Ride Schedule
- Saturday, July 20, 2019
- 8AA53Long Meadow Wildlife Ride from New City or KakiatNo LeaderLeader Not Coming: **** DUE TO EXCESSIVE HEAT, THIS RIDE HAS BEEN CANCELLED ****
HEAT INDEX VALUES...Around 105 to 115 Mid-day Saturday
Due to the extreme temperatures at the return of the ride I thought it was prudent to cancel this ride and opt for a shorter route. I have posted an A ride for Dave’s Norwood, Northvale, Closter Route. Sorry for the last minute change.
There are always wilderness friends on view on this route. We've seen bears, pileated woodpeckers, egrets, herons, snakes, and turtles in the past. Mother Nature will have some surprise in store for us on Saturday.
There are two distance options. One is to start from New City and meet up with riders in Suffern for a total of about 55 miles. The other option is to join in Suffern for about 40 miles or so. Either one offers the beautiful scenery of Long Meadow Road followed by the satisfying climb up to Kanawauke Circle. We'll sail down Willow Grove and return to New City through Pomona.
If you plan to join us in Suffern, we'll meet you at Kakiat Park on Route 202. Be ready to roll at 8:50.
Average speed: 16 mph overall average, 18-22 on the flats.
Rain at the start will cancel the ride. If it rains later we'll get wet.
Ride leader - Ernie DiGiacomo
Contact information - 845-598-4368 - 8:30AA25.8Bike Nyack: Norwood, Northvale, Closter (for a hot day)Ernie DiGiacomoHere's a cool shortened, flatter spin for a hot, Hot, HOT! day.
25 miles. Only 473 ft of climbing. Route goes out through Tappan and Summit St in Northvale, turns around in Closter (maybe a stop?) and returns on Piermont Rd.
Here's a link to a route map overlay on Sign In
Wondering Weather Or Not We Will Ride? If rain threatens and you are wondering “weather” or not we are going to ride…if it’s raining 30 minutes before start time, go back to bed. Same decision if storms are predicted during the time we will be riding. Check Sign In for radar and an hour by hour forecast. - 8:30AB25.8Bike Nyack: Norwood, Northvale, Closter (for a hot day)Dave ZornowHere's a cool shortened, flatter spin for a hot, Hot, HOT! day.
25 miles. Only 473 ft of climbing. Route goes out through Tappan and Summit St in Northvale, turns around in Closter (maybe a stop?) and returns on Piermont Rd.
Here's a link to a route map overlay on Sign In
Wondering Weather Or Not We Will Ride? If rain threatens and you are wondering “weather” or not we are going to ride…if it’s raining 30 minutes before start time, go back to bed. Same decision if storms are predicted during the time we will be riding. Check Sign In for radar and an hour by hour forecast.
- Sunday, July 21, 2019
- 8AA37New City/Old Tappan RideStephen BrehlFor this hot day it's the old standard offering 38 or 28 mile options with very limited climbing. No rides in Rockland are completely flat, but this has no epic climbs. Starting in New City, we take Strawtown/Sickletown Roads to Pearl River. Over to Rivervale Road and Old Tappan Road in NJ, and Western Highway back to West Nyack. Old Mill to Valley Cottage. Rockland Lake via Lake Road and then back to New City.We'll regroup at a couple of easily missed turns and at the top of the one significant climb.
The ride starts at David's Bagels in New City. The store is located at 64 North Main Street, next to Shoprite. If you drive to the ride there's plenty of parking. Please be considerate and leave the prime spaces in front of the stores open.
Average speed: 16 mph overall average, 18-22 on the flats.
Total distance: about 38 miles with an option for 10 fewer miles.
Route sheets are available at the start, or get the GPX link below.
Rain at the start will cancel the ride. If it rains later we'll get wet.
Ride leader - Steve Brehl
Contact information - 845-304-9918
- Monday, July 22, 2019
- 6:15PC15Rockland Lake All Levels RideNo LeaderLeader Not Coming: RBC's FAMOUS (mentioned in Bicycling Magazine) LAKE RIDE IS BACK AFTER A LONG WINTER!!
This is an all-level ride. The ride will start on the outer flat that runs from the south lot to the north parking area. If you're a little late, just ride north, and you'll eventually run into us. We'll then regroup and may continue to do some straights or go around the outer road (depending on the group). This is a nice easy ride designed to get the winter kinks out.
Bad weather cancels this ride
- Thursday, July 25, 2019
- 6:15PC15Rockland Lake All Levels RidePaul LangusRBC's FAMOUS (mentioned in Bicycling Magazine) LAKE RIDE IS BACK AFTER A LONG WINTER!!
This is an all-level ride. The ride will start on the outer flat that runs from the south lot to the north parking area. If you're a little late, just ride north, and you'll eventually run into us. We'll then regroup and may continue to do some straights or go around the outer road (depending on the group). This is a nice easy ride designed to get the winter kinks out.
Bad weather cancels this ride
- Saturday, July 27, 2019
- 8:30AB35Rockland Rock Ramble - aka gravel grind (14-16mph average pace)Ed MolinaCome join us for some off-road adventure through beautiful tree-lined trails with river views. Hybrids and mountain bikes will be at home on these crushed stone and gravel trails as we take in many of Rockland's bike paths. Note that road bikes are fine, especially if you have wider tires and are comfortable handling your bike (I will be riding my road bike with 28mm tires). More details to follow shortly...
Route: Sign In
- Sunday, July 28, 2019
- 8:30AA30Tour de Rockland - Stony Point Stage (16+ mph average pace)No LeaderLeader Not Coming: Note: please park in the parking area closest to Beach Rd.
Join RBC for the fifth and final leg in our new and exciting Tour de Rockland series, which will cover most of the County. This stage takes place in Stony Point and includes a lovely start along Beach Rd before heading north along the rolling hills of 9W. We go over Dunderburg (aka little bear) before the majestic climb up to Perkins Peak. We'll take a short break for pictures and to enjoy the amazing views before heading back down. After going over Dunderburg again (the easy way), we head up Mott Farm Rd for some more challenging climbing before rolling down Bulsontown Rd.
Note that this our toughest ride in the series with substantial climbing, so bring a good attitude and channel your inner mountain goat!
Route sheet: Sign In
Pace: 16+ mph average
Terrain: very hilly (93 ft/mile elevation gain)
Regrouping: we will regroup after climbs and at major turns
Rest stops: there is a short break at Perkins Peak - 8:30AB30Tour de Rockland - Stony Point Stage (14-16 mph average pace)Ed MolinaNote: please park in the parking area closest to Beach Rd.
Join RBC for the fifth and final leg in our new and exciting Tour de Rockland series, which will cover most of the County. This stage takes place in Stony Point and includes a lovely start along Beach Rd before heading north along the rolling hills of 9W. We go over Dunderburg (aka little bear) before the majestic climb up to Perkins Peak. We'll take a short break for pictures and to enjoy the amazing views before heading back down. After going over Dunderburg again (the easy way), we head up Mott Farm Rd for some more challenging climbing before rolling down Bulsontown Rd.
Note that this our toughest ride in the series with substantial climbing, so bring a good attitude and channel your inner mountain goat!
Route sheet: Sign In
Pace: 14-16 mph average
Terrain: very hilly (93 ft/mile elevation gain)
Regrouping: we will regroup after climbs and at major turns
Rest stops: there is a short break at Perkins Peak - 8:30AC30Tour de Rockland - Stony Point Stage (12-14 mph average pace)Note: please park in the parking area closest to Beach Rd.
Join RBC for the fifth and final leg in our new and exciting Tour de Rockland series, which will cover most of the County. This stage takes place in Stony Point and includes a lovely start along Beach Rd before heading north along the rolling hills of 9W. We go over Dunderburg (aka little bear) before the majestic climb up to Perkins Peak. We'll take a short break for pictures and to enjoy the amazing views before heading back down. After going over Dunderburg again (the easy way), we head up Mott Farm Rd for some more challenging climbing before rolling down Bulsontown Rd.
Note that this our toughest ride in the series with substantial climbing, so bring a good attitude and channel your inner mountain goat!
Route sheet: Sign In
Pace: 12-14 mph average
Terrain: very hilly (93 ft/mile elevation gain)
Regrouping: we will regroup after climbs and at major turns
Rest stops: there is a short break at Perkins Peak - 8:30AD30Tour de Rockland - Stony Point Stage (10-12 mph average pace)Lynwood LawNote: please park in the parking area closest to Beach Rd.
Join RBC for the fifth and final leg in our new and exciting Tour de Rockland series, which will cover most of the County. This stage takes place in Stony Point and includes a lovely start along Beach Rd before heading north along the rolling hills of 9W. We go over Dunderburg (aka little bear) before the majestic climb up to Perkins Peak. We'll take a short break for pictures and to enjoy the amazing views before heading back down. After going over Dunderburg again (the easy way), we head up Mott Farm Rd for some more challenging climbing before rolling down Bulsontown Rd.
Note that this our toughest ride in the series with substantial climbing, so bring a good attitude and channel your inner mountain goat!
Route sheet: Sign In
Pace: 10-12 mph average
Terrain: very hilly (93 ft/mile elevation gain)
Regrouping: we will regroup after climbs and at major turns
Rest stops: there is a short break at Perkins Peak
- Monday, July 29, 2019
- 6:15PC15Rockland Lake All Levels RidePaul LangusRBC's FAMOUS (mentioned in Bicycling Magazine) LAKE RIDE IS BACK AFTER A LONG WINTER!!
This is an all-level ride. The ride will start on the outer flat that runs from the south lot to the north parking area. If you're a little late, just ride north, and you'll eventually run into us. We'll then regroup and may continue to do some straights or go around the outer road (depending on the group). This is a nice easy ride designed to get the winter kinks out.
Bad weather cancels this ride
- Wednesday, July 31, 2019
- 6:30PAll15Make-up: Skills Training 1Robert PanzeraSkills Training 1 Make-up.
This ride is a makeup due to the cancellation of the originial clinic on July 17. We'll hold Skills Training 2 at a later date in August or September.
NOTE: 50% chance of thunderstorms or more will cancel this ride.
Bring your bike and helmet to Rockland Lake State Park Parking Lot #4 (near the south entrance) at 6:30p when club member and professional trainer Rob Panzera will lead us through a bike riding skills workshop. Learn better bike control and handling, how to shift on flats and climbs, advanced turning and other skills. Click SIGN UP for this ride to register; non-members who want to attend should email RocklandBike@gmail.com.
Session 1: Bike Control
Starting bike control and handling
Stopping fast
Shifting on flats and climbs
Riding a straight line
Drinking while riding
Water bottle switheroo while riding
Turning skills
Figure 8 riding
Obstacle course
Pick up and put down bottle
1 hour of skills allowing explanation, demonstration, and hands-on practice of each skill.
- Thursday, August 1, 2019
- 6:15PC15Rockland Lake All Levels RidePaul LangusRBC's FAMOUS (mentioned in Bicycling Magazine) LAKE RIDE IS BACK AFTER A LONG WINTER!!
This is an all-level ride. The ride will start on the outer flat that runs from the south lot to the north parking area. If you're a little late, just ride north, and you'll eventually run into us. We'll then regroup and may continue to do some straights or go around the outer road (depending on the group). This is a nice easy ride designed to get the winter kinks out.
Bad weather cancels this ride
- Monday, August 5, 2019
- 6:15PC15Rockland Lake All Levels RidePaul LangusRBC's FAMOUS (mentioned in Bicycling Magazine) LAKE RIDE IS BACK AFTER A LONG WINTER!!
This is an all-level ride. The ride will start on the outer flat that runs from the south lot to the north parking area. If you're a little late, just ride north, and you'll eventually run into us. We'll then regroup and may continue to do some straights or go around the outer road (depending on the group). This is a nice easy ride designed to get the winter kinks out.
Bad weather cancels this ride
- Wednesday, August 7, 2019
- 6:30PAll10Skills Training 2Robert PanzeraNOTE: 50% chance of thunderstorms or more will cancel this ride.
Bring your bike and helmet to Rockland Lake State Park Parking Lot #4 (near the south entrance) at 6:30p when club member and professional trainer Rob Panzera will lead us through a bike riding skills workshop. Learn better bike control and handling, how to shift on flats and climbs, advanced turning and other skills. Click SIGN UP for this ride to register; non-members who want to attend should email RocklandBike@gmail.com.
1 hour of skills allowing explanation, demonstration, and hands-on practice of each skill.This is the second skills clinic building on the first session.
Topics to include:- Shifting (as needed depending on who shows up)
- Riding a straight line
- Starting on a hill
- Riding closely side by side
- Baton passingDrafting
- Pace Lines
- Rotating Pace LinesBumping and wheel touching (possibly depending on who shows up)
- Thursday, August 8, 2019
- 6:15PC15Rockland Lake All Levels RidePaul LangusRBC's FAMOUS (mentioned in Bicycling Magazine) LAKE RIDE IS BACK AFTER A LONG WINTER!!
This is an all-level ride. The ride will start on the outer flat that runs from the south lot to the north parking area. If you're a little late, just ride north, and you'll eventually run into us. We'll then regroup and may continue to do some straights or go around the outer road (depending on the group). This is a nice easy ride designed to get the winter kinks out.
Bad weather cancels this ride
- Sunday, August 11, 2019
- 8:30AA30Tour de Rockland - Orangetown Stage (16+ mph pace)No LeaderLeader Not Coming:
Note: this is the second opportunity to complete this leg of our series.
Join RBC for the first leg in our new and exciting Tour de Rockland series, which will cover most of the County. This stage takes place in Orangetown and includes riding along the Hudson River, a lovely bike trail, calm tree-lined streets, and a beautiful and serene climb up Bradley Hill.
Route sheet: Sign In
Pace: 16+ mph average
Terrain: rolling/hilly (47ft/mile gain)
Regrouping: we will regroup after climbs and at major turns
Rest stops: there is no planned rest stop
Photo taken at Joseph B. Clarke Rail Trail by Vee B. - 8:30AB30Tour de Rockland - Orangetown Stage (14-16 mph pace)Ed Molina
Note: this is the second opportunity to complete this leg of our series.
Join RBC for the first leg in our new and exciting Tour de Rockland series, which will cover most of the County. This stage takes place in Orangetown and includes riding along the Hudson River, a lovely bike trail, calm tree-lined streets, and a beautiful and serene climb up Bradley Hill.
Route sheet: Sign In
Pace: 14-16 mph average
Terrain: rolling/hilly (47ft/mile gain)
Regrouping: we will regroup after climbs and at major turns
Rest stops: there is no planned rest stop
Photo taken at Joseph B. Clarke Rail Trail by Vee B. - 8:30AC30Tour de Rockland - Orangetown Stage (12-14 mph pace)No LeaderLeader Not Coming:
Note: this is the second opportunity to complete this leg of our series.
Join RBC for the first leg in our new and exciting Tour de Rockland series, which will cover most of the County. This stage takes place in Orangetown and includes riding along the Hudson River, a lovely bike trail, calm tree-lined streets, and a beautiful and serene climb up Bradley Hill.
Route sheet: Sign In
Pace: 12-14 mph average
Terrain: rolling/hilly (47ft/mile gain)
Regrouping: we will regroup after climbs and at major turns
Rest stops: there is no planned rest stop
Photo taken at Joseph B. Clarke Rail Trail by Vee B. - 8:30AD30Tour de Rockland - Orangetown Stage (10-12 mph pace)No LeaderLeader Not Coming:
Note: this is the second opportunity to complete this leg of our series.
Join RBC for the first leg in our new and exciting Tour de Rockland series, which will cover most of the County. This stage takes place in Orangetown and includes riding along the Hudson River, a lovely bike trail, calm tree-lined streets, and a beautiful and serene climb up Bradley Hill.
Route sheet: Sign In
Pace: 10-12 mph average
Terrain: rolling/hilly (47ft/mile gain)
Regrouping: we will regroup after climbs and at major turns
Rest stops: there is no planned rest stop
Photo taken at Joseph B. Clarke Rail Trail by Vee B.
- Monday, August 12, 2019
- 6:15PC15Rockland Lake All Levels RidePaul LangusRBC's FAMOUS (mentioned in Bicycling Magazine) LAKE RIDE IS BACK AFTER A LONG WINTER!!
This is an all-level ride. The ride will start on the outer flat that runs from the south lot to the north parking area. If you're a little late, just ride north, and you'll eventually run into us. We'll then regroup and may continue to do some straights or go around the outer road (depending on the group). This is a nice easy ride designed to get the winter kinks out.
Bad weather cancels this ride
- Thursday, August 15, 2019
- 6:15PC15Rockland Lake All Levels RidePaul LangusRBC's FAMOUS (mentioned in Bicycling Magazine) LAKE RIDE IS BACK AFTER A LONG WINTER!!
This is an all-level ride. The ride will start on the outer flat that runs from the south lot to the north parking area. If you're a little late, just ride north, and you'll eventually run into us. We'll then regroup and may continue to do some straights or go around the outer road (depending on the group). This is a nice easy ride designed to get the winter kinks out.
Bad weather cancels this ride
- Sunday, August 18, 2019
- 7AAll12+2019 Ramapo Rally*No LeaderLeader Not Coming:
The Ramapo Rally is the best bike rally in all of New Jersey - staged by the Bicycle Touring Club of North Jersey (BTCNJ). Five beautiful, fully supported bike routes. The routes vary in difficulty and distances. From a family fun ride of 12 miles to a challenging 100 mile route through the farm and lake country of northern and western New Jersey. Rain or shine. Routes: 12 miles, 25 miles, 50 miles, 62 miles, 100 miles.
Registration opens April 14, 2019 Pre-registration Fee: $55, June 1 - Aug 12 $65, Aug 19 $75
Website: Sign In *Unaffiliated Ride
- Monday, August 19, 2019
- 6:15PC15Rockland Lake All Levels RidePaul LangusRBC's FAMOUS (mentioned in Bicycling Magazine) LAKE RIDE IS BACK AFTER A LONG WINTER!!
This is an all-level ride. The ride will start on the outer flat that runs from the south lot to the north parking area. If you're a little late, just ride north, and you'll eventually run into us. We'll then regroup and may continue to do some straights or go around the outer road (depending on the group). This is a nice easy ride designed to get the winter kinks out.
Bad weather cancels this ride
- Thursday, August 22, 2019
- 6:15PC15Rockland Lake All Levels RidePaul LangusRBC's FAMOUS (mentioned in Bicycling Magazine) LAKE RIDE IS BACK AFTER A LONG WINTER!!
This is an all-level ride. The ride will start on the outer flat that runs from the south lot to the north parking area. If you're a little late, just ride north, and you'll eventually run into us. We'll then regroup and may continue to do some straights or go around the outer road (depending on the group). This is a nice easy ride designed to get the winter kinks out.
Bad weather cancels this ride
- Sunday, August 25, 2019
- 8:30AA30Tour de Rockland - Clarkstown Stage (16+ mph average pace)No LeaderLeader Not Coming: Join RBC for the second leg in our new and exciting Tour de Rockland series, which will cover most of the County. This stage takes place in Clarkstown and includes riding along calm tree-lined streets, Rockland Lake, lovely views across the Lake de Forest causeway, and a peaceful roll along the golf course on Zukor Rd.
Route: Sign In (note that this is an updated route to avoid rough roads on Kings Highway)
Pace: 16+ mph average
Terrain: rolling/hilly (48ft/mile gain), no significant hills are included on this route, but there are a few relatively short, gradual climbs
Regrouping: while the intent is to ride closely in single file, if we spread out, we will regroup at the top of climbs and at major turns
Rest stops: there are no planned rest stops, but restrooms and vending machines are available at Rockland Lake, which is approximately half way through
Note: please ensure that you bring a helmet, hydration, fuel and a bicycle in good working order, as well as, an extra tube and CO2 cartridges/pump. - 8:30AB30Tour de Rockland - Clarkstown Stage (14-16 mph average pace)Ed MolinaJoin RBC for the second leg in our new and exciting Tour de Rockland series, which will cover most of the County. This stage takes place in Clarkstown and includes riding along calm tree-lined streets, Rockland Lake, lovely views across the Lake de Forest causeway, and a peaceful roll along the golf course on Zukor Rd.
Route: Sign In (note that this is an updated route to avoid rough roads on Kings Highway)
Pace: 14-16 mph average (20+ on the flats)
Terrain: rolling/hilly (48ft/mile gain), no significant hills are included on this route, but there are a few relatively short, gradual climbs
Regrouping: while the intent is to ride closely in single file, if we spread out, we will regroup at the top of climbs and at major turns
Rest stops: there are no planned rest stops, but restrooms and vending machines are available at Rockland Lake, which is approximately half way through
Note: please ensure that you bring a helmet, hydration, fuel and a bicycle in good working order, as well as, an extra tube and CO2 cartridges/pump. - 8:30AC30Tour de Rockland - Clarkstown Stage (12-14 mph average pace)No LeaderLeader Not Coming: Join RBC for the second leg in our new and exciting Tour de Rockland series, which will cover most of the County. This stage takes place in Clarkstown and includes riding along calm tree-lined streets, Rockland Lake, lovely views across the Lake de Forest causeway, and a peaceful roll along the golf course on Zukor Rd.
Route: Sign In (note that this is an updated route to avoid rough roads on Kings Highway)
Pace: 12-14 mph average
Terrain: rolling/hilly (48ft/mile gain), no significant hills are included on this route, but there are a few relatively short, gradual climbs
Regrouping: while the intent is to ride closely in single file, if we spread out, we will regroup at the top of climbs and at major turns
Rest stops: there are no planned rest stops, but restrooms and vending machines are available at Rockland Lake, which is approximately half way through
Note: please ensure that you bring a helmet, hydration, fuel and a bicycle in good working order, as well as, an extra tube and CO2 cartridges/pump. - 8:30AD30Tour de Rockland - Clarkstown Stage (10-12 mph average pace)No LeaderLeader Not Coming: Join RBC for the second leg in our new and exciting Tour de Rockland series, which will cover most of the County. This stage takes place in Clarkstown and includes riding along calm tree-lined streets, Rockland Lake, lovely views across the Lake de Forest causeway, and a peaceful roll along the golf course on Zukor Rd.
Route: Sign In (note that this is an updated route to avoid rough roads on Kings Highway)
Pace: 10-12 mph average
Terrain: rolling/hilly (48ft/mile gain), no significant hills are included on this route, but there are a few relatively short, gradual climbs
Regrouping: while the intent is to ride closely in single file, if we spread out, we will regroup at the top of climbs and at major turns
Rest stops: there are no planned rest stops, but restrooms and vending machines are available at Rockland Lake, which is approximately half way through
Note: please ensure that you bring a helmet, hydration, fuel and a bicycle in good working order, as well as, an extra tube and CO2 cartridges/pump.
- Monday, August 26, 2019
- 6:15PC15Rockland Lake All Levels RidePaul LangusRBC's FAMOUS (mentioned in Bicycling Magazine) LAKE RIDE IS BACK AFTER A LONG WINTER!!
This is an all-level ride. The ride will start on the outer flat that runs from the south lot to the north parking area. If you're a little late, just ride north, and you'll eventually run into us. We'll then regroup and may continue to do some straights or go around the outer road (depending on the group). This is a nice easy ride designed to get the winter kinks out.
Bad weather cancels this ride
- Thursday, August 29, 2019
- 6:15PC15Rockland Lake All Levels RidePaul LangusRBC's FAMOUS (mentioned in Bicycling Magazine) LAKE RIDE IS BACK AFTER A LONG WINTER!!
This is an all-level ride. The ride will start on the outer flat that runs from the south lot to the north parking area. If you're a little late, just ride north, and you'll eventually run into us. We'll then regroup and may continue to do some straights or go around the outer road (depending on the group). This is a nice easy ride designed to get the winter kinks out.
Bad weather cancels this ride
- Saturday, August 31, 2019
- 8:30AA30Tour de Rockland - Ramapo Stage (16+ mph average)No LeaderLeader Not Coming: Join RBC for the third leg in our new and exciting Tour de Rockland series, which will cover most of the County. This stage takes place in Ramapo and includes riding along beautiful, tree-lined roads, with uncharacteristically low traffic. A brief dip into Clarkstown allows us to include the lovely climb up S. Mountain road through the Orchards. We will make efforts to ride as a pack, especially across the short stretch of Route 202, west of Route 45.
Please ensure that you have a bike in good working order, helmet, and hydration and nutrition, as well as, what you'll need in case you have a flat.
Route sheet: Sign In
Pace: 16+ mph average
Terrain: hilly (68ft/mile gain)
Regrouping: we will regroup at top of climbs and at major turns
Rest stops: there is no planned rest stop - 8:30AB30Tour de Rockland - Ramapo Stage (14-16 mph average)Ed MolinaJoin RBC for the third leg in our new and exciting Tour de Rockland series, which will cover most of the County. This stage takes place in Ramapo and includes riding along beautiful, tree-lined roads, with uncharacteristically low traffic. A brief dip into Clarkstown allows us to include the lovely climb up S. Mountain road through the Orchards. We will make efforts to ride as a pack, especially across the short stretch of Route 202, west of Route 45.
Please ensure that you have a bike in good working order, helmet, and hydration and nutrition, as well as, what you'll need in case you have a flat.
Route sheet: Sign In
Pace: 14-16 mph average
Terrain: hilly (68ft/mile gain)
Regrouping: we will regroup at top of climbs and at major turns
Rest stops: there is no planned rest stop - 8:30AC30Tour de Rockland - Ramapo Stage (12-14 mph average)No LeaderLeader Not Coming: Join RBC for the third leg in our new and exciting Tour de Rockland series, which will cover most of the County. This stage takes place in Ramapo and includes riding along beautiful, tree-lined roads, with uncharacteristically low traffic. A brief dip into Clarkstown allows us to include the lovely climb up S. Mountain road through the Orchards. We will make efforts to ride as a pack, especially across the short stretch of Route 202, west of Route 45.
Please ensure that you have a bike in good working order, helmet, and hydration and nutrition, as well as, what you'll need in case you have a flat.
Route sheet: Sign In
Pace: 12-14 mph average
Terrain: hilly (68ft/mile gain)
Regrouping: we will regroup at top of climbs and at major turns
Rest stops: there is no planned rest stop - 8:30AD30Tour de Rockland - Ramapo Stage (10-12 mph average)No LeaderLeader Not Coming: Join RBC for the third leg in our new and exciting Tour de Rockland series, which will cover most of the County. This stage takes place in Ramapo and includes riding along beautiful, tree-lined roads, with uncharacteristically low traffic. A brief dip into Clarkstown allows us to include the lovely climb up S. Mountain road through the Orchards. We will make efforts to ride as a pack, especially across the short stretch of Route 202, west of Route 45.
Please ensure that you have a bike in good working order, helmet, and hydration and nutrition, as well as, what you'll need in case you have a flat.
Route sheet: Sign In
Pace: 10-12 mph average
Terrain: hilly (68ft/mile gain)
Regrouping: we will regroup at top of climbs and at major turns
Rest stops: there is no planned rest stop
- Sunday, September 8, 2019
- 6AAll35+NYC Century Bike Tour (Final Tour)*No LeaderLeader Not Coming: Founded in 1990 as a spirited act of activism to stake the cyclist’s claim to NYC streets, the New York City Century Bike Tour has become one of the world’s most unique tours. Boasting the nation’s only all-urban century route as well as distances accessible to riders of all skill levels, the NYC Century showcases the diversity of New York’s neighborhoods from a new perspective: the back of your bike.
We’ve grown a lot since the first peloton of 200 passionate bike commuters took a stand for better biking infrastructure. Join the 6,000 other cyclists who come together every fall to bike for better biking. Routes: 35 miles, 55 miles, 75 miles, 100 miles. See website for details.
Fee: $65
Website: Sign In *Unaffiliated Ride - 7AAll18+2019 Gran Fondo New Jersey*No LeaderLeader Not Coming: The Northeast’s Cycling Playground: Constantly rated one of the top 3 Gran Fondos in the U.S., GFNJ invites you to come ride in the land of the rolling hills.Offering a choice of 6 routes ranging between 18 Mile - 125 Miles. A well-marked route with signage Police marshals and SAG Support free parking and post-ride food festival. Routes: 18 miles, 42 miles, 62 miles, 75 miles, 107 miles, 125 miles.
Fee: $110/18 miles, $120/42 miles, $130/62 miles, $135/75 miles, $140/107 miles, $140/125 miles - Prices increase by $10 for each route after March 1, 2019
Website: Sign In *Unaffiliated Ride - 9AA30Tour de Rockland - Haverstraw Stage (16+ mph average pace)No LeaderLeader Not Coming:
Note: please park in the parking area closest to Beach Rd.
Join RBC for the fourth leg in our new and exciting Tour de Rockland series, which will cover most of the County. This stage takes place in Haverstraw and includes a lovely start along Beach Rd before a short foray into Stony Point. We then ride through Philips Hill Golf course, through the beautiful grounds around Letchworth Village before heading down Call Hollow Rd. We take a dip into Pomona then head up Thiells Mount Ivy Rd to Rosman Rd, before making our way over Hi Tor the easy way for a quick jaunt through New City before riding down the helix and returning back to the start.
Note that this is the toughest one of our Tours to-date as there is a fair amount of climbing, so bring a good attitude and channel your inner mountain goat!
Route sheet: Sign In
Pace: 16+ mph average
Terrain: hilly (71ft/mile gain)
Regrouping: we will regroup after climbs and at major turns
Rest stops: there is no planned rest stop - 9AB30Tour de Rockland - Haverstraw Stage (14-16 mph average pace)Ed Molina
Note: please park in the parking area closest to Beach Rd.
Join RBC for the fourth leg in our new and exciting Tour de Rockland series, which will cover most of the County. This stage takes place in Haverstraw and includes a lovely start along Beach Rd before a short foray into Stony Point. We then ride through Philips Hill Golf course, through the beautiful grounds around Letchworth Village before heading down Call Hollow Rd. We take a dip into Pomona then head up Thiells Mount Ivy Rd to Rosman Rd, before making our way over Hi Tor the easy way for a quick jaunt through New City before riding down the helix and returning back to the start.
Note that this is the toughest one of our Tours to-date as there is a fair amount of climbing, so bring a good attitude and channel your inner mountain goat!
Route sheet: Sign In
Pace: 14-16 mph average
Terrain: hilly (71ft/mile gain)
Regrouping: we will regroup after climbs and at major turns
Rest stops: there is no planned rest stop - 9AC30Tour de Rockland - Haverstraw Stage (12-14 mph average pace)No LeaderLeader Not Coming:
Note: please park in the parking area closest to Beach Rd.
Join RBC for the fourth leg in our new and exciting Tour de Rockland series, which will cover most of the County. This stage takes place in Haverstraw and includes a lovely start along Beach Rd before a short foray into Stony Point. We then ride through Philips Hill Golf course, through the beautiful grounds around Letchworth Village before heading down Call Hollow Rd. We take a dip into Pomona then head up Thiells Mount Ivy Rd to Rosman Rd, before making our way over Hi Tor the easy way for a quick jaunt through New City before riding down the helix and returning back to the start.
Note that this is the toughest one of our Tours to-date as there is a fair amount of climbing, so bring a good attitude and channel your inner mountain goat!
Route sheet: Sign In
Pace: 12-14 mph average
Terrain: hilly (71ft/mile gain)
Regrouping: we will regroup after climbs and at major turns
Rest stops: there is no planned rest stop - 9AD30Tour de Rockland - Haverstraw Stage (10-12 mph average pace)No LeaderLeader Not Coming:
Note: please park in the parking area closest to Beach Rd.
Join RBC for the fourth leg in our new and exciting Tour de Rockland series, which will cover most of the County. This stage takes place in Haverstraw and includes a lovely start along Beach Rd before a short foray into Stony Point. We then ride through Philips Hill Golf course, through the beautiful grounds around Letchworth Village before heading down Call Hollow Rd. We take a dip into Pomona then head up Thiells Mount Ivy Rd to Rosman Rd, before making our way over Hi Tor the easy way for a quick jaunt through New City before riding down the helix and returning back to the start.
Note that this is the toughest one of our Tours to-date as there is a fair amount of climbing, so bring a good attitude and channel your inner mountain goat!
Route sheet: Sign In
Pace: 10-12 mph average
Terrain: hilly (71ft/mile gain)
Regrouping: we will regroup after climbs and at major turns
Rest stops: there is no planned rest stop
- Saturday, September 14, 2019
- 7AAll25+The 55th Annual Ride to Montauk*No LeaderLeader Not Coming: One of the reasons the Ride to Montauk is so popular is that it is one of the flattest rides in the entire area.
We pedal on quiet back roads past mansions, the ocean, farms, windmills, and the most beautiful sections of the Hamptons. Whether you are a beginner or an expert, this is the ride for you! Start your day in Manhattan, Babylon, or Mastic Shirley and pick the distance that’s right for you -- 25 miles, 50 miles, 73 miles, 108 miles, or 150 miles. All routes end in Montauk, so even if your friends are pedaling a different distance, you can all meet up at a rest stop or at the finish for the post-ride party! Rain or Shine. Don’t forget that this ride is one-way -- it ends in Montauk, and you’ll need a way to get home again. You can get picked up by a friend, or you can take our Optional transportation home from Montauk after the ride for your bike and you: $65 - $200. You can NOT take your bike home on the train this weekend. (LIRR rules, and they mean it!)
Fee: Prices start at $99 for the 25-mile route; $200 for all other routes.
Website: Sign In *Unaffiliated Ride
- Sunday, September 22, 2019
- 8AAll40+Hold the Date for RBC Century RideErnie DiGiacomoThis is to hold the date for the RBC Century Ride which will have an number of routes varying between 40-100 miles. We will post additional details once they are finalized.
- Saturday, October 5, 2019
- 7AAll65+Sea Gull Century*No LeaderLeader Not Coming: Sea Gull Century on Saturday, October 6, 2018, a nationally acclaimed bicycling event, beginning and ending on the campus of Salisbury University, tours the picturesque Eastern Shore of Maryland and offers two routes: 65 miles, 100 miles. No rain date. See website for details.
Fee: Registration for the 2019 event opens on Wednesday, May 15th at 8:00 am EST - see website for details
Website: Sign In *Unaffiliated Ride
- Sunday, October 6, 2019
- 9AA30Tour de Rockland - Stony Point Stage (16+ mph average pace)No LeaderLeader Not Coming: Note: please park in the parking area closest to Beach Rd.
Join RBC for the fifth and final leg in our new and exciting Tour de Rockland series, which will cover most of the County. This stage takes place in Stony Point and includes a lovely start along Beach Rd before heading north along the rolling hills of 9W. We go over Dunderburg (aka little bear) before the majestic climb up to Perkins Peak. We'll take a short break for pictures and to enjoy the amazing views before heading back down. After going over Dunderburg again (the easy way), we head up Mott Farm Rd for some more challenging climbing before rolling down Bulsontown Rd.
Note that this our toughest ride in the series with substantial climbing, so bring a good attitude and channel your inner mountain goat!
Route sheet: Sign In
Pace: 16+ mph average
Terrain: very hilly (93 ft/mile elevation gain)
Regrouping: we will regroup after climbs and at major turns
Rest stops: there is a short break at Perkins Peak - 9AB30Tour de Rockland - Stony Point Stage (14-16 mph average pace)Ed MolinaNote: please park in the parking area closest to Beach Rd.
Join RBC for the fifth and final leg in our new and exciting Tour de Rockland series, which will cover most of the County. This stage takes place in Stony Point and includes a lovely start along Beach Rd before heading north along the rolling hills of 9W. We go over Dunderburg (aka little bear) before the majestic climb up to Perkins Peak. We'll take a short break for pictures and to enjoy the amazing views before heading back down. After going over Dunderburg again (the easy way), we head up Mott Farm Rd for some more challenging climbing before rolling down Bulsontown Rd.
Note that this our toughest ride in the series with substantial climbing, so bring a good attitude and channel your inner mountain goat!
Route sheet: Sign In
Pace: 14-16 mph average
Terrain: very hilly (93 ft/mile elevation gain)
Regrouping: we will regroup after climbs and at major turns
Rest stops: there is a short break at Perkins Peak - 9AC30Tour de Rockland - Stony Point Stage (12-14 mph average pace)No LeaderLeader Not Coming: Note: please park in the parking area closest to Beach Rd.
Join RBC for the fifth and final leg in our new and exciting Tour de Rockland series, which will cover most of the County. This stage takes place in Stony Point and includes a lovely start along Beach Rd before heading north along the rolling hills of 9W. We go over Dunderburg (aka little bear) before the majestic climb up to Perkins Peak. We'll take a short break for pictures and to enjoy the amazing views before heading back down. After going over Dunderburg again (the easy way), we head up Mott Farm Rd for some more challenging climbing before rolling down Bulsontown Rd.
Note that this our toughest ride in the series with substantial climbing, so bring a good attitude and channel your inner mountain goat!
Route sheet: Sign In
Pace: 12-14 mph average
Terrain: very hilly (93 ft/mile elevation gain)
Regrouping: we will regroup after climbs and at major turns
Rest stops: there is a short break at Perkins Peak - 9AD30Tour de Rockland - Stony Point Stage (10-12 mph average pace)No LeaderLeader Not Coming: Note: please park in the parking area closest to Beach Rd.
Join RBC for the fifth and final leg in our new and exciting Tour de Rockland series, which will cover most of the County. This stage takes place in Stony Point and includes a lovely start along Beach Rd before heading north along the rolling hills of 9W. We go over Dunderburg (aka little bear) before the majestic climb up to Perkins Peak. We'll take a short break for pictures and to enjoy the amazing views before heading back down. After going over Dunderburg again (the easy way), we head up Mott Farm Rd for some more challenging climbing before rolling down Bulsontown Rd.
Note that this our toughest ride in the series with substantial climbing, so bring a good attitude and channel your inner mountain goat!
Route sheet: Sign In
Pace: 10-12 mph average
Terrain: very hilly (93 ft/mile elevation gain)
Regrouping: we will regroup after climbs and at major turns
Rest stops: there is a short break at Perkins Peak
- Sunday, October 27, 2019
- 8AAll25+Tour de Bronx*No LeaderLeader Not Coming: Participants choose from one of two rides. The 25-mile route takes riders through the south, east and mid portion of the borough including the Mott Haven district, Clason Point along the East River, and the largest park in New York City: Pelham Bay Park boasting nearly 3,000 acres of natural forest. The 40-mile route includes a visit to the historic Fort Schuyler on the Throggs Neck peninsula, the nautical community of City Island and the northern portions of the borough like Woodlawn and Riverdale. Both rides conclude at the iconic New York Botanical Garden where riders receive a complimentary souvenir T-shirt and enjoy a live musical performance as they relax from the day’s festivities. Throughout the years, the event has grown exponentially and is regarded as the largest free cycling event in New York State. Routes: 25 miles, 40 miles. See website for details.
Fee: Free
Website: Sign In *Unaffiliated Ride
*Unaffiliated Rides: Rides that appear on the RBC ride calendar and show 'No Leader' are presented by other, unrelated organizations. These rides are posted for informational purposes only, as a courtesy to Rockland Bicycling Club members and others who may be interested. They are NOT official or sanctioned RBC rides.