We’ve got some spectacular sunshine on the sched for tomorrow. Let’s ride! These are pre-season rides—informal opportunities to get yourself onto your bike & work out the kinks from your winter body in anticipation of the upcoming regular season. We typically start out slow & short. Honestly, if you haven’t been on your bike all winter you can expect to need about 4-5 rides before your bum will be comfortable in the saddle again. The Level 2, 3/4 will ride in the morning (different start locations) and the Level 1s ride in the afternoon.
Before you ride:
- Sign up for a members-only Cycle Club account in order to RSVP that you are planning to ride and see more details.
- Pump up your tires. Fact—you should pump up tires before every single ride. If you run with too little air you risk flat tires, pre-mature tire wear, and you’ll also work harder.
- Check that your brakes and shifters are working correctly.
- Don’t forget to bring the following: Helmet, your membership card, first aid kit, wear sunglasses, spare tube that fits your bike.
The Quick Facts:
Level 2: Morning Ride
Start time: 10am
Start location: parking lot of St. Mary’s Church in Grafton
Distance/Time: To be determined (likely about an hour or so)
Level 3/4: Morning Ride
Start time: 10am
Start location: Cobourg Community Centre, meet at the Northwest corner
Distance: approximately 25km (some may choose to extend the ride afterward)
Level 1: Afternoon Ride
Start time: 2:00pm
Start location: Cobourg Community Centre, meet at the Northwest corner
Distance: To be determined—short & sweet!
RSVP: Please use your Cycle Club account to let us know you’ll ride.