Elbow Valley Cycle Club upcoming events

Banff to Moraine Lake 145 km Adv, TanyaColwell (Sunday, August 02, 2026)

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Coordinator: Tanya Colwell

Distance: 145 km

Pace: 25+ kph

Elevation Gain: 1,450 m

E-bikes Allowed: No

This is a challenging ride from Banff to Lake Louise for advanced cyclists who have plenty of kilometres in their legs and have already completed a few 100+ km rides this season.

We will ride the scenic Highway 1A between Banff and Lake Louise. The road is open to vehicle traffic and riders are required to ride single file at all times.

Stops will be limited to maintain a steady pace. We will have a regrouping stop at Johnston Canyon and then stop for lunch in Lake Louise Village (after the climb to Moraine Lake).

Air quality: The forecast AQHI is 3–5, from low to moderate risk. Smoke conditions may change during the day.

Safety: Consider bringing bear spray, along with plenty of food and water and tools for minor repairs. Cell service is unavailable on parts of the route. If you run into trouble, you can use the Roam Bus to return to Banff.

Parking is at the Banff Train Station Public Parking Lot located at 327 Railway Avenue. This is free parking, with a 9-hour limit. See: https://banff.ca/trainstation

PLEASE do not park at the lot right at the train station. This is the overflow lot. We will meet in the main parking area to the east of the traffic circle.

Chestermere Lake, Int, 65km, 200m, JohnTole, (Sunday, August 02, 2026)

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Meet at Refinery park on Ogden road, bike pathways and roads to Chestermere lake.

Distance: 65 km intermediate.

Elevation: 200 m + -

Pace: 16 -20 km

E bikes: yes

Lunch stop at Chestermere landing, or bring your own,

also stop at DQ

For more info call John 403-804-1275

ICE CREAM! Up the Elbow Forget Me Not Pond, Adv/Int, 60km, 835m, PattyWest (Tuesday, August 04, 2026)

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Coordinator: Patty West

Ride level: Advanced / Intermediate

Distance: 60 km (intermediate)

Elevation: 835 m, advanced (steep grades)

Pace: 25 +/- km/h (on the flats, of course speed may be greater on the descents if you dare and naturally slower on the climbs)

E-Bikes allowed: no

Details:

Let’s add to the classic ride up the Elbow River on Highway 66 to Forget Me Not Pond by stopping for ICE CREAM at Ida May’s Creamery.

This version ride starts at Bragg Creek Provincial Park (NOT the community centre in Bragg Creek), heads up Route 66 to Forget-me-not Pond.

Limited stops, no sweep - we will regroup at key milestones (Summit). We will stop at the Forget-me-Not Pond day use area to soak in the scenery of the pond and to enjoy the view.

At Bragg Creek Prov Park there are parking spots, washrooms in the second half of the lot. Please drive into there to meet the group. Also less dust on your car in there.

On the return we will go past the Provincial Park to Ida May’s for ice cream provided by the “Club”. Then we will ride back to the park approx 2km to the cars.

Safety:

The road is open to traffic but on a Tuesday it will be relatively light.

Be prepared for self-support. Bring a pump, patch kit, tools, spare tubes, etc.

Its going to be a warm day ensure you have 2 bottles of water,

Steep descents. Watch for gravel on the shoulders.

There are several cattle guards to ride over. They do have a strip to stay on to make it easier crossing them.

Viking Voyage: Icelandic Creamery and Danish History, Int, 61k, 245m, RichardThorpe (Tuesday, August 04, 2026)

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Ride into history with a visit to the Icelandic Village of Markerville, and on to the Danish Museum in Dickson, with an optional gourmet Danish buffet.

(Text underlined are website hyperlinks or google map links)

Route: We ride from Spruce View north and east to Markerville, a town of historical sites including the CREAMERY where an ice cream snack is optional.

We then backtrack south and cross the Dickson Dam at the tip of Glennifer Lake for a photo opp.

Form there we make a brief stop at the Dickson Store, then on to the DANISH CANADIAN MUSEUM.

At the Museum we are treated to a lovely garden setting with a pond, various building, and even a replica of a Viking ship. Those who wish can have lunch from the SAGA CAFE MENU. We may book a buffet lunch, which includes a beverage and desert, for about $20-25, so please let me know when you register if you want to participate in the buffet, order for yourself, or bring your own lunch.

After lunch it is a short ride back to Spruce View.

As we are riding on country roads, a bright flashing tail light is recommended.

Ride Coordinator: Richard Thorpe rsvp9999@yahoo.com 403-978-6683

Pace: 20-24 kph, regrouping at corners and intersections.

Parking: Spruce View Community Ctr. 2127 10 Ave, Spruce View, AB T0M 1V0. east side of parking lot

Please be ready to ride 15 min. before start time.

Tuesday Tuneup Springbank, Adv, 50km, 500m, HeatherOpseth (Tuesday, August 04, 2026)

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Coordinator: Heather Opseth

Level: For advanced/experienced road riders, must be comfortable with paceline riding.

Distance: 50 km

Pace (2-3 groups):

Advanced group(s) - 25-27+ kph average speed

Advanced+ group - 28-30+ kph average speed (may be self-guided)

For advanced/experienced road riders, must be comfortable with paceline riding. Ride at your own pace on hill segments, regroup after each climb.

Elevation Gain: 400 m

This route uses the new road that goes behind Springbank Airport into Harmony (not the golf course bike path).

Parking spot is the Eden Brook Funeral Home, off Lower Springbank Road (see route map for exact location).

Newcomers welcome. There will be good company and a social atmosphere. If you are unsure about the speed, pacelining format, and difficulty level of the ride, please contact the coordinator in advance.

Ghost River to Waiparous Return, Int/Adv, 78km, 624m, PattyWest (Wednesday, August 05, 2026)

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Coordinator: Patty West

Difficulty: Intermediate/advanced

Distance: 78 km

Elevation: 624 m (a few steeper climbs)

Pace: 25+/- km/h, no sweep

Parking: Ghost Dam Recreation Area

E-Bikes allowed: no

This is a scenic ride following the Ghost River best ridden on mid-weekdays when the roads are quietest.

There is no sweep as this is an out and back ride.

There is a snack stop on the south side of the Ghost River Bridge on Richards Road (see marker on the map). We will stop on the return from the turn around at the end of Richards Road.

The ride will end with a tailgate party at Ghost Lake after the ride so bring your lawn chair and some post-ride recovery snacks. Some brave cyclists swim in Ghost Lake after the ride to cool off on hot days.

Safety:

Narrow shoulders on Highway 40 (Forestry Trunk Road)
Limited cell service
No services (i.e., food, water)
Narrow should on highway 1A bridge crossing over Ghost Lake
The two bridges on highway 40 have steep approaches, are signle lane with alternating traffic and have wooden decks (so watch for cracks or missing boards and uneven surfaces)
Steep descent on the return to the Highway 1A intersection from Highway 40 (and a steep climb the other way obviously)

Ice Cream Evening Unwind to Cochrane, Adv, 65km, 676m, Tanya Colwell (Thursday, August 06, 2026)

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Coordinator: Tanya Colwell

Distance: 65 km

Type: Training

Level: For advanced/experienced road riders -- must be comfortable with paceline riding as a group.

Pace: 25-30 kph average speed

Elevation Gain: 676 m

Description:

The usual Thursday evening unwind ride with a bit of variation to the route. Those who finish and wait for Tanya, will be treated to an ice cream after the ride.

This is a steady-paced group ride, and new participants are welcome, come for training and stay for the great company.

This week features another route variation, no Cochrane hill but a nice little “bonus” at the end.

If needed, we’ll split into two groups:

Advanced
Advanced+

Weather:
This ride will be cancelled in the event of inclement weather.

Parking / Meeting Point:
We’ll meet at the Shane Homes YMCA in Rocky Ridge, gathering in the northwest corner of the parking lot. Please arrive 15 minutes before the ride start time.

Hayride Fondo 2026 (Saturday, August 08, 2026)

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Hayride Fondo

SAVE THE DATE: Saturday, August 8, 2026

Ride and Social

Multiple rides of various distances will be held on this day in a similar format as our popular Canola Fields Fondo.

Meeting place:

The starting point is Heritage Pointe Soccer Fields- Access along Dunbow Road, either west from the Deerfoot or east from Highway 2A. Kindly use this area for parking: https://goo.gl/maps/mM6gToZwe5yb6oU39

Apres-ride social: Meet at the Stockman's restaurant & lounge for after the ride social.

Note: This event will be rescheduled in case of inclement weather, you will be notified the day before the event.

Hayride Fondo De Winton Okotoks, Int, 84km, 700m, SalFaoroLyleOpseth (Saturday, August 08, 2026)

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Level: Intermediate

Type: Recreational .

Coordinators: Sal Faoro & Lyle Opseth

Distance: 84 km

Pace: 21-24 km/h

Elevation Gain: 695 m

E-Bikes allowed: Y

Meeting place/parking:

The starting point is Heritage Pointe Soccer Fields- Access along Dunbow Road, either west from the Deerfoot or east from Highway 2A. Kindly use this area for parking: https://goo.gl/maps/mM6gToZwe5yb6oU39

Description:

Enjoy the route through De Winton, Okotoks and Dunbow from last year's hayride fondo.

We ride towards De Winton, head towards Granary Road (i.e., Road to Nepal, on to Okotoks and return to the start via roads cycled in the classic Dunbow 77 ride.

Washrooms and water can be obtained in Okotoks, such as at 7-11 at Milligan Dr. and 32nd St (45 km). There are nearby parks for a lunch stop. There are also washrooms at Granary Road Farmer's Market and park (16.5 km).

After the ride, we can enjoy refreshments at Stockman's Lounge or a tailgate party.

Hayride Fondo 2026, Intermediate, 45km, 320m, GarryDenman (Saturday, August 08, 2026)

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 16:15:00 GMT

Join Us

Saturday, August 8th

For The 2026 Hayride Fondo!

Dunbow Loops

Ride and Apres-ride Social

Ready to ride time: 10:15 am Saturday August 8, 2026

Ride level: Intermediate.

Coordinator: Garry Denman

Distance: 45 km. regrouping at most intersections so no one is left behind.

Pace: 18 - 22 km/hr.

Elevation gain / loss: 320 meters.

E-bikes: welcome

Bring: water, lunch / snacks, flat repair kit.

Meeting place/parking:

The starting point for this event is west of Heritage Point Plaza at the soccer field parking. Kindly use this area for parking: https://goo.gl/maps/mM6gToZwe5yb6oU39

Apres-ride social: Please leave your vehicle at the soccer field and walk to the Stockman's restaurant & lounge for after the ride social.

Hayride Fondo - Leighton Art Centre, Int., 60 km, 673m, RichardThorpe (Saturday, August 08, 2026)

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 16:30:00 GMT

The 2026 Hay Ride Fondo!

August 8, 2026

Ride and Apres-ride Social

Coordinator: Richard (403-978-6683, rsvp9999@yahoo.com)

Level: Int., climbing (8%) and descending

Distance: 60 km

Elevation Gain: 673 m

Pace: 22-24 kph on level, climbing and descending at your own pace, with regrouping at key points.

E-Bikes: Yes
Route Description:
We will ride west, then up the "Old Road to Nepal." Just before the top we go left and climb some more to the Leighton Art Center, where we break for lunch.

The view from the top, barring clouds or smoke, is amazing! There is an art museum/store, and we will take time for some browsing if anyone is interested.

There no food available at Leighton, so plan to bring your lunch. Leighton has the only washroom along the route.

From there we drop down a long steep road (7.5%). cross the New Road to Nepal. then descend more gradually through a lovely valley. And finally we loop around hay fields to Dewinton and back to the start.

Notes:

Some of our route is on roads with narrow or no shoulder so a bright flashing tail light is recommended.

Climbing gears and descending skills will be useful.

This map is traced for cues/prompts if you care to download to your device. But please use an earbud or keep the sound off.

Meeting place/parking:

The starting point is Heritage Pointe Soccer Fields gravel lot west of the shopping center off Dunbow Road. (Between the Deerfoot and the 2A.)

Google link to starting point:

https://goo.gl/maps/mM6gToZwe5yb6oU39

Apres-ride social: Meet at the Stockman's restaurant & lounge for a post ride social.

For other distances and paces, please check out our other Hayride Fondo ride postings in the calendar.

Note: This event will be rescheduled in case of inclement weather, you will be notified the day before the event.

Tuesday Tuneup Springbank, Adv, 50km, 500m, HeatherOpseth (Tuesday, August 11, 2026)

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Coordinator: Heather Opseth

Level: For advanced/experienced road riders, must be comfortable with paceline riding.

Distance: 50 km

Pace (2-3 groups):

Advanced group(s) - 25-27+ kph average speed

Advanced+ group - 28-30+ kph average speed (may be self-guided)

For advanced/experienced road riders, must be comfortable with paceline riding. Ride at your own pace on hill segments, regroup after each climb.

Elevation Gain: 500 m

Let's do this route the other way around for a change! Note the side jaunt on Huggard Road just for fun.

Parking spot is the Eden Brook Funeral Home, off Lower Springbank Road (see route map for exact location).

Newcomers welcome. There will be good company and a social atmosphere. If you are unsure about the speed, pacelining format, and difficulty level of the ride, please contact the coordinator in advance.

Tuesday Tuneup Springbank, Adv, 50km, 500m, HeatherOpseth (Tuesday, August 18, 2026)

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Coordinator: Heather Opseth

Level: For advanced/experienced road riders, must be comfortable with paceline riding.

Distance: 50 km

Pace (2-3 groups):

Advanced group(s) - 25-27+ kph average speed

Advanced+ group - 28-30+ kph average speed (may be self-guided)

For advanced/experienced road riders, must be comfortable with paceline riding. Ride at your own pace on hill segments, regroup after each climb.

Elevation Gain: 500 m

Here's your chance to get a PR on the COP switchbacks!

Parking spot is the Eden Brook Funeral Home, off Lower Springbank Road (see route map for exact location).

Newcomers welcome. There will be good company and a social atmosphere. If you are unsure about the speed, pacelining format, and difficulty level of the ride, please contact the coordinator in advance.

Tuesday Tuneup, Adv, 50km, 500m, HeatherOpseth (Tuesday, August 25, 2026)

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Coordinator: Heather Opseth

Level: Advanced and Advanced Plus

Distance: 50 km
Elevation Gain: 500+ m
Pace (2-3 groups):

Advanced group(s): ~25-27 kph average speed

Advanced Plus group: 28-30+ kph average speed (self guided)

This ride is for advanced/experienced road riders -- must be comfortable with paceline riding. Ride at your own pace on hill climbs, regrouping at main junctions and at the top of hills.

You can use the hills as a high-intensity workout, challenge some Strava segments, or just take it easy and enjoy the views.

Route:

This week's route includes Horizon View, Airport Road and a side trip to Mountain View Estates at the end. Not as hilly as usual!

Parking spot is the Eden Brook Funeral Home, off Lower Springbank Road (see route map for exact location).

Newcomers welcome. There will be good company and a social atmosphere. If you are unsure about the speed, pacelining format, and difficulty level of the ride, please contact the coordinator in advance.

Sheep River Century, Int/Adv, 102km, 1080m, PattyWest (Thursday, August 27, 2026)

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Coordinators: Patty West

Distance: 102 km

Pace: 22-25 kph

Elevation Gain: 1084 m

Parking and Meeting Place: Millarville School parking lot

E-Bikes: no

Route description:

Leaving Millarville we will head south through Diamond Valley and then follow the scenic Sheep River valley into Kananaskis. This is an out and back ride.

Bring sufficient water and food for the full ride, as there are no facilities once we get into the park.

We will have a picnic stop at Sheep River Falls on the return from the turnaround point.

Safety:

No cell service, No food/water services west of Diamond Valley, Consider bringing bear spray, cattle guards

Tuesday Tuneup Springbank, Adv, 50km, 500m, HeatherOpseth (Tuesday, September 01, 2026)

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Mark your calendar for a weekly Tuesday evening ride in Springbank! Specific ride details and registration will be posted/opened at the start of each month.

September rides are weather-dependent and will get shorter as the days get shorter.

Coordinator: Heather Opseth

Distance: 50 km

Level: For advanced/experienced road riders -- must be comfortable with paceline riding as a group.

Pace:

2-3 groups, based on number of participants.

Advanced group(s): 25-27 kph average speed

Advanced Plus group: 28-30+ kph average speed (self guided)

Note that the average speeds increase as the summer progresses!

Elevation Gain: 500 m

Description:

This is a weekly ride in Springbank, focused on scenic routes, hill training, and intervals where we crank up the intensity.

We will kick off the season with a series of hill training workouts in April and early May. As the summer gets underway, we focus on longer routes, exploring beautiful backroads of the area.

To keep it interesting we ride a different route each week!

Parking spot is the Eden Brook Funeral Home, off Lower Springbank Road. 24223 Township Rd 242, Calgary, AB T3Z 3K2 (see route map for exact location).

Newcomers welcome, however please contact the coordinator in advance if you are unsure about your skill or fitness level for the ride. Email: heather.opseth@icloud.com

There will be good company and a social atmosphere.

***Specific rides/routes and registration will be posted at the start of each month. Please watch for further details throughout the season.***

Tuesday Tuneup Springbank, Adv, 50km, 500m, HeatherOpseth (Tuesday, September 08, 2026)

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Mark your calendar for a weekly Tuesday evening ride in Springbank! Specific ride details and registration will be posted/opened at the start of each month.

September rides are weather-dependent and will get shorter as the days get shorter.

Coordinator: Heather Opseth

Distance: 50 km

Level: For advanced/experienced road riders -- must be comfortable with paceline riding as a group.

Pace:

2-3 groups, based on number of participants.

Advanced group(s): 25-27 kph average speed

Advanced Plus group: 28-30+ kph average speed (self guided)

Note that the average speeds increase as the summer progresses!

Elevation Gain: 500 m

Description:

This is a weekly ride in Springbank, focused on scenic routes, hill training, and intervals where we crank up the intensity.

We will kick off the season with a series of hill training workouts in April and early May. As the summer gets underway, we focus on longer routes, exploring beautiful backroads of the area.

To keep it interesting we ride a different route each week!

Parking spot is the Eden Brook Funeral Home, off Lower Springbank Road. 24223 Township Rd 242, Calgary, AB T3Z 3K2 (see route map for exact location).

Newcomers welcome, however please contact the coordinator in advance if you are unsure about your skill or fitness level for the ride. Email: heather.opseth@icloud.com

There will be good company and a social atmosphere.

***Specific rides/routes and registration will be posted at the start of each month. Please watch for further details throughout the season.***

Northstar Rail Trail, Easy, 45Km, 400m, LyleOpseth (Friday, September 11, 2026)

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Coordinator: Lyle Opseth

Ride level: easy

Distance: 45 km

Pace: 18-21 km/h

Elevation Gain: 400m

Choose the ride option with the distance and pace you prefer. This is the easy ride.

Join us to cycle the Northstar Rail Trail pathway between Cranbrook and Marysville. This ride explores the historic Northstar Rail Trail at a relaxed pace, suitable for those cyclists participating in the Kootenays Fondo the next day. The trail is noted for gentle grades.

This shorter ride turns around at Marysville with a stop at the Timber Hitch Coffee Shop. You can also check out Marysville Falls a few blocks further down the road.

This ride starts at Moir Park and follows the paved pathway on the old railway right of way before returning the same way. If you decide to shorten the ride, please inform your coordinator. (We get it! There's a fondo tomorrow.)

Parking at Moir Park:

https://maps.app.goo.gl/8jScUCBUxqfnz6S8A

Northstar Rail Trail, Int, 45Km, 400m, HeatherOpseth (Friday, September 11, 2026)

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Coordinator: Heather Opseth

Ride level: intermediate

Distance: 45 km

Pace: 23-25 km/h

Elevation Gain: 400m

Choose the ride option with the distance and pace you prefer. This is the intermediate ride.

Join us to cycle the Northstar Rail Trail pathway between Cranbrook and Marysville. This ride explores the historic Northstar Rail Trail, suitable for those cyclists participating in the Kootenays Fondo the next day. The trail is noted for gentle grades.

This shorter ride turns around at Marysville with a stop at the Timber Hitch Coffee Shop. You can also check out Marysville Falls just a few more blocks down the road.

Parking at Moir Park:

https://maps.app.goo.gl/8jScUCBUxqfnz6S8A

Northstar Rail Trail, Adv, 55Km, 500m, BobWestlake (Friday, September 11, 2026)

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Coordinator: Bob Westlake

Ride level: advanced

Distance: 55 km

Pace: 23+ km/h

Elevation Gain: 500m

Choose the ride option with the distance and pace you prefer. This is the advanced ride.

Join us to cycle the Northstar Rail Trail pathway between Cranbrook and Kimberley. This ride explores the historic rail trail between Cranbrook and Kimberley.

This ride starts at Moir Park and follows the paved pathway on the old railway right of way before returning the same way.

We will be enjoying coffee and lunch in Kimberley. Or you can turn around at Rotary Park in Kimberley, shown on the map.

If you decide to shorten the ride, please inform your coordinator. (We get it! There's a fondo tomorrow.)

Parking at Moir Park:

https://maps.app.goo.gl/8jScUCBUxqfnz6S8A

Cranbrook Touring Recovery Ride, Easy, 44km, 470m, SalFaoro (Sunday, September 13, 2026)

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Coordinator: Sal Faoro

Ride level: easy

Distance: 44 km

Pace: 21-24 km/h

Elevation Gain: 470 m

Parking: Elizabeth Lake Lodge registrants will park at the lodge. All other cyclists will park at the nearby Confederation Ball Park.

Choose the ride option with the distance and pace you prefer.

Join us to explore scenic roads in and around Cranbrook for a recovery ride the day after the Kootenays Fondo. The rides are paced for cyclists who need an easier "recovery" day.

We will cycle new roads including Wycliffe Road through Wycliffe and St. Eugene.

This ride starts at the Cranbrook Confederation Ball Park in Cranbrook, just east of Elizabeth Lake Lodge on Wattsville Rd. Cyclists not staying at the lodge should park at the ball diamond and cyclists staying at the lodge should just cycle to the ball diamond parking lot to meet their group.

Meeting location map

Cranbrook Touring Recovery Ride, Int, 59km, 600m, HeatherLyle (Sunday, September 13, 2026)

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Coordinator: Heather and Lyle Opseth

Ride level: intermediate

Distance: 59 km

Pace: 23-25 km/h

Elevation Gain: 600 m

Parking: Elizabeth Lake Lodge registrants will park at the lodge. All other cyclists will park at the nearby Confederation Ball Park.

Choose the ride option with the distance and pace you prefer. This ride is a longer distance with a moderate/intermediate pace.

Join us to explore scenic roads in and around Cranbrook for a recovery ride the day after the Kootenays Fondo. The rides are paced for cyclists who need an easier "recovery" day.

We will cycle new roads including Wycliffe Road through Wycliffe and St. Eugene, with a side trip out-and-back on Pighin Road.

Meeting location map

Cranbrook Touring, Adv, 59km, 625m, BobWestlake (Sunday, September 13, 2026)

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Coordinator: Bob Westlake

Ride level: advanced

Distance: 59 km

Pace: 25+ km/h

Elevation Gain: 625 m

Parking: Elizabeth Lake Lodge registrants will park at the lodge. All other cyclists will park at the nearby Confederation Ball Park.

Choose the ride option with the distance and pace you prefer.

Join us to explore scenic roads in and around Cranbrook for a recovery ride the day after the Kootenays Fondo. This is the advanced ride with the longest distance and fastest pace.

We will cycle new roads including Wycliffe Road through Wycliffe and St. Eugene. This longer tour additionally explores Pighin Road.

Meeting location map

Wardner-Fort Steele Rd, Int, 50/60Km, 540m, LyleOpseth (Monday, September 14, 2026)

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Coordinator: Lyle Opseth

Ride level: various

Distance: 60 km (50 km option)

Pace: 23-24 km/h

Elevation Gain: 540 m (430 m option)

You can choose to ride either the full 60 km ride or shorten it to 50 km. Faster cyclists will "self-guide".

Before returning to Calgary on Monday, join us to cycle Wardner Fort Steele Road.You may have missed this segment of the Kootenays Fondo if you did not cycle the full 152 km route.

The start of the ride is the Fort Steele Heritage Town parking lot, just off highway 93.

From the Fort Steele Heritage Town, we ride to the Wardner Fort Steele Road and follow it to the Kootenay Highway (93) and return the way we came. Riders wanting a shorter 50 km ride can turn around at the Bull River Inn.

Please inform your coordinator if you shorten the ride.

Fort Steele Heritage Town map:

Full distance route:

Shorter route option:

Tuesday Tuneup Springbank, Adv, 50km, 500m, HeatherOpseth (Tuesday, September 15, 2026)

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Mark your calendar for a weekly Tuesday evening ride in Springbank! Specific ride details and registration will be posted/opened at the start of each month.

September rides are weather-dependent and will get shorter as the days get shorter.

Coordinator: Heather Opseth

Distance: 50 km

Level: For advanced/experienced road riders -- must be comfortable with paceline riding as a group.

Pace:

2-3 groups, based on number of participants.

Advanced group(s): 25-27 kph average speed

Advanced Plus group: 28-30+ kph average speed (self guided)

Note that the average speeds increase as the summer progresses!

Elevation Gain: 500 m

Description:

This is a weekly ride in Springbank, focused on scenic routes, hill training, and intervals where we crank up the intensity.

We will kick off the season with a series of hill training workouts in April and early May. As the summer gets underway, we focus on longer routes, exploring beautiful backroads of the area.

To keep it interesting we ride a different route each week!

Parking spot is the Eden Brook Funeral Home, off Lower Springbank Road. 24223 Township Rd 242, Calgary, AB T3Z 3K2 (see route map for exact location).

Newcomers welcome, however please contact the coordinator in advance if you are unsure about your skill or fitness level for the ride. Email: heather.opseth@icloud.com

There will be good company and a social atmosphere.

***Specific rides/routes and registration will be posted at the start of each month. Please watch for further details throughout the season.***