Ridgefield Bicycle Club upcoming events

Travel Gravel #3 - with GrNY.org (04/25/2026)

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 13:45:00 GMT

Description: The goal is to post a Travel Gravel ride once a month. The objective is to ride some awesome gravel routes that are outside of our local area ~ generally within two hours of Ridgefield.

This event is considered a Meet UP event⁽¹⁾for RBC members. Travel Gravel #2 will be in the Dutchess County area. We will be riding with folks from GrNY.org. They have three routes posted on their website (Most of us will be riding the Medium route). Please see their website to download your desired route and gather more information. Also, see the GrNY Strava site to join their club (It's free to join) and RSVP for the event.

We start in the Dover Plains Train Station (use the Market Street parking lot, not the Railroad street parking lot) about 60 minutes from Ridgefield. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before start and have route downloaded. Post ride gathering @ Kelly's Creamery & Kelly's Husband's Food Truck.

⁽¹⁾ RBC Meet UP events are not RBC rides. They are rides from another organization, and as such, RBC members need to sign up and accept the terms of the organization that is running the event. The posting of the event in the RBC calendar are for informational purposes and to facilitate member meet ups for the event.

RIDERS MUST HAVE GRAVEL TIRES. "Recommended" tire width would be 38mm or larger. No road tires allowed on this ride. Riders with road tires will not be checked in and will not be covered under club insurance.

Start Time: 9:45am

Skill Level: All Skill Levels

Asphalt Pace: 12 -16 mph average

Gravel Pace: 6-12 mph average (Terrain dependent)

Route: Download routes from the GrNY.org website

Ride Leader: Jim Lott

Check Wild Apricot for updates and cancellations.

By signing in, you agree to RBSC Waiver and RBC Rules and Etiquette

All Riders are required to

ride in groups of 6 or less,
follow all traffic/trail rules,
know & follow RBSC Group Ride Rules & Etiquette,
bring the route uploaded onto gps, phone or cue sheet

Thank you for your cooperation in keeping us all riding safe.

Travel Gravel #5 - with GrNY.org (05/02/2026)

Sat, 02 May 2026 13:45:00 GMT

This event is considered a Meet UP event⁽¹⁾for RBC members. Travel Gravel #4 will be starting in Pawling, NY. We will spend much of the ride in gorgeous Litchfield County, CT. The NY/CT border has some of the nicest gravel riding in our region. We will be riding with folks from GrNY.org. They have three routes posted on their website (Most of us will be riding the Medium route). Please see their website to download your desired route and gather more information. Also, see the GrNY Strava site to join their club (It's free to join) and RSVP for the event.

We start in the ********* Train Station

Start Time: 9:45am

Skill Level: All Skill Levels

Asphalt Pace: 12 -16 mph average

Gravel Pace: 6-12 mph average (Terrain dependent)

Route: Download routes from the GrNY.org website

Ride Leader: Jim Lott

Check Wild Apricot for updates and cancellations.

By signing in, you agree to RBSC Waiver and RBC Rules and Etiquette

All Riders are required to

ride in groups of 6 or less,
follow all traffic/trail rules,
know & follow RBSC Group Ride Rules & Etiquette,
bring the route uploaded onto gps, phone or cue sheet

Thank you for your cooperation in keeping us all riding safe.

Battenkill: Queen of the Classics | RBC Rides Together (05/09/2026)

Sat, 09 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Description: Battenkill: Queen of the Classics | RBC Rides Together

Date/Day/Time: May 9th - Saturday - 8:00 am start time

Who is this For?: With the distance offerings, any cyclist familiar and confident in their equipment should feel welcome! Avg speeds range from 12mph to 18mph and above!

Come ready to ride! The Battenkill is a mixed terrain race & fondo with overall & age group awards. There are three "Fondo" lengths to choose from ... the Gran (62 miles), Mid (45 miles) and Mini (23 miles). The routes pass through the villages and hamlets of Southern Washington County, NY with a mixed terrain and up to 20% dirt/gravel roads. This is a Meet-Up eventfor RBC members (not a club sponsored ride) and we've had a fantastic experience in prior years. Be sure to register both here (to let your fellow members know you expect to attend) and then at the event registration at https//www.bikereg.com/battenkill

RBC Meet UP events are not RBC rides. RBC members need to sign up and accept the terms of the organization that is running the event. The posting of the event in the RBC calendar are for informational purposes and to facilitate member meet ups for the event.

Dirty Dutchess - GRAVEL Event (05/09/2026)

Sat, 09 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Description: Come ready to ride the Dirty Dutchess. This event is considered a Meet UP event⁽¹⁾for RBC members.

The short course 40 miles/2500ft will take you past horse farms, hidden lakes, and the famous Omega Institute. The mostly rolling mixed terrain will make for a great day on the bike. This route will be restricted to the western side of the Taconic Parkway.

The long route , the Metric, also mixed terrain will bring pain at 62 miles/5500ft of climbing. You will pass farms and homes of grand stature. some owned or formerly owned by stars of stage, screen and sports. This route will be almost entirely on the western side of the Taconic Parkway but does venture to the east side

Intro to Gravel 20 miles 1200ft of climbing. This is a group leader led ride and we all stay together. There is no rest stop but there is a store. Bring a proper road or gravel bike.

Riders must have gravel tires with "Recommended" minimum 38mm gravel tire width. No road tires allowed on this ride. Riders with road tires will not be checked in.

PLEASE REGISTER AT

https://www.bikereg.com/dirtydutchess

Start Time: 8:00 am

Skill Level: B and above

Asphalt Pace: 13 -16 mph average

Gravel Pace: 6-12 mph average (Terrain dependent)

Route:

Ride Leader: Jim Lott

Check Wild Apricot for updates and cancellations.

By signing in, you agree to RBSC Waiver and RBC Rules and Etiquette

All Riders are required to

ride in groups of 6 or less,
follow all traffic/trail rules,
know & follow RBSC Group Ride Rules & Etiquette,
bring the route uploaded onto gps, phone or cue sheet

Thank you for your cooperation in keeping us all riding safe.

Gravel Ride from the West Cornwall Bridge (05/11/2026)

Mon, 11 May 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Description: West Cornwall 34 ... B "Travel Gravel" Destination Ride

Date/Day/Time: May 11th - Monday - 9:30am

Who is this Ride For?: Mixed surface (30% unpaved) ride for B/B- level

We will leave from the parking area just below the West Cornwall Covered Bridge on the East Side. This is shown as "canoe access" on Google Maps. There is a Port a Potty in the lot, and room for parking 10-12 cars. If we have a large group we will need to coordinate carpooling.

The ride goes up to just over the MA border to Sheffield, MA. and back between the beautiful Twin Lakes in CT. The ride is ~30% on dirt/gravel.

We will plan to picnic by the Housatonic after the ride, so bring food and drinks. The swimming there can be nice, so bring a bathing suit and water shoes (It is a rocky bottom) if you would like to swim. It is early in the season, so the water will be cold.

Start Time: 9:30am

Starting Point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/NgV7YK9Ebq8x6gXu6

Pace: 14- 15mph average

Route: West Cornwall 34 Gravel

Ride Leader: Roger Van Ausdal

Important: Group riding skills essential, check Wild Apricot for updates or cancellation.

Safety Notes:

There are ~ 4 rough rail track crossings on River Road at the begining and end of the ride. Exercise caution & use good protocol for crossing the tracks.
A little beyond Mile 23 the a left hand turn is required on the busy Canaan Road beyond a blind curve. It makes sense to go 50 yards further and turn around in a school on the left. You can then make a right hand turn onto Wild Cat Hollow Road

By signing in, you agree to RBSC Waiver and RBC Rules and Etiquette

All Riders are required to

ride in groups of 6 or less,
follow all traffic/trail rules,
know & follow RBSC Group Ride Rules & Etiquette,
bring the route uploaded onto gps, phone or cue sheet

Thank you for your cooperation in keeping us all riding safe.

Farmer's Daughter | RBC Rides Together (05/17/2026)

Sun, 17 May 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Description: Farmer's Daughter | RBC Rides Together

Date/Day/Time: May 17th - Sunday - 9:00 am start time

Who is this For?: The Farmer's Daughter Gravel Grinder (FDGG) is “the must do spring cycling event in the Northeast.” To celebrate, we've added the Farmer's Granddaughter, a shortened route with no single track/ trail sections! Regardless of which course you ride, you'll be treated to some of the most beautiful scenery in the Northeast, with plenty of climbing, and plenty of fun descents to match.

Farmer's Daughter is 63 miles with 6,000+ feet of climbing.
Farmer's Granddaughter is 43 miles with 3,700 feet of climbing.

A gravel bike or cross bike, is optimal for the course, and a hard-tail mountain bike would also work well. RBC recommends 38mm tires or wider for this course.

This is a Meet-Up eventfor RBC members (not a club sponsored ride) and we've had a fantastic experience in prior years. Be sure to register both here (to let your fellow members know you expect to attend) and then at the event registration at https://www.bikereg.com/72873. As of April 9, there were less than 200 spots remaining so register soon!

Neutral Ground - ROAD & GRAVEL Event (06/06/2026)

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Description: Come ready to ride the Neutral Ground. This event is considered a Meet UP event⁽¹⁾for RBC members.

t’s time to get your elbows in, because Neutral Ground is back for year four.

Our annual bike party, group ride, and expo is back, and registration is officially open. Neutral Ground returns for year four on Saturday, June 6th in Katonah, NY — and we’d love to have you with us again.

The Ride

We’re bringing the heat with both a road and gravel ride on some scenic Northern Westchester roads. Whether you’re here to get through the course or crush it with friends, Neutral Ground has you covered. Keep it fast and loose.

We’re offering both a Road Course and a Gravel Course. Both routes will take advantage of the best roads Northern Westchester has to offer. The gravel course has a mix of tame dirt, chunky gravel, and some paved roads stringing it all together.

We’ll have timed Strava segments on both routes for those who want to go for it. Fastest times on the day take home prizes, backed by Rapha.

Routes will be posted soon.

Riders must have gravel tires with "Recommended" minimum 38mm gravel tire width. No road tires allowed on this ride. Riders with road tires will not be checked in.

PLEASE REGISTER AT

https://acmebicycle.co/neutralground

Start Time: 9:00 am

Skill Level: B and above

Asphalt Pace: 13 -16 mph average

Gravel Pace: 6-12 mph average (Terrain dependent)

Route:

Ride Leader: Jim Lott

Check Wild Apricot for updates and cancellations.

By signing in, you agree to RBSC Waiver and RBC Rules and Etiquette

All Riders are required to

ride in groups of 6 or less,
follow all traffic/trail rules,
know & follow RBSC Group Ride Rules & Etiquette,
bring the route uploaded onto gps, phone or cue sheet

Thank you for your cooperation in keeping us all riding safe.

Gravel Ride in the Gunks (06/17/2026)

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Description: Gravel Ride the Gunks! ... B "Travel Gravel" Destination Ride

Date/Day/Time: June 17th - Wednesday - 9.30AM

Who is the Ride For?: B Paced No-Drop Gravel Ride

Minnewaska State Park and the Mohonk Preserve provide a stunning backdrop to this excellent gravel ride. The overlooks and vistas can't be described .. this is a ride not to miss! This ride is suitable for gravel and mountain bikes. Please bring plenty of water, mid-ride snacks and we recommend you pack a lunch for after as there is very little around the area.

Pace: B pace, HPG12

Route: Minnewaska Mohonk 23 - Modified

Ride Leader: Roger Van Ausdal.

Important: The route around Lake Awosting is closed for construction, so we will be staying to the east of Lake Awosting. Also, the swimming at the lake does not open until Saturday.

Parking: https://maps.app.goo.gl/QPV4vofPiw3vkUHv6

Parking is at Minnewaska State Park. Parking is $10 per car at Minnewaska, but it does not include the permit for riding in Mohonk Preserve or the Mohonk Mountain House property. (In the past we have gotten away with parking at Minnewaska and riding in Mohonk.)

Drive time: The drive takes about 1 1/2 hours from RBSC.

Travel Gravel Berkshires (08/22/2026)

Sat, 22 Aug 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Description: Southern Berkshires ... B/B+ destination "travel gravel" ride.

Date/Day/Time: August 22nd - Saturday - 9:30am

Who is this For?: For the seasoned B/B+ gravel explorer! With 80% unpaved and 6,000' elevation this is a ride requiring rigor!

With good reason, folks say, "it is pretty hard to go wrong with Berkshire's gravel!" This 50 mile, 6,000' elevation gain, 80% unpaved gravel route will give you an understanding of why! With 40 miles of dirt roads, and special views at every turn, this is a ride to that both challenges and rewards! Travel time is about 100 minutes from Ridgefield and be aware there is limited cell phone coverage or services (food, water, repair) in the area. Be sure to download the route before leaving home, and be sure you are equipped for self-reliance. There are no Ubers or Lyfts to bail you out! Please arrive 15 minutes before and have the route downloaded. Expect about 4-1/2 hours of moving time. Break at the Monterrey Roadside Cafe (mile 28) .. with clean bathrooms, coffee, pastries/cookies great seating and water. Each cyclist is on their own for any incurred expenses at the stop.

Start Location: York Lake trail head ... not easy to find, please arrive 15 minutes early. Limited (none) cell-phone coverage in area.

Pace: B/B+ pace (HPG12) .. expect about12 mph average

Route: York Lake 50

Ride Leader: Bill Adamsen bill.adamsen@gmail.com 917.796.4284

Other Requirements: Riders must have gravel tires with recommended tire width not less than 38mm. No road tires allowed on this ride. Riders with road tires will not be checked in and will not be covered under club insurance. Please have route downloaded. Check Wild Apricot for updates and cancellations.

By signing in, you agree to RBSC Waiver and RBC Rules and Etiquette

All Riders are required to

ride in groups of 6 or less,
follow all traffic/trail rules,
know & follow RBSC Group Ride Rules & Etiquette,
bring the route uploaded onto gps, phone or cue sheet

Thank you for your cooperation in keeping us all riding safe.