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CLUB RECURRING GROUP RIDE
Registration Required
Start Time
8:30 AM clip-in (please be ready 10 minutes before)
Start / End
Lowes
26688 Centerview Dr
Millsboro, DE
Services at Start: Bathrooms
Services at End: Bathrooms, Beverages, Food
Distance
Target Speed
Rest Stop
@ Mile 25 Royal Farm
Services: Bathroom, Beverages, Food
Ride with GPS
LO 38 Swamp-New
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47059558
Max Riders
20 Riders. If needed, the group will be split with another Ride Leader.
Other Info
This is a no drop ride.
Contact the Ride Leader PRIOR to registering if you are not sure you will be able to keep up with the target speed and/or distance.
Ride Leader(s)
Diane Daly
dmdaly6@gmail.com
609-313-2309
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Please check your email and the calendar on ride day for any changes.
How to Cancel Event Registration
From the calendar event, select the blue "Already registered" link below the Register button. Scroll down and select "Cancel Registration."
- OR -
Download or open the "Wild Apricot for Members" app below. Go to "Tickets" on the menu, select the ride, then Cancel.
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It's the easiest way to view, register and cancel events.
RT 7/1/23a
10:00 clip-in (please be ready 10 minutes before)
Lewes Public Library,
111 Adams Street,
Lewes DE,19958
Services at Start Yes
Services at End: Bathrooms
@ Mile13 - Bayhealth Urgent Care Center Services: Bathrooms and Water Fill.
Contact ride leader
30 Riders. If needed, the group will be split with another Ride Leader.
Bring your road bike. We will be utilizing the Lewes Georgetown Trail. Stopping at the Lewes Brewery on the return.
Mark Snader
RFD178@Comcast.Net
610-780-5852 ----------------------------------
Denny Shook
bidg721@yahoo.com
215-669-0800
RT 7/1/23
9:00 clip-in (please be ready 10 minutes before)
Stephen Hudson Park
Southwest corner of Rt 9 (Lewes-Georgetown Highway) and Cool Spring Rd
38.73193° N, 75.24859° W (paste into maps app)
Services at Start: none
Services at End: none
TBD
15 Riders. If needed, the group will be split with another Ride Leader.
Allen Segal
allen.segal1@gmail.com
215 962-9779
Renata Price
renataprice@me.com
703 593-9247
9:00 am clip-in (please be ready 10 minutes before)
Southwest corner of Rt 9 (Lewes-Georgetown Highway) and Cool Spring Rd in Milton
@ Mile 22 - Royal Farms in Oak Orchard
Services: restrooms, drinks, & snacks
Hudson Park to Oak Orchard
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46937001
18 Riders. If needed, the group will be split with another Ride Leader.
* This is a DROP ride. If you can't keep up with the group at the target average moving speed, you will be dropped.
We almost always (conditions permitting) ride in a DOUBLE PACELINE when the group is greater than 10 riders.
It is strongly recommended that you have the route (preferably in navigation format on your bike computer, or alternatively, on your cell phone if you have a handle bar mount) in case you are dropped and have to make it back to ride start on your own.
Contact the Ride Leader PRIOR to registering if you are not sure you will be able to keep up with the target speed and/or distance or have any questions about participating in a DROP ride.
Peter Boysen
860-558-7229
pbfocus62@gmail.com
Marshall Bonacquisti
302-540-7973
mbonacqu@comcast.net
dropRT 7/1/23a
10:00 AM clip-in (please be ready 10 minutes before)
Dewey Beer Company
21241 Iron Thorne Drive
Milton, De 19972
Services at Start: None
@ Mile 18 +- Cape Henlopen Fishing Pier
Services: Bathroom
[TBA - file name]
[hypertext link]
25 Riders. If needed, the group will be split with another Ride Leader.
TBA (optional) - add any Ride-specific information]
bigd721@yahoo.com
[TBA - name2]
[TBA - email2 address]
[TBA - cell2 phone #]
7:30 PM clip-in (please be ready 10 minutes before)
Chipotle Mexican Grill
36453 Seaside Outlet Dr.
Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971
Services at Start: Food & Restrooms
Services at End: " " "
None planned but port-a-johns are available along the route and Grove Park may still be open as well as Grain On The Rocks.
Ride With GPS
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48009494
11 Riders. If needed, the group will be split with another Ride Leader.
-Join the group for a bite to eat at 7:00 PM then head out at 7:30 PM.
-Head and tail lights required (please note that this is an actual headlight that allows you to see the trail/road in the dark.
-Note: Trail parking has been moved from just behind the outlets to adjacent to the Microtel Inn & Suites (gravel lot).
David Porter
mayter2302@gmail.com
732-207-4610
Dogfish Head Brewery
6 Cannery Village Center
Milton, DE 19968
Services at Start: No services at start
Services at End: Bathrooms, Food, & Beverages
@ Mile [TBA] - [TBA - Name] Services: [TBA]
RIDE SPEED DETAILS - IMPORTANT !! - We will maintain an average rolling speed of 15-16 mph. Our moving speeds can vary a few mph above or below the target speed depending on weather conditions and wind. If you wish to ride at a slower or faster target speed, please select a different ride.
It is suggested that you download the route onto your bike computer or cell phone.
All E-bikes should be FULLY CHARGED for the ride.
Mike Guida
mike_guida@outlook.com
302-650-7663
Volunteers Needed Bicycle Safety Checkpoints
All dates are now posted—sign up anytime!
Every year, Sussex Cyclists teams up with DelDOT and State Police to host bicycle safety checkpoints offering repairs, lights, helmets, and safety info to the public. Below is this year's schedule.
No special skills needed—just a willingness to help! Tasks may include handing out materials, making minor bike adjustments, and installing lights or reflective tape.
These events are also a great way for members to connect, socialize, and bring guests along to get involved. It's a fun, rewarding experience for all!
The schedule is below. Register for this date here or check out the upcoming events on our calendar. There's also a list with links to each safety event here.
Please register only for dates you plan to attend. If you have any questions, please contact:
Jim Prettyman Sussex Cyclists Safety Director
302-752-6430
prettymanj@gmail.com
Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant
19815 Coastal Hwy,,
@ Mile11Cape Henlopen Pier, Services: Bathrooms and Water Fill.
Revelation Craft Brewery
19841 Central St,
8:30 am clip-in (please be ready 10 minutes before)
"Rock the Boat" on the Cape May-Lewes Ferry
FERRY RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED BOOK EARLY! This event sells out fast.
DATE: Friday, August 1, 2025
TIME:
LOCATION: Cape May-Lewes Ferry terminal
PRICE: $18 per person, roundtrip. Discounts are available for Seniors, AAA Members, Military, and First Responders. Includes walk-on passage and entertainment by the Rock N' Roll Party Band, Glass Onion.
FOOD AND BEVERAGES are available for purchase. Bar service is available at the Lido Bars and satellite bars. The Lido Bars accept cash and cards, but the satellite bars are cash only. No alcohol may be carried on board!
TO PURCHASE TICKETS, call 1.800.643.3779, or book online here, or from the event website at https://www.cmlf.com/event/rock-the-boat. NOTE: If booking online, be sure to select RETURN TRIP JOURNEY, Outbound Departure Route LEWES-CAPE MAY, AUGUST 1, 4:15 pm, ROCK THE BOARD CRUISE (NOT Lewes Round Trip).
After purchasing tickets, please register with us so we know you are coming.
TIPS FOR THE BEST EXPERIENCE:
Shorefire Century
Saturday, August 9, 2026
Middletown High School — Middletown DE
Ride beautiful, scenic routes (35, 65 and 100 miles) taking you through flat to gently rolling farmland in central Delaware as the route follows lesser traveled roads from Middletown to Clayton, Hartly, points south, and back.
Click Here for Info & Registration
ET - MS 3/8/24
Sussex Cyclists Picnic and Paddle
Thursday, August 14, 2025
Signup Begins July 5
Rehoboth Beach, DE
Laurel, DE
NOT A SUSSEX CYCLISTS CLUB RIDE
Out-of-Area Ride Cape May/Wildwood 40 mile ride
Wednesday, Sept 10 Rain Date Sept 11
STAY TUNED FOR INFO!
Update from Chesapeake Cycling Club:
We are pleased to offer the Sussex club a $10 discount on the C3 Rolling Donut Ride with the promo code "sussex".
Additionally, we would like to invite Sussex members to join us for Le Tour de Francs, a free fun ride, for which participants must RSVP by May 18th. Event Details: - Date: Sunday, May 25th - Time: 10 AM - 3 PM - More Information: ridec3.org.
Out-of-Area Ride Williamsburg, Virginia Monday 9/15 thru Wednesday 9/17
We are planning an out-of-area multi-day ride in Williamsburg.
Please review the details below and let me know if you are interested by July 20th.
Spouses and significant others are welcome since there are plenty of things to do in Williamsburg while we are biking. I will have a meeting later in July with those who are interested with more details.
Thank you, Diane Daly dmdaly6@gmail.com 609-313-2309
When & Where
Dates - Monday 9/15 thru Wednesday 9/17
Hotel - Hampton Inn & Suites Williamsburg Historic District 911 Capitol Landing Rd Williamsburg, VA 757-941-1777
When booking, please make sure you are able to cancel or modify your reservation.
Trip Details
Sunday 9/14 – Optional arrival day (I am heading down that day)
Monday 9/15 – VA Capital Trail – out and back – not entire trail (49.7 miles) Start time: 11am Meeting Place: Jamestown Settlement, 2110 Jamestown Rd, Williamsburg, VA Route Link: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50119395
Tuesday 9/16 – Jamestown Loop – 50.4 miles – Ferry Ride Start time: TBD Leaving from: Hotel Route Link: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34085940
Wednesday 9/17 – Yorktown – 38 miles Start time: TBD Starting Place: Williamsburg Visitor Center Route Link: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34285138 Drive home after ride
We hope you will join us!
Sea Gull Century
Saturday September 27, 2025
Sea Gull Century is a nationally acclaimed bicycling event, beginning and ending on the campus of Salisbury University.
Salisbury University’s Sea Gull Century bike tour takes place Saturday, September 27, 2025 with registration opening on May 15, 2025.
Cyclists will depart campus for three optional routes, 40 miles, 63 miles or 100 miles, across the Lower Eastern Shore.
Organized by The SU Foundation, Inc., a non-profit benefiting SU students and our local Salisbury community.
Savage Century
Saturday, October 4, 2025
W.L. Gore Facility — Newark DE
The White Clay Bicycle Club invites you to come and take the challenge for the 45th edition of the Savage Century, one of the most scenic and challenging rides in our area (especially if you choose one of the longer routes). Select a route and enjoy one of the premier rides in the mid-Atlantic region hosted by the WCBC.
Out-of-Area Ride
Tuesday, Oct. 14 Rain Date Oct. 16
Sussex Cyclists Dinner Party
at Big Fish Ocean View
30415 Cedar Neck Rd Ocean View , DE 19970
Thursday, October 23th
Details and sign up will be coming soon. SAVE THE DATE!
Rehoboth Sunrise Rotary Ride FUNdraiser
Saturday November 1, 2025