Fredericksburg Cycling Club Pedals Into Spring
Cycling is not only great exercise, but a great way to meet people. Join FCC for its membership ride and picnic on May 10.
By Chuck Sekinger
GUEST COLUMNIST
Time to dust off that bicycle that has been hanging all by itself in the garage for the past 6 months and get it ready for the new 2025 riding season! There are wonderfully scenic roads in northeastern Virginia that are within a 25-mile radius of Fredericksburg, just waiting for bike tires to burn up some miles. Where are these bike routes and how do you get started? Well, you may not know it, but the Fredericksburg Cycling Club has a ride for everyone.
The Fredericksburg Cycling Club has been going strong for over 40 years. With a growing membership of people of all ages, from the avid century cyclist (100 miles), to a relaxed pace No-Drop 20-mile rider, the Club has organized rides posted weekly on Tuesdays, Thursdays, mornings, evenings, and weekends (all weather permitting).
The Fredericksburg Cycling Club offers a variety of tours on paved roads, gravel roads, and even mountain-bike single tracks. All you need to bring is a bike in good running order (e-bikes are welcome), a helmet, a water bottle, and a great attitude.
Riding in a peloton (group of bikers) on a club ride is fun, exhilarating, and safer than riding alone. You may even make a new friend that keeps you riding more than you thought possible.
The Club is always looking for new ride leaders and new routes to ride, so you may even get the chance to lead the peloton. Not to mention that riding a bike is a great way to get your cardio exercise, tighten your core, and get your mind away from stress.
Paul Cariker is the president of the Fredericksburg Cycling Club and the creative leader that is the center of the organization. Paul is quite the history buff and often leads rides through Caroline County showcasing the region’s cultural landmarks from the 1700’s through the Civil War. You can contact him at pjcariker@comcast.net.
On Saturday, May 10, 2025, Fredericksburg Cycling Club will be hosting a “Spring Membership” ride and picnic that will start at the historic Bethel Church in Paige, Virginia, just outside of Bowling Green. The rides offered will be a 20 miler No Drop, a 36 miler, a 62 miler (metric), and a 100 miler (century), all starting at approximately 9:00 a.m.
Tables will be set up for a bike “swap” where accessories can be sold, traded, or given away. There will be a buffet style meal provided inside the Church after the rides. All are encouraged to bring a dish to share and an outdoor chair.
If you are looking for a great way to spend the summer with friends, get into shape, and enjoy the beautiful countryside that we have in Virginia, a membership in the Fredericksburg Cycling Club is the way to go. For more information, please visit Fredericksburg Cyclists.
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