May has come and gone. Where does the time go? But looking ahead to the summer, there is still plenty of cycling to be done, so let's make the most of it!

Remember that ride times change JUNE 1. This weekend you have to GET UP EARLY!

8:00 start for morning rides

6:00pm start remains in place for evening rides. Bring your lights out on the evening rides.

Amici Per La Vita Spring Get Away Training Weekend

When: Friday, June 1 – Sunday, June 3rd

Where: Ellicottville, New York

What: A weekend of riding: Friday night warm up, Saturday long ride and Sunday spin before heading home at lunch.

Rides will be organized to suit the levels of riders and available leaders attending.

We will be staying at the Wildflower Townhouse complex just outside of Ellicottville. The townhouses come in a combination of studio, studio with loft, master loft and two bedrooms with one or two baths, so we can accommodate various groups of riders. (4-6 or more). The condos include kitchens with all the amenities for easy preparation of breakfasts and snacks. The condo rate for a 2-storey townhome that can sleep 6 is $262USD/night. . There are smaller units that sleep 4 for $125-$160USD/night. Their cancellation policy is full refund less $20 admin fee if cancelled no less than 7 days ahead of arrival. (May 26th).  Accommodations can be viewed and booked by following this link if you have a group of Amici to fill a unit:  https://www.holidayvalley.com/lodging/wildflower/  If you are looking for a roommate, please contact Bev @ bevwright17@gmail.com, or 905-933-3672 and we will connect you with others who are interested.

Ellicottville is a small village, 130km from NF, which is known for its ski resort. There is plenty to do for non-cycling spouses, with shopping, hiking and local attractions.

https://www.google.ca/maps/place/Wildflower,+Ellicottville

http://www.ellicottvilleny.com/directory-category/things-to-do

Things you need to know:   You will require a valid passport. You may want to register your bike before leaving, if you have not done so already. To register with customs here is our advice: For any expensive items (especially your bike, but also cameras, lap tops, etc.), you may wish to complete an Identification of Articles For Temporary Exportation (for Canadians going into the US). You can obtain this form at the border or at your local customs office. Have the form(s) stamped at the border or prior to your trip. The serial number of the item is recorded on the form and proves the origin of the item. Otherwise the item could be dutiable/taxable. Once completed and stamped keep with the item and use for future trips

Special Event for our Royal Watchers, Ladies and Gents invited!

Saturday, May 19th:  11am

This late staring ride will be a C-B pace for those of you who are going to get up early, watch the Royal Nuptuals, nap and then want to ride!

Meaghan and Harry get married. Let's celebrate in style. Helmet and other "wedding" decorations encouraged!

Carolyn, our own "kilo-queen" will lead us on a 50k meader, likely to NOTL.

Should the dark clouds persist and postpone our Saturday, May 12th ride, we will offer a "downstairs"  TIRE CHANGING seminar session with Scott May and an "upstairs" TECHNOLOGY session with some of the tech geeks from our Club.

When:  Saturday, May 12th, 10:00 - 11:30am

Where: Klein Developments Building, 6279 Huggins Street, Niagara Falls 

Whether you want to learn how to create a route on Strava, upload to the website or your Garmin or change a flat in under 10 minutes, we will have someone on hand to help.

Up or down, bring your laptop or tablet or bike or just your questions and we'll try and not waste a rainy morning.