Tag: Speedway

Thursday Coached Road | July 4th, 6:00PM

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Join us for another session at the Flamboro Speedway!

We ride on a closed circuit (no cars!) at the Flamboro Speedway that features a 500m oval and a technical course. This week will be a mix of paceline riding on the oval and technical work on the kart track. See below for more details.

Coached cycling sessions are instructed by qualified coaches and experienced athletes. The sessions are available exclusively for GCC members. Click for more program info.

Series Focus: These sessions are intended to prepare GCC members for road racing & events. The purpose of these sessions is to improve road cycling skill, tactics & fitness.

Target Riders: Road Speed Groups R1, 2 & 3.

Required Equipment: Road bike setup with drop bars, clipless pedals and appropriate tires.

GCC members only. To become a member join HERE

Advance sign-up required. Reserve your spot by clicking HERE

Start Time: please be ready to pedal at 6:00 PM

Start : Flamboro Speedway 873 5th Concession Rd W, Milgrove, ON

Check here for weather cancellation posted no less than one hour before the ride begins

Flamboro Speedway - Tourism Hamilton

Click for Map

Upon arrival, enter through the ticket gates and drive up the pit road. Park near the picnic tables & canteen. There are washrooms available. 

Entering & Exiting the Track:

Enter the track at turn 4. Always come to a complete stop and confirm the track is clear before entering. Cross the oval to access the kart track and stop at the “Staging Area” (“S” on the map below). 

Exit the track at turn 2. When the track is clear, from the inside of the oval cross the track and exit. While riding the oval you may also move to the far outside of the oval and exit. 

Session Details: 

6:00PM – Intro & Track Etiquette, Paceline Riding + scenarios (Session 1)

Enter the track and join us at the Staging Area. We will do a quick familiarization and discuss track riding etiquette. Then break into groups and ride the oval. 

Mandatory: On your first visit to the Speedway you must attend the intro & track etiquette at 6:00PM so you are familiar with the layout and expectations for riding the track. 

7:00PM – Kart Track Technical Work (Session 2)

Meet at the Staging Area. Building on our technical work from the last session, we’ll focus on cornering in proximity to other riders on the kart track.

Thursday Junior Road | June 6th, 6:00PM

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Join us for another junior road session at the Speedway!

This week we ride on a closed circuit (no cars!) at the Flamboro Speedway that features a 500m oval and a technical course. See below for more details.

Coached junior cycling sessions are instructed by qualified coaches and experienced athletes. The sessions are available exclusively for junior GCC members. Click to see program info.

Series Focus: These sessions will focus on intermediate road cycling skills to get young riders confident with bike handling and riding in groups at effort. They are intended to bridge the gap to the Thursday Coached Road Sessions.

Rider Ability: At a minimum, riders should have the ability to control the bike safely (stopping and turning) while riding at speed. Riders should have the fitness to ride for 1 hour at 30km/h with a group.

Required Equipment: Riders will require a mechanically sound bike with drop bars, bike helmet, appropriate footwear and apparel for weather conditions and water bottle or other nutrition. Clipless shoes + pedals are highly recommended.

GCC members only. To become a member join HERE

Advance sign-up required. Reserve your spot by clicking HERE

Start Time: please be ready to pedal at 6:00 PM

Start : Flamboro Speedway 873 5th Concession Rd W, Milgrove, ON

Check here for weather cancellation posted no less than one hour before the ride begins

Flamboro Speedway - Tourism Hamilton

Click for Map

Upon arrival, enter through the ticket gates and drive up the pit road. Park near the picnic tables & canteen. There are washrooms available. 

Entering & Exiting the Track:

We’ll meet in the parking area (“P” on the map below) and head onto the track as a group.

Enter the track at turn 4. Always come to a complete stop and confirm the track is clear before entering. Cross the oval to access the kart track and stop at the “Staging Area” (“S” on the map below). 

Exit the track at turn 2. When the track is clear, from the inside of the oval cross the track and exit. While riding the oval you may also move to the far outside of the oval and exit. 

Thursday Junior Road | June 6th, 6:00PM

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Welcome to the first junior road session of 2024!

This week we ride on a closed circuit (no cars!) at the Flamboro Speedway that features a 500m oval and a technical course. See below for more details.

Coached junior cycling sessions are instructed by qualified coaches and experienced athletes. The sessions are available exclusively for junior GCC members. Click to see program info.

Series Focus: These sessions will focus on intermediate road cycling skills to get young riders confident with bike handling and riding in groups at effort. They are intended to bridge the gap to the Thursday Coached Road Sessions.

Rider Ability: At a minimum, riders should have the ability to control the bike safely (stopping and turning) while riding at speed. Riders should have the fitness to ride for 1 hour at 30km/h with a group.

Required Equipment: Riders will require a mechanically sound bike with drop bars, bike helmet, appropriate footwear and apparel for weather conditions and water bottle or other nutrition. Clipless shoes + pedals are highly recommended.

GCC members only. To become a member join HERE

Advance sign-up required. Reserve your spot by clicking HERE

Start Time: please be ready to pedal at 6:00 PM

Start : Flamboro Speedway 873 5th Concession Rd W, Milgrove, ON

Check here for weather cancellation posted no less than one hour before the ride begins

Flamboro Speedway - Tourism Hamilton

Click for Map

Upon arrival, enter through the ticket gates and drive up the pit road. Park near the picnic tables & canteen. There are washrooms available. 

Entering & Exiting the Track:

We’ll meet in the parking area (“P” on the map below) and head onto the track as a group.

Enter the track at turn 4. Always come to a complete stop and confirm the track is clear before entering. Cross the oval to access the kart track and stop at the “Staging Area” (“S” on the map below). 

Exit the track at turn 2. When the track is clear, from the inside of the oval cross the track and exit. While riding the oval you may also move to the far outside of the oval and exit. 

Thursday Coached Road | June 6th, 6:00PM

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Welcome back to the Flamboro Speedway!

We ride on a closed circuit (no cars!) at the Flamboro Speedway that features a 500m oval and a technical course. This week will be a mix of paceline riding on the oval and technical work on the kart track. See below for more details.

Coached cycling sessions are instructed by qualified coaches and experienced athletes. The sessions are available exclusively for GCC members. Click for more program info.

Series Focus: These sessions are intended to prepare GCC members for road racing & events. The purpose of these sessions is to improve road cycling skill, tactics & fitness.

Target Riders: Road Speed Groups R1, 2 & 3.

Required Equipment: Road bike setup with drop bars, clipless pedals and appropriate tires.

GCC members only. To become a member join HERE

Advance sign-up required. Reserve your spot by clicking HERE

Start Time: please be ready to pedal at 6:00 PM

Start : Flamboro Speedway 873 5th Concession Rd W, Milgrove, ON

Check here for weather cancellation posted no less than one hour before the ride begins

Flamboro Speedway - Tourism Hamilton

Click for Map

Upon arrival, enter through the ticket gates and drive up the pit road. Park near the picnic tables & canteen. There are washrooms available. 

Entering & Exiting the Track:

Enter the track at turn 4. Always come to a complete stop and confirm the track is clear before entering. Cross the oval to access the kart track and stop at the “Staging Area” (“S” on the map below). 

Exit the track at turn 2. When the track is clear, from the inside of the oval cross the track and exit. While riding the oval you may also move to the far outside of the oval and exit. 

Session Details: 

6:00PM – Intro & Track Etiquette, Paceline Riding (Session 1)

Enter the track and join us at the Staging Area. We will do a quick familiarization and discuss track riding etiquette. Then break into groups and ride the oval. 

Mandatory: On your first visit to the Speedway you must attend the intro & track etiquette at 6:00PM so you are familiar with the layout and expectations for riding the track. 

7:00PM – Kart Track Technical Work (Session 2)

Meet at the Staging Area. We’ll try a new configuration for the technical circuit. Starting conservatively and increasing speed as we become more familiar with the turns.

Thursday Speedway Coached Session | June 29th 6:00PM

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Air Quality: The ride will be cancelled if the AQHI reaches 7 or higher.

Speedway sessions are in full swing! This week we’re returning to intervals on the oval. See below for more details.

We ride on a closed circuit (no cars!) at the Flamboro Speedway that features a 500m oval and a technical course.

Upon arrival, enter through the ticket gates and drive up the pit road. Park near the picnic tables & canteen. There are washrooms available. 

This coached session is intended for R1, R2, R3 & R4 Speed Groups.

Please see the GCC speed categories for more info.

Come Try it out! Riders are invited to try one Speedway session before subscribing. Advanced sign-up (see below) is required. 

This is a ‘fee for service’ coached session. Check out the details here.

GCC members only. To become a member join HERE

Advance sign-up required. Reserve your spot by clicking HERE

Start Time: please be onsite & ready to pedal at 6:00 PM

Start Location: Flamboro Speedway 873 5th Concession Rd W, Milgrove, ON

Check here for weather cancellation posted no less than one hour before the ride begins

Schedule:

6:00PM – Intro & Track Etiquette, Paceline Riding (Session 1)

Enter the track and join us at the Staging Area. We will do a quick familiarization and discuss track riding etiquette. Then break into groups and ride the oval. 

Mandatory: On your first visit to the Speedway you must attend the intro & track etiquette at 6:00PM so you are familiar with the layout and expectations for riding the track. 

6:30PM – Intervals (Session 2)

We will pause the paceline riding and reorganize at the Staging Area. Then break into new groups and ride intervals on the oval. 

7:15PM – Intervals (Session 3)

Meet at the Staging Area. This week we are keeping it simple with a series of short, intense intervals. Pending numbers, we will create suitable matchups based on rider abilities. Intervals will be dynamic and test riders’ fitness and tactical acuity.

Entering & Exiting the Track:

Enter the track at turn 4. Always come to a complete stop and confirm the track is clear before entering. Cross the oval to access the kart track and stop at the “Staging Area” (“S” on the map below). 

Exit the track at turn 2. When the track is clear, from the inside of the oval cross the track and exit. While riding the oval you may also move to the far outside of the oval and exit. 

Click Image below for directions.

Thursday Speedway Coached Session | June 22nd 6:00PM

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Take 2: This week we’re taking our skill development to the next level with a Grand Prix-style session at the Speedway. This kart track session will feature “Practice”, “Qualifying” and “Finals” to test your skill and speed. See below for more info.

As always…

We ride on a closed circuit (no cars!) at the Flamboro Speedway that features a 500m oval and a technical course.

Upon arrival, enter through the ticket gates and drive up the pit road. Park near the picnic tables & canteen. There are washrooms available. 

This coached session is intended for R1, R2, R3 & R4 Speed Groups.

Please see the GCC speed categories for more info.

Come Try it out! Riders are invited to try one Speedway session before subscribing. Advanced sign-up (see below) is required. 

This is a ‘fee for service’ coached session. Check out the details here.

GCC members only. To become a member join HERE

Advance sign-up required. Reserve your spot by clicking HERE

Start Time: please be onsite & ready to pedal at 6:00 PM

Start Location: Flamboro Speedway 873 5th Concession Rd W, Milgrove, ON

Check here for weather cancellation posted no less than one hour before the ride begins

Schedule:

6:00PM – Intro & Track Etiquette, Paceline Riding (Session 1)

Enter the track and join us at the Staging Area. We will do a quick familiarization and discuss track riding etiquette. Then break into groups and ride the oval. 

Mandatory: On your first visit to the Speedway you must attend the intro & track etiquette at 6:00PM so you are familiar with the layout and expectations for riding the track. 

6:30PM – Intervals (Session 2)

We will pause the paceline riding and reorganize at the Staging Area. Then break into new groups and ride intervals on the oval. 

7:00PM – Grand Prix (Session 3)

Meet at the Staging Area. We’ll move to the kart track for a skill building session. Building on our previous sessions, this week we’ll focus on cornering at speed to complete your fastest solo lap. Then at the completion of “qualifying” we’ll pair up and go head to head on the kart track.

Entering & Exiting the Track:

Enter the track at turn 4. Always come to a complete stop and confirm the track is clear before entering. Cross the oval to access the kart track and stop at the “Staging Area” (“S” on the map below). 

Exit the track at turn 2. When the track is clear, from the inside of the oval cross the track and exit. While riding the oval you may also move to the far outside of the oval and exit. 

Click Image below for directions.

Thursday Speedway Coached Session | June 1st 6:00PM

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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 closed circuit (no cars!) at the Flamboro Speedway that features a 500m oval and a technical course.

Upon arrival, enter through the ticket gates and drive up the pit road. Park near the picnic tables & canteen. There are washrooms available. 

This coached session is intended for R1, R2, R3 & R4 Speed Groups.

Please see the GCC speed categories for more info.

Come Try it out! Riders are invited to try one Speedway session before subscribing. Advanced sign-up (see below) is required. 

This is a ‘fee for service’ coached session. Check out the details here.

GCC members only. To become a member join HERE

Advance sign-up required. Reserve your spot by clicking HERE

Start Time: please be onsite & ready to pedal at 6:00 PM

Start Location: Flamboro Speedway 873 5th Concession Rd W, Milgrove, ON

Check here for weather cancellation posted no less than one hour before the ride begins

Schedule:

6:00PM – Intro & Track Etiquette, Paceline Riding (Session 1)

Enter the track and join us at the Staging Area. We will do a quick familiarization and discuss track riding etiquette. Then break into groups and ride the oval. 

Mandatory: On your first visit to the Speedway you must attend the intro & track etiquette at 6:00PM so you are familiar with the layout and expectations for riding the track. 

6:30PM – Individual Pursuit (Session 2)

We will pause the paceline riding and organize at the Staging Area to begin the individual pursuit interval session.

2 riders at a time, starting on opposite sides of the track, will ride their best solo effort for 4 laps of the oval. Once all riders have completed their first interval we’ll shuffle the order and ride a second and final individual effort.

Solo efforts will take place in the outside lane of the oval. Road, TT and track bikes will be permitted for the solo effort.

Paceline riding will continue on the inside lane. Only Road bikes are permitted for paceline riding.

7:30PM – Team Pursuit (Session 3)

At the completion of the individual pursuit we will reorganize at the Staging Area. Teams of ~4 riders will be created to attempt their best effort for the distance.

Entering & Exiting the Track:

Enter the track at turn 4. Always come to a complete stop and confirm the track is clear before entering. Cross the oval to access the kart track and stop at the “Staging Area” (“S” on the map below). 

Exit the track at turn 2. When the track is clear, from the inside of the oval cross the track and exit. While riding the oval you may also move to the far outside of the oval and exit. 

Click Image below for directions.

Thursday Speedway Coached Session | May 11th 6:00PM

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Second attempt at our first coached session of the year at the Flamboro Speedway! This time the weather looks fantastic!

We ride on a closed circuit (no cars!) at the Flamboro Speedway that features a 500m oval and a technical course.

Upon arrival, enter through the ticket gates and drive up the pit road. Park near the picnic tables & canteen. There are washrooms available. 

This coached session is intended for R1, R2, R3 & R4 Speed Groups.

Please see the GCC speed categories for more info.

This is a ‘fee for service’ coached session. Check out the details here.

GCC members only. To become a member join HERE

Advance sign-up required. Reserve your spot by clicking HERE

Start Time: please be onsite & ready to pedal at 6:00 PM

Start Location: Flamboro Speedway 873 5th Concession Rd W, Milgrove, ON

Check here for weather cancellation posted no less than one hour before the ride begins

Schedule:

6:00PM – Intro & Track Etiquette, Paceline Riding (Session 1)

Enter the track and join us at the Staging Area. We will do a quick familiarization and discuss track riding etiquette. Then break into groups and ride the oval. 

6:30PM – Intro & Track Etiquette, Paceline Riding (Session 2)

Those arriving later, enter the track and join us at the Staging Area. We will pause the paceline riding and revisit the intro & track etiquette. Then break into new groups and ride the oval. 

Mandatory: You must attend the intro & track etiquette at 6:00 or 6:30PM so you are familiar with the layout and expectations for riding the track. 

7:00PM – Intervals

Meet at the Staging Area. This week we are keeping it simple with a series of short (~6 minutes), intense intervals. Pending numbers, we will create suitable matchups based on rider abilities. Intervals will be dynamic and test riders’ fitness and tactical acuity.

Entering & Exiting the Track:

Enter the track at turn 4. Always come to a complete stop and confirm the track is clear before entering. Cross the oval to access the kart track and stop at the “Staging Area” (“S” on the map below). 

Exit the track at turn 2. When the track is clear, from the inside of the oval cross the track and exit. While riding the oval you may also move to the far outside of the oval and exit. 

Click Image below for directions.

CANCELLED: Thursday Speedway Coached Session | May 4th 6:00PM

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Update (Thursday @ 2:08PM): Forecast & radar showing rain and the temps dropping into the single digits. Ride is cancelled. We’ll be back next week!

Welcome to the first coached session of the year at the Flamboro Speedway!

We ride on a closed circuit (no cars!) at the Flamboro Speedway that features a 500m oval and a technical course.

Upon arrival, enter through the ticket gates and drive up the pit road. Park near the picnic tables & canteen. There are washrooms available. 

This coached session is intended for R1, R2, R3 & R4 Speed Groups.

Please see the GCC speed categories for more info.

This is a ‘fee for service’ coached session. Check out the details here.

GCC members only. To become a member join HERE

Advance sign-up required. Reserve your spot by clicking HERE

Start Time: please be onsite & ready to pedal at 6:00 PM

Start Location: Flamboro Speedway 873 5th Concession Rd W, Milgrove, ON

Check here for weather cancellation posted no less than one hour before the ride begins

Schedule:

6:00PM – Intro & Track Etiquette, Paceline Riding (Session 1)

Enter the track and join us at the Staging Area. We will do a quick familiarization and discuss track riding etiquette. Then break into groups and ride the oval. 

6:30PM – Intro & Track Etiquette, Paceline Riding (Session 2)

Those arriving later, enter the track and join us at the Staging Area. We will pause the paceline riding and revisit the intro & track etiquette. Then break into new groups and ride the oval. 

Mandatory: You must attend the intro & track etiquette at 6:00 or 6:30PM so you are familiar with the layout and expectations for riding the track. 

7:00PM – Intervals

Meet at the Staging Area. This week we are keeping it simple with a series of short (~6 minutes), intense intervals. Pending numbers, we will create suitable matchups based on rider abilities. Intervals will be dynamic and test riders’ fitness and tactical acuity.

Entering & Exiting the Track:

Enter the track at turn 4. Always come to a complete stop and confirm the track is clear before entering. Cross the oval to access the kart track and stop at the “Staging Area” (“S” on the map below). 

Exit the track at turn 2. When the track is clear, from the inside of the oval cross the track and exit. While riding the oval you may also move to the far outside of the oval and exit. 

Click Image below for directions.