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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://www.meetup.com/terms/ and NOVA-CBG's "Assumption of Risk Agreement" found @ https://www.meetup.com/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 Recon: Koffee Klatch Summer Solstice Ride : Amor Café Sully Station5301 Walney Rd, Chantilly, VA
-->>> Note the different than usual starting point.
This ride has short well packed gravel sections. You might not want to use 23 or 25 mm road bike tires.
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The Ride: Summary
(Must Read)
++++++++++++++++++++- RIDE NAME: The Koffee Klatch Summer Solstice Ride - Amor Café & Pastry, Sully Station
- START LOC: Ellanor C Lawrence Park/Woodlands Stewardship Center, 5301 Walney Rd, Chantilly, VA 20151
- START GPS: https://maps.app.goo.gl/8DFBGfSaCN6GrKQk6
- START PARKING: At the Center's gravel parking lot
- ARRIVAL: 11:00am
- SPEECH: 11:10am
**you must be present for the speech or no ride for you!** - ROLLING: 11:15am
- LEVEL: Medium
- PACE: 11-13 mph (a "social" pace)
- DISTANCE: 22.6 miles
- TERRAIN: Trail / Street / Cyclepath
- Ride With GPS Route:
- CBG_KOFFEEK_AMOR_2025
- https://ridewithgps.com/routes/51299550
Notes:
- This is part of my Summer Solstice Longest Day Sunrise to Sunset attempt
- 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 normally based off the Arlington Loop, but this week we will go out West to Centerville and do a 22.6 mile medium level ridden at a social pace (11-13 mph). We will ride the I-66 Parallel Trail to Fair Lakes and over to the Rocky Run Stream Valley Trail. There are two gravel sections between the Fairfax County Parkway and Ellanor C Parker. After coffee we will ride through Sully Station and sample some trails of the Cub Run Valley Stream system.You are not required to drink or even like coffee.
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The Meeting Spot:
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We will meet at the the gravel parking lot of the Ellanor C Lawrence Park/Woodlands Stewardship Center. Do not park in front of the lake across the street. https://maps.app.goo.gl/8DFBGfSaCN6GrKQk6+++++++++++++++++++++
The Ride After The Ride:
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This week's Amor Café & Pastry Shop is the Ride WITHIN The Ride!
5107 Westfields Blvd
Centreville, VA 20120
Located in Sully Station Shopping Center (at about mile 10.8 of the ride).+++++++++++++++++++++
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:
+++++++++++++++++++++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://www.meetup.com/terms/
- NOVA-CBG's "Assumption of Risk Agreement" found @ https://www.meetup.com/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.
. - Medium Level: The Casual BBQ Ride (Carolina Brothers Pit BBQ)Vienna Elementary School, Vienna, VA
Carolina Brothers Pit Barbeque OPENS @ 11:00am
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The Ride: Summary
(Must Read)
+++++++++++++++++++++- RIDE NAME: The Casual BBQ Ride (Carolina Brothers Pit BBQ)
- START LOC: Vienna Elementary School
- START GPS: https://goo.gl/maps/mzLnMCsePWqCNHYD6
- START PARKING PIC: https://bit.ly/Vienna_Elementary_Parking
- ARRIVAL: 9:30am
- SPEECH: 9:45am
- ROLLING: 10:00am
- LEVEL: Medium Level
- DISTANCE: 33 miles (total)
- PACE: 13 - 15+ mph
- TERRAIN: Paved Trail (W&OD)
- RIDEWITHGPS ROUTE:
CBG_CASUAL_BBQ_33_2025
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/51021704
TIMINGS (approximates):
- Rolling @ 10:00am
- 16.5 miles later: Carolina Brothers @ 11:15am
- Carolina Brothers Pit Barbeque OPENS @ 11:00am
- Head Back @ 11:45am (whenever done eating)
- 16.5 miles later: Back in Vienna @ 1:00pm
NOTES:
- If you're super fast and get there early, just wait for Carolina Brothers to open.
- Pump your tires on the morning of the ride, please.
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The Ride : Detail
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For your cycling pleasure NoVA CBG presents: The Casual BBQ Ride (Carolina Brothers Pit BBQ).This is the medium level version (33 miles, 13-15+ mph Pace).
Sure, it's the W&OD, our old trusted friend. Let's go enjoy the yumminess of Carolina Brothers Pit BBQ. A nice medium level ride to build up your appetite.
At the same time we will be aware of, and kind to families and hikers on the trail.
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The Meeting Spot:
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Vienna Elementary School
128 Center St S
Vienna, VA 22180
GPS: https://goo.gl/maps/mzLnMCsePWqCNHYD6
PARKING PIC: https://bit.ly/Vienna_Elementary_ParkingSecondary Parking (right next door):
Vienna Community Center
120 Cherry St SE
Vienna, VA 22180
GPS: https://goo.gl/maps/WVR32XjvLXThcn7e6OR anywhere in the neighborhood, plenty of alternative parking.
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The Ride After The Ride:
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No Ride after the Ride, Carolina Brothers Pit BBQ DURING the ride.
Carolina Brothers Pit Barbeque
20702 Ashburn Rd, Ashburn, VA 20147
https://carolinabrothers.com/
OPENS AT 11:00AM+++++++++++++++++++++
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://www.meetup.com/terms/
- NOVA-CBG's "Assumption of Risk Agreement" found @ https://www.meetup.com/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.
- Medium Level: Casual Brunch Group - The Peacock Cafe (Georgetown)Shirlington Library, Arlington, VA
Casual Brunch Group (CBG, get it?): A series of weekend rides with brunch as a feature. Some rides will be beginner rides (shorter), some will be medium (longer), all will be Casual pace. Bring a bike lock.
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The Ride: Summary
(Must Read)
+++++++++++++++++++++- RIDE NAME: Casual Brunch Group - The Peacock Cafe (Georgetown)
- START LOC: Shirlington Library
- START GPS: https://goo.gl/maps/y1K7iBorEgsTWBpaA
- START PARKING: Any Parking Garage
- ARRIVAL: 9:00am
- SPEECH: 9:15am
- ROLLING: 9:30am
- LEVEL: Medium Level (distance)
- PACE: ~12+mph
- DISTANCE: 16+ miles
- TERRAIN: trail, local streets
- RIDEWITHGPS ROUTE:
CBG_BRUNCH_PEACOCK_CAFE_2024
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47928242
NOTES:
- Bring a spare tube.
- Bring water: its HOT
- Bring a bike lock.
- Brunch in the middle of the ride: The Peacock Cafe
- 3251 Prospect St NW, Washington, DC 20007
- https://www.peacockcafe.com/brunch/
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The Ride: Detail
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Let's have brunch at The Peacock Cafe. Ride is fairly flat. We leave Shirlington and ride on four mile trail, then north on the Mount Vernon Trail, across the Francis Scott Key Bridge to Georgetown and a few blocks away is our destination, where we will enjoy a leisurely brunch. Then, reverse our journey back to Shirlington (about 3 hours total).
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The Meeting Spot:
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Shirlington Library
4200 Campbell Ave
Arlington, VA 22206
GPS: https://goo.gl/maps/y1K7iBorEgsTWBpaA
We will meet in front of the Shirlington Library by the fountains.+++++++++++++++++++++
Brunch
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The Peacock Cafe
3251 Prospect St NW, Washington, DC 20007
Washington, DC 20007
202-625-2740
MENU: https://www.peacockcafe.com/brunch/#+++++++++++++++++++++
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://www.meetup.com/terms/
- NOVA-CBG's "Assumption of Risk Agreement" found @ https://www.meetup.com/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.
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