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Weekend & Holiday Ride Schedule May 2009

Ride Schedule Notes
  • Ride schedule is subject to change. Listen to the HOTLINE 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).
Sunday, May 3, 2009
Black Horse Century      
Description:A hilly century exploring the northernmost reaches of Caledon and New Tecumseth with lunch in Alliston. 135 km option lunches in Tottenham. Short tour settles for lunch in Bolton.
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:105, 135 & 165 kms
Classifications:Advanced Tourist, Tourist
AprèsTim Hortons
Scarborough Bluffs      
Description:Enjoy the view from the edge of the Bluffs; return via the Martin Goodman Trail and some city streets. Pack a lunch.
DirectionsMeet for a 10:00 a.m. departure at King Edward's Statue, at the north end of Queen's Park
Distance:38 km
Classification:Leisure Wheeler
AprèsTim Hortons
Maple Bakery      
Description:A shortened version of the ride to Centro Bakery in Maple. Mostly on quiet streets.
DirectionsMeet for a 10:00 a.m. departure at Finch Subway Kiss and Ride, northwest corner Yonge St and Hendon Ave, one block north of Finch.
Distance:35 km
Classification:Easy Roller
AprèsTim Hortons
Kettleby/Schomberg      
Description:Three routes ride through the historic village of Kettleby, before diverging to lunch stops in Maple or Schomberg.
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:72, 108 & 116 kms
Classifications:Short Tourist, Sportif, Tourist
AprèsTBA
Sutton/Lake Simcoe Tour      
Description:A scenic jaunt along the cottage-lined shores of Lake Simcoe and the surrounding countryside. Bring your lunch for a picnic by the lake.
DirectionsMeet for a 10:00 a.m. departure at the Peter Gzowski Library in Sutton. Take Hwy 404 north, Davis Drive east, Hwy 48 north. Go left on High St. into Sutton. Right on Dalton Rd. Left on Black River Rd. to the Peter Gzowski Library.
Distances:64 & 84 kms
Classification:Country Cruise
Sunday, May 10, 2009
Lakeridge Pancake Ride      
Description:Head to Hy Hopes Apple Farm in Glen Major for fresh-baked cookies and butter tarts. Bring a sandwich or have brunch at the annual Durham Kiwanis Pancake Weekend.
DirectionsMeet for an 8:30 a.m. departure at Finch Park & Ride northwest corner, Yonge and Hendon Ave, one block north of Finch.
Distances:123 & 137 kms
Classification:Advanced Tourist
Leslie Street Spit      
Description:Cycle to the lighthouse at the end of the Spit to view the spectacular Toronto skyline; then return via the Don and Taylor Creek Trails.
DirectionsMeet for a 10:00 a.m. departure at the Boardwalk Pub, just east of Coxwell Ave on Lakeshore Blvd.
Distance:30 km
Classification:Leisure Wheeler
AprèsBoardwalk Pub
Kingsway Ride      
Description:Wander the lovely neighbourhood back streets of Etobicoke.
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:35 km
Classification:Easy Roller
AprèsTBA
Stouffville/Goodwood      
Description:Two routes cycle up to Stouffville for a spot of lunch at the Lion of Whitchurch pub. The third lunches in Goodwood.
DirectionsMeet for a 10:00 a.m. departure at Finch Subway Park and Ride, northwest corner Yonge and Hendon, one block north of Finch. Rescheduled!
Distances:79, 97 & 108 kms
Classifications:Short Tourist, Tourist
Triple H - Hornby Halton Hills (to Lowville)      
Description:True to form the hills of Halton loom. Enjoy this route as it takes you to Lowville for a picnic lunch in the park.
DirectionsMeet for a 10:00 a.m. departure at Hornby Park. Exit Hwy 401 westbound at Trafalgar Rd, then head north to Steeles Ave and west to Sixth Line.
Distances:67, 85 & 98 kms
Classification:Country Cruise
Sunday, May 17, 2009
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
Maple Bakery Ride      
Description:Head north for brunch at TBN's favourite bakery. New route!
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:35 km
Classification:Leisure Wheeler
AprèsTim Hortons, east side of Yonge, north of Hendon/Bishop
Centennial Park - Dim Sum Ride      
Description:North on Humber Trail. West on Eglinton Trail, through Centennial Park and quiet industrial streets. Lunch in famous Dim-sum Restaurant or Tim Horton's for those who prefer coffee and donuts. This Ride is mostly on Trails and quiet industrial streets.
DirectionsMeet in the parking lot of Etienne Brule Park for a 10:00 a.m. sharp 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:47 km
Classification:Easy Roller
AprèsTBA
Schomberg to Caledon East      
Description:A ride in the lovely countryside north of Schomberg with lunch in Caledon East. Rolling terrain.
DirectionsMeet for a 10:00 a.m. departure at the arena in Schomberg. Take exit 55 off Hwy 400 and head west on C.R. 9 to 20th Side Road (first road west of Hwy 27) and head south on 20th Side Road to the arena. (The arena is just west of Main Street.)
Distances:74 & 93 kms
Classification:Country Cruise
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
Monday, May 18, 2009
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, Queen's Park. The statue is at the north end of the park, due south of the intersection of Bloor St West and Avenue Rd.
Distance:32 km
Classification:Leisure Wheeler
AprèsThe Second Cup
Maple Bakery      
Description:Wend your way to a terrific lunch stop at Centro Bakery in the town of Maple.
DirectionsMeet for a 10:00 a.m. departure at Finch Subway Kiss and Ride, northwest corner Yonge St and Hendon Ave, one block north of Finch.
Distance:35 km
Classification:Easy Roller
AprèsTim Hortons
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
Sunday, May 24, 2009
Ballinafad-Inglewood      
Description:A new twist on an old favourite via the backroads of Halton. Short tour heads to Glen Williams.
DirectionsMeet for an 8:30 a.m. departure at the north parking lot of Kipling Subway Station, on Subway Crescent, south of Dundas and west of Kipling.
Distances:122, 140 & 163 kms
Classifications:Advanced Tourist, Sportif, Tourist
AprèsTim Hortons, NW corner Dundas St. W at Aukland
Scarborough See the Geese      
Description:Explore the asphalt trails of Morningside and Col. Danforth parks en route to the mouth of the Rouge River. Bring lunch.
DirectionsMeet for a 10:00 a.m. departure at Kennedy Subway Park & Ride (south lot on Transway Crescent, south of Eglinton and east of Kennedy)
Distance:40 km
Classification:Leisure Wheeler
AprèsTim Hortons
Rouge Beach Park      
Description:Visit the Scarborough Bluffs, St. Augustine's Seminary, Guildwood Park, Highland Creek, and Port Union Park. Be sure to pack a lunch. Stopover at the Guildwood Bakery for a refreshment break.
DirectionsMeet for a 10:00 a.m. departure at the Boardwalk Pub, just east of the foot of Coxwell Ave., in the Woodbine Beach parking lot.
Distance:60 km
Classification:Easy Roller
AprèsTBA
The Shelter Valley Shuffle      
Description:Explore the wonderful rolling hills and views north and east of Port Hope. This ride travels along some favourite, tree lined roads of the area, including Shelter Valley. The lunch spot is on the grounds of the Baltimore Community Centre. Note: Bring your own lunch. Snacks and drinks available at general store just before the lunch spot.
DirectionsMeet for a 10:00 a.m. departure at Port Hope Town Hall. Take Hwy 401 east to exit #461, follow Hwy 2 to downtown Port Hope. The Town Hall is located at 56 Queen St.
Distances:58, 70 & 99 kms
Classification:Country Cruise
Glen Williams Tour      
Description:Two routes to the town of Glen Williams for lunch at Glen Oven Bakery or a picnic in the park by the Credit River.
DirectionsMeet for an 10:00 a.m. departure at Kipling Subway Park and Ride, north lot.
Distances:93 & 122 kms
Classifications:Advanced Tourist, Tourist
AprèsTim Hortons, Dundas West at Aukland
Sunday, May 31, 2009
Lakeridge-Port Perry      
Description:Ride to Port Perry. Short routes head to Hy Hopes Apple Farm in Glen Major for fresh-baked cookies and butter tarts. Bring a sandwich!
DirectionsMeet for an 8:30 a.m. departure at Finch Subway Park and Ride, northwest corner Yonge and Hendon.
Distances:123 & 145 kms
Classification:Advanced Tourist
Secrets of Scarborough      
Description:Some hidden treasures of this suburb, as revealed by a long-time resident.
DirectionsMeet for 10:00 a.m. departure at Shoppers World, Danforth & Victoria Park, in front of Coffee Time (one block south of the Victoria Park Subway Park & Ride).
Distance:32 km
Classification:Leisure Wheeler
AprèsCoffee Time
Humber River Trail      
Description:Follow the trails of the Humber. $5 non-members fee waived. Helmets mandatory (as always).
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:52 km
Classification:Easy Roller
AprèsTBA
ABC Tour - Alliston, Borden, Creemore      
Description:Revised routes, avoiding Angus and Utopia. A fairly easy ride with some gently rolling hills near Alliston and near Creemore. The long route has a scenic and hilly loop through Glen Huron. Bring a picnic lunch for the short ride. Medium and long rides have lunch in Creemore.
DirectionsMeet for a 10:00 a.m. departure in the Town of Alliston, at the public parking lot at end of Mill St. Take Hwy 400 north to exit 75, Cookstown. Go west on Highway 89 about 18 km to Church St. - the second intersection with traffic lights west of the train tracks. Mill St. is the next street west of Church St. Do not park at the Beer Store. Allow sufficient travel time - this is about 80 km from Yonge St and Highway 401. No washrooms at the starting point, so stop at the MacDonalds at exit 75, or at Tim Hortons in Cookstown or Alliston.
Distances:65, 93 & 106 kms
Classification:Country Cruise
Stouffville Cruise      
Description:Two routes cycle up to Stouffville for a spot of lunch at the Lion of Whitchurch pub. The third lunches in Goodwood.
DirectionsMeet for a 10:00 a.m. departure at Finch Subway Park and Ride, northwest corner Yonge and Hendon, one block north of Finch.
Distances:75, 97 & 108 kms
Classifications:Short Tourist, Tourist
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