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This is a reprise of the "Winter Rides", which we hardly did at all this past season due to the weather. There are many distance options from which to choose: 32, 40, 45, 48, 50 (two), 61 miles. They are all together in a RWGPS collection in the link. You can decide what you‘d like to do as there are only a few Y/N decision points. There will not be formal leaders for all the distances but we will do an overview at the ride start.

Ride away from the Workhouse Arts Center to explore the suburban neighborhood streets of Lorton up to West Springfield and back. Brief rest stop at Burke Lake Park, mile 10 and another at Starbucks, mile 17. Near the end of the ride there is a 50 yard, unpaved, hard-packed path to ride on. Steps away from the ride start Bunnyman Brewing Cafe opens at 9am for breakfast, and lunch afterwards. Stay and visit the Lucy Burns Museum (history of the women’s suffragette movement) and artist galleries. SEE CUE SHEET LINK AT END OF DESCRIPTION, OR RIDE WITH GPS AT TOP OF PAGE UNDER "WHERE". Park near Building W-11 or W-10 located on the northwest side of the complex. That’s the area at the intersection of Rt 123/Ox Rd and Workhouse Rd. See map: https://www.workhousearts.org/campus-map 9518 Workhouse Way, Lorton, VA 22079 Non-members welcome. Contact ride leader prior to ride. Jeff Mankie [jsmankie@aol.com] [(571) 332-2130] GPS file for 26 mile route - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47007930 CUE SHEET LINK - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Jd7cb7C9jhPxSujlUPl7swVNTNFtb347/view?usp=sharing

The Usual Monday Ride from Glen Echo. For Covid vaccinated riders, a weekly ride primarily through the rolling neighborhoods of Bethesda and Potomac. Usually, the exact route is at the whim of the ride leaders, so there are no cues and the distance varies. The group stops to regroup at all decision points and at the tops of any significant climbs. When there is interest and on Federal Holidays, a longer option is usually available. Coffee shop and socializing near end of the ride. On holidays 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

Social ride from Raymond Rec Center in Sixteenth Street Heights DC to Maryland via Rock Creek Park. Then back downtown via the Metropolitan Branch Trail. Irving and Kenyon cycle track back to Columbia Heights for an optional finish at Wonderland Ballroom. Mix of streets, bike lanes, and trails with some hills thrown in. Meet by 5:50 in front of the gates on 10th Street. Raymond Rec doesn‘t have parking but on-street parking is not difficult. If you sign up, and later decide not to ride, please cancel online by 5 pm the day of the ride. Ride cancellation in the event of inclement weather will be posted here no later than 430pm the day of the ride.

From MGP ride climbs over Bull Run Mtn, a 3.5 mi climb with a steep descent, then rolling unpaved roads to a rest stop in The Plains. Expect primarily well-maintained dirt roads with some small gravel, potholes, washboard, and occasional loose gravel. Recommend gravel or cyclocross tires for comfort and safety. This is intended to be a casual ride with periodic regrouping. I expect to average about 12-13 mph. You’re welcome to ride your preferred pace. Start is Mickie Gordon Park, 23225 Carters Farm Ln, Middleburg. There are porta-loos in the park. Mike McCarley, 703.218.0707, mccarleym218@gmail.com. Contact me with questions before the ride.

Evening workout from Rileys Lock. Ride tends to be hard and fast (19+ mph). Park in first lot on the left where porta-Johns are located. Eric has agreed to arrive early and clean the bathrooms for us. If having difficulty signing up, you may simply text me at 301 252-2016 and I‘ll sign you up.

DTB is back for 2025! If you want a good ride from the heart of DC with a fun group of people - and a great post-ride - this is the place to be!

Start at Northern Fauquier Community Park. Easy route out to rest stop at Linden Park (Mile 18). Blue Mountain ascent starts at mile 24.5 with peak at mile 30.8. Regroup at Convenience Store after descent (Mile 36). Back by 55, Maidstone, Rectortown, Whiting. https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48275003

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. Those wishing to ride at an average pace of greater than 12 mph usually will have the opportunity to form a CC-level ride group at the start and depart a few minutes early with a ride leader from among their ranks. 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.

This social ride is one of the Thursday evening Tenleytown DC meet-ups and is a 12 mile loop through Tenleytown and Chevy Chase. The route for this evening is relatively flat with a couple of pesky hills out and back coming to almost 900 feet total of climbing, mostly on quiet residential streets and car-less Rock Creek Park. Meet by 6:15p at the south parking lot of the now-closed Tenleytown ElectriCityBikes store on Wisconsin Ave., NW. GPS file route - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29533433 Those so desiring afterwards can go several blocks from the ride finish to Pete’s Pizza and eat at the outside tables there. If you sign up, and later decide not to ride, please cancel online by 4 pm the day of the ride. Ride cancellation in the event of rain and wet roads will be posted here no later than 5p the day of the ride.

This moderately hilly ride from the South Germantown Adventure Playground runs over mostly lightly travelled roads to the base of Sugarloaf and then goes to a stop at Dickerson Store before returning. WILL CANCEL FOR RAIN. CHECK WEB SITE AFTER 7 AM SATURDAY. Please download your own cue sheet: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/30110456 Registration and helmet required. This is a no drop ride

10 am start from Dickerson Conservation Area at mile 39.5 on the towpath this ride will follow the C&O Canal to the Monocacy Aqueduct, then turn to climb Sugarloaf Mt. for scenic vistas, and return to DCA via scenic back roads. 28 miles. Mixed surface, but mostly gravel/dirt. There is an optional C&O Canal Assoc. happy hour and dinner at 4 p.m. participants will gather at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in Poolesville, Md, for Happy Hour and appetizers, followed by a delicious dinner prepared by locally acclaimed Bassetts Restaurant. The after-dinner speaker will be Bert Swain presenting the fascinating history of his family at Swain’s Lock on the canal cost is $38. https://candocanal.org/events/douglas-hike-and-dinner-2/ https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49516035

Former Bike Rack DC Beginner ride, it has survived the closing of BRDC, and the pandemic, and morphed into a ride that offers something for everyone **See Ride Requirements below**. A/B groups usually form after the first attack following a social start. Regroup at the turnaround and again at the finish. If you’re feeling racy you can race. If you don’t have legs you can likely fall in with another group and meet up at the turnaround point (Viers Mill Park). Expect pace lines and attacks up front, more casual riding off the back and very little vehicular traffic throughout. NOTE: There is an optional, hillier finish to the last couple miles that usually arrives at the start/finish regroup around the same time as the flatter finish group. If you‘re with the group and feel like a little climbing to end your ride, just follow. If not, keep to the posted route and everyone will finish at the same place. While it can get spicy, this is ultimately a social ride and all are welcome to enjoy post-ride refreshments and revelry at Don Juan‘s in Mount Pleasant, just a short climb past the finish. RIDE REQUIREMENTS ********************** - Helmet - Foot Retention (clipless pedals) - Drop Bar Road Bike (highly recommended) - Ability to hold 20mph minimum riding in a group OR be willing to potentially ride alone

Join us for a joint tandem ride with the Metro Washington Association of Blind Athletes (MWABA). We will start at the Eastern Market Metro station and stop for a rest stop at Vigilante coffee shop in Hyattsville. Lunch after the ride in Eastern Market. From MWABA: We will start the ride at 10:00. We will be doing a training from 9-10. The training is intended for captains and stokers who haven‘t ridden tandem bikes before. Sign up for the training and/or ride is: https://forms.gle/5qhNqJzHCf7Cf5K38 If you would like to captain for an MWABA stoker that would be great! If you are a "full" team you can note that on the form. Registration required: Use the form above or email mwaba.inc@gmail.com. Tentative 21-mile route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50231008 or 28-mile option: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50231033

Start at Olney Manor Recreational Park, near restroom building and dog park. The route is partly through Howard County, scenic territory. There’s a major hill at mile 6, and a long gradual climb miles 21-22. Rest stop at 16 miles, Glenelg. We usually have some B-level riders, but for CC level won’t drop anyone who can maintain 13 mph. Please print a cue sheet if you need one. RidewithGPS route: Olney-Manor_Glenelg_Unity_33b David Kitzmiller (ktzdh79@gmail.com) (202) 330-3798

SEE CUE SHEET LINK AT END OF DESCRIPTION, OR TOP OF PAGE UNDER "WHERE". Non-members are welcome and can contact the ride leader in advance to sign up. This ride begins near the Gunston Road bike path, continuing through surrounding neighborhoods and Mason Neck State Park. The route is relatively flat with a couple not too long hills out and back. Start with an out and back near the beginning featuring an eastern view of Belmont Bay. Ride along Gunston Road on the bike path, through some of the neighborhoods, into Mason Neck State Park, and Gunston Hall. Meet at the second entrance to the school parking lot. Lunch afterward at a local eatery. Glory Days Grill 1.7 Pho Chateau 2.2 miles Lasani Kabob Restaurant 2.7 miles Taco Rock 3.2 Jeff Mankie [jsmankie@aol.com] [(571) 332-2130] GPS file for 27 mile route - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/30012739 CUE SHEET LINK -https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ZohD2kB-UqkY2jIKFAxQwSQJ6yCGAYi6/view?usp=sharing