Promoting long distance unsupported cycling in the Pittsburgh region
Taking the pleasant Ohio-based portions of our classic Kittens and Puppies route, but skipping the ever-worsening segment on Rt 51, this is a pleasant jaunt into eastern Ohio and back....Read more
It's been a while since we've offered Meanville Greenville (A two-Sheetz ride, for those keeping score). Starting in scenic downtown Zelienople, we'll head north, skirting New Castle and pausing in...Read more
Let's put a team together to ride the PA Randonneurs Fleche. The earliest start is April 25th; the recommended is April the 27th, with a finish on Sunday the 28th....Read more
(Contrary to usual 100K practice, we're starting this one at 7 AM, to avoid the worst of the traffic on Allegheny River Blvd and Freeport Rd.) Starting at the Bud...Read more
The McConnell's Mills 200K route has undergone a bit of revision since its inception: one of the controles (the Creighton Sheetz) no longer exists, and the final leg of the...Read more
Originally, this was to be a revival of an old route into Ohio...the Minerva Cheese Ride, named for reasons that have faded into the mists of time. Sadly, after scouting,...Read more
The classic 12-hour ultracycling race has returned, with the addition of a 24-hour RAAM qualifier!
See the event web site for more details: https://www.bikereg.com/calvins-challenge-2024
Okay, first off, let me be clear...it's actually 108K, if that deters anyone :-) This one has a mix of traditional and new segments, with the majority of roads smoothly...Read more
It's been a few years, so let's dust off one of our kinder, gentler 400K routes. Starting at the Comfort Inn in Cranberry, we head north through Evans City (passing...Read more
(Since your RBA didn't have a chance to ride it last time, we're going to offer the McConnell's Mills 200K again.) The McConnell's Mills 200K route has undergone a bit...Read more
The Seven Mountains 600K is a new, 'adventure style' mixed surface route, combining 72% pavement, 21% rail trail, and about 7% gravel road. It starts in Delmont and follows a...Read more