Promoting long distance unsupported cycling in the Pittsburgh region
We offered this in the early spring...it was such a lovely ride that I wanted to offer it again as a fall foliage oppurtunity Starting in scenic downtown Zelienople, we'll head north, skirting New Castle and pausing in New Wilmington on the way to our first Sheetz stop in Greenville. Then, we head southeast through...Read more
Taking the mostly-flat 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. The ride starts and ends in Monaca, PA, at Pump House Park. (Note that there is parking at several locations scattered around the park, all...Read more
This simple out-and-back route starts and ends at the Boathouse in North Park, where the discriminating eye may note the OTB bar and restaurant exists for post-ride refreshment. Registration closes: Thursday November 7th Inspection opens: Saturday November 9th 6:30 AM Ride start: Saturday November 9th 7:00 AM (13:30 time limit) Requirements: current RUSA membership, signed...Read more
To shake off the wintry cobwebs, and in honor of the 6th year of the International Women's Day Together We Ride , we'll enjoy a tour of the trail system near Pittsburgh. Only one climb of note, and a simple, pleasant way to explore the city environs without needing to duel with traffic. There's some...Read more
Another classic early-season ride, starting in Homestead PA and striking east to Weirton West Virginia before returning via the south along the Mon River. Of some note is that the last 40-ish miles of this route are nearly flat (by southwestern PA standards, anyway), providing a welcome respite from our otherwise unrelenting hills. Registration closes:...Read more
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. The ride starts and ends in Monaca, PA, at Pump House Park. (Note that there is parking at several locations scattered around the park, all...Read more
New for 2025: an homage to our long-departed flat riverside K&P route, this route starts in Beaver Falls and heads west into Ohio. Although the first 4 miles are almost entirely uphill, it's a gradual climb, with a strategically placed Sheetz just around the corner from the trailhead. Registration closes: Thursday April 17th 2024 Inspection...Read more
A big thank-you to Bill Huber for letting us know about a road closure that affects the route. Per Bill: On the Greenville 200k, at mile 99.5, the bridge over Slippery Rock Creek is out and totally closed for the rest of the summer. I've been getting around it by leaving Slippery Rock south on...Read more
Registration closes: Thursday May 15th 2025 Inspection opens: Saturday May 17th 04:30 AM Requirements: current RUSA membership, signed waiver Ride start: Saturday May 17th 7:00 AM (21:00 time limit) Route:
Notable for the elevation profile, this route leads off with 20 miles of riverside riding, then an overland climb across the ridge, followed by a flat and easy return on the GAP. Registration closes: Thursday May 22nd 2025 Inspection opens: Saturday May 24th 06:30 AM Requirements: current RUSA membership, signed waiver Ride start: Saturday May...Read more
Running in conjunction with the AMCUP 200K, both events leave Ohiopyle at 7 AM and share the same initial route over Sugarloaf into Confluence After Confluence, we'll make our way north through Kingwood and New Lexington before heading towards Normalville via the dreaded Jim Mtn Rd climb. Finally, after crestijng Laurel Ridge, we'll enjoy a...Read more
Running in conjunction with the new AMCUP 100K route, both events leave Ohiopyle at 7 AM and share the same initial route over Sugarloaf into Confluence. After Confluence, we'll climb...Read more