What we’re about
NOTE: First and Last name are required to join this Meetup group. Join requests will not be approved if first and last name is not provided.
The Lancaster Bicycle Club is a road-based recreational club for cyclists of all levels.
The Club carefully plans rides and related events such as bike-safety courses that result in self-confidence, physical fitness, and improved riding skills for cyclists. The Club also hosts numerous social events and supports bicycle-related initiatives through its grant program. The Club has awarded over $530,000 in grants since 1999.
Whether you are an experienced rider or new to bike riding, you can find a variety of suitable rides here on Lancaster Bicycle Club’s Meetup site. Rides are held year round.
Your Meetup membership does not mean you are a Lancaster Bicycle Club member. To eliminate the need for a paper waiver at the ride start, we require club membership in addition to Meetup. You can join today at [lancasterbikeclub.net. ](https://lancasterbikeclub.net)
For proper verification of membership we do not allow anonymous Meetup IDs. Please sign up with a first and last name in order for your request to join be approved.
Thank You.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Phil's Hills: Thursday South GroffdaleCalvary Church, Lancaster, PA
Ride Leader: Phil Newswanger
Cue and GPX link: Phil's Hills: Thursday South Groffdale
Join me for Phil’s Hills, a 6-week series of structured rides designed to boost your overall fitness and build the climbing legs you'll need for epic summer adventures!
What to Expect:
- Pace: We'll maintain a comfortable average pace range of 14-16 mph.
- No-Drop Policy: You'll never be left behind! We'll regroup after all climbs to ensure everyone stays together.
Weekly Schedule:
- Tuesday Nights: Hill Repeat Intervals
- Our Tuesday night rides will focus on building strength and endurance through structured hill repeats.
- Route: Expect a total distance of approximately 15 miles, including 3 loops of a circuit featuring a climbing segment.
- Focus: We'll emphasize maintaining a consistent climbing tempo, active recovery between efforts, and repeating the climb to build power and efficiency.
- Thursday Nights: Steady Tempo with a Climbing Challenge
- Our Thursday night rides will build your endurance with a steady Zone 2-3 effort.
- Featured Climb: Each Thursday ride will include a designated climb where we'll push the pace a bit harder.
- Route Repetition: To help you track your progress, the Thursday night routes will repeat every other week, allowing you to gauge your improvement over the same segments.
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Helmets are mandatory. No earbuds or audible music-playing devices. Please bring water, and a basic repair kit (spare tube, tire levers, pump/CO2 inflator).
- Thursday Evening Special 26R (A+) 20-22mphCalvary Church, Lancaster, PA
25-ish mile flat rolling route.
The route is the same each week.For the experienced group rider in good physical condition and capable of maintaining a steady pace. Few stops if any. Riders unable to maintain classified pace may be dropped. If unsure if this ride is for you, it is recommended you try the "A" ride option first, which leaves from the same location a few minutes later.
Cue sheet and GPX files: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42866619
*occasionally, additional miles are added mid-loop. Please note the start location is NOT Landis Valley Museum.
Show & Go (please bring a cue if you are not familiar with the route).
No Leader (means that this ride will not be cancelled due to weather).Helmets are mandatory; No ear buds or audible music playing devices. Please bring water, and a basic repair kit (spare tube, tire levers, pump/CO2 inflator).
To eliminate passing around a pen and paper waiver, we encourage LBC Club membership and Meetup RSVP below to join this ride. RSVP also allows us to contact you after the ride if needed. If you do not RSVP you are not covered by the club excess accident insurance policy; only club members who RSVP are covered. Being on Meetup does not mean you are a club member. Join here- https://www.lancasterbikeclub.net/content.aspx?page_id=60&club_id=257148
Your RSVP is your agreement to abide by the club's Code of Conduct: https://lancbikeclub.clubexpress.com/content.aspx?page_id=22&club_id=257148&module_id=323984
Rules of the Road: https://lancbikeclub.clubexpress.com/content.aspx?page_id=22&club_id=257148&module_id=325159
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Ride Waiver: https://lancasterbikeclub.net/docs.ashx?id=763523 - Thursday Evening Special 26R (A) 18-20mphCalvary Church, Lancaster, PA
25-ish mile flat rolling route.
A spirited club ride leaving every Thursday. The route is the same each week.
Due to the race-like style of this ride, including pacelining at high speeds, the use of E-bikes is not recommended.
Cue sheet and GPX files: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42866619
*occasionally, additional miles are added mid-loop. Please note the start location is NOT Landis Valley Museum.
Show & Go (please bring a cue if you are not familiar with the route).
No Leader (means that this ride will not be cancelled due to weather).Helmets are mandatory; No ear buds or audible music playing devices. Please bring water, and a basic repair kit (spare tube, tire levers, pump/CO2 inflator).
To eliminate passing around a pen and paper waiver, we encourage LBC Club membership and Meetup RSVP below to join this ride. RSVP also allows us to contact you after the ride if needed. If you do not RSVP you are not covered by the club excess accident insurance policy; only club members who RSVP are covered. Being on Meetup does not mean you are a club member. Join here- https://www.lancasterbikeclub.net/content.aspx?page_id=60&club_id=257148
Your RSVP is your agreement to abide by the club's Code of Conduct: https://lancbikeclub.clubexpress.com/content.aspx?page_id=22&club_id=257148&module_id=323984
Rules of the Road: https://lancbikeclub.clubexpress.com/content.aspx?page_id=22&club_id=257148&module_id=325159
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Ride Waiver: https://lancasterbikeclub.net/docs.ashx?id=763523 - LBC Bike to 30K Program: Ride #2 Pedal to Preserve400 E Jackson St, New Holland, PA
Grab your helmets, bikes and sneakers and join Lancaster Bike Club for beginner and transitional rides. Local members of the Lancaster Bike Club will be hosting a Bike to 30K program!
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About the Program.........
This program is designed to take cyclists from a five mile ride while gradually increasing their fitness level and mileage up to eighteen miles during a seven week time period. Lancaster Bike Club hopes to expose old, new, returning and current cyclists to the joy of cycling. The Bike to 30K program is open to all members of our community.
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Ever wonder why we cycle? Because it’s fun! There’s nothing like riding downhill and saying weeeeeee all the way down. But if you’re new to cycling, we get it. We understand that 18 miles might be a little too steep to start. That’s why we are offering Bike to 30K!!!!
Each week, you will gradually increase your mileage. This program is designed to help you over time graduate to be a “Fun” rider while getting acclimated to the club and its members.
LBC wants to support our new members and community in meeting their cycling goals. As part of our initiative to encourage new members/cyclists to get out and cycle, we are offering the Bike to 30k cycling program. Spend just 7 weeks gradually becoming a Fun rider!!!!
LBC Bike to 30K program is designed to prepare you to ride with the Fun riders and ultimately to increase your level of physical activity. The Bike to 30k program is voluntary.
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To eliminate passing around a pen and paper waiver, we require an LBC Club membership and Meetup RSVP below to join this ride. Your RSVP also allows us to contact you after the ride if necessary. Please note ONLY club members who RSVP are covered by the club excess accident insurance policy. If you are a club member and do not RSVP, you are not covered by the club excess accident insurance policy. Meetup is our RSVP tool and being on Meetup does not mean you are a club member. To join our wonderful club, please Join here.
Please plan to arrive 10-15 minutes before the start time of the ride & make sure your bike is in working condition. Helmets are mandatory; please also plan to bring 1-2 water bottles, and basic repair kit (spare tube, tire levers, pump/CO2 inflator). For everyone’s safety, ear buds and music are not allowed.
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RSVP is required and Your RSVP is your agreement to abide by the club's Code of Conduct, the Rules of the Road and Our Ride Waiver.
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We've gone social! Join us on our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/B230K
• What to bring
Water bottle, bike, helmet and sneakers
Cue Sheet to the Ride: Ride #2 Pedal to Preserve
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The Bike to 30K is brought to you by Lancaster Bicycle Club and Lancaster Trek Bikes.
