Bike Ride : Bearspaw/Glendale
Slow and Steady Hikers
Let’s head out for a ride through the beautiful rolling countryside of Bearspaw and Glendale Road, just west of Calgary!
It is a fantastic, scenic route, but please be aware that we will be sharing the road with vehicle traffic. Here are a few important notes about the current conditions:
* **Traffic & Construction:** There is an active construction site along the route, and we may encounter semi-trucks and heavier traffic in certain sections.
* **Route Planning:** I scouted this area with Chris about two weeks ago. Based on that ride, I am designing our route to avoid the busiest roads as much as humanly possible.
🌲**Post-Ride Hangout!** 🚴♂️☕
***After we wrap up our ride, we’re going to tailgate and hang out! Since the Shane Homes YMCA at Rocky Ridge is an open-concept community hub, we can use their public space to gather, relax, and chat.***
***Please feel free to bring some snacks, food, or drinks to share with your fellow riders.***
🌲 **Is this ride for you?**
If riding near larger vehicles or navigating construction zones makes you uncomfortable, this particular route might not be the best fit for you. Otherwise, come along for some great hills and beautiful views!
🌲 Distance: The ride will be approximately **45–55 km round trip**, depending on the group’s pace, preferences, and the weather.
🌲 Elevation gain: about 400 -470meters
🌲 Time: 5 – 6 hours, depending on group size and number of participants
🌲 Group Size: 8-10 (No dogs, children or guests)
🌲 Required gear:
– bike
– helmet
– water
– lunch / snacks
– hat / gloves
– technical clothing (no cotton, no jeans)
– rain coat
🌲 Suggested gear:
– spare inner tube, patch kit and pump
– sunscreen
– personal first aid kit
🌲 Signup
A waiting list has been created. You must meet all of the prerequisites, and answer all of the RSVP questions. in order to be moved to the going list.
Attendance is at the discretion of the organizer, not FCFS — multiple ‘no show’ would render member ineligible for participation.
🌲 Participation Policy
Attendance on this trip is strictly contingent upon agreeing to our club waiver. Futhemore, your registration will not be complete until you have answered the questionnaire provided by the organizer during the sign up process.
🌲 Cancelation
The event may be cancelled or postponed(on short notice) in the event of poor weather (wind, rain, snow) or poor air quality(smoke). Please check the website before coming out
🌲 If you have not already done so, please read the Slow and Steady Code of Conduct here:
[https://www.meetup.com/slow-and-steady-hikers/messages/boards/thread/53768844](https://www.meetup.com/slow-and-steady-hikers/messages/boards/thread/53768844)
🌲 WAIVER: ***You are required to submit an emergency contact name and phone number to the organizer for inclusion in the waiver questionnaire (please send it via private message for privacy).*** You are required to read the Slow and Steady Hiker Club Waiver: http://www.meetup.com/Slow-and-Steady-Hikers/pages/OUR_NEW_WAIVER/
[https://www.meetup.com/slow-and-steady-hikers/messages/boards/thread/53768842](https://www.meetup.com/slow-and-steady-hikers/messages/boards/thread/53768842)
🌲 Disclaimer: You are fully aware that your hosts are volunteers and not trained guides and you assume all responsibility for your own safety and well-being. All participants are responsible for assessing the current road conditions, current weather conditions, your current physical condition, current trail conditions and current avalanche conditions for the trip and you are responsible for your safety and well-being. You are fully prepared with proper gear and you’re physically fit to do this hike with the group.