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Weekend and Holiday Ride Schedule August 2011

Ride Schedule Notes
  • Ride schedule is subject to change. Check the web site the night before the ride to confirm all information.
  • Helmets are mandatory on all TBN rides.
  • Bring your membership card to show the Ride Leader.
  • Non-members are welcome for a $5 fee. This can be credited to the TBN membership fee (max. $5. credit).
Monday, August 1, 2011
Vandorf/Snowball      
Description:Short route heads to lunch at Jake's in Unionville. Long route lunches in Maple!
DirectionsMeet for a 10:00 a.m. departure at Finch Subway Park and Ride, northwest corner Yonge and Hendon Ave, one block north of Finch.
Distances:70, 85 & 96 kms
Classifications:Short Tourist, Sportif, Tourist
AprèsTim Hortons, east side of Yonge, north of Hendon
Heavenly Holiday      
Description:A two-hour exercise ride south on the Don Trail to the Martin Goodman Trail, across Queen's Quay, and then north past the Sky Dome.
DirectionsMeet for a 10:00 a.m. departure at King Edward's statue at the north end of Queen's Park (SE of St. George Subway station; south of the ROM)
Distance:32 km
Classification:Leisure Wheeler
AprèsThe Second Cup
Port Credit      
Description:A shorter ride for the Civic Holiday to pretty Port Credit along the Waterfront Trail.
DirectionsMeet for a 10:00 a.m. departure from the parking lot of the Grenadier cafe at High Park, 1 km. south of Bloor.
Distance:35 km
Classification:Easy Roller
AprèsGrenadier Café
Saturday, August 6, 2011
Toronto-Niagara-Go-Home      
Description:Third annual one-way ride to Niagara Falls with return by GO Train. Optional escarpment climb and descent. Return via GO Train at 7:20 pm (check schedule online before leaving Toronto.) This ride is most suitable for Tourists and Sportif, but is open to anyone who wishes to join. Check TBN website August 5 in case of cancellation due to rain.
DirectionsMeet for a 9:00 am departure on the NW corner of Queen's Quay and York Street.
Distances:150 & 155 kms
Classifications:Sportif, Tourist
AprèsTBA
Sunday, August 7, 2011
Too Good Picnic Express      
Description:Beat the heat, get a good ride in and still arrive at our annual club picnic at Too Good Pond in Unionville in time to mingle with riders from the other ride categories.
DirectionsMeet for an 8:30 a.m. sharp departure at Finch Subway Park & Ride (NW corner Yonge & Hendon).
Distances:105 & 130 kms
Classifications:Advanced Tourist, Tourist
AprèsTBA
Annual Club BBQ Ride (10:00 a.m.)      
Description:A Don't Miss Event! Five routes head east before converging on Too Good Pond in Unionville for our annual barbecue picnic. Food and fun for all classes of riders.
DirectionsMeet for 10:00 a.m. departure at Finch Subway Park & Ride (NW corner Yonge & Hendon).
Distances:35, 60, 75 & 105 kms
Classifications:Easy Roller, Leisure Wheeler, Short Tourist, Tourist
AprèsN/A
Cruise to the TBN Picnic      
Description:This Country Cruise has been specially designed so we can enjoy a ride in the country and still join other club members for annual picnic at Toogood Pond in Unionville. Starting from Stouffville the tour goes east over rolling terrain with a gentle dip south and then back west to Unionville.
DirectionsMeet for a 10:00 a.m. at the North Stouffville Free Park. To get to Stouffville drive north on Hwy 404 to Stouffeville Rd and then east to the Stouffville Free Park on the north side of Main St. past the train tracks and before Market St.
Distances:62 & 85 kms
Classification:Country Cruise
Sunday, August 14, 2011
Silver Creek Century      
Description:A century ride through Caledon with lunch in Inglewood.
DirectionsMeet for an 8:30 a.m. departure at Finch Subway Park and Ride, NW corner Yonge and Hendon Ave, one block north of Finch.
Distances:125, 143 & 165 kms
Classification:Advanced Tourist
Bolton Hammer Reloaded      
Description:No ride leader available. Maps will be available at 8:30. (tip: Yonge subway closed between Bloor and Eglinton on Sunday for track repairs.)
DirectionsMeet for a 10:00 a.m. departure at Finch Subway Park and Ride, northwest corner Yonge St and Hendon Ave, one block north of Finch.
Distances:87, 108 & 116 kms
Classifications:Advanced Tourist, Tourist
AprèsTBA
North by Northwest      
Description:Explore the asphalt trails of five (!) parks and followed by a stop for a picnic. Stores en route to pick up food.
DirectionsMeet for a 10:00 a.m. departure at Finch Subway Kiss and Ride, NW corner Yonge and Hendon, one block north of Finch Ave.
Distance:42 km
Classification:Leisure Wheeler
AprèsTim Hortons, east side of Yonge, north of Hendon/Bishop
Cynthia's Scenic North (Part 6)      
Description:There are still a few unexplored trails and quiet neighbourhoods that are worth seeing in the northern parts of Toronto. The route will explore the Downsview and Willowdale areas including York University and some trails along Black Creek and the West Don parklands.
DirectionsMeet in the parking lot of Finch Subway at the northwest corner of Yonge and Hendon for a 10:00 a.m. departure. Estimated completion time: 2:15 p.m.
Distance:49 km
Classification:Easy Roller
AprèsTim Hortons
Bowmanville Hill and Dale      
Description:A superb undulating ride east of Bowmanville, returning along Lake Ontario. On the short ride, you are advised to bring lunch. On the long route, the optional lunch in Port Hope adds a few km to the ride.
DirectionsMeet for a 10:00 a.m. departure in Bowmanville. Go east on Hwy 401 exiting at exit 432, Liberty St. Drive north on Liberty (RR14) to King St and right on King to Bowmanville Mall Plaza, King Street (Hwy 2) and Simpson Street; meet at the far end of the parking lot.
Distances:55, 90 & 117 kms
Classification:Country Cruise
Sunday, August 21, 2011
Queensville/Mt Albert Ride      
Description:A hilly route with a brief interlude in the Holland Marsh. Late lunch in Mt. Albert.
DirectionsMeet for an 8:30 a.m. departure at Finch Subway Park and Ride, northwest corner Yonge St and Hendon Ave, one block north of Finch.
Distances:120 & 140 kms
Classifications:Advanced Tourist, Tourist
Holland Marsh/Newmarket      
Description:A hilly but scenic route to Aurora for lunch. Long tour takes in the Marsh.
DirectionsMeet for a 10:00 a.m. departure at Finch Subway Park and Ride, northwest corner Yonge St and Hendon Ave, one block north of Finch.
Distances:79 & 104 kms
Classifications:Short Tourist, Tourist
On the Pioneer Trail      
Description:Follow the trail of the early settlers to Scarborough.
DirectionsMeet for 10:00 a.m. departure outside the Midland RT station on Midland Ave south of Progress and north of Ellesmere. If driving to park and meet at the Birkdale Community Centre, 1299 Ellesmere Rd., 0.5 km east of Midland Ave. in Scarborough. There is no parking at the Midland RT. Bring a lunch.
Distance:34 km
Classification:Leisure Wheeler
AprèsTBA
Eldorado Park      
Description:Travel through Mississauga and get rewarded with a beautiful lunch spot in Eldorado Park. Bring lunch or pick up something just before entering the park. This ride is at the top end of the Easy Roller category.
DirectionsMeet in the North TTC parking lot of Kipling Subway station for a 10:00 a.m. departure. The lot is closest to Dundas St. West and Subway Crescent.
Distance:65 km
Classification:Easy Roller
AprèsN/A
Cobourg-Rice Lake Ramble      
Description:This is one of the prettiest rides of the summer, spinning over hill and dale throughout the Northumberland countryside. With three route options, no one misses out on this truly spectacular terrain. Bring lunch for a picnic on the shore of Rice Lake. Store with picnic tables also available in Harwood.
DirectionsMeet for a 10:00 a.m. departure in Cobourg. Take Hwy 401 east to Exit 474 (Cobourg, Division Street.) Drive south on Division Street for 2.8 km, then turn right (west) at Albert Street. Drive west for 100m to the Second Street Parking Lot (on the north side of Albert Street). This free parking lot is at the corner of Albert Street and Second Street. Washrooms are located across from the parking lot, on the south side of Albert Street.
Distances:60, 74 & 88 kms
Classification:Country Cruise
Sunday, August 28, 2011
Simcoe Century/Mt. Albert      
Description:A quiet route to the shores of Lake Simcoe and back. Shorter option lunches in Mt. Albert.
DirectionsMeet for an 8:30 a.m. sharp departure at Finch Subway Park and Ride, northwest corner Yonge St and Hendon Ave, one block north of Finch.
Distances:115, 131 & 162 kms
Classifications:Advanced Tourist, Tourist
Musselman Lake/Mt Albert      
Description:Do the Musselman Lake run to lunch in Ballantrae, or keep going north to Mt. Albert.
DirectionsMeet for a 10:00 a.m. departure at Finch Subway Park and Ride, northwest corner Yonge St and Hendon Ave, one block north of Finch.
Distances:85 & 102 kms
Classifications:Advanced Tourist, Tourist
AprèsTBA
Humber Trail & Beyond      
Description:Enjoy the sights and sounds of the Humber Trail. MArc, the scheduled ride leader advises the distance has been cut to 47 km and will turn back at the Main Campus of Humber College. IMPORTANT: Pack a lunch for this trip as there are NO facilities to purchase food at or near the scheduled lunch stop!
DirectionsMeet in the parking lot of Etienne Brule Park for a 10:00 a.m. departure. Etienne Brule Park is located at the junction of Old Mill Rd and Old Mill Dr (around the corner and down the hill from the Old Mill subway station).
Distance:54 km
Classification:Leisure Wheeler
AprèsTBA
Oakville Odyssey      
Description:Go from the west side of Toronto to the gardens of Oakville. This new route largely avoids busy Lakeshore Ave. Lunch at Tim Horton's.
DirectionsMeet for a 10:00 a.m. departure in the south parking lot of Kipling Subway. The entrance to the parking lot is on Kipling Ave, south of the railway overpass.
Distance:73 km
Classification:Easy Roller
AprèsTim Hortons
Barrie To Bass Lake Beach Ride      
Description:Ride past the beautiful beaches and cottages/homes along the shores of Lake Simcoe then on through the rolling countryside north of Barrie to lunch at Bass Lake Provincial Park. The short route is flatter than the long route. Bring your lunch and bathing suit. Note: There is one general store but no restaurant on the route before Bass Lake. However, not far off the route (3km from Bass Lake) there is a mall with several fast food restaurants. Food also is available at Heidi's campground en route. Details will be on the map/route instructions.
DirectionsUpdated! New Start Point Meet for a 10:00 a.m. departure at Eastview Arena in Barrie. Take Highway 400 to Exit 102 at Duckworth Street. (This is the exit for Georgian College and the Royal Victoria Hospital). Go right (south) on Duckworth St about 0.5km to Grove St E. (KFC and Tim Hortons on northeast corner).Turn left onto Grove St. and go about 1.5 km to Eastview Arena (on the right).
Distances:63 & 92 kms
Classification:Country Cruise
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