Group rides take place starting in late April and go until early September (usually around Tax Day to Labor Day). We ride every Tuesday and Thursday (weather permitting) and post weekend rides to the listserve.

Tuesday Ride:
Meet at the South Hampton Entrance of Bethel Park
Wheels down for all groups: 5:45 p.m.
Routes vary by groups and leaders (see Nibbler routes below)

Thursday Ride:
Meet at Bur Oak Brewing Co. off of Tradewinds Parkway (park on the street)
Wheels down for all groups: 5:45 p.m.
Out and back as fast and as far as you want to go! Stay after for socializing.

Definition of Riding Groups:

Racing Group – You know who you are!

  • Usually two speeds for this group. Fast and let’s break the sound barrier fast! (17 mph+)

Fast but Fun Group – Fast but not too fast 

  • We like to chase the racers but don’t mind when they pull ahead
  • This group is about having fun and challenging ourselves
  • Seasoned Nibblers or seasoned riders who are ready for the next level of fitness and speed
  • Travels 15-17 mph average depending on the route (could be less on a really hilly route)
  • Takes care of each other – not necessarily a no-drop ride but leaders always emerge from the group at each ride

Nibbler Group

  • Beginners learning the rules of the road and getting comfortable
  • Road bikes, hybrids and even a few mountain bikes in this group
  • Many new Columbia Multisport Club members have come out of this group to do amazing things
  • Speed varies greatly 10 -14 mph average (speed increases as season progresses)
  • NO DROP RIDES – we make every effort for this rides to be no drop when a leader and a sweeper are available. In general, this group is amazing at taking care of it’s own and making sure no one is left behind.

NIBBLER TRAINING RIDES

The Nibblers will have 6 weeks of lead NO DROP rides from  April 30 to June 6 on Tuesday and Thursday. Anissa Lockett will serve as the leader of this group for these first 6 weeks. After June 6, the group usually sticks together the rest of the summer and takes care of one another.

Tuesday Nibbler Routes (subject to change):

May 7: South Hampton and the Highlands (Minus Glasgow Hill) (9 Miles) –https://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/2047983295

May 14: Arrow Head out and Back (11 Miles) – http://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/1037196929

May 21: Arrow Head out and Back (11 Miles) –http://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/1037196929

May 28: Scott Blvd to Old Mill Creek (12 Miles) –https://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/2449483246

June 4: Scott Blvd Loop (13 Miles) –http://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/1037199015

Thursday Nibbler Route:

Thursday is an out and back. We will start out riding about 12 miles and work our way up to a 20 mile ride.

Route: http://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/829310325