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• Long way to Cochrane, 54km, 388m, Sal Faoro

  • When
    Saturday, April 18, 2026
  •  
    11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Rocky Ridge YMCA (NW corner of the parking lot)
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  Scenic ride out to Gleneagles point 

  Coordinator: Sal Faoro

  Distance: 54 km

  Level: Intermediate

  Pace:  22-24 kph 

  Elevation Gain: 388m

  E-BIKES   YES

  Description: early spring riding around various quiet roads, the whales tail and others,with the 1A for some tempo riding.

  Not the hill to downtown Cochrane.

  
  

  Parking spot is the Shane Homes YMCA at Rocky Ridge. Meet in the NW corner of the parking lot, 15 minutes prior to the  start.

  Tailgating after the event

  
  

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• Bragg Creek to Millarville Return, Adv, 80km, 920m, PhilTwomey

  • When
    Sunday, April 19, 2026
  •  
    11:00 AM - 3:30 PM
  • Location
    Bragg Creek Community Centre
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  Coordinator: Phil Twomey
  Level: Advanced
  Distance: 80km
  Elevation gain: 920m
  Pace: 28-30km/hr
  Ebikes: No

  Assuming the current snow has disappeared , we shall do this scenic route , stopping at Miss Marples at half time for some coffee and buns. I have posted for 11:00am start , but will watch the forecast and may push back so we don't have to endure a frosty start.

  Please consider the average pace posted and be comfortable with that pace before signing up. Tug Boat Service shall be provided for those struggling with the pace :)

  
  

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• Spring Spin #5: Cochrane/Grand Valley/Horse Creek, Int, 67km, 500m, LyleOpseth

  • When
    Monday, April 20, 2026
  •  
    11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    51.188872N, 114.490609W, Midford Park, Cochrane Alberta
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  Level: Intermediate
  

  Type:  Road

  Coordinator:  Lyle Opseth
  

  Distance:  67 km

  Pace:  22-25 km/h

  Elevation Gain:  500 m

  E-Bikes allowed:  Y

  Guests: Y (must complete the waiver)

  
  

  Description:

  Another warm April spring day is forecast and it's another chance to do some early-season cycling outdoors on the bike. As this is spin #5 and as many cyclists are preparing for upcoming cycling events and trips we will continue with a longer ride.

  Cyclists wishing a shorter ride can skip the spur (pig tail) going north from township road 280 at 23.5 km, shortening the ride by approximately 17 km. 

  We will stop to regroup at major intersections.

  There are no formal food stops.

  There is a proper washroom at the start/end at Mitford Park and picnic tables but no facilities on the ride.

  After the ride we can have a tailgate party at Mitford Park or go to one of the popular Cochrane coffee stops (e.g., Good Earth, Coffee Traders).

  Parking:

  We start at Mitford Park in Cochrane.

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• Tuesday Tuneup Springbank, Adv, 30km, 450m, HeatherOpseth

  • When
    Tuesday, April 21, 2026
  •  
    6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Eden Brook Funeral Home Parking Lot
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  Level: Advanced - for experienced road riders, must be comfortable with paceline riding on the flats.

  Ride type: Training/intervals

  Coordinator: Heather Opseth

  Distance: 25-30 km

  Pace:  25-28 kph - Ride at your own pace on hill repeats

  Elevation Gain: 450+ m

  Join us for early season conditioning in Springbank! Tuesday Tuneup is a weekly interval training workout to kick start your season. 

  We will stay on more sheltered roads and have fun on some hills.

  This week's hill: West Ridge/Wild Rose Drive (goal: 5-6 repeats)

  April weather can be unpredictable -- rides will go ahead if it's warm enough with safe conditions, i.e., not too cold, snowy, icy, wet, etc.

  Please note, the roads usually still have some gravel on the shoulders and on corners at this time of year. 

  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. There will be good company and a social atmosphere. 
  

  Note, sunset is 8:40 p.m. We will be back before dark!

  
  

  
  

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• Spring Fling, Easy, 30km, 250m, GarryDenman

  • When
    Sunday, April 26, 2026
  •  
    10:20 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Springbank Heritage Club, 244168 Range Rd 33, Calgary, AB T3Z 2E7
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  Ride and Social at the Springbank Heritage Club

  

  Group name: Spring Breakers!

  Coordinator: Garry Denman

  Distance: 30 km

  Pace: 18-22 kph - Easy

  Elevation Gain: 250 m

  E-Bikes allowed:  Yes

  Meet on the grass along side the driveway for a quick huddle at 10:15.

  Celebrate the 2026 cycling season in style, with our annual Spring Fling! 

  Need to renew EVCC membership? Here is the link: Elbow Valley Cycle Club - My profile
  

  Meeting place/parking:  All road rides start/finish at Springbank Heritage Club on Range Road 33. See on google map: https://goo.gl/maps/dEn82s5qrvYg4GSj7

  Route: This 30 km route is a scenic tour covering Springbank and Springbank Links. Be prepared for a few rolling hills and mountain views along the way!

  For longer routes and/or faster pace please see our other Spring Fling ride postings in the calendar. 

  Apres-ride social: Join us after the ride for social and refreshments at the Springbank Heritage Club.

  
  

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• Spring Fling, Int, 50km, 500m, LyleOpseth

  • When
    Sunday, April 26, 2026
  •  
    10:30 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Springbank Heritage Club, 244168 Range Rd 33, Calgary, AB T3Z 2E7
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  Ride and Social at the Springbank Heritage Club

  

  Group name: Eggscellent Riders

  Coordinator: Lyle Opseth

  Distance: 50 km

  Pace: 22-24 kph - Intermediate

  Elevation Gain: 500 m

  E-Bikes allowed:  Y

  Need to renew EVCC membership? Here is the link: Elbow Valley Cycle Club - My profile
  

  Celebrate the 2026 cycling season in style, with our annual Spring Fling! 

  Meeting place/parking:  All road rides start/finish at Springbank Heritage Club on Range Road 33. See on google map: https://goo.gl/maps/dEn82s5qrvYg4GSj7

  Route: This 50 km route is a far-ranging tour covering Springbank Road, Springbank Links and Springbank Heights. Be prepared for a few hills and scenic views along the way!

  For shorter or longer routes, at a slower or faster pace, please refer to our other Spring Fling ride postings in the calendar. 

  Apres-ride social: Join us after the ride for social and refreshments at the Springbank Heritage Club.

  
  

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• Spring Fling, Int, 40km, 373m, Sal Faoro

  • When
    Sunday, April 26, 2026
  •  
    10:40 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Springbank Heritage Club, 244168 Range Rd 33, Calgary, AB T3Z 2E7
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  Ride and Social at the Springbank Heritage Club

  

  Group name: Spring Spin

  Coordinator: Sal Faoro

  Distance: 40 km

  Pace: 22-24 kph - Intermediate

  Elevation Gain: 373 m

  E-Bikes allowed:  Y

  Need to renew EVCC membership? Here is the link: Elbow Valley Cycle Club - My profile

  Celebrate the 2026 cycling season in style, with our annual Spring Fling! 

  Meeting place/parking:  All road rides start/finish at Springbank Heritage Club on Range Road 33. See on google map: https://goo.gl/maps/dEn82s5qrvYg4GSj7

  Route: This 40 km route is a scenic tour covering Springbank Road and Springbank Links. Be prepared for a few rolling hills and mountain views along the way!

  For shorter or longer routes, at a slower or faster pace, please refer to our other Spring Fling ride postings in the calendar. 

  Apres-ride social: Join us after the ride for social and refreshments at the Springbank Heritage Club.

  
  

  
  

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• Spring Fling, Easy, 30km, 250m, StanBobrow

  • When
    Sunday, April 26, 2026
  •  
    10:50 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Springbank Heritage Club, 244168 Range Rd 33, Calgary, AB T3Z 2E7
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  Ride and Social at the Springbank Heritage Club

  

  Group name: Spring Breeze

  Coordinator: Stan B

  Distance: 30 km

  Pace: 18-22 kph - Easy

  Elevation Gain: 250 m

  E-Bikes allowed:  Y

  Need to review your EVCC membership? Here is the link: Elbow Valley Cycle Club - My profile

  Celebrate the 2026 cycling season in style, with our annual Spring Fling! 

  Meeting place/parking:  All road rides start/finish at Springbank Heritage Club on Range Road 33. See on google map: https://goo.gl/maps/dEn82s5qrvYg4GSj7

  Route: This 30 km route is a scenic tour covering Springbank and Springbank Links. Be prepared for a few rolling hills and mountain views along the way!

  For longer routes and/or different pace please see our other Spring Fling ride postings in the calendar. 

  Apres-ride social: Join us after the ride for social and refreshments at the Springbank Heritage Club.

  
  

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• Spring Fling, Int, 36km, 269m, BillStilwell

  • When
    Sunday, April 26, 2026
  •  
    11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Springbank Heritage Club, 244168 Range Rd 33, Calgary, AB T3Z 2E7
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  Ride and Social at the Springbank Heritage Club

  Group name: The Bees Knees

  Coordinator: Bill Stilwell

  Distance: 36 km

  Pace: 20-24 kph - Intermediate

  Elevation Gain: 269 m

  E-Bikes allowed:  Y

  Need to renew EVCC membership? Here is the link: Elbow Valley Cycle Club - My profile

  Celebrate the 2026 cycling season in style, with our annual Spring Fling! 

  Meeting place/parking:  All road rides start/finish at Springbank Heritage Club on Range Road 33. See on google map: 

  https://goo.gl/maps/dEn82s5qrvYg4GSj7

  Route: This almost 40 km route is a scenic tour of east Springbank, Springbank Road, and Copithorne Trail out to Glenbow Lake. Be prepared for a only gentle rises and one 3% grade with plenty of mountain views along the way!

  For shorter or longer routes, or a faster pace, please see our other Spring Fling ride postings in the calendar. 

  Apres-ride social: Join us after the ride for social and refreshments at the Springbank Heritage Club.

  
  

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• Spring Fling, Int, 36km, 291m, BillStilwell

  • When
    Sunday, April 26, 2026
  •  
    11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Springbank Heritage Club, 244168 Range Rd 33, Calgary, AB T3Z 2E7
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  Ride and Social at the Springbank Heritage Club

  Group name: The Bees Knees

  Coordinator: Bill Stilwell

  Distance: 36 km

  Pace: 18-22 kph - Intermediate

  Elevation Gain: 291 m

  E-Bikes allowed:  Y

  Need to renew EVCC membership? Here is the link: Elbow Valley Cycle Club - My profile

  Celebrate the 2026 cycling season in style, with our annual Spring Fling! 

  Meeting place/parking:  All road rides start/finish at Springbank Heritage Club on Range Road 33. See on google map: 

  https://goo.gl/maps/dEn82s5qrvYg4GSj7

  Route: This 36 km route is a scenic tour of east Springbank with plenty of mountain views along the way!

  All turns are right turns with one exception where cross traffic is controlled by a stop sign. 

  There are 4 portions that are out and back providing plenty of opportunities to shorten the ride should your season preparation or weather conditions fall short of your expectations.

  . Be prepared for only gentle rises and one 3% grade repeated on the return 

  For shorter or longer routes, or a faster pace, please see our other Spring Fling ride postings in the calendar. 

  Apres-ride social: Join us after the ride for social and refreshments at the Springbank Heritage Club.

  
  

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• Spring Fling, Adv, 50km, 500m, HeatherOpseth

  • When
    Sunday, April 26, 2026
  •  
    11:30 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Springbank Heritage Club, 244168 Range Rd 33, Calgary, AB T3Z 2E7
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  Ride and Social at the Springbank Heritage Club

  Group name: Petal Pushers

  Coordinator: Heather Opseth

  Distance: 50 km

  Ride type: Recreational

  Pace: 25-27 kph - Advanced

  Elevation Gain: 500 m

  E-Bikes allowed:  N

  Need to renew EVCC membership? Here is the link: Elbow Valley Cycle Club - My profile

  Celebrate the 2026 cycling season in style, with our annual Spring Fling! 

  Meeting place/parking:  All road rides start/finish at Springbank Heritage Club on Range Road 33. See on google map: https://goo.gl/maps/dEn82s5qrvYg4GSj7

  Route: This 50 km route is a far-ranging tour covering Springbank Road, Springbank Links and Springbank Heights. Be prepared for a few hills and scenic views along the way!

  Apres-ride social: Join us after the ride for social and refreshments at the Springbank Heritage Club.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Spring Fling, Adv+, 50km, 500m, EduardSpelier

  • When
    Sunday, April 26, 2026
  •  
    11:30 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Springbank Heritage Club, 244168 Range Rd 33, Calgary, AB T3Z 2E7
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  Ride and Social at the Springbank Heritage Club

  Group name: Sun chasers

  Coordinator: Eduard Spelier

  Distance: 50 km

  Ride type: Recreational

  Pace: 27-30 kph - Advanced+

  Elevation Gain: 500 m

  E-Bikes allowed:  N

  Need to renew EVCC membership? Here is the link: Elbow Valley Cycle Club - My profile

  Celebrate the 2026 cycling season in style, with our annual Spring Fling! 

  Meeting place/parking:  All road rides start/finish at Springbank Heritage Club on Range Road 33. See on google map: https://goo.gl/maps/dEn82s5qrvYg4GSj7

  Route: This 50 km route is a far-ranging tour covering Springbank Road, Springbank Links and Springbank Heights. Be prepared for a few hills and scenic views along the way!

  Apres-ride social: Join us after the ride for social and refreshments at the Springbank Heritage Club.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Tuesday Tuneup Springbank, Adv, 35km, 600m, HeatherOpseth

  • When
    Tuesday, April 28, 2026
  •  
    6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Eden Brook Funeral Home Parking Lot
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  Level: Advanced - for experienced riders, must be comfortable with paceline riding on the flats

  Ride type: Training/intervals

  Coordinator: Heather Opseth

  Distance: 25-30 km

  Pace:  25-28 kph - Ride at your own pace on hill repeats

  Elevation Gain: 600+ m

  It's time for early season conditioning in Springbank! Tuesday Tuneup is a weekly interval training workout to kick start your season. 

  We will stay on more sheltered roads and have fun on some hills. Your legs will thank you later -- whether you're getting ready for the Golden Triangle, summer Fondos, or Bill's Klimb a Kilo event. 

  April weather can be unpredictable -- rides will go ahead if it's warm enough with safe conditions, i.e., not too cold, snowy, icy, wet, etc.

  Note that there is often still gravel on the roads at this time of year. Please ride with caution. 

  This week's hill: Escarpment (goal: 5-6 repeats)

  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. There will be good company and a social atmosphere. 
  

  Sunset is 8:55 p.m. We will be back before dark!

  
  

  
  

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• Tuesday Tuneup Springbank, Adv, 50km, 500m, HeatherOpseth

  • When
    Tuesday, May 05, 2026
  •  
    6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    51.039252, -114.254160
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  Level: Advanced - for experienced riders, must be comfortable with paceline riding on the flats
  

  Ride type: Training/intervals

  Coordinator: Heather Opseth

  Distance: 50 km 

  Pace:  25-28 kph

  Elevation Gain: 400+ m

  Tired of hill repeats? This week we will mix it up with some sprint intervals around Calling Horse Estates. Target is 8 x 2 mins in zone 4 -- however, you are encouraged to adjust this based on your own training readiness and fitness goals. You know your body best! Remainder of ride is intended to be zone 1-2 base building.

  For advanced/experienced road riders, must be comfortable with paceline riding, keeping the group together. Ride at your own pace on the sprint loops.

  Caution: Roads may still have gravel on the shoulders and corners.  

  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. There will be good company and a social atmosphere. 
  

  
  

  
  

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• Tuesday Tuneup Springbank, Adv, 50km, 500m, HeatherOpseth

  • Start
    Tuesday, May 12, 2026
  •  
  • End
    Tuesday, September 15, 2026
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  • Schedule
    17 sessions
  • Location
    Eden Brook Funeral Home
  • Spaces left
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  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.***

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• Golden Triangle 2026 Multi Day, Int, 320km, 3300m, DonHollingshead

  • Start
    Friday, May 22, 2026
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    Sunday, May 24, 2026
  •  
    4:00 PM
  • Location
    Lake Louise Overflow Parking lot
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  Sadly, the 2026 GT has been cancelled.  Parks Canada will no longer grant us permission to hold this event. 

  Participants will receive an email explaining the situation and reimbursement.

  The Columbia River Tour will replace it for now allowing GT participants to use existing hotel reservations and will be open for registration in early March.

  
  

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• Columbia River Tour 2026 Multi Day, Int, 260km, 1500m, DonHollingshead

  • Start
    Friday, May 22, 2026
  •  
    10:00 AM
  • End
    Sunday, May 24, 2026
  •  
    3:00 PM
  • Location
    Golden Travelodge
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  This tour replaces the cancelled Golden Triangle event.  

  

  Parks Canada will not approve another Golden Triangle tour.   So EVCC is shifting gears and will run a 3 day event along the Columbia River between Radium and Golden, the flattest and least busy (traffic wise) section of the former GT route.

  Join us for a 3 day adventure in the Columbia Valley.  Dotted by small farms, fields of dandelions, grazing horses and flanked by snow capped peaks, Hwy 95 and its paved shoulders threads its way between Golden and Radium.  We ride along the Columbia River between these towns (Golden-Radium-Golden, 100 km each way) for 2 days with a shuttle available up to the Radium Hot Springs for a soak on Friday evening.  On Sunday, those who would like can tackle a 30km ride (1km vertical) up Kicking Horse Canyon to the Yoho Park Gate then 30km back to Golden.

  

  The optional Sunday climb from Golden to the Yoho Park Gate starts early enough to avoid much of the traffic on Hwy 1 which is eastbound later in the afternoon.  The Kicking Horse Canyon twinning of the Trans Canada Highway added shoulders to this stretch of highway. The work is an engineering marvel, very scenic and is best viewed from a bicycle saddle.

  We meet up at Golden Travelodge Friday May 22 for a 10 AM start.  Parking is available there for all.  We will support you with baggage transfers plus fuel stops each day where we serve fruit, energy snacks, sandwiches to order and provide water and Gatorade to refill water bottles (dietary preferences can be accommodated).  You will need to book your own accommodation at the 2 recommended hotels: Radium Prestige Hotel for May 22 and Golden Travelodge* for May 23.  (Golden Travelodge will allow all participants to park at their hotel for the weekend.)

  If you want to camp instead, try Redstreak Campground in Radium and Golden Municipal Campground.  

  The registration fee covers volunteer expenses, luggage and hot springs shuttles and snacks and lunches along the route.  A mechanic will accompany us.  Surplus funds will be returned to participants.

  View the route maps here.

  *To book with Golden Travelodge, phone them directly (250-344-2915) rather than using the Travelodge central reservation system.  Tell them you are with the EVCC so they know you will be part of the weekend parking arrangement.

  In Radium the recommended accommodation is the Prestige Hotel, though there is still a little room left across the street at the Mountain Springs Motel.

  

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• Tuesday Tuneup Springbank, Adv, 50km, 500m, HeatherOpseth

  • When
    Tuesday, May 26, 2026
  •  
    6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Eden Brook Funeral Home Parking Lot
  • Spaces left
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  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 (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

  Everyone should do the COP switchbacks at least once per season... now's your chance to get a PR on that Strava segment! You'll be rewarded by a fun ending to the ride down 101st street. 

  
  

  
  

  
  

  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.

  
  

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• Ghost River to Waiparous Return, Int, 78km, 624m, PattyWest

  • When
    Wednesday, May 27, 2026
  •  
    11:00 AM - 3:30 PM
  • Location
    51.219894N 114.716588W, Ghost Dam Recreation Area, South Side of 1A just west of Bridge
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  Coordinator: Patty West

  Difficulty: Intermediate

  Distance:  78 km

  Elevation:  624 m (a few steeper climbs)

  Pace: 25 km/h, no sweep

  Parking: Ghost Dam Recreation Area
  

  E-Bikes allowed: Yes

  It's time for a fall 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)
    

  
  

  
  

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• Rocky Ridge to Madden Loop, Adv, 100km, 876m, PattyWest

  • When
    Saturday, May 30, 2026
  •  
    10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    YMCA at Rocky Ridge Rd NW (NW corner of the parking lot)
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  Coordinator:      Patty West

  Level Ride:         Intermediate/Advanced
  

  Distance:           100km

  Elevation gain:  876m

  Pace:                   25++

  e-Bikes:           No

  
  

  Head north towards Madden where we will stop for a bite to eat & coffee (half way point)  Then we loop back around via Glendale Road and Churches Ranch.

  Please have the necessary items to repair a flat

  
  

  
  

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• Banff to Lake Louise, Adv, 117km, 950m, PattyWest

  • When
    Wednesday, June 03, 2026
  •  
    10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    Banff Train Station east parking lot, 327 Railway Ave. (51.1824958, -115.5736369)
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           Banff to Lake Louise on Scenic Bow Valley              Parkway (hwy 1A)

           Coordinator: Patty West 

           Difficulty:  Int

  Pace: 25+ kph, intermediate++, no sweep

  Distance: 117km, advanced

  Elevation Gain: 946 m (intermediate+/advanced)

  Start: 10:00am wheels rolling, please arrive 10-15 minutes early

  Parking: east of Banff Train Station, 327 Railway Ave. (see below)

  E-Bikes:  no
  

  Route description:
  

  This is an out-and-back adventure, starting from Banff and cycling along the entire Bow Valley Parkway (1A) to Lake Louise Ski Resort.

  We will stop for a lunch break at the Lake Louise Ski Resort. There are a number of eateries open at the resort if you wish to purchase a lunch. I'm suggesting we stop at the Banded Peak Base Camp. Or you can pack a lunch and enjoy it on the grass. We then return along the same route we went out to find a tailgate party at the end.

  There will be a very brief stop out and back at Castle Junction to regroup. 

  No sweep, limited stops.

  This is meant to be a longer intermediate pace with few stops, the major stop being Lake Louise Ski Resort for lunch and very brief stops at Castle Junction.

  If you run into trouble, you can use the Roam Bus to return to Banff.

  DO NOT PARK at the lot at the train station. This is the overflow lot. We will meet in the main park to the east off the traffic circle.

  Safety elements:

  • Consider carrying bear spray
  • There are areas on 1A without cell service
  • Be self-sufficient; carry tools and be prepared to perform simple bike maintenance 
  • There will be no sweep. There is a brief stop at Castle Junction.

  
  

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• Banff The Whole Enchilada, Adv+, 110km, 1200m, HeatherOpseth

  • When
    Saturday, June 06, 2026
  •  
    9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
  • Location
    Visitor Info Centre in Canmore, by the Legacy Trail
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  Level: Advanced+

  Type: Recreational

  Coordinator: Heather Opseth

  Distance: 110 km

  Pace:  25-28 km/hr

  Elevation Gain: 1,200 m

  E-bikes: No

  This is the Big Kahuna. The Full Meal Deal. The Whole Enchilada. 

  It's everything Banff has to offer a cyclist, for those who love beautiful scenery and lots of hills. 

  This popular route includes Canmore to Banff on the Legacy Trail, Lake Minnewanka, Johnson Lake, Tunnel Mountain, Mount Norquay, Vermillion Lakes, Bow Falls, and the golf course loop. We will keep the ride moving along briskly but will stop at some of the best viewpoints. 

  AND, wait there's more! We will have a mid-way refreshment at the Wild Flour Bakery in Banff.  https://www.wildflourbakery.ca

  Start time: 9:30 a.m., please arrive at least 15 mins early so you're ready to roll

  Parking: Legacy Trail Parking lot (formerly Travel Alberta Canmore Visitor Centre) located on the south side of Hwy 1 on the west end of Canmore Service Road.

  See: https://goo.gl/maps/eNY5ZK1f1JsPwhAUA

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Banff Just the Best Bits, Adv, 90km, 971m, LyleOpseth

  • When
    Saturday, June 06, 2026
  •  
    10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    51.106187N, 115.367328W, The Legacy Trail by the former Visitor Centre
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  Coordinator: Lyle Opseth
  

  Difficulty:
  

  Pace: 23-25 km/h, intermediate

  Distance: 91 km, intermediate

  Elevation Gain: 971 m, advanced

  E-bikes: Yes

  Description:

  This popular ride is the shorter version of the whole enchilada ride for those of us wanting an easier ride and still want to cycle the best parts of the whole enchilada ride, saving things like the trip up the Norquay switchbacks for another weekend. We know we can do it; we just don't need to prove it--yet.

  Nonetheless, due to the early season, this is considered an advanced ride due to the distance and elevation.
  

  
  

  This route includes Canmore to Banff on the Legacy Trail, Lake Minnewanka with a side-trip to Johnson Lake, Tunnel Mountain, views of Bow Falls from both sides of Bow River, and the scenic golf course loop.

  We will stop at photogenic sites as needed for those whose trigger finger needs to shoot some photos (e.g., Bow Falls, Banff golf course, etc.)

  Those who don't fancy doing Tunnel Mountain Road and Tunnel Mountain Drive twice can take the low shortcut through the townsite on the return to Canmore.

  We will stop at Central Park approximately half-way into the ride for a lunch stop, washrooms, and an opportunity to refill water bottles.

  
  

  There will be a tailgate party after the ride in the parking lot.

  
  

  Parking:

  The legacy trail parking lot in Canmore, see the map below. Also, formerly the Travel Alberta Canmore Visitor Centre located on the south side of Hwy 1 on the west end of Canmore Service Road. See: https://goo.gl/maps/eNY5ZK1f1JsPwhAUA
  

  Safety:

  • traffic on shared roads; narrow shoulders
  • the bridge crossing on the road to Johnson Lake is single lane
    
  • we are in bear country, consider carrying bear spray
    
  • no cell service in some areas (e.g., Lake Minnewanka)
    
  • steep sections on some roadways (Lake Minnewanka, Tunnel Mountain Road)
    

  
  

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• Highwood Pass Gate to Gate Mini, Adv, 74km, 1250m, PattyWest

  • When
    Wednesday, June 10, 2026
  •  
    11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    Pocaterra Parking on hwy742 (50.6984616, -115.1143271)
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  ROAD RIDE - LEVEL: Strong Intermediate/advanced

  Coordinator: Patty West

  Distance: 74 km

  Pace: 8-12 km/hr climbing, 50+ km/hr descending

  Elevation Gain: 1250 m

  E-Bikes Allowed: no

  Description: wheels roll at 11:00am

  This is a shortened version of the gate to gate.  All of the ride is free of vehicle traffic.

  If bad weather, this ride has an alternate for Thursday 11th. 

  Starting at the North Gate this is an out and back riding to and over the summit to Mist Creek Day use area. NO sweep.

  Enjoy the scenery on Highway 40, and ascend the highest paved road in Canada from the North Side as well as the South Side which also means fun descents on both sides.

  Please come prepared with clothing for changeable mountain weather conditions (rain and/or headwind) We will be gaining significant elevation -- even on a nice day, it will be colder higher up and the descent can be very chilly. 

  Parking: Pocaterra Parking lot 2km in on hwy742 from the North Gate.

  Park Pass: You require a park pass or you will get a ticket.

  See: https://www.alberta.ca/kananaskis-conservation-pass.aspx

  MAP:   http://ridewithgps.com/routes/43013611

  
  

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• Highwood Pass North Side G to G to G, Adv, 115km, 1700m, PattyWest

  • When
    Saturday, June 13, 2026
  •  
    10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
  • Location
    Pocaterra parking lot in Peter Lougheed Park
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  ROAD RIDE - LEVEL: Advanced

  Date/Time: Saturday June 13, 10:00 a.m.

  Bad weather alternative Sunday June 14, 10:00 am.

  Coordinator: Patty West

  Distance: 115 km

  Pace:  advanced but can go at own pace since it is an out and back

   Limited stops - lunch at the top (either/or first and second lunch) 

  Elevation Gain: 1,700 m

  Description:  Because once is not enough... this ride ascends the highest paved road in Canada twice! An epic route, climbing the pass from both directions, starting from the North side. The whole ride is above the winter gate, with no cars on the road until June 15.

  Please come prepared with clothing for changeable mountain weather conditions. We will be gaining significant elevation -- even on a nice day, it will be colder higher up and the long descent can be very chilly. As the entire route is closed to cars, make sure you are self-sufficient with all the food, water, and emergency supplies required for a long day. 

  Parking: Start from Pocaterra in Peter Lougheed Park -- it's a nice spot for a tailgate social after the ride. 

  Park Pass: Reminder! As of June 1, you must have a Kananaskis park pass to visit the park. See: https://www.alberta.ca/kananaskis-conservation-pass.aspx

  Map: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36225042

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Up the Elbow Forget Me Not Pond, Adv, 60km, 835m, PattyWest

  • When
    Wednesday, June 17, 2026
  •  
    9:30 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Bragg Creek Provincial Park
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  Coordinator: Patty West

  Ride level: Advanced

  Distance: 60 km (intermediate)

  Elevation: 835 m, advanced (steep grades)

  Pace: 25 km/h (on the flats of course, speed may be greater on the descents if you dare and naturally slower on the climbs)

  E-Bikes allowed:  no

  Details:

  We are as ready as we ever will be this time of year for the classic ride up the Elbow River on Highway 66 to Forget Me Not Pond. We run this ride before the Elbow Falls gate opens to vehicles May 15.

  This version ride starts at Bragg Creek Provincial Park (NOT the community centre in Bragg Creek), heads up Route 66 to Forget-me-not Pond.

  Limited stops, no sweep - we will regroup at key milestones (Summit). We will stop at the Forget-me-Not Pond day use area to soak in the scenery of the pond and to enjoy our packed lunches.

  At Bragg Creek Prov Park there are parking spots, washrooms, grass and picnic tables here for our enjoyment and relaxation after the ride. We will have a tailgate party afterwards.  Bring a lawn chair and refreshment!

  Safety:

  The road is closed at Elbow Falls to the end and there is generally no cell service. 

  Be prepared for self-support. Bring a pump, patch kit, tools, spare tubes, etc.

  The weather at Forget-Me-Not Pond is often cooler and the descents are long. Bring sufficient clothing. Layers are best including wind/rain jacket.

  Steep descents. Watch for gravel on the shoulders. You may use the lane where the road is closed to traffic.

  East of gate at Elbow Falls, the road is open to traffic…ride single file.

  
  

  
  

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• Tour de Banff The Whole Enchilada, Adv, 100 km, 1000m, PattyWest

  • When
    Saturday, June 20, 2026
  •  
    9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Visitor Info Centre in Canmore, by the Legacy Trail
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  Coordinator: Patty West

  Distance: 100 km

  Pace:  25-27 kph

  Elevation Gain: 1,000 m

  E-bikes: No

  Parking: Travel Alberta Canmore Visitor Centre 

  It's everything Banff has to offer a cyclist, for those who love beautiful scenery and lots of hills. 

  This route includes Canmore to Banff on the Legacy Trail, Lake Minnewanka, Johnson Lake, Mount Norquay, Banff for Coffee, the golf course loop, Bow Falls, Tunnel Mountain and return on the Legacy Trail to Canmore.

  Bring your camera because we will stop at some of the best viewpoints. 

  AND, wait there's more! We will have a mid-way refreshment at the Wild Flour Bakery in Banff.  https://www.wildflourbakery.ca

  
  

  
  

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• Tuesday Tuneup Solstice Ride, Adv, 65km, 600m, HeatherOpseth

  • When
    Tuesday, June 23, 2026
  •  
    6:30 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Location
    Eden Brook Funeral Home
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  Coordinator: Heather Opseth

  Ride level: Advanced and Advanced+ 

  Distance: 65 km

  Pace:

  • Advanced group ~27 kph
  • Advanced+ group 28-30 kph

  Format: Group riding in paceline, staying together on flatter sections; ride at your own pace on hill climbs, regrouping at the top. Advanced+ group may be self-guided so be sure to have the map on your bike computer. 

  Elevation Gain: 600 m

  Summer solstice this week (June 21)! Sun doesn't set until 10 p.m.! Let's make the most of it with an extended ride in Springbank. 

  As usual, there will be a couple of hills -- Escarpment, Emerald Bay, Springbank Heights, and Springbank Road.

  Sunset social! Bring your lawn chair, blanket, and munchies for a tailgate social. While in days gone by you may have partied til the sun came up... this time we will party til the sun goes down!  :) 

  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. 

  
  

  
  

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• Canmore to Lake Louise, Adv, 160km, 1599m, PattyWest

  • When
    Wednesday, July 01, 2026
  •  
    8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    2801 Bow Valley Trail, Canmore, AB T1W 3A2
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   CANADA DAY RIDE  

  ROAD RIDE: Advanced (distance + hills + pace)

  Coordinator:      Patty West

  Distance:           162 km  Pace:   25kph+
  Elevation Gain:  1599m
  Ride format:       No sweep, limited stops
  

  Parking and meeting spot:  Canmore Visitor's Centre, 2801 Bow Valley Trail, Canmore, AB T1W 3A2

  Arrive for 8:00am
  

  Pre-ride info at 8:15am
  Wheels rolling at 8:30am

  Fuel stops
  1) At 53km - regroup and a short snack/water refill stop at Castle Junction 
  2) At 80km - Lunch at Lake Louise Ski Resort
  3) At 107km - another regroup and a short stop at Castle Junction

  Description:

  Cycle from Canmore Visitor's Centre on Legacy Trail, enjoy Bow Valley Parkway, continue to Lake Louise Ski Resort, and return the same way. Apres-ride tail gate back at Canmore visitor's centre. Bring a celebratory beverage of choice and camping chair so you can rest your weary legs.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Drumheller Multi Day Loop 160km, Helen Hayes

  • Start
    Friday, July 17, 2026
  •  
    12:00 PM
  • End
    Sunday, July 19, 2026
  •  
    4:00 PM
  • Location
    Drumheller, AB
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  Three days of cycling in the Badlands with the option of attending The Passion Play at Canada's largest outdoor stage.

  Camping, RV or cabins at the River Grove Campground in Drumheller near the big Dinosaur.

  An area in the campgounds for tents has been blocked.  There are options for tents, cabins and RVs. Call to make your own reservation for July 17 and 18th. 1-403-814-9946.

  Options to ride the complete distance or shorten each day.

  Friday arrive and set up camp. Ride to Wayne and back, evening group meal in the campground.

  Saturday - Ride east to the ghost town of Dorothy with stops at East Coulee and the Atlas Coal Mine. Tour around Dorothy, lunch then challenge the last hill.  Return to Drumheller with a stop at the Rosedale suspension bridge and Refreshments at Roadhouse Biker Bar. 7 km back to Drumheller along the paved pathway.

   Shorter RIde:

  Ride to East Coulee (22 km) or the Atlas Mine, (24km) with stops at the Rosedale Suspension Bridge & Roadhouse Biker Bar. 

  Option to attend The Passion Play at the outdoor Ampitheater, Canada's largest outdoor stage.  There are 15 seats reserved for us in a block with a 15% group discount.  Deposit is $15  to hold your seat.  The balance of around $70 will be due on June 15th. NOTE:  The ampitheater is a few kilometers out of Drumheller and we will need to carpool and buy parking passes for around $8 per vehicle. 

  Sunday - ride west past the Horsethief Canyon (18km) lookout then continue down to the Bleriot ferry and up the other side returning to Drumheller on the south side of the Red Deer Riiver on South Dinosaur Trail.

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

  
  

  
  

  

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