Starting in Grafton at 615 once more we will head to Colborne via Lakeshore. From there the route will go up Durham and Herley to Telephone. Returning to Grafton along Telephone and Shelter Valley. A mostly flat loop with one significant climb on Durham and a couple smaller bumps on Telephone. As always this Level 2/3 is a no drop ride with frequent rest breaks.

Starting Point: St. Mary’s Church/School on Lyle Street, Grafton
Time: 615 PM
Distance: Approx 35-50 km
Speed: 19-23 kph
Leader: Roberto (no Sapper this week)

This summer needs more riding and more ice cream and Dennis will address both needs with an ice cream run. Bring along some money if you’d like to indulge in ice cream or a milkshake. Socializing and fun company already included in your membership!

Start Time: 6:30
Meeting Location: Diamond Head Industrial Mall at 210 Wilmott Street
Ride Leader: Dennis Benson

One of our newest members Tom Herd recently raved about a ride he did along Lilac Valley and Beagle Club. Having taken scenic Scully road  to Harwood recently I figured exploring Tom’s recommendation just to east sounds like a good idea. As such this route was born.  We’ll meander up to Harwood up Burnham, Beaver Meadow and Scully.

We’ll break for delicious butter tarts and refreshments at the Harwood store before continuing on county road 18 to Lilac Valley. From there it’s on to Beagle Club all the way to County Road 45 which we’ll take back to Dale Rd. There’s a generous shoulder on 45 all the way to Dale. Like any other level 3 ride there will be frequent stops (in addition to Harwood) and no one will be dropped. Lots of time for selfies too.

Looking forward to seeing everyone there! Please leave a comment below if you plan on riding.

Starting Point: Dale Road Public School on Dale Road, just west of Precious Corners
Start time: 9:00 AM
Distance: 50-60km
Leader: Roberto and Allen

It is once again time to flatten the route out.
We will ride out to Wicklow Beach and return to Cobourg via Grafton.

Start Time: 6:30
Start Location: Industrial park on Willmott Street
Ride Leader: Mike Mclellan

It’s starting to rain and there’s a risk of a thunderstorm early this evening so I’m calling the ride off

If you’re speedy we’ve got 59km for ya! Or, just do 44km, it’s your choice. Sunset isn’t until 8:40pm you have a little over two hours. Best to make sure you have lights on your bike and nighttime sunglasses cuz we’re heading up to Bewdley. Lights are required as of 8:10pm.

Time: 6:30pm
Level of Difficulty: Level 4
Start Location: the arena on Furnace Street
Ride Leader: To be determined
Route Maps:
(59km): Printable route map here or link to it on Ride with GPS
(44k): Printable route map here or link to it on Ride with GPS

So, how ’bout it? How about letting us know which distance you lean toward so others can do some mental planning.

In another of the NHCC’s out of town excursions we are meeting in Peterborough at Beavermede Park and heading out to explore new areas.

Levels 1 & 2: A super nice, scenic, flat and easy ride from Beavermede to Lakefield along the Peterborough Rotary Greenway Trail. The first half is paved so if you turn around at Trent University you’ll do 14km, all paved. Continue to Lakefield along crushed lime screening for a total of 40km round trip. The incentive to continue to Lakefield is the fabulous ice cream shop, so bring a little $$.

Levels 3 & 4: We’ll modify the route slightly so that everyone starts at Beavermede Park and travels the first 7k together on the paved Rotary trail. Choose either the Ptbo Route 1a – Lakes, Rivers and Cafes 45. Or, for 60km, we’ll follow the Route 1 – Lakes, Rivers and Cafes 60

Date: Saturday July 29
Start time10:00am
Start Location: Beavermede Park
Ride Coordinators Randy and Anita

Janine is following in our series of the “Most Scenic of Northumberland” and raising the bar. Following Pam’s beautiful ‘WT West Lake Views’ and Colin’s ‘Shelter Valley Tree Tunnels’ she is adding with breathtaking views of streams and panoramic views of Grafton and Lake Ontario . Warning: there are hills involved, but the views make it worth it.

Route:

• Head to Hwy 2 ( one small hill) [ Turn Right on Hwy2]
• Left onto Shelter Valley Rd – 7.5 k [Long steady climb & beautiful views of Shelter Valley Creek.]
• Left onto Broomfield Rd- few medium size hills [4or5, Think of it like the Hill on Hwy 2 out east of Cobourg over railway tracks.]
• Left Eddystone Rd- 2 long windy hills and 2 small hills – then down hill [the long hill is a steep ‘S’ 2 stage hill, but the ride down after makes it all worth while]
• Left onto Lyle St – 2 long hill [Think of it like the hill in Cobourg up Ontario from the arena to the Dale Rd.]then downhill all the way into Grafton [The view of Grafton and the lake and this very long super-fun downhill make it all the work worthwhile]

Not to worry we will take time to enjoy the scenery.

Distance: 23/24 km
Start Time: 6:30 pm
Ride Leader: Janine Turk
Start Location: St. Mary’s Church Parking Lot, Lyle St. South Grafton
Route Map: Link to Ride With GPS

This week we’re trying a new route, so new there no map yet for it. Its a flattish loop starting in Grafton, taking us along scenic Shelter Valley Road to Castleton and then on to Centreton. No gravel sections this time although King Road is a bit bumpy.

Route: Grafton Castleton Centreton Loop
Starting Point: St. Mary’s School/Church parking lot on Lyle Street
Time: 6:15
Distance: Approx. 38 km
Leader: Roberto/Lte. Sapper

It’s about time we revisited the West Dead End Tour to see what’s new this year!

Date: Monday, July 24th
Start Time: 6:30
Meeting Location: park at Westwood and Carlisle
Ride Leader: Maria Siemiaszko