Ride Classes

Frederick Pedalers has a well-deserved reputation as a 'friendly' club. Most rides are at least somewhat social, and it is very rare for a rider to be dropped by the group. Be conservative in choosing your first few club rides, especially if this is your first bike club. Please contact clubmail@frederickpedalers.org if you would like additional information about group riding or ride classes.

D - Casual
Leisurely-paced, 10-20 miles, frequent stops; usually flat to slightly-rolling terrain; riders ride together as a group.

C - Easy Touring
20-50 miles at 10 to 13 mph; lightly to deeply rolling terrain, (some hills possible); rest stops as needed; riders ride together as a group.

B - Touring
For stronger, seasoned cyclists; 30-75 miles at 14-17 mph; rolling to hilly terrain; fewer rest stops; leader(s) will wait for slower riders at turns.

A - Fast Touring
For very fit and experienced cyclists; 45-100+ miles at 17-20 mph or more; hills likely, stops are farther apart; slower riders may be dropped; riders are strongly advised to carry maps.

ATB - All-Terrain
Generally 10 to 25+ miles, depending on terrain; usually on dirt roads and hilly trails

Tandem
For cyclists riding tandems (“bicycles built for two”)

ATB and Tandem rides are not graded for difficulty; if you are unsure as to your ability or the ride difficulty, you should call the ride leader in advance to make sure that the ride is suited to your abilities and interests.

Impromptu: When a ride is designated as 'Impromptu', this means that there will be no formal ride leader. Riders should bring maps and perhaps old cue sheets appropriate to the ride description. At the ride start, riders discuss routes prior to the ride and then start out.