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It Is Back! The Winter Ride from South Germantown Recreational Park at Adventure Playground parking lot. This is a multi-class ride in the Montgomery County AG Reserve. Come join the fun in this ongoing series. Travel over low traffic roads in the brisk air every Sunday from December through February 15. Ride distances of 32, 42, 45, 48, 50, and 61. (The 50 mi route is OK as Shiloh Church Rd is open.) Rest stop for all rides is the Dickerson Market on Rt. 28. Click links above for routes. If you want a cue sheet, please print your own. Ride leaders may have a few cue sheets available. Check the website for information as to the ride status on days with inclement weather. Ride status will be updated by 8:00 am the day of the ride. Ride Leaders are Tim Guilford at tim@guil4d.net, Karen Berlage at karenberlage@verizon.net and Carol Linden at cdlinden@hotmail.com Various CC ride leaders on any given Sunday.

The Usual Monday Ride from Glen Echo runs every Monday through the rolling streets and neighborhoods of Bethesda, Potomac and Travilah. The exact route is at the whim of the ride leaders, so there are no cues sheets and the distance varies. Generally, there is no rest stop on the ride. However, we do stop to regroup at decision points and at the tops of significant climbs. Just before the end of the ride, a group of riders often stop at a coffee shop for socializing. On Federal Holidays, a longer ride option is usually available, and a RidewithGPS file of a 35ish and 60ish mile route will be posted here. Ride Leaders: Jay Range - jayrange@aol.com and David Stinchcomb - dstinchcomb11@gmail.com

Alternative Glen Echo Loops ride for B/BB riders. We will leave an hour before the C riders (they have an 11 AM start time) and will take a different route. Expected pace between 14 and 16 mph. This week‘s route heads out to the Travilah area with a rest stop at the North Potomac Community Center.

Each week will have a uniquely assigned Ride with GPS route link posted at least two days before the ride. All riders are expected to download the Ride with GPS route onto their devices or have printed out a cue sheet in case they decide to separate from the group for whatever reason. The group is expected to ride together at the group leader’s C pace, which will be 11 to 12 mph on average. Rides typically are 25 to 30 miles and ascent will be between 1,000’ and 2,200’, depending on the route. All routes are in low-traffic, moderately hilly residential areas. Two out of three weeks the ride finds its way to Potomac village. Each ride will have a rest/restroom stop midway and an optional lunch stop near the end. This is a recurring ride. ALL RIDERS MUST REGISTER EACH WEEK. For new riders, emergency-contact information is collected at the ride start.

With the roads still not clear, we‘re going to try something new this month - a virtual Tailgate Ride on Zwift! Our route will be Eastern Eight in Watopia - 33.5 miles, 1353 ft of elevation gain, and about 1 hour and 45 minutes of riding time. Please join the ride by 9:30am to make sure you‘re fully connected. We roll promptly at 9:40am. To join, follow Matt G. [pptc/tailgate ride] on Zwift and I‘ll add you to the meetup. If you want to socialize during the ride, join our Discord server at https://discord.gg/WTj7Z9YqX

It Is Back! The Winter Ride from South Germantown Recreational Park at Adventure Playground parking lot. This is a multi-class ride in the Montgomery County AG Reserve. Come join the fun in this ongoing series. Travel over low traffic roads in the brisk air every Sunday from December through February 15. Ride distances of 32, 42, 45, 48, 50, and 61. (The 50 mi route is OK as Shiloh Church Rd is now open.) Rest stop for all rides is the Dickerson Market on Rt. 28. Click links above for routes. If you want a cue sheet, please print your own. Ride leaders may have a few cue sheets available. Check the website for information as to the ride status on days with inclement weather. Ride status will be updated by 8:00 am the day of the ride. Ride Leaders are Tim Guilford at tim@guil4d.net, Karen Berlage at karenberlage@verizon.net and Carol Linden at cdlinden@hotmail.com Various CC ride leaders on any given Sunday.

The Usual Monday Ride from Glen Echo runs every Monday through the rolling streets and neighborhoods of Bethesda, Potomac and Travilah. The exact route is at the whim of the ride leaders, so there are no cues sheets and the distance varies. Generally, there is no rest stop on the ride. However, we do stop to regroup at decision points and at the tops of significant climbs. Just before the end of the ride, a group of riders often stop at a coffee shop for socializing. On Federal Holidays, a longer ride option is usually available, and a RidewithGPS file of a 35ish and 60ish mile route will be posted here. Ride Leaders: Jay Range - jayrange@aol.com and David Stinchcomb - dstinchcomb11@gmail.com

Looks like some "normal" winter weather. Wednesday forecast shows some sun, temps in the 40‘s, but a little breezy. This route is mostly rural, low traffic roads. All paved. Expect a more relaxed pace, appropriate for the season. Porta-loo available in the Park. Rest stop at the Elk Run store, mile 21. Mike McCarley, 703.218.0707, mccarleym218@gmail.com. Contact me with questions before the ride.

Alternative Glen Echo Loops ride for B/BB riders. We will leave an hour before the C riders (they have an 11 AM start time) and will take a different route. Expected pace between 14 and 16 mph. This week‘s route is very similar to the C-group route (*** note route modification 2/12 at 8:30 AM to stay closer to Glen Echo Park ***).

Each week will have a uniquely assigned Ride with GPS route link posted at least two days before the ride. All riders are expected to download the Ride with GPS route onto their devices or have printed out a cue sheet in case they decide to separate from the group for whatever reason. The group is expected to ride together at the group leader’s C pace, which will be 11 to 12 mph on average. Rides typically are 25 to 30 miles and ascent will be between 1,000’ and 2,200’, depending on the route. All routes are in low-traffic, moderately hilly residential areas. Two out of three weeks the ride finds its way to Potomac village. Each ride will have a rest/restroom stop midway and an optional lunch stop near the end. This is a recurring ride. ALL RIDERS MUST REGISTER EACH WEEK. For new riders, emergency-contact information is collected at the ride start.

It Is Back! The Winter Ride from South Germantown Recreational Park at Adventure Playground parking lot. This is a multi-class ride in the Montgomery County AG Reserve. Come join the fun in this ongoing series. Travel over low traffic roads in the brisk air every Sunday from December through February 15. Ride distances of 32, 42, 45, 48, 50, and 61. (The 50 mi route is OK now that Shiloh Church Rd is open.) Rest stop for all rides is the Dickerson Market on Rt. 28. Click links above for routes. If you want a cue sheet, please print your own. Ride leaders may have a few cue sheets available. Check the website for information as to the ride status on days with inclement weather. Ride status will be updated by 8:00 am the day of the ride. Ride Leaders are Tim Guilford at tim@guil4d.net, Karen Berlage at karenberlage@verizon.net and Carol Linden at cdlinden@hotmail.com Various CC ride leaders on any given Sunday.

The Usual Monday Ride from Glen Echo runs every Monday through the rolling streets and neighborhoods of Bethesda, Potomac and Travilah. The exact route is at the whim of the ride leaders, so there are no cues sheets and the distance varies. Generally, there is no rest stop on the ride. However, we do stop to regroup at decision points and at the tops of significant climbs. Just before the end of the ride, a group of riders often stop at a coffee shop for socializing. On Federal Holidays, a longer ride option is usually available, and a RidewithGPS file of a 35ish and 60ish mile route will be posted here. Ride Leaders: Jay Range - jayrange@aol.com and David Stinchcomb - dstinchcomb11@gmail.com

Rolling ride on mostly unpaved roads. The Big Thaw may leave sloppy conditions, along with the usual washboard and potholes. Recommend gravel or cyclocross tires for comfort and safety. This is intended to be a social/casual ride with periodic regrouping. I expect to average about 12.0-12.5. If you prefer slower or faster pace, please bring a ride-buddy. No stores on route. We’ll make an impromptu rest stop as needed. Ride starts at Mickie Gordon Park, 23235 Carters Farm Ln, Middleburg, VA 20117. No toilets at start. Porta-loo was removed. Mike McCarley, 703.218.0707, mccarleym218@gmail.com. Contact me with questions before the ride.

Alternative Glen Echo Loops ride for B/BB riders. We will leave an hour before the C riders (they have an 11 AM start time) and will take a slightly different route. Expected pace between 14 and 16 mph. This week‘s route is very similar to the C-group route with just a few modifications.

Each week will have a uniquely assigned Ride with GPS route link posted at least two days before the ride. All riders are expected to download the Ride with GPS route onto their devices or have printed out a cue sheet in case they decide to separate from the group for whatever reason. The group is expected to ride together at the group leader’s C pace, which will be 11 to 12 mph on average. Rides typically are 25 to 30 miles and ascent will be between 1,000’ and 2,200’, depending on the route. All routes are in low-traffic, moderately hilly residential areas. Two out of three weeks the ride finds its way to Potomac village. Each ride will have a rest/restroom stop midway and an optional lunch stop near the end. This is a recurring ride. ALL RIDERS MUST REGISTER EACH WEEK. For new riders, emergency-contact information is collected at the ride start.

The Usual Monday Ride from Glen Echo runs every Monday through the rolling streets and neighborhoods of Bethesda, Potomac and Travilah. The exact route is at the whim of the ride leaders, so there are no cues sheets and the distance varies. Generally, there is no rest stop on the ride. However, we do stop to regroup at decision points and at the tops of significant climbs. Just before the end of the ride, a group of riders often stop at a coffee shop for socializing. On Federal Holidays, a longer ride option is usually available, and a RidewithGPS file of a 35ish and 60ish mile route will be posted here. Ride Leaders: Jay Range - jayrange@aol.com and David Stinchcomb - dstinchcomb11@gmail.com

Alternative Glen Echo Loops ride for B/BB riders. We will meet at Glen Echo Park an hour before the C-group ride and take a different route. Expected pace between 14 and 16 mph. This week‘s route heads out to South Glen and explores Lloyd Road. After a rest stop at the Potomac Community Rec Center, we return via Falls Chapel Way, Gainsborough, Bradley, and Burning Tree.

Each week will have a uniquely assigned Ride with GPS route link posted at least two days before the ride. All riders are expected to download the Ride with GPS route onto their devices or have printed out a cue sheet in case they decide to separate from the group for whatever reason. The group is expected to ride together at the group leader’s C pace, which will be 11 to 12 mph on average. Rides typically are 25 to 30 miles and ascent will be between 1,000’ and 2,200’, depending on the route. All routes are in low-traffic, moderately hilly residential areas. Two out of three weeks the ride finds its way to Potomac village. Each ride will have a rest/restroom stop midway and an optional lunch stop near the end. This is a recurring ride. ALL RIDERS MUST REGISTER EACH WEEK. For new riders, emergency-contact information is collected at the ride start.