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Ride Schedule

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38 rides in the 31 day period; Sorted by date, category, time.

Friday, July 31, 2026
  •  
  • When the
    group meets.
    5:45p
    Fri, Jul 31
  • Basically, how fast the ride is.
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    B
  • The length of
    the ride.
    21
    miles
  • The name of the ride.TGIF Fun Ride
  • Ask a club member about this ride
    and riding as a guest.
     Ask us about this ride!
Saturday, August 1, 2026
Early bird catches the worm. Water break at mile 23, Food break at mile 47 So what do you say...go for it & sign up now! Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. ]
For the time crunched cyclist looking for a shorter tempo ride with little climbing! Stop at Lincoln Park Bagels. Expect to finish before noon. The goal is to ride together as a group throughout the ride to avoid unnecessary regrouping and for safety. Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. ]
Having just the day before done a hilly 69 mile ride, I'm planning to do an easy, rolling ride on what looks to be a nice summer Saturday. Stop at Church Street Bagels in Denville at mile 23.5. Moderate B* pace, no-drop ride. Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. ]
*** Safety Tip of the Day: Respect drivers, hopefully they'll respect us!

This weekend is the New York Airshow at Orange County Airport, so let's take advantage of it! We'll ride around the airport and, every now and then, remember to look up and see what we can spot in the sky. We don't have the air show schedule, so we'll leave it to fate. Maybe we'll catch the Thunderbirds screaming overhead... maybe we'll just see a Cessna looking for a parking spot. Either way, it'll be a great day to ride. ------R5m data here-----
As always, we'll regroup after the climbs and main intersections. Stop will be Mason's Marketplace at mile 21 and a quick refuel at mile 48. After the ride , if it's not too late you're all invited to Sam's house. If you decide to go please let him know HERE.

*** A few sections of the route may be busy, so please use common sense, ride safely, and avoid impeding traffic whenever possible. Of course, helmets are required, earbuds are not allowed, and lights are highly recommended.

SAFETY FIRST. Stay alert and pay attention while you ride. ALWAYS EXPECT THE UNEXPECTED

P.S.: Route could be updated anytime, please load at the last minute. Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. ]
Early morning ride at a comfortable pace for the first half, giving everyone a chance to enjoy the sunrise and the scenic bike trail for approximately 19 miles. We'll gradually pick up the pace as the ride progresses while continuing to take in the beautiful surroundings. We'll regroup after all major hills to keep the group together. Reminders: Bring snacks and plenty of fluids. Hydrate well before and during the ride. Planned Stops: Elmsford Deli – Mile 20 Tappan Zee Bridge (bathroom stop) – Mile 30 Coffee Ride Café – Mile 34. Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. ]
Chill ride to Howard's Bagels in Montville and we'll do the Jacksonville hill on the return. I've been out of action for a couple of weeks, so the pace on the flats might be a bit slower, and much slower on the climbs. I expect we'll have a final average somewhere in the middle of the B range. Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. ]
Let's head to Mahwah and Ramsey again. We'll have a quick stop/"refuel" at Dunkin Donuts at mid-point of the trip. Terrain is rolling with a few hills and, as always, we'll be slower in the first half and faster on the way back, aiming at overall end average in the low 15 mph or better, making this ride suitable for strong B riders. We should be back at the parking lot well before before noon. Please carry with you plenty of fluid and a snack. Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. ]
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  • 8:15a
    Sat, Aug 1
  • C*
  • 32
    miles
  • Saturday summer streets ride in the city
  •  CANCELED 
Ride canceled due to health concerns. Sorry! From Fort Lee Historic park, the plan is to travel down the Manhattan summer streets, Broadway south to the Hamilton Grange National Memorial (just read the book!),dip into the park, head to city hall and the Brooklyn bridge bridge, and return on the west side Hudson River Greenway. There is no map. It's a first time for this route. I'm looking for a few intrepid folks to join me. We'll pass the Intrepid! For any city ride, the ride is limited to five people. Thank you. Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. If you signup for a ride and your plans change, please cancel the night before the ride so that we can get an accurate count. ]
Mostly flat ride with some rollers- bring snack or pick up bagel when we stop in Parsippany just before crossing Rte. 46 to Smith Park, where we'll take a break. No toilets at start, but yes at the park and along the way at Montville Community Center if needed. Let's enjoy the start of the weekend with this easy-going ride. Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. ]
Easy cruiser around Pequannock and Lincoln Park. A slightly modified version of what we normally do. One stop at Dunkin Donuts at mile 12. Arrive well hydrated with a good attitude. Possible lunch afterwards at the airport sunset pub. Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. ]
This is a neat ride with a lot of rolling areas, some short uphills, and a really nice down hill. No one will be dropped as long as they maintain a C pace. Bring a bicycle in good working order, helmet (required), water, snack?, etc. Questions: call/text 'twix 07:00 AM & 07:00 PM. Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. ]
Take Esposito trail Haverstraw along the Hudson. Ride will not go in rain ]
Gravel bikes, or at least 36mm tires strongly recommended. Clean public restrooms close to start. This ride is rebranded from one called, "The Leaning Tower of Gravel" that made its debut during the New Paltz Gravel Tour. It starts in downtown New Paltz right on the Wallkill Valley RT, and takes us directly north to the excellent view from atop the Rosendale Trestle. Shortly afterwards, we take a paved road segment to hop over to the scenic, but considerably more rugged O&W RT, for an out-and-back leg. We then continue north along the O&W to reach the O&W Connector which takes us into Kingston for lunch. We'll stop at a street corner that has 3 great lunch spots. We return via the Wallkill RT, and take a Tour of the historic Hugenot district near the end of the ride. If anyone wants to hang around in New Paltz afterwards, for an early dinner, I know a lot of great restaurants in town.
Ride some of the best and most scenic rural roads in Westchester County. Paulie's Deli as a social gathering spot after ride. Offers food, drinks, and beer on tap or in coolers. Features outdoor seating for socializing. Provides a view of parked bikes from the seating area. Each ride will have three “pace groups”, which will differ in speed, distance, and intensity of climbing. There will be a common hangout location after each ride, so all groups can socialize over food and drinks. Participating in all five rides will take you to all of the major gravel riding zones in our region – a true gravel tour! Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. ]
Sunday, August 2, 2026
We’ve haven’t done this in a while, sign up and hit the I’m riding button. Bring your lights and ride safe, Thank you 😊.will stop somewhere for a break. Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. ]
Fast B/Easy B* to Coffee Ride Cafe. No drop ride, we'll regroup as needed. The only climb is East Glen Ave on return. Home for lunch. Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. ]
As the title suggests, this ride doesn’t have a specific destination. We’ll cycle to the 4.5-mile Pompton Valley Rail Trail and take a break at mile 16 in Lincoln Park. Afterward, we’ll return past the Lincoln Park Airport to Oakland. This will be a true C* ride. No one who can maintain a C* pace will be dropped. Renie Gaddi deserves a special mention for designing the route. Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. ]
This is a neat ride with a lot of rolling areas, some short uphills, and a really nice down hill. No one will be dropped as long as they maintain a C pace. Bring a bicycle in good working order, helmet (required), water, snack?, etc. Questions: call/text 'twix 07:00 AM & 07:00 PM. Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. ]
Monday, August 3, 2026
Please join me on this fun Monday startup ride. This will be a moderate pace with some hills in the first part of the ride and after the coffee/rest stop at Starbucks in Franklin Lakes we will go back down to GRDP. 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. ]
PLEASE READ... This ride is for strong B riders seeking a challenge on a 39-mile FLAT route. We recently did this same flat ride from Oakland to Howard's Bagels on two separate rides (17.1 and 17.4mph overall averages) and everyone finished proud of their accomplishments. We are NOT listing it as a B* ride because many strong B riders fall between categories: flat B rides may feel too slow, while hillier B* rides may be too fast. AS USUAL, WE WILL RIDE AS FAST AS THE SLOWEST RIDER. So if you're up for the challenge on keeping a strong B/low B* pace on a flat route, we’d love for you to join us! Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. ]
The familiar flat loop with a stop at Dunkin. Expect about 17-18 on the flats which is most of the ride, finishing with an average pace of about 15. Meet by the upper lot by the railroad tracks. Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. ]
Our usual Monday night ride. Stop at Dunkin Donuts at midway point. Bathrooms at start and break. Route may vary some each week. Please have front and rear lights to ensure safety. Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. ]
This is a fun introduction to group riding if you're new to the Club. Or, if you just want to get out and de-stress, this ride is for you as well. We will ride comfortably, no serious hills and only go as fast as the slowest rider, so, no one will be dropped. C riders are welcome.
Let's try a little different route with just a little more elevation than our usual.
Please come with helmet, water bottle, front and rear bike light, spare tube and tires inflated. Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. ]
Tuesday, August 4, 2026
Here’s a classic ride, hit the I’m riding button. Also bring your lights and ride safe , Thank you 😊. So after the ride anyone interested in getting pizza 🍕or Salad what ever . Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. ]
Rest stop at Oldwick General Store. Joint ride with MAFW. Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. ]
Enjoy a longer than usual day on a mellow ride along the Hudson Valley Rail Trail, over the spectacular Poughkeepsie Walkway Over the Hudson (WOTH) pedestrian bridge, along the Dutchess Rail Trail (then reverse). Roundtrip mileage is approximate. We'll stop midway to EAT LUNCH ON THE TRAIL -- so BRING LUNCH , a snack and plenty of water. We'll make occasional stops to enjoy the scenery. All of it is paved, so any type of bike is fine. Bathrooms at the start site as well as both ends of the Bridge. Fun facts The bridge deck stands 212 feet above the river's surface and is 1.28 miles long, making it the longest, elevated pedestrian bridge in the world Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. ]
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
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. Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. ]
Hi everyone, This is an opportunity to ride three historic rail trails on a single route: the Lehigh Hudson, Sussex Branch, and Paulinskill Rail Trails. This is going to be an adventure ride with a variety of surfaces, including a small section of single track (nothing scary or aggressive though). If you are not familiar with the area, please give yourself a little extra travel time. Please review the route ahead of time and download it for navigation. Also, Wings Cafe at mile marker 36.5 looks like a good place for us to take a break. ******* Special thanks to Chris at Taylor Fit Cycles for this route. **** Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. ]
Thursday, August 6, 2026
  •  
  • 5:30p
    Thu, Aug 6
  • B*
  • 28.4
    miles
  • 9W !
  •  CANCELED 
Piermont out and back via 9W. Starting in Tenafly, we will go easy on the climb up Clinton to 9W then paceline together at tempo. Not a hammerfest, but a controlled hard effort. Hoping to average close to 18MPH including the climb and descent. We will regroup if needed. 9W is the most iconic cycling road in the region. So go for it and hit the ride button. Safety first. Please bring front and rear lights, wear bright clothes and stay single file. No earbuds. Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. ]
This is a mostly flat ride with one large hill. It is listed as rolling rather than flat because of Jacksonville. The plan is to get out early to beat the heat. Weather predictions are iffy at this point, so we will see what happens Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. ]
Friday, August 7, 2026
   No rides scheduled.   
Saturday, August 8, 2026
Need to sign up here: https://www.bikereg.com/catskills Enjoy a challenging weekend of cycling in the Catskill Mountains of New York State Includes the infamous Devil's Kitchen Climb Max grade 22% RULES This is a non-competitive recreational ride, not a race All riders must obey all traffic control signage and signals (stop signs etc) Riders must stay to the right of the road or on the shoulder at all times Riders may start any distance anytime after 9:00 AM but may not receive support on the road outside of the above start times. E-bikes welcome!
LIMIT 8 RIDERS. If you are not definitely coming, please do not sign up and take someone else's spot. The car-free event has expanded to almost the entire length of Manhattan. We cross the GWB, ride open city streets North to Dyckman Street, and then down the following car-free streets: Broadway, Adam Clayton Powell Blvd, Park Ave and Lafayette, to the foot of the Brooklyn Bridge. We ride back on the Hudson River Greenway, stopping at Little Island and Riverbank State Park, which is above a water treatment facility, on the way. There is one big hill back up to the GWB. We will get food from vendors at Market 57 on the Hudson, or please bring a snack. All Day Adventure in memory of late BTCNJ urbanist Joel Seidenstein. Riders should have confident bike handling skills please. Parking at Fort Lee Historic Park costs $, but free senior citizen (62+) permits are available via Palisades Park Commission website. https://www.njpalisades.org/parking/index.html#exempt Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. If you signup for a ride and your plans change, please cancel the night before the ride so that we can get an accurate count. ]
Sunday, August 9, 2026
Please join me as we ride the paved Henry Hudson Trail thru the various bay communities of Monmouth county to the hard-packed Bayshore trail where we will lunch at On the Deck overlooking the Sandy Hook Bay. Returning partially via the trails but detouring to the shores of Union Beach & Keyport or Keansburg where we'll catch hopefully a clear glimpse of the city skyline. Trail may have bumps due to protruding roots. Wider tires may help. Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. ]
Monday, August 10, 2026
This is a fun introduction to group riding if you're new to the Club. Or, if you just want to get out and de-stress, this ride is for you as well. We will ride comfortably, no serious hills and only go as fast as the slowest rider, so, no one will be dropped. C riders are welcome.
Let's try a little different route with just a little more elevation than our usual.
Please come with helmet, water bottle, front and rear bike light, spare tube and tires inflated. Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. ]
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
   No rides scheduled.   
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
Please join us as we ride south along the shore from Long Branch thru Deal, Asbury, Bradley, Spring Lake and Wall bicycle trail and lunch at Waypoint or Pig & Parrot overlooking Hoffman Marina. There is plenty of free parking along the lake on North Lake Drive. Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. ]
Thursday, August 13, 2026
   No rides scheduled.   
Friday, August 14, 2026
   No rides scheduled.   
Saturday, August 15, 2026
   No rides scheduled.   
Sunday, August 16, 2026
   No rides scheduled.   
Monday, August 17, 2026
   No rides scheduled.   
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
   No rides scheduled.   
Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Join us as we ride north along the marvelous shore from Long Branch thru Monmouth Beach and Sea Bright to the sights along the Sandy Hook bicycle trail and lunch at the new Mule Barn at Ft Hancock. There is plenty of free parking along the lake on North Lake Rd. St. Michaels church in Long Branch may be used as a GPS Location. Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. ]
Thursday, August 20, 2026
   No rides scheduled.   
Friday, August 21, 2026
   No rides scheduled.   
Saturday, August 22, 2026
   No rides scheduled.   
Sunday, August 23, 2026
   No rides scheduled.   
Monday, August 24, 2026
   No rides scheduled.   
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
   No rides scheduled.   
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
Please join me as we ride south from Long Branch via Deal, Allenhurst, Asbury, OG and Belmar then head west to check out Allaire Village. We'll return on the Capital to Coast freshly paved trail stopping for lunch at the Allenwood General Store then thru Manasquan, Sea Girt & Spring Lake before heading back to our starting point. Plenty of free parking along N. Lake Rd. St. Michael's Church of Long Branch may be used as a GPS location. Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. ]