2022 Local & Regional Events

• Two nights at the newly refurbished Quality Inn & Suites of Danville with plenty of meeting spaces,
• Tour packets with cue sheets & maps for a wide variety of routes, 
• Scenic routes for a wide range of distances, from 15 to 75+ miles, 
• Group rides with Leaders, 
• Friday & Saturday dinners, 
• Saturday & Sunday breakfasts,
• Outdoor gatherings under tents, for safe distancing, 
• Sandwiches and snacks to take with you on rides, 
• Bike-friendly charming college towns of Lewisburg & Bloomsburg nearby, 
• Off-road bike trails nearby,
• Travelogue presentation Saturday afternoon at the hotel after our rides, 
• Montour Preserve nearby for nature walks/hikes, birding, boating, 
• Parties, snacks, SAG, mechanical support, & more. 
• Sightseeing and local attractions for non-cyclist family members, also.
• Everyone is warmly welcome to join us, regardless of club affiliation.  GROUP DISCOUNTS available.
• Event details and registration are posted at phillybikeclub.org, or, BCPWeekends.org.
  

Now in its 25^th year, Miles for Matheny is an established, uplifting community event that raises funds and awareness for children, teens, and adults with medically complex developmental disabilities. Bringing together our patients, students, family, friends, and the community, this is an exciting day of cycling, walking, running, friendship, and fun!

• Cycling – Your choice of 12.5, 25, 35, and 50-mile bike rides, plus the highly challenging “Hills of Attrition” endurance ride, all through the beautiful Somerset Hills countryside. Cycling routes are designed by our long-time friends of the Bedminster Flyers.
• Lu Huggins Wheelchair & Fitness Walk* – Scores of Matheny children, teens and adults “wheel” through the fairgrounds accompanied by family and friends and cheered on by neighbors and supporters
• Kids Fun Run – Children ages 3-12 enjoy friendly competition where they are all winners
• 5K – complete the 5K in a flash or at a more leisurely pace
• Breakfast of Champions presented by the Friends of Matheny
• Plus music, family entertainment, and refreshments throughout the event.

When:Saturday, June 4, 2022

Registration starts at 7:30am and events run throughout the morning, culminating with the Wheelchair & Fitness Walk which begins at 11:00 am.

Where:J. Malcom Belcher Fairgrounds (1 Peapack Rd, Far Hills, NJ 07931)

All activities begin and end in the fairgrounds where friends, families, supporters and volunteers enjoy a variety of music, entertainment, children’s games, and fun for everyone! Parking is free and available at the fairgrounds.

Save the date it’s time to ride! Our 13th annual “Brake the Cycle of Poverty” ride through the beautiful rolling hills of rural Berks County is August 13th. The event features 4 breathtaking courses: The 62-mile Metric Century rides through all 4 covered bridges in Berks County, a 40-mile gentle rolling hills ride crosses two covered bridges, another with 25 miles of winding backroads, and a flat 10-mile scenic ride perfect for beginners and families too. All four rides feature breath-taking views, rolling hills, winding backroads, best-in-class GPS and SAG support, nourishing rest stops, and well-marked roads. There’s also food, drink, medical massage, music, and more when we’re done.

More info, and registration, at their registration page.

• ice cream festival at the finish;
• food, drink and friendly SCU volunteers at three well-stocked rest stops;
• SAG support;
• well-marked routes on quiet roads;
• cue sheets;
• online route maps and GPX files;
• ample free parking at the start/finish (National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa)
• GROUP DISCOUNT available

Cycle our favorite Chester County roads through lush rolling fields and past tranquil horse farms 

18 mi.                  A guided group ride 

35 & 50 mi.          For individual riders 

65 & 100 mi.        Ride the enchanting Lancaster County horse and buggy experience 

New! 55 mi.         Combo gravel/road for cross bikes  

• Sag supported
• Great rest stops with homemade snack selections
• After ride celebration with music and artisanal, fresh baked, pizza
• Special diets accommodated

The event will offer a choice of three routes. All routes include climbing, as the Sourland Mountain is beautiful, but not flat. The routes begin and end at the Otto Kaufman Community Center on Skillman Road in Skillman.  

Join us to kick-off the event on September 10, 2022, or ride at your own pace from September 11 through September 18 and help save the Sourlands!

See the website at this link

3-Mile walk/Ride

This 3-mile course is laid out along a paved path leaving from the community center walking along DeMott Lane to the Quail Brook Park on New Brunswick Road and return back to the community center.

10-Mile Ride—The Robert “Cozy” Merrits Memorial Ride

This ride is in memory of our beloved board member Robert “Cozy” Merrits. This ride takes you through the streets of Franklin neighborhoods out into open space.

A Rest Station is setup at the Community Baptist Church, 211 DeMott Lane.

30-Mile Ride

The 30-mile ride takes you through neighborhoods, Colonial Park, and landmarks riding along parts of the Delaware Raritan Canal through open land space. A Rest Station is setup in Colonial Park parking lot D area and at the Griggstown Fire Station #35 1037 Canal Road, Princeton. 

50-Mile Ride

This ride is for the seasoned rider. The route follows the beginning of the 30-mile route continuing along the Delaware Raritan Canal through parts of Rocky Hill into Kingston. Rest Stops are located in Colonial Park- parking Lot D area and at the Griggstown Fire Station #35 1037 Canal Road.

LAKE LOOP 2022

WHEN: October 2, 2022 @ 7:00 am – 1:00 pm

WHERE: Hopatcong State Park, 260 Lakeside Blvd, Landing, NJ 07850

CONTACT:  Lake Hopatcong Foundation, 973-663-2500, info@lakehopatcongfoundation.org

REGISTRATION: Adult ($50) – Children ($15)

WEBSITE: http://lakeloop.org

DESCRIPTION: Choose your challenge on Sunday, October 2 for the Lake Hopatcong Foundation’s annual Bike/Run/Paddle challenge at Hopatcong State Park. Participants can choose from the following activities:

• 62-mile bike ride
• 40-mile bike ride
• 20-mile bike ride
• 2.5-mile paddle
• 5K trail run/walk

2^nd Annual JFCS Wheels for Meals

Sunday morning, October 9, 2022

Mercer County Community College
50, 25, 10 and 3 mile routes

Please join for a cycling event to fight hunger. With 50, 25, 10 and 3 mile routes, there is something for serious and novice cyclists alike. All funds raised will support JFCS’ food distribution programs.

BCP's annual Fall Foliage Weekend  
in scenic, historic Hanover/Gettysburg, PA
October 21-23, 202

Complete package:

• 2 nights at the Hampton Inn & Holiday Inn Express of Hanover,

• Ride packets with a wide array of cue sheets & maps, ridewithgps.com route links, etc.

• Schedule of group rides with Leaders,

• Cycling around Gettysburg Battlefield,

• Off-road cycling nearby on York Heritage Rail Trail,

• Peaceful Codorus State Park and Lake Marburg nearby,

• Friday & Saturday dinners,

• Saturday & Sunday breakfasts,

• Cycling snacks and sandwiches to take along with you on rides,

• Post-ride therapeutic massages on Saturday afternoon,

• Parties, SAG support, road markings, live music, & more,

• “Wheely Good Smoothies” made on a “smoothie (blender) bike”.

• Plenty of sightseeing and local attractions for non-cyclist companions, also.

• For any questions, please contact Linda McGrane, at:
  267-251-7862, or lindabcpevents@yahoo.com

COVID Precautions will be maintained, based on CDC/public health guidelines in effect at the time of the event. All guests will be required to be fully vaccinated and boosted, prior to the event. Gloves, hand sanitizer, and masks will be available.

More info & registration at the event page