Bike Ride - Fraser Foreshore / Southlands / The Beaches / False Creek Loop
Details
** Please read all the information about a ride before signing up.**
Biking is weather dependent. At times last minute changes may be posted. Be sure to check for updates the night before and the morning of a ride.
THE RIDE: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49794956
https://www.komoot.com/tour/2069391793
This is a circle route with 58.4 km paved bikeways and 9 km hard-packed trails. The route takes us west across Burnaby and South Vancouver to the Arbutus Greenway then north to W41st where we stop at Honolulu Coffee Shop for coffee. We continue along the Greenway, turn west on W37th, and turn south on Carnarvon and Balaclava onto the Southlands Fraser River Trail. We then head north into Pacific Spirit Regional Park and west into UBC for lunch at Bean Around the World. After lunch we follow the Seaside Bike Trail to False Creek, over the Burrard St. Bridge and follow the Seawall to Science World and south on Ontario St. We head west on 10th Ave thru John Hendry Park onto the BC Parkway Trail and the Byrne Creek Urban Trail back Fraser Park Drive..
Difficulty: Moderate if you have been biking regularly.
Distance: 67.4 km
Estimated Ride Time: 5.5 hr
Bring: snacks/water and Pack a Lunch or buy something at UBC.
Meet Up Location: Burnaby
Dave’s Cel: (604) 317-9073
Please be aware: all members and guests cycle at their own risk. Once you sign up, we are not liable for any mishaps and we do not have any medical training. Please be responsible for yourself and follow all cycling rules and the leader’s directions.
Please be sure your bike is in good condition, tires are inflated and brakes are in good working order before arriving at the starting point. Carrying a Repair Kit and an extra inner tube is recommended. To help you to be seen and heard on the road, the following equipment is also recommended: a bell, flashing front and back lights or reflectors and a mirror.
Our goal is for you to enjoy your ride and have you arrive at the end safe, happy and satisfied with your leader as well as your outing.
