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Break at approximately 47 km

The last out-of-town gravel grinder of 2024 is ready and it's a good one! The ride is scheduled for Saturday Nov. 2 BUT WE MIGHT SWITCH TO SUNDAY NOV. 3 depending on the weather forecast. Plan to meet at the Pitcock Dam Parking Lot South for a 10 am start (467-453 Rivercrest Dr, Woodstock, ON N4S 5W5).

The 104 km route goes through scenic rolling farmland. No single track or "technical" bits. Highlights include:

• Almost 70 km of dirt!

• The entire Hickson rail trail!

Ride starts at 9am from Stevensville Conservation Area (2555 Ott Rd, Stevensville).  From QEW Sodom Road exit, head south to W. Main Street, turn right, continue to end of street, entrance to Conservation Area is directly across.  Park in lot at 2nd driveway.  Route includes Ridgeway, Crystal Beach, Port Colborne, Pie Guys (Port Colborne) and Lakeshore road, then returning to Stevensville.  Mostly country roads.

Trip to Fort Erie along the Parkway with a stop at the Little Red Coffee Shop in Fort Erie.

stopping at MacFarland Park after about 30 Km for a break.  Bring a sandwich or snack with you.

Break at approx 45 km