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Central Bucks Bicycle Club

January 21, 2013 By

The Central Bucks Bicycle Club (CBBC) is dedicated to the encouragement of all aspects of bicycling.

The mission of the Club is to sponsor and support recreational cycling activities; to encourage bicycling as a lifelong activity, as a beneficial form of exercise, as a method of transportation, and as a sport; and to promote equal road rights and safe bicycling practices.

With more than 500 member families, CBBC conducts group rides in Bucks County and surrounding areas virtually every day of the year. Group rides are available for riders of every age and ability for both road and off-road bikes.

Whether you’re a novice interested in a slower ride on flat terrain, an expert looking for a quad-burning hilly century, a mountain bike rider searching for your next off-road adventure, or something in between, CBBC has a ride for you!

In addition to regular group rides, members can take advantage of special rides throughout the year, including their Summer Tailgate Party Ride, Anniversary Party Ride, annual “No Name” Century Picnic Ride and more.

Good times and camaraderie extend beyond the bike too, with their Holiday Party, Annual Banquet and other events, including educational programs.

CBBC gives back to the community through their ongoing “Adopt a Highway” program, their holiday Charity Gift program, and their Grant Program, through which CBBC provides grants to area organizations whose activities support our mission.

CBBC may be best known for their annual Covered Bridges Bicycle Ride, which draws upwards of 2,000 people each year for a fall foliage ride through beautiful Bucks County – complete with catered rest stops, SAG (Support And Gear) support, and a hearty, hot lunch at the finish.

For more information and to become a member, visit www.cbbikeclub.org.

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Colonial Classic Cycle

May 29, 2012 By

Upper Makefield’s Cycling Fundraiser will take place Sunday morning, June 3d 2012 from the lower Crossing Park in PA. This fundraiser is for the volunteer Upper Makefield Fire Company and the Police Benevolent Association.

What: One of three fun rides on the roads or canal path of beautiful Bucks County, PA. The 28-mile Advanced Road Ride will be quite hilly and return from Pidcock Creek Road. The Intermediate Road Ride will encompass 20 miles and return from Street and Buckmanville Roads. Riders on the Canal Path Ride can choose whatever distance they desire from the Park to just below New Hope at the parking lot at the old Odette’s Restaurant and return. Canal Riders should not enter the streets of New Hope.

When: Sunday, June 3rd with the Advanced Road Ride leaving at 8:00am. The Intermediate Ride will leave at 8:15 and the Canal Ride at 8:30am. Riders should be ready to depart 15 minutes before their allotted start times. Rain date is Sunday, June 17th.

Where: Start at Washington Crossing State Park on River Road and one block south of Rt. 532. Riders should park cars on the designated grass area just east of River Road across from the Post Office. Riders should check in at the Sign In Tables on the north side of the grassy area to sign the necessary waivers and obtain a wrist band. Each rider will receive a free T-Shirt commemorating the event.

Registration: Must be completed in advance online at www.colonialclassiccycle.org and will be limited to the first 120 riders. Fees are $30 per rider. Parents with their children will pay for two registrations (one adult and one child or two adults) with no charge for additional family members. The additional children can be registered on the day of the event. Must be at least 16 years of age to participate in the Road Rides. All children must be accompanied by an adult for the Canal Path Ride.

Free food and drinks for participants will be provided following the ride.

The rides are expected to last approximately two hours. Safety personnel will be on the road course and emergency personnel will also be available. A bicycle safety presentation is planned following the rides.

Interested sponsors or donors should contact Officer Harry Vitello at (215) 968-3020.

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Univest Grand Prix returns for 14th year

August 30, 2011 By

The Univest Grand Prix is bringing the excitement of professional cycling and a weekend community celebration back to the streets of Doylestown and Souderton on September 17th and 18th.

The race, now in its 14th year, has been newly awarded the highest national ranking by USA Cycling because of its challenging racecourse and technical excellence.  This year’s event unveils a new racecourse on Saturday designed with challenging climbs for the cyclists and an improved spectator experience.

The development of the racecourse and overall event has earned the Univest Grand Prix national recognition as the top men’s race (1.HC) on the National Racing Calendar (NRC).  In addition to this top spot, the road race in Souderton is classified by the world bicycle racings governing body as a UCI 1.2 race. The Univest Grand Prix is the only men’s race to hold dual-classifications in the country.

The new course for the Univest Grand Prix includes 12 laps of a 6.5-mile (10.4 km) circuit, followed by five laps of a 4.5-mile (7 km) finishing loop.  Only the strongest athlete will be in a position to cross the finish line as a champion after racing 100 miles (160 km) and climbing 34 hills.  The change to a challenging, three-leaf clover circuit means finish line area spectators will see the field more than 50 times.

On Sunday, September 18th, racers take to the streets in the popular Univest Grand Prix Doylestown Criterium, held in conjunction with the annual Arts Festival.  Both days, spectators can enjoy a family festival, expo, and kid’s races.

The Univest Cyclosportif will capture the spirit of the race by taking cycling enthusiasts of all ages through the picturesque countryside that has made the race one of most popular rides in the region.  Participants will enjoy pro-level technical support and a chip timing system, which will record two challenging sections of the course and give them a combined ranking.

Pre-registration for the ride is available online at www.bikereg.com through Friday, September 9th.  Pre-registered riders receive an official Univest Cyclosportif T-shirt in addition to the post-ride meal available to all participants. Proceeds from the $65 entry fee ($75 on the day of the event) benefit the Penn Foundation, a Sellersville, Pennsylvania-based non-profit organization that provides behavioral healthcare to 10,000 individuals each year.

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Terri Foley to cycle eight days in eight states for MS

August 30, 2011 By
Terri Foley

Terri Foley, a 16-year resident of Langhorne will join the Great 8 Foundation and 14 other cyclists from the East Coast to raise awareness and donations for Multiple Sclerosis.

The Second Annual Great 8-8 State Tour will begin in Boston, MA on October 10th and end in our capital Washington, D.C. on October 17th.  Terri and her fellow cyclists will ride approximately 540 miles through eight states.  The ride will coordinate with volunteer support from each of the local MS Society Chapters as they pass through their territories.

Cyclists from four MS chapters will participate with all donations being distributed to each rider’s local chapter.  The Delaware Valley chapter has six riders this year, including Terri.  Last year 10 riders raised over $116,000 for MS.  The goal this year with 15 riders is $200,000.

The ride mission is to keep MS in America’s mind for eight days, for people living with MS to see that they “can do it,” for people who are caring for people with MS to be reminded why “it’s worth it,” and to let all others understand why it’s so important to end MS today.

Terri, who has been cycling since 2007, says, “My first MS ride was the MS 150 City to Shore where I raised $350 and rode 75 miles. Last year I raised over $1,600 and cycled 150 miles in the two-day event for MS. I must admit that this tour is a huge challenge and a bit scary to be on a bike for eight straight days cycling as many as 80 miles per day, but I am committed to a successful tour and fundraising.”

If you would like to contribute to MS on behalf of Terri’s MS ride, you can do so online at www.msgreat8.org.  Click on 2011 Riders, select Terri Foley, and donate!

Checks payable to National MS Society can be mailed to Terri Foley, 230 S. State Street, Newtown, PA 18940.

PHOTO CAP: Terri Foley

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Charity bike ride raises money for two Bucks County organizations

August 2, 2011 By

by June Portnoy

Over 160 cyclists came out to ride and support two community organizations during Cycle Bucks County on Saturday, June 25th.  This first-time event was held at New Hope-Solebury High School.  Proceeds benefited the New Hope-Solebury Community Association (CA) and the Tara L. Riedley Foundation, who partnered to organize the fundraiser.  The goals of both foundations are furthering education for residents in the community.  Cycle Bucks County evolved when the CA began searching for a new annual event to replace its former 5K race.  The idea for a cycling event was the brainchild of Roger Riedley of Solebury, a CA Board member.

“I’d been seeing an increasing number of cyclists riding along the roads of New Hope every weekend, all weekend long,” said Roger.  “They come here like locusts and seem to be having fun.”

Roger was aware of Robin Morton, the first female team director for a men’s pro cycling team, because her family resides in Doylestown.  Today, she’s the partner of g4 Productions, a Doylestown-based company that produces pro-cycling events as well as charity rides.  Roger contacted g4 to see if they would help organize a cycling fundraising event, and Robin immediately returned his call.  Apparently, g4 had wanted to develop a big event in Bucks County that would ultimately grow and become an annual event.  And so, Cycle Bucks County was born.  The ride was open to all riders at all levels.  With the help of g4, four scenic routes along the roadways of Bucks County were created.

“Every rider I spoke to said the routes were beautiful,” said Roger.  “Many cyclists who routinely ride through this area told me they had never before ridden along some of these roadways offering such picturesque views.”

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