Arrive: Start 6:15 Sharp arrive 15 mins. early;
Starting Point: Ardrossan Rec Centre Southwest Parking Area
Skill Level:Slower riders (15-22 kmph av.)
Bikes: road, touring bikes; e-bikes; well maintained
Ride Leaders:various; for information contact Terry Fannon, Rides Coordinator, at terryfannon524@gmail.com
Route Maps: Go to on RideWithGPS on club website; click on Collections; open Tuesday Ardrossan Ride box and select ride by date
Ride Description: Come and enjoy the beautiful rolling hills of Strathcona County. We try to stay on quiet roads with good tarmac but occasionally need to cross higher-traffic roadways. Use RideWithGPS or find a ‘buddy’ in the group if riding alone is not your preference; everyone is friendly! Distances will increase over the season as cyclists build endurance.
Note: If you are a slower rider, this group is right for you; do not discourage yourself by starting with faster riders who, naturally, leave you in the dust.
Stamina Builder Ardrossan 60 (Sunday AM)
Dates: April 11-Aug 29
Time: Start 9:30 AM; arrive 15 mins. before start;
Start: Meet at SE corner of parking lot at Ardrossan Rec Centre 80- 1st Ave., Ardrossan
Ride Leader: Terry Fannon
Skill level/distance/appropriate bike: Novice-intermediate; progressive 25-60km; road or e-bike
Route maps: Go to website RideWithGPS (top bar); click on link to RideWithGPS; select Collections; select Stamina Builder Ardrossan—Target 60 box; select map by date & distance
Ride Description: This ride series is designed for new riders or experienced riders looking for shorter distances with opportunity to progressively build endurance to reach 60kms or just get into good cycling fitness. A focus of each ride will be safe cycling in a group. Bring your well-maintained bike and cell phone for an enjoyable tour on good roads with some rolling hills in the beautiful County of Strathcona. Participants need to be able to read a map or ride with someone who can. These rides usually go rain or shine unless there is imminent danger to cyclists.
Questions about Stamina Builder Ardrossan—Target 60? Contact Terry Fannon at tfannon@shaw.ca or 780-718-5962 (cell).
RIDE SAFELY; MAKE SAFETY YOUR PRIORITY
Stamina Builder Ardrossan 100 (Sunday AM) Intermediate
Dates: April 11-Aug 29
Time: Start 9:15 AM; arrive 15 mins. before start;
Start: Meet at SE corner of parking lot at Ardrossan Rec Centre 80- 1st Ave., Ardrossan
Ride Leaders: Various
Skill level/distance/appropriate bike: Intermediate; progressive 25-100km; road or faster e-bike
Route maps: Go to website RideWithGPS (top bar); click on link to RideWithGPS; select Collections; select Stamina Builder Ardrossan—Target 100 box; select map by date & distance
Ride Description: A charter ride for EBTC (previously called Target the Tour), this ride series enables intermediate riders to progressively build endurance to reach 100km or just get into good cycling fitness. A focus of each ride will be safe cycling in a group. Bring your well-maintained bike and cell phone for an enjoyable tour on good roads with some rolling hills in the beautiful County of Strathcona. Participants need to be able to read a map or ride with someone who can. These rides usually go rain or shine unless there is imminent danger to cyclists.
Questions about Stamina Builder Ardrossan—Target 100? Contact Terry Fannon at tfannon@shaw.ca or 780-718-5962 (cell).
RIDE SAFELY; MAKE SAFETY YOUR PRIORITY
Dates: Mondays, May 31- June 28
Time: Arrive at 6:00PM for a 6:15PM sharp start; anticipate 1-2hrs.
Starting Point: Hazeldean School, 6715-97 St; parking lot at North end; wear a mask in parking lot; must wear helmet on ride and have bell on bike.
Ride Leader:Terry Fannon, Pam Young and Rob Strashok
Skill level/distance/appropriate bike: Recreational cyclists including new riders and those who have been off the bike for a while.Hybrids, e-bikes, mountain and fat bikes welcome! Distance 14-18 km based on participant interest.
Route Maps: Not required; group will ride and regroup together
Ride Description: Come for a leisurely ride on paved bike paths and marked bike lanes. Gain comfort and confidence riding safely in a group. Get tips from experienced ride leaders about bike handling and group riding for optimum safety. We will stop for “teachable moments” and maybe for coffee if you wish (and if services are nearby). Plan for 2 hours total.
RIDE SAFELY; MAKE SAFETY YOUR PRIORITY
Arrive: Start 5:45, 6 or 6:15 (select preferred start time when registering); arrive 15 mins. early; wear a mask in parking area
Starting Point: Ardrossan Rec Centre Southwest Parking Area
Skill Level*: Novice / Intermediate
Bikes: Touring bikes, Road bikes, e-bikes
Ride Leaders:various; for information contact Terry Fannon, Rides Coordinator, at terryfannon524@gmail.com
Route Maps: Go to on RideWithGPS on club website; click on Collections; open Tuesday Ardrossan Ride box and select ride by date
Ride Description:
Come and enjoy the beautiful rolling hills of Strathcona County. We try to stay on quiet roads with good tarmac but occasionally need to cross higher-traffic roadways. Use RideWithGPS or find a ‘buddy’ in the group if riding alone is not your preference; everyone is friendly! Distances will increase over the season as cyclists build endurance. Early on, sunset is 8:20PM so bring a front light and tail light.
When registering, if the ride is “full”, please add yourself to the waitlist. We will try our best to provide additional rides to accommodate the interest.
