WELL: Looks like at least the Tour is a go for today. Rain appears to be holding off.
Start location is the Hasty Market on Victoria Rd at Arkell Rd
I’m excited about this route, but not the forecast at the time of posting. Be sure to check in an hour before the start for any go/no-go updates. The plan is for both tours to head down to Waterdown. The Tour can make a rest stop at the Copper Kettle before making their way back to Guelph. The Grand Tour will continue down Snake Rd to North Shore along the Hamilton Harbour Bay before starting some of the return climbs. First up is King Rd back to Waterdown, then 14th up the escarpment in Milton. Should be a beauty as long as the weather cooperates. The GT is a shade on the long side for a Sunday, so officially, it starts from the Hasty Market at Victoria Rd and Arkell Rd and ends in Arkell. Bring money for Fritters at our coffee stop and tail lights are a good idea.
Load the route on your bike computer if you have one, here’s how.
All rides need a minimum of 3 members signed up in order to officially run. If a ride has the required number of riders, but no Group Captain riding with them, that group ride will be considered cancelled. The group can decide among themselves to hold an ‘unofficial’ ride and follow the route. All group riders take it upon themselves to know the route and are responsible for their own safety.
Ride groups will be:
| Name | Distance | Average Speed |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Tour | Longer Ride | 29-31 kph |
| Tour A | Medium Length Ride | 29-31 kph |
| Tour B | Medium Length Ride | 27-29 kph |
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Start Time: please be ready to pedal at 8:00 AM
Start Location: Hasty Market plaza on Victoria Rd at Arkell Rd
Check here for weather cancellation posted no less than one hour before the ride begins
Route: The Tour Medium Distance Ride will be following the map below
Route: The Grand Tour Longer Distance Ride will be following the map below
