This route is the same as the one we did for the Ride, Dine and FilmFest (minus the film and dining part, of course) There are three distances to choose from, so there’s something for everyone. It’s also the start of week three and Stage 14 of the Tour de Northumberland which means that you can easily get in the 19.4km distance.

Start time: 9:00am
Start location: The parking lot behind the Dutch Oven, Cobourg
Route Map: Route Map here

Pack Leader (Non-stoppers): Need a volunteer
Pack Leader #1 (Regular group): Need a volunteer
Pack Leader (Scenic group): Need a volunteer 

Please indicate if you are planning to ride and if you can be a pack leader.

On this Thursday, July 12th the ride will be a little different. We’ll ride to Presqu’ile Park where we can have a picnic and a swim before heading back. The total distance would result in approximately 90km. But if you are a little leary of that kind of distance don’t be—it’s a flat route, easy riding, and we’ll travel at various paces to accommodate. If you ride the hills around here, this will feel really easy in comparison (just longer). We promise the weather will be sunny and warm!

Paul’s wife Jill has kindly offered to drive down there with our beach towels, coolers, etc. which means you don’t have to worry about transporting your stuff, you just ride for the fun! How cool is that?

The park entrance fee is $2 so bring a couple of bucks with you to cover that, please.

Start time: 9:00 (Arrive at park for 8:45 to load car)
Start location: Donegan Park

Please comment below if you are planning to attend so that Paul and Jill can make their necessary arrangements for the vehicle etc.

[insert big drum roll]. Well, here it is,the moment we have all been waiting for! The winner of Week 1 of the Tour de Northumberland Hills is none other than……..MikeMcLellan. He wins a $50 gift certificate from Port Hope Bicycle. Congratulations, Mike! Unfortunately we don’t have any podium girls to present it to you, so you can swing by PHB anytime and pick it up.

Also, George wanted to make mention of the great efforts put forth by Lorna Dickson and Maria Garrett who completed every stage! So, there’s a little something for each of you two over at PHB.

One last thing……We know how tough and challenging this sport is, so prize winners are expected to submit to a drug test prior to receiving their prizes–It’s only fair you know!   🙂

The Tour de Northumberland Hills is back on So you might as well take this opportunity to do a club ride and get in the 19.4 km (or more). It is an easy one, so come on out.

Start time: 7:00pm
Location: Donegan Park
Ride Leader: Volunteer Needed

Anyone want to volunteer to be the Ride Leader and choose a route?

Yes, it’s an official rest day for the Tour de Northumberland Hills, but that doesn’t mean no club ride. This time we will meet at the Port Hope Town Hall where Heather and Brendan have volunteered to lead the Port Hope ride. If you want to ride over there from Cobourg, meet at Canadian Tire at 6:20

Start time: 7:00 pm
Start location: Port Hope Town Hall
Ride leader: Heather and Brendan

Please comment below to let Heather and Brendan know how many they might expect to be there and also mention if you want to ride over from Cobourg.

Weather forecast: 23 degrees and sunshine. Still long days and lots of daylight for us to enjoy. Lots of folks are at cottages, out of town etc., but there are still plenty who are around and wanting to ride.

The Tour de Northumberland Hills has a more challenging day on Monday. It is a 38km day, so you might have to get on your bikes and do a little extra distance before the evening ride. But don’t worry, cuz Tuesday is an official rest day.

Start time: 7:00pm
Location: Cobourg Memorial Rink and Recreation Centre
Route Map: “Route 1” 23km with optional 5km or 7km extensions 

Just like Thursday, it’s the “Bewdley and Back” route.

Route Notes: Start at The Memorial Arena instead of The Mill restaurant. The route can be made shorter (about 34km) by turning right at Kennedy Rd. (rather than left) and heading back the way you came.

Start time: 9:00am
Start location: The arena on Furnace St., Cobourg
Route Map: “Bewdley and Back” route map here

Pack Leader (Non-stoppers): Need a volunteer
Pack Leader #1 (Regular group): Need a volunteer
Pack Leader (Scenic group): Need a volunteer 

The “Tour de Northumberland Hills” Stage 8 (15.4 km)!
By the way, Stage 8 of the “Tour de Northumberland Hills” means riding 15.4 km on Sunday. Easy distance to do, so this one’s a no-brainer.

Please indicate if you are planning to ride and if you can be a pack leader.

**Don’t forget that the new REGULAR start time is 9:00am**

We haven’t done this route in a while so it’s time we do the “Bewdley and Back” route. Given the heat that we’ve been having, we might appreciate that if it’s a hot day we can grab a cold drink at the Bewdley store.

Route Notes: Although the map indicates that we start at The Mill restaurant, we will start at the Arena on Furnace St. instead. If you wish to make the route a little shorter and do just 34km you could turn right at Kennedy Rd. (rather than left) and head back the way you came.

Start time: 9:00am (regular group)
Start location: The arena on Furnace St., Cobourg
Route Map: “Bewdley and Back” route map here

Pack Leader (Non-stoppers): Need a volunteer
Pack Leader #1 (Regular group): Need a volunteer
Pack Leader (Scenic group): Need a volunteer 

The “Tour de Northumberland Hills” Stage 5!
By the way, Stage 5 of the “Tour de Northumberland Hills” means riding 19.7 km. This ride will certainly get those kilometres in.

Please indicate if you are planning to ride and if you can be a pack leader.

Getting in some distance now, everyone! We’ll start at Donegan Park and head out towards Wicklow Beach and beyond. Essentially we’ll follow the Waterfront Trail for 50 minutes then turn around and come back. We’ll be back at Donegan by 8:40 with a little bit of daylight leftover. This is a great opportunity to get some mileage in if you’re preparing for the 100k to Presqu’ile coming up in either August or September. Easy, flat riding……no hills, no excuses.  🙂

It’s Stage 4 of the Tour de Northumberland Hills and doing this ride will qualify for the 21.4 km stage.

Start time: 7:00pm
Location: Donegan Park
Ride Leader: Volunteer Needed

Anyone want to volunteer to be the Ride Leader?