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Let’s ride and recover from the weekend. Probably only 20 miles around bucks county.

Riding 41 miles / 1700’ climb
Rest stop at Dublin Manhattan Bagel
No one left behind

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/44810321

early start, going to Rocky Valley, 30 miles, 1500‘ climbing, route; https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47274231

Join us for this classic ride through beautiful Bucks County. Expect rollers and hills as we take in the scenery at a social pace. Rain cancels.
28 miles with an elevation gain of 1700‘.

https://www.strava.com/routes/3240360867274215172

The first couple/few rides will be 25-30 miles while the rides in June/July will likely get to be 40 miles long. Will head out to Wrightstown/Upper Make/Solebury to avoid traffic. No stops. No one will be dropped but please be capable of the 16mph stated minimum average speed. Please text me at 215-499-6850 with questions. Thanks!

Annual July 4th ride to the soap box derby in Hunterton. 28 miles round trip, 1400‘ climbing, including Fed. Twist. Here‘s the route; https://ridewithgps.com/routes/40027811 Optional 12 mile loop; https://ridewithgps.com/routes/22612985

FRI JULY 5, 2024 - FRIDAY FROLIC W/LINDA. COOKIES & CREAM 50 FROM MONDAUK COMMON PARK TO TABORA‘S & FREDDIE HILL FARM
Level B-: 14mph, 50 miles. Meet at Mondauk Park. The ride leaves at 9:00 am. Scenic route through Montgomery and Bucks Counties, by Charlie B. Stop at Tabora Farm & Orchard at Mile 20 for snack & potty break. Pass Bucks County Biscotti at Mile 25. Returning from Bucks to Montgomery County, there is a park with porta potties at Mile 32. Freddie Hill Farm & Creamery at Mile 38. On the final stretch, we return to Mondauk via West Point, Gwynedd, and Ambler. Terrain is rolling, but nothing too steep. Total elevation gain is 2383 ft, with most of the climbing in the middle of the route. gh 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. Cue sheets will be available. The on-line route map is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/40089984. Preregistration is required, please preregister by Friday, July 5, 2024 at 9:00 am.
Leader: Linda McGrane, mcgrane_linda_a@yahoo.com, 267-251-7862

SAT JULY 6, 2024 - BELMAR BEACH, NJ & BEYOND, TO OCEAN GROVE & ASBURY PARK. LONGER VERSION INCLUDING THE RESERVOIR.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/23056316.
Level B-: 14mph, 79 miles. Meet at Etra Lake Park, Disbrow Hill Rd, East Windsor, NJ. The ride leaves at 8:00 am. In a seashore state of mind? Today, we‘ll visit the central Jersey shore in Monmouth County, beaches more familiar to New Yorkers. This scenic route is popular with the Princeton FreeWheelers. In addition to cycling along Ocean Drive in the pretty seaside towns of Spring Lake and Belmar, we’ll also ride around Perrineville Lake, Manasquan Reservoir, and Lake Como. Outdoor Lunch stop at Belmar Beach around mile 40, plus rest stops along the way, to and from Belmar. After Belmar, we will continue north along the Ocean Drive to the seashore towns of Ocean Grove and Asbury Park, before returning inland to the starting point. The middle of the route (near the beach) is flat. The beginning and end portions have very gently rolling hills, but nothing steep. We will stop to regroup as needed. Total elevation gain is 2265 ft. Driving Directions to the starting point at Etra Lake Park: 1) New Jersey Turnpike North to Exit 8 – Hightstown/Freehold (NJ-133). 2) From the Turnpike exit ramp, quickly turn right onto Milford Rd. 3) In 1.1 miles, turn left at “T” at County Rd 571/Etra-Perrineville Rd. (Etra Lake will be on your left.) 4) In 0.2 miles, turn left at 3-way onto Disbrow Hill Rd. Parking lot will be on your left. Please allow 75 mins driving time from Phila. Please contact the Leader with any questions, re. driving directions, carpooling, etc. Cue sheets will be available. The on-line route map is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/23056316. Preregistration is required, please preregister by Saturday, July 6, 2024 at 8:00 am.
Leader: Linda McGrane, mcgrane_linda_a@yahoo.com, 267-251-7862

SUN JULY 7, 2024 - RIVERS, CREEKS & BRIDGES IN HUNTERDON COUNTY WITH OPTIONAL ICE CREAM AT THE FINISH. EARLY START TIME TO BEAT THE HEAT CO-LEADERS WELCOME (AD-HOC RIDE)
Level B-/C+: 13-14mph, 58 miles. Meet at CVS Parking lot (299 N. Main Street, Lambertville, NJ). The ride leaves at 8:00 am. Pretty and peaceful meander around scenic Hunterdon County, NJ, with multiple river crossings. Wawa stops at Mile 16 and 33. Option to make another stop if needed at QuickChek at Mile 51 in Ringoes, on the return. Total climbing is 2992 ft, with plenty of green vistas and quaint towns. The terrain averages 52 ft of climbing/mile. OPTIONAL ICE CREAM FINISH: When we return to Lambertville, we can go to the Owowcow Creamery around the corner on Union Ave for some frozen refreshments. CO-LEADERS WELCOME: If you would like to lead this route at an alternative pace, THANK YOU! Please contact Leader to have your name and pace group added. PLAN "B" in case the WEATHER does not cooperate: this route has at least two "pinch points" where we can cut the route short and return to Lambertville more quickly. The on-line route map is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/7240314. Preregistration is required, please preregister by Sunday, July 7, 2024 at 8:00 am.
Leader: Linda McGrane, mcgrane_linda_a@yahoo.com, 267-251-7862

Beat the Heat Ride
30 Miles / 1300‘ climb
Rest Stop at Lumberville General Store

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47468366

21 miles, 1200‘ climbing thru Slifer road. https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47483426

Join us for this classic ride through beautiful Bucks County. Expect rollers and hills as we take in the scenery at a social pace. Rain cancels.
Typically 25 to 30 miles and 1500EG
There might be a substitute leader.

The first couple/few rides will be 25-30 miles while the rides in June/July will likely get to be 40 miles long. Will head out to Wrightstown/Upper Make/Solebury to avoid traffic. No stops. No one will be dropped but please be capable of the 16mph stated minimum average speed. Please text me at 215-499-6850 with questions. Thanks!

C ride on Thur 7/11/24 @ 8 AM. Meet at CVS in Lambertville NJ, riding 43 miles 2,142‘ elevation gain. Stopping at The Gingered Peach Bakery in Lawrenceville NJ.

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47454547

Join me every Thursday on a "C" (~12 to 13 mph) ride leaving from the back parking lot at North Penn High School in Lansdale (GPS coordinates = 40.236650, -75.316290). Average speed in beginning of season will be around 12 mph and will progress to around 13 mph later in the season. We usually head away from town and ride the rolling hills of the surrounding area. We ride until dark. Distance will increase as daylight increases - expect 20-30 mile rides with no rest stops. No night riding. Active or imminent rain, extreme heat (>95 degrees), tornado warnings, high winds, & poor air quality cancel ride. Cancellations will be posted on CBBC Ride forum. See CBBC website for what is needed for riding on a club ride.
Ride is Co-Listed on SCU MeetUp website.
Use the entrance off Snyder Rd to back of school. Meet in the back lot of the school.

This path is up to 15 Miles out and back with crushed gravel underfoot. The Perkiomen Trail runs along the Perkiomen Creek with tons of great views. For those that play Pickleball, we plan to play Pickleball at Palmer Park after biking.

The SCU Summer Century is a fully supported bicycle ride with a NEW flatter start/finish at Delaware Valley University in Bucks County.

Four route options from 30 to 100 miles, including a 50 and a Metric Century. All on beautiful, quiet back-country roads of historic Bucks County, with the 100 going over to scenic, hilly Hunterdon County, NJ. Post-ride PIZZA party. SEPTA regional rail station on campus. Presented by Suburban Cyclists Unlimited.

Registration - https://www.suburbancyclists.org/content.aspx?page_id=4008&club_id=694201&item_id=2173377

Let‘s celebrate Bastille Day with the ride to L’Annexe de Mamie Colette Boulangerie in Titusville NJ. It will be a short ride due to the weather, I hope we will finish by 10:30 am.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47484578
Please bring two bottles of water.
There is another French cafe next to the start location
https://aurorabistropa.com/menu/

C paced ride to Frenchtown, NJ with Terry. Start from Bulls Island at 8:00 am and riding approx. 38 miles wth a rest stop in Frenchtown. Riding up Horseshoe Bend Rd. on the way back.

40+- miles from Jamison to Mamie Collette Boulangerie in Titusville NJ. Ride start: Memorial Park, 1200 Memorial Dr, Jamison Pa

Please wear Bleu, Blanc, Rouge,(Blue, Red, White to celebrate our alliance with France

Another attempt at beating the heat.
Riding 31 miles / 1430‘ climb
Rest stop at Covered Bridges Cafe in Sergeantsville, NJ

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47552244

Easy ride from Doylestown Presbyterian church parking lot down to the river and back.

Online CBBC Board meeting Board Meeting Monday, July 15 · 7:00 – 8:00pm Time zone: America/New_York Google Meet joining info Video call link: https://meet.google.com/cyv-ebgm-qnj

Ride to Slifer Valley, 21 miles, 1200‘ climbing, https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47483426

Join us for this classic ride through beautiful Bucks County and Pennington NJ . Expect rollers and hills as we take in the scenery at a social pace. Rain cancels.

30 miles 1577 EG
https://www.strava.com/routes/3230191939214264616

The first couple/few rides will be 25-30 miles while the rides in June/July will likely get to be 40 miles long. Will head out to Wrightstown/Upper Make/Solebury to avoid traffic. No stops. No one will be dropped but please be capable of the 16mph stated minimum average speed. Please text me at 215-499-6850 with questions. Thanks!

Riding 43 miles, 2,073‘ elevation gain from Holicong to Southampton. Rest stop at 2nd Street Bagels in Southampton.

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47581171

Join me every Thursday on a "C" (~12 to 13 mph) ride leaving from the back parking lot at North Penn High School in Lansdale (GPS coordinates = 40.236650, -75.316290). Average speed in beginning of season will be around 12 mph and will progress to around 13 mph later in the season. We usually head away from town and ride the rolling hills of the surrounding area. We ride until dark. Distance will increase as daylight increases - expect 20-30 mile rides with no rest stops. No night riding. Active or imminent rain, extreme heat (>95 degrees), tornado warnings, high winds, & poor air quality cancel ride. Cancellations will be posted on CBBC Ride forum. See CBBC website for what is needed for riding on a club ride.
Ride is Co-Listed on SCU MeetUp website.
Use the entrance off Snyder Rd to back of school. Meet in the back lot of the school.

** GOOD WEATHER ADVISORY - COME RIDE WITH US!
*Riding 40.5 mi / 2238‘ vertical ascent / 4 climbs @12+/- .5 mph
*Start 8:00am from Garden of Reflection
*Refreshment stop @21.6mi at Chez Alice French Bakery, Lambertville, NJ
*RWGPS UPDATED Route: GAR_43-1_Lambertville_-by_WashX-_CBBC_C_7-19-24 [ https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47628297 ]
*No Drop Ride - but check with ride leader before signing up if you are not sure if this ride is appropriate for you.
*Registration Closes: 7:00am Friday 7/19/24

Questions?: Contact Bill Gorodetzer (215) 370-2854

FRI JULY 19, 2024 - FRIDAY FROLIC W/LINDA. COOKIES & CREAM 50 FROM MONDAUK COMMON PARK TO TABORA‘S & FREDDIE HILL FARMS PRETTY ROUTE BY CHARLIE B. EARLIER START TIME TO BEAT THE HEAT
Level B-: 14mph, 50 miles. Meet at Mondauk Park. The ride leaves at 8:15 am. For July 19: Scenic route through Montgomery and Bucks Counties, by Charlie B. EARLIER START TIME to BEAT THE HEAT in the afternoon. Stop at Tabora Farm & Orchard at Mile 20 for snack & potty break. Pass Bucks County Biscotti at Mile 25. Returning from Bucks to Montgomery County, there is a park with porta potties at Mile 32. Freddie Hill Farm & Creamery at Mile 38. On the final stretch, we return to Mondauk via West Point, Gwynedd, and Ambler. Terrain is rolling, but nothing too steep. Total elevation gain is 2383 ft, with most of the climbing in the middle of the route. 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. The on-line route map is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/40089984. Preregistration is required.
Leader: Linda McGrane, mcgrane_linda_a@yahoo.com, 267-251-7862

Second CBBC Summer picnic. Rides available for all levels. Please bring a side dish or dessert to share, club will provide the entree and drinks. If attending the picnic but not riding, please register here. If planning to ride, please choose one of the posted rides and register there. Please register by end of day Wed., July 17, so we know how much food to purchase.

B paced ride and club picnic after the ride. Riding approx. 45 miles starting from Lake Nockamixon. Bring plenty of fluids and a snack if you want one (there is food at the picnic after the ride). Please bring a side dish or dessert to share. Club will provide the entree and drinks. Please register by end of day Wed., July 17, so we know how much food to purchase.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/43975180

Riding 38.6 miles / 2030‘ climb
Brief rest stop at Giant in Coopersburg.
Please register by end of day Wed., July 17, so we know how much food to buy. Please bring a side dish or dessert to share at the picnic. Club will provide the entree and drinks.

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/40550424?privacy_code=3ndwFRCmOhJuONNO

Level C ride, 36 miles, 1983ft climb. Starting from Pavillion 1 in Nockamixon State Park. Start Time is 8:30. Short Break at mile 21. Bring your own refreshments/power bar. Please bring a side dish or dessert to share at the picnic. Club will provide the entree and drinks. Please register by end of day Wed., July 17, so we know how much food to purchase.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47485758?privacy_code=KVBQkIBqHtEng1KKjy2XF9yIWmcyegjw

D paced ride and club picnic after the ride. Riding approx. 24 miles starting from Lake Nockamixon. Rest stop is port-o-potty only, so bring plenty of fluids and a snack if you want one (there is food at the picnic after the ride). Please bring a side dish or dessert to share. Club will provide the entree and drinks. Please register by end of day Wed., July 17, so we know how much food to purchase.

Slow recovery ride. 15 mph.

Join us for this classic ride through beautiful Bucks County and Pennington NJ. Expect rollers and hills as we take in the scenery at a social pace. Rain cancels.
Let try this one more time.
https://www.strava.com/routes/3230191939214264616

The first couple/few rides will be 25-30 miles while the rides in June/July will likely get to be 40 miles long. Will head out to Wrightstown/Upper Make/Solebury to avoid traffic. No stops. No one will be dropped but please be capable of the 16mph stated minimum average speed. Please text me at 215-499-6850 with questions. Thanks!

Bringing back the Thursday morning C ride. This week‘s ride will start from Plumstead Market Square shopping center, meet in the small parking lot on the side of the Giant supermarket. Ride will be in the 35-40 mile range with a rest stop along the way. Will post route details on the Forum by the Monday before the ride.

Join me every Thursday on a "C" (~12 to 13 mph) ride leaving from the back parking lot at North Penn High School in Lansdale (GPS coordinates = 40.236650, -75.316290). Average speed in beginning of season will be around 12 mph and will progress to around 13 mph later in the season. We usually head away from town and ride the rolling hills of the surrounding area. We ride until dark. Distance will increase as daylight increases - expect 20-30 mile rides with no rest stops. No night riding. Active or imminent rain, extreme heat (>95 degrees), tornado warnings, high winds, & poor air quality cancel ride. Cancellations will be posted on CBBC Ride forum. See CBBC website for what is needed for riding on a club ride.
Ride is Co-Listed on SCU MeetUp website.
Use the entrance off Snyder Rd to back of school. Meet in the back lot of the school.

FRI JULY 26, 2024 - FRIDAY FROLIC W/LINDA. CARPENTER PARK IN HORSHAM TO PEDDLERS VILLAGE IN LAHASKA. 8:30 START TO BEAT THE AFTERNOON HEAT
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42827618
Level B-: 14mph, 46 miles. Meet at Carpenter Park, Horsham. The ride leaves at 8:30 am. For July 26: Pretty loop from Horsham to Peddlers Village in Lahaska. Peaceful Bucks County scenery along the way. Total elevation gain 2303 ft, averaging just under 50 ft/mile. Rolling terrain, but no extreme climbs. Food stop at Peddlers Village at Mile 27 - choice of eateries, including, but not limited to, the Lucky Cupcake. 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. The on-line route map is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42827618. Preregistration is required, please preregister by Friday, July 26, 2024 at 8:30 am.
Leader: Linda McGrane, mcgrane_linda_a@yahoo.com, 267-251-7862

465 Rahns Rd

Riding ~40 miles /2000‘ climb

Rest Stop at Brig O‘Doon in Ottsville

C paced ride starting from Hansell park and riding approx. 39 miles with a rest stop at Tabora Farm for some of their treats. One covered bridge along the way, and riding past Lake Galena also.

C paced ride from Hansel Park mirroring Terry‘s ride. Riding approximately 39 miles with rest stop at Tabora Farm for some treats. One covered bridge along the way in a ride past Lake Galena.

55 mile B ride from Lions Pride to Sergeantsville NJ
2800 feet elevation.
Rest stop at Covered Bridge cafe in Sergeantsville NJ
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47549803
Please bring 2+ bottles of liquid as usual for summer months.

SUN JULY 28, 2024 - TRI-STATE SCENIC ADVENTURE TO THE UPPER CHESAPEAKE - CO-LEADERS WELCOME (AD-HOC RIDE)
Level B-/C+: 13-14mph, 69 miles. Meet at Chadds Ford Elementary School, 3 Baltimore Pike, Chadds Ford, PA 19317. The ride leaves at 8:00 am. This spectacular three-state route is based on a ride by Nancy Moyer of DVBC, with route adaptations by Charlie B. The scenery is 5 stars! Ride from Chadds Ford to the ADORABLE town of Northeast, MD, on the Northeast River, which flows into the upper Chesapeake. Along the way, quiet roads and plenty of green vistas. Rest Stop Mile 9 at Wawa in Hockessin, DE. Also Milburn Orchard in MD at mile 23, and Wawa just before and after North East, MD at miles 31 and 36. Lunch options in Northeast at mile 34 after viewing the North East River (Chesapeake in distance) from Northeast Park. On return, Pleasant Hill Store (MD) at mile 40 and Landenberg Store (PA) at 54. Total climbing 4118 ft. CO-LEADERS WELCOME to lead alternative pace groups. The on-line route map is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/28020914. Preregistration is required, please preregister by Sunday, July 28, 2024 at 8:00 am.
Leader: Linda McGrane, mcgrane_linda_a@yahoo.com, 267-251-7862

Riding 42+ miles / 2000‘ climb
Rest Stop at Main St Bagel Co in downtown Flemington

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47750491

Join us for this classic ride through beautiful Bucks County. Expect rollers and hills as we take in the scenery at a social pace. Rain cancels.
28 miles with an elevation gain of 1564‘.
https://www.strava.com/routes/3250875965625125060

The first couple/few rides will be 25-30 miles while the rides in June/July will likely get to be 40 miles long. Will head out to Wrightstown/Upper Make/Solebury to avoid traffic. No stops. No one will be dropped but please be capable of the 16mph stated minimum average speed. Please text me at 215-499-6850 with questions. Thanks!