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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June 2020
Sunny 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], 215-796-8917Delightful, Delicious D (& D+/C-) Ride, Monday Evening Edition
This weekly ride is scheduled on Mondays starting on June 22, 2020 and is scheduled to end on September 21, 2020. The ride will depart from Upper Dublin High School at 5:45 pm. Ride Level: C- through D: 10-11.5mph, Distance: 15-25 miles. Scheduled for most Monday evenings throughout the summer. Gently paced, post-work evening ride to pedal away the day's stresses, suited for novice riders, newcomers to the area, and/or anyone seeking a low-intensity, relaxed, recovery ride. Cycle peaceful roads in Eastern Montgomery Co. Mileage will depend on the length of evening daylight. Please bring lights in case we are delayed on our return. Occasionally, this ride may be cancelled, if there is a special club event at another location. Cue sheets will not be available.
Organizer: Linda McGrane, [javascript protected email address], 267-251-7862Delightful, Delicious D (& D+/C-) Ride, Tuesday Evening Edition
This weekly ride is scheduled on Tuesdays starting on June 23, 2020 and is scheduled to end on September 22, 2020. The ride will depart from Glenside Public Library parking lot at 5:45 pm. Ride Level: C- through D: 10-11.5mph, Distance: 15-25 miles. Scheduled for most Tuesday evenings throughout the summer. Gently paced, post-work evening ride to pedal away the day's stresses, suited for novice riders, newcomers to the area, and/or anyone seeking a low-intensity recovery ride. Relaxed pace. Cycle peaceful roads in Eastern Montgomery Co. Meet in the library parking lot. Please bring lights in case we are delayed on our return. This Tuesday evening ride meets every Tuesday throughout the summer, weather permitting, unless there is another special club event in a different location. Cue sheets will not be available.
Organizer: Linda McGrane, [javascript protected email address], 267-251-7862Ride 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], 703-963-9905Thursday Night Hill Ride - 10 Rider limit.
This weekly ride is scheduled on Thursdays starting on June 15, 2020 and is scheduled to end on September 18, 2020. The ride will depart from Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum at 6:00 pm. Ride Level: B: 15mph, Distance: 25 -35 miles. A moderately hilly ride conquering Main Line hills that regroups at the top of each climb. As the days lengthen, so does the ride and we should be nearing 30 - 35 miles by July. No riders doing the listed pace will be dropped. Cue sheets will not be available. Bike lights are highly recommended. Please bring a mask for when off the bike and review Club rules for COVID-19. Optional after-ride socially distant drinks at Cosmic (bring ID & money). Rain cancellations will be listed on web site 1 hour prior to ride. Preregistration required. Cue sheets will not be available.
Organizer: Simon Knight, [javascript protected email address], 215-219-9555Friday 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], 267-251-7862Hills out West - Group Limit 10 - Ride Time 8:55 am.
This weekly ride is scheduled on Saturdays starting on June 12, 2020 and is scheduled to end on October 13, 2020. The ride will depart from Italian Fountain behind the Art Museum at 8:55 am. Ride Level: B: 14.5-15.5mph, Distance: 50 - 70 miles. Consider this the next step up from the Toss of the DIce "C+" with more hills. We will regroup as needed, but riders are expected to ride group pace. Bring food or money for snack along the way, as well as a spare tube. Check daily listing for route information. Ride may be cancelled up to 1 hour prior to departure time. Please be familiar with the Bicycle Club of Philadelphia Rider Guidelines for COVID-19 Mitigation, and bring a mask for the rest stop. Preregistration required. Cue sheets will not be available.
Organizer: Simon Knight, [javascript protected email address], 215-219-9555Toss 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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