Springbank Heights, easy, 33 km, Lyle O

Coordinator: Lyle Opseth

Road Ride:    Pace: 18-22, easy

Distance:  33 km

Elevation:  294 m

The intermediate and advanced riders in the club love Springbank Heights for the hill workouts and because the route has interesting and scenic views of the mountains, Bow River valley and acreages. Join me for an easier version of the area where we will experience some of the highlights without the distance or pace and without all the elevation. There is still almost 300 metres of climbing however.

I have kept this ride to about 30 km and avoided some difficult climbs so we won't get to view the Bow River valley from Emerald Bay, for example, though it is worth a visit. Other places to visit include Idylwyld acreages and Glenbow Lake (Harmony) and they are definitely worth the visit for the more adventurous or perhaps on a future easy ride.

We will start and finish at Springbank for all Seasons (also known as Springbank High School). Park at the west side of the parking lot, next to Range Road 33. Don't forget about the tailgate party afterwards.