Northern Virginia Casual Bicycling Group (NoVA CBG)

• RIDE NAME: Three Notch Trail
  (w/Amish Market) RATR Lunch @ Randy's BBQ
• START LOC: Shopper's in Charlotte Hall (formerly McKay's)
• START GPS: https://goo.gl/maps/TjvYSxdLe33R7wbP8
• START PARKING PIC: https://bit.ly/McKays_Parking
• ARRIVAL: 10:00am
• SPEECH: 10:15am
• ROLLING: 10:30am
• LEVEL: All Level
• DISTANCE: 21 miles (round trip)
• PACE: Any Pace, Gary Sweeps
• TERRAIN: Flat, Straight, Paved Trail
• RIDEWITHGPS ROUTE:
  CBG_THREE_NOTCH_TRAIL_2025
  https://ridewithgps.com/routes/33812134

NOTES:

• Similar to the Indian Head Rail Trail.
• Bathrooms available @ Shopper's.
• End of Trail @ John V. Baggett Park (bathrooms).
• Optional Stop @ The Barns at New Market (Amish Market) ... you really will want to check this out... maybe with your car afterwards as well.
  https://www.visitstmarysmd.com/directory/the-barns-at-new-market/
• RATR @ Randy's Ribs & BBQ - 10 minutes from Shopper's w/Outdoor picnic tables & (hopefully now) umbrellas.

TIMINGS (approximates):

• Rolling @ 10:30am
• 10.5 miles: John V. Baggett Park @ 11:30am
• Rest at Park 15 minutes, Leave at 11:45am
• 8 miles: Amish Market @ 12:30am
• Farmers Market for 15 minutes, Leave at 12:45am
• 3 miles: Back at Shopper's @ 1:00pm
• Everyone off the trail No Later Than 1:30pm.
• Drive to Randy's Ribs & BBQ @ 1:30pm.

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The Ride : Detail
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For your cycling pleasure NoVA CBG presents: The Three Notch Trail.

Similar in nature to the Indian Head Rail Trail this trail is 22 miles round trip and is straight, flat, and good for all levels of riders.

We will park and start the ride in civilization (Charlotte Hall) and then head 10.5 miles down the Three Notch Trail to the trail head located at John V. Baggett Park (flush toilets).

We turn around and head back 8 miles and poke our noses in at the Amish Farmers Market (The Barns at New Market). Then only a short 3 miles back to our cars.

For those that want to enjoy a little more of your day here in Southern Maryland for the Ride after the Ride (RATR) we will be heading to Randy’s Ribs & Barbeque, just 5 minutes away by car. Randy's has been voted best barbecue ribs in the D.C. Metropolitan area by the Washington Post and has been serving up their famous ribs and barbecue since 1981. They have outdoor picnic tables with umbrellas but also bring a portable chair if you want to spread out a bit.

For you faster riders, feel free to do whatever you want to do (more miles or more Amish) just plan on being back to the start no later than 12:30pm.

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The Meeting Spot:
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Shopper's in Charlotte Hall (formerly McKay's)
37670 Mohawk Dr.
Charlotte Hall, MD 20622
GPS: https://goo.gl/maps/TjvYSxdLe33R7wbP8
PARKING PIC: https://bit.ly/McKays_Parking

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The Ride After The Ride:
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Randy’s Ribs & Barbecue
7744 Leonardtown Road
Hughesville, MD 20637
301-274-3525
GPS: https://goo.gl/maps/bZnNGtpDdHKTz56p8

Additional stops IN the ride:
The Barns at New Market,
29133 Thompson Corner Rd,
Charlotte Hall, MD 20659
https://www.visitstmarysmd.com/directory/the-barns-at-new-market/
GPS: https://goo.gl/maps/e9vJSsmRR62P6Lue6

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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.

• Definition of "Klatch" /kläCH/ noun = A gathering characterized by informal conversation
• RIDE NAME: The Koffee Klatch Ride: Cinco de Mayo - Don Churro
• START LOC: Bluemont Park, Manchester & Wilson, Arlington, VA
• START GPS: [https://goo.gl/maps/2sMA3jhGSgdS4fJj9]
• START PARKING: Tennis Courts Parking lot (restroom available)
• ARRIVAL: 10:00 am
• SPEECH: 10:10am

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

• ROLLING: 10:15am
• LEVEL: Medium
• PACE: 11-13 mph (Social Pace)
• DISTANCE: 16 mi
• TERRAIN: Trail / Street / Cyclepath
• RIDEWITHGPS ROUTE:
  CBG_KOFFEEK_5MAYO_2025
  https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49848750

Notes:

• This ride is organized "lean" and may not 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.

To celebrate the Mexican victory at Battle of Puebla, we will ride the Loop counter clockwise exiting after climbing the hill from Rosslyn where we take Veitch to Wilson and go left at Edgewood (Whole Foods intersection) to get to Don Churro. Unfortunately, there are no warm drinks at this food truck during Spring and Summer. Coffee can be purchased at the Starbucks in Barnes & Noble or around the corner on Wilson or across Wilson at Whole Foods or if you want to commiserate with the French losers of the battle, at Tatte.

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The Ride After The Ride:
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This week's Coffee Shop is the Ride WITHIN The Ride!
Don Churro
The Crossing Clarendon
2800 Clarendon Blvd
Arlington, 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: Tuesday Night Ride (TNR) - Arlington Triangloop
• START LOC: Shirlington Library
• START GPS: https://goo.gl/maps/GXU2cMAG7672
• START PARKING: Any Garage in Shirlington
• ARRIVAL: 6:00pm
• SPEECH: 6:15pm
• ROLLING: 6:30pm (or earlier if everyone is present)
• LEVEL: Advanced
• PACE: Anywhere from 16-20+mph
• DISTANCE: 16mi
• TERRAIN: Trail / Street
• RIDEWITHGPS ROUTE:
  CBG_TNR_ARL_TRILOOP_CW_2024
  https://ridewithgps.com/routes/30568466

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The Ride: Detail
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For your riding pleasure NoVA CBG presents: Tuesday Night Rides (TNR) A-Group Edition with Ryan, Dave, and Ronne.

We'll start in Shirlington and do the Arlington Triangloop!!

This is an Advanced level ride because we're going to keep a pace anywhere from 16-20+mph on flat stretches (slower on hills) and the total distance is approximately 16 miles.

This is a NO DROP ride so you will not be left behind but you are expected to try to keep an A-Group level pace (16-20+mph).

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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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We’ll head to Samuel Beckett’s after the ride for a drink and food. We sit outside so we can bring our bikes and keep an eye on them. Join us if you like!

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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/

Helmets are required to participate in all NOVA-CBG rides. NO exceptions. 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. Again, no exceptions.
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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: Summary
(Must Read)
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• RIDE NAME: The Custard Cruise
• START LOC: Shirlington Library
• START GPS: https://goo.gl/maps/y1K7iBorEgsTWBpaA
• START PARKING: Any Parking Garage
• ARRIVAL: 6:00pm
• SPEECH: 6:15pm
• ROLLING: 6:30pm
• LEVEL: Beginner Level (But All Welcome)
• DISTANCE: 10 miles.
• PACE: 12 mph
• TERRAIN: No Hills, Trail and Street Riding.
• RIDEWITHGPS ROUTE:
  CBG_CUSTARD_CRUISE_2025
  https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46334991

NOTES:

• No Hills, 10 miles, No Surprises, Custard!
• Bring enough fluids for the entire ride.
• https://www.thedairygodmother.com/flavor-forecast/

TIMINGS (approximates):

• Arrive @ 6:00pm
• Speech @ 6:15pm
• Rolling @ 6:30pm
• Back in Shirlington @ 8:00pm(ish)

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The Ride : Detail
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For your riding pleasure NoVA CBG presents The Custard Cruise.

I would like some custard. The Dairy Godmother in Del Ray has some excellent custard (& sorbet & vegan donuts & other yummy things for just about everyone).

Maybe some of you want to join me?

Shirlington, to Four Mile, to Potomac Yards to the Dairy Godmother, then Commonwealth back to Four Mile to Shirlington.

• No Hills
• 10 miles, belly full of custard (or other yummy-ness)
• Hopefully no surprises.

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The Meeting Spot:
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Shirlington Library
4200 Campbell Ave
Arlington, VA 22206
GPS: https://goo.gl/maps/y1K7iBorEgsTWBpaA

We will meet in front of the Shirlington Library by the fountains.

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The Ride After The Ride:
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What better way to wash down your custard than with a tasty beverage. For those interested we will go to Samuel Beckett’s after the ride for our social. We sit outside so we can bring our bikes and keep an eye on them. Join us if you like!

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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.