Welcome to Cycling in the Kawarthas
The City of Kawartha Lakes is a friendly community in the heart of
Central Ontario's picturesque agricultural and vacation country. Whether
you ride a road bike, a mountain bike, or something in between, even a
tandem or a recumbent, we have cycling routes that will take you along
the Trent Severn Waterway or an abandoned railway line . . .through
fields, forests, and wetlands . . .and into our many historic towns and
villages. Join us in our cycling adventures and take advantage of all
the benefits the Kawartha Cycling Club can offer:
- experienced and enthusiastic riding companions
- weekly group rides at relaxed touring, sportif (sporting), and competitive levels
- a time trial or Aussie pursuit once a week
- insurance coverage while you participate in scheduled club riding events
- discounts on purchases at cycling retailers
- cycling skill development programs for young riders and more mature cyclists alike
- club and Canadian cycling news via weekly emails
- KCC custom riding apparel
- Ontario Cycling Association (OCA) membership qualifying you to enter OCA competition events
- the fitness and sense of well-being that comes from cycling itself
KCC eNews
August 24, 2010
The Ontario Mountain Bike Championships were held on Sunday August 22nd at the Woodnewton cycling trails(near Durham Forest) . KCC rider Dave Girolametto finished in 2nd place, 24 seconds behind the leader, Dr. Scott Thompson of Owen Sound.
And Dave had this interesting insight at the event, which might be of value to others doing competition events:
"Before the race I was initially all stressed about trying to make the podium, but then I decided just to go fast and have fun.
It all worked out just fine, when I removed the stress."
Upcoming KCC events
Regular Sunday Ride tomorrow (Aug 29) at 1:30 p.m. from the Dunsford School.
Sept 7 -- KCC deputation to CoKL Council in relation to establishing a policy re. paving the shoulder on key arterial roads, starting in 2011 with Road #8 between Fenelon Falls and Bobcaygeon.
Sept 18 -- KCC Mass Ride on Saturday at 1 p.m. from Cambray (Spokes for Folks shop) with BBQ to follow: food supplied by the club, so all you need to bring are your beverages of choice and lawn chairs.
Oct 21 -- KCC Banquet Thursday at 5:30 p.m. (meal served at 6:30) -- Lake House Restaurant Fenelon Falls. All seats will be reserved and we sold out last year. More to come on when you can make reservations etc.
Nov 24 -- KCC Annual General Meeting at Ton's on Hwy 7 with election of executive officers (there will be a number of vacancies for 2011 with retirements/resignations of some current officers). More to come.
Just For The Health Of It!
There is no doubt that the strong link between exercise and good
health has contributed to the rapid growth of cycling today. It's hard
to beat when it comes to promoting our own well-being, as well as that
of the planet we depend upon and that depends upon us - behaving
responsibly.
The KCC prides itself on the social element that seems so integral to cycling, and to cyclists at all levels and of all ages. You'll find there are already many in the club who share your particular interest in, if not your obsession with bicycling.
The KCC is all about good healthy inexpensive fun and your membership includes the OCA personal and public liability insurance coverage.
For more information and your membership application package see www.kawarthacyclingclub.com , email us at admin@kawarthacyclingclub.com , or phone (705) 374-4633
For more information and for specific ride group or event contacts, please consult our website: www.kawarthacyclingclub.com or email us at admin@kawarthacyclingclub.com