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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://4142298.xyz/terms/ and NOVA-CBG's "Assumption of Risk Agreement" found @ https://4142298.xyz/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 (4+)
See all- Medium Level: Koffee Klatch Ride: Tatte Bakery - National LandingBluemont Park Tennis Courts, Arlington, VA
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The Ride: Summary
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++++++++++++++++++++- RIDE NAME: The Koffee Klatch Ride ("Social" Pace): Tatte Bakery -- National Landing (aka Crystal City)
- START LOC: Bluemont Park Tennis Parking Area, Manchester & Wilson, Arlington, VA
- START GPS: https://goo.gl/maps/2sMA3jhGSgdS4fJj9
- START PARKING: Tennis Courts Parking lot (restroom available)
- ARRIVAL: 10:00am
- SPEECH: 10:10am
**you must be present for the speech or no ride for you!**
- ROLLING: 10:15am
- LEVEL: Medium(-)
- PACE: 11-13 mph (Social Pace)
- DISTANCE: 17.6 mi
- TERRAIN: Trail / Street / Cyclepath
- Ride with GPS Route: TATTE National Landing V2
Notes:
- This ride is organized very "lean" and may, or may not, have a sweep.
- Pump your tires on the morning of the ride, please.
- It is strongly suggested that you become a NoVA CBG RidewithGPS club member and download the route posted for each "Klatch".
- Loading the route onto your Garmin (or other Nav device) is also acceptable.
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The Ride: Detail
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Welcome to The Koffee Klatch! These rides are based off the Arlington Loop where we will visit different area coffee shops or bakeries for a cup and/or treat if desired but you don't have to drink or even like coffee to participate.The ride is a 17.6 mile medium(-) level ridden at a social pace (11-13 mph). We will ride the Loop clockwise starting from the Bluemont Park Tennis Parking Area, ride up the Bluemont Junction Trail to Ballston to join the "Loop," take the new Long Bridge Connector around the back of the Aquatic Center, and stop for our "Koffee Klatch" at Tatte. Afterwards we will ride back to the Arlington Loop via the Crystal City Connector and head on back to the start via the 4 Mile Run and the W&OD trails.
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The Ride After The Ride:
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This week's Coffee Shop is the Ride WITHIN The Ride!
The new Tatte Bakery -- National Landing located in The Grace Reva, Crystal City
269 19th Ct South, Suite 65, Arlington, VA 22202+++++++++++++++++++++
Ride Level Chart
+++++++++++++++++++++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:
+++++++++++++++++++++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://4142298.xyz/terms/
- NOVA-CBG's "Assumption of Risk Agreement" found @ https://4142298.xyz/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.
- Beginner(+) Level: Harbor Holidays Ride: Tree, Fireworks, & Boat Parade (Oh My!)Washington Sailing Marina, Alexandria, VA
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IMPORTANT:
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CBG needs to be at National Harbor prior to 5:30pm.- @ 5:30pm: National Harbor Tree Light Show
(this is outside) - @ 5:45pm: Fireworks Immediately Following Tree Light Show
(this is outside)
https://www.nationalharbor.com/holidays-at-national-harbor/ - @ 5:30pm: Alexandria Holiday Boat Parade of Lights starts @ 5:30pm.
(we should be able to see some of this from the Woodrow Wilson Bridge on our way home).
https://visitalexandria.com/holidays/boat-parade/ - Your One Thermos should have your hydration.
- Your OTHER Thermos should have a hot drink of your choice.
- Fun, Festive, Battery Powered Lights on your bicycles are strongly suggested. The more lights the better to be seen with at night.
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The Ride: Summary
(Must Read)
+++++++++++++++++++++- RIDE NAME: Harbor Holidays Ride: Tree, Fireworks, & Boat Parade (Oh My!)
- START LOC: Washington Sailing Marina
- START GPS: https://goo.gl/maps/uGpBoTzjAS8aNDuf8
- START PARKING: Main parking lot by the restrooms.
- ARRIVAL: 4:00pm (please be on time)
- SPEECH: 4:15pm
- ROLLING: As soon as the speech is done.
- SUNSET: 4:49pm
- LEVEL: Beginner(+) Night Ride
- DISTANCE: 10 miles
- PACE: 12-14 mph (casual pace)
- TERRAIN: Trail / Street / Bike Lane
- RIDEWITHGPS ROUTE:
TBD
NOTE:
- Dress in layers for the weather
- 100 Lumen (or Greater) Front Light (Read all about them here: https://4142298.xyz/novacbg/events/273787949)
- Red Tail Light
- Verify they all have a fresh charge
- We will keep our bikes with us at National Harbor (or they will be watched). NO Bike locks needed.
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The Ride : Detail
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For your pleasure NoVA CBG presents .... the Harbor Holidays Ride.We have gone over to see the tree in years past, but new this year is the light show the tree puts on. And since it is a Saturday night we will be there for the fireworks as well. All of this is outside so dressing appropriately for RIDING THERE, as well as STANDING THERE is very important.
NIGHTLY TREE LIGHT SHOW: SHOW RUNS EVERY HALF HOUR FROM SUNSET TO 9PM
- Watch the 60-foot RGB tree come to life nightly.
- The breathtaking light show dances alongside a holiday medley recorded by the United States Air Force Band.
SATURDAY NIGHT FESTIVE FIREWORKS
- On Saturday nights from November 11 - December 30 at 5:30pm there is a spectacular fireworks display following the tree lighting show.
- https://www.nationalharbor.com/holidays-at-national-harbor/
Alexandria Holiday Boat Parade of Lights on Saturday, Dec. 7th, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. when more than 50 brightly lit boats cruise along one mile of the Potomac River shoreline from Canal Center to Ford’s Landing Park.
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The Meeting Spot:
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Washington Sailing Marina
1 Marina Dr.
Alexandria, VA
GPS: https://goo.gl/maps/uGpBoTzjAS8aNDuf8
Parking: You can park in the main lot by the restrooms+++++++++++++++++++++
The Ride After The Ride:
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NONE YET+++++++++++++++++++++
Ride Level Chart
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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://4142298.xyz/terms/
- NOVA-CBG's "Assumption of Risk Agreement" found @ https://4142298.xyz/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.
- @ 5:30pm: National Harbor Tree Light Show
- Medium(-) Level: CBG's O' Christmas Tree RideCrystal City Parking, Arlington, VA
This ride is on a Saturday night this year as to not overlap with other holiday festivities that might be going on Sunday.
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IMPORTANT:
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- Your OTHER Thermos should have a hot drink of your choice.
- Captain Cookie (https://captaincookiedc.com) and various treats will be handed out in the parking garage prior to the ride courtesy of CBG so you can bring them with you and enjoy with your hot beverage at the City Center Tree.
- Fun, Festive, Battery Powered Lights on your bicycles are strongly suggested. The more lights the better to be seen with at night (IT'S FUN!)
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The Ride: Summary
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+++++++++++++++++++++- RIDE NAME: CBG After Dark - O' Christmas Tree Ride
- START LOC: 2231 Crystal Dr. Arlington, VA 22202
(Inside Crystal City Shops Parking Garage - Right next to Starbucks) - START PARKING PIC:
https://nationallanding.org/parking/2231-crystal-drive - START GPS: https://goo.gl/maps/VZcSm1gjjMtXB7WW6
- START PARKING: Free after 4pm and Weekends/Holidays
- ARRIVAL: 4:30pm (please be on time)
- SPEECH: 4:45pm
- ROLLING: 5:00pm (don't get left behind)
- SUNSET: 4:47pm
- LEVEL: Medium(-) Night Ride
- DISTANCE: 12 miles
- PACE: 12-14 mph (casual pace)
- TERRAIN: Trail / Street / Bike Lane
- RIDEWITHGPS ROUTE:
CBG_O_CHRISTMAS_TREE_2024
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/44999400
NOTE:
- Dress in layers for the weather
- 100 Lumen (or Greater) Front Light (Read all about them here: https://4142298.xyz/novacbg/events/273787949)
- Red Tail Light
- Verify they all have a fresh charge
- Fun, Festive, Battery Powered Lights on your bicycles are strongly suggested. The more lights the better to be seen with at night
- We will watch the bikes at all the Christmas Trees (No Bike Locks Required).
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The Ride : Detail
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For your pleasure NoVA CBG presents .... our annual O Christmas Tree ride.This ride is on a Saturday night this year as to not overlap with other holiday festivities that might be going on Sunday.
We are off to visit four (4) Christmas trees:
- Capitol Christmas Tree (U.S. Capitol)
- The Canadian Embassy Tree
- The Park at CityCenter Tree
- National Christmas Tree (White House)
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The Meeting Spot:
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Crystal City Shops Parking
2231 Crystal Dr.
Arlington, VA 22202
(Parking Garage right next to Starbucks)
GPS: https://goo.gl/maps/VZcSm1gjjMtXB7WW6
PARKING PICTURE: https://nationallanding.org/parking/2231-crystal-drive- Weekends/Holidays - Free.
- Please give yourself extra time to find parking and be at the meetup on time.
- https://ctycms.com/crystal-city-shops/docs/ccs_directions_parking_02b.pdf
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The Ride After The Ride:
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NONE YET+++++++++++++++++++++
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://4142298.xyz/terms/
- NOVA-CBG's "Assumption of Risk Agreement" found @ https://4142298.xyz/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.
