What we’re about
This group is for people who would like to bike on the various rail trails in northern MA and southern NH, both paved and unpaved. When mountain biking on unpaved trails, we will definitely NOT be rock hopping or stump jumping; none of that crazy stuff. We'll stick to mostly flat rail trails and parks, maintaining a moderate pace and with several water breaks along the way. We'll be offering both weekend and mid-week rides, possibly some evening rides, too.
Most of the trails we'll do are in the range of 15 - 25 miles round trip, which translates into a riding time of approximately 2 - 3 hours, depending on the length of the ride and the breaks we take along the way. Our rides are intended as social activities, rather than physical challenges or a biking competition. Participants are encouraged to bike at their own pace, whatever that may be. We'll stop and regroup from time to time, to make sure that we don't lose anybody on the trail. See our Rail Trail Resources page for links to descriptions of the trails we ride.
You can also check out the trails we ride by visiting our Virtual Bike Ride page in the group's message boards.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Rise and Shine! Martha's Vineyard Day Trip Bike RideSea to Shining Sea Parking Lot, Falmouth, MA
RISE AND SHINE!
INVITATION TO MARTHA'S VINEYARD DAY TRIP BIKE RIDE!
We had a blast last year....let's do it again! Today's ride is hosted by S.E.E. Mates Ski & Travel Club. For more details and to register, please visit Rise and Shine! Martha's Vineyard Day Trip Bike Ride!
We will SEE. EXPLORE. EXPERIENCE. the "vineyard!" That's Martha's Vineyard! Join your hosts Kathy Ryan and Richard Fishel for a bicycle adventure from Oak Bluffs to Edgartown and return. We plan to beat the commuter traffic and head down "o'not-so-dark" early to arrive Falmouth between 8:00 - 8:20 a.m. so that we may be on our way to Woods Hole by 8:30 a.m. There is Free Parking at the lot next to the Peter Pan Bus Terminal at 59 Depot Ave Falmouth. (Across the street from the Peter Pan lot the GPS address is 68 Highfield Avenue Falmouth).
Everyone starts out on the waitlist. The North Shore Bicycling for Fun member contribution is $5.00 (nonrefundable unless event is cancelled by the hosts). Once you have made your contribution to the "Apres-Ride" appetizer fund, we will clear you from the waitlist. Click the link in the first paragraph for payment link. All interested North Shore Bicycling for Fun members may join the waitlist then head over to myseemates.com to register using promo code ZU867MV5 and pay via PayPal. Space is limited.
Why $5.00? One of the best ways we have found to encourage only those members who truly want to participate on this annual day trip is to request a nominal contribution to our "Apres-Ride" get together prior to our return ferry. (It also cuts down on the last-minute cancels when the event hosts are already heading to Falmouth (2 hr + ride) so very early to greet our riders.
We will ride our bikes to Woods Hole and arrive in enough time to pick up a coffee and/snack at Pie in the Sky. Roundtrip adult & bike tickets are $31.00 and may be purchased online or at the Woods Hole Ticket Office. Ferry departs at 9:30 a.m. and we can plan on the 6:15 p.m. return. Bike rentals available--e-bikes, too, near the ferry terminal.
Martha’s Vineyard has everything you’ll need to hit the road and explore the Island via bicycle. Even the public buses have bike racks!
Bike riding on Martha’s Vineyard is simply spectacular! What a way to welcome in summer just a few days away!
Arrival Details: We are a small group and should be able to stay together as we disembark. Anyone not accounted for upon arrival in Oak Bluffs, we will meet you in front of the Oak Bluffs Steamship Authority Ticket Office.
- Londonderry Concert on the Commons-COUCH265 Mammoth Rd, Londonderry, NH
- Wednesday, June 11, 2025
- 7:00 PM 8:30 PM
- 265 Mammoth RoadLondonderry, NH, 03053United States (map)
“Couch is kicking it old school with a delightful, modern twist… [They] are single - or seven-handedly - breathing new life into the pop scene.” - Sheesh Media
We could not be more excited than to be hosting this fabulous band! They will be bringing a whole new level of energy and musicianship to our bandstand that we are sure everyone is going to love! Check out some of their songs here!
Boston-based band Couch infuses pop with funk, rock, and R&B/soul. Their vibrant sound is further defined by the members’ backgrounds in jazz, a cappella, and musical theatre.
Until Spring 2021, Couch members were scattered across the country at various universities; they tackled the challenges of being a “long-distance” band, writing and even recording virtually for three years. Despite these challenges, they celebrated the release of their debut EP, “COUCH,” in February 2021 as well as three new singles and a headline tour in 2022.
In 2023, Couch released their sophomore EP, Sunshower, accompanied by an eponymous 20-city national tour, performances at Boston Calling and Levitate, and a sold-out UK tour.
Couch injects each project with their signature flavor: expressive horns, warm vocals, and bubbling synths—crafting an oasis of joy for musicians and non-musicians alike. Stay up to date on their activity by following them on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok.
Bad weather venue - TBD
