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Leaders Choice: Octoberfest Wheelie (10 Oct 2026)

Sat, 10 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Distance: 80kms, NO DROP, leisure pace, we will stop for breaks and a stop at Rockton Berry Farm and dinner at Metro Restaurant, reservations have been made for 5:00pm

Lights: Have lights on your bike and batteries charged.

Leaders Choice: This is a NO DROP Leisure Wheeler ride and late return, Kitchener GO train leaves at 7:04pm and runs directly to Union Station and arrives at Union Station about 9:00pm.

Dinner: Our group is having dinner at Metro restaurant which is next to the Kitchener GO station. The restaurant is a German restaurant and is well known for their schnitzel, the food is delicious...see website for menu: Metro Restaurant, Best Schnitzel Place in Town Since 1961

Ride with GPS: Aldershot GO to Kitchener GO Home

This is an 80 km, Leisure Wheeler level ride. If you are uncertain whether this level is appropriate to you, click here and scroll down to Class = Leisure Wheeler. If this is your skill level and it suits your expectations, then you should feel comfortable on this ride. Significant tail wind expected

Cycling Start location: Aldershot GO station, south parking lot at 10 AM

N.B. Most participants will be coming from Kitchener & there are stops like Mount Dennis ( Line 5 ), Bloor st ( Bloor - Danforth ) Union Station Lakeshore East & West by train or home on the subway.

Ride leader: Joanne Walsh

Only registrants are permitted to join the ride. If you do not have a regular TBN membership, you can purchase a 30-Day-Trial membership - click here.

If have registered and then find out you can't come, please cancel your registration.

Check the website before you head to the start in case the event is cancelled or rescheduled at the organizer's discretion.

Sunday Tourist: Annina's Bakery in Goodwood (105 km or 93km) OR Ballantrae (80 km) (11 Oct 2026)

Sun, 11 Oct 2026 13:30:00 GMT

This ride for experienced riders will be run at speeds from around 20 to 26 km/hr (although faster riders are welcome as well!). For additional details on Sunday Tourist rides, please click here.

Click the Register button on this page to register for the ride.

DESCRIPTION

Three ride lengths (80 km, 93 km and 105 km) are available. The 80km ride stops in Ballantrae for lunch (hwy 48 and Aurora Road). The long and medium rides stops at the excellent Annina's bakery in the small community of Goodwood. A washroom stop should be possible at the gas station on the SW corner of Elgin Mills and Leslie (around km 17.5), as well as at the lunch stops.

The beginning portions of the three rides are the same. The longer ride is essentially a "loop" off the shorter ride. This means riders can choose during the ride to do a long or short distance, if they wish. This means you should also bring cue sheets for all routes you think you might ride. Likewise, for GPS units, you should download all routes you think you might ride. The 93km ride to Goodwood diverges from the short and long routes just past 23km (short and long go north on Warden, the medium route continues east on 19th Avenue). The short route diverges from the long route at 32km (short turns right on Vandorf Sideroad, the long continues north on Warden).

Meet at Finch Subway Station, "Finch" west parking lot on the north side of Hendon Ave, just west of Yonge St.

N.B. If you are travelling north on Yonge St, keep going past Finch Ave and turn left onto Hendon Ave. The parking lot is on the right near 18 Hendon Ave, North York.

Not a member, but you want to try this out? Sign up for our 30-Day-Trial membership and you can try out multiple TBN rides. See https://tbn.ca/join for details.

If you have not registered for the ride, you may NOT join the ride.

Ride leader: Sam Bootsma

Distance: 80 km (to Ballantrae) OR 93km or 105 km (both to Goodwood)

Online maps and cue sheets here.

PLEASE PRINT THE CUE SHEETS & MAPS, OR DOWNLOAD THE GPS FILES BEFORE ATTENDING THE RIDE. (The ride leader does not provide maps or cue sheets).

Helmets are required.

Ride may be cancelled up to 2 hours before the start of the ride if significant rain is forecast with moderate or higher likelihood for any time during the ride. Ride could be cancelled if weather is not suitable due to rain, snow, too cold, or salt on roads and/or trails.

Sunday Urban Roller - Western Trails tour (TTC note) (11 Oct 2026)

Sun, 11 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Sunday Urban Roller - Western Trails Tour

Please note: You must register to participate on the ride. Registration is free for TBN members. Non-members can now purchase a 30 day trial membership for $15 here and then can register for the ride. If you cannot attend, please cancel your reservation by Saturday. Attendance will be checked at the start. If you register after 8 am on the day of the ride bring a copy of the confirmation email, either printed or electronic, to show to the ride leader.

Please remember to bring (and wear) a helmet.

This is an Urban Roller level ride. If you are uncertain whether this level is appropriate to your riding level, click here. For a more nuanced description check this page.

TTC note: The Line 2 Bloor subway will be closed all weekend between Kipling and Jane stations, so if you are coming to the start from the west perhaps take the opportunity to use the bike lanes between Islington and Royal York before they start ripping them out on Monday.

For this ride we will be heading from Etienne Brule Park down Royal York Road to the Lakeshore and the Waterfront Trail, then up north via a combination of mostly quiet streets and trails. After lunch we will use a bit of the more recent cycling infrastructure along Eglinton, then back into quiet streets, finishing up travelling alongside the Humber River on the lesser used west side road. If the timing is right we may see the annual salmon run as they head upstream to spawn.

Lunch is at a Tim Hortons at the 30 km point, a bit past halfway. You may still wish to bring your own lunch and snacks to avoid lineups and contact.

Meet at Etienne Brule Park for a 10 am start.

The Ride with GPS map for the route is linked below.

If a ride is cancelled due to weather or other circumstances a cancellation notice will be posted around 8 am on Sunday morning. Please check before leaving for the ride.

See you Sunday

Level: Urban Roller

Distance: 45 kms

RwGPS: Western Trails Tour 2025

Leader: David Middleton

Country Cruise - Ancaster Ascension (11 Oct 2026)

Sun, 11 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

ANCASTER ASCENSION CC

This is a Tourist level ride. If you are uncertain whether this level is suited to your cycling ability, click HERE.

PLEASE NOTE: All riders, including "30-Day-Trial" members, must register to participate in this CC. Please read registration details on the CC webpage.

A little bit of Robert Ludlum vibe! This Country Cruise offers the options of rail trail riding and some hill climbing all in the lovely countryside northwest of Hamilton. All routes go on the unpaved Hamilton Bradford Rail Trail before lunch in Ancaster. The long route passes through St. George and Ancaster. The short route does not go into Ancaster, lunch in Dundas. All routes do Clara's climb out of Dundas.

Distances: 51km, 86km & 94km

Start: 10:00 am Hidden Valley Park, Burlington, ON. There are public washrooms at the parking lot.

Driving directions: Take Hwy 401 going west to Hwy 427 S; continue on Queen Elizabeth Way and Hwy 403 W; take Exit 78 to get onto Waterdown Rd. in Burlington. Continue on Waterdown Rd. to Plains Plains Rd. W and turn right. At Howard Rd. turn right and continue onto Lemonville Rd. Turn right onto Hidden Valley Road to the parking lot.

CUES & MAPS:

RWGPS link to all routes: Ancaster Ascension, CC

Ride Leader(s): Sandra Loughead and Rein Suurallik

REMINDER: DON'T FORGET TO REGISTER.

Have some feedback or questions about CCs? Please let us know! at

countrycruise@tbn.ca

We welcome new ideas and suggestions to improve CCs!

Enjoy your ride!

Leisure Wheeler – Autumn Colours (11 Oct 2026)

Sun, 11 Oct 2026 14:10:00 GMT

This ride will be open for registration for 6 days beginning on the Monday before the event.

Remember: Have your tires fully inflated, wear your helmet and bring a spare inner tube for YOUR bike.

For this Sunday LW ride we will have a different starting place. We will start on Millwood Rd. at June Rowlands Park. (corner of Millwood and Mt. Pleasant)...North of Davisville Subway. We will follow the Beltline Trail and some quiet residential streets.

After, enjoy the patio at the Bread and Butter restaurant on Mt.Pleasant (cabbage rolls, goulash, schnitzel, pastries)

Note: Be prepared for some loose gravel on the Beltline.

Starting Point: June Rowlands Park- Millwood Rd. and Mt. Pleasant...North of Davisville Subway. (Line 1). Meet on Millwood Rd. by the north side of the tennis courts at Mt. Pleasant. There are washrooms in the park but please meet by the road. Parking is available after 10:00 AM on Millwood. Be prepared to watch you car until that time. Because of this potential problem, the start time is now 10:10 AM.

Distance: 21 KM

Leader: Lauren

Route: Autumn Colours 2024

Map and Cuesheet for YOU to print: Click HERE

You MUST be registered for the ride, in order to participate

Unsure of your level section?

This is a Leisure Wheeler level ride. If you are uncertain whether this level is appropriate to your riding level, click here.

Tuesday Ravine Ride: Jean's Jolly Jaunt (13 Oct 2026)

Tue, 13 Oct 2026 14:30:00 GMT

You MUST register in order to participate in this ride.
This ride will be open for registration for 6 days beginning on the Wednesday before the event.
If you need to cancel your registration, try to do so by noon the day before the ride.
If registration is full try the waitlist and check back regularly for possible cancellations.
Remember: Have your tires fully inflated, wear your helmet and bring a spare inner tube for YOUR bike.

Description: This route was made even jollier with the added ravine of Blythwood Ravine Park, a sniff of Edwards Gardens, and a cruise of Windfields Park. We return to Oriole Park by a less busy southern route.

START: 10:30 AM in Oriole Park. ((West of Davisville Subway Station south of Chaplin Cres.) Meet by the WASHROOM near the tennis courts

Parking is available on Frobisher Ave.: Click Here

Distance: 27 km

Leader: Jean

Route: RWGPS

Map and Cuesheet: Click HERE

Weather: The ride could be cancelled because of the weather (e.g. too cold, too wet, too windy). If the weather looks doubtful, check this page after 8:00 AM on the day of the ride.

This is a Leisure Wheeler level ride. If you are uncertain whether this level is appropriate to your riding level, click here.

Wednesday Wheelie - Caledon East to Forks of the Credit (14 Oct 2026)

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

At the request of our TBN President Paul Min - A midweek ride starting from Caledon East, and going up into the Caledon Hills to see the Fall colours at their peak. Lunch for the short route will be at the Higher Ground Cafe in Belfountain. The medium route and long routes will stop at the Tin Roof Café in Erin.

Meet at the Caledon East Community Complex. When you arrive, please park along the perimeter of the parking lot away from the building. There are washrooms in the building.

Not a member, but you want to try this out? Sign up for our 30-Day-Trial membership and you can try out multiple TBN rides. See https://tbn.ca/join for details.

Not sure if Wednesday Wheelies are for you? This is a Tourist level ride. If you are uncertain whether this level is appropriate to your riding level, click here. If your skill level is Tourist, then join us to find out why WW has remained popular for 2 decades.

Click for: 1. Directions to Start 2. RWGPS Routes Weather: click here

Ride Leader: Dale Alexander

If you have not registered for the ride, you may NOT join the ride.

Cancellations – if you register and later determine that you cannot ride – please, please Cancel Your Registration as soon as possible so that the Ride Leader has an accurate list of participants.

Check the website 2 hours before the start time - the ride could be rescheduled or cancelled at the discretion of the organizers.

Monthly Dining Out (15 Oct 2026)

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 22:30:00 GMT

October Dining Out: Mexican

On Thursday, October 15, we will be in a fairly central location at a great new Mexican restaurant. Casa Mezcal has only been open a few months, but it's had a lot of great (five-star) reviews and has become very popular. The food seems quite authentic, and getting your guacamole served in the mortar and pestle it was made in is a nice touch. You can accompany your meal with some interesting cocktails or some fine Mexican beer (not Corona). Also, the kitchen can adjust the spiciness of your order.

From Casa Mezcal's website:

Discover bold Mexican and Tex-Mex flavors just steps from Casa Loma at 252 Dupont. Enjoy sizzling fajitas, tacos, and Latin-inspired dishes paired with handcrafted margaritas and mezcal cocktails. More than dining, CASA offers a vibrant cultural experience with warm hospitality, perfect for locals and tourists alike.

You can view more info about the restaurant here.

Our reservation is for 6:30, so please try to arrive on time.

This event is limited to 16 members and their guests. Please register before Tuesday, October 13th at midnight. Because these events are very popular, there is always a wait list, so please remember to cancel if you cannot make it. If you don't know how to cancel, please send a message to the email address below. Note that if you register and then not attend, and you do not cancel at least 24 hours before the event, you will be moved to the wait list for the next dinner you register for.

Casa Mezcal is located at 252 Dupont Street. There is metered street parking near the restaurant. For those who won't drive, the restaurant is an ONE-minute walk from Dupont Subway Station. View the map here.

Questions or suggestions for other restaurants, please contact Ken Lackman, Social Director at social@tbn.ca.

HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!

Saturday Morning Ride: Ashbridges Bay/Woodbine Beach to Guildwood (17 Oct 2026)

Sat, 17 Oct 2026 13:30:00 GMT

The ride starts from the parking lot at Ashbridges Bay (Lakeshore and Northern Dancer Blvd) and follows the lakeshore trail eastwards to Guildwood for coffee/washroom break and returns by almost the same route. This is more hilly than most of the Saturday morning rides, to test your fitness! With a total of about 39kms, the ride should finish about 12:30 to 1pm.

The ride will be at Urban Roller pace - for more details click here.

RWGPS link to route: Click here

To join the club rides, you must be a member and register for the ride. For more information on various types of membership, follow this link = click here
PLEASE REGISTER: If you have not registered for the ride, you may NOT join the ride. If you have registered but can't attend, log in, click on "Already registered", then cancel.

Come at 9:15 to be ready for a prompt 9:30am start. Remember to bring your helmet and spare inner tube. Unregistered riders CANNOT ride with the group. For all TBN rides, a helmet is mandatory.

Distance: 39km
Classification: Urban Roller Ride
Program: Saturday Morning Ride
Starting Point: Parking lot at Lakeshore and Northern Dancer Blvd east of Coxwell
Start Time: Come at 9:15 for 9:30am prompt start
Online Map: click here

Ride Leader: Les

REMINDER: DON'T FORGET TO REGISTER!

Weather: The ride will be cancelled if there is bad weather (e.g. too cold, too wet, etc). If the weather looks doubtful, check the website after 8am on the day of the ride.

Sunday Tourist: Vaughan - Holland Marsh 70 km, 85 km or 105 km (18 Oct 2026)

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 13:45:00 GMT

DESCRIPTION

Starting from Vaughan subway, we work our way east to Keele St and later to Dufferin St before we traverse the Holland Marsh, returning south on Jane St, passing through Kingcross Estates (as in the Finch-Kettleby ride) and stopping for food and drink at The Roost Cafe (pictured above). Note that this stop is well beyond the halfway point in the ride, so bring plenty of water and a snack.

Meet on the east side of the oval, south station exit, depicted below. There is parking available in a parking lot immediately to the east of the oval subway station, at a cost of $7 for the day on Sundays.

Not a member, but you want to try this out? Sign up for our 30-Day-Trial membership and you can try out multiple TBN rides. See https://tbn.ca/join for details.

If you have not registered for the ride, you may NOT join the ride.

Ride leader: Frank Piazza

Distance: 70, 85 or 105 km

Online map and cue sheet: 70-km/385m route

85-km/416m route

105-km/594m route

PLEASE PRINT THE CUE SHEETS & MAPS, OR DOWNLOAD THE GPS FILES BEFORE ATTENDING THE RIDE. (The ride leader does not provide maps or cue sheets).

Helmets are required.

Will be cancelled up to 2 hours before the start of the ride if significant rain is forecast with moderate or higher likelihood for any time during the ride.

Sunday Urban Roller - Unionville (18 Oct 2026)

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Sunday Urban Roller - Unionville

Please note: You must register to participate on the ride. Registration is free for TBN members. Non-members can now purchase a 30 day trial membership for $15 here and then can register for the ride. If you cannot attend, please cancel your reservation by Saturday. Attendance will be checked at the start. If you register after 8 am on the day of the ride bring a copy of the confirmation email, either printed or electronic, to show to the ride leader.

Please remember to bring (and wear) a helmet.

This is an Urban Roller level ride. If you are uncertain whether this level is appropriate to your riding level, click here. For a more nuanced description check this page .

Danforth construction note: If you riding to the start point from the west along the Danforth Ave bike lanes please be aware that due to significant roadwork there is no bike lane between Main St and Victoria Park. Traffic is a single lane shared with cars. However, there is a simple alternative route. Turn left (north) at Main. Just north of the Main TTC station there is a small laneway leading west. This leads to Coleman Ave, which runs parallel to Danforth. Take it east to its end at Sibley Ave, turn right and it will put you back at Danforth at a set of lights. From there it's just a short distance to the parking lot entrance to Shoppers World.

For this favourite TBN ride we will be heading up to the Unionville area to try the upper Rouge River trail, then return on a long, almost uninterrupted, run down Pharmacy Avenue. Given the 62 km length and longer stretches, not recommended for a first ride of the season. Parts of the Rouge trail are hard packed limestone screenings rather than pavement but should be managable for most bikes. This section is about 8 kms in length.

Lunch is at Tim Hortons near the halfway point . You may still wish to bring your own lunch and snacks to avoid lineups and contact.

Meet for a 10 am departure from the parking lot of Shoppers World, located on the SW corner of Victoria Park Avenue and Danforth Avenue.

If the ride is cancelled due to weather or other reasons, notice of the cancellation will be posted on the website around 8 am Sunday. Please check before leaving for the ride.

The Ride with GPS map for the route is linked below, as well as a simplified cue sheet. The linked cue sheet has been optimised for Sunday Urban Rollers.

See you Sunday

Level: Urban Roller

Distance: 62 kms

RwGPS: Unionville

Cuesheet: Unionville

Leader: David Middleton

Country Cruise - Ashburn to Tyrone Mills (18 Oct 2026)

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

ASHBURN TO TYRONE MILLS CC

This is a Tourist level ride. If you are uncertain whether this level is suited to your cycling ability, click HERE.

PLEASE NOTE: All riders, including "30-Day-Trial" members, must register to participate in this CC. Please read registration details on the CC webpage.

This CC was inspired by a popular Wednesday Wheelie favourite: the Ashburn Tour. The revised routes go to Tyrone Mills for lunch and through Enniskillen for a possible ice cream stop at the Enniskillen General Store that has been established since 1840. The terrain is typical of this area: rolling hills with gorgeous countryside views of expansive farms and woodlands.

Washroom facilities are available at the start in the form of a Porta Potty at the north end of the parking lot.

Distances: 62km, 71km, & 82km

Start: 10:00am - Ashburn Community Park on the west side of Ashburn Road, ~200 metres north of the main intersection, i.e. Ashburn Rd. and Myrtle Rd. There is a green "Ashburn Park" sign at the entrance by the gravel road leading to the parking area.

CUE SHEETS and MAPS:

RWGPS for all routes: Ashburn to Tyrone Mills CC - 62km, 71km & 82km

Ride Leader(s): Martin Lansch

REMINDER: DON'T FORGET TO REGISTER.

Have some feedback or questions about CCs? Please let us know! at

countrycruise@tbn.ca

We welcome new ideas and suggestions to improve CCs!

Enjoy your ride!

Tuesday Ravine Ride - Diagonal Lines-Kennedy to Distillery to Union Station (20 Oct 2026)

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:30:00 GMT

You MUST register in order to participate in this ride.
This ride will be open for registration for 6 days beginning on the Wednesday before the event.
If you need to cancel your registration, try to do so by noon the day before the ride.
If registration is full try the waitlist and check back regularly for possible cancellations.
Remember: Have your tires fully inflated, wear your helmet and bring a spare inner tube for YOUR bike.

Description: A one-way route through Taylor Creek and the Don Valley. Enjoy the autumn colours. Coffee in the Distillery District where most of the group usually ends the ride. However, if you wish to return to Kennedy station, some of us continue to Union Station and take the GO train to return to Kennedy or the TTC if the GO train times are limited.

Start: 10:30 a.m. Kennedy Subway Station, Transway Crescent- Passenger Pick-up and Drop-off

(Try to arrive at 10:15 AM, to allow for subway delays, bike problems, etc.)

(Parking available at Jack Goodlad Park North of Eglinton east side of Kennedy)

Distance: 21 km

Leader: Andy

Route: RWGPS

Map and Cuesheet: Click Here

Weather: The ride could be cancelled because of the weather (e.g. too cold, too wet, too windy). If the weather looks doubtful, check this page after 8:00 AM on the day of the ride.

This is a Leisure Wheeler level ride. If you are uncertain whether this level is appropriate to your riding level, click here.

Wednesday Wheelie - Inglewood to Erin 70 km (21 Oct 2026)

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Please note ride starts at 10:00AM!

We want to thank the Program X ride coordinator for this ride. This ride starts in Inglewood, just off of Hwy 10 and continues towards Caledon East on the Caledon Trailway and crosses Hwy 10 on the pedestrian bridge over the highway. Then a bit of escarpment country and a short stretch of gravel on Escarpment Sideroad as we head west, skirting past Belfountain on the way to lunch at the Tin Roof Cafe in Erin. Dipping southwards, we pass through Cheltenham, then take Boston Mills Rd back to Inglewood.

Please note that 33% of the distance is gravel roads or rail trails.

Start location: Lloyd Wilson Centennial Arena in Inglewood. If this parking lot is full, consider parking at the library at the top of the hill.

Not a member, but you want to try this out? Sign up for our 30-Day-Trial membership and you can try out multiple TBN rides. See https://tbn.ca/join for details.

Not sure if Wednesday Wheelies are for you? This is a Tourist level ride. If you are uncertain whether this level is appropriate to your riding level, click here. If your skill level is Tourist, then join us to find out why WW has remained popular for 2 decades.

Inglewood 1. Directions to start

Routes 2. RWGPS route

Weather 3. Weather

Ride Leader: Rick MacMillan

If you have not registered for the ride, you may NOT join the ride.

Check the website 2 hours before the start time - the ride could be rescheduled or cancelled at the discretion of the organizers.

Parking at Inglewood arena

Climbing switchback on Forks of the Credit Road

Elora - Cataract Trailway at Mississauga Rd

Saturday Morning Ride: High Park to Port Credit (24 Oct 2026)

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 13:30:00 GMT

CAR PARKING is not possible inside the park. Please allow yourself time to get to the start.

This ride starts from High Park (Grenadier Cafe - about 1km south of the park entrance on Bloor St), The route follows the Lakeshore trail west, through Etobicoke to pause at Port Credit harbour for a coffee/washroom break The return follows a slightly different route, for a total distance of about 40kms, to finish at High Park, around 12:00 to 12:30pm.

This is an Urban Roller level ride. If you are uncertain whether this level is appropriate to your riding level, click here.

RWGPS link to route: Click Here

Come at 9:15 to be ready for a prompt 9:30am start. Remember to bring your helmet and spare inner tube. Unregistered riders CANNOT ride with the group. For all TBN rides, a helmet is mandatory.

Distance: 40km
Classification: Urban Roller Ride
Program: Saturday Morning Ride
Starting Point: High Park, Grenadier Cafe (1km south of Bloor St).
Start Time: Come at 9:15 for a prompt 9:30am start
Online Map: High Park - Port Credit: Click Here
Ride Leader: Patsy

REMINDER: DON'T FORGET TO REGISTER!

Weather: The ride will be cancelled if there is bad weather (e.g. too cold, too wet, etc). If the weather looks doubtful, check the website after 8:00am on the day of the ride.

Leaders Choice: Waterfront Trail & Jim Tovey Park Fall Social/Mixer (24 Oct 2026)

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Join us for a leisurely Saturday morning ride along the Waterfront Trail as we set off from Stonehooker Brewery in Port Credit in Mississauga to Sunnyside Park Café for coffee, then make our way back to Stonehooker Brewery via Mississauga’s newest conservation area – ‘Jim Tovey Park’.

This is a new 26 hectare waterfront park at the shore of Lake Ontario. Here we will discover the beauty of nature at this restored stretch of the shoreline with revitalized habitats and a network of trails, pedestrian bridges and a cycling trail beside the future site of Lakeview Village. Jim Tovey park is a great spot for cycling, walking, bird-watching, dog walking and amateur photography along 3.7 km of trail with a breath-taking view of Toronto. The route can get busy with pedestrians so this will not be a “fast ride” and will be slow in some places for everyone’s safety – the emphasis for this ride is relaxation, fun, safety and the social.

Start location: Parking Lot behind Stonehooker Brewing Company, 866 Lakeshore Rd E, Mississauga.

Ride leader: Sanj Devarajan

Route: StoneHooker to SunnySide Cafe and back via Jim Tovey Conservation Area

The Plan:
Washrooms: At Birds & Beans Café (1^st “pit stop”), Sunnyside Pavilion Café (2^nd “pit stop”), Jim Tovey Park (3^rd “pit stop”), Stonehooker Brewey (Final/4^th “pit stop”)

Distance: 31 km

Pace: ~20 km/h (no drop)

Après Ride: Lunch at Stonehooker Brewey (optional)

Only registrants are permitted to join the ride. (If you do not have a regular TBN membership, you can purchase a 30-Day-Trial membership - click here). If have registered and then find out you can't come, please cancel your registration.

Check the website before you head to the start in case the event is cancelled or rescheduled at the organizer's discretion.

This is an Urban Roller-level ride. If you are uncertain whether this level is appropriate to you, click here and scroll down to Class - Urban Roller.

Fall Hiking - Rouge National Urban Park - 10.5 km (9 AM START) (25 Oct 2026)

Sun, 25 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT

The Rouge National Urban Park is a rich assembly of natural, cultural and agricultural landscapes. It is home to amazing biodiversity and some of the last remaining working farms in the Greater Toronto Area. It houses Toronto's only campground, one of the regions largest marshes and amazing hiking opportunities. This is the best time to be hiking because the leaves will either be changing or will have changed.

NOTE: WE HAVE HAD ISSUES WITH PARKING IN THE PAST SO ARRIVE EARLY. START TIME IS 9 AM.

Please Register - Only REGISTRANTS are permitted to participate in this event.

Not a member but you want to try this out? Sign up for our 30 Day Trial membership and you can try out multiple TBN events

See https://tbn.ca/join

Distance: 10.5 km

RWGPS Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/52193960

Driving directions: https://www.google.ca/maps/place/Glen+Rouge+Campground/@43.8056363,-79.1393078,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x89d4dbdf47d6344d:0xfe85e4373834011c!8m2!3d43.8056324!4d-79.1371191

Pace: Moderate (~4 km/hr)
Terrain: Moderate - some hills and/or poor footing

Hike Leader: Ash Nalim

Sunday Urban Roller - Mimico Creek (25 Oct 2026)

Sun, 25 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Sunday Urban Roller - Mimico Creek

Please remember to bring (and wear) a helmet.

This is an Urban Roller level ride. If you are uncertain whether this level is appropriate to your riding level, click here. For a more nuanced description check this page.

A slightly shorter ride for our last Urban Roller outing this year. This one will take us up the Humber to the Eglinton bike path, then down a bit of Mimico Creek and (mostly) quiet streets to a different Tim Hortons for lunch. From there it's over to the Etobicoke Creek trail down to the lake, and back along the Waterfront Trail and the Birmingham St bike lanes to Royal York. Then back up the Royal York bike lanes to the start.

Meet at Etienne Brule Park for a 10 am start.

The parking lot at Brule is still partially occupied by construction so if the lot is full you may need to use the parking lot of Kings Mill Park, just back across the bridge over the Humber and on the south side.

The Ride with GPS map for the route is linked below.

If a ride is cancelled due to weather or other circumstances a cancellation notice will be posted around 8 am on Sunday morning. Please check before leaving for the ride.

See you Sunday

Level: Urban Roller

Distance: 37 kms

RwGPS: Mimico Creek 2026

Leader: Kumar K.

Country Cruise - Wild Card Sunday - "To Trail - or Not?! - to Tottenham" (25 Oct 2026)

Sun, 25 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

"WILD CARD SUNDAY CC" - "TO TRAIL - or NOT?! - TO TOTTENHAM"

This is a Tourist level ride. If you are uncertain whether this level is suited to your cycling ability, click HERE.

PLEASE NOTE: All riders, including "30-Day-Trial" members, must register to participate in this CC. Please read registration details on the CC webpage.

"Wild Card Sunday" gives us an opportunity to hold a Country Cruise that was previously scheduled during the season but unfortunately had to be cancelled, often due to less-than-favourable weather conditions for cycling. The ride selected may be determined by the ride leader as well.

This WC Sunday's chosen CC is "To Trail - or Not?! - to Tottenham", which was originally scheduled for May 24th, but was "washed out" by the rainy weather.

This is a great, multi-terrain ride to a long-standing lunch destination - Tottenham - and has 4 route options. Starting and ending in Schomberg, the roundtrip is a lovely mixture of rolling hills and scenic flat stretches on the Caledon Rail Trail (or not! - if you would rather enjoy the undulating country roads). Bring your lunch to eat in a park in Tottenham (toilets available) or pick up something from the corner store on the main street (or Tim's!)

Distances: With Rail Trail: 68km, 73km & 80km

Without Rail Trail: 77km

Start: 10:00am Please note the new start location is at the Trisan Centre, 25 Dillane Dr., Schomberg.

Driving directions: Take exit 55 off Highway 400 and head west on County Road 9 to County Road 27. Turn south on County County Rd. 27 and then turn left (east) at Dillane Dr. Continue on Dillane Drive to Trisan Centre, which will be on the east side of the road.

RWGPS link to all routes: To Trail - or Not?! - to Tottenham 68km, 73km, 77km & 80km

RIDE LEADER(S): Tim Irwin

REMINDER: DON'T FORGET TO REGISTER!

Have some feedback or questions about CCs? Please let us know! at

countrycruise@tbn.ca

We welcome new ideas and suggestions to improve CCs!

Enjoy your ride!

Tuesday Ravine Ride - Hallowe'en Spirit and lunch at the Madison (27 Oct 2026)

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 14:30:00 GMT

You MUST register in order to participate in this ride.
This ride will be open for registration for 6 days beginning on the Wednesday before the event.
If you need to cancel your registration, try to do so by noon the day before the ride.
If registration is full try the waitlist and check back regularly for possible cancellations.
Remember: Have your tires fully inflated, wear your helmet and bring a spare inner tube for YOUR bike.

Description: Visit two cemeteries for Hallowe'en. A lovely downtown ride with a few hills and some unpaved paths and a visit to a former prime minister who communed with spirits...

Celebrate the end of a great riding season! Join us for lunch at the Madison Pub.

Start: 10:30 AM in Taddle Creek Park one block north of the Bedford exit of the St. George subway station.

(Try to arrive at 10:15 AM, to allow for subway delays, bike problems, etc.)

Distance: 23 km

Leader: Sandra

Route: RWGPS

Map and Cue sheet: Click HERE

Weather: The ride could be cancelled because of the weather (e.g. too cold, too wet, too windy). If the weather looks doubtful, check this page after 8:00 AM on the day of the ride.

This is a Leisure Wheeler level ride. If you are uncertain whether this level is appropriate to your riding level, click here.

October Pub Quiz (27 Oct 2026)

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 22:30:00 GMT

October Pub Quiz

You are invited to attend the monthly trivia night at Arisu Authentic Korean and Japanese Restaurant on Tuesday, October 27. Please register before Monday, October 26 at 6 pm.

Arisu has a huge menu with an incredible variety of Japanese/Korean food including Korean BBQ, sushi, and a number of vegan/vegetarian options. It also has an extensive drink list featuring a good selection of wine, spirits, sake and soju. It has a good choice of bottled beers and six craft and Japanese beers on tap, which are available at the 1980s price of $5.99 a pint. View the full menu here.

Arisu also has a wonderful staff and a nice patio, which we may be able to use in the warmer months.

The schedule for the evening is as follows:

6:30: Arrival and order food and/or drinks
7:00: Choose teams, team names and quiz categories.
7:15: Questions are written for each round.
7:30: The quiz begins.
8:15: Break time
8:30: The second half begins.
9:15: End of quiz. Scores are calculated, winners are announced and prizes awarded.

This will be an unusual pub quiz in that the participants will choose the categories before the quiz begins. Virtually any category is possible, including history, geography, 80s music, Soviet fashion, marine biology, supramolecular chemistry, and even cycling. The teams or four or five will brainstorm possible categories, and we all vote to determine the five most popular topics. Then, since each team will be responsible for one round of questions, they will work together to compose 8-10 questions in their assigned category. Phones are permitted only during this phase and during the break.

Arisu is conveniently located at 584 Bloor Street West on the corner of Bloor and Markham Street. It's a 30-second walk from Bathurst subway station if you use the Markham Street entrance. There is a large parking lot behind the restaurant.

View the map here.

Questions or concerns please contact Ken Lackman, Social Director at social@tbn.ca.

HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!

Wednesday Wheelie - Victoria Square to Goodwood in Reverse (28 Oct 2026)

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Please note ride starts at 10:00AM!

Sadly it is getting to the end of the season and what better way to wind it down than a ride from Victoria Square to Annina's only this time we will do it in reverse. The butter tarts and pastries will still taste good and hopefully there will be no wasps on their patio.

A good time will be had by all.

Not a member, but you want to try this out? Sign up for our 30-Day-Trial membership and you can try out multiple TBN rides. See https://tbn.ca/join for details.

Click for: 1. Directions to Start 2. Routes 3. Weather

Ride Leader: Arlene Smith

If you have not registered for the ride, you may NOT join the ride.

Check the website 2 hours before the start time - the ride could be rescheduled or cancelled at the discretion of the organizers.

Halloween Trick or Treat Ride (31 Oct 2026)

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Halloween Trick or Treat Ride

This is a sponsored ride, which means we’ll make several stops at TBN sponsors and partners along the route. At each stop, there may be a little treat, a quick introduction to a business, or something fun to share before we hop back on the bikes.

Expect an easy-paced ride of approximately 40 km on mostly bike lanes and residential streets and parts of the waterfront trail with multiple treat stops along the way. It will be a fun city-focused ride that everyone can enjoy.

We’ll wrap up with more treats and some social time at the finish at the Distillery **you will have to make your own way home from there.

Costumes are encouraged but completely optional.

There will be photos — so if you’re dressing up, you might as well go all out!

Come ride, eat, socialize and celebrate Halloween with TBN!

Meeting time: Ride leader will be at the start (Bread and Butter Cafe) by 9:00 am coffee and first treat of the day. All welcome to join.

Ride Start time: 9:30 am (meet earlier if you want a coffee and hang)

Start Location: Meet at Bread & Butter Cafe, 507 Mount Pleasant Road.

Ride End location: Distillery District

Route: Spooky trick or treat halloween ride

Distance: Approx 40 km.

Ride Leader: Kathy Cunningham, publicity@tbn.ca

This is an Urban Roller ride. To check if this level is appropriate for you, click here and scroll down to Urban Roller.

Everyone must register to join this ride. If you do not have a regular TBN membership, you can purchase a 30-Day-Trial membership - click here.

If you are unable to attend please cancel your registration.

Check the website 2 hours before the start time in case of updates.

Saturday Morning Ride: from Victoria Park/Danforth. New route. FINAL RIDE of 2026 (31 Oct 2026)

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Created in 2026, this ride starts from the Shoppers World plaza (Danforth and Victoria Park) and goes north, picks up part of the new North Don trail. Then south on the (recently revived) Don Trail to the Lakeshore. A coffee break at Leslie/Lakeshore will note this as our last Saturday Morning Ride of the 2026 season!! Then back to Victoria Park by mostly quiet streets. About 31kms- should finish about 12:30 to 1pm.

This is an Urban Roller level ride. If you are uncertain whether this level is appropriate to your riding level, click here.

RWGPS link to route: Click here

To join the club rides, you must be a member and register for the ride. For more information on various types of membership, follow this link = click here

If you have registered but can't attend, log in, click on "Already registered", then cancel.

PLEASE REGISTER: If you have not registered for the ride, you may NOT join the ride. For all TBN rides a helmet is mandatory.

Come at 9:15 to be ready for a prompt 9:30am start. Remember to bring your helmet and spare inner tube. Unregistered riders CANNOT ride with the group.

Distance: 36km
Classification: Urban Roller Ride
Program: Saturday Morning Ride
Starting Point: Shoppers World plaza parking lot at Danforth and Victoria Park
Start Time: Come at 9:15 for 9:30am prompt start
Online Map: click here:

Ride Leader: Patsy

REMINDER: DON'T FORGET TO REGISTER!

Weather: The ride will be cancelled if there is bad weather (e.g. too cold, too wet, etc). If the weather looks doubtful, check the website after 8am on the day of the ride.

City Walk - Location to be Determined (Fall 2026) (01 Nov 2026)

Sun, 01 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

We will be doing a City Walk on this date. The start location, route and other information will be determined after the City Walk Planning Meeting (in August, September, or October).

We will meet at about 10:00 AM at a location to be determined, and the walk will begin at 10:10.

We have introduced a 30-Day-Trial membership class which allows "guests" to participate in most activities over the span of a 1-month period. We are accepting Guest registrations.

If you have not registered for the walk, you may NOT join the walk.

If you have registered but can't attend, log in, click on "Already registered", then cancel.

Please check the website 2 hours before the start time, in the unlikely event that the walk is rescheduled or cancelled. If the walk is cancelled due to weather or other reasons, notice of the cancellation will be posted on the website around 8 am on the day of the walk.

For a brief description of the City walk program, please check the TBN website under PROGRAMS - FALL/WINTER - CITY WALKS (https://tbn.ca/programs/fallwinter/citywalks). If you have any questions, email me at citywalks@tbn.ca.

If you have trouble finding us at the start, please call my cell at 416-917-8866. If I don't answer, try again, as I may miss the first call.

John Burdett - City Walk Coordinator

Fall Hiking - Hockley Valley - 13km (01 Nov 2026)

Sun, 01 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

PLEASE NOTE THE CLOCKS FALL BACK AT MIDNIGHT NOVEMBER 1ST PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU TAKE THIS INTO ACCOUNT WHEN DECIDING WHEN TO LEAVE.

Hockley Valley Provincial Nature Reserve is located within the rolling moraine landscapes of the Niagara Escarpment which was created by a long process of erosion. This hike takes you through three loops in the Hockley Valley Nature Reserve.

Hockley Valley is very hilly with some rolling sections. A good cardio workout Free parking in Bruce Trail lot located on Hockley Road east of the trailhead.

Distance: 13 km
Pace: Moderate (~4 km/hr)
Terrain: Moderate - some hills and/or poor footing. Please make sure you bring appropriate footwear including icers or poles if required.

RWGPS Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34862234

Driving directions: Click here

Please Register - Only REGISTRANTS are permitted to participate in this event.

Not a member but you want to try this out? Sign up for our 30 Day Trial membership and you can try out multiple TBN events

See https://tbn.ca/join

If you have registered but can't attend, log in, click on "Already registered", then cancel.

Hike Leader: Don Caswell

City Walk - (Thursday - Tentative) Location to be Determined (Fall 2026) (05 Nov 2026)

Thu, 05 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

We tentatively plan on having a City Walk on this date. The start location, route and other information will be determined after the City Walk Planning Meeting (in August, September, or October).

We will meet at about 10:00 AM at a location to be determined, and the walk will begin at 10:10.

We have introduced a 30-Day-Trial membership class which allows "guests" to participate in most activities over the span of a 1-month period. We are accepting Guest registrations.

If you have not registered for the walk, you may NOT join the walk.

If you have registered but can't attend, log in, click on "Already registered", then cancel.

If you have trouble finding us at the start, please call my cell at 416-917-8866. If I don't answer, try again, as I may miss the first call.

John Burdett - City Walk Coordinator

Fall Hiking Glen Major Forest/Brock Tract 13 km 9 AM START (08 Nov 2026)

Sun, 08 Nov 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Glen Major Forest/Brock Tract Loop

The Glen Major Forest is more than 3700 acres of land located on the Oak Ridges Moraine in the headwaters of the Duffins Creek Watershed. This area consists of mixed coniferous/ deciduous forests and a gravel pit once operated in the Glen Major site and is currently being restored. The remainder of the property complex was previously used for agriculture and contains a variety of habitat including forest, meadows and wetlands. Old farm roads and farm building foundations are still visible. This hike has lots of elevation changes and I think that most hikers will find the forest quite beautiful but strenuous. It is a hike worth doing.

Distance: 13 km

Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38184572

Pace: Moderate (~3.5 km/hr)

Terrain: Moderate - rocky with hills and/or poor footing.

Directions: https://www.google.ca/maps/place/Brock+Tract/@44.0027418,-79.128982,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x89d525dd7de51f9d:0xa55b051d89412d81!8m2!3d43.9998587!4d-79.1280305

This is a smaller free parking lot that may be difficult to see from Brock Road. It looks like a farmers lane so be on the lookout for it. We are using this because the lot we usually use now has pay parking.

Parking is at a premium so please do not be late and find yourself scrambling for a parking spot.

NOTE: 9 AM START TIME.

Please Register - Only REGISTRANTS are permitted to participate in this event.

If you have registered but can't attend, log in, click on "Already registered", then cancel.

Not a member but you want to try this out? Sign up for our 30 Day Trail membership and you can try out multiple TBN events

See https://tbn.ca/join

Hike Leader: Ash Nalim

City Walk - Location to be Determined (Fall 2026) (08 Nov 2026)

Sun, 08 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

We will be doing a City Walk on this date. The start location, route and other information will be determined after the City Walk Planning Meeting (in August, September, or October).

We will meet at about 10:00 AM at a location to be determined, and the walk will begin at 10:10.

We have introduced a 30-Day-Trial membership class which allows "guests" to participate in most activities over the span of a 1-month period. We are accepting Guest registrations.

If you have not registered for the walk, you may NOT join the walk.

If you have registered but can't attend, log in, click on "Already registered", then cancel.

If you have trouble finding us at the start, please call my cell at 416-917-8866. If I don't answer, try again, as I may miss the first call.

John Burdett - City Walk Coordinator

City Walk - (Thursday - Tentative) Location to be Determined (Fall 2026) (12 Nov 2026)

Thu, 12 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

We tentatively plan on having a City Walk on this date. The start location, route and other information will be determined after the City Walk Planning Meeting (in August, September, or October).

We will meet at about 10:00 AM at a location to be determined, and the walk will begin at 10:10.

We have introduced a 30-Day-Trial membership class which allows "guests" to participate in most activities over the span of a 1-month period. We are accepting Guest registrations.

If you have not registered for the walk, you may NOT join the walk.

If you have registered but can't attend, log in, click on "Already registered", then cancel.

If you have trouble finding us at the start, please call my cell at 416-917-8866. If I don't answer, try again, as I may miss the first call.

John Burdett - City Walk Coordinator

2026 AGM, Dinner and Dance (14 Nov 2026)

Sat, 14 Nov 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Attend the TBN Social Event of the Year!

Come celebrate another wonderful TBN year with cycling friends, old and new, at our Annual General Meeting, Dinner and Dance. Entertainment will be provided by the Junctioneers, the band that played at the last three Spring Flings and the 2025 AGM. This three-piece partially-acoustic band will get people dancing but not be too loud to inhibit conversation. Be there at 5:30 for drinks and to mingle with other members and their guests. This is also an excellent opportunity to recognize the efforts of those on the TBN Board as well as all of our volunteers who have assisted in making this such a successful year.

Schedule:

5:30 pm Reception with cash bar
6:30 pm Buffet Dinner
7:30 pm Annual General Meeting
8:30 pm Live band and dancing

Menu

Starters

Soup of the day (Vegan/Gluten Free)
Assorted dinner rolls
Mixed green salad with dried fruit and toasted pumpkin seeds (V/GF)

Main Course

Ragout of Roast Chicken Breast with mushrooms, peas and spinach with smoked mushroom gravy and rice (Halal)

and/or

Vegan Curry with fried tofu, chickpeas and edamame simmered in a fragrant curry coconut gravy. Served with steamed jasmine rice (V/GF)

Dessert

Warm Apple Crumble with whipped cream and caramel sauce

Choose your main course when you register.

Cost: Members (and their guests) $40 each

You may also register a guest as part of your registration. If you are a member, please login for the member rate.

You may register only for the AGM (no cost), but it may be standing room only, and you will need to be there only between 7:30 and 8:30.

Directions: The venue is Tecumseh Auditorium inside The TMU Student Centre at 55 Gould Street.

For the map, click here.

The venue is a five-minute walk from Dundas Station, with the most straightforward route being walking north on Yonge Street and turning right on Gould St.

There are three parking lots within a five-minute walk of the venue, with the closest being 288 Church Street (2 minutes). For more parking info including rates, click here.

AGM Files

All files will be available Nov 1 or earlier. You must first be logged into the TBN website in order to access the files.

TBN Annual General Meeting Agenda

The proposed agenda for the AGM can be found here.

2025 TBN Annual General Meeting Minutes

The draft 2024 Annual General Meeting Minutes can be found here.

2025 TBN Bylaws Revision

A change to the Bylaws is proposed for a vote. The proposal can be found here.

The draft 2025 TBN Balance Sheet can be found here. The draft 2025 Income Statement can be found here.

AGM Proxy

If you are unable to attend the AGM, you may still vote by proxy. Click this link to download our proxy document. Complete the document, and send it to secretary@tbn.ca prior to November 1st, 2025.

City Walk - Location to be Determined (Fall 2026) (15 Nov 2026)

Sun, 15 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

We will be doing a City Walk on this date. The start location, route and other information will be determined after the City Walk Planning Meeting (in August, September, or October).

We will meet at about 10:00 AM at a location to be determined, and the walk will begin at 10:10.

We have introduced a 30-Day-Trial membership class which allows "guests" to participate in most activities over the span of a 1-month period. We are accepting Guest registrations.

If you have not registered for the walk, you may NOT join the walk.

If you have registered but can't attend, log in, click on "Already registered", then cancel.

If you have trouble finding us at the start, please call my cell at 416-917-8866. If I don't answer, try again, as I may miss the first call.

John Burdett - City Walk Coordinator

Fall Hiking Smokey Hollow Falls - 12 km (15 Nov 2026)

Sun, 15 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Smokey Hollow Falls is the majestic center point of a group of trails with plenty of variety and changes of elevation. It is not too difficult and is just the hike for early in the TBN Fall Hiking season. Sadly a lot of the leaves have already fallen from the trees but it is still beautiful and of course we have the Falls. It may be busy at the Falls especially if it is a nice day but we will be spending most of our time on the Bruce Trail so the crowds should not be too bad.

Please Register - Only REGISTRANTS are permitted to participate in this event.

If you have registered but can't attend, log in, click on "Already registered", then cancel.

Not a member but you want to try this out? Sign up for our 30 Day Trail membership and you can try out multiple TBN rides

See https://tbn.ca/join

RWGPS Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/37666441

Driving directions: Click here

Note: Parking can be a bit of a challenge so do not arrive at the last moment expecting to find a spot.

Distance: 12 km

Pace: Moderate (~4 km/hr)
Terrain: Moderate - some hills and/or poor footing

Please make sure you dress for the weather and wear proper footwear.

Hike Leader: Steve Kotlowski

City Walk - (Thursday - Tentative) Location to be Determined (Fall 2026) (19 Nov 2026)

Thu, 19 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

We tentatively plan on having a City Walk on this date. The start location, route and other information will be determined after the City Walk Planning Meeting (in August, September, or October).

We will meet at about 10:00 AM at a location to be determined, and the walk will begin at 10:10.

We have introduced a 30-Day-Trial membership class which allows "guests" to participate in most activities over the span of a 1-month period. We are accepting Guest registrations.

If you have not registered for the walk, you may NOT join the walk.

If you have registered but can't attend, log in, click on "Already registered", then cancel.

If you have trouble finding us at the start, please call my cell at 416-917-8866. If I don't answer, try again, as I may miss the first call.

John Burdett - City Walk Coordinator

City Walk - Location to be Determined (Fall 2026) (22 Nov 2026)

Sun, 22 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

We will be doing a City Walk on this date. The start location, route and other information will be determined after the City Walk Planning Meeting (in August, September, or October).

We will meet at about 10:00 AM at a location to be determined, and the walk will begin at 10:10.

We have introduced a 30-Day-Trial membership class which allows "guests" to participate in most activities over the span of a 1-month period. We are accepting Guest registrations.

If you have not registered for the walk, you may NOT join the walk.

If you have registered but can't attend, log in, click on "Already registered", then cancel.

If you have trouble finding us at the start, please call my cell at 416-917-8866. If I don't answer, try again, as I may miss the first call.

John Burdett - City Walk Coordinator

Fall Hiking Forks of the Credit 12 km (22 Nov 2026)

Sun, 22 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

FALL/WINTER HIKING

The Forks of the Credit is a part of the Bruce Trail and also the Niagara Escarpment Biosphere. The hike starts at the junction of Mississauga Road and the Elora Cataract Rail Trail. There had been a mill in the Cataract area since 1820 and in 1885 John Deagle bought the mill and converted it into a hydro generating station which was later purchased by Ontario Hydro and eventually shut down in 1947. The area was also the source of Credit Valley sandstone which was used in the construction of various large buildings like Queen's Park and the Old City Hall. This area is predominantly used by hikers and mountain bikers and there are lots of elevation changes and intersecting trails. It can be a challenging area in the winter so icers are required and hiking poles are recommended

Distance: 12 km

Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38153913

Pace: Moderate (~3.5 km/hr)

Terrain: Moderate - rocky with hills and/or poor footing. Depending on the weather poles or icers will be needed.

Directions: https://www.google.ca/maps/place/Mississauga+Rd+%2526+Elora-Cataract+Trailway,+Caledon,+ON+L7K+1M9/@43.819616,-80.0406903,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x882b061fcbcc47ed:0xa013b1ea841ca63d!8m2!3d43.8131338!4d-80.0286332

There should be adequate parking at the start of this hike but that does not mean that you should arrive at the last moment. Please plan accordingly.

If you have registered but can't attend, log in, click on "Already registered", then cancel.

Not a member but you want to try this out? Sign up for our 30 Day Trial membership and you can try out multiple TBN events

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Hike Leader: Don Caswell

No Drop hike (8km) East Don/Taylor Creek/Bermondsey (22 Nov 2026)

Sun, 22 Nov 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Start Location: Victoria Village Arena

https://www.google.com/maps/place/Victoria+Village+Arena/@43.7231502,-79.3179663,16z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x89d4cdb8d30762f9:0x4acad9a8f13148b7!8m2!3d43.7231464!4d-79.3153914!16s%2Fg%2F1vyk3h4w!5m1!1e3?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MTExMi4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D

Start time 10:30am.

Route:https://ridewithgps.com/routes/53317994

Mostly paved trails and roads, starting from Victoria Village Arena, walking down the new East Don trail (steep downhill to start), along the Taylor Creek trail, and back up into residential and commercial areas. Possible lunch stop at Circles and Squares bakery. (Trails can be icy after snow. Participants are strongly recommended to wear ice grips for shoes and use hiking poles for safety. )

Hike Leader: Dave Yates

This is an No Drop level hike. If you are uncertain whether this level is appropriate to you, click here.

ARRIVE 15 MIN IN ADVANCE TO HELP MAKE SURE OUR HIKE STARTS ON TIME.

Please Register - Only REGISTRANTS are permitted to participate in this event.

If you have registered but can't attend, log in, click on "Already registered", then cancel.

Not a member but you want to try this out? Sign up for our 30 Day Trail membership and you can try out multiple TBN rides/events

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City Walk - (Thursday - Tentative) Location to be Determined (Fall 2026) (26 Nov 2026)

Thu, 26 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

We tentatively plan on having a City Walk on this date. The start location, route and other information will be determined after the City Walk Planning Meeting (in August, September, or October).

We will meet at about 10:00 AM at a location to be determined, and the walk will begin at 10:10.

We have introduced a 30-Day-Trial membership class which allows "guests" to participate in most activities over the span of a 1-month period. We are accepting Guest registrations.

If you have not registered for the walk, you may NOT join the walk.

If you have registered but can't attend, log in, click on "Already registered", then cancel.

If you have trouble finding us at the start, please call my cell at 416-917-8866. If I don't answer, try again, as I may miss the first call.

John Burdett - City Walk Coordinator

Fall Hiking Walker Woods 11.2 km 9 AM START (29 Nov 2026)

Sun, 29 Nov 2026 14:00:00 GMT

THE WALKER WOODS DOUBLE LOOP

The Walker Woods hike takes place on the Oak Ridges Moraine which was formed when a glacier retreated 10,000 to 12,000 years ago leaving behind a massive ridge. This multi-use trail network provides users with a great variety of loop alternatives with significant natural heritage features and breathtaking vistas. This is not a difficult trail but proper footwear is strongly recommended

Distance: 11 km

Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35023145

Pace: Moderate (~3.5 km/hr)

Terrain: Moderate - rocky with hills and/or poor footing. Proper footwear is strongly recommended. Please make sure that you are capable physically of doing this hike.

Start Point: https://www.google.ca/maps/place/Durham+Regional+Forest,+West+Gate/@44.0347866,-79.0870581,16.21z/data=!4m13!1m7!3m6!1s0x89d53caec8ebdb65:0xb63e88f8cab270c3!2sWalker+Woods,+Uxbridge,+ON+L0C+1A0!3b1!8m2!3d44.0352508!4d-79.0996894!3m4!1s0x0:0x4bd03e9121a37640!8m2!3d44.0395362!4d-79.0890902

Parking is at a premium so please do not be late and find yourself scrambling for a parking spot. I have not checked this year but last year parking at this site was 6.00. Please carpool if possible.

NOTE: This hike begins at 9 AM

Please Register - Only REGISTRANTS are permitted to participate in this event.

If you have registered but can't attend, log in, click on "Already registered", then cancel.

Not a member but you want to try this out? Sign up for our 30 Day Trail membership and you can try out multiple TBN events

See https://tbn.ca/join

Hike Leader: Ash Nalim

City Walk - Location to be Determined (Fall 2026) (29 Nov 2026)

Sun, 29 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

We will be doing a City Walk on this date. The start location, route and other information will be determined after the City Walk Planning Meeting (in August, September, or October).

We will meet at about 10:00 AM at a location to be determined, and the walk will begin at 10:10.

We have introduced a 30-Day-Trial membership class which allows "guests" to participate in most activities over the span of a 1-month period. We are accepting Guest registrations.

If you have not registered for the walk, you may NOT join the walk.

If you have registered but can't attend, log in, click on "Already registered", then cancel.

If you have trouble finding us at the start, please call my cell at 416-917-8866. If I don't answer, try again, as I may miss the first call.

John Burdett - City Walk Coordinator

No Drop hike (5km+) - Rouge Urban Park, Mast trail (29 Nov 2026)

Sun, 29 Nov 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Start Location: Twyn Rivers day use parking lot (Pickering side of the park)

https://www.google.com/maps/place/Rouge+National+Urban+Park,+Twyn+Rivers+Day+Use+Area/@43.8133341,-79.1572289,15.58z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x89d4d9788c56248f:0x352a205155f2039f!8m2!3d43.8141041!4d-79.1537042!16s%2Fg%2F11b6gnmpdx!5m1!1e3?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDIyNi4xIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D

Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49740380

Rouge National Urban Park, Mast Trail loop from parking lot Twyn Rivers parking lot. We will probably continue up part of the Orchard trail as well to extend the distance, depending on time. (Trails can be icy after snow. Participants are strongly recommended to wear ice grips for shoes and use hiking poles for safety. )

Washrooms may be available at start.

Feature: Rouge valley

Lunch after hike: The Black Dog pub

Hike Leader: Dave Yates

This is an No Drop level hike. If you are uncertain whether this level is appropriate to you, click here.

ARRIVE 15 MIN IN ADVANCE TO HELP MAKE SURE OUR HIKE STARTS ON TIME.

Please Register - Only REGISTRANTS are permitted to participate in this event.

If you have registered but can't attend, log in, click on "Already registered", then cancel.

Not a member but you want to try this out? Sign up for our 30 Day Trail membership and you can try out multiple TBN rides/events

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City Walk - (Thursday - Tentative) Location to be Determined (Fall 2026) (03 Dec 2026)

Thu, 03 Dec 2026 15:00:00 GMT

We tentatively plan on having a City Walk on this date. The start location, route and other information will be determined after the City Walk Planning Meeting (in August, September, or October).

We will meet at about 10:00 AM at a location to be determined, and the walk will begin at 10:10.

We have introduced a 30-Day-Trial membership class which allows "guests" to participate in most activities over the span of a 1-month period. We are accepting Guest registrations.

If you have not registered for the walk, you may NOT join the walk.

If you have registered but can't attend, log in, click on "Already registered", then cancel.

If you have trouble finding us at the start, please call my cell at 416-917-8866. If I don't answer, try again, as I may miss the first call.

John Burdett - City Walk Coordinator

City Walk - Location to be Determined (Fall 2026) (06 Dec 2026)

Sun, 06 Dec 2026 15:00:00 GMT

We will be doing a City Walk on this date. The start location, route and other information will be determined after the City Walk Planning Meeting (in August, September, or October).

We will meet at about 10:00 AM at a location to be determined, and the walk will begin at 10:10.

We have introduced a 30-Day-Trial membership class which allows "guests" to participate in most activities over the span of a 1-month period. We are accepting Guest registrations.

If you have not registered for the walk, you may NOT join the walk.

If you have registered but can't attend, log in, click on "Already registered", then cancel.

If you have trouble finding us at the start, please call my cell at 416-917-8866. If I don't answer, try again, as I may miss the first call.

John Burdett - City Walk Coordinator

Fall Hiking - Scotsdale Farm/Bennett Heritage Trail 13 km (06 Dec 2026)

Sun, 06 Dec 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Pictures by Kevin Anderson

This hike starts at Scotsdale farm which was an internationally renowned breeding farm for Arabian horses and shorthorn beef cattle. The farm is still a working farm and is managed by the Credit Valley Conservation Authority. There are lots of rolling hills, see the Great Esker, and numerous limestone rocks.his is winter hiking so please come prepared with proper clothing, fTootwear and crampon style icers

Please keep in mind that this is Winter Hiking so come prepared with proper clothing, footwear and crampon style icers.

Please Register - Only REGISTRANTS are permitted to participate

If you have registered but can't attend, log in, click on "Already Registered", then cancel.

Not a member but you want to try this out? Sign up for our 30 Day Trial membership and you can try out multiple TBN events

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Distance: 13 km

Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34862220

Pace: Moderate (~3.5 km/hr)

Terrain: Moderate - some hills and/or poor footing. Depending on the weather conditions it will be advisable to bring icers and/or hiking poles

Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/place/Scotsdale+Farm/@43.6838257,-79.9875138,13.67z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x882b0cf304d0ab1b:0xe9fc33925e8da6c9!8m2!3d43.6881076!4d-79.9896464

Leader: Rick MacMillan

City Walk - (Thursday - Tentative) Location to be Determined (Fall 2026) (10 Dec 2026)

Thu, 10 Dec 2026 15:00:00 GMT

We tentatively plan on having a City Walk on this date. The start location, route and other information will be determined after the City Walk Planning Meeting (in August, September, or October).

We will meet at about 10:00 AM at a location to be determined, and the walk will begin at 10:10.

We have introduced a 30-Day-Trial membership class which allows "guests" to participate in most activities over the span of a 1-month period. We are accepting Guest registrations.

If you have not registered for the walk, you may NOT join the walk.

If you have registered but can't attend, log in, click on "Already registered", then cancel.

If you have trouble finding us at the start, please call my cell at 416-917-8866. If I don't answer, try again, as I may miss the first call.

John Burdett - City Walk Coordinator

City Walk - Location to be Determined (Fall 2026) (13 Dec 2026)

Sun, 13 Dec 2026 15:00:00 GMT

We will be doing a City Walk on this date. The start location, route and other information will be determined after the City Walk Planning Meeting (in August, September, or October).

We will meet at about 10:00 AM at a location to be determined, and the walk will begin at 10:10.

We have introduced a 30-Day-Trial membership class which allows "guests" to participate in most activities over the span of a 1-month period. We are accepting Guest registrations.

If you have not registered for the walk, you may NOT join the walk.

If you have registered but can't attend, log in, click on "Already registered", then cancel.

If you have trouble finding us at the start, please call my cell at 416-917-8866. If I don't answer, try again, as I may miss the first call.

John Burdett - City Walk Coordinator

Fall Hiking - Jokers Hill/Thornton Bales - 10 km (13 Dec 2026)

Sun, 13 Dec 2026 15:00:00 GMT

THIS WILL BE THE LAST HIKE OF 2026. PLEASE SEE THE EVENT LIST FOR THE 2026 SCHEDULE

HAPPY HOLIDAYS

Jokers Hill is a property managed as a research area by the University of Toronto and that coupled with the trails at Thornton Bales Conservation area make it a great place to go hiking. There are lots of elevation changes which make the trails both interesting and challenging and it is relatively close to the city although as with most other places parking can be a challenge.

WINTER HIKING

Please keep in mind that Winter Hiking is different than Fall Hiking. Proper clothing + footwear + crampon style icers are a must for any hike. Icers may not be required but should be available in your pack if necessary.

Please Register - Only REGISTRANTS are permitted to participate in this event.

If you have registered but can't attend, log in, click on "Already registered", then cancel.

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Distance: 9.5 km

Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38382145

Pace: Moderate (~3.5 km/hr)

Terrain: Moderate - rocky with hills and/or poor footing.

Directions:https://www.google.com/maps/place/Jokers+Hill/@44.0409515,-79.5071532,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x882ad1f1064c02ef:0xe19d3a2f9004a0a7!8m2!3d44.0409515!4d-79.5045729!16s%252Fg%252F11l8gdszgv?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MTIwNy4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D

City Walk - (Thursday - Tentative) Location to be Determined (Fall 2026) (17 Dec 2026)

Thu, 17 Dec 2026 15:00:00 GMT

We tentatively plan on having a City Walk on this date. The start location, route and other information will be determined after the City Walk Planning Meeting (in August, September, or October).

We will meet at about 10:00 AM at a location to be determined, and the walk will begin at 10:10.

We have introduced a 30-Day-Trial membership class which allows "guests" to participate in most activities over the span of a 1-month period. We are accepting Guest registrations.

If you have not registered for the walk, you may NOT join the walk.

If you have registered but can't attend, log in, click on "Already registered", then cancel.

If you have trouble finding us at the start, please call my cell at 416-917-8866. If I don't answer, try again, as I may miss the first call.

John Burdett - City Walk Coordinator

City Walk - Location to be Determined (Fall 2026) (20 Dec 2026)

Sun, 20 Dec 2026 15:00:00 GMT

We will be doing a City Walk on this date. The start location, route and other information will be determined after the City Walk Planning Meeting (in August, September, or October).

We will meet at about 10:00 AM at a location to be determined, and the walk will begin at 10:10.

We have introduced a 30-Day-Trial membership class which allows "guests" to participate in most activities over the span of a 1-month period. We are accepting Guest registrations.

If you have not registered for the walk, you may NOT join the walk.

If you have registered but can't attend, log in, click on "Already registered", then cancel.

If you have trouble finding us at the start, please call my cell at 416-917-8866. If I don't answer, try again, as I may miss the first call.

John Burdett - City Walk Coordinator

Hairshirt Training Ride - 200k - Around Lake Simcoe (13 Jun 2027)

Sun, 13 Jun 2027 11:00:00 GMT

This is a 200km Training Ride for the Hairshirt Double Century

This 200 km ride, two weeks before the main Hairshirt event, is the recommended training distance for Hairshirt.

Start location: Bradford GO Station
Driving directions: Click here
Ride leader: Anthony Ndirangu

Facilities: There is Wendy's for bathroom across the street from GO Station.

Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42568285

This is a Sportif level ride. To check if this level is appropriate to you, click here and scroll down to Class - Sportif. If Sportif is your skill level, then you should feel comfortable on this ride.

If there is any chance you will still be riding after 8:00 pm, you must have lights, front and rear.

Toronto-Niagara-Toronto Hairshirt Classic Double Century (27 Jun 2027)

Sun, 27 Jun 2027 10:00:00 GMT

Registration will close on Thursday June 24th 2027.

The group departs Square One (Duke of York Blvd and Burnhamthorpe Rd) at 6:00 AM. Plan to arrive by 5:30 AM at Mississauga Celebration Square to sign in, find your group, and get in the group picture at 5:50 AM. You have until midnight to complete the ride. A set of lights is mandatory for those participants who finish after dusk (past the 13.5 hour mark).

Check out the main Hairshirt page for more information including links to get GPS files, and PDF files for printing your own map and cue sheets.

Start location map.

Leaders Choice: Waterfront Imperial Century. Registration opens Aug 11 (11 Sep 2027)

Sat, 11 Sep 2027 11:30:00 GMT

This Imperial Century follows Lake Ontario toward Hamilton and then returns for a total distance of 100 miles.

Starting in Sunnybrook Park where you can park your car for free, we will ride south along the Don River to the Martin Goodman Trail and take the Waterfront Trail and Lakeshore Blvd through Burlington and onto the beautiful Hamilton Beach Trail. The turnaround point is Confederation Park near Stoney Creek. That's 50 miles. Then we retrace back to Sunnybrook Park to complete the Century.

Start location: Sunnybrook Park Serena Gundy parking lot.

The entrance to the park is near Eglinton & Leslie

Serena Gundy parking lot is to your left, the main Sunnybrook Park is to the right in this picture. At this point, you will have just passed the Public Bathroom. See below.

Route: Imperial Century: Sunnybrook 2 Stoney Creek and back

Ride Leader: Ash Nalim

Only registrants are permitted to join the ride. If have registered and then find out you can't come, please cancel your registration.

Check the website before you head to the start in case the event is cancelled or rescheduled at the organizer's discretion.

This is an Tourist level ride. To check if this level is for you, click here and scroll down to Classifications / Tourist.

Return to Cycling Master Template Event (31 Dec 2027)

Fri, 31 Dec 2027 14:00:00 GMT

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Check the website 2 hours before the start time - the ride could be rescheduled or cancelled at the discretion of the organizers.

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Greg's Test Event (10 Dec 2030)

Tue, 10 Dec 2030 05:00:00 GMT

Telephone city ramble

Labour Day Long Weekend

Saturday, September 2 to Monday, September 4, 2023

Registration Opens Saturday, July 8th at 8 am

Cutoff for registration will be July 30, 2023.

We will explore the various paths and byways of Brant County where the TBN has never been before. An unbelievable variety of quiet roads to explore just a short distance from Toronto. This is the perfect trip for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers.

Accommodations

Participants will be staying at the Best Western Brantford Hotel and Conference Centre. The price per person for a double room for two nights is $170. Price includes a buffet breakfast and use of the pool, hot tub, fitness center, and high-speed internet. If you would like a single room, please contact the trip organizer, Dennis as there may be a limited number available for $340 .

Cycling

Saturday we will ride around the Mount Pleasant area south of Brantford. Terrain is small rolling hills on winding roads and some paved bike paths. We will visit a phenomenal farm market and a microbrewery. Sunday we will visit the historic town of Paris and ride northwest to Ayr. Flat roads to start followed by some hills. Monday is devoted to exploring the Grand River valley down to Caledonia. Daily distances from 40 kms to 75kms. Bike paths used on the Saturday and Sunday. Click here for the RideWithGPS routes.

For any questions please contact the trip organizer Dennis Szilvasy, dennisszilvasy@gmail.com. If you would like to share your room with a specific roommate, please let Dennis know.