What we’re about
Our Tampa Bay Cycling meetup group is targeted for Tampa Bay area cyclists interested in joining together to enjoy biking in the Tampa Bay area. We offer multiple biking speed classes, some shorter introductory group rides averaging from 10 to 12 mph, some rides 12 to 14, and others that are 15 to 18 mph. We are adding leaders for some even faster rides. Please check each meetup for specifics on the average speed anticipated for the bike ride. Most of our rides are as a social, relaxed, but supportive group, in other words no paceline, and trash talking. As we add faster rides some may have a paceline, read the ride description.
Negative or adversarial comments, posts or actions will result in removal and banning of the offending party.
Helmets are required, lights are heavily suggested, and participation is at your own risk, a waiver may be required which leader will bring to ride.
Our founder Patrick Hodgson, started this biking group (originally as Pinellas Pedalers) to meet other cycling enthusiasts and looking forward to exploring the many trails and safe bicycling roads in the area. Although all cyclists of all levels are welcome to join in, our rides will be from 10-90 miles, with most around 20 to 50 miles, and on occasion, a century ride.
We also like to get some of the members to join together to form a team to ride in the various charity events around the state of Florida.
All of our rides are posted on meetup. https://www.meetup.com/Tampa-Bay-Cycling/events/
We at Tampa Bay Cycling do not charge dues.
BY JOINING OUR Tampa Bay Cycling MEETUP GROUP YOU AGREE TO OUR
TERMS OF PARTICIPATION
By registering and participating in this meetup, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to the following statement:
I understand that bicycling and other activities herein involve certain dangers and risks which I am prepared to fully assume for myself and all children accompanying me. I will abide by all traffic laws and regulations and agree to bicycle in a safe and prudent manner. In addition, I agree to waive all claims which I, or any member of my family, or my heirs, executors or assigns, may have against this meetup or its agents for damages or injury sustained as the result of participating in the physical activity here or in the future with the group.
The ride leader may have a release for me to sign.
We are volunteers, not professional hosts, leaders, medical personnel or mechanics, just folks who enjoy group rides with like minded peers :) . You are totally responsible for your own bike, personal skill level, personal safety and decisions.
If you want post a ride let Paul Schlimme, Patrick Hodgson, or Kevin Crocco know and we will make you a host.
Please join our 8500+ member FACEBOOK group too,
https://www.facebook.com/groups/TampaBayCycling/
Want to kayak, paddleboard, hike, or ?? Check out Fun Outdoor Adventures - formerly FiftyPlus Explorers (Tampa, FL) | Meetup
For multi-day fun bike trips check out Fun Bike Trips - Any Town USA - One Day or Multi-day (Tampa, FL) | Meetup
Our 13000+ member group of rails to trails biking peeps USA Rails to Trails Facebook group, Rails To Trails Bike Trips | Facebook
This ride will introduce you to the Gulfport and South East St Pete area neighborhoods and some parks on the trail. Ride will be 18 miles at a comfortable pace (11 to 13 mph) so riders will enjoy exploring while at the same time, making new friends with like interests. We take a water and photo and bathroom break at 8.3 miles at Bay Vista Park in South Esat St Pete.
it may be windy so we will be riding through some neighborhoods such as the Pink Streets and on the Pinellas and Skyway trails briefly too. Paul bought in Gulfport because of fun rides that started at or near the Casino ballroom. Check it out.
Want to see photos from previous St Pete Tampa Bay Cycling rides? A Slideshow of Tampa Bay Cycling Biking Saint Petersburg >> Click and select slideshow >> Photobucket
We start by bus shelter at Gulfport Casino. There are rest rooms. People may get a bite after the ride if so inclined in Gulfport.
RIDE WITH GPS Route Gulfport 18 miles · Ride with GPS
If you like join some of us for a paddle of the mangroves afterwards in Gulfport or for other future kayak adventures see Sandy Feet Kayak Adventures | Meetup
TERMS OF PARTICIPATION
By registering and participating in this or any of our future meetups, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to the following statement:
I understand that the activities herein involve certain dangers and risks which I am prepared to fully assume for myself and all children accompanying me. I will abide by all laws and regulations and agree to participate in a safe and prudent manner. In addition, I agree to waive all claims which I, or any member of my family, or my heirs, executors or assigns, may have against this meetup or its agents for damages or injury sustained as the result of participating in the physical activity.
We are volunteers, not professional hosts, leaders, medical personnel, cartographers, weather forecasters or mechanics, coaches or psychologists, just folks who enjoy group events with like-minded peers :) . You are totally responsible for your own equipment, personal skill level, health, personal safety and decisions.
We in our sole discretion may choose whom to accept or remove from this meetup group.
No shows, negative or adversarial comments, posts or actions will result in removal and banning of the offending party.
Join our Tampa Bay Cycling 7800 member Facebook bike group-invite your friends 
Interested in multi-day bike trips?
Check out Rails To Trails USA Bike Adventures FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/groups/2746756752291340
and out of town bike adventures at www.FunBikeTrips.com
TIME TO GIVE BACK
Do you wish there were rides at a different speed then this, maybe shorter/longer, closer to your house/work, or at a different time? Message Paul S and he will make you a host so you can post. The more variety the better.
• What to bring
Required, a helmet will be required.
Suggested,
a spare tube (flat tire fixings),
bike lock,
plenty of liquids;
Bright clothing,
front & rear lights are very good to have .
Please be group minded and arrive 15 minutes before the ride starts, as we will start promptly.
Rains or excessive winds may cause cancellation. Check back day of event.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Friday Fitness Ride Kolb Park, Indian Rocks BeachKolb Park, Indian Rocks Beach, FL
Come join the Friday Fitness Ride! This is a 29 mile, 5 bridge climbs, 16-21 mph (or more) quick-paced, no messing around ride that starts at Kolb Park in Indian Rocks Beach at 530am sharp.
The ride route heads north on Gulf Blvd., back and forth across the Belleair Bridge, north to Sand Key across the Sand Key Bridge, weaves through Clearwater Beach and north to Carlouel, back down to the Memorial Causeway and over the Clearwater Beach Bridge, weaving back behind Morton Plant and through Belleair back to the Belleair Bridge. There are a few sprints and we pace line, with a couple of quick pitstop points to catch your breath and take a sip, but we roll most of the 1:45-2:00 hours that we are in the saddle.
Please note the 5:30am start time! It will be dark when we roll out so please make sure you have a working headlight and taillight. If you do not, for safety reasons, you will not be allowed to participate.
MUST BRING:
*LIGHTS (front and back and make sure lights are fully charged),
*Spare tube and air (flat tire fixings),
*Plenty of fluids (and nutrition if you need it),
*Helmet,
*Bright clothingPlease be group minded and arrive 15 minutes early so you are ready to roll at 530am.
TERMS OF PARTICIPATION
By registering and participating in this or any of our future meetups, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to the following statement:
I understand that the activities herein involve certain dangers and risks which I am prepared to fully assume for myself and all children accompanying me. I will abide by all laws and regulations and agree to participate in a safe and prudent manner. In addition, I agree to waive all claims which I, or any member of my family, or my heirs, executors or assigns, may have against this meetup or its agents for damages or injury sustained as the result of participating in the physical activity.
We are volunteers, not professional hosts, leaders, medical personnel, cartographers, weather forecasters or mechanics, just folks who enjoy group rides with like minded people. You are totally responsible for your own equipment, personal skill level, health, personal safety and decisions.
Please stay home if your bike isn't up to date or your health is sketchy. Even if you think it is allergies, please ride solo or stay home. Just regular coughing may alarm the other riders.
We in our sole discretion may choose whom to accept or remove from this meetup group.
• See all our Tampa-Bay-Cycling rides we need you with us!
https://www.meetup.com/Tampa-Bay-Cycling/events/Join our Tampa-Bay-Cycling Facebook bike group page
(0ver 5000 members)-invite your friends!
https://www.facebook.com/groups/TampaBayCycling/Rains or excessive winds may cause cancellation. Check back day of event.
