Rides & Events
Wednesday, June 19th, 2013
Another successful outing for Garrison’s Cyclery. Santa Cruz Bikes could not have been any cooler and their full demo tour put on an excellent and exciting Demo for all of our area friends. We certainly look forward to hosting more bike events like this in and around the Pennsylvania – Delaware area.


Photo by: Scudder Stevens

Photo by: Scudder Stevens

Photo by: Scudder Stevens

Photo by: Scudder Stevens

Photo by: Scudder Stevens
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Friday, June 14th, 2013
Another amazing local event for all you riders. This event helps support a fantastic foundation that fights childhood cancer, one cup at a time!
If you can’t make the ride but want to help. Please help support Team Declan 2013!

When: Sunday, July 21, 2013 8:30 am – 3:00 pm
Where: Central Bucks – West, 375 West Court Street, Doylestown, PA 18901 view map
Join us for The 2nd Annual Lemon Ride Philadelphia! A cycling event in Doylestown, PA that benefits Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation, The Lemon Ride is a fun way for cyclists of all abilities to support the fight against childhood cancer one mile at a time.
New for 2013, The Lemon Ride offers four different course lengths ranging from a 4 mile Family Fun Ride to a 63 mile ride (a metric century) for more experienced cyclists. All routes start and finish at Central Bucks West High School. Read the Guide To The Rides to view descriptions of each route, including start time and suggested time for completion. The bike tour is viewed not as a race, but instead as a ride to encourage participation from all ability levels. Childhood cancer heroes and their families are in attendance to provide inspiration and to signify the vital importance of raising funds and awareness for the disease.
Registration fees: $70/adult, $30/child (12 and under)
Prices increase the day of the event, register now!
Lunch, snacks and a limited edition Lemon Ride Specialized “Purist” water bottle are included in the registration fee. Entertainment at the start and finish line provided by The Party Authority will round out the fun, and SAG support and rest stops will be provided by Bike Works Doylestown, SRAM and Guy’s Bicycles to support cyclists throughout the day. The opportunity to fundraise prior to the event is available and prizes will be awarded to top individual and team fundraisers.
More information can be found here!
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Friday, June 14th, 2013
This Sunday June 16th Garrison’s Cyclery is hosting the 2013 Santa Cruz mountain bike demo tour here in the Brandywine!
bring: PEDALS, helmet, license, cc, etc.
Sunday - 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
The event will be located at the parking lot directly behing TGI Fridays on Rte. 202 in North Wilmington… 301 Rocky Run Pkwy Wilmington, DE 19803



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Friday, June 14th, 2013
JUNIOR CYCLING CAMPS
9am – 3pm
Boys and Girls ages 10-16
(8-9 yr olds with permission)
Week 1: 7/29 – 8/2 • Week 2: 8/5 – 9/9
Register https://www.bikereg.com/Net/19606
Newark DE Area Parks and Granogue Estate
$250/week

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Friday, June 14th, 2013

Wilmington, Delaware’s 1st Annual Ride of Silence was hosted by the White Clay Bicycle Club. The City of Wilmington‘s Police Bike and Motorcycle Patrols escorted us as we rode through the city and surrounding areas. A city truck, with a ghost bike mounted in the bed, lead the group.

Our RoS will departed from Porky Oliver’s Golf Club at 7:00 PM, on May 15th.
The routes were as follows: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1815979


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Friday, May 31st, 2013
Sunday June 16th Garrison’s Cyclery is hosting the 2013 Santa Cruz mountain bike demo tour here in the Brandywine!
bring: PEDALS, helmet, license, cc, etc.
Sunday - 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

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Friday, May 17th, 2013
June 16th the Santa Cruz demo tour will stop here in Wilmington Delaware for all riders interested in ripping any of their line up on the trail!
Check our their website’s demo tour line up/dates. 10am-3pm, bring pedals, helmet and good weather!~
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Monday, May 13th, 2013
GET YOUR WHEELS IN MOTION
Join us for our 4th Annual Cycle for Life event. Choose from
two routes: a 34 mile course perfect for any skill level, or the 65
mile route for more of a challenge. Whatever route you choose,
cycle at your own pace. This is not a race, so enjoy the ride.
OCTOBER 13, 2013
The Mann Center
Philadelphia, PA

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Friday, April 5th, 2013
1st Annual City of Wilmington Ride of Silence
Hosted by White Clay Bicycle Club & Bike Wilmington
Join cyclists worldwide in a silent slow-paced ride (max. 10 mph) in honor of those who have been
injured or killed while cycling on public roadways.
WHY DO WE RIDE?
•To HONOR those who have been injured or killed
•To RAISE AWARENESS that we are here
•To ask that we all SHARE THE ROAD
The ride will be preceded by the ghost bike mounted in a truck.
The City of Wilmington’s Police Bike and Motorcycle Patrols will escort us as we ride through the city
and surrounding areas.
DATE: Wednesday, May 15, 2013
PLACE: Ed Oliver Golf Club, 800 N Dupont Rd., Wilmington, DE 19807
TIME: Please arrive by 6:30pm Ride will depart in SILENCE at 7:00pm sharp
Due to limited parking please carpool if possible
Meet–up after at the Greenhill Pub located at the Ed Oliver golf course clubhouse
for all-you-can-eat pasta dinner – $10 – choose from 3 homemade sauces.
IN THE EVENT OF RAIN THIS RIDE WILL BE CANCELLED
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Gail Robillard – 302-593-3492, ibike2@verizon.net
Download the Flyer
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Thursday, April 4th, 2013
Friday May 17th 2013 is “Bike to Work Day” 2013.
Event timeline:
7:30 a.m. Start time for optional guided group rides
(three routes – see map below)*
8-9:30 a.m. Reception at H.B. DuPont Plaza – Located between
Delaware Avenue, 11th Street @ West Street*
5 p.m. Evening reception at the Monkey Hill Time Trials
(see map)
*In the event of rain, the reception and guided rides will be canceled.
- Remember to bicycle safely
- Obey all stop signs, traffic lights and lane mark-ings
- Ride in the direc-tion of traffic
- Wear a helmet
- Be visible and predict-able at all times
- Wear bright clothing and signal turns
Download the Official Poster Here
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