August 1 Sunday

CC * 48 * MD * 9:30 AM * Riley's Lock (RIL) * 50%
Sugarloaf Loop. Scenic tour on well known and beautiful country roads around
Sugarloaf Mountain, moderately hilly. Call leader if weather is doubtful.
Peter Gruber[pmgruber@comcast.net] 301/581-0999.

 

August 7 Saturday

ALL * 25 * DC * 8:30AM * Pierce Mill 
Beach to Creek.  A nice in-town ride with an emphasis on natural scenery. We’ll ride up Beach Drive, through some nice neighborhoods with some long hills, and down Sligo Creek Parkway. This ride invites ALL pace levels, in the hope that everyone will find someone to ride with. The ride leader’s pace is C or CC; cue sheets, maps, and a growing cadre of regulars will help those who are faster or slower. There will be no sweep. We’ll stop at the Takoma Park Co-Op for a quick bite. [In Rock Creek Park at the corner of Park Road/Tilden & Rock Creek Parkway; meet at the north parking lot.] 
Barbara McCann (202) 234-2059

CC* 48/58 * MD * 8:30 AM Poolesville HS (POO)
Another Poolesville Ride. I'm not feeling too creative, so I'm doing the same ride as I did in July using the cue sheets from the century training rides. Hopefully most of the gravel will be gone from Slate Quarry Road by now! 
Pat Persson [bizilady2000@yahoo.com] 301/675-9343.

 

August 8 Sunday

CC * 40 * MD * 8:30 AM * Piney Orchard SC
Lunch at City Dock.  From Odenton we will find the WB&A trail at Severna Park, then to Annapolis with stop at Jonas Green Waterfront Park.  Then we cross Severna River for lunch at Market Square, City Dock.  See spectacular view of Chesapeake Bay and sailboats.  Hobnob with rich and famous at Ego-Alley.  Observe two draw bridges, ride on three separate bike trails.  We loop back through Crownsville with stop at Caribou Coffee.  Be prepared for much traffic and congestion around Annapolis.  All roads and trails paved.  [Directions: From Beltway 495 take I-295 (BW Parkway) North, Right on 198, then take 32 East to Odenton.  Right on 175, Right on 170 (Piney Orchard Parkway.)  Go 1.6 miles, SC on left. Alternate directions: from US 50 East, left on 424 (Davidsonville Rd.)  Becomes Conway.  Right on Patauxent, becomes Piney Orchard Parkway.  SC is on right.]  
Jerry Collins 301/641-3415.

CC(H) * 42 * MD * 9:30 AM * Laytons Village Shopping Center (LAV) 
Laytonsville to Lisbon. Enjoy a scenic 42 mile ride from Laytonsville to Lisbon and back without the Hipsley Mill Road hills. There is one rest stop at mile 16. Please call on the day of the ride if the weather is doubtful. I will not ride if it is raining.
Alison Andrews 301/208-0515. 

 

August 14 Saturday

C/CC * 37/44 * MD * 10:30 AM * Leonardstown MS   
Piney Point Pilgrimage (PPP!)  Near the Bay we tour mainly flat, less-traveled countryside of St. Mary’s Co. ISO: Piney Pt Lighthouse and beach (1^st lighthouse on Potomac you can tour); an offshore breeze as we cross onto St. George Island; a local marina and merchant seamanship school; and break/lunch at Evan’s seafood restaurant with dock overlooking St. George’s inlet at halfway point.  Bring bike lock and plenty of agua.  (Directions: Meet at Leonardstown MS on Point Lookout Rd at intersection of Rt.5 & Rt.244 two miles south of downtown Leonardstown.  From DC Beltway, take Exit 7-A (MD 5, Branch Av S).  After more than 10 miles, as you cross in Charles County, turn left onto MD 5 bypass of Waldorf (Mattawoman Beantown Road).  Avoid going into downtown Waldorf.  Take the bypass route for 3 miles. Bear right to stay on bypass as it merges with Popular Hill Rd.  After 0.3 miles turn Left to continue on MD 5 south at traffic light toward Lexington Park/Leonardstown.  Stay on MD 5 south for 17 miles, then stay alert for signs to remain on MD 5 south at split for MD 235 & MD 5.   At split turn RIGHT to continue on MD 5 and proceed for more than 13 miles past downtown Leonardstown.  Turn RIGHT at traffic light from MD 5 south onto Rt. 244, then make first immediate left into school parking lot.)  
Greg Westernik [Westernik@earthlink.net]  703-866-4098.

 

August 15 Sunday

CC(H) * 43 * MD * 10:00 AM * Laytons Village SC (LAV)
Hilly, Three County Ride.  This is a hilly and scenic ride through Montgomery, Howard and Carroll Counties.  I am sure it will be hot, and probably a humid mid-August day, but I hope you'll join me in this late starting ride.  There will be several shorter options which exclude the hilly parts on Long Corner Road.  Ride leader will ride a true CC pace.  Call leader if weather is doubtful.
Fawzi Emad [femad@comcast.net] 301/977-3922.

 

August 21 Saturday

CC * 41 * MD * 9:45 AM * Rileys Lock (RIL)
Seneca to Sugarloaf. Enjoy a moderately hilly ride from Riley's Lock to Sugarloaf Mt.. on lightly traveled roads in northern Montgomery County. The route includes Comus, Mt. Ephraim, and Big Woods roads, and finishes on the rolling hills of River Rd. The rest stop is at mile 21 in Dickerson. No go if raining. If weather is doubtful- call to confirm that ride is on.
David Blasbalg [david.tribo@verizon.com] 301/365-3163.

 

August 22 Sunday

CC  * 30+ / 40+* MD * 9:00 AM * DAVIDSONVILLE ELEM SCHOOL (DAV) * 50/50
Another “AA” Ride.  Scenic and shady ride in AA (Anne Arundel) County. Some hills and a great view of the Chesapeake on the longer distance. Rest stop at Rusty’s in Friendship for breakfast, lunch, or just a snack. Optional distances available.
Morgan Roberts [CARMTR3086@AOL.COM] 410/798-5187.

 

August 28 Saturday

CC * 62 * MD * 8:30 AM * Monocacy Middle School (MMS) 
5th Annual, Short Sheetz. Mostly gentle rolling terrain, with scenic views and, plenty of socializing. Rest stops are at mile 27 & 53 miles. This is partially a joint ride with the B – AA groups, which will be going on to Gettysburg as a century. We will follow the same route as the others to the first rest stop in Thurmont and somewhat beyond before turning back towards Frederick at the 37.8 mile mark. Arrive early the century version of this ride has historically attracted well over a hundred riders. 
Barbara Binder [BBinder743@aol.com] 703-385-9669.

 

August 29 Sunday

CC(H) * 42 * MD * 9 AM * Laytons Village SC(LAV) * 40deg/40%
Reverse Laytonsville Loop: Cycle on one of the most scenic loops as we wind our way from Montgomery, through Howard, & into Carroll counties & back. Almost as hilly as it is scenic! The ride leader will ride at a leisurely pace from the rear & leave no one behind. One rest stop, approximately half way, at a truck stop convenience store. No go in any precipitation, wet roads or strong winds. Will leave cue sheets on the hood of my car for any latecomers, just please sign in. Please come join me on one of my favorite rides! Mobile on ride day: 301-367-9206. 
Joel Milano (JoelMilano@comcast.net) H: 301-879-7660.

 

August 30 Monday

CC  * 40+ * MD * 9:00 AM * Davidsonville ES (DAV) * 50/50
Another AA Ride.   Scenic and Shady Ride in AA (Anne Arundel) County. Some Challenging Hills and a Possible Visit to the Local Nudist Colony (bring your suntan lotion). 
Morgan Roberts [CARMTR3086@AOL.COM] 410/798-5187.