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Here's another route option for tomorrow's Season Opening Ride, a longer version for those wanting a little more that will split the group at  Chippawa Creek Road. Suitable for those who already have some spring riding in their legs!

When:   Saturday Sept. 15, 8:30 am

What:   Take a ride from our usual start spot in Fireman's Park, through the vineyards to St. David's (30K).  In St. David's,at the Lion's park, we will join up with the Outspokin' Slow Ride group who are hosting a free community cycling event to Celebrate Ontario by bike.(16K).  Stay for the BBQ and return with the group or as you wish, to Fireman's Park (10K).   This will be an all levels ride, at a Rec pace.

To de la terre Bakery and Cafe in Vineland (delaterre.ca) via Port Dalhousie, Jordan, Balls Falls. Return via Jordan Valley, St Catharines (Oakdale).

Ride will be at a B pace. If you choose to sprint ahead make sure you know where the next turn is, cuz I won't chase you down.

Down the escarpment at Taylor Rd from Mountain Rd. , up at Canal Rd. into Thorold to Decew, down Effingham Rd. Fairly flat to Taylor Rd. again up to Mountain Rd.

Stop in Fenwick for a coffee. Yes, it's a restaurant but coffee and muffin only takes 15-20 minutes here!  No need to worry about long delay!

Created by Al Pizzi

There may be a hill or two....or three!

This is the somewhat slower and shorter of the 2 rides

This is the Faster and Longer of the 2 rides.

Possible water stop at km 42-43 (Convenience store at Netherby and Montrose)