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

This Sunday morning we’re organizing an all levels ride which will head east along the Waterfront Trail as far as each rider would like to go before they turn back.

If anyone wants to do a century they can head to the lighthouse in Presqu’ile – or not! Access to the park has been restored however  you must go through Brighton as Union Rd is being resurfaced.

We’ll use the  Waterfront Trail so there’s no map, and it’s an out an back ride so you may encounter other riders on your way back.

If you leave a comment if you are coming, and can indicate the level and distance you’re hoping for, it often encourages others who would like to come out but don’t know whether they’ll have someone to ride with.

After all, most of us join a club to ride with others! As it’s an all levels Sunday ride, there won’t be leaders for each group.

Date: Sunday, July 23, 2017
Time: 9:00
Meeting Location: Donegan Park
Levels: all
Ride Organizer: Roberto

It’s gonna be nice a warm-ish with sunshiny episodes. This route has those uphills, but also some really groovy downhills that you can yell yeeeeeeeehaaaaaaa going down. Two distances to choose from. We’ll be heading out to Centreton & Grafton.

Start time: 6:30pm
Ride Leader: Debbie Parks
Start Location: Cycle Transitions parking lot on D’Arcy St.
Route Map (56k): Printable Route Map (56k) or link to it on Ride With GPS
Route Map (44k): Printable Route Map (44k) or link to it on Ride With GPS

It’s the third Wednesday of the month which means an “All Levels Ride”, this time followed by beer at Arthur’s Pub at the Best Western. The ride will start and finish at parking lot in-front of William Street Brewery.  This will eliminate the need to ride down busy Elgin Street. We’ll mosey over the Arthur’s after the ride.

All Levels Rides: There’s just one route out-and-back route. You ride for time instead of distance so everyone can start and finish together regardless of speed. It’s your chance to try out the next level up. There’s really no risk because if you can’t keep up you can just drop back and people from the other levels will be coming up behind you. There will be a designated Leader setting the pace for each of the Levels 1, 2, 3 and 4 so you can just choose your level and ride!

Time: 6:30–8:00pm (ride) 8:00-9:30pm (Social)
Start location: William Street Brewery parking lot
Route: L2,3,4 Behind Mall to Rogers Road -> Carlisle -> Hwy. #2 -> Theater Road -> Telephone Rd -> Hamilton Rd. -> Dale Rd. -> Danforth Rd. (this is 17 km so the turn around should be at the church).

L1 Will meander through New Amherst and West Park Village

Important: Please RSVP so that we can ensure adequate patio space for everyone! RSVP by leaving us a comment….just tell us you’re coming!
 

Pam will lead us on the Waterfront Trail West from King’s Field. It is truly a breathtakingly scenic route. Chime in with the comment section so we can know to expect you.

Pam says:
“We’ll meet at 6:30 at King’s Field at the south end of Victoria St just south of Ridout St in Port Hope and head west along Lakeshore Rd. It’s an out and back route, 22km in all. Even though this route goes along the lake, there are a few level two hills to contend with, I’m not going to lie. Really only one challenging one on the way out and another one on the way back but it’s mid-July and I know everyone can do it! We will all channel the tortoise (as opposed to those level four hares) and go slowly and steadily to summit every one of them. No rush! As many pauses and hydration breaks as everyone needs! Nobody left behind! Must have a good time! And I promise to remember my helmet this time. :)”

Start time: 6:30
Ride Leader: Pam Tate
Start Location: King’s field, south end of Victorial St, just south of Ridout St Port Hope

It’s off to Wicklow Beach this week for some lovely views and no traffic lights!

Start Time: 6:30
Meeting Location: boat launch parking lot at Wicklow Beach
Ride Leader: Dennis Benson

The forecast for Sunday has improved with thunderstorms now expected to start around 2:00 pm. It should be great weather for an early morning ride. We’ll strive to do 39 kms at level 3 speed in order to make it back home safely.

Starting point: Furnace Street Arena
Time: 9:00
Leader: Roberto
Route: McLellans Northumberland Heights Loop

A 41km jaunt through the Northumberland country side, worthy of the Club’s name of Northumberland HILLS Cycle Club. We’ll head to the Ste Anne Spa area through Danforth and Massey then up Clouson to county Rd 23. Return via Stewart and Community Centre road. We won’t lie there are a few hills to climb (442 metres of total climbing) – but what goes up must come down and I can promise to both start and finish at Lake Level!

Ride Leader: The Old Sapper
Starting Point:  Wilmott Street parking lot
Time: 6:30pm
Map: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/23116355