The SCC AGM will be held Thursday, March 11, 2021 at 8:00 pm via Zoom. We will be reviewing key information from the 2020 year and updating membership on our outlook for 2021.
At the AGM we will have a number of positions up for election for the executive. We ask that you try to supply nominations for these positions by Tuesday, March 9, 2021 (end of day) to allow for optimal use of our meeting; however we will take nominations the day of if needed. You can submit a nomination with this online form or complete a paper copy that can be returned to the club by sending it as a picture to: info@saultcyclingclub.ca
Positions up for election in 2021: • Mountain Bike Director • Touring Director • Road Bike Director • Director at Large • Director at Large
The Sault Cycling Club and the cycling community are very happy and excited with the flurry of new cycling infrastructure that is happening in the city this summer. It’s by far the most significant development since the opening of the Hub Trail!
Club members should take pride that these projects were greatly influenced by our advocacy efforts which began in 1989. The club appeared before city council to ask, amongst other things, for the creation of a bike advisory committee which included city planners, engineers, police and cycling club members including John Santana, David Ellis and Andre Riopel.
The first task of this committee was to create a cycling master plan identifying the best cycling corridors in the city, which would be earmarked for cycling infrastructure as streets were upgraded.Our first major win was the addition of paved shoulders on Black Road when Joe Fratesi was mayor.This bike route has improved this year with the extension of the paved shoulders to Third Line, and with a plan of ultimately connecting to the Hub Trail near the hospital when Third Line is redone in the next few years.
The process was slow and not without its share of drama.For instance in early 2000, the city decided to widen Black Road between Trunk and McNabb from 3 to 5 lanes.Black Road had been identified in the approved master plan as a bike route and as such would have to include or improve cycling infrastructure. As presented, the “improvements” removed the existing paved shoulders contrary to the commitment the city had made in the master plan.Andre Riopel (our current Advocacy Director), was president at the time and strongly objected to the project with a huge public fight with the then mayor, Rowswell. A compromise was reached which ultimately led to the current location of the Hub Trail circumventing the area.
This summer, we will see bike lanes created on Willow, Pine, Queen Street East, Northern Avenue and a multi use path on Bay Street. A Hub Trail spoke is also planned connecting Fort Creek to Goulais Avenue north of Second Line. These very visible projects will result in an increase in the number of people who cycle, similar to what happened when the Hub Trail opened.
The Sault Cycling Club has been instrumental in all of these projects and is very grateful to the city and the province for making our city more bicycle friendly.
❗️We will be hosting a celebratory Bike Lane Ride this coming Fall to show our gratitude. Stay tuned for details.
The SCC AGM will be held Thursday, February 27, 2020 from 7 pm to 8 pm at Mulligan’s Irish Pub. We will be reviewing key information from the 2019 year and updating membership on our outlook for 2020.
At the AGM we will have a number of positions up for election for the executive. We ask that you try to supply nominations for these positions by the Wednesday, February 26, 2020 end of day to allow for optimal use of our meeting; however we will take nominations the day of if needed. You can submit a nomination with this online form or complete a paper copy that can be returned to the club by sending it as a picture to: info@saultcyclingclub.ca
Positions up for elections 2020
President
Media/Social Platforms Director
Fat Bike Director
Mountain Bike Director
Touring Director
Director at Large
Director at Large
Also arrive early 6:15 pm and enjoy a ride on the trails at the Sault Country Club prior to the meeting.
This year for Trails Fest we are planning a 3 day festival dedicated to trails…all kinds of trails. We will start the weekend with an urban trail event, starting and ending at Outspoken Brewery. On Saturday we will have an epic backcountry adventure called the Great Batchawana Adventure Ride – pick 20, 40 or 70km worth of adventure. Sunday is our classic trail party at Kinsmen Park, with a few twists thrown in this year, including the grand opening of a new kid’s balance bike trail.
Friday June 7th – Urban Trail Adventure
Pick the 23km Hub Trail ride (paved, multi-use pathway circumnavigating the city) or the Fort Creek ride (urban mountain biking).
Both rides will depart from Outspoken Brewing (350 Queen St. East) at 7pm. Following the rides enjoy a post-ride beverage (cash bar) and snacks (included) on the deck at Outspoken.
For more details, and to register for these rides click the links below. There is a small fee that covers post-ride snacks and supports the local trail development activities in Sault Ste. Marie. ($10 for club members, $15 for non-members)
You can keep an eye on and discuss these rides on Facebook too, Click Here!
Saturday June 8th – Great Batchawana Adventure
The Great Batchawana Adventure Ride will introduce you to the Batchawana backcountry. There will be three distances – 70km, 40km, 20km – pick the distance to suit your energy level. All three rides are challenging and will take you from the shore of Lake Superior deep into the Batchawana River country. The ride begins with coffee and fritters at the Voyageur Lodge at (time) to start your day and there will be a few surprises along the way. Food will be available to purchase at the end of the ride at the Voyageur Lodge.
If you’re thinking about Crank the Shield, this will be your best opportunity to ride the terrain of Day 1. Your guides will include locals who rode last year’s race.
For more details and to register for these rides click the links below. There is a fee that will cover the breakfast,other goodies, and help support local trail development activities in Sault Ste. Marie. ($30 for club members, $45 for non-members)
You can keep an eye on and discuss these rides on Facebook too, Click Here!
Sunday June 9th – Trails Fest
Come to Kinsmen Park between (opening time) and (closing time) to try some demo bikes from 3 of our local bike shops: Algoma Bicycle Company, Duke of Windsor Sports, and Vélorution Bike and Ski. In addition to bikes from their own stock, they have gotten in factory fleets from top brands Cannondale, Giant, Norco, Salsa, Scott and Specialized! Demos are free but will require you to bring ID and sign a waiver.
Participate in guided trail rides with experienced trail riders and certified mountain biking coaches to get to know what our amazing trails have to offer. Participation in these rides is free, but you will be required to sign a waiver. We also encourage you to consider becoming a club member to provide ongoing support to events like this. Click here to learn more about our club and to join.
Enjoy some tasty BBQ, local craft beer from Outspoken Brewing, and other local goodies like St Joseph’s Island Coffee from Café Natüra, All for very reasonable prices (bring cash).
Have your children test their skills on the Sprockids kids’ obstacle course, where young riders can learn some new tricks in a safe and fun environment.
Check out the grand opening of the new balance bike trail for very young riders to enjoy the park no matter what they’re riding. It’s a fun, flowy trail that the whole family can enjoy safely.
Check out booths and activities from dozens of other community partners
Algoma Bicycle Company
Duke of Windsor Sports
Vélorution Bike & Ski
City of Sault Ste. Marie
Algoma Public Health
Outspoken Brewing
Café Natüra
Voyageur Trail Association/Saulteaux Club
Feeding Your Soul
Canadian Armed Forces
Sault Ste. Marie Region Conservation Authority
Soo Finnish Nordic Ski Club
Hub Trail Festival
Canadian Mental Health Association
Fit Bodies Fit Minds
Catalyst Fitness
Food Bank Farm
Country Way Health Food Store
Sault College Natural Environment and Outdoor Studies
Algoma Highlands Conservancy
Looking forward to seeing you there! You can RSVP to this event on Facebook too! Click Here!
