Free for everyone. Non-TBN members are welcome to join, and there is no cost to sign-up. Everyone needs to pay for their own share of the pool table for the evening. Table fee is approx. $25/Hr for Billiard, $30 for Snooker, maximum of 4 players per table. Please register for organizing the event.
Location:
301 Ellesmere Rd, Scarborough, ON M1R 4E4
Event Organizer: Paul Min
Please register for organizing the event.
If you are unable to attend please cancel your registration.
Check the website 2 hours before the start time in case of updates.
Meet at about 10:00 AM at Christie Station (Line 2, Bloor-Danforth), just inside or outside the main doors, facing Christie Street. We will begin the walk at 10:10 sharp.
Ken will lead us on a walk through the Annex and nearby areas which will take place on city streets, and paved and unpaved trails through parks (specifically Nordheimer Ravine). Please wear shoes or boots suitable for the weather and terrain.
The full distance will be about 9.2 Km. There will be several early exit points, washrooms at several locations, and at the end there is a planned lunch stop at Madras Masala South Indian restaurant.
Early exits and other points of interest along the way include:
The route is available on Ride with GPS at https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49343081.
There is now a scheduled outage to subway service on Line 1 between Lawrence West and St George stations on Saturday and Sunday. Shuttle buses will be available, so allow extra time to reach the start if this affects your travel plans. Please check https://www.ttc.ca/service-advisories/subway-service#e=0 for any changes.
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, for a fee of $10.
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 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. Please check before leaving for the walk.
If you have trouble finding us at the start, please call my cell at 416-917-8866. If I do not answer, try again a few times, as I may not hear the ringer
REMINDER: A mask and hand sanitizer are recommended.
For more information check the TBN website under PROGRAMS - FALL/WINTER - CITY WALKS (https://tbn.ca/programs/fallwinter/citywalks) for a description of the City Walk program. If you have any questions, email me at citywalks@tbn.ca.
John Burdett - City Walk Coordinator
At this time, we are accepting "Non-Member" registrations.
Keep in mind that this is winter hiking. Please come prepared with the proper clothing, footwear and crampon style icers.
picture by Kevin Anderson
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.
Hike Leader: Dave Gagne
Start Location: parking lot, Dawes Road.
Note: no washroom available at starting point.
Route:5.6k Taylor Creek No Drop Hike
Taylor Creek out and back from Dawes Road parking lot (Trail can be icy after snow. For safety, participants are strongly recommended to wear ice grips for shoes and poles. )
Feature: beautiful winter views of river, well maintained path, mixed paved and unpaved surface
Lunch after hike: 488 Cosburn BOCA Brunch
Hike Leader: Dave Yates
Sweep: Alice Chan
This is an No Drop level hike. If you are uncertain whether this level is appropriate to you, click here.
Sign up if you are coming for the hike. You cannot join without registration.
Non members are welcome.
ARRIVE 15 MIN IN ADVANCE TO HELP MAKE SURE OUR HIKE STARTS ON TIME.
We are riding around the Champs Élysées of Paris on the surprisingly non-flat cobbled road.
Join us on this casual ride with chat provided via Discord. We will be enabling the "Keep Everyone Together" option, so no one will be dropped.
Duration: 60 min Distance: ~28 km Elevation: ~180m
Route: Lutece Express
Ride Leader: Martin Lansche
Communications: Discord - https://discord.gg/bbhsZ3w
Joining the Zwift "TBN Club": TBN Zwift Events are available to members of the Zwift club "TBN". To become a member, follow "Martin Lansche (TBN)" within Zwift, and he will send you an invitation to join the TBN club. Once you are a member you can see all future TBN club events in Zwift and will be able to sign up to these events.
Signing up for the Ride:
Using the Zwift Companion App,
Joining a Ride you have Signed Up for:
Method 1: Start Riding anywhere in Zwift 5-10 minutes before the start of the event. You will be asked at approximately 5 minutes before the start if you want to join. Let the timer expire and you will be moved to the start pen for the ride.
Method 2: As in Method 1, but with the Companion App, when prompted click "Join Event"
Method 3: Start Zwift, and choose your signed up ride from the list of upcoming events. You will be moved to the start pen for the ride.
Late start is enabled. You should be able to join a ride within the first 30 minutes.
January Pub Quiz
You are invited to attend the monthly trivia night at The Prenup Pub on Tuesday, January 28. Please register before Sunday, January 26 at midnight.
The Prenup Pub is one of the best pubs in the city. It’s a Belgian style pub with a wonderful atmosphere, great food, and extraordinary draft beer, all at reasonable prices. In fact, the atmosphere is actually free! The draft beer list consists of 70 quality brews, of which most are European. There is also a sizeable wine list. The food menu is also extensive and also mostly European, with French, Belgian, Italian and German specialties. There are also quite a few vegetarian and vegan dishes.
The schedule for the evening is as follows:
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.
The Prenup Pub is conveniently located at 191 College Street, just a five-minute walk west of Queen’s Park subway station. There also is street parking available, especially on McCaul Street. We will be on ground floor of the pub, on your right as you walk in (next to the bar). View the map here.
Questions or concerns please contact Ken Lackman, Social Director at social@tbn.ca.
HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!
This ride will be 1 lap of the Three Little Sisters, which climbs the 3 smaller KOMs in Watopia. We TBNers will be chatting on the usual Discord channel. There will be no rubber band in effect.
Distance: 38 km Duration: ~ 90 min Elevation: 435m
Route: Three Little Sisters
Joining the Zwift "TBN Club": TBN Zwift Events are available to members of the Zwift club "TBN". To become a member, follow "Martin Lansche (TBN)" within Zwift, and he will send you an invitation to join of the TBN club. Once you are a member you can see all future TBN club events in Zwift and will be able to sign up to these events.
Each year, Zwift hosts a multi week set of rides they call the Tour de Zwift. They provide a great overview of Zwift routes. For details about the entire Tour de Zwift click here.
This year, Stage 4's rides are the "Mountain stages". There are 3 levels of difficulty - A, B, and C. Join whichever group you want. Regardless of which group you ride with, we will be communicating over Discord.
You must first register for the Tour de Zwift. If you have not already done so, click here.
Unlike our regular club rides, these rides are globally available to everyone on Zwift. You must register for each Event yourself. You can do this using the Zwift Companion App (details below), or from the Zwift website.
There will be no rubber band in effect.
Ride Leader: None - this is a Tour de Zwift event.
Rider registration using the Zwift Companion App:
Room Allocations (updated manually with each registration)
Double Bed 1A Ken Lackman
Double Bed 1B Lin Tong
Double Bed 2A Anneli Andre-Barrett
Double Bed 2B Greg Andre-Barrett
Single Bed 2 Anna Soltyk
Single Bed 3 Silvia Franz
Single Bed 5 Zuzana Capar
Single Bed 6 Rebick, Sue
Single Bed 7 Tracy Zason
Queen Bed 8 Randy Domm
Single Bed 9 Dawn Domm
BUNKHOUSES (Loon to Right, Bear in Front - West faces highway 60)
also see: TBN Wolf Den webpage (one space available in men's cabin for a man and two spaces in female cabin))
Stay at the rustic Wolf Den Hostel and Nature Retreat near Algonquin Park, from Friday evening to Sunday. Cross Country Ski, Snowshoe, or Hike each day. Because of the facility and the options available, this is an "any weather" weekend trip.
Please register online for this outing.
You can pay PayPal or e-transfer to treasurer@tbn.ca.
For more information (2020 cancellation policy):
Information PDF: InformationWolfDen2025
When you register and complete payment, you will receive an automated email with a link to download a Confirmation document providing directions to the Hostel, an itinerary, and some extra information. Please book before Sunday, 21 January 2025.
Plates, cups, cutlery, pillows, bedding, linens, and towels are all provided. Showers and washrooms are in the main lodge. You only need to bring clothing, winter gear, and something for the potluck dinner Saturday. Please do not forget to bring your food for 2 breakfasts and lunches as well as Friday meal as no catering is available. Hostel has enough refrigerators and all the cooking facilities.
While we will not directly organize car pooling, we will help in the process. See the information document for more details.
The hostel is about a three hour drive North from Toronto on Highways 400, 11, and 60.
From 2nd to 22nd of January please contact Jean at treasurer@tbn.ca, other days
Elena Balland 416 949 6597 (cell)
Email: experience@tbn.ca
Meet at around 10:00 AM at the Chess House in High Park. It is located about 20m south of Bloor St, and about 100m west of High Park Ave. We will begin the walk at 10:10 sharp.
We will be walking about 10 Km, and will end up at St Clair West Station on the University Line. We did a similar walk about a year ago, but this will be an entirely different route. There are washrooms at the start, in Chess House, we will stop for a coffee/washroom break around the middle, and there will be washrooms and restaurants near the end where we can stop for lunch or a snack.
Along the way will see a new innovation in affordable housing, the Little Malta neighbourhood, some railroad history, and the former location of Mike the Baker's Bakery and Ice Cream shop. We will stop for coffee and washrooms at Caledonia Bakery and Pastry.
The route will be mostly sidewalks and paved multi-use paths, but there will be a couple of short stretches on grass or gravel pathways, so please wear shoes or boots appropriate for the weather.
The closest public transit to the start is High Park Station. There is a scheduled outage with no subway service between St George and St Andrew stations, but please check https://www.ttc.ca/service-advisories/subway-service#e=0 in case there are any changes.
Points of interest and early exits along the way include:
The route is be available on Ride with GPS at https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49488231.
We are accepting Guest registrations.
REMINDER: A mask and hand sanitizer are required.
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.
For more information check the TBN website under PROGRAMS - FALL/WINTER - CITY WALKS (https://tbn.ca/programs/fallwinter/citywalks) for a description of the Winter Walk program. If you have any questions, email me at citywalks@tbn.ca.
Please Register - Only REGISTRANTS are permitted to participate in this event.
At this time, we are accepting "guest" registrations. Please see the TBN website for instructions on how to register as a guest.
Starting with the Terra Cotta side trail we will go west and cross over to the Silver Creek Conservation area using the Bruce Trail. The hike will include the Roberts Trail. There will be lots of hills, roots and rocks to be negotiated.
RWGPS Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34862228
Pace: 3.5 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate with some hills and/or poor footing
This is winter hiking. Please make sure you wear appropriate footwear including icers if necessary. Poles may also help
Driving Direction: Hwy 410 north - continue on Hwy 10 north. Turn left on King Street (9) and then right on Winston Churchill. Drive approximately 1 km to roadside parking when the Caledon Trailway intersects
Hike Leader: Don Caswell
Start Location: Newmarket Go Train Parking Lot, see picture
Route: 6.5K No Drop Hike Tom Taylor to Roger Reservoir easy walk from Go Station to Rogers Reservoir (For safety, participants are strongly recommended to wear ice grips for shoes and poles. )
Feature: Nice wintery view of East Holland River
Lunch after hike: Nigiri-Ya Japanese Restaurant 16700 Bayview #32
Hike Leader: Alice Chan
This year, Stage 5's rides all go around loops, but are finished with an "After Party" hill climb. There are 3 levels of difficulty - A, B, and C. Join whichever group you want. Regardless of which group you ride with, we will be communicating over Discord.
Hi Ice Skaters,
We will be skating at The Bentway Trail on Friday evening and going out to dinner after the ice skating.
Please, Now Register for Ice Skating. Guests are welcome. We are skating on public rinks. If you cannot attend, please cancel.
The Bentway trail is run by Bentway Conservancy and is in under the Gardener expressway. It's ice skating season is short.
Skate rentals are also available.
By car - Fort York parking lot is near by on the west side and there is on street parking.
By TTC - Take the subway to Bathurst station, then the 511 streetcar south to Fort York Blvd., and walk west to the rink. Or take the subway to Union station, then the 509 streetcar to Fleet St., and walk north to the rink.
We will skate for about an hour and half.
For first timers to ice skating, a TBN membership is not required. We skate on public rinks. You are welcome to join us for the skating and dinner after.
We will be doing a City Walk on this date. The start location, route and other information will be available before the start of the walk, but may not be announced until a few days before the walk. This allows us to select a route appropriate for the expected weather conditions, reflect current events, or other items of interest.
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).
We will meet at 10:00 AM at a location to be determined.
If you have any questions, email me at citywalks@tbn.ca.
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 in this event. At this time we are accepting "Non-Member" registrations
Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34862220
Terrain: Moderate - some hills and/or poor footing. Depending on the weather conditions it may 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: Tom Bissegger
February Dining Out: Peruvian
On Thursday, February 13, we will be dining out at El Inka, which is a great Peruvian restaurant.
Opened in March 2018, El Inka is a family-owned restaurant offering authentic Peruvian cuisine. Its goal is to immerse guests in a full Peruvian experience, showcasing the unique and diverse flavors of this South American country. Originally from Miami, El Inka blends upscale dining with a casual, friendly atmosphere. With its extensive menu, there's something for everyone to enjoy around the table.
According to a respected food critic, who is also the communications director of a large Toronto cycling club, El Inka is one of the best restaurants in the GTA. You can view the menu and 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, February 11 at midnight.
El Inka is located at 21 St. Clair Avenue East, which is beside the St. Clair subway station (south side entrance). View the map here.
Questions or suggestions for other restaurants, please contact Ken Lackman, Social Director at social@tbn.ca.
This year, Stage 6's rides all long rides. There are 3 levels of difficulty - A, B, and C. Join whichever group you want. Regardless of which group you ride with, we will be communicating over Discord.
Please Register - Only REGISTRANTS are permitted to participate in this event. At this time, we are accepting "Non-Member" registrations.
Picture by Kevin Anderson
Duffins Trail/Greenwood Conservation
The Greenwood Trail is a a moderately trafficked loop trail near Pickering. The trail follows Duffin's Creek and has lots of elevation changes which can be quite challenging in winter even with icers. The terrain is quite pretty and it will be a trail that you remember.
Distance: 11 km
Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38121681
Terrain: Moderate - rocky with hills and/or poor footing. PLEASE KEEP IN MIND THAT WINTER HIKING IS DIFFERENT THAN FALL HIKING AND YOU NEED TO PREPARE ACCORDINGLY. Proper footwear including Crampon style icers are strongly recommended.
Directions: https://www.google.ca/maps/place/Greenwood+Conservation+Area,+Northwest+Entrance/@43.9050526,-79.0768795,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x89d520e540ddf2e3:0x5328b140ac1e0fda!8m2!3d43.9050428!4d-79.0763715
Parking is at a premium so please do not be late and find yourself scrambling for a parking spot. There may be a 6.00 charge to park
Hike Leader: Kevin Anderson
Free for everyone. Non-TBN members are welcome to attend; and there is no cost to sign-up.
Please register for the event. Only registrants will be allowed to attend.
To cancel your registration if you have registered and you are unable to attend, click on "Already registered" and then click on "Cancel".
This is a book-your-own motel overnight trips. You can come for 1 to 4 days. Individual sign-up is required for each day.
Bring snow shoes, winter hiking gears, cross country skis and boots, gloves
Day 1 - FRI Feb 21- Snowshoeing
1 PM: meet at PARKING LOT P2 : 2k Stubb's Fall ( Green );
MEALS ARRANGEMENT:
LUNCH- Bring your own sandwiches and snacks ( Tim Hortons - 2 spots - located at 180 West Rd, Huntsville, and 1 Capstone Ln, Huntsville)
DINNER: 7PM
FRI: East Side Mario's, 111 Howland Dr, Huntsville
Accommodation: book your own hotel/motel. There are a few choices at Huntsville if you don't want to stay at the Arrowhead Inn, I have booked Huntsville Inn and will arrive a day in advance to check out everything.
****BUY YOUR PARKING PERMIT IN ADVANCE
For safety, participants are strongly recommended to wear ice grips for shoes and poles.
Day 2 - meet at P2, ski to Point C, clockwise around Arrowhead Lake , 5.1K Cross Country Skiing - , Route see picture below
BREAKFAST 8:30AM- Stacked Pancake & Breakfast House Huntsville, 111 Howland Dr, Huntsville, ON (M-S, 7am to 3pm)
SAT: Chuck's Roadhouse Bar and Grill
Accommodation: book your own hotel/motel. There are a few choices at Huntsville if you don't want to stay at the Arrowhead Inn. I have booked Huntsville Inn ***BUY YOUR PARKING PERMIT IN ADVANCE
Dancing on the Danforth 10
Our next DOD night out will be on Saturday, February 22nd with a very special band. The Tim Bovaconti Band played the TBN AGM in November, and was a big hit with all who attended. Come for a fun night of socializing and/or dancing with other members and their guests.
Noonan's Irish Pub at 141 Danforth is very conveniently located just a very short walk away from Broadview Subway Station. The band starts at 9:30, but we recommend that you get there between 8:00 and 8:30 to get a seat. There is NO COVER for this show!
This is event is open to all TBN members and their guests.
Watch the band here.
View the map here.
This is winter hiking so please come prepared with proper clothing including footwear and crampon style icers.
The Palgrave Forest and Wildlife Area (PFWA) is a green space located in Peel Region. The property supports a diversity of primarily forest vegetation and is a popular recreation destination on the Oak Ridges Moraine. We will be doing two loops with varying landscapes of forests, meadows, watercourses, wetlands and ponds. It is possible that you will meet mountain bikers on these trails but my experience has been they are few and far between.
Distance: 12 km
RWGPS Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38612562
Terrain: Moderate - rocky with hills and/or poor footing. Depending on the weather poles or icers may be needed. This is a strenuous hike so please make sure your physical abilities are up to the demands of the hike.
Directions: Parking as usual this year is at a premium. We will be parking in a lot at the the start of the trail. Please get there 15 minutes early in case there are complications.
Directions: https://www.google.ca/maps/place/Duffy%E2%80%99s+Palgrave+Lot/@43.9522704,-79.860463,17z/data=!4m8!1m2!3m1!2sDuffy%E2%80%99s+Palgrave+Lot!3m4!1s0x882ae365f8fb9b85:0xfa654adb90968e84!8m2!3d43.9510928!4d-79.859137
Hike Leaders: John Anderson
Day 3 : Cross Country Skiing -meet at P5
AM East River 3.5k, PM - Roe Classic 2k
SUN: Osmow's Shawama - 17 Hanes Rd, Huntsville
Accommodation: book your own hotel/motel. There are a few choices at Huntsville if you don't want to stay at the Arrowhead Inn,. I have booked Huntsville inn and will arrive a day in advance to check out everything. ****BUY YOUR PARK PERMIT IN ADVANCE
This is a book-your-own motel overnight trips. You can come for 1 to 4 days. Individual sign-up is required for each day. Email me at No-drop@tbn.ca if you have any questions.
Day 4 - meet at P3, 2k Mayflower Lake Snow Shoeing
, leave at noon for lunch before driving back
Accommodation: book your own hotel/motel. There are a few choices at Huntsville if you don't want to stay at the Arrowhead Inn. I have booked Huntsville Inn and will arrive a day in advance to check out everything. ****BUY YOUR PARK PERMIT IN ADVANCE
We be looking at the structures from the Winter Stations international design competition on Woodbine Beach. The start location, route and other information will be available before the start of the walk, but may not be announced until a few days before the walk. This allows us to select a route appropriate for the expected weather conditions, reflect current events, or other items of interest.
Join us for the TNTO 2025 information. A free information session taking place at Bike Depot's brand new Leaside store.
After a two-year hiatus, Toronto Niagara Toronto Overnight (TNTO) event is back! Whether you're a seasoned participant or considering joining for the first time, this is your chance to:
Learn all about the history of this iconic TBN overnight trip and what is new this year.
Share and gather training tips and advice from fellow cyclists.
Explore the routes, discuss key stops for refueling, and get tips to prepare for the ride.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect with the TNTO community and get ready for a great weekend. See you there!
Free for everyone. Non-TBN members are welcome to attend: and there is no cost to sign-up.
Attendees are welcome to purchase bicycle accessories at 10% discount, and can bring in their bicycle for Services at 20% discount during the event.
Directly after the information session, join us for chicken wings and great conversations at Duff’s Famous Wings.
Event Organizer: Carlos Ramos and Vicky Laurens
Scotsdale Farm is a TBN favourite hiking area but this is a new route. It starts at in the main lot at Scotsdale Farm and goes in the reverse direction of what we have done in the past.
Scotsdale Farm 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.
Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38276961
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: Bran Brcic
Nobleton Community Centre to Schomberg
Nobleton is a closer start location to Toronto than Schomberg, so we can have a good ride and still have lunch in Schomberg. N.B. Grackle Coffee is closed on Monday and Tuesday. The alternate lunch stop is Tim Hortons.
Start location: Nobleton Community Centre
Routes: 56, 68, 70 (Trailway), 88, 105 km
Disregard the "Surfaces" shown on the RWGPS maps. Most of those formerly gravel roads are now paved.
Ride Leader: _
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 of updates.
This is a Tourist level ride. To check if this ride is for you, click here.
More on Program-X. View upcoming rides on the program page. How to be added to the mailing list, how to contact the coordinator. Click here.
We see a lot of the Credit River on this ride which was inspired by an article in the Toronto Star about a "crafty" tour of villages along the Credit River.
Start location: Lloyd Wilson Centennial Arena in Inglewood.
Bike routes: 56 km and 71 km: click here
Please register. 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 a Tourist level ride. If you are uncertain whether this level is appropriate to you, click here. If Tourist is your skill level, then you should feel comfortable on this ride.
Parking at Inglewood arena.
Alton Mill Arts Centre - Artist studios
Lake Ontario to Lake Simcoe and return, bikepacking
Registration is open. No payment required when registering. Cost $115 per person (double occupancy with free breakfast) is payable day before event by e-transfer to greg.andrebarrett@gmail.com.
Any questions please contact the tour leader Greg Andre-Barrett at weekendtrips@tbn.ca.
Summary:
To see if this trip is for you, I recommend you read Michael Nyby's article about his route and his trip along it with photographs on Bikepacking Ontario at the link below. Base on his article I advise that you should use a mountain bike (min 2" tires) or gravel bike (min 43mm tires), and like riding unpaved trails, and at least 125kms in a day. You can and should pack light as we will be staying at a hotel and there are places to eat and drink along the route.
https://www.bikepackingontario.com/lake-to-lake.html
Easily accessible via public transit from Toronto, this overnight loop is a great way for riders in the GTA to get away for the weekend…if they like riding gravel and trails. Utilizing the extensive trail networks through the York and Durham regions, the course winds its way through 240 kilometres of Ontario countryside. You'll ride a variety of hiking trail, horse trail, rail trail, mountain bike singletrack, and a variety of back roads. Each day is technically challenging with a number of steep off-road sections, so about two-inch (50mm) width tires are recommended.
Itinerary: Day 1 Pickering Lake Ontario to Jackson’s Point Lake Simcoe:
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49479901
Distance 125 km. Elevation 768 m. Unpaved 69%.
7:30am The ride starts at the Pickering GO Station, so riders can easily take transit from Toronto to the start (and end) of the trip.
Day one front loads all of the technical trail sections, as you'll link up the Duffins Trail, Greenwood Conservation Area, Claremont Nature Centre, and Durham Forest with just a few kilometres of road in between.
65.7 km: Uxbridge: Lunch at The Bar Cafe.
The second half of the day consists of about 30 kilometres of continuous rail trail and 25 km on a mix of gravel and paved country roads as you make your way to Sibbald Point.
125 km: Ramada by Wyndham Jackson's Point, 49 Lorne St, Jacksons Point, ON L0E 1N0
Cancellation cost until April 24, 2025 11:59 PM: CAD 0
Day 2 Jackson’s Point Lake Simcoe to Pickering Lake Ontario:
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49479996
Distance 112 km. Elevation 658 m. Unpaved 51%.
Free Breakfast at Ramada.
Day two starts with a leisurely spin along the shores of Lake Simcoe followed by a rip through some of Sutton's ATV trails. These trails turn into a literal swamp if it's been wet, so we only recommend riding through this section if you're going in the late summer. About 10 kms into the Zephyr-Sutton Rail Trail, riders have the option of taking a right on Ravenshoe Road to explore the trails of the Brown Hill Tract, or continue straight down the Rail Trail to its terminus just north of the lunch stop in Mount Albert.
35.5 km: Mount Albert: Morning snack at Lighthouse Cafe.
After Mount Albert the route links up a number of tracts in the York Regional Forest system. Trails through here range from smooth crushed-gravel dualtrack to sandy horse trails to rutted out technical mountain-bike oriented singletrack. There are plenty of optional loops to explore,
63 km: Ballantrae. Lunch at Nonno Crupi's Pizza.
Save your energy because you'll still have to tackle some tough climbs through the meadows around Musselman Lake and the route ends with a rip down the challenging but extremely rewarding Seaton Hiking Trail.
75 km: Shoppers Drug Mart; Pizza Hut.
112 km: Trains from Pickering GO back into Toronto run every half hour so you might even make it home for dinner.
A ride starting in Inglewood, just off of Hwy 10. We begin riding toward Caledon East on the Caledon Trailway and cross 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.
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.
Parking at Inglewood arena
Bike route: Ingle-Erin 66k (Ingelwood to Erin 66 km)There are 16 km of gravel roads + trails on this route.
Climbing switchback on Forks of the Credit Road
Elora - Cataract Trailway at Mississauga Rd
The gravel indications below have been edited, and are correct.
This weekend is a chance to get the 2025 cycling season off to a great start by joining one of TBN’s most popular rides along the quiet roads and off-road paved trails of the Niagara Region. This year we have 34 spots - note that this trip sold out quickly in previous years.
Note that as these are no-drop rides, all riders are expected to be able to maintain a comfortable pace of 18 kms per hour or higher. You are also expected to ride with a spare inner tube in the event of a flat and also to be able to change your tire.
Accommodations
We’ll once again stay at the comfortable Niagara College residence near Niagara-on-the-Lake. You’ll have your own bedroom in a shared suite, complete with a shared full bathroom and shared kitchenette, including a refrigerator. Note a change in room furnishings from previous years. In each suite, one bedroom has a double bed, desk with chair and satellite TV. The second bedroom has two single loft over desk/bunk style beds.
There is a Tim Hortons and McDonald's in the large outlet mall, just a three-minute drive or ride away. For people looking to keep costs down, consider bringing your own supplies for breakfasts.
Note that given the shared bathroom and common area, attendees will be invited to select the other TBN member with whom they would like to share the suite.
Friday May 16 Warmup Ride
For those who can get away early, as in past years on Friday afternoon at 2 pm we will once again start with an optional warmup ride along the bike path from Niagara on the Lake to Niagara Falls and back, covering about 50 kms.
Friday’s ride will be followed by a group supper on the patio at Play Bar & Grille at the White Oaks Resort, which is located nearby. Alternatively you are welcome to organize informal group dinners at restaurants in the area.
Saturday May 17
Saturday’s rides feature long and short distances and run along the little-known paved off-road trail beside the Welland Canal, with a stop for lunch along the way.
After their ride, participants are invited to meet for an informal get together and beer at the Niagara College Teaching Brewery, located next the location where we are staying. Each participant will receive a $15 gift card for the beverage of your choice and there will also be snacks courtesy of TBN. Alternatively, participants can visit Niagara on the Lake or do a winetasting at one of the nearby wineries.
This will be followed by pizza, salad and dessert in the patio area outside the Niagara College dining room. Pizza and soft drinks will be supplied. In addition, we’ll be asking people to bring a salad or dessert. Please bring your own main course if you don’t like pizza, as well as anything stronger than pop to drink.
Something else to bear in mind is that in past years some members followed this by a drive to Niagara Falls to watch the fireworks over the gorge.
Sunday May 18
Sunday’s rides (again, long and short) begin from a remote start 15 minutes away in Niagara Falls along the paved trail beside the Niagara River Parkway – with a stop for lunch enroute.
For anyone interested, we’ll again be convening at the Niagara College Teaching Brewery after we get back.
Sunday evening will feature group suppers at local restaurants, with a variety of cuisines and price points to choose from. Last year these dinners were very popular.
Monday May 19
Monday is your chance to join a final short early morning ride, do some hiking along the Bruce Trail, visit the Outlet Mall nearby or tour some wineries. To beat long weekend traffic, most riders head home by noon.
For anyone wanting to come out a day early or to extend your stay, contact Niagara College directly to make a reservation, mentioning that you are part of the TBN group staying from Friday to Sunday nights.
Overall logistics:
This ride is limited to members of TBN.
To specify the person who will be sharing your room, once you’ve both registered send an email to dan.richards@rotman.utoronto.ca
An attempt will be made to match anyone who needs a ride with those able to offer a ride. The suggested compensation for members providing a ride is $25 in each direction.
Your fee of $295 per person gives you
access to trip planning and maps
pizza and pop for the Saturday evening potluck
a $15 gift card for Niagara Brewery with snacks on Saturday afternoon
three nights’ accommodation on Friday, Saturday and Sunday (includes your own bedroom, towels, sheets, blankets). All meals except for the Saturday potluck are extra.
Should you need to cancel, provided that your room can be filled from members on the waiting list you will receive a refund less a $50 cancellation fee.
For any questions please contact Dan Richards at dan.richards@rotman.utoronto.ca
Victoria Day 200km Lake-to-Lake Training Ride for the Hairshirt Double Century
Start location: Victoria Square Driving directions: Click here Ride leader: Paul Min
Facilities: There is bathroom at Victoria Square .
Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46600771
It's a very beautiful ride with no cars (except near towns). Lakeridge Ski area is very beautiful, there is bit of hard packed gravel section 3km that cannot be avoided (I tried, and that was most unpleasant experience with narrow shoulders with cars traveling 80k+)
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.
This Butter Tart ride has been very well received in the past and the butter tarts are beyond delicious and the tarts are as good as Dar's Delights tarts!
Take a look at Jo Koga's blog on this ride - click here.
This ride takes us from the Campbellville CarPool lot to Puslinch through the rolling countryside around Campbellville. Lunch is at the Tigchelaar Farm Market (268 Puslinch Townline Rd., tel: 905-659-3659. Open Friday 8-12 and Saturday 8-3. Cash or e-transfer.)
Start location: Campbellville CarPool Lot on Reid Sideroad across the road from the New Ball Park.
Routes: 57, 70, 82, 98 km
Ride Leader: Vicky Laurens
Please register - Only registrants are permitted to participate in this ride.
This is a Tourist level ride. To check if this level is appropriate to you, click here and scroll down to Class - Tourist.
NOTES: Please note the only place for food & water is the Tigchelaar Farm Market at 41.3km (57km route) / 53.8km (70, 82, 98 km routes).
There is a portable washroom at the Badenoch Soccer Field (Watson Rd & Wellington Road 36) at 35.2km (57km route) / 47.7km (70, 82, 98km routes).
Please also note that if you are planning to ride these routes on another day, the Tigchelaar Farm Market is open only on Fri/Sat
First Day 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: Paul Min
Facilities: There is Wendy's for bathroom across the street from GO Station.
Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42568285 (map updated June 3, 2024)
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Campbellville to Rockton Fairly flat route, with a descent and a climb approaching Kilbride.
Start location: CarPool Lot, Reid Side Road, Campbellville. This is across the street from Campbellville New Park, where there are facilities.
Routes (courtesy Wednesday Wheelies): 74 km and 87 km
Ride Leader: Rick MacMillan
Lunch stop: Rockton Berry Farm. Seating is outdoors.
Rockton Berry Farm
JUNE 14-15, 2025
Member registration opens January 18th
Non member registration opens February 1st
Registration closes on May 10th
We are thrilled to announce that the Toronto Niagara Toronto Overnight (TNTO) trip is back for its 28th year, taking place in June 14-15 2025! Please review the main TNTO page before registering for more details including links to get GPS files, and PDF files for printing your own map and cue sheets.
We will offer two routes from Toronto to Niagara Falls on Saturday: 165km and 200km, plus a 90km option from Stoney Creek to Niagara Falls. Sunday's return ride is 172km to Toronto and 100km to Stoney Creek.
For those starting from Toronto: Our luggage van will arrive at the parking lot of the plaza on Dundas West just south of Bloor Street (Dundas West Station area) at 7:00 a.m. Parking lots is across 2299 Dundas St West. Go to the van to check in and drop your bag. All cyclists should leave the parking lot by 7:45 a.m.
For those starting at Stoney Creek: Our luggage van will arrive at the parking lot at 26 Arrowsmith Rd, Hamilton, ON L8E 4H8 (Hamilton Child and Family Supports formerly the Children’s Aid Society) in Stoney Creek at approximately 9:00 a.m. Go to the van to check in and drop your bag. All cyclists should leave the parking lot by 9:30 a.m.
The basic price of $150 per member includes RWGPS routes, luggage transfer and motel accommodation and is based on two people sharing a room. We also offer a limited number of single rooms at a higher price point. For those interested in seeking alternative accommodation, there will be a limited number of luggage transfer for a fee ($35); please note luggage will be transfer to the main hotel only. Non-members pay $20 more. You can pay using PayPal or e-transfer to treasurer@tbn.ca
Our hotel this year is the Rodeway Inn Fallsview, located at 6663 Stanley Avenue, Niagara Falls, ON. (905) 354-2322. (NOT the Rodeway Inn & Suites on Lundy’s Lane.). Breakfast is not available at the hotel, but there are local options nearby including Tim Hortons. In previous years, some participants stopped at Niagara on the Lake for breakfast (this is approximately 24km from the start).
New this year: To ensure a safe, and enjoyable experience for all participants, TNTO will implement a Cycling Buddy approach. On best effort basis this system allows cyclists to pair with others who share a similar pace and riding style for the event. For more information, please refer to the “TNTO Cycling Buddy” before selecting this option during registration. By using this system, TNTO aims to enhance the ride experience while respecting individual abilities and fostering a spirit of community among participants.
Cancellation Policy: Cancellations are possible until May 31 if there is someone of your gender on the waiting list who can take your spot. You will receive a full refund, minus a $20 cancellation fee per person. After May 31, no cancellations are allowed, but you may sell your spot privately.
More Questions? Please contact the TNTO Coordinators at tnto@tbn.ca
Registration will close on Thursday June 19 2025.
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).
Start location map.
A new name to a variation of an old route! These routes head east from Stouffville, north through Uxbridge and then go through Goodwood - home of the very popular Annina's Bakeshop.
The Après for this ride is the Stouffville Strawberry Festival at Memorial Park. The Whitchurch-Stouffville Strawberry Festival is a long standing tradition in this community. What a better way to end our ride than supporting the local communities we ride in?
Start location: Harry Bowes Public School - 77 Greenwood Rd, Stouffville. This start location is a distance from our usual start location, because the SSF (Stouffville Strawberry Festival) will be using our usual parking lot near Memorial Park.
Routes: 64km, 80km, and 95km
Only registrants are permitted to join the ride. If you have registered and then find out you can't come, please cancel your registration.
This is a Tourist level ride. If you are uncertain whether this level is appropriate to you, click here and scroll down to Class - Tourist. If Tourist is your skill level, then you should feel comfortable on this ride.
The ever popular Annina's Bakeshop and Catering in Goodwood
Country roads
Meet at Hornby Park to ride to Glen Williams for lunch in Glen Williams. The long route also passes by Higher Ground Cafe in Belfountain. Lunch spots in Glen Williams include Main St Market, Kit's Little Kitchen, and Copper Kettle Pub.
Main St Market in Glen Williams
Start location: Hornby Park The old way into the park is now blocked. Coming from Toronto along Steeles Ave, turn left at the traffic light at Hornby Rd into the area that is under construction. Follow around to the lower parking area at the ball diamond. See the picture below.
On the drive to Hornby Park, there is a Tim Hortons at the PetroCanada gas station on the north-west corner of Trafalgar Rd and Steeles Ave. Farther along on Steeles, at the traffic light where you turn onto Hornby Rd, the Esso gas station has a Hasty Mart.
Routes: 64 km, 70 km, 83 km
This is a Tourist level ride. To check if this level is for you, click here and scroll down to RIDE CLASSIFICATIONS / Tourist.
Let's beat the heat with routes that offer some shaded roads on the way to Port Hope. Revised routes for the popular Newcastle Navigator country cruise. Three beautiful ride options, which leave from Newcastle and head north-east to Port Hope for lunch. The long route is the hilliest as it goes furthest north; the medium/short routes are moderately hilly. After lunch, all routes are the same and return to Newcastle along the Lake Ontario shoreline. Lunch for all three routes will be at Memorial Park Bandshell on Augusta St in Port Hope. Bring your own lunch or grab some food on Walton St. Also, the Farmers Market is open until 1:00 PM - they have fruit and butter tarts!
Start: 50 Glass Ct, Newcastle, ON L1B 1M5. Meet at the Newcastle Public School parking lot on Glass Court in Newcastle. For driving directions, click here. N.B. go south to the end of the street where the school south parking lot is located. (Not the parking lot near the school playground.)
Routes: The 3 routes: 66, 71, 87 km
The routes are recommended for road bikes. Check out the Tourist level in TBN's Ride Classifications - click here.
Please register on the TBN website. Only registrants are permitted to join the ride. If have registered and then find out you can't come, please cancel your registration.
This event is a Program-X repeat of Country Cruise's Ancaster Ascension, which includes Clara's Climb. Thank you, Country Cruise.
View from Sydenham Lookout on Country Cruise ride, Sept 29, 2024
These Country Cruise routes offer rail trail riding and hill climbing in the countryside northwest of Hamilton. All routes go on the unpaved Hamilton-Brantford Rail Trail on the way into Dundas; and all routes do Clara's Climb out of Dundas.
The long route has lunch in St George; and the short and medium have lunch at Tim Hortons in Ancaster. An alternate lunch spot in Ancaster, with "designer coffee" and baked treats is Caniche French Bakery (just before arriving at Tim Hortons).
Start: Hidden Valley Park, Aldershot. There are public washrooms at the parking lot.
Routes: 50 km, 86 km, and 94 km
Plaque about Clara Hughes, Olympic gold medalist, seen at Sydenham Lookout.
Caniche French Bakery, 346 Wilson Street, Ancaster
Niagara Winery Tour
A two-day 155 K ride at Advanced Urban Roller pace
Riders must be capable of averaging at least 20 K an hour on this flat route. Mountain bikes are not recommended.
We ride from Burlington to Niagara-on-the-Lake on Saturday. On Sunday, we ride back to Burlington stopping at four wineries on the way. Consumption of wine at the wineries is optional. For those wishing to sample limited amounts, you can do the following:
The official departure will be at 11:00 am on Saturday, July 26 from Burlington GO Station parking lot, where you can park your car for free over the weekend. We will cycle mostly on the Waterfront Trail all the way to Port Dalhousie and then down the Welland Canal trail to Niagara College Residence (137 Taylor Rd, Niagara-on-the-Lake). Accommodation at the college will be in two-room suites with shared washroom and kitchen area.
For those who are interested, there is the option of riding all the way from Toronto to NOTL. This group will leave at 8:00 am from Mimico GO parking lot (free parking over the weekend) and meet the main group at Burlington GO at 11:00 am. Note that the ride from Mimico to Burlington will be at Tourist pace.
Some things to bring in a small backpack or pannier:
For almost all of the winery stops on Sunday, our bikes will be close to us and within view but not always. That’s why a small medium security lock is advised. Two people can lock their bikes together with one lock. If necessary, the non-drinkers at those stops can take shifts watching the bikes.
We aim to maintain brisk Urban Roller pace at a speed of around 20 - 22 kph. At that speed, it should take around 5 hours to get to Niagara College. That means that we should get to the residence around 4 pm. Check-in starts at 3 pm. We have 7 pm reservations for the patio at the Play Bar and Grill in the White Oaks Resort (across the road from the Residence).
On Sunday, we can have breakfast at MacDonald’s, Starbucks or at a few other fast food type places within a 10-minute walk. We need to be on the road at 10:00.
Below is the itinerary for Saturday and Sunday.
Saturday
Sunday
After NISI Greek Taverna, we will cycle to Burlington GO station, from where we can take the GO train to Mimico, Union or any other stop.
Member registration opens February 3rd @ 7:30 am.
Costs:
For more information, contact the trip organizer, Ken Lackman, social@tbn.ca
As the ride is coming to a finish, it passes the Stouffville RIBFEST, a fine venue for the Apres-ride.
The Après for this ride is the Stouffville RIBFEST at Memorial Park just across from the start location. The Stouffville RibFest features ribbers, beer, merchandise vendors, a kids zone, live bands and more! Indulge in other food/beverage options such as souvlaki, hot and cold coffee beverages, poutine, slushies, ice cream, roasted corn, old fashioned sodas, funnel cakes, pizza, fresh squeezed lemonade, mini donuts and more from the vendors!
What a better way to end our ride than supporting the local communities we ride in?
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE RIB TEAMS TAKE CASH PAYMENTS ONLY. Many of the other food and merchandise vendors will accept other payment types. There will be 2 ATM's onsite located next to the Beer Sales Trailer.
Start location: Free Parking lot on Park Drive, Stouffville.
Routes: 64, 80, and 95 km
Udora General Store
The ever popular Annina's Bakeshop and Catering in Goodwood.
3 days in Orillia - Tuesday Aug 12 to Thursday Aug 14
On Tuesday there is an 11 AM start to allow time to drive to Orillia. Wednesday and Thursday have a 9 AM start.
Start location: Rotary Place, West Orillia Sports Complex
Tuesday - Day 1 Start time 11:00 AM Routes: Day1 These routes visit the Stephen Leacock Museum and the Gordon Lightfoot sculpture garden in Orillia, a bit of the trail systems, and countryside around Bass Lake. There are shorter and longer variants. All of the routes stop at Hewitts Farm Market and Bakery for lunch.
Tuesday dinner reservation: 6 PM at Studabakers
Wednesday (Day 2) and Thursday (Day 3) Meet around 8:30 for a 9:00 AM departure from Rotary Place.
Day2 routes On Wednesday we ride to Big Chute, where we will see the Marine Railway in action if we are lucky. The 108 km route starts at the residence. The 88 km route starts at Hewitts Fun Farm, beside Hewitts Farm Market and Bakery. The 68 km route starts at Baxter Ward Community Centre. Meet at the university residence around 8:30 AM. Those going on the remote starts - have your bikes loaded in your cars, ready to drive to the start locations. Gather at the start locations and leave in a group.
Wednesday dinner reservation: 6 PM at Couchiching Craft Brewing.
Day3 routes Two choices: A ride through Orillia and along Lake Simcoe on trails and roads; or a remote-start tour on the paved Tay Shore Trail.
Accommodation: is up to you. Suggestions: - The student residence at Lakehead University, Orillia Campus may be available. This is next door to Rotary Place. This may be a good choice if you can arrange to share with another participant. A suite for two people consists of two separate bedrooms and a shared bathroom. Rooms in the residence can be booked here. (as of 2024).
- There are several motels/hotels in Orillia. For instance, last year several people stayed at the Comfort Inn; and one person camped at Bass Lake Provincial Park.
Food: Breakfast is available (7:30 - 8:30) in the cafeteria at the university. Even if you are not staying at the residence you can have breakfast at the cafeteria, but you should park at Rotary Place Arena.
Breakfast in the cafeteria - plan the day - buy snacks
After the ride there are attractions in the area. The Leacock Museum could be visited after the ride on Thursday. Near Bass Lake, there is the George Langman Wildlife Sanctuary. In Orillia, we have Couchiching Beach Park along the downtown lakeshore. The Maraposa Market is a great place to eat and/or shop. A cold one and hot nachos can be had on the patio at Fionn MacCool's or Studabakers near the waterfront.
The residence at Lakehead University, Orillia campus
Gordon Lightfoot sculpture "Golden Leaves"
Leacock Museum - National Historic Site
Big Chute Marine Railway
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Hairshirt LiteMetric Double Century200 km in one day!
This is a social ride. TBN will not be posting finishing times.
Start location: Burlington GO station south parking lot, 2101 Fairview St, Burlington. Ride leader:
Group 30km average leader: Paul Min
Group 28km average: Self organized
Group 25km average: Self organized
The outbound route climbs the Niagara Escarpment from Stoney Creek and then goes along the ridge, mostly on Ridge Road. Then it's Ball's Falls, Effingham Hill, following the Welland River and finally entering Niagara Falls from the south. This leg follows the Niagara Parkway northwards to Queen Street. At Queen St switch over to the return route. (Perhaps after a side trip to Taps Brewhouse). Route on RideWithGPS: Burlington to Niagara Falls
The return route from Niagara Falls continues from Queen St on the Niagara Parkway heading northward to Niagara-on-the-Lake, then westward skirting Lake Ontario. Route on RideWithGPS: Niagara Falls to Burlington
The full route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/40610689. Load the full route into your Garmin or RWGPS app to get the entire ride into one Strava file. However, if your device tends to get confused when the out and back routes overlap, it may be better to load the outbound and return routes separately.
If interested, Taps Brewhouse is on Queen St, 0.8 km west of the point where the outbound route ends and the return route begins.
Sunset will be at 8:02 pm. If there is any chance you will still be riding after 7:30 pm, you must have lights, front and rear.
The return leg is routed on the Hamilton Beach Trail. This is a pleasant alternative to the usual Hairshirt route which only follows roads - HOWEVER you will need to slow down because of people and pets on the Trail.
Taking the GO train back to Burlington. What if you need to exit the ride at the half-way point? The Niagara Falls train station, at Bridge St and Erie Ave, is only 6 blocks from Taps Brewhouse. Click here for the Updated GO Schedule. There are Presto pay stations on the platform, or tickets can be purchased in the station. If you use Presto, be sure to tap off at Burlington, or you will be charged for the distance to Toronto.
This route is a "new take" on a seasoned Country Cruise favourite, the ABC Tour - Alliston, Borden, Creemore - but without the A and the B as an option. The two longer routes have a scenic and hilly loop through Glen Huron; and the 103k includes Base Borden. All rides have lunch in Creemore to enjoy the Copper Kettle Festival.
Location: Tosorontio Central Public School - 7016 County Rd 13, Everett, ON L0M 1J0.
Driving directions, click here. (On the way, there is a Tim Hortons at the gas station at Hwy 50 and Hwy 89).
Routes: 65km, 79km, 88km, and 103km Link: https://ridewithgps.com/events/230671-creemore-copper-kettle-festival.
This is a ride to watch the salmon run on the Ganaraska River.
People go to Port Hope every weekend from mid-August to early October to watch the 5,000 to 10,000 chinook and silvery coho salmon swim from Lake Ontario up the Ganaraska River that runs through Port Hope on their way to their home spawning grounds. The two cycling routes (below) are based on the Newcastle Navigator Country Cruise which leave from Newcastle and head north-east to Port Hope for lunch. Each route has four optional stops to watch the Salmon Run (see cue sheets for details) before getting to Port Hope. After lunch, all routes are the same returning to Newcastle along the Lake Ontario shoreline. Lunch for all routes will be at Memorial Park Bandshell on Augusta St in Port Hope. Bring your own lunch or grab food at any of the locations on Walton, John or Queen streets.
Start: 50 Glass Ct, Newcastle, ON L1B 1M5. Meet at the Newcastle Public School parking lot on Glass Court in Newcastle. For driving directions, click here.
Routes: 77km, 87km, 96km
This is a Tourist level ride. To check if this level is appropriate to you, click here and scroll down to Class - Tourist. If Tourist is your skill level, then you should feel comfortable on this ride.
More on Program-X. View upcoming pop-up rides. Add yourself to the mailing list. See how to contact the coordinator. Click here.
Hint: The fish are black.
Fish ladder in Port Hope, McKibbon St.
Sugar Dust Bakery & Cafe at 74 Walton St (CR 2)
The headwaters of the Credit River The 70 and 82 km routes leave Orangeville via the Island Lake Conservation Area. The Vicki Barron Lakeside Trail has extensive boardwalks and bridges. Beautiful.
Vicki Barron Lakeside Trail
Start location: Lloyd Wilson Centennial Arena on McLaughlin Rd in Inglewood.
Routes: 63, 70, and 82 km. The two longer routes take in the Island Lake Conservation Area
Ride leader: Dave Mader
Trail etiquette: On the trails in the conservation area, pedestrians have right of way - slow right down and talk to them as you pass.
This is a Tourist level ride. If you are uncertain whether this level is appropriate to you, click here.
Lunch at Graystones Cafe in Orangeville.
This ride takes us to Port Perry on the shores of Lake Scugog. It is a "rolling terrain" route from the village of Ashburn to Port Perry with some newly paved roads. There are various places in Port Perry to buy lunch or bring your own for a picnic in Palmer Park next to the Port Perry Marina.
Enjoy new pavement on Concession Rd 9
Start location: Ashburn Park Facilities: There usually is a Porta Potty in the parking lot. The park entrance off of Ashburn Rd is 200 metres north of Myrtle Rd
Routes: Ashburn to Port Perry CC - 66km, 80km & 92km
Ride Leaders: Vicky Laurens & Carlos Ramos
Country roads!
Burlington Escarpment Ridge Runner
Start: Burlington GO station south parking lot, 2101 Fairview St, Burlington.
Ride leader: Rick MacMillan
Route: Burlington_Escarpment_Ridge_Runner
This is a Tourist-class ride - be prepared to be self-sufficient.
Check the website 2 hours before the start time - the ride could be rescheduled or cancelled at the discretion of the organizers.
Please register. Only registrants are permitted to join the ride. (If you have registered and then find out you can't come, please cancel your registration).
JJ's On The Docks Eatery in Grimsby
Driving directions: click here
Routes: click here Weather forecast: click here We are accepting Guest rider registration.
If you have not registered for the ride, you may NOT join the ride.
A ride east and north from Stouffville with lunch at Annina’s Bakeshop in Goodwood (reviews). Facilities may be available at many of the chain restaurants and gas stations as you come into Stouffville.
Unsure of your level section
Note to Program Coordinators... Include text similar to the following into each of your events as links to help potential riders know whether the ride is appropriate to their skill level. Each of the following have links back to the "Programs->Cycling->Choose Your Level page, to the section named. Alternatively, change the text and link to you Program-specific page where you detail that the skill level expectations are for your ride participants.
This is an Leisure Wheeler level ride. If you are uncertain whether this level is appropriate to your riding level, click here.
This is an No Drop Country Rider level ride. If you are uncertain whether this level is appropriate to your riding level, click here.
This is an Urban Roller level ride. If you are uncertain whether this level is appropriate to your riding level, click here.
This is an Tourist level ride. If you are uncertain whether this level is appropriate to your riding level, click here.
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.
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.
Place holder event - (we need > 20 upcoming events to avoid bug in IOS version of TBN App).
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