Upcoming Rides
A Message of Thanksgiving
Dear RBC Members,
As cyclists, we spend a lot of time thinking while we ride. The miles roll by, and as I approach another holiday season, I wanted to share with you what has been on my mind.
Cycling—and especially the Rockland Bicycling Club—has become such an integral part of who I am. While we are all bound together by our bikes—pieces of carbon, metal, and rubber—I believe it's about more than just the ride.
Cycling, by its nature, can be a solitary endeavor. We suffer alone—up hills, into the wind
(A Message of Thanksgiving continues .
- Saturday, December 7, 2024
- 11aB/153737.337.30Some Zone 2Steve Crowell
Let's get out a little later to catch some rays and take a leisurely ride around the southern part of the County.
We'll work just hard enough to stay warm and maybe stop for some cocoa in Piermont or Old Tappan. Nothing fancy here, just getting out and and moving.
Well tuned machines only please and bring spares and smiles!
No rain in the forecast but you know the drill....
- 11aC+/143029.529.50Taco RideCynthia Turner
Later start to allow for some of the chill to get out of the air. This is a familiar route to most riders and we can adjust to a slightly shorter route at the start of the ride if we just aren't feeling it. Finish with a lunch at our favorite Craft Taqueria.
Same directions as always, well tuned bike, water etc but also remember your hand and foot warmers and dress appropriately.
It is still pretty cold on the descents!
- Wednesday, December 11, 2024
- 9:30aB/134140.740.70Gravel PutnamRobert Panzera
Play hooky. Ride gravel in Putnam County.
Rolling from Bear Mountain Inn back parking lot near the Carousel at 9:30am sharp. I gotta be back to pick up the kids. You may have to pay $10 bucks to park, so be ready and not surprised.
We roll into Putnam County and hit some classic gravel roads that have been around since the Colonial Era. It's hilly and the gravel is groomed, but who knows what winter conditions will bring.
Have two full bottles and a snack in your pocket. Have a bike that is in working order and ready to roll. When it's cold, we just keep rolling until we get the job done.
917-543-2670.
PS. I've ridden all these roads on my titanium road bike with alumnium rims, caliper brakes, and 25s, but it's up to you what you bring to this ride. I'm bringing the gravel bike with 40s and disc brakes for smooth sailing.
- Thursday, December 12, 2024
- 6:30pAll/511.01.002024 Holiday PartySteve Crowell
After a great year of riding, join the Rockland Bicyclinig Club for a festive dinner with friends new and old!
Time: 6:30pm
Location: 1840 Tavern, West Nyack, NY
Price: $15 members, $40 non-Members
Menu: This will be a sit-down dinner.....
Appetizers on the tables:
- Bavarian Pretzel with pub sauce
- Fried Mozzarella
- Shrimp Cocktail
- Bruschetta
Main Course -Choice of:
- Chicken Parmesan
- Artisan Salad with choice of protein
- Shephard's Pie
- Lemon Pepper Salmon
- 1840 Burger
Dessert - Choice of:
- Apple Crisp
- Whiskey Bread Pudding
Soda, Tea & Coffee
CASH BAR
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- Tuesday, December 17, 2024
- 9:30aB/145757.057.00Festivus 150Robert Panzera
Festivus 150 is three days in a row of riding 50+ miles to prep the body for extreme holiday food consumption.
- Wednesday, December 18, 2024
- 9:30aB/145757.057.00Festivus 150Robert Panzera
Festivus 150 is three days in a row of riding 50 miles to prep the body for extreme holiday food consumption.
Route TK.
- Thursday, December 19, 2024
- 9:30aB/145757.057.00Festivus 150Robert Panzera
Festivus 150 is three days in a row of riding 50 miles to prep the body for extreme holiday food consumption.
Route TK.
- Thursday, January 16, 2025
- 6pAll/5Info Meeting for Warrenton Virginia Long Weekend in AprilRobert Panzera
Come find out what the Warrenton Virginia Long Weekend is all about from April 9-13, 2025 or April 23-27, 2025.
We'll have a burger (or something else from the menu) and a beer, and Rob will talk through the rides planned, the hotel, the daily schedule, and answer any and all questions. The weekend is a relazing time to get in some decent miles, hang with friends, put your feet up, and tell stories from the road at dinner. What better way to give your spring fitness a jump start!
Come join for a chat and chew:
- Wednesday, April 9, 2025
- 3pAll/132019.719.70Warrenton VA Wanderlust Arrival DayRobert Panzera
Optional: Casanova Loop
Ride Route: 20 miles, 900 feet climbing
Dinner at 7:00pm at ?
- Thursday, April 10, 2025
- 9aAll/134141.041.00Warrenton VA Wanderlust Day 1Robert Panzera
Thursday: Warrenton-Marshall or Warrenton-Marshall Plus
Ride Route: ~41 miles, 2000 feet of climbing or ~62 miles, 4200 feet of climbing
Roll out at 9:00am
Dinner at 6:00pm at ?
- Friday, April 11, 2025
- 9aAll/137777.477.40Warrenton VA Wanderlust Day 2Robert Panzera
Friday: Warrenton Wanderlust
Ride route: ~78 miles, 4400 feet climbing
Roll out at 9:00am
Dinner at 6:00 pm at ?
- Saturday, April 12, 2025
- 8:30aAll/124545.445.40Warrenton VA Wanderlust Day 3Robert Panzera
Saturday: Skyline Drive or SkyMass
Drive to Front Royal at 8:30am.
Roll out from Front Royal at 9:30am.
Ride routes: ~45 miles, 5100 feet climbing or ~82 miles, 6800 feet climbing
Dinner at 7:00pm at ?
- Sunday, April 13, 2025
- 9aAll/134040.440.40Warrenton VA Wanderlust Day 4Robert Panzera
Sunday: Warrenton South Forty
Ride Route: ~40 miles, 1500 feet climbing
Roll out 8:00am
All depart