81:00PM
Fri June 8, 2018 - Friday Afternoon Frolic w/Linda. Bala Cynwyd to Horsham.
Level B-: 14mph, 45 miles. Meet at Trailhead parking lot for the Cynwyd Heritage Trail, near the West Laurel Hill Cemetery at Belmont Ave & East Levering Mill Rd. The ride leaves at 1:00 pm. Afternoon loop, since Leader is working in the morning. Pretty ride from Bala Cynwyd to the Wawa in Horsham, via the SRT and Cross-County Trail in Plymouth Meeting. Outbound, we cross the Schuylkill on the Pencoyd Bridge. On the return, we cross the Schuylkill on the Manayunk Trail Bridge. Wawa stop at mile 25. Total climbing 1925 feet. Cue sheets will not be available. The on-line route map is Bala Cynwyd to Horsham.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862 - June 97:25AM
Sat June 9, 2018 - SOME SAT MORNING EXCERCISE (SATURDAY BULLDOG) (ad-hoc ride)
Level B+: 17.5mph, 35 miles. Meet at Bulldog Statue, 25th St. and Pennsylvania Ave.. The ride leaves at 7:25 am. The weather will be nice early. Ride leaves promptly at 7:30 AM. Intentionaly short (note that we go straight across Bethlehem Pike, onto Skippack, instead of making the right) and fast. Riders doing the listed pace will not be dropped (riders failing to keep pace by the turn onto McCallum are encouraged to break off then). There are five regroups on the map, all will be quick. Where possible we will paceline. Back by 10am! Please pre-register if you can - it will help the ride begin on time and ensure that I can read important emergency contact info. Cue sheets will not be available. The on-line route map is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/22575791.
Leader: Ryan Sullivan, , 412-254-3676 - June 98:00AM
Sat June 9, 2018 - New Adventure: Central/North Jersey Century - Frenchtown to Madison & Back
Level B-: 14mph, 100 miles. Meet at D & R Canal parking lot in Frenchtown, near the Bridge Cafe. The ride leaves at 8:00 am. Scenic ride through Hunterdon and Morris Counties, NJ. Leader needs to visit a few places in Madison, NJ, including Drew University, the campus for the Revolutionary Ramble event. In true Peter Odell fashion, we'll turn this bike "errand" into an adventure. Part of the route will pass around Round Valley Reservoir. This part of New Jersey features scenic, green landscapes and quaint, historic towns. We will have rest stops along the way. Route map link on ridewithgps.com will be posted by ~May 27. Start/Finish point in Frenchtown: the parking lot of the D & R Canal path, near Bridge St., between the river and the Bridge Cafe. At mile 23 and again at mile 74, we will be in Whitehouse Station. We can stop at the famous Jerry's Brooklyn Grille (used on the Round Valley Reservoir ride in October). In Madison at the half-way point, we can stop at Whole Foods Market, or a QuikCheck. At mile 77, we have a scenery stop at the Round Valley Reservoir. Cue sheets will be available. The on-line route map is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/27730512.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862- 1
- June 98:55AM
Sat June 9, 2018 - Plant walk @ Heinz Wildlife Center (ad-hoc ride)
Level C-: 11mph, 10-12 miles. Meet at Rittenhouse Square Fountain. The ride leaves at 8:55 am. Join me for... Learn about the wild plants of Southwest Philadelphia with Refuge Ranger Sean! This informal walk will be at a relaxed pace and comfortable shoes are recommended. Come discover wildlife in your neighborhood! Walk is from 10AM to Noon. Buist Park is on Buist Ave. between S. 68th and Hobson St. Learn about Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Owen Sindler, , 215-990-3207 - June 99:00AM
Sat June 9, 2018 - CANCELLED New Jersey Ramble - Vincentown, NJ
Level D: 10mph, 55 miles. Meet at Penn Treaty Park, Delaware Ave and Beach St . The ride leaves at 9:00 am. I want to retrace my steps when a young boy, our family drove to the Sea Shore via the back roads. We took the Tacony Palmya Bridge to Cinnaminson, Moorestown, Lumberton and Vincetown, NJ. We will return along the south side of the Rancocas Creek into Riverside and back along the Jersey side of the Delaware River walking our bikes across the bridge. We will have a quick lunch in Vincentown and ice cream at Dredge Harbor. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Tim Carey, , 267-414-9037 - June 99:15AM
Sat June 9, 2018 - CANCELLED Toss of the dice
Level C+: 12-14mph, 45-60 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 9:15 am. 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. Indication that cue sheets and/or GPS navigational information will be available no later than 24 hours prior to departure.
Leader: Joseph Pless, , 610-937-9010 - June 99:15AM
Sat June 9, 2018 - Hills out West - Devon + Valley Forge Natl Park
Level B: 14.5-15.5mph, 50 - 70 miles. Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 9:15 am. Consider this the next step up from the Toss of the DIce "C+", further (50 - 70 miles) and with more hills (3000 - 5000). The average speed (measured at end of ride) is likely to be 14.5 - 15.5 mph, it is the hills that push this into the B category. This week we will be riding to Devon and onto Valley Forge - an Andy K. route. A total of 62 miles with 4000 ft of climbing. We will regroup as needed, but riders are expected to ride group pace. Bring food or money for snack in Devon (Pour RIchards or Devon Donut & Bagel), as well as a spare tube. Check daily listing for route information. Ride may be cancelled up to 1 hour prior to departure time. Cue sheets will be available. The on-line route map is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/20517712.
Leader: Simon Knight, , 215-219-9555 - June 99:30AM
Sat June 9, 2018 - Strawberry Festival Ride Oley, PA
Levels Tandem: 13-14mph, C: 13mph, 29 miles. Meet at Christ Lutheran Church, 348 Covered Bridge Road Oley, PA. The tandem ride leaves at 9:30 am. Join Boyd and Elaine Peart (tandem bike) and Steve Trobovic (single bike) for a fun filled morning of biking. We will be meeting at 9:00 AM for a 9:30 AM departure at the Christ Lutheran Church, 348 Covered Bridge Road Oley, PA (you can park in the lot across the street from the older church building at the 348 Covered Bridge Road address). The ride is very scenic on roads with minimal traffic. We will have a rest stop 9 miles into the ride at the Daniel Boone Homestead and an optional rest stop at mile 24. Bring money, after the ride we will enjoy homemade strawberry shortcake, soups and other favorites at the church’s festival/sale. Cue sheets will be provided. Rain cancels, call by 8:00 AM day of ride in case of questionable weather. Leader: Boyd 484-252-6741, Elaine 484-947-3530 , Steve 610-687-9229 or cell 484-719-7044 (day of ride), Cue sheets will be available. The on-line route map is Oley Strawberry Ride.
Leaders: Boyd Peart, , 484-252-6741 and Steve Trobovic, , 610-710-1810 - June 109:00AM
Sun June 10, 2018 - CANCELLED LONG RIDE SUNDAY! 50 miles in Chester County
Level C+: 13.5-14mph, 50 miles. Meet at 101 Commerce Drive Exton, PA. 19341. The ride leaves at 9:00 am. Join us for a beautiful day of cycling in Bucolic , low traffic central Chester County. We will start at the W. Whiteland Twp Bldg in Exton, just 6 miles from the Pa Turnpike. Rest rooms available at the start point. The 50 mile ride will take us south and west to Unionville and Chatham, with 2 rest stops and a longer lunch break at mile 30. Will regroup as needed but must be able to ride the stated pace. Option to have post ride refreshments in Exton, World of Beer is across the street from start point. check back here for late changes to start time/ route/ weather The on-line route map is Exton- Unionville- Chatham.
Leader: Cassandra hogue, , 484-868-6236 - June 1010:00AM
Sun June 10, 2018 - Kayuh Pedalers: Special Ride for Cancer
Level C: 12mph, 50 miles. Meet at Kayuh Bicycles & Cafe 19th St. & Girard Ave. The ride leaves at 10:00 am. For those NOT going on the Cancer Society’s Bike-A-thon to A C, come with us on a special 50 miler in support of those riding. One of those is Dr. Kimberly Center (I'm told Morty [a tumor] will not be riding with her). Dr Center has ridden with Kayuh Pedalers in the past and this ride up the SRT to Valley Forge NP is for her. We wish her all the other riders a good trip. For those who want to join in from the south and west, I will stop @ Lloyd Hall around 10:15. Since we will be going up the SRT anyone wanting to join us plan the time accordingly to meet along the way. Lunch in the park @ Washington's Church Cafe. Small menu with really good prices. There will be rest stops and photo ops. Tho listed as a “C” ride the SRT, as many kno is an easy ride, but long. Speed casual. No drop & will wait as needed. A rain or shine ride (of course if it’s shine we ride, were did that saying come from?). Anyway, come ride and support our friend(s). Will accept donations to the Cancer Society on Facebook: Kayuh Pedalers. Mid-week update on rides @ Facebook: Kayuh Pedalers. STREET PARKING: S. College St between 20th & 19th. NOTE: This ride starts @ 10 AM! All rules apply. The on-line route map is Ride to VFNP .
Leader: Thomas Haney, , 267-259-5231 - June 1012:00PM
Sun June 10, 2018 - SUNNY SUNDAY AFTERNOON D RIDE
Level D: 10mph, 15 - 25 miles. Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 12:00 pm. Introductory ride for those new to riding or looking to improve riding skills and fitness for the C rides. Ride will be in the Fairmount Park area, will regroup as needed and be tailored to the abilities of those participating. You will need a helmet, water, and a tube for your tire. A snack is strongly recommended, as we may not stop for food. Safety and equipment instruction provided as needed. Rain one hour prior to start, cancels. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Paul Winkfield, , 215-459-8457 - June 1012:15PM
Sun June 10, 2018 - Sunny Sunday C Spinoff
Level C: 13mph, 25-35 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 12:15 pm. A true C ride that cheerfully waits to regroup. Usually 25-35 miles, usually with a lunch or snack stop. Meet at the Italian Fountain, near the parking garage sign.
Leader: Jim Kahn, , 215-771-4487 - June 116:00PM
Mon June 11, 2018 - Church of the Saviour Multi-Level Rides
Level A through D: 8-20mph, 13-45 miles. Meet at Church of the Saviour, Wayne, PA. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Multi-level ride group with 7 different paced groups ( D, C, C+, B-, B, B+, and A). The 7 groups range from a slow D level "hybrid / road" group that rides no more than 15 miles at 8-11 mph pace up to our fastest pace "A" ride group that rides at 18-20 mph and anywhere between 20 and 50 miles depending on sunset times. We ride every Monday April thru September except when a Monday falls on a holiday. Rain cancels the rides. See a description of each individual ride group on the daily calendar.
Leader: Vince Calkins, , - June 116:00PM
Mon June 11, 2018 - Delightful, Delicious D (& D+/C-) Ride, Monday Evening Edition
Level C- through D: 10-11.5mph, 15-30 miles. Meet at Upper Dublin High School. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Scheduled for most Monday evenings throughout the summer. Gently paced, post-work evening ride to pedal away the day's stresses, suited for novice riders, newcomers to the area, and/or anyone seeking a low-intensity recovery ride. Relaxed pace. Cycle peaceful roads in Eastern Montgomery Co. Meet in the small parking lot next to the ball field, across the street from the high school. Please bring lights in case we are delayed on our return. Occasionally, this Monday night ride from UDHS may be cancelled, if there is a special Tailgate event at the COS ride in Wayne on the same date. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862 - June 129:15AM
Tue June 12, 2018 - Ride Yer Bike Tuesday
Levels A-/B+: 16.5-17.5mph, B/B-: 15-16mph, C+: 13-14mph, 46 miles. Meet at Upper Dublin High School. The ride leaves at 9:15 am. 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 the Outbound Station in Conshohocken (right off of the Schuylkill River Trail), with a rest stop on the way out at Fischers Park. Some hills, but nothing particularly long or steep. Mix of suburban, rural and trail, but all very nice. 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). THE LAST RIDE OF THE MONTH STARTS FROM CENTRAL PARK, DOYLESTOWN. Cue sheets will not be available. The on-line route map is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/27741430.
Leaders: Howard Hochheiser, , 215-913-3246, Daniel Operacz, , 267-265-9358 and Bob Doyle, , 703-963-9905 - June 1210:00AM
Tue June 12, 2018 - Ardmore Farmers Market
Level D: 10mph, 26 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 10:00 am. Level D: 10mph, 26 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmont Park . The ride leaves at 10:00 am. Modifying one of Tim Carey’s Routes from Lloyd Hall to the Ardmore Farmer’s Market and return. Will take a look to see if the Haverford College Nature Trail is bike-able. Leader: Craig Bersak, , 856-906-1457 The on-line route map is Ardmore Farmers Market - 6-2.
Leader: Craig DJ Bersak, , 856-906-1457 - June 126:00PM
Tue June 12, 2018 - Tuesday evening from North Penn High School
Level B: 15mph, Sunlight determines miles. Meet at North Penn High School. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. The ride will depart from North Penn High School - meet behind the school near the bus depot at 6:00 pm. Ride Level: C+/B-, Speed: 13-15 mph. We will meet at 6pm every Tuesday evening through the end of September. The rides will begin the season at 13-14mph and increase to occasional 15-16mph rides as the season slowly progresses. The riding distance is determined by the amount of sunlight. Come on out and discover new roads and routes. We never repeat a route during a single season. Cue sheets will not be available. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Jay Sitkin, , 267-664-0939 - June 126:00PM
Tue June 12, 2018 - Bulldog ride
Levels B: 15mph, B-: 14mph, 30-34 miles. Meet at Bulldog Statue, 25th St. and Pennsylvania Ave.. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Ride thru the park to Henry Ave across McCallum bridge to Germantown Ave and out toward Ambler. How far out we go depends on daytime hours . Cue sheets will not be available.
Leaders: Bruce Taubman, , 856-392-9677 and Chris McEntee, , (484) 483-5822 - June 126:00PM
Tue June 12, 2018 - Delightful, Delicious D (& D+/C-) Ride, Tuesday Evening Edition
Level C- through D: 10-11.5mph, 15-30 miles. Meet at Glenside Public Library parking lot. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Scheduled for most Tuesday evenings throughout the summer. Gently paced, post-work evening ride to pedal away the day's stresses, suited for novice riders, newcomers to the area, and/or anyone seeking a low-intensity recovery ride. Relaxed pace. Cycle peaceful roads in Eastern Montgomery Co. Meet in the library parking lot. Please bring lights in case we are delayed on our return. This Tuesday evening ride meets on 3 Tuesdays each month. One Tuesday of the month (usually, the LAST week of the month), this ride is replaced by the Ride to the Monthly Newsletter Mailing Party, meeting at 5:00pm. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862 - June 135:30PM
Wed June 13, 2018 - Delightful, Delicious D/D+/C- Ride, Wednesday Evening Edition - EARLIER START TIME FOR 6/13 - 5:30
Level C- through D: 10-11.5mph, 15-30 miles. Meet at Flourtown Shopping Center. The ride leaves at 5:30 pm. EARLIER START TIME FOR 6/13 - 5:30. Ride on 6/13 will go to the club Board meeting at Gustine Recreation Center on Ridge Ave. in East Falls. All members are warmly welcome to attend. Gently paced, relaxed, post-work ride on quiet roads to pedal away workday stresses, suited for novice riders, newcomers to the area, and/or anyone seeking low-intensity recovery ride. Meet in same parking lot as "Multi-Paced Rides" listed above. Rear of lot, near Giant Market. (LANDMARK: Flourtown Shopping Ctr has McDonald's in the front, facing Bethlehem Pike.) Please bring LIGHTS in case we return close to dark. Cue sheets will not be available. Please note: One Wednesday per month (usually the second Wed), Linda cannot lead this ride, due to BCP Board meeting -will try to arrange another leader on Board meeting nights. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862 - June 136:00PM
Wed June 13, 2018 - Flourtown Multi-Level Rides, Every Wednesday April Thru September
Level A- through C+: 13-18mph, 15-40 miles. Meet at Flourtown Shopping Center. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Multi-level ride group (C+, B-, B, A- ) that meets every Wednesday April thru September. Various ride leaders. See daily calendar for details. Rain cancels ride
Leader: Thomas G. Madle, , 215-233-2578 - June 136:00PM
Wed June 13, 2018 - Phoenixville Dog Ride, B-/C+, 13.5-14.5
Level C+: 13.5mph, 20-35 miles. Meet at Reynolds Dog Park, Longford Rd, Oaks, PA. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. The daylight Phoenixville dog rides begin in May and continue through September. Rolling to hilly rides on low-traffic roads. Regroup as necessary. No one dropped, but please be prepared to ride the posted speed on rolling to hilly terrain. On the last Wednesday of each month, we will have a day/night ride. We start riding in the daylight and continue after sunset with headlights and taillights. A strong headlight and taillight are required. On the last Wednesday in June, we will ride a metric century.
Leader: Rick Christie, , 610-787-1985 - June 136:00PM
Wed June 13, 2018 - Weekly Flourtown A- Ride
Level A-: 18-20mph, 25-45 miles. Meet at Flourtown Shopping Center. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Weekly ride where the route will change every week (i.e., hilly, flat or rolling). Distance will increase as we get more day light (and decreases accordingly). Please bring LIGHTS for use at dusk. Note that this is a relatively fast ride so be prepared to maintain the ride's advertised pace. Check day of the ride for possible changes or cancellations (rain cancels). Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Raymond P Wynman, , 215-816-6211 - June 149:00AM
Thu June 14, 2018 - RIDE THURSDAYS!
Level C+: 13.5-14mph, 35-55 miles. Meet at Upper Dublin High School. The ride leaves at 9:00 am. This ride is ON HOLD due to leader Injury. Check back , and I will post a specific ride when i am able to ride a decent distance/ pace.. See you all soon, I Hope! . CHECK WEEKLY LISTING. We will pick up the pace as season progresses, & we all help each other improve. Will regroup as needed, but must be able to maintain the posted pace. Must be willing to ride safely & obey traffic laws. Often will have a sit-down lunch stop. Check back prior to the ride for an updated listing with ride details Start point, destination, distance, terrain, weather related changes. (rain cancels). RIDE STARTS @ 9:00 in May. Earlier start of 8:30 beginning MAY 31, 2018. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Cassandra hogue, , 484-868-6236 - June 146:00PM
Thu June 14, 2018 - Thursday Evenings from North Penn High School
Level B-/C+: 13-15mph, Sunlight determines miles. Meet at North Penn High School. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. The ride will depart from North Penn High School - meet behind the school near the bus depot at 6:00 pm. Ride Level: C+/B-, Speed: 13-15 mph. We will meet at 6pm every Thursday evening through the end of September. The rides will begin the season at 13-14mph and increase to occasional 15-16mph rides as the season slowly progresses. The riding distance is determined by the amount of sunlight. Come on out and discover new roads and routes. We never repeat a route during a single season. Cue sheets will not be available. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Jay Sitkin, , 267-664-0939 - June 146:00PM
Thu June 14, 2018 - Thursday Night Hill Ride - with Parks on Tap finish
Levels B: 15mph, B-/C+: 14mph, 25 -35 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. A moderately hilly ride conquering 3 Main Line hills that regroups at the top of each climb. As the days lengthen, so does the ride and we should be nearing 30 miles by July. No riders doing the listed pace will be dropped. 50% chance of rain between 6:00 and 8:00 cancels the ride Cue sheets will not be available. This year we will have 2 different paced groups. Simon will lead a B pace ride at 14.5 - 15.5 mph and Gene will lead the traditional pace at 13.5 -14.5 mph. Both rides will finish at Parks on Tap at the Belmont Plateau this week - bring money for after ride refreshments. Front & rear lights are also advised. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leaders: Simon Knight, , 215-219-9555 and Eugene Sobel, , 215-964-4884 - June 146:00PM
Thu June 14, 2018 - Delightful, Delicious "D" (and D+/C-) Ride, Thursday evening Edition
Level C- through D: 10-11.5mph, 15-30 miles. Meet at Jacobs Engineering Parking Lot. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Gently paced, post-work evening ride to pedal away the stresses of the workday, suited for novice riders, newcomers to the area, and/or anyone seeking a low-intensity recovery ride - relaxed pace. Meet in same parking lot as the "Multi-Level Conshohocken Rides". Start by riding on the Schuylkill River Trail, and/or, the Cross County Trail, which connects the Schuylkill with Plymouth Meeting . As riders get stronger, we can turn off the trails and explore some pretty roads in the area. Please bring lights in case we return close to dark. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862 - June 146:00PM
Thu June 14, 2018 - Conshohocken Multi-Level Rides
Levels B: 14-16mph, C+: 13-14mph, 20-30+ miles. Meet at Jacobs Engineering Parking Lot. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Meet at 5:45 for a prompt start. Note that there aren't any bathroom facilities. We offer 3 paces (13-14, 14-16, 17-18) on a variety of routes on relatively lightly traveled roads. Most will have some hills. Distance will vary with the pace and available daylight. Please bring a rear light for use at dusk, and preferably a front light too. Will regroup as needed, but please be prepared to maintain the ride's advertised pace. Must also be willing to ride safely and obey traffic laws. Check day of the ride for possible changes or cancellations (rain cancels), and if a certain pace is not available. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leaders: Howard Hochheiser, , 215-913-3246 and Peter Velletri, , 610-420-6838 - June 146:01PM
Thu June 14, 2018 - “C”vilized Thursday Hill Ride
Level C: 12-13mph, 25 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 6:01 pm. A true C level version of the Thursday night hill ride. NOTE THE START TIME IS NOW 6:01 pm. We will depart just after the faster 6:00 groups. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Chuck Martin, , 215-923-1887 - June 1512:30PM
Fri June 15, 2018 - Friday Afternoon Frolic w/Linda. Bala Cynwyd to Phoenixville & Kimberton Whole Foods, via SRT. https://ridewithgps.com/routes/27799902
Level B-: 14mph, 53 miles. Meet at Trailhead parking lot of Cynwyd Heritage Trail, off East Levering Mill Rd & Belmont Ave, near West Laurel Hill Cemetery . The ride leaves at 12:30 pm. For June 15 - Leader has to work in the morning, so this ride will take place in the afternoon. Pretty loop from Bala Cynwyd to Kimberton Whole Foods, via the STR. Lunch break at Kimberton Whole Foods at the half-way mark (mile 27). Total climbing is 1967 ft, as per ridewithgps. GENERIC DESCRIPTION: Scenic adventures by bike most Fridays, throughout the year. Explore pretty, peaceful roads in suburban counties -- Montgomery, Bucks, Chester, etc. Starting points will vary, so that we can cycle through different regions. . Please check the daily calendar for details of each Friday's route -- terrain, mileage, rest stops, etc. Cue sheets and on-line route map will be provided for each ride. Scheduled for virtually every Friday throughout the year, with a few exceptions here & there. If weather conditions are not conducive to cycling, this ride may be replaced by a hike/walk (on foot). As long as we are enjoying outdoor physical exercise, and Mother Nature, in the company of friends, we'll have a memorable outing. Cue sheets will be available. The on-line route map is Bala Cynwyd to Phoenixville & Kimberton.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862 - June 168:30AM
Sat June 16, 2018 - Ride to the Lumberville General Store
Level B-/C+: 14-15mph, 60 miles. Meet at Hatboro Horsham High School, 899 Horsham Rd · Horsham, PA. The ride leaves at 8:30 am. 14-15 mph, some hills, regroup as needed but riders should be able to maintain the average pace. Potty stops out and back and rest stop at the General Store. Bring plenty to drink and an on bike snack. Rain Cancels. Route is at https://ridewithgps.com/routes/26449987. I will have a few paper cue sheets. The on-line route map is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/26449987.
Leader: Elliot Titcher, , 215-740-1149 - June 169:00AM
Sat June 16, 2018 - Valley Forge Cathedral
Level C- through D: 12mph, 30 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 9:00 am. ride out srt mid ride break at Riverbend, onward to Valley Forge Climb to Cathedral checkout gift shop Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Paul Winkfield, , 215-459-8457 - June 169:15AM
Sat June 16, 2018 - Toss of the dice - Whole Foods Spring House 50 miles
Level C+: 12-14mph, 45-60 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 9:15 am. 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. Indication that cue sheets and/or GPS navigational information will be available no later than 24 hours prior to departure. The on-line route map is Whole Foods Spring House.
Leader: Joseph Pless, , 610-937-9010 - June 169:15AM
Sat June 16, 2018 - Hills out West - A challenging ride
Level B: 14-15mph, 50 - 70 miles. Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 9:15 am. Consider this the next step up from the Toss of the DIce "C+", further (50 - 70 miles) and with more hills (3000 - 5000). The average speed (measured at end of ride) is likely to be 14.0 - 15.0 mph, it is the hills that push this into the B category. This week will be a bit of a challenge - 72 miles & 5300 feet of climbing, taking in taken both Valley Forge Natl Park and Ridley Creek State Park. Riders are expected to ride the advertised pace which is a bit lower than usual to accommodate the hills, and we will regroup as needed. There will be a food break midway in Paoli (bring money or food) & we'll stop for fluids as needed. We'll celebrate completion of the ride at Parks on Tap at the Belmont Plateau (bring more money & ID). All riders should bring a spare tube. Check daily listing for route information. Ride may be cancelled up to 1 hour prior to departure time. Cue sheets will be available. The on-line route map is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/27766123.
Leader: Simon Knight, , 215-219-9555 - June 176:25AM
Sun June 17, 2018 - Century'N'On ride to Topton
Level A-/B+: 15-16mph, 143 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 6:25 am. Riding to Topton. Mostly peaceful loop with short rest stops in Harleysville(33mi) and Zieglerville(96mi). Longer food stop at Market Cafe in Topton. About 8000ft of elevation gain. Mostly rolling with a few good hills and a tiny mountain. If looking to do a shorter 105 mile option, will be making a stop at Upper Dublin High School on Loch Ash Ave at 8:00am. The on-line route map is Philly to Topton.
Leader: Daniel Operacz, , 267-265-9358 - June 178:00AM
Sun June 17, 2018 - Father's Day Special/Bucks County Metric CO-LEADER WELCOME
Level B-: 14mph, 67 miles. Meet at New Hope-Solebury High School, Bridge St (PA-179), in New Hope. The ride leaves at 8:00 am. Scenic loop around Bucks County. Part of the route will circle around picturesque Lake Nockamixon. Pretty countryside and quaint towns. There are rest stops at mile 16 (Wawa) and mile 38 (Turkey Hill). On the return, we have an optional stop if needed at the Carversville Store at mile 56. Cue sheets will be provided. Total elevation gain 4180 feet. This ride leaves early, in order to return in time for Father's Day festivities. Leader's Dad will be 93 in September - gotta make the most of Father's Day! CO-LEADER WELCOME: If you would like to lead this ride at an alternative pace, THANK YOU! Please contact LMc. Cue sheets will be available. The on-line route map is http://ridewithgps.com/routes/8635796.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862 - June 1711:00AM
Sun June 17, 2018 - Kayuh Pedalers: Spring Rides
Level C/C-: 14.5mph, 14.5 miles. Meet at Kayuh Bicycles & Cafe 19th St. & Girard Ave. The ride leaves at 11:00 am. These will be true D rides around Philadelphia County. A no drop ride, re-group when needed. Helmet and Water a must. A light riding snack, rest stops. Safety Instructions. Wear SUNSCREEN. Mid-week update on rides @ Facebook: Kayuh Pedalers. STREET PARKING: S. College St between 20th & 19th
Leader: Thomas Haney, , 267-259-5231 - June 1712:00PM
Sun June 17, 2018 - Sunny Sunday D Ride
Level D: 9-11.5mph, 10-20 miles. Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 12:00 pm. OWLS (Older, Wiser, Longer, Slower) paced ride through Fairmont Park. We may visit an old mansion or two as we ride though the park. Please bring extra tube, water, dress for warm weather, sunscreen, and $ for midride snack or tour of a mansion. Helmet required for all riders by the club. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Steve Trobovic, , 610-710-1810 - June 1712:15PM
Sun June 17, 2018 - Sunny Sunday C Spinoff
Level C: 13mph, 25-35 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 12:15 pm. A true C ride that cheerfully waits to regroup. Usually 25-35 miles, usually with a lunch or snack stop. Meet at the Italian Fountain, near the parking garage sign.
Leader: Chuck Martin, , 215-923-1887 - June 186:00PM
Mon June 18, 2018 - Church of the Saviour Multi-Level Rides
Level A through D: 8-20mph, 13-45 miles. Meet at Church of the Saviour, Wayne, PA. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Multi-level ride group with 7 different paced groups ( D, C, C+, B-, B, B+, and A). The 7 groups range from a slow D level "hybrid / road" group that rides no more than 15 miles at 8-11 mph pace up to our fastest pace "A" ride group that rides at 18-20 mph and anywhere between 20 and 50 miles depending on sunset times. We ride every Monday April thru September except when a Monday falls on a holiday. Rain cancels the rides. See a description of each individual ride group on the daily calendar.
Leader: Vince Calkins, , - June 186:00PM
Mon June 18, 2018 - Delightful, Delicious D (& D+/C-) Ride, Monday Evening Edition
Level C- through D: 10-11.5mph, 15-30 miles. Meet at Upper Dublin High School. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Scheduled for most Monday evenings throughout the summer. Gently paced, post-work evening ride to pedal away the day's stresses, suited for novice riders, newcomers to the area, and/or anyone seeking a low-intensity recovery ride. Relaxed pace. Cycle peaceful roads in Eastern Montgomery Co. Meet in the small parking lot next to the ball field, across the street from the high school. Please bring lights in case we are delayed on our return. Occasionally, this Monday night ride from UDHS may be cancelled, if there is a special Tailgate event at the COS ride in Wayne on the same date. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862 - June 199:00AM
Tue June 19, 2018 - Coffee ride to High Point Cafe in West Mt. Airy (ad-hoc ride)
Level C-: 10-11mph, 20 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 9:00 am. Join me for a ride to the High Point Cafe at Green and Westview. Snacks and food are also available at Weavers Way co-op across the street. We will leave from Cosmic Cafe at 9AM. It's uphill to the Cafe and downhill heading back. We will be riding thru East Falls and Germantown along the way. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Owen Sindler, , 215-990-3207 - June 199:15AM
Tue June 19, 2018 - Ride Yer Bike Tuesday
Levels A-/B+: 16.5-17.5mph, B/B-: 15-16mph, C+: 13-14mph, 42 miles. Meet at Upper Dublin High School. The ride leaves at 9:15 am. 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 the Bagel Barrel in Doylestown, following a quick stop in Central Park. Generally rolling hills on low scenic trafficked roads (a few of which will be new to me). 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. Note: Last ride of the month starts from Central Park, Doylestown - we'll be riding to Ringoes, NJ this month Cue sheets will not be available. The on-line route map is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/17670810.
Leaders: Howard Hochheiser, , 215-913-3246, Daniel Operacz, , 267-265-9358 and Bob Doyle, , 703-963-9905 - June 196:00PM
Tue June 19, 2018 - Bulldog ride
Levels B: 15mph, 30-34 miles. Meet at Bulldog Statue, 25th St. and Pennsylvania Ave.. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Ride thru the park to Henry Ave across McCallum bridge to Germantown Ave and out toward Ambler. How far out we go depends on daytime hours . Cue sheets will not be available.
Leaders: Bruce Taubman, , 856-392-9677 and Chris McEntee, , (484) 483-5822 - June 196:00PM
Tue June 19, 2018 - Tuesday evening from North Penn High School
Level B: 15mph, Sunlight determines miles. Meet at North Penn High School. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. The ride will depart from North Penn High School - meet behind the school near the bus depot at 6:00 pm. Ride Level: C+/B-, Speed: 13-15 mph. We will meet at 6pm every Tuesday evening through the end of September. The rides will begin the season at 13-14mph and increase to occasional 15-16mph rides as the season slowly progresses. The riding distance is determined by the amount of sunlight. Come on out and discover new roads and routes. We never repeat a route during a single season. Cue sheets will not be available. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Jay Sitkin, , 267-664-0939 - June 196:00PM
Tue June 19, 2018 - Delightful, Delicious D (& D+/C-) Ride, Tuesday Evening Edition
Level C- through D: 10-11.5mph, 15-30 miles. Meet at Glenside Public Library parking lot. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Scheduled for most Tuesday evenings throughout the summer. Gently paced, post-work evening ride to pedal away the day's stresses, suited for novice riders, newcomers to the area, and/or anyone seeking a low-intensity recovery ride. Relaxed pace. Cycle peaceful roads in Eastern Montgomery Co. Meet in the library parking lot. Please bring lights in case we are delayed on our return. This Tuesday evening ride meets on 3 Tuesdays each month. One Tuesday of the month (usually, the LAST week of the month), this ride is replaced by the Ride to the Monthly Newsletter Mailing Party, meeting at 5:00pm. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862 - June 204:45PM
Wed June 20, 2018 - Did Linda say Ice Cream?!?!! (ad-hoc ride)
Level C+: 14.5mph, 14 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 4:45 pm. "Come celebrate the Summer Solstice (June 21) and the joy of summer riding with your cycling friends!" We'll ride out to the Flourtown Shopping Center and meet up with the Wednesday Multi Level Rides. Everyone rides their selected group on arrival, and then we all meet back at the Shopping Center for ICE CREAM! More Ice Cream info at https://goo.gl/oyaU83 ........ This is a one way ride and you should concern yourself with how you'll get home. If you're like me, you'll probably want to get the train, in which case your options are the 8:53 and 9:43 trains. I'll leave for the train 23 minutes before, so either at 8:30 (unlikely...ice cream) or 9:20 (very very likely!). We can ride to the train together if you like, but not required. More train info at https://goo.gl/TZsY9M ......... No riders will be dropped but please come prepared to ride at least C+ so we don't miss our multi-level rides. At 14.5mph we'll arrive 15 minutes before 6pm. ........... EDIT: I've changed the ride to a C+ so that more people who want to may join in. Cue sheets will not be available. The on-line route map is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/27838460.
Leader: Ryan Sullivan, , 412-254-3676 - June 206:00PM
Wed June 20, 2018 - Flourtown Multi-Level Rides, Every Wednesday April Thru September
Level A- through C+: 13-18mph, 15-40 miles. Meet at Flourtown Shopping Center. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Multi-level ride group (C+, B-, B, A- ) that meets every Wednesday April thru September. Various ride leaders. See daily calendar for details. Rain cancels ride
Leader: Thomas G. Madle, , 215-233-2578 - June 206:00PM
Wed June 20, 2018 - CANCELLED Phoenixville Dog Ride, B-/C+, 13.5-14.5
Level C+: 13.5mph, 20-35 miles. Meet at Reynolds Dog Park, Longford Rd, Oaks, PA. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. The daylight Phoenixville dog rides begin in May and continue through September. Rolling to hilly rides on low-traffic roads. Regroup as necessary. No one dropped, but please be prepared to ride the posted speed on rolling to hilly terrain. On the last Wednesday of each month, we will have a day/night ride. We start riding in the daylight and continue after sunset with headlights and taillights. A strong headlight and taillight are required. On the last Wednesday in June, we will ride a metric century.
Leader: Rick Christie, , 610-787-1985 - June 206:00PM
Wed June 20, 2018 - Weekly Flourtown A- Ride
Level A-: 18-20mph, 25-45 miles. Meet at Flourtown Shopping Center. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Weekly ride where the route will change every week (i.e., hilly, flat or rolling). Distance will increase as we get more day light (and decreases accordingly). Please bring LIGHTS for use at dusk. Note that this is a relatively fast ride so be prepared to maintain the ride's advertised pace. Check day of the ride for possible changes or cancellations (rain cancels). Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Raymond P Wynman, , 215-816-6211 - June 206:00PM
Wed June 20, 2018 - Delightful, Delicious D/D+/C- Ride, Wednesday Evening Edition
Level C- through D: 10-11.5mph, 15-30 miles. Meet at Flourtown Shopping Center. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Gently paced, relaxed, post-work ride on quiet roads to pedal away workday stresses, suited for novice riders, newcomers to the area, and/or anyone seeking low-intensity recovery ride. Meet in same parking lot as "Multi-Paced Rides" listed above. Rear of lot, near Giant Market. (LANDMARK: Flourtown Shopping Ctr has McDonald's in the front, facing Bethlehem Pike.) Please bring LIGHTS in case we return close to dark. Cue sheets will not be available. Please note: One Wednesday per month (usually the second Wed), Linda cannot lead this ride, due to BCP Board meeting -will try to arrange another leader on Board meeting nights. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862 - June 208:30PM
Wed June 20, 2018 - Wednesday Evening Post-Ride Ice Cream Social
Meet at Flourtown Shopping Center. The event starts at 8:30 pm. Celebrate the Summer Solstice (tomorrow) with your cycling friends, over some refreshing ice cream, fresh fruit, and other cold desserts. Linda will bring root beer, diet root beer and other soft drinks, in case anyone would like to make a root beer float or ice cream soda. Meet on the patio of the GIANT Market at the rear of the parking lot, where we meet for our Wednesday evening multi-level rides. Flourtown Shopping Center on Bethlehem Pike is the one with McDonald's in the front (facing the Pike), and GIANT Market at the rear. We cyclists park in the rear, close to GIANT. VOLUNTEERS APPRECIATED to help with either set-up or clean-up. PUBLIC TRANSIT: For members joining us from Center City, there are several train stations (serving different lines) close to Flourtown - Chestnut Hill, Oreland, Glenside, Ft. Washington, etc.
Organizer: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862 - June 219:00AM
Thu June 21, 2018 - Penn valley and Gladwyne (ad-hoc ride)
Level D: 8-9.5mph, 20 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 9:00 am. Have a nice slower ride up to Gladwyne and then down to the Cynwood trail and across the bridge to Manyunk. Very beautiful at this time of year. There's a steady up for the first half. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Henry Lazarus, , 267-259-6275 - June 219:00AM
Thu June 21, 2018 - RIDE THURSDAYS!
Level C+: 13.5-14mph, 35-55 miles. Meet at Upper Dublin High School. The ride leaves at 9:00 am. This ride will depart (MOSTLY) from Upper Dublin High School at 9:00 am. BUT CHECK WEEKLY LISTING. We will pick up the pace as season progresses, & we all help each other improve. Will regroup as needed, but must be able to maintain the posted pace. Must be willing to ride safely & obey traffic laws. Often will have a sit-down lunch stop. Check back prior to the ride for an updated listing with ride details Start point, destination, distance, terrain, weather related changes. (rain cancels). RIDE STARTS @ 9:00 in May. Earlier start of 8:30 beginning MAY 31, 2018. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Cassandra hogue, , 484-868-6236 - June 216:00PM
Thu June 21, 2018 - Thursday Evenings from North Penn High School
Level B-/C+: 13-15mph, Sunlight determines miles. Meet at North Penn High School. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. The ride will depart from North Penn High School - meet behind the school near the bus depot at 6:00 pm. Ride Level: C+/B-, Speed: 13-15 mph. We will meet at 6pm every Thursday evening through the end of September. The rides will begin the season at 13-14mph and increase to occasional 15-16mph rides as the season slowly progresses. The riding distance is determined by the amount of sunlight. Come on out and discover new roads and routes. We never repeat a route during a single season. Cue sheets will not be available. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Jay Sitkin, , 267-664-0939 - June 216:00PM
Thu June 21, 2018 - Thursday Night Hill Ride
Levels B: 15mph, B-/C+: 14mph, 25 -35 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. A moderately hilly ride conquering 3 Main Line hills that regroups at the top of each climb. As the days lengthen, so does the ride and we should be nearing 30 miles by July. No riders doing the listed pace will be dropped. Bike lights strongly advised. 50% chance of rain between 6:00 and 8:00 cancels the ride Cue sheets will not be available. This year we will have 2 different paced groups. Simon will lead a B pace ride at 14.5 - 15.5 mph and Gene will lead the traditional pace at 13.5 -14.5 mph. This week, end of ride drinks at Parks on Tap - Schuylkill Banks under the Walnut Street bridge. Bring money and ID. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leaders: Simon Knight, , 215-219-9555 and Eugene Sobel, , 215-964-4884 - June 216:00PM
Thu June 21, 2018 - Delightful, Delicious "D" (and D+/C-) Ride, Thursday evening Edition
Level C- through D: 10-11.5mph, 15-30 miles. Meet at Jacobs Engineering Parking Lot. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Gently paced, post-work evening ride to pedal away the stresses of the workday, suited for novice riders, newcomers to the area, and/or anyone seeking a low-intensity recovery ride - relaxed pace. Meet in same parking lot as the "Multi-Level Conshohocken Rides". Start by riding on the Schuylkill River Trail, and/or, the Cross County Trail, which connects the Schuylkill with Plymouth Meeting . As riders get stronger, we can turn off the trails and explore some pretty roads in the area. Please bring lights in case we return close to dark. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862 - June 216:00PM
Thu June 21, 2018 - Conshohocken Multi-Level Rides
Levels B: 14-16mph, C+: 13-14mph, 20-30+ miles. Meet at Jacobs Engineering Parking Lot. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Meet at 5:45 for a prompt start. Note that there aren't any bathroom facilities. We offer 3 paces (13-14, 14-16, 17-18) on a variety of routes on relatively lightly traveled roads. Most will have some hills. Distance will vary with the pace and available daylight. Please bring a rear light for use at dusk, and preferably a front light too. Will regroup as needed, but please be prepared to maintain the ride's advertised pace. Must also be willing to ride safely and obey traffic laws. Check day of the ride for possible changes or cancellations (rain cancels), and if a certain pace is not available. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leaders: Howard Hochheiser, , 215-913-3246 and Peter Velletri, , 610-420-6838 - June 216:01PM
Thu June 21, 2018 - "C"vilized Thursday Night Hill Ride
Level C: 12mph, 25 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 6:01 pm. A true C level version of the Thursday night hill ride. NOTE THE START TIME IS NOW 6:01 pm. We will depart just after the faster 6:00 groups. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Ann Kreidle, , 215-387-2896 - June 229:30AM
Fri June 22, 2018 - Friday Frolic w/Linda. UDHS to Tabora's in Chalfont.
Level B-: 14mph, 55 miles. Meet at Upper Dublin High School. The ride leaves at 9:30 am. Pretty loop from Upper Dublin High School to Tabora's in Chalfont for lunch, as well as some creamy, frozen refreshment. Cue sheets will be provided. Total elevation gain is 2755 feet, no extreme climbing. Please click on the route map link to view the elevation profile. The lunch & ice cream stop at Tabora's is at mile 23. On the outbound, there are places to take a quick bathroom/snack break at mile 16. After lunch at Tabora's, we'll cycle around the perimeter of peaceful Lake Galena. On the return, there are optional Wawa stops if needed, at mile 38 (Colmar), or 44 (North Wales). 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 explore different regions. Please check the daily calendar for details of each Friday's route -- terrain, mileage, rest stops, etc. Cue sheets and on-line route map will be provided for each ride. Scheduled for virtually every Friday throughout the year. If weather conditions are not conducive to cycling, this ride may be replaced by a hike/walk. As long as we are enjoying outdoor physical exercise, and Mother Nature, in the company of friends, we'll have a memorable outing. Cue sheets will be available. The on-line route map is http://ridewithgps.com/routes/8604657.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862 - June 226:00PM
Fri June 22, 2018 - BCP DISPLAY TENT/MEMBERS APPRECIATION NIGHT at Friday Night Races at the Velodrome
Meet at Valley Preferred Cycling Center (the Velodrome), 1151 Mosser Road, Breinigsville, PA 18031 (Trexlertown). The event starts at 6:00 pm. BCP will have a display tent in the plaza of the Valley Preferred Cycling Center (aka, the Velodrome) in Trexlertown, during the Friday Night Races, sponsored by Bicycling Magazine. Gates open for Happy Hour at 6:00pm, but the ACTUAL RACES DO NOT BEGIN UNTIL 7:30pm, allowing you plenty of time to get there after work. BCP will be exhibiting here to promote our club's membership benefits & perks, as well as rides and upcoming events. MEMBERS APPRECIATION: Stay tuned for updates, re. special promotion for members. The racing program for 6/22 includes the UCI Festival of Speed with sprint matches. A live band will be performing in the plaza, and there will be family- and kid-friendly entertainment. General Admission tickets are $6/person. Every seat has a great view of the track. In addition to the Breakaway Cafe, there is a souvenir booth, where visitors can purchase Velodrome merchandise. There are also other exhibitors in the plaza, where you can participate in raffle drawings.. Come join us for an exciting evening! DRIVING to TREXLERTOWN: Northeast Extension of the PA Turnpike (I-476 North), or, PA-309 North, to I-78/US-22 West. Driving directions and racing & venue details are available here: www.thevelodrome.com. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: If you are able to volunteer at the BCP tent, either for set-up (~5:15), or for staffing the booth and greeting visitors, or, for packing up at loading the van at the end of the evening, THANK YOU for your help. Please contact Linda, re. volunteering. Additional information: http://thevelodrome.com/us/directions/.
Organizer: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862 - June 238:05AM
Sat June 23, 2018 - CANCELLED Main Line Cycles Brisk Ride
Levels A: 16-17mph, 40-55 miles. Meet at Main Line Cycles front of shop 919 Montgomery Ave. The ride leaves at 8:05 am. 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. Cue sheets will not be available. The on-line route map is http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1940076.
Leaders: Jeff Diacik, , 215-783-8537, Derek Barnes, , 610-246-3917 and Shahar Shiff, , 215-776-3963- 1
- June 239:15AM
Sat June 23, 2018 - CANCELLED Toss of the dice - Malvern Buttery Ride - 54 Miles
Level C+: 12-14mph, 45-60 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 9:15 am. 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. Indication that cue sheets and/or GPS navigational information will be available no later than 24 hours prior to departure. The on-line route map is Malvern Buttery Ride.
Leader: Joseph Pless, , 610-937-9010 - June 239:15AM
Sat June 23, 2018 - CANCELLED Hills out West - Malvern Buttery Ride
Level B: 14.5-15.5mph, 54 miles. Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 9:15 am. Consider this the next step up from the Toss of the DIce "C+", further (50 - 70 miles) and with more hills (3000 - 5000). The average speed (measured at end of ride) is likely to be 14.5 - 15.5 mph, it is the hills that push this into the B category. We will regroup as needed, but riders are expected to ride group pace. This week we are headed to the Malvern, 54 miles & 3600 ft of hills. We will leave a couple of minutes ahead of the C+ ride going to the same destination. Bring food or money for snack along the way, as well as a spare tube. Check daily listing for route information. Ride may be cancelled up to 1 hour prior to departure time. There is also the opportunity for an after ride drink at Parks on Tap on Schuylkill Banks so bring ID. Cue sheets will be available. The on-line route map is Malvern Buttery Ride.
Leader: Simon Knight, , 215-219-9555 - June 249:00AM
Sun June 24, 2018 - Kayuh Pedalers: Sunday Summer Rides
Level C/C-: 14.5mph, 15 - 25 miles. Meet at Kayuh Bicycles & Cafe 19th St. & Girard Ave. The ride leaves at 9:00 am. These will be rides around Philadelphia County. A no drop ride, re-group when needed. Helmet and Water a must. A light riding snack, rest stops. Safety Instructions. Mid-week update on rides @ Facebook: Kayuh Pedalers. STREET PARKING: S. College St between 20th & 19th This weeks ride will be Delaware River Trail @ Spring Garden, with a stop @ Graffiti Pier. from there up the Delaware trail to Lardner's Point Park, by Tacony Palmyra Bridge.
Leader: Thomas Haney, , 267-259-5231 - June 249:15AM
Sun June 24, 2018 - Toss of the Dice Sunday Special
Level C+: 14mph, 54 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 9:15 am. C+ Ride Malvern Buttery Ride originally scheduled yesterday. The on-line route map is Malvern Buttery Ride.
Leader: Joseph Pless, , 610-937-9010 - June 2412:00PM
Sun June 24, 2018 - Sunny Sunday D Ride
Level D: 9-12mph, 12-24 miles. Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 12:00 pm. OWLS (Older, Wiser, Longer, Slower) paced ride for young, old, and new bicyclists. Will explore Fairmount Park and beyond, depending on assembled group. Bring helmet(club requires a helmet being worn), extra tube, water, sunscreen, $ for mid-ride snack, and a smile. There might be a hill or two, but we will recover at the top of hills. No one will be dropped. This weeks ride will be a little shorter to allow riders to go as a group to the Makers Faire if they desire. This event is at the Innovation Center at Penn. There is a charge, but I think there might be some discount tickets available.
Leader: George L. Yarnell, , 610-626-3338 - June 2412:15PM
Sun June 24, 2018 - Sunny Sunday C Spinoff
Level C: 13mph, 25-35 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 12:15 pm. A true C ride that cheerfully waits to regroup. Usually 25-35 miles, usually with a lunch or snack stop. Meet at the Italian Fountain, near the parking garage sign.
Leader: Michael J Olszewski, , 215-932-8586 - June 256:00PM
Mon June 25, 2018 - Church of the Saviour Multi-Level Rides
Level A through D: 8-20mph, 13-45 miles. Meet at Church of the Saviour, Wayne, PA. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Multi-level ride group with 7 different paced groups ( D, C, C+, B-, B, B+, and A). The 7 groups range from a slow D level "hybrid / road" group that rides no more than 15 miles at 8-11 mph pace up to our fastest pace "A" ride group that rides at 18-20 mph and anywhere between 20 and 50 miles depending on sunset times. We ride every Monday April thru September except when a Monday falls on a holiday. Rain cancels the rides. See a description of each individual ride group on the daily calendar.
Leader: Vince Calkins, , - June 256:00PM
Mon June 25, 2018 - Delightful, Delicious D (& D+/C-) Ride, Monday Evening Edition
Level C- through D: 10-11.5mph, 15-30 miles. Meet at Upper Dublin High School. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Scheduled for most Monday evenings throughout the summer. Gently paced, post-work evening ride to pedal away the day's stresses, suited for novice riders, newcomers to the area, and/or anyone seeking a low-intensity recovery ride. Relaxed pace. Cycle peaceful roads in Eastern Montgomery Co. Meet in the small parking lot next to the ball field, across the street from the high school. Please bring lights in case we are delayed on our return. Occasionally, this Monday night ride from UDHS may be cancelled, if there is a special Tailgate event at the COS ride in Wayne on the same date. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862 - June 269:15AM
Tue June 26, 2018 - Ride Yer Bike Tuesday
Levels A-/B+: 16.5-17.5mph, B/B-: 15-16mph, C+: 13-14mph, 49 miles. Meet at Central Park, Doylestown. The ride leaves at 9:15 am. Bring yer bike & sense of adventure. Some days we'll ride familiar favorite routes, other days we'll scope out new routes. I previewed the route today (Sunday) and made a change in one area - eliminated one road was short but had some fast traffic, and another than had a downed tree (someone who lives right by it was calling it in when we got to it, so not sure if it would be cleared in time for us). So the link to the route is now good to go. Today we'll ride to The Carousel Deli & Bakery in Ringoes (NJ) with a quick stop on in Lambertville if needed on the way out, and Carversville on the return. Lots of scenic country roads that are a mix of some climbs, lots of rolling hills and flats. 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). Cue sheets will not be available. The on-line route map is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/27821131.
Leaders: Howard Hochheiser, , 215-913-3246, Daniel Operacz, , 267-265-9358 and Bob Doyle, , 703-963-9905 - June 265:30PM
Tue June 26, 2018 - Ride to the Monthly Newsletter Mailing Party - note early time and different meeting point
Level B-/C+: 13-15mph, 15-25 miles. Meet at Movie theatre parking lot on Main St., near Ridge Ave in Manayunk. The ride leaves at 5:30 pm. Ride to the Monthly Newsletter Mailing Party (once a month Special Edition). Ride downtown to the newsletter mailing party at Tom Witt's office, to help Tom and his gang. Please bring LOCKS and LIGHTS for the return trip. Light refreshments will be served. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862 - June 266:00PM
Tue June 26, 2018 - Bulldog ride
Levels B: 15mph, 30-34 miles. Meet at Bulldog Statue, 25th St. and Pennsylvania Ave.. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Ride thru the park to Henry Ave across McCallum bridge to Germantown Ave and out toward Ambler. How far out we go depends on daytime hours . Cue sheets will not be available.
Leaders: Bruce Taubman, , 856-392-9677 and Chris McEntee, , (484) 483-5822 - June 266:00PM
Tue June 26, 2018 - Tuesday evening from North Penn High School
Level B: 15mph, Sunlight determines miles. Meet at North Penn High School. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. The ride will depart from North Penn High School - meet behind the school near the bus depot at 6:00 pm. Ride Level: C+/B-, Speed: 13-15 mph. We will meet at 6pm every Tuesday evening through the end of September. The rides will begin the season at 13-14mph and increase to occasional 15-16mph rides as the season slowly progresses. The riding distance is determined by the amount of sunlight. Come on out and discover new roads and routes. We never repeat a route during a single season. Cue sheets will not be available. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Jay Sitkin, , 267-664-0939 - June 266:30PM
Tue June 26, 2018 - Monthly QR Mailing Party
Level All Meet at Cozen O'Connor, 1650 Market St.. The ride leaves at 6:30 pm. All welcome to help mail the newsletter, snacks and good company guaranteed along with some light work.
Leader: Tom Witt, , 215-665-5578 - June 279:00AM
Wed June 27, 2018 - Coffee ride to Manayunk (ad-hoc ride)
Level C-: 10-11mph, 15-18 miles. Meet at Rite Aid parking lot at 23rd and Walnut.. The ride leaves at 9:00 am. Join me for a ride through Mantua, Fairmount Park, Wynnefield, Heritage Trail to Volo on Main Street. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Owen Sindler, , 215-990-3207 - June 276:00PM
Wed June 27, 2018 - Flourtown Multi-Level Rides, Every Wednesday April Thru September
Level A- through C+: 13-18mph, 15-40 miles. Meet at Flourtown Shopping Center. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Multi-level ride group (C+, B-, B, A- ) that meets every Wednesday April thru September. Various ride leaders. See daily calendar for details. Rain cancels ride
Leader: Thomas G. Madle, , 215-233-2578 - June 276:00PM
Wed June 27, 2018 - Phoenixville Dog Ride, B-/C+, 13.5-14.5
Level C+: 13.5mph, 20-35 miles. Meet at Reynolds Dog Park, Longford Rd, Oaks, PA. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. The daylight Phoenixville dog rides begin in May and continue through September. Rolling to hilly rides on low-traffic roads. Regroup as necessary. No one dropped, but please be prepared to ride the posted speed on rolling to hilly terrain. On the last Wednesday of each month, we will have a day/night ride. We start riding in the daylight and continue after sunset with headlights and taillights. A strong headlight and taillight are required. On the last Wednesday in June, we will ride a metric century.
Leader: Rick Christie, , 610-787-1985 - June 276:00PM
Wed June 27, 2018 - Weekly Flourtown A- Ride
Level A-: 18-20mph, 25-45 miles. Meet at Flourtown Shopping Center. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Weekly ride where the route will change every week (i.e., hilly, flat or rolling). Distance will increase as we get more day light (and decreases accordingly). Please bring LIGHTS for use at dusk. Note that this is a relatively fast ride so be prepared to maintain the ride's advertised pace. Check day of the ride for possible changes or cancellations (rain cancels). Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Raymond P Wynman, , 215-816-6211 - June 276:00PM
Wed June 27, 2018 - Delightful, Delicious D/D+/C- Ride, Wednesday Evening Edition
Level C- through D: 10-11.5mph, 15-30 miles. Meet at Flourtown Shopping Center. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Gently paced, relaxed, post-work ride on quiet roads to pedal away workday stresses, suited for novice riders, newcomers to the area, and/or anyone seeking low-intensity recovery ride. Meet in same parking lot as "Multi-Paced Rides" listed above. Rear of lot, near Giant Market. (LANDMARK: Flourtown Shopping Ctr has McDonald's in the front, facing Bethlehem Pike.) Please bring LIGHTS in case we return close to dark. Cue sheets will not be available. Please note: One Wednesday per month (usually the second Wed), Linda cannot lead this ride, due to BCP Board meeting -will try to arrange another leader on Board meeting nights. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862 - June 289:00AM
Thu June 28, 2018 - RIDE THURSDAYS!
Level C+: 13.5-14mph, 35-55 miles. Meet at Upper Dublin High School. The ride leaves at 9:00 am. This ride will depart (MOSTLY) from Upper Dublin High School at 9:00 am. BUT CHECK WEEKLY LISTING. We will pick up the pace as season progresses, & we all help each other improve. Will regroup as needed, but must be able to maintain the posted pace. Must be willing to ride safely & obey traffic laws. Often will have a sit-down lunch stop. Check back prior to the ride for an updated listing with ride details Start point, destination, distance, terrain, weather related changes. (rain cancels). RIDE STARTS @ 9:00 in May. Earlier start of 8:30 beginning MAY 31, 2018. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Cassandra hogue, , 484-868-6236 - June 285:00PM
Thu June 28, 2018 - Vigil and Ghost Bike Ceremony (ad-hoc ride)
Level D: 8mph, 10 miles. Meet at Kayuh Bicycles & Cafe 19th St. & Girard Ave. The ride leaves at 5:00 pm. I know this is late, but my plans changed. I will be riding to Marcus Foster Memorial Stadium, 16th and Hunting Park to meet up with those going on the Ghost Bike Ceremony Ride. If anyone around Kayuh is going and wants to ride together, meet me @ 5 @ Kayuh. We will leave by 5:10.
Leader: Thomas Haney, , 267-259-5231 - June 286:00PM
Thu June 28, 2018 - Thursday Evenings from North Penn High School
Level B-/C+: 13-15mph, Sunlight determines miles. Meet at North Penn High School. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. The ride will depart from North Penn High School - meet behind the school near the bus depot at 6:00 pm. Ride Level: C+/B-, Speed: 13-15 mph. We will meet at 6pm every Thursday evening through the end of September. The rides will begin the season at 13-14mph and increase to occasional 15-16mph rides as the season slowly progresses. The riding distance is determined by the amount of sunlight. Come on out and discover new roads and routes. We never repeat a route during a single season. Cue sheets will not be available. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Jay Sitkin, , 267-664-0939 - June 286:00PM
Thu June 28, 2018 - Thursday Night Hill Ride
Levels B: 15mph, B-/C+: 14mph, 25 -35 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. A moderately hilly ride conquering 3 Main Line hills that regroups at the top of each climb. As the days lengthen, so does the ride and we should be nearing 30 miles by July. No riders doing the listed pace will be dropped. 50% chance of rain between 6:00 and 8:00 cancels the ride Cue sheets will not be available. This year we will have 2 different paced groups. Simon will lead a B pace ride at 14.5 - 15.5 mph and Gene will lead the traditional pace at 13.5 -14.5 mph Cue sheets will not be available.
Leaders: Simon Knight, , 215-219-9555 and Eugene Sobel, , 215-964-4884 - June 286:00PM
Thu June 28, 2018 - Delightful, Delicious "D" (and D+/C-) Ride, Thursday evening Edition
Level C- through D: 10-11.5mph, 15-30 miles. Meet at Jacobs Engineering Parking Lot. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Gently paced, post-work evening ride to pedal away the stresses of the workday, suited for novice riders, newcomers to the area, and/or anyone seeking a low-intensity recovery ride - relaxed pace. Meet in same parking lot as the "Multi-Level Conshohocken Rides". Start by riding on the Schuylkill River Trail, and/or, the Cross County Trail, which connects the Schuylkill with Plymouth Meeting . As riders get stronger, we can turn off the trails and explore some pretty roads in the area. Please bring lights in case we return close to dark. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862 - June 286:00PM
Thu June 28, 2018 - Conshohocken Multi-Level Rides
Levels B: 14-16mph, C+: 13-14mph, 20-30+ miles. Meet at Jacobs Engineering Parking Lot. The ride leaves at 6:00 pm. Meet at 5:45 for a prompt start. Note that there aren't any bathroom facilities. We offer 3 paces (13-14, 14-16, 17-18) on a variety of routes on relatively lightly traveled roads. Most will have some hills. Distance will vary with the pace and available daylight. Please bring a rear light for use at dusk, and preferably a front light too. Will regroup as needed, but please be prepared to maintain the ride's advertised pace. Must also be willing to ride safely and obey traffic laws. Check day of the ride for possible changes or cancellations (rain cancels), and if a certain pace is not available. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leaders: Howard Hochheiser, , 215-913-3246 and Peter Velletri, , 610-420-6838 - June 286:01PM
Thu June 28, 2018 - "C"vilized Thursday Night Hill Ride
Level C: 12-13mph, 25 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 6:01 pm. A true C level version of the Thursday night hill ride. We will depart just after the faster 6:00 groups. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Tom Witt, , 215-665-5578 - June 299:15AM
Fri June 29, 2018 - Friday Frolic w/Linda. UDHS to Peddlers Village - ICE CREAM on a Hot Day. POST-RIDE MINI-TAILGATE PARTY
Level B-: 14mph, 56 miles. Meet at Upper Dublin High School. The ride leaves at 9:15 am. FOR 6/29: ICE CREAM adventure, leaving from UDHS. Pretty loop to Peddler's Village, for a choice of eateries (ice cream parlor, cafe, etc.) Food stop at Peddler's Village is at mile 27. This route takes us on some lovely roads in Rushland and Wycombe, Bucks County. On the outbound, there is an optional quick rest break at mile 14. On the return, we'll be passing the Market at Del Valley College at mile 41, if an additional stop is needed. Cue sheets will be provided. POST-RIDE MINI-TAILGATE PARTY: Leader will bring assorted snacks and soft drinks. 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 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. Cue sheets will be available. The on-line route map is http://ridewithgps.com/routes/2429187.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862 - June 307:25AM
Sat June 30, 2018 - Some Sat Morning Excercise (Saturday Bulldog) (ad-hoc ride)
Level B+: 16.5mph, 35 miles. Meet at Bulldog Statue, 25th St. and Pennsylvania Ave.. The ride leaves at 7:25 am. The weather will be nice early. Ride leaves promptly at 7:30 AM. Intentionally short (note that we go straight across Bethlehem Pike, onto Skippack, instead of making the right) and fast. Riders doing the listed pace will not be dropped (riders failing to keep pace by the turn onto McCallum are encouraged to break off then). There are five regroups on the map, all will be quick. Where possible we will paceline. Back by 10am! Please pre-register, no worries if you change your mind later. Cue sheets will not be available. The on-line route map is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/22575791.
Leader: Ryan Sullivan, , 412-254-3676 - June 308:05AM
Sat June 30, 2018 - Main Line Cycles Brisk Ride
Levels A: 16-17mph, 40-55 miles. Meet at Main Line Cycles front of shop 919 Montgomery Ave. The ride leaves at 8:05 am. 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. Cue sheets will not be available. The on-line route map is http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1940076.
Leaders: Jeff Diacik, , 215-783-8537, Derek Barnes, , 610-246-3917 and Shahar Shiff, , 215-776-3963 - June 308:15AM
Sat June 30, 2018 - Annual Trek to Mount Gretna RESCHEDULED from June 2
Level B-: 14mph, 78/48 miles. Meet at Shady Maple Farm Market on PA-23 in Goodville, Lancaster Co. (PA Turnpike West to Morgantown/Exit 298. Take PA-10 South for 1 mile to PA-23 West. Right at PA-23. Straight on 23 West for 8 miles, then turn left into Shady Maple parking lot. The ride leaves at 8:15 am. RESCHEDULED from June 2. Beautiful ride through Lancaster and Lebanon Counties for an al fresco lunch at the historic Jigger Shop in the town of Mount Gretna, based on Dave Ziccardi's classic route. Moderately to dramatically rolling terrain with a few flat and sustained climbing sections on the way out. After the short climb out of Mount Gretna, the way back will be noticeably easier and will include a brief water stop. Stock up on fresh produce, Amish goodies, and baked goods after the ride. Anyone wanting to ride a slower pace and/or do fewer miles can opt for a self-guided (after mile 21.3), less hilly 48 mile route which skips Mt. Gretna. We will start PROMPTLY AT 8:30 (no exceptions), so please plan to arrive by 8:15. If you get ahead or fall behind you will need to be able to follow the cue sheet. If it's your first time doing this ride, please contact leader by evening of Friday, June 1 with questions re. driving directions or parking. Bad weather, including extreme heat, will cancel. A go/no-go message will be added to this listing by 6:30 a.m. if the weather is questionable. HEAT ADVISORY: Although this route is LOVELY, we will have limited amounts of shade. Please bring (and consume) plenty of fluids and electrolyte snacks, and please remember the sunblock. CO-LEADER 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 to this ride description. Cue sheets will be available. The on-line route map is http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1284741.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862 - June 309:00AM
Sat June 30, 2018 - Mt. Gretna Lite (ad-hoc ride)
Level B-/C+: 14mph, 56 miles. Meet at Broad Street Park in Akron, PA. The ride leaves at 9:00 am. A shorter version of Linda Mac's ride to Mt. Gretna that will still allow us to do lunch at The Jigger Shop. Plan is to rendezvous with the "Shady Maple" group in Mt. G, then ride as one to the Turkey Hill in Akron. One other rest stop, at the Middle Creek Wildlife Area (no food available) is planned. Other than precipitation, this ride will not be cancelled. Note: The start location is next to Ten Thousand Villages, 704 Main St, Akron, PA 17501 Cue sheets will be available. The on-line route map is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/27878757.
Leader: Richard L. Wagner, , 267-738-6405 - June 309:00AM
Sat June 30, 2018 - Ridley Creek State Park
Level D: 10mph, 45 miles. Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 9:00 am. This is a hilly ride out Wynfield Ave, Karakon Dr, Larence Rd to crossing West Chester. Taking an abandoned road to a Was a on Sproul Rd for a coffee stop. From there taking Cedar Grove Rd, passing George's old home, then to Gardyville Rd before dropping down to Ridley Creek Road on Bishops Hollow Park. Once around the Park clock wise, you will experience the hill in the Park. We will take a lower route home on Crumb Ridley Rd into West Philadelphia at 69th St. Bring a lunch or buy something at the Was a to eat in the Park. Challenging terrain but easy does it, so you can do it. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Tim Carey, , 267-414-9037 - June 309:15AM
Sat June 30, 2018 - Toss of the dice Willows Park Picnic
Level C+: 12-14mph, 45-60 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 9:15 am. 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. Indication that cue sheets and/or GPS navigational information will be available no later than 24 hours prior to departure. Pick up food at WAWA and carry to Park about 2 miles.
Leader: Chuck Martin, , 215-923-1887 - June 309:15AM
Sat June 30, 2018 - Hills out West
Level B: 14.5-15.5mph, 50 - 70 miles. Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 9:15 am. Consider this the next step up from the Toss of the DIce "C+", further (50 - 70 miles) and with more hills (3000 - 5000). The average speed (measured at end of ride) is likely to be 14.5 - 15.5 mph, it is the hills that push this into the B category. 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. Check daily listing for route information. Ride may be cancelled up to 1 hour prior to departure time. Cue sheets will be available.
Leader: Chris McEntee, , (484) 483-5822