July 3 Saturday

CC * 48/58 * 9:00 AM * Poolesville HS (POO)
Another Poolesville Ride.  I'm using cue sheets from the century training rides.  We should get a good workout on some familiar roads! Then we can go out and celebrate the holiday weekend!
Pat Persson [bizilady2000@yahoo.com] 301/675-9343.

July 4 Sunday

CC(H) * 47 * 9:30 AM * Laytons Village SC (LAV)
Hot, Hilly and no shade. This is a very hilly but scenic ride from Laytonsville to Dickenson and back via Clarksburg. This is a new ride. Strong CC riders and B riders are welcome. If you want a challenge on July 4, this is the ride for you. There is one rest stop at mile 22 but there are two additional rest stops for those who need it. Please call the day of ride if the weather is doubtful. 
Alison Andrews 301/208-0515.

C/CC * 28 * MD * 9 AM * Glen Echo Park (GLE)
Annual 4th of July Watermelon Ride.  Well here it is again - a 28 mile ride thru some of the prettiest neighborhoods in and around Bethesda, Chevy Chase, and Kensignton, MD - with cold drinks and watermelon after the ride and plenty of time to do other July 4th stuff.
David Lewis 301/469-7939 on ride day call cell 703/608-6804.

July 10 Saturday

CC * 45/51/60 * MD * 9:30 AM * Poolesville HS (POO)
Twice Across the River.  Joint ride with the Bs. We head down to the river and set sail for the shores of Virginia by way of White's Ferry (bring $1 for the ride). Once in VA, we head up to Leesburg on the widened shoulders of Route 15 and then wander through picturesque scenery and small-towns. At Point of Rocks the ride crosses back into Maryland and three different route-lengths are available for the return to the school. Leisurely lunch afterwards at Bassets in Poolesville for those interested.
Peter Herman [peterherman2004@yahoo.com] 301/989-9353.

ALL * 25 * DC * 9 AM *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. [Directions: in Rock Creek Park at the corner of Park Road/Tilden & Rock Creek Parkway; meet at the north parking lot.]  There will be no sweep. We’ll stop at the Takoma Park Co-Op for a quick bite. 
Barbara McCann 202/234-2059

July 11 Sunday

CC(H) * 42 * 9:30AM * Laytons Village SC (LAV)
To Lisbon, MD!  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.

CC * 44 * DC * 9 AM * Dupont Circle
Rock Creek and Potomac. After a scenic warm-up climb through NW DC, we will head out along the Potomac, loop around the village of that name and return home through Rock Creek Park. The route utilizes a number of quiet, less traveled roads. However, some tolerance of traffic, hills and potholes is required. Possible lunch following the ride at an outdoor cafe. Meet at statue of Gandhi, 21st St, Q St. and Mass. Ave., 1 block west of Dupont Circle Q St. (North) Metro Exit. No go in rain. 
Nick Persampieri [nfp@bellatlantic.net] cell: 202/309-3034.

July 17 Saturday

C/CC * 47/57 * MD * 9 AM * Urbana Riding Club (Formerly Spring Ridge Horse Center)
Too Hot to Climb.  It's once again time for what has become a bit of a PPTC mid-summer multi-class tradition. Tim and Niqui Johnson have invited us to ride from the Urbana Riding Club, previously known as Spring Ridge Horse Center, in Urbana, MD, and to stay for a swim and picnic at their pool/pavillion.  PPTC and the hosts will provide beverages, burgers, hot dogs and fixings. Please bring a side dish, snack, or dessert to share. Since the event has grown significantly over the past couple of years, we are also asking that everyone make a small contribution of a dollar or two to help defray the cost of burgers and beverages. Rest rooms, showers, and change facilities are available.  See AA ride description for additional information and directions.
Janet Young and Harold Goldstein [mdbiker@goldray.com] 301/854-0388 - cell for day of ride 202/997-2378.

July 18 Sunday

CC * 49 * MD * 9:30 AM * Thurmont Community Park (TCP)
3 Covered Bridges and a Bullfrog.  This ride visits two of the three covered bridges in Frederick County, takes a cruise up Bullfrog Road to the outskirts of Gettysburg, and returns via Emmitsburg finally crossing Roddy Creek bridge three miles from the end.
Steve Palincsar 703/548-1585  Day of ride: 202/439-6665.

July 24 Saturday

CC * 75 * MD * 9:30 AM * Poolesville HS (POO)
Sugarloaf & MarLu Circle. This is our fourth century training ride. We will take the very scenic roads around Poolesville towards Sugarloaf mountain and cross the MarLu ridge. No go in rain or on wet roads. Call leader if weather is doubtful. Rain date is July 25th. Peter Gruber 301/581-0999.

C/CC * 43/35 * MD * 10:00 AM * Pope’s Creek (POP)
Amish/Seafood Amble. Join us on generally quiet, rural roads as we: observe a little known Amish area complete with buggy/buckboard riders; Amish farms; woods and the Zekiah wetland; mingle and munch with locals at the busy Charlotte Hall farmer’s market; and enjoy post-ride social and seafood at Captain Billy’s on the water. Bring locks and extra water. [Alt. Directions: From I-95 MD near Wilson Bridge, take exit 3a, go south on MD 210/Indian Head Hwy for 20 mi., turn left at light on Rt. 225, go 10 mi., then turn right onto Rt. 301 south, go 7+ miles, then turn right onto Popes Creek Rd, go 3.1 miles, then turn left into parking across street from Captain Billy’s and park toward back.]
Greg and Anna Westernik [westernik@earthlink.net] 703/866-4098.

July 25 Sunday

CC(H) * 42 * MD * 9 AM * Laytonsville Village SC (LAV) 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 or strong winds. Please come join me on one of my most favorite rides! 
Joel Milano [JoelMilano@comcast.net] H:301-879-7660, Mobile on ride day: 301/367-9206. 

July 31 Saturday

CC(MH) * 43/53 * MD * 9 AM * Poolesville HS (POO)
The traditional loop through VA from Poolesville. OK, I'm in a rut. But I really like this ride! The longer route will avoid the return along MD route 28. Please remember to bring $1 (exact change) for the ferry! Leader will ride toward the rear.  Should the ferry be closed due to high water, we will do a 40ish mile ride on the MD side. 
Larry Bouterie [yatnola@yahoo.com] 301/346-1243 day of ride.