Events

GMBC leadership received an OK from VT State and our insurance provider to reopen at least some scheduled events. On July 4th VP and day touring rides started. Time trials have started and Tuesday evening rides will start on August 11th. Practice Crits and Wednesday evening rides are not likely this year. We must strictly adhere to all the VT State Health guidelines, therefore we have significant changes to our event procedures. These procedures may evolve through the riding season as State and local requirements change.

  •  Do not come if you feel sick or have had a known recent exposure to Covid-19.
  • Online signup is required. Signup information will be in the GMBC Listserv announcement for each ride or event. If you do not subscribe to the Listserv you may look up the announcements here. 
  • Rides are currently limited to 50 total with no more than 15/group on the road. 
  • Close drafting is not permitted. Six to ten feet of separation (wheel to wheel) is required.
  • You must not “spray” fellow riders when coughing, clearing the nose, etc.
  • You must carry a mask for use before and after the ride, during rest stops, and when assisting with mechanicals. The mask is a courtesy to others in case you unknowingly have the virus: my mask protects you, your mask protects me. You do not need to wear a mask while riding (with the above mentioned correct social distancing). 
  • Bring all your own water, food, bike tire supplies, etc.
  • Due to the virus, some ride leaders have understandably decided not to lead their originally scheduled rides. If replacement leaders are not found, those rides will be cancelled. Please contact Phyl if you would like to volunteer. 
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Tue Jun 0 2

Tues Training Rides

Kevin Bessett
Richmond Round Church
457 Bridge St, Richmond, VT 05477, USA
Start times vary during the year (because of the sunset)!! Riding with front and rear lights is recommended all season.
  • Early season (through April): on the road at 5:30 PM or earlier
  • Prime season (May through August): on the road at 6:00 PM
  • Late season (September until ??): on the road at 5:30 PM or earlier
  • Bad weather (current or imminent): most likely cancels ride

Where to Start, Park, and Ride

  • Parking/Start – In the field below the Old Round Church in Richmond (see map). Do not park on the paved road next to the Round Church
  • Rides vary. Links to some routes are listed below but become familiar with the roads beforehand in case of separation from the group. If you decide to drop out or change your route, let someone know beforehand.

For more details, please see Tues Training Rides.

Tue Jun 0 2

Practice Crit

Andre Sturm
Water Tower Circle
101 Watertower Cir, Colchester, VT 05446, USA

Please see Practice Crit page for complete information. This is a USA Cycling sanctioned event.

Wed Jun 0 3

Wed. Training Rides

John Williams
Wheeler Natural Area (Dirt Lot)
1715-1797 Swift St, South Burlington, VT 05403, USA

Start times vary during the year (because of the sunset)!! Riding with front and rear lights is recommended all season. Check GMBC email list for current start time.

  • Early season (through April): on the road at 5:30 PM or earlier
  • Prime season (May through August): on the road at 6:00 PM
  • Late season (September until 24 October): on the road at 5:30 PM or earlier
  • Bad weather (current or imminent): most likely cancels ride

Visit Wed Training Rides for additional information.

Questions? Send John an email

Thu Jun 0 4

Smuggler's Notch

Kevin Bessett

M & W Clifton, S Messier

Sat Jun 0 6

Sat Training Rides

John Williams

 Specifics for each ride (e.g. mandatory sign-up link, start time, weather, parking) are announced through the GMBC email list.

Start times vary during the year. Riding with front and rear lights is recommended all season.

For more information, please see Sat Training Rides.

Sun Jun 0 7

Hinesburg Hollow

Tom Kennedy
Brian Howard
Williston Central School
195 Central School Dr, Williston, VT 05495, USA

This route travels south through Huntington via the beautiful Hinesburg Hollow Road. The short route is 25 miles (M) and returns to Williston via North Road (and a little bit of dirt) while the long one is 47 miles (M/S) and continues through North Ferrisburgh to the lake and back through Hinesburg.

Tue Jun 0 9

Tues Training Rides

Kevin Bessett
Richmond Round Church
457 Bridge St, Richmond, VT 05477, USA
Start times vary during the year (because of the sunset)!! Riding with front and rear lights is recommended all season.
  • Early season (through April): on the road at 5:30 PM or earlier
  • Prime season (May through August): on the road at 6:00 PM
  • Late season (September until ??): on the road at 5:30 PM or earlier
  • Bad weather (current or imminent): most likely cancels ride

Where to Start, Park, and Ride

  • Parking/Start – In the field below the Old Round Church in Richmond (see map). Do not park on the paved road next to the Round Church
  • Rides vary. Links to some routes are listed below but become familiar with the roads beforehand in case of separation from the group. If you decide to drop out or change your route, let someone know beforehand.

For more details, please see Tues Training Rides.

Wed Jun 1 0

Wed. Training Rides

John Williams
Wheeler Natural Area (Dirt Lot)
1715-1797 Swift St, South Burlington, VT 05403, USA

Start times vary during the year (because of the sunset)!! Riding with front and rear lights is recommended all season. Check GMBC email list for current start time.

  • Early season (through April): on the road at 5:30 PM or earlier
  • Prime season (May through August): on the road at 6:00 PM
  • Late season (September until 24 October): on the road at 5:30 PM or earlier
  • Bad weather (current or imminent): most likely cancels ride

Visit Wed Training Rides for additional information.

Questions? Send John an email

Thu Jun 1 1

Jonesville 2

Kevin Bessett

J Willsey

Sat Jun 1 3

Sat Training Rides

John Williams

 Specifics for each ride (e.g. mandatory sign-up link, start time, weather, parking) are announced through the GMBC email list.

Start times vary during the year. Riding with front and rear lights is recommended all season.

For more information, please see Sat Training Rides.

Sat Jun 1 3

Introductory Ride - 3

Dorothy Pumo
Donna Leban
Wheeler Natural Area (Dirt Lot)
1715-1797 Swift St, South Burlington, VT 05403, USA

Introductory Ride for new riders. We will go 12-20 miles at a leisurely pace. Our goal is to teach new cyclists the rules of the road and how to ride in a group. Please see Introductory Rides for more information about these rides.

Tue Jun 1 6

Tues Training Rides

Kevin Bessett
Richmond Round Church
457 Bridge St, Richmond, VT 05477, USA
Start times vary during the year (because of the sunset)!! Riding with front and rear lights is recommended all season.
  • Early season (through April): on the road at 5:30 PM or earlier
  • Prime season (May through August): on the road at 6:00 PM
  • Late season (September until ??): on the road at 5:30 PM or earlier
  • Bad weather (current or imminent): most likely cancels ride

Where to Start, Park, and Ride

  • Parking/Start – In the field below the Old Round Church in Richmond (see map). Do not park on the paved road next to the Round Church
  • Rides vary. Links to some routes are listed below but become familiar with the roads beforehand in case of separation from the group. If you decide to drop out or change your route, let someone know beforehand.

For more details, please see Tues Training Rides.

Tue Jun 1 6

Practice Crit

Andre Sturm
Water Tower Circle
101 Watertower Cir, Colchester, VT 05446, USA

Please see Practice Crit page for complete information. This is a USA Cycling sanctioned event.

Wed Jun 1 7

Wed. Training Rides

John Williams
Wheeler Natural Area (Dirt Lot)
1715-1797 Swift St, South Burlington, VT 05403, USA

Start times vary during the year (because of the sunset)!! Riding with front and rear lights is recommended all season. Check GMBC email list for current start time.

  • Early season (through April): on the road at 5:30 PM or earlier
  • Prime season (May through August): on the road at 6:00 PM
  • Late season (September until 24 October): on the road at 5:30 PM or earlier
  • Bad weather (current or imminent): most likely cancels ride

Visit Wed Training Rides for additional information.

Questions? Send John an email

Thu Jun 1 8

South Greenbush 2

Kevin Bessett

B Keats, D White

Sat Jun 2 0

Sat Training Rides

John Williams

 Specifics for each ride (e.g. mandatory sign-up link, start time, weather, parking) are announced through the GMBC email list.

Start times vary during the year. Riding with front and rear lights is recommended all season.

For more information, please see Sat Training Rides.

Sun Jun 2 1

Bound for Bristol Bakery

Tom Kennedy
Kerry Crosby
Clifford Lumber, Route 116
24 Gardner Cir, Hinesburg, VT 05461, USA

This 40-mile (M) ride takes low traffic roads from Hinesburg to Bristol.  Those doing the short loop (27 miles) can stop at the Bristol Bakery for an out and back but those on the longer loop will add a loop through New Haven and Bristol before earning their pastries.

Tue Jun 2 3

Tues Training Rides

Kevin Bessett
Richmond Round Church
457 Bridge St, Richmond, VT 05477, USA
Start times vary during the year (because of the sunset)!! Riding with front and rear lights is recommended all season.
  • Early season (through April): on the road at 5:30 PM or earlier
  • Prime season (May through August): on the road at 6:00 PM
  • Late season (September until ??): on the road at 5:30 PM or earlier
  • Bad weather (current or imminent): most likely cancels ride

Where to Start, Park, and Ride

  • Parking/Start – In the field below the Old Round Church in Richmond (see map). Do not park on the paved road next to the Round Church
  • Rides vary. Links to some routes are listed below but become familiar with the roads beforehand in case of separation from the group. If you decide to drop out or change your route, let someone know beforehand.

For more details, please see Tues Training Rides.

Wed Jun 2 4

Wed. Training Rides

John Williams
Wheeler Natural Area (Dirt Lot)
1715-1797 Swift St, South Burlington, VT 05403, USA

Start times vary during the year (because of the sunset)!! Riding with front and rear lights is recommended all season. Check GMBC email list for current start time.

  • Early season (through April): on the road at 5:30 PM or earlier
  • Prime season (May through August): on the road at 6:00 PM
  • Late season (September until 24 October): on the road at 5:30 PM or earlier
  • Bad weather (current or imminent): most likely cancels ride

Visit Wed Training Rides for additional information.

Questions? Send John an email

Thu Jun 2 5

Duxbury (gravel)

Kevin Bessett

M Meredyth

Sat Jun 2 7

Sat Training Rides

John Williams

 Specifics for each ride (e.g. mandatory sign-up link, start time, weather, parking) are announced through the GMBC email list.

Start times vary during the year. Riding with front and rear lights is recommended all season.

For more information, please see Sat Training Rides.

Sat Jun 2 7

Upper Valley Gravel Ride

Tom Evers
Pat Stabler

Additional information will be posted when available.

Sat Jun 2 7

Introductory Ride - 4

Kerry Crosby
Holly Creeks
Wheeler Natural Area (Dirt Lot)
1715-1797 Swift St, South Burlington, VT 05403, USA

Introductory Ride for new riders. We will go 12-20 miles at a leisurely pace. Our goal is to teach new cyclists the rules of the road and how to ride in a group. Please see Introductory Rides for more information about these rides.

Sun Jun 2 8

Jaunt from Jasper Mine

Phyl Newbeck
Dorothy Pumo
Jasper Mine Road
2 Jasper Mine Rd, Colchester, VT 05446, USA

This rolling hill ride (60 M/S) passes through Georgia and Milton before heading to St. Albans Bay for a break by the bay and over to Swanton. The shorter version (40 M) turns around after the break stop. This ride has a short stretch along the shore of the Lamoille River and a longer stretch along Lake Champlain. There is only one store on the ride and it is at the point where the two rides separate.

Tue Jun 3 0

Tues Training Rides

Kevin Bessett
Richmond Round Church
457 Bridge St, Richmond, VT 05477, USA
Start times vary during the year (because of the sunset)!! Riding with front and rear lights is recommended all season.
  • Early season (through April): on the road at 5:30 PM or earlier
  • Prime season (May through August): on the road at 6:00 PM
  • Late season (September until ??): on the road at 5:30 PM or earlier
  • Bad weather (current or imminent): most likely cancels ride

Where to Start, Park, and Ride

  • Parking/Start – In the field below the Old Round Church in Richmond (see map). Do not park on the paved road next to the Round Church
  • Rides vary. Links to some routes are listed below but become familiar with the roads beforehand in case of separation from the group. If you decide to drop out or change your route, let someone know beforehand.

For more details, please see Tues Training Rides.

Tue Jun 3 0

Practice Crit

Andre Sturm
Water Tower Circle
101 Watertower Cir, Colchester, VT 05446, USA

Please see Practice Crit page for complete information. This is a USA Cycling sanctioned event.

GMBC Rider Waiver

Everyone, regardless of membership status, must have a signed GMBC Rider Waiver on record to participate in any GMBC event. You only have to sign ONCE a season and then all rides are covered.

Always click refresh (on your browser bar) to be sure that you are seeing the most recent version of all events. This is especially important for race results and cue sheets! Calendar event dates, times and venues are approximate until schedules are finalized in Spring of each year. Ride times listed are MEET TIMES only because the actual ride time will depend on riders, route chosen, changing weather, etc. Evening training ride start times will vary as the sunset time changes and will be earlier in spring and fall and later in midsummer. Saturday (VP) training rides are the opposite and tend to start earlier in midsummer to allow for longer and cooler rides. Check the latest information on the GMBC email list for the most updated information.

Users may change the full calendar view as well as the view on the sidebar menu. Options include: full, week, day, list, 4-day, and posterboard. Tours, time trials, crits, training rides and meetings are each color-coded for easy identification. Clicking on an event will provide full information including a map to the start site and ride leader contact information if relevant. Mouse over (hover) an event to see the same information but with smaller text and no map.

Please report problems with the calendar information to the webmaster. If you would like to have your bicycle-related event in Vermont or upstate New York included on the GMBC calendar, please contact the webmaster.