About us
(Le français suit)
I created this group to meet other cyclists and cycling advocates. Cross-postings from other groups are welcomed. Cycling advocacy events such as public pannels, AGMs, city advisory committees are also welcomed.
Donations of minimum 5$/year to help cover the meetup.com fees are appreciated. See https://www.meetup.com/fr-FR/Cycling-Ottawa-en-Velo/messages/boards/thread/49718654 for details. <br>
If applicable, please describe in your event what calibre of cyclists should be expected. The following calibres are suggested:
Leasure: 15 to 18 km/h, mostly to recreational pathways
Commuting: 18 to 24: You are comfortable in cycling on the road and can cycle for 2-3 hours
Touring: 24 to 30 km/h, you are comfortable in cycling on the road and have cycled for entire days.
Sporting: 25 km/h +: You have a road bike and have trained competitively.
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J'ai créé ce groupe pour rencontrer des cycliste et autres promoteurs du vélo.
Les événements provenant de d'autres groupes meetup sont la bienvenue. Les événements tels que les AGAs, débats publics, les comités consultatifs de la ville sont aussi la bienvenue.
S'il y lieu, veuillez décrire quel est le calibre attendu des cyclistes. Les calibres suivants sont proposés:
Loisir: 15 à 18 km/h, l'événement se tient surtout sur des sentiers de la piste cyclable.
Journalier: Vous êtes confortable sur la route et vous pouvez faire du vélo pour 2-3 heures.
Tourisme: 24 à 30 km/h, vous êtes confortable sur la route et vous avez fait du vélo pour des journées entières.
Sportif: 25 km/h et plus: vous avez un vélo de route et vous avez fait de l’entraînement compétitif.
Upcoming events
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Stanley -Aylmer - Gatineau
Stanley Park, 183 Stanley Ave, Ottawa, ON, CAThis is a 63 km ride on paths and roads. We will start at Stanley park taking paths and roads to Aylmer. We will then head off to P3 in Gatineau park turning towards Pink Lake then heading over to Gatineau point. There is some hills but mostly paths. Speeds are lower on the paths. 20-30km. Average speeds are 25-30km on the roads.
Please Note we can cut this route shorter if it is too hot out.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/55762186
After the ride you are invited at Marie france’s place for a cool dip in her spa/pool and chilling on the patio for the rest of the afternoon and bbq available. Bring bathing suit, towel, sandals, your drinks and munchies or bbq items. Location is 10 km from Stanley and will be given to those coming. Cheers!
Please also note that by signing up you accept all risks associated with this ride. Neither the organizer nor Meetup assume any liability for any accidents or injuries. You must be comfortable riding on roads with minimal to no shoulder, though many on this route have a decent shoulder.
If you do more than a couple of rides we ask that everyone contribute $5/year to help pay the Meetup fees paid by the organizer. You can pay online at https://www.meetup.com/fr-FR/Cycling-Ottawa-en-Velo/dues/ Thank you!
I'm not the organizer so if you give me cash, I have to go and pay online using the same link.2 attendees
Past events
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