Upcoming Rides
Get ready to hit the road and join us for one of our upcoming rides! At Gulf Coast Velo, we offer a variety of group rides designed for cyclists of all skill levels—from beginners to seasoned riders. Our rides not only promote fitness and well-being but also foster camaraderie and support among members.
What to Expect:
Scenic Routes: Enjoy the beautiful landscapes surrounding, but not limited to, Lakewood Ranch, Manasota Key, Casey Key, Venice, Punta Gorda and North River Ranch.
Skill-Level Groups: Whether you’re looking for a leisurely ride or a more challenging route, we have options tailored just for you.
Supportive Atmosphere: Ride with fellow enthusiasts who are eager to share tips, advice, and experiences.
GCV Steers & Beers Mid-Week
Join us Wednesday in LWR for a 40 to 45-mile route starting at 7:30 AM from the parking lot behind LWR Town Hall.
This is a no drop, multi-speed, pace line group ride. We will have 19-21 mph, 20-23 mph, and 23-25 mph speed groups available based on rider turnout.
Following the ride everyone is invited to grab a coffee and/or brunch with the group at either Starbucks or Station 400.
We hope to see you in the morning.
***Anyone choosing to join a Gulf Coast Velo ride understands that Gulf Coast Velo are not insurers of your personal safety or liability. Therefore, all riders agree to release and forever discharge and hold harmless Gulf Coast Velo, its members, officers, directors, agents, servants, representatives, sponsors, volunteers and assignees from all liability (personal and property), arising out of or connected in any way to participation in Gulf Coast Velo group bicycle rides. Participants also agree to fully comply with all applicable laws and traffic regulations; to conduct themselves in a safe and prudent manner; to wear a nationally recognized helmet approved for bicycling and to not use headphones or cell phones while riding.
GCV Steers & Beers Weekend Warmup
Join us Friday in LWR for a 40 to 45-mile route starting at 7:30 AM from the Southwest corner of the Publix parking lot at University and Lorraine Rd. You can park at the southern end of the Publix parking lot nearest the GTE Bank lot, but not in their lot.
This is a no drop, multi-speed, pace line group ride. We will have 19-21 mph, 20-23 mph, and 23-25 mph speed groups available based on rider turnout.
Following the ride everyone is invited to grab a coffee and/or brunch with the group at either Starbucks or The Toasted Yolk Cafe.
We hope to see you in the morning.
***Anyone choosing to join a Gulf Coast Velo ride understands that Gulf Coast Velo are not insurers of your personal safety or liability. Therefore, all riders agree to release and forever discharge and hold harmless Gulf Coast Velo, its members, officers, directors, agents, servants, representatives, sponsors, volunteers and assignees from all liability (personal and property), arising out of or connected in any way to participation in Gulf Coast Velo group bicycle rides. Participants also agree to fully comply with all applicable laws and traffic regulations; to conduct themselves in a safe and prudent manner; to wear a nationally recognized helmet approved for bicycling and to not use headphones or cell phones while riding.
GCV Sunday Classic LWR
Join us Sunday in LWR for a 42-mile route starting at 7:30 AM from the parking lot behind Panera Bread on SR-70 and LWR Blvd.
This is a no drop, multi-speed, pace line group ride. We will have 16-18 mph, 19-21 mph, and 22+mph speed groups available based on rider turnout.
Who’s in?
Following the ride everyone is invited to grab a coffee and/or brunch with the group at Panera Bread.
We hope to see you in the morning.
***Anyone choosing to join a Gulf Coast Velo ride understands that Gulf Coast Velo are not insurers of your personal safety or liability. Therefore, all riders agree to release and forever discharge and hold harmless Gulf Coast Velo, its members, officers, directors, agents, servants, representatives, sponsors, volunteers and assignees from all liability (personal and property), arising out of or connected in any way to participation in Gulf Coast Velo group bicycle rides. Participants also agree to fully comply with all applicable laws and traffic regulations; to conduct themselves in a safe and prudent manner; to wear a nationally recognized helmet approved for bicycling and to not use headphones or cell phones while riding.
GCV Sunday Classic Venice
Join us Sunday in Venice for a 45 to 50-mile ride starting at 7:30 AM from the parking lot behind McDonald’s/Circle K on Laurel Rd.
This is a no drop, multi-speed, pace line group ride. We will have two speed groups available, A group 22-25+mph, and B group 19-22 mph.
Who’s in?
We hope to see you in the morning.
***Anyone choosing to join a Gulf Coast Velo ride understands that Gulf Coast Velo are not insurers of your personal safety or liability. Therefore, all riders agree to release and forever discharge and hold harmless Gulf Coast Velo, its members, officers, directors, agents, servants, representatives, sponsors, volunteers and assignees from all liability (personal and property), arising out of or connected in any way to participation in Gulf Coast Velo group bicycle rides. Participants also agree to fully comply with all applicable laws and traffic regulations; to conduct themselves in a safe and prudent manner; to wear a nationally recognized helmet approved for bicycling and to not use headphones or cell phones while riding.
GCV Steers & Beers Recovery
Join us Monday in LWR for a 40 to 45-mile route starting at 7:30 AM from the parking lot behind LWR Town Hall.
This is a no drop, multi-speed, pace line group ride. We will have both 19-21 mph and 20-23 mph speed groups available based on rider turnout.
Following the ride everyone is invited to grab a coffee and/or brunch with the group at either Starbucks or Station 400.
We hope to see you in the morning.
***Anyone choosing to join a Gulf Coast Velo ride understands that Gulf Coast Velo are not insurers of your personal safety or liability. Therefore, all riders agree to release and forever discharge and hold harmless Gulf Coast Velo, its members, officers, directors, agents, servants, representatives, sponsors, volunteers and assignees from all liability (personal and property), arising out of or connected in any way to participation in Gulf Coast Velo group bicycle rides. Participants also agree to fully comply with all applicable laws and traffic regulations; to conduct themselves in a safe and prudent manner; to wear a nationally recognized helmet approved for bicycling and to not use headphones or cell phones while riding.
GCV Steers & Beers Mid-Week
Join us Wednesday in LWR for a 40 to 45-mile route starting at 7:30 AM from the parking lot behind LWR Town Hall.
This is a no drop, multi-speed, pace line group ride. We will have 19-21 mph, 20-23 mph, and 23-25 mph speed groups available based on rider turnout.
Following the ride everyone is invited to grab a coffee and/or brunch with the group at either Starbucks or Station 400.
We hope to see you in the morning.
***Anyone choosing to join a Gulf Coast Velo ride understands that Gulf Coast Velo are not insurers of your personal safety or liability. Therefore, all riders agree to release and forever discharge and hold harmless Gulf Coast Velo, its members, officers, directors, agents, servants, representatives, sponsors, volunteers and assignees from all liability (personal and property), arising out of or connected in any way to participation in Gulf Coast Velo group bicycle rides. Participants also agree to fully comply with all applicable laws and traffic regulations; to conduct themselves in a safe and prudent manner; to wear a nationally recognized helmet approved for bicycling and to not use headphones or cell phones while riding.
GCV Steers & Beers Weekend Warmup
Join us Friday in LWR for a 40 to 45-mile route starting at 7:30 AM from the Southwest corner of the Publix parking lot at University and Lorraine Rd. You can park at the southern end of the Publix parking lot nearest the GTE Bank lot, but not in their lot.
This is a no drop, multi-speed, pace line group ride. We will have 19-21 mph, 20-23 mph, and 23-25 mph speed groups available based on rider turnout.
Following the ride everyone is invited to grab a coffee and/or brunch with the group at either Starbucks or The Toasted Yolk Cafe.
We hope to see you in the morning.
***Anyone choosing to join a Gulf Coast Velo ride understands that Gulf Coast Velo are not insurers of your personal safety or liability. Therefore, all riders agree to release and forever discharge and hold harmless Gulf Coast Velo, its members, officers, directors, agents, servants, representatives, sponsors, volunteers and assignees from all liability (personal and property), arising out of or connected in any way to participation in Gulf Coast Velo group bicycle rides. Participants also agree to fully comply with all applicable laws and traffic regulations; to conduct themselves in a safe and prudent manner; to wear a nationally recognized helmet approved for bicycling and to not use headphones or cell phones while riding.
GCV Sunday Classic LWR
Join us Sunday in LWR for a 42-mile route starting at 7:30 AM from the parking lot behind Panera Bread on SR-70 and LWR Blvd.
This is a no drop, multi-speed, pace line group ride. We will have 16-18 mph, 19-21 mph, and 22+mph speed groups available based on rider turnout.
Who’s in?
Following the ride everyone is invited to grab a coffee and/or brunch with the group at Panera Bread.
We hope to see you in the morning.
***Anyone choosing to join a Gulf Coast Velo ride understands that Gulf Coast Velo are not insurers of your personal safety or liability. Therefore, all riders agree to release and forever discharge and hold harmless Gulf Coast Velo, its members, officers, directors, agents, servants, representatives, sponsors, volunteers and assignees from all liability (personal and property), arising out of or connected in any way to participation in Gulf Coast Velo group bicycle rides. Participants also agree to fully comply with all applicable laws and traffic regulations; to conduct themselves in a safe and prudent manner; to wear a nationally recognized helmet approved for bicycling and to not use headphones or cell phones while riding.
GCV Sunday Classic Venice
Join us Sunday in Venice for a 45 to 50-mile ride starting at 7:30 AM from the parking lot behind McDonald’s/Circle K on Laurel Rd.
This is a no drop, multi-speed, pace line group ride. We will have two speed groups available, A group 22-25+mph, and B group 19-22 mph.
Who’s in?
We hope to see you in the morning.
***Anyone choosing to join a Gulf Coast Velo ride understands that Gulf Coast Velo are not insurers of your personal safety or liability. Therefore, all riders agree to release and forever discharge and hold harmless Gulf Coast Velo, its members, officers, directors, agents, servants, representatives, sponsors, volunteers and assignees from all liability (personal and property), arising out of or connected in any way to participation in Gulf Coast Velo group bicycle rides. Participants also agree to fully comply with all applicable laws and traffic regulations; to conduct themselves in a safe and prudent manner; to wear a nationally recognized helmet approved for bicycling and to not use headphones or cell phones while riding.
GCV Steers & Beers Recovery
Join us Monday in LWR for a 40 to 45-mile route starting at 7:30 AM from the parking lot behind LWR Town Hall.
This is a no drop, multi-speed, pace line group ride. We will have both 19-21 mph and 20-23 mph speed groups available based on rider turnout.
Following the ride everyone is invited to grab a coffee and/or brunch with the group at either Starbucks or Station 400.
We hope to see you in the morning.
***Anyone choosing to join a Gulf Coast Velo ride understands that Gulf Coast Velo are not insurers of your personal safety or liability. Therefore, all riders agree to release and forever discharge and hold harmless Gulf Coast Velo, its members, officers, directors, agents, servants, representatives, sponsors, volunteers and assignees from all liability (personal and property), arising out of or connected in any way to participation in Gulf Coast Velo group bicycle rides. Participants also agree to fully comply with all applicable laws and traffic regulations; to conduct themselves in a safe and prudent manner; to wear a nationally recognized helmet approved for bicycling and to not use headphones or cell phones while riding.
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GCV Steers & Beers Recovery
Join us Monday in LWR for a 40 to 45-mile route starting at 7:30 AM from the parking lot behind LWR Town Hall.
This is a no drop, multi-speed, pace line group ride. We will have both 19-21 mph and 20-23 mph speed groups available based on rider turnout.
Following the ride everyone is invited to grab a coffee and/or brunch with the group at either Starbucks or Station 400.
We hope to see you in the morning.
***Anyone choosing to join a Gulf Coast Velo ride understands that Gulf Coast Velo are not insurers of your personal safety or liability. Therefore, all riders agree to release and forever discharge and hold harmless Gulf Coast Velo, its members, officers, directors, agents, servants, representatives, sponsors, volunteers and assignees from all liability (personal and property), arising out of or connected in any way to participation in Gulf Coast Velo group bicycle rides. Participants also agree to fully comply with all applicable laws and traffic regulations; to conduct themselves in a safe and prudent manner; to wear a nationally recognized helmet approved for bicycling and to not use headphones or cell phones while riding.
GCV Sunday Classic LWR
Join us Sunday in LWR for a 42-mile route starting at 7:30 AM from the parking lot behind Panera Bread on SR-70 and LWR Blvd.
This is a no drop, multi-speed, pace line group ride. We will have 16-18 mph, 19-21 mph, and 22+mph speed groups available based on rider turnout.
Who’s in?
Following the ride everyone is invited to grab a coffee and/or brunch with the group at Panera Bread.
We hope to see you in the morning.
***Anyone choosing to join a Gulf Coast Velo ride understands that Gulf Coast Velo are not insurers of your personal safety or liability. Therefore, all riders agree to release and forever discharge and hold harmless Gulf Coast Velo, its members, officers, directors, agents, servants, representatives, sponsors, volunteers and assignees from all liability (personal and property), arising out of or connected in any way to participation in Gulf Coast Velo group bicycle rides. Participants also agree to fully comply with all applicable laws and traffic regulations; to conduct themselves in a safe and prudent manner; to wear a nationally recognized helmet approved for bicycling and to not use headphones or cell phones while riding.
GCV Sunday Classic Venice
Join us Sunday in Venice for a 45 to 50-mile ride starting at 7:30 AM from the parking lot behind McDonald’s/Circle K on Laurel Rd.
This is a no drop, multi-speed, pace line group ride. We will have two speed groups available, A group 22-25+mph, and B group 19-22 mph.
Who’s in?
We hope to see you in the morning.
***Anyone choosing to join a Gulf Coast Velo ride understands that Gulf Coast Velo are not insurers of your personal safety or liability. Therefore, all riders agree to release and forever discharge and hold harmless Gulf Coast Velo, its members, officers, directors, agents, servants, representatives, sponsors, volunteers and assignees from all liability (personal and property), arising out of or connected in any way to participation in Gulf Coast Velo group bicycle rides. Participants also agree to fully comply with all applicable laws and traffic regulations; to conduct themselves in a safe and prudent manner; to wear a nationally recognized helmet approved for bicycling and to not use headphones or cell phones while riding.
GCV Steers & Beers Weekend Warmup
Join us Friday in LWR for a 40 to 45-mile route starting at 7:30 AM from the Southwest corner of the Publix parking lot at University and Lorraine Rd. You can park at the southern end of the Publix parking lot nearest the GTE Bank lot, but not in their lot.
This is a no drop, multi-speed, pace line group ride. We will have 19-21 mph, 20-23 mph, and 23-25 mph speed groups available based on rider turnout.
Following the ride everyone is invited to grab a coffee and/or brunch with the group at either Starbucks or The Toasted Yolk Cafe.
We hope to see you in the morning.
***Anyone choosing to join a Gulf Coast Velo ride understands that Gulf Coast Velo are not insurers of your personal safety or liability. Therefore, all riders agree to release and forever discharge and hold harmless Gulf Coast Velo, its members, officers, directors, agents, servants, representatives, sponsors, volunteers and assignees from all liability (personal and property), arising out of or connected in any way to participation in Gulf Coast Velo group bicycle rides. Participants also agree to fully comply with all applicable laws and traffic regulations; to conduct themselves in a safe and prudent manner; to wear a nationally recognized helmet approved for bicycling and to not use headphones or cell phones while riding.
GCV Steers & Beers Mid-Week
Join us Wednesday in LWR for a 40 to 45-mile route starting at 7:30 AM from the parking lot behind LWR Town Hall.
This is a no drop, multi-speed, pace line group ride. We will have 19-21 mph, 20-23 mph, and 23-25 mph speed groups available based on rider turnout.
Following the ride everyone is invited to grab a coffee and/or brunch with the group at either Starbucks or Station 400.
We hope to see you in the morning.
***Anyone choosing to join a Gulf Coast Velo ride understands that Gulf Coast Velo are not insurers of your personal safety or liability. Therefore, all riders agree to release and forever discharge and hold harmless Gulf Coast Velo, its members, officers, directors, agents, servants, representatives, sponsors, volunteers and assignees from all liability (personal and property), arising out of or connected in any way to participation in Gulf Coast Velo group bicycle rides. Participants also agree to fully comply with all applicable laws and traffic regulations; to conduct themselves in a safe and prudent manner; to wear a nationally recognized helmet approved for bicycling and to not use headphones or cell phones while riding.
GCV Steers & Beers Recovery
Join us Monday in LWR for a 40 to 45-mile route starting at 7:30 AM from the parking lot behind LWR Town Hall.
This is a no drop, multi-speed, pace line group ride. We will have both 19-21 mph and 20-23 mph speed groups available based on rider turnout.
Following the ride everyone is invited to grab a coffee and/or brunch with the group at either Starbucks or Station 400.
We hope to see you in the morning.
***Anyone choosing to join a Gulf Coast Velo ride understands that Gulf Coast Velo are not insurers of your personal safety or liability. Therefore, all riders agree to release and forever discharge and hold harmless Gulf Coast Velo, its members, officers, directors, agents, servants, representatives, sponsors, volunteers and assignees from all liability (personal and property), arising out of or connected in any way to participation in Gulf Coast Velo group bicycle rides. Participants also agree to fully comply with all applicable laws and traffic regulations; to conduct themselves in a safe and prudent manner; to wear a nationally recognized helmet approved for bicycling and to not use headphones or cell phones while riding.
GCV Sunday Classic LWR
Join us Sunday in LWR for a 42-mile route starting at 7:30 AM from the parking lot behind Panera Bread on SR-70 and LWR Blvd.
This is a no drop, multi-speed, pace line group ride. We will have 16-18 mph, 19-21 mph, and 22+mph speed groups available based on rider turnout.
Who’s in?
Following the ride everyone is invited to grab a coffee and/or brunch with the group at Panera Bread.
We hope to see you in the morning.
***Anyone choosing to join a Gulf Coast Velo ride understands that Gulf Coast Velo are not insurers of your personal safety or liability. Therefore, all riders agree to release and forever discharge and hold harmless Gulf Coast Velo, its members, officers, directors, agents, servants, representatives, sponsors, volunteers and assignees from all liability (personal and property), arising out of or connected in any way to participation in Gulf Coast Velo group bicycle rides. Participants also agree to fully comply with all applicable laws and traffic regulations; to conduct themselves in a safe and prudent manner; to wear a nationally recognized helmet approved for bicycling and to not use headphones or cell phones while riding.
GCV Sunday Classic Venice
Join us Sunday in Venice for a 45 to 50-mile ride starting at 7:30 AM from the parking lot behind McDonald’s/Circle K on Laurel Rd.
This is a no drop, multi-speed, pace line group ride. We will have two speed groups available, A group 22-25+mph, and B group 19-22 mph.
Who’s in?
We hope to see you in the morning.
***Anyone choosing to join a Gulf Coast Velo ride understands that Gulf Coast Velo are not insurers of your personal safety or liability. Therefore, all riders agree to release and forever discharge and hold harmless Gulf Coast Velo, its members, officers, directors, agents, servants, representatives, sponsors, volunteers and assignees from all liability (personal and property), arising out of or connected in any way to participation in Gulf Coast Velo group bicycle rides. Participants also agree to fully comply with all applicable laws and traffic regulations; to conduct themselves in a safe and prudent manner; to wear a nationally recognized helmet approved for bicycling and to not use headphones or cell phones while riding.
GCV Steers & Beers Weekend Warmup
Join us Friday in LWR for a 40 to 45-mile route starting at 7:30 AM from the Southwest corner of the Publix parking lot at University and Lorraine Rd. You can park at the southern end of the Publix parking lot nearest the GTE Bank lot, but not in their lot.
This is a no drop, multi-speed, pace line group ride. We will have 19-21 mph, 20-23 mph, and 23-25 mph speed groups available based on rider turnout.
Following the ride everyone is invited to grab a coffee and/or brunch with the group at either Starbucks or The Toasted Yolk Cafe.
We hope to see you in the morning.
***Anyone choosing to join a Gulf Coast Velo ride understands that Gulf Coast Velo are not insurers of your personal safety or liability. Therefore, all riders agree to release and forever discharge and hold harmless Gulf Coast Velo, its members, officers, directors, agents, servants, representatives, sponsors, volunteers and assignees from all liability (personal and property), arising out of or connected in any way to participation in Gulf Coast Velo group bicycle rides. Participants also agree to fully comply with all applicable laws and traffic regulations; to conduct themselves in a safe and prudent manner; to wear a nationally recognized helmet approved for bicycling and to not use headphones or cell phones while riding.
GCV Steers & Beers Mid-Week
Join us Wednesday in LWR for a 40 to 45-mile route starting at 7:30 AM from the parking lot behind LWR Town Hall.
This is a no drop, multi-speed, pace line group ride. We will have 19-21 mph, 20-23 mph, and 23-25 mph speed groups available based on rider turnout.
Following the ride everyone is invited to grab a coffee and/or brunch with the group at either Starbucks or Station 400.
We hope to see you in the morning.
***Anyone choosing to join a Gulf Coast Velo ride understands that Gulf Coast Velo are not insurers of your personal safety or liability. Therefore, all riders agree to release and forever discharge and hold harmless Gulf Coast Velo, its members, officers, directors, agents, servants, representatives, sponsors, volunteers and assignees from all liability (personal and property), arising out of or connected in any way to participation in Gulf Coast Velo group bicycle rides. Participants also agree to fully comply with all applicable laws and traffic regulations; to conduct themselves in a safe and prudent manner; to wear a nationally recognized helmet approved for bicycling and to not use headphones or cell phones while riding.
