CJBC Central Jersey Bicycle Club, Inc.

Ride Classifications

The following ride classifications and terrain ratings are used in the club newsletter, The HUB, to provide potential ride attendees with an idea of what to expect on a particular ride.

An example ride listing:

TUESDAY, JAN 31
B+, 2/3, 35    10:00 AM
Starting at Lyons Mall in Basking Ridge.
Please call to confirm ride.
John Kurzel, 908-555-1212

• B+ indicates a steady 14-15 mph pace
  • Note the speed may vary during ride, depending on terrain.
• 2/3 means over rolling to large hills
• 35 indicates that the ride will cover approximately 35 miles
• The ride starts at 10:00 AM, sharp
• The ride leader has requested that riders call to confirm they are joining the ride
• The ride leader's name and contact phone number are provided
  • Note on leaderless rides:  Any Leaderless Rides listed in The HUB are different from the other rides in that either has no predetermined leader.  If you attend, you may or may not find someone assuming the leadership role.

Pace Ratings

• Speed indicates average upon completion of ride.
• Speed may vary during ride, depending on terrain.

Class	For	Average speed while moving
AX	strong, experienced cyclists in top physical condition	18 mph or more
A+	strong, experienced cyclist	17-18 mph
A	strong, experienced cyclist	16-17 mph
A -	strong, experienced cyclist	15-16 mph
B+	good, competent cyclists	14-15 mph
B	good, competent cyclists	13-14 mph
B -	good, competent cyclists	12-13 mph
C+	average cyclists	11-12 mph
C	average cyclists	10-11 mph
C -	average cyclists	9-10 mph
D	novice cyclists	9 mph or less
ATB	All-Terrain and Hybrids	...will vary with terrain and riders' experience.
MTB	All-Terrain Bikes only	...will vary

Terrain Ratings

1. Hill Mania (multiple long and/or steep climbs)
    
2. Large Hills (such as Hillcrest Road in Warren or Johnston Drive in Watchung)
    
3. Rolling Hills (such as Valley Road in Warren Township)
    
4. Flat (except for the occasional overpass)

1. 1 Log: Novice. Basically flat. Typically tow paths and fire roads.
    
2. 2 Logs: Intermediate. Rolling. Rough paths and fire roads.
    
3. 3 Logs: Advanced. Numerous steep hills, some technical.
    

MTB Ratings

1. 1 Log: Novice. Basically flat to smooth.
    
2. 2 Logs: Intermediate. Rolling rugged.
    
3. 3 Logs: Advanced. Hilly, technical.