# Road **URL:** https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/c/ride/road/8.md [Latest](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/tags.md) --- ## [About the Road category](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/about-the-road-category/21)
**Author:** [@tcauduro](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/tcauduro)\ **Replies:** 0
Discuss all things road ride related. --- ## [G5 FasRec Road Ride Review for 2026](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/g5-fasrec-road-ride-review-for-2026/9836)
**Author:** [@Brian](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/Brian)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [14 October 2026 22:52 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/g5-fasrec-road-ride-review-for-2026/9836 "2026-10-14T22:52:55Z")
What a start for the new G5 road season! Multiple weather sites claiming rain at 10am. Excited amateur weather forecasters mulling it over. So G1-G4 cancelled their ride. But we persisted on. Stay calm and carry on. Aft… --- ## [Why aren't group rides organized with G5 and G6 road bikes?](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/why-arent-group-rides-organized-with-g5-and-g6-road-bikes/10785)
**Author:** [@Yakup\_Emre\_Ozdemir](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/Yakup_Emre_Ozdemir)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [9 October 2026 23:49 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/why-arent-group-rides-organized-with-g5-and-g6-road-bikes/10785 "2026-10-09T23:49:22Z")
You’ve closed the season too early. The season should close at least by November. The weather is still good, so I think cycling can continue. Winter hasn’t arrived yet; we’re in autumn. Cycling can continue in autumn wit… --- ## [2026 Big Ride - A Day in Pictures](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/2026-big-ride-a-day-in-pictures/10676)
**Author:** [@HappyOne](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/HappyOne)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [14 September 2026 18:42 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/2026-big-ride-a-day-in-pictures/10676 "2026-09-14T18:42:56Z")
Well another Big Ride is now in the books. I’m not sure we could have asked for better conditions - more than one washroom to use at the lunch stop and less aggressive rumble strips would have been nice additions but oth… --- ## [Big Ride 2026 - Sept 12th - Call for Volunteers](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/big-ride-2026-sept-12th-call-for-volunteers/10372)
**Author:** [@HappyOne](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/HappyOne)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [6 September 2026 13:56 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/big-ride-2026-sept-12th-call-for-volunteers/10372 "2026-09-06T13:56:36Z")
This year’s event will take place on Saturday Sept 12th and, while more information around routes and such will be forth coming, I wanted to get out the call for volunteers now. Like last year we need three cars/drivers… --- ## [Big Ride 2026 - We Still Need One More Driver - Can That Be You?](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/big-ride-2026-we-still-need-one-more-driver-can-that-be-you/10604)
**Author:** [@HappyOne](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/HappyOne)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [3 September 2026 19:55 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/big-ride-2026-we-still-need-one-more-driver-can-that-be-you/10604 "2026-09-03T19:55:01Z")
We need one more volunteer with a vehicle to help out on the 12th (or 13th rain date). I need you to show up at the start for around 8am. I will transfer a 5 gal thermal jug full of ice water to you plus a bunch of on t… --- ## [August Time Trial Photo Gallery](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/august-time-trial-photo-gallery/10517)
**Author:** [@Spencer\_Leckie](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/Spencer_Leckie)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [24 August 2026 00:35 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/august-time-trial-photo-gallery/10517 "2026-08-24T00:35:01Z")
Good Afternoon Cyclists, I convinced my girlfriend to take photos of us all at the time trial last Wednesday. After a 2 minute tutorial on how my camera worked she did a pretty good job. I’ve spend the last few days edi… --- ## [2026 Gran Fondo Lake Huron report](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/2026-gran-fondo-lake-huron-report/10472)
**Author:** [@Bopper](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/Bopper)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [16 August 2026 12:23 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/2026-gran-fondo-lake-huron-report/10472 "2026-08-16T12:23:57Z")
Good morning WCC, I thought I would add a report on my experience at GFLH 2026. This event has happened in the Southampton/Port Elgin area for many years and is a very well organized and executed event. The Fondo is a f… --- ## [Hand Cycling Information and Other Riders?](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/hand-cycling-information-and-other-riders/10249)
**Author:** [@Econocyclist](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/Econocyclist)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [2 August 2026 16:25 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/hand-cycling-information-and-other-riders/10249 "2026-08-02T16:25:07Z")
I have just started to handcycle due to a health issue that severely restricts my endurance on a bicycle. I have not had much luck getting more in depth information about training/stretching etc to do with hand cycling.… --- ## [Best Outdoor 20min FTP Test Locations](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/best-outdoor-20min-ftp-test-locations/10221)
**Author:** [@boxesorbeing](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/boxesorbeing)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [29 July 2026 15:07 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/best-outdoor-20min-ftp-test-locations/10221 "2026-07-29T15:07:29Z")
Hi everyone, I’m new to the area and am looking to do a 20-minute FTP test outdoors. What are some good locations/roads/routes that would be best for this? Would prefer the road to be wholly (or mostly) uninterrupted (n… --- ## [Belfountain](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/belfountain/10317)
**Author:** [@Brian](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/Brian)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [23 July 2026 16:04 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/belfountain/10317 "2026-07-23T16:04:29Z")
Heads up Group 1-3 riders. This Saturday groups 4-6 are doing a destination ride to Forks of the Credit/Cheltenham badlands. If you’re willing to dial back your speed a bit, feel free to join Group 4 (Jeff Shepherd’s gro… --- ## [Newbie here](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/newbie-here/10199)
**Author:** [@Natasha\_Ilincic](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/Natasha_Ilincic)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [11 July 2026 21:38 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/newbie-here/10199 "2026-07-11T21:38:14Z")
Hi all! I’m new to WCC but I’m a frequent solo-cyclist. I’ve been meaning to get into group riding :slight\_smile: That said, I missed the LTGR sessions earlier in the season. Should I be starting with a G6 ride just to … --- ## [CANCELLED (SUNDAY June 21: Father’s Day Annual Vintage Bike Ride 2026 Unofficial ride)](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/cancelled-sunday-june-21-father-s-day-annual-vintage-bike-ride-2026-unofficial-ride/10042)
**Author:** [@bdoberst](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/bdoberst)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [19 June 2026 19:24 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/cancelled-sunday-june-21-father-s-day-annual-vintage-bike-ride-2026-unofficial-ride/10042 "2026-06-19T19:24:04Z")
WCC Member Group Ride Father’s Day Annual Vintage Bike Ride, a ride remembering and celebrating both fathers and classic bikes UNOFFICIAL RIDE! Date: SUNDAY June 21,2025 Start Time: 9:00AM Estimated Finish Time: 11:… --- ## [I wonder if I am not seeing some posts](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/i-wonder-if-i-am-not-seeing-some-posts/9717)
**Author:** [@Steve\_Fay-Cosman](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/Steve_Fay-Cosman)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [17 June 2026 00:52 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/i-wonder-if-i-am-not-seeing-some-posts/9717 "2026-06-17T00:52:52Z")
I went for a solo ride today as I did not see the Thursday road rides starting yet here but passed 3 WCC groups going down Crowsfoot. Was there a posted ride? --- ## [Trek Fuel EX Jr 26"](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/trek-fuel-ex-jr-26/10082)
**Author:** [@ltomaspoje](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/ltomaspoje)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [16 June 2026 12:56 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/trek-fuel-ex-jr-26/10082 "2026-06-16T12:56:44Z")
Trek Fuel EX Jr 26" I got it for my son when he was 6 26” wheels, and awesome suspension. He used it all over the front range until he outgrew it. Asking…$400 --- ## [No Saturday?](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/no-saturday/10054)
**Author:** [@FalconFast951](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/FalconFast951)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [12 June 2026 02:45 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/no-saturday/10054 "2026-06-12T02:45:29Z")
Nothing on Saturday? Bike just fixed after a roof rack mishap in Toronto on Saturday, I missed a whole week. --- ## [aris H3 Direct Drive Smart Trainer](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/aris-h3-direct-drive-smart-trainer/10026)
**Author:** [@ltomaspoje](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/ltomaspoje)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [8 June 2026 00:24 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/aris-h3-direct-drive-smart-trainer/10026 "2026-06-08T00:24:16Z")
Saris H3 Direct Drive Smart Trainer Trainer has been used about a dozen times in the garage. It comes with mini front wheel tray, power cable and top tube sweat protector. $150 --- ## [Monday Daytime G4 Road Ride](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/monday-daytime-g4-road-ride/9943)
**Author:** [@Scott](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/Scott)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [30 May 2026 18:06 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/monday-daytime-g4-road-ride/9943 "2026-05-30T18:06:53Z")
WCC Member Group Ride \*\*Date:\*\*Monday June 1st Start Time: 10 am Estimated Finish Time: 1 pm ish Discipline: Road Culture: Group 4 (formerly intermediate) Approximate Distance: 74 kms Start Location: Sobeys Par… --- ## [Sunday Road rides?](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/sunday-road-rides/9889)
**Author:** [@angiedavis](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/angiedavis)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [24 May 2026 01:05 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/sunday-road-rides/9889 "2026-05-24T01:05:18Z")
Hi all - new here. Someone at learn to ride said that Sunday group road rides that accommodate G5 riders (and split into 2-4 different G5 levels for beginner to intermediate-ish) happen in the club. I don’t see these pos… --- ## [Thanks for the ride](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/thanks-for-the-ride/9806)
**Author:** [@dorsa](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/dorsa)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [9 May 2026 19:18 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/thanks-for-the-ride/9806 "2026-05-09T19:18:23Z")
--- ## [Random bike parts up for grabs](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/random-bike-parts-up-for-grabs/9652)
**Author:** [@tcauduro](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/tcauduro)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [6 May 2026 19:28 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/random-bike-parts-up-for-grabs/9652 "2026-05-06T19:28:05Z")
Hi all, I have a bunch of items I’ve acquired over the years that I’m looking to part ways with. I have an older set of DuraAce road components - $75 bucks for the whole batch. Various stems, carbon seat post, and car… --- ## [Women's Try a Road Ride June 6 2026](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/womens-try-a-road-ride-june-6-2026/9784)
**Author:** [@valentinacastilloc](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/valentinacastilloc)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [5 May 2026 00:50 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/womens-try-a-road-ride-june-6-2026/9784 "2026-05-05T00:50:51Z")
We’re hosting our annual Women’s Try a Road Ride on June 6th and would love your help getting more women out riding :purple\_heart: If you know a partner, friend, or neighbour who might enjoy it, please pass this along! … --- ## [200km Long Ride Saturday May 2 with Randonneurs Ontario](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/200km-long-ride-saturday-may-2-with-randonneurs-ontario/9744)
**Author:** [@emily.lloyd](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/emily.lloyd)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [1 May 2026 13:39 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/200km-long-ride-saturday-may-2-with-randonneurs-ontario/9744 "2026-05-01T13:39:02Z")
If anyone is interested in a long ride out to Orangeville and back this weekend we have a 200km and an 80km route planned with Randonneurs Ontario. Check out the routes and info in the links below. I am doing this ride a… --- ## [Monday, April 20, 2026 Intermediate Road Ride](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/monday-april-20-2026-intermediate-road-ride/9682)
**Author:** [@Scott](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/Scott)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [14 April 2026 11:36 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/monday-april-20-2026-intermediate-road-ride/9682 "2026-04-14T11:36:07Z")
Date: Monday April 20, 2026 Start Time: 10 am Estimated Finish Time: 12:30 \*\*Discipline:\*\* Road \*\*Culture:\*\* Intermediate Approximate Distance: 65 kms Start Location: Sobeys parking lot, Columbia and Fisher Hallma… --- ## [Free Books!](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/free-books/9669)
**Author:** [@tcauduro](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/tcauduro)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [10 April 2026 15:31 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/free-books/9669 "2026-04-10T15:31:34Z")
Cleaning out my bookshelves and have the books below up for grabs. Free of charge. --- ## [Erb Street road closure this summer](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/erb-street-road-closure-this-summer/9644)
**Author:** [@Andrew\_Meyer](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/Andrew_Meyer)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [4 April 2026 20:34 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/erb-street-road-closure-this-summer/9644 "2026-04-04T20:34:58Z")
The bridge on Erb Street over the Nith river just before Nafziger Rd will be closed for 5 months starting mid-April. This will affect some of our ride planning this summer. The region is suggesting Nafziger, Bleams and … --- ## [New Member: access issue](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/new-member-access-issue/8772)
**Author:** [@Aqeel\_P](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/Aqeel_P)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [4 April 2026 14:54 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/new-member-access-issue/8772 "2026-04-04T14:54:15Z")
Hi I’m a new member and unable to find the member forum that’s mentioned for choosing group rides. I’d like to join tomorrow’s rec ride, where to find the route info? Thanks! --- ## [Sunday Rides](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/sunday-rides/9273)
**Author:** [@abearinger](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/abearinger)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [17 November 2025 22:13 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/sunday-rides/9273 "2025-11-17T22:13:45Z")
It is HIGHLY possible I missed the memo and they’re finished for the season or something but I feel like the last two weekends I’ve checked for Sunday rec rides and none were listed/posted …is it me or are there none any… --- ## [NO Monday Morning Intermediate Road Ride Sept 8](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/no-monday-morning-intermediate-road-ride-sept-8/9118)
**Author:** [@DrewMolnar](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/DrewMolnar)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [7 September 2025 19:04 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/no-monday-morning-intermediate-road-ride-sept-8/9118 "2025-09-07T19:04:58Z")
Just a heads up that we will not be posting an official ride for Sept 8. Back to regular programming next week. Also, interested in any thought of moving to gravel rides into October. Let us know Cheers! --- ## [Sun Glasses found](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/sun-glasses-found/9116)
**Author:** [@velodan](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/u/velodan)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [7 September 2025 01:23 UTC](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/t/sun-glasses-found/9116 "2025-09-07T01:23:35Z")
Found these on the road just north of Peterburg if anyone is looking. They seem to be no name inexpensive, but still look nice. [Next page](https://forum.waterloocyclingclub.ca/c/ride/road/8.md?page=1)