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Weekend and Holiday Ride Schedule September 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).
Sunday, September 4, 2011
Eden Mills Century      
Description:A beautiful tour of the quiet, rolling roads of Halton with lunch in Rockwood. Short tour goes to Glen Williams.
DirectionsMeet for an 8:30 a.m. departure at Kipling Subway Park and ride, north lot, south of Dundas on Aukland, west of Kipling.
Distances:106, 145 & 163 kms
Classifications:Advanced Tourist, Tourist
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 a 10:00 a.m. departure at Kipling Subway Park and Ride, north lot.
Distances:95 & 115 kms
Classifications:Advanced Tourist, Tourist
AprèsTim Hortons, Dundas West at Aukland
Leisure Wheeler Country Cruise      
Description:A pretty ride along the shores of Lake Simcoe from Keswick to Sibbald Point Park. Bring lunch and a swim suit.
DirectionsMeet for 10:00 a.m. departure in Keswick. Go north on the 404 to Davis Dr and east to Woodbine Ave. Turn left and drive 20 minutes north to Keswick. North of the town turn left onto Old Homestead Road (garden centre on the right, and church on the left marks the corner.) Park at St. Thomas Aquinas Separate School on the northeast corner of Old Homestead Rd. and Metro Rd. Don't forget a bathing suit and lunch for our 1 hour lunch stop at the beach, with facilities, in Sibbald Point Park.
Distance:46 km
Classification:Leisure Wheeler
AprèsTBA
Tottenham Train Ride      
Description:"Steam" along an undulating route north and then west through the Caledon Hills. Those who wish to take some extra time in Tottenham can enjoy an excursion on a steam locomotive or a jaunt to a farmers' market. Note: the short ride does not go all the way to Tottenham.
DirectionsMeet for a 10:00 a.m. departure at the Mayfield Recreation Centre on the northeast corner of Bramalea Rd North and Mayfield Rd. The parking lot is a little further north on Bramalea, on the east side. To get there take Hwy 401 west to Hwy 410, then north to Mayfield Rd and east to Bramalea.
Distances:53 & 80 kms
Classification:Country Cruise
Cynthia’s Scenic Sites (Part 4)      
Description:If you experienced any of the other Cynthia rides, you really won't want to miss this one. From Lakeshore to Steeles, discover the most scenic neighbourhoods and hidden treasures in North York. The tour is evenly balanced between street and trail riding as we take you through the most affluent areas of the city.
DirectionsMeet for a 10:00 am departure at the Boardwalk Pub on the south side of Lakeshore Blvd. near Coxwell Ave. Parking is free nearby on both sides of Coxwell south of Eastern Ave. Estimated completion time: 4 pm
Distance:70 km
Classification:Easy Roller
AprèsTBA
Monday, September 5, 2011
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
Maple Bakery      
Description:This is the shorter holiday version of the ride to everyone's favourite bakery in 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, September 11, 2011
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
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.
Distances:79, 97 & 108 kms
Classifications:Short Tourist, Tourist
Pre-Century Ride      
Description:Prime yourself for the Alan Gordon Metric Century ride on 9/18 by doing this 62 km ride.
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:62 km
Classification:Leisure Wheeler
AprèsTBA
Cynthia's Scenic South (Part 7)      
Description:If you enjoyed last month's northern ride, you will equally enjoy this week's southern equivalent. This week's route will explore the most affluent neighbourhoods in the Forest Hill area and beyond.
DirectionsMeet for a 10:00 a.m. departure from the parking lot of the Grenadier cafe at High Park, 1 km. south of Bloor. Estimated completion time: 2:45 p.m.
Distances:53 & 57 kms
Classification:Easy Roller
AprèsGrenadier Café
Niagara Wine Lover's Tour      
Description:Wake up and smell the grapes. Tour the picturesque farmland, orchards, and vineyards of western Niagara Region, with many opportunities for tasting along the way. The ride is fairly gentle even when climbing the Escarpment.
DirectionsMeet for a 10:00 a.m. departure at the Lincoln Community Centre in Beamsville. Take QEW Niagara to Exit 64, Beamsville. Go south (right) on Ontario Street 2.5 km to John St. (at lights). Turn left on John St, go 200m, then turn right on to Central Ave. The Community Centre is on the left. Allow sufficient travel time - this is about 105 km from Yonge & Eglinton.
Distances:75 & 95 kms
Classification:Country Cruise
Sunday, September 18, 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
The Alan Gordon Metric Century      
Description:Travel along the lakeshore from Toronto into Oakville. Mostly level trails and quiet streets, many exit points if you get tired. Bring lunch. The ride will have two groups. The first group will ride at an Easy Roller pace. The second will ride at a Leisure Wheeler pace. 12th annual edition!
DirectionsMeet for a 9:30 a.m. departure at the Boardwalk Pub just east of Coxwell & Lakeshore in the eastern beaches area. Parking available at Woodbine Beach and free street parking is available on both sides of Coxwell Ave.
Distances:100 & 100 kms
Classifications:Easy Roller, Leisure Wheeler
AprèsTBA
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
Newcastle Navigator      
Description:Three beautiful ride options, which leave from Newcastle and head north-east to Port Hope for lunch. The long route is very hilly as it goes furthest north, the medium route is moderately hilly and the short route is relatively flat. After lunch, the rides return to Newcastle along the Lake Ontario shoreline.
DirectionsMeet for a 10:00 am departure at the Newcastle Public School parking lot on Glass Street in Newcastle. Take Highway 401 to the Mill Street, Newcastle exit (exit #440). Go north on Mill Street (towards the village of Newcastle) for 700 m. Turn right (east) on Edward Street for 300 m. Turn right (south) on Glass Street for 300 m. The school parking lot is at the end of Glass Street.
Distances:59, 73 & 98 kms
Classification:Country Cruise
Sunday, September 25, 2011
Hockley Road Hurricane      
Description:Now in its sixteenth year, this big looping route covers a lot familiar territory, plus the scenic part of the Hockley Road sandwiched in between.
DirectionsMeet at Finch Subway Park and Ride for an 8:30 a.m. SHARP departure.
Distances:111, 135 & 205 kms
Classifications:Advanced Tourist, Tourist
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:76, 96 & 118 kms
Classifications:Short Tourist, Sportif, Tourist
AprèsTBA
Taylor Creek Ride      
Description:Come and enjoy the bike paths in and around Taylor Creek Park.
DirectionsMeet for a 10:00 a.m. departure at Shoppers World, Danforth & Victoria Park, in front of Coffee Time Donuts
Distance:30 km
Classification:Leisure Wheeler
AprèsCoffee Time
High Park - Centennial - Port Credit      
Description:Parks and river banks is the theme of this scenic tour. Ride through two parks and along two river banks to lunch in Mississauga, with a return 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:54 km
Classification:Easy Roller
AprèsGrenadier Café
Georgetown-Equesing Hysterical Tour      
Description:If you missed this in August, here’s your chance to enjoy this popular route, especially appealing in pre-autumn weather. Multiple distance options avail all levels of rider to choose from 4 fabulous routes, each incorporating a selection of the best tree-lined, scenic roads in the area. The routes avoid traffic trouble spots in both Georgetown and Acton while catching all the best vistas and a few of those Halton Hills.
DirectionsMeet for a 10:00 a.m. departure at Stewarttown Public School. To get there go west on Hwy 401, travel north on Trafalgar Road to 15th Side Road. The school is on the southeast corner. (Make sure you do NOT go to Pineview School!)
Distances:54, 64, 74 & 94 kms
Classification:Country Cruise
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