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Standard Listing Calendar | Grouped List
February 2024
- February 19:00AM
Thu February 1, 2024 - Thursday Morning Hill Ride
Level C-: 11mph, 25 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 9:00 am. A recurring ride in the general Penn Valley Area - ie the Hills! Destinations and length of rides open to rider input. PLEASE NOTE NEW 9AM START TIME!! Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Paul di Francesco, , 215 459 3174 - February 210:00AM
Fri February 2, 2024 - Paper Trail Bike Coffee Shop - Rittenhouse Town, Wisahicon Park
Level D: 9mph, 17 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 10:00 am. Martin Luther King Dr out to the Papper Trail Bike Coffee Shop and Kelly Dr return. Eazy Pezy. If KYW is reporting rain outside their studio one hour prior to start it, ride cancels. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Tim Carey, , 267-414-9037 - February 21:00PM
Fri February 2, 2024 - Friday afternoon Spin-off at 1 pm
Levels C: 12mph, 25 miles. Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 1:00 pm. Ad hoc C Spin-off, probably to Ardmore. C ride cheerfully waits to regroup. Some climbing required.
Leaders: Jim Kahn, , 215-771-4487 and Tom Witt, , 215-665-5578 - February 22:00PM
Fri February 2, 2024 - Friday Afternoon Frolic w/Linda. Conshohocken to Phoenixville for Coffee
Level B-/C+: 13-14mph, 30-35 miles. Meet at Jacobs Engineering Parking Lot. The ride leaves at 2:00 pm. For Feb. 2 - Leader has to work in the morming, so this will be a quick and easy out & back ride on the flat SRT (or SRT > CVT) for coffee/snack at half-way point. GENERIC DESCRIPTION: Enjoy scenic adventures by bike on most Fridays, throughout the year. Explore pretty, peaceful roads in suburban counties -- Montgomery, Bucks, Chester, etc. Starting points will vary, so that we can cycle through different regions. Please check daily calendar for details of each Friday's route -- terrain, mileage, rest stops, etc. Cue sheets and on-line route map provided for each ride. If weather conditions are not conducive to cycling, this ride may be replaced by a hike/walk, or snow activity. As long as we are enjoying outdoor exercise, and Mother Nature, in the company of friends, we'll have a memorable outing. Cue sheets will be available.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862 - February 39:00AM
Sat February 3, 2024 - Havertown - Nudy's Cafe
Level D: 9mph, 25 miles. Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 9:00 am. It is going to be a little chilly so we won't go too far. There is a new Nudy's Cafe in Havertown, let's try it out. Let's cycle to there. 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 - February 39:15AM
Sat February 3, 2024 - Toss of the Dice 2.0 - Spring House
Levels B: 15mph, 47 miles. Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 9:15 am. Friendly ride departing FROM THE PARKING ATTENDANT BOOTH at 9:15am. 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 Spring House February 2024.
Leaders: Simon Knight, , 215-219-9555 and Matthew Bidwell, , 215-300-8880 - February 39:30AM
Sat February 3, 2024 - UPDATED ROUTE for Wentz Run Park to Dublin, Bucks County for Lunch/Coffee - CO-LEADER(S) WELCOME Option to add a few miles to visit Buclks County Biscotti on Creamery Rd
Level B-/C+: 13-14mph, 45.8 miles. Meet at Wentz Run Park, Wentz Rd & Anvil Lane . The ride leaves at 9:30 am. ROUTE UPDATED, as of Friday evening: We found a quieter road on the return, which avoids busy Hilltown Pike. We tweaked the route, in case riders may need a bathroom stop befor or after the lunch stop in Dublin. At mile 18.6, we can stop at Tabora Farm Orchard, if the portapotties are needed. Lunch in Dublin is at Mile 22. On the return, if riders need a quick stop to refill their bottles or to use the restrooms, there is a Wawa at Mile 30. Also on the return, if riders are yearning for Bucks County Biscotti, we can take a small detour onto Creamery Rd for the biscotti. [Pretty loop through Montgomery and Bucks Counties, stopping at the Dam Good Cafe for lunch/coffee in the quaint town of Dublin at the half=way point. If riders would prefer a shorter lunch stop, we can stop at the nearby Wawa or Weis Market food court, instead. Total elevation gain is 1856 ft, with most of the climbing in the middle of the route, and no extreme climbs. Outbound via Gwynedd, return via North Wales. Pretty Bucks County farm country in the middle.] CO-LEADER(S) WELCOME to lead this ride at an alternative pace, so that we can have riders in more than one group. The on-line route map is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45497346.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862- 1
- February 39:30AM
Sat February 3, 2024 - It Is What It Is - New Old North Wales - 39 miles
Level B-: 14mph Meet at Cynwyd Heritage Trail Head Parking Lot. The ride leaves at 9:30 am. Various friendly rides departing FROM THE CYNWYD HERITAGE TRAIL HEAD PARKING LOT (TRAIN STATION - Bala Cynwyd) at specified time and ranging 30 - 65 miles (Off Season) 40 – 85 miles (In Season) with occasional century rides. We will regroup as needed, but riders are expected to ride group pace. Bring food or money for snack along the way, as well as a spare tube, tire irons and multi-tool. CHECK DAILY RIDE LISTING for latest route information, details, etc. Ride may be cancelled up to 1 hour prior to departure time. Cue sheets will not be available. The on-line route map is Bala - New Old North Wales.
Leader: Joseph Pless, , 610-937-9010 - February 412:00PM
Sun February 4, 2024 - 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. Causal paced ride for new or returning to biking after a layoff riders. Please wear helmet(required by the club.) Please bring extra tube and tools to fix a flat, water, proper dress for cold weather(warm gloves, layers of clothing, warm hat to cover the ears, chapstick, and $ for mid-ride snack stop. We might have a hill or two to help get us warm and for physical conditioning. The ride might be shorter if it really cold, but wrong clothes will not make riding in cold enjoyable.
Leader: George L. Yarnell, , 610-626-3338 - February 412:15PM
Sun February 4, 2024 - Sunny Sunday C Spin-Off
Levels C: 12mph Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, 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. Some climbing required.
Leaders: Tom Witt, , 215-665-5578 and Jim Kahn, , 215-771-4487 - February 41:00PM
Sun February 4, 2024 - Sunday Afternoon (Post-Hike) Winter Ramble Ride - Chestnut Hill to Audubon/Trooper for Coffee
Level B-/C+: 13-14mph, 38 miles. Meet at Trailhead parking lot at West Chestnut Hill Ave and Seminole St. The ride leaves at 1:00 pm. FEB 4: Chestnut Hill to Audubon/Trooper for Coffee. Weave through Chestnut Hill, Wyndmoor, and Flourtown, to access the flat Schuylkill River Trail via Joshua Rd. (The intersection of Church Rd & Ridge Pike is closed to traffic, currently, due to road work.) SRT outbound to Audubon/Trooper, for coffee at either Wawa, or Panera, if riders prefer to sit down inside for a little bit. Return to Chestnut Hill via SRT > Plymouth Meeting > Flourtown. Meeting Point: Trailhead parking lot at 8799 Seminole St (at West Chestnut Hill AVe). 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. If weather not bike-friendly, ride may be replaced by snow activity. 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/45505916.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862 - February 510:00AM
Mon February 5, 2024 - Monday D Ride to Conshy, Feb. 5th
Level D: 10.5mph, 24 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 -11mph to Nudy’s Cafe on Fayette and 2nd sts. Mon Feb 5th @ 10:00. Familiar route out SRT, Umbria, up Fayette for a burp to 2nd st. Nudy’s on Monday should not be too crowded. Eat as little or as much as you want, as long as you don’t have to take a “food nap” in the cemetery on way back.(You might not make it out.) Leader: Diana D. Pls pre-register. 215-680-2322. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Diana Dooley, , 215 680 2322- 3
- February 610:00AM
Tue February 6, 2024 - Tuesday Ride to Ardmore
Level C- through D: 10.5mph, 24 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 10:00 am. Level C- through D: head out to the Farmer’s Market, and we’ll enjoy our snack in the inside AC seating. We’ll take Sedgley up to the Park, across the Strawberry Mansion Bridge to Chamounix and then to BMA and Highland. And then wind our way to Ardmore.Coming back we'll take the slightly longer route through Cobbs Creek. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: James McElwain, , 215-990-9745- 2
- February 710:00AM
Wed February 7, 2024 - Allens lane train station
Level D: 10-11mph, 18 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 10:00 am. Ride through the park and Mt. Airy to Highpoint cafe. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Steve Perkiss, , 215-852-9093 - February 76:15PM
Wed February 7, 2024 - Philly Bike Club Zwift Ride (ad-hoc ride)
Level B: 15mph, 25 miles. Meet at Your Trainer. The ride leaves at 6:15 pm. Join us for the Philly Bike Club Zwift division, weekly virtual ride. Routes are usually 20-30 or so miles with 1000-2000 ft climbing. We also join on zoom (not required of course) and chat. Will do this once a week, but can add more days if people want. Keeping us moving till COS Monday's, Bulldog Tuesday's and Hill Ride Thursdays are back in the evenings outside--much better graphics outside. https://www.zwift.com/events/view/4172736 The on-line route map is Weekly Zwift Ride.
Leader: Michael Fox, , 215-605-1783 - February 89:00AM
Thu February 8, 2024 - CANCELLED Thursday Morning Hill Ride
Level C-: 11mph, 25 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 9:00 am. A recurring ride in the general Penn Valley Area - ie the Hills! Destinations and length of rides open to rider input. PLEASE NOTE NEW 9AM START TIME!! Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Paul di Francesco, , 215 459 3174 - February 91:30PM
Fri February 9, 2024 - Friday Afternoon Frolic w/Linda. UDHS to Doylestown for Coffee
Level B-/C+: 13-14mph, 35 miles. Meet at Upper Dublin High School. The ride leaves at 1:30 pm. For Feb. 9: Leader has to work in the morning (last week for this), so this will be a short & easy afternoon ride. Upper Dublin High School to Doylestown fo a quick coffee/snack at Starbucks. Total climbing 1896 ft. GENERIC DESCRIPTION: Enjoy scenic adventures by bike on most Fridays, throughout the year. Explore pretty, peaceful roads in suburban counties -- Montgomery, Bucks, Chester, etc. Starting points will vary, so that we can cycle through different regions. Please check daily calendar for details of each Friday's route -- terrain, mileage, rest stops, etc. Cue sheets and on-line route map provided for each ride. If weather conditions are not conducive to cycling, this ride may be replaced by a hike/walk, or snow activity. As long as we are enjoying outdoor exercise, and Mother Nature, in the company of friends, we'll have a memorable outing. Cue sheets will be available. The on-line route map is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/44943410.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862 - February 109:00AM
Sat February 10, 2024 - Conshohocken to Oaks Twice ~50 miles 14-15 mph (ad-hoc ride)
Level B-: 14mph, 50 miles. Meet at SEPTA Spring Mill Station Parking Lot Off of E. Hector St. in Conshohocken. The ride leaves at 9:00 am. Let's spin out the cobwebs from the past few weeks. Temps look to climb as high as 60F on Saturday. Early start to get the clearest lanes on the SRT. Wheels out from Spring Mill train station lot at 9am, head west on the SRT to Oaks trailhead, back to Spring Mill, rinse and repeat one more time. The goal is 50 miles; riders who want less can stop after the first lap. Elevation? It's the SRT. Cue sheets? It's the SRT. No potty at the start; we will pass at least two potty areas along the route, if needed. Bring hydration, snacks, and a super fun attitude! Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Dina Adams, , 215-287-4935 - February 109:15AM
Sat February 10, 2024 - Toss of the Dice 2.0 Tabora Farms
Level B: 15mph, 72 miles. Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 9:15 am. It looks like it will be warm, so let's take advantage and go to Tabora farms! Friendly ride. We will regroup as needed and stop for snacks, 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 Arobat 2024.
Leader: Matthew Bidwell, , 215-300-8880 - February 109:30AM
Sat February 10, 2024 - Let’s ride! (ad-hoc ride)
Level B-/C+: 13-13.5mph, 50 miles. Meet at Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 9:30 am. Riding to either Springhouse or North Wales. Bring money for a snack. Also bring your tools in case you get a flat. we will wait a maximum of 15 minutes to fix your flats. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Rob Weber, , 610-889-2255 - February 109:30AM
Sat February 10, 2024 - Doylestown Central Park to Ringoes & Sargeantsville - CO-LEADERS(S) WELCOME (ad-hoc ride)
Level B-/C+: 13-14mph, 47 miles. Meet at Central Park in Doylestown - Wells Rd between Turk and Lower State/Court St.. The ride leaves at 9:30 am. Pretty and scenic meander from Bucks County to peaceful Hunterdon County for coffee & lunch. Cycle through New Hope and Lambertville, on our way to Ringoes. [Hooray - the pedestrian path on the New Hope-Lambertville Bridge remains open for cyclists and walkers!] Quick rest break if needed in Lambertville ~Mile 14, or at Ringoes Country Deli at Mile 22. Lunch at Covered Bridge Cafe & Market in Sergeantsville at Mile 27. Return from Sergeantsville toward the river via the winding and picturesque Lower Creek Rd. Recross the river to PA at Bulls Island. Quick rest break available if needed at Bulls Island, or the Lumberville Store on the PA side, at Mile 34. Pass peaceful creeks and green landscapes. START/FINISH at Doylestown Central Park: Main parking lot between the bathrooms and the Kids' Castle. CO-LEADER(S) WELCOME: If you would like to lead this route at an alternative pace, THANK YOU! Please contact LMc to add your name and pace group. The on-line route map is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45181529.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862 - February 109:30AM
Sat February 10, 2024 - CANCELLED Lunch at Tiffin ( Indian food) or in Media? Let's decide when we meet up!
Level C/C-: 12mph, 50 miles. Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 9:30 am. Let's take advantage of this amazing weather and head out to Media for lunch. Not sure you can do the full route, don't forget you can take SEPTA back from Media and keep the ride to 25ish miles. We will ride out via the MLK alternate past Memorial Hall and the Mann, on through Merion and Wynwood, Havertown and onwards...Return is through Chester, Eastwick and a bit of Cobbs Creek. Please make sure you have the route with you in case you feel the need to ride ahead or miss a turn. The on-line route map is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/39011781.
Leader: Daniela Ascarelli, , 215-470-9783 - February 109:30AM
Sat February 10, 2024 - Sunny Saturday in February-- let's ride to NJ
Level C: 12mph, 35 miles. Meet at North Side of the Ben Franklin Bridge on the PA side. The ride leaves at 9:30 am. Decided to aim for the flats of NJ and the opportunity to ride my favorite mass transit in the area-- the River Line! This ride has something for everyone-- gritty city Camden, river views, farm land, pie/lunch and a train ride! For those who don't want to meet on the N. Side of the Ben Franklin on the PA side and have to carry your bike down the stairs, PATCO can get you across the river and you can meet us on the NJ side of the bridge ( North Side) . Want to drive across the bridge? Park near Rutgers Camden as that is where we will end up. Want to ride more? Consider continuing to Trenton and taking SEPTA home, or turning around at Delanco ( approx mile 25) and returning to Camden or taking the Tacony Palmyra bridge back to the PA side. Want to ride a bit less? Our route follows much of the Riverline so you can hop on and get back to Camden with ease. The on-line route map is https://ridewithgps.com/trips/133325053.
Leader: Daniela Ascarelli, , 215-470-9783- 1
- February 109:30AM
Sat February 10, 2024 - It Is What It Is - Media Southerly Circuitous
Level B-: 14mph, 45 miles. Meet at Cynwyd Heritage Trail Head Parking Lot. The ride leaves at 9:30 am. Various friendly rides departing FROM THE CYNWYD HERITAGE TRAIL HEAD PARKING LOT (TRAIN STATION - Bala Cynwyd) at specified time and ranging 30 - 65 miles (Off Season) 40 – 85 miles (In Season) with occasional century rides. We will regroup as needed, but riders are expected to ride group pace. Bring food or money for snack along the way, as well as a spare tube, tire irons and multi-tool. CHECK DAILY RIDE LISTING for latest route information, details, etc. Ride may be cancelled up to 1 hour prior to departure time. Cue sheets will not be available. The on-line route map is Media Southerly Circuitous.
Leader: Joseph Pless, , 610-937-9010 - February 109:45AM
Sat February 10, 2024 - Norristown Brunch Ride Lou's Sandwich Shop
Level C-: 12mph, 35 miles. Meet at Ardmore Farmers Market . The ride leaves at 9:45 am. Saturday morning brunch ride to Norristown. We will ride out from the farmers market to Conshocken, where we will pick up the SRT to our brunch destination, Lou's Sandwich Shop Early portion of ride will feature a few climbs just to keep everyone on their toes. If KYW is reporting rain outside their studio 1 hour prior to our departure the ride will be cancelled or if the temperature at departure is not above 39 degrees once again the ride is cancelled. Please note the start time of 9:45 am Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: William Staten, , 215-668-8206- 5
- February 1112:00PM
Sun February 11, 2024 - 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. Casual ride through Fairmount Park and beyond. There might me a hill or two to help with physical conditioning, but we will catch our breathes at the top of the hills. Please wear helmet(required by the club.). Please bring extra tube and tools to fix a flat, water, proper dress for the weather, $ for mid ride snack stop. At the rest stop they might be a discussion about bike safety.
Leader: George L. Yarnell, , 610-626-3338 - February 1112:15PM
Sun February 11, 2024 - Sunny Sunday C Spin-Off
Levels C: 12mph Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, 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. Some climbing required.
Leaders: Tom Witt, , 215-665-5578 and Jim Kahn, , 215-771-4487 - February 111:30PM
Sun February 11, 2024 - Sunday Afternoon (Post-Hike) Winter Ramble Ride - SPECIAL EDITION Ride from Green Lane
Level B-/C+: 13-14mph, 28 miles. Meet at Green Lane Boat Launch/Day Use Area. The ride leaves at 1:30 pm. Special edition of the Sunday PM Post-Hike Winte Ramble - SCU is leading a hike this morning from Green Lane Reservoir. This afternoon ride will leave from the hike's Start/Finish Point at the Hill Rd Day Use Area/Boat Launch - parking lot next to the water. Pretty route that crosses serene Green Lane Reservoir, and meanders through the quaint towns of East Greenville and Geryville. Total climbing 1739 ft. Cue sheets will be available. The on-line route map is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45554668.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862 - February 1210:00AM
Mon February 12, 2024 - Conshocken- 4th ave. deli
Level 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. Out Umbria/SRT Back through the cemetery Sound familiar? Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Steve Perkiss, , 215-852-9093- 2
- February 1410:00AM
Wed February 14, 2024 - Lacombe, Fishtown (ad-hoc ride)
Level D: 9mph, 18 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 10:00 am. Brisk ride for coffee at the wonderful Lacombe. 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 - February 159:00AM
Thu February 15, 2024 - CANCELLED Thursday Morning Hill Ride
Level C-: 11mph, 25 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 9:00 am. A recurring ride in the general Penn Valley Area - ie the Hills! Destinations and length of rides open to rider input. PLEASE NOTE NEW 9AM START TIME!! Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Paul di Francesco, , 215 459 3174 - February 156:15PM
Thu February 15, 2024 - Weekly BCP Zwift Ride (ad-hoc ride)
Level B: 15mph, 25 miles. Meet at You Trainer. The ride leaves at 6:15 pm. Join us for the Philly Bike Club Zwift division, weekly virtual ride. Routes are usually 20-30 or so miles with 1000-2000 ft climbing. We also join on zoom (not required of course) and chat. Will do this once a week, but can add more days if people want. Keeping us moving till COS Monday's, Bulldog Tuesday's, Flourtown Wednesdays' and Hill Ride Thursdays are back in the evenings outside--much better graphics outside. https://www.zwift.com/events/view/4202269 event link The on-line route map is BCP Zwift.
Leader: Michael Fox, , 215-605-1783 - February 1610:00AM
Fri February 16, 2024 - Germantown
Level D: 9mph, 20 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 10:00 am. There is a concept cafe store Lily of the Valley Cupcakery & Cafe' on Maplewood Mall in Germantown. Let's check it out. 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 - February 161:30PM
Fri February 16, 2024 - Friday Afternoon Frolic w/Linda. UDHS to Doylestown for Coffee
Level B-/C+: 13-14mph, 35 miles. Meet at Upper Dublin High School. The ride leaves at 1:30 pm. For Feb. 16 Leader has to work in the morning (last week for this), so this will be a short & easy afternoon ride. Upper Dublin High School to Doylestown fo a quick coffee/snack at Starbucks. Total climbing 1896 ft. GENERIC DESCRIPTION: Enjoy scenic adventures by bike on most Fridays, throughout the year. Explore pretty, peaceful roads in suburban counties -- Montgomery, Bucks, Chester, etc. Starting points will vary, so that we can cycle through different regions. Please check daily calendar for details of each Friday's route -- terrain, mileage, rest stops, etc. Cue sheets and on-line route map provided for each ride. If weather conditions are not conducive to cycling, this ride may be replaced by a hike/walk, or snow activity. As long as we are enjoying outdoor exercise, and Mother Nature, in the company of friends, we'll have a memorable outing. Cue sheets will be available. The on-line route map is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/44943410.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862 - February 179:00AM
Sat February 17, 2024 - CANCELLED Chestnut Hill - Matines Café
Level D: 9mph, 25 miles. Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 9:00 am. We won't go too far today because of the cold. We will warm up by going up to Chestnut Hill and have a coffee at Matines Café. Limited seating inside but sunny patio outside. Return via Stenten Ave, Northwestern Ave, Andorra Rd, Barrenhill Rd and the SRT at Spring Mill. 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 - February 179:15AM
Sat February 17, 2024 - CANCELLED Toss of the Dice 2.0
Level B: 15mph, 35-80 miles. Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 9:15 am. This week I have stolen Simon's ride to Wake Roasters. We will aim to get there just before them and save them a seat. Check for cancellations beforehand - we may get a snow day instead. 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 Wake Roasters Ambler.
Leader: Matthew Bidwell, , 215-300-8880 - February 179:30AM
Sat February 17, 2024 - CANCELLED Ambler Winter coffee
Level B-: 14mph, 40 miles. Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 9:30 am. A friendly ride to and from Wake Roasters, Ambler. We will regroup as needed, but riders are expected to ride group pace. Bring a spare tube, tire irons and multi-tool. Snow will cancel ride, so check listing before ride to make sure it is still on. The on-line route map is Wake Roasters - Anbler.
Leader: Simon Knight, , 215-219-9555 - February 179:30AM
Sat February 17, 2024 - CANCELLED It Is What It Is
Level B-: 14mph Meet at Cynwyd Heritage Trail Head Parking Lot. The ride leaves at 9:30 am. Various friendly rides departing FROM THE CYNWYD HERITAGE TRAIL HEAD PARKING LOT (TRAIN STATION - Bala Cynwyd) at specified time and ranging 30 - 65 miles (Off Season) 40 – 85 miles (In Season) with occasional century rides. We will regroup as needed, but riders are expected to ride group pace. Bring food or money for snack along the way, as well as a spare tube, tire irons and multi-tool. CHECK DAILY RIDE LISTING for latest route information, details, etc. Ride may be cancelled up to 1 hour prior to departure time. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Joseph Pless, , 610-937-9010 - February 189:15AM
Sun February 18, 2024 - Zwift Ad hoc (ad-hoc ride)
Levels B through D: 8-10mph, 37 miles. Meet at Zwift . The ride leaves at 9:15 am. Join ad hoc Zwift ride. Stay safe and warm indoors while we ride together - prubberbanded - so all stay together. https://www.zwift.com/events/view/4216862 Cue sheets will not be available. The on-line route map is Zwift ad hoc.
Leader: Andrew Miller, , 215-370-0394 - February 1812:00PM
Sun February 18, 2024 - Sunny Sunday Afternoon D Ride (ad-hoc ride)
Level D: 8mph, 15 - 20 miles. Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 12:00 pm. The snow should be gone by noon. Let's meet up and ride somewhere. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Tim Carey, , 267-414-9037 - February 1812:15PM
Sun February 18, 2024 - Sunny Sunday C Spin-Off
Levels C: 12mph Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 12:15 pm. Ride to Narberth today for a snack stop at the Get Cafe, 25 miles roundtrip. A true C ride, which cheerfully waits to regroup. Some climbing required.
Leaders: Tom Witt, , 215-665-5578 and Jim Kahn, , 215-771-4487 - February 181:00PM
Sun February 18, 2024 - Sunday Afternoon (Post-Hike) Winter Ramble Ride - CANCELLED for Feb. 18 only, due to the "Stop, Swap, and Save" Swap Meet & Bike Expo in Westminster, MD
Level B-/C+: 13-14mph, 32-40 miles. Meet at Various Starting Locations - details posted each week. The ride leaves at 1:00 pm. Feb. 18 - Ride CANCELLED for this Sunday, due to a SPECIAL EVENT in Westminster, MD - the 27th annual Stop, Swap, and Save Swap Meet & Bike Expo in Westminster, MD. Please visit stopswapandsave.com for more details. Event hours are 9:00am to 2:00pm. Ride Leader will be at the event promoting the Lewisburg Spring Bike Weekend (May 17-19). The Sunday Afternoon Post-Hike Winter Ramble Ride will resume next week, Feb. 25, weather permitting. 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. If weather not bike-friendly, ride may be replaced by snow activity. Keep moving through winter - maintain base fitness for spring cycling in March. Cue sheets will be available.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862 - February 1910:00AM
Mon February 19, 2024 - Monday D Ride to Conshy on Presidents’ Day
Level D: 10.5mph, 27 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 10:00 am. Presidents’Day D Ride to Feine in Conshy, Feb 19th @ 10:00, 10.5 mph. It’s a holiday. Cold. What do you say? Try it? If my fingers and toes are like wooden blocks, do I cancel, turn around, or let someone else pick up the lead? I guess we’ll see! Umbria, SRT, cemetery. (Does the title of this holiday in 2024 make you anxious? It does me…). Leader: Diana D. 215-680-2322 Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Diana Dooley, , 215 680 2322- 3
- February 2010:00AM
Tue February 20, 2024 - Narberth - G.E.T. (ad-hoc ride)
Level D: 9mph, 21 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 10:00 am. We will cycle to and from Narberth the older way. Coffee at Great Expectations Together. 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- 2
- February 2110:00AM
Wed February 21, 2024 - Philadelphia Navy Yard
Level D: 9mph, 20 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 10:00 am. The Navy was brought in our conversation on the Sunny Sunday Afternoon D Ride. We take a test ride with out the historic commentary which is being researched for a Saturday ride in the future. Coffee at the Urban Outfiters' food emporium. 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 - February 229:00AM
Thu February 22, 2024 - Thursday Morning Hill Ride
Level C-: 11mph, 25 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 9:00 am. A recurring ride in the general Penn Valley Area - ie the Hills! Destinations and length of rides open to rider input. PLEASE NOTE NEW 9AM START TIME!! ANYONE ON THE FENCE? CALL ME AND WE CAN RIDE A BIT LATER TODAY... Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Paul di Francesco, , 215 459 3174 - February 238:00AM
Fri February 23, 2024 - WinTour - Stottsville, Strasburg, Harrisburg - Feb 23-24-25-26
Level D: 10mph, 50-20-50 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 8:00 am. Since the Jan WinTour was canceled because of snow narrowing the roads, it is rescheduled for Feb 23-24-25-26! Stottsville Inn just south of Coatesville, PA via the SRT and the Chester Valley Trail, 50 miles, 1st night. The Red Caboose Motel close to Strasburg, PA via Strasburg Rd, 20 miles, 2nd night, Harrisburg PA, via a Google Maps route, 50 miles, optional 3rd night. Otherwise, the train back to Philly after the third day of cycling. The 4th day will be to the National Civil War Museum in Harrisburg, then the train back to Philly. Weather dependent. Contact leader for more info, Tim Carey, , 267-414-9037. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Tim Carey, , 267-414-9037 - February 231:00PM
Fri February 23, 2024 - Friday Afternoon Frolic w/Linda. UDHS to Doylestown for Coffee
Level B-/C+: 13-14mph, 35 miles. Meet at Upper Dublin High School. The ride leaves at 1:00 pm. For Feb. 23: Weather forecast for Friday calls for clearing/drying in the afternoon, after the rain moves out of the area after 12pm. Upper Dublin High School to Doylestown fo a quick coffee/snack at Starbucks. Total climbing 1896 ft. GENERIC DESCRIPTION: Enjoy scenic adventures by bike on most Fridays, throughout the year. Explore pretty, peaceful roads in suburban counties -- Montgomery, Bucks, Chester, etc. Starting points will vary, so that we can cycle through different regions. Please check daily calendar for details of each Friday's route -- terrain, mileage, rest stops, etc. Cue sheets and on-line route map provided for each ride. If weather conditions are not conducive to cycling, this ride may be replaced by a hike/walk, or snow activity. As long as we are enjoying outdoor exercise, and Mother Nature, in the company of friends, we'll have a memorable outing. Cue sheets will be available. The on-line route map is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/44943410.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862 - February 249:15AM
Sat February 24, 2024 - Toss of the Dice 2.0
Level B: 15mph, 43 miles. Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 9:15 am. Friendly ride out to Media for pastries 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 Media Ver. 2.
Leader: Matthew Bidwell, , 215-300-8880 - February 249:30AM
Sat February 24, 2024 - It Is What It Is - Spring House 36 miles
Level B-: 14mph Meet at Cynwyd Heritage Trail Head Parking Lot. The ride leaves at 9:30 am. Various friendly rides departing FROM THE CYNWYD HERITAGE TRAIL HEAD PARKING LOT (TRAIN STATION - Bala Cynwyd) at specified time and ranging 30 - 65 miles (Off Season) 40 – 85 miles (In Season) with occasional century rides. We will regroup as needed, but riders are expected to ride group pace. Bring food or money for snack along the way, as well as a spare tube, tire irons and multi-tool. CHECK DAILY RIDE LISTING for latest route information, details, etc. Ride may be cancelled up to 1 hour prior to departure time. Cue sheets will not be available. The on-line route map is Spring House.
Leader: Joseph Pless, , 610-937-9010 - February 249:45AM
Sat February 24, 2024 - Hot Coffee on a Cold Day - Ambler to Broad Street Grind in Souderton - Co-Leaders Welcome (ad-hoc ride)
Level B-/C+: 13-14mph, 39 miles. Meet at Weaver's Way Co-op in Ambler, 217 E. Butler Pike. The ride leaves at 9:45 am. Saturday's projected high temperature will be ~39*, so this ride will be a 39-mile, pretty route to Broad Street Grind in Souderton for something hot (coffee, cocoa, soup). Outbound via West Point and Kulpsville, return from Souderton via Lansdale and Gwynedd. Coffee/lunch stop at the warm & cozy Broad Street Grind is at Mile 20. Total elevation is 1957 feet. Most of the climbing is in the middle of the route, just before the lunch stop. START/FINISH at Weaver's Way Co-Op in Ambler: please park in the reat of the lot. Weaver's Way has bathrooms (and a food court to get something quick). CO-LEADER(S) WELCOME: If you'd like to lead this ride at an alternative pace, THANK YOU! Please contact LMc to have your pace group added. The on-line route map is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38349369.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862 - February 259:30AM
Sun February 25, 2024 - Sunday Morning Winter Hike - Valley Forge National Park, for a Change of Scenery
Hike Moderate Pace on Moderate Trails, 6 miles. Meet at Parking lot next to General Von Steuben Statue and Varnum's Quarters, on Valley Forge Rd/PA-23 at North Inner Line DriveRd/PA-23.. The hike leaves at 9:30 am. Scenic hike with some historic landmarks here and there, including Washington's Headquarters and the Valley Forge train station, which looks like a movie scene.. Climb over Mount Joy and Mount Misery, as well as cross Valley Creek on the Knox Covered Bridge. Most of our route will be on unpaved hiking trails. Hiking poles and sturdy hiking shoes are strongly recommended. Total climbing 993 ft. Short-cut option available on the second half. START/FINISH POINT: the parking lot next to the General Von Steuben Statue and Varnum's Quarters, ~4801 Valley Forge Park Rd/PA-23, at North Inner Line Drive. Please click on the route map link to zoom in on the meeting point. PUBLIC TRANSIT is available: SEPTA's 139 Bus runs along Valley Forge Park Rd, and stops at the parking lot where we meet. The on-line route map is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34852149. Preregistration is required, please preregister by Sunday, February 25, 2024 at 9:30 am. The on-line route map is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34852149.
Leaders: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862 and Linda Mueller, , 215-646-5718 - February 2512:00PM
Sun February 25, 2024 - Sunny Sunday D Ride
Level D: 9-11mph, 12-24 miles. Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 12:00 pm. Casual paced ride for new or returning to biking after a layoff riders. Please wear helmet(required by the club.) Please bring extra tube and tools to fix a flat, water, proper dress for cold weather(warm gloves, layers of clothing, warm hat to cover the ears, chapstick, and $ for mid-ride snack stop. We might have a hill or two to help get us warm and for physical conditioning. The ride might be shorter if it really cold, but wrong clothes will not make riding in cold enjoyable. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Ginnie Zipf, , 610-529-3214 - February 2512:15PM
Sun February 25, 2024 - Sunny Sunday C Spin-Off
Levels C: 12mph Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, 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. Some climbing required.
Leaders: Tom Witt, , 215-665-5578 and Jim Kahn, , 215-771-4487 - February 251:00PM
Sun February 25, 2024 - Sunday Afternoon (Post-Hike) Winter Ramble Ride - Valley Forge National Park to Exton for Coffee, via Chester Valley Trail
Level B-/C+: 13-14mph, 34 miles. Meet at Parking lot next to General Von Steuben's statue, Valley Forge National Park. The ride leaves at 1:00 pm. For Feb. 25: Easy, mostly out-and-back ramble from Valley Forge National Park to Exton, for a quick coffee/snack stop at the Barnes & Noble Cafe. Most of the miles (outbound and return) will be on the flat-ish Chester Valley Trail, with a little bit of detouring through residential neighborhoods in Chesterbrook & Wayne. Coffee stop at Barnes & Noble is at the half-way mark. Total elevation gain 1495 ft, averaging 44 ft/mile. 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. If weather not bike-friendly, ride may be replaced by snow activity. 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/45649473.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862 - February 2610:00AM
Mon February 26, 2024 - Monday D Ride to Conshy
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. D Ride, 10.5 mph, Feb. 26 to 4th st Deli, Conshy. It’s supposed to be warmer so we can sit outside? Or did I dream this? Honestly, can’t tell anymore. Let’s go with trusting the weather report- fool that I am. 10:00 at Cosmic- you know. Leader: Diana D. 215-680-2322. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Diana Dooley, , 215 680 2322- 1
- February 2710:00AM
Tue February 27, 2024 - Back in the Saddle Ride to Ardmore
Level C-: 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. Ok. so after a two week hiatus because 2 weeks ago it was a total washout and last week it was JALTCFYFL, we;ll try again. . Meteriologist Misty St. Cloud says things will warm up by Tuesday so let’s head out to the Farmer’s Market, and we’ll enjoy our snack on the sunny patio or inside if you prefer..We’ll take Sedgley up to the Park, across the Strawberry Mansion Bridge to Chamounix and then to BMA and Highland. And then wind our way to Ardmore.Coming back we'll take the slightly longer route through Cobbs Creek. Possible showers by early afternoon so let's leave at 10 AM sharp! Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: James McElwain, , 215-990-9745- 3
- February 299:00AM
Thu February 29, 2024 - CANCELLED Thursday Morning Hill Ride
Level C-: 11mph, 25 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 9:00 am. A recurring ride in the general Penn Valley Area - ie the Hills! Destinations and length of rides open to rider input. PLEASE NOTE NEW 9AM START TIME!! Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Paul di Francesco, , 215 459 3174- 1