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Rides and Events

Check this page often for updated listings of all types of cycling events in and around our area. Many rides are held subject to weather. It's a good idea to confirm dates, time and any specific requirements, too. We'll see you out there — and have fun!  Just Ride!

Important Rules for Gung Ho Bikes Group Rides
- Helmets are mandatory.
- Bring a bike that is in proper working condition.
- Bring enough hydration and food to get you through the ride.
- No earphones allowed.
- Headlights and flashing taillights are recommended.
- Calling "clear" is encouraged but each rider is personally responsible for verifying that the way is clear.
- All PA vehicular laws will be followed (your bike is a vehicle).
- Hand signs for indications of stopping, turning and road debris will be encouraged.
- Ride time is RTR (ready to ride.)  We will not wait.  It is not fair to the riders that were there on time.
- Each rider assumes his or her own risk on all rides.
- Those who ride ahead of the ride leader are on their own ride - if the group turns, too bad for those ahead.  This is a group ride, stay close.
- Always notify the group leader if you are leaving a ride early.
- Rides will adhere to the advertised speed of the ride as best as possible. 
- Riders should always carry at least what we consider to be the minimum of equipment and know how to use it.  If you don't have it or don't know how to use it, please stop in at the shop and/or watch for our clinics.
 * a spare tube
 * a method to inflate that tube - a pump or CO2
 * tire levers
 * some form of identification (in case of an emergency)

All of our rides attempt to operate like the bell curve you may remember from school.  The fastest riders may find the ride a little too slow and not challenging enough and the slowest riders may find themselves pushed extremely hard and potentially beyond their current fitness level--but for the majority of the riders the ride should be just perfect.  If you are on the ends of the curve, please check out one of our slower or faster group rides.  Most of our rides are designed as "No Drop" rides, meaning that the ride leader will make sure that everyone that starts the ride gets back to the start location without being "dropped" off the back of the ride and left to find their own way home. 

We are here to have fun and share our love for cycling.  All rides will emphasize safe group riding and respect for motorists and other bicyclists.  Ride distances tend to be shorter during the early and late seasons and longer during the summer. 

Gung Ho Bikes Ride Cancellation Policy - If one hour before a scheduled ride, the official weather report for the ride start area predicts rain, lightning or strong winds, the ride will be canceled.  If you are in doubt, please call the shop at 717-852-9553. Ride leaders will also post any ride cancellations on Facebook on Gung Ho Cycling Community page.

Gung Ho Weekly Group Rides

Join Gung Ho on one of these fun rides. Whether you are new to cycling or an old pro, there is a ride that's right for you.

Road Ride Classifications (based on road rides leaving in the evening)

Class A - 25-50 miles, average speed 18-20mph on flat terrain/16-18mph on rolling-hilly terrain/14-16mph on very hilly terrain

Class B - 25-45 miles, average speed 16-18mph on flat terrain/14-16mph on rolling-hilly terrain/12-14mph on very hilly terrain

Class C - 20-40 miles, average speed 12-16mph on flat terrain/10-14mph on rolling-hilly terrain/10-12mph on very hilly terrain

Class D - 10-25 miles, average speed 9-12mph on flat terrain/6-10mph on rolly-hilly terrain

Day Start Time Description Location Phone

Tuesday

6:00pm

LAST RIDE OF THE SEASON WILL BE ON JULY 30 - SEE YOU NEXT SPRING - Marie's Beginner Social Road Ride. Class D+ 10-25 miles at a 12-14 mph pace. This ride is for road bikes/skinny tired bikes only and you must be able to ride at least 12-15 miles at 10 mph pace. Terrain is flat to rolling. This is a no-drop social ride through the Dover countryside. Everyone that leaves with the group will stay with the group until they return to the Community Center. Front and rear lights are highly suggested for this ride. Meet near the pavilion.

Dover Community Center, 3700 Davidsburg Road, Dover PA

(717)852-9553

Tuesday

6:00pm

Jay and Penny's Social Road Ride. Class C - 20-30 miles at a 14-16 mph pace. This ride is for road bikes/skinny tired bikes only. Terrain is flat to rolling. This is a no-drop social ride through the Dover countryside. Everyone that leaves with the group will stay with the group until they return to the Community Center. Front and rear lights are highly suggested for this ride. Meet near the pavilion.

Dover Community Center, 3700 Davidsburg Road, Dover PA

717-852-9553

Tuesday

6:00pm

Jeremy's Road Ride. Class A-/B+ - 25-45 miles at a 18+ mph pace. This is for road bikes/skinny tired bikes only. This is a no-drop ride. Everyone that leaves with the group will stay with the group until they return to Cousler Park. Front and rear lights are highly suggested for this ride.

Cousler Park by softball fields

(717)852-9553

Varies

6:00pm

YAMBA Beginner, Casual and Intermediate Mountain Bike Rides. This is for mountain bikes only. Please make sure your bike is in good working order. Helmets are mandatory. Ride will be held at Rocky Ridge or Lake Redman. Check YAMBA's FB page for ride location and ride info. This is a no-drop ride but you should have some basic off road cycling skills. Everyone that leaves with the group will stay with the group until they return to the parking lot.

Rocky Ridge/Lake Redman

717-852-9553

Thursday (every other)

6:00pm

Ed's Intermediate/Advanced Mountain Bike Ride. This is for mountain bikes only. Ride will alternate between Rocky Ridge, Lake Redman and Codorus. This is a no-drop ride. Everyone that leaves with the group will stay with the group until they return to the parking lot.

Rocky Ridge/Lake Redman/Codorus

717-852-9553

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