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BCC is a proud sponsor at this year's
Barrie Film Festival - Reel Stories
Tracing the Divide
adventure cycling documentary
This Reel Story follows two life-long friends who embark on an adventure
of a lifetime riding the rigorous
Great Divide Mountain Bike Route from Canada to Mexico
get tickets to the March 22 Barrie screening!
Be sure to check out other Reel Stories at the 2025 Barrie Film Festival
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Terry Fox National Ride of Hope
The Terry Fox Foundation is very excited to commemorate the 45th Anniversary of Terry’s Marathon of Hope with a one-time, coast-to-coast cycling event. The Terry Fox National Ride of Hope's fundraising goal of $1 million will benefit vital cancer research via the Terry Fox Foundation and the Marathon of Hope Cancer Care Networks.
On June 9, eight elite cyclists led by Terry’s younger brother, Darrell Fox, will depart from Vancouver to ride 7000 km across Canada and arrive in St. John’s on July 10, 2025. We are excited to be riding through Ontario from June 21st – July 2 and Barrie Cycling Club have been invited to get involved!
Please see below for additional details and links to register:
PROVINCIAL RIDER:
Join the National Team for a day in your province and ride to commemorate the 45th Anniversary of Terry’s Marathon of Hope. All provincial riders must apply. Check out the Hop On Location List to find a location nearest you.
Qualifications
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Avid road cyclist
Experience riding in a peloton -
Capable of 200-240km in a day
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Average Pace of 30km/hour
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Ride solo or create a team
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Committed to raising $1,500 for cancer research
RIDE-A-LONG RIDER:
Join the National team for a casual ride (up to 10km). This opportunity is open to cyclists of all abilities. Ride solo or create a team. All riders must pre-register and note the location where they will be joining us. Check out the Hop On Location List to find a location nearest you.
Qualifications
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Love to ride bikes
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Inspired by Terry and his legacy
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Committed to fundraising
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Our BCC Club Store is open today, Monday January 20th 2025, and will close on Wednesday, January 29th at 11:59pm.
Delivery will be in early April (8 weeks from January 30th )
To order, click here
The 2025 Club Registration is now open!
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We look forward to riding with you in the Spring!
First official group rides begin Tuesday, April 29
See the club Calendar for details
Annual Ridge Road Clean-up
Sunday, May 4, 9-11 am
Volunteers needed!
Call or message Eric 705-718-7760
in the meantime check out our Facebook page for the latest chatter!
Any cancellations or short notice status updates will be posted on the Ride Status page and the BCC Facebook page
September Women's Ride, Saturday September 28 - meet at Meridian Place for 9 am rollout, ride leaders Barb W and Nadia M
Social ride with a coffee stop either along the way or at the end of the ride
Avg Speed: 24-25km/hr; Distance approximately 80km
Tour de T1D was a success! Thanks to all BCC members who rode and supported this great community cause.
Reminder! Beginning September 3, Tuesday rides will begin at 6:00 pm for more daylight
Weekly News
Rides for Sep 23 - Sep 29 Sun sets around 7:10 pm this week
Weekly Rides Descriptions, click here
Monday “Eez into Monday” - Done for this season!
Tuesday Ride: East Bayfield Rec Centre parking lot starting 6:00 pm rollout
September route ALL groups (to be adjusted as needed, by ride leaders):
https://www.strava.com/routes/3137034231366760834
A Group: average pace 34 km/h+; 60-75 km – drop ride (join B if low numbers)
B Groups: average pace 29-33 km/h; 60-75 km – no drop ride until Ridge Road, but plenty of "hot spots"
C Group: average pace 26-29 km/h; 60-75 km– no drop ride, some "hot spots"
D Group: average pace 24-26km/h; 50-60 km– no drop ride
* Note: Read the BCC Ride Practices document to learn about “Hot Spots"
Wednesday Evening Learn to Group Ride - Done for the season!
Thursday Morning “Sunrise Group Ride” - Done for the season!
Thursday Morning “Seasoned Social Ride” – Done for the season!
Saturday Gravel Rides – Sunnidale Park start (unless change announced on the Facebook page or Gravel WhatsApp group) – 9:00 am rollout Group riding experience needed. Average pace 23-25km/h; 60-110 km
Joe & Lori will continue unsanctioned rides through the Fall, weather permitting
Sunday Social Coffee Ride – depends on ride leader availability this week. Keep an eye on Facebook for last minute details.
Route Access updates:
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OroMedonte Line 3 between Ski Trails Rd and Highway 11 is closed for construction. Reopens October 31, 2024. Details here
A few reminders:
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You need to have a BCC membership and OCA Citizen’s license (minimum) to join all group rides (see “Join” button of the main page of www.barriecyclingclub.com)
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Review the BCC Ride Practices on the website
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Make sure your bike is in good working order, that you are self sufficient for any minor mechanical issues (flats, etc.), have water and food, and lights for your bike
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Arrive at least 15 minutes before the ride is scheduled to roll out so we can organize into groups of 10-12 and review any necessary information
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Maintain constant awareness of the bikes and traffic around you
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You must have a working red rear light and helmet to join any ride
Facebook BCC Group: consider getting a Facebook and Instagram accounts even if just for cycling purposes. Request to join the Barrie Cycling Club group. It’s the fastest way to communicate if there are any sudden changes.
Please bookmark this page because going forward the “weekly email” with the weekly outline of rides and routes will now be posted here in our 'News' section and will not be sent directly to individual emails. Only special announcements and events will be sent to individual emails.
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If you have any comments or suggestions for improvement,
please email Carol Kay at carolkbcc@gmail.com
