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Welcome to the Northern Virginia Casual Biking Group (NOVA-CBG). For your cycling pleasure, please join us for various casual bicycle rides around the area. **************************************
How Do We Define "Casual"? : *************************************** Well, we really don't pressure anyone to be a professional cyclist.* We don't ask you to own any special gear (except for a helmet).* We don't ask you to wear special outfits (unless you want to).* All we ask is that you come as you are comfortably with a bike that is in well-tuned shape and a helmet. We ride with a "no man left behind" philosophy so that everyone can enjoy themselves without fear of getting lost or left behind. So the ride may have a few extra "re-grouping" stops if that is required due to various riding skills. Because of this philosophy we really try to ask that the cyclist's riding skill matches the ride they are on.
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Ride Levels: ************************************** 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 easily ride your bike for 10 miles with some minor hills at a comfortable pace of 12+ mph.
*Medium Level:
You can do 20 miles pretty easily at a moderate pace of 13 to 15+ mph.
*Advanced Level: You can do 20++ miles easily at a 15+ pace and / or handle various challenges as rain, night riding, or other odd cycling situations.
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Riding Requirements: ************************************** Just like every other group we DO have some riding requirements: 1) Helmets are mandatory for every ride we do, no exceptions... period.
2) All riders ride at their own risk and with the understanding that cycling is an inherently dangerous activity. Participating in a NoVA-CBG ride is voluntary and riders must be ready and able to participate in the ride as described in the meetup and under the conditions of the day. Riders have read and acknowledged by an RSVP 'YES' MEETUP.com's "Terms of Service : Section 6. Release " found at https://www.meetup.com/terms/ and NOVA-CBG's "Assumption of Risk Agreement" found @ https://www.meetup.com/novacbg/pages/1942951/NOVA-CBG_Waiver/.
3) Just in case there is an emergency situation you should always have on you Identification, Insurance, and any other important medical information.
4) All riders must be at least 18 years of age.
5) No music is allowed on any of the rides. Headphones or otherwise.
6) We have a "three strikes" NO SHOW policy, so please honor your RSVP or change it accordingly as soon as your situation changes.
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Membership Dues: ************************************** Your first two months in the group are free, after that we have an annual $10.00 membership fee. This fee helps defer the cost of the MEETUP fees and facilitates our Annual "Company" Picnic and Annual Holiday Party. In addition these dues allow us to perform our Tire Changing and Gear classes and our Bike In Movies series during the winter.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- **SHORT NOTICE** All Levels: Indian Head Rail Trail (Lemons into Lemonade)Indian Head Elementary School, Indian Head, MD
I'm going on a bike ride, come on out if you want. Everyone can do this one regardless of level. Setting the ride up for 11am since the rain should be gone well before then, giving it a chance to dry out. Temps will be 70 degrees by then as well.
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The Ride: Summary
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+++++++++++++++++++++- RIDE NAME: Indian Head Rail Trail
- START LOC: Indian Head Elementary School
- START GPS: https://goo.gl/maps/92qnj6noJXS2
- START PARKING PIC: https://goo.gl/rGvVtx
- ARRIVAL: 11:00am
- SPEECH: 11:15am
- ROLLING: 11:30am
- LEVEL: All Levels
- DISTANCE: Up to 26 miles (13.0 each way)
- PACE: Any Pace
- TERRAIN: Flat Paved Bike Trail
- RIDEWITHGPS ROUTE:
CBG_INDIAN_HEAD_2025
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/33415652
NOTE:
- Bring 2 Full Water Bottles.
- Porto-Potties at start, on the trail, as well as flush toilet at turn around.
TIMINGS (approximates):
- Rolling @ 11:30am
- End of Trail @ 12:30pm - 1:00pm
- Back at Head of Trail @ 2:00pm
- Everyone is OFF the trail NLT 2:15pm(ish)
- The above is based on an average of at least 10mph
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The Ride : Detail
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For your riding pleasure NoVA CBG presents The Indian Head Rail Trail.The Indian Head Rail Trail is a straight, no turning, tree lined, flat, and pretty trail. You cannot get lost so you can go as fast or as slow as you like.
You can make the ride any distance you want (up to 27 miles, 13.5 out and 13.5 back). Remember that the distance you travel out is the same distance you have to travel back.
- This is a perfect ride to see how far you can go.
- This is a perfect ride to see how fast you can go.
- This is a perfect ride to try out your new clips.
- This is a perfect ride to try out your new bike.
- This is a perfect ride to slow roll and enjoy nature.
You get the idea ;)
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The Meeting Spot:
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Indian Head Elementary School
4200 Indian Head Hwy
Indian Head, MD 20640
GPS: https://goo.gl/maps/92qnj6noJXS2
PARKING PIC: https://goo.gl/rGvVtxDO NOT park in the Pavilion parking lot, please park in the gravel parking spots (see picture link above).
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The Ride after the Ride:
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Not going to try to do an official "ride after the ride" for this one.+++++++++++++++++++++
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.
- Medium Level: The Koffee Klatch Ride: Detour Coffee - Virginia SqBluemont Park Tennis Court, Arlington, VA
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The Ride: Summary
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++++++++++++++++++++- Definition of "Klatch" /kläCH/ noun = A gathering characterized by informal conversation
- RIDE NAME: The Koffee Klatch Ride: Detour Coffee - Virginia Sq
- 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: 15.6 mi
- TERRAIN: Trail / Street / Cyclepath
- RIDEWITHGPS ROUTE:
CBG_KOFFEEK_DETOUR_2025 - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/52717238
Notes:
- This ride is organized "lean"
- 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
+++++++++++++++++++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 NATIONAL LOVE PEOPLE DAY (it's also National Orange Shirt Day, National Hot Mulled Cider Day, & National Chewing Gum Day) we will ride the Loop anti-clockwise exiting after climbing the hill from Rosslyn where we take Veitch to Wilson, go right on Fairfax Dr at Clarendon, and stop at Detour near GMU at mile 13.2. After coffee we continue on Fairfax to the Bluemont Junction Trail.
This will be my last ride until late October, Marius is back October 1.
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The Ride After The Ride:
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Detour Coffee Co
946 N Jackson St
Arlington, VA+++++++++++++++++++++
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:
+++++++++++++++++++++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.
- Advanced Level (A-Group): Tuesday Night Ride (TNR) - Arlington TriangloopShirlington Library, Arlington, VA
Tuesday Night Rides (TNR) A-Group Edition with Ryan, Dave, and Ronne
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The Ride: Summary
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++++++++++++++++++++- 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).
***As we begin to ride in the evening, it's time to bring headlights *to see* with. Please make sure they're charged before the ride. If you need help on what to buy, see information here: https://www.meetup.com/novacbg/events/296536602/
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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.++++++++++++++++++++
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!++++++++++++++++++++
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.
.................................................................................................................... - Medium(+) Level: Deale or No Deale (Cue Sheet/Garmin Ride)Deale Elementary School, Deale, MD
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
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+++++++++++++++++++++- RIDE NAME: Deale or No Deale
- START LOC: Deale Elementary, Deale, MD
- START GPS: https://goo.gl/maps/KhEyACVUMuyq4XsY7
- START PARKING: Any open spot
- ARRIVAL: 10:00am
- SPEECH: 10:15am
- ROLLING: 10:30am
- LEVEL: Medium(+)
- PACE: 13 to 15+ mph
- DISTANCE: 39 mile
- TERRAIN: Country road riding, hills
- RIDEWITHGPS ROUTE:
CBG_DEALE_OR_NO_DEALE_2025
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/5461637
NOTES:
- This is a Cue Sheet / Garmin ride
- There is NO sweep
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The Ride : Detail
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For your riding pleasure NoVA CBG presents ... Deale or No Deale.This is nice, country, ALL ROAD riding on the western shore of the Chesapeake.
Meet / Start is at Deale Elementary School. There is no water here, but there are porta-johns at the left side of the building near some sporting fields. They were in pretty good shape when I last checked. From here the route loops north up to near Harwood, passes through Lothian, McKendree, Friendship, and then descends into North Beach.
Stops planned are as such:
@ Mile 12
Gibson's Shell Station
101 Mt Zion Marlboro Rd
Lothian, MD 20711** OR **
@ Mile 12
Dunkin Donuts
5075 Solomons Island Rd
Lothian, MD 20711
(443) 294-6774@ Mile 26.8
Sweet Sues Bake Shop
9132 Bay Ave
North Beach, MD 20714
(410) 286-8041
(really good eclairs)At this point, we head back north along the coast of the bay, and head back inland until we re-join our outbound route for a bit, climb and descend a ridge near Fairhaven Cliffs, and then run back to Deale.
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The Meeting Spot:
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Deale Elementary School
759 Masons Beach Rd
Deale, MD 20751
GPS: https://goo.gl/maps/KhEyACVUMuyq4XsY7
PARKING: On Site+++++++++++++++++++++
The Ride After The Ride:
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Skippers Pier
6158 Drum Point Rd
Deale, MD 20751
(410) 867-7110
GPS: https://goo.gl/maps/rHu6UYDLRoSsws86ASkipper's Pier is a nice dock bar at the end of a point in Deale
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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.
