About us
Fitness Central Cycling Club is a group of cyclists, of all abilities, that want to promote safe and fun cycling in the northwestern Lehigh Valley. Our group rides include road, mountain, gravel, and adventure routes—along with other community events.
Our goal is to get more butts on bikes and spread the joy of cycling without judgement. Please review our ride schedule and join a ride that best suits your interest and ability. Happy riding!
Upcoming events
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FC Thur Java Ride
The Valley Preferred Cycling Center, 1151 Mosser Road, Breinigsville, PA, USRoute: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/51431085
This ride starts on the Veladrome parking lot.
The ride route are the "flats" out to Kutztown College and typically repeats each week because of time constraints of riders having to return to a work schedule. Ride leader has permission to call an audible on a reverse route. Time and miles are the same, hills become different.
The ride will include a stop for coffee at the Market Café in Topton. Mmmmm... coffee & maybe Biscotti.
-14-16 mph overall average. Ride speed typically 15 - 20 mph
Participants may prefer a road bike, helmet required, and don't forget water, spare tube and a friendly attitude.
Weather related cancelations are typically posted not later than 6:00-6:15 am the day of the ride.
RSVP'S are not required but appreciated.1 attendee
SAVE THE DATE - Franken Fat Ride - Gravel - C Pace
Deily Coal Yard, Catasauqua, PA 18032, USA, Catasauqua, PA, USSAVE THE DATE - UPDATED WITH ROUTE AND LOCATION
Franken Fat Ride
12-14 mph overall average (C Pace)Here is the route:
Franken Fat 40 2026 · Ride with GPSBring your Franken-Fat bike or Skinny-Skeleton bike. As long as your bike is capable of handling gravel trails. (Best suited for tires with some traction)
10am start - Deily Coal Yard Parking Lot, 2 Union Street, Catasaqua, PA
We’ll average about 12-14 mph overall, so this is best suited for an intermediate rider.
Halloween Costume is optional :)
Ride will be capped at 25 people, which includes the ride leaders.
AFTER THE RIDE we plan to go to Taylor House Brewing in Catasauqua, PA for food and refreshments.
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Franken Fat 40 2026 · Ride with GPS8 attendees
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