Martha's Vineyard - August 5, 2026

 RIDE REPORT

Wednesday, 5 August 2026, Martha's Vineyard 

Ride Leader:  Tom Allen

40 miles, 10:00 am start from Oak Bluffs, MA

Riders (4):  Tom, David Klingsberg, David Goldberg, and Renée Rees.

 

Three people arrived at Oak Bluffs on two different ferries to join me on a tour around the Vineyard.  After some delay to get everyone together, we pedaled out of the crowded town and proceeded along the scenic East Chop roadway.  Then additional delay at an open draw bridge.  After getting through Vineyard Haven (the next town over from Oak Bluffs), we were finally under way.

 

Weather was perfect:  sunny and not too hot or humid.  We visited the quaint fishing village of Menemsha and admired its beach.  After a lunch stop in West Tisbury, we got off a busy road in favor of the Correllus State Forest bike path.  While free of traffic, the path had its share of pavement glitches which seemed to knock Renée's rear wheel askew and stopped her until adjustment could be made.

 

We ended with ice cream upon our return to the ferry landings in Oak Bluffs.

 

I'm grateful to the folks who made the effort to get to the island to join me on this lovely day. 

 

Report by Tom Allen.

Lincoln, Sudbury, Concord, Acton, Carlisle Adventure - July 22, 2026

 RIDE REPORT

Wednesday, 22 July 2026, Lincoln, Sudbury, Concord, Acton, Carlisle Adventure
Ride Leaders: Linda & Barry Nelson 
41 miles, 09:00 am start from Weston, MA

Riders (16):  Barry, Linda, Aiko Pinkoski, Armen Kasparian, Curt Dudley-Marling, David Goldberg, Frank Aronson, Frank Calabrese, Gene Ho, Gerry Sheetoo, Harry Spatz, Nate Morgenstern, Renee Rees, Wing Chow, and first-timers David Rotman and Jim Gildea.

 

We split into two groups.  The faster group had disappeared by the time the slower group reached the Campion Center.  The slower group did not need human arrows because they stayed mostly together and all had the route in their various devices.

 

Six riders stayed for lunch in Weston center.   

Report by Barry Nelson.

Through Gilbert Hills State Park - June 24, 2026

RIDE REPORT

 

Wednesday, 24 June 2026, Through Gilbert Hills State Park

Ride Leader:  Ellen Dirgins

26 miles, 10:00 am start from Sharon, MA

Riders (9):  Ellen, Alan Cantor, Barry Kaditz, David Balaban, Frank Aronson, Gary Williams, Gene Ho, Wing Chow, and first-timer Nate Morgenstern.

 

There were excellent conditions for a bike ride with low humidity, partly cloudy skies, and zero incidents.  It was another great return for me to be leading the group, offering a chance to catch up with familiar faces and welcome new riders.

 

Thanks to Gene for sweeping and for all those who arrowed.

Report by Ellen Dirgins.

 

Concord to Westford - June 10, 2026

 RIDE REPORT

Wednesday, 10 June 2026, Concord to Westford

Ride Leader:  Gene Ho

~33 miles, 10:00 am start from Concord, MA

Island Cruise - June 3, 2026

  RIDE REPORT

Wednesday, 3 June 2026, Island Cruise

Ride Leader:  Alan Cantor

36 miles, 10:00 am start from Sherborn, MA

Riders (8):  Alan, Armen Kasparian, Barry Nelson, Frank Aronson, Frank Calabrese, Mark Friedman, Neil MacGaffey, and Wing Chow

 

Eight wonderful people rode under fabulous, blue skies, over mostly beautiful roads.  A good time was had by all.

 

Thanks to Barry for sweeping the first twenty-one miles and for leading the final fifteen.

Report by Alan Cantor. 

Lake Boon from Concord - May 27, 2026

 RIDE REPORT

Wednesday, 27 May 2026, Lake Boon from Concord

Ride Leader:  Gene Ho

~30 miles, 10:00 am start from Concord, MA

May 6, 2026 - Sherborn to Norfolk

 RIDE REPORT

Wednesday, 6 May 2026, Sherborn to Norfolk

Ride Leader:  Alan Cantor

35 miles, 10:00 am start from Sherborn, MA

 

Riders (7):  Alan, Betsy Harper, Betsy Kimball, David Goldberg, Frank Aronson, Frank Calabrese, and Wing Chow.

Seven wonderful people rode 35 wonderful miles on a scenic suburban route on what turned out to be a wonderful day, as the weather gods provided at least partial sunshine.  All got to ride at their own pace.  Thanks to Betsy K. for being the sweep!  :)

 

The only disappointment was that two riders who had signed up did not show up and did not communicate with the ride leader.

 

Report by Alan Cantor.