Ride Schedule

running short on time today, can only do river road, can't make it to piermont. noon wheels down

We ride weekday 530AM and weekend 7AM. We go up E Crescent Rd to Mahwah area and back via quiet road. You should have light for morning ride. Most of us got back to Ridgewood by 7am. You can easily cut it shorter or extend it longer. Some day are easier recovery ride and some day are hilly racing type of ride with KOM and intermediate sprint point.

The Wednesday night B ride turnout has been very high with a mix of B and B* riders, so I will lead a B* ride for faster riders. Average speed will be at the very high end of the B* category approx 17-18 mph with speeds up to 25 mph on the flats. It will be the usual route to Sparkhill with regrouping at the fire house. We will repeat this each Wednesday and shorten the route as the amount of daylight decreases over the course of the summer.

The group will take our usual route to Nyack with 10 to 15 minutes stop at "The Spoon". We will continue to Rockland Lake - there we will do 3 laps at the speed each of us desires. After regrouping and going back to B* speed we will head back through Rockland and Bergen counties

***** We've been running under the radar for a few weeks since I'm recovering from a broken shoulder and my co-leader is recovering from knee surgery. If you've wanted to join us but thought B* was a bit too fast, jump in now and challenge yourself while we're still kind of weak! ;-) ****** Ladies, today we bump up the pace and put our skills to the test. This group is well known for helping grow its riders' strength, confidence, skills and speed while building great friendships. We'll work as a team to get the best out of each of us and have a great ride Meet time is 9:45 for a 10am rollout. We ride all year regardless of temps unless road or weather conditions are dangerous. Contact leader for any questions. 908-501-3842

"Every Wed. Night B Rides Return!": LEAVE 6 PM SHARP! . Return by sunset. Lights front and back mandatory. No go wet roads. Sign Up For This Ride or I will NOT show up! **IF RAIN ON WED, THEN RIDE WILL BE FOLLOWING DAY THURS!

Flat to gentle rolling. Bring Your Own Bike and join us for an evening Spin around Bergen County. Then Bring Your Own Bottle as we share food, spirits, and merriment with the Spin and Tonic riders. This is generally a fast paced, no-cue-sheet ride. Riders should expect to maintain a fast B or slow B* pace between the lead and the sweep. Those riders not keeping the pace and riding between the 2 leaders should expect to be dropped. Ride distance depends on sunset and the weather. Want to challenge yourself but are afraid of getting lost if dropped,ask leader for a cue sheet that will get you back to the start location. If case of inclement weather, check here for updates. We usually still meet for dinner. And because we are racing the setting sun, taillights are advised for those nights when the sun wins.

Meet at 23rd Ave & Central Ave one block from entrance to Island Beach State Park. Free parking on Central Ave. We will ride into Island Beach Park to the end and along the way see birds and wildlife. Check the status of the Osprey Nest that has two chicks. We will then ride out of park heading north traveling along the bay and then head to Seaside Heights for a short stop at boardwalk. Then travel along RT 35 to Point Pleasant. Stop for lunch or refreshments before heading back to our cars. No go if rain. Will leave early if no sign-ups call cell 201-920-6716

Join us for our Wednesday night Spin & Tonic ride and after ride gathering at Turvino's Restaraunt. We will ride at a true C* pace on several varying routes and then enjoy the after ride get to together of great people,good friends and most of all, great cyclists.

We welcome strong C Riders wishing to experience more than usual rolling terrain. We will ride at a slower pace on the hills. Will wait for all riders. No rush to get up hills. Beautiful country roads. PLEASE Bring snacks and 2 bottles of water. MUST SIGN UP FOR RIDE TO RECEIVE AN EMAIL SHOULD RIDE BE CANCELLED FOR UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCES OR BAD WEATHER. Please give yourself time to get to start location. We leave promptly at 9:40 am.

We'll take a casual lap of the race course followed by a more up-tempo lap. Weather looks excellent. Bite to eat in Morristown afterwards.

We head east to the Piermont fire house. We regroup a couple of times during the ride. There are a number of A* riders that start with us and then we break into groups. No go in rain.

Country hills and shade galore. Beat the heat and enjoy the fresh mountain air close to home.

Flat to moderately hilly. Every week a different ride out to Morris, Bergen, Essex or Passaic counties. This is a cue-sheetless ride, so no one is dropped. Please check this ride listing a few hours before the ride if weather is questionable. I encourage riders to sign-up online to speed the boarding process in the parking lot and to keep you informed of any cancellations.

If you live in Ramsey/Mahwah area and would like to catch a bike ride before work this ride is for you. Rolling hills. If the group would allow we might go with B* pace. We won't wait till 6:15am if all signed up are there earlier. No go if wet roads or chance of rain >20%. Sign-up online to be notified of any cancellations. We are meeting near Hilltop street entrance.

"After Work - Alpine Loop": We have moved Tuesday's ride to Thursday this week because of rain. Moderately Hilly. We will take River Road north to the Alpine police station. We will then go north on 9W for a few miles, turn around and return through the park at the Alpine police station. Please don't forget your lights. Since this is a simple route, no cue sheet is necessary. No one will be dropped.

Meet at 23rd Ave & Central Ave one block from entrance to Island Beach State Park. Park on Central Ave. We will ride into park and go to the end about 8.5 miles & possibly seeing a fox and other wildlife. Will then head out and travel to Point Pleasant riding along the bay and ocean and through Seaside Heights on our way to Point Pleasant. No go if rain & will leave early if no there are no sign-ups. Call cell 201-920-6716

Come and be part of The Thursday Morning Social for the 2013 season. As always the ride will be a fun filled, leisurely paced B ride. Route to be determined day of the ride. Lunch stop but no cue sheets. Newcomers welcome. Please note: the ride leader promises that as long as a true "B" pace (13.0 to 14.9 mph) can be kept by a rider then NO ONE will be dropped

This is the last day of Spring. A Rolling to Moderately Hilly ride. There will no cue sheets. No one gets dropped. The group will decide where we will go. The listed phone number is my home number. Do not call it on day of ride. Meet: Van Saun Park, Forest Ave,Paramus, NJ at 9:30 am for a prompt 9:45 am start. Expect to do 12 to 13 mph. No one will be dropped. Directions: From Rt 4. Take the Forest Ave exit and head north on Forest ave. Pass the traffic light at Howland Ave. About 1/2 mile past Howland, on your right, is the entrance to Van Saun Park. Enter the park and continue straight; DO NOT make the turn as you pass the first parking lot on your right.Look for Parking Lot 4 sign.

We ride weekday 530AM and weekend 7AM. We go up E Crescent Rd to Mahwah area and back via quiet road. You should have light for morning ride. Most of us got back to Ridgewood by 7am. You can easily cut it shorter or extend it longer. Some day are easier recovery ride and some day are hilly racing type of ride with KOM and intermediate sprint point.

We will climb our way to Bear Mountain and then do Perkins Memorial Drive.Cue sheets provided. One quick rest stop at Tiorati Circle and then a deli stop at the Cove deli on 9W. This is a HILLY ride so be warned. NOTE THE START SITE.

No flight to catch his week. So we'll again do Bay/Claremont, Crest Drive, Normal and Bradford, and we'll add in Fransico and the Nutley loop.

Practice the Ramapo Rally 25 mile route. Tour part of Mahwah, Ramsey, Franklin Lakes. Relatively flat with a few rolling hills. A nice ride for C* riders wanting to step it up a bit. Will keep a true B pace. No drops if pace is kept. More than 35 % rain chance will cancel the ride. Early out. Early back. Let's enjoy this morning ride. Meet at left parking lot after the yellow gate on the right inside the park. See you.

Join me on a no-drop ride and enjoy the flora and fauna on a tour through a local treasure, the Great Swamp! It's a no deli stop ride. Complimentary coffee is available pre or post ride at the Madison Bicycle Shop. We're done at 11:30am and you'll have the rest of the day to play!

As many are aware I have just moved upstate so I am posting a few rides to say goodbye :-( "Steak and Chocolates": Wait did I just read that correctly steak and chocolates. When I am sad nothing cheers me up quite like chocolate with that in mind its time to visit one of my favorite chocolatiers Genevieve's Home Made Candy in garfield nj. Genevieve's is one of those places you've only heard about but never experienced, I can't wait for some chocolate covered marshmellows but not to worry she makes sugar free treats for those with special dietary needs. We will spin through garfield, passaic, nutley, rutherford, wallignton and a few back roads on our way to our lunch stop Christian's steak and Grill http://www.yelp.com/biz/christians-steak-and-grill-garfield. Please arrive prepared with bike in good working order. Tires inflated, helmet, money (christians is cash only) saddle bag or backpack if you will be shopping. FORC cancels ride. This ride will depart from garfield high school parking lot which is located at 512 palisade ave, garfield nj. Terrain is moderately hilly

"Pomona Express" to David's Bagels and back! Co-leader Brian Hanson-Harding. We'll try to keep this to a reasonable pace especially since most of will be going to the Bear the day before

Join me for a true classic ride thru Orange and Ulster County's beautiful farmlands. This is a relatively flat to rolling ride with a long gradual 8 mile climb on the way back which is small price to pay after enjoying some of the best roads and scenary that the area has to offer. Full deli stop and cue sheet. As always on my rides: if you can do a steady B pace then YOU WILL NOT GET DROPPED! Mark your calendars and see you on the 23th!

Mostly flat but Ill call it Moderately hilly ride to Lake Valhalla that includes the wonderfull Lake Valhalla loop and a stiff and unavoidable (14% grade) short(1/4 mile) climb up Old Lane road. Our sightseeing tour will include pedaling past a bankrupt "Real Housewives of New Jersey" home on the way. No go Rain. Questions/ need directions? Call me on cell at 973-405-3410 tween 6&9 PM weekdays and after 7AM morning of ride.Deli stop. A NOT TO NYACK RIDE!

Join us for a classic ride to Nyack on a mostly flat route. We'll stop for lunch in Nyack and then return by a different and even flatter route. We will maintain a mid to high C* pace with no one left behind.

Flat to rolling. Cue sheet. This will be a new route that uses the Joseph B Clarke Rail Trail in Orangeburg to Piermont. Food stop. Expect to do 12 to 13 mph from Van Saun to Piermont and a little faster going back. No one will be dropped. The listed phone number is my home number. Do not call it on day of ride. Meet: Van Saun County Park, Forest Ave, Paramus, NJ at 9:00 am for a 9:15 am start. Directions: From Rt4: Take the Forest Ave exit and head north on Forest Ave. Pass the traffic light at Howland Ave. Continue about .5 miles and turn right at entrance to Van Saun Park. Once in the park, DO NOT make the turn as you pass the first parking lot on your right. Look for the Parking Lot 4 sign just ahead.

Flat to Rolling. Let's head out of Bergen county and explore the most Northwestern part of New Jersey, but we'll also be heading into Pennsylvania and New York as well. We'll be crossing Dingman's bridge, one of the last privately held toll bridges in the U.S. (no tolls for cyclists though) and then ride parallel to the Delaware river. Some very nice scenic routes on this ride that you won't forget. Lunch stop at the Apple Valley restaurant in Pennsylvania. There is a steep 4.5 mile decent at the beginning of the ride - you may opt-out of this decent if you are not comfortable in doing it. There are at least two routes to get to High Point: 1) Take Rt 17 to the NY Thruway North. Get off at Harriman (Exit 16). Take Rt 17 West to Rt 84 West. Get off at Exit 1 at the end of the ramp. Turn left at the traffic light. Follow Rt 23 to High Point Park Office on the top of the hill (4.7 miles) on right. 2) take Rt 80 West to Exit 53. Take Rt. 23 North for about 40 miles through Sussex and to High Point State Park. At the top of the hill make a left into the High Point Park Office parking lot. I encourage riders to sign-up online so as to speed the boarding process in the lot and to keep you informed of any cancellations. Please check this listing a few hours before the ride if weather is questionable. Cue-sheet used with gracious permission of Ted Semegran!

Let's ride through Wyckoff and surrounding towns. We'll visit the 9/11 Memorial, the Rose Garden and Wyckoff's new Labyrinth. Some inclines thought mainly flat. Should return by 12:00 noon. (Yoga stretches optional!) No go rain. cell 201 446 0394

"Blairstown Footbridge park to Hainsburg & back" Paulinskill Valley Rail-Trail. Come ride this beautiful rail-trail from Blairstown, NJ. to Hainsburg, NJ and back.Meet us at 10:45am so we can leave by 11:00am. This bike ride will take us through some of the most beautiful scenery in this area as it takes us past farms, rivers,and more.If I time this ride out right we will also see the beautiful rose shrubs and the flowering Flocks which both leave the whole area with a fragrance in the air. We will be riding on an old railroad bed that is now a hard packed bike/hike trail so its great for most wide tire bikes. Any bike with fat tires will work fine. Sorry, road tires are too skinny. If you are into history , we will be passing numerous historic artifacts along the trail, including old creameries, small airport,cattle passes, railroad battery boxes, railroad whistle posts, and many other railroad artifacts. Wildlife can be seen along this trail such as otter, beaver, muskrat, mink, deer as well as many species of birds.When we come to Hainesburg we will pass under a large viaduct. Approximately 9 miles each way through the rural countryside and no traffic.We will be going at a slow easy pace. Ride is all flat. Only one small hill at airport. If group would like to go another 2-3 miles with small hills we can ride the country back roads and ride through three tunnels, stop at tunnel park and then head to beautiful Columbia Lake and go through number three tunnel. We will be stopping for lunch but you must bring your lunch. Helmet and liquid replenishment required.Bring your camera if you like to. Rain Cancels so Please check this ride listing a few hours before the ride if weather is questionable. Please only call my cell number on day of ride. Cell phone number is 201-960-2832 We will meet at Blairstown Footbridge Park- Blairstown, NJ Directions: Route 80 to Route 521 (exit 12). Go north on Route 521 for 5 miles to Route 94 in Blairstown. Turn left on Route 94 and take the second left into the park, designated by a small white sign with black lettering. Look for tall one by red car or black SUV.

We'll bike the mostly flat to rolling country and busy roads on our way to Fairfield Rec Center where we will stop for a snack break. Then continue thru the park pathway to Big Peace Road where it is perfect for a "D" sprint! There is one hill with a cool downhill glide on the other side. Arrive with tires inflated, helmet, liquid replenishment, snack and a smile. After the ride we'll gather at Lincoln Park Airports Sunset Pub & Grill to enjoy lunch and socialize. Please sign up on the club's website by Noon 6/21 as I do NOT have access to the internet after that time but that doesn't mean you can't show up the day of the ride; you'll have to write your ICE info on the sign in sheet. Call if you have any questions or unsure of the weather day of ride. No restroom facility at start.

" Paulinskill Valley Rail-Trail. Come ride this beautiful rail-trail from Blairstown, NJ. to Hainsburg, NJ and back.Meet us at 10:45am so we can leave by 11:00am. This bike ride will take us through some of the most beautiful scenery in this area as it takes us past farms, rivers,and more. We will be riding on an old railroad bed that is now a hard packed bike/hike trail so its great for most wide tire bikes. Any bike with fat tires will work fine. Sorry, road tires are too skinny. If you are into history , we will be passing numerous historic artifacts along the trail, including old creameries, small airport,cattle passes, railroad battery boxes, railroad whistle posts, and many other railroad artifacts. Wildlife can be seen along this trail such as otter, beaver, muskrat, mink, deer as well as many species of birds.When we come to Hainesburg we will pass under a large viaduct. Approximately 9 miles each way through the rural countryside and no traffic.We will be going at a slow easy pace. Ride is all flat. Only one small hill at airport. If group would like to go another 2-3 miles with small hills we can ride the country back roads and ride through three tunnels, stop at tunnel park and then head to beautiful Columbia Lake and go through number three tunnel. We will be stopping for lunch but you must bring your lunch. Helmet and liquid replenishment required.Bring your camera if you like to. Rain Cancels so Please check this ride listing a few hours before the ride if weather is questionable. Please only call my cell number on day of ride. Cell phone number is 201-960-2832 We will meet at Blairstown Footbridge Park- Blairstown, NJ Directions: Route 80 to Route 521 (exit 12). Go north on Route 521 for 5 miles to Route 94 in Blairstown. Turn left on Route 94 and take the second left into the park, designated by a small white sign with black lettering. Look for tall one by red car or black SUV.

Come ride with Leslie & Amy after work and unwind as we roll through Oakland, Pompton Plains, Lincoln Park... Flat with some inclines. We will leave promptly at 5:30 from the tennis court parking lot. Questions? Call Leslie 201-988-4229 or Amy 973-714-0470. No go in the rain. Any updates will be posted on the website by 4:15 day of ride.

Ladies, join us on the ride that exercises your body and spirit while riding with other women. This group is well known for helping grow its riders\' strength, confidence, skills and speed while building great friendships. We ride to the pace of the slowest rider on this no-drop ride while new riders work at learning and seasoned riders work at recovering. Meet time is 9:45 for a 10am rollout. We ride all year regardless of temps unless road or weather conditions are dangerous. Expect to be back in the lot around 12:30. Contact leader for any questions, email for cell#.

We head north to RT 202 (or before). We regroup a couple of times during the ride. There are a number of A* riders that start with us and then we break into groups.

Flat to moderately hilly. Every week a different ride out to Morris, Bergen, Essex or Passaic counties. This is a cue-sheetless ride, so no one is dropped. Please check this ride listing a few hours before the ride if weather is questionable. I encourage riders to sign-up online to speed the boarding process in the parking lot and to keep you informed of any cancellations.

"After Work - Alpine Loop": Moderately Hilly. We will take River Road north to the Alpine police station. We will then go north on 9W for a few miles, turn around and return through the park at the Alpine police station. Please don't forget your lights. Since this is a simple route, no cue sheet is necessary. No one will be dropped.

Join me for an after work ride in eastern Morris County on lightly traveled roads over a variety of terrain from flat to rolling and occasionally on some days a hill or two. Rides feature long stretches between turns and a minimal number of traffic lights. Each week’s ride follows a different route. Cue sheets are usually available.

The Wednesday night B ride turnout has been very high with a mix of B and B* riders, so I will lead a B* ride for faster riders. Average speed will be at the very high end of the B* category approx 17-18 mph with speeds up to 25 mph on the flats. It will be the usual route to Sparkhill with regrouping at the fire house. We will repeat this each Wednesday and shorten the route as the amount of daylight decreases over the course of the summer.

***** We've been running under the radar for a few weeks since I'm recovering from a broken shoulder and my co-leader is recovering from knee surgery. If you've wanted to join us but thought B* was a bit too fast, jump in now and challenge yourself while we're still kind of weak! ;-) ****** Ladies, today we bump up the pace and put our skills to the test. This group is well known for helping grow its riders' strength, confidence, skills and speed while building great friendships. We'll work as a team to get the best out of each of us and have a great ride Meet time is 9:45 for a 10am rollout. We ride all year regardless of temps unless road or weather conditions are dangerous. Contact leader for any questions. 908-501-3842

"Every Wed. Night B Rides Return!": LEAVE 6 PM SHARP! . Return by sunset. Lights front and back mandatory. No go wet roads. Sign Up For This Ride or I will NOT show up! **IF RAIN ON WED, THEN RIDE WILL BE FOLLOWING DAY THURS!

Flat to gentle rolling. Bring Your Own Bike and join us for an evening Spin around Bergen County. Then Bring Your Own Bottle as we share food, spirits, and merriment with the Spin and Tonic riders. This is generally a fast paced, no-cue-sheet ride. Riders should expect to maintain a fast B or slow B* pace between the lead and the sweep. Those riders not keeping the pace and riding between the 2 leaders should expect to be dropped. Ride distance depends on sunset and the weather. Want to challenge yourself but are afraid of getting lost if dropped,ask leader for a cue sheet that will get you back to the start location. If case of inclement weather, check here for updates. We usually still meet for dinner. And because we are racing the setting sun, taillights are advised for those nights when the sun wins.

Join us for our Wednesday night Spin & Tonic ride and after ride gathering at Turvino's Restaraunt. We will ride at a true C* pace on several varying routes and then enjoy the after ride get to together of great people,good friends and most of all, great cyclists.

We head east to the Piermont fire house. We regroup a couple of times during the ride. There are a number of A* riders that start with us and then we break into groups. No go in rain.

Flat to moderately hilly. Every week a different ride out to Morris, Bergen, Essex or Passaic counties. This is a cue-sheetless ride, so no one is dropped. Please check this ride listing a few hours before the ride if weather is questionable. I encourage riders to sign-up online to speed the boarding process in the parking lot and to keep you informed of any cancellations.

Come and be part of The Thursday Morning Social for the 2013 season. As always the ride will be a fun filled, leisurely paced B ride. Route to be determined day of the ride. Lunch stop but no cue sheets. Newcomers welcome. Please note: the ride leader promises that as long as a true "B" pace (13.0 to 14.9 mph) can be kept by a rider then NO ONE will be dropped

This will be a fun ride around Greenwood Lake. Low C* pace. Strong C Riders welcome. This ride is for those who wish to experience more than usual rolling terrain at a compassionate pace, especially on the hills. Will wait for all riders. No rush to get up hills. Beautiful country roads. PLEASE Bring snacks and 2 bottles of water. MUST SIGN UP FOR RIDE TO RECEIVE AN EMAIL SHOULD RIDE BE CANCELLED FOR UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCES OR BAD WEATHER. Please give yourself time to get to start location. We leave promptly at 9:40 am

Join me on a no-drop ride and enjoy the flora and fauna on a tour through a local treasure, the Great Swamp! It's a no deli stop ride. Complimentary coffee is available pre or post ride at the Madison Bicycle Shop. We're done at 11:30am and you have the

This is a Bike New York event for which you must register by June 25: price is $65. Includes a time trial! http://www.bikenewyork.org/ride/discover-hudson-valley-ride/ The Forgotten Bridge Three County Tour will take you across the Mid-Hudson Poughkeepsie Bridge pedestrian path and continue on country roads winding through apple farms of Ulster County where you will encounter your first rest stop at the Tony Williams Park and the head of the Hudson Valley Rail Trail. Refresh yourself and continue on the rail trail across the scenic Walkway Over the Hudson. After leaving Poughkeepsie you will find yourself riding through the farmlands and rolling hills of Dutchess and Columbia County. This ride will feature nine rest stops, a 1.4 mile time trial and approximately 7677ft of rolling hills for your riding pleasure. Riders will have the option to drop back to the 75 mile route while riding.

C/D/F: Ride one of my family's favorite paths - the Delaware & Raritan Canal. Meet at Kingwood Fishing Access parking. Bathroom break ~ 8 miles and a quick "snack" break ~ 12 miles; then turn around and head back. The route is traffic free, easy grade and scenic along the river in some parts. Trail surface is (in places) crushed stone, gravel, etc., so wider tires recommended. Helmet required (MTB or Hybrid Bike recommended). Rain or 30% or more chance on Weather.com will cancel ride. Map of canal path - http://www.state.nj.us/transportation/commuter/bike/application3/pdf/DRCanalTowpathRide.pdf Join my daughter (in her trailer) and I on the ride.

Come ride with Amy after work and unwind as we roll through Oakland, Pompton Plains, Lincoln Park... Flat with some inclines. We will leave promptly at 5:30 from the tennis court parking lot. Questions? Call Amy 973-714-0470. No go in the rain. Any updates will be posted on the website by 4:15 day of ride.

Ladies, join us on the ride that exercises your body and spirit while riding with other women. This group is well known for helping grow its riders\' strength, confidence, skills and speed while building great friendships. We ride to the pace of the slowest rider on this no-drop ride while new riders work at learning and seasoned riders work at recovering. Meet time is 9:45 for a 10am rollout. We ride all year regardless of temps unless road or weather conditions are dangerous. Expect to be back in the lot around 12:30. Contact leader for any questions, email for cell#.

We head north to RT 202 (or before). We regroup a couple of times during the ride. There are a number of A* riders that start with us and then we break into groups.

Join me for an after work ride in eastern Morris County on lightly traveled roads over a variety of terrain from flat to rolling and occasionally on some days a hill or two. Rides feature long stretches between turns and a minimal number of traffic lights. Each week’s ride follows a different route. Cue sheets are usually available.

The Wednesday night B ride turnout has been very high with a mix of B and B* riders, so I will lead a B* ride for faster riders. Average speed will be at the very high end of the B* category approx 17-18 mph with speeds up to 25 mph on the flats. It will be the usual route to Sparkhill with regrouping at the fire house. We will repeat this each Wednesday and shorten the route as the amount of daylight decreases over the course of the summer.

"Every Wed. Night B Rides Return!": LEAVE 6 PM SHARP! . Return by sunset. Lights front and back mandatory. No go wet roads. Sign Up For This Ride or I will NOT show up! **IF RAIN ON WED, THEN RIDE WILL BE FOLLOWING DAY THURS!

Flat to gentle rolling. Bring Your Own Bike and join us for an evening Spin around Bergen County. Then Bring Your Own Bottle as we share food, spirits, and merriment with the Spin and Tonic riders. This is generally a fast paced, no-cue-sheet ride. Riders should expect to maintain a fast B or slow B* pace between the lead and the sweep. Those riders not keeping the pace and riding between the 2 leaders should expect to be dropped. Ride distance depends on sunset and the weather. Want to challenge yourself but are afraid of getting lost if dropped,ask leader for a cue sheet that will get you back to the start location. If case of inclement weather, check here for updates. We usually still meet for dinner. And because we are racing the setting sun, taillights are advised for those nights when the sun wins.

Join us for our Wednesday night Spin & Tonic ride and after ride gathering at Turvino's Restaraunt. We will ride at a true C* pace on several varying routes and then enjoy the after ride get to together of great people,good friends and most of all, great cyclists.

We head east to the Piermont fire house. We regroup a couple of times during the ride. There are a number of A* riders that start with us and then we break into groups. No go in rain.

We have toured the Parade routes of Bergen, but a few more miles would feel good. So join me for those few more, with a Deli Stop at the Market Basket where, if we don't dawdle, we will see the B and A riders mounting their bikes for their return to the Duck Pond. Ride leaves the Glen Rock Duck Pond start location larger parking lot, 15 minutes after parade ride is over. Terrain is rolling, return from Market Basket is all downhill.

Come ride with Amy after work and unwind as we roll through Oakland, Pompton Plains, Lincoln Park... Flat with some inclines. We will leave promptly at 5:30 from the tennis court parking lot. Questions? Call Amy 973-714-0470. No go in the rain. Any updates will be posted on the website by 4:15 day of ride.

Ladies, join us on the ride that exercises your body and spirit while riding with other women. This group is well known for helping grow its riders\' strength, confidence, skills and speed while building great friendships. We ride to the pace of the slowest rider on this no-drop ride while new riders work at learning and seasoned riders work at recovering. Meet time is 9:45 for a 10am rollout. We ride all year regardless of temps unless road or weather conditions are dangerous. Expect to be back in the lot around 12:30. Contact leader for any questions, email for cell#.

We head north to RT 202 (or before). We regroup a couple of times during the ride. There are a number of A* riders that start with us and then we break into groups.

If you live in Ramsey/Mahwah area and would like to catch a bike ride before work this ride is for you. Rolling hills. If the group would allow we might go with B* pace. As Gail leads C* group behind us, it is a good opportunity to try fast pace on a short ride. You would be able to fall back and finish with her if it will be too fast for you. We won't wait till 6:15am if all signed up are there earlier. No go if wet roads or chance of rain >20%. Sign-up online to be notified of any cancellations. We are meeting near Hilltop street entrance.

Kick off your day with an energizing bike ride. Rolling hills. Short ride around Ramsey/Mahwah area for approximately 1 hour that will keep you rejuvenated the entire day. No go if roads are wet or chance of rain >20%. Sign-up online to be notified of any cancellations. We are meeting near the Hilltop street entrance.

The Wednesday night B ride turnout has been very high with a mix of B and B* riders, so I will lead a B* ride for faster riders. Average speed will be at the very high end of the B* category approx 17-18 mph with speeds up to 25 mph on the flats. It will be the usual route to Sparkhill with regrouping at the fire house. We will repeat this each Wednesday and shorten the route as the amount of daylight decreases over the course of the summer.

"Every Wed. Night B Rides Return!": LEAVE 6 PM SHARP! . Return by sunset. Lights front and back mandatory. No go wet roads. Sign Up For This Ride or I will NOT show up! **IF RAIN ON WED, THEN RIDE WILL BE FOLLOWING DAY THURS!

Flat to gentle rolling. Bring Your Own Bike and join us for an evening Spin around Bergen County. Then Bring Your Own Bottle as we share food, spirits, and merriment with the Spin and Tonic riders. This is generally a fast paced, no-cue-sheet ride. Riders should expect to maintain a fast B or slow B* pace between the lead and the sweep. Those riders not keeping the pace and riding between the 2 leaders should expect to be dropped. Ride distance depends on sunset and the weather. Want to challenge yourself but are afraid of getting lost if dropped,ask leader for a cue sheet that will get you back to the start location. If case of inclement weather, check here for updates. We usually still meet for dinner. And because we are racing the setting sun, taillights are advised for those nights when the sun wins.

Join us for our Wednesday night Spin & Tonic ride and after ride gathering at Turvino's Restaraunt. We will ride at a true C* pace on several varying routes and then enjoy the after ride get to together of great people,good friends and most of all, great cyclists.

We head east to the Piermont fire house. We regroup a couple of times during the ride. There are a number of A* riders that start with us and then we break into groups. No go in rain.

Join me for an rolling evening ride through Essex county on many smooth roads. Front and back lights required. No go rain/snow/ice/wet roads, or below freezing. Jim Gattuso 973-204-1644

If you live in Ramsey/Mahwah area and would like to catch a bike ride before work this ride is for you. Rolling hills. If the group would allow we might go with B* pace. As Gail leads C* group behind us, it is a good opportunity to try fast pace on a short ride. You would be able to fall back and finish with her if it will be too fast for you. We won't wait till 6:15am if all signed up are there earlier. No go if wet roads or chance of rain >20%. Sign-up online to be notified of any cancellations. We are meeting near Hilltop street entrance.

Kick off your day with an energizing bike ride. Rolling hills. Short ride around Ramsey/Mahwah area for approximately 1 hour that will keep you rejuvenated the entire day. No go if roads are wet or chance of rain >20%. Sign-up online to be notified of any cancellations. We are meeting near the Hilltop street entrance.

We will enjoy a quick, flat to rolling ride around Montclair before joining the concert crowd in Brookdale Park at 7:30 to enjoy the powerhouse 8-piece band sound of Louis Prima Jr & The Witnesses! This ride is NOT for beginner bikers; please only experienced D riders as I will bump up the pace on flats so we return to the park by 7:15. The usual BTCNJ meeting top parking area is closed to cars but meet me there with your bike at 5:45, we leave at 6:00 sharp! Park on Overlook Terrace in Bloomfield, gps to 134 Overlook Terrace, Bloomfield, NJ. That will put you near one of the path entrances to the park and it is where I will park. After the ride look for the green balloon in the meadow area, that's where other BTCNJ riders will be as well as High Life Ski club, who provides the high-flying green balloon. Helmets a must for the ride. For the concert, bring a chair, bug spray, snack/beverage to share. Sign up on the website by 3:00 on Thursday, 7/13. If no sign ups by then I will cancel the ride. Questions, call the leader. FORC and/or high heat and humidity may cancel the ride.

Come ride with Leslie & Amy after work and unwind as we roll through Oakland, Pompton Plains, Lincoln Park... Flat with some inclines. We will leave promptly at 5:30 from the tennis court parking lot. Questions? Call Leslie 201-988-4229 or Amy 973-714-0470. No go in the rain. Any updates will be posted on the website by 4:15 day of ride.

Ladies, join us on the ride that exercises your body and spirit while riding with other women. This group is well known for helping grow its riders\' strength, confidence, skills and speed while building great friendships. We ride to the pace of the slowest rider on this no-drop ride while new riders work at learning and seasoned riders work at recovering. Meet time is 9:45 for a 10am rollout. We ride all year regardless of temps unless road or weather conditions are dangerous. Expect to be back in the lot around 12:30. Contact leader for any questions, email for cell#.

We head north to RT 202 (or before). We regroup a couple of times during the ride. There are a number of A* riders that start with us and then we break into groups.

If you live in Ramsey/Mahwah area and would like to catch a bike ride before work this ride is for you. Rolling hills. If the group would allow we might go with B* pace. As Gail leads C* group behind us, it is a good opportunity to try fast pace on a short ride. You would be able to fall back and finish with her if it will be too fast for you. We won't wait till 6:15am if all signed up are there earlier. No go if wet roads or chance of rain >20%. Sign-up online to be notified of any cancellations. We are meeting near Hilltop street entrance.

After work Alpine Loop. Moderately Hilly. We will take River Road north to the Alpine police station. Depending on the amount of sunlight will determine if we go back through the park or take 9W. Please don't forget your lights. Since this is a simple route, no cue sheet is necessary. No one will be dropped.

Kick off your day with an energizing bike ride. Rolling hills. Short ride around Ramsey/Mahwah area for approximately 1 hour that will keep you rejuvenated the entire day. No go if roads are wet or chance of rain >20%. Sign-up online to be notified of any cancellations. We are meeting near the Hilltop street entrance.

The Wednesday night B ride turnout has been very high with a mix of B and B* riders, so I will lead a B* ride for faster riders. Average speed will be at the very high end of the B* category approx 17-18 mph with speeds up to 25 mph on the flats. It will be the usual route to Sparkhill with regrouping at the fire house. We will repeat this each Wednesday and shorten the route as the amount of daylight decreases over the course of the summer.

"Every Wed. Night B Rides Return!": LEAVE 6 PM SHARP! . Return by sunset. Lights front and back mandatory. No go wet roads. Sign Up For This Ride or I will NOT show up! **IF RAIN ON WED, THEN RIDE WILL BE FOLLOWING DAY THURS!

Flat to gentle rolling. Bring Your Own Bike and join us for an evening Spin around Bergen County. Then Bring Your Own Bottle as we share food, spirits, and merriment with the Spin and Tonic riders. This is generally a fast paced, no-cue-sheet ride. Riders should expect to maintain a fast B or slow B* pace between the lead and the sweep. Those riders not keeping the pace and riding between the 2 leaders should expect to be dropped. Ride distance depends on sunset and the weather. Want to challenge yourself but are afraid of getting lost if dropped,ask leader for a cue sheet that will get you back to the start location. If case of inclement weather, check here for updates. We usually still meet for dinner. And because we are racing the setting sun, taillights are advised for those nights when the sun wins.

Join us for our Wednesday night Spin & Tonic ride and after ride gathering at Turvino's Restaraunt. We will ride at a true C* pace on several varying routes and then enjoy the after ride get to together of great people,good friends and most of all, great cyclists.

We head east to the Piermont fire house. We regroup a couple of times during the ride. There are a number of A* riders that start with us and then we break into groups. No go in rain.

If you live in Ramsey/Mahwah area and would like to catch a bike ride before work this ride is for you. Rolling hills. If the group would allow we might go with B* pace. As Gail leads C* group behind us, it is a good opportunity to try fast pace on a short ride. You would be able to fall back and finish with her if it will be too fast for you. We won't wait till 6:15am if all signed up are there earlier. No go if wet roads or chance of rain >20%. Sign-up online to be notified of any cancellations. We are meeting near Hilltop street entrance.

Kick off your day with an energizing bike ride. Rolling hills. Short ride around Ramsey/Mahwah area for approximately 1 hour that will keep you rejuvenated the entire day. No go if roads are wet or chance of rain >20%. Sign-up online to be notified of any cancellations. We are meeting near the Hilltop street entrance.

We will enjoy a quick, flat to rolling ride around Montclair before joining the concert crowd in Brookdale Park at 7:30 to enjoy the sounds of British Pop: "Long Live the Beatles Show!" This ride is NOT for beginner bikers; please only experienced D riders as I will bump up the pace on flats so we return to the park by 7:15. The usual BTCNJ meeting top parking area is closed to cars but meet me there with your bike at 5:45, we leave at 6:00 sharp! Park on Overlook Terrace in Bloomfield, gps to 134 Overlook Terrace, Bloomfield, NJ. That will put you near one of the path entrances to the park and it is where I will park. After the ride look for the green balloon in the meadow area, that's where other BTCNJ riders will be as well as High Life Ski club, who provides the high-flying green balloon. Helmets a must for the ride. For the concert, bring a chair, bug spray, snack/beverage to share. Sign up on the website by 3:00 on Thursday, 7/13. If no sign ups by then I will cancel the ride. Questions, call the leader. FORC and/or high heat and humidity may cancel the ride.

Rolling with two climbs. We will explore the back waterways of Northern Monmouth County along the Navesink and Shrewsbury rivers. A Pace line on Sandy Hook and lunch at Max’s in Long Branch (the “Nathans” of the Jersey Shore). No go rain, wet roads or high winds. Day of ride, call my cell (973) 981-4039.

Come ride with Leslie & Ame after work and unwind as we roll through Oakland, Pompton Plains, Lincoln Park... Flat with some inclines. We will leave promptly at 5:30 from the tennis court parking lot. Questions? Call Leslie 201-988-4229 or Amy 973-714-0470. No go in the rain. Any updates will be posted on the website by 4:15 day of ride.

Ladies, join us on the ride that exercises your body and spirit while riding with other women. This group is well known for helping grow its riders\' strength, confidence, skills and speed while building great friendships. We ride to the pace of the slowest rider on this no-drop ride while new riders work at learning and seasoned riders work at recovering. Meet time is 9:45 for a 10am rollout. We ride all year regardless of temps unless road or weather conditions are dangerous. Expect to be back in the lot around 12:30. Contact leader for any questions, email for cell#.

We head north to RT 202 (or before). We regroup a couple of times during the ride. There are a number of A* riders that start with us and then we break into groups.

If you live in Ramsey/Mahwah area and would like to catch a bike ride before work this ride is for you. Rolling hills. If the group would allow we might go with B* pace. As Gail leads C* group behind us, it is a good opportunity to try fast pace on a short ride. You would be able to fall back and finish with her if it will be too fast for you. We won't wait till 6:15am if all signed up are there earlier. No go if wet roads or chance of rain >20%. Sign-up online to be notified of any cancellations. We are meeting near Hilltop street entrance.

After work Alpine Loop. Moderately Hilly. We will take River Road north to the Alpine police station. Depending on the amount of sunlight will determine if we go back through the park or take 9W. Please don't forget your lights. Since this is a simple route, no cue sheet is necessary. No one will be dropped.

Kick off your day with an energizing bike ride. Rolling hills. Short ride around Ramsey/Mahwah area for approximately 1 hour that will keep you rejuvenated the entire day. No go if roads are wet or chance of rain >20%. Sign-up online to be notified of any cancellations. We are meeting near the Hilltop street entrance.

The Wednesday night B ride turnout has been very high with a mix of B and B* riders, so I will lead a B* ride for faster riders. Average speed will be at the very high end of the B* category approx 17-18 mph with speeds up to 25 mph on the flats. It will be the usual route to Sparkhill with regrouping at the fire house. We will repeat this each Wednesday and shorten the route as the amount of daylight decreases over the course of the summer.

"Every Wed. Night B Rides Return!": LEAVE 6 PM SHARP! . Return by sunset. Lights front and back mandatory. No go wet roads. Sign Up For This Ride or I will NOT show up! **IF RAIN ON WED, THEN RIDE WILL BE FOLLOWING DAY THURS!

Flat to gentle rolling. Bring Your Own Bike and join us for an evening Spin around Bergen County. Then Bring Your Own Bottle as we share food, spirits, and merriment with the Spin and Tonic riders. This is generally a fast paced, no-cue-sheet ride. Riders should expect to maintain a fast B or slow B* pace between the lead and the sweep. Those riders not keeping the pace and riding between the 2 leaders should expect to be dropped. Ride distance depends on sunset and the weather. Want to challenge yourself but are afraid of getting lost if dropped,ask leader for a cue sheet that will get you back to the start location. If case of inclement weather, check here for updates. We usually still meet for dinner. And because we are racing the setting sun, taillights are advised for those nights when the sun wins.

Join us for our Wednesday night Spin & Tonic ride and after ride gathering at Turvino's Restaraunt. We will ride at a true C* pace on several varying routes and then enjoy the after ride get to together of great people,good friends and most of all, great cyclists.

We head east to the Piermont fire house. We regroup a couple of times during the ride. There are a number of A* riders that start with us and then we break into groups. No go in rain.

If you live in Ramsey/Mahwah area and would like to catch a bike ride before work this ride is for you. Rolling hills. If the group would allow we might go with B* pace. As Gail leads C* group behind us, it is a good opportunity to try fast pace on a short ride. You would be able to fall back and finish with her if it will be too fast for you. We won't wait till 6:15am if all signed up are there earlier. No go if wet roads or chance of rain >20%. Sign-up online to be notified of any cancellations. We are meeting near Hilltop street entrance.

Kick off your day with an energizing bike ride. Rolling hills. Short ride around Ramsey/Mahwah area for approximately 1 hour that will keep you rejuvenated the entire day. No go if roads are wet or chance of rain >20%. Sign-up online to be notified of any cancellations. We are meeting near the Hilltop street entrance.

We will enjoy a quick, flat to rolling ride around Montclair before joining the concert crowd in Brookdale Park at 7:30 to enjoy the best known Philadelphia Soul Groups of the 1970's "The Stylistics." This ride is NOT for beginner bikers; please only experienced D riders as I will bump up the pace on flats so we return to the park by 7:15. The usual BTCNJ meeting top parking area is closed to cars but meet me there with your bike at 5:45, we leave at 6:00 sharp! Park on Overlook Terrace in Bloomfield, gps to 134 Overlook Terrace, Bloomfield, NJ. That will put you near one of the path entrances to the park and it is where I will park. After the ride look for the green balloon in the meadow area, that\'s where other BTCNJ riders will be as well as High Life Ski club, who provides the high-flying green balloon. Helmets a must for the ride. For the concert, bring a chair, bug spray, snack/beverage to share. Sign up on the website by 3:00 on Thursday, 7/13. If no sign ups by then I will cancel the ride. Questions, call the leader. FORC and/or high heat and humidity may cancel the ride.

A pleasant mid-summer ride: easy grade and scenic. Ride from New Paltz to south end in Gardiner and back to New Paltz for a leisurely lunch stop at Karma Road Cafe. Then ride up to north end at Rondout Creek Trestle in Rosendale and back. Trail surface is crushed stone, gravel, ballast and cinder so must have wider tires. Helmet and liquid replenishment required. Rain or 40% or more chance of precip on Weather.com hour-by-hour forecast for New Paltz, NY cancels. MUST CALL, TEXT OR EMAIL DAY BEFORE TO CONFIRM OR RIDE WILL NOT HAPPEN.

A pleasant mid-summer ride: easy grade and scenic. Ride from New Paltz to south end in Gardiner and back to New Paltz for a leisurely lunch stop at Karma Road Cafe. Then ride up to north end at Rondout Creek Trestle in Rosendale and back. Trail surface is crushed stone, gravel, ballast and cinder so must have wider tires. Helmet and liquid replenishment required. Rain or 40% or more chance of precip on Weather.com hour-by-hour forecast for New Paltz, NY cancels. MUST CALL, TEXT OR EMAIL DAY BEFORE TO CONFIRM OR RIDE WILL NOT HAPPEN.

Come ride with Amy & Leslie after work and unwind as we roll through Oakland, Pompton Plains, Lincoln Park... Flat with some inclines. We will leave promptly at 5:30 from the tennis court parking lot. Questions? Call Amy 973-714-0470 or Leslie 201-988-4229. No go in the rain. Any updates will be posted on the website by 4:15 day of ride.

Ladies, join us on the ride that exercises your body and spirit while riding with other women. This group is well known for helping grow its riders\' strength, confidence, skills and speed while building great friendships. We ride to the pace of the slowest rider on this no-drop ride while new riders work at learning and seasoned riders work at recovering. Meet time is 9:45 for a 10am rollout. We ride all year regardless of temps unless road or weather conditions are dangerous. Expect to be back in the lot around 12:30. Contact leader for any questions, email for cell#.

We head north to RT 202 (or before). We regroup a couple of times during the ride. There are a number of A* riders that start with us and then we break into groups.

If you live in Ramsey/Mahwah area and would like to catch a bike ride before work this ride is for you. Rolling hills. If the group would allow we might go with B* pace. As Gail leads C* group behind us, it is a good opportunity to try fast pace on a short ride. You would be able to fall back and finish with her if it will be too fast for you. We won't wait till 6:15am if all signed up are there earlier. No go if wet roads or chance of rain >20%. Sign-up online to be notified of any cancellations. We are meeting near Hilltop street entrance.

After work Alpine Loop. Moderately Hilly. We will take River Road north to the Alpine police station. Depending on the amount of sunlight will determine if we go back through the park or take 9W. Please don't forget your lights. Since this is a simple route, no cue sheet is necessary. No one will be dropped.

Kick off your day with an energizing bike ride. Rolling hills. Short ride around Ramsey/Mahwah area for approximately 1 hour that will keep you rejuvenated the entire day. No go if roads are wet or chance of rain >20%. Sign-up online to be notified of any cancellations. We are meeting near the Hilltop street entrance.

The Wednesday night B ride turnout has been very high with a mix of B and B* riders, so I will lead a B* ride for faster riders. Average speed will be at the very high end of the B* category approx 17-18 mph with speeds up to 25 mph on the flats. It will be the usual route to Sparkhill with regrouping at the fire house. We will repeat this each Wednesday and shorten the route as the amount of daylight decreases over the course of the summer.

"Every Wed. Night B Rides Return!": LEAVE 6 PM SHARP! . Return by sunset. Lights front and back mandatory. No go wet roads. Sign Up For This Ride or I will NOT show up! **IF RAIN ON WED, THEN RIDE WILL BE FOLLOWING DAY THURS!

Flat to gentle rolling. Bring Your Own Bike and join us for an evening Spin around Bergen County. Then Bring Your Own Bottle as we share food, spirits, and merriment with the Spin and Tonic riders. This is generally a fast paced, no-cue-sheet ride. Riders should expect to maintain a fast B or slow B* pace between the lead and the sweep. Those riders not keeping the pace and riding between the 2 leaders should expect to be dropped. Ride distance depends on sunset and the weather. Want to challenge yourself but are afraid of getting lost if dropped,ask leader for a cue sheet that will get you back to the start location. If case of inclement weather, check here for updates. We usually still meet for dinner. And because we are racing the setting sun, taillights are advised for those nights when the sun wins.

Join us for our Wednesday night Spin & Tonic ride and after ride gathering at Turvino's Restaraunt. We will ride at a true C* pace on several varying routes and then enjoy the after ride get to together of great people,good friends and most of all, great cyclists.

We head east to the Piermont fire house. We regroup a couple of times during the ride. There are a number of A* riders that start with us and then we break into groups. No go in rain.

If you live in Ramsey/Mahwah area and would like to catch a bike ride before work this ride is for you. Rolling hills. If the group would allow we might go with B* pace. As Gail leads C* group behind us, it is a good opportunity to try fast pace on a short ride. You would be able to fall back and finish with her if it will be too fast for you. We won't wait till 6:15am if all signed up are there earlier. No go if wet roads or chance of rain >20%. Sign-up online to be notified of any cancellations. We are meeting near Hilltop street entrance.

Kick off your day with an energizing bike ride. Rolling hills. Short ride around Ramsey/Mahwah area for approximately 1 hour that will keep you rejuvenated the entire day. No go if roads are wet or chance of rain >20%. Sign-up online to be notified of any cancellations. We are meeting near the Hilltop street entrance.

We will enjoy a quick, flat to rolling ride around Montclair before joining the concert crowd in Brookdale Park at 7:30 to enjoy the Pop & Disco Tribute to the Bee Gees: "Night Fever!. This ride is NOT for beginner bikers; please only experienced D riders as I will bump up the pace on flats so we return to the park by 7:15. The usual BTCNJ meeting top parking area is closed to cars but meet me there with your bike at 5:45, we leave at 6:00 sharp! Park on Overlook Terrace in Bloomfield, gps to 134 Overlook Terrace, Bloomfield, NJ. That will put you near one of the path entrances to the park and it is where I will park. After the ride look for the green balloon in the meadow area, that\'s where other BTCNJ riders will be as well as High Life Ski club, who provides the high-flying green balloon. Helmets a must for the ride. For the concert, bring a chair, bug spray, snack/beverage to share. Sign up on the website by 3:00 on Thursday, 7/13. If no sign ups by then I will cancel the ride. Questions, call the leader. FORC and/or high heat and humidity may cancel the ride.