Weekly Rides

All weekly rides are show-and-go. Most operate only when DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME is in effect. The number of people at each ride can and does vary greatly. All rides are at-your-own risk as to weather, and if there is enough sunlight to finish the ride (so bring your bike lights because they might be necessary). Helmets are required. Emailing the ride leader to confirm details is always a good idea.

KVBC MONDAY MORNING RIDE

Where: Varies week to week (check KVBC Facebook page for details).
When: Varies week to week
Who: Mike Thorp
Email: met4@cox.net
How: The average speed on this ride will be between 15 and 16 mph, and the distance generally around 30 miles. The start time and departure point will vary from week to week. The ride will probably have a designated regroup spot around halfway in an effort to keep the group together. This ride is intended for experienced riders who are looking for a group recovery ride after riding longer harder miles on the weekend. Only self-propelled bikes on this ride without battery assist, and of course helmets are required.
Pace: 15-16 mph

MY PACE MONDAY

Where: Henry T’s, 1521 SW 21st Street. Click here for a map.
When: 6:00 pm Mondays (on hiatus until spring).
Who: Angie Shelton
Email: angieshelton@hotmail.com
How: 20-25 miles; great ride for beginners who are ready to get off the trail and hit the open road.
Pace: 12-14 mph average; no drop.

OL’ PHOGEY RIDE

Where: Location varies; contact the ride leaders to be added to the email group.
When: Tuesdays; start time varies each week.
Who: Eric Nordgren and Mike Thorp
Email: ericnordgren@cox.net and met4@cox.net
How: 25-30 miles; sometimes longer.
Pace: 13-15 mph average; no drop.

TUESDAY TRAINING RIDES

Where: Walgreens, 3630 SW Wanamaker Road. (click here for a map)
When: Tuesday evenings at 6:10 pm (starting April 10).
Who: Mark Kossler
Email: topkossler@cox.net
How: Ready to learn how to ride faster, how to draft in a group and how to compete in longer (60, 75, 100 mile) rides? Then join us at 6:10 pm from the 37th & Wanamaker Walgreens for Tuesday Training Rides. This will be a faster-paced ride (16+ mph average) and slower riders may be dropped. However, initial routes will be an out-and-back and riders can rejoin on the return leg. Ride distance will start at 18-20 miles and lengthen as daylight increases.
Pace: 16+ mph average; slower riders may be dropped.

SO MO WEDNESDAY

Where: Location varies; contact the ride leader to be added to the email group.
When: Wednesdays; time varies each week.
Who: Bill Lucero and Mike Thorp
Email: phogey@cox.net and met4@cox.net
How: 15-30 miles; occasionally longer.
Pace: A moderate, social pace of 12-14 mph; no drop.

DOVER DOGS

Where: Western Hills Church, 29th & Auburn Road. Click here for a map.
When: 6:00 PM on Thursdays (April through September).
Who: Erin Chamberlain and Kevin Rice
Email: echamberlain2@gmail.com and bicycleguy1957@yahoo.com
How: 20 miles round-trip, to Dover and back.
Pace: Moderate; no drop. Mixed group that divides according to speed, but regroups in Dover.

PIZAGEL’S RIDE

Where: Pizagel’s Pizza and Bakery, 29th & Fairlawn Road. Click here for a map.
When: 6:00 PM on Fridays (March 16 through September).
Who: Alice Blecha and Steve Henry
Email: ablecha27@gmail.com and shenry6317@gmail.com
How: This is a casual, social, beginner-friendly trail ride with a distance of 15 miles.
Pace: 10-12 mph average.

SATURDAY MORNING FAIRLAWN STARTER

Where: Pizagel’s Pizza and Bakery, 29th & Fairlawn Road. Click here for a map.
When: 9:00 AM on Saturdays (starting October 13).
Who: Mark Kossler and Steve Curtis
Email: topkossler@cox.net and slcurtis758@gmail.com
How: Ride begins and ends at Pizagel’s Pizza and Bakery, 29th & Fairlawn.
Pace: Mixed group that divides according to speed, but regroups at several stops.

TOPEKA ROAD RIDERS (TRR)

Where: Starting location varies each week.
When: Saturdays; time varies each week (contact the ride leader to be added to the email group).
Who: Eric Nordgren
Email: ericnordgren@cox.net
How: No drop; mixed group that breaks down into pairs or smaller numbers and re-groups about every 5 miles.
Pace: 13-17 mph average.

BLACKBIRD EVENING RIDE

Where: Blackbird Espresso Bar & Bistro, Fleming Place Shopping Center. Click here for a map.
When: 6:00 PM on Saturdays (starting June 2).
Who: Lynn Cress
Email: cresslynn@gmail.com
How: No drop; great for those wanting a slower pace.
Pace: Slow to moderate; distance varies each week.

KVBC SUNDAY RIDE

Where: Starting location varies each week.
When: Sundays; time varies each week (check KVBC Facebook page for weekly details).
Who: Shelli Shipps and Mike Thorp
Email: lvmybxer@hotmail.com and met4@cox.net
How: Miles vary each week; check with ride leaders.
Pace: 14-16 mph average.

YOUTH RAD RIDE

Where: Parking lot in front of Heartland BMX. Click here for a map.
When: Once a month on Sundays.
Who: Marcy and John Steflik
Email: mgunn1478@gmail.com and johnsteflik@gmail.com
How: The ride is approximately 10 miles. It is a youth ride on the paved Shunga trail, and will begin and end in the parking lot in front of the BMX track. Check KVBC Facebook page for specific time and details each month.
Pace: Slow, beginner pace; no drop.