About us
NoVA CBG About Page
NoVA CBG Facebook Page (https://www.facebook.com/NOVACBG)
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
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![[FYI - NON CBG] Sea Gull Century 2026](https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/3/b/d/a/highres_515115322.jpeg)
[FYI - NON CBG] Sea Gull Century 2026
Sea Gull Century, 1101 Camden Ave, Salisbury, MD, US+++++++++++++++++++++
The Ride: Summary
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[FYI] SEA GULL CENTURY 2026
https://seagullcentury.org/Registration:
https://seagullcentury.org/registration/This is an informational post only. This post is so folks that ARE doing the ride can RSVP and communicate with each other in the comments section via this page.
NoVA CBG is not doing this ride as an event so any "meeting" times or stuff like that are to be discussed among yourselves.
Have fun everyone.
Gary
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The Ride: Detail
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Official Website :
https://seagullcentury.org/Registration Website :
https://seagullcentury.org/registration/+++++++++++++++++++++
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.
1 attendee![[CBG Supporter] Handy Bikes: Locally Owned Bicycle Shop - Alexandria](https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/3/c/e/9/highres_505755593.jpeg)
[CBG Supporter] Handy Bikes: Locally Owned Bicycle Shop - Alexandria
Handy Bikes Full Service Bicycle Shop, 3800 Wheeler Ave, Alexandria, VA, US+++++++++++++++++++++
Handy Bikes: Summary
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Handy Bikes
https://www.handybikesdc.com/Handy Bikes is located at:
3800 Wheeler Ave
Alexandria, VA 22304
(703) 598-7795Monday through Friday: 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday: 12:00pm - 4:00pm+++++++++++++++++++++
Handy Bikes: Detail
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Peter Buck - Peter is the owner of Handy Bikes and is former Navy. Our Ryan F. bought her bike from them and said "Hey Gary, you should go talk to them"... so I did. CBG has sent a few folks their way and the "report back" was that they were very helpful, reasonably priced, and stood by their work. They are my (Gary) new go to bike shop and should be yours as well.One of the conversations I had with them was how women cyclists are usually treated when they go into a bike shop and they knew this already. They focus on being very helpful, knowledgeable, and explaining whatever needs to be explained so everyone walks away satisfied.
So, if you are looking for a locally owned bike shop I would recommend Handy Bikes. When you go in, remember to say "Hey CBG told me about you guys" and they will fix you right up.
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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.
1 attendee![[CBG Supporter] Alexandria Massage Therapy (AMT): Massage Deal for Cyclists](https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/4/0/3/f/highres_504496447.jpeg)
[CBG Supporter] Alexandria Massage Therapy (AMT): Massage Deal for Cyclists
Alexandria Massage Therapy, 108 N Alfred St Suite 300, Alexandria, VA, USI am happy to say that a number of us CBG'ers have taken advantage of Maggie's services with absolute rave reviews.
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Alexandria Massage Therapy: Summary
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Maggie Kreigh
Alexandria Massage Therapy
108 North Alfred Street, Suite 300,
Alexandria, VA 22314
703.548.0310
https://www.alexandriamassagetherapy.comMassage Deal for Cyclists
- Get a free 15 min upgrade on a 60 minute massage when you book with Alexandria Massage Therapy. Use the VIP code: CYCLESMART (and remember, you can submit massage money spent to your Flexible Spending Account (FSA)).
- To use the VIP code please book a 75 minute appointment and enjoy the 60 minute price (see picture link below on how to search for a 75 minute massage opening with Maggie). Put in the code at checkout.
- https://www.meetup.com/novacbg/photos/28954923/519839753/
Look for Maggie at the link below to read about her.
https://www.alexandriamassagetherapy.com/therapists/therapists-providers.html+++++++++++++++++++++
Massage Therapy: Detail
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Official Website :
https://www.alexandriamassagetherapy.com/About: Maggie Kreigh - Maggie has been Gary's Massage Therapist for the last 9 years and with Alexandria Massage Therapy since 2003. A former Physical Therapist, Maggie's massage style is a collaboration of different techniques to achieve the client's athletic goals as well as offering information on various self-care topics such as exercises, body mechanics, pain management, workplace ergonomics, travel tips, sleeping positions, etc. Maggie is a "knot whisperer" and can find those cramp-y areas and get them to release just in time for your next big cycling adventure. Maggie has heard me tell many a CBG story so she's an honorary CBG member (ha).
Maggie is available: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday
Look for Maggie at the link below to read about her.
https://www.alexandriamassagetherapy.com/therapists/therapists-providers.htmlMaggie Kreigh
Alexandria Massage Therapy
108 North Alfred Street, Suite 300,
Alexandria, VA 22314
703.548.0310+++++++++++++++++++++
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.
1 attendee![[CBG Supporter] Bike Fit By Smiley: Custom Bike Fit - Kensington MD](https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/7/c/a/7/highres_527491911.jpeg)
[CBG Supporter] Bike Fit By Smiley: Custom Bike Fit - Kensington MD
Alexandria Massage Therapy, 108 N Alfred St Suite 300, Alexandria, VA, USI am happy to say that a number of us CBG'ers have taken advantage of Smiley's services with absolute rave reviews.
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Bike Fit By Smiley: Summary
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Bike Fit By Smiley
Official Website : https://bikefitbysmiley.com/
Pricing: https://bikefitbysmiley.com/services-pricing.html
Smiley el-Abd: info@bikefitbysmiley.com+++++++++++++++++++++
Bike Fit By Smiley: Detail
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About: Smiley el-Abd - I (Gary) was told about Smiley from other CBG cyclists that had used him for their fitting, and boy does he know his stuff.He's been bike fitting for more than 20 years and I can honestly say that once he was done 'dialing' me in on my road bike I gained at least 3 miles per hour, I was straighter on my bike (feet, legs, using the correct muscles, etc..), and my butt hurt less than it ever had in the past.
The bike fitting is not inexpensive, but if you have spent money on a spendy bicycle and/or you'll ride more than 30 miles on average with the bike you have, a fitting is 100% worth the money.
Check out his webpage for all his information as well as pricing and anything else you would want to know about him.
Smiley has been featured in the Washington Post Sunday Magazine!
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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.
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Past events
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