Outdoor Club of South Jersey

OCSJ JUNE 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 

 

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.  RIDE WILL NOT BE HELD JUNE 27th. 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.  

 

       

 

6:10 p.m. CLASS  B/C+ KIM AND JIM’S RECOVERY RIDE  24-30 miles. 15-17 mph cruising pace.  In search of airports and elusive red lions.  Rain or wet roads cancels.  Meet Lenape High School.  Leaders: Jim,  Jimillo9@yahoo.com or Kim, kacm1213@aol.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.   

 

       

 

6:00 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

 

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  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.

 

       

 

6:05 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. RIDE WILL NOT BE HELD JUNE 24th. Meet at Freedom Park on Old Marlton Pike, Medford. Leader: Jimmy M.  wheelsucker_69@hotmail.com.   

 

       

 

5:30 p.m. CLASS  B+.  WEEKDAY WRAP-UP RIDE 35-45 miles. 18-20 mph cruising pace.   Cap off the week with a strong B ride. Mileage and pace will increase slightly as the days get longer.  RIDE WILL NOT BE HELD JUNE 24th. Meet at Lumberton Municipal Building, Municipal Drive, between CR 541 and Eayerstown Rd, Lumberton, NJ.  Leader: Jimmy Melissaratos 609-518-0744 wheelsucker_69@hotmail.com. 

 

 SATURDAY, JUNE 4

 

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 B.  JOE’S SCENIC RIDE BY FT. DIX 50+ miles.  16-17 mph cruising pace.     This “Easy B” ride will be a scenic country ride on excellent roads.  A pace-line will be used as the ride progresses to give everyone a chance to lead and develop his/her pacing abilities.  The group will ride together closely as a pack and no one will be left behind.  There will be strong support at the rear of the pack.  B- Cyclists are encouraged to give this evenly-paced scenic ride a try.Meet at Taunton Forge Shopping Center, Medford.  Leader: Joe R., (609) 744-7210; marriage@comcast.net

 

       

 

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

 

 SUNDAY, JUNE 5

 

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.                                          

 

       

 

9:00 a.m. CLASS  B. HILLS OF HUNTERTON 45+ miles.  16-18 mph cruising pace.  We search for hills on this social ride with an "steady hilly B-pace.”. Wet roads cancel. Call or email if not sure. Meet at Prallsville Mill (Route 29), Stockton, NJ. . Leader: Jimmy Melissaratos 609-518-0744 wheelsucker_69@hotmail.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: Leaderless.

 

       

 

8:30 a.m. CLASS  C-. THREE LAKES RIDE  34 miles, 12-14 mph cruising pace around Mirror lake, across Spring lake and Presidential lake. Southampton Municipal Bldg.Rte 206 and Retreat Road..Leader: John Applegate 609.790.0703 cell applegate.john@comcast.net.

 

 SATURDAY, JUNE11

 

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+.  SOUTHERN CAMDEN COUNTY RIDE - BERLIN 35 miles.  13-15 mph cruising pace.  There will be one rest stop (Panera's) on the ride. Ride starts at the Camden County Park just off the White Horse Pike (Route 30) and Park Drive in Berlin, NJ. Meet in the parking lot on Park Drive across from the Berlin Farmers Market next to the tennis courts. Directions to the Ride Starting Location (including a map) can be found on my web page at http://home.comcast.net/~dwender5 . RIDE WILL CANCEL IF IT IS RAINING OR TEMPS BELOW 50.  Leader: Dave W,; dwender5@comcast.net.

 

       

 

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

 

 SUNDAY, JUNE 12

 

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: Leaderless.

 

       

 

10:0 a.m. CLASS  D. MARK’S RIDE 15 miles, 10-12 mph cruising page. Sttart at Laurel Acres Park, Church Street, Mt. Laurel . Leader Mark Abrams 856-667-4184, mabrams@bigfoot.com.

 

 SATURDAY, JUNE 18

 

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+.  ART’S LEAD 40 miles.  14-16 mph cruising pace.   All new route.  Meet at Lenape HS, Medford.  Leader:  Art C., artchoen@comcast.net.  

 

       

 

9:00 a.m. CLASS  C-. ELOISE & CARL LEAD 32 miles. 11-13 mph cruising pace. Start at Laurel Acres Park, Church Street, Mt. Laurel . One stop. Leader: Eloise & Carl, 856.630.3635, ecwill2@verizon.net.

 

       

 

OPEN Varius 13th ANNUAL ALS RIDE NOT AN OCSJ EVENT.    Join us for the 13th Annual ALS Express Bike Ride for Research.  Enjoy one of four fun yet challenging rides through southern New Jersey.  10/25/50/75 mile rides available.  Each rider will receive two complimentary passes to Morey’s Piers Amusement and Water Parks to be used that day.  In addition, riders will enjoy a private beach party at Morey’s ocean-front picnic pavilion.  Various fundraising awards available!!    All money raised will go to the ALS Association Greater Philadelphia Chapter benefiting research to help fight ALS, or as it is more commonly known as, Lou Gehrig’s disease.  You can help!  Register today!  Please see www.als-express.org for more details or to register.  Registration is also being accepted at www.bikereg.com.  You can also contact julie@alsphiladelphia.org for more information.

 

 SUNDAY, JUNE 19

 

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  A/B+ TONY’S 7th ANNUAL FATHERS DAY FLYER 50 +/- miles.  18-22 mph cruising pace.  The tradition continues!  Strong paceline riding but not a hammerfest.  Of course, non-dads are welcome, but they have to take an extra pull!!  Liquid refreshments will be provided by the leader after the ride!  Meet at Cherry Hill East H.S., Kresson Road. Leader: Tony M., 609-828-0268 or tonymarch@iwon.com.

 

       

 

8:00 a.m. CLASS  B. BAKERY RIDE 55 miles.  16-18 mph cruising pace.  NOT AN OCSJ EVENT.   Espresso & Pastries at the Old World Bakery.   Meet at Laurel Acres Park, Mt. Laurel. Leader: Dolly B.,  609-504-5064 or Dolly@luvs2ride.com.   .

 

       

 

9:00 a.m. CLASS  C. FRAN’S BAGEL RIDE 35 miles.  12-14 mph cruising pace.   We stop for bagels.  Meet at Moorestown High School.  Leader:  Fran H., 856-786-0048.  Note:  Fran will not be around in June, so this month’s ride will be led by John K. and Bill H.

 

       

 

9:00 a.m. CLASS  B. HILLS OF HUNTERTON 45+ miles.  16-18 mph cruising pace.  We search for hills on this social ride with an "steady hilly B-pace.”. Wet roads cancel. Call or email if not sure. Meet at Prallsville Mill (Route 29), Stockton, NJ. . Leader: Jimmy Melissaratos 609-518-0744 wheelsucker_69@hotmail.com.

 

 SATURDAY, JUNE 25

 

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 RIDE 40 miles.  14-16 mph cruising pace.  Meet Lenape HS.  Leader: Tom S., 609-859-9116.
       
8:30 a.m. CLASS  Varies. JOE’S VARIETY RIDE 50+/- miles.  16-22 mph cruising pace. For those who are looking for a variety of speeds, as opposed to a strict pace, you should strongly consider this different, challenging, and fun-filled ride that combines speed, pacing, and recovery/social components.  Specifically, this ride will be divided into 3 relatively even (but not exact) distances.  The first part of the ride will be at a strong B+/A- pace on high quality roads with a breakaway at the second half of this segment; the second part of the ride will focus on pace-line cycling at a strong “B” pace; the third part of the ride will be the recovery component of the ride at a “Easy B” pace, and also designed to be  socially-oriented.  There will be a rest stop at the end of the first 2 segments of this “variety ride.”  Riders will regroup at 2 locations during the first segment of the ride so no one gets left behind and is able to rejoin the group if the speed is a little too fast.  Meet at Taunton Forge Shopping Center, Medford .  Leader:  Joe R., 609-744-7210 or marriage@comcast.net.
       
9:00 a.m. CLASS  C-. ELOISE & CARL LEAD 32miles. 11-13 mph cruising pace. Start at Laurel Acres Park, Church Street, Mt. Laurel . One stop. Leader: Eloise & Carl, 856.630.3635, ecwill2@verizon.net.
 SUNDAY, JUNE 26
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: Leaderless.