Ride Schedule

We will start out of the GRDP tonight. So what do you say...go for it & sign up now! [ Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ]

Wheels down at 605. Weekly Crack of Dawn ride. We will head out of Ridgewood, ride up to Sparrowbush, and make our way back on ESRR. [ Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ]

The Monday startup continues to keep you in good shape so join me on this short ride after the long weekend rides. This will be a moderate fun ride with coffee/rest. stop at 9W Market. We always regroup on hills and turns and our speed will be to keep the group together. [ Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ]

Only for Tour Participants: We’ll cycle north to within a mile of the Canadian Border and then south to Plattsburgh, NY. [ Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ]

Posted for VT Riders only. We’ll cycle north to within a mile of the Canadian Border and then south to Plattsburgh, NY. As we ride across Lake Champlain on US Route 2W, we will come within fifteen miles of Saint-Jean-Sur-Richelieu where the Southern Quebec Tour started two years ago. This route also allows a great view of Lake Champlain from the VT and NY sides. May be we can have lunch at one of the many rest stops or parks along the way. This ride will TOUR pace so that we can stop for photo ops along. vt [ Ride will go in rain or shine on wet roads or dry roads, we will follow our luggage. Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ]

Join me for fun, relaxed, no drop, one hill ride. We will regroup at turns, the top of climbs, and as desired. Refreshments ,mile 32, at Patisserie Didier Dumas or mile 25 at Titanic/DD. Speed determined by riders, I expect by the end of the ride to average 14 to 15 mph, faster on the flats, slower on the climbs. Always delicious at Didier's! I'll be riding in from Midland Park. If you want an additional 9 miles each way, call me. We have to leave the corner of Linwood and Maple Ave. by 9:20. [ Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ]

*EARLIER TIME* The classic loop to Lincoln Park. Expect a max of about 17 on the flat parts which is most of the route. Meet by the railroad tracks. [ Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ]

This is an easier and slower version of the Wednesday Night B. Shorter distance and flatter route with no hill to Old Stone Church. The overall ending average expected here is no more than mid 15 mph range. If you want to be on a faster pace ride, then please join us on Wednesdays instead. !!!Please be on time, as days are getting shorter!!! Dress appropriately, wear brighter colors and don’t forget your lights. Route may be be altered. [ Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ]

Same route, slower than the B ride. We’ll cycle north to within a mile of the Canadian Border and then south to Plattsburgh, NY. As we ride across Lake Champlain on US Route 2W, we will come within fifteen miles of Saint-Jean-Sur-Richelieu where the Southern Quebec Tour started two years ago. This route also allows a great view of Lake Champlain from the VT and NY sides. May be we can have lunch at one of the many rest stops or parks along the way. This ride will TOUR pace so that we can stop for photo ops along the way.
52.7 Miles, 1,300’ Climbing
Mile 16.5 – Alburgh Welcome Center - Bathrooms
Mile 30.5 – Stewarts – Bathrooms?
Lunch Mile 41 – Lunch - Point Au Roche State Park
Another option for lunch is to cycle into Plattsburgh
[ Ride will go in rain or shine on wet roads or dry roads, we will follow our luggage. Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ] [ Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ]

Join us for a ride from Tappan to Blauvelt via the Joseph P. Clarke Rail Trail. From there, we'll pedal thru some pretty areas in Valley Cottage, Congers, West Nyack, New City, and along De Forest Lake. There are a few climbs but we will wait for everyone. There is no bathroom at the start but there is a Walgreens at the corner of Oak Tree Rd. and Route 303. [ Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ]

If you've been to my Monday introductory rides and likes the challenge of a faster, longer ride, this one's for you. All other riders that can maintain this speed are also welcome. We leave on time since daylight is getting shorter. Front and rear lights are mandatory. [ Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ]

Easy ride towards Lincoln Park. Depending on the how people feel the ride distance will be increased or decrease as needed. [ Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ]

Bring your lights and ride safe, Thank you 😊. It’s a great route sign up , will be turning left at Lake st on the way back . [ Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ]

Time for a snack run to the Millington Cafe. "Over the river and through the Swamp??" A few normal climbs up Woodland and Green Village, but then out and back through the flat Great Swamp. Mid-B pace and effort. 15-17 on the flats, maybe a hair faster in the swamp in case anyone wants to switch leading (hint, hint). The entrance to Lurker Park is on 5th Street, DIRECTLY across from Sorrento’s Bakery. No one dropped, but if you go off the front, you're an adult, you're responsible for yourself. [ Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ]

For VT Tour Riders Only. Cycling in the middle of ‘nowhere’ to our - Malone, NY! If you every skied VT/NY, you know that is a very rural route with some narrow roads. If you like Nordic Skiing, there are some really nice trails, but there is mostly nothing here as I recall. Nonetheless, I am still recommending TOUR pace so we can enjoy forest scenery.******* I am loking for a Co-leader ***** [ Ride will go in rain or on wet roads as we will follow our luggage to the next destination. Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ]

Once again a variation of Oakland to Lincoln Park Loop. We will utilize the bike path and the park ( rest stop / bathrooms / snack time) . Flat as a pancake ride without dropping any one. [ Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ]

Join me on a relaxed ride through Waldwick, Allendale, and Ramsey. I will be at the Boro park somewhere close to 3:45 depending on how quick I get out of school! Planning to leave from the Boro park at 4:00. C* riders that want to take it easy are welcome. No one will be dropped. Pace will probably average 10.5. [ Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ]

Keep the Wednesday Night Special special. So what do you say...go for it & sign up now! [ Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ]

Come on down for a quick spin to Howard’s Bagels. Club Rules are always in effect and to be followed. [ Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ]

Wednesday Night group training ride. This will be an evening training ride in the official B* range. The goal is to ride in a comfortably paced group taking turns on pulls while minimizing drops. ( Route will be posted before ride date. Should be back by dark, but front and rear lights encouraged. 5:30 start from lot. [ Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ]

We'll ride to Elmer's today. We'll be aiming at ending average in the low to mid 16mph range or better. As always, we’ll be slower in the first half and faster on the way back. !!!Please be on time, as days are getting shorter!!! Dress appropriately, wear brighter colors and don’t forget your lights. Route may be be altered or shortened. If interested, Turvino’s after the ride, to join other groups for pizza. [ Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ]

Note earlier start time. Our weekly Wednesday night C* Spin around Bergen County to Old Stone Church. We will maintain a high C* pace. Strong C riders, PLEASE feel free to join us. Stronger B riders are encouraged to join the B ride leaving simultaneously. As we average in the high 13s, if you are not willing to ride between the ride leader and the sweep, please do not sign up for this ride. We will be regrouping at top of hills and traffic signals. Dress appropriately and don’t forget your lights. As it is Wednesday, any weather updates will be posted on the website by 2:00pm, so be sure to check back here before heading out to the ride. And don’t forget to pack your favorite beverages at Turvino’s after the ride with the other groups [ Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ]

Tom and I are filling in while Renate is away. This is her popular Wednesday ride with a few minor variations. Easy meander through Ramsey, Allendale, and Waldwick. We'll aim for a *** slightly higher **** average speed about 11 mph. Terrain is a few rolling hills. Bathroom at mile 4.5 [ Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ]

Bring your lights and ride safe , Thank you 😊. No GPS , it’s simple route sign up keep me company. [ Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ]

Wheels down at 605. This is our weekly start of the weekend/end of the week ride. Nice and easy pace up eSRR to South Monsey to Xmas and back on wsrr. [ Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ]

Join us for a ride on mostly quiet, mostly freshly paved roads to Denville. Coffee stop at SmartWorld Coffee. Ride will be high B/low B* pace - expect around 16.0 - 16.5 MPH overall average pace. Park in the back of stop and shop. If you see the Kiddie Dome please go to the other side. [ Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ]

Take a relaxed ride on Friday the 13th with a NEW START TIME & NEW ROUTE. So what do you say...go for it & sign up now! [ Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ]

Announcing my return to the BTCNJ ranks, after a cruel, cruel summer (a line straight from the 1980's playlist courtesy of Bananarama). Rest stop options are as follows: Antonio's Pizza & Restaurant @ mile 38 in Mt. Airy, the venerable Sergeantsville General Store or the Covered Bridge Cafe & Market @ mile 43 in Sergeantsville. Come out, see, and ride some of the nicest spots in Somerset and Hunterdon Counties. Millstone Valley, the Sourlands, the historic Sandy Ridge Church house, and more. Bringing my soapbox for a passionate pre-ride speech regarding safety! [ Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ]

This will be a joint Club ride with MAFW. The ride will start in Denville at Gardner Field (Meet at the Park+Ride lot on Savage Rd, across the street from the ball field). The ride will start (wheels rolling) at 9:15 AM. Pace is 15.5-16.5 mph. Regrouping point is at mile 16.5 (Ballfields at corner of Boonton Ave + Fayson Lakes Rd).

MAFW will have a B ride as well. B riders can sign up for this ride and ride with MAFWs.

This is a no-drop ride. At the end of the ride, please meet at Diamond Spring Brewery (50 Broadway, Denville).
Parking for the brewery is available on the street as well as a large commuter lot with free 3-hour parking. You are welcome to bring your own food into the brewery to enjoy post ride, however if enough people are interested we will ask riders to chip is ~$5.00 and we will have pizza delivered to the brewery. When you sign-up, please indicate your intention of participating by adding a comment of one of the following:
Bike
Bike & Brew
Bike, Brew & Pizza

[ Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ]

A flat ride to Sorrento's with just one hill on the way back. Expect no more than about 17 on the flat parts, perhaps a bit slower on the return, regrouping when necessary. This has been a popular ride, so any ride leaders who sign up should be prepared to lead a group. Copycat rides are also encouraged for different levels and to keep the groups at a manageable size. [ Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ]

This is a joint ride with MAFW. Regrouping point is at mile 16.5 (Ballfields at corner of Boonton Ave + Fayson Lakes Rd). This is a no-drop ride. At the end of the ride, please meet at Diamond Spring Brewery (50 Broadway, Denville). MAFW club will provide pizza for everyone – – drinks (beer, water, etc.) are your responsibility. [ Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ]

Tweaked the Sunday Rules Ramapo route to have us pass two options for Cider Donuts - either Secor (Mahwah) or Demarest (Hillsdale).

Posted as an 'A' ride, but not a hammer pace; we'll adjust the pace based on group so that we keep it together and limit the number (or any) regroups.

For safety, please load the route if you have a capable computer and/or plan on taking any pulls.

[ Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ]

Hello, members ! Let's give Kerri Walker a proper send-off ! Join us for a celebratory group ride to honor Kerri as she embarks on a new adventure. Let's share stories, laughter, and miles together one last time. Kerri will be making a leisurely sojourn through Italy followed by a new home in Cary, North Carolina. Meet and greet 6:45 a.m. , wheels down 7:15 sharp. There will be some form of bakery goods and photo op pre-ride. [ Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ]

Wheels down at 605. Weekly Crack of Dawn ride. We will head out of Ridgewood, ride up to Sparrowbush, and make our way back on ESRR. [ Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ]

If you've been to my Monday introductory rides and likes the challenge of a faster, longer ride, this one's for you. All other riders that can maintain this speed are also welcome. We leave on time since daylight is getting shorter. Front and rear lights are mandatory. [ Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ]

Won’t you come on out for a quick but fun ride to Smart World coffee? We will finish early enough so you can still get whatever you need to do done. 😊 As always club safety rules are in effect and to be followed. [ Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ]

Wheels down at 605. This is our weekly start of the weekend/end of the week ride. Nice and easy pace up eSRR to South Monsey to Xmas and back on wsrr. [ Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ]

Another Friday afternoon in Amagansett! This will be a fast-paced "B" ride with a likely average of just above 15. We will regroup after climbs and stop for photos and of course at the lighthouse. Will leave as close to 2:00 PM as possible so we can get back for HH. Please sign up in advance so we know who will be there. [ Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ]

Once again, we ride from the Vista Hotel into Montauk and to the Lighthouse. A fun, interesting ride that not only gets us to the Lighthouse but to wonderful views of the ocean. It’s a great way to start the Amaganset weekend. If you never done this ride, there is some places where we have to climb. We leave at 1:30 so we have time to get back and shower before the fun cocktail party. Questions? Call my cell. [ Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ]

Enjoy a mellow scenic ride for lunch in East Hampton. Your leaders are on vacation so no hurry at all. Amagansett only comes once a year and it must be savored. [ Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ]

Looking forward to revisiting all our favorate spots. With stops will probably be high C* pace. Rest stops along the way. Optional cut-offs if needed. [ Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ]

Easy and scenic ride to Sag Harbor [ Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ]

Short morning ride so that we can get an early getaway or enjoy the beach before the ride home. [ Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ]

Wheels down at 605. Weekly Crack of Dawn ride. We will head out of Ridgewood, ride up to Sparrowbush, and make our way back on ESRR. [ Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ]

Wheels down at 605. This is our weekly start of the weekend/end of the week ride. Nice and easy pace up eSRR to South Monsey to Xmas and back on wsrr. [ Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ]

Scenic Hudson’s annual Farmland Cycling Tour brings together hundreds of people to celebrate family farms that produce fresh, healthy food.

• Cycle through the beautiful hills of Dutchess and Columbia counties
• Ride past productive local farms and orchards that Scenic Hudson has helped to preserve
• Enjoy complimentary fresh donuts, cider, and apples
• Treat yourself to free lunch with live music after the ride

MUST REGISTER TO RIDE

[ Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ]

The biennial "Quilts in the Mill" show in Stockton, NJ is happening this year and you won't want to miss it. "Quilts???" you say! Yes - but not just any quilts. Beautiful, award-winning, handmade quilts of stunning variety and artistry, sure to surprise and awe. This year's show is titled "Confetti of Color." The interior of the mill itself is really cool. Seriously, if you've never been to one of these shows I urge you to join me. Note $12 admission. After the show we'll cross over the Delaware River, catch the Delaware Canal Towpath (hard-packed gravel - road tires OK), and cross back into NJ at New Hope, making our way to Lambertville for a lunch stop. NOTE - IN CASE OF RAIN I WILL REPOST FOR SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 29. [ Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ]

For those of you that cannot make Wednesday. Please join us as we ride along the shore from Long Branch to Pt. Pleasant where we will enjoy lunch at Point Lobster, the home of the famous lobster roll. We will ride thru the shore communities of Deal, Allenhurst, Asbury, Ocean Grove, Bradley, Belmar, Spring Lake, Sea Girt and Brielle taking in the ocean air and sights. Back thru Manasquan and the historic Glimmer Glass bridge. Plenty of free parking along N Lake Dr [ Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ]

Wheels down at 605. Weekly Crack of Dawn ride. We will head out of Ridgewood, ride up to Sparrowbush, and make our way back on ESRR. [ Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ]

It's early but sign up now...
Tour de Bronx

More details are coming soon, may ride in from Allison Park, somewhere similar or Bronx Science.

[ Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. Rides with 20 or more riders will be split into 2 or more groups. ]