This Week's Chain of Events

Notes: Check the TBN Hotline (416-760-4191) 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.

Winter Fun in Toronto!
Cross Country Ski
with TBN

Bus daytrips from Toronto to the best xc ski areas in Southern Ontario
every Sunday

Tuesday, March 23, 2010

EDUCATION NIGHT: BIKE PREPARATION AND CLEAN-UP - Reba of Urbane Cyclist explains the importance of inspecting and cleaning your bike after a ride, Reba will discuss proper tire inflation, cleaning and lubrication of chains, hubs and bearings. Discover why a clean bike will work better and save money. PThere is safe free bike parking in the garage, car parking will be $2.50. Please call to register a place as seating is limited. 416-979-9733 Time: 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Urbane Cyclist, 180 John St. (between Spadina and University, just north of Queen)

Other News:

Trail Ride at Kolapore Uplands
Photo courtesy Dan Roitner

MARCH 2010 EDITION OF QUICK RELEASE - The March-April edition of Quick Release, TBN's bi-monthly newsletter, is available for download in Adobe Acrobat (pdf) format. Get it now: Download Quick Release March 2010

Bicycle Maintenance Course - (Mar 29, 2010) The Continuing Education Program of the Toronto District School Board again offers its popular Bicycle Maintenance course for Spring 2010 beginning March 29 over eight weeks on Monday nights at Leaside High School at the corner of Bayview and Eglinton Avenues and April 1 over eight weeks on Wednesday Nights at Central Tech (Bloor and Bathurst area.) Each course session runs from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. The course fee is $151 (Seniors 60+ $75). Registration is now open (fills up fast) through the TDSB web site or by calling the Continuing Education Office of the TDSB at 416-338-4000. The course conductor is Nani Reddy, a seasoned bicycle mechanic with a long association with the West End Bike Club and Bicycles Crossing Borders. This course is for those that are willing to get their hands dirty, from a beginner to the intermediate. Learn the mysteries of gears, all about brakes and gears. How all the different parts of a bike work, the differences between various models and types. Get to know the lingo and how to buy and replace various parts. Learn to overhaul your bicycles. Acquaint yourself about the different types of bicycles, to identify and troubleshoot problems. With a little practice you can do quite a lot. Get to know your horse, after all you ride it every day.

Toronto-Niagara-Toronto Overnight - (Jun 19-20, 2010) For 17 years now, we've cycled this lovely route that gets you to the heart of Niagara Falls on scenic and traffic-free back roads. From Toronto's High Park, 168 km each way. From Stoney Creek, 90 km each way. We provide maps, luggage transfer and motel accommodation. You provide your free-wheeling, determined spirit. For those training for the Hairshirt (June 27, 2010) or just looking for a challenge, optional "scenic" 187 and 200 km routes from High Park on the first day. Online registration opens March 23. Price includes maps, luggage transfer and motel accommodation:
1 person in one room: $110.00
2 persons in double room (two queen beds or 1 king bed): $60.00 each
2 persons in double room with Jacuzzi (one king bed): $80.00 each
Non-members are welcome for an additional $10 each.
Map and luggage transfer only: $15.

Toronto-Niagara-Toronto Hairshirt Classic - Test the limits of your endurance with this now classic double century challenge. The group departs Square One at sunrise and you'll have until midnight to complete the ride. Physical, mental and mechanical preparation are essential for a successful ride. Please contact Owen Rogers, email: hairshirt@tbn.ca to pre-register. A set of lights is mandatory for those participants who expect to finish after dusk (past the 13.5 hour mark). Check out the hairshirt page for complete information.

TBN Jersey News - The TBN custom jersey, made by ATAC Sportswear is now available *exclusively* at Cyclepath located at 2106 Yonge St, on the west side of Yonge just south of Eglinton. TBN Members, cost $60, non-members $89. Please remember that payment is by cheque only, made payable to the Toronto Bicycling Network. Note: TBN jerseys are no longer available from Urbane Cyclist.

THE ROAD AHEAD
Jun 19 - 20	Weekend Trip	Toronto-Niagara-Toronto Overnight
Jun 27	Classic Ride	Toronto-Niagara-Toronto Hairshirt Classic
Jul 30 - Aug 2	Cyclon	Cyclon 2010

576175 reads

Recent Postings to the TBN Messageboards

Forum	Subject	Posted on:
Buy and Sell	Thomson Masterpiece for sale	Mar 19, 10
Buy and Sell	Touring Tandem for sale	Mar 19, 10
Buy and Sell	Stumpjumper FSR PRO 2006 - $3200 OBO	Mar 19, 10
Buy and Sell	All Purpose Carrier for $40	Mar 19, 10
Buy and Sell	NEW Trek 2009 Madone 6.9 Pro Dura-Ace Bike.. $3,200	Mar 17, 10
Buy and Sell	used road bike wanted-small frame	Mar 13, 10
Buy and Sell	OPUS Staccato 2008	Mar 12, 10
TBN General	Suggestions (store, buying tips) for a Touring Bike	Mar 12, 10
Buy and Sell	For Sale: 20" Trek 7100 (2009) hybrid with extras (barely used)	Mar 12, 10
TBN General	FOUND - single pannier (downtown)	Mar 12, 10
TBN General	Mar/Apr Quick Release Editor's note	Mar 11, 10
Buy and Sell	52cm Pavan (made by Pinarello)	Mar 11, 10
TBN General	East Don Parklands and Betty Sutherland trail report	Mar 10, 10
TBN General	Google Maps bike directions	Mar 10, 10
TBN General	Looking for a Ride For Heart group?	Mar 10, 10
Buy and Sell	Updated-For Sale-Trek Multitrack 7700 Hybrid-$1200-O.B.O.	Mar 09, 10
Buy and Sell	Norco Eurosport Tri-A 4 Sale	Mar 09, 10
Buy and Sell	FOR SALE 2009 Kona Jake the Snake 52cm $1000	Mar 08, 10
Buy and Sell	BRAND NEW REYNOLDS 520 TRACK FRAME $375	Mar 08, 10
Buy and Sell	2008 Cycleops Pro300PT Spin Bike $1200	Mar 07, 10
TBN General	RAILPATH Toronto Phase 1 is now open!!	Mar 05, 10
TBN General	West-End Bike Mechanic available. 30 years experience, and reasonable prices for repairs.	Mar 05, 10
Buy and Sell	2 Maxxis Mofo XC 26x1.95" Mountain Bike Tires ($60)	Mar 05, 10
Buy and Sell	Road Bike Parts Available	Mar 03, 10
Buy and Sell	Road Bike for Sale 54cm	Mar 03, 10
TBN General	best bike mechanic downtown toronto	Mar 03, 10
TBN General	I could use a little help...	Feb 25, 10
Buy and Sell	For Sale 2009 Colnago CLX Full Carbon with Ultegra and Mavic Wheels 57 sloping ( 59 cm)	Feb 22, 10
TBN General	Toronto's Bixi plans in jeopardy	Feb 17, 10
TBN General	Toronto Cyclist Union	Feb 17, 10
Buy and Sell	Wanted: Shimano M515 or 520 pedals with 1/2 inch by 20 thread	Feb 10, 10
TBN General	Lake Ontario Ride	Feb 08, 10
TBN General	Toronto's New Bikeways - Free Event Feb 1 @ Metro Hall	Feb 01, 10
TBN General	World Cross Country Fitness Challenge www.c2cfit.com	Jan 29, 10
Buy and Sell	$2 all used bike parts - Jan 30 only	Jan 28, 10
TBN General	2010 Nomad Tours for Teens	Jan 26, 10
TBN General	Bicycling Cuba Book	Jan 26, 10
Buy and Sell	Need to Keep your Hands Warm while Cycling?	Jan 25, 10
TBN General	R.I.P. Alice Da Costa 1976-2010	Jan 23, 10
TBN General	Relaxed Road Bike Suggestions?	Jan 20, 10
Buy and Sell	Cervelo Soloist Carbon 2008 - full DuraAce 7800 - 56cm $2900	Jan 20, 10
Buy and Sell	CycleOps Fluid 2 Trainer NEW for sale $260	Jan 20, 10
TBN General	Tour de France/La Marmotte Trips	Jan 19, 10
TBN General	Here I go again...	Jan 16, 10
Buy and Sell	Graber - 2 bike trunk mounted carrier	Jan 16, 10
Buy and Sell	For Sale 2007 Cannondale Road Tandem $1200	Jan 13, 10
TBN General	Spin-A-Thon - Jan 30, Goodlife Fitness Burlington Mall -- Register NOW!	Jan 10, 10
Buy and Sell	Bike Trainer for sale - Minoura 500 - SOLD	Jan 03, 10
Buy and Sell	WANTED Light Bike for the Ride to Cancer to Niagara	Jan 01, 10
TBN General	Dufferin Bike lanes - Vaughan	Dec 29, 09

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.