Northern Virginia Casual Bicycling Group (NoVA CBG)

• START LOC: Bluemont Park, Manchester & Wilson, Arlington, VA
• START GPS: [https://goo.gl/maps/2sMA3jhGSgdS4fJj9]
• START PARKING: Tennis Courts Parking lot (restroom available)
• ARRIVAL: 11:00am SPEECH: 11:10am

—> **you must be present for the speech or no ride for you!**

• ROLL: 11:15am
• LEVEL: Medium (Plus)
• PACE: 11-13 mph (with challenging hills)
• DISTANCE: 18.8 mi
• TERRAIN: Hills/ Trail / Street / Cyclepath
• RIDEWITHGPS ROUTE: CBG_KOFFEEK_HTART_V2_2025
  https://ridewithgps.com/routes/53223794

Notes:

• This ride is organized "lean", but we will have a sweep.
• Pump your tires on the morning of the ride, please.
• It is strongly suggested that you become a NoVA CBG RidewithGPS club member and download the route posted for each "Klatch".
• Loading the route onto your Garmin (or other Nav device) is also acceptable.
• NoVA CBG has a turn by turn RideWithGPS club account that's free. https://www.meetup.com/novacbg/events/271742916/

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The Ride: Detail
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Welcome to The Koffee Klatch! These rides are generally based off the Arlington Loop where we will visit different area coffee shops or bakeries for a cup and/or treat if desired. You don't have to drink or even like coffee to participate.

This will be a 18.8 mile ride (mapped by our own Dan) mostly on roads with some challenging hills in North Arlington ending up in Falls Church for coffee and pastries at The Happy Tart, on mile 14.3. After the rewarding stop we head up to the W&OD at Virginia Lane/Shreve Rd and then back to Bluemont Park.

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The Ride After The Ride:
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This week's Coffee Shop is the Ride WITHIN The Ride!
The Happy Tart (Gluten Free Patisserie)
Pearson Square
410 S Maple Ave #110
Falls Church, VA

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Ride Level Chart
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NoVA CBG tries to accommodate all levels of cyclists by offering different types/levels of rides. We just ask that you come to the ride that suits your current riding ability the best.

• Introductory Level: If you haven't ridden a bike in a number of years (or are uncertain of your abilities on a bicycle).
• Beginner Level: You can ride for 10+ miles at a pace of 10+ to 12+ mph with potentially minor hills involved.
• Medium Level: You can ride for 20+ miles at a pace of 13+ to 15+ mph with potentially moderate hills involved.
• Advanced Level: You can ride for 20++ miles at a pace of 15+ mph with potentially major hills involved.

Both Medium and Advanced Levels might require handling various challenges such as reading cue sheets, using a Garmin or navigation app, night riding, out of town travel, or any other odd cycling situations.

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The Fine Print:
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An RSVP of 'YES' is your digital signature and means you have read and understood MEETUP.com's:

• "Terms of Service : Section 6. Release" found at https://www.meetup.com/terms/
• NOVA-CBG's "Assumption of Risk Agreement" found @ https://www.meetup.com/novacbg/pages/1942951/NOVA-CBG_Waiver/
• NoVA CBG's "COVID Policy" found @ http://bit.ly/2021_NoVACBG_COVID19_POLICY

Helmets are required to participate in all NOVA-CBG rides. All riders ride at their own risk and with the understanding that cycling is an inherently dangerous activity. When coming to the meetup you do so voluntarily and are ready and able to participate in the ride as described under the conditions of the day. Be on time for the "pre-ride" preparation. If you do not attend the pre-ride preparation you will not be allowed to participate on the ride. There are NO exceptions to the above.

• RIDE NAME: Thanksgiving Frozen Turkey Trek
• START LOC: Columbia Island Marina George Washington Memorial Pkwy, Arlington, VA 22202
• START GPS: https://goo.gl/maps/gcQe4oH6rWN7Lqy9A
• MEETING POINT: In front of the Restrooms in the parking lot
• ARRIVAL: 9:00 am
• SPEECH: 9:15 am
• ROLLING: 9:30 am (or immediately after the speech, whichever comes first)
• LEVEL: Medium(+)
• PACE: 13-15 mph
• DISTANCE: 25 miles OR 35 miles
• TERRAIN: Trail / Street / Cycle Tracks
• RIDEWITHGPS:
• CBG_FROZ_TURK_25_2025
  https://ridewithgps.com/routes/53217785
• CBG_FROZ_TURK_35_2025
  https://ridewithgps.com/routes/53217740

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The Ride: Detail
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Enjoy a mostly flat, Thanksgiving Day ride with your CBG friends. This ride includes the option of a shorter ride (25 miles/approximately a noon finish) for those who have to get home to cook, AND a longer ride (35 miles/approximately 1:30 pm finish) for those who have more time to spare.

We'll depart Columbia Island and head into DC where we'll be on a mix of bike trails, cycle tracks, and streets. We'll pass by the Wharf and take the Frederick Douglass Bridge over the Anacostia and hop on the Anacostia River Trail (ART). We’ll take the ART up to Bladensburg Waterfront Park and regroup at mile 12.5 where there are bathrooms and water fountains.

At that point, those that prefer the 25 mile ride will head south, cross the Benning Road Bridge, ride pass the old RFK Stadium, and pedal for home. Those that prefer the 35 mile ride will head north to Lake Artemesia for a loop before turning around and heading back to Columbia Island.

This is a Medium (+) ride due to the distance and street riding, but it will be a lot of fun and a great way to kick off Thanksgiving morning.

We hope you'll bundle up, grab your bike, and come join us!

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The Meeting Spot:
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Columbia Island Marina
George Washington Memorial Pkwy
Arlington, VA 22202
GPS: https://goo.gl/maps/gcQe4oH6rWN7Lqy9A
PARKING: Near the restroom building.

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The Ride After The Ride:
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None. Go home and eat some turkey.
🦃😋🙂

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Ride Level Chart
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NoVA CBG tries to accommodate all levels of cyclists by offering different types/levels of rides. We just ask that you come to the ride that suits your current riding ability the best.

• Introductory Level: If you haven't ridden a bike in a number of years (or are uncertain of your abilities on a bicycle).
• Beginner Level: You can ride for 10+ miles at a pace of 10+ to 12+ mph with potentially minor hills involved.
• Medium Level: You can ride for 20+ miles at a pace of 13+ to 15+ mph with potentially moderate hills involved.
• Advanced Level: You can ride for 20++ miles at a pace of 15+ mph with potentially major hills involved.

Both Medium and Advanced Levels might require handling various challenges such as reading cue sheets, using a Garmin or navigation app, night riding, out of town travel, or any other odd cycling situations.

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The Fine Print:
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An RSVP of 'YES' is your digital signature and means you have read and understood MEETUP.com's:

• "Terms of Service : Section 6. Release" found at https://www.meetup.com/terms/
• NOVA-CBG's "Assumption of Risk Agreement" found @ https://www.meetup.com/novacbg/pages/1942951/NOVA-CBG_Waiver/
• NoVA CBG's "COVID Policy" found @ http://bit.ly/2021_NoVACBG_COVID19_POLICY

Helmets are required to participate in all NOVA-CBG rides. All riders ride at their own risk and with the understanding that cycling is an inherently dangerous activity. When coming to the meetup you do so voluntarily and are ready and able to participate in the ride as described under the conditions of the day. Be on time for the "pre-ride" preparation. If you do not attend the pre-ride preparation you will not be allowed to participate on the ride. There are NO exceptions to the above.

Let's do a Beginner(+) level Thanksgiving Ride!!
We will go see the lazy 'Reclining Liberty' art installation at the Museum of Contemporary Art (MoCA) in Arlington (it is now a permanent attraction).

We will stop just up the street for coffee & a treat at Northside Social before heading back home. 13 miles total.
https://www.northsidesocialva.com/location/arlington/

https://www.arlnow.com/2025/09/19/reclining-liberty-is-now-a-permanent-fixture-in-front-of-museum-of-contemporary-art/

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The Ride: Summary
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• RIDE NAME: Thanksgiving Lazy Turkey Trek
• START LOC: Shirlington Library
• START GPS: https://goo.gl/maps/GXU2cMAG7672
• START PARKING: Any Garage in Shirlington
• ARRIVAL: 10:30 am
• SPEECH: As soon as everyone is there.
• ROLLING: As soon as the speech is done.
• LEVEL: Beginner(+)
• PACE: A Casual Pace
• DISTANCE: 13 miles
• TERRAIN: Trail / Street / Cycle Tracks
• RIDEWITHGPS
  TBD

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The Ride: Detail
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Let's build up an appetite by pedaling out to see the 'Reclining Liberty' art installation at the Museum of Contemporary Art (MoCA) in Arlington (now a permanent attraction).

Reclining Liberty takes inspiration from the giant reclining Buddha statues of Asia, which represent the Buddha in one stage on the path to enlightenment and are a theme throughout Buddhist art. By merging the traditional Buddhist reclining pose and the quintessential American figurative symbol, Reclining Liberty asks the viewer to contemplate the status of the ideals the Statue of Liberty represents.

When we are done with our "contemplation" we will stop just up the street for coffee & a treat at Northside Social before heading back home. 13 miles total. Then of course off to our individual Thanksgiving plans.

Planning on being back in Shirlington NLT 1:30pm (but thinking earlier). We hope you'll bundle up, grab your bike, and come join us!

https://www.northsidesocialva.com/location/arlington/

https://www.arlnow.com/2025/09/19/reclining-liberty-is-now-a-permanent-fixture-in-front-of-museum-of-contemporary-art/

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The Meeting Spot:
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Shirlington Library
4200 Campbell Ave
Arlington, VA 22206
GPS: https://goo.gl/maps/GXU2cMAG7672
We will meet directly in front of the library by the fountains.

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The Ride After The Ride:
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None. Go home and eat some turkey.
🦃😋🙂

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Ride Level Chart
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NoVA CBG tries to accommodate all levels of cyclists by offering different types/levels of rides. We just ask that you come to the ride that suits your current riding ability the best.

• Introductory Level: If you haven't ridden a bike in a number of years (or are uncertain of your abilities on a bicycle).
• Beginner Level: You can ride for 10+ miles at a pace of 10+ to 12+ mph with potentially minor hills involved.
• Medium Level: You can ride for 20+ miles at a pace of 13+ to 15+ mph with potentially moderate hills involved.
• Advanced Level: You can ride for 20++ miles at a pace of 15+ mph with potentially major hills involved.

Both Medium and Advanced Levels might require handling various challenges such as reading cue sheets, using a Garmin or navigation app, night riding, out of town travel, or any other odd cycling situations.

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The Fine Print:
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An RSVP of 'YES' is your digital signature and means you have read and understood MEETUP.com's:

• "Terms of Service : Section 6. Release" found at https://www.meetup.com/terms/
• NOVA-CBG's "Assumption of Risk Agreement" found @ https://www.meetup.com/novacbg/pages/1942951/NOVA-CBG_Waiver/
• NoVA CBG's "COVID Policy" found @ http://bit.ly/2021_NoVACBG_COVID19_POLICY

Helmets are required to participate in all NOVA-CBG rides. All riders ride at their own risk and with the understanding that cycling is an inherently dangerous activity. When coming to the meetup you do so voluntarily and are ready and able to participate in the ride as described under the conditions of the day. Be on time for the "pre-ride" preparation. If you do not attend the pre-ride preparation you will not be allowed to participate on the ride. There are NO exceptions to the above.

• @ 5:30pm: National Harbor Tree Light Show
  (this is outside)
• @ 5:45pm: Fireworks Immediately Following Tree Light Show
  (this is outside)
  https://www.nationalharbor.com/holidays-at-national-harbor/
• @ 5:30pm: Alexandria Holiday Boat Parade of Lights starts @ 5:30pm.
  (we should be able to see some of this from the Woodrow Wilson Bridge on our way home).
  https://visitalexandria.com/holidays/boat-parade/
• Your One Thermos should have your hydration.
• Your OTHER Thermos should have a hot drink of your choice.
• Fun, Festive, Battery Powered Lights on your bicycles are strongly suggested. The more lights the better to be seen with at night.

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The Ride: Summary
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• RIDE NAME: Harbor Holidays Ride: Tree, Fireworks, & Boat Parade (Oh My!)
• START LOC: Washington Sailing Marina
• START GPS: https://goo.gl/maps/uGpBoTzjAS8aNDuf8
• START PARKING: Main parking lot by the restrooms.
• ARRIVAL: 4:00pm (please be on time)
• SPEECH: 4:15pm
• ROLLING: As soon as the speech is done.
• SUNSET: 4:49pm
• LEVEL: Beginner(+) Night Ride
• DISTANCE: 12.5 miles
• PACE: 12-14 mph (casual pace)
• TERRAIN: Trail / Street / Bike Lane
• RIDEWITHGPS ROUTE:
  CBG_XMAS_HARBOR_HOLIDAYS_2025
  https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45013358

NOTE:

• Dress in layers for the weather
• 100 Lumen (or Greater) Front Light (Read all about them here: https://www.meetup.com/novacbg/events/273787949)
• Red Tail Light
• Verify they all have a fresh charge
• We will keep our bikes with us at National Harbor (or they will be watched). NO Bike locks needed.

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The Ride : Detail
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For your pleasure NoVA CBG presents .... the Harbor Holidays Ride.

We have gone over to see the tree in years past, but new this year is the light show the tree puts on. And since it is a Saturday night we will be there for the fireworks as well. All of this is outside so dressing appropriately for RIDING THERE, as well as STANDING THERE is very important.

NIGHTLY TREE LIGHT SHOW: SHOW RUNS EVERY HALF HOUR FROM SUNSET TO 9PM

• Watch the 60-foot RGB tree come to life nightly.
• The breathtaking light show dances alongside a holiday medley recorded by the United States Air Force Band.

SATURDAY NIGHT FESTIVE FIREWORKS

• On Saturday nights from November 11 - December 30 at 5:30pm there is a spectacular fireworks display following the tree lighting show.
• https://www.nationalharbor.com/holidays-at-national-harbor/

Alexandria Holiday Boat Parade of Lights on Saturday, Dec. 7th, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. when more than 50 brightly lit boats cruise along one mile of the Potomac River shoreline from Canal Center to Ford’s Landing Park.

• https://visitalexandria.com/holidays/boat-parade/

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The Meeting Spot:
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Washington Sailing Marina
1 Marina Dr.
Alexandria, VA
GPS: https://goo.gl/maps/uGpBoTzjAS8aNDuf8
Parking: You can park in the main lot by the restrooms

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The Ride After The Ride:
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NONE YET

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Ride Level Chart
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The Fine Print:
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An RSVP of 'YES' is your digital signature and means you have read and understood MEETUP.com's:

• "Terms of Service : Section 6. Release" found at https://www.meetup.com/terms/
• NOVA-CBG's "Assumption of Risk Agreement" found @ https://www.meetup.com/novacbg/pages/1942951/NOVA-CBG_Waiver/
• NoVA CBG's "COVID Policy" found @ http://bit.ly/2021_NoVACBG_COVID19_POLICY

Helmets are required to participate in all NOVA-CBG rides. All riders ride at their own risk and with the understanding that cycling is an inherently dangerous activity. When coming to the meetup you do so voluntarily and are ready and able to participate in the ride as described under the conditions of the day. Be on time for the "pre-ride" preparation. If you do not attend the pre-ride preparation you will not be allowed to participate on the ride. There are NO exceptions to the above.