September 09, 2014 (Muskoka, ON) – Welcome to the MEC Fall Century Ride – Muskoka.  This is a one day road cycling adventure on an open course for people who are passionate about their active lifestyles.  For only $40 you can choose between a 90km or 160km ride that will take you through beautiful Muskoka as you ride around the big three:  Lake Muskoka, Lake Joseph and Lake Rosseau.  There will be marshals and directional signs along the course, rest stops complete with replenishments, washrooms, and a bike mechanic for minor repairs.  The start will begin at 8:00AM.  Upon finishing, celebrate your accomplishment with food, drink and the camaraderie of other riders at the Après Ride.

• Well marked, smooth roads for a safe, enjoyable ride.
• Finish area Après Ride
• Exclusive staging area at the start line.
• Rest stations – water, nourishment.
• Mechanical and Medical support at rest stations.
• MEC mechanics will be available for any last minute pre ride adjustments.
• Bike Racks for bikes to rest their wheels.

The route will be open to other users, so we advise caution while out on the road.  RULES OF THE ROAD MUST BE OBEYED.  All road signs and intersetion markings or signals must be adhered to without exception.  Riders need to be self-sufficient along the ride – pack appropriate clothing, spare tube, pump and patch kit, food and water if you feel you’ll need extra nourishment between aid stations.

Registration

Riders who register online will be entered into a draw for a $250 dollar Gift Card.  Draw to be held as part of the MEC Fall Century Ride – Muskoka on September 20th.
Ride Teams – Register 4 riders and the 5th rider is free!!!! Register here or email cameron.dempster@mec.ca for details.

Please choose from one of the following options to sign up for this ride:

• Register Online below for $40.  Make sure to select desired distance.
• Online registration will close at 12:00pm noon on Friday, September 19^th.
• Online registrants pick up ride kit the day of the event.  Kit pick up available from 7:00am – 7:45am
• Last minute registration on event day for $50 cash.  (7:00am at our registration tent – note registration will close at 7:45am and must be CASH)

Ride Times

• 7:00am – 7:45am Registration is Open
• 8:00am – Start

Ride Details

Start/Finish

Gravenhurst – Start/Finish.  Location TBD

Notes:

• Both routes will be open to other users and traffic, so we advise that riders use caution while out on the road.
• Riders will need to be self-sufficient along the ride: packing appropriate clothing for the day, spare tubes, pump, and food and water if you feel that you’ll need extra nourishment between aid stations.
• Access to washrooms, air and additional nutritional needs can be found at various service stations along the respective routes.

Training and Clinics to Prepare

To best prepare, please join us for MEC’s FREE Bike Maintenance 101 Clinics or the more advanced Bike Maintenance 201 for $20.

For more information please contact Cameron.Dempster@mec.ca, or call 416.340.2667