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Bike in the Morning & Visit Historic Sites in the Afternoon (8/27/2016)

PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Once you've reviewed the event details, and decided you'd like to join us, you MUST sign up at the bottom of this page.

You are STRONGLY encouraged to read this page in its entirety before signing up. If you'd like to attend, we ask that you abide by our rules and procedures as a time/cost saving process (with an end result of keeping membership free and lower cost events).

The Basics:

Event Type:

Bike

Event Location:

Hamilton

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Aug 27 2016 7:15 AM (Carpool Departure: 7:30 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Fri, Aug 26 2016 5:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

10 hours or so

Difficulty Rating:

D3: Moderate

Event Coordinator(s):

Yiu
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Member Cost:

Voluntary Donation Only (See Below)

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 18 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

2 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

Note: If we get more drivers, I will increase the number of the participants. If you are a driver, please indicate how many people and bikes that you can take on your car.

We leave Toronto very early in the morning, so we can enjoy the lovely morning ride. Personally, I hate waking up before 10am, but for cycling, I am willing to wake up that early.lol.

Biking distance is 55 km (note: I changed the meeting location at Hamilton; therefore, the distance increased). Elevation: + 320 / - 320 m. This is not a beginner ride. It is a bit hilly, but not difficult either. Having a road bike will save you lots of energy and is highly recommended.

Please be on time for the carpooling. We don't wait for people.

However, if you feel that you just want to walk. That's fine as well. But if you choose not to cycle, remember that we are going to meet at the parking lot at 11am. Please don't be late!! You can visit the Botanical Garden near the parking lot or just walk around the city.

Itinerary

7:15am-7:30am loading your bike/gears
7:30 am depart from York Mill station to cycling
8:30 am arrive at the parking lot
8:45am-11:00am cycling

NOTE: the parking lot location changed!! The reason for change is because I confirmed that the parking lot at Dundurn castle is free, no worries of getting a ticket!

We start cycling at the parking lot at Dundurn National Historic Site.

The address is: 610 York Boulevard Hamilton ON.

If you choose to meet at the event, please meet at this parking lot no later than 8:30am.

Here’s the map!
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/16031334
Note: I found the route on the ridewithgps.com quite a while ago, and I edited a bit. It was designed by another person (forgot the name…will add on if I found it. Thanks for some nice people who found a nice route for us!

Please download the map on your phone or print it out. We ride on our own speed. However, I like to socialize, so it can be good to stay together. We can discuss more when we meet.

11:00am & Lunch
HMCS Haida National Historic Site
Pier 9, 658 Catharine Street North, Hamilton ON

After Lunch
Dundurn National Historic Site
610 York Boulevard Hamilton ON

Then you can choose where you would like to visit!

2:00pm-5:00pm
Whitehern Historic House & Garden (close at 4:00pm)
41 Jackson Street West, Hamilton, Ontario

Art Gallery of Hamilton (close at 5:00pm)
123 King Street West Hamilton ON

5:00pm-> If people would like to have a drink at a local coffee shop, that's great. If not, let's head back to Toronto!

Important!! Please make sure that your bike is in good condition and you bring a spare tube in case that you get a flat!!

Required Items to Bring:
Bicycle helmet, bike lights, lunch, water, spare tube, sun block, snacks and lunch, bicycle lock, clothing to suit the weather conditions.

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.

How to Get There:

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

165Km

Carpool Departure Time:

7:30 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $42.57 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Tuesday, December 3, 2024). This is based on $0.08/Km for maintenance, plus current gas price divide by 9. Your event coordinator will confirm exactly how much money is required from each person.

Notes:

- We encourage all members to follow our Etiquette Guidelines at all times while participating in TOC events.
- Details of this event are subject to undergo a change at any point in time, with or without warning.
- Questions about equipment or rentals? Send them to safety@torontooutdoorclub.com.
- Notice any errors or problems in the information on this page? Please notify our Content Editor(s), Stacy, at content@torontooutdoorclub.com.

Cost Includes:

Cost depends on how many historic sites that you would like to visit. Please bring cash if you are a passenger.

Voluntary Donation: ( What is this?)
Suggested donation amount for this event is: $2.00/Person.

Cancellation/Partial Attendance:
Please review our Cancellation Policy carefully!