Cycle Canmore Legacy Trail / Tunnel Mtn Rd / Banff Springs - Sat, Jul 8 2017

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Cycle Canmore Legacy Trail / Tunnel Mtn Rd / Banff Springs (7/8/2017)

PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED:Once you've reviewed the event details, and decided you'd like to join us, you MUST sign up at the bottom of this page.

You are STRONGLY encouraged to read this page in its entirety before signing up. If you'd like to attend, we ask that you abide by our rules and procedures as a time/cost saving process (with an end result of keeping membership free and lower cost events).

The Basics:

Event Type:

Cycle - Road

Event Location:

Canmore Visitor Centre @ 2801 Bow Valley Trail Canmore

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Jul 8 2017 11:00 AM (Carpool Departure: 9:30 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Sat, Jul 8 2017 1:00:00 AM

Event Duration:

5 hours + drive time

Difficulty Rating:

D4: Moderate to Difficult

Event Coordinator(s):

Duane
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Member Cost:

Voluntary Donation Only (See Below)

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 18 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Maximum No. Guests:

Minimum Group Size:

Maximum No. Guests Per Member:

Number Registered So Far:

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

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

Paved Road/Pathway Cycle Event - Total Distance 65km - Relaxed pace

*NOTE:* We have room for at least 7 in the original carpool so taking your bike on the train to Westbrook Station may be an option for some. Bikes are permitted on the LRT weekdays during non-peak hours & anytime weekends.

Although we will be travelling at a relaxed pace, this event is not suitable for beginners. Ideally, you should have previous experience cycling similar distances and be comfortable maintaining a speed of 20km/hr for stretches at a time. With that being said however, we'll be out to enjoy the day and spending some time at a few scenic rest stops along the route. If you're more of a speed cyclist who prefers a continuous ride at a steady pace, this event is definitely NOT for you.

We'll start at the visitor's centre in Canmore, (see map below) and follow the paved trail to Cascade Ponds (approx. 19km). Here we'll regroup and indulge in a brief rest stop where you can grab a snack, refreshment or just enjoy the views. Next we'll make our way a short distance to Tunnel Mountain Road where we'll embark on a scenic 7km road ride into the heart of Banff. Shortly afterwards we'll arrive on the shores of the Bow River and eventually the very popular Bow Falls. We'll take another break here, then quickly escape the crowds as we begin a luxurious 12km paved loop through the Banff Springs Golf Course before beginning our journey back to Canmore. Total distance approximately 65km.

The Banff Legacy Trail, built to commemorate Parks Canada’s 125th anniversary, was completed in the fall of 2010. It is a scenic three metre wide, 22 kilometres-long, commuter trail. The route runs parallel to the highway and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains. In 2013 the trail was extended an additional 4.5 km from the Banff park east gate to the Canmore Visitor Centre.

Note:Priority may be given to those who can haul more than their own bike. When you register, PLEASE answer the carpool question. Those who cannot accommodate any passengers are still welcome to drive themselves but obviously we are hoping to carpool as many as possible.

Required Items to Bring:
BIKE in good working order
Helmet
Bell
Water
Snacks/light lunch
Extra tube
CASH for your carpool driver

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
Portable pump, patch kit and extra tube
Light/Rain Jacket
Sunscreen
Water
Camera

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

From Calgary take highway 1 west to Canmore EXIT 86. At the stop sign turn left, over the highway and then make an immediate left into the Info Centre parking area.

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Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

200Km

Carpool Departure Time:

9:30 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $60.00 (calculated at total Km * $0.30, effective Friday, April 19, 2024). This is based on $0.16/Km for maintenance, plus current gas price divide by 9. Alternately your carpool driver may choose to split the maintenance cost plus the actual gas cost among all in the vehicle. Your carpool driver will confirm exactly how much money they require to cover costs. Please split the actual cost among all people in the vehicle.

Notes:

- Details of this event are subject to undergo a change at any point in time, with or without warning.
- Notice any errors or problems in the information on this page? Please notify our Content Editor(s), Wendy W and Lynda H., at content@calgaryoutdoorclub.com.

Cost & Payment:

Voluntary Donations:

Although there is no cost for this event, please note that the club survives on voluntary donations. Please consider making a donation based on the value you feel you receive from the club. See our How You Can Help page for more information.

Voluntary Donation: ( What is this?)
Suggested donation amount for this event is: $2.00/Person.

Cancellation/Partial Attendance:
*Note: Please do not indicate you can drive and take additional passenger(s) unless you are 100% committed. Any last minute changes to the carpool may prevent others from attending.