VeloMelo provides forums for cyclists of similar skill sets and interests to get together and collect adventures. Our local rides occur on a regular basis but vary by time of year. We encourage members to post group ride opportunities in addition to our core events.
Group Ride Schedule:
Saturday’s Wootton / K2 Cafe Ride
9:00 am Start April - October
This diverse group ride meets every Saturday morning year-round, except when road conditions warrant cancellation or temps fall under 40 degrees.
Although the ride has a reputation for being highly competitive in the AA Group, a majority of the riders participate in what we now call our Adventure Group. This group explores the natural beauty of the western Montgomery County countryside. We ride at a brisk pace but prioritize comradely over hammering the hills. EVERY ride stops at K2 Cafe for a coffee break!
Routes always start at Thomas Wootton High School and vary in distance by time of year ranging from 40-65 miles.
Currently we are starting at 9:00AM.
River +: May 4, June 1, June 29, July 27.
Explore Sugarloaf: May 11, June 8, July 6, August 3
THE Park Mills: May 18, June 15, July 13, August 10
Better Bucklodge: May 25, June 22, July 20, August 17
Wednesday’s Zephyrus Ride (April 12 - Fall)
This Ride is ON!
Route description: Zephyrus Bikes hosts our Wednesday night ride from the Giant Shopping Center in Falls Church, just off Rt. 50. The ride is no drop, casual, and meant to be a fun break to the work week.
The route travels through Fairfax County to Great Falls and back, approximately 28 miles.
The “Zephyrus VeloMelo (ZVM) Sunday Fondo”
See You in October
9 AM Start from Bluemont Park (Carlin Springs Rd. Pkg. Lot)
9:20 AM Pick-up at Lyon Village Starbucks
