For Road Conditions Information, visit the Road Conditions page in the main menu above.
Special Note
If, when, and how rides are scheduled & conducted is up to the ride leaders. All participants need to respect safety guidelines and suggestions that the leader and Club provide. All participants need to be responsible for their own safety and the safety of others. Anyone uncomfortable with group riding under these circumstances should not participate in Club rides.
Relaxed/conversational pace; regroups often; no drops
B
Moderate (11-13 mph)
Social pace; regroups; no drops
C
Intermediate (13-15 mph)
Mostly moderate to brisk pace; experienced riders; regroups; no drops
D
Fast (15-18 mph)
Higher average on flats; brisk to rigorous pace; leader's option for regroup/no drop
E
Very Fast (19+ mph)
Higher average on flats; very strenuous pace; strong skills and experience; leader's option for regroup/no drop
ROUTE TERRAIN CODES
1
Flat
Mostly flat route
2
Flat/Easy Climbs
Combination of flat & easy grades/hills
3
Moderate
Rolling hills; occasional long or steep grade
4
Challenging Hills
Expect some long or steep difficult grades
5
Extremely Demanding
Many tough climbs
DISTANCE
/MILES
Miles
Forward slash (/) followed by approximate Distance in Miles
For example: A ride coded as C/5/36 is an Intermediate Pace (13-15mph) ride with Extremely Demanding terrain and a ride length of 36 miles. Note: If you are new to our rides, conservatively choose a ride with slower pace range and easier terrain to start, and then adjust as experience and common sense indicate.
Ride Descriptions...
Spin on Sundays:
Spin on Sundays rides will be scheduled every Sunday. Rides are 30 +/- miles, generally at a 13-15 mile pace (but will be at the pace of the group of riders that attend – we may split into groups to accomplish this). Rides will start at 10:00 or 9:30) and take place in the greater Mt Washington Valley. Occasionally, we will take on a more aggressive 40 mile loop. Once per month, we will do a split ride, where a half distance option will be available.
Questions? -email the address provided in the scheduled rides table above.
Valley Ride and Dine 2025:
Invitation to MWV Bike Club Ride and Dine 2025- How to Join!
The Mountain Washington Valley Bicycling Club is hosting its Annual Spring Social on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at Ledge Brewery. The event begins at 5:00 p.m. and extends to 7:00 p.m. Pizza will be provided. All current members and those interested in learning more about the MWV Bike Club are welcome to attend. It's a great chance to connect with friends, meet fellow cyclists, talk to ride leaders, and learn about the upcoming season rides and events. Hope to see you then!
NOTE: You can sign up in person at the MWVBC Spring Meeting on March 26, 2025 OR you can follow the simple 3 step directions below.
It’s happening!!!
The wheels are turning! This year, Ride and Dine will be held on four Mondays from June to September. Don’t forget to join the 2025 email group. We create a new list each season.
We are excited to present the following dates.
Monday, June 16, 2025
Monday, July 21, 2025 (Hosted by Vince Pelote: The annual Portland ride!)
Monday, August 18, 2025 (Annual Bike, Boat & Beach hosted by the Vidlers)
Monday, September 15, 2025
What is Ride and Dine?
Ride and Dine is a great way to enjoy an early evening ride, to welcome new members, to reconnect with friends, and to enjoy a scenic social ride followed by a great meal!
Note: Ride and Dine participants are limited to active Club Members (and their guests, at the discretion of the host). Ride and Dine 2025 will consist of a series of four club rides followed by a meal. The host provides the main course, chooses the ride route, and sets the maximum number of participants. Due to cautions associated with COVID, the number of participants may vary from ride to ride depending on the host space, access to outdoor seating, and personal level of comfort. Please note: Ride and Dine is typically held at riders’ homes. As a courtesy to the hosts, and in recognition of the ongoing need to practice COVID safeguards in the interest of public health, it is expected that all participants be fully vaccinated.
Participants prearrange with the host to bring an item from the following choices:
Appetizers
Salads
Sides
Desserts
Breads
It’s BYOB for everyone!
How long are the rides?
Typically, a Ride and Dine route is approximately 2 hours. Ready to ride at 4:00 p.m. Ride routes, typically, but not necessarily, begin and end at the host’s home or other chosen venue.
Step One:
Please let Cathy and Ellin know via email (Cathy.Konicki@gmail.com, ellinbooras@gmail.com) no later than June 1, 2025 if you would like to be included on the list. Cathy will place you in an email group for the 2025 Ride and Dine list. Once you are on the list, you will be notified about each of the Ride and Dine events
Step Two:
Ellin and Cathy will gather information from the hosts regarding menu, ride route, location for start and finish, and the maximum number of participants
Step Three:
Once you are signed up to the Ride and Dine email list, follow the directions on each of the email notices you receive for each Ride and Dine event you wish to attend. Be sure to indicate if you would like to bring a guest.
Note:
Ride and Dine is very popular, and the rides fill up quickly so watch for those emails from Cathy and Ellin!
Questions? -email the address provided in the scheduled rides table above..
Early Season Warm-up Ride:
Riders will cycle at a relaxed conversational pace with frequent stops and opportunities to socialize. No one will be left behind. Rides will be between 15-22 miles long on mostly flat roads with some easy hills but no steep grades!
This is an opportunity for riders new to the Club to meet others, practice group and safe cycling skills, and get in shape for the season.
All are welcome to participate. Depending on the ride group, miles may be added to the ride length according to participants’ wishes.
After May, these rides will end and Midweek Mellow Rides begin in June and continue throughout the season.
Questions? -email the address provided in the scheduled rides table above.
Jack's Up Tempo Wednesday Ride:
Jack Stefen’s Wednesday rides are high effort rides averaging speeds of 17-20 mph over about 2 hours. Typically, the rides begin at the Mountain Sports Lab parking lot (formerly Stan and Dan Sports). Start location will vary, especially during heavy traffic periods in North Conway. Weather conditions, number of riders, and individual ability are contributing factors in the route selection. Early season start time is mid day with later in the day start time for mid-summer, then reverting to mid-day start times in the fall. The rides are flexible taking the participants’ recommendations into consideration. It is important to check the Events Calendar on the MWV Bicycling Club website for up to date information, including start time, and start location. Additionally, for 2025, Susan Reeves will lead a “B” group ride for a more tame option of the Up Tempo ride.
Questions? -email the address provided in the scheduled rides table above.
Gravel & Pavement Ride:
These rides will be held once a month. Rachel will guide the group through the spectacular beauty of gravel roads throughout the Tamworth, NH area. Plan on using your gravel bike for most of the rides. If the ride is planned for a route with lots of pavement, Rachel will include that in the description posted on the Club Calendar.
Questions? -email the address provided in the scheduled rides table above.
Friday Fun Ride:
The Friday Fun Ride is designed to introduce cyclists to the skills and pleasures of group riding and will be tailored each week to meet the needs of the participants. Rides will be approximately 2 hours in length. They will start off at 10-15 mph and may increase as the group gains experience and is eager to explore longer rides!
Questions? -email the address provided in the scheduled rides table above.
General Ride Information...
Club rides are open to all members and guests who are interested in bicycling. Riders under 18 must provide parental consent. All rides will have ride leaders and some rides will have designated ride sweeps. However, club practice is to not leave anyone behind on any ride, so it is incumbent on each rider to select rides best suited to their ability.
When the weather is not conducive to enjoyable cycling, rides are considered cancelled without notice. If the ride leader decides to cancel in advance of the day of the ride, a notice will usually be posted on the CLUB EVENTS CALENDAR.
Ride Suitability...
To help riders pick rides best suited to their abilities and likes, characteristics for each club ride will be described on the CLUB EVENTS CALENDAR for the specific route of the day:
Courtesy Recommendations...
Rides will start on schedule so riders should be ready to go at the posted start time. Please bring your bike to the ride start point in good working order and with tires properly inflated. Always carry a spare tube, tire levers, a patch kit, a pump or air cartridge, water, snacks and emergency contact information.
Ride Leaders...
Ride Leaders must be club members. It is their responsibility to know the planned route and to ensure that ride details are posted on the CLUB EVENTS CALENDAR before the scheduled ride date. Ride leaders must also ensure that all riders in their group have signed a Release & Waiver Form (including guests), so it is incumbent on them to have forms available as may be needed. Click here for additional Ride Leader responsibilities.
Liability Release...
Anyone is welcome to participate in regularly scheduled club rides. For the protection of the club and the ride leaders, all riders (Club members and non-members) must submit a completed Release & Waiver Form prior to starting any ride. Anyone who routinely participates in any Club rides (more than two times) is required to become a member of the Club.
Ride Sign in Sheet / Liability Release...
All Ride Leaders are required to bring Ride Sign-in sheets to the start of each ride and have all participants in their ride sign the sheet before leaving on the ride. This documents who participated in the ride and acknowledges agreement with the Liability Release/Waiver that is printed on the Sign-in sheet.
