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Ride the Cataraqui Rail Trail: Harrowsmith to Chaffey's Lock and Back (80 km) (9/11/2010)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Bike

Event Location:

North of Kingston

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Sep 11 2010 10:00 AM (Carpool Departure: 7:00 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Fri, Sep 10 2010 6:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

1 full day

Difficulty Rating:

D5: Difficult

Event Coordinator(s):

Jim O
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Member Cost:

None

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 18 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

2 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

We will meet at the Kipling Subway Station at 7 a.m. on Saturday morning and drive to Harrowsmith, which is north of Kingston. We will park our vehicles in the lot at the Harrowsmith entrance to the Cataraqui Rail Trail, which is part of the Trans Canada Trail, and ride our bikes in an easterly direction for about 40 km, to Chaffey's Lock, before reversing direction and returning to Harrowsmith. We will try to find some lunch at one of the communities along the trail, but you should bring some food and snacks with you, just in case a suitable lunch stop cannot be found.

I have done only part of the Cataraqui Trail previously, and it is a bit rougher than some of the other rail trials that we have ridden on. Therefore, be prepared for an adventure. The last time I did a ride on this trail, Tania nearly rode into the swamp at the side of the trail, and we saw some snakes!! I'd recommend hybrids, touring bikes or mountain bikes with slicks; road bikes will probably not be suitable for the trail.

After the ride, we will be stopping in Kingston for a good supper before heading back to Toronto. Do not plan any other events for Saturday evening, as this is a full-day event.

Required Items to Bring:
Well-maintained bike; bike helmet; sun block; water; food and snacks; front and rear bike lights; one extra tire tube and a basic tire repair kit, including levers; rain-gear; layered clothing that is adjustable to suit the temperature.

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

To be provided at the carpool.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

580Km

Carpool Departure Time:

7:00 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $149.64 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Sunday, May 5, 2024). This is based on $0.08/Km for maintenance, plus current gas price divide by 9. Your event coordinator will confirm exactly how much money is required from each person.

Notes:

The number of people who can participate in this event is ultimately dependent upon how many people and bicycles can be transported to and from the starting point of the ride.
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Cancellation/Partial Attendance:
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