We haven’t able to get as much riding in as we’d like with all this rain, but rain or shine we are having another bike maintenance workshop May 11th. Learn how to clean your bike, clean and lubricate your chain, and change a tire. This is a hands on workshop so you will get an opportunity to practice some of these skills right away. Bring your bike and don’t wear your good clothes! Pre-registration is required and can be done by sending an email to:
nhcycling2010@gmail.com.
Date: Thursday, May 11th
Time: doors open 6:30, workshop runs from 7 to 9:00
Location: Cycle Transitions, 739 D’Arcy Street
Cost: $10, members of Cycle Transitions free

Another day, and more cancellations: The forecast is grim, grim.  So much for the much anticipated opening week of cycling season! We’ll just do a re-set on the start of cycling season and try it all again next week. Tonight is pure rain and Sunday is forecasting 5°c and 70% likelihood of rain. 

No evening ride tonight, and the Ride and BBQ for this Sunday will be re-scheduled to a future date and we’ll let you know when that new date has been established, likely sometime in June.

CANCELLED:  I’m  cancelling tonight’s ride. The high is only going to be 10 degrees and with the wind chill only 3 degrees. I will see you next week, same time, same place, and hope for less challenging weather!

CANCELLED: Given the dire forecast: Rain, 75kpm Winds, and windchill of -1C. We are cancelling tonight’s ride. See you next week, same time, same place, and hope for less challenging weather!

TONIGHT’S RIDES (Monday May 1) CANCELLED: Unfortunately the weather is not cooperating for the first planned ride of the season, so we will try again next week!

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The Northumberland Hills Cycling Club is six years old and we’re going to celebrate with an Welcome/Anniversary Ride for all NHCC members followed by a BBQ afterward at Randy and Anita’s home. The ride will be out-and-back style (90 minutes total) that means everyone rides at their own pace and finishes at the same time. Afterward we’ll have hamburgers (either beef or veggie) and other such goodies to nibble on, compliments of the NHCC, while we lollygag around the yard and deck, hopefully take in some sunshine and time with friends both old and new. All members are welcome!

The route will be suitable for all levels, from Level 1 to Level 4.

Date: Sunday May 7, 2017
Start time (Ride): 10:00am
Start time (BBQ): NOON
Start location: Smylie Rd. and Burnham St. (Park along Smylie Rd.)
Route map: not required, you’ll just follow the crowd!
RSVP (IMPORTANT): Please leave a comment or email us to let us know your preference for either beef or veggie burger, and let us know if you need the exact address: nhcycling2010@gmail.com.

The NHCCs 1st Anniversary Ride in 2012.

First Level 4 ride of the season, so we’ll go easy on you. We’ll do a nice 37km route called “It’s all Downhill from Here”. It tends to be uphill-ish in the first half, but then lots of downhill to make it fun. Not sure if this ride level is for you? Read about the expectations just to be sure. 

Level 4: At this level, you will need to be prepared—have access to the route map, and have a tire changing kit as well as a spare tube in the event of a flat. Level 4 departs as a group and usually stays together, but sometimes may break into smaller groups according to ability. The pace is expected to average about 22km+. Road bikes are required for Level 4 and you need to be prepared for a little speed and/or hills on any given route.

Ride Leader: Anita Macklin
Start time: 6:30pm
Route Map: “It’s All Downhill From Here”, 37km route map or link on Ride with GPS
Start location: Donegan Park (D’Arcy St.)

So how ’bout it? You coming to ride? Leave a comment, let us know. It’s kinda nice when we know how many to expect.

Meet your Ride Leader: Anita Macklin
Anita is a certified CanBike instructor and current president of the NHCC. She’s also a volunteer with the Bicycle Action Committee of Sustainable Cobourg. She’s been with the NHCC since inception and is a founding member.

For all you morning riders who are interested in a Level 3 ride, Bruce will lead the morning ride! If you aren’t quite sure what to expect on a Level 3 ride, check out the Ride Levels Explained. Essentially, it’s experienced cyclists who will ride together in group fashion. We’ll start out easy this time, going flat and just 35km.

Ride Leader: Bruce Bellaire
Start time: 10:00am
Distance: 35km
Route: Waterfront Trail Eastbound
Level of Difficulty: 3
Start Location: Donegan Park

Meet your Ride Leader: Bruce Bellaire
Bruce has been a member of the NHCC since it’s earliest days. He’s a certified CanBike instructor, volunteers extensively with the Bicycle Action Committee of Sustainable Cobourg and is also very active in the operation of Cycle Transitions. Bruce has a wealth of cycling knowledge from years of cycling experience!

This route is  25km long. We will start out small and add a little more distance each week as the season progresses, based on the developing needs of the group. Don’t worry about keeping up with the crowd—It’s a no-drop ride, we will work together and support each other.

Notes: Helmets are mandatory. Please bring your membership card with you. If you mailed in your membership forms, your cards will be issued to you at the ride.

Ride leader: Mike McLellan
Start Time: 6:30pm
Route Map:  View the link on Ride with GPS
Start Location: Westwood Park (Carlisle St.)

Meet your Ride Coordinator: Mike McLellan
Mike has coordinated the Level 3 ride program for a number of years now, and with his safety training and experience you’ll be in good hands! Mike coordinates a number of level 3 leaders that you’ll meet as the season progresses. He’s been a member of the NHCC as long as we can remember!