Impromptu Rides - Mountain Bike
Any weekday morning, weather permitting. Mountain Bike (XC) and Road Bike
Rides (D/G). Call Peter Van Horn, 610-913-0802 for more information.
Impromptu Rides - Road Bike
C-/D+ Rides 15-35 miles. Various times, places, and terrains. To join our group
and telephone list, please call Rosalyn Chasin, 302-478-1610
REGULAR WEEKLY RIDES
These rides will be run every week unless otherwise noted:
MONDAY from Wayne
Evening Training ride
Miles: 20/25 Pace: C&C+
Leaves at 5:30 from Church of the Savior parking lot, 651 N. Wayne Ave,
Wayne, PA 19087. (for directions, go to cos@cosnet.org). Many routes,
including Hillistown, Easttown horse country. Distance and pace will increase as
the season progresses. Other rides (D,B,A) Start at 6:00. Leader: Steve
Trobovic 610-687-9229 or wildyugo@verizon.net.
TUESDAY from Downingtown
Leaves at 6:00pm from the Duck Pond (Kardon Park) off Pennsylvania Ave.
A-/B (15+) Pace - Leader: Gary Bianchini
C+/B- (14-15 mph) Leaders: Amy Bruckner and Jay Lowden
C (10 -13 mph) - Leader: Lesa Franz
Join us for some nice rides out of Downingtown this season. Since it is still early
in the season make sure you have lights for visibility at dusk. Rides will be
canceled if it is raining at the beginning of the ride. Look forward to seeing you -
Amy, Jay, Lesa, and Gary
WEDNESDAY from Malvern
Show and Go Ride
Miles: 14-18 Pace: C
Cue sheets provided. Starts at 6:00pm from Malvern Municipal park, on Warren
ave, just off King Street in downtown Malvern. Contact the ride coordinator,
Gloria Howard, at (610)296-4058 with any questions.
THURSDAY from Kimberton
Show and Go Ride
Miles: various Pace: A/B
Leaves at 6:00pm from Kimberton Fairgrounds off route 113, south of
Phoenixville. Use the gravel parking lot off Kimberton Rd. Primarily A and B
riders have been coming, but it only takes a couple of riders to get a more
mellow peloton going. Contact Lewis Neidle at ljn@yahoo.com or 610-722-
5823 for more info.
THURSDAY (starting May 8th) from Eagleview
Miles: 20+ Pace: C+ (13+)
Leaves at 6:00pm from the Shops on Eagleview Blvd.
Park in front of Genuardi's – closest to the street. The pace will increase (to
hopefully 15) as the summer progresses. Cue sheets provided, but not
necessary unless you want to ride at a slower/faster pace than advertised.
Optional dinner after the ride. Contact Maliya at 610-363-3538 for additional
details.
MAY RIDES
Sunday May 4 9:00 AM
Adopt-A-Highway Road Cleanup (A RAIN OR SHINE EVENT)
First for the season and the roads are trashy. This is one of the Brandywine Bike
Club's longer running civic projects. Our section of road runs along Yellow
Springs Road in Valley Forge from the Covered Bridge west to Diamond Rock
Road, 2.5 miles.
This event is Rain or Shine. Unless you like trashy roads, please make an effort
to show up. Refreshments will be provided for those who work the cleanup
which takes about 45 minutes. A "C" ride will follow, weather permitting, of about
20 to 30 miles but the Road Cleanup is Rain or Shine. Contact Steve Warren for
details. SteveWarren1225@msn.com or 484-678-7138
Saturday May 10 9:30 AM
Centerville Delaware Ride
Miles: 16 Pace: C-/DG
Meet at Kennett Square High School parking lot in Kennett Square on Rt 82 and
South St. Join the leader for a pleasant ride to Centerville, DE. Rolling with
some hills. Leader: Nancy Tully, 610-444-4237
Saturday May 10th 8:00 AM
show and go family ride
Fred, Doug and Lesa will lead for all who show. We are encouraging our
neighbors and friends in the area to get on their bikes and ride. This will most
likely be an introduction to bicycling, family ride with young and old alike. CCBW
- Ash Park 300 Kersey Street, Coatesville PA. Contact Doug and Lesa Franz
610-383-4349 for details.
Sunday May 11 10:15 AM
St. Peter's to Lancaster
Miles: 30-35 Class: C+ (rolling and some hills)
Sundays are a GREAT day for a ride into Lancaster County, as you can ride
with the buggies instead of the cars. Ride leaves from the old St. Peter's
Church parking lot (corner of Hwy. 82 and Fairview Road, Honey Brook). Bring
water/snacks/money. Cue sheet provided. RSVP to ride leaders Mary and Don
Sheldon at 610-458-5555 or E mail dmsheldon@comcast.net. No call, no ride.
Rain cancels the ride.
Sunday May 11 12:00 NOON
Instructional Ride for New Riders
Miles: ~12 Pace: DG
Meet at the formal entrance to the Azalea Garden at the circle behind the
Philadelphia Museum of Art. It’s Mother's Day. So give a good gift to a mother
who is a new biker. Bring her or any beginner to this ride. This is a ride for the
beginner who wishes to learn and improve biking skills. Before, and during, the
ride, there will be a discussion about safe riding practices and the mechanics of
the bike, such as shifting and breaking. The route will be through
Fairmount Park stopping at a number of the park mansions. Leader: Steve
Trobovic,610-687-9229
Sunday May 11 9:00 AM NEW
Oley Valley Ramble
Miles: 20+ Class: C-/DG
Meet at the shopping center on Rt 73 in Oley for a
20+ mile ride in this beautiful area of mostly flat roads with some
rolling terrain.
DIRECTIONS: RT 100N towards Pottstown. Turn West on RT422 for a few
miles then NORTH on Rt 662 . At the T turn left on Rt73, the shopping
center is on left as you enter Oley.Bring snacks. optional lunch stop
after ride. CALL THE DAY BEFORE if you are coming/ NO CALLS/ NO RIDE
Leader: Fran DeMillion 610.444.3644(home); 610.316.2937(cell)
(use cell phone # on the day of the ride only)
Sunday May 12 to Friday May 16
Bike to Work Week All classes; any pace; Starting time: you name it! Support
your fellow cyclists around the country! Ride your bike to work this week. There
are many special events planned by the League of American Bicyclists and the
Bike Coalition of Greater Philadelphia. To find out how you can get involved,
visit: http://www.bikeleague.org/programs/bikemonth/events.php and http://www.
bicyclecoalition.org/
Saturday, May 17 - Sunday May 18
Hanover Horse Farm Tour/Camping
Join Maliya and John for the Hanover Cyclers event. We are planning to ride
the 35 mile loop with the option for an additional 15 miles. Call Maliya if you are
interested in camping at Codorus State Park Saturday night after the ride.
Sunday morning we will lead a 25 mile bike ride from Hanover (C+ Pace or use
the cue sheet to go your own pace). Go to the Hanover Cyclers website to pre-
register for the event, $15 by May 1, $20 if later. Call Maliya by May 10 to make
reservations for camping,610-363-3538.
Sunday, May 18 9:30 AM
Mexican 1/2 Metric Century.
Miles: 21 and 35 Class C-/C/C+
Leaves from Lower Perkioman Park, just off US422 at the Oaks (Egypt Rd)
interchange. This route was once part of SCU’s spring event. There will be
three ride leaders and two distances. The longer route features a rest stop at
Sanatoga Park were we can enjoy pizza from Cutillo’s Take Out Kitchen. It’s up
close to the Limerick Nuclear power plant (The locals swear that the pizza never
gets cold). Directions to the start: The entrance to the park is just off the Oaks
(Egypt Rd) interchange of US422. Go to the end of the access road to the back
of the park where the ranger station and bathrooms are located. Bring H2O & $
for pizza. A multi-club ride. Leaders: Arnie Roseman 610-640-4529,
biker73pa@msn.com; Pat Haggar 610-896-1987, phaggar@comcast.net &
Steve Trobovic 610-687-9229 wildyugo@verizon.net
Wednesday May 21 7:00 PM
Ride of Silence
Miles: ~10 Pace: <12mph
Meet at the front steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Please join your
fellow cyclists, from the area, to support this national/global event. The ride will
take approx. one hour. There will be a Philadelphia Police escort. Be sure to
bring lights and wear reflective clothing. As always, a helmet is required. Here
is some information about the ride: In 2003, Chris Phelan organized the first
Ride Of Silence in Dallas after endurance cyclist Larry Schwartz was hit by the
mirror of a passing bus and was killed. On May 21, 2008, at 7:00 PM, the Ride
of Silence will begin in North America and roll across the globe. Cyclists will
take to the roads in a silent procession to honor cyclists who have been killed or
injured while cycling on public roadways. Although cyclists have a legal right to
share the road with motorists, the motoring public often isn't aware of these
rights, and sometimes not aware of the cyclists themselves. The Ride Of Silence
is a free ride that asks its cyclists to ride no faster than 12 mph and remain silent
during the ride. There is no brochure, no sponsors, no registration fees and no t-
shirt. The ride, which is held during Bike Safety month, aims to raise the
awareness of motorists, police and city officials that cyclists have a legal right to
the public roadways. The ride is also a chance to show respect for those who
have been killed or injured.
Saturday May 24th
Regency Park Bike Rodeo, Coatesville – CCBW needs volunteers
Contact Doug and Lesa Franz at 610-383-4349 for details and more
information.
Sunday May 25, 9 AM
Thorndale/Wagontown Jaunt
Miles: 25-30 Pace: B- (14-15 mph)
Meet at Marsh Creek State Park boat ramp (Lyndell entrance off Rt. 282) for a
nice jaunt out towards Thorndale/Wagontown. Rolling hills mostly but some
good climbs in there. Bring water and snack. Leader: Amy Bruckner 610-585-
5641 or brucknea@hotmail.com
Monday May 26 9:00 AM
Memorial Day Ride
Miles: 20-25 Pace: all levels
Show your spirit by dressing up your bikes/self. Prizes will be awarded for the
best showing. Ride starts at Wal-Mart in Exton – Bring a light for the tunnel.
Riders may wish to enjoy a meal after the ride. Ride leader will stay with the
slower group. Contact Lesa Franz 610-383-4349
JUNE RIDES
Saturday June 14
Did you know that strawberries are the only fruit with seeds on the outside.
(discovered on the inside of a Snapple cap).
And did you know that Dr. Arnie Roseman, PhD, (with the able assistance of his
trusty, ill edumacated companion, Wildyugo), will be leading the Thirteenth
Annual Oley Valley Strawberry Ride from Daniel Boone Homestead. This great
ride usually is more of a sociable event rather than a ride, and a good reason to
eat strawberries, ice cream and cool whip. Be sure to look for the details in the
June issue of the Brandywine Pedaler.
Any weekday morning, weather permitting. Mountain Bike (XC) and Road Bike
Rides (D/G). Call Peter Van Horn, 610-913-0802 for more information.
Impromptu Rides - Road Bike
C-/D+ Rides 15-35 miles. Various times, places, and terrains. To join our group
and telephone list, please call Rosalyn Chasin, 302-478-1610
REGULAR WEEKLY RIDES
These rides will be run every week unless otherwise noted:
MONDAY from Wayne
Evening Training ride
Miles: 20/25 Pace: C&C+
Leaves at 5:30 from Church of the Savior parking lot, 651 N. Wayne Ave,
Wayne, PA 19087. (for directions, go to cos@cosnet.org). Many routes,
including Hillistown, Easttown horse country. Distance and pace will increase as
the season progresses. Other rides (D,B,A) Start at 6:00. Leader: Steve
Trobovic 610-687-9229 or wildyugo@verizon.net.
TUESDAY from Downingtown
Leaves at 6:00pm from the Duck Pond (Kardon Park) off Pennsylvania Ave.
A-/B (15+) Pace - Leader: Gary Bianchini
C+/B- (14-15 mph) Leaders: Amy Bruckner and Jay Lowden
C (10 -13 mph) - Leader: Lesa Franz
Join us for some nice rides out of Downingtown this season. Since it is still early
in the season make sure you have lights for visibility at dusk. Rides will be
canceled if it is raining at the beginning of the ride. Look forward to seeing you -
Amy, Jay, Lesa, and Gary
WEDNESDAY from Malvern
Show and Go Ride
Miles: 14-18 Pace: C
Cue sheets provided. Starts at 6:00pm from Malvern Municipal park, on Warren
ave, just off King Street in downtown Malvern. Contact the ride coordinator,
Gloria Howard, at (610)296-4058 with any questions.
THURSDAY from Kimberton
Show and Go Ride
Miles: various Pace: A/B
Leaves at 6:00pm from Kimberton Fairgrounds off route 113, south of
Phoenixville. Use the gravel parking lot off Kimberton Rd. Primarily A and B
riders have been coming, but it only takes a couple of riders to get a more
mellow peloton going. Contact Lewis Neidle at ljn@yahoo.com or 610-722-
5823 for more info.
THURSDAY (starting May 8th) from Eagleview
Miles: 20+ Pace: C+ (13+)
Leaves at 6:00pm from the Shops on Eagleview Blvd.
Park in front of Genuardi's – closest to the street. The pace will increase (to
hopefully 15) as the summer progresses. Cue sheets provided, but not
necessary unless you want to ride at a slower/faster pace than advertised.
Optional dinner after the ride. Contact Maliya at 610-363-3538 for additional
details.
MAY RIDES
Sunday May 4 9:00 AM
Adopt-A-Highway Road Cleanup (A RAIN OR SHINE EVENT)
First for the season and the roads are trashy. This is one of the Brandywine Bike
Club's longer running civic projects. Our section of road runs along Yellow
Springs Road in Valley Forge from the Covered Bridge west to Diamond Rock
Road, 2.5 miles.
This event is Rain or Shine. Unless you like trashy roads, please make an effort
to show up. Refreshments will be provided for those who work the cleanup
which takes about 45 minutes. A "C" ride will follow, weather permitting, of about
20 to 30 miles but the Road Cleanup is Rain or Shine. Contact Steve Warren for
details. SteveWarren1225@msn.com or 484-678-7138
Saturday May 10 9:30 AM
Centerville Delaware Ride
Miles: 16 Pace: C-/DG
Meet at Kennett Square High School parking lot in Kennett Square on Rt 82 and
South St. Join the leader for a pleasant ride to Centerville, DE. Rolling with
some hills. Leader: Nancy Tully, 610-444-4237
Saturday May 10th 8:00 AM
show and go family ride
Fred, Doug and Lesa will lead for all who show. We are encouraging our
neighbors and friends in the area to get on their bikes and ride. This will most
likely be an introduction to bicycling, family ride with young and old alike. CCBW
- Ash Park 300 Kersey Street, Coatesville PA. Contact Doug and Lesa Franz
610-383-4349 for details.
Sunday May 11 10:15 AM
St. Peter's to Lancaster
Miles: 30-35 Class: C+ (rolling and some hills)
Sundays are a GREAT day for a ride into Lancaster County, as you can ride
with the buggies instead of the cars. Ride leaves from the old St. Peter's
Church parking lot (corner of Hwy. 82 and Fairview Road, Honey Brook). Bring
water/snacks/money. Cue sheet provided. RSVP to ride leaders Mary and Don
Sheldon at 610-458-5555 or E mail dmsheldon@comcast.net. No call, no ride.
Rain cancels the ride.
Sunday May 11 12:00 NOON
Instructional Ride for New Riders
Miles: ~12 Pace: DG
Meet at the formal entrance to the Azalea Garden at the circle behind the
Philadelphia Museum of Art. It’s Mother's Day. So give a good gift to a mother
who is a new biker. Bring her or any beginner to this ride. This is a ride for the
beginner who wishes to learn and improve biking skills. Before, and during, the
ride, there will be a discussion about safe riding practices and the mechanics of
the bike, such as shifting and breaking. The route will be through
Fairmount Park stopping at a number of the park mansions. Leader: Steve
Trobovic,610-687-9229
Sunday May 11 9:00 AM NEW
Oley Valley Ramble
Miles: 20+ Class: C-/DG
Meet at the shopping center on Rt 73 in Oley for a
20+ mile ride in this beautiful area of mostly flat roads with some
rolling terrain.
DIRECTIONS: RT 100N towards Pottstown. Turn West on RT422 for a few
miles then NORTH on Rt 662 . At the T turn left on Rt73, the shopping
center is on left as you enter Oley.Bring snacks. optional lunch stop
after ride. CALL THE DAY BEFORE if you are coming/ NO CALLS/ NO RIDE
Leader: Fran DeMillion 610.444.3644(home); 610.316.2937(cell)
(use cell phone # on the day of the ride only)
Sunday May 12 to Friday May 16
Bike to Work Week All classes; any pace; Starting time: you name it! Support
your fellow cyclists around the country! Ride your bike to work this week. There
are many special events planned by the League of American Bicyclists and the
Bike Coalition of Greater Philadelphia. To find out how you can get involved,
visit: http://www.bikeleague.org/programs/bikemonth/events.php and http://www.
bicyclecoalition.org/
Saturday, May 17 - Sunday May 18
Hanover Horse Farm Tour/Camping
Join Maliya and John for the Hanover Cyclers event. We are planning to ride
the 35 mile loop with the option for an additional 15 miles. Call Maliya if you are
interested in camping at Codorus State Park Saturday night after the ride.
Sunday morning we will lead a 25 mile bike ride from Hanover (C+ Pace or use
the cue sheet to go your own pace). Go to the Hanover Cyclers website to pre-
register for the event, $15 by May 1, $20 if later. Call Maliya by May 10 to make
reservations for camping,610-363-3538.
Sunday, May 18 9:30 AM
Mexican 1/2 Metric Century.
Miles: 21 and 35 Class C-/C/C+
Leaves from Lower Perkioman Park, just off US422 at the Oaks (Egypt Rd)
interchange. This route was once part of SCU’s spring event. There will be
three ride leaders and two distances. The longer route features a rest stop at
Sanatoga Park were we can enjoy pizza from Cutillo’s Take Out Kitchen. It’s up
close to the Limerick Nuclear power plant (The locals swear that the pizza never
gets cold). Directions to the start: The entrance to the park is just off the Oaks
(Egypt Rd) interchange of US422. Go to the end of the access road to the back
of the park where the ranger station and bathrooms are located. Bring H2O & $
for pizza. A multi-club ride. Leaders: Arnie Roseman 610-640-4529,
biker73pa@msn.com; Pat Haggar 610-896-1987, phaggar@comcast.net &
Steve Trobovic 610-687-9229 wildyugo@verizon.net
Wednesday May 21 7:00 PM
Ride of Silence
Miles: ~10 Pace: <12mph
Meet at the front steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Please join your
fellow cyclists, from the area, to support this national/global event. The ride will
take approx. one hour. There will be a Philadelphia Police escort. Be sure to
bring lights and wear reflective clothing. As always, a helmet is required. Here
is some information about the ride: In 2003, Chris Phelan organized the first
Ride Of Silence in Dallas after endurance cyclist Larry Schwartz was hit by the
mirror of a passing bus and was killed. On May 21, 2008, at 7:00 PM, the Ride
of Silence will begin in North America and roll across the globe. Cyclists will
take to the roads in a silent procession to honor cyclists who have been killed or
injured while cycling on public roadways. Although cyclists have a legal right to
share the road with motorists, the motoring public often isn't aware of these
rights, and sometimes not aware of the cyclists themselves. The Ride Of Silence
is a free ride that asks its cyclists to ride no faster than 12 mph and remain silent
during the ride. There is no brochure, no sponsors, no registration fees and no t-
shirt. The ride, which is held during Bike Safety month, aims to raise the
awareness of motorists, police and city officials that cyclists have a legal right to
the public roadways. The ride is also a chance to show respect for those who
have been killed or injured.
Saturday May 24th
Regency Park Bike Rodeo, Coatesville – CCBW needs volunteers
Contact Doug and Lesa Franz at 610-383-4349 for details and more
information.
Sunday May 25, 9 AM
Thorndale/Wagontown Jaunt
Miles: 25-30 Pace: B- (14-15 mph)
Meet at Marsh Creek State Park boat ramp (Lyndell entrance off Rt. 282) for a
nice jaunt out towards Thorndale/Wagontown. Rolling hills mostly but some
good climbs in there. Bring water and snack. Leader: Amy Bruckner 610-585-
5641 or brucknea@hotmail.com
Monday May 26 9:00 AM
Memorial Day Ride
Miles: 20-25 Pace: all levels
Show your spirit by dressing up your bikes/self. Prizes will be awarded for the
best showing. Ride starts at Wal-Mart in Exton – Bring a light for the tunnel.
Riders may wish to enjoy a meal after the ride. Ride leader will stay with the
slower group. Contact Lesa Franz 610-383-4349
JUNE RIDES
Saturday June 14
Did you know that strawberries are the only fruit with seeds on the outside.
(discovered on the inside of a Snapple cap).
And did you know that Dr. Arnie Roseman, PhD, (with the able assistance of his
trusty, ill edumacated companion, Wildyugo), will be leading the Thirteenth
Annual Oley Valley Strawberry Ride from Daniel Boone Homestead. This great
ride usually is more of a sociable event rather than a ride, and a good reason to
eat strawberries, ice cream and cool whip. Be sure to look for the details in the
June issue of the Brandywine Pedaler.
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