Charles River Wheelers upcoming events

Bike Thursday (2026-09-10)

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT

CRW Ride Participation

CRW rides are open to members and guests. Guests may participate in up to two rides per year before joining the club. Please click the Register button to sign up for this ride.

Helmets are required on all CRW rides. Riders are expected to follow the CRW Code of Conduct and be familiar with:

Attendees: We welcome your feedback about your event experience here:
Ride Feedback Form

Overall Bike Thursday Ride Description:

Bike Thursday is a weekly ride for cyclists that enjoy riding at a slower pace of between 10-13 mph. Our routes are usually in the western suburbs, but could be in other areas. All rides are scenic. After the ride we gather for a picnic lunch at or near the start location. Sometimes there are stores available to purchase food, other times we bring lunch.

Our rides are between 20-25 miles and take over 2+ hours. At the start of each ride we break up into 3-4 groups of 12-14 riders each. The groups go out based on the following:

Group 1 - Rides at 12-13 mph overall

Group 2/3 - Rides at 11-12 mph overall

Group 4 - Rides at 10-11 mph overall

Each group has a leader and the groups stay together using human arrows and a sweep.

Non-members of CRW are welcome to ride with us and experience what Bike Thursday offers. If you like our rides however, and wish to continue to ride with us, we expect you to become a CRW member.

This Week's September 10, 2026 Bike Thursday Ride Description:

The Bike Thursday Ride this week will start in Weston. The route is about 25 miles with hills throughout (anywhere from 700-1200 elevation gain) traveling through Weston, Wayland, Lincoln and Sudbury.

The ride starts at 10:00 AM. Registration is mandatory and will be limited to 45 participants including 4 leaders. We will be following the CRW rules of the road.

Please check your calendar before signing up for the ride. If you need to cancel you can do so through the Member App or emailing Barbara Jacobs at bj.bikethursday@gmail.com.

Ride Start Location:

You must register for the ride. Once registered you will receive the Ride Start Location through the confirmation and reminder emails.

Ride Leader(s):

Nina Siegel, Phyllis Evan, Walter Frank, Sam Porter and Barbara Jacobs, bj.bikethursday@gmail.com

Link to RwGPS Route

You must register for the ride. Once registered you will receive the Ride with GPS link through the confirmation and reminder email.

Rain and other weather events will cancel the ride. A notice of cancellation will be posted the night before the ride or by 8 AM the day of the event.

If you want to get on the Bike Thursday Email List - send an email to bj.bikethursday@gmail.com. To get on this email list you must be a CRW member.

Praline Croissant Women's/NB Ride (20) (2026-09-11)

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 10:30:00 GMT

CRW Ride Participation

CRW rides are open to members and guests. Guests may participate in up to two rides per year before joining the club.

Please click the Register button to sign up for this ride.

Helmets are required on all CRW rides. Riders are expected to follow the CRW Code of Conduct and be familiar with:

Ride Overview

Start: Minuteman Bikeway Trailhead – Alewife (Cambridge)
Start Time: 6:30 AM
Regroup Locations: Hancock at Minuteman (mi 6.6); Blanchard at Cummings Park (mi 10.5); Horn Pond (mi 13); Arlington St (mi 17.2)
Coffee stop: Kickstand Cafe (mi 18.7)

Distance(s): 20 miles
Average Pace(s): 13–16 mph (target range)
How to Determine Your Average Pace

Elevation Profile: Rolling with one sustained climb (Blanchard Rd)
Surface: Road & Bikeway

Group Intent: Steady
Group Structure: Regrouping; Paceline (optional)
Ride Leadership: Leader Only
Sweep Coverage: No Sweep

Ride Attribute Definitions

Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45804334 (updated 7/2026)
Please have the route loaded on your navigation device.

Ride Description

To get us all to work on time, this regrouping ride leaves ON TIME and travels at a minimum 13+ mph. Slower riders are welcome to join at their own pace (please have navigation).

The ride heads down the Minuteman Bikeway and Mass Ave to Lexington Center, into Burlington, up Blanchard Rd to the water tower at Mary Cummings Park. We descend to beautiful Horn Pond for a photo op, spin past Mystic Lakes, and head back to Alewife via the Minuteman after and optional coffee stop.

Meeting Location

Minuteman Bikeway Trailhead – Alewife
Steel Place and Alewife Station Access Road, Cambridge

LINK to MAP

The ride leaves promptly at the scheduled time. Please arrive 10 minutes before start time.

Parking

Paid: Alewife Garage — 35 Cambridgepark Drive, Cambridge
Free (short ride to start):
Thorndike Field — 99 Margaret Rd, Arlington
Spy Pond Park — 56 Pond Ln, Arlington

Restrooms

None at the start. A port-a-john is usually available at Thorndike Field.

Weather Cancellation

Cancelled for rain or unsafe conditions.
Decision posted by 10 PM the night before and again at 5:30 AM ride day if needed.

Ride Leader

Amy Juodawlkis
AJ@crw.org
Ride-day contact (text only): 339-203-7536

Program or Ride Series

This ride is part of the CRW Women’s / Nonbinary Program, welcoming women, nonbinary, and female-identifying cyclists and helping riders connect with others in the club.

Ride Feedback

We welcome your feedback about your ride experience.

Ride Feedback Form

TGIF Unwinder (2026-09-11)

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 21:30:00 GMT

CRW Rides are open to members and guests. Guests may attend two rides annually before being required to join the club. Please click the Register button to the left to join the ride. Helmets are required on all CRW rides. Riders are expected to adhere to CRW Code of Conduct, and to be familiar with CRW’s Rider Guidelines, Group Riding Guidelines, and Pedestrian Awareness Guidelines. (20250430)

Attendees: We welcome your feedback about your event experience here:
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Ride Description:

Please note new start time of 5:30

The TGIF unwinder is a great way to end the work week. There are two routes that wind through the back roads of Bedford, Concord and Carlisle. Both routes are suitable for all abilities with moderate hills. There is usually at least one group that will do a brisk paced paceline but most will do a more casual ride at there own pace.

Ride Start Location:

The ride starts in the parking lot behind the Bedford Public Library.

Ride Leader(s):

Alan Cooney
Julie Stephenson

Link to RwGPS Route

18 Mile https://ridewithgps.com/routes/19623436
24 Mile https://ridewithgps.com/routes/19623451

2026 Tour of Martha's Vineyard (72, 68 miles) (2026-09-12)

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT

CRW Rides are open to members and guests. Guests may attend two rides before being required to join the club. Please click the Register button to the left to join the ride. Helmets are required on all CRW rides.

Let's Tour Martha's Vineyard via Woods Hole ferry in September!

Ride Start Location:

Parking for ferry at Woods Hole has many options. A bike reservation is not required but strongly suggested. See steamship authority website for more details https://www.steamshipauthority.com/schedules

Additionally, there are several free day parking spots along the shining path rail trail in Falmouth where you can ride to ferry departure in woods hole. First come first served, they fill up fast!

https://www.capecodbikeguide.com/shiningsea.asp

We will see a classic New England Island via scenic coastal route after a ferry ride. We will depart from Woods Hole on ferry at 8:15 AM. Arriving in Vineyard Haven at 9:00AM.

Our tour takes us around the beautiful Martha's Vineyard, starting and ending at Vineyard Haven. There are four official stops planned along the route, but more stops to appreciate the scenery are encouraged.

Planned stops:

(1) Menemsh Beach (Optional - a quick bike ferry to spectacular Aquinnah Cliffs)

(2) Gay Head Cliffs lookoff

(3) Chilmark country store for a tasty lunch stop

(4) Lighthouse Beach in Edgartown (Optional - a quick ferry to Chappaquiddick Island).

The Chappy Ferry on Martha\'s Vineyard - Year Round Ferry Transportation from Edgartown MA to Chappaquiddick Island.

***Ferries are cash only***

Then heading back to Oak Bluffs along a beautiful seashore road. Our tour ends either at Oak Bluff or to Vineyard Haven for a ferry back to Woods Hole. Jump into the ocean for a post ride swim and beverage or ice cream at Mad Martha'c cafe.

We are a large group with different speed goals. This ride will have two ride leaders who will lead two separate groups. Erik D'Entremont will be leading the first group with a goal of 17-18 mph.

Ride Leaders:

Erik D'Entremont Contact me at erik.dentremont@crw.org
Ride Leader: Erik D'Entremont 72 miles route (@ 17-18 mph)
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/57000974

The 68 mile option is ends at Oak Bluffs Ferry.

There is NO RIDE LEADER for other speed groups. You are encouraged to create your own group.

Norwellian OceanView Cruiser (2026-09-12)

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Come on out for a FUN ocean view front cruiser with us!

The Norwell OceanSide Ride is 32.4 mi beautiful FUN average-pace ride that includes many miles of glorious views across the South Shore in Norwell, Cohasset, Hingham and Scituate.

includes spectacular ocean views of 4 beaches, mansions on Jerusalem Road, 2 lighthouses, windmills, several 'hah-bahs' plus 2 farms. The Best ice cream in Mass is on the ride (we don't stop unfortunately there).

The Norwell Ride is 8am SHARP to beat the summer heat. Join me on this delightful ride, you'll be glad you did.

We have 3 stops with the last stop at historical Scituate Harbor at the Coffee Corner coffee shop for socializing, rest and fun chats. And we drink a small coffee (restrooms are available).

Rain may cancel the ride. If the weather is iffy, check this page Saturday after 7AM or on Facebook, South Shore Mellow Riders Club page.

Ride Start Location:

We start at the Norwell High School, Park Lot A. Exit 32 Rt3 South. 1 mile from the exit. Every Saturday 8AM

Ride Leader(s):

Keith Naymie, knaymie@hotmail.com

CRW Rides are open to members and guests. Guests may attend two rides annually before being required to join the club. Please click the Register button to the left to join the ride. Helmets are required on all CRW rides. Riders are expected to adhere to CRW code of conduct, template 20240415

Attendees: We welcome your feedback about your event experience here:
Ride Feedback Form

Link to RwGPS Route

· 32 miles https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42930277

Paceline Clinic (Members Only) (2026-09-12)

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 12:30:00 GMT

Attendees: We welcome your feedback about your event experience here:
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Why Paceline?

Riding into a headwind is harder than riding in no wind. Riding in a draft (e.g., behind another rider) makes riding easy. Riders can share the load of breaking the wind for the group. Riders take turns at the front, doing more work, then drop back and spend time in the draft taking it easy.

Those who have always wanted to ride a paceline will be shown how to do this safely and effectively within small groups of about 5 each.

NOTE: Speed is NOT the objective for this instruction session, rather to get attendees comfortable riding closely together, safely and predictably, and exchanging the lead rider.

Eligible Riders:

CRW Members ONLY
Riders who have experience riding in groups, capable of riding 13 mph minimum average pace in a typical group ride
Session is limited to 12 registrants, including ride leaders

Session Description:

1. Pre-Clinic Preparation (Self-Study)

Watch these recommended videos before attending:

- Paceline Basics: How to Ride a Paceline - GCN https://youtu.be/HDxXRq5fo8A?si=uN-H1bZmv67BzXfh

- Intro to Pacelining: Paceline Like a Pro https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HXsj4NBj9xE

2. Introduction and Paceline-specific Concepts (15 min)

3. Skills Refinement (15 min)

4. Group Ride Application (30 min)

5. Debrief/Questions (10 min)

Total clinic duration: 70 minutes (1 hour and 10 minutes)

Limited Attendance!

Only 12 riders are allowed to be part of this clinic. Sign up today!

Ride Start Location:

Caryl Community Center Lot, Dover, MA

Paceline Practice Loop

Ride Leaders/Instructors:

Jack Gregory jack.g.gregory@gmail.com
Mark Nardone mark.nardone@crw.org
Amy Juodawlkis AJ@crw.org

Intro to Devo -- Weston Flat 40 (2026-09-13)

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Attendees: We welcome your feedback about your event experience here:
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ATTENTION: THE NOVEMBER RIDE WILL ROLL OUT AT 8:30 AM FOR IMPROVED RIDER COMFORT

Ride Description:

This is a relatively flat and short course, which we hope will serve as an introduction to more ambitious rides as the season progresses and riders build endurance. This is a good ride to build distance and speed, which can open the doors to more cycling opportunities. It's a scenic route going by the Old Grist Mill and Ponyhenge on gorgeous, tree-lined New England roads.

This is a drop ride - There is no sweep. All riders should have the route and be able to navigate back to the start if need be. That being said, we'll try to stick together in groups as best we can.

Inclement Weather:

The ride leader will email registrants and post on the "demo" channel of CRW Slack if the ride needs to be cancelled for weather or other reasons.

Equipment requirements:

Bike, helmet, backlights and good humor to deal with what will be thrown at you.

Ride Start Location:

There's ample parking in front of Weston Town Hall. We'll meet in front of town hall at the beginning of the ride. There are plenty of options in town center for lunch or coffee post ride.

Ride Leader(s):

Sean Mahoney - mahoneyhaus@gmail.com

Link to RwGPS Route

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/53516356

South Shore Coastal Loop 2026 (2026-09-13)

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 12:30:00 GMT

Attendees: We welcome your feedback about your event experience here:
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Ride Description:

The South Shore Coastal Loop is a beautiful tide that includes many miles of glorious Scituate, Cohasset, and Hull coastlines. We'll ride though Rockland, Norwell, and Hingham on our way to and from the coast. The long ride is 54 miles; the short ride is 41 miles. Both rides are flat to rolling, with some short but steep sections to keep us honest. Both rides includes the cottages on Jerusalem Road, 2 lighthouses, 3 Windmills, 4 harbors, and countless other Photo Ops and starts with a 4-mile downhill. The long ride adds 12 miles of almost dead-flat riding along Nantasket Beach.

I haven't figured out how to avoid the uphill on the way back, yet!

Ride time is

8:30 sharp, until memorial day weekend
7:30 sharp, Memorial Day weekend - Labor day weekend
8:30 Sharp, after Labor Day

Both the long and short rides start at 7:30 SHARP to avoid traffic. Set your alarm clock for early Sunday morning. you'll be glad you did.

We typically stop at Scituate Harbor for coffee at Coffee Corner or Dunkin, and for restrooms. The long ride also stops at the Windmill in Hull gut.

Rain may cancel the ride, or it may become a show and go. if the weather is iffy, check this page Sunday after 6 AM.

Ride Start Location:

<We start at the Park and Ride across from Home Depot. There are no bathrooms in the Park and Ride, but there are two Dunkin Donuts and a Wendy's with 1 mile of the ride in Rt. 228.

Ride Leader(s):

Andrew Brand andrewmbrand+sscl@gmail.com

Link to RwGPS Route

44 miles https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46074244

56 miles https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46074266

Century Training Series - North to NH Half-Century (2026-09-13)

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Helmets are required on all CRW rides. Riders are expected to adhere to CRW Code of Conduct, and to be familiar with CRW’s Rider Guidelines, Group Riding Guidelines, and Pedestrian Awareness Guidelines. (20250430)

Attendees: We welcome your feedback about your event experience here:
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Ride Overview

Century Training Series are open only to registered program members. The intent is to provide 8 progressively challenging rides over 8 weekends to help you prepare for the CRW Cranberry Century in October. This is ride #4.

If you are interested in joining, please contact Ken Schwarz (ken.schwarz@crw.org) to discuss and receive a registration code.

This is the 50-mile route for the 2026 North to New Hampshire Century event

Start: 60 Farm Street Wakefield MA
Start Time: 9:00
Regroup/ Rest Stop Location(s):

American Legion Park, Georgetown, MA, Mile 25 for Half-Century

Distance: 50
Average Pace(s): Depends on group and conditions, typ 12-14 avg

How to Determine Your Average Pace

Elevation Profile: 50 miles - Moderate Hills 1832'

Surface: Road

Group Intent: Steady
Group Structure: Regrouping Pace Group
Ride Leadership:

Peter Sousounis, 734-657-1901, peterjsousounis@gmail.com

Link to RwGPS Route

50 miles https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31941260

Meeting Location & Parking

Wakefield HS new football field overflow lot.

Restrooms

None at ride start

Bathrooms available at rest stops

Weather Cancellation

Rain cancels. Check website day before ride

Newton-Weston Donut ride (23, 36 or 52 miles) [915a social; ride 10a] (2026-09-13)

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 13:15:00 GMT

Ride Description: please see key details in purple font, including timing and start location

Enjoy this delightful ride with a friendly group. The 23 mile route spans Newton and Weston, passing by beautiful historic homes. The 36 miles adds Sudbury and the 52 reaches Stow.

Why is it called a donut ride? Because we have a pre-ride social gathering for anyone who wants to join at the Dunkin Donuts next door to the ride start, with a free coffee and donut on CRW's tab.

This ride is show-and-go, which means everyone goes at their own pace (there is no led pace and no sweep). But when we gather in the parking area, we will form subgroups by ride length and you may choose to cluster with others as you ride. Proper navigation tools are required: GPS device or phone app. Please do not rely on others to help you with navigation as they may ride at a different speed than you.

Adverse weather may cancel or postpone the ride. Check the website 8 am on Saturday for updates.

Ride Start Location:

1. The ride start and parking is behind the red brick condo building at 1172 Beacon St., Newton (not at the Dunkin Donuts). The parking is free but please park in the back only.

2. The pre-ride social is right next door at the Dunkin Donuts at 1148 Beacon St., Newton (it has bathrooms). It is a 1 minute walk from the ride start.

Timing

a. The pre-ride social is from 915am to 945am at Dunkin Donuts For the free coffee and donut (or anything else, up to $5 per person), ask Lisa for the credit card. Anytime up to 'last call' at 925a).

b. The ride: pre-ride overview is at 950am, and the ride will begin promptly at 10am. The ride begins at the back of 1172 Beacon St. (not at the Dunkin Donuts).

If the ride is canceled for weather or other issues it will be listed here as canceled by the night before so check here in the a.m. before you head out.

Ride Leader

Lisa Najavits (617-299-1620, text or call)

Link to RideWithGPS Route

· 23 miles

· 36 miles

· 52 miles

Need help with RideWithGPS? See this page: Charles River Wheelers - Ride With GPS

CRW Rides are open to members and guests. Guests may attend two rides annually before being required to join the club. Please click the Register button to the left to join the ride. Helmets are required on all CRW rides. Note the CRW Code of Conduct, and be familiar with CRW’s Rider Guidelines, Group Riding Guidelines, and Pedestrian Awareness Guidelines. (20250430)

Attendees: We welcome your feedback about your event experience here:
Ride Feedback Form

Speedy Croissant Women/NB Ride (24) (2026-09-15)

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 10:00:00 GMT

CRW Ride Participation

CRW rides are open to members and guests. Guests may participate in up to two rides per year before joining the club.

Please click the Register button to sign up for this ride.

Helmets are required on all CRW rides. Riders are expected to follow the CRW Code of Conduct and be familiar with:

Ride Overview

Start: Minuteman Bikeway Trailhead – Alewife (Cambridge)
Start Time: 6:00 AM
Regroup/ Rest Stop Location(s): None

Distance(s): 24 mi
Average Pace(s): 16+ mph (target range)

How to Determine Your Average Pace

Elevation Profile: Rolling with one sustained climb (Blanchard Rd)
Surface: Road

Group Intent: Spirited
Group Structure: Drop Ride / Paceline (optional)
Ride Leadership: Leader Only
Sweep Coverage: No Sweep

Ride Attribute Definitions

Route(s): https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50183296

Please arrive 10 minutes before start time.

Ride Description

**IF RIDE LEAVES BEFORE SUNRISE, RIDERS MUST HAVE FRONT AND REAR LIGHTS.

Spirited show-and-go (16+ mph) ride for women, women-identifying, and nonbinary riders.
Arrive at least 10 minutes early. The ride leaves PROMPTLY after a mandatory safety talk.
Riders should be well-experienced in riding safely at high speeds in close quarters.
Previous paceline training (e.g., CRW paceline clinic) is required.
Ride does not regroup; dropped riders finish on their own.
For the safety of all, ebikes and aerobars are not permitted on this ride.

Meeting Location

Minuteman Bikeway Trailhead – Alewife
Steel Place and Alewife Station Access Road, Cambridge

Parking

Paid: Alewife Garage — 35 Cambridgepark Drive, Cambridge
Free (short ride to start):
Thorndike Field — 99 Margaret Rd, Arlington
Spy Pond Park — 56 Pond Ln, Arlington

Restrooms

None at the start. A port-a-john is usually available at Thorndike Field.

Weather Cancellation

Cancelled for rain or unsafe conditions.
Decision posted by 10 PM the night before and again at 5 AM ride day if needed.

Ride Leader

Amy Juodawlkis
AJ@crw.org
Ride-day contact (text only): 339-203-7536

Program or Ride Series

This ride is part of the CRW Women’s / Nonbinary Program, welcoming women, nonbinary, and female-identifying cyclists and helping riders connect with others in the club.

Ride Feedback

We welcome your feedback about your ride experience.

Ride Feedback Form

Wednesday Wheelers (2026-09-16)

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT

CRW Ride Participation

CRW rides are open to members and guests. Guests may participate in up to two rides per year before joining the club.

Please click the Register button to sign up for this ride.

Helmets are required on all CRW rides. Riders are expected to follow the CRW Code of Conduct and be familiar with:

Ride Description:

A group that enjoys exploring a variety of scenic routes, mostly in the western suburbs, but also to the north or south. Occasionally we do an urban exploration. We always include a lunch stop, either during or at the end of the ride. In the winter we may substitute other activities, such as walking, hiking or cross-country skiing. We stay together, following the leader for the day, while being careful not to drop anyone. On a rural ride of average hilliness, the pace is 15 to 17 mph on the flats, but slows considerably on the hills, so we wind up with a rolling average of about 13 mph. In fairness to the group, we require that prospective riders be capable of maintaining this pace. Distances are typically between 30 and 40 miles.

Non-members of CRW are welcome to ride with us and experience what the Wednesday Wheelers offer. If you like our rides, however, and wish to continue to ride with us, we expect you to become a CRW member.

If interested, contact Wednesday Wheeler Ride Coordinator

Ride Start Location:

Ride location changes weekly.

Ride Leader(s):

Ride Leaders change weekly

Helen Greitzer - Ride Coordinator helengreitzer@gmail.com

Prospective Candidate Information Session - Ask the Board (2026-09-17)

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Thinking about running for the CRW Board of Directors? This is your chance to ask current Board members questions. What does the Board do? When does it meet? How much time will I need to commit?

This is an optional virtual session. Register to let us know you plan to attend.

Election calendar and candidacy information: https://crw.org/wp-content/13674126

Praline Croissant Women's/NB Ride (20) (2026-09-18)

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 10:30:00 GMT

CRW Ride Participation

CRW rides are open to members and guests. Guests may participate in up to two rides per year before joining the club.

Please click the Register button to sign up for this ride.

Helmets are required on all CRW rides. Riders are expected to follow the CRW Code of Conduct and be familiar with:

Ride Overview

Ride Attribute Definitions

Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45804334 (updated 7/2026)
Please have the route loaded on your navigation device.

Ride Description

To get us all to work on time, this regrouping ride leaves ON TIME and travels at a minimum 13+ mph. Slower riders are welcome to join at their own pace (please have navigation).

Meeting Location

Minuteman Bikeway Trailhead – Alewife
Steel Place and Alewife Station Access Road, Cambridge

LINK to MAP

The ride leaves promptly at the scheduled time. Please arrive 10 minutes before start time.

Parking

Paid: Alewife Garage — 35 Cambridgepark Drive, Cambridge
Free (short ride to start):
Thorndike Field — 99 Margaret Rd, Arlington
Spy Pond Park — 56 Pond Ln, Arlington

Restrooms

None at the start. A port-a-john is usually available at Thorndike Field.

Weather Cancellation

Cancelled for rain or unsafe conditions.
Decision posted by 10 PM the night before and again at 5:30 AM ride day if needed.

Ride Leader

Amy Juodawlkis
AJ@crw.org
Ride-day contact (text only): 339-203-7536

Program or Ride Series

This ride is part of the CRW Women’s / Nonbinary Program, welcoming women, nonbinary, and female-identifying cyclists and helping riders connect with others in the club.

Ride Feedback

We welcome your feedback about your ride experience.

Ride Feedback Form

TGIF Unwinder (2026-09-18)

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 21:30:00 GMT

Attendees: We welcome your feedback about your event experience here:
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Ride Description:

Please note new start time of 5:30

Ride Start Location:

The ride starts in the parking lot behind the Bedford Public Library.

Ride Leader(s):

Alan Cooney
Julie Stephenson

Link to RwGPS Route

18 Mile https://ridewithgps.com/routes/19623436
24 Mile https://ridewithgps.com/routes/19623451

Lisa Simpson (47, 34, 21) (2026-09-19)

Sat, 19 Sep 2026 13:30:00 GMT

CRW Ride Participation

CRW rides are open to members and guests. Guests may participate in up to two rides per year before joining the club.

Please click the Register button to sign up for this ride.

Helmets are required on all CRW rides. Riders are expected to follow the CRW Code of Conduct and be familiar with:

Ride Overview

Start: Willard Elementary school
Start Time: 9:00
Regroup/ Rest Stop Location(s): Idylewilde Farm (19.6) long & medium, Great Brook Farm (34) long. No stop on short
Distance(s): 47, 34, 20
Average Pace(s): 47 miles: 15-16 mph, 34 miles: 15-16 AND 11-12 mph, 20 miles: 13-14 mph
How to Determine Your Average Pace

Elevation Profile: Moderately hilly
Surface: Road
Group Intent: Steady
Group Structure: [Regrouping / Pace Groups / No-Drop /
Ride Leadership: Multiple Leaders
Sweep Coverage: TBD

Ride Attribute Definitions

Route(s):

47 miles

34 miles

20 miles

Please arrive 15 minutes before start time.

Ride Description (Optional)

Join Lisa on her eponymous ride over our scenic rural roads. Starting in Concord, we'll make a loop through Sudbury, Stow, Boxborough, Littleton and Acton. The longer route adds Westford and Carlisle. The terrain is moderate with one notable but short climb near Honey Pot Orchards. Lunch/refreshments are available for purchase at nearby Verrill Farm at the end of the ride.

Meeting Location

Willard Elementary school

Parking

Park in the front lot

Restrooms

None

Weather Cancellation

Inclement weather cancels

Ride Leader

John O'Dowd (bikejon@verizon.net, 978-760-4705) will lead a 15-16 mph group on the 47 mile route

Jim Salvie (jsalvie@icloud.com) will lead a 15-16 mph no-drop group on the 34 mile route

Francie Sparks will lead a 11-12 mph group on the 34 mile route

Kat Cai (chickat@gmail.com) will lead a13-14 mph group for the 21 mile

Ride Feedback

We welcome your feedback about your ride experience.

Ride Feedback Form

South Shore Coastal Loop 2026 (2026-09-20)

Sun, 20 Sep 2026 12:30:00 GMT

Attendees: We welcome your feedback about your event experience here:
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Ride Description:

Ride time is

8:30 sharp, until memorial day weekend
7:30 sharp, Memorial Day weekend - Labor day weekend
8:30 Sharp, after Labor Day

Both the long and short rides start at 7:30 SHARP to avoid traffic. Set your alarm clock for early Sunday morning. you'll be glad you did.

Ride Start Location:

<We start at the Park and Ride across from Home Depot. There are no bathrooms in the Park and Ride, but there are two Dunkin Donuts and a Wendy's with 1 mile of the ride in Rt. 228.

Ride Leader(s):

Andrew Brand andrewmbrand+sscl@gmail.com

Link to RwGPS Route

44 miles https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46074244

56 miles https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46074266

Mattapoisett 50 (2026-09-20)

Sun, 20 Sep 2026 13:30:00 GMT

MATTAPOISETT 50

THE FLATTEST AND FASTEST 50 MILES YOU WILL EVER RIDE

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Ride Description:

Description: This is Narragansett Bay Wheelmen Ride no. 52. NBW has graciously given us permission to use this route in the past. According to NBW's notes, "Designed by Bill and Sandy McIlmail, it is a very flat ride through the cranberry growing region of southeastern Mass . . . Mattapoisett is a picturesque town with a lovely waterfront. Rochester is a stately New England town with its church and green. Carver is the home of the popular King Richard's Medieval Faire . . ." This is probably going to be your fastest 50-mile ride of the season. There is also a shorter 30-mile option.

Groups: We will split up into several groups based on distance and speed, depending on who registers. Most likely a 10-12 mpg; 13-14 mph; 15-16 mph; 17+. I will likely lead a paceline with the goal of 17-18 mph average.

Find a few friends and break your records.

Food stops: Country store in Rochester; Dunkin Donuts on Rt. 28, General Store and deli in South Carver.

Ride Start Location:

Commuter parking lot, right off Rt. I-195 (Exit 31A), Mattapoisett, across the street from Uncle Jon's Coffee. There is no bathroom at the start.

Ride Leader(s):

Edward Cheng; edward_cheng_89@yahoo.com

Link to RwGPS Route

30 miles: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35792850
50 miles: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36358456

Sundays at Jack's Abby - east for 39 miles (2026-09-20)

Sun, 20 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT

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Ride Description:

Sundays at Jack's Abby rides occur monthly on a Sunday from April thru October.

They depart and return to Jack's Abby Craft Lagers in Framingham, MA. Riders enjoy rides of 35-50 miles, and can relive the days adventure with friends old & new over a fine brew.

This ride is 39 miles, with 1,881' of climbing (48' per mile) and two average speed groups are offered: 12-14 mph and 14-16 mph.

Ride Start Location:

Jack's Abby Craft Lagers in Framingham, MA. https://jacksabby.com/

Park in the lot behind Jack's Abby at the corner of Bishop St. and Clark St.

Ride Leader(s):

15-16 mph - Jerry Skurla, jskurla@comcast.net
13-14 mph - Bob Wolf, robertwolf@gmail.com

Link to RwGPS Route

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50242727

Speedy Croissant Women/NB Ride (24) (2026-09-22)

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 10:00:00 GMT

CRW Ride Participation

CRW rides are open to members and guests. Guests may participate in up to two rides per year before joining the club.

Please click the Register button to sign up for this ride.

Helmets are required on all CRW rides. Riders are expected to follow the CRW Code of Conduct and be familiar with:

Ride Overview

Ride Attribute Definitions

Route(s): https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50183296

Please arrive 10 minutes before start time.

Ride Description

**IF RIDE LEAVES BEFORE SUNRISE, RIDERS MUST HAVE FRONT AND REAR LIGHTS.

Spirited show-and-go (16+ mph) ride for women, women-identifying, and nonbinary riders.
Arrive at least 10 minutes early. The ride leaves PROMPTLY after a mandatory safety talk.
Riders should be well-experienced in riding safely at high speeds in close quarters.
Previous paceline training (e.g., CRW paceline clinic) is required.
Ride does not regroup; dropped riders finish on their own.
For the safety of all, ebikes and aerobars are not permitted on this ride.

Meeting Location

Minuteman Bikeway Trailhead – Alewife
Steel Place and Alewife Station Access Road, Cambridge

Parking

Paid: Alewife Garage — 35 Cambridgepark Drive, Cambridge
Free (short ride to start):
Thorndike Field — 99 Margaret Rd, Arlington
Spy Pond Park — 56 Pond Ln, Arlington

Restrooms

None at the start. A port-a-john is usually available at Thorndike Field.

Weather Cancellation

Cancelled for rain or unsafe conditions.
Decision posted by 10 PM the night before and again at 5 AM ride day if needed.

Ride Leader

Amy Juodawlkis
AJ@crw.org
Ride-day contact (text only): 339-203-7536

Program or Ride Series

This ride is part of the CRW Women’s / Nonbinary Program, welcoming women, nonbinary, and female-identifying cyclists and helping riders connect with others in the club.

Ride Feedback

We welcome your feedback about your ride experience.

Ride Feedback Form

Wednesday Wheelers (2026-09-23)

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT

CRW Ride Participation

CRW rides are open to members and guests. Guests may participate in up to two rides per year before joining the club.

Please click the Register button to sign up for this ride.

Helmets are required on all CRW rides. Riders are expected to follow the CRW Code of Conduct and be familiar with:

Ride Description:

If interested, contact Wednesday Wheeler Ride Coordinator

Ride Start Location:

Ride location changes weekly.

Ride Leader(s):

Ride Leaders change weekly

Helen Greitzer - Ride Coordinator helengreitzer@gmail.com

Praline Croissant Women's/NB Ride (20) (2026-09-25)

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 10:30:00 GMT

CRW Ride Participation

CRW rides are open to members and guests. Guests may participate in up to two rides per year before joining the club.

Please click the Register button to sign up for this ride.

Helmets are required on all CRW rides. Riders are expected to follow the CRW Code of Conduct and be familiar with:

Ride Overview

Ride Attribute Definitions

Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45804334 (updated 7/2026)
Please have the route loaded on your navigation device.

Ride Description

To get us all to work on time, this regrouping ride leaves ON TIME and travels at a minimum 13+ mph. Slower riders are welcome to join at their own pace (please have navigation).

Meeting Location

Minuteman Bikeway Trailhead – Alewife
Steel Place and Alewife Station Access Road, Cambridge

LINK to MAP

The ride leaves promptly at the scheduled time. Please arrive 10 minutes before start time.

Parking

Paid: Alewife Garage — 35 Cambridgepark Drive, Cambridge
Free (short ride to start):
Thorndike Field — 99 Margaret Rd, Arlington
Spy Pond Park — 56 Pond Ln, Arlington

Restrooms

None at the start. A port-a-john is usually available at Thorndike Field.

Weather Cancellation

Cancelled for rain or unsafe conditions.
Decision posted by 10 PM the night before and again at 5:30 AM ride day if needed.

Ride Leader

Amy Juodawlkis
AJ@crw.org
Ride-day contact (text only): 339-203-7536

Program or Ride Series

This ride is part of the CRW Women’s / Nonbinary Program, welcoming women, nonbinary, and female-identifying cyclists and helping riders connect with others in the club.

Ride Feedback

We welcome your feedback about your ride experience.

Ride Feedback Form

Newton-Dover Donut ride (25, 34 or 47 miles) [social 915a, ride 10a] (2026-09-26)

Sat, 26 Sep 2026 13:15:00 GMT

Ride Description:

The Newton-Dover Donut ride-- join us!

Note: this is a different route than our more frequent Newton-Weston donut ride, to change it up a bit.

Enjoy this delightful ride with a friendly group. We span Newton, Wellesley, Needham and Dover. There's a regular (25 miles), medium (34 miles) and long (47 miles).

The ride is show-and-go, which means everyone goes at their own pace. Be sure to download the GPS or print a cue sheet ahead (no printed copies at the ride start). Please don't rely on being able to follow someone else as there's no set pace.

*If this ride is canceled for weather issues it will be listed here as canceled by the night before so check here in the a.m. before you head out.

We look forward to seeing you on the ride!

Ride Start Location:

1. The ride start and parking is behind the red brick condo building at 1172 Beacon St., Newton. The parking is free but please park in the back only (not the side).

2. The pre-ride social is right next door at the Dunkin Donuts at 1148 Beacon St., Newton (it has bathrooms). It is a 1 minute walk from the ride start. The ride does not begin at Dunkin Donuts.

Timing:

a. The pre-ride social is from 915am to 945am at Dunkin Donuts For the free coffee and donut (or anything else, up to $5 per person), ask Lisa for the credit card. Anytime up to 'last call' at 940a).

b. The ride: pre-ride overview is at 9:50am, and the ride will begin promptly at 10am. The ride begins at the back of 1172 Beacon St. (not at the Dunkin Donuts).

Ride Leader(s):

Lisa Najavits (617-299-1620, text or call)

Link to RwGPS Route

25 miles Newton Dover 25 miles · Ride with GPS

34 miles Newton Dover 34 miles · Ride with GPS

47 miles Newton Dover 47 miles · Ride with GPS

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South Shore Coastal Loop 2026 (2026-09-27)

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 12:30:00 GMT

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Ride Description:

Ride time is

8:30 sharp, until memorial day weekend
7:30 sharp, Memorial Day weekend - Labor day weekend
8:30 Sharp, after Labor Day

Both the long and short rides start at 7:30 SHARP to avoid traffic. Set your alarm clock for early Sunday morning. you'll be glad you did.

Ride Start Location:

<We start at the Park and Ride across from Home Depot. There are no bathrooms in the Park and Ride, but there are two Dunkin Donuts and a Wendy's with 1 mile of the ride in Rt. 228.

Ride Leader(s):

Andrew Brand andrewmbrand+sscl@gmail.com

Link to RwGPS Route

44 miles https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46074244

56 miles https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46074266

West Podunk, Fall Edition (47, 32) (2026-09-27)

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Ride Description:

Both distances include a few roads rarely visited by CRW, with nice sections in Groton, Townsend, Lunenburg, Shirley, and a return through Devens.

The long ride includes a loop further north and west on more back roads in Lunenburg and Townsend. (The long ride no longer goes south into Lancaster, Bolton, and Harvard.) Both routes only pass through one traffic light. Short ride has 1,500 ft. of climbing. Long ride has 2,300 feet of climbing. And you might catch a glimpse of the Abominable Snowman out of hibernation.

Limited snacks and drinks available at convenience store in Lunenburg, but opportunities otherwise slim, so BYO.

Ride Start Location:

Nashua River Rail Trail, Ayer Commuter Parking Garage, 3 Groton St., Ayer. Please park and meet at the far end of the garage. Because the start location is a parking garage with limited height, if you have bikes on a roof rack, park in the small commuter lot (on Park St., Ayer) on the left side of the road before you get to the Dunkin Donuts, then ride the last 1/10th mile to the parking garage on Groton St. No restrooms at the start, but there are now restrooms nearby at Depot Square Park (by the Ayer train station), as well as at several gas stations and the Dunkin Donuts.

Ride Leader(s):

Steve Hoffenberg stevehof@yahoo.com

Link to RwGPS Route

Speedy Croissant Women/NB Ride (24) (2026-09-29)

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:00 GMT

CRW Ride Participation

CRW rides are open to members and guests. Guests may participate in up to two rides per year before joining the club.

Please click the Register button to sign up for this ride.

Helmets are required on all CRW rides. Riders are expected to follow the CRW Code of Conduct and be familiar with:

Ride Overview

Ride Attribute Definitions

Route(s): https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50183296

Please arrive 10 minutes before start time.

Ride Description

**IF RIDE LEAVES BEFORE SUNRISE, RIDERS MUST HAVE FRONT AND REAR LIGHTS.

Spirited show-and-go (16+ mph) ride for women, women-identifying, and nonbinary riders.
Arrive at least 10 minutes early. The ride leaves PROMPTLY after a mandatory safety talk.
Riders should be well-experienced in riding safely at high speeds in close quarters.
Previous paceline training (e.g., CRW paceline clinic) is required.
Ride does not regroup; dropped riders finish on their own.
For the safety of all, ebikes and aerobars are not permitted on this ride.

Meeting Location

Minuteman Bikeway Trailhead – Alewife
Steel Place and Alewife Station Access Road, Cambridge

Parking

Paid: Alewife Garage — 35 Cambridgepark Drive, Cambridge
Free (short ride to start):
Thorndike Field — 99 Margaret Rd, Arlington
Spy Pond Park — 56 Pond Ln, Arlington

Restrooms

None at the start. A port-a-john is usually available at Thorndike Field.

Weather Cancellation

Cancelled for rain or unsafe conditions.
Decision posted by 10 PM the night before and again at 5 AM ride day if needed.

Ride Leader

Amy Juodawlkis
AJ@crw.org
Ride-day contact (text only): 339-203-7536

Program or Ride Series

This ride is part of the CRW Women’s / Nonbinary Program, welcoming women, nonbinary, and female-identifying cyclists and helping riders connect with others in the club.

Ride Feedback

We welcome your feedback about your ride experience.

Ride Feedback Form

Meet the Candidates - Online Forum (2026-09-29)

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Join this online forum to meet CRW members who are running for the Board of Directors. Candidate statements are scheduled to be published on September 25.

Election calendar and candidacy information: https://crw.org/wp-content/13674126

Wednesday Wheelers (2026-09-30)

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT

CRW Ride Participation

CRW rides are open to members and guests. Guests may participate in up to two rides per year before joining the club.

Please click the Register button to sign up for this ride.

Helmets are required on all CRW rides. Riders are expected to follow the CRW Code of Conduct and be familiar with:

Ride Description:

If interested, contact Wednesday Wheeler Ride Coordinator

Ride Start Location:

Ride location changes weekly.

Ride Leader(s):

Ride Leaders change weekly

Helen Greitzer - Ride Coordinator helengreitzer@gmail.com

Praline Croissant Women's/NB Ride (20) (2026-10-02)

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT

CRW Ride Participation

CRW rides are open to members and guests. Guests may participate in up to two rides per year before joining the club.

Please click the Register button to sign up for this ride.

Helmets are required on all CRW rides. Riders are expected to follow the CRW Code of Conduct and be familiar with:

Ride Overview

Ride Attribute Definitions

Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45804334 (updated 7/2026)
Please have the route loaded on your navigation device.

Ride Description

To get us all to work on time, this regrouping ride leaves ON TIME and travels at a minimum 13+ mph. Slower riders are welcome to join at their own pace (please have navigation).

Meeting Location

Minuteman Bikeway Trailhead – Alewife
Steel Place and Alewife Station Access Road, Cambridge

LINK to MAP

The ride leaves promptly at the scheduled time. Please arrive 10 minutes before start time.

Parking

Paid: Alewife Garage — 35 Cambridgepark Drive, Cambridge
Free (short ride to start):
Thorndike Field — 99 Margaret Rd, Arlington
Spy Pond Park — 56 Pond Ln, Arlington

Restrooms

None at the start. A port-a-john is usually available at Thorndike Field.

Weather Cancellation

Cancelled for rain or unsafe conditions.
Decision posted by 10 PM the night before and again at 5:30 AM ride day if needed.

Ride Leader

Amy Juodawlkis
AJ@crw.org
Ride-day contact (text only): 339-203-7536

Program or Ride Series

This ride is part of the CRW Women’s / Nonbinary Program, welcoming women, nonbinary, and female-identifying cyclists and helping riders connect with others in the club.

Ride Feedback

We welcome your feedback about your ride experience.

Ride Feedback Form

North by True West (49, 34) (2026-10-03)

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT

CRW Ride Participation

CRW rides are open to members and guests. Guests may participate in up to two rides per year before joining the club.

Please click the Register button to sign up for this ride.

Helmets are required on all CRW rides. Riders are expected to follow the CRW Code of Conduct and be familiar with:

Ride Overview

Start: 256 Central St, Acton, MA
Start Time: [Time]
Regroup/ Rest Stop Location(s): [None / Address or Location Name(s) if applicable]

Distance(s): [Miles]
Average Pace(s): [overall ride average mph (moving time)] (target range)

How to Determine Your Average Pace

Elevation Profile: [Flat / Rolling / Moderate Hills / Hilly]
Surface: [Road / Bikeway / Gravel - select all that apply]

Group Intent: [Spirited / Steady / Mixed]
Group Structure: [Regrouping / Pace Groups / Drop Ride / No-Drop / Paceline (optional) - select all that apply]
Ride Leadership: [Leader Only / Multiple Leaders / Informal Leadership]
Sweep Coverage: [Sweep Assigned / Sweep Likely / No Sweep ]

Ride Attribute Definitions

Route(s): [RideWithGPS link]

Please arrive [XX] minutes before start time.

Ride Description (Optional)

Come enjoy the quiet, tree lined back roads of Groton, Pepperell and Dunstable near the New Hampshire border. Both routes take the roller coaster-like Whiley Rd past Lost Lake in Groton. The long route passes Massapoag Lake in Dunstable. After the ride treat yourself to a beer and fine food at True West brewery in Acton. Brewery opens at noon. If beer isn't your thing you can reward yourself next door at the West Side Creamery. Or have a cold iced coffee next next door at the Acton Coffee House. There is a treat for everyone in West Acton!

Make sure you have navigation; Route design courtesy of Bob Wolf.

Meeting Location

[Brief directions / landmarks]

Parking

[Location name] – [address]

Restrooms

Not available at ride start

Weather Cancellation

[Ride cancellation policy and timing]

Ride Leader

John O'Dowd 978-760-4705 (bikejon@verizon.net) will lead

16+ mph group on the 49 mile route (2266' elevation)

No ride leader for 34 mile route at this time

Ride Feedback

We welcome your feedback about your ride experience.

Ride Feedback Form

South Shore Coastal Loop 2026 (2026-10-04)

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 12:30:00 GMT

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Ride Description:

Ride time is

8:30 sharp, until memorial day weekend
7:30 sharp, Memorial Day weekend - Labor day weekend
8:30 Sharp, after Labor Day

Both the long and short rides start at 7:30 SHARP to avoid traffic. Set your alarm clock for early Sunday morning. you'll be glad you did.

Ride Start Location:

<We start at the Park and Ride across from Home Depot. There are no bathrooms in the Park and Ride, but there are two Dunkin Donuts and a Wendy's with 1 mile of the ride in Rt. 228.

Ride Leader(s):

Andrew Brand andrewmbrand+sscl@gmail.com

Link to RwGPS Route

44 miles https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46074244

56 miles https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46074266

Speedy Croissant Women/NB Ride (24) (2026-10-06)

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT

CRW Ride Participation

CRW rides are open to members and guests. Guests may participate in up to two rides per year before joining the club.

Please click the Register button to sign up for this ride.

Helmets are required on all CRW rides. Riders are expected to follow the CRW Code of Conduct and be familiar with:

Ride Overview

Ride Attribute Definitions

Route(s): https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50183296

Please arrive 10 minutes before start time.

Ride Description

**IF RIDE LEAVES BEFORE SUNRISE, RIDERS MUST HAVE FRONT AND REAR LIGHTS.

Spirited show-and-go (16+ mph) ride for women, women-identifying, and nonbinary riders.
Arrive at least 10 minutes early. The ride leaves PROMPTLY after a mandatory safety talk.
Riders should be well-experienced in riding safely at high speeds in close quarters.
Previous paceline training (e.g., CRW paceline clinic) is required.
Ride does not regroup; dropped riders finish on their own.
For the safety of all, ebikes and aerobars are not permitted on this ride.

Meeting Location

Minuteman Bikeway Trailhead – Alewife
Steel Place and Alewife Station Access Road, Cambridge

Parking

Paid: Alewife Garage — 35 Cambridgepark Drive, Cambridge
Free (short ride to start):
Thorndike Field — 99 Margaret Rd, Arlington
Spy Pond Park — 56 Pond Ln, Arlington

Restrooms

None at the start. A port-a-john is usually available at Thorndike Field.

Weather Cancellation

Cancelled for rain or unsafe conditions.
Decision posted by 10 PM the night before and again at 5 AM ride day if needed.

Ride Leader

Amy Juodawlkis
AJ@crw.org
Ride-day contact (text only): 339-203-7536

Program or Ride Series

This ride is part of the CRW Women’s / Nonbinary Program, welcoming women, nonbinary, and female-identifying cyclists and helping riders connect with others in the club.

Ride Feedback

We welcome your feedback about your ride experience.

Ride Feedback Form

Wednesday Wheelers (2026-10-07)

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

CRW Ride Participation

CRW rides are open to members and guests. Guests may participate in up to two rides per year before joining the club.

Please click the Register button to sign up for this ride.

Helmets are required on all CRW rides. Riders are expected to follow the CRW Code of Conduct and be familiar with:

Ride Description:

If interested, contact Wednesday Wheeler Ride Coordinator

Ride Start Location:

Ride location changes weekly.

Ride Leader(s):

Ride Leaders change weekly

Helen Greitzer - Ride Coordinator helengreitzer@gmail.com

Praline Croissant Women's/NB Ride (20) (2026-10-09)

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT

CRW Ride Participation

CRW rides are open to members and guests. Guests may participate in up to two rides per year before joining the club.

Please click the Register button to sign up for this ride.

Helmets are required on all CRW rides. Riders are expected to follow the CRW Code of Conduct and be familiar with:

Ride Overview

Ride Attribute Definitions

Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45804334 (updated 7/2026)
Please have the route loaded on your navigation device.

Ride Description

To get us all to work on time, this regrouping ride leaves ON TIME and travels at a minimum 13+ mph. Slower riders are welcome to join at their own pace (please have navigation).

Meeting Location

Minuteman Bikeway Trailhead – Alewife
Steel Place and Alewife Station Access Road, Cambridge

LINK to MAP

The ride leaves promptly at the scheduled time. Please arrive 10 minutes before start time.

Parking

Paid: Alewife Garage — 35 Cambridgepark Drive, Cambridge
Free (short ride to start):
Thorndike Field — 99 Margaret Rd, Arlington
Spy Pond Park — 56 Pond Ln, Arlington

Restrooms

None at the start. A port-a-john is usually available at Thorndike Field.

Weather Cancellation

Cancelled for rain or unsafe conditions.
Decision posted by 10 PM the night before and again at 5:30 AM ride day if needed.

Ride Leader

Amy Juodawlkis
AJ@crw.org
Ride-day contact (text only): 339-203-7536

Program or Ride Series

This ride is part of the CRW Women’s / Nonbinary Program, welcoming women, nonbinary, and female-identifying cyclists and helping riders connect with others in the club.

Ride Feedback

We welcome your feedback about your ride experience.

Ride Feedback Form

How Do You Like Them Apples?! (2026-10-10)

Sat, 10 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT

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Ride Description:

Let's bike to a bunch of apple orchards!

Fall is here. This pretty route rolls out to Acton and then heads south through Stow past a half dozen apple orchards. We're not planning to stop at all of them, but if you want to sample them all feel free to stop as much as your stomach will allow.

We will stop at Shelburne Farms and Honey Pot Hill. Maybe we can even convince CRW to buy us donuts at Honey Pot.

Heavy rain or hail cancels.

Ride Start Location:

Weston Town Hall
11 Town House Rd, Weston, MA 02493
(No restrooms at start. Facilities in Concord Center)

Ride Leaders:

Doug Cornelius 617-416-0000 doug.cornelius@gmail.com

Link to RwGPS Route:

44 miles: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/37389524

Intro to Devo -- Weston Flat 40 (2026-10-11)

Sun, 11 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT

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ATTENTION: THE NOVEMBER RIDE WILL ROLL OUT AT 8:30 AM FOR IMPROVED RIDER COMFORT

Ride Description:

This is a drop ride - There is no sweep. All riders should have the route and be able to navigate back to the start if need be. That being said, we'll try to stick together in groups as best we can.

Inclement Weather:

The ride leader will email registrants and post on the "demo" channel of CRW Slack if the ride needs to be cancelled for weather or other reasons.

Equipment requirements:

Bike, helmet, backlights and good humor to deal with what will be thrown at you.

Ride Start Location:

There's ample parking in front of Weston Town Hall. We'll meet in front of town hall at the beginning of the ride. There are plenty of options in town center for lunch or coffee post ride.

Ride Leader(s):

Sean Mahoney - mahoneyhaus@gmail.com

Link to RwGPS Route

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/53516356

South Shore Coastal Loop 2026 (2026-10-11)

Sun, 11 Oct 2026 12:30:00 GMT

Attendees: We welcome your feedback about your event experience here:
Ride Feedback Form

Ride Description:

Ride time is

8:30 sharp, until memorial day weekend
7:30 sharp, Memorial Day weekend - Labor day weekend
8:30 Sharp, after Labor Day

Both the long and short rides start at 7:30 SHARP to avoid traffic. Set your alarm clock for early Sunday morning. you'll be glad you did.

Ride Start Location:

<We start at the Park and Ride across from Home Depot. There are no bathrooms in the Park and Ride, but there are two Dunkin Donuts and a Wendy's with 1 mile of the ride in Rt. 228.

Ride Leader(s):

Andrew Brand andrewmbrand+sscl@gmail.com

Link to RwGPS Route

44 miles https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46074244

56 miles https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46074266

Wednesday Wheelers (2026-10-14)

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

CRW Ride Participation

CRW rides are open to members and guests. Guests may participate in up to two rides per year before joining the club.

Please click the Register button to sign up for this ride.

Helmets are required on all CRW rides. Riders are expected to follow the CRW Code of Conduct and be familiar with:

Ride Description:

If interested, contact Wednesday Wheeler Ride Coordinator

Ride Start Location:

Ride location changes weekly.

Ride Leader(s):

Ride Leaders change weekly

Helen Greitzer - Ride Coordinator helengreitzer@gmail.com

CRW Cranberry Harvest Century 2026 (2026-10-18)

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Cranberry Harvest Century

CRW Centuries are open to members only. Please click the Register button to the left to join the ride.

Ride Description:

The Cranberry Harvest Century (CHC) is a fall classic in Plymouth MA with beautiful routes passing cranberry bogs to Mattapoisett and back. Come join us for another fully-supported event with 4 beautiful routes: 100, 62, 53, and 35 miles. The CHC captures some of the most charming roads in New England. It is also relatively flat and very manageable for riders of all abilities. All rides start at Myles Standish State Forest in Plymouth and travel through the cranberry bogs in Rochester, Wareham, Carver and Acushnet. Rides include rest stops at Eastover and on the beautiful wharf in Mattapoisett. You will enjoy food and drink at rest stops along the route and after party at College Pond at the finish.

Ride Start Location:

Myles Standish State Forest

10 Lower College Pond Rd,

Plymouth, MA

Directions

CARPOOLING IS ENCOURAGED!

Join CRW’s Slack channel and use the #century chatroom to find carpooling buddies! Sign up for Slack here, from any device.

Ride Leader(s):

Check in with a Ride Leader at registration. Which pace group should I join?

100 Miles

Doug Cornelius (doug.cornelius@gmail.com) 19 mph pace

Andrew Black: (apb1288@gmail.com) 16-17 mph pace (likely with regrouping

John O'Dowd (bikejon@verizon.net, 978-760-4705) 16+ mph group, regrouping

62 miles

Jack Gregory (jack.g.gregory@gmail.com) 15 mph pace, regrouping

50 miles:

35 miles:

Link to RwGPS Routes (Routes to be posted 9/15)

100 Mile Route

62 Mile Route

53 Mile Route

35 Mile Route (fully paved route)

Please click the Register button to the left to join the ride or New members register here: Bike Reg

Helmets are required on all CRW rides. Riders are expected to adhere to CRW code of conduct

Attendees:

Century Events are fundraising for CRW; registrations are not refundable.
Transferring a registration is possible by contacting century@crw.org
We welcome your feedback about your event experience here:
Ride Feedback Form

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50242727

Wednesday Wheelers (2026-11-04)

Wed, 04 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

CRW Ride Participation

CRW rides are open to members and guests. Guests may participate in up to two rides per year before joining the club.

Please click the Register button to sign up for this ride.

Helmets are required on all CRW rides. Riders are expected to follow the CRW Code of Conduct and be familiar with:

Ride Description:

If interested, contact Wednesday Wheeler Ride Coordinator

Ride Start Location:

Ride location changes weekly.

Ride Leader(s):

Ride Leaders change weekly

Helen Greitzer - Ride Coordinator helengreitzer@gmail.com