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Come enjoy the start of the Fall colors in the rolling farm country southeast of Hershey. Approximately 25.2 miles at "C" pace with about 1,200 feet of elevation gain. Lunch for those who want to stay after the ride at Piazza Sorrento. https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48571503

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35592561 Distance: 35 miles Pace: 14.5 to 16 mph (average) Climb: 1027 ft

Bike the Northwest Lancaster County River Trail (NWLCRT) From Falmouth to Columbia and Back 10:00 AM, Thursday, October 3, 2024 Distance 28 - 30 miles Speed 8 –11 mph Ride leader: Karl Martz Let‘s go for a morning ride on the NWLCRT! 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. If you have questions, call Karl Martz at 717- 991-0409, or email madriver54@comcast.net

29 miles 1500‘ of climb Depart 4:45 pm to squeeze this ride in before sunset of 6:45 pm Bring your lights front and back just in case. https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35398506

Hershey Briarcrest C+ Flex Ride, Thursday Oct. 3, -5 PM start time. Be sure your front and rear lights are charged and ready.

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45543303 Distance: 35 miles Pace: 14.5 to 16 mph (average) Climb: 1,550 ft Departing from: Planet Fitness 1186 Walnut Bottom Road Carlisle, PA Phone: 717-439-2291 Email: garyranck@gmail.com

Join me for an easy 25-30 mile ride around the Mechanicsburg area, designed to get us gradually back into riding form after 11 straight days of rain! There will be a rest stop about 1/2 way through the ride. Start time: 10:00 a.m. Place: Pleasant View Park, 90 Pleasant View Drive, Mechanicsburg PA Route: TBD Pace: About 12-12.5 mph Leader: Marilyn Chastek 717-798-4537 mchastek2009@gmail.com

Ride the Conewago Recreation Trail and Lebanon Valley Rail Trail Elizabethtown Trailhead to Mount Gretna (out and back) 10:00 AM, Friday, October 4, 2024 24 miles at Learning to Linger Pace (8-11mph) The ride will begin at the Lancaster County start of the Conewago Recreation Trail on Route 230 (2385 North Market Street, Elizabethtown). It is between Middletown and Elizabethtown on the East side of Route 230. From Harrisburg, take route 230 or route 283 east towards Elizabethtown. The trailhead is the beginning of the Conewago Recreation trail, which is 3 miles on Route 230 towards Elizabethtown from the Toll House Road stop light on Route 230. Plan on arriving at 9:45 AM and be ready to ride at 10:00 AM. The majority of the trail is shaded by trees! Bring plenty of water so you can stay hydrated! Helmets are required on Harrisburg Bicycle Club rides. In-ear listening devices are not permitted. This is an out-and-back ride. NOTE: When we arrive at Mount Gretna we will be having lunch at the Mount Gretna Pizzeria (bring cash or a credit card)! To view the menu go to: https://mtgretnapizzeria.wordpress.com Questions: Call Karl Martz at 717) 991-0409 or email at madriver54@comcast.net

Nice ride from normal Briarcrest starting location. 30 miles 1653‘ We‘ll ride at a comfortable C+ or B pace depending on preference of those that show up. Route link: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48653525

Flex ride out of Hershey - Briarcrest. Hershey to Mount Gretna and back. A Butler Road climb from south to north. 14.5 - 16 mph. Proposed route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47275522

Modified Capital Area Greenbelt Ride, Wildwood Park to Shipoke and back! 9:00 AM, Saturday, October 5, 2024 Speed 8-11 mph Distance 18-22 miles Join me for a trail ride on the west, south and north sections of the Harrisburg Greenbelt - Wildwood Park to Shipoke (including the Harvey Taylor Bridge, Wormleysburg 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 8:45 AM at Wildwood Park Main Entrance near the bathrooms, and be ready to depart for the ride at 9:00 AM. 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.)

Welcome to the Mechanicsburg C Ride! We meet Saturday mornings behind the Mechanicsburg Senior High school. The average speed of the ride is between 11-13mph and the time of the ride is determined by that weeks ride leader. This weeks ride time will begin at 9;00am. It looks like the rain will have finally stopped by then! If you are new to the club or have never ridden in a group before please give me call prior to the ride so we can have a a short chat to make sure you have a great first experience with the bike club. Any questions please don‘t hesitate to ask! I will send out the route later in the forum email. https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34408637

DISTANCE: Approx 20 miles SPEED: 9-11 MPH .Looks like we will finally see some sun. ?? The route has not been planned, it will just be good to get back back on the bike. Bathroom‘s are available at the start.. This is a no drop ride so grab you bike. helmet and water bottle and join us. Cancellation will be sent by 7:30AM if needed. Question or concerns? Contact Dave Serff dserff72@gmail.com. or 717-609-2742

Gather at 10:30 am at the amphitheater parking lot at Little Buffalo State Park. UPDATE: We will ride the 31-mile, 1500‘ elevation route recently offered at the misty Bike 4 Books fall event at 11-13 mph (C-pace) and return for the Little Buffalo Festival. In recent times the festival is a smaller event than it once was, but it offers food, crafts, activities, nature, and live music. Bring a blanket or chair to hang out on the grass in front of the stage afterwards. Visit with friends, dance to the music, or hike a trail if you like. More information will be posted and an email sent (West Shore Ride Forum) closer to the date. FESTIVAL: https://littlebuffalofestival.org/ PARK MAP: https://www.dcnr.pa.gov/StateParks/FindAPark/LittleBuffaloStatePark/Pages/Maps.aspx ROUTE: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47085396

This is the last FIRST Sunday for the OSS and I am happy to lead you on an exciting journey. I was privileged to be able to lead most of the first Sunday of the month rides, weather permitting this season. Please join me for a casual ride and participate in the rest of the Sundays in October, until we start again in the spring!. Meet on City Island by 7:05. Start riding at 7:15. Casual pace of 8-10 mph on average; we ride for about 75 minutes. No rider will be left behind. We are here to encourage new riders. Helmets required. Water , extra tube and snack recommended. Come out and try us .. “ Mikey “ likes it . Optional post-ride breakfast at Roxy‘s, corner of Third and North Streets in Harrisburg.

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.

It‘s time for the annual trek over Whiskey Springs, one of Cumberland County‘s iconic climbs. If you look at the route profile, you‘ll see that there is only one hill on this route, but it‘s a big one! Figure on about a 2.5 mile climb to get over it. You can climb at your own pace. We will all regroup at the top, and then enjoy the rest of the ride. Start time: 900 a.m. Start place: Pleasant View Park, 90 Pleasant View Drive, Mechanicsburg Route: 35 miles of mostly gentle terrain, and this route avoids almost all of busy Mountain Road. https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34642539 Pace: 12 mph or so average. Much slower on the uphill! Leader: Marilyn Chastek 717-798-4537

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36669428 Distance: 38 miles Pace: 14.5 to 16 mph (average) Climb: 1254 ft

Hershey B ride will leave Briarcrest at 5PM on Monday 10/7

Hershey Briarcrest Sq: 5:00 Start / Ride Classification: C+. For the experienced group cyclist. Flat to hilly terrain. Average speed 13-15 mph, with distances typically 15-35 miles. One brief stop midway, if necessary. No rider is dropped. We’ll start at 5:00 PM to counter the shortening daylight. Our route will take us 20 miles, and 1,000 feet of elevation. We will have 2 climbs. The first off E. Canal St. on Shetland Dr. The second up Swatara Rd. coming off Sand Beach. Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42600938

Let‘s do it again because I missed it Thursday! 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 9:15 AM at the Falmouth Boat Launch, 111 Collins Rd. Bainbridge PA 17502. The ride will begin promptly at 9:30 . Helmets are required. This is an out-and-back ride. Bring extra tube, 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. 30 miles… expect pace to be 11-12mph. Looking forward to seeing YOU!

Learning to Linger, York Heritage Rail Trail, Wednesday, October 9, 2024 Ride Leader: Karl Martz Start Time: 9:00 AM Pace: 8-11 mph Distance: Approx. 25 miles Meet at the Rt. 30 parking lot at the intersection of Rt. 30 and Loucks Mill Road. Address: 1000 Loucks Mill Road, York. Take the Arsenal Road Exit off I-83 and go towards Lancaster to the second traffic light and turn right. Meet at 8:45 AM and be ready to ride at 9:00 AM. The trail surface is compacted crushed stone with asphalt in some areas. It can be managed with a road bike but a bike with wider tires would be recommended. Much of the trail is shaded. Optional lunch at El Rodeo after the ride (location is about 1 mile from the trailhead). Questions? Email: madriver54@comcast.net Phone: 717-991-0409. Questions or issues on the day of the ride call Karl at 717-991-0409.

We did a hilly ride last week, so let‘s make this week‘s ride a more gentle one and use one of our favorite routes. Start time: 9:00 am Start Place: The former Boiling Springs Tavern parking lot, 1 E. First Street, Boiling Springs Route: 33 miles of mostly gentle terrain https://ridewithgps.com/routes/44502779 We‘ll have a rest stop with bathrooms and water at about the half-way point. Pace: 12-12.5 mph If anyone want to lead a group at a faster pace, that‘s fine with me. Lunch afterwards at Caffe 101. https://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g52227-d4368124-Reviews-Caffe_101-Boiling_Springs_Pennsylvania.html Leader: Marilyn Chastek 717-798-4537 mchastek2009@gmail.com

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48700736 Distance: 36 miles Pace: 14 to 15.5 mph (average) Climb: 1850 ft

28 miles 28 miles and 1500 feet of climb Start Lenker Park at 4:30 pm Please be ready to ride at 4:30. Make sure you have your helmet, lights for safety, tires are inflated and all as we have limited daylight to squeeze in 28 miles. https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35398521

Bike Ride on the Cumberland Valley Rail Trail (CVRT) - Newville to Shippensburg and Back Thursday, October 10, 2024 Start Time: 9:30 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 9:15 and be ready to ride at 9:30 AM. If you have questions, call Karl Martz at 717-991-0409 (cell) or email madriver54@comcast.net

NOTE START TIME: 5p Briarcrest NE to Trail, Pine, Forge, and back. Proposed route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48717343, 21.6 mi, 1,158‘ elev

Evening ride, starting at 5PM aiming for 18 - 20 Miles

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/43676824 Distance: 37 miles Pace: 14.5 to 16 mph (average) Climb: 1724 ft

Celebrate the end of the 2024 riding season by joining the Harrisburg Bicycle Club and the St. John’s Lutheran Church by riding through the rolling terrain of Perry and Juniata Counties of Central Pennsylvania.

DISTANCE: Approx 20 miles SPEED: 9-11 MPH This week we will start by going east and ride to Ono, then west on Jonestown Rd through Harper‘s Tavern. We will circle by Shirk‘s church on are way back to the start Bathroom‘s are available at the start.. This is a no drop ride so grab you bike. helmet and water bottle . Please join us. Cancellation will be sent by 7:30AM if needed. Question or concerns? Contact Dave Serff dserff72@gmail.com. or 717-609-2742

Welcome to Mechanicsburg C Saturday Ride! We meet behind the Mechanicsburg Senior High school on Saturday mornings and the time is determined by that weeks ride leader. This weeks ride will depart at 9;30AM. The average speed of the ride is between 11-13mph. If you have never ridden on a group ride or you are new to the club please give me a call so we can quick chat to make sure you have a great experience. Im sending out the route in the forum email, Any questions please let me know!

Mark plans to lead the 50 mile ride at 9:00 a.m. and I‘ll lead the 20 miler, starting at 10:00 a.m. I‘ll do a C pace, but because of the hills, it will probably be in the 11-12 mph range. It‘s a beautiful route through scenic, low traffic countryside, and it‘s always a good time to see what‘s happening at the festival at the church afterwards. Here‘s the route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/1412624

An Evening with Chris Wilson - Singer Songwriter Vocalist Saturday, October 12, 2024 - (6:00 pm Doors) Concert at 7:00 - 10:00 pm The River Room of The Manor on Front 2917 N Front St, Harrisburg, PA 17110, USA First, we will welcome a returning headliner, Chris Wilson from Rochester, NY. If you wonder why Chris has impressed us so much, just listen to this collaboration with former Mansion Concert artists and Grammy award winners, Kate Lee and Forrest O‘Connor. This track, entitled "Take Me On," can be found on Chris‘s latest recording " One Hallelujah." https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F2jLPBJOcFM And here‘s a bonus sampler of a tune he is well known to play in concert: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cl9hqafK6As Opening our show will be another familiar Mansion Concert performer, Lucas Gienow. Lucas is a young Lancaster-based songwriter who is the lead singer for the band Nearly York. Lucas is a music technology adjunct professor at Lebanon Valley College and a professional sound production technician for music makers in Nashville and worldwide. But honestly, His songs are led by his tasteful vocals and terrific guitar work supporting the song. Lucas is a new father and we are so happy to have him return to the concert series after multiple failed attempts during the pandemic. Again if you are curious as to why we are bringing Lucas back, here is a lovely new sample of his most recent songwriting: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OsRHsddZR3c And here‘s a bonus sampler of a tune with his band that he often plays in his all-acoustic set: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2aZfzgAw5EE Pre-purchased tickets are required. To learn more about this and other Mansion Concerts - go to www.mansionconcert.com.

Dick Norford leads our early ride today, so expect a wonderful experience. What better way to spend the middle morning of a long holiday weekend? Meet on City Island by 7:05. Start riding at 7:15. Casual pace of 8-10 mph on average; we ride for about 90 minutes. 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.

Yes - Sunday @ 10:00am!! The weather forecast for the upcoming week will dictate when we can ride. https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47657802 Distance: 37 miles Pace: 14.5 to 16 mph (average) Climb: 1588 ft

A repeat of the praised Washington, DC tour. We‘ll carpool to Falls Church, Virginia and ride the W&OD and Mt. Vernon trails along the Potomac,then cross into DC at the Lincoln Memorial. We‘ll ride along the Mall, visiting a few famous memorials, including the magnificent Workd War II Memorial, to the Capitol, Supreme Court and White House, crossing back into Virginia at the Jefferson Memorial. This is a C pace ride, no one dropped. 31 miles. It is Columbus Day; the Capitol should not be as busy. PLEASE send an email to hlross18@gmail.com to let us know that you will be attending. We must arrange for parking in Virginia. We‘ll meet at 5 Bridges Fitness, Oakhurst Blvd., at 8:00 am to carpool or Sheetz, Route 15 in Dillsburg at 8:30 am.

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36603409 Distance: 35 miles Pace: 14.5 to 16 mph (average) Climb: 1493 ft

Rail Trail Bike Ride on the Lehigh Gorge from Jim Thorpe PA to Buttermilk Falls and Back - Thursday October 17, 2024 - Enjoy fall colors in the PA North East mountain area Distance 30 miles, Average Speed 8 – 10 mph Learning to Linger Pace so we may enjoy the Fall colors! Join Karl Martz for a bike ride on the Lehigh Gorge trail in a mountain pass beside the Lehigh River. Meet at 7:30am on Thursday, October 17, 2024 at the parking lot of the Manada Hill Diner, and be ready to depart at 8:00 am. The address of the restaurant is 257 North Hershey Road, Harrisburg PA 17112. The restaurant is on Route 39, just south of the I-81 ramp for Route 39. The restaurant is adjacent to the La Quinta Inn. We will carpool from the restaurant parking lot to drive to Jim Thorpe. In Jim Thorpe, park at the north end of the public parking — located behind the Pocono Mountains Visitor Center and Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railway. The parking fee is $8. We should be at the trailhead to begin the ride around 9:30 am. - 9:45 AM. The trail begins at the north end of the parking lot away from the train station. There are rest rooms in and next to the train station. Over half of the trail is shaded and alongside a river valley. We will bike north past Rockport to Buttermilk Falls where we will take a snack break. Rockport is along the Lehigh Gorge trail between Jim Thorpe and White Haven. The falls are about 1/2 mile past Rockport.  After our break we will turn around and bike back down to Jim Thorpe. There will hopefully be good fall color in mountains around Jim Thorpe this time in October. Bring a snack to eat on the trail and plenty of water. When we return to Jim Thorpe, we will walk a few blocks to the “Myst - Hibachi, Sushi and Gastro Pub” on Susquehanna Street for a late lunch/early dinner. You can view the menu here - https://www.mysthibachisushipub.com/menu/  This is a “Learning to Linger” bike ride. It will be evening when we return to the Harrisburg area. At the time of this pos

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48082078 Distance: 38 miles Pace: 14.5 to 16 mph (average) Climb: 1141 ft

Hershey B ride out of Briarcrest Square will ride 26.5 miles on a sunny, cool evening with temps in the upper 50‘s The days are getting shorter and the temps are starting to drop, so let‘s get the rides in now when we still can. Looking forward to seeing some riders at the start of the ride. PLEASE NOTE START TIME OF 4:30 PM

Hope you can join me for a 26 mile ride around the Mechanicsburg area followed by optional lunch at Wolfe‘s Brewing Company. Start time: 10:00 a.m. Start Place: Wolfe‘s Brewing, 100 Legacy Park Drive, Mechanicsburg. Please park in the areas farthest from Wolfe‘s and the other businesses at Legacy Park. Route: 25.6 miles of gentle terrain. https://www.wolfbrewingco.com/menus?menu=food-menu-1 Take a look at this route and you‘ll see it‘s like a scavenger hunt, with points of interest to find along the way. Pace: 12-12.5 mph Lunch afterwards at Wolf‘s Brewing Company where you can find good food and good beer. Leader: Marilyn Chastek mchastek2009@gmail.com

Roughly 50 miles into north Lebanon. Here‘s the route https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48805451

DISTANCE: Approx 26 miles SPEED: 9-11 MPH Time to check out the fall foliage. We will start by riding to Lake Strausse, on the way back we‘ll head over to Swatara State Park. Expect to see all types of road surfaces,(Pave, crushed cinders, gravel and wood chips) Route is mainly flat but do expect some hills. Bikes with wider tires are recommended. Hybrid, gravel or mountain bikes are best bets. Remember to bring water, snack and helmet. In the park we will head north on the Rail Trail and then go over the bridge to Bear Hole Trail, thus avoiding the worst of the gravel, allowing us to see Bordner‘s Cabin At the North end of the trail the return will be on the Rail Trail. WHERE: Swatara State Park.- Lickdale Trailhead Directions: RTE 81 N to ext 90 for Lickdale. Left turn on Fisher Rd to RTE 72. Rte 72 North (left) Take the first right past the State Police Barracks. (Monroe Valley Rd) Look for the Lickdale Trailhead Sign , about a mile on the right. Cancellation will be sent by 7:00AM if needed. This is a no drop ride , porta-potty is available at the start. Question or concerns? Contact Dave Serff dserff72@gmail.com. or 717-609-2742

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/43453318 Distance: 37 miles (+or- 3 miles) Pace: 14.5 to 16 mph (average) Climb: 1792 ft (+or- 300 feet)

Last minute announcement - Meet at Mechanicsburg High Scholl at 10 AM for a 25-30 mile ride around the valley. I‘ll figure out something by morning.

Ride to Levitz Park, departing 5 Bridges Fitness at 10:00 am C pace, no drops.

Dave Raup leads our early ride today. Come along to enjoy the exercise with fellow-riders while the temps are still moderate. Meet on City Island by 7:05. Start riding at 7:15. Casual pace of 8-10 mph on average; we ride for about 90 minutes. 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.

Meet at Fort Hunter riverside parking lot near playground and bathrooms- 9:45 / depart 10:00 and ride to Midtown Cinema and meet up for the mural bicycle ride with HBG Bike Crew and Recycle Bicycle. See information below- pace 10-11 about 15 miles round trip plus the mural tour. Optional wear pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month or a fun Jersey.. costumes are always welcome! Helmet required, always a good plan to bring an extra tube, water and snacks. If you plan on meeting only for the mural tour, please message me. This is posted on Harrisburg Bicycle Club Group Facebook page. https://m.facebook.com/groups/36310972644/permalink/10161728697812645/? Donation suggested to Sprocket Mural Works a non profit.

I‘m going to lead a ride that takes us north of Mechanicsburg with great views of the fall foliage on the mountain ridge. The first half of the ride is pretty hilly but the second half is more gentle terrain. There will be one planned rest stop in the middle of the ride. The weather forecast looks great...sunny and high‘s in the 70‘s! Start time: 9:30 a.m. Monday, Oct. 21 Start place: Pleasant View Park, 90 Pleasant View Drive, Route: 26 miles https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48816025 Pace: About 12 mph Leader: Marilyn Chastek 717-798-4537 mchastek2009@gail.com

Modified Capital Area Greenbelt Ride, Fort Hunter Park to Shipoke and back! 10:00 AM, Monday, October 21, 2024 Speed 8-11 mph Distance 18-22 miles Join me for a trail ride on the west, south and north sections of the Harrisburg Greenbelt - Fort Hunter Park to Shipoke (including the Harvey Taylor Bridge, Wormleysburg 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 9:45 AM at Fort Hunter Park Riverside Pavilion, and be ready to depart for the ride at 10:00 AM. 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.)

Take advantage of the spectacular weather and join us for a Monday Morning ride! https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48824654 Distance: 37 miles Pace: 14.5 to 16 mph (average) Climb: 1429 ft

Start at 9am on Oct 22. We‘ll ride a loop into northern Lebanon. No drop ride as long as you can maintain an average pace of 13-15 mph. Our rides tend to average on the higher end of the C+ range. Stops as needed. https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48825128

Meet at 5 Bridges at 10 AM for a 25-30 mile loop. C Pace, no drops. Just good weather and great company

Bike the Northwest Lancaster County River Trail (NWLCRT) From Falmouth to Columbia and Back 10:00 AM, Wednesday, October 23, 2024 Distance 28 - 30 miles Speed 8 –11 mph Ride leader: Karl Martz Let‘s go for a morning ride on the NWLCRT! 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. If you have questions, call Karl Martz at 717- 991-0409, or email madriver54@comcast.net

Please park along the left side wall of the Rite Aid store! https://ridewithgps.com/routes/44748986 Distance: 38 miles Pace: 14 to 15.5 mph (average) Climb: 2351 ft

Join me for what is expected to be a fantastic, warm Fall day before the cool weather returns on Thursday, on a 29 mile ride that follows the Swatara and Quittaphilla Creeks to suburban Annville, then Campbelltown, and back to Hershey through lovely farm country. It has rolling hills along the way with just one short, but steep climb. According to RWGPS 1,239 feet elevation gain.. We‘ll take a break about half way at the Rutgers outside Annville. We‘ll ride a "C" pace (11-13 avg mph). No one dropped. https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48840520 We‘ll try out the new location of Simply Greek for lunch following the ride. 1190 West Chocolate Ave, Hummelstown (corner of Lucy Ave and West Chocolate Ave.)

41 miles and about 2500‘ of climb. Leave 8am on Aug 24. Ride out towards Steelstown, Coffeetown, and back https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48855738

The Gettysburg Fall Bike Weekend will be partnering with the National 9/11 Memorial Trail (911trail.org), a non-profit dedicated to building inter-connecting trails between 9/11 memorials located in NYC, NJ, PA, MD, and DC/VA, in order to honor and remember our 9/11 heroes.

Ride the Conewago Recreation Trail and Lebanon Valley Rail Trail Elizabethtown Trailhead to Mount Gretna (out and back) Thursday, October 24, 2024 Start Time: 10:00 AM 24 miles at Learning to Linger Pace (8-11mph) The ride will begin at the Lancaster County start of the Conewago Recreation Trail on Route 230 (2385 North Market Street, Elizabethtown). It is between Middletown and Elizabethtown on the East side of Route 230. From Harrisburg, take route 230 or route 283 east towards Elizabethtown. The trailhead is the beginning of the Conewago Recreation trail, which is 3 miles on Route 230 towards Elizabethtown from the Toll House Road stop light on Route 230. Plan on arriving at 9:45 AM and be ready to ride at 10:00 AM. The majority of the trail is shaded by trees! Bring plenty of water so you can stay hydrated! Helmets are required on Harrisburg Bicycle Club rides. In-ear listening devices are not permitted. This is an out-and-back ride. NOTE: When we arrive at Mount Gretna we will be having lunch at the Mount Gretna Pizzeria (bring cash or a credit card)! To view the menu go to: https://mtgretnapizzeria.wordpress.com Questions: Call Karl Martz at 717) 991-0409 or email at madriver54@comcast.net

The Gettysburg Fall Bike Weekend will be partnering with the National 9/11 Memorial Trail (911trail.org), a non-profit dedicated to building inter-connecting trails between 9/11 memorials located in NYC, NJ, PA, MD, and DC/VA, in order to honor and remember our 9/11 heroes.

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48843350 Distance: 37 miles Pace: 14.5 to 16 mph (average) Climb: 1281 ft

The Gettysburg Fall Bike Weekend will be partnering with the National 9/11 Memorial Trail (911trail.org), a non-profit dedicated to building inter-connecting trails between 9/11 memorials located in NYC, NJ, PA, MD, and DC/VA, in order to honor and remember our 9/11 heroes.

Modified Capital Area Greenbelt Ride, Fort Hunter Park to Shipoke and back! 10:00 AM, Saturday, October 26, 2024 Speed 8-11 mph Distance 18-22 miles Join me for a trail ride on the west, south and north sections of the Harrisburg Greenbelt - Fort Hunter Park to Shipoke (including the Harvey Taylor Bridge, Wormleysburg 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 9:45 AM at Fort Hunter Park Riverside Pavilion, and be ready to depart for the ride at 10:00 AM. 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.)

Dave Young leads our final 2024 Owen‘s Sunday Sociable today. Come along to enjoy the exercise and mark the end of our official season. We will resume scheduled rides on the final Sunday of March 2025. Off season, November through March, some riders gather for breakfast on Sundays at Roxy‘s around 8; if weather permits and road conditions are safe, they may set off on a "pick-up" non-club ride after eating. Today, October 27, we meet on City Island by 7:05. Start riding at 7:15. Casual pace of 8-10 mph on average; we ride for about 90 minutes. 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.

The Gettysburg Fall Bike Weekend will be partnering with the National 9/11 Memorial Trail (911trail.org), a non-profit dedicated to building inter-connecting trails between 9/11 memorials located in NYC, NJ, PA, MD, and DC/VA, in order to honor and remember our 9/11 heroes.

The Gettysburg Fall Bike Weekend will be partnering with the National 9/11 Memorial Trail (911trail.org), a non-profit dedicated to building inter-connecting trails between 9/11 memorials located in NYC, NJ, PA, MD, and DC/VA, in order to honor and remember our 9/11 heroes.

The Gettysburg Fall Bike Weekend will be partnering with the National 9/11 Memorial Trail (911trail.org), a non-profit dedicated to building inter-connecting trails between 9/11 memorials located in NYC, NJ, PA, MD, and DC/VA, in order to honor and remember our 9/11 heroes.