The West Florida Wheelmen have weekly rides that cater to all abilities!  Come out & join us!

Saturday Pensacola ‘In City’ Ride: Start varies - check calendar.  Alternates among our “Circle of Rides”, with the upcoming selection posted on our web page calendar by David Mayo. Usually has A and B options, see ride description for the week for more details.

Saturday Blackwater ‘In the Country’ Ride: 8AM. Ride in the beautiful Blackwater State Forest! Starts from the Blackwater Heritage Trail (a Rails to Trails Park) parking lot at Stewart St. and Highway 90 in Milton, right next to Truly Spokin’ Bicycles. Various routes are planned each week by David Murphy and posted on the Blackwater Cycling Facebook page. Includes A, B, C, and sometimes even more groups doing the same route so no one gets left behind.

Ride distances are approximate. Some riders only do portions of the longer rides. We stop every 20-25 miles for rest stops and ensure all riders are safe. We try to ensure all riders know the route and wait at turns for all to re-group.  Our goal is to provide rides for all levels of riders and their various desires for pace and distance.   Don’t forget that helmets are mandatory on all WFW club rides.

Group Pace Guidelines

Understanding Our Pace Groups

To ensure everyone has an enjoyable and safe riding experience, we've established clear pace parameters for all group rides. These guidelines help riders find the group that best matches their fitness level and riding goals.

Group Speed Parameters

Our groups are organized by moving pace speed on flat terrain:

• Group A: 22+ mph
• Group B: 19-21 mph
• Group C: 17-19 mph
• Group D: 15-17 mph
• Group E: 13-15 mph

Important Notes

• These are moving pace speeds, not average speeds - measured on flat road conditions
• Speeds may vary on hills and challenging terrain, but groups should maintain their designated pace on flats
• Choose the group that matches your comfortable sustained pace, not your maximum effort

Our Commitment

The club is making an effort to strictly adhere to these pace parameters. Ride leaders will monitor group speeds to ensure everyone stays within their designated range, creating a better experience for all participants.

Finding Your Group

Not sure which group is right for you? Consider:

• Your typical comfortable riding speed on flat roads
• Your fitness level and riding experience
• Whether you prefer a social pace or training intensity

When in doubt, start with a slightly slower group - you can always move up as your fitness improves!

Full List of Routes

Below are some of our common routes. See the ride calendar for upcoming rides.