Join up with other club members
on the message board and get out there riding
this summer! The rides aren't official OTC
outings but member-led, allowing you the freedom
to go where and when you want.
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It is recommended that all riders bring
with them an ICE card,
listing important emergency information.
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Know your average long ride
speed so groups can be formed that will stay
together.
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As in any group workout, some
athletes might have to sacrifice a little
pace in order to enjoy the benefits of the
group environment.
- Bring a tool kit, extra
tube, fluid/food, and one cell phone per
group
- One-way/turnaround routes
are recommended so distances can be
varied easily.
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Top 10 Group Riding Tips
1. Ride predictably.
2. Always shoulder check before changing your line (ie passing, pulling
back in, turning).
3. Signal your turns and stops.
4. Maintain your line and do so approximately one metre from the curb.
5. Point out obstacles that should be avoided (shout out too if
required).
6. Make individual decisions and checks at stop signs; don't be a sheep.
7. Ride over minor bumps instead of swerving to avoid.
8. Don't accelerate when assuming the pull at the front.
9. Regroup when required after stops signs, traffic lights, hills.
10. If you have technical problems (ie flat, chain off) don't brake
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A Great
Meeting Spot:
Tunney's Pasture
(In the parking lot at the corner of Parkdale
and Goldenrod |
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Weather Tip: Stay
safe!
Here is an excellent
resource on the topic - click on 'Surviving
a Thunderstorm'. |
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Possible Routes: |
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35k |
Tunney's to Colonel By |
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45k |
Tunney's to Parkways |
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54k |
Tunney's
to Champlain Lookout |
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54k |
Tunney's to Gatineau Park
Loop |
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60k |
Britannia To Thomas Dolan |
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60k |
Tunney's To Rockcliffe Pkwy |
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64k |
Tunney's To Manotick |
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70k |
Tunney's To Richmond |
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73k |
Tunney's to All City Parkways |
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75k |
Tunney's To Wakefield |
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75k |
Tunney's To Wakefield (105) |
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80k |
Tunney's To Thomas Dolan |
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90k |
Dave's Manotick Loop |
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90k |
Tunney's To Navan |
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Please note: Individuals
using the above routes do so at their own risk.
The OTC takes no responsibility for the current
condition or suitability of the routes. |
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More on cycling safety: |
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Some
applicable sections of the highway traffic act |
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Tips for Dan Empfield |
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