BBC Picnic 2025
BBC Picnic July 20, 2025
This year it wasn't rain or shine; it was rain and shine.
The nine rider 16&Over group took one glance at the sky, agreed rain was likely, and rode off doing the Russell’s Three Taverns 59 mile loop. The rain waned after a wet 30 minutes. The group rolled fast with a tailwind, only to be challenged by the climb over Stone Jug. Return from Biglerville featured some impressive cloudscapes with mountain views. A fine ride followed by a fine picnic!
Ride leaders and riders for the 38 and 27 mile routes were studying the weather app radar to make an informed decision about when to head out. With a high level of confidence that the rain would cease at 9 am, the rides were postponed allowing the riders on the 38 and 27 mile routes to depart under almost sunny skies. The roads dried quickly and the weather turned into a fine day for all.