Outdoor Club of South Jersey

OCSJ MARCH 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.  Meet at Lumberton Municipal Building. Leader: Jimmy M., theor98@hotmail.com.


TUESDAYS


 





 

WEDNESDAYS


5:30 p.m.

CLASS  B+. 

OLD SUPER G BREAKAWAY RIDE


28.5 miles. 18-20 mph cruising pace.  STARTING MARCH 14.  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


8:00 a.m.

CLASS  B. 

JOE’S WEEKLY EASY B RIDE

25 +/- miles.  16-17 mph cruising pace.   Great ride to stay in shape and for priming yourself for weekend riding.  We typically return by approximately 9:30 am.  The average group speed will depend upon the ability of the cyclists.  Strong C+ cyclists are encouraged to jump aboard this ride.  Faster cyclists may breakaway while the “Easy B” pace is kept. We stop to assist all riders with a flat and, in fact, will stop for any reason, upon request.  A different route will be charted every week. Meet at 400 Bldg., Whitebridge Village, Marlton, NJ. Leader: Joe R.,  609-744-7210 ormarriage@comcast.net


 

FRIDAYS


9:30 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., theor98@hotmail.com.




SATURDAY, MARCH 3


9:00 a.m.

CLASS  C+. 

BOB’S RIDE

40 miles.  14-16 mph cruising pace.   A new leader steps up – thanks!!  Meet at Lenape HS, Medford.  Leader:  Bob C., 609-893-2280.



SUNDAY, MARCH 4


9:00 a.m.

CLASS B+/A.

 

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, MARCH 10


9:00 a.m.

CLASS  C+. 

KARL’S RIDE

40 miles.  14-16 mph cruising pace.   Always new roads.  Meet at Lenape HS, Medford.  Leader:  Karl B., 609-261-8757.



SUNDAY, MARCH 11


8:30 a.m.

CLASS B+/A.

 

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.                                          


 

 

 



10:00 a.m.

CLASS  C-. 

CARL AND ELOISE’S RIDE

30 miles.  11-13 mph cruising pace.  Going to Olde World Bakery and Warner Rd.  Meet at Lumberton Municipal Center.  Leader:  Carl W., 856-630-3635.



SATURDAY, MARCH 17 – HAPPY ST. PATRICK’S DAY!


8:30 a.m.

CLASS B/B+

TONY’S BIRTHDAY RIDE

50 miles.  17-20 mph cruising pace.  Come out and join Tony for his birthday ride – we’re all Irish today!  Paceline riding with some breakaways.  Presents welcome!!  Meet at Cherry Hill East HS, Kresson Road, Cherry Hill.  Leader:  Tony M., 609-828-0268.


 

 

 



9:00 a.m.

CLASS  C+. 

JORGE’S RIDE

40 miles.  14-16 mph cruising pace.   New routes in Burlington and Monmouth Counties.  Meet at Lenape HS, Medford.  Leader:  Jorge C., 609-668-0946.



SUNDAY, MARCH 18


8:30 a.m.

CLASS B+/A.

 

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, MARCH 24


9:00 a.m.

CLASS  C+.

JIM’S RIDE

40 miles.  14-16 mph cruising pace.   Meet at Lenape HS, Medford.  Leader:  Jim B., 609-654-1507.

 

 

 


10:00 a.m.

CLASS  C-. 

CARL AND ELOISE’S RIDE

30 miles.  11-13 mph cruising pace.  Going to SJ Airport & New Freedom Rd., etc.  Meet at Laurel Acres Park (Church side), Mt. Laurel.  Leader:  Carl W., 856-630-3635.

 

SUNDAY, MARCH 25

8:30 a.m.

CLASS B+/A.

 

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, MARCH 31

9:00 a.m.

CLASS  C+.

TOM’S RIDE

40 miles.  14-16 mph cruising pace.  Tom returns, we hope!  Meet at Lenape HS, Medford.  Leader:  Tom S., 609-859-9116.

 

SUNDAY, APRIL 1

8:30 a.m.

CLASS B+/A.

 

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.          

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