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November 2024
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- November 219:00AM
Thu November 21, 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 weekly experience of the ups and downs of the Gladwyn area. Always open to rider input! Cue sheets will not be available. Preregistration is required, please preregister by Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 9:00 am.
Leader: Paul di Francesco, , 215 459 3174 - November 2110:00AM
Thu November 21, 2024 - Get Me Out of Bed Ride
Level D: 8mph, 10 - 15 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 10:00 am. I can not motivate myself to get up and on my bicycle in the morning. But by leading a simple bicycle ride, I commit myself to be up and on my bicycle. This motivation works for me because my personality is such that I can disappoint myself by not getting out of bed for a myself bicycle ride but I can not disappoint others who sign up for the ride! Got it? So let's go for short ride with minimal hills. Destination to be determined at start of the ride. If KYW is reporting rain outside their studio one hour prior to start ride cancels. Cue sheets will not be available. Preregistration is required, please preregister by Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 10:10 am.
Leader: Tim Carey, , 267-414-9037 - November 211:30PM
Thu November 21, 2024 - Thursday Autumn Hill Ride
Level C: 12mph, 25 miles. Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 1:30 pm. A true C ride on hills in Gladwyne, which cheerfully waits to regroup at the top of each of the hills climbed. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Chuck Martin, , 215-923-1887 - November 229:30AM
Fri November 22, 2024 - Friday Frolic w/Linda. PLAN B HIKE/WALK
Hike Leisurely Pace on Easy Trails, ~5-6 on foot miles. Meet at Fox Chase Lorimer Trailhead, Rhawn St and Elberon Ave. The hike leaves at 9:30 am. For Fridays in November: Plan B Hike/Walk, since Leader has a wrist injury. Walk/hike on Lorimer/Pennypack Trails. Meet at trailhead on Rhawn St, across from the end of the Fox Chase Rail Station. 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. Preregistration is required, please preregister by Friday, November 22, 2024 at 9:30 am.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862 - November 2210:00AM
Fri November 22, 2024 - Paper Trail Bike Shop and Cafe
Level D: 8mph, 18 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 10:00 am. Our simple Friday ride to say hello to Paul and get a coffee at the Paper Trail Bike Shop and Cafe in Rittenhouse Town, Wissakicon Park. We cycle out MLK Drive, Wissakicon all purpose trail along the lower Wissakicon Creek. Return over the Kelly Dr all purpose trail. If KYW is reporting rain outside their studio one hour prior to start, ride cancels. Cue sheets will not be available. Preregistration is required, please preregister by Friday, November 22, 2024 at 10:10 am.
Leader: Tim Carey, , 267-414-9037 - November 238:30AM
Sat November 23, 2024 - Toss of the Dice
Levels B: 15mph Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 8:30 am. Various friendly rides per DAILY RIDE CALENDAR ranging from 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. Typically Andrew &/or Nick leads and Simon sweeps and, if needed, leads a slower pace ride. Check daily listing for route information. During the summer season there is an optional after-ride drink at the Waterworks beer garden. Ride may be cancelled up to 1 hour prior to departure time. Pre-registration preferred. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leaders: Nick Gunderson, , 952-292-8396, Andrew Miller, , 215-370-0394 and Simon Knight, , 215-219-9555 - November 239:00AM
Sat November 23, 2024 - It Is What It Is
Level B-: 14mph Meet at Cynwyd Heritage Trail Head Parking Lot Montgomery and Bala Avenues (Trails End Cafe). The ride leaves at 9:00 am. Various friendly rides 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. THANK YOU FOR GOING PAPERLESS! Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Joseph Pless, , 610-937-9010 - November 239:00AM
Sat November 23, 2024 - Winter Wanna B
Level B-: 14.5mph, 30 - 60 miles. Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum.. The ride leaves at 9:00 am. Friendly scenic rides involving hills, a nice coffee shop, and pastries. Length of ride is dependent on high temperature of the day. We'll regroup as needed, but riders are expected to ride the listed pace, which is the average speed at the end of the ride. Bring the ability and tools/tubes to fix a flat and money for the coffee stop. Details of each ride and route will be listed a couple of days before the ride. Ride may be cancelled up to one hour prior to ride. Always check the website first. Preregistration is encouraged.
Leader: Simon Knight, , 215-219-9555 - November 239:00AM
Sat November 23, 2024 - Daryl's Pastries Inc, Glenside, PA
Level D: 8mph, 30 miles. Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum.. The ride leaves at 9:00 am. We haven't been to Daryl's Pastries, in Glenside. So let's go there this morning. We will take a high road up to Mt Airy, Cresheim Valley Dr to Chestnut Hill and Ivy Hill Rd on to Glenside. Return paralleling the Reading SEPTA line into North Philly, West Oakland on Ogontz Ave and W Hunting Park Ave to Kelly Dr. If KYW is reporting rain outside their studio one hour prior to start, ride cancels. Cue sheets will not be available. Preregistration is required, please preregister by Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 9:09 am.
Leader: Tim Carey, , 267-414-9037 - November 2411:45AM
Sun November 24, 2024 - SUNNY SUNDAY D RIDE FROM A NEW LOCATION THIS WEEK ONLY
Level D: 9-12mph, 12-24 miles. Meet at Mequon Septa Regional Rail Station. The ride leaves at 11:45 am. Casual Ride on the Schuylkill River Trail going west (as Horace Greeley stated “Go West Young Bicyclist, Go West”) from the Mequon Station. We will be starting from there to avoid the traffic from the Philadelphia Marathon Remember to bring a Septa Senior Pass if you are old enough. There is a train at 11AM that arrives at the station at 11:33. There is a 2:52PM and 3:52 train returning to center city. There is parking at the train station. Please wear helmet (required by the club.). Please bring water, extra tubes and tools to fix a flat, proper dress for the weather, and $ for mid-ride snack stop. Preregistration is required, please preregister by Sunday, November 24, 2024 at 11:45 am.
Leader: George L. Yarnell, , 610-626-3338 - November 2412:15PM
Sun November 24, 2024 - Sunny Sunday C Spin-Off
Levels C: 12mph, 35 miles. 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. Ride to Weis' Market in Conshohocken for a snack stop is contemplated. Some climbing required. Note that there will be road closures around the Art Museum for the Philadelphia Marathon but bikes should be able to cross most barriers. Parking may be challenging. It is optional, but you may preregister until Sunday, November 24, 2024 at 11:00 am.
Leaders: Tom Witt, , 215-665-5578, Jim Kahn, , 215-771-4487 and Chuck Martin, , 215-923-1887 - November 2610:00AM
Tue November 26, 2024 - Tuesday Ride to Lower Merion- ARDMORE
Level C- through D: 10.5mph, 20-30 miles. Meet at Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park . The ride leaves at 10:00 am. This is a generic description of the ride which will go to one of three destinations every Tuesday:GET Cafe in Narberth; Farmers’ Market in Ardmore or Spread Bagelry in Wynnewood. Some climbing of 800 to 1000 feet. First part of ride will generally mean a climb into Fairmount Park, across the Strawberry Mansion Bridge up to Chamounix. And then proceed up Bryn Mawr Avenue. and on to our final destination of Narberth, Ardmore or Wynnewood. On an ad hoc basis we may include new destinations and advance notice will be provided along with details. Always a fun group of friendly people so come on out! Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: James McElwain, , 215-990-9745 - November 288:30AM
Thu November 28, 2024 - Get a good appetite ride for Thankgiving dinner
Level D: 9-12mph, 12-18 miles. Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum.. The ride leaves at 8:30 am. Casual paced ride through Fairmount Park and beyond. This will be a short ride early on Thanksgiving day to help build your appreciation of the Thanksgiving dinner later in the day. Please wear helmet(required by the club.) Please bring extra tube and tools to fix a flat, proper dress for the weather, water, and legs that just have to ride a bicycle today. Preregistration is required, please preregister by Thursday, November 28, 2024 at 8:30 am.
Leader: George L. Yarnell, , 610-626-3338 - November 299:30AM
Fri November 29, 2024 - Friday Frolic w/Linda. PLAN B HIKE/WALK
Hike Leisurely Pace on Easy Trails, ~5-6 on foot miles. Meet at Fox Chase Lorimer Trailhead, Rhawn St and Elberon Ave. The hike leaves at 9:30 am. For Fridays in November: Plan B Hike/Walk, since Leader has a wrist injury. Walk/hike on Lorimer/Pennypack Trails. Meet at trailhead on Rhawn St, across from the end of the Fox Chase Rail Station. 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. Preregistration is required, please preregister by Friday, November 29, 2024 at 9:30 am.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862 - November 308:30AM
Sat November 30, 2024 - Toss of the Dice
Levels B: 15mph Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum. The ride leaves at 8:30 am. Various friendly rides per DAILY RIDE CALENDAR ranging from 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. Typically Andrew &/or Nick leads and Simon sweeps and, if needed, leads a slower pace ride. Check daily listing for route information. During the summer season there is an optional after-ride drink at the Waterworks beer garden. Ride may be cancelled up to 1 hour prior to departure time. Pre-registration preferred. Cue sheets will not be available.
Leaders: Nick Gunderson, , 952-292-8396, Andrew Miller, , 215-370-0394 and Simon Knight, , 215-219-9555 - November 309:00AM
Sat November 30, 2024 - Newark, DE to Turkey Point Lighthouse SCENIC Adventure - CO-LEADER(S) WELCOME UPDATED Route with Enhancements by Charlie B.
Level B-/C+: 13.5-14.5mph, 60.5 miles. Meet at Parking lot of the Newark Shopping Center in the rear, behind the Big Z Pizza.. The ride leaves at 9:00 am. In honor of Thanksgiving turkey, this ride is a revival of the late Peter Odell's classic route to the Turkey Point Lighthouse, on the scenic and peaceful peninsula between the Elk River and the North East River, at the head of the Chesapeake Bay. Recently updated by Charlie B., with route enhancements. Mostly quiet roads in northwestern Delaware and northeastern Maryland. Wawa at Mile 17. Lunch stop at mile 19, in the adorable town of Northeast, MD. We can eat out lunch by the river in the town park. ScenicTurkey Point Lighthouse at the tip of the peninsula is at mile 33. (The Lighthouse Trail runs right along the perimeter of the peninsula.) On the return, we have a rest stop at a market/deli at mile 45, as well as a Wawa option at Mile 50.5 in Elkton. Total elevation gain is 3913 feet. Mostly rolling terrain, with some steep climbs (up-down-up-down) close to the lighthouse at the tip of the peninsula. We will stop to regroup as needed. Travel time from Philadelphia to Newark is ~one hour. Driving Directions from Philadelphia: I-95 South into DE, then DE-273 West toward Newark/Univ. of DE. DE-273 will lead you to Main St. The Newark Shopping Center, immediately before Pomeroy Rail Trail bike parth, the will be on your right side. Please park in rear of the shopping center parking lot CO-LEADER(S) WELCOME to offer alternative paces. Cue sheets will be available. The on-line route map is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31520852. Preregistration is required, please preregister by Saturday, November 30, 2024 at 9:00 am.
Leader: Linda McGrane, , 267-251-7862 - November 309:00AM
Sat November 30, 2024 - It Is What It Is
Level B-: 14mph Meet at Cynwyd Heritage Trail Head Parking Lot Montgomery and Bala Avenues (Trails End Cafe). The ride leaves at 9:00 am. Various friendly rides 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. THANK YOU FOR GOING PAPERLESS! Cue sheets will not be available.
Leader: Joseph Pless, , 610-937-9010 - November 309:00AM
Sat November 30, 2024 - Winter Wanna B
Level B-: 14.5mph, 30 - 60 miles. Meet at Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum.. The ride leaves at 9:00 am. Friendly scenic rides involving hills, a nice coffee shop, and pastries. Length of ride is dependent on high temperature of the day. We'll regroup as needed, but riders are expected to ride the listed pace, which is the average speed at the end of the ride. Bring the ability and tools/tubes to fix a flat and money for the coffee stop. Details of each ride and route will be listed a couple of days before the ride. Ride may be cancelled up to one hour prior to ride. Always check the website first. Preregistration is encouraged.
Leader: Simon Knight, , 215-219-9555