Durham Region (New Rider/M1 Friendly) Sunday July 29th

I'm still surprised by the people who ride out of the Toronto area on the local roads. Getting a new rear tire tomorrow to replace the leaky plug I'm dealing with now. I will not get screwed on my own ride again. Look forward to seeing you all on Sunday.
 
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New tire is on, no problems at the speed I take this ride at, good to go. Last bump before the ride tomorrow.
 
overkill13 said:
I have taken several new riders on this trip on two separate occasions. In total I have had six first time gravel riders comment that gravel was much easier than they expected and several mentioned that they were happy that their first time on gravel was in a group.

That section is a very nice scenic area that nobody would ever know about and I ride very conservatively in the gravel section. I host this ride to allow newer riders, especially first time group riders, to acclimate to group riding in a conservative speed environment and the gravel section is an additional learning opportunity. I adjust my riding throughout this trip, in the gravel and the twisties, specifically to accommodate the new riders.

I encourage any new riders to come out to this ride. I ride at a pace that should be within the limits of any new rider and I encourage all participants to ride at their own pace in the corners.
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I might still make it out for this, but if I do I'm likely to skip that section, and just meet up with the group again when they come back out on Highway 2 if that's alright. Is that section the only unpaved section, or are there others beyond Port Hope?

Out of interest too, whats the headcount looking like, and what type of bikes are most people bringing?
 
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conundrum said:
I might still make it out for this, but if I do I'm likely to skip that section, and just meet up with the group again when they come back out on Highway 2 if that's alright. Is that section the only unpaved section, or are there others beyond Port Hope?

Out of interest too, whats the headcount looking like, and what type of bikes are most people bringing?
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I'm gonna show up; this will be my first group ride. (Ninja 250)
 
Jake said:
Been here from 10. -:-
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Lol, yeah sorry again, I was late. Arrived at 10:30. Only four riders this time and all from Toronto/Scarborough. Where are my Durham riders at??? Regardless, glad to have the group along. Great ride without incident. Next time I'll be sure to stop for the lemonaid and peaches.

conundrum: That is the only gravel section on the trip, and it is one of the most beautiful spots on the entire route. Not to be missed. Sorry you didn't show. If one of the guys has the pics, I'd love to post it here, it really is an easy section of gravel at really slow speed and an absolutely stunning view.
 
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overkill13 said:
conundrum: That is the only gravel section on the trip, and it is one of the most beautiful spots on the entire route. Not to be missed. Sorry you didn't show. If one of the guys has the pics, I'd love to post it here, it really is an easy section of gravel at really slow speed and an absolutely stunning view.
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Sorry, family obligations came up so today didn't work out for me. As for the gravel bit, I saw it last weekend when I scouted out the route. It's more I just don't like being on gravel around other vehicles on the bike or in the car, due to the crap they can kick up at you (or your vehicle)...just a personal 'quirk' of mine.
 
Thanks again for the beautiful route. The gravel part literally lasts two minutes and is the most scenic part of the ride. I will definitely check that place out again; and any future rides.
 
koloftman said:
Thanks again for the beautiful route. The gravel part literally lasts two minutes and is the most scenic part of the ride. I will definitely check that place out again; and any future rides.
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gravel part + the wooden bridge !
 
This was a fantastic ride, my 2nd time on it. Solved the high idle issue this time though.

We did drop by a race track at mosport. There was a go kart race track. Membership is required to particicapte in events. However, i was told if you get 10 people they will do a private event all together.
The url was http://www.mosportinternationalkarting.com
 
Hey Overkill...any chance for another Durham ride sometime in September?
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