Cycle Transitions, our beloved do-it-yourself bicycle shop and cycling safety centre is homeless. We need your support tomorrow night as fellow club members Bruce Bellaire and Rick Nonnekes present their case to the Committee of the Whole meeting at the Town of Cobourg, advocating for the future of CT.

We in the NHCC have all benefitted from Cycle Transitions—whether it’s been a little mechanical assistance to repair your own bike, a venue for some valuable cycling safety training, or to take some winter bicycle maintenance workshops. CT has been instrumental in the NHCC certifying so many Can-Bike safety instructors!

Can you spare a little time tomorrow night to show up at the meeting at the Town Hall? We want the Town of Cobourg to recognize the importance of CT and the value it brings to the citizens of our community. 

Date: Monday November 13
Time: 6–7pm
Location: Cobourg Town Hall, Committee of the Whole meeting

It’s a little chilly for riding but it’s just fine for a hike in the Northumberland Forest. We’ll do the Sweet Fern Loop. Layers work best clothing wise, and bring a drink and snack.

Start Time: 1:00
Meeting Location: Woodland parking lot (east side of 45 north of the boy scout camp)
Distance: 9km
Hike Leader: Maria Siemiaszko

Meet behind Craft Food House for a hike through the east end neighbourhoods with Paul. Coffee and social time at Craft afterwards!

Time: 9:30
Meeting Location: parking lot behind Craft Food House
Hike Leader: Paul Mills
Distance: 6 to 7km

Rick is going to take the group out to the east end this week before everyone is welcome to reconvene at Craft Food House for coffee and socializing

Time: 9:30
Meeting Location: parking lot at Donegan Park, D’Arcy Street
Hike Length: 6 to 7 km
Hike Leader: Rick Nonnekes

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Don’t be scared to come out for a Hallowe’en morning hike! This hike will take place through parts of Northumberland Forest. The distance is approximately 6km but could be modified based on the weather. Afterwards there will be coffee and social time at Craft Food House.

Time: 9:30
Meeting Location: parking lot on Beagle Club Road
Hike Leader: Bruce Bellair

Centreton Saturday, Bewdley Sunday. Nothing can stop NHCC riders eager to get out and enjoy 20C weather…in October! We’re following a route from late July and taking a rest/coffee break at Rhinos. Total trip should be 3-3.5 hours.

Time: 10:00 AM
Ride Level: 3
Start Location: the arena on Furnace Street
Km: 59
Ride Leader: Roberto
Route Maps: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/2552093

As we enter the transition period between cycling and winter activities the Tuesday morning walks will resume. This week the walk will meet in the Mill parking lot and cover the area up to Danforth Road which will included some elevated terrain providing some scenic views.  After the return to the Mill, everyone can head over to Craft Food House for coffee and social time.

Meeting Time:  9:45
Meeting Location:  parking lot at The Mill
Hike Leader:  Roy Martin
Distance:  approx. 7km

It’s going to be beautiful weekend so we’re going to offer rides both days! As a warm up for Roberto’s Sunday we will take in the nice rollers on County Road 22 then go up Jakobi Road and over on Morganston Road to Morganston (of course!) 25 will take us back to Castleton and we’ll catch Pipeline/Shelter Valley to Vernonville then up Broomfield to head back to Centreton,  If anyone wants to add about 40km to the ride they can ride from Cobourg to Centreton and back again afterwards.

Time:  10:00
Meeting Location:  parking lot southwest corner in Centreton, on County Road 23 just south of 22
Ride Leader:  Maria Siemiaszko
Distance:  approx. 38km

A few details about tonight’s Annual Meeting and Social Soiree

• Drinks and Social is from 6-7pm (cash bar)
• Buffet dinner at 7pm
• All in attendance will be offered 2018 memberships for just $35 (tonight only)
• We will have a few jerseys for sale (think nice warm long sleeved ones!)
  Sleeveless $60
  Short sleeves $65
  Long sleeved cold weather jersey $80

Note the location: The event is taking place in the Northumberland Room on the main floor of the Best Western (not upstairs as other years)

See you all tonight!

This is it, folks! If you are one of those procrastinators who waits till the last minute, the last minute has arrived! You can secure your ticket for this Thursday nights (October 19th) event by contacting Anita at nhcycling2010@gmail.com and she’ll sort out how to get it to you. It’s just $30 shrimpy little dollars for a great buffet meal and an evening of celebrating with friends. If you are thinking “Hey, I didn’t really ride much, so I better stay home” we’re here to say “Come on out! We’re a welcoming group and we’d love to see you!” Bring friends, bring family, all are welcome. Just let us know today how many are coming so we can convey the necessary intel to the Best Western staff who will ensure enough food for everyone!

Special 2018 Membership rate only at the AGM! Be sure to bring along $35 with you on the evening of the event in order to get your 2018 membership for the best price you’ll ever see!