Upcoming Rides
- Wednesday, September 11, 2024
- 6:15pC/141615.715.70Trek Evening Shop Ride-16 milesJason Ingargiola
Lights required as we finish near sundown.
Join us at Trek Fairfield for a ride through Fairfield, Southport, and Westport along familiar club roads. The route leaves from the store parking lot on Black Rock Turnpike and follows Mill Plain Rd into Southport then turns inland and northeast back to the store. Flat & fast first half with most of the elevation in the second half.
- 9:30aC/13.52221.721.70Waveny Wonder - Back to ParkJeff Munk
Scenic route goes south into Darien traveling along Long Island Sound, with a stop at Rowayton Market, then turns north to New Canaan. Park in the lot on the left near the top of the hill coming from South Ave. Lunch: After ride: Mead Memorial Park, 241 Park St., New Canaan.
- 9:30aD/112221.721.70Waveny Wonder - DriftwoodCatherine BeckmannScenic route goes south into Darien traveling along Long Island Sound, with a stop at Rowayton Market, then turns north to New Canaan. Park in the lot on the left near the top of the hill coming from South Ave. Lunch: After ride: Mead Memorial Park, 241 Park St., New Canaan.
- 9:30aE/9.91818.318.30Waveny Down to the SoundDon Stillman
RIde from Waveny Park to the Sound in Rowayton and back. This is a fairly flat ride with some climbs back up to New Canaan. Meet in the parking lot closest to the South Ave entrance of the park. The lot is located at the top of the hill on the left.
- Thursday, September 12, 2024
- 5:30pB/183131.031.00Tour de L'eauShowNGo ShowNGo
Come join us for a spirited ride through Fairfield, Southport, and Westport. The ride leaves Ext. 46 from the Merritt Parkway and climbs Rt58 before heading down to the beaches of Westport and Fairfield, then heads north back to the lot. This is a ride intended for B- riders that are looking for a good interval workout with a final sprint at the end.
Starting point is being moved to Exit 44 due to the reduced amount of daylight.
- 5:45pB-/172525.025.00Up Down Greenwich - Bax CyclesGary Bebell
- 5:45pB-/16.72222.022.00Thursday Night Coastal Cruiser Coleytown +Bronson RouteDavid DanversThursday Night Ride Alternate
- 9:30aC+/15.52828.028.00Longshore Ramble - 28 mile rideJack MailRelaxing, scenic ride from beautiful Longshore Park along Compo beach before a few manageable hills inland then returning back along Southport and Compo beaches, with stop at Greenfield Hill Market in Fairfield during ride.
- 9:30aC/13.52828.028.00Longshore Ramble - 28 mile rideJeff MunkRelaxing, scenic ride from beautiful Longshore Park along Compo beach before a few manageable hills inland then returning back along Southport and Compo beaches, with stop at Greenfield Hill Market in Fairfield during ride.
- 9:30aD/11.52222.422.40Longshore Ramble - 22 mile rideNancy RosettA shoreline version of the standard Thursday weekday ride.
- 9aE/102222.422.40Longshore Ramble22Patricia Fahey
- Friday, September 13, 2024
- 4pC+/153131.131.10Trumbull-Monroe Backroads TourG Michael DeAngelis
Tour the back roads of Trumbull and Monroe, passing all the major lakes and ponds in Trumbull, and traveling over quiet country lanes in Monroe. The lunch stop comes later in the ride in Monroe. The route has 2,000 feet of climbing or 65 ft. per mile.
- 9aC/143131.031.00Twin Brooks Park Ride (31 miles)Jason IngargiolaLoop through the rolling hills of Trumbull and the Huntington section of Shelton with views of the Trap Falls Reservoir and Pinewood Lake.
- Saturday, September 14, 2024
- 8:30aB/18101101.0101.00Coastal CenturyBrian SheaIt's one of the rides you look forward to all season long and its popularity continues to grow. It's the annual Coastal Century, an out-of-area century ride designed exclusively for SCBC. The distinctive, original course maximizes the scenery and minimizes the climbing (just 6,100 feet of elevation gain and only two big hills, both in the first 45 miles) as it winds clockwise through rural farmland, state forests and then the coastline communities from Old Saybrook to Guilford. Unlike other century rides, there's no registration fee and no reservation is required. But this is a self-supported ride and you're advised to pack some extra energy bars and bring $20 for food and drinks. Brief stops for fluids and snacks at miles 28 and 76. At mile 54 in Essex, we will take a full-length rest stop for sandwiches and your favorite sugary sweets. There is a bailout option at this point for an 80 mile route.
- 8:30aB-/175353.053.00Bethel and More BeachesDrew Berescik
An extended version of the original Bethel to Beaches ride out of the exit 18 CPL. Warm up with a ride down to Compo Beach before heading up to Bethel. Return trip includes a 16 mile ride down Route 58 into Fairfield with a ride past Penfield Beach and scenic Southport.
Ride departs out of Sherwood Isle to coincide with the Pizza Social.
- 8:45aB/174645.845.80Bloomin Metric 2024 - 75 KMShowNGo ShowNGo
2024 Bloomin Metric 75K route. Food stop at Redding Ridge Market at mile 20.
- 8:30aB-/16.8101101.0101.00Coastal CenturyJon Swallen
A JOINT CLUB RIDE hosted by Sound Cyclists and New Haven Bicycle Club.
It's one of the rides you look forward to all season long and its popularity continues to grow. It's the annual Coastal Century, an out-of-area century ride designed exclusively for SCBC. The distinctive, original course maximizes the scenery and minimizes the climbing (less than 5,000 feet of elevation gain and only two big hills, both in the first 45 miles) as it winds clockwise through rural farmland, state forests and then the coastline communities from Old Saybrook to Guilford. Unlike other century rides, there's no registration fee. But this is a self-supported ride and you're expected to be self-reliant when it comes to navigtion and/or roadside bicycle repairs. Pack some extra energy bars and have money to buy food and drinks at the three designated rest stops along the route.
- 9aC+/153737.437.40Dam Ride NewEd Benison
Starting from Sherwood Island so we end near the Pizza!!
- 9aC+/14.53030.430.40Almost Thirty SomethingJane Allen
Alternate Start Location Sherwood Island State Park!!! This double loop cycles the shoreline in Westport, followed by a quiet country lane with a small pasture in Fairfield. After the inland return past the start, we circle around the Westport Train Station before continuing on to Calf Pasture Beach in Norwalk, and then back though Longshore Park and Compo Beach in Westport.
- 9aC/13.53030.430.40Almost Thirty SomethingCharles Foster
NOTE THE ALTERNATE START LOCATION! Sherwood Island State Park meet in the lot near the pavilion.
This double loop cycles the shoreline in Westport, followed by a quiet country lane with a small pasture in Fairfield. After the inland return past the start, we circle around the Westport Train Station before continuing on to Calf Pasture Beach in Norwalk, and then back though Longshore Park and Compo Beach in Westport. Than back to Sherwood Island State Par
- 9:30aD+/12.52626.026.00Early Bird to Catamount Backwards - See Alternate StartJeff Munk
Alternate Start Location: Sherwood Island State Park
This is part of the Pizza Ride Event.
Starting with the traditional Early Bird to Catamount, this route takes a backward course, first going up Sturges Hwy and then down Banks North and Redding Rd.
- 9:15aD+/122525.025.00Bloomin Metric 2015 - 40 KMTom Ebersold
Follow the shoreline through Westport and Southport with the usual climb up Greenfield Hill. The return is down Sturges to Hillandale Road. Actual mileage will be 25 miles because we will skip the out and back to the Westport Health Department.
- 9:30aE/102020.020.00Beyond SherwoodDon StillmanJust a nice leisurely ride through coastal Westport and into lower Fairfield before returning to Sherwood Island.
- Sunday, September 15, 2024
- 8:45aB/17.54444.044.00Darien Bedford DashShowNGo ShowNGoThis course follows the easiest terrain possible between Darien and Bedford and makes for a delightful spin. Just 2,800 feet of climbing gain, for an average gradient of 1.14%. Food stop.
- 8:30aC+/153030.030.00Wilton Outdoor 30 milesEd BenisonA nice ride that gets off main roads and travels north along quiet roads and loops around and back to Outdoor Sports
- 9:30aE/102020.020.00Muffin RideBobbie KinnRide down to the Sound and then gently back up to New Canaan for a stop at the CT Muffin Shop. Bail out at 10 miles but you'll miss the yummy muffins. Food stop.
- Tuesday, September 17, 2024
- 5:30pB/182626.026.00Tuesday Night Spin (TNS) to Valley ForgeDrew Berescik
An alternative Tuesday night route with better road surfaces and avoids rush hour traffic through Saugatuck. Ride goes up to Valley Forge and the reservoir. Extended stretches allow for pace lining. Return down to the water and a mellow ride around Compo beach in reverse.
Due to reduced daylight, we are reverting to the original route. Cautious riding recommended on Valley Forge.
- 7pGRV/13.52020.020.00Full Moon Ride on the Pequonnock River Trail, Trumbull to Newtown (RT)Jason Ingargiola
Peaceful ride on shady rail trail that is mostly hard-packed stone dust, perfected suited to a hybrid bicycle. The flat to rolling terrain means there are no hills on this ride! The highlights are the pedal along the Pequonnock River in Trumbull, and through Wolfe Park in Monroe. Seasonal restrooms may be available at Wolfe Park. If you are thinking of trying an off-road ride and don't know what to expect, this the perfect ride for you. No stores, so bring food and water. The route has 6.4 miles of pavement and one narrow single-track section at the end in Newtown that is easily skipped.
- Wednesday, September 18, 2024
- 6:15pC/141615.715.70Trek Evening Shop Ride-15milesJason Ingargiola
Lights required as we finish near sundown.
Join us at Trek Fairfield for a ride through Fairfield, Southport, and Westport along familiar club roads. The route leaves from the store parking lot on Black Rock Turnpike and follows Mill Plain Rd into Southport then turns inland and northeast back to the store. Flat & fast first half with most of the elevation in the second half.
- 9:30aC/13.52221.721.70Waveny Wonder - Back to ParkJeff MunkScenic route goes south into Darien traveling along Long Island Sound, with a stop at Rowayton Market, then turns north to New Canaan. Park in the lot on the left near the top of the hill coming from South Ave. Lunch: After ride: Mead Memorial Park, 241 Park St., New Canaan.
- 9:30aD/112221.721.70Waveny Wonder - DriftwoodCatherine BeckmannScenic route goes south into Darien traveling along Long Island Sound, with a stop at Rowayton Market, then turns north to New Canaan. Park in the lot on the left near the top of the hill coming from South Ave. Lunch: After ride: Mead Memorial Park, 241 Park St., New Canaan.
- 9:30aE/9.91818.318.30Waveny Down to the SoundDon Stillman
RIde from Waveny Park to the Sound in Rowayton and back. This is a fairly flat ride with some climbs back up to New Canaan. Meet in the parking lot closest to the South Ave entrance of the park. The lot is located at the top of the hill on the left.
- Thursday, September 19, 2024
- 5:30pB/183131.031.00Tour de L'eauDrew Berescik
Come join us for a spirited ride through Fairfield, Southport, and Westport. The ride leaves Ext. 46 from the Merritt Parkway and climbs Rt58 before heading down to the beaches of Westport and Fairfield, then heads north back to the lot. This is a ride intended for B- riders that are looking for a good interval workout with a final sprint at the end.
Starting is being moved to Exit 44 due to the reduced amount of daylight.
- 9:30aC+/15.52828.028.00Longshore Ramble - 28 mile rideJack MailRelaxing, scenic ride from beautiful Longshore Park along Compo beach before a few manageable hills inland then returning back along Southport and Compo beaches, with stop at Greenfield Hill Market in Fairfield during ride.
- 9:30aC/13.52828.028.00Longshore Ramble - 28 mile rideJeff MunkRelaxing, scenic ride from beautiful Longshore Park along Compo beach before a few manageable hills inland then returning back along Southport and Compo beaches, with stop at Greenfield Hill Market in Fairfield during ride.
- 9:30aD/11.52222.422.40Longshore Ramble - 22 mile rideNancy RosettA shoreline version of the standard Thursday weekday ride.
- 9aE/102222.422.40Longshore Ramble - 22 mile ridePatricia FaheyA shoreline version of the standard Thursday weekday ride.
- Tuesday, September 24, 2024
- 5:30pB/182626.026.00Tuesday Night Spin (TNS) to Valley ForgeDrew Berescik
An alternative Tuesday night route with better road surfaces and avoids rush hour traffic through Saugatuck. Ride goes up to Valley Forge and the reservoir. Extended stretches allow for pace lining. Return down to the water and a mellow ride around Compo beach in reverse.
Due to reduced daylight, we are reverting to the original route. Cautious riding recommended on Valley Forge.
- Wednesday, September 25, 2024
- 6:15pC/141615.715.70Trek Evening Shop Ride-15milesJason Ingargiola
Lights required as we finish near sundown.
Join us at Trek Fairfield for a ride through Fairfield, Southport, and Westport along familiar club roads. The route leaves from the store parking lot on Black Rock Turnpike and follows Mill Plain Rd into Southport then turns inland and northeast back to the store. Flat & fast first half with most of the elevation in the second half.
- 9:30aC/13.52221.721.70Waveny Wonder - Back to ParkJeff MunkScenic route goes south into Darien traveling along Long Island Sound, with a stop at Rowayton Market, then turns north to New Canaan. Park in the lot on the left near the top of the hill coming from South Ave. Lunch: After ride: Mead Memorial Park, 241 Park St., New Canaan.
- 9:30aD/112221.721.70Waveny Wonder - DriftwoodCatherine BeckmannScenic route goes south into Darien traveling along Long Island Sound, with a stop at Rowayton Market, then turns north to New Canaan. Park in the lot on the left near the top of the hill coming from South Ave. Lunch: After ride: Mead Memorial Park, 241 Park St., New Canaan.
- Thursday, September 26, 2024
- 5:30pB/183131.031.00Tour de L'eauShowNGo ShowNGo
Come join us for a spirited ride through Fairfield, Southport, and Westport. The ride leaves Ext. 46 from the Merritt Parkway and climbs Rt58 before heading down to the beaches of Westport and Fairfield, then heads north back to the lot. This is a ride intended for B- riders that are looking for a good interval workout with a final sprint at the end.
Starting point is being moved to Exit 44 due to the reduced amount of daylight.
- 9:30aC+/15.52828.028.00Longshore Ramble - 28 mile rideJack MailRelaxing, scenic ride from beautiful Longshore Park along Compo beach before a few manageable hills inland then returning back along Southport and Compo beaches, with stop at Greenfield Hill Market in Fairfield during ride.
- 9:30aC/13.52828.028.00Longshore Ramble - 28 mile rideJeff MunkRelaxing, scenic ride from beautiful Longshore Park along Compo beach before a few manageable hills inland then returning back along Southport and Compo beaches, with stop at Greenfield Hill Market in Fairfield during ride.
- 9:30aD/11.52222.422.40Longshore Ramble - 22 mile rideNancy RosettA shoreline version of the standard Thursday weekday ride.
- 9aE/102222.422.40Longshore Ramble - 22 mile ridePatricia FaheyA shoreline version of the standard Thursday weekday ride.
- Saturday, September 28, 2024
- 8:30aD+/12.52626.026.00Early Bird to Catamount BackwardsJeff MunkStarting with the traditional Early Bird to Catamount, this route takes a backward course, first going up Sturges Hwy and then down Banks North and Redding Rd.
- Wednesday, October 2, 2024
- 9:30aC/13.52221.721.70Waveny Wonder - Back to ParkJeff MunkScenic route goes south into Darien traveling along Long Island Sound, with a stop at Rowayton Market, then turns north to New Canaan. Park in the lot on the left near the top of the hill coming from South Ave. Lunch: After ride: Mead Memorial Park, 241 Park St., New Canaan.
- Thursday, October 3, 2024
- 9:30aC/13.52828.028.00Longshore Ramble - 28 mile rideJeff MunkRelaxing, scenic ride from beautiful Longshore Park along Compo beach before a few manageable hills inland then returning back along Southport and Compo beaches, with stop at Greenfield Hill Market in Fairfield during ride.
- 9:30aD/11.52222.422.40Longshore Ramble - 22 mile rideNancy RosettA shoreline version of the standard Thursday weekday ride.
- Saturday, October 5, 2024
- 8:30aD+/12.52626.026.00Early Bird to Catamount BackwardsJeff Munk
Starting with the traditional Early Bird to Catamount, this route takes a backward course, first going up Sturges Hwy and then down Banks North and Redding Rd.
- Sunday, October 6, 2024
- 9:30aC+/15.53131.031.00NECC Charity Ride - 31Jack MailThis Charity Ride is for raising funds to support Northeast Community Cycles. This ride is from the SCBC rides library and has been adapted for this charity event. Please be aware that it requires registration and a donation of $40.00. Click on the URL link below to register for the event and make your $40.00 donation, which is required in order to ride. You will also need to Sign Up as you normally do for a ride. Register/Donate: https://sites.google.com/tt-endurance.com/recycle-a-bike-fundraiser-tour/home
- 9:30aC/13.53131.031.00NECC Charity Ride - 31Jeff Munk
This Charity Ride is for raising funds to support Northeast Community Cycles. This ride is from the SCBC rides library and has been adapted for this charity event. Please be aware that it requires registration and a donation of $40.00. Click on the URL link below to register for the event and make your $40.00 donation, which is required in order to ride. You will also need to Sign Up as you normally do for a ride. Register/Donate: https://sites.google.com/tt-endurance.com/recycle-a-bike-fundraiser-tour/home
- 10aD/11.52121.321.30NECC Charity Ride - 21Mary Lou MurphyThis Charity Ride is for raising funds to support Northeast Community Cycles. This ride is from the SCBC rides library and has been adapted for this charity event. Please be aware that it requires registration and a donation of $40.00. Click on the URL link below to register for the event and make your $40.00 donation, which is required in order to ride. You will also need to Sign Up as you normally do for a ride. Register/Donate: https://sites.google.com/tt-endurance.com/recycle-a-bike-fundraiser-tour/home
- 10aE/102121.321.30NECC Charity Ride - 21Patricia FaheyThis Charity Ride is for raising funds to support Northeast Community Cycles. This ride is from the SCBC rides library and has been adapted for this charity event. Please be aware that it requires registration and a donation of $40.00. Click on the URL link below to register for the event and make your $40.00 donation, which is required in order to ride. You will also need to Sign Up as you normally do for a ride. Register/Donate: https://sites.google.com/tt-endurance.com/recycle-a-bike-fundraiser-tour/home
- Wednesday, October 9, 2024
- 9:30aC/13.52221.721.70Waveny Wonder - Back to ParkJeff MunkScenic route goes south into Darien traveling along Long Island Sound, with a stop at Rowayton Market, then turns north to New Canaan. Park in the lot on the left near the top of the hill coming from South Ave. Lunch: After ride: Mead Memorial Park, 241 Park St., New Canaan.
- Thursday, October 10, 2024
- 9:30aC/13.52828.028.00Longshore Ramble - 28 mile rideJeff MunkRelaxing, scenic ride from beautiful Longshore Park along Compo beach before a few manageable hills inland then returning back along Southport and Compo beaches, with stop at Greenfield Hill Market in Fairfield during ride.
- 9:30aD/11.52222.422.40Longshore Ramble - 22 mile rideNancy RosettA shoreline version of the standard Thursday weekday ride.
- Sunday, October 13, 2024
- 9aC/13.52727.027.00Fairfield-Westport Great Circle TourJeff MunkCycle along the shoreline in Fairfield, Southport and Westport before taking an inland loop through northern Fairfield and a bit of Easton. Meet at the narrow lot on the southbound side of Rt. 58.
- Wednesday, October 16, 2024
- 9:30aC/13.52221.721.70Waveny Wonder - Back to ParkJeff MunkScenic route goes south into Darien traveling along Long Island Sound, with a stop at Rowayton Market, then turns north to New Canaan. Park in the lot on the left near the top of the hill coming from South Ave. Lunch: After ride: Mead Memorial Park, 241 Park St., New Canaan.
- Thursday, October 17, 2024
- 9:30aC/13.52828.028.00Longshore Ramble - 28 mile rideJeff MunkRelaxing, scenic ride from beautiful Longshore Park along Compo beach before a few manageable hills inland then returning back along Southport and Compo beaches, with stop at Greenfield Hill Market in Fairfield during ride.
- 7pGRV/13.52020.020.00Full Moon Ride on the Pequonnock River Trail, Trumbull to Newtown (RT)Jason Ingargiola
Peaceful ride on shady rail trail that is mostly hard-packed stone dust, perfected suited to a hybrid bicycle. The flat to rolling terrain means there are no hills on this ride! The highlights are the pedal along the Pequonnock River in Trumbull, and through Wolfe Park in Monroe. Seasonal restrooms may be available at Wolfe Park. If you are thinking of trying an off-road ride and don't know what to expect, this the perfect ride for you. No stores, so bring food and water. The route has 6.4 miles of pavement and one narrow single-track section at the end in Newtown that is easily skipped.
- 9:30aD/11.52222.422.40Longshore Ramble - 22 mile rideNancy RosettA shoreline version of the standard Thursday weekday ride.
- Saturday, October 19, 2024
- 8:30aD+/12.52626.026.00Early Bird to Catamount BackwardsJeff Munk
Starting with the traditional Early Bird to Catamount, this route takes a backward course, first going up Sturges Hwy and then down Banks North and Redding Rd.
- Wednesday, October 23, 2024
- 9:30aC/13.52221.721.70Waveny Wonder - Back to ParkJeff MunkScenic route goes south into Darien traveling along Long Island Sound, with a stop at Rowayton Market, then turns north to New Canaan. Park in the lot on the left near the top of the hill coming from South Ave. Lunch: After ride: Mead Memorial Park, 241 Park St., New Canaan.
- Thursday, October 24, 2024
- 9:30aC/13.52828.028.00Longshore Ramble - 28 mile rideJeff MunkRelaxing, scenic ride from beautiful Longshore Park along Compo beach before a few manageable hills inland then returning back along Southport and Compo beaches, with stop at Greenfield Hill Market in Fairfield during ride.
- 9:30aD/11.52222.422.40Longshore Ramble - 22 mile rideNancy RosettA shoreline version of the standard Thursday weekday ride.
- Saturday, October 26, 2024
- 8:30aD+/12.52626.026.00Early Bird to Catamount BackwardsJeff Munk
Starting with the traditional Early Bird to Catamount, this route takes a backward course, first going up Sturges Hwy and then down Banks North and Redding Rd.
- Wednesday, October 30, 2024
- 9:30aC/13.52221.721.70Waveny Wonder - Back to ParkJeff MunkScenic route goes south into Darien traveling along Long Island Sound, with a stop at Rowayton Market, then turns north to New Canaan. Park in the lot on the left near the top of the hill coming from South Ave. Lunch: After ride: Mead Memorial Park, 241 Park St., New Canaan.
- Friday, November 15, 2024
- 7pGRV/13.52020.020.00Full Moon Ride on the Pequonnock River Trail, Trumbull to Newtown (RT)Jason Ingargiola
Peaceful ride on shady rail trail that is mostly hard-packed stone dust, perfected suited to a hybrid bicycle. The flat to rolling terrain means there are no hills on this ride! The highlights are the pedal along the Pequonnock River in Trumbull, and through Wolfe Park in Monroe. Seasonal restrooms may be available at Wolfe Park. If you are thinking of trying an off-road ride and don't know what to expect, this the perfect ride for you. No stores, so bring food and water. The route has 6.4 miles of pavement and one narrow single-track section at the end in Newtown that is easily skipped.
- Sunday, December 15, 2024
- 7pGRV/13.52020.020.00Full Moon Ride on the Pequonnock River Trail, Trumbull to Newtown (RT)Jason Ingargiola
Peaceful ride on shady rail trail that is mostly hard-packed stone dust, perfected suited to a hybrid bicycle. The flat to rolling terrain means there are no hills on this ride! The highlights are the pedal along the Pequonnock River in Trumbull, and through Wolfe Park in Monroe. Seasonal restrooms may be available at Wolfe Park. If you are thinking of trying an off-road ride and don't know what to expect, this the perfect ride for you. No stores, so bring food and water. The route has 6.4 miles of pavement and one narrow single-track section at the end in Newtown that is easily skipped.