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Level D: 10mph, 28 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 10:00 am. I was informed of a new coffee shop in Chestnut Hill close by the Chestnut Hill East train station: Matines Café. Let's try it! Up to usual route, return via Andorra Rd, Barronhill Rd and the SRT. If KYW is reporting rain outside their studio one hour prior to start, ride cancels. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Tim Carey, , 267-414-9037

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Level B: 14-14.5mph, 46 miles. Meet at Carpenter Park, Horsham. The ride leaves at 10:00 am. A somewhat hilly ride to New Hope, where we can stop at the C'est La Vie French Bakery for some fine coffee and pastries. Aiming for a pace of 14-14.5. Optional portoloo's at mile 10 and mile 37. Start is at Carpenter Park, 1000 Horsham RD, Horsham, PA Cue sheets will not be available. The on-line route map is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42112271.
Leader: Bob Doyle, , 703-963-9905

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Level C-: 11mph, 25 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 9:30 am. We'll go out HagysFord Rd, down Hollow Rd to Flat Rock Park. Then up Mill Creek, making a left on Conshohocken State Rd, continuing homeward via The Cynwyd Trail. Please note 9:30 start time! Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Paul di Francesco, , 215 459 3174

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Level C: 12mph, 20 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 2:00 pm. Thursday Winter hills. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Tom Witt, , 215-665-5578

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Level B-/C+: 13-14mph, 42 miles. Meet at Laurel Beech Park. The ride leaves at 9:15 am. For March 3: Pretty route from Laurel Beech Park in Wyndmoor (near Chestnut Hill) to Audubon for coffee, at the midway point. We have a choice of a sit-down break at Valerio Coffee Roasters, or else, Wawa, if riders prefer a quick, stand-up rest stop. Both the outbound and return wind through Erdenheim, on our way to the flat SRT. Total climbing is 1565 ft, averaging 37 ft/mile. Start slightly earlier at 9:15, in order to return by 1:00-1:15 at the latest. Afternoon rain not predicted to arrive until 2:00pm. /route can be shortened a bit, if needed - we can shave off a few miles in the Audubon area. START/FINISH: Laurel Beech Park is between Cheltenham Ave and Robertson's Florist & Nursery. CO-LEADER(S) WELCOME: If you would like to lead this route at an alternative pace, THANK YOU! Please contact LMc to have your name and pace group added to this listing. GENERIC DESCRIPTION: Scenic adventures by bike on most Fridays, throughout the year. Explore pretty, peaceful roads in suburban counties -- Montgomery, Bucks, Chester, etc. Starting points will vary, so that we can cycle through different regions. Please check daily calendar for details of each Friday's route -- terrain, mileage, rest stops, etc. Cue sheets and on-line route map provided for each ride. If weather conditions are not conducive to cycling, this ride may be replaced by a hike/walk. As long as we are enjoying outdoor 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 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42055004.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862

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Level D: 10mph, 16 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 10:00 am. Easy Peezy Ride out the Martin Luther King Dr Bike trail, the Wissahickon Bike Trail and return over the Kelly Dr Bike trail. Our destination is the Papper Trail Bike Coffee Shop. If KYW is reporting rain outside their studio one hour prior to start, ride cancels. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Tim Carey, , 267-414-9037

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Level D: 10mph, 30 miles. Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 9:00 am. Sylvia Brown has asked me to cancel her birthday ride due to a forgotten commitment, therefore a conflict in dates. Watch for it at a later date. SO, We will cycle up the the Great Northeast through the River Wards for a late breakfast or early lunch in the Mayfair Diner. Return along the Frankford Tacony Green Way. If KYW is reporting rain outside their studio one hour prior to start, ride cancels. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Tim Carey, , 267-414-9037

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Level D: 10mph, 60 miles. Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 9:00 am. Sometimes birthday rides are belated. This is true for Sylvia Brown. Her birthday wish is to cycle to Devon PA with lunch there at one of the many places. This ride goes out the SRT to Conshohocken where we climb out of the Schuylkill Watershed to Mattsonford Road. Once in Wayne we amber over to the Radnor Trail heading west to Devon. We do pass by the Devon Horse Show grounds. Inorder to get in the 60 birthday miles and 6 hills for each of Sylvia 's 6 decades of life, we will take Waterloo Rd down to Paoli/Darby Creek Rd on the way back. If KYW is reporting rain outside their studio one hour prior to start, ride cancels. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Tim Carey, , 267-414-9037

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Level B-/C+: 13-14mph, 43 miles. Meet at Horsham Township Library. The ride leaves at 9:30 am. Pretty loop from Horsham Library through Montgomery and Bucks Counties, in search of good coffee (and tasty treats). Cycle past Pine Run Reservoir at Mile 13, then scenic Lake Galena at Mile 15. Quick stop at Tabora Farm Market in Chalfont at Mile 18. At Mile 28, there is a mega-Wawa, if riders want to stop. Returning via Hatfield and Lansdale, we'll be at Back Yard Beans in Lansdale at Mile 33, if riders want to stop. Leaving Lansdale, we'll take the new Liberty Bell Trail. The last part of the ride takes us through Gwynedd, and we return to Horsham Library on the Horsham Power Line Trail. Mostly rolling terrain, with most climbing in the middle of the route. Total elevation gain is 2228 ft, averaging 51 ft/mile. CO-LEADER(S) WELCOME: if you would like to lead this ride at an alternative pace, THANK YOU! Please contact LMc, so that we can add your name and pace. The on-line route map is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42117074.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862

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Level C+: 12.5mph, 43 miles. Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 9:30 am. Riding to Pizza Box in Ambler. 43ish miles with 2200ish feet of climbing. The advertised pace is what your devices should read as your average at the end of the ride. Bring your tubes and tools in case you get a flat. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Delora Winslow, , 215-796-8917

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Level B-: 14-15mph, 35-80 miles. Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 10:00 am. Various friendly rides per DAILY RIDE CALENDAR departing FROM THE PARKING ATTENDANT BOOTH at specified time and ranging 35-80 miles. We will regroup as needed, but riders are expected to ride group pace. Bring food or money for snack along the way, as well as a spare tube, tire irons and multi-tool. Check daily listing for route information. Ride may be cancelled up to 1 hour prior to departure time. Pre-registration preferred. Cue sheets will not be available. The on-line route map is Whole Foods Spring House.
Leader: Joseph Pless, , 610-937-9010

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Level B: 15mph, 100 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 8:00 am. Level B: 15mph, 100 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 8:00 am. Trying to do a Century a Month, and trying to do it on the 3rd Saturday of the Month(Missed this target in Feb. Off to New Hope (using most of the Peter O'dell route) for a stop at the C'est La Vie bakery. Then we shoot over to Doylestown for some Jules Thin Crust.. Around 4000ft. of climbing. Leaving from the Italian Fountain. Beers when we get back....somewhere. Cue sheets will not be available. The on-line route map is BCP Century Series Ride 2.
Leader: Michael  Fox, , 215-605-1783

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Level B: 13mph, 54 miles. Meet at Green Lane Park - Deep Creek Rd. Parking Lot. The ride leaves at 9:15 am. Hiller mountain ride as we climb our way up the gravel and paved roads to Seisholtzville for Rest-stop at Tamato's Deli (Mile 24) before returning. Route is ~30% unpaved with ~5000 ft of elevation gain. Bring your 29er, CX, Gravel or equip your road bike with wider tires as we mashup rides across various asphalt, gravel and sometimes dirt terrains. Expect a good challenge as we grind gravel trails and hit a few climbs with great company for no other purpose than to have fun and put in a few unpaved miles. The on-line route map is GreenLaneGRIT54.
Leader: Daniel Operacz, , 267-265-9358

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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 through Fairmount Park and beyond for young, old, novice riders, and middle aged bike riders. Please bring helmet, extra tube and tools to change a tire in case of a flat. Be prepared by bringing water and properly dressed for the weather. We will stop mid-ride for a rest-snack (bring $). There might be a hill or two to help with biking conditioning. We will regroup as needed to allow for catching one's breath. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Ginnie Zipf, , 610-529-3214

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Level C: 12mph Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 12:15 pm. A true C ride, which cheerfully waits to regroup. Usually 25-35 miles with a lunch or snack stop. Meet at the Italian Fountain, near the parking garage sign. We do not go on the Sunday of the Scenic Schuylkill Century (September 11, 2022).
Leader: Tom Witt, , 215-665-5578

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Level B-/C+: 13-14mph, 39 miles. Meet at Scott House at Wigard & Henry Ave.. The ride leaves at 1:00 pm. Cycle from Roxborough down to the flat Schuylkill River Trail, then cross the river on Sullivan's Bridge, meander through Valley Forge National Park, then stop for coffee/snack at Panera in the Gateway Shopping Center in Devon/Wayne. Alternatively, if riders would prefer a quicker stop, there is also a Trader Joe's in the same shopping center. There is also a Barnes & Noble Cafe nearby. Return from Valley Forge via Sullivan's Bridge and the SRT. GOOD NEWS: Days are getting longer. Sunset on March 5 is at 5:57pm. START/FINISH: Gravel parking lot at the Scout House, Henry Ave. & Wigard. GENERIC DESCRIPTION: Scenic loop, thru Mont.Co. or Lower Bucks, brief rest stop. MEETING POINTS WILL VARY, based on the various Start/Finish points of the morning hike somewhere in the Wissahickon. Return by 5:00pm. Distance will be determined by sunset time. Please bring LIGHTS. Details posted each week. Every Sun during winter hike season, weather permitting, w/possible exception Valentine's Day weekend. Keep moving through winter - maintain base fitness for spring cycling in March. Cue sheets will be available. The on-line route map is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41808206.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862

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Levels D: 10.5mph, 23 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 10:00 am. D ride, 10.5 mph March 6 to Conshy. Let's try new coffee place: Perks on corner of Fayette and 1st st. Usual way: SRT, Umbria or not, back through cemetery. Pre register. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leaders: Diana Dooley, , 215 680 2322 and Steve Perkiss, , 215-852-9093 

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Level D: 10.5mph, 25 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 10:00 am. Let's shake things up a bit this week, and head to the town where all the streets are named after prestigous colleges. Our destination in Swarthmore will be a casual cafe called Hobbs that has good coffee and food. I'm stilll working out the route but0ur ETA back home is 1 PM or so. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: James McElwain, , 215-990-9745

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Level D: 10mph, 20 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 10:00 am. Another recommendation for visiting a new bakery. This time from Marvin Weinberger: https://www.sweetsondarby.com/. Let's go. Out Karakung Drive to the Busway and Darby Rd. Return via West Chester Pike and the protected bike lane on Chestnut Street. If KYW is reporting rain outside their studio one hour prior to start, ride cancels Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Tim Carey, , 267-414-9037

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Level C-: 11mph, 25 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 9:30 am. We will go up Merion Square Rd to Youngs ford Rd and stop at the Homeroom Cafe for a snack, then down Rose Glen Rd and up Mill Creek Rd , McClenaghan Mill Rd and homeward by Righters Mill Rd. Please note 9:30 time! Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Paul di Francesco, , 215 459 3174

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Level B-/C+: 13-14mph, 45 miles. Meet at Laurel Beech Park. The ride leaves at 9:20 am. For March 10: Pretty meander from Laurel Beech Park in Wyndmoor/Springfield Township to Valley Forge/Devon via the flat SRT. Coffee/lunch stop in Devon at the Barnes & Noble Cafe at the half-way point. Return from Devon via the new (and flat) Chester Valley Trail Extension back to Bridgeport and Norristown. SRT to Plymouth Meeting > Flourtown > Wyndmoor. Total elevation gain 1901 ft - 42 ft climbing/mile. START/FINISH: Laurel Beech Park is on East Mermaid Lane between Cheltenham Ave and Robertson's Florist & Nursery. There's a porta-potty in the gravel parking lot. CO-LEADER(S) WELCOME: If you would like to lead a group at an alternative pace, THANK YOU! Please contact LMc to have your name and pace added to the listing. GENERIC DESCRIPTION: Enjoy scenic adventures by bike on most Fridays, throughout the year. Explore pretty, peaceful roads in suburban counties -- Montgomery, Bucks, Chester, etc. Starting points will vary, so that we can cycle through different regions. Please check daily calendar for details of each Friday's route -- terrain, mileage, rest stops, etc. Cue sheets and on-line route map provided for each ride. If weather conditions are not conducive to cycling, this ride may be replaced by a hike/walk. As long as we are enjoying outdoor exercise, and Mother Nature, in the company of friends, we'll have a memorable outing. Cue sheets will be available. The on-line route map is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42175763.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862

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Level D: 10mph, 16 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 10:00 am. Easy Peezy Ride to the Papper Trail Bike Coffee Shop in Rittenhouse Town, Wisahicon Park. Out MLK Dr, Wisahicon Bike trail. Return Kelly Dr Bike trail. If KYW is reporting rain outside their studio one hour prior to start, ride cancels. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Tim Carey, , 267-414-9037

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Levels B: 15mph, 48 miles. Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 10:00 am. Various friendly rides per DAILY RIDE CALENDAR departing FROM THE PARKING ATTENDANT BOOTH at specified time and ranging 35-80 miles. We will regroup as needed, but riders are expected to ride group pace. Bring food or money for snack along the way - Gryphon Cafe coffee stop. As well as a spare tube, tire irons and multi-iron Ride may be cancelled up to 1 hour prior to departure time. Pre-registration preferred. Cue sheets will not be available. The on-line route map is Surburbia house tour.
Leaders: Simon Knight, , 215-219-9555 and Joseph Pless, , 610-937-9010 

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Level D: 10mph, 25 miles. Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 10:00 am. Going Bikepacking this biking season? Let's make a run to REI in Plymouth Meeting, Ridge Pike and Butler Pike. We will cycle out River Rd to Spring Mill road and with a coffee stop at Panera Bread in the Whitemarch Shopping Center. Bring panniers and buggy cords to carry all the camping gear you are going to purchase. If KYW is reporting rain outside their studio one hour prior to start, ride cancels. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Tim Carey, , 267-414-9037

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Level B: 14mph, 51 miles. Meet at Washington Crossing parking lot on New Jersey side. The ride leaves at 9:15 am. Grind the gravel all the way to Princeton on the Delaware & Raritan Canal Towpaths. Coffee stop at D'Angelo Italian Market before returning back on Raritan Canal Towpath through Mercer Meadows on the LHT. Route is 60% unpaved. Bring your 29er, CX, Gravel or equip your road bike with wider tires as we mashup rides across various asphalt, gravel and sometimes dirt terrains. Expect a good challenge as we grind gravel trails and hit a few climbs with great company for no other purpose than to have fun and put in a few unpaved miles. The on-line route map is PrincetonGRIT51.
Leader: Daniel Operacz, , 267-265-9358

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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 through Fairmount Park and beyond for any age, new to biking, or returning to biking after a winter layoff. Please wear helmet (required by the club.) Bring extra tube and tools to fix a flat, water, proper dress for the weather, $ for mid-ride snack stop, and good humor. We might tackle a hill or two to help with physical fitness, but we will gather at the top of hills to catch our breathes. REMEMBER DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME START TODAY. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: George L. Yarnell, , 610-626-3338

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Level C: 12mph Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 12:15 pm. A true C ride, which cheerfully waits to regroup. Usually 25-35 miles with a lunch or snack stop. Meet at the Italian Fountain, near the parking garage sign. We do not go on the Sunday of the Scenic Schuylkill Century (September 11, 2022).
Leader: Tom Witt, , 215-665-5578

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Level B-/C+: 13-14mph, 40 miles. Meet at McCausland Middle School parking lot of Springside Chestnut Hill Academy. The ride leaves at 1:45 pm. For March 12: Pretty meander from Springside Chestnut Hill Academy to Audubon, via the flat Schuylkill River Trail. Brief rest stop at the Audubon Wawa at the mid-way point. In addition to the SRT, we'll cycle on pretty and peaceful streets in Chestnut Hill, Erdenheim, LaFayette Hill, Audubon, and West Norriton. Total elevation gain 1856 ft, with no severe climbs. START/FINISH in the middle school parking lot at 8000 Cherokee Street, Philadelphia 19118. This ride will leave after the post-hike party (marking the season finale for the winter hikes). Plan to return by ~5:40pm. SUNSET on 3/12 is 7:04pm, thanks to Daylight Savings Time. Spring is almost here! Cue sheets will be available. The on-line route map is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42111401.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862

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Levels D: 10mph, 38 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 9:00 am. The Chester Valley Trail Extension will officially open today with a ribbon cutting ceremony, 11 am at the eastern terminus of the Chester Valley Trail. The Chester Valley Trail Extension connects the Chester Valley Trail to the Schuylkill River Trail in Norristown. Let's assist in cutting the ribbon. For those who want to join us at Tricycles Bike and Cafe at the Spring Mill SEPTA train station, be there by 9:50 am. That will be our coffee stop for those coming up from Philadelphia. There now is a continuous bike trail from the Philadelphia Museum of Art to Exton, PA. If KYW is reporting rain outside their studio one hour prior to start, ride cancels. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leaders: Steve Perkiss, , 215-852-9093 and Tim Carey, , 267-414-9037 

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Level D: 10mph, 22 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 10:00 am. Let's get back on the bicycle after a day off. We will take the standard route out to Narberth for coffee at Great Expectations Together. 👍 Return via Bryn Mawr Ave and Rockhill Rd. If KYW is reporting rain outside their studio one hour prior to start, ride cancels. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Tim Carey, , 267-414-9037

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Level D: 10mph, 25 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 10:00 am. We will take W Sedgley Ave to Eire Ave to Adams Ave to the farely new bike path leading to Armingo Ave following the Lower Tookany Creek, Frankford Creek bike way to the Delaware Ave bike path into Port Richmond. Coffee at ReAnimator Coffee. From there to Penn Treaty Park but first exploring the new gigantic housing development by Toll Brothers at North Bank! Finally south on the new Delaware River bike and pedestrian path to Washington Avenue's newly striped bike lane across town! If KYW is reporting rain outside their studio one hour prior to start, ride cancels. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Tim Carey, , 267-414-9037

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Level C-: 11mph, 26 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 9:30 am. Ok, here's the one we didn't do last week(!) We will go up Merion Square Rd to Youngs ford Rd, stop at The Homeroom Cafe and down Rose Glen Rd, and up Mill Creek Rd , McClenaghan Mill Rd and homeward by Righters Mill Rd Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Paul di Francesco, , 215 459 3174

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Level D: 10.5mph, 19 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 10:00 am. Since the forecast was for nasty weather on Tuesday, we've switched the ride to Thursday. If the weather is pleasant our destination will be Le Petit Mitron in Narberth, and you can enjoy your coffee and croissant in the bike park across the street. Not so nice: we'll go to the GET Cafe. and stay indoors. Let's go up Bryn Mawr Avenue to Highland Ave. as last week, but this time we'll avoid the tunnel and stairs under the tracks, On the way back, when we get to Conshohocken State Rd, we'll take St. Asaphs to Presidential and then the delightful and smoothe half mile down hill on Neil Drive that feeds into the MLK for our 4 mile glide back home. Should be a good warm up for the SPD Leprachaun ride on Friday! Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: James McElwain, , 215-990-9745

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Levels C+: 13mph, C: 12mph, 20 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 3:00 pm. Thursday Winter hills. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leaders: Tom Witt, , 215-665-5578 and Chuck Martin, , 215-833-7953 

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Level D: 10mph, 85 or less miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 8:00 am. This maybe long to cycle to the start of the Annual Leprechaun Ride that meets 11 am at the Reynolds Dog Park, Longford Rd, Oaks, PA! We can shorten the distance by catching the train back from Norristown, 85 vs 65 miles. Long on the distance, easy on the pace. This is on the Schuylkill River Trail to the dog park with a coffee brake at Tricycles. See below for info on the Annual Leprechaun Ride. Of course this can be a remote start for those who don't want to go the distance. If KYW is reporting rain outside their studio one hour prior to start, ride cancels. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Tim Carey, , 267-414-9037

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Level B-/C+: 13-14mph, 45 miles. Meet at Valley Forge National Park - Betzwood Picnic Area (by bathrooms). The ride leaves at 9:30 am. For March 17, St. Patrick's Day - the Friday Frolic Shamrock ride will connect with Steve Trobovic's Leprechaun Ride in Birchrunville, Chester County. 5-Star route by Charlie B! Outbound via Ludwig's Corner, and return from the Butterscotch Pastry Shop in Birchrunville via Kimberton and Phoenixville. Total climbing 2515 ft. with most climbing in the middle portion. The last 15 miles are mostly flat. Route includes a covered bridge over the French Creek. GENERIC DESCRIPTION: Scenic adventures by bike on most Fridays, throughout the year. Pretty, peaceful roads in suburban counties -- Montgomery, Bucks, Chester, etc. Starting points will vary, so that we can cycle through different regions. Please check daily calendar for details of each Friday's route -- terrain, mileage, rest stops, etc. Cue sheets and on-line route map provided for each ride. If weather conditions are not conducive to cycling, this ride may be replaced by a hike/walk. As long as we are enjoying outdoor exercise, and Mother Nature, in the company of friends, we'll have a memorable outing. Cue sheets will be available. The on-line route map is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42235814.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862

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Levels C-: 10.5-11mph, 21/31 miles. Meet at Reynolds Dog Park, Longford Rd, Oaks, PA. The ride leaves at 11:00 am. We ride through three covered bridges over scenic French Creek to historic Birchrunville for a mid ride rest stop at the Butterscotch Bakery. Route continues to Chester Springs then through Kimberton and back to Phoenixville for an optional coffee. stop. to download the route go to ridewithgps.com and search for: LEPRECHAUN 2023 No one dropped. Route may be shortened to 21 miles if the Leprechaun gets nasty with the weather. (We may do a hike along the Schuylkill River at the Oaks Reach, if it snows or roads are bad). Bring money, snacks and water. PLEASE NOTE: consult ride calendar before leaving for the ride as starting location may be changed Leader: Steve Trobovic, 610-710-1810, Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Ginnie Zipf, , 610-529-3214

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Level D: 10mph, 35 miles. Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 9:00 am. I want to cycle down the Tacony Creek Park Trail again. We will cycle out to Glenside via the Cresheim Valley Dr. Then follow the old Reading Line to the Sumatra Café in Wyncote for coffee break. Then to Elkins Park to discover how hilly Ashbourne Rd is so we can connect with New 2nd St Pike and Tookany Creek Parkway back into the city at Cheltenham Ave and finding the entrance to the Tacony Creek Bike Path we roaded two weeks ago! This will be a fascinating ride! If KYW is reporting rain outside their studio one hour prior to start, ride cancels. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Tim Carey, , 267-414-9037

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Level C+: 12.5mph, 45 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 9:30 am. 45 miles with about 2300 feet of climbing. We will regroup at the top of hills. Riders are expected to maintain the pace of the group. Bring your own tools and tubes in case you get a flat. Bring a snack or money for our stop at Ambler pizza box.. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Delora Winslow, , 215-796-8917

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Level B-/C+: 13-14mph, 51 miles. Meet at Prophesy Creek Park. The ride leaves at 9:30 am. Pretty meander through Montgomery County and part of Bucks County, to stop for lunch in Dublin. Outbound via Gwynedd, Colmar, and Chalfont. Porta-potty stop if needed at Mile 18. Lunch at Mile 26 in Dublin - coffee & snack or lunch at the Dam Good Cafe. If riders prefer, there are other food options nearby, e.g., pizzeria, doughnut/pastry shop. On the return, there's a Wawa at Mile 33, if riders need a water or bathroom break. Return via Hatfield and Lansdale. Most of the terrain is rolling. Most of the climbing is in the middle portion, but no severe climbs. Total elevation gain is 2277 ft, averaging 44 ft/mile. CO-LEADER(S) WELCOME: If you would like to lead this ride at an alternative pace, THANK YOU! Please contact LMc to have your name and pace group added. START/FINISH at Prophesy Creek Park is at Skippack Pike/PA-73 at Narcissa Rd. There is a porta-potty in the parking lot. The on-line route map is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42076684.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862

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Level B-: 14-15mph, 35-80 miles. Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 10:00 am. Various friendly rides per DAILY RIDE CALENDAR departing FROM THE PARKING ATTENDANT BOOTH at specified time and ranging 35-80 miles. We will regroup as needed, but riders are expected to ride group pace. Bring food or money for snack along the way, as well as a spare tube, tire irons and multi-tool. Check daily listing for route information. Ride may be cancelled up to 1 hour prior to departure time. Pre-registration preferred. Cue sheets will not be available. The on-line route map is Malvern Buttery The New Way.
Leader: Joseph Pless, , 610-937-9010

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Level B: 13mph, 46 miles. Meet at Reynolds Dog Park, Longford Rd, Oaks, PA. The ride leaves at 9:15 am. Hillier ride to Ludwig's Corner. Route is 35% unpaved with a short section of single track. Market rest-stop at mile 23. Bring your 29er, CX, or Gravel as we mashup rides across various asphalt, gravel and sometimes dirt terrains. Expect a good challenge as we grind gravel trails and hit a few climbs with great company for no other purpose than to have fun and put in a few unpaved miles. The on-line route map is Ludwigs46GRIT.
Leader: Daniel Operacz, , 267-265-9358

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Level D: 10mph, 450 miles. Meet at 30th Street Station. The ride leaves at 11:00 am. Overnight train to Miami with your bikepacking equipment for a 10 day Cycle Tour Bikepacking trip to Key West, FL and back via Fort Meyers. Sunday, March 19th thru April 1st , 2023. Homestead,Key Largo, Marathon, Long Pine Key, Key West, Fort Meyers, Bella, South Bay, Boca Raton, West Palm Beach. Overnight train home. Please contact leader , Tim Carey, 267-414-9037 for exact information. Need to book train tickets for yourself and bicycle. Four slots. Estimated costs $1,000. Campsites, food, train and Key West Express boat from Key West to Ft Myers. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Tim Carey, , 267-414-9037

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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 any age through Fairmount Park and beyond. Please wear Helmet (required by the Club). Bring water, extra tube and tools to repair a flat, proper dress for the weather, and $ for mid ride snack stop. We may have a hill or two, but we will regroup to catch our breath at the top of the hill. There might be a short session of learning an essential biking skill.
Leader: P. Ann Akif, , 215-605-2715

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Level C: 12mph Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 12:15 pm. A true C ride, which cheerfully waits to regroup. Usually 25-35 miles with a lunch or snack stop. Meet at the Italian Fountain, near the parking garage sign. We do not go on the Sunday of the Scenic Schuylkill Century (September 11, 2022).
Leader: Tom Witt, , 215-665-5578

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Levels D: 10.5mph, 25 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 10:00 am. D ride, 10.5 mph to 4th St. Deli/Shack in the Back, Monday @ 10:00 at Cosmic. March 20th. Our usual, , SRT, Umbria, up to Conshy, back SRT through cemetery and home. Pre-register. Leaders: Diana Dooley and Steve Perkiss. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leaders: Diana Dooley, , 215 680 2322 and Steve Perkiss, , 215-852-9093 

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Level D: 10.5mph, 19 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 10:00 am. If the weather is pleasant our destination will be Le Petit Mitron in Narberth, and you can enjoy your coffee and croissant in the bike park across the street. Not so nice: we'll go to the GET Cafe. and stay indoors. Let's go up Bryn Mawr Avenue to Highland Ave. On the way back, when we get to Conshohocken State Rd, we'll take St. Asaphs to Presidential and then the delightful and smoothe half mile down hill on Neil Drive that feeds into the MLK for our 4 mile glide back home. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: James McElwain, , 215-990-9745

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Level D: 8mph Meet at Philadelphia Community College—18th & Callowhill, CBI Building C3-20. The ride leaves at 6:30 pm. Ride with GPS has available a virtual training session that will last about an hour. You will have a chance to learn how to find and follow Routes with Ride with GPS on BCP rides and special events. Please go to CCP Room 3-20,, CBI Building, 18th & Callowhill Streets. Alex Gay from Ride with GPS will breakdown how to use Ride with GPS for about 45 minutes, then 15 minutes of questions. After he finishes, we will practice using our own equipment for another hour. Please be prepared by having a smart phone set up with the Ride with GPS App and the basic free version of Ride with GPS. Next week will be a meeting for Ride Leaders. There is parking at the Community College Parking Lot, which is between 18 & 17 streets and between Callohill and SpringGarden. Parking is about $4-5 dollars, however, the club will reimburse parking expenses.
Leader: George L. Yarnell, , 610-626-3338

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Level D: 10-11mph, 42 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 10:00 am. Head out SRT to Norristown and take the new connector to the Chester Valley Trail. We can have a snack or lunch at Wegman's and/or use our 20% off coupon at REI then head back home. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Ginnie Zipf, , 610-529-3214

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Level C-: 11mph, 25 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 9:30 am. We will go up Merion Square Rd to Youngs ford Rd and down Rose Glen Rd to Mill Creek Rd , up to Conshohocken State Rd and homeward via Rock Hill Rd. Please start time of 9:30 AM! Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Paul di Francesco, , 215 459 3174

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Levels C+: 13mph, C: 12mph, 20 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 3:00 pm. Thursday Winter hills. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leaders: Tom Witt, , 215-665-5578 and Chuck Martin, , 215-833-7953 

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Level B-/C+: 13-14mph, 44 miles. Meet at Upper Dublin High School. The ride leaves at 9:30 am. Pretty loop from UDHS in Fort Washington to Valley Forge National Park to the Cabin Cafe behind Washington Memorial Chapel in Valley Forge. Outbound via Gwyedd, Worcester, West Norriton, and the Schuylkill River Trail to Sullivan's Bridge. After coffee/snack/lunch at the Cabin Cafe, we return via SRT and Norristown Farm Park. Brief porta-potty or bathroom breaks both before and after the lunch stop. Total elevation 2100 ft, with most of the rolling hills in the first half. No extreme climbing. CO-LEADERS WELCOME: If you would like to lead this ride at an alternative pace, THANK YOU! Please contact LMc to have your name and pace added to this ride listing. Cue sheets will be available. The on-line route map is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41793137.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862

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Level B: 15mph, 100 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 8:00 am. Trying to do a Century Per month (I failed in scheduling in Feb)...route goes to New Hope for Coffee at C'est La Vie the popular cycling coffee shop in New Hope. Then off to Doylestown for some Jules Thin Crust, followed by routes familiar to many to Ambler-Manayunk-back to the Art Museum for the final sprint up MLK. Leaves from the Italian Fountain @ 8am. Cue sheets will not be available. The on-line route map is BCP Century Series #3.
Leader: Michael  Fox, , 215-605-1783

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Level D: 9-12mph, 25-45 miles. Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 9:30 am. OWLS (Older, Wiser, Longer, Slower) paced ride through Fairmount Park and beyond. Please wear helmet (required by the club.). Bring extra tube and tools to fix a flat, water, proper dress for weather conditions, $ for mid-ride lunch stop. The route is listed for D speed, but the length and elevations will be harder than typical D ride. We will gather to catch our breaths at the top of hills.
Leader: George L. Yarnell, , 610-626-3338

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Level B: 14-15mph, 35-80 miles. Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 10:00 am. Various friendly rides per DAILY RIDE CALENDAR departing FROM THE PARKING ATTENDANT BOOTH at specified time and ranging 35-80 miles. We will regroup as needed, but riders are expected to ride group pace. Bring food or money for snack along the way, as well as a spare tube, tire irons and multi-tool. Check daily listing for route information. Ride may be cancelled up to 1 hour prior to departure time. Pre-registration preferred. Cue sheets will not be available. The on-line route map is Valley Forge Metric Century.
Leader: Joseph Pless, , 610-937-9010

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Level C-: 9.5-11mph, 25 miles. Meet at Village Park Cranbury NJ. The ride leaves at 10:00 am. Easy paced ride averaging around 10MPH. Group stays together. See the cenotaph for Elsie the Cow, a tree growing thru a house's deck, and a monument to Orson Welles' broadcast. Dining around mile 18. Please bring a mask. Cue sheets will not be available. The on-line route map is Ben Cranbury #36 Elsie Orson och ett träd genom ett däck 24.7 miles..
Leader: Ben Blum, , 848.667.5020

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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 through Fairmount Park and beyond. Please wear helmet (required by the club.). Bring extra tube and tools to fix a flat, water, proper dress for weather conditions, $ for mid-ride lunch stop. There might be a hill or two to help with physical conditioning and possibly a short session reviewing an essential biking skill. We will gather together to catch our breaths at the top of hills.
Leader: George L. Yarnell, , 610-626-3338

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Level C: 12mph Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 12:15 pm. A true C ride, which cheerfully waits to regroup. Usually 25-35 miles with a lunch or snack stop. Meet at the Italian Fountain, near the parking garage sign. We do not go on the Sunday of the Scenic Schuylkill Century (September 11, 2022).
Leader: Tom Witt, , 215-665-5578

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Levels D: 10-11mph, 26 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 10:00 am. You know the drill. Join us- a pleasant ride, nice people, a good workout! Cue sheets will not be available.
Leaders: Steve Perkiss, , 215-852-9093 and Diana Dooley, , 215 680 2322 

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Level D: 10.5mph, 22 miles. Meet at Foot of Ben Franklin Bridge. The ride leaves at 10:00 am. Nice ride to Haddonfield along the Cooper River. Stop there for coffee and a snack. We will meet on North side of the Ben Franklin entrance since the usual start on the South side is closed for repairs. Please note that when we arrive on the Jersey side we will need to take 39 steps down with 2 landings along the way, There is a metal trough so you can roll your bike. I or others will be glad to assist with your bike if needed. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: James McElwain, , 215-990-9745

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Level D: 8mph Meet at Community Collede of Philadelphia, CBI Building, Rm C3-20, 18th and Callowhill, Philadelphia. The ride leaves at 6:30 pm. This vitural session with Alex Gay from Ride with GPS Is for Ride Leaders Only. Ride Leaders can contact George by email to let me know if you need to be added to the Route Managers List. We will learn about the new features and practical lessons in preparing a route and then publishing the route. We will have about 45 minutes of instructions and then 15 minutes of questions. After the demonstrations, we will be able to practice preparing a route on the computers at the college or bring your own laptop. There is parking at the Community College Parking Lot, which is between 18 & 17 streets and between Callohill and SpringGarden. Parking is about $4-5 dollars, however, the club will reimburse parking expenses. Any questions email .
Leader: George L. Yarnell, , 610-626-3338

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Level D: 10-11mph, 20-25 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 10:00 am. We will go out through the Main Line with a few hills but will regroup as needed. Enjoy a a snack and good company at the Farmer's market then head back to the city. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Ginnie Zipf, , 610-529-3214

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Level C-: 11mph, 25 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 9:30 am. We’ll go out Hagys Ford Rd, then Fairview to Consho State Rd to Mill Creek and down (optionally to Flat Rock Park) Then up Rose Glen Rd to Youngsford Rd and to our lunch/coffee spot at Homeroom Cafe across from The Gladwynne Market. Then continuing down to Merion Square Rd to Old Gulph homeward. Please note 9:30 start!! Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Paul di Francesco, , 215 459 3174

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Levels C+: 13mph, C: 12mph, 20 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 3:00 pm. Thursday Winter into Spring hills. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leaders: Tom Witt, , 215-665-5578 and Chuck Martin, , 215-833-7953 

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Level B-/C+: 13-14mph, 49 miles. Meet at Upper Dublin High School. The ride leaves at 9:30 am. For 3/31 - pretty roads in outer Montgomery County. Outbound to Harleysville via North Wales, Lansdale and Hatfield. Lunch at Hennings at the midway point. Return via Skippack, Centre Square, and Blue Bell. Total climbing 2236 ft, just under 45 ft/mile. GENERIC DESCRIPTION: Enjoy scenic adventures by bike on most Fridays, throughout the year. Explore pretty, peaceful roads in suburban counties -- Montgomery, Bucks, Chester, etc. Starting points will vary, so that we can cycle through different regions. Please check daily calendar for details of each Friday's route -- terrain, mileage, rest stops, etc. Cue sheets and on-line route map provided for each ride. If weather conditions are not conducive to cycling, this ride may be replaced by a hike/walk. As long as we are enjoying outdoor exercise, and Mother Nature, in the company of friends, we'll have a memorable outing. Cue sheets will be available. The on-line route map is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/11701741.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862

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Level D: 8mph, 4 miles. Meet at Philadelphia Marriott Downtown Guest Entrance 1200 Filbert St (not Market St entrance). The ride leaves at 3:00 pm. Gather at 2:45pm with Rolloff at 3pm via 13th St to Mayoral Candidates Better Mobility Forum at Temple University Student Center South 1755 N 13th St. Forum commences 4pm. Return after Forum via 12th St to Philadelphia Marriott Downtown. Helmets required. Bring locks. Indego Bike Rentals on sites. Approx 2 miles each way.
Leader: Sid Ozer, , 215-849-1989

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