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OCSJ OCTOBER 2011 RIDES

NOTES: Leaders – please remember to have all riders sign in prior to ride. A separate D-only list can be found at http://drides.home.comcast.net Watch the ocsj-rides Google Group for ride additions, changes, and cancellations

RIDE CLASSIFICATIONS

Average Speed Cruising Speed

CLASS A+ 22+ 22 – 26 For very experienced and seasoned riders. No obligation to wait for stragglers or breakdowns as long as cue sheets or directions are provided. Be prepared for longer distances. Rotating pacelines likely.

CLASS A. 21 20 – 22 Similar to A+

CLASS B+ 19 18 – 20 For the above average rider. Should be capable of riding long distances with some stops. No obligation to wait for stragglers or breakdowns as long as cue sheets or directions are provided.

CLASS B. 17 16 – 18 Similar to B+

CLASS C+ 15 14 – 16 For the average rider. Rest stops about every 25 miles. No obligation to wait for stragglers or breakdowns as long as cue sheets or directions are provided.

CLASS C. 13 12 - 14 For the average rider. Shorter distances with frequent rest stops. The group will wait for stragglers and breakdowns. Cue sheets are not mandatory.

CLASS D. 12 or less 12 or less For the SLOWER or SOCIAL rider. Frequent stops by leader or upon request of rider(s). Cue sheets are not mandatory.

CLASS HILL various various Includes climbs of 5-10% grade and shorter lengths

CLASS HILL + various various Includes climbs of 10-20% grade and longer lengths

RECURRING RIDES

MONDAYS

9:30 a.m. CLASS C+/B. FLAT AS PIZZA RIDE 45-55 miles. 14-18 mph cruising pace. Venture to the heart of Burlington County for a flat, leisurely ride with a lunch break. Play hooky and help me find the best pizza in South Jersey. Very High Winds or rain cancel , email if not sure. Meet at Lumberton Municipal Building. Leader:Jimmy M. wheelsucker_69@hotmail.com.

TUESDAYS

WEDNESDAYS

THURSDAYS

FRIDAYS

9:00 a.m. CLASS B. HEADING DOWN TO HAMMONTON 50 miles. 16-18 mph cruising pace. B pace with plenty of breakaways., weather permitting, a ride to the Hammonton area. Meet at Freedom Park on Old Marlton Pike, Medford. Leader: Jimmy M. wheelsucker_69@hotmail.com.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 1

8:00 a.m. CLASS B/B+ KESWICK BICYCLE RIDE 28 miles. 16-20 mph cruising pace. Ride is unsupported, so bring pump, tube, tools and all nutritional needs.. Meet at Keswick Bike Shop, Rt. 70, Cherry Hill. Leader: Keswick Bike Shop, 856-795-0079.

8:30 a.m. CLASS C+. JORGE’S RIDE 40 miles. 14-16 mph cruising pace. All new routes. Meet at Lenape HS, Medford. Leader: Jorge C., 609-668-0946.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 2

8:00 a.m. CLASS A. MEDFORD RIDE (FORMERLY BIKE TEK) 40 miles. 22+ mph cruising pace. NOT AN OCSJ EVENT. Begins w/7mi warm-up @17-20mph. Paceline advances to 21-27 mph w/optional breakaways on an 8mi stretch providing tactical racing fun (quick rotations, repeated attacks & sprint) on Sooy Place Rd. We are seeking a “B” group (email for info) -starts w/the A riders but maintains steady 20mph pace. Course route, cue sheet, GPS, contact & additional ride details. Check here last minute ride info & weather-related cancellations.

8:00 a.m. CLASS A/B+ SUMMIT COSTCO RIDE 42 miles. 18-22 mph cruising pace. NOT AN OCSJ EVENT. A good move up ride for strong B riders. Warm up at 16-19 MPH leading up to two loops at A/A+ speeds with optional hill sprints and regrouping as necessary. Sponsored by Summit Cycling Club. Meet at Costco, 100 Centerton Rd, Mt. Laurel, NJ. Leader: Bill C., whcline@gmail.com.

8:30 a.m. CLASS C. SHOW AND GO RIDE 35 miles. 12-14 mph cruising pace. Since no C leaders have volunteered, every Sunday will be a leaderless ride,(non OCSJ ride unless a leader shows and utilizes OCSJ approved signup sheet). Meet Lenape HS. Leader: U Pick.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 8

8:00 a.m. CLASS B/B+ KESWICK BICYCLE RIDE 28 miles. 16-20 mph cruising pace. Ride is unsupported, so bring pump, tube, tools and all nutritional needs.. Meet at Keswick Bike Shop, Rt. 70, Cherry Hill. Leader: Keswick Bike Shop, 856-795-0079.

8:30 a.m. CLASS C+. KARL’S RIDE 40 miles. 14-16 mph cruising pace. Social fun ride? Meet at Lenape HS, Medford. Leader: Karl B., 609-261-8758.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9

8:00 a.m. CLASS A. MEDFORD RIDE (FORMERLY BIKE TEK) 40 miles. 22+ mph cruising pace. NOT AN OCSJ EVENT. Begins w/7mi warm-up @17-20mph. Paceline advances to 21-27 mph w/optional breakaways on an 8mi stretch providing tactical racing fun (quick rotations, repeated attacks & sprint) on Sooy Place Rd. We are seeking a “B” group (email for info) -starts w/the A riders but maintains steady 20mph pace. Course route, cue sheet, GPS, contact & additional ride details. Check here last minute ride info & weather-related cancellations.

8:00 a.m. CLASS A/B+ SUMMIT COSTCO RIDE 42 miles. 18-22 mph cruising pace. NOT AN OCSJ EVENT. A good move up ride for strong B riders. Warm up at 16-19 MPH leading up to two loops at A/A+ speeds with optional hill sprints and regrouping as necessary. Sponsored by Summit Cycling Club. Meet at Costco, 100 Centerton Rd, Mt. Laurel, NJ. Leader: Bill C., whcline@gmail.com.

8:30 a.m. CLASS C. BJ’S RIDE 35 miles. Pace will be held. Start at Laurel Acres Park, Mt. Laurel. Leader: BJ, barbra.jo@hotmail.com.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 10 COLUMBUS DAY

8:30 a.m. CLASS C+. COLUMBUS DAY RIDE 40 miles. 14-16 mph cruising pace. Have the day off? Come out and ride. Meet at Lenape HS, Medford. Leader: U-pick.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15

8:00 a.m. CLASS B/B+ KESWICK BICYCLE RIDE 28 miles. 16-20 mph cruising pace. Ride is unsupported, so bring pump, tube, tools and all nutritional needs.. Meet at Keswick Bike Shop, Rt. 70, Cherry Hill. Leader: Keswick Bike Shop, 856-795-0079.

8:30 a.m. CLASS C+. JIM’S RIDE 40 miles. 14-16 mph cruising pace. Meet Lenape HS. Leader: Jim B., 609-654-1507.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 16

8:00 a.m. CLASS A. MEDFORD RIDE (FORMERLY BIKE TEK) 40 miles. 22+ mph cruising pace. NOT AN OCSJ EVENT. Begins w/7mi warm-up @17-20mph. Paceline advances to 21-27 mph w/optional breakaways on an 8mi stretch providing tactical racing fun (quick rotations, repeated attacks & sprint) on Sooy Place Rd. We are seeking a “B” group (email for info) -starts w/the A riders but maintains steady 20mph pace. Course route, cue sheet, GPS, contact & additional ride details. Check here last minute ride info & weather-related cancellations.

8:00 a.m. CLASS A/B+ SUMMIT COSTCO RIDE 42 miles. 18-22 mph cruising pace. NOT AN OCSJ EVENT. A good move up ride for strong B riders. Warm up at 16-19 MPH leading up to two loops at A/A+ speeds with optional hill sprints and regrouping as necessary. Sponsored by Summit Cycling Club. Meet at Costco, 100 Centerton Rd, Mt. Laurel, NJ. Leader: Bill C., whcline@gmail.com.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 22

8:00 a.m. CLASS B/B+ KESWICK BICYCLE RIDE 28 miles. 16-20 mph cruising pace. Ride is unsupported, so bring pump, tube, tools and all nutritional needs.. Meet at Keswick Bike Shop, Rt. 70, Cherry Hill. Leader: Keswick Bike Shop, 856-795-0079.
8:30 a.m. CLASS C+. DOUG’S GIG 40 miles. 14-16 mph cruising pace. Always fun on this one. Meet Lenape HS. Leader: Doug G., 856-904-2547.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 23
8:00 a.m. CLASS A. MEDFORD RIDE (FORMERLY BIKE TEK) 40 miles. 22+ mph cruising pace. NOT AN OCSJ EVENT. Begins w/7mi warm-up @17-20mph. Paceline advances to 21-27 mph w/optional breakaways on an 8mi stretch providing tactical racing fun (quick rotations, repeated attacks & sprint) on Sooy Place Rd. We are seeking a “B” group (email for info) -starts w/the A riders but maintains steady 20mph pace. Course route, cue sheet, GPS, contact & additional ride details. Check here last minute ride info & weather-related cancellations.
8:00 a.m. CLASS A/B+ SUMMIT COSTCO RIDE 42 miles. 18-22 mph cruising pace. NOT AN OCSJ EVENT. A good move up ride for strong B riders. Warm up at 16-19 MPH leading up to two loops at A/A+ speeds with optional hill sprints and regrouping as necessary. Sponsored by Summit Cycling Club. Meet at Costco, 100 Centerton Rd, Mt. Laurel, NJ. Leader: Bill C., whcline@gmail.com.
8:30 a.m. CLASS C. SHOW AND GO RIDE 35 miles. 12-14 mph cruising pace. Since no C leaders have volunteered, every Sunday will be a leaderless ride,(non OCSJ ride unless a leader shows and utilizes OCSJ approved signup sheet). Meet Lenape HS. Leader: U Pick.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 29
8:00 a.m. CLASS B/B+ KESWICK BICYCLE RIDE 28 miles. 16-20 mph cruising pace. Ride is unsupported, so bring pump, tube, tools and all nutritional needs.. Meet at Keswick Bike Shop, Rt. 70, Cherry Hill. Leader: Keswick Bike Shop, 856-795-0079.
8:30 a.m. CLASS C+. TOM’S PULL 40 miles. 14-16 mph cruising pace. Meet Lenape HS. Leader: Tom S., 609-859-9116.
9:00 a.m. CLASS C+/B. MISCHIEF RIDE 50 +/- miles. 14-18 mph cruising pace. Stop at the Old World Bakery for pastries. Meet Laurel Acres Park, Mt. Laurel. Leader: Dolly dolly@luvs2ride.com 609-504-5064.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 30
8:00 a.m. CLASS A. MEDFORD RIDE (FORMERLY BIKE TEK) 40 miles. 22+ mph cruising pace. NOT AN OCSJ EVENT. Begins w/7mi warm-up @17-20mph. Paceline advances to 21-27 mph w/optional breakaways on an 8mi stretch providing tactical racing fun (quick rotations, repeated attacks & sprint) on Sooy Place Rd. We are seeking a “B” group (email for info) -starts w/the A riders but maintains steady 20mph pace. Course route, cue sheet, GPS, contact & additional ride details. Check here last minute ride info & weather-related cancellations.
8:00 a.m. CLASS A/B+ SUMMIT COSTCO RIDE 42 miles. 18-22 mph cruising pace. NOT AN OCSJ EVENT. A good move up ride for strong B riders. Warm up at 16-19 MPH leading up to two loops at A/A+ speeds with optional hill sprints and regrouping as necessary. Sponsored by Summit Cycling Club. Meet at Costco, 100 Centerton Rd, Mt. Laurel, NJ. Leader: Bill C., whcline@gmail.com.
8:00 a.m. CLASS HILL PENNINGTON HILL RIDE 53 miles. Hill pace. Join Tony & Bill as we explore some new hills in NJ. The route covers 53 miles of very scenic rolling hills with skyline views, follows mountain streams, covered bridges and country back roads with very little to no traffic. The hill climbs are gradual long climbs, with the hardest longer climbs towards the end. (Lambertville, Goat Hill, Pleasant Valley, etc). There will be a short water stop at Sergeantsville General Store, at the 26 mile marker. Rest rooms and food at Starbucks before & after the ride. Link to route; http://www.mapmyride.com/ride/united-states/nj/pennington/863126912438171176. Meet at Pennington Starbucks, Rt. 31N (just off of I295). Tony M., 856-869-0473 or tonymarch@iwon.com, and Bill C., 856-858-6799 or whcline@gmail.com.
8:30 a.m. CLASS C. SHOW AND GO RIDE 35 miles. 12-14 mph cruising pace. Since no C leaders have volunteered, every Sunday will be a leaderless ride,(non OCSJ ride unless a leader shows and utilizes OCSJ approved signup sheet). Meet Lenape HS. Leader: U Pick.