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Northumberland Hills Cycling Club (NHCC) is the largest and most active cycling club centred around Cobourg, Ontario. With 100+ fun people to ride with, 11 regular season weekly rides, hiking and snowshoeing in off-season, and endless friendships to be made!

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THE WHEELY FUN CLUB NEWS!

Level 2 Rides: Tuesday May 22 & Thursday May 24

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Level 2 Tues May 22 “Colin’s Country Cruise”

Colin is taking us up into the country with the opportunity for a social at the Mill at the end of the ride for those who can make it.

Start Time: 6:30 pm
Ride Leader: Colin Banfield
Start Location: The Mill parking lot, north east corner of Ontario and Elgin Streets, Cobourg.
Route Description: Start/ End at Mill Parking Lot, North on Ontario St Right on Danforth Rd, Left on Castle Hill, Right on Dale Rd., Left on Racetrack Rd., Left on Leach Rd., Left on Rose Rd., Left on Ferguson Rd., Right on Dale Rd., Left on Division St., Left on Oliver’s Lane, Straight on Lenore Ave., Left on Ontario St and back to the Mill parking lot for a bit of a social (drinks, snacks, etc).

Level 2 Thurs May 24th St. Mary’s to Lakeport

Janine is taking us from St. Mary’s in Grafton to Lakeport to view the Lake and back. It is a flatter ride to recover from Tuesdays hills and enjoy a great view of Lake Ontario.

Start Time: 6:30 pm
Ride Leader: Janine Turk
Start Location: St. Mary’s Church parking lot Grafton.
Ride Description: Starting and ending at St. Mary’s, we go down Station Rd and along the Waterfront Trail and loop down to the waterfront at Lakeport and back along the Waterfront Trail the way we came. These are amongst the most scenic views of Lake Ontario and the ride is mostly flatish. Well worth the effort. [Please note that the dew comes in cold and it is chilly and windy this time of year by the lake so bring a wind-protective layer.]

MORE NHCC NEWS!

Bicycle Maintenance Workshop is tonight!

Tonight’s the night! It’s freezing cold outside, so what better excuse do you need to come talk bikes? Join us for our Basic Bicycle Maintenance Workshop tonight at 6:00 PM at the Baltimore Recreation Centre. We’ll have Randy, Paul, Jason, and Helmut all on hand to collaborate, answer questions, and help you level up your […]

Bicycle Maintenance Workshop: Monday May 11th, 6pm at the Baltimore Rec Centre

REMINDER: Just 7 more days The NHCC online store where you can purchase club jerseys Store closes on May 14th Get your order in today.  $95 (+HST) Whether you’re new to cycling or just want to feel more confident handling basic bike issues, this hands-on workshop will cover essential maintenance skills every cyclist should know. […]

NHCC Online Jersey sales—store is open (until May 14th only)

Get them while you can! The online store closes on May 14th Our new club jerseys will be supplied by Corsino Custom Jerseys and will be available online only through a dedicated store. Members had the opportunity to try on samples at our Membership Night, and based on feedback, we’ve selected the semi-race fit (Elite) […]

Cycling Safety Session: Monday May 4th, 6pm

This Monday is our Cycling Safety Essentials—Theory & Best Practices — it’s a compact 2-hour comprehensive information session designed to cover core cycling safety principles (no bike required). We don’t just talk about what to do, but we explore WHY. With a deeper understanding of traffic dynamics you’ll be safer and more confident. You’ll be […]

Prep Step: Get your Bike Ready

Holy chromoly, cycling season is here (almost!) The sun is shining. Your heart’s pumpin‘ anticipation for the 10am meetup. You find your shorts buried in the drawer (strange… they definitely shrunk). You’re ready for blastoff. You and your bike? Reunited at last. You’re groovin’. You might even show up early. Start Strava. Grab bike. …What […]

Prep Step: Get Sized for a Club Jersey

Starting this season, NHCC club jerseys will be sold online only. In the past, the club carried inventory for in-person purchase, but once existing inventory is depleted, that will no longer be the case. We’re moving to a new supplier (Corsino)—which means new cuts and fits. Hey, whoooooahhh—what about trying one on first? We’ve got […]

Club Jersey Fit Kit – Try Before You Buy!

At Thursday’s Membership Night, we’ll have our Jersey Fit Kit available for you to try on! This is your chance to check out the different styles and sizes to find the fit that works best for you. Please note that these jerseys are for fitting purposes only—they are not for purchase. Once you’ve found your […]

Join the Northumberland Hills Cycling Club

At the Northumberland Hills Cycling Club (NHCC), our members say the NUMBER ONE reason they join is simple: To make new friends. Whether your goal is to ride for fun, improve your fitness, explore beautiful country roads, or challenge your heart and lungs, NHCC offers a welcoming community of cyclists who enjoy riding together.