Elbow Valley Cycle Club upcoming events

Ghost Dam to Waiparous, Int, 78km, 624m, VicUrban (Tuesday, July 07, 2026)

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Make like a cowboy and get out of Dodge

Coordinator: Vic U

Difficulty: Intermediate

Distance: 78 km

Elevation: 624 M (a few steeper climbs)

Pace: 22-25 km/h

Parking: Ghost Dam Recreation Area

E-Bikes allowed: Yes, pedal assist only

This is a scenic ride the Forestry Trunk Rd during Stampede so it should be quiet

From the Ghost Lake parking lot, we head East on 1A for 4.5 km, then north and northwest on Highway 40 (Forestry Trunk Road) through Waiparous. At km 28.7 km, keep right and continue on H 40 to the end of the pavement (3 km more). Then return to the intersection with Richards Road (km 34.6), keep right and cycle Richard Road to the end of the pavement. On the return, we stop on the south side of the Ghost River by the bridge for a lunch break beside the river. We then continue on Richards road, turn right onto H 40 and return on H 40 and 1A back to the parking lot.

There will be no sweep as this is essentially an out and back. We will have a tailgate party in the parking lot at the end of the ride. Some cyclists swim in Ghost Lake after the ride to cool off on hot days.

Safety:

Narrow shoulders on Highway 40.
Limited cell service
No services (food/water)
Narrow shoulders on Highway 1A bridge crossing over Ghost Lake.
Steep approaches to the other two bridge crossings. Bridges are single lane and alternating traffic. They also have wooden decks so watch for cracks or missing boards.
Steep descent on return to Highway 1A intersection from Highway 40. (Steep climb the other way obviously.)

Balzac Loop, Int, 92kms, 420m, JimSimms (Tuesday, July 07, 2026)

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT

RIDE - LEVEL: Intermediate

Coordinator: Jim Simms

Distance:  92 km

Pace:  16 - 24 km/hr. Leisurely ride.

Total Ascent:  420 m

E-Bikes: Yes

Guests: Guests are allowed on this ride. Members - you can add non-member as your guest at the same time you register yourself. The guest must fill out the waiver found on our website under Join Us/Guest Waiver, then email this to guest@elbowvalleycc.org. Non-members: If you are interested in joining this event as the coordinators guest, please fill out the waiver on our website under Join Us/Guest Waiver, then email this to:  guest@elbowvalleycc.org. The coordinator will then add you to the event.

Ride Notes:   Ride on City pathways, residential streets and some secondary highways. We will ride the loop counter clockwise. We will have lunch at the MacDonalds in the Iron Mills Shopping centre. WARNING: There are approx 5 kilometers of gravel roads / pathways.

Tuesday Tuneup Springbank, Adv, 50km, 500m, HeatherOpseth (Tuesday, July 07, 2026)

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Coordinator: Heather Opseth

Level: For advanced/experienced road riders, must be comfortable with paceline riding.

Distance: 50 km

Pace (2-3 groups):

Advanced group(s) - 25-27+ kph average speed

Advanced+ group - 28-30+ kph average speed (may be self-guided)

For advanced/experienced road riders, must be comfortable with paceline riding. Ride at your own pace on hill segments, regroup after each climb.

Elevation Gain: 500 m
In honour of the Calgary Stampede, this route includes Lariat Loop, Rodeo Ridge, and Calling Horse Estates. And, the map includes three lassos. Yah Hoo!

Parking spot is the Eden Brook Funeral Home, off Lower Springbank Road (see route map for exact location).

Newcomers welcome. There will be good company and a social atmosphere. If you are unsure about the speed, pacelining format, and difficulty level of the ride, please contact the coordinator in advance.

Ghost River-Waiparous, Int, 78km, 624m, LyleOpseth (Thursday, July 09, 2026)

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Coordinator: Lyle Opseth

Difficulty: Intermediate

Distance: 78 km

Elevation: 624 m (a few steeper climbs)

Pace: 21-24 km/h, no sweep

Parking: Ghost Dam Recreation Area

E-Bikes allowed: Yes

Guests allowed: Yes

It's time for a ride along the Ghost River Valley, one of our favourite routes! This is a scenic ride following the Ghost River best ridden on mid-weekdays when the roads are quietest.

There is no sweep as this is an out and back ride.

There is a snack stop on the south side of the Ghost River Bridge on Richards Road (see marker on the map). We will stop on the return from the turn around at the end of Richards Road.

The ride will end with a tailgate party at Ghost Lake after the ride so bring your lawn chair and some post-ride recovery snacks. Some brave cyclists swim in Ghost Lake after the ride to cool off on hot days.

Route details:

From the Ghost Lake parking lot, we head East on 1A for 4.5 km, then north and northwest on Highway 40 (Forestry Trunk Road) through Waiparous. At km 28.7 km, keep right and continue on H 40 to the end of the pavement (3 km more). Then return to the intersection with Richards Road (km 34.6), keep right and cycle Richard Road to the end of the pavement. On the return, we stop on the south side of the Ghost River dam for a lunch break beside the river. We then continue on Richards road, turn right onto H 40 and return on H 40 and 1A back to the parking lot.

Safety:

Narrow shoulders on Highway 40 (Forestry Trunk Road)
Limited cell service
No services (i.e., food, water)
Narrow should on highway 1A bridge crossing over Ghost Lake
The two bridges on highway 40 have steep approaches, are signle lane with alternating traffic and have wooden decks (so watch for cracks or missing boards and uneven surfaces)
Steep descent on the return to the Highway 1A intersection from Highway 40 (and a steep climb the other way obviously)

Tuesday Tuneup Springbank, Adv, 50km, 500m, HeatherOpseth (Tuesday, July 14, 2026)

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Coordinator: Heather Opseth

Level: For advanced/experienced road riders, must be comfortable with paceline riding.

Distance: 50 km

Pace (2-3 groups):

Advanced group(s) - 25-27+ kph average speed

Advanced+ group - 28-30+ kph average speed (may be self-guided)

For advanced/experienced road riders, must be comfortable with paceline riding. Ride at your own pace on hill segments, regroup after each climb.

Elevation Gain: 400 m
Not as hilly this week... The route includes the fun bike path around Harmony Golf Course. It is usually quiet in the evenings, however please watch out for walkers and dogs and be courteous to other trail users.

Parking spot is the Eden Brook Funeral Home, off Lower Springbank Road (see route map for exact location).

Newcomers welcome. There will be good company and a social atmosphere. If you are unsure about the speed, pacelining format, and difficulty level of the ride, please contact the coordinator in advance.

Drumheller Multi Day Loop 160km, Helen Hayes (Friday, July 17, 2026)

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:00:00 GMT

This is such a fun event and an easy drive from Calgary that we have done several times in the past.

Join us for three days of cycling in the Drumheller Badlands and attend the 31st annual PASSION PLAY, the epic story of faith, hope & love based on the life of Christ portrayed on Canada's largest outdoor stage. It is a fabulous production using the badlands as a backdrop with local residents as many of the actors. If you are not a believer now, you might renew your faith as the sun goes down over the hoodoos, and evening sky turns blue to pink.

You need to book & pay for your accommodations and bring or purchase your meals during the event. There is a fee to hold your spot, cover Play cancellation and coordinator's out of pockert expenses & group snacks. See details below.

Camping and RV sites are available at the River Grove Campground in Drumheller - call 403-823-6655 or reserve on line. The Travelodge Motel is the closest indoor option to the campground - call 403-823-5302.

Itinerary:

There are options to ride the complete distance or shorten each day. Ebikes are allowed and welcomed.

Friday - arrive and set up camp around noon. Ride to Wayne across the 11 bridges and back. We will stop at the Roadhouse Bed & Barbeque Bar in Rosedale on our return for an early group dinner. Approximately 30 km out and back.

http://www.roadhousebedandbbq.ca/

Saturday - Ride east to the ghost town of Dorothy with stops at East Coulee and the Atlas Coal Mine. After a snack or lunch break at Dorothy we will challenge the last hill then return to Drumheller with an optional stop at the Rosedale suspension bridge. From there it is approximately 7 km back to Drumheller along the paved pathway. 70 km total.

Shorter Saturday Ride: Ride to East Coulee (22 km one way) or the Atlas Mine, (24km one way) with a stop at the Rosedale Suspension Bridge.

Once you have registered and we have at least 10 participants, I will purchase the tickets (at a discounted group rate) and you will be billed $75. Any extra collected will be refunded to the participants.

Also, note that the ampitheater is a few kilometers out of Drumheller and there is a parking cost. We should plan to carpool & can organize this during a group meeting prior to the weekend. Parking passes are $8 per vehicle in advance or $10 at the gate. Badlands Ampitheatre Parking Pass Page

Sunday - First we need to take down camp and check out of our accommodations. We will aim for a later start, perhaps 10:00 OR 10:30. Riding west, we will crowd into the Little Church, say a prayer of gratitude for the day, stop at Horsethief Canyon Lookout (18km) and continue down to the Bleriot ferry and up the other side returning to Drumheller on South Dinosaur Trail. Approxiimately 60 km.

For a shorter ride, participants can ride out to Horsethief Canyon, stop at the little church or go to the Royal Tyrell Museum and ride back to Drumheller.

We will be finished mid afternoon in time to stop for an ice cream cone drive back home in timefor dinner.

Canola Fields Fondo 2026 (Saturday, July 18, 2026)

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Canola Fields Fondo

SAVE THE DATE: Saturday, July 18, 2026

Ride and Social

Enjoy the vast golden canola fields of rural Alberta with our annual fondo and apres-ride social.

All rides start/end at the Madden Community Centre and tour the small towns North and West of Madden, including Carstairs, Cremona, Water Valley and Dogpound to name a few.

The event will include multiple road rides of various distances, levels and speeds -- from a 35 km loop to 100 km+ century rides.

Don't miss the apres-ride social!

Join us after the ride for our popular social at the Madden Golf Club patio. Bring your own or purchase refreshments and snacks at the Club House.

Canola Fields Fondo, Adv, 110+km, HeatherOpseth (Saturday, July 18, 2026)

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 14:30:00 GMT

JOIN US FOR THE

2026 Canola Fields Fondo!

Ride and Social

Coordinator: Heather Opseth
Level: Advanced

Distance: 110+ km - TBD

Pace: 25-27 kph - depending on number of participants, we will split into smaller groups of varying speeds. Let me know if you're interested in leading an advanced+ group.

Elevation Gain: TBD

E-Bikes allowed: No
Celebrate summer cycling at its best with our 5th annual Canola Fields Fondo event, offering rides of various paces and distances among the beautiful canola farmlands of rural Alberta.
Meeting place/parking: All road rides start/finish at Madden Community Centre

Route: TBD

Stay tuned for route details. It will be a beautiful ride through golden fields North of Madden.

For shorter routes, or an intermediate pace on a similar route, please check out for our other Canola Fields Fondo ride postings in the calendar.

Apres-ride social: Join us after the ride for social at the Madden Golf Club patio where you can purchase refreshments and snacks at the Club House.

Note: This event will be rescheduled in case of inclement weather, you will be notified the day before the event.

Canola Fields Madden - Cremona, Int, 53km, 515m, GarryDenman (Saturday, July 18, 2026)

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 15:45:00 GMT

JOIN US

FOR

The 2026 Canola Fields Fondo!

Ride and Apres-ride Social

Coordinator: Garry Denman

Type: Recreational

Level: Intermediate

Distance: 53km

Pace: 20 - 22 kph

Elevation Gain: 515 m

E-Bikes allowed: Yes

Bring water, snacks, lunch, flat repair kit.

Celebrate the highlight of the 2026 cycling season, with our 5rd Canola Fields Fondo event, offering rides of various paces and distances along the beautiful canola farmlands of rural Alberta.

Meeting place/parking: All road rides start/finish at Madden Community Centre

Join us for a Canola Fields starting at Madden, North of Calgary. Pedal to Cremona where, after a lunch / snack break, we turn around and return to Madden via Dogpound. We choose this route in late July when canola fields create a picturesque landscape of vibrant yellows.

For others distances on a similar route, please check out for our other Canola Fields Fondo ride postings in the calenda

Apres-ride social: Join us after the ride for social at the Madden Golf Club patio where you can purchase refreshments and snacks at the Club House.

Pincher Creek Multi Day Event, Int, 250km, 900m, VicUrban,SalFaoro (Tuesday, July 21, 2026)

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT

ROAD RIDE - LEVEL (Intermediate/Advanced)

Coordinators: Sal & Vic

Distance: 250 kms (approx 80 Km per day)

Pace: About 23 kph (depends on wind)

Elevation Gain: Less than 1000 M each day

This is a multi-day event starting Tuesday. We have booked campsites at Cottonwood Provincial Park and there are motels to overnight in Pincher Creek. Please make your own accommodation arrangements. If camping, the sites can be booked up to 3 months in advance it is a very nice campground as there is the river and the reservoir to cool down in after rides and showers are available at the Castleview Provincial Campground on the hill above Cottonwood. The rides will be different every day. The first day has us riding around the reservoir from the campground on Tuesday starting at ~2 PM. This a a great ride of about 60 Km, minimal traffic, rolling terrain and great views of the mountains and plains. The following days have options such as Twin Butte/Waterton, Lee Lake to Beaver Mines/Castle Mtn. Keep your fingers crossed for co-operative weather.

We will meet at Cottonwood PP our sites are B-45 & B-47. There is visitor parking at the entrance to the campground. Meals are loosely organized and usually done informally, based on interest levels.

Here is one of the maps:

Tuesday Tuneup Springbank, Adv, 50km, 500m, HeatherOpseth (Tuesday, July 21, 2026)

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Mark your calendar for a weekly Tuesday evening ride in Springbank! Specific ride details and registration will be posted/opened at the start of each month.

Coordinator: Heather Opseth

Distance: 50 km

Level: For advanced/experienced road riders -- must be comfortable with paceline riding as a group.

Pace:

2-3 groups, based on number of participants.

Advanced group(s): 25-27 kph average speed

Advanced Plus group: 28-30+ kph average speed (self guided)

Note that the average speeds increase as the summer progresses!

Elevation Gain: 500 m

Description:

This is a weekly ride in Springbank, focused on scenic routes, hill training, and intervals where we crank up the intensity.

We will kick off the season with a series of hill training workouts in April and early May. As the summer gets underway, we focus on longer routes, exploring beautiful backroads of the area.

To keep it interesting we ride a different route each week!

Parking spot is the Eden Brook Funeral Home, off Lower Springbank Road. 24223 Township Rd 242, Calgary, AB T3Z 3K2 (see route map for exact location).

Newcomers welcome, however please contact the coordinator in advance if you are unsure about your skill or fitness level for the ride. Email: heather.opseth@icloud.com

There will be good company and a social atmosphere.

***Specific rides/routes and registration will be posted at the start of each month. Please watch for further details throughout the season.***

Banff to Lake Lousie ski area, 117km, Int/Adv, RonanCulligan (Saturday, July 25, 2026)

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Coordinator: Ronan Culligan

Level Ride: Intermediate/Advanced

Distance: 117km

Elevation gain: 950m

Pace: 25-30km/hr

E-bikes: No e-bikes

Parking: Fenlands Recreation Center
Address: 100 Mt Norquay Rd #2F, Banff, AB T1L 1C3

PLEASE ENSURE YOU HAVE A VALID PARK PASS

Starting at the Fenlands recreation center in Banff, we will get moving at 9am sharp. Bring snacks, fluids, repair kits.

We will stop for a quick regroup at Castle Junction on the way out and on the way back. We will stop for lunch at the Lake Louise ski hill. One of the restaurants should be open. I will confirm with them a couple of days in advance. If they are not, we will go to the village instead.

We will split into different groups to accommodate everyone's pace levels.

Please enjoy this AI generated description of the route.

Cycling from the Fenlands Recreation Centre in Banff to Lake Louise is one of the most iconic, scenic, and rewarding road-biking routes in North America. You will be trading the bustling townsite for a deep dive into the heart of the Canadian Rockies, riding nearly parallel to the massive peaks of the Bow Valley.

The route is roughly 60 to 65 kilometers (37 to 40 miles) one way, featuring a steady, rolling net incline.

️ The Route Breakdown

1. The Warm-Up: Vermilion Lakes Drive

· Distance: ~4.5 km

· The Vibe: Flat, peaceful, and stunning.

· Leaving the Fenlands Recreation Centre parking lot, you will immediately hop onto the paved connector path to Vermilion Lakes Drive. This quiet, low-speed road edges three beautiful lakes, offering postcard-perfect views of Mount Rundle reflecting on the water. It is the perfect, gentle warm-up for your legs.

2. The Connector: Legacy Trail to the 1A

· Distance: ~1.5 km

· At the end of Vermilion Lakes Drive, the road ends, and you will transition onto a short, paved section of the Banff Legacy Trail. This quickly guides you safely across the Trans-Canada Highway interchange and drops you right at the eastern gateway (Fireside Day Use area) of Highway 1A, also known as the Bow Valley Parkway.

3. The Main Event: The Bow Valley Parkway (Highway 1A)

· Distance: ~50 km

· The Vibe: Rolling hills, thick pine forests, and dramatic mountain vistas.

· Once you hit the Parkway, the real journey begins. The road is heavily forested, beautifully paved, and snakes alongside the Bow River and the Canadian Pacific railway tracks.

· The Terrain: It is not one massive mountain climb; instead, it consists of continuous rolling hills. You will experience short, punchy climbs followed by sweeping descents. The net elevation gain from Banff to Lake Louise Village is about 300 meters (1,000 feet), meaning you will be working a bit harder on the way out than on the way back.

· Key Landmarks: You will pass Johnston Canyon (km 17), a great spot to use the restroom or grab a snack. Further along, you'll ride right past the jaw-dropping, fortress-like cliffs of Castle Mountain (km 30), and the historical Baker Creek (km 45).

4. The Final Stretch: Lake Louise Village to the Lake

· Distance: ~4 km

· The Vibe: The ultimate test of your quad strength.

· The Bow Valley Parkway ends at Great Divide Lodge/Route 1. You will cross over the highway into Lake Louise Village (a great place to stop for a pastry at the bakery).

· If your final goal is the actual shores of Lake Louise (and the Fairmont Chateau), you have one last hurdle: Lake Louise Drive. This final 4 km stretch climbs steeply out of the village, packing about 200 meters of elevation gain into a short distance. It will burn, but watching the turquoise water appear makes every pedal stroke worth it.

Tuesday Tuneup Springbank, Adv, 50km, 500m, HeatherOpseth (Tuesday, July 28, 2026)

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Mark your calendar for a weekly Tuesday evening ride in Springbank! Specific ride details and registration will be posted/opened at the start of each month.

Coordinator: Heather Opseth

Distance: 50 km

Level: For advanced/experienced road riders -- must be comfortable with paceline riding as a group.

Pace:

2-3 groups, based on number of participants.

Advanced group(s): 25-27 kph average speed

Advanced Plus group: 28-30+ kph average speed (self guided)

Note that the average speeds increase as the summer progresses!

Elevation Gain: 500 m

Description:

This is a weekly ride in Springbank, focused on scenic routes, hill training, and intervals where we crank up the intensity.

We will kick off the season with a series of hill training workouts in April and early May. As the summer gets underway, we focus on longer routes, exploring beautiful backroads of the area.

To keep it interesting we ride a different route each week!

Parking spot is the Eden Brook Funeral Home, off Lower Springbank Road. 24223 Township Rd 242, Calgary, AB T3Z 3K2 (see route map for exact location).

Newcomers welcome, however please contact the coordinator in advance if you are unsure about your skill or fitness level for the ride. Email: heather.opseth@icloud.com

There will be good company and a social atmosphere.

***Specific rides/routes and registration will be posted at the start of each month. Please watch for further details throughout the season.***

Tour of the Foothills, 129km, Int/Adv, RonanCulligan (Saturday, August 01, 2026)

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Coordinator: Ronan Culligan

Level Ride: Intermediate/Advanced

Distance: 129km

Elevation gain: 1257m

Pace: 25-30km/hr

E-bikes: No e-bikes

Starting at the Bragg Creek community center, we will get moving at 9am sharp. Bring snacks, fluids, repair kits.

We will stop for a regroup and snack break in both Turner Valley and in Priddis. We will split into different groups to accommodate everyone's pace levels.

PLEASE DOWNLOAD THE ROUTE MAP TO YOU BIKE COMPUTERS

Thank you gemini for this description of the route.

This is an absolutely classic, incredibly scenic, and physically demanding road cycling loop through the rolling foothills of Southern Alberta. It offers a fantastic mix of punchy climbs, sweeping descents, and postcard-perfect views of the Rocky Mountain front range.

The entire loop spans roughly 70 to 75 kilometers with a significant amount of rolling elevation gain. Here is a breakdown of what to expect stage-by-stage:

Stage 1: Bragg Creek to Diamond Valley via Highway 762

Distance: ~32 km
Terrain: Rollercoaster hills, excellent pavement, minimal shoulder.

Setting out south from the hamlet of Bragg Creek, you immediately hit Highway 762. This section is famous among local cyclists for its "rollercoaster" topography. The road has excellent, smooth pavement, but it features very little shoulder, so riding single-file and using high-visibility gear is highly recommended.

You will grind up several punchy, short climbs and get rewarded with sweeping, high-speed descents. To your right (west), you'll get stunning, unobstructed views of the jagged Rockies over rolling ranch lands. Highway 762 eventually dead-ends into Highway 549. You’ll hang a left (east) onto 549, and then quickly hook onto Highway 22 South to coast right into Diamond Valley (formerly Turner Valley/Black Diamond).

☕ Pit Stop Note: Diamond Valley is the perfect halfway mark to top up your water bottles, grab a pastry at the local bakery, or hit a coffee shop before starting the northward leg.

Stage 2: Diamond Valley North to Priddis via 176 Street (and Highway 22)

Distance: ~25 km
Terrain: Flat-to-rolling agricultural valleys, transitioning to tree-lined hills.

Leaving Diamond Valley, you will head north. While you can take the busier Highway 22, routing onto 176 Street W (which runs parallel just to the east or weaves through the local grid) offers a much quieter, more serene rural experience.

As you head north toward the hamlet of Priddis, the wide-open ranch vistas of the south begin to transition into the denser, tree-lined foothills of the Elbow Valley. The grades here are generally gentler than the dramatic rollers of Highway 762, allowing you to settle into a steady, rhythmic cadence. You will eventually pass near the Priddis Greens area as you approach the intersection with Plummers Road.

Stage 3: The Return via Plummers Road to Highway 762

Distance: ~15–18 km
Terrain: Heavy climbing, quiet backroads, technical descent.

Turning west onto Plummers Road signals the start of the toughest leg of the journey. Plummers Road is a gorgeous, quiet, but notoriously challenging stretch of tarmac.

The Grind: You will be riding straight back toward the mountains, meaning you are trending strictly uphill. You'll pass the boundary of Brown-Lowery Provincial Park, a heavily forested area where the road snakes through tight, steep climbs.
The Payoff: Once you summit the highest points of Plummers Road, you are treated to deep-woods scenery and massive, sudden reveals of the mountain skyline.

Plummers Road eventually terminates right back at Highway 762. You will turn right (north) onto 762 for the final stretch. Luckily, the momentum is mostly on your side here; you'll enjoy a predominantly downhill, fast, and winding descent right back into the flats of the Bragg Creek provincial land, finishing up exactly where you started.

Tuesday Tuneup Springbank, Adv, 50km, 500m, HeatherOpseth (Tuesday, August 04, 2026)

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Mark your calendar for a weekly Tuesday evening ride in Springbank! Specific ride details and registration will be posted/opened at the start of each month.

Coordinator: Heather Opseth

Distance: 50 km

Level: For advanced/experienced road riders -- must be comfortable with paceline riding as a group.

Pace:

2-3 groups, based on number of participants.

Advanced group(s): 25-27 kph average speed

Advanced Plus group: 28-30+ kph average speed (self guided)

Note that the average speeds increase as the summer progresses!

Elevation Gain: 500 m

Description:

This is a weekly ride in Springbank, focused on scenic routes, hill training, and intervals where we crank up the intensity.

We will kick off the season with a series of hill training workouts in April and early May. As the summer gets underway, we focus on longer routes, exploring beautiful backroads of the area.

To keep it interesting we ride a different route each week!

Parking spot is the Eden Brook Funeral Home, off Lower Springbank Road. 24223 Township Rd 242, Calgary, AB T3Z 3K2 (see route map for exact location).

Newcomers welcome, however please contact the coordinator in advance if you are unsure about your skill or fitness level for the ride. Email: heather.opseth@icloud.com

There will be good company and a social atmosphere.

***Specific rides/routes and registration will be posted at the start of each month. Please watch for further details throughout the season.***

Tuesday Tuneup Springbank, Adv, 50km, 500m, HeatherOpseth (Tuesday, August 11, 2026)

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Mark your calendar for a weekly Tuesday evening ride in Springbank! Specific ride details and registration will be posted/opened at the start of each month.

Coordinator: Heather Opseth

Distance: 50 km

Level: For advanced/experienced road riders -- must be comfortable with paceline riding as a group.

Pace:

2-3 groups, based on number of participants.

Advanced group(s): 25-27 kph average speed

Advanced Plus group: 28-30+ kph average speed (self guided)

Note that the average speeds increase as the summer progresses!

Elevation Gain: 500 m

Description:

This is a weekly ride in Springbank, focused on scenic routes, hill training, and intervals where we crank up the intensity.

We will kick off the season with a series of hill training workouts in April and early May. As the summer gets underway, we focus on longer routes, exploring beautiful backroads of the area.

To keep it interesting we ride a different route each week!

Parking spot is the Eden Brook Funeral Home, off Lower Springbank Road. 24223 Township Rd 242, Calgary, AB T3Z 3K2 (see route map for exact location).

Newcomers welcome, however please contact the coordinator in advance if you are unsure about your skill or fitness level for the ride. Email: heather.opseth@icloud.com

There will be good company and a social atmosphere.

***Specific rides/routes and registration will be posted at the start of each month. Please watch for further details throughout the season.***

Tuesday Tuneup Springbank, Adv, 50km, 500m, HeatherOpseth (Tuesday, August 18, 2026)

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Mark your calendar for a weekly Tuesday evening ride in Springbank! Specific ride details and registration will be posted/opened at the start of each month.

Coordinator: Heather Opseth

Distance: 50 km

Level: For advanced/experienced road riders -- must be comfortable with paceline riding as a group.

Pace:

2-3 groups, based on number of participants.

Advanced group(s): 25-27 kph average speed

Advanced Plus group: 28-30+ kph average speed (self guided)

Note that the average speeds increase as the summer progresses!

Elevation Gain: 500 m

Description:

This is a weekly ride in Springbank, focused on scenic routes, hill training, and intervals where we crank up the intensity.

We will kick off the season with a series of hill training workouts in April and early May. As the summer gets underway, we focus on longer routes, exploring beautiful backroads of the area.

To keep it interesting we ride a different route each week!

Parking spot is the Eden Brook Funeral Home, off Lower Springbank Road. 24223 Township Rd 242, Calgary, AB T3Z 3K2 (see route map for exact location).

Newcomers welcome, however please contact the coordinator in advance if you are unsure about your skill or fitness level for the ride. Email: heather.opseth@icloud.com

There will be good company and a social atmosphere.

***Specific rides/routes and registration will be posted at the start of each month. Please watch for further details throughout the season.***

Tuesday Tuneup Springbank, Adv, 50km, 500m, HeatherOpseth (Tuesday, August 25, 2026)

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Mark your calendar for a weekly Tuesday evening ride in Springbank! Specific ride details and registration will be posted/opened at the start of each month.

Coordinator: Heather Opseth

Distance: 50 km

Level: For advanced/experienced road riders -- must be comfortable with paceline riding as a group.

Pace:

2-3 groups, based on number of participants.

Advanced group(s): 25-27 kph average speed

Advanced Plus group: 28-30+ kph average speed (self guided)

Note that the average speeds increase as the summer progresses!

Elevation Gain: 500 m

Description:

This is a weekly ride in Springbank, focused on scenic routes, hill training, and intervals where we crank up the intensity.

We will kick off the season with a series of hill training workouts in April and early May. As the summer gets underway, we focus on longer routes, exploring beautiful backroads of the area.

To keep it interesting we ride a different route each week!

Parking spot is the Eden Brook Funeral Home, off Lower Springbank Road. 24223 Township Rd 242, Calgary, AB T3Z 3K2 (see route map for exact location).

Newcomers welcome, however please contact the coordinator in advance if you are unsure about your skill or fitness level for the ride. Email: heather.opseth@icloud.com

There will be good company and a social atmosphere.

***Specific rides/routes and registration will be posted at the start of each month. Please watch for further details throughout the season.***

Tuesday Tuneup Springbank, Adv, 50km, 500m, HeatherOpseth (Tuesday, September 01, 2026)

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Mark your calendar for a weekly Tuesday evening ride in Springbank! Specific ride details and registration will be posted/opened at the start of each month.

Coordinator: Heather Opseth

Distance: 50 km

Level: For advanced/experienced road riders -- must be comfortable with paceline riding as a group.

Pace:

2-3 groups, based on number of participants.

Advanced group(s): 25-27 kph average speed

Advanced Plus group: 28-30+ kph average speed (self guided)

Note that the average speeds increase as the summer progresses!

Elevation Gain: 500 m

Description:

This is a weekly ride in Springbank, focused on scenic routes, hill training, and intervals where we crank up the intensity.

We will kick off the season with a series of hill training workouts in April and early May. As the summer gets underway, we focus on longer routes, exploring beautiful backroads of the area.

To keep it interesting we ride a different route each week!

Parking spot is the Eden Brook Funeral Home, off Lower Springbank Road. 24223 Township Rd 242, Calgary, AB T3Z 3K2 (see route map for exact location).

Newcomers welcome, however please contact the coordinator in advance if you are unsure about your skill or fitness level for the ride. Email: heather.opseth@icloud.com

There will be good company and a social atmosphere.

***Specific rides/routes and registration will be posted at the start of each month. Please watch for further details throughout the season.***

Tuesday Tuneup Springbank, Adv, 50km, 500m, HeatherOpseth (Tuesday, September 08, 2026)

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Mark your calendar for a weekly Tuesday evening ride in Springbank! Specific ride details and registration will be posted/opened at the start of each month.

Coordinator: Heather Opseth

Distance: 50 km

Level: For advanced/experienced road riders -- must be comfortable with paceline riding as a group.

Pace:

2-3 groups, based on number of participants.

Advanced group(s): 25-27 kph average speed

Advanced Plus group: 28-30+ kph average speed (self guided)

Note that the average speeds increase as the summer progresses!

Elevation Gain: 500 m

Description:

This is a weekly ride in Springbank, focused on scenic routes, hill training, and intervals where we crank up the intensity.

We will kick off the season with a series of hill training workouts in April and early May. As the summer gets underway, we focus on longer routes, exploring beautiful backroads of the area.

To keep it interesting we ride a different route each week!

Parking spot is the Eden Brook Funeral Home, off Lower Springbank Road. 24223 Township Rd 242, Calgary, AB T3Z 3K2 (see route map for exact location).

Newcomers welcome, however please contact the coordinator in advance if you are unsure about your skill or fitness level for the ride. Email: heather.opseth@icloud.com

There will be good company and a social atmosphere.

***Specific rides/routes and registration will be posted at the start of each month. Please watch for further details throughout the season.***

Northstar Rail Trail, Easy, 45Km, 400m, LyleOpseth (Friday, September 11, 2026)

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Coordinator: Lyle Opseth

Ride level: easy

Distance: 45 km

Pace: 18-21 km/h

Elevation Gain: 400m

Choose the ride option with the distance and pace you prefer. This is the easy ride.

Join us to cycle the Northstar Rail Trail pathway between Cranbrook and Marysville. This ride explores the historic Northstar Rail Trail at a relaxed pace, suitable for those cyclists participating in the Kootenays Fondo the next day. The trail is noted for gentle grades.

This shorter ride turns around at Marysville with a stop at the Timber Hitch Coffee Shop. You can also check out Marysville Falls a few blocks further down the road.

This ride starts at Moir Park and follows the paved pathway on the old railway right of way before returning the same way. If you decide to shorten the ride, please inform your coordinator. (We get it! There's a fondo tomorrow.)

Parking at Moir Park:

https://maps.app.goo.gl/8jScUCBUxqfnz6S8A

Northstar Rail Trail, Int, 45Km, 400m, HeatherOpseth (Friday, September 11, 2026)

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Coordinator: Heather Opseth

Ride level: intermediate

Distance: 45 km

Pace: 23-25 km/h

Elevation Gain: 400m

Choose the ride option with the distance and pace you prefer. This is the intermediate ride.

Join us to cycle the Northstar Rail Trail pathway between Cranbrook and Marysville. This ride explores the historic Northstar Rail Trail, suitable for those cyclists participating in the Kootenays Fondo the next day. The trail is noted for gentle grades.

This shorter ride turns around at Marysville with a stop at the Timber Hitch Coffee Shop. You can also check out Marysville Falls just a few more blocks down the road.

Parking at Moir Park:

https://maps.app.goo.gl/8jScUCBUxqfnz6S8A

Northstar Rail Trail, Adv, 55Km, 500m, BobWestlake (Friday, September 11, 2026)

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Coordinator: Bob Westlake

Ride level: advanced

Distance: 55 km

Pace: 23+ km/h

Elevation Gain: 500m

Choose the ride option with the distance and pace you prefer. This is the advanced ride.

Join us to cycle the Northstar Rail Trail pathway between Cranbrook and Kimberley. This ride explores the historic rail trail between Cranbrook and Kimberley.

This ride starts at Moir Park and follows the paved pathway on the old railway right of way before returning the same way.

We will be enjoying coffee and lunch in Kimberley. Or you can turn around at Rotary Park in Kimberley, shown on the map.

If you decide to shorten the ride, please inform your coordinator. (We get it! There's a fondo tomorrow.)

Parking at Moir Park:

https://maps.app.goo.gl/8jScUCBUxqfnz6S8A

Cranbrook Touring Recovery Ride, Easy, 44km, 470m, SalFaoro (Sunday, September 13, 2026)

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Coordinator: Sal Faoro

Ride level: easy

Distance: 44 km

Pace: 21-24 km/h

Elevation Gain: 470 m

Parking: Elizabeth Lake Lodge registrants will park at the lodge. All other cyclists will park at the nearby Confederation Ball Park.

Choose the ride option with the distance and pace you prefer.

Join us to explore scenic roads in and around Cranbrook for a recovery ride the day after the Kootenays Fondo. The rides are paced for cyclists who need an easier "recovery" day.

We will cycle new roads including Wycliffe Road through Wycliffe and St. Eugene.

This ride starts at the Cranbrook Confederation Ball Park in Cranbrook, just east of Elizabeth Lake Lodge on Wattsville Rd. Cyclists not staying at the lodge should park at the ball diamond and cyclists staying at the lodge should just cycle to the ball diamond parking lot to meet their group.

Meeting location map

Cranbrook Touring Recovery Ride, Int, 59km, 600m, HeatherLyle (Sunday, September 13, 2026)

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Coordinator: Heather and Lyle Opseth

Ride level: intermediate

Distance: 59 km

Pace: 23-25 km/h

Elevation Gain: 600 m

Parking: Elizabeth Lake Lodge registrants will park at the lodge. All other cyclists will park at the nearby Confederation Ball Park.

Choose the ride option with the distance and pace you prefer. This ride is a longer distance with a moderate/intermediate pace.

Join us to explore scenic roads in and around Cranbrook for a recovery ride the day after the Kootenays Fondo. The rides are paced for cyclists who need an easier "recovery" day.

We will cycle new roads including Wycliffe Road through Wycliffe and St. Eugene, with a side trip out-and-back on Pighin Road.

Meeting location map

Cranbrook Touring, Adv, 59km, 625m, BobWestlake (Sunday, September 13, 2026)

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Coordinator: Bob Westlake

Ride level: advanced

Distance: 59 km

Pace: 25+ km/h

Elevation Gain: 625 m

Parking: Elizabeth Lake Lodge registrants will park at the lodge. All other cyclists will park at the nearby Confederation Ball Park.

Choose the ride option with the distance and pace you prefer.

Join us to explore scenic roads in and around Cranbrook for a recovery ride the day after the Kootenays Fondo. This is the advanced ride with the longest distance and fastest pace.

We will cycle new roads including Wycliffe Road through Wycliffe and St. Eugene. This longer tour additionally explores Pighin Road.

Meeting location map

Wardner-Fort Steele Rd, Int, 50/60Km, 540m, LyleOpseth (Monday, September 14, 2026)

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Coordinator: Lyle Opseth

Ride level: various

Distance: 60 km (50 km option)

Pace: 23-24 km/h

Elevation Gain: 540 m (430 m option)

You can choose to ride either the full 60 km ride or shorten it to 50 km. Faster cyclists will "self-guide".

Before returning to Calgary on Monday, join us to cycle Wardner Fort Steele Road.You may have missed this segment of the Kootenays Fondo if you did not cycle the full 152 km route.

The start of the ride is the Fort Steele Heritage Town parking lot, just off highway 93.

From the Fort Steele Heritage Town, we ride to the Wardner Fort Steele Road and follow it to the Kootenay Highway (93) and return the way we came. Riders wanting a shorter 50 km ride can turn around at the Bull River Inn.

Please inform your coordinator if you shorten the ride.

Fort Steele Heritage Town map:

Full distance route:

Shorter route option:

Tuesday Tuneup Springbank, Adv, 50km, 500m, HeatherOpseth (Tuesday, September 15, 2026)

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Mark your calendar for a weekly Tuesday evening ride in Springbank! Specific ride details and registration will be posted/opened at the start of each month.

Coordinator: Heather Opseth

Distance: 50 km

Level: For advanced/experienced road riders -- must be comfortable with paceline riding as a group.

Pace:

2-3 groups, based on number of participants.

Advanced group(s): 25-27 kph average speed

Advanced Plus group: 28-30+ kph average speed (self guided)

Note that the average speeds increase as the summer progresses!

Elevation Gain: 500 m

Description:

This is a weekly ride in Springbank, focused on scenic routes, hill training, and intervals where we crank up the intensity.

We will kick off the season with a series of hill training workouts in April and early May. As the summer gets underway, we focus on longer routes, exploring beautiful backroads of the area.

To keep it interesting we ride a different route each week!

Parking spot is the Eden Brook Funeral Home, off Lower Springbank Road. 24223 Township Rd 242, Calgary, AB T3Z 3K2 (see route map for exact location).

Newcomers welcome, however please contact the coordinator in advance if you are unsure about your skill or fitness level for the ride. Email: heather.opseth@icloud.com

There will be good company and a social atmosphere.

***Specific rides/routes and registration will be posted at the start of each month. Please watch for further details throughout the season.***