WHAM! again, this time we go south!
G1/2 will ride together, G3/4 will ride together. G3/4 can remove the extra Darkwood loop if speed/time indicates that is a wise choice. THERE WILL BE SINGLETRACK. Nothing that technical, but it is there, so be prepared. Singletrack > busy paved roads, amiright?
Ride overview is: moderate tempo as a group to our designated segments (we stay together), race pace at the segments, regroup and repeat. There are four segments of varying length this evening.
- Segment #1: Hume to 34
- Segment #2: Darkwood loop #1
- Segment #3: Darkwood loop #2 (take your revenge)
- Segment #4: Sideroad 15 to 34
We will roll out from 163 Alice St, and will be using a multi-use trail to start. We will go slow, we will be polite, we will be great representatives of cycling in Guelph. We will touch on the edge of the Arkell trails and again, be polite human beings.
If you are driving to the start point, there is plenty of street parking, and the ICC lot is quite large.
Please bring lights, front and rear. Bells are also a great 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 have to be combined.
The Speed Groups on this ride are:
| Cat | Name | Average Speed |
|---|---|---|
| G1 | Fast | 26+ kph |
| G2 | Advanced | 24-26 kph |
| G3 | Intermediate | 22-24 kph |
| G4 | Relaxed | 19-22 kph |
| W1 & W2 | Women Only | TBD by the group |
All group riders take it upon themselves to know the route and are responsible for their own safety.
Check here for weather cancellation posted no less than one hour before the ride begins
Route: All Speed Groups will follow this map: