Biking Communities to join in the GTA

By Dorothy Yeung

August, 2023

B1 Gruppo Cycling Team (Evolution Cycles Club)

Richmond Hill’s Evolution Cycles partners with the B1 Gruppo Cycling Team. It is one of the fastest growing clubs in the GTA for fun and safe weekly road rides suitable for all abilities. With 7 rides to choose from every week, the team offers diverse options for cyclists for example, the B1 Gruppo Cycling Team and the B1 Gruppo Training Programs. A yearly membership which expires on December 31st of each year is required in joining the club. For more information, please visit www.b1gruppo.com/club-team or their instagram @b1gruppocycling.

Markham Cycles

Discover Markham Cycles, the community bicycle hub in Markham. They aim to build a cycling culture in Markham, making it easier for everyone to start riding. They offer a range of services, including education, drop-in bike repair sessions, free programs and workshops covering cycling topics, cycling mentorship and loans, community bike rides, bike rescue and youth-focused programs. The Markham Cycles’ community bike hubs are located at Milliken Mills and Centennial Community Centre. For more information, please visit www.markhamcycles.ca or their instagram @markhamcycles.

Toronto:

Beaches Cycling Club BCC

Beaches Cycling Club is a community based club with a focus on networking avid cyclists in the Beaches community. They ride through York Region on a regular basis. Their goal is to ensure that members have memorable experiences on the organized group rides. Their membership is renewed on an annual basis based on the calendar year. For more information, please visit www.beachescyclingclub.com or their instagram @beaches.cc.

Pickering:

Bike Depot Cycling Club (BDCC)

Bike Depot Cycling Club (BDCC) started in spring 2018 and they held weekly group road rides in Pickering for their bike members. They strive to create a friendly and supportive atmosphere for all levels of bikers. For more information, please visit www.bikedepot.com or their instagram @bikedepot.

Mississauga:

Mississauga Bicycle Racing Club (MBRC)

Mississauga Bicycle Racing Club (MBRC) was originally established in 1971 as a road racing team. They promote group riding and road racing for recreation and competition. They organize regular weekend group club rides, a special Learn to Race course for new riders, as well as other cycling and social activities. For more information, please visit mbrc.org or their instagram mbrc_cycling.

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