This Week's Chain of Events

Notes: Don't forget to check the TBN web site for last minute changes to the schedule. And, while you're at it, check the weather. Non-members are welcome at most events with the payment of an additional $5. Helmets are mandatory on all rides. If you'd like to receive a weekly email version of this page click here.

Saturday, January 28, 2012

CROSS COUNTRY SKIING: SCENIC CAVES (SHARED BUS) - Update - Cancelled.

Wednesday, February 1, 2012

TBN SPINNING AT THE ADELAIDE CLUB - Come out and join us! This week is fourth session in the current series of eight. These exceptional classes led by cyclist and personal trainer Kimchan Ramrattan have been keeping TBN cyclists trained and road-ready in the off season for many years. The weekly classes are every Wednesday at 6:35 p.m. and a series of eight classes, costs $90.00+HST. There are still a few spots available. Reserve a spot and avoid disappointment by calling Patsy of the Adelaide Club at 416-367-9957 ext. 286. For more information have a look at our Spinning FAQ.

Other News:

Britannia Rd
Photo courtesy Owen Rogers

26th Annual Toronto International Bicycle Show - (Mar 2-4, 2012) See all the major retailers and manufacturers under one roof. Great deals on 2011 inventory and lots of show specials on the new 2012 models. Opens Friday from noon to 9:00 p.m., Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Sunday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Admission: adults $13.00, ages 6-12 and seniors $8, kids five and under FREE. Discounted family and multi-day passes available. Location: Better Living Centre at Exhibition Place. More details at the official website.

 
THE ROAD AHEAD
Mar 2 - 4 Noteworthy Event 26th Annual Toronto International Bicycle Show

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Buy and Sell Sacred Rides is offering cash and free trip credits for a new web designer! Jan 28, 12
Buy and Sell Bike Travel Cases for Rent $35/wk Jan 26, 12
Buy and Sell roadbike for women Jan 25, 12
Buy and Sell Cycling Vacation Rental Property in Muskoka Jan 25, 12
Cross Country Ski with TBN Bus Trip to Scenic Caves Cancelled - Saturday, Jan 28, 2012 Jan 23, 12
TBN General Catlike Helmets Jan 23, 12
Buy and Sell PUSH Custom Messenger Bag. New. Retail $170, selling $80 obo. Unisex. Green. Pictures. Also New bike seat Jan 22, 12
TBN General Toronto Cyclists Union invites TBN to 365 Days of Cycling Photo Exhibit and Party January 30 Jan 20, 12
TBN General FREE CAN-BIKE and Commuter Mechanic lessons Jan 19, 12
TBN General Public Meeting re: Bluffer's Park Recreation Trail and Restoration Opportunities Jan 18, 12
TBN General Open house for Sherbourne St. separated bike lanes Jan 17, 12
Buy and Sell LOOK Pedals Jan 16, 12
Cross Country Ski with TBN January 18, Wednesday Night Pub Night and Sign-up for Arrowhead Ski Weekend. Jan 14, 12
TBN General Does anybody have a garage or basement they would be willing to donate on a Saturday for a bike fit day? Jan 07, 12
Buy and Sell FS - BMC Pro Machine - SLC01 Jan 05, 12
TBN General Newsletter Submissions Jan 04, 12
TBN General Waterfront Trail Meeting Needs Support From Cyclists Jan 04, 12
Buy and Sell *WANTED* OLDER ROAD & TRACK BIKES Dec 29, 11
Buy and Sell 700c rear wheel Dec 28, 11
TBN General Photo Section Dec 24, 11
Cross Country Ski with TBN Arrowhead Ski Weekend Feb. 17-19, 2012 Dec 18, 11
TBN General War on the Car Ended. Now it’s War on the Bike Dec 08, 11
Buy and Sell WANTED - women's road bike for 5 foot female Dec 07, 11
TBN General November 2011 - February 2012 issue TBN Newsletter Dec 05, 11
Buy and Sell Pearl Izumi Elite Thermal Barrier Jacket Dec 04, 11
Buy and Sell Wanted - Road Bike for 5 foot 9 female Nov 26, 11
TBN General The Friday Night Ride lives! November 25! Nov 24, 11
Buy and Sell WANTED - Junior or extra small road bike for my daughter Nov 22, 11
TBN General Petition for Mandatory Side Guards on Trucks Nov 21, 11
TBN General support for Waterford hike/bike trail Nov 13, 11
TBN General My Best Season Nov 11, 11
Buy and Sell Blackburn Trak Stand Ultra Nov 11, 11
TBN General Saturday Morning Rides in November Nov 09, 11
TBN General Dinner/Dance Nov 09, 11
TBN General Swing Dancing Tonight Nov 05, 11
TBN General Looking for cyclists who have been involved in a road accident... Nov 01, 11
TBN General Looking for cyclists who have been involved in a road accident... Nov 01, 11
Buy and Sell 60cm Ridley Oval Fixie - $800 Oct 31, 11
Buy and Sell 2011 Trek Fuel EX 8 - 21.5" - Price Drop - $1700 Oct 31, 11
TBN General Swing Dancing this Saturday (Nov 5) Oct 31, 11
Buy and Sell WANTED: Dahon folding bike Oct 28, 11
Buy and Sell For sale. Trek 2200 WSD 47cm road bike Oct 25, 11
TBN General Unofficial Friday Night Rides Oct 20, 11
TBN General cyclist killed in ottawa Oct 19, 11
Buy and Sell FS: Specialized S-Works M4 Pro Road Bike Oct 17, 11
Buy and Sell FS: 2010 Specialized Tarmac Pro SL Sram 56 Oct 17, 11
TBN General Indoor Group Rides - on your own bike & trainer in Toronto! Oct 15, 11
Buy and Sell FS: Giant TCR Advanced, Dura Ace, $1200 obo Oct 14, 11
Buy and Sell WANTED: Winter booties for commuting Oct 12, 11
TBN General studded tires on the Martin Goodman trail Oct 11, 11

TBN Retailer Discount Program
TBN membership now has even more advantages! There are now 37 retailers, tour operators and fitness studios participating in the program. Discounts range from 5% - 35% depending on the business and the item or service. Full details about each business and the discounts they provide are available by clicking the links. Click on the pushpins to zoom in on particular retailers. Please remember that to qualify for these savings you must present your current TBN membership card at the time of purchase.
 
  Active Journeys   Badrockbikes.com   Bayview Cycle Centre
  Benjamin Sports   Bicycles at St. Clair   Bike Switzerland
  Bike Zone   Brown's Sports & Cycle   Chain Reaction Bicycles
  Curbside Cycle   Cycle Solutions (Beach)   Cycle Solutions (Cabbagetown)
  Cyclemania (Danforth)   Cyclepath (Mississauga)   Cyclepath (North Toronto)
  Cyclepath (Oakville)   D'Ornellas Bike Shop   Detour Publications
  Don Mills Optical   Fitfix Health and Wellness   Gears Bike & Ski Shop
  High Park Cycle & Sports   L & J Cycle   MBS Tandems
  Racer Sportif   Recumbent Trikes - Canada   RPM Spinning and Gravity Studio
  Running Skirts, Inc.   Scholz Adventure Travel   Set Me Free (High Park)
  Set Me Free (Little Italy)   Sweet Pete's Bike Shop   Tailwind Touring
  To Be Active   Urbane Cyclist   Velotech
  Wheel Excitement    
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