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.
Please join our 7000+ member FACEBOOK group too,
https://www.facebook.com/groups/TampaBayCycling/
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For multi-day bike trips check out Fun Bike Trips - Any Town USA - One Day or Multi-day (Tampa, FL) | Meetup
Our USA Rails to Trails Facebook group, Rails To Trails Bike Trips | Facebook
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Seminole Good Morning Ride (5:30am START) (25 miles @ 16-19 mph)102nd Avenue North, Seminole, FL
Start your day off right with an early morning ride with two big bridge crossings! And if you want to do more than the posted 16-19mph, there are breakaway opportunities to do so, if you know the routes.
PLEASE NOTE: The route takes us along Gulf Blvd and other roadways, so if you are uncomfortable riding on streets, please choose another ride to participate in.
This is now a no-drop, no-sleep, 25 mile ride with rolling speeds of 16-19mph. It starts at 5:30am SHARP, because some of us work right after the ride. The ride will start from 102 Ave N in Seminole, in the parking lot right next to the Pinellas Trail.
Please note the 5:30am start time! It will be dark at the start of this ride, make sure you have a working headlight and taillight. If you do not, for safety reasons, you will not be allowed to participate.
WHAT TO BRING:
1. Spare Tube (flat tire fixings)
2. Helmet (REQUIRED)
3. Front and Rear Lights (CHARGED and ready to ride)
4. Bright Clothing
5. Fluids
6. Pump (if you didn't pump your tires before you left the house)Please be considerate of the group and arrive 15 minutes before the ride starts. We will leave promptly at 5:30am.
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 peers :) . 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.
No shows, negative or adversarial comments, posts or actions will result in removal and banning of the offending party.
• 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.
