As part of its mandate, the Toronto Bicycling Network (TBN) organizes a series of educational events addressing the varied interests of its members and other Toronto area cyclists. Our evening seminars, generally held on nights that won't conflict with your cycling schedule feature speakers drawn from the TBN membership and the cycling community at large.
TBN Education events are presented without charge unless explicitly noted otherwise and are open to the general public.
If you have any suggestions for topics you'd like to see covered in a future Education event or know of a particularly good speaker who will be of interest to our members, please contact TBN Education Director, Dinsmore Roach at education@tbn.ca
| Tue-Jan-20 | Bike Fit + Injury Prevention | |||
| Description: | Fit your bike for your body - improve your cycling and decrease the risk of injury. This popular lecture tells you how to adjust your bike to fit you better and prevent overuse injuries. Is your seat far enough forward? Is there too much pressure on your wrists? Do your pedal cleats work for your foot type? There are many easy things that you can do to make your bike more comfortable and more efficient for your body. Dr. Tracy Kish has spoken to TBN members for the past few years. She is a chiropractor who treats sports injuries. Don't miss this practical and helpful talk. | |||
| Location: | North Toronto Community Centre, 200 Eglinton Ave West. Time: 7 - 9 p.m. | |||
| Wed-Feb-25 | Bike Preparation And Clean-up | |||
| Description: | 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. Please call to register a place as seating is limited: 416-979-9733. Time: 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. | |||
| Location: | Urbane Cyclist, 180 John St. (between Spadina and University, just north of Queen) | |||
| Tue-Apr-21 | Tire Repair | |||
| Description: | Do you want to learn how to repair your punctures/flats and what tools you should have and carry with you? Come on out and learn from two fellow TBN members who will give a hands on demonstration. Please bring your front tire with you. If time permits, we can answer any nagging questions you have on bicycles. Parking is available in the underground garage for both bikes and cars. Cars $2.50 bikes free. Time: 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. | |||
| Location: | North Toronto Community Centre, Committee Room B, 200 Eglinton Ave. West. three blocks west of Yonge St. | |||
| Thu-May-28 | Cycle Africa Slide Show | |||
| Description: | Ever wondered what it is like to cycle Africa? Come out and hear Dave Bouskill and Deb Corbeil describe how they turned a New Year's Resolution into an adventure of a lifetime. Follow their journey from Cairo, Egypt to Capetown, South Africa as they explore some of the most remote corners of Africa from the seat of a bicycle. Their 1 hour and 15 minutes long multimedia presentation, filled with photos and video gives a real sense of how difficult yet exciting participating in the world's longest bike race can be. Questions will be taken after the show. Parking is available in the underground garage for both bikes and cars. Cars $2.50 bikes free. Time: 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. | |||
| Location: | North Toronto Community Centre, Committee Room B, 200 Eglinton Ave. West. three blocks west of Yonge St. | |||
| Wed-Jul-22 | Tour de France Night | |||
| Description: | Come on out and watch Stage 17, 169.5 km Le Grand-Bornand. This is the second to last mountain stage before Mt. Ventoux to see if Lance can make a come back and wear the maillot jaune. Make it an evening with fellow TBN members by having a meal and drinks. TIOOYK! | |||
| Location: | Sports Centre Cafe, 49 St Clair West (St.Clair & Yonge St.) 1 block west of Yonge. Time: 8:00 p.m. | |||
| Tue-Sep-22 | Garmin GPS Seminar | |||
| Description: | Trying to get the most out of your Garmin GPS or still thinking about purchasing one? Alan Bell, a fellow TBNer, will discuss the different models and their functions. Alan will explain how to use the technology to create routes and maps. Time: 7-9 p.m. | |||
| Location: | Downtown YMCA (20 Grosvenor St, west of Yonge St) in the Tippet Room. | |||
| Thu-Dec-03 | Making Maps and Cue Sheets - Tips and Techniques | |||
| Description: | Would you like to make a new cycling route, or modify an existing one? Is there a better or an easier way? Come to a seminar and round table discussion on the "best practices" of making your map and cue sheets. No tech, low tech, and software assisted techniques will be discussed. This evening is for novice and expert alike. Come and share your favourite techniques. Please RSVP sandbanks@tbn.ca to ensure a spot. Time: 7-9 p.m. | |||
| Location: | North Toronto Memorial Community Centre, 200 Eglinton Ave W (just west of Yonge) |