BCP offers recurring weekly rides. Below is a general description of the recurring weekly rides, with pace, mileage, starting time, location, and organizer. The weekly rides are also listed by date in the Daily Ride Calendar which you should check for specific ride leaders and any additional information on the ride. Information about starting locations is available on our Ride Guide page which is found under the rides menu item.
There are two different listings of the recurring weekly rides available on this page. The normal view gives a listing of the recurring weekly rides that are active for one month and you are able to move back and forth from month to month to view the weekly rides that were active in different months. Initially one is viewing the current month. The other view that is available on this page shows all the recurring weekly rides that were listed for the last year and those planned for the future.
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April 2020
Kayuh Pedalers: Winter Rides Canceled!
This weekly ride is scheduled on Sundays starting on November 1, 2019 and is scheduled to end on April 1, 2020. The ride will depart from Kayuh Bicycles & Cafe 19th St. & Girard Ave at 11:30 am. Ride Level: D: 10mph, Distance: 15-25 miles. RIDE CANCELED FOR THE WINTER!!!
Organizer: Thomas Haney, [javascript protected email address], 267-259-5231Sunny Sunday Afternoon D Ride Ride and Instructional Ride
This weekly ride is scheduled on Sundays and it is scheduled throughout the year. The ride will depart from Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum at 12:00 pm. Ride Level: D: 9-12mph. Casual introductory level ride, suited for improving group riding skills and fitness. Safety instruction provided. If noted as instructional in the listing for a specific date, the ride will also cover riding basics such as shifting, clipless pedals etc. Distance and speed will be dictated by the abilities of the group. D rides are generally 10-20 miles at a pace of 8-12 mi/hr, and the ride will regroup as necessary. Adverse weather generally cancels the ride. Helmet, bicycle in operating condition and water is required. Snacks are strongly advised. Please check the ride calendar on the website for specific details and ride leader contact information for any questions.
Organizer: George L. Yarnell, [javascript protected email address], 610-626-3338Sunny Sunday C Spin-Off
This weekly ride is scheduled on Sundays starting on January 1, 1987 and it is scheduled throughout the year. The ride will depart from Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum at 12:15 pm. Ride Levels: B- through C: 14mph, C+/C: 13mph, C: 12mph. A true C ride, which cheerfully waits to regroup. Usually 25-35 miles with a lunch or snack stop. Some climbing is required.
Organizers: Tom Witt, [javascript protected email address], 215-665-5578, Jim Kahn, [javascript protected email address], 215-771-4487, Chuck Martin, [javascript protected email address], 215-923-1887 and Delora Winslow, [javascript protected email address], 215-796-8917Ride Yer Bike Tuesday (3 paces: 35-50 miles, 12.5-13.5, 14-15, & 16.5-17.5 mph)
This weekly ride is scheduled on Tuesdays starting on April 6, 2020 and is scheduled to end on April 28, 2020. The ride will depart from Upper Dublin High School at 10:00 am. Ride Levels: A-: 16.5-17.5mph, B-: 14-15mph, C+: 12.5-13.5mph, Distance: 35-50 miles. Bring yer bike & sense of adventure. Some days we'll ride familiar favorite routes, others we'll scope out new routes. Expect good company & low trafficked roads. Some weeks we'll have a sit down lunch stop, others a park stop. Will regroup as needed, but must be able to maintain the posted pace. Must be willing to ride safely & obey traffic laws. Check day of the ride if weather is iffy (rain cancels). NOTE: Ride starts at 9:30 in May, NOTE: 4th Tuesday of each month will start from Central Park, Doylestown. 5th Tuesdays (June 30 & Sept. 29) from Centre Park Square, Blue Bell. Cue sheets will not be available.
Organizers: Howard Hochheiser, [javascript protected email address], 215-913-3246, Bob Doyle, [javascript protected email address], 703-963-9905 and Daniel Operacz, [javascript protected email address], 267-265-9358Ride Yer Bike Tuesday
This weekly ride is scheduled on Tuesdays and is scheduled to end on September 28, 2021. The ride will depart from various starting points (please check the daily calendar) at 9:30 pm. Ride Levels: A-/B+: 16-17mph, B-: 13.5-14.5mph, C+: 12-13mph, Distance: 35-50 miles. Bring yer bike & sense of adventure. Sometimes we'll ride familiar routes, sometimes new ones. Expect good company on safe/low trafficked roads. Lunch stops may be sit down, takeout, or in a park (bring a sandwich/snack). Will regroup as needed, but must be able to maintain the posted pace. Must be willing to ride safely, obey traffic laws and follow: https://phillybikeclub.org/bcp_covid_19_rider_guidelines.pdf. Check day of the ride if weather is iffy - rain cancels, but will likely reschedule for Wed. NOTE: Ride starts @ 9:30 in Sept & 10:00 in Oct. The 4th Tues. of the month starts @ Central Pk, Doylestown. Cue sheets will not be available.
Organizers: Howard Hochheiser, [javascript protected email address], 215-913-3246, Daniel Operacz, [javascript protected email address], 267-265-9358 and Bob Doyle, [javascript protected email address], 703-963-9905CyclePath Thursday (30+/- miles, 10 +/- mph)
This weekly ride is scheduled on Thursdays starting on April 9, 2020 and is scheduled to end on April 30, 2020. The ride will depart from varying at 10:00 pm. Ride Level: C+: 9.5-10.5mph, Distance: 30 +/- miles. Join us exploring off-road trails. Varying start locations/routes: from Betzwood Park, Norristown (to the Spring City or Schwenksville area) or The VA Forrest Recreation Area, New Hope (on the PA & NJ sides of the Delaware River). Will have a park or restaurant lunch/snack. Will post each week's start/route a few days in advance. Expect a mix of dirt, gravel, loose rocks & paved trail. Best suited for a gravel, cyclocross or hybrid bike, or a road bike with wide tires. Leisurely speed - will regroup as needed. Photo-op stops welcome. Hope you can join us. Note: Starts 9:30 May-August. Cue sheets will not be available.
Organizer: Howard Hochheiser, [javascript protected email address], 215-913-3246Friday Frolic w/Linda. This is the generic description. Specific details will be posted on daily calendar for each Friday.
This weekly ride is scheduled on Fridays starting on December 7, 2012 and is scheduled to end on February 5, 2027. The ride will depart from various starting points (please check the daily calendar) at 9:30 am. Ride Level: B-: 14mph, Distance: 45-50, +/- miles. 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.
Organizer: Linda McGrane, [javascript protected email address], 267-251-7862Toss of the Dice 2.0
This weekly ride is scheduled on Saturdays and is scheduled to end on December 31, 2029. The ride will depart from Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum at 9:15 am. Ride Level: B: 15mph, Distance: 35-80 miles. 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.
Organizer: Matthew Bidwell, [javascript protected email address], 215-300-8880
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