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Bell Joy Ride - Trail Repair with Pedalhead Bicycle Works!
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Starts: Saturday, June 11
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Ends: Saturday, June 11
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You are invited to grab your mountain bike and join us in Edmonton's river valley. We are hosting the Bell Joy Ride right here in Edmonton, Alberta! Joy Ride is about getting women of all abilities together on our incredible river valley trails. We are hosting monthly rides and building community! Whether you are looking to gain confidence on your mountain bike or ride with amazing people, we are focusing on the women in our community. This is our third ride and we will have a clinic on TRAIL REPAIR - how to get your bike back up and running when something fails. We will be working on a skill this month as well - the bunny hop. This is a skill that will get us over some of the trickier obstacles out on the trail. Choose your riding level and join us for an amazing ride.
We are excited to announce our shop of the month: Pedalhead Bicycle Works! With their help, we will make sure you know how to fix your bike if something happens out on the trail and let you know what you should carry with you while riding. Changing a tire or fixing a broken chain will not be a problem. You will know how to get yourself back riding, should the worst happen! This shop is excited to participate in our Joy Rides and support the women's community. Come meet the amazing staff at Pedalhead Bicycle Works. Find out who they are and what their store has to offer. http://www.pedalheadedm.com/
Event Details
9:00 Come listen to the staff from Pedalhead Bicycle Works and learn how to fix you a broken chain and flat tire. We will also be working on bunny hops - a valuable skill for better riding! Even if you are a master of bunny hops, we will have a few friendly hop competitions for you.
9:55 RAFFLE - This is a sponsored event and we have cool gear and swag to give away!
10:00 Ride STARTS! You have registered for a specific ride geared toward your ability. Each group will be riding different trails. Ride lengths vary based on group abilities. Remember to bring water and nutrition! It is highly recommended you bring a spare tube, multitool, and tire levers. It is good practice to be selfsufficient.
FAQs
What if I am out of shape?
No problem. There will be women of all skill sets and abilities joining us. There is a ride for everyone and nobody gets left behind.
What if I am not very good at riding?
No problem. Group rides are broken up into ability levels. We will never force you to ride something you are uncomfortable with and nobody gets left behind. You might even be surprised at what you can ride! Just by riding with us, you will gain skills and confidence. On the next ride you may even want to step it up a group level!
Is this just for beginners?
Absolutely not. The Bell Joy Ride has advanced ride levels as well as beginner rides. This is about building community and the stronger riders give everyone else goals to build to.
What should I bring?
CSA approved Helmet is required to ride with Joy Ride.
A bike in good repair with a bell (it is the law)!
Valid ID – we need you to carry identification and cell phones are always recommended
Water and snacks to bring on the trail (plan for 1.5-2.5 hours depending on group level).
It is HIGHLY recommended you bring an extra tube for your bike, as well as a bike tool and bike tire levers. This is a no drop ride and we will help you as much as possible if you have a mechanical issue. It is good practice to be self-sufficient.
Cycling shoes are good to have – but, at a minimum, closed toed shoes are mandatory – running shoes will work. NO SANDLES
Gloves and glasses are highly recommended for protecting your hands and your eyes.
What kind of bike do I need?
You will need a bike (in good working order) that can go on our river valley trails. If you are unsure if your bike is capable, please email your bike make and model to belljoyrideedmontonab@gmail.com.
Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?
If you have any other questions, please email us at belljoyrideedmontonab@gmail.com.
What are the ride levels?
1 > New RidersEasy-paced rides ideal for those completely new to mountain biking.Our goal is get on the dirt, get comfortable with our bikes, our gearand learn some basic mountain biking skills. We will re-group asnecessary to rest, hydrate and answer questions. Trails will be mostlyflat, dirt roads without obstacles. Distances will be up to 15 kmPre-ride clinics may be available.
2 > BeginnerEasy-paced rides suited for those who are familiar with their bikes.Our goal is to try some climbing and descending on moderate-grade,hard-packed fire roads, firm double-track and easy single-track. Wewill re-group as necessary to rest, hydrate and teach skills on the trail.Distances may be up to 15 km. Pre-ride clinics may be available.
2+ > Beginner PlusCasually paced rides ideal for advanced beginners ready for somesmall obstacles, steeper hills, more miles and fewer rests. We will regroupas necessary to hydrate and teach skills on the trail. Trails mayinclude steeper dirt road climbs and descents, double and single-trackthat introduce obstacles. Distances may be up to 15 km.
3 > IntermediateCasually paced rides ideal for riders who are comfortablewith fast descending and single track climbs who feel readyto kick it up a notch. Trails may include moderately steepor rutted climbs and descents, single-track, obstacles andtechnical features. Distances may be up to 18 km.
3+ > Intermediate PlusIdeal for consistent, faster riders, 3+ will be constantlymoving, taking breaks only to re-group at majorintersections. These are rides designed to build yourstamina, as the pace will often be set by faster ridersout front. Trails may include steep, technical climbs anddescents, single-track, obstacles and technical features.Distances may be 20km or more.
4 > AdvancedThese rides are ideal for strong riders who prefer technicalsingle-track downhills to fast climbing. These are ridesdesigned to build your stamina, as the pace will oftenbe set by faster riders out front. Trails may include verysteep technical climbs and descents, narrow, exposedsingle-track, big obstacles, jumps and challengingtechnical features. Distances may be 20km, or more.
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Event Location
Emily Murphy Park
11904 Emily Murphy Park Road NW
Edmonton, Alberta