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CANCELLED: Sunday Road Tours | June 11 8:00AM
UPDATE 7:15 AM CANCELLED: This is a tough one because the forecast says a 30 per cent chance of rain but the radar looks ominous. However, I always think it’s better to be cautious when it comes to club rides so I’m cancelling. Those that are still interested in a ride are welcome to go…
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CANCELLED: Sunday Gravel Ride | June 11 8:00AM
7:30AM: RIDE IS CANCELLED. While it might not rain, it’s probably going to rain. You’re welcome to ride on your own – I’d bring the rain jacket, if you do. With the (really fun!) BGR under our belt-less bibs, let’s tackle another longer gravel ride this Sunday. The air quality will hopefully be improving a…
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Thursday Intermediate Road Ride | June 8 6:30PM
*RIDE IS ON. Radar looks clear for the time being and the clouds kept the smoke away.* The days are pretty long right now but bringing blinky lights is still a good idea. Load the route on your bike computer if you have one, here’s how. Disclaimer: Depending on rider turn out, some Speed Groups may…
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Thursday Speedway Coached Session | June 8th 6:00PM
We had a great turnout for last week’s “Pursuit Night”! It was encouraging to see everyone laying down their best solo efforts. Let’s take that speed to the kart track this week! See below for session details. We ride on a closed circuit (no cars!) at the Flamboro Speedway that features a 500m oval and…
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Thursday Advanced Road Ride | June 8 6:30PM
RIDE IS ON!!! Not nearly as smoky as they were forecasting and any rain is nowhere near us. See you at the library! We’ve done a lot of rides to the southeast lately, so we’re going to change it up a bit and head towards Hespeler. Yes, we’re starting out heading southeast, but we’ll veer…
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Wednesday Gravel, June 7th, 6:30pm
Ride is a go. *The Air Quality Index is high again today. It currently is between 4 and 5. If you are in the ‘at risk’ category, it’s probably a good idea to skip this one. If conditions deteriorate during the ride we will cut it short. Another Wednesday gravel ride! More of a mixed-surface,…
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RIDE CANCELLED! Tuesday All Members Ride | June 6th 6:30PM
Update: 5:25 P.M. The GCC TAM Ride has been officially cancelled! Canada’s Air Quality Health Index is currently at 8 out 10 locally. It is recommended that athletic and sporting activities be rescheduled with an AQHI of 7 out of 10. This sucks, we know. However, there is nothing stopping those of you who wish…
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Learn to Group Ride | June 6th, 6:30PM: CANCELLED
Update: 4:20 P.M. We are cancelling tonight. We are currently at an AGHI level of 8. It is recommended that outdoor sporting events be cancelled at AQHI levels of 7 and above. Seniors and people with chronic health conditions are at particularly high risk. All new club members are required to attend a Learn to…
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The 2023 BGR | Sunday June 4th
It’s GCC’s 5th Annual Big Gravel Ride! And like always, we promise that many of you will ride in some places that you have never been before! About the route: 104km long. The start and finish are at our sponsor, Fixed Gear Brewing. There are four speed groups. Each with a different start time: Moderate, Quick,…
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Thursday Intermediate Road Ride | June 1st, 6:30 PM
A beautiful June evening, quiet roads and good company… it doesn’t get any better than this. It’ll be a warm one, so please bring plenty of fluids. 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 Intermediate Speed…
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Thursday Speedway Coached Session | June 1st 6:00PM
Join us for “Pursuit Night” at the Flamboro Speedway! Riders can test their fitness in a solo effort against the clock. This session will be repeated later in the summer and is a great way to track your improvement in speed over the coming weeks. See below for full session details. We ride on a…
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Thursday Advanced Road Ride | June 1st 6:30PM
The weather continues to impress, so come keep your riding streak alive with the Thursday ride! This week we’ll be doing a counter clockwise loop, hitting some familiar roads in perhaps the opposite direction than normal. Bringing lights is always a good idea. Load the route on your bike computer if you have one, here’s how.…
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DNR Ride | May 31st 6:00PM
It’s looking like a great evening for a ride! We’re using last year’s route, with a slight modification to avoid the busy stretch of Downey Rd. This detour will involve a brief dismount and hike to get safely to Forestall Rd. Critical cross-training!! These DNR rides are for those of us soon-to-be 60 and older.…
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Tuesday All Members Ride | May 30th 6:30PM
This will be the last time we use these ‘Early Season Routes’ for the season. The days are getting longer and riders have had an opportunity to progress in their fitness week-over-week. Bringing lights is always a good idea. Load the route on your bike computer if you have one, here’s how. Disclaimer: Depending on rider…
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Learn to Group Ride | May 30th, 6:30PM
All new club members are required to attend a Learn to Group Ride session (LTGR). What is it? Group Riding Instruction for those new to Group Riding and those new to the club. Where do we meet: Calvary Baptist Church, 454 Arkell Road When: Learn to Group Ride will be offered weekly on Tuesdays starting…
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Sunday Road Tours | May 28 8:00AM
The Weather Man says it’s going to be 15c at 8am on Sunday, and rising to the mid 20s as the day goes on; we will get an early start to free up the afternoon. The routes will be a bit shorter this week, but there will be lots of climbing on the escarpment for…