CLASS	AVG MPH	RECOMMENDED DISTANCE	DESCRIPTION
D	7 to 9	10 Miles	For new, inexperienced riders or families. Frequent stops, as few hills as possible and the group will wait for all riders.  The ride lengths are usually less than 10 miles, but longer distances are permissible.
C	10 to 11	10 to 30 Miles	For average riders with rest stops as needed.  The group will wait for stragglers.
C+	12 to 13	30 +	For average riders with rest stops every 45-60 minutes.  No obligation to wait for stragglers if cue sheets or maps are provided.
B-	14 to 15	30 +	For more experienced riders with rest stops at the discretion of the ride leader.  No obligation to wait for stragglers if cue sheets or maps are provided.
B+	16 to 18	30+	For strong riders with rest stops at the discretion of the ride leader.  No obligation to wait for stragglers if cue sheets or maps are provided.
A	19+	30+	For very strong riders with rest stops on rides longer then 40 Miles at the discretion of the ride leader.  No obligation to wait for stragglers if cue sheets or maps are provided.

Please note that averages may vary according to the terrain.
These are averages are for flat terrain.

1. Each rider assumes his/her own risk on all time trials and touring rides.
2. Those who ride ahead of the group are on their own ride.
3. Always notify the ride leader before leaving the group.
4. Ride leaders should adhere to the advertised speed of the ride.
5. Ride leaders are not expected to be bike mechanics.

About DVBC
The Delaware Valley Bicycle Club (DVBC) is a small non-profit organization which serves Delaware County and adjacent areas west of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. DVBC, which is probably the oldest bike club in the Philadelphia area, was formed in 1973 (informally circa 1968) to educate the public as to the safe use of the bicycle through lectures, seminars, planned rides, and other activities promoting the bicycle as an efficient and enjoyable means of exercise, recreation, and transportation. DVBC is a relatively small club and currently has approximately 180 members. We are affiliated with League of American Bicyclists and the Bicycle Coalition of the Delaware Valley. DVBC actively works on projects lobbying political support for issues important to cyclists. We lead many free rides every month for all levels of cyclists. Our meetings and rides are open to the public.