Leader: Brad Francisco

Members: Steve Koegle, Blake Altman, Matthew Lewandowski, Sue Estes, Zach Peacock, Michael Morris, Brookey Givens, Eric Nielsen, Ken Williams, Samson Samson, Robert Golding, Darin King

Guests: Den? Scanlon, Steve Means, David Schneiter, Karl Bugenhagen,

Route: 48 Mile Picnic ride

Weather: Nice, Low 70's at the start working its way to the low 80's.  A bit humid, but for August this was great!!

AMS: 21 lead group, 20.2 leader

Mechanicals/Mishaps: Flat tire

Report:  A nice day for a ride.  Thank you Linda for allowing us to use your farm for a picnic, you are most generous.  It appeared from the start that the riders wanted to get back for lunch.  The pace was fast for a AA ride.  Some that signed up for the AA ride ended up riding a different class ride, likewise we had riders from the A's with us.  Rob as usual showed us how bicycles should go up hills.  At the rest stop, the advantage of riding fast paid off with our pick of tables to sit at.

Leaving the rest stop, I messed up as a ride leader and I need to apologize to any that were left behind.  I was talking to someone and a large number of the AA riders went by me and announced that they were leaving, and they were!  I saw the back end of the group making the left out of the parking lot.  I grabbed my bike and followed.  I should have made an announcement that the AA's were leaving/had already left.

Rob was with me as we chased down the other riders.  As we got them in our sights, I noticed the greatly diminished group ahead.  We had about nine riders left that I could see.  Eric had ridden to the ride from AA County and was heading directly home., so he wasn't with us.  Samson was riding with Alan.  But still the number didn't add up.

Thanks go to the A ride leader.  Alan helped Michael with some bad luck with a tire/tube.  Michael ended up needing a lift back to the picnic.  Alan made a call to Vivian Peterson (Eric's wife) and received transport for Michael - thank you!

Plenty of delicious food and plenty of drink awaited us back at the picnic, and the group ahead of me wasted no time in getting back and partaking.

Ride leader: Steve Palincsar

Members: Patricia Sanders, Robin Kyle, Toney Rogers, Carlos Young, Jule Thorne, Bob Howell, Sherwood Byers, Jean Dwyer, Ron Altemus, Jerry Finan, Rita Zeitner, Sharon Griffing and Joan Oppel

Guests: Debbie McCall

Weather: Low 70s at the start, mid 80s by the time we, the last arrivals, got back to the picnic in early afternoon

Route: The 48 mile route, with the addition of an extra portolet stop at Bowen's (honestly, for some of us 25 miles to the first bathroom break is more than a "bridge too far") a quick stop at the North Beach Pier (to avoid any lines at the official rest stop -- and who knew, they've renovated the rest rooms, and swapped mens for ladies) and the inclusion of Flint Hill Rd just past Northern HS.  It's my favorite road in the Calvert/AA peninsula, and I was very happy the group followed me there.

I'd made a dozen cue sheets including the short cut that turns the 48 into the 43, and at least one of the riders had the official 43 mi cue sheet rather than the 48, but in the end all did the 48 mile route.

Mishaps & mechanicals: After the break at Bowens and the crossing of Rt 2/4 we broke into two groups, the lead element and those riding with me.  Someone in the lead element had a flat in the section before the 43 mi rejoins the 48 mile route; the lead group stopped and told us to go on as they had things under control.  Also, someone (I didn't catch his name) had a minor spill -- I heard "wheel overlap" but who knows? -- and sustained some scrapes.  Neosporin and band-aids were administered at the rest stop, and the rider finished under his own power.

AMS: 14.0 

Ride report: a nice ride.  As Brad said, many thanks to Linda for letting us use the farm.  As for the rest: while the AAs were racing to get back so they could get firsties at the food, we took our time and were last back for the feast.  There was still feast enough for us when we got back, even out at the BBQ.  In conclusion, a link to some words of wisdom  for the anonymous rider with the cell phone...

Leader:  Alan Canfield

Members:  Chuck Coe, Cy Tandy, Darryl Lowery, Jean Wright, Robert Smith, Lou Dallorso, Brocerick Pascual, Richard Harrington, Jessica Livingston, Brian Dixon

Guests: Tim Cramblit, Steve Wilk

Route: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/5531875

48-mile route from Fresh Meadows in Huntingtown MD 

Weather:   82°F r.h. 80%

AMS:  Group 17.8, Lead 17.3

Mechanicals/Mishaps:  A flat in the AA group at mile 5 required a SAG.  A rider went down at mile 40 but reportedly no major issues.

Report:

After predictions for rain early in the week it ended up being great weather for a bike ride.  Temps in the 80s and rising humidity didn't seem so bad with all the great canopy and tree cover early in the ride.

This was my first visit to Calvert County and it did not disappoint!  Major shout-out to the organizers that mapped out the route. The rolling hills, a couple decent climbs, gorgeous canopy, and scenic views were appreciated.  There something special about turning down an old highway and thinking about the history of the road, while also enjoying low traffic and great scenery.

My first outing as a ride leader also did not disappoint.  We quickly assembled at the ride start.  I attempted to give the AA's some space so we wouldn't get caught up in their pace.  When they stopped after leaving the driveway to sweep up members and we got bunched up, but 2-3 miles up the road there was a natural split in the groups.  I have too many experiences pushing a hard pace early, and fading at the end, so I try to avoid repeating that mistake.

At the 5.5 mile mark we had a rider suffer a flat and peel off the back of the group.  I didn't realize it was a AA rider but that doesn't really matter anyway.  I was relieved to see Samson Samson also pull over to help, thinking we would have a good group to work together and pull back the A's.  Alas, it wasn't to be.  The deep-dish rims needed a longer stem than we had, and the glued patch didn't hold after a quick change.  (I was carrying a spare tube but it was a 48 mm stem.  In the future I will carry 80mm stems.)  Fortunately, Eric Peterson had provided his and his wife's phone numbers, so I called for a SAG.  After a few phone calls to re-vector back onto the route, we had a pick-up.  

Samson and I continued for the remainder of the 43 miles.  Turns out he had the front brake rubbing.  After we stopped to correct it at mile 10, his ride got much easier.  We traded pulls and enjoyed the great roads and scenery.  The store at Holland Point was a highlight and we appreciated the road markings still visible on the route. 

Chuck Coe reported that the main A group had mishap around mile 40, with Jean Wright going down in a some sand in a turn.  She was able to get up and finish the ride, so let's hope she didn't suffer any major injuries.

The Fresh Meadow Farms is a gorgeous venue for the ride start and picnic.  I enjoyed the good food and fellowship at the picnic, especially the tasty grilled pork loin.  Many thanks to the owners for offering their farm, and to the club members that got there early and stayed late to clean up.  

Leader: Holly Carr

Members: Huge turnout.  We had 20 riders in the peleton:  Mike Bivens, Bruce Wright, Larry Peed, David Dupois, Kim Rosefield, Debby Bowman, Phillip Mitchell, Joan Oppel, Vernon Daley, Lisha Peacock, Joel Katz, Steve Perekis, Dave Melville, Jim Hudnall, Norm Lisy, Linda Bankerd, Tom Short, Chantal Briere, Bob Thompson

Guests: Brian Wu, Grant Thorpe

Route: 48 miles

Weather: perfect

AMS: 16.3 hammer to the rest stop; relaxed to 15.7 on the way back

Mechanicals/Mishaps: Leader missed a turn.

Report:  This year I had the honor of leading 20 riders around Calvert County.  We left Linda Fresh Meadows Farm shortly after the A's left and headed down the road.  The train was long, and Ken and Wes Meredith stayed with me, which was wonderful--for my confidence.  I can see why the Yellow Jersey rider in the Tour De France, does not always like to have the Yellow Jersey.  Having so many riders fast and up close is pressure.  At times, I wished we could keep to a single file, and not ride double.  Fortunately, when we noticed a "car back" the riders did pull over to form a single line.  We rode in a group all the way to the rest stop, and as such, having a single line is important--so as not to frustrate the folks in cars.  As we rounded a turn, there was Jim Hudnall, ready with camera to catch our pictures.  Amazing!  How did he get there?  We rode past the bay, and it was beautiful.  Jim treated me to a cup of coffee at the rest stop, and I sat down to savor it and enjoy.  My peleton wanted their lunch, so off they went!  Four of us finished the ride (Jim, Debbie Bowman, Joannie Oppel and I).  The food was truly worth riding back for.  But my favorites are the Donkey and the Zebra.  Linda was a most wonderful host, as always, and told us what it is like to raise a baby Zebra from 5 weeks on.  Zinny imprinted on her and not the other horses.  So, Linda gets followed around by Zinny every place she goes.  Zinny also has toys and will play.  The Donkey was happy to receive pats on his nose.  Linda's labs are gracious hosts; they amble around happily.  I think my Irish Setters would make a real party of it and demand too much food and attention.  So, best they stay home.  It was a wonderful day.

Ride Leaders:  Judy Mutty, Liz Willis

Members: Terry Hillmer, Rosemary Pollard

Guests: Laurie Ellis, Joanne Nichols

Weather: Overcast but in the low 80s

Mishaps and Mechanicals:  None

AMS:  10

It was a very congenial group and a most enjoyable ride. Liz’s sister, Joanne, is getting stronger with each ride – you go girl! Terry, a new member, rode from Ft. Washington to join us and rode with us half-way – until he reached Oxon Hill Rd. and headed back home. This was Laurie’s first time riding with us and we’re encouraging her to get to know us better!

We saw the requisite deer and bunnies and ducks and even a small herd of cattle. Never at a loss for wildlife along Henson Creek!

Ride leader: Jackie and Randy Schoch

Members: Vicki Garlock, Calvin Conyers, and Bev White

Guests: None

Weather: a lovely summer day, high 70s at the start to mid-80's by early afternoon

Route: 

IHRT COMBO – 22.9 MI                                         IHRT COMBO – 22.9 MI  

0.0                   START at Senior Center                                  0.0                   START at Senior Center                     

0.28                 IHRT                                                               0.28                 IHRT

2.91     X         Rt. 225                                                             2.91     X         Rt. 225

3.50     R          Rt. 224                                                             3.50     R          Rt. 224                                                

3.92     L          Rt. 225                                                             3.92     L          Rt. 225

7.98     R          Ripley Rd (3 wooden crosses)                         7.98     R          Ripley Rd (3 wooden crosses)

10.16   R          Poorhouse Road                                               10.16   R          Poorhouse Road

12.19   L          Pisgah Store (REST STOP)                              12.19   L          Pisgah Store (REST STOP)

12.19 X           Rt. 425 onto Bicknell Road                               12.19 X           Rt. 425 onto Bicknell Road

13.82   L          Sweetman Road                                               13.82   L          Sweetman Road

14.72   R          Rt. 224                                                             14.72   R          Rt. 224

18.60   L          Rt. 225                                                             18.60   L          Rt. 225

19.0     R          Rt. 224                                                             19.0     R          Rt. 224

19.4     L          IHRT                                                               19.4     L          IHRT

19.9     X         Rt. 225 Straight on IHRT                                19.9     X         Rt. 225 Straight on IHRT

22.6     R          Mattingly Lane                                               22.6     R          Mattingly Lane

22.7     L          Rt. 210                                                            22.7     L          Rt. 210

22.8     R          Pyre Road                                                       22.7     R          Pyre Road

22.9                 FINISH                                                           22.9                 FINISH

(Parking Area near Senior Center)                                            (Parking Area near Senior Center)

Randy cell 301-437-7161                                                        Randy cell 301-437-7161

AMS: 11 mph

It's very pretty rural ride on country roads with light traffic. There were a lot of words of consternation coming from Calvin as we rode up Mt. Pisgah (Rt. 225) but he made the climb (very easy) with no trouble. Vicki especially enjoyed the route (her first time on these roads). Bev rides extremely well on her crusier bike.  This route looks like a "keeper" for our Friday morning rides until the IHRT construction is completed next spring.

Ride leader: Steve Palincsar

Members: Pat Sanders, Joan Oppel, Bob Howell, Tom Roberson, Calvin Conyers

Weather: simply marvelous: sunny, pleasant low 70s - low 80s

Route: 37 miles, only 790' of elevation gain  http://ridewithgps.com/routes/5391992  The joke, of course, is that the "Gallant Green Variation" is that Gallant Green has been eliminated entirely.  Actually, that's not the only difference from the more usual Malcolm routes to the Moreland Market: this one does the little Horsehead dance at Baden, then at Malcolm goes left on Iowa to Wilkerson and Celestial, but rather than going up Truman Manor and down Gallant Green, cuts off at Young to the Moreland Market.  Another shocker after the break: left instead of right on Woodville, Mt. Pleasant to Malcolm, then left on Poplar Hill to St. Peters Church; and after 2 1/2 miles a diversion through Pinefield on Sprague and Pinewood to cut off some of Cedarville Road.

Mishaps & mechanicals: none

AMS: 13.0-14.1

Calvin was originally going to eliminate the 158' rise on Young by going right on Woodville at the Iowa intersection, but when he got to Mt. Pleasant he felt so good he turned and went back to Malcolm, then repeated Iowa and followed the cue sheet down to Wilkerson and Young.  So, we arrive at the Moreland Market and Calvin's not there.  There were a few anxious moments until Sam reported he was on Young.  So with the bonus miles, Calvin ended up with around 40 miles for the day.  It was certainly a treat to see him on a Brandywine ride again!

Members : Jan & Ron Tucker, Rob Smith, Mike Bivens, Alan Kurzweil, Norm Lisy, Sonja Newman, Larry Peed, Dana Trevas, Darryl Lowery, Richard Harrington, Vernon Daley, Jim Hudnall, Lou D'Alloroso, George C.

Great bike weather, for a fun run of flat and rolling roads. Ride Leader swept the rear with a 16 AVS.

It turned out to be a beautiful evening ride.  We had four riders running the caboose, Lisha Peacock returned to ride with John Choate, Page Martin and I brought up the rear.  We picked up Lou D'allorosa on the return loop, he joined us due to a mishap with some of the A group since some of the A team were on the side enjoying the southern Maryland landscape, while waiting for a sag wagon.