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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October 2024
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: 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 and Chuck Martin, [javascript protected email address], 215-833-7953Conshy for coffee
This weekly ride is scheduled on Mondays starting on July 1, 2024 and is scheduled to end on November 3, 2024. The ride will depart from VFNHP visitor center main parking lot at 9:00 am. Ride Level: D: 10.5mph, Distance: 21/25 miles. A weekly ride on Monday's on SRT and Cross County Trail to Conshy or Plymouth Meeting (or other location) for coffee with fellow cyclists. Destination will be posted morning of ride. Ride is open to meet riders from Philly or elsewhere. If you are planning a ride and want to meet up for coffee along the way, text leader morning of ride. Preregistration is required. Please preregister by 9:00 A.M. day of the ride. Cue sheets will not be available.
Organizer: Steve Trobovic, [javascript protected email address], 610-710-1810Tuesday Ride to Lower Merion- ARDMORE
This weekly ride is scheduled on Tuesdays starting on March 5, 2024 and it is scheduled throughout the year. The ride will depart from Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park at 10:00 am. Ride Level: C- through D: 10.5mph, Distance: 20-30 miles. 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.
Organizer: James McElwain, [javascript protected email address], 215-990-9745Ride Yer Bike Tuesday
This weekly ride is scheduled on Tuesdays starting on October 1, 2024 and is scheduled to end on November 19, 2024. The ride will depart from various starting points (please check the daily calendar) at 10:00 am. Ride Levels: A-/B+: 16-17mph, B/B-: 14-15mph, C+: 13-14mph, C: 12-13mph, Distance: 40-48 miles. Bring yer bike & sense of adventure. Expect good company on safe/low trafficked roads. Lunch stops may be sit down, takeout, or in a park. Will regroup as needed, but must be able to ride the posted pace. Must be willing to ride safely & obey traffic laws. Please preregister so we can know how many to expect. Bathrooms available at all start locations. Check day of the ride if weather is iffy (rain cancels, but likely to reschedule for Wed.). Will make a call at least an hour prior to start time. NOTE: Ride starts at 9:30 in May & Sept., 9:00 June-Aug., and 10:00 in Oct. NOTE: 1st and 3rd Tues. start from UDHS, 2nd Tues. from Centre Sq. Pk., Blue Bell, 4th Tues. from Central Pk., Doylestown, 5th Tues Ad-Hoc location & Memorial/Labor Day weeks we'll ride on Wed. Cue sheets will not be available.
Organizers: Doug Smithman, [javascript protected email address], 267-566-2898, Elliot Titcher, [javascript protected email address], 215-740-1149, Bob Doyle, [javascript protected email address], 703-963-9905 and Daniel Operacz, [javascript protected email address], 267-265-9358Thursday Morning Hill Ride
This weekly ride is scheduled on Thursdays starting on June 29, 2023 and it is scheduled throughout the year. The ride will depart from Cosmic Cafe, Lloyd Hall, # 1 Boathouse Row, Kelly Dr, East Fairmount Park at 9:00 am. Ride Level: C-: 11mph, Distance: 25 miles. 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.
Organizer: Paul di Francesco, [javascript protected email address], 215 459 3174Friday 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 December 29, 2028. 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
This weekly ride is scheduled on Saturdays starting on August 3, 2024 and is scheduled to end on December 31, 2029. The ride will depart from Azalea Garden's formal entrance, behind the Art Museum at 8:30 am. Ride Levels: B: 15mph. 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.
Organizers: Nick Gunderson, [javascript protected email address], 952-292-8396 and Andrew Miller, [javascript protected email address], 215-370-0394
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