Bicycle Touring Club of North Jersey
 
 

Ride Schedule

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Riding with BTCNJ

  • All rides "roll" (depart) 15 minutes after the listed start time. This gives people time to set-up (check their bikes, add air to their tires, etc) and get signed-in.

  • Club rides are classified by four properties, which, together, give some indication of how difficult the ride is:
    (1) length, (2) speed / pace, (3) terrain, and (4) surface (paved or unpaved).

  • Keep in mind that there are   Rider Responsibilities   and   Group Riding Rules   to participate on a club ride. Helmets are required on all club rides.

  • Class 1 E-Bikes (pedal-assist only, with no throttle, and have a maximum assisted speed of 20 mph) are the only E-bikes allowed on BTCNJ club rides (E-Bike Policy).

  • Minors. Persons under the age of eighteen must join the Club with a parent or legal guardian in a family membership, and must be accompanied, at a reasonable distance (within sight of each other), by a parent or legal guardian (in the membership) on all Club rides and events.

➔ Make sure you are carrying a tube or repair kit appropriate for your tires along with any special tools needed to remove your wheels.


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

Sunday, September 6, 2026
  •  
  • When the
    group meets.
    7:30a
    Sun, Sep 6
  • Basically, how fast the ride is.
    Click for more info.
    B*
  • The length of
    the ride.
    35
    miles
  • The name of the ride.North Bergen
  • Ask a club member about this ride
    and riding as a guest.
     Ask us about this ride!
Since it’s a holiday weekend keeping it short and local. So hit the I’m riding button and join us, also bring your lights and ride safe, Thank you 😊. Will stop somewhere for a coffee break. Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. ]
Please come join me on a trip out to city island. There’s no official RWGPS route posted but no one will dropped or lost. 80% of the ride is on trails or bike paths. NOTE: this is a make up ride for 9/1 it should be a nice day for some photo ops. Also this a foodie tour ride, so it will run a little long. If you are on a time restriction or have other plans, this ride might not be for you. 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 signup for a ride and your plans change, please cancel the night before the ride so that we can get an accurate count. ]
The annual assault up Arden Valley Road into Harriman State Park returns! As always the weather will be hot and humid and the ride is hilly which means lots of sweaty fun! There will be a plenty of opportunities for water, but we don't have to stop at all of them. Mile 19 Wanaque QuickChek. Mile 34 Sterling Forest Firehouse. Mile 40 lunch at Southfields Valero. Mile 65 Tallman Wendy's, plus the traditional group photo at the mailboxes at mile 55. Last years pace was 14.9, it will be a fast B or very low B*. All we ask is that you are mentally and physically prepared to climb, sweat and keep an overall high B pace. Bring plenty of water, a snack, lunch, and GPS route. Also please park in the parking lot on Mechanic Street, on the opposite side of the train tracks from the Farmer's Market. Call me if you want to co-lead. Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. ]
Who asks that question? Doug! For you, Barbara voted for a bike ride. She also entered the ride so that there would be no more talk about those 2 four letter words - yard work (at least for another week). Going on a familiar route to Sorrento (East Hanover not Italy). Barbara and Doug still aren’t doing hills. This is a fairly flat ride which means that the expected pace will be about 14.5 mph as long as any prevailing wind is a tail wind and not a head wind. We will enjoy a relaxed lunch at our favorite deli/bakery. Those who will counsel Doug about his priorities are particularly welcome! 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 downhill. Come out and help me change it from a C to a C*. 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, September 7, 2026
Let’s have a chill ride to Nyack to wrap up the Labor Day weekend! 🚴‍♂️

Rest stop to be determined.

We’ll start early enough so everyone can be back with plenty of time for any Labor Day celebrations you may have planned. 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 Colleen’s birthday fun ride to Sorrento’s. Won’t you come on down to celebrate our lovely friend? This is a fun ride and as long as you can keep a low B* pace, you will not be dropped. As always, BTCNJ rules are in effect and to be followed. 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 downhill. Come out and help me change it from a C to a C*. 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. ]
Join me for a ride to South Nyack with a visit to the pier in Piermont. This will be a true C* ride with no one dropped as long as you can maintain the pace. The facilities in Demarest may not be open but there will be facilities around mile 6. We will make a short stop at the cafe in South Nyack. 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.
Note the earlier start time due to the shortening daylight.
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. ]
A little extra drive time, but it’s worth it. Join me for a 60-mile gravel adventure starting on the Nor-Bath Trail, linking up with the D&L, and rolling into Jim Thorpe for a well-earned lunch before the return. Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. ]
Joyce and I have never done this trail and want to give it a try. If you’re up for an adventure on a mountain, gravel or hybrid bike, come join us. This will not be a fast ride. Please bring plenty of hydration and snacks. We will have to look for a deli stop too. Ride will not go in rain ]
Tuesday, September 8, 2026
Join me on a nice ride to Wally's bagels in Closter. We'll regroup as needed. This will be on the lower end of B* no one gets droped. Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. ]
Simple Tuesday ride we can call a audible and add a couple more miles. Hit the I’m riding button and bring your lights and ride safe, Thank you 😊. yeah if everything goes smooth, we can always add a couple of miles. No worries. Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. ]
Nice ride up to Congers lake through Rockland state part to Nyack Beach and rest stop at mile 21 at Coffee Ride Cafe. Plan on enjoying an Affogato (expresso + ice cream 😋). Bring a snack if you want some food earlier in ride. Final call on ride regarding weather will be made the morning of the ride. Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. ]
A quick afternoon ride through the lovely roads of the Wyckoff area. No one will be dropped. We will meet in front of the Library. Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. ]
Wednesday, September 9, 2026
Help keep the Wednesday night ride special, so do it hit the ride button. Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. ]
**Hi everyone, I'm looking at multiple forecasts for Glen Rock and it is showing rain in the next hour which will mean wet roads when we start. Additionally, some radar shows rain during the course of our ride. So we are canceling...again. Apologies.** Join us for our usual Wednesday B ride around Bergen County. Expect a 15 mph pace. We’ll head up to Old Stone Church and take a spin through Bergen Community College. Bring your lights and water bottles. We’ll make a quick bathroom stop at Elmer’s. After the ride, join us for pizza at Turvino’s. Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. ]
A ride up to Elmer's and back. If you want to add in the ride to the stone church we'll wait for you at Elmer's. If there is interest we can meet afterwards at Turvinos for some pizza and laughs (BYOB). No one will be dropped. Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. ]
Please join me for a leisurely meander through Ramsey, Allendale, and Waldwick. D RIDERS LOOKING TO ADVANCE TO C ARE ALSO WELCOME. Our average speed will be around 10MPH. Terrain is mostly flat with a few rolling hills. NO ONE WILL BE DROPPED! Bathroom at mile 4.5. As a friendly reminder: Bring water, a helmet (mandatory), and have your bike in good working order. Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. ]
An early morning easy ride on the Saddle River Bike Path. No cars, just a few runners and cyclists. Get an early start to your day! Be ready to roll with tires and attitude pumped. Bike in working order. Reach out with any questions. Welcome new riders. Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. ]
This our regular non-stop Wednesday ride. - Pace: This is a moderate pace ride and is not a race. - Eligibility: All GC Level gravelers are welcome. - Cost: Admission is free, so come and join the fun! Ride will not go in rain but wet roads will not spoil the joy!. ]
Thursday, September 10, 2026
Trying out a new route. Some climbs but we will regroup as needed. Bathroom at mile 4. Rest stop around mile 18. True C* pace. Bring snacks and hydration. Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. ]
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  • 10:15a
    Thu, Sep 10
  • C*
  • 35
    miles
  • Roll for a Lobster Roll - 2026 Edition by popular demand
  •  CANCELED 
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. ]
Friday, September 11, 2026
Hi everyone, This a place holder for a ride we intend for this area. We are looking for a better start location and a route that bypasses some of the very rough areas. Look for our updates. 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. Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. ]
Saturday, September 12, 2026
*** Safety tip of the day: Keep your eyes on the road at all time.

Every year, we visit The Catskills at least once—and today is the day.
Join us for this adventure as we discover new roads, beautiful scenery, and the many creative ways a road can go uphill.
Yes, there will be climbing—it’s not called the Catskill Mountains for nothing! But fear not: only one climb is officially rated IHEFC😊. At roughly 5 miles long, it’s not a sprint to the top. It’s a proper mountain climb: long, steady, and just difficult enough to show you what climbing is all about. Settle into a rhythm, find your groove, and remember: eventually, the mountain will run out of road. You can check R5m data here.
Of course, we’ll regroup at the top of every climb—and whenever necessary. No one gets left behind. 3 quick stops are listed on the route. Expect a 15 to 16 avg and a return to the parking lot around 3pm

The reward? Beautiful roads, spectacular views, and the satisfaction of conquering another Catskills adventure.
Bring your legs, your gears and most importantly, come enjoy time with your friends.
The mountains await. Let’s ride!

*** 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 may be updated at any time, so please load the latest version just before the ride.

---- Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. Rain date will be the next day ]
Sunday, September 13, 2026
   No rides scheduled.   
Monday, September 14, 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. ]
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
   No rides scheduled.   
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
   No rides scheduled.   
Thursday, September 17, 2026
   No rides scheduled.   
Friday, September 18, 2026
More description to come. Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. ]
we will do the same ride as the B's but at a slower, more relaxed touring pace. more details to follow. Ride will not go in rain or on wet roads. ]