Saturday, April 19, 2025
START: SEV - 7th District ES -- Ride Terrain: Rolling With Hills, Ride Leader's Pace: 15 mph, Regrouping: Some, Rest Stops: Snack, Rain Cancellation: Precipitation >60%,
Gary's ride is too short, and I am not ready to ride 80 miles in the moutains with Carl, so I thought I'd offer something in between. This is a riff on Ed Cahill's Hanover--up by Hills, back by Valleys. Lunch stop at Rutters in Hanover. There are some roads we haven't been on for a while and a few new ones suggested by RideWithGPS. It should be a lovely, warm day for a long-ish ride!
I will not be handing out cue sheets, so if you want one, please print your own!
Tcx url: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50377797START: Skyline Dr. Front Royal, VA -- Ride Terrain: Very Hilly, Regrouping: Some, Rest Stops: Snack,
Classic ride from Front Royal, VA - first 30 miles are hilly heading southbound on Skyline Drive in Shenandoah National Park, then descends into Luray, climbs up over the Massanutten Ridge, and then a fast, flat return the last 30 miles through Fort Valley. Rest stops at Elkwallow Wayside (mile 24), Luray (mile 41), and Fort Valley (~mile 60). There is a $15 entrance fee for bicycles at Shenandoah National Park. However, to celebrate the 1st day of National Park week, there is NO entrance fee today!!!
I missed this last year( Nov.) due to car trouble :(
NO paper cues provided*
Tcx url: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48865177START: Butler Volunteer Fire Company/Veloccino -- Ride Terrain: Rolling With Hills, Ride Leader's Pace: 14 mph, Regrouping: None, Rest Stops: Snack, Rain Cancellation: Precipitation >60%,
This is a beautiful, short, hilly ride through the Prettyboy watershed. There are 5 major hills and numerous small ones. None are terribly steep. We'll ride approx 22 miles to the High's on Rayville Rd for our rest stop. Last year, there was a Porta Potty on the parking lot. It's only 11 miles and one big climb back to Veloccino.
I'm leading this ride because I need to pedal after laying off this winter. Although the calendar said spring, high winds kept me indoors. The high temp for Butler for Saturday is forecasted to be 85 (with 11 mph winds.) Regrouping depends on who shows up. I will be the sweep given my lack of fitness.
Web Link: https://baltobikeclub.org/index.php/cue-library/Baltimore-County/Under-50-Miles/Prettyboy-Plunge-Lite-33/
Tcx url: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50172066
Sunday, April 20, 2025
START: Meadowood Park -- Ride Terrain: Rolling With Hills, Ride Leader's Pace: 13 mph, Regrouping: Some, Rest Stops: None, Rain Cancellation: Sprinkles,
Ride leader will have paper cue sheets for this famliar ride through Northern Baltimore County. No snack/rest stop is planned, so bring what you need for fuel.
START: ButlerFireHouse/Veloccino -- Ride Terrain: Rolling With Hills, Ride Leader's Pace: 14 mph, Regrouping: None, Rest Stops: None, Rain Cancellation: Precipitation >60%,
I'm leading a short but terrific ride on Easter Sunday. This ride has everything. There are a few climbs but none are steep plus there are rollers and some flat sections. All of this takes place in northern Baltimore County's horse country in just 31 miles. We can stop at the Monkton Station for a bathroom break and at the Filling Station although it will probably be closed for the holiday. Regrouping depends on who shows up. I am hoping that riding both Saturday and Sunday will be the start of consistent riding for me.
Web Link: https://baltobikeclub.org/index.php/cue-library/Baltimore-County/Under-50-Miles/Veloccino-PineyHill-Sparks-31/Tcx url: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38169289
START: New Freedom Rails To Trails -- Ride Terrain: Rolling With Hills, Ride Leader's Pace: 12 mph, Regrouping: Some, Rest Stops: Snack, Rain Cancellation: Sprinkles,
This ride is all road riding except for .6 of a mile. The short trail segments can easily be bypassed by taking parallel paved roads next to the trail (not an issue).
The main reason I am doing this ride is for the optional really neat coffee shop at mile 29 about 2 blocks off the route (they are open 10am-5pm). The name is The Village Coffee & Cream at an old closed up bank. I was there once (Carol & Walt's advice) and it is definitely worth going. Jennifer is doing the ride and I know she will love it. The address is 44 S. Main St., Shrewsbury, PA 17361. It is optional but a shame if you do not try it!
The first half is mostly The Ranch Ride in reverse. Snack stop at Glenville store at mile 16. I called a few restaurants at other lunch stops for other rides and they are not open tomorrow for the holidays (like Giovanni's in Hanover). If by some chance the Glenville store is closed we can find a place in Glen Rock (gas station should be open).
This is an all pace ride and anyone over a 10mph pace will not be alone in the back. We usually ride at an 11-14 pace. I will bring lots of formatted cue sheets.
Address of start: 117 N. Front St. , New Freedom, PA 17349. Nice indoor bathrooms at start.
Tcx url: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50396707Monday, April 21, 2025
START: 1623 Brewing 5975 Exchange Dr Suite H-L, Eldersburg, MD 21784 -- Ride Terrain: Rolling With Hills,
Nice, scenic ride through Carroll / Cow county farmland. Reposted due to last week's forecast of 40 mph winds!!! There's a 7-11 in New Windsor. However, it doesn't have a restroom, so, I tend to skip it. Plan accordingly. *NO paper cues provided*
Tcx url: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36625368Tuesday, April 22, 2025
START: ORR - Oregon Ridge Park -- Ride Terrain: Rolling With Hills, Ride Leader's Pace: 16 mph, Regrouping: Some, Rest Stops: Snack, Rain Cancellation: Precipitation >60%,
Beautiful ride doing both the rollers on Bradenbaugh outbound and the shaded Rock Ridge on return. We stop at High's Shawsville at mile 20 and snack at Deli-Creamery in Jarrettsville at mile 36. Ride leader will have ice cream in Jarrettsville. Rolling to Hilly (4000 ft).
Come join the Fun!
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/43077684
Web Link: https://baltobikeclub.org/index.php/cue-library/func-startdown/697/
Tcx url: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/43077684
Saturday, April 26, 2025
START: Eastern Market Metro Station 701 Pennsylvania Ave SE Washington DC 20003 -- Ride Terrain: Flat, Regrouping: Some, Rest Stops: Snack, Rain Cancellation: Precipitation >60%,
Join us for a joint tandem ride with the Metro Washington Association of Blind Athletes (MWABA). We will start at the Eastern Market Metro station and stop for a rest stop at Vigilante coffee shop in Hyattsville. Lunch after the ride in Eastern Market.
From MWABA:
We will start the ride at 10:00. We will be doing a training from 9-10. The training is intended for captains and stokers who haven't ridden tandem bikes before. Sign up for the training and/or ride is:
https://forms.gle/5qhNqJzHCf7Cf5K38 If you would like to captain for an MWABA stoker that would be great! If you are a "full" team you can note that on the form.
Registration required: Use the form above or email mwaba.inc@gmail.com.
Tentative 21-mile route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50231008
or 28-mile option: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50231033
Sunday, April 27, 2025
START: TMP Taneytown Memorial Park, Taneytown, MD -- Ride Terrain: Rolling With Hills, Regrouping: Some, Rest Stops: Snack, Rain Cancellation: Sprinkles,
Baltimore Bicycling Club
5th ANNUAL SEASON OPENER
SUNDAY, APRIL 27, 2025
TANEYTOWN MEMORIAL PARK
Mark your calendars for this ride event to usher in the 2025 season.
Four scenic, low traffic, mostly rolling terrain rides will be available.
Choice of 27, 38, 41, or 46 mile routes with leaders!
RSVP by April 24th for Post-ride social (bagels, condiments & fruits). FREE for BBC Members. Please let Gloria Epstein know if you plan to stay after the ride: carlglo@verizon.net;
START: TMP Taneytown Memorial Park, Taneytown, MD -- Ride Terrain: Rolling, Ride Leader's Pace: 10 mph, Regrouping: Some, Rest Stops: Snack, Rain Cancellation: Precipitation >60%,
TANEYTOWN TO LITTLESTOWN 27
.Mostly gentle, rolling terrain with a rest stop @Royal Farms in Littlestown, PA, mile 17. There will be paper cue sheets at the start. Leader will sweep.
If you plan to stay for the after-ride social w/refreshments, contact Gloria: carlglo@verizon.net; (h) 410 665 3012; (c) 410 236 2129. There will be bagels, cream cheese hummus and more. BRING YOUR OWN DRINKS
DEADLINE TO REGISTER FOR AFTER-RIDE SOCIAL--APRIL 24
Web Link: https://baltobikeclub.org/index.php/cue-library/Carroll-County/Under-50-Miles/Taneytown-Littlestown-27/Tcx url: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35487641
START: TMP Taneytown Memorial Park, Taneytown, MD -- Ride Terrain: Rolling, Ride Leader's Pace: 12 mph, Regrouping: Some, Rest Stops: Snack, Rain Cancellation: Precipitation >60%,
BBC Season Opener-38 (Southern PA Farmland Tour)
Rural very low traffic scenic & peaceful farmland ride. Intended for a pleasant, easy-going tour! Mostly rolling with extended farmland stretches.
First Rest Stop (snack & toilet) at 19.8 miles (Porta Potty on the left by the Ranch!) Second Rest Stop at 27.9 miles for Lunch/snack at Royal Farms, in Littlestown.
You can download the route to your device from RWGPS at the given link, and you can print a cue sheet by clicking on "More" tab and then on "Print Map & Cue PDF."
Paper cue sheets will also be available at the start.
If you plan to stay for the after-ride social with bagels, condiments and fruits, contact Gloria: carlglo@verizon.net; (h) 410 665 3012; (c) 410 236 2129. BRING YOUR OWN DRINKS
DEADLINE TO REGISTER FOR AFTER-RIDE SOCIAL-- 24 April.
Posted by: BBC President
Web Link: https://baltobikeclub.org/index.php/cue-library/Carroll-County/Under-50-Miles/2023-Season-Opener-38/Tcx url: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42397134
START: Taneytown Memorial Park -- Ride Terrain: Rolling, Ride Leader's Pace: 17 mph, Regrouping: Some, Rest Stops: Snack, Rain Cancellation: Precipitation >60%,
Rolling ride to Thurmont with rest stop at Highs, mile 22 - also McDonalds, RoyRogers,TacoBell, & KFC same intersection. Rolling return with brief foray into PA. Then across the Mason-Dixon Line into MD via Harney returning to TMP. Cue sheets will be available at sign up in the pavillion. Bagels and condiments and socializing afterward at the park, free to BBC members. Please RSVP (see flyer) by April 24.
Tcx url: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46169523START: TMP Taneytown Memorial Park, Taneytown, MD -- Ride Terrain: Rolling With Hills, Ride Leader's Pace: 13 mph, Regrouping: Some, Rest Stops: Snack, Rain Cancellation: Precipitation >60%,
Rolling ride to Thurmont with break at High's mile 22. Rolling return via Bullfrog to McMullen & Baptist to 140.
If you plan to stay for the after-ride social with bagels, condiments and fruits, contact Gloria: carlglo@verizon.net; (h) 410 665 3012; (c) 410 236 2129. BRING YOUR OWN DRINKS
DEADLINE TO REGISTER FOR AFTER-RIDE SOCIAL-- 24 April.
Tcx url: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45910417Tuesday, April 29, 2025
START: ORR - Oregon Ridge Park -- Ride Terrain: Rolling With Hills, Ride Leader's Pace: 16 mph, Regrouping: Some, Rest Stops: Snack, Rain Cancellation: Precipitation >60%,
Ride on three distinct Falls Roads in Baltimore County plus extra bonus of a 'brief' encounter with Big Falls Rd. Replaces prior Four Falls Ride which had too much Big Falls and not enough of the second Falls Road. Removes riding on Mt Carmel and the dissatisfying mile 18 Exxon stop replaced by the mile 29 preferred Filling Station snack stop.
This route avoids Wesley Chapel in favor of Troyer & Shepperd going to Falls #4.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42948525
Tcx url: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42948525
Sunday, May 04, 2025
START: CMP - Carroll Manor Park -- Ride Terrain: Rolling With Hills, Ride Leader's Pace: 16 mph, Regrouping: Some, Rest Stops: Snack, Rain Cancellation: Precipitation >60%,
Scenic roll to Susquehanna State Park from Carroll Manor ES. About 4500' of mostly gentle climbing. Out through Delta and Darlington. Back via parts of Belair, Fallston, and Baldwin. Rest stops at 36mi - Highs and at 51mi - WAWA. Ride leader will have cue sheets at start. Or download from Cue Library or Ridewithgps . Come enjoy TeacherBob's annual B-day jaunt. If weather looms, check rides forum and/or here the night before or morning of. Web Link: https://www.baltobikeclub.org/index.php/cue-library/Baltimore-County/Over-50+-Miles/Rocks-Slate--and--River-V2/
Tcx url: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/37180740
Tuesday, May 06, 2025
START: Butler Fire Station / Veloccino -- Ride Terrain: Rolling With Hills, Ride Leader's Pace: 16 mph, Regrouping: Some, Rest Stops: Snack, Rain Cancellation: Precipitation >60%,
Rolling ride with hills to Hampstead where we have a snack feast at Rocco's.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50289841
Tcx url: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50289841Sunday, May 11, 2025
START: ORR - Oregon Ridge Park -- Ride Terrain: Rolling With Hills, Ride Leader's Pace: 16 mph, Regrouping: Some, Rest Stops: Snack, Rain Cancellation: Precipitation >60%,
Not as long nor as hard as the true 2025 Giro d'Italia and we won't get the crowds and the sag and the cycling press.
If for any reason the prior Sunday's Rocks, Slate, & River is postponed to this Sunday, then the Giro will move to next Sunday, May 18th!
We will do the AntiCyclonic direction for the ride on Sunday. AntiCyclonic garmin Course at http://www.baltobikeclub.org/images/agorapro/attachments/69/Giro-d-Italia-A-course.zip
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42337784
Come join the fun!
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Web Link: https://baltobikeclub.org/index.php/cue-library/Baltimore-County/Under-50-Miles/Giro-dItalia-AntiCyclonic/
Tcx url: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42337784
Friday, May 23, 2025
START: Washington College -- Ride Terrain: Flats And Hills, Ride Leader's Pace: 10 mph, Regrouping: Some, Rest Stops: None, Rain Cancellation: Precipitation >60%,
Group rides everyday of various distances and pace. Three and four day rates available. New this year, a one day picnic ride on Sunday May 25. Go to the icon at the top of the club's homepage to register or on the link.
Tcx url: https://haku.ly/b3c1b72783Saturday, May 24, 2025
START: Washington College -- Ride Terrain: Flat, Regrouping: Some, Rain Cancellation: Precipitation >60%,
Group rides everyday of various distances and pace. Three and four day rates available. New this year, a one day picnic ride on Sunday May 25. Go to the icon at the top of the club's homepage to register or on the link..
Tcx url: https://haku.ly/b3c1b72783Sunday, May 25, 2025
START: Washington College -- Ride Terrain: Flat, Ride Leader's Pace: 10 mph, Regrouping: Some, Rain Cancellation: Precipitation >60%,
Group rides everyday of various distances and pace. Three and four day rates available. New this year, a one day picnic ride on Sunday May 25. Go to the icon at the top of the club's homepage to register or on the link.
Tcx url: https://haku.ly/b3c1b72783START: Washington College -- Ride Terrain: Flat,
New one day picnic ride! Various mileage options. All paces welcome. Flat riding and scenic views. Enjoy the Chestertown Tea Party Festival after your ride! Must register by clicking on the Chestertown Weekend icon at the top of the homepage or on the link
Tcx url: https://haku.ly/b3c1b72783
Monday, May 26, 2025
START: Washington College -- Ride Terrain: Flat, Regrouping: Some, Rain Cancellation: Precipitation >60%,
Group rides everyday of various distances and pace. Three and four day rates available. Go to the icon at the top of the club's homepage to register or on the link.
Tcx url: https://haku.ly/b3c1b72783