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Tuesday All Members Ride | April 29, 6:00PM
RIDE CANCELLED: EC has now issued a Thunderstorm Warning. Wind prediction is 50kph gusting to 80. These are the Early Season Routes for the TAM Ride. They will remain the same for several weeks giving riders an opportunity to see how they progress in fitness week-over-week. Bringing lights is always a good idea. Load the…
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No Rides Sunday April 27th
Most of our ride leaders are riding P2A or are away this Sunday, so we did not schedule any Sunday rides. If those of you remaining want to self-organize a ride, try using the Unofficial Gravel Ride or Unofficial Road Ride channels on our GCC Discord.
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Thursday Intermediate Road Ride | April 24th 6:00PM
Finally some nice weather! The forecast looks like ~20 degrees (that’s more like it!) but a slight chance of rain; we shall see. I’m shamelessly stealing Meg’s route from last week’s cancelled ride. Note the 6:00 start time. Bringing lights is always a good idea. Load the route on your bike computer if you have…
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Thursday Advanced Road Ride | April 24, 6:00PM
Load the route on your bike computer if you have one, here’s how. Disclaimer: Depending on rider turn out, some Speed Groups may have to be combined. The Advanced Ride Speed Groups Route Speed Group Avg Speed Group Name 1 R1 38-40 Hammerfest 1 R2 36-38 Hammerfest Lite 2 R3 34-36 Faster 2 R4 32-34 Very Fast…
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Coached Gravel Session | April 24th 6:00PM
Welcome to the GCC Coached Gravel sessions! Coached cycling sessions are instructed by qualified coaches and experienced athletes. The sessions are available exclusively for GCC members. Series Focus: These sessions are intended to prepare GCC members for P2A and upcoming gravel rides & events. The purpose of these sessions is to improve gravel riding skill…
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Tuesday All Members Ride | April 22, 6:00PM
RIDE IS ON: It looks like the temperatures are not a deterrent. The ride is going ahead. Dress for success! These are the Early Season Routes for the TAM Ride. They will remain the same for several weeks giving riders an opportunity to see how they progress in fitness week-over-week. Bringing lights is always a…
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CANCELLED: Sunday Road Tours | April 20, 12:00
Sunday Road Tours | April 20 12:00 Cancelled due to low sign-ups. Bring money for a coffee stop and tail lights are a good idea. Load the route on your bike computer if you have one, here’s how. Ride groups will be: Name Distance Average Speed Grand Tour Longer Ride 29-31 kph Petite Tour A Medium…
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Sunday Gravel Ride | April 20th 11:00
Feels like spring has finally sprung. Let’s get out and ride. Besides, it’s one week till P2A! This Sunday we’ll head south through Crieff. Bring money for a coffee stop at The Danish Place. Tail lights are a good idea. Load the route on your bike computer if you have one, here’s how. Disclaimer: Depending on…
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Cancelled: Thursday Intermediate Road Ride | April 17 6:00PM
Cancelling this ride due to low sign-up and a cold-averse ride leader. Welcome to our first evening road ride of the year! It will be on the cool side, so dress appropriately. We’re heading north and doing a big rectangle, avoiding some of the still-sandy smaller sideroads. Bringing lights is always a good idea. Load…
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CANCELLED Thursday Advanced Road Ride | April 17th 6:00PM
Ride tonight is cancelled due to low sign-up numbers. I hope everyone gets out on their own to enjoy the sunshine! First Thursday ride of the season and the weather forecast is looking pretty solid by mid April standards – (likely) double-digit temperatures and no rain, what more could you ask for? Why wait to…
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Coached Gravel Session | April 17th 6:00PM
Welcome to the GCC Coached Gravel sessions! Coached cycling sessions are instructed by qualified coaches and experienced athletes. The sessions are available exclusively for GCC members. Series Focus: These sessions are intended to prepare GCC members for P2A and upcoming gravel rides & events. The purpose of these sessions is to improve gravel riding skill…
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Cancelled: Tuesday All Members Ride | April 15, 6:00PM
Due to poor weather conditions the TAM ride has been cancelled. These are the Early Season Routes for the TAM Ride. They will remain the same for several weeks giving riders an opportunity to see how they progress in fitness week-over-week. Bringing lights is always a good idea. Load the route on your bike computer…
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Sunday Gravel Ride | April 13th 12PM
The weather is looking reasonably nice for the first Gravel Ride of the 2025 season. There is a scheduled coffee stop in Elora. Lost & Found Cafe is closed for renos, so it’s either The Tartlet or Wreckless Eric’s. Bring money for a coffee stop. Tail lights are a good idea. Load the route on…
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Sunday Road Tours | April 13, 12:00
The 2025 road season begins! I’m hoping that the weather holds and we get a passable day for riding this Sunday. Even better, sunshine! So far it’s looking good. I am waiting until noon to launch the ride so it will be warmer, 10-12 degrees. We will be sticking close to home, making a big…
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CANCELLED: Coached Gravel Session | April 10th 6:00PM
Snow, mixed precipitation, temps right around zero… session is cancelled. Welcome to the GCC Coached Gravel sessions! Coached cycling sessions are instructed by qualified coaches and experienced athletes. The sessions are available exclusively for GCC members. Series Focus: These sessions are intended to prepare GCC members for P2A and upcoming gravel rides & events. The…
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Coached Gravel Session | April 3rd 6:00PM
Welcome to the GCC Coached Gravel sessions! Coached cycling sessions are instructed by qualified coaches and experienced athletes. The sessions are available exclusively for GCC members. Series Focus: These sessions are intended to prepare GCC members for P2A and upcoming gravel rides & events. The purpose of these sessions is to improve gravel riding skill…