Outdoor Club of South Jersey

OCSJ SEPTEMBER 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.   

 

       

 

6:00 p.m. CLASS  A.  PEPPY LEGS RIDE  28 miles. 20-21+ mph  NOT AN OCSJ EVENT.  The same route as before, except that it will be temporarily shortened as needed to return while there is still some sunlight.  We will maintain a very steady 21 MPH pace throughout the ride with the exception of three spots where we will stretch our legs out with a sprint.  There will be a re-grouping immediately after each sprint for those who do not want to take part.  This is a great ride for the hammers and new comers alike.  The hammers can recover from the weekend and save their stuff for Tuesday's ride, while the newcomers can log some steady miles and learn the dynamics of paceline riding.  I am hoping to return this ride to its former glory, so come on out and support it please!!!  Leader: Andy H., 609-820-0017 or the4haggertys@hotmail.com.  

 

 TUESDAYS

 

6:00 p.m. CLASS  A. TORTOISE RIDE. 27 miles. 19-21 mph cruising pace.   This is not an OCSJ activity. Paceline ride. A tamer version of the "Hare" Ride. Intended to be a training ride for those who want to move up to CLASS A rides. After a brief warm-up, we maintain a 21+ mph pace. Everyone takes turns pulling.  If we leave on time, the "Hares" won't catch us -  if they do, get ready to hammer! Meet at Taunton Forge Shopping Center rear lot, Tuckerton and Taunton Roads, Medford. Leader: Leaderless.

 

       

 

6:00 p.m. CLASS  B+.  B+ PACELINE RIDE 20+ miles.  18-20 mph cruising pace.   NOT AN OCSJ EVENT.  The idea of this ride is to maintain a steady 19-20 mph pace - with periods of rotating paceline where traffic allows. No one gets dropped. Dave and I will both ride as leaders - so that one of us can drop back with any stragglers. This is a good ride for cyclists looking to move up, to hone riding skills and get practice at keeping a steady speed with safety emphasized. There will not be breakaways.  This ride will NOT turn into a hammerfest. If you want to go faster than 20 mph there is the Tortoise & Hare ride that starts from Taunton Forge Shopping Center.  The route will probably start out at about 20+ miles until the days get longer and then we will increase the miles. The route will stay pretty much the same for the duration of the season.  Meet at Lenape tennis courts parking on Church Rd.  Leader: Glenn P., gpageconnect@gmail.com, Dave S., gharial@gmail.com.   

 

       

 

5:45 p.m. CLASS  B.  CRITTER’S EVENING RIDE 20-35 miles.  16-18 mph cruising pace.   This will be a "B" ride with lots of breakaways.  Pace will be kept and no-one will get dropped.  We will start the season at a cruising pace of ~16 mph and increase to about 17.5 mph as the season progresses.  Ride distance will depend on daylight availability.  Moisture on windshield cancels ride.  Meet at Lenape HS..  Leader: Alan H., 609-410-2365 or amhorowitz@verizon.net. 

 

       

 

6:00 p.m. CLASS  C. KENZ KROOZ 15-22 miles. 12-14 mph cruising pace.   Let’s ride!  This “C” pace ride will krooz at 12-14 mph for distances dictated by the light.  We’ll have brief stops for regrouping and breakdowns.  Ride will begin at 6:00 pm starting Tuesday, May 3 from Lenape High School.  Rain cancels the ride.  Leader:  Ken H., 609-273-3141, khoffner@njlaborers.org.

 

       

 

6:05 p.m. CLASS  A. HARE RIDE. 27 miles. 22+ mph cruising pace.  This is not an OCSJ activity. Paceline Ride.  Can we catch the "Tortoises"? High pace training ride for strong riders. Meet at Taunton Forge Shopping Center rear lot, Tuckerton and Taunton Roads, Medford. Leader: Leaderless

 

 WEDNESDAYS

 

6:00 p.m. CLASS  B+.  OLD SUPER G BREAKAWAY RIDE  28.5 miles. 18-20 mph cruising pace.  Steady cruising B pace line, not to exceed 20 mph. Once we get to the home stretch and turn onto Church Road, anyone one who wants to break-away, is welcome to test their form, with a sprint finish at the bridge. The Ride Leader will continue the B pace at 20 mph and leave no one behind. 
Location: Shop Rite parking lot, corner of Union Mill Road and Elbow Lane, Mt. Laurel.
 Ride Leader: Lance 856-397-7936, lanceroman7@gmail.com  Route Link:http://www.mapmyride.com/ride/united-states/nj/mount-laurel/531346352

 

 THURSDAYS

 

5:45 p.m. CLASS  C+. THURSDAY NIGHT PIZZA RIDE. 20+ miles. 14-16 mph cruising pace.   20 miles to start - miles will increase as days grow longer.  Optional pizza after the ride at Maras Villas Restaurant, Rt. 541 & Church Rd., Medford.  Meet at Lenape HS, Medford.  Leaders: Jim B., 609-654-1507; Art C., art_cohen@comcast.net; Alan H., 609-410-2365 or amhorowitz@verizon.net.

 

       

 

6:00 p.m. CLASS  A. TORTOISE RIDE. 27 miles. 19-21 mph cruising pace.   This is not an OCSJ activity. Paceline ride. A tamer version of the "Hare" Ride. Intended to be a training ride for those who want to move up to CLASS A rides. After a brief warm-up, we maintain a 21+ mph pace. Everyone takes turns pulling.  If we leave on time, the "Hares" won't catch us -  if they do, get ready to hammer! Meet at Taunton Forge Shopping Center rear lot, Tuckerton and Taunton Roads, Medford. Leader: Leaderless.

 

       

 

6:05 p.m. CLASS  A. HARE RIDE. 27 miles. 22+ mph cruising pace.  This is not an OCSJ activity. Paceline Ride.  Can we catch the "Tortoises"? High pace training ride for strong riders. Meet at Taunton Forge Shopping Center rear lot, Tuckerton and Taunton Roads, Medford. Leader: Leaderless

 

 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, SEPTEMBER 3

 

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. 

 

       

 

8:00 a.m. CLASS  C+. CHERRY HILL SUMMER RIDE 35 miles.  14-16 mph cruising pace.  This ride will go through Camden, County with a rest stop at Panera's. Ride starts at the Woodland Falls Corporate Park on Route 38 at Lake Drive (between the Cherry Hill & Moorestown Malls) in Cherry Hill, NJ. Meet in the back parking lot off to the back and side of the Outback Steakhouse. Directions to the Ride Starting Location (including a map) can be found on my web page at http://home.comcast.net/~dwender5 . RAIN WILL CANCEL THIS RIDE. Leader:  Dave W., dwender5@comcast.net.  

 

       

 

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.

 

       

 

9:00 am  CLASS C- MIRROR LAKE 32 miles. 11-13 mph cruising pace. Start at Southampton Municipal Bldg. 9 Retreat Rd, Leader: MaggieH, 609.518.8906, magdrides@comcast.net, cell on ride morning: 856.313.2801

 

 SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 4

 

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.   Start at Laurel Acres Park, Mt. Laurel.  Leader: BJ, barbra.jo@hotmail.com.

 

       

 

9:00 am  CLASS D MAGGIE MEETS ISAAC! 20 miles.. 10-12 mph cruising pace. Start at Laurel Acres Park, Church Street, Mt. Laurel . Stop at SJ Regional Airport. Leader: MaggieH, 609.518.8906, magdrides@comcast.net, cell on ride morning: 856.313.2801

 

 MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 5

 

8:30 a.m. CLASS  C+. LABOR DAY RIDE 40 miles.  14-16 mph cruising pace.  We labor on our bikes!  Meet at Lenape HS, Medford.  Leader:  U Pick!

 

       

 

       

 

 SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10

 

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. 

 

       

 

8:00 a.m. Various ALL PACES RIDE 35-50 miles.  B+/A, B, C+ and C paces.  NOT AN OCSJ EVENT.  All groups will start together and take a similar route in this new and fun all-paces ride. If you ultimately find that the pace in your group is faster than you prefer, you may fade back or slow up wherein the slower-paced group will ultimately join you and enable you to re-group with them. The last (C-/C pace) group will be the sweep position, wherein a designated sweep rider will ensure that no one gets left behind.  Cue sheets and a route map will be e-mailed to you upon request.  Contact JQ, 856-371-8027; coach@wadenet.com, for details.

 

       

 

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. 

 

       

 

9:00 am  CLASS C. ELOISE & CARL LEAD 32miles. 12-14 mph cruising pace. Start at Laurel Acres Park, Church Street, Mt. Laurel . Stop at Olde World Bakery. Leader: Eloise & Carl, 856.630.3635, ecwill2@verizon.net.

 

 SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 11

 

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. Vairous  SOUTH JERSEY TOUR de FARMS 19/29/54 miles.  NOT AN OCSJ EVENT.  Pedal through some of New Jersey's most beautiful farmland. Learn the diversity of South Jersey's agricultural production. Stop and Shop for local produce as you ride. We will pick up your purchases and deliver them to the Jack Allen Museum.  Check out http://www.sjrcd.org/tourdesfarms for more details.

 

       

 

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.

 

       

 

9:00 a.m. CLASS D 2 LOOPS FROM LUMBERTON 14 or 24 miles. 10-12 mph cruising pace. 14-mile loop. Then optional 10-miles for those who like a longer D-Ride. Start at Lumberton Munil Bldg, 35 Municipal Drive. Leader: MaggieH, 609.518.8906, magdrides@comcast.net, cell on ride morning: 856.313.2801

 

 SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 17

 

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. 

 

       

 

8:00 a.m. CLASS  B+/A. IRA YERMISH MEMORIAL RIDE 50 +/-miles.  19-21 mph cruising pace.  We will gather at 8:00 AM at Laurel Acres Park for the Ira Yermish Memorial Ride. This is an "all paces" ride with leaders for A, B, C+, & C/C+ levels. We will have a Memorial at 8AM, so please be on time. Ira's son Howard will say a few words and then all are invited to share their favorite Ira remembrances. Rides will leave at approx 8:30 AM.  Leader: Dave S., gharial@gmail.com.

 

       

 

8:00 a.m. CLASS  B. IRA YERMISH MEMORIAL RIDE 50 +/- miles.  16-18 mph cruising pace.  We will gather at 8:00 AM at Laurel Acres Park for the Ira Yermish Memorial Ride. This is an "all paces" ride with leaders for A, B, C+, & C/C+ levels. We will have a Memorial at 8AM, so please be on time. Ira's son Howard will say a few words and then all are invited to share their favorite Ira remembrances. Rides will leave at approx 8:30 AM.  Leader:  Bill B wborton@verizon.net.

 

       

 

8:00 a.m. CLASS  C+. IRA YERMISH MEMORIAL RIDE 45 +/- miles.  16-18 mph cruising pace.  We will gather at 8:00 AM at Laurel Acres Park for the Ira Yermish Memorial Ride. This is an "all paces" ride with leaders for A, B, C+, & C/C+ levels. We will have a Memorial at 8AM, so please be on time. Ira's son Howard will say a few words and then all are invited to share their favorite Ira remembrances. Rides will leave at approx 8:30 AM.  Leader:  Art C art_cohen@comcast.net.

 

       

 

8:00 a.m. CLASS  C. IRA YERMISH MEMORIAL RIDE 25 miles.  12-14 mph cruising pace.  We will gather at 8:00 AM at Laurel Acres Park for the Ira Yermish Memorial Ride. This is an "all paces" ride with leaders for A, B, C+, & C/C+ levels. We will have a Memorial at 8AM, so please be on time. Ira's son Howard will say a few words and then all are invited to share their favorite Ira remembrances. Rides will leave at approx 8:30 AM.  Leader: Howard Yermish.

 

       

 

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.

 

       

 

9:00 a.m.  CLASS C ELOISE & CARL LEAD 32miles. 12-14 mph cruising pace. Start at Laurel Acres Park, Church Street, Mt. Laurel . Stop at SJ Regional Airport. Leader: Eloise & Carl, 856.630.3635, ecwill2@verizon.net.

 

 SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 18

 

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.   Start at Laurel Acres Park, Mt. Laurel.  Leader: BJ, barbra.jo@hotmail.com.

 

       

 

10:00 a.m. CLASS D MARK'S RIDE 15 miles, 10-12 mph cruising page Start at Laurel Acres Park, Church Street, Mt. Laurel . Leader Mark Abrams 856-667-4184, mabramsxx@verizon.net.

 

 SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24

 

6:30 a.m. Various MS 150 CITY TO SHORE BIKE TOUR This is the 31st edition of the second largest MS Bike Tour in the country and continually voted one of the best rides in the country by Bicycling magazine.  Ride options of 25, 50, 75 or 100 miles (one day) or 150 or 175 miles (two days).  Go to www.mscycling.org to register.
       
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.  All new roads.  Meet Lenape HS.  Leader: Tom S., 609-859-9116.
 SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 25
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.
       
9:00 a.m.  CLASS
C-		 MAGGIE'S FAVORITE 33 miles, 11-13 mph Start at Lumberton Munil Bldg, 35 Municipal Drive. Leader: MaggieH, 609.518.8906, magdrides@comcast.net, cell on ride morning: 856.313.2801