Come join us on one of the rides below. Note that we ask that you be able to ride a minimum of 12 mph, that you wear a helmet and that you bring a spare tube as well as tire changing tools with you. Effective Sept. 28, 2024, club rides will meet up on Saturday mornings at 8:45 a.m., with roll-out at 9:00. (During cooler weather, the start time will be adjusted to allow for roll-out at 9:00). After the rides, we often join for a bite to eat at a local venue.
Note: If there is a ride cancellation due to inclement weather or previously unforeseen events, this website will be updated with the cancellation notice at least 1 1/2 hours before the start of the ride. There will also be an email sent to CBTC members.
All guests must sign a waiver prior to roll-out. The ride leader will bring the waiver (and is responsible for having guests sign the waiver). The waiver can be found here: CBTC RIDE WAIVER
UPCOMING RIDES
Saturday, Jan. 18: CBTC Soup ride. STRONG POSSIBILITY OF CANCELLATION/POSTPONEMENT DUE TO WEATHER. WATCH FOR EMAIL! NEW MEETING AREA, SAME NEIGHBORHOOD: Amos and Claire Gallagher have graciously offered to host the post-ride gathering at their home at 215 Atkinson Ave. in Gordonston, Savannah. Ride in Savannah to be followed by potluck soup lunch. Cyclists are encouraged to bring a crockpot of soup, salad, bread or cookies (and something other than bike shoes to enter the home). Club will provide serving dishes, water and soda. Ride Leader: Roy Reynolds, [email protected].
Saturday, Jan. 25: Riceboro. Meet in the parking lot of Midway-Riceboro Library, 9397 E. Oglethorpe Hwy. Ride Leader: Brian Kadish, [email protected]. 35 and 32 mile options available. Maps for both may be downloaded from Ride with GPS, “Midway Ride 35” and “Rob midway route”. Click Here for Riceboro Cue Sheets. Post-ride meal at Smokin’ Pig, 13711 E. Oglethorpe Hwy.
Saturday, Feb. 1: Publix/Fancy Hall. Meet in rear of Publix parking lot, 12800 Hwy. 144 in Richmond Hill. Ride leader: TBD. 40 and 32 mile options available. Maps for both may be downloaded from Ride with GPS, “Richmond Hill Publix” and “Kilkenny 32”. Click here for Fancy Hall 40 mile cue sheet. Post ride meal at Sunshine Breakfast in Publix shopping strip.
Saturday, Feb. 8: Harris Neck. Meet behind the Riceboro McDonalds, 35 Montague St., exit 67 off of 95. Ride leader: Eric Holmes, [email protected]. 41 and 30 mile options available. Click Here for Harris Neck Cue Sheets. Post ride meal at Smokin’ Pig, 13711 E. Oglethorpe Hwy.
Saturday, Feb. 15: Islands. Meet at the north end of Forsyth Park (at the intersection of Gaston and Bull Streets. Ride Leader: Kim Turner, [email protected]. 40 and 32 mile options available. Maps for both may be downloaded from Ride with GPS, “Islands Ride” and “Islands 32.1 Miles”. Post-ride meal at Sly’s Sliders & Fries, 1710 Abercorn St.
Saturday, Feb. 22: Riceboro. Meet in the parking lot of Midway-Riceboro Library, 9397 E. Oglethorpe Hwy. Ride Leader: Kathy Schaefer, [email protected]. 35 and 32 mile options available. Maps for both may be downloaded from Ride with GPS, “Midway Ride 35” and “Rob midway route”. Click Here for Riceboro Cue Sheets. Post-ride meal at Smokin’ Pig, 13711 E. Oglethorpe Hwy.
Saturday, Mar. 1: Ellabell. Meet at Hendrix Park, 3960 Wilma Edwards Rd. Ride Leader: TBD. 38 and 25 mile options available. Maps for both may be downloaded from Ride with GPS, “Hendrix Park 37” and “Hendrix Loop”. Click here for 37/38 mile Cue Sheet. (For shorter route, turn right on US 46 (where longer group turns left). With this one exception, the rides are identical). Post ride meal: restaurant suggestions?
Saturday, March 8: Rincon. Meet at Macomber Park Complex, 1004 Lexington Rd. Ride Leader: TBD. 39 and 28 mile options available. Maps for both may be downloaded from Ride with GPS, “Macomber Park 38.8” and “Macomber Park Complex”. Click here for Rincon Cue Sheets. Post ride meal at El Real, 105 Wisenbaker Rd.
Saturday, March 15: Hardeeville. Meet at Millstone Landing (off of Purrysburg Rd.). Ride Leader: TBD. 42.5 and 30 mile options available. Maps for both may be downloaded from Ride with GPS, “Millstone 43 miler” and “Millstone 30 miler”. Click here for Hardeeville Cue Sheets. Post ride meal: somewhere in Savannah.
Saturday, March 22: Darien. Meet on Franklin St, south of Vernon Square (near United Methodist Church). Ride Leader: TBD. 42 and 24 mile options available. Maps for both may be downloaded from Ride with GPS, “Darien Party Gras 42 Miles” and “Darien to Sapelo’s Visitors Center”. Click here for Darien Cue Sheets. Post ride meal: Blue Bay Mexican Grill, 110 Screven St. (between Broad and 1st Streets).
April 10/11 – 13, 2025: Wakulla Springs. New Information (see details link below)! The club is organizing a bike weekend in Wakulla Springs (Tallahassee) the weekend of April 10/11-13, 2025. The area offers several paved bike trails (a 16 mile one way trail running from Tallahassee to St. Marks, the Capital City to the Sea series of trails, and the Ochlockonee Bay Bike trail), several hundred miles of mountain bike trails, kayaking (with rentals available thru TnT Hideway), as well as hiking through Wakulla Springs State Park. It is recommended that cyclists stay at The Lodge at Wakulla Springs (https://thelodgeatwadullasprings.com) so that we can all be together. The daily rate ranges between $139-$159 per night. As there are only 27 total rooms available, it is recommended that individuals reserve rooms well in advance. (This is a popular place for weddings!). The phone number for reservations is 855-632-4559. Details available here!
ADDITIONAL AREA ORGANIZED RIDES
Sunday, Feb. 23: Havana Hills Spring Classic. Registration not yet available. Note that this event offers both road and gravel rides. Havana, FL is a suburb of Tallahassee, FL, known at one time for its hand-rolled cigars (like its namesake). Now known for its antique stores and art galleries. Well organized event, but you have to like hills! https://www.havanamainstreet.com/springclassic
Fri-Sun, April 4-6: BRAG Spring Tune-Up. Three day outdoor cycling event with multiple ride options. https://brag.org/stu/.
Sunday, Apr. 27: Tour de Forts: St. Augustine, FL. Date has been assigned, however ride information not yet available.
Sunday, May 4, Pedal Hilton Head: Proceeds benefit the Boyd and Girls Club of HH Island. 10, 20, 30, 40 and 62 mile options. https://pedalhiltonheadisland.raceroster.com
OTHER AREA RIDES
(Not sponsored by Coastal Bicycle Touring Club)
Note: Due to the extraordinary heat this summer, all “other” rides (i.e., Tuesday Skidaway ride, the Wednesday IOH ride and the Thursday HAAF ride) will roll out at 9am. Please note and update your calendars.
Sundays – Islands Ride
Roll-out from the Habersham YMCA at 9AM on Sundays. Approximate 30 mile ride around Burnside Island and Isle of Hope with brisk pace (19-21 mph) and some sprints (esp. along Ferguson, prior to rest stop at Jalepeno’s.) Participants get together at the Coffee Deli in Habersham Village after the ride.
Tuesdays – Skidaway Ride
Roll-out from parking lot of Skidaway United Methodist Church at 9AM on Tuesdays. 34 mile ride around Skidaway Island. Usually 1 or 2 groups with varying speeds and some sprints.
Wednesdays-Isle of Hope Meander, aka No Sweat Wednesday
Roll-out from the Sentinent Bean, at the south end of Forsyth Park, Savannah, 9AM. Ride Lincoln St. to Bonaventure Cemetery, then to and through Thunderbolt before cruising to Isle of Hope for some crazy loops. Pace typically 15-18 mph, depending upon make-up of the group. There is usually a post-ride gathering at Coffee Deli or Yia Yia’s Kitchen.
Thursdays – Hunter Army Air Field Ride
Roll-out from parking lot next to ball fields by Montgomery Street entrance of Hunter Army Air Field at 9AM on Thursdays. A permit from HAAF security staff at Montgomery Street entrance is required to enter base. (If you don’t already possess a pass, it may be possible to request a day pass from the Montgomery Street security. Make sure you bring your driver’s license). 20-40 mile ride around the base with 1 or 2 groups (based on speed). Participants meet at Sly’s, corner Abercorn & 34th street, for sliders, fries and cool drinks following the ride.