We Support the Local Cycling Community Through Events and Partnerships.

Throughout the year, we promote cycling and help others do the same.  Check this space for upcoming events and promotional information.

 

CCCP Weekly Ride Schedule

Community Cycling Club of Portland (CCCP) and Back Bay Bicycle organize 3 weekly group rides for different riding styles and levels and which run from March through the end of October. These range from beginner, instructional rides  to experienced, fast club rides. Riding with a group is a  great way to improve your riding skills and fitness level.

Join the CCCP Ride E-mail List for updates, social events and last minute or organized special rides such as our Annual Memorial Day White Mountain Challenge. Send your e-mail address to: Kris Clark  - kris@gwi.net

Also check out joining CCCP at: www.BikeCCCP.org

  • All rides leave from the shop at 333 Forest Ave, Portland.

  • Helmets required. Lights, especially rear, highly recommended.

  • Riders under 18 require waiver signed by parent.

  • Road bikes, rather than hybrid, strongly recommended for all these rides.

MONDAYS - 6:00 pm (5pm early spring and late fall, 5:30pm late spring & early fall)

  • ROAD, 20-25miles, medium (16 -20mph), Middle Rd to Yarmouth, then back on Rte 88.  3 regrouping stops. Opposite direction on alternate weeks.

THURSDAYS - 6:00pm (5pm early spring and late fall,  5:30pm late spring & early fall)

  • ROAD,  30-40 miles, fast and hilly, 18-22mph,, Falmouth, Cumberland, Gray & back.  2 regrouping stops.

SATURDAYS - 8am

  • ROAD, 15-25 miles, easy to moderate, Recommended for riders new to group rides.(14-17mph)

 

 

CCCP Special Event Rides

MONDAY, MAY 26th, Memorial Day

      FOURTH ANNUAL MEMORIAL DAY WHITE MOUNTAIN RIDE

      A gorgeous, challenging road ride over three White Mountain passes . 82 miles, 6400 feet of 

      vertical climbing with breathtaking views. Includes the infamous Hurricane Mountain Road with

      it's 17% grade (Alternate route around Hurricane is optional) Starts and ends in Fryeberg,

      Maine but goes through New Hampshire. Hurricane, Pinkham and Evans Notches.

       For more info contact: Kris Clark, kris@gwi.net, 775-0356

 

SATURDAY, JULY 12th

       THE COMMUNITY RIDE

       A CCCP organized ride to benefit The Bike Shop Program http://TheBikeShop1.org

       

      CCCP organizes many special event weekend rides. For more information and updates on these

       rides go to http://BikeCCCP.org or join the E-mailing listby sending an e-mail requesting 

        being added to kris@gwi.net.