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Hershey Briarcrest Square
Hershey Briarcrest Square : 5:00 PM. Ride Classification: B+ Training: For the experienced group rider in good physical condition and capable of maintaining a fast pace for distances up to 50 miles. Flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 17-19 mph, with distances up to 50 miles. Few stops if any. Riders unable to maintain classified pace may be dropped. Pace: 17-19 mph Terrain: Rolling.
Hershey Briarcrest Square
Hershey Briarcrest Square : 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: B: Fast - For the experienced group rider in good physical condition and capable of maintaining a steady pace. Flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 15-17 mph, with distances generally 25-50 miles. Few stops if any. Riders unable to maintain classified pace may be dropped. Pace: 15-17 mph. Terrain: Rolling. Ride Description: Hershey B; Rides leave from Briarcrest Square Mondays and Thursdays, April through September. The pace is 15 to 17mph sometimes slower for hillier rides. Distances are typically from 20 to 45 miles. Rides cover Southern Dauphin, Western Lancaster and Lebanon counties.
Hershey Briarcrest Square
Hershey Briarcrest Square: 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: C: Casual - – For the casual group cyclist who wants to socialize but likes some distance. Generally flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 11-13 mph, slow easy pace on hills, with distances 15 – 30 miles. Stops about every 10 miles. No rider is dropped. Check the description of the specific ride for more precise pace. Pace: 11-13 mph. Terrain: Rolling
Hershey Briarcrest Square
Hershey Briarcrest Square : 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: C+. For the experienced group cyclist. Flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 13-15 mph, with distances typically 20-45 miles. One brief stop midway in ride and when necessary. No rider is dropped. Pace: 13-15 mph Terrain: Rolling.
This is not the same ride as last Tuesday, but the destination is the same. We will go East for about two miles in low traffic Neighborhoods until East of Route 39. The route continues out to Memorial Lake from South of 22, encircles it and returns on rural roads North of Rt. 22. Please check back as this ride might be moved to Thursday due to the weather forecast. Also, check back for the route.
Upper Allen Friendship Park
Upper Allen Friendship Park: 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: B+ Ride. For the experienced group rider in good physical condition and capable of maintaining a fast pace for distances up to 50 miles. Flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 17-19 mph, with distances up to 50 miles. Few stops if any. Riders unable to maintain classified pace may be dropped. Pace: 17-19 mph. Terrain: Rolling.
Upper Allen Friendship Park
Upper Allen Friendship Park : 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: C Casual - For the casual group cyclist who wants to socialize but likes some distance. Generally flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 11-13 mph, slow easy pace on hills, with distances of 15 to 30 miles. Stops about every 10 miles. No rider is dropped. Check the description of the specific ride for more precise information.
Upper Allen Friendship Park
Cancelled due to weather.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45780703
Upper Allen Friendship Park : 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: C+ Leaving from Friendship Park, on Fisher Rd, Upper Allen, every Tuesday and Thursday evenings for those riders interested in a moderately paced ride (13 – 15 mph average) and will often include some climbing.
The weather does not look good for an outside ride, let‘s spin again!
Start location: Harrisburg JCC (3301 North Front Street, Harrisburg)
Start Time: 10 AM
Check in: Entry is free to JCC members and Silver Sneakers (and other similar programs, Bring card). $10 drop-in rate for others. Waiver to be signed if you are a first timer to the JCC.
Music: One hour of familiar tunes (Even an Elvis selection for Mr. Wonderful). Feel free to sign along.
Other amenities: There are lockers and showers
The equipment: New Keiser bikes, with mountain bike clip-ins (if you have the cleats)
Spin leader: Garry Brinton, 717-571-5202
Come and join us.
Old Trolley Line Park: 5 PM. Ride Classification: B+ Training: For the experienced group rider in good physical condition and capable of maintaining a fast pace for distances up to 50 miles. Flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 17-19 mph, with distances up to 50 miles. Few stops if any. Riders unable to maintain classified pace may be dropped. Pace: 17-19 mph Terrain: Rolling.
Upper Allen Friendship Park
Upper Allen Friendship Park : 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: C+ Leaving from Friendship Park, on Fisher Rd, Upper Allen, every Tuesday and Thursday evenings for those riders interested in a moderately paced ride (13 – 15 mph average) and will often include some climbing.
Upper Allen Friendship Park
Upper Allen Friendship Park : 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: C Casual - For the casual group cyclist who wants to socialize but likes some distance. Generally flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 11-13 mph, slow easy pace on hills, with distances of 15 to 30 miles. Stops about every 10 miles. No rider is dropped. Check the description of the specific ride for more precise information.
Upper Allen Friendship Park
Upper Allen Friendship Park: 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: B+ Ride. For the experienced group rider in good physical condition and capable of maintaining a fast pace for distances up to 50 miles. Flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 17-19 mph, with distances up to 50 miles. Few stops if any. Riders unable to maintain classified pace may be dropped. Pace: 17-19 mph. Terrain: Rolling.
Hershey Briarcrest Square
Hershey Briarcrest Square: 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: C+. For the experienced group cyclist. Flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 13-15 mph, with distances typically 20-45 miles. One brief stop midway in ride, as necessary. No rider is dropped. Terrain: Rolling.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46004541
Hershey Briarcrest Square
Hershey Briarcrest Square: 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: C: Casual - – For the casual group cyclist who wants to socialize but likes some distance. Generally flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 11-13 mph, slow easy pace on hills, with distances 15 – 30 miles. Stops about every 10 miles. No rider is dropped. Check the description of the specific ride for more precise pace. Pace: 11-13 mph. Terrain: Rolling
Hershey Briarcrest Square
Hershey Briarcrest Square : 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: B+ Training: For the experienced group rider in good physical condition and capable of maintaining a fast pace for distances up to 50 miles. Flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 17-19 mph, with distances up to 50 miles. Few stops if any. Riders unable to maintain classified pace may be dropped. Pace: 17-19 mph Terrain: Rolling.
Hershey Briarcrest Square
Hershey Briarcrest Square: 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: B: Fast - For the experienced group rider in good physical condition and capable of maintaining a steady pace. Flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 15-17 mph, with distances generally 25-50 miles. Few stops, if any. Riders unable to maintain classified pace may be dropped.
Proposed route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/30575615
I‘m hoping we might be able to sneak a ride in Friday morning (cancellation if needed will be sent out by 8am)
Distance: 35 miles (+ or - 3 miles)
Pace: 13.5 to 14.5 mph (average)
Climb: 1200 ft (+ or - 300 feet)
Hershey Briarcrest Square
Hershey Briarcrest Square : 5 PM. Ride Classification: B+ Training: For the experienced group rider in good physical condition and capable of maintaining a fast pace for distances up to 50 miles. Flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 17-19 mph, with distances up to 50 miles. Few stops if any. Riders unable to maintain classified pace may be dropped. Pace: 17-19 mph Terrain: Rolling.
Depart Lenker Park at 9:00 am. Mileage is 35.7 with 1829 feet of climb. We‘ll head southeast then north near the Gap, then back to the park
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35400769
City Island, parking lot north of Market Street
Join us for an easy pedal around the Harrisburg environs with a WONDERFUL leader. We‘ll ride for 60-75 minutes at an average pace of 8-10 mph. Great opportunity to experience group riding. Young people and families are especially welcome.
Meet on City Island by 7:05; ride starts at 7:15.
No rider will be left behind. Helmets required. Water recommended.
Some folks gather for optional breakfast after at Roxy‘s, corner N 3rd and North St.
Hershey Briarcrest Square
Hershey Briarcrest Square: 8:30 AM. For the experienced group rider in good physical condition and capable of maintaining a steady pace. Pace, distance, and terrain varies depending on who shows up
Hello All - Lets make some memories on Sunday with this adventurous route. Forecast is for SUN and 60 degrees! Numerous rest stops available but NO food stop, please bring plenty with you.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46024909
Distance: 35 miles
Pace: 13.5 to 14.5 mph (average)
Climb: 1563 ft
Art in the wild, was conceived with the goals of presenting quality, outdoor art, using natural materials, providing educational opportunities and involving the community. The works of art are composed of mostly natural materials to blend with Wildwoods natural setting. The theme this year is nature heals. Meet the artists April 7, 2024, We will gather at 12:45 to start a leisurely walk around the park at 1:00 pm .Meet at the pavilion Linglestown Road/industrial Park Road parking lot. Total distance 3.1 miles. Bathroom facilities available. Bring water , expect plenty of photo opportunities, weather, cancellation by noon 4/7/2024.
Behind (North of) City Line Dinner
The First Sunday of every month throughout the year, ride the Capital Area Greenbelt around Harrisburg. This is a great way to learn the route with a group of friendly riders. The loop is 18 miles of trail (some on road, some off road) mostly paved with many stops at crossroads. The ride leaves at 1:00 pm from the trailhead in Paxtang off Derry St (behind the City Line Diner, 3302 Derry St, Hbg 17111). If the spur routes are added to the loop (riders vote to add or not) the total mileage increases to 23-24 miles. The pace of the ride is average 10 mph (D+). We ride faster on flats and slower on hills. The terrain has a few hills. We ride the loop in a counter-clockwise direction. No rider left behind. Sign up for email notification due to the date change every month and to get cancellations due to weather or other possible reasons. Helmets are required. Be sure to pump your tires and know how to shift your gears before you come since there is a hill in the beginning of the ride.
Little Buffalo State Park
Little Buffalo State Park
24+ Miles C Pace
1:00
Meet in the parking lot next door to the Boiling Springs Tavern at 10 AM for a 33-mile ride out to the Huntsdale Fish Hatchery.
The plan is to be back for lunch at Café 101. We can sit outside or on the lake shore to watch the “show”. Don’t forget your special glasses!!!! Head lantern to see your food recommended but not required
Two rides planned : Mark Riordan will lead a faster group. Marilyn Chastek will lead a slightly slower group.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/44502779
Hershey Briarcrest Square
Hershey Briarcrest Square: 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: C: Casual - – For the casual group cyclist who wants to socialize but likes some distance. Generally flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 11-13 mph, slow easy pace on hills, with distances 15 – 30 miles. Stops about every 10 miles. No rider is dropped. Check the description of the specific ride for more precise pace. Pace: 11-13 mph. Terrain: Rolling
Hershey Briarcrest Square
https://ridewithgps.com/trips/159636397
https://ridewithgps.com/trips/159636397
Nice county ride into northern Lancaster County.
Hershey Briarcrest Square : 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: C+. For the experienced group cyclist. Flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 13-15 mph, with distances typically 20-45 miles. One brief stop midway in ride and when necessary. No rider is dropped. Pace: 13-15 mph Terrain: Rolling.
Briarcrest Square, Hershey
Hershey Briarcrest Square: 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: B: Fast - For the experienced group rider in good physical condition and capable of maintaining a steady pace. Flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 15-17 mph, with distances generally 25-50 miles. Few stops if any. Riders unable to maintain classified pace may be dropped.
Proposed route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/30575615
Hershey Briarcrest Square
Hershey Briarcrest Square : 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: B+ Training: For the experienced group rider in good physical condition and capable of maintaining a fast pace for distances up to 50 miles. Flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 17-19 mph, with distances up to 50 miles. Few stops if any. Riders unable to maintain classified pace may be dropped. Pace: 17-19 mph Terrain: Rolling.
The weather is looking a bit more spring-like so I‘m looking forward to getting out for a ride and hope you are, too.
We‘ll do a 32 mile ride over gentle terrain with a rest stop at South Middleton Park which has porta-johns but no access to water unless they happen to open the restrooms this week. Here‘s the route https://ridewithgps.com/routes/39711658
We will start at Spice Restaurant in downtown Mechanicsburg at 9:30 a.m. Please park in the rear of the lot. Spice offers Indian and Nepali food, giving us a chance to explore some different cuisines. Lunch is optional but I hope you‘ll stay and socialize. https://www.spicerestaurantandbar.com/
I will lead at about a 12 mph pace and if someone else want to lead at a faster pace, just let me know.
I will cancel by 8:00 a.m. if necessary.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36603409
Distance: 35 miles
Pace: 13.5 to 14.5 mph (average)
Climb: 1500 ft
This is not the same ride as the Tuesday before last, but the destination is the same. It will be a 30 mile ride with 1,650‘ of climb. We will go East for about two miles in low traffic Neighborhoods until East of Route 39. The route continues out to Memorial Lake from South of 22, encircles it and returns on rural roads North of Rt. 22.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46011027
B-B+ ride 16-18 mph average
Upper Allen Friendship Park
Upper Allen Friendship Park: 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: B+ Ride. For the experienced group rider in good physical condition and capable of maintaining a fast pace for distances up to 50 miles. Flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 17-19 mph, with distances up to 50 miles. Few stops if any. Riders unable to maintain classified pace may be dropped. Pace: 17-19 mph. Terrain: Rolling.
Upper Allen Friendship Park
Upper Allen Friendship Park : 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: C Casual - For the casual group cyclist who wants to socialize but likes some distance. Generally flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 11-13 mph, slow easy pace on hills, with distances of 15 to 30 miles. Stops about every 10 miles. No rider is dropped. Check the description of the specific ride for more precise information.
Upper Allen Friendship Park
Upper Allen Friendship Park : 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: C+ Leaving from Friendship Park, on Fisher Rd, Upper Allen, every Tuesday and Thursday evenings for those riders interested in a moderately paced ride (13 – 15 mph average) and will often include some climbing.
Old Trolley Line Park: 5 PM. Ride Classification: B+ Training: For the experienced group rider in good physical condition and capable of maintaining a fast pace for distances up to 50 miles. Flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 17-19 mph, with distances up to 50 miles. Few stops if any. Riders unable to maintain classified pace may be dropped. Pace: 17-19 mph Terrain: Rolling.
Hershey Briarcrest Square
Hershey Briarcrest Square : 5:00 PM. Ride Classification: B+ Training: For the experienced group rider in good physical condition and capable of maintaining a fast pace for distances up to 50 miles. Flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 17-19 mph, with distances up to 50 miles. Few stops if any. Riders unable to maintain classified pace may be dropped. Pace: 17-19 mph Terrain: Rolling.
Upper Allen Friendship Park
Upper Allen Friendship Park : 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: C+ Leaving from Friendship Park, on Fisher Rd, Upper Allen, every Tuesday and Thursday evenings for those riders interested in a moderately paced ride (13 – 15 mph average) and will often include some climbing.
Upper Allen Friendship Park
Upper Allen Friendship Park : 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: C Casual - For the casual group cyclist who wants to socialize but likes some distance. Generally flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 11-13 mph, slow easy pace on hills, with distances of 15 to 30 miles. Stops about every 10 miles. No rider is dropped. Check the description of the specific ride for more precise information.
Upper Allen Friendship Park
Upper Allen Friendship Park: 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: B+ Ride. For the experienced group rider in good physical condition and capable of maintaining a fast pace for distances up to 50 miles. Flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 17-19 mph, with distances up to 50 miles. Few stops if any. Riders unable to maintain classified pace may be dropped. Pace: 17-19 mph. Terrain: Rolling.
Hershey Briarcrest Square
Hershey Briarcrest Square: 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: C: Casual - – For the casual group cyclist who wants to socialize but likes some distance. Generally flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 11-13 mph, slow easy pace on hills, with distances 15 – 30 miles. Stops about every 10 miles. No rider is dropped. Check the description of the specific ride for more precise pace. Pace: 11-13 mph. Terrain: Rolling
Hershey Briarcrest Square
Hershey Briarcrest Square : 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: B: Fast - For the experienced group rider in good physical condition and capable of maintaining a steady pace. Flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 15-17 mph, with distances generally 25-50 miles. Few stops if any. Riders unable to maintain classified pace may be dropped. Pace: 15-17 mph. Terrain: Rolling. Ride Description: Hershey B; Rides leave from Briarcrest Square Mondays and Thursdays, April through September. The pace is 15 to 17mph sometimes slower for hillier rides. Distances are typically from 20 to 45 miles. Rides cover Southern Dauphin, Western Lancaster and Lebanon counties.
Hershey Briarcrest Square
Hershey Briarcrest Square : 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: C+. For the experienced group cyclist. Flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 13-15 mph, with distances typically 20-45 miles. One brief stop midway in ride and when necessary. No rider is dropped. Pace: 13-15 mph Terrain: Rolling.
Hershey Briarcrest Square
Hershey Briarcrest Square : 5 PM. Ride Classification: B+ Training: For the experienced group rider in good physical condition and capable of maintaining a fast pace for distances up to 50 miles. Flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 17-19 mph, with distances up to 50 miles. Few stops if any. Riders unable to maintain classified pace may be dropped. Pace: 17-19 mph Terrain: Rolling.
Lenker Park at 8:30 am. C+ pace and 1600 feet of climb
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35398637
Texaco Road, Mechanicsburg at the S Bend between Hempt Road and Locust Point Road.
Adopt-A-Highway Clean Up Saturday April 13th Aluminum cans take 200-500 years to decompose. Come join HBC for a little walk, bend and reach exercise Saturday April 13th at 9:00am.
Meet near the “S” turn on Texaco Road at 8:00am. The “S” turn is about the midpoint on Texaco Road. You never know what you will find along the way so join in the fun. If you have any questions, please call Cindy Hoehn at 717-462-3612.
Take this opportunity to work outside and help Wildwood’s continued park and habitat enhancement projects.
Memorial Lake - Middle Road entrance
DISTANCE: Approx 20 miles
SPEED: 9-11 MPH
The plan is to ride two loops of approx.. 10 miles each to allow people to stop after the first loop. Route will vary some from the previous route. This is a no drop ride and bathrooms are available at the start. Current forecast is calling for a chance of rain and a little breezy, so check that morning for a cancellation.
Cancellation will be sent by 8:30AM if needed.
Question or concerns? Contact Dave Serff dserff72@gmail.com. or 717-609-2742
Join Dauphin County Parks and Recreation, Harrisburg Bicycle Club, and the Capital Area Greenbelt Association for our annual cleanup of Industrial Road by Wildwood Park. It‘s a big job, and we need a lot of helping hands. The rescheduled date is Saturday, April 13, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Work gloves and trash grabbers are provided.
Please report to Wildwood Park‘s main entrance, 100 Wildwood Way in Harrisburg. We hope the weather cooperates, but if it rains, assume the day is canceled.
Register for April 13th Litter Clean Up
https://dauphincountyparksandrecreation.ticketleap.com/volunteer-work-day-april2024/
PA Fitness Hershey (parking lot, meet in front of the gym)
583 E Main St, Hummelstown, PA 17036
Hershey B+ Ride. 30 mile loop. 17-19 mph average pace.
Parking lot north of Market Street
I look forward to leading this Sunday’s Owen’s Sociable, a casual ride around Harrisburg and/or the West Shore. Average pace of 8-10 mph. Great opportunity to experience group riding. We always have helpful & encouraging people on this ride.
Meet on City Island by 7:05. Start riding at 7:15. Finish 8:30.
No rider will be left behind. Helmets required. Water recommended.
Young people and families are encouraged to join us.
Some go to Roxy’s for breakfast and/or join an unofficial ride after breakfast . I will be doing some extra miles from City Island at 8:30. Weather cancellation by 6:00 AM.
30 mile ride with 1600 feet of climb
Depart Lenker Park April 14 08:30 am
Lake Clover Loop
C+ pace
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35398559
Hershey Briarcrest Square
Hershey Briarcrest Square: 8:30 AM. For the experienced group rider in good physical condition and capable of maintaining a steady pace. Pace, distance, and terrain varies depending on who shows up
Penn Township Fire Department
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46162644
Distance: 34 miles (+or- 3 miles)
Pace: 14 to 15.5 mph (average)
Climb: 1581 ft (+or- 300 feet)
Welcome to the Mechanicsburg Saturday C Ride! We meet behind the Mechanicsburg High school by the trees and the time is determined by the ride leader and the average speed is between 11-13mph. PLEASE NOTE*** This weeks ride is on SUNDAY not Saturday and we will leave the high school at 12;30. The route will be sent out in. the email announcement. Any questions please let me know!
Hershey Briarcrest Square
Hershey Briarcrest Square: 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: C: Casual - – For the casual group cyclist who wants to socialize but likes some distance. Generally flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 11-13 mph, slow easy pace on hills, with distances 15 – 30 miles. Stops about every 10 miles. No rider is dropped. Check the description of the specific ride for more precise pace. Pace: 11-13 mph. Terrain: Rolling
Hershey Briarcrest Square : 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: C+. For the experienced group cyclist. Flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 13-15 mph, with distances typically 20-45 miles. One brief stop midway in ride and when necessary. No rider is dropped. Pace: 13-15 mph Terrain: Rolling.
Hershey Briarcrest Square
The ride is 24 mile out to PennState Harrisburg and back along the Swatara Creek
Thanks for your patience and feedback. Just under 1200 feet of climb. Should be great night fora ride and a good warm up ride for the season.
Hershey Briarcrest Square: 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: B: Fast - For the experienced group rider in good physical condition and capable of maintaining a steady pace. Flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 15-17 mph, with distances generally 25-50 miles. Few stops if any. Riders unable to maintain classified pace may be dropped. Pace: 15-17 mph. Terrain: Rolling. Ride Description: Hershey B; Rides leave from Briarcrest Square Mondays and Thursdays, April through September. The pace is 15 to 17mph sometimes slower for hillier rides. Distances are typically from 20 to 45 miles. Rides cover Southern Dauphin, Western Lancaster and Lebanon counties.
Hershey Briarcrest Square
Hershey Briarcrest Square : 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: B+ Training: For the experienced group rider in good physical condition and capable of maintaining a fast pace for distances up to 50 miles. Flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 17-19 mph, with distances up to 50 miles. Few stops if any. Riders unable to maintain classified pace may be dropped. Pace: 17-19 mph Terrain: Rolling.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42059337
Distance: 35 miles (+ or - 3 miles)
Pace: 13.5 to 15 mph (average)
Climb: 1400 ft (+ or - 300 feet)
The beautiful weather has returned. Let‘s take advantage with a morning ride on the "Manada Loop". Depart from 5 Bridges Fitness at 10:00 am for a ride out to Manada Bottom to Rt 443 to the river and back up Linglestown Road.
Pace 12 - 14 mph; no one dropped.
We will push out and over Piketown then go to Fort Hunter via Fishing Creek Valley Road then return to the park on back roads going through Linglestown. The route has about 2,000‘ of Vertical and features a loop on Potato Valley Road. This will be a wonderful ride with a starting temperature of 72, low to no winds, and 0% Probability of rain, and a sunset time of 7:48PM. Come join the ride.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46219552
Fishing Creek Valley Community Center
For those that can‘t ride Tuesday morning, I‘ll be leading an East Shore Flex ride Tuesday evening. We will depart at 5:30 PM from the Fishing Creek Valley Community Center, located at 1361 Fishing Creek Valley Rd, Harrisburg, PA 17112.
The entry driveway for the Community Center is exactly 2.5 miles inland from the intersection of North Front St and Fishing Creek Valley Rd, between Frog Hollow Rd and the entry for Boyd‘s Big Tree Preserve.
The parking lot is around the back of the site.
Starting from this location eliminates the hills closer to Fort Hunter and makes for an easier ride. Our route will be around 25 miles, with about 1100 ft of climb. We will stop at Manada Golf Course for a break and plan on getting back before sunset at 7:48 PM
This is a C paced ride with average speed 11 mph to 13 mph. No rider will be dropped.
B+Ride at 5:30 pm. 30-40 miles at an average pace of 17-19 mph.
Upper Allen Friendship Park
Upper Allen Friendship Park: 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: B+ Ride. For the experienced group rider in good physical condition and capable of maintaining a fast pace for distances up to 50 miles. Flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 17-19 mph, with distances up to 50 miles. Few stops if any. Riders unable to maintain classified pace may be dropped. Pace: 17-19 mph. Terrain: Rolling.
Upper Allen Friendship Park
Upper Allen Friendship Park : 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: C Casual - For the casual group cyclist who wants to socialize but likes some distance. Generally flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 11-13 mph, slow easy pace on hills, with distances of 15 to 30 miles. Stops about every 10 miles. No rider is dropped. Check the description of the specific ride for more precise information.
Upper Allen Friendship Park
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46235511
Upper Allen Friendship Park : 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: C+ Leaving from Friendship Park, on Fisher Rd, Upper Allen, every Tuesday and Thursday evenings for those riders interested in a moderately paced ride (13 – 15 mph average) and will often include some climbing.
Let‘s take a look at the Greenbelt now that Spring is here. There should be plenty to see. Meet at Fort Hunter barn side parking lot to depart at 9:30. Casual C pace of 25 miles give or take. Lunch afterwards at the recently opened Alvaro Bread and Pastry. alvarobread.com.
Old Trolley Line Park: 5 PM. Ride Classification: B+ Training: For the experienced group rider in good physical condition and capable of maintaining a fast pace for distances up to 50 miles. Flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 17-19 mph, with distances up to 50 miles. Few stops if any. Riders unable to maintain classified pace may be dropped. Pace: 17-19 mph Terrain: Rolling.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46218324
Distance: 35 miles (+ or - 3 miles)
Pace: 13.5 to 15 mph (average)
Climb: 1400 ft (+ or - 300 feet)
Upper Allen Friendship Park
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41019585
Upper Allen Friendship Park : 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: C+ Leaving from Friendship Park, on Fisher Rd, Upper Allen, every Tuesday and Thursday evenings for those riders interested in a moderately paced ride (13 – 15 mph average) and will often include some climbing.
Upper Allen Friendship Park
Upper Allen Friendship Park : 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: C Casual - For the casual group cyclist who wants to socialize but likes some distance. Generally flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 11-13 mph, slow easy pace on hills, with distances of 15 to 30 miles. Stops about every 10 miles. No rider is dropped. Check the description of the specific ride for more precise information.
Upper Allen Friendship Park
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/30841976 Upper Allen Friendship Park: 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: B+ Ride. For the experienced group rider in good physical condition and capable of maintaining a fast pace for distances up to 50 miles. Flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 17-19 mph, with distances up to 50 miles. Few stops if any. Riders unable to maintain classified pace may be dropped. Pace: 17-19 mph. Terrain: Rolling.
Hershey Briarcrest Square
Hershey Briarcrest Square: 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: C: Casual - – For the casual group cyclist who wants to socialize but likes some distance. Generally flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 11-13 mph, slow easy pace on hills, with distances 15 – 30 miles. Stops about every 10 miles. No rider is dropped. Check the description of the specific ride for more precise pace. Pace: 11-13 mph. Terrain: Rolling
Hershey Briarcrest Square
Hershey Briarcrest Square : 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: B+ Training: For the experienced group rider in good physical condition and capable of maintaining a fast pace for distances up to 50 miles. Flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 17-19 mph, with distances up to 50 miles. Few stops if any. Riders unable to maintain classified pace may be dropped. Pace: 17-19 mph Terrain: Rolling.
Hershey Briarcrest Square
I'll post the route that's planned later this week
Hershey Briarcrest Square : 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: B: Fast - For the experienced group rider in good physical condition and capable of maintaining a steady pace. Flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 15-17 mph, with distances generally 25-50 miles. Few stops if any. Riders unable to maintain classified pace may be dropped. Pace: 15-17 mph. Terrain: Rolling. Ride Description: Hershey B; Rides leave from Briarcrest Square Mondays and Thursdays, April through September. The pace is 15 to 17mph sometimes slower for hillier rides. Distances are typically from 20 to 45 miles. Rides cover Southern Dauphin, Western Lancaster and Lebanon counties.
Hershey Briarcrest Square
Hershey Briarcrest Square : 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: C+. For the experienced group cyclist. Flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 13-15 mph, with distances typically 20-45 miles. One brief stop midway in ride or when necessary. No rider is dropped. Terrain: Rolling.
Ride with GPS Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46264250
This week‘s Friday Lunch Ride returns to Hershey. We‘ll have the option of dining at Primanti‘s, Freshido or others.
Depart from 5 Bridges Fitness at 10:00 am.
This is a 20 mile ride to lunch with a 15 mile return. Pace 12 - 14 mph with no one dropped.
Hershey Briarcrest Square
Hershey Briarcrest Square : 5 PM. Ride Classification: B+ Training: For the experienced group rider in good physical condition and capable of maintaining a fast pace for distances up to 50 miles. Flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 17-19 mph, with distances up to 50 miles. Few stops if any. Riders unable to maintain classified pace may be dropped. Pace: 17-19 mph Terrain: Rolling.
East Hanover Twp Municipal Bldg
The plan is to run out to Little Mountain Road and from there to head into Jonestown on rural Lancaster Avenue. The temperature is forecast to be 51F at 8:30AM and 60F in Grantville by 11:00. I have an alternate route that avoids a long run on Jonestown Road, but it is 35.6 miles. I am planning to follow the second route, but anyone wanting a shorter ride can use the first route.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46262331
Alternate 35.5 mile route - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46271652
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41009250 ("flat and fast" - a crowd favorite!!)
Distance: 38 miles
Pace: 13.5 to 15 mph (average)
Climb: 1446 ft
Memorial Lake - Middle Road entrance
DISTANCE: Approx 20 miles
SPEED: 9-11 MPH
The plan is to ride two loops of approx.. 10 miles each to allow people to stop after the first loop. Route will vary some from the previous route. This is a no drop ride and bathrooms are available at the start. Current current forecast looks good.
Cancellation will be posted by 8:30AM if needed.
Question or concerns? Contact Dave Serff dserff72@gmail.com. or 717-609-2742
This week we‘ll return to Clark‘s Valley Road for an out and back.
Officially, we‘ll ride out 15 miles and return.
Since this is a straight out and back, you can ride as many, or few, miles as you choose.
Depart from 3 B‘s at 10:00 am.
Pace will officially be C ; 11 - 13mph, but you can set your own pace, slower or faster, since we shall all be on the same out and back route.
Welcome to the Mechanicsburg Saturday C ride! We meet Saturday mornings behind the Mechanicsburg High School in the back parking lot. The ride time is determined by the ride leader for that week and the average speed is between 11-13mph and no riders are dropped on this ride. PLEASE NOTE TIME CHANGE! This weeks ride will leave at 10:30 so please be on time and ready to go. I will send out more info about the route in the forum email. Any questions let me know!
Parking lot north of Market Street bridge
Join us to meander on two wheels around the lovely Harrisburg area.
Meet on City Island by 7:05. Start riding at 7:15.
Casual ride at an average pace of 8-10 mph.
No rider will be left behind.
Helmets required. Water recommended.
Young people and families are welcome!
Optional post-ride breakfast at Roxy‘s, corner of Third and North Streets.
Hershey Briarcrest Square
Hershey Briarcrest Square: 8:30 AM. For the experienced group rider in good physical condition and capable of maintaining a steady pace. Pace, distance, and terrain varies depending on who shows up
Join me for this apple blossom ride in the Adams County orchards. Apple blossom should be at peak about then. There are hills on this ride because they only put apple orchards on hillsides. Pace will be a slow as needed. Toilet and food stop at mile 24 at Kennie‘s Market in Biglerville. This is defiantly a no drop ride.
Distance: 38 miles
Pace: 11 to 13 mph average?
Climb: 2700 ft per RWGPS
Bike the Northwest Lancaster County River Trail (NWLCRT)
From Falmouth to Columbia and Back
10:00 AM, Monday, April 22, 2024
Distance 28 miles
Speed 8 – 11 mph
Ride leader: Karl Martz
The Northwest Lancaster County River Trail runs along the Susquehanna River from Falmouth PA to Columbia, PA. All of the trail is paved. The trail is located between the Susquehanna River and Pennsylvania Route 441. We will meet at 9:45 AM at the Falmouth Boat Launch, 111 Collins Rd. Bainbridge PA 17502. The ride will begin promptly at 10:00 AM.
Helmets are required. In-the-ear listening devices are not allowed. This is an out-and-back ride.
Bring water and snack. We will take a rest stop when we arrive in Columbia at the Columbia Crossings River Trails Center (restrooms, picnic tables, and a great view of the river). Other stops as needed.
PLEASE NOTE: The mud and debris has been cleared from the Shock‘s Mill Bridge area as of Thursday, April 18th.
If you have questions, call Karl Martz at 717- 991-0409, or email madriver54@comcast.net
Hershey Briarcrest Square
Hershey Briarcrest Square : 5:00 PM. Ride Classification: B+ Training: For the experienced group rider in good physical condition and capable of maintaining a fast pace for distances up to 50 miles. Flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 17-19 mph, with distances up to 50 miles. Few stops if any. Riders unable to maintain classified pace may be dropped. Pace: 17-19 mph Terrain: Rolling.
Hershey Briarcrest Square
Hershey Briarcrest Square : 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: B: Fast - For the experienced group rider in good physical condition and capable of maintaining a steady pace. Flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 15-17 mph, with distances generally 25-50 miles. Few stops if any. Riders unable to maintain classified pace may be dropped. Pace: 15-17 mph. Terrain: Rolling. Ride Description: Hershey B; Rides leave from Briarcrest Square Mondays and Thursdays, April through September. The pace is 15 to 17mph sometimes slower for hillier rides. Distances are typically from 20 to 45 miles. Rides cover Southern Dauphin, Western Lancaster and Lebanon counties.
Hershey Briarcrest Square
Hershey Briarcrest Square: 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: C: Casual - – For the casual group cyclist who wants to socialize but likes some distance. Generally flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 11-13 mph, slow easy pace on hills, with distances 15 – 30 miles. Stops about every 10 miles. No rider is dropped. Check the description of the specific ride for more precise pace. Pace: 11-13 mph. Terrain: Rolling
Hershey Briarcrest Square
Hershey Briarcrest Square : 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: C+. For the experienced group cyclist. Flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 13-15 mph, with distances typically 20-45 miles. One brief stop midway in ride and when necessary. No rider is dropped. Pace: 13-15 mph Terrain: Rolling.
Upper Allen Friendship Park
Upper Allen Friendship Park: 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: B+ Ride. For the experienced group rider in good physical condition and capable of maintaining a fast pace for distances up to 50 miles. Flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 17-19 mph, with distances up to 50 miles. Few stops if any. Riders unable to maintain classified pace may be dropped. Pace: 17-19 mph. Terrain: Rolling.
Upper Allen Friendship Park
Upper Allen Friendship Park : 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: C Casual - For the casual group cyclist who wants to socialize but likes some distance. Generally flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 11-13 mph, slow easy pace on hills, with distances of 15 to 30 miles. Stops about every 10 miles. No rider is dropped. Check the description of the specific ride for more precise information.
Come join us for a 21 mile loop around Churchtown! https://ridewithgps.com/routes/33222700
Upper Allen Friendship Park
Upper Allen Friendship Park : 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: C+ Leaving from Friendship Park, on Fisher Rd, Upper Allen, every Tuesday and Thursday evenings for those riders interested in a moderately paced ride (13 – 15 mph average) and will often include some climbing.
Old Trolley Line Park: 5 PM. Ride Classification: B+ Training: For the experienced group rider in good physical condition and capable of maintaining a fast pace for distances up to 50 miles. Flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 17-19 mph, with distances up to 50 miles. Few stops if any. Riders unable to maintain classified pace may be dropped. Pace: 17-19 mph Terrain: Rolling.
Fort Hunter Park (RIverside Pavilion)
Modified Capital Area Greenbelt Ride, Fort Hunter to Shipoke and back!
12:15 PM Thursday, April 25, 2024
Speed 8-11 mph
Distance 18-20 miles
Join Karl Martz for a trail ride on the west, south and north sections of the Harrisburg Greenbelt -- Fort Hunter to Shipoke (including the Harvey Taylor Bridge and City Island), and back. This ride avoids the hills and busy streets, and is primarily on the trail sections of the Greenbelt.
Meet at 12:00 PM at Fort Hunter (river side) Pavilion and be ready to depart for the ride at 12:15 PM. Helmets are required. In-ear listening devices are not permitted.
Questions? Email Karl at madriver54@comcast.net or call 717-991-0409. (On the morning of the ride call Karl on his cell phone at 717-991-0409.)
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Hershey Briarcrest Square
Hershey Briarcrest Square : 5:00 PM. Ride Classification: B+ Training: For the experienced group rider in good physical condition and capable of maintaining a fast pace for distances up to 50 miles. Flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 17-19 mph, with distances up to 50 miles. Few stops if any. Riders unable to maintain classified pace may be dropped. Pace: 17-19 mph Terrain: Rolling.
Upper Allen Friendship Park
Upper Allen Friendship Park : 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: C+ Leaving from Friendship Park, on Fisher Rd, Upper Allen, every Tuesday and Thursday evenings for those riders interested in a moderately paced ride (13 – 15 mph average) and will often include some climbing.
Upper Allen Friendship Park
Upper Allen Friendship Park: 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: B+ Ride. For the experienced group rider in good physical condition and capable of maintaining a fast pace for distances up to 50 miles. Flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 17-19 mph, with distances up to 50 miles. Few stops if any. Riders unable to maintain classified pace may be dropped. Pace: 17-19 mph. Terrain: Rolling.
Linglestown Life Rockville Campus
An ongoing program that aims to increase rider understanding of essential cycling skills, including repairing, handling, and riding legally in traffic.
Upper Allen Friendship Park
Upper Allen Friendship Park : 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: C Casual - For the casual group cyclist who wants to socialize but likes some distance. Generally flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 11-13 mph, slow easy pace on hills, with distances of 15 to 30 miles. Stops about every 10 miles. No rider is dropped. Check the description of the specific ride for more precise information.
Hershey Briarcrest Square
Hershey Briarcrest Square: 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: C: Casual - – For the casual group cyclist who wants to socialize but likes some distance. Generally flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 11-13 mph, slow easy pace on hills, with distances 15 – 30 miles. Stops about every 10 miles. No rider is dropped. Check the description of the specific ride for more precise pace. Pace: 11-13 mph. Terrain: Rolling
Hershey Briarcrest Square
Hershey Briarcrest Square : 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: B: Fast - For the experienced group rider in good physical condition and capable of maintaining a steady pace. Flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 15-17 mph, with distances generally 25-50 miles. Few stops if any. Riders unable to maintain classified pace may be dropped. Pace: 15-17 mph. Terrain: Rolling. Ride Description: Hershey B; Rides leave from Briarcrest Square Mondays and Thursdays, April through September. The pace is 15 to 17mph sometimes slower for hillier rides. Distances are typically from 20 to 45 miles. Rides cover Southern Dauphin, Western Lancaster and Lebanon counties.
Hershey Briarcrest Square
Hershey Briarcrest Square : 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: C+. For the experienced group cyclist. Flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 13-15 mph, with distances typically 20-45 miles. One brief stop midway in ride and when necessary. No rider is dropped. Pace: 13-15 mph Terrain: Rolling.
Hershey Briarcrest Square
Hershey Briarcrest Square : 5 PM. Ride Classification: B+ Training: For the experienced group rider in good physical condition and capable of maintaining a fast pace for distances up to 50 miles. Flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 17-19 mph, with distances up to 50 miles. Few stops if any. Riders unable to maintain classified pace may be dropped. Pace: 17-19 mph Terrain: Rolling.
Linglestown Life Rockville Campus
An ongoing program that aims to increase rider understanding of essential cycling skills, including repairing, handling, and riding legally in traffic.
Cumberland Valley Rail Trail - Newville Trailhead
Bike Ride on the Cumberland Valley Rail Trail (CVRT) - Newville to Shippensburg and Back
Saturday, April 27, 2024
Start Time: 10:00 AM
Distance: 22 miles
Speed 8–11 mph – Learning to Linger – D pace
The trail surface is fairly level (flat), well maintained, smooth crushed gravel, with paved road intersections. The trail goes to the southeast side of the Shippensburg University campus and connects to Earl Street on the south side of campus. The trail has been extended about two miles north of Newville. Those interested can ride an additional four miles at the end of the ride by riding the new section north.
Directions to the Newville trail head parking lot, which has restrooms:
From Harrisburg take Interstate 81 south to exit 37, Newville. Turn right at the bottom of the exit ramp on to route 233 north. Drive straight ahead for 3.8 miles. Turn left at the CVRT sign on to route 533 west, which is Vine Street. Continue 0.6 miles to the next CVRT sign which will be at the intersection of Rich Street. Turn left on Rich Street. The parking lot is about four blocks ahead at the intersection of Rich Street and McFarland Street. For GPS users, the address is: 23 McFarland Street, Newville, PA 17241.
Helmets are required on Harrisburg Bicycle Club (HBC) rides. In-the-ear listening devices are not allowed on HBC rides. This is an out-and -back ride.
Bring water and a snack. We will take a break at the Shippensburg Township Park Pavilion (restrooms available).
Please arrive at 9:45 AM and be ready to ride at 10:00 AM.
If you have questions, call Karl Martz at 717-991-0409 (cell) or email madriver54@comcast.net
Trevor Gordon Hall is presenting an exceptional acoustic guitar concert at the Manor on Front in Harrisburg on Saturday, April 27. at 7:00 p.m.
Parking lot between the bridges, north of Market Street
Join us to enjoy bicycling the Harrisburg area when traffic is fairly light.
Meet on City Island by 7:05. Start riding at 7:15.
Casual ride at an average pace of 8-10 mph.
No rider will be left behind. Helmets required. Water recommended.
Young people and families are especially welcome!
Optional post-ride breakfast at Roxy‘s, corner of Third and North Streets in Harrisburg.
Parking lot north of Market Street
Join us to enjoy bicycling the Harrisburg area when traffic is fairly light.
Meet on City Island by 7:05. Start riding at 7:15.
Casual ride at an average pace of 8-10 mph.
No rider will be left behind. Helmets required. Water recommended.
Young people and families are encouraged to join us.
Optional post-ride breakfast at Roxy‘s, corner of Third and North Streets.
Hershey Briarcrest Square
Hershey Briarcrest Square: 8:30 AM. For the experienced group rider in good physical condition and capable of maintaining a steady pace. Pace, distance, and terrain varies depending on who shows up
Hershey Briarcrest Square
Hershey Briarcrest Square : 5:00 PM. Ride Classification: B+ Training: For the experienced group rider in good physical condition and capable of maintaining a fast pace for distances up to 50 miles. Flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 17-19 mph, with distances up to 50 miles. Few stops if any. Riders unable to maintain classified pace may be dropped. Pace: 17-19 mph Terrain: Rolling.
Hershey Briarcrest Square
Hershey Briarcrest Square : 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: B: Fast - For the experienced group rider in good physical condition and capable of maintaining a steady pace. Flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 15-17 mph, with distances generally 25-50 miles. Few stops if any. Riders unable to maintain classified pace may be dropped. Pace: 15-17 mph. Terrain: Rolling. Ride Description: Hershey B; Rides leave from Briarcrest Square Mondays and Thursdays, April through September. The pace is 15 to 17mph sometimes slower for hillier rides. Distances are typically from 20 to 45 miles. Rides cover Southern Dauphin, Western Lancaster and Lebanon counties.
Hershey Briarcrest Square
Hershey Briarcrest Square: 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: C: Casual - – For the casual group cyclist who wants to socialize but likes some distance. Generally flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 11-13 mph, slow easy pace on hills, with distances 15 – 30 miles. Stops about every 10 miles. No rider is dropped. Check the description of the specific ride for more precise pace. Pace: 11-13 mph. Terrain: Rolling
Hershey Briarcrest Square
Hershey Briarcrest Square : 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: C+. For the experienced group cyclist. Flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 13-15 mph, with distances typically 20-45 miles. One brief stop midway in ride and when necessary. No rider is dropped. Pace: 13-15 mph Terrain: Rolling.
Upper Allen Friendship Park
Upper Allen Friendship Park: 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: B+ Ride. For the experienced group rider in good physical condition and capable of maintaining a fast pace for distances up to 50 miles. Flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 17-19 mph, with distances up to 50 miles. Few stops if any. Riders unable to maintain classified pace may be dropped. Pace: 17-19 mph. Terrain: Rolling.
Upper Allen Friendship Park
Upper Allen Friendship Park : 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: C Casual - For the casual group cyclist who wants to socialize but likes some distance. Generally flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 11-13 mph, slow easy pace on hills, with distances of 15 to 30 miles. Stops about every 10 miles. No rider is dropped. Check the description of the specific ride for more precise information.
Upper Allen Friendship Park
Upper Allen Friendship Park : 6:00 PM. Ride Classification: C+ Leaving from Friendship Park, on Fisher Rd, Upper Allen, every Tuesday and Thursday evenings for those riders interested in a moderately paced ride (13 – 15 mph average) and will often include some climbing.