Saturday Spring special

Cyclon signup

Find out all about this year's Cyclon adventure at our sign-up night this Thursday at Scallywag's pub, on St Clair Avenue just west of Yonge Street. Cyclon is in Ottawa this year, giving riders the chance to explore the capital's bike trails and ride into Quebec and the Gatineau Hills. The trip is bound to sell out early, so sign up soon. 

Other getaways

We're so keen on these weekend (and longer) trips that we're giving them a double shout-out: here and on the sidebar at the right.

First off, there's still a single slot on our cycling expedition to Kentucky, where spring has already sprung and you can expect glorious riding conditions in horsey heaven. See the web site for details.

And don't forget about the Toronto Niagara Toronto Overnight (TNTO), our annual visit to Niagara Falls, which takes place the weekend of June 14-15. It's a great opportunity to have fun cruising on back country roads from High Park (168 km each way) or Stoney Creek (90 km each way). We stay at the Rodeway Inn, across from the falls, and there's still one jacuzzi room left for two people, or several rooms with 2 queen beds, also suitable for two. No roommate? No problem. We'll match you with a participant of the same gender.

There is also FREE watermelon at the end of the ride in Niagara, an outdoor pool to cool off in after the trek, plus a sag wagon for your overnight bag and we provide the maps.

For more details and to sign up click here.

There's the Waterloo Wramble too; another beautiful getaway. 

Or something a little more challenging?

Just a week after TNTO is the TNT Hairshirt, a double (Imperial) century that starts and ends in Mississauga, all in just one day. To be in shape for the Hairshirt, you should be up to 300 km per week by the end of May, including some longer rides. There is still time to reach that mileage, and to get ready, so why not make 2014 your Hairshirt year?

See the web site for details and training tips. 

Riding reminder

Don't forget to check the events page on the TBN web site to figure out what ride you want to do and when you want to do it, and remember that you can print out your map ahead of time, or download the route onto your GPS device. Ride leaders will have some maps available, but perhaps not enough for every rider.

Remember also to check the site before you head out to be sure that the ride is still going ahead. If a ride is cancelled, perhaps because of unfavourable weather conditions, or because no ride leader is available, you can still print out the map and join up with anyone else who happens to show up. But if you do go on a cancelled ride, please be aware that it's an unofficial ride that's not sanctioned by TBN.

We want your help

Please think about volunteering as TBN's next Education Director, helping to organize those events that teach club members and outsiders about all the different aspects of cycling, touring and how to mend a bike. Sadly, the existing director, Manuela Gobbato is stepping down due to the demands of her job.

Please contact president@tbn.ca with questions.

Just jerseys

There's just over one month more to get your TBN jersey at the special member price of $50 before the price goes up to $59, so hurry up and place your order. Whatever the price, this is still an incredible deal -- this quality of jersey can retail for up to $100. 

Two things to remember: jersey wearers on TBN rides get a chance to win a prize valued as high as $200! The sooner you place your order, the less you pay. How can you go wrong?

Ride Coordinators

Don't forget to check out the GTA retailers and services that offer discounts to TBN members. Save money on bikes and accessories, as well as services such as tours, training sessions or a subscription to Pedal Magazine. 

Tips & Training

The ever-expanding Education Program includes helpful tips about events we sponsor and support, as well as tips and events on things like travel and staying fit. If you have suggestions for the Education page or ideas for topics, please contact education@tbn.ca.

Unofficial events

Be sure to check the TBN Forum for unofficial events organized by TBN members.  All members are welcome to organize an unofficial hike, bike ride, ski trip, skate, yoga, pub night or anything at all. You can post details to the Forum and on the TBN Facebook page.

TBN Website Update

Enjoy your rides, and remember to check the TBN calendar of events for everything that's coming up