Mountain Bike Ride - Glenmore Reservoir - Sun, Nov 24 2013

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Mountain Bike Ride - Glenmore Reservoir (11/24/2013)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Cycle - MTB

Event Location:

Glenmore Aquatic Center - 5330 19 St. S.W.

Date(s) & Time:

Sun, Nov 24 2013 12:30 PM

Registration Cut Off:

Sun, Nov 24 2013 10:00:00 AM

Event Duration:

2+ hours

Difficulty Rating:

D3: Moderate

Event Coordinator(s):

Mike S
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Member Cost:

Voluntary Donation Only (See Below)

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, All Ages Welcome

Maximum Group Size:

Maximum No. Guests:

Minimum Group Size:

Maximum No. Guests Per Member:

Number Registered So Far:

9 (Log in to see who's signed up.)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

This will be a fairly relaxed pace trip around the reservoir since I can't go very fast at the moment! There are some options to our route, but will make the trip all around the reservoir.

It may be a bit icy, but I don't think it will be very bad if at all. Since it has not been warm enough to thaw and freeze again, it should be just packed snow where the pavement is not cleared. It is supposed to warm up on the weekend so it will be a great day for a ride!

We are starting at the Glenmore Aquatic Center (5330 19 St. S.W.) It is pretty well on the route around the reservoir if you take the route including the dam. We'll head towards the reservoir from there.
Total distance for the loop is about generally about 20 km, mostly flat except for the hill down to the river at North Glenmore Park, and up again on the other side of Weaselhead. There may be some harder sections though. Exertion level varies with the amount and consistency of the snow. The west part of the path is not cleared by the city.
The snow should be packed and not deep (good), but watch out for ice (bad). There are generally only a few places like this - have your studded tires, or walk your bike if it seems necessary.

Of course there is the optional stop somewhere (Like Original Joes) afterwards for food/refreshments.

Required Items to Bring:
-A mountain bike with knobby tires set at lower pressure will work (or studded tires).
- Bike Helmet with a thin toque or balaclava (A Ski Helmet also works well for this event).
- Warm clothes, in layers, as for XC skiing (cycling and skiing generate similar amounts of body heat).
- Backpack with water or warm drink in a bottle, snacks, dry socks and extra clothing layers.

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
- Multi-layer shirts, jersey, sweaters, fleece, wind shell/ski jacket.
- Long-johns/tights, and wind/snow pants over top.
- Riding boots or shoes with insulated booties.
- Multiple layers of socks.
- Neck warmer or scarf, Arm-warmers.
- Insulated bike gloves, lobster gloves, glove liners (bring an extra warmer pair just in case.
- Clear eye protection.
- Spare tire tube, mini air pump, tools for adjustments and minor repairs.

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Glenmore Aquatic Center parking lot at 5330 19 St. S.W. The Glenmore athletic park in just north west of the dam. Access by car is east from Crowchild trail or south from 50 Ave.

Notes:

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Cost & Payment:

Voluntary Donations:

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Suggested donation amount for this event is: $2.00/Person.

Cancellation/Partial Attendance: