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RIDE SCHEDULE & DESCRIPTIONS - 2011
For specific ride dates please see the Ride Calendar located in the club discussion forums. The latest details for all club rides and events are posted on the Ride Calendar. Members may post questions or comments specific to each calendar event.
The SRCC offers four organized rides during the week, on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday evenings, along with regularly scheduled Wednesday Time Trials. Rides typically depart at 6:30pm from the shop, unless otherwise posted in the forums. Early or late-season rides often start earlier due to limited amount of daylight.
NEW for 2011 is the Wednesday night ride, which will be a lower-paced, more inclusive ride. Based on club member feedback from the past season we have added this ride to allow riders of all skill levels and fitness to participate in club rides and to encourage new riders to join.
As demand warrants, additional rides on other days will be added provided ride coordinators can be found and participation maintains.
There will also be special weekend events on non-race weekends throughout the year. If you have suggestions please send us an email.
If you would be willing to act as one of our ride coordinators, please send us an email.
Please be sure to review the guidelines for club rides prior to showing up for a ride. All rules must be understood and followed by all club members for safety of all individual members and the club as an entity.
All rides depart promptly at the designated start time, and are cancelled in case of rain or snow.
Monday Women's Road Ride:
This ride is a dedicated women's ride geared towards the fit and skilled female rider who can ride at a moderate pace while keeping up with the latest social talk at the same time. This ride is designed for women with experience in road cycling who are looking for a pace that is quicker than the Wednesday night but less than Thursday night. The focus is less upon sprinting and being the first to the top of the hills and more about enjoying a brisk ride in the company of fellow female cyclists. This ride will have a designated leader who will lead along a preset route and will occur every Monday.
| Meeting Location: | Grange & Victoria plaza parking lot | |
| Pace: | MODERATE (26-29km/hr) | |
| Route: | Various (see website for routes) | |
| Meeting Time: | usually 6:15pm - see Calendar posting for specific ride for more details | |
| Duration: | 1.5 to 2.0 hours | |
| Ride Coordinators: | Various |
Tuesday Night Road Ride:
aka "The World Championship Ride" - All out riding, blue sign sprints and KOM points up for grabs. Pirate tactics in full effect, recommended is the ability to pedal with tunnel vision. No ride leader for this night. Average speed approximately 35kph or higher.
This ride is our primary training ride for those looking for a hard workout. These are race specific training rides. All club members are welcome, however if you get dropped the group likely won't wait for you. If you're unsure of your fitness you will want to try out the Wednesday or Thursday night rides first.
| Meeting Location: | Grange & Victoria plaza parking lot | |
| Pace: | FAST | |
| Route: | Various (see website for routes) | |
| Meeting Time: | usually 6:15pm - see Calendar posting for specific ride details | |
| Duration: | 1.5 to 2.5 hours | |
| Ride Coordinators: | none |
Wednesday Night Relaxed Ride:
A relaxed ride. This ride will be led by a designated ride leader, along a preset route. This ride is open to all club riders who meet the necessary bicycle and safety requirement guidelines for club rides. No riders will be dropppd from the group, and ride etiquette as well as group riding skills will be emphasized. Faster riders may enjoy this as a recovery ride. Average speed will vary, but may be ~25kph. Riders off the front will no longer be part of the group ride.
| Meeting Location: | Grange & Victoria plaza parking lot | |
| Pace: | EASY | |
| Route: | Various (see website for routes) | |
| Meeting Time: | usually 6:15pm - see Calendar posting for specific ride details | |
| Duration: | 1.5 to 2.0 hours | |
| Ride Coordinators: | Various |
Thursday Night Road Ride:
Tempo/sprint riding. Sign sprints and KOMs up for grabs, this is a good stepping stone between the Wednesday and Tuesday rides. These rides will be led by a designated ride leader, and will regroup after sprints and climbs. The pace will vary, and some fitness is required to keep up with faster riders. Average approximately 30-35kph. Riders comfortable with Wednesday rides are encouraged to try Thursday rides as well. A great way to practice sprint tactics and still enjoy the ride.
| Meeting Location: | Grange & Victoria plaza parking lot | |
| Pace: | MODERATE | |
| Route: | Various (see website for routes) | |
| Meeting Time: | usually 6:15pm - see Calendar posting for specific ride details | |
| Duration: | 1.5 to 2.0 hours | |
| Ride Coordinators: | Various |
Wednesday Night TT:
Our five event Individual Time Trial series!
Held on the third Wednesday of each month from May through September this series allows members to test their fitness against the clock. And since the same course is used for each TT, it's a great way to measure training progression throughout the season.
Results from each event are scored and awards will be given at the end of the season. A handicapping system will help ensure a level playing field.
The course is a 17km long out-and-back route on the rolling hills of Fourth Line East just north of County Road 51 (road to Ariss).
Riders are reminded to exercise caution during the TT, especially at the turn around, as the roads are open and vehicles can be expected.
Course Record: Anton Varabei 23:52.17 42.73 km/hr (August 18/10)
| Meeting Location: | Start Line - 4th Line East, just north of County Road 51 (road to Ariss) | |
| Pace: | N/A - individual effort | |
| Route: | Click For Map | |
| Meeting Time: | Sign-in: 6:45pm, First rider start: 7:00pm | |
| Duration: | Various | |
| Ride Coordinators: | Steve Head |