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Start location at Ballenger Creek Park, off Ballenger Creek Pike south of Frederick. Park at the first lot on the left. This route is fairly flat overall (58 ft/mile), but has two challenging climbs over Catoctin Mountain, at miles 22 and 28. Rest stop at Point of Rocks Park, mile 21. Leader is targeting a 14 mph pace, but we won’t drop anyone who can maintain a 13.5 mph.
Contact: Dave Kitzmiller (ktzdh79@gmail.com) (202) 330-3798
Yup: we are back for 2024, y‘all! A prompt 6pm departure will take us on an ever-changing route (due to sunset times) out to Montgomery County and back, taking myriad turns, climbs, descents, and views in along the way. THIS IS NOT A SHOW-AND-GO RIDE! Please click on the ride description and sign the online waiver (Google Form) - you need only do this once for the ENTIRE DTB series! Ride will not go in thunderstorms, AQI > 100, heat index over 100°F, bad windstorms, ice, or snow.
Northern Fauquier Community Park
Northern Fauquier Community Park (NFCP) to Carters Run, Old Waterloo, Viewtown to Rest Stop at Laurel Mills Store (Mile 32).
Richmond Road to Ben Venue, Crest Hill, Hume and Ramy.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/44036472
Glen Echo Park - lower parking lot, turn off MacArthur Blvd onto Oxford Street
THIS WEEK‘S RIDE HAS A 2.5 MILE SEGMENT ON THE TOWPATH. Each week will have a uniquely assigned Ride with GPS route link posted at least two days before the ride. All riders are expected to download the Ride with GPS route onto their devices or have printed out a cue sheet in case they decide to separate from the group for whatever reason. The group is expected to ride together at the group leader’s C pace, which will be 11 to 12 mph on average. Rides typically are 25 to 30 miles and ascent will be between 1,000’ and 2,200’, depending on the route. All routes are in low-traffic, moderately hilly residential areas. Those wishing to ride at an average pace of greater than 12 mph usually will have the opportunity to form a CC-level ride group at the start and depart a few minutes early with a ride leader from among their ranks. Each ride will have a rest/restroom stop midway and an optional lunch stop near the end. This is a recurring ride. ALL RIDERS MUST REGISTER EACH WEEK. For new riders, emergency-contact information is collected at the ride start.
Laytons Village Shopping Center
Join us for a new weekly evening ride starting on Thursdays in April! We’ll take on a rolling route of 25-30 miles with some hills and aim to regroup a couple of times to stay together. We plan for one group going a high B/low BB pace. Meet in front of the bike shop at Laytons VIllage shopping center.
WARNING: There is a non-PPTC group ride leaving from the same parking lot on Thursdays - you will quickly know if you accidentally join their AA pace race practice. Ask for Allison or Chris with PPTC if you aren‘t sure if you have the right group!
Belle Haven Park, south parking lot
Even Laura‘s absence this Thursday won‘t stop us from riding. First 12 miles: flat. Then Hollin Hills, which is not flat. Then miscellaneous hills. Plenty of sprints and KOMs along the way. We usually have beer afterward and sometimes go out for food. Everyone welcome. Come join us!
Tenleytown ElectriCityBikes (now closed) - south parking lot
This social ride is one of the Thursday evening Tenleytown DC meet-ups and is a 14 mile loop from Tenleytown through Rock Creek Park to Tacoma Park and back. The route for this evening has a couple of hills out and back coming to about 1000 feet total climbing, mostly on quiet residential streets and car-less Rock Creek Park.
Meet by 6:15p at the south parking lot of the now-closed Tenleytown ElectriCityBikes on Wisconsin Ave., NW.
GPS file route - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29532301
Those so desiring afterwards can go several blocks from the ride finish to Pete’s Pizza and eat at the outside tables there. If you sign up, and later decide not to ride, please cancel online by 4 pm the day of the ride. Ride cancellation in the event of rain and wet roads will be posted here no later than 5p the day of the ride.
This ride is CANCELED due to inclement weather.
Start: Open City Coffee House, 2331 Calvert St NW, Washington, DC 20008
We will launch at 10am! Riders are encouraged to show up early to socialize and support local business :)
End: Don Juan‘s, 1660 Lamont St NW, Washington, DC
64-mile loop:
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46050420
38-mile loop:
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46061435
This awesome ride is back in action in 2024. It’s still a ride from DC out to the parks and to the leafy green streets of Montgomery Co - no car needed, with some new added perks since cycling is only as enjoyable as the coffee and tailgating.
As always, the route features loops with lots of rolling hills and a few lung-inhaling climbs. This month includes Mountain Gate and Berryville Road and traverses several urban neighborhoods on well-established bicycle corridors and through some quiet back roads around Potomac.
While we look forward to the joys of spinning harmoniously and consciously in pace lines, we are recreational riders and not racers, so we’re prioritizing socializing before and after the ride itself. We encourage all to arrive early before the 10:00 AM ride start to enjoy coffee and a pastry at Open City Coffee House (2321 Woodley Road, near the intersection with Connecticut Ave and a hop-skip-and-a-jump from the Woodley Park metro station on the red line. Enjoy a post-ride tailgate at Don Juan‘s in Mount Pleasant (1660 Lamont Street, NW at the corner of Mt. Pleasant Avenue).
Contacts:
Matt Birnbaum
noshbygosh@icloud.com
202-895-0979
Lee Goldberg
lmgoldberg@gmail.com
240-393-7328
Matt Gilchrist
gilchristm@protonmail.com
360-751-4921
Broad Branch Road & Beach Drive in Rock Creek Park
https://maps.app.goo.gl/XhyJULjxYrmLg9sE9
Former Bike Rack DC Beginner ride, it has survived the closing of BRDC, and the pandemic, and morphed into a ride that offers something for everyone. A/B/C groups usually form after the first attack following a social start. Regroup at the turnaround and again at the finish.
If you’re feeling racy you can race. If you don’t have legs you can likely fall in with another group and meet up at the turnaround point (Viers Mill Park). Expect pace lines, breakaways and tactics up front, but very little vehicular traffic throughout. While it can get spicy, this is ultimately a social ride and all are welcome to enjoy post-ride refreshments and revelry at Don Juan‘s in Mount Pleasant, just a short climb past the finish.
Gunston Elementary School
EMAIL RIDE LEADER TO PROVIDE EMERGENCY CONTACT WHEN REGISTERING. SEE CUE SHEET LINK AT END OF DESCRIPTION. Moderately hilly to hilly. Here’s a challenging ride through the southeast Fairfax County suburbs with some rural roads. Take a spin and judge for yourself. Part of the latter half of the route goes past the old Lorton Penitentiary. Meet at the first entrance to the school parking lot. Lunch afterward at a nearby eatery. Call in the event of questionable weather. Check the website for cancellation information or call an hour before the ride start. For detailed directions, do an internet map search for Gunston Elementary School, Lorton, VA. Jeff Mankie [jsmankie@aol.com] [(571) 332-2130].
GPS file for the 27-mile route - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38894594
CUE SHEET LINK - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mGL-hiwdAXPH0YkELY4lWsn2HjYFUZ7D/view?usp=sharing
Warrenton Aquatic and Recreation Facility,
Rolling ride south through Remington. All paved. Start at Warrenton Aquatic and Recreation Facility, 800 Waterloo Rd, Warrenton, VA 20186. Porta-jons at ride start are usually in good condition. Rest stop at 5 de Mayo, mile 30.5. Mike McCarley, 703.218.0707, mccarleym218@gmail.com. Contact me with questions before the ride or if there are issues during the ride.
First parking lot of the Burke Centre Amtrak/vre Station
Recreational and socializing biking ride toward Burke Lake Marina.
Glen Echo Park lower parking lot off of Oxford St
The Usual Monday Ride from Glen Echo. For Covid vaccinated riders, a weekly ride primarily through the rolling neighborhoods of Bethesda and Potomac. Usually, the exact route is at the whim of the ride leaders, so there are no cues and the distance varies. The group stops to regroup at all decision points and at the tops of any significant climbs. When there is interest and on Federal Holidays, a longer option is usually available. Coffee shop and socializing near end of the ride. On holidays a RidewithGPS file of a 35ish and 60ish mile route will be posted here. Ride Leaders: Warren Farb (wfarb@mac.com) and Janice Stoodley (janice.stoodley1@gmail.com)
SORRY high winds today. See you next week.
The usual Monday EZ BB pace ride throughout Frederick County on rural roads, frequent use of pacelines, no big climbs, exact route varies each week, so no cue sheet, we regroup at decision points. We will go longer as daylight allows up to 50 miles in late June/July.
5:03 pm start at the Starbucks on 7th Street in Frederick. No go in active rain. Ride leader: Darius Mark (darius.mark.mdge@statefarm.com). Rides are also posted, updated, and cancelled on FB here: @frederickroadriding
Evening workout from Rileys Lock. We will start looping in the "Nebo Rollers" for the joy of it. Cyclists gather at Cafe Roma in Darnestown afterwards for beverages and training meal for those who wish to train further.
Park in first lot on the left where porta-Johns are located. Eric has agreed to arrive early and clean the bathrooms for us.
If having difficulty signing up, you may simply text me at 301 252-2016 and I‘ll sign you up.
Yup: we are back for 2024, y‘all! A prompt 6pm departure will take us on an ever-changing route (due to sunset times) out to Montgomery County and back, taking myriad turns, climbs, descents, and views in along the way. THIS IS NOT A SHOW-AND-GO RIDE! Please click on the ride description and sign the online waiver (Google Form) - you need only do this once for the ENTIRE DTB series! Ride will not go in thunderstorms, AQI > 100, heat index over 100°F, bad windstorms, ice, or snow.
Glen Echo Park - lower parking lot, turn off MacArthur Blvd onto Oxford Street
Each week will have a uniquely assigned Ride with GPS route link posted at least two days before the ride. All riders are expected to download the Ride with GPS route onto their devices or have printed out a cue sheet in case they decide to separate from the group for whatever reason. The group is expected to ride together at the group leader’s C pace, which will be 11 to 12 mph on average. Rides typically are 25 to 30 miles and ascent will be between 1,000’ and 2,200’, depending on the route. All routes are in low-traffic, moderately hilly residential areas. Those wishing to ride at an average pace of greater than 12 mph usually will have the opportunity to form a CC-level ride group at the start and depart a few minutes early with a ride leader from among their ranks. Each ride will have a rest/restroom stop midway and an optional lunch stop near the end. This is a recurring ride. ALL RIDERS MUST REGISTER EACH WEEK. For new riders, emergency-contact information is collected at the ride start.
Join us for a new weekly evening ride starting on Thursdays in April! We’ll take on a rolling route of 25-30 miles with some hills and aim to regroup a couple of times to stay together. We plan for one group going a high B/low BB pace. Meet in front of the bike shop at Laytons VIllage shopping center.
WARNING: There is a non-PPTC group ride leaving from the same parking lot on Thursdays - you will quickly know if you accidentally join their AA pace race practice. Ask for Allison or Chris with PPTC if you aren‘t sure if you have the right group!
This social ride is one of the Thursday evening Tenleytown DC meet-ups and is a 15.2 mile loop through Westgate, Kenwood, Bethesda, Chevy Chase, then to within sight of the Mormon Temple, and back. The route for this evening is relatively flat with a couple of pesky hills out and back coming to about 900 feet total of climbing, mostly on quiet residential streets with the exception of a short stretch through downtown Bethesda.
Meet by 6:15p at the south parking lot of the now-closed Tenleytown ElectriCityBikes store on Wisconsin Ave., NW.
GPS file route - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/30012899
Those so desiring afterwards can go several blocks from the ride finish to Pete’s Pizza and eat at the outside tables there. If you sign up, and later decide not to ride, please cancel online by 4 pm the day of the ride. Ride cancellation in the event of rain and wet roads will be posted here no later than 5p the day of the ride.
This route, starting at K2 Cafe in Poolesville travels over mostly lightly travelled roads with a stop at Dickerson store.
Please download your own cue sheet: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/39633385
Registration and helmets required.
Metric with lot‘s of climbing on first stage of Skyline Drive from Front Royal South. Short break at Panorama Parking lot with rest stop at Elk Wallow on way north.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46574745
Broad Branch Road & Beach Drive in Rock Creek Park
https://maps.app.goo.gl/XhyJULjxYrmLg9sE9
Former Bike Rack DC Beginner ride, it has survived the closing of BRDC, and the pandemic, and morphed into a ride that offers something for everyone looking to compete. A/B/C groups usually form after the first attack following a social start. Regroup at the turnaround and again at the finish.
If you’re feeling racy you can race. If you don’t have legs you can likely fall in with another group and meet up at the turnaround point (Viers Mill Park). Expect pace lines, breakaways and tactics up front, but very little vehicular traffic throughout. While it can get spicy, this is ultimately a social ride and all are welcome to enjoy post-ride refreshments and revelry at Don Juan‘s in Mount Pleasant, just a short climb past the finish.
PROVIDE EMERGENCY CONTACT BY EMAIL TO RIDE LEADER WHEN REGISTERING. SEE CUE SHEET LINK AT END OF DESCRIPTION, OR TOP OF PAGE UNDER "WHERE".
BATHROOM FACILITIES AT THE WORKHOUSE WILL NOT BE OPEN AT THE RIDE START. THEY OPEN AT NOON. Park at Building W-10 located on the northwest side of the complex. See map: https://www.workhousearts.org/campus-map.
9518 Workhouse Way, Lorton, VA 22079
Ride away from the Workhouse Arts Center to explore the suburban neighborhood streets of Lorton up to West Springfield and back. Near the start there will be a 50 yard, unpaved, hard-packed path to ride on. Lunch afterwards at a nearby eatery. Stay for the Suffragette Memorial or return to the Workhouse Arts Center to visit the Lucy Burns Museum (history of the women’s suffragette movement) and artist galleries.
Jeff Mankie [jsmankie@aol.com] [(571) 332-2130]
GPS file for 25 mile route - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46451999
CUE SHEET LINK - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ZPsTFr_zwfSPoG_iSCot6Xtt_S4QYRyv/view?usp=drive_link
6828 Olney Laytonsville Road
Classic Ride from Laytonsville - 50 Miles to nowhere
First parking lot of the Burke Centre Amtrak/VRE Station
Recreational and socializing biking ride toward Burke Lake Marina and optional to Lorton Valley Shopping Center. On your demand rides morning weekdays are possible.
Glen Echo Park lower parking lot off of Oxford St
The Usual Monday Ride from Glen Echo. For Covid vaccinated riders, a weekly ride primarily through the rolling neighborhoods of Bethesda and Potomac. Usually, the exact route is at the whim of the ride leaders, so there are no cues and the distance varies. The group stops to regroup at all decision points and at the tops of any significant climbs. When there is interest and on Federal Holidays, a longer option is usually available. Coffee shop and socializing near end of the ride. On holidays a RidewithGPS file of a 35ish and 60ish mile route will be posted here. Ride Leaders: Warren Farb (wfarb@mac.com) and Janice Stoodley (janice.stoodley1@gmail.com)
SORRY high winds today. See you next week.
The usual Monday EZ BB pace ride throughout Frederick County on rural roads, frequent use of pacelines, no big climbs, exact route varies each week, so no cue sheet, we regroup at decision points. We will go longer as daylight allows up to 50 miles in late June/July.
5:03 pm start at the Starbucks on 7th Street in Frederick. No go in active rain. Ride leader: Darius Mark (darius.mark.mdge@statefarm.com). Rides are also posted, updated, and cancelled on FB here: @frederickroadriding
Yup: we are back for 2024, y‘all! A prompt 6pm departure will take us on an ever-changing route (due to sunset times) out to Montgomery County and back, taking myriad turns, climbs, descents, and views in along the way. THIS IS NOT A SHOW-AND-GO RIDE! Please click on the ride description and sign the online waiver (Google Form) - you need only do this once for the ENTIRE DTB series! Ride will not go in thunderstorms, AQI > 100, heat index over 100°F, bad windstorms, ice, or snow.
Glen Echo Park - lower parking lot, turn off MacArthur Blvd onto Oxford Street
Each week will have a uniquely assigned Ride with GPS route link posted at least two days before the ride. All riders are expected to download the Ride with GPS route onto their devices or have printed out a cue sheet in case they decide to separate from the group for whatever reason. The group is expected to ride together at the group leader’s C pace, which will be 11 to 12 mph on average. Rides typically are 25 to 30 miles and ascent will be between 1,000’ and 2,200’, depending on the route. All routes are in low-traffic, moderately hilly residential areas. Those wishing to ride at an average pace of greater than 12 mph usually will have the opportunity to form a CC-level ride group at the start and depart a few minutes early with a ride leader from among their ranks. Each ride will have a rest/restroom stop midway and an optional lunch stop near the end. This is a recurring ride. ALL RIDERS MUST REGISTER EACH WEEK. For new riders, emergency-contact information is collected at the ride start.
Join us for a new weekly evening ride starting on Thursdays in April! We’ll take on a rolling route of 25-30 miles with some hills and aim to regroup a couple of times to stay together. We plan for one group going a high B/low BB pace. Meet in front of the bike shop at Laytons VIllage shopping center.
Route updated 5/16 - longer days, longer version of the ride!
WARNING: There is a non-PPTC group ride leaving from the same parking lot on Thursdays - you will quickly know if you accidentally join their AA pace race practice. Ask for Allison or Chris with PPTC if you aren‘t sure if you have the right group!
Evening workout from Rileys Lock. Ride tends to be hard and fast. A few cyclists will gather at Cafe Roma in Darnestown afterwards for beverages and training meal for those who wish to train further.
Park in first lot on the left where porta-Johns are located. Eric has agreed to arrive early and clean the bathrooms for us.
If having difficulty signing up, you may simply text me at 301 252-2016 and I‘ll sign you up.
This social ride is one of the Thursday evening Tenleytown DC meet-ups and is a 15.5 mile loop through Westgate, Woodacres, Bannockburn, then back through Palisades and AU Park. The route for this evening has some pesky hills out and back coming to about 1125 feet total of climbing, mostly on quiet residential streets.
Meet by 6:15p at the south parking lot of the now-closed Tenleytown ElectriCityBikes store on Wisconsin Ave., NW.
GPS file route - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/30205640
Those so desiring afterwards can go several blocks from the ride finish to Pete’s Pizza and eat at the outside tables there. If you sign up, and later decide not to ride, please cancel online by 4 pm the day of the ride. Ride cancellation in the event of rain and wet roads will be posted here no later than 5p the day of the ride.
Old Bust Head Brewing Company
Nice rolling hills to Midland and back.
Rest stop at mile 24 Midland Convenience Store.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41599377
This moderately hilly 31 mile ride starts at K2 Cafe in Poolesville and travels over mostly lightly travelled roads to the base of Sugarloaf with a rest stop at Dickerson Store.
Please download your own cue sheet: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/39185845
Registration and helmet required.
This ride is a long time club favorite and passes through three covered bridges in Frederick County, MD. The terrain is rolling and nearly perfect for tandems, with approximately 1600 ft of elevation change over 41.6 miles. There are several parks along the route where we can regroup and / or take rest breaks. We will also pass through Emmitsburg, where drinks and snacks are available, and Mt St. Mary‘s University. We will use the tunnel under US 15 at Mt. St. Mary‘s to avoid crossing the highway. We also pass near Thurmont, where food and drinks are also available.
The ride start location is Utica Park, which has restrooms.
We will be using this RWGPS route:
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/43631388
Ride Leaders:
Dave and Julie Harper
571-436-2286
Broad Branch Road & Beach Drive in Rock Creek Park
https://maps.app.goo.gl/XhyJULjxYrmLg9sE9
Former Bike Rack DC Beginner ride, it has survived the closing of BRDC, and the pandemic, and morphed into a ride that offers something for everyone. A/B/C groups usually form after the first attack following a social start. Regroup at the turnaround and again at the finish.
If you’re feeling racy you can race. If you don’t have legs you can likely fall in with another group and meet up at the turnaround point (Viers Mill Park). Expect pace lines, breakaways and tactics up front, but very little vehicular traffic throughout. While it can get spicy, this is ultimately a social ride and all are welcome to enjoy post-ride refreshments and revelry at Don Juan‘s in Mount Pleasant, just a short climb past the finish.
See description below for Century and Metric Century ride locations and start times.
Frederick Pedalers Century/Metric rescheduled to Sunday May 19 - All paces, No official leader. Free.
The century starts at 0730 at Utica District Park. The metric starts at Emmitsburg Dunkin‘ (103 Silo Hill Pkwy, Emmitsburg, MD 21727) at 0845.
The plan is to leave Utica at the right time to reach Emmitsburg (mile 18) in time to meet the metric riders. The century route from there is identical to the metric route all the way back to Emmitsburg. The century route then goes on to Utica.
Ride With GPS cue sheets are here:
https://drive.google.com/.../1ZOP0-cD8bZ0qN7qfG2Kic...
Ride with GPS routes:
Metric: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45958260
Century: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45958044
I recommend that each user download the cue sheet and import the RWGPS track into their navigation units.
Store Distances:
Century: 18, 42, 48, 56, 69, 82
Metric: 0, 24, 30, 37, 51, 64
This moderately hilly ride is mostly on lightly travelled roads with a rest stop at Dickerson Store.
Helmet and Registration Required.
Please print your own cue sheet: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38857301
Gunston Elementary School
EMAIL THE RIDE LEADER TO PROVIDE EMERGENCY CONTACT WHEN REGISTERING. SEE CUE SHEET LINK AT END OF DESCRIPTION, OR TOP OF PAGE UNDER "WHERE". Non-members can contact the ride leader to sign up in advance. This ride begins near the Gunston Road bike path, continuing through surrounding neighborhoods and Mason Neck State Park. The route is relatively flat with a couple not too long hills out and back. Start with an out and back near the beginning featuring an eastern view of Belmont Bay. Ride along Gunston Road on the bike path, through some of the neighborhoods, into Mason Neck State Park, and to Gunston Hall. Meet at the second entrance to the school parking lot. Lunch afterward at a local eatery. Jeff Mankie [jsmankie@aol.com] [(571) 332-2130]
GPS file for 27 mile route - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/30012739
CUE SHEET LINK -https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ZohD2kB-UqkY2jIKFAxQwSQJ6yCGAYi6/view?usp=sharing
First parking lot of the Burke Centre Amtrak/VRE Station
Recreational and socializing biking ride toward Burke Lake Marina. On your demand rides in the morning other weekdays are possible. Call or send email to set up a date and time in advance.
Utica Park, Frederick Maryland
Frederick Pedalers Spring Century/Metric/more
We are planning a century/metric (and more) on Saturday May 18 (rain date May 19). This is a go at your own pace ride, as we‘ve no official ride leader.
Century start: Utica District Park 0730
Metric start: In front of Dunkin‘ in Emmitsburg on Silo Hill Rd 0845-ish
Details: The metric century uses the same roads as the full century - just a subset. This way, those doing the full 100 can ride with those who would prefer to ride 64 miles instead.
Shortcuts: Century can be cut to 64 or 85 miles; Metric can be cut to 27 or 49 miles; imaginative people can take those together and make other distances, but you‘ll want the cue sheets (which I‘ll place on a Google drive next week).
Stores will be noted on the cue sheets and RWGPS - there are plenty; you won‘t go hungry or thirsty.
You can access the rides collection at https://ridewithgps.com/collections/2372792
Or, the individual routes:
Century: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45958044
Metric: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45958260
Everyone is welcome - members and non-members, but we will ask you to sign something to the effect that you will not sue me or call me names.
Glen Echo Park lower parking lot off of Oxford St
The Usual Monday Ride from Glen Echo. For Covid vaccinated riders, a weekly ride primarily through the rolling neighborhoods of Bethesda and Potomac. Usually, the exact route is at the whim of the ride leaders, so there are no cues and the distance varies. The group stops to regroup at all decision points and at the tops of any significant climbs. When there is interest and on Federal Holidays, a longer option is usually available. Coffee shop and socializing near end of the ride. On holidays a RidewithGPS file of a 35ish and 60ish mile route will be posted here. Ride Leaders: Warren Farb (wfarb@mac.com) and Janice Stoodley (janice.stoodley1@gmail.com)
SORRY high winds today. See you next week.
The usual Monday EZ BB pace ride throughout Frederick County on rural roads, frequent use of pacelines, no big climbs, exact route varies each week, so no cue sheet, we regroup at decision points. We will go longer as daylight allows up to 50 miles in late June/July.
5:03 pm start at the Starbucks on 7th Street in Frederick. No go in active rain. Ride leader: Darius Mark (darius.mark.mdge@statefarm.com). Rides are also posted, updated, and cancelled on FB here: @frederickroadriding
Point of Rocks Boat Launch
Mostly rolling gravel roads. Recommend gravel or cyclocross tires for comfort and safety. Start at Point of Rocks parking near the boat ramp, 3703 Canal Rd, Point of Rocks, MD. (See map.) Restrooms available at start. Begin with climb over Furnace Mtn. Finish with 7 flat miles on the C&O. Rest stop at Lovettsville 7-11 mile 23.7. Mike McCarley, 703.218.0707, mccarleym218@gmail.com. Contact me with questions before the ride.
Yup: we are back for 2024, y‘all! A prompt 6pm departure will take us on an ever-changing route (due to sunset times) out to Montgomery County and back, taking myriad turns, climbs, descents, and views in along the way. THIS IS NOT A SHOW-AND-GO RIDE! Please click on the ride description and sign the online waiver (Google Form) - you need only do this once for the ENTIRE DTB series! Ride will not go in thunderstorms, AQI > 100, heat index over 100°F, bad windstorms, ice, or snow.
Old Bust Head Brewing Company
Farmland, forests, rolling hills and the Rappahanock River.
Rest Stop mile 23 at Dollar General.
Rest Stop mile 41 at 5 De Mayo Grocery.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/39269373
Glen Echo Park - lower parking lot, turn off MacArthur Blvd onto Oxford Street
Each week will have a uniquely assigned Ride with GPS route link posted at least two days before the ride. All riders are expected to download the Ride with GPS route onto their devices or have printed out a cue sheet in case they decide to separate from the group for whatever reason. The group is expected to ride together at the group leader’s C pace, which will be 11 to 12 mph on average. Rides typically are 25 to 30 miles and ascent will be between 1,000’ and 2,200’, depending on the route. All routes are in low-traffic, moderately hilly residential areas. Those wishing to ride at an average pace of greater than 12 mph usually will have the opportunity to form a CC-level ride group at the start and depart a few minutes early with a ride leader from among their ranks. Each ride will have a rest/restroom stop midway and an optional lunch stop near the end. This is a recurring ride. ALL RIDERS MUST REGISTER EACH WEEK. For new riders, emergency-contact information is collected at the ride start.
Join us for a new weekly evening ride starting on Thursdays in April! We’ll take on a rolling route of 25-30 miles with some hills and aim to regroup a couple of times to stay together. We plan for one group going a high B/low BB pace. Meet in front of the bike shop at Laytons VIllage shopping center.
WARNING: There is a non-PPTC group ride leaving from the same parking lot on Thursdays - you will quickly know if you accidentally join their AA pace race practice. Ask for Allison or Chris with PPTC if you aren‘t sure if you have the right group!
This social ride is one of the Thursday evening Tenleytown DC meet-ups and is a 15 mile loop through Chevy Chase DC, around the Mormon Temple, then back. The route for this evening has some pesky hills out and back but only coming to about 770 feet total of climbing, mostly on quiet residential streets.
Meet by 6:15p at the south parking lot of the now-closed Tenleytown ElectriCityBikes store on Wisconsin Ave., NW.
GPS file route - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/30129250
Those so desiring afterwards can go several blocks from the ride finish to Pete’s Pizza and eat at the outside tables there. If you sign up, and later decide not to ride, please cancel online by 4 pm the day of the ride. Ride cancellation in the event of rain and wet roads will be posted here no later than 5p the day of the ride.
Broad Branch Road & Beach Drive in Rock Creek Park
https://maps.app.goo.gl/XhyJULjxYrmLg9sE9
Former Bike Rack DC Beginner ride, it has survived the closing of BRDC, and the pandemic, and morphed into a ride that offers something for everyone. A/B/C groups usually form after the first attack following a social start. Regroup at the turnaround and again at the finish.
If you’re feeling racy you can race. If you don’t have legs you can likely fall in with another group and meet up at the turnaround point (Viers Mill Park). Expect pace lines, breakaways and tactics up front, but very little vehicular traffic throughout. While it can get spicy, this is ultimately a social ride and all are welcome to enjoy post-ride refreshments and revelry at Don Juan‘s in Mount Pleasant, just a short climb past the finish.
Glen Echo Park lower parking lot off of Oxford St
The Usual Monday Ride from Glen Echo. For Covid vaccinated riders, a weekly ride primarily through the rolling neighborhoods of Bethesda and Potomac. Usually, the exact route is at the whim of the ride leaders, so there are no cues and the distance varies. The group stops to regroup at all decision points and at the tops of any significant climbs. When there is interest and on Federal Holidays, a longer option is usually available. Coffee shop and socializing near end of the ride. On holidays a RidewithGPS file of a 35ish and 60ish mile route will be posted here. Ride Leaders: Warren Farb (wfarb@mac.com) and Janice Stoodley (janice.stoodley1@gmail.com)
SORRY high winds today. See you next week.
The usual Monday EZ BB pace ride throughout Frederick County on rural roads, frequent use of pacelines, no big climbs, exact route varies each week, so no cue sheet, we regroup at decision points. We will go longer as daylight allows up to 50 miles in late June/July.
5:03 pm start at the Starbucks on 7th Street in Frederick. No go in active rain. Ride leader: Darius Mark (darius.mark.mdge@statefarm.com). Rides are also posted, updated, and cancelled on FB here: @frederickroadriding
Yup: we are back for 2024, y‘all! A prompt 6pm departure will take us on an ever-changing route (due to sunset times) out to Montgomery County and back, taking myriad turns, climbs, descents, and views in along the way. THIS IS NOT A SHOW-AND-GO RIDE! Please click on the ride description and sign the online waiver (Google Form) - you need only do this once for the ENTIRE DTB series! Ride will not go in thunderstorms, AQI > 100, heat index over 100°F, bad windstorms, ice, or snow.
Glen Echo Park - lower parking lot, turn off MacArthur Blvd onto Oxford Street
Each week will have a uniquely assigned Ride with GPS route link posted at least two days before the ride. All riders are expected to download the Ride with GPS route onto their devices or have printed out a cue sheet in case they decide to separate from the group for whatever reason. The group is expected to ride together at the group leader’s C pace, which will be 11 to 12 mph on average. Rides typically are 25 to 30 miles and ascent will be between 1,000’ and 2,200’, depending on the route. All routes are in low-traffic, moderately hilly residential areas. Those wishing to ride at an average pace of greater than 12 mph usually will have the opportunity to form a CC-level ride group at the start and depart a few minutes early with a ride leader from among their ranks. Each ride will have a rest/restroom stop midway and an optional lunch stop near the end. This is a recurring ride. ALL RIDERS MUST REGISTER EACH WEEK. For new riders, emergency-contact information is collected at the ride start.
Join us for a new weekly evening ride starting on Thursdays in April! We’ll take on a rolling route of 25-30 miles with some hills and aim to regroup a couple of times to stay together. We plan for one group going a high B/low BB pace. Meet in front of the bike shop at Laytons VIllage shopping center.
WARNING: There is a non-PPTC group ride leaving from the same parking lot on Thursdays - you will quickly know if you accidentally join their AA pace race practice. Ask for Allison or Chris with PPTC if you aren‘t sure if you have the right group!
Tenleytown ElectriCitiBikes (now closed) - south parking lot
This social ride is one of the Thursday evening Tenleytown DC meet-ups and is a 16.2 mile loop that crosses Rock Creek Park to Takoma Park then returns through Chevy Chase DC back to the starting point. The route for this evening has a couple of pesky hills climbing out of Rock Creek Park out and back coming to about 1200 feet total of climbing, with riding mostly on quiet residential streets.
Meet by 6:15p at the south parking lot of the now-closed Tenleytown ElectriCitiBikes store on Wisconsin Ave., NW.
GPS file route - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29526340
Those so desiring afterwards can go several blocks from the ride finish to Pete’s Pizza and eat at the outside tables there. If you sign up, and later decide not to ride, please cancel online by 4 pm the day of the ride. Ride cancellation in the event of rain and wet roads will be posted here no later than 5p the day of the ride.