What we’re about
This group is for people who would like to bike on the various rail trails in northern MA and southern NH, both paved and unpaved. When mountain biking on unpaved trails, we will definitely NOT be rock hopping or stump jumping; none of that crazy stuff. We'll stick to mostly flat rail trails and parks, maintaining a moderate pace and with several water breaks along the way. We'll be offering both weekend and mid-week rides, possibly some evening rides, too.
Most of the trails we'll do are in the range of 15 - 25 miles round trip, which translates into a riding time of approximately 2 - 3 hours, depending on the length of the ride and the breaks we take along the way. Our rides are intended as social activities, rather than physical challenges or a biking competition. Participants are encouraged to bike at their own pace, whatever that may be. We'll stop and regroup from time to time, to make sure that we don't lose anybody on the trail. See our Rail Trail Resources page for links to descriptions of the trails we ride.
You can also check out the trails we ride by visiting our Virtual Bike Ride page in the group's message boards.
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Jingle Ride w/Ciclismo Classico! Bike, Sing, Holiday Bling in Boston Area!
Kickstand Cafe, 594 Masssachusetts Ave, Arlington, ma, USIt's that wonderful time of year again when the holiday season is upon us! The joyful Jingle Ride, from Arlington throughout the Boston area, takes place this year on Sunday, December 14th, 2025 at 10:00am. Riders dress in holiday themed biking attire, sing holiday carols, sip hot chocolate and munch on cookies in Harvard Square mid-route, see the beautiful Boston holiday decorations (including the giant tree at Fanuel Hall area,) and return feeling holiday happy! The event is open to the public so you can bring guests
Details:
The ride is organized by Ciclismo Classico and below is info. from their webpage.
"Started in 1996, the Jingle Ride is a leisurely 18.5-mile ride and festive bike parade from Arlington to Boston and back. Now in its 28th year, the Jingle Ride is one of the longest-running Boston holiday sporting events and certainly one of the most colorful. For those who love a parade, love to sing, or who get a kick out of wearing antlers or a holiday costume, the Jingle Ride is a must for your holiday calendar.- When: Sunday, December 14, 2025, 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM
- Check-in /Registration begins at 10:00 am. The ride starts promptly at 11:00 AM.
- Register Today on Eventbrite.
- Ride Start/End Location: Kickstand Café (594 Massachusetts Ave, Arlington, MA 02476), a popular café in Arlington Center next to the Minuteman Bikeway. This bike-loving business sells delicious hot beverages and pastries.
- Cost: FREE
Disclaimer: AS A CONDITION OF ATTENDING THIS MEETUP, YOU AGREE TO: Hold harmless, and indemnify the organizers and their relations and heirs, and all members and participants of the Meetup group from any and all claims for injury, illness, death, and/or property damage including those caused by negligence, ignorance, inexperience and other reasons. You also agree to assume all mental, physical, financial, and/or other risk associated with this meetup. Kayaking, camping, hiking, bicycling, and other similar activities pose inherent risks and dangers. Participation in these activities is voluntary and dependent upon your own personal judgment. As organizers, we make no claims regarding any expertise for this outing. This is not a guided tour.
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