THE CYCLISTS' VOICE IN THE NORTHERN SHENANDOAH VALLEY
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For those of us wage slaves who can't ride during the day, we will be riding from Boyce Elementary School at 6:00 PM for an 18 mile ride for the last 3 weeks in March before flipping to the Food Lion/Shop 'n' Save plaza in Stephens City, VA.
Map of loop: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29519799
It will be dusk at the end of the ride, so please do bring lights for your bicycle.
Park in the lot across from the PO, not in front of the school (further to the west).
Please take the time to examine the loop. It is not for everyone as it is hilly and demanding. Ken Tenney will be leading each week, weather allowing. Will go if not raining or snowing.
Tuesdays - Road Ride - Stephens City, VA
Distance: 34 miles
Elevation Gain: 1300 ft.
Push off time 6:00 PM.
RWGPS: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29526469
In the past, we have tried to structure this ride in different groups. It has been very inconsistent and difficult to execute. The result in 2024 is that there are typically two groups that show regularly: an A+ group that rides 21-23mph, and a B+ group that rides about 17-18mph.
There can be other groups that ride. We ask that if you want to do this ride at less than 17-18mph to please post to the WW Google Group at wheelmen@googlegroups.com Or read postings from there for the same. (As with all things, there is some "critical mass" needed to start a ride group. Please share your intent or desire, as others have the same ideas.)
If you would like to be added to the WW Google Group to receive emails or make postings, please send a note to k_tenney@verizon.net and you will be added. The group is only for WW club members, but you are not added automatically as some club members do not want the automatic subscription.
Push is promptly 6:00 PM (18:00). Note, please look for earlier start times and shorter distances in September.
The ride meanders through two subdivisions and finishes at the Shop&Save parking lot after 34 miles.
Distance: 25.3 miles
Elevation Gain: 1,350 ft.
Start: Ride from White Hall United Methodist Church, 3265 Apple Pie Ridge Rd, Winchester, VA 22603 - Google Maps
RWGPS: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/33179081
Push off time: 6:00 PM
Distance: 17 miles
Elevation Gain: 1000 ft.
Start time: 6pm
RWGPS: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29531183
As mentioned above ride leaders will be available for two differently paced groups - or you can just “ride at your heart's content" with the “A or B Team”. See the calendar for ride leader contacts.
As of April 5, 2022 we will offer to ride with a ride leader at either a 12mph or 15 mph average pace. (Just a quick reminder that we are aiming for an AVERAGE pace - meaning that we will ride at higher or lower pace in sections of the route depending on terrain and traffic). Ride leaders ensure adherence to the pace goal as well as regrouping efforts at pre-determined locations as well as major intersections. Referencing our Ride Category Table these groups would be classified as B (15mph) or C+ (12mph)
These two groups will leave White Post Restoration parking lot approx. 1 minute apart. The first 2 miles (10-15 minutes) will be ridden at a warm-up pace until we reach”Mile Marker 2” where we stop to regroup and ensure everybody is ok with pace etc.
Short stops/regroups follow at (or as needed):
Mile 5 at the intersection of Rocklan Rd and Bowling Green Rd.
Mile 6.5 before we turn onto Rt 661 aka Fairground Rd.
Mile 9.7 after “1st climb”
Mile 13.5 at the Intersection of Red Gate Rd and Nelson Rd
Mile 14.5 Top of Hill in front of entrance to Longwood
Then we will make our way back to White Post to finish after 17.4 miles at the advertised average pace.
Total ride time for 12mph approx. 90 minutes, for 15mph group approx. 75 minutes
“BEGINNERS/CASUAL” Ride
This is also a very good opportunity for anybody how is new to the sport, getting re-acquainted with cycling, getting back after an injury or simply wants to enjoy scenery at a casual pace.
Depending on the group’s needs this ride can be shortened by using several shortcuts (anywhere between 6 and 12 or the full 17 miles).There will be another dedicated ride leader assisting the group in keeping pace and regroup (see above).
Beginner/Casual rides
If you are new to the sport, trying to get re-acquainted after a long hiatus , or simply enjoy a less stressful pace, there is a group ride just for you on Tuesdays in the late afternoon/evening.
Tuesday Casual Group Ride – all WW club members are welcome to join us.
Beginning March 31, 2026, at 6 pm (please be at ride location 10-15 min prior to 6 pm start). Be sure to have a spring checkup for your bike prior to your first ride. We will take a few minutes to talk about the rules of the road before we begin. Helmets and lights/reflectors are required!
Starting Locations:
March 31 thru June: Berryville 7-11 at Kimble Road – 10176 Harry Byrd Hwy Berryville, VA 22611
July thru August: White Post Restoration – 1 Old Car Drive- White Post, VA 22663
September: Berryville 7-11 at Kimble Road – 10176 Harry Byrd Hwy Berryville, VA 22611
Routes:
Our route will initially be a 6-mile loop from Berryville’s 7-11 parking lot (use the link above). Over the course of the season, we have several options for these casual rides. This is a relatively flat and less traveled route. We will progress to an 18–24-mile ride as we get more comfortable with group rides in the beautiful countryside near Winchester. We may break into groups of 6 or so as different riders choose different distances and speeds.
Our average riding pace is 8-10 mph to 12-13 mph. We will stop for rest breaks and regrouping as needed.
Beginning July 7, 2026, we will ride from White Post Restoration in White Post. Please be at ride location 10-15 min prior to 6 pm start. This route has more beautiful scenery to enjoy! Here, too, there are shorter, flatter routes of about 6-9 miles, some gravel options, and longer, hillier routes of about 18-24 miles.
Beginning September 1, 2026, we will return to Berryville and ride at 5:30 pm for safety purposes.
Barbara Weber – ride leader- phone –(978) 390-4330 email- blrweber@gmail.com
Ride starts at 6pm from White Post Restorations - 17.4 mile loop
(same route as the Thursday evening Club Ride)
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29531183
Ride starts at 6pm from the parking area at the Intersection of Route 7 and Kimball Road close to Berryville, VA - 23.3 mile loop
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47152869
Ride starts at 6pm from the Old Shop&Save parking lot in Stephens City - 33.9 mile loop
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29526469
Beginning March 31, 2026 at 6 pm (please be at ride location 10-15 min prior to 6 pm start). Be sure to have a spring checkup for your bike prior to your first ride. We will take a few minutes to talk about the rules of the road before we begin. Helmets and lights/reflectors are required!
March 31 thru end of June: Berryville 7-11 at Kimble Road – 10176 Harry Byrd Hwy Berryville, VA 22611
Beginning July 7, 2026 we will ride from White Post Restoration in White Post. Please be at ride location 10-15 min prior to 6 pm start. This route has more beautiful scenery to enjoy! Here, too, there are shorter, flatter routes of about 6-9 miles, some gravel options, and longer, hillier routes of about 18-24 miles.
Beginning September 1, 2026 we will return to Berryville AND ride at 5:30 pm for safety purposes.
Barbara Weber – ride leader- phone – 978.390.4330 email- blrweber@gmail.com
Ride starts at 6pm from the parking area at the intersection of Route 7 and Kimball Road close to Berryville - 28. mile Lollipop ride
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/51526755
Ride starts at 5:30pm from the parking lot at Boyce Elementary School in Boyce VA
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29519799
