Group Ride Schedule & Info
Group Ride Details
We currently offer two weekly group rides on both Wednesday and Saturday nights!
Join our Strava club for full ride details and to stay up to date on weekly routes, difficult levels, ride status & more!
Mandatory Ride Waiver
For liability purposes, we require that anyone attending our weekly group rides sign the Dismount Bike Shop Group Ride Liability Waiver.
Please note that for the safety of all riders helmets and lights are mandatory.
Routes
Our Wednesday night routes typically include a mix of gravel, packed dirt, and pavement.
Our Saturday night MTB rides are primarily dirt. Route & difficulty will change weekly!
FAQ
Do I have to sign the waiver before coming on a ride?
Yes, even if you have been on rides with us in the past, all group ride participants must sign our waiver. By signing the waiver, you help create a supportive environment where we can all enjoy cycling with peace of mind, knowing that we have taken the necessary precautions!
How long are the rides?
Typically the rides are between 20-25Km over the course of around 2 hours.
What is the pace of the group usually like?
These rides are social and relaxed, which means there are usually pit stops and chatting along the way. Overall we keep things at a comfortable and steady pace! Absolutely no one gets left behind.
What kind of bike should I bring?
On average, we recommend any bike with 30mm tires or wider but it is dependant on the route each week! Sometimes we do all paved rides where any width of tire would do well but it is best to check on the route posted each week.
Is there anything that I should bring with me on the rides?
A helmet, water bottle, front and rear bike lights are all the things that most folks should bring with them on our rides. Aside from that, a positive attitude and good vibes!
Upcoming Events
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Dismount Wednesdays!
RSVP on StravaEvery Wednesday @ 7pm
Join us every Wednesday night all year long for a no drop, social, party pace group ride! These rides will take you on a mixture of pavement, gravel and the occasional dirt.
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MTB Group Ride
RSVP on StravaEvery Saturday @ 6:30pm
Catch us in the Don Valley spring through fall for our group MTB ride! Routes & difficulty rotate weekly so there's something for everyone. Season begins Saturday, April 13th, 2024.
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Apply for #Fillthepodium!
Apply NowCalling all gender diverse cyclists!
#FillThePodium supports gender-diverse peoples' participation in cycling events by providing riders with everything they need on event day. First deadline is April 30!
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Pedals & Provisions
See All EventsGreat food & great people on bikes!
With ongoing events April through August, Pedals & Provisions combine riding and eating your way throughout the GTA.
Friends of Dismount!
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They Cycle
Link to siteAimed at fostering a community of cyclists that encourages participation of people from marginalized groups, particularly the gender diverse community. Dismount has been a proud supporter and contributor of their organization since the beginning!
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The Driveside
Link to siteFocusing on route creation in the GTA and spreading the message that cycling is for everyone, The Driveside are breaking down barriers by educating the community with information on making the gear you already have work for you and your goals in cycling.
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Saddle Sisters
Link to siteAiming to be an inclusive space for Women, Trans, Femme, and Non-Binary cyclists. Saddle Sisters organizes rides on a weekly basis and is definitely worth looking into!
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Patagonia Store Toronto
Link to siteThe Patagonia store in Toronto have been supporters of Dismount since day one! On top of running a beautiful store, they are active in their community and often host events and workshops that bring attention to important environmental and social issues. Follow along @patagoniatoronto
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Bike Gear Database
Link to SiteRun by a team of passionate individuals, BGD's mission is to showcase the bikes, routes, riders and companies that enable off-road cycling. Learn more on their wonderful page!
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Bikepacking.com
Link to siteA priceless and truly diplomatic resource for all things bikepacking for folks at every point of their bikepacking journey. With quite a network of people coming together, they're a positive source of information on routes, product and event coverage! We highly recommend checking them out.
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BT 700
Link to siteThey put a tremendous amount of effort in creating some of the best bikepacking routes of Ontario, instrumental in opening the conversation about bikepacking in our corner of Ontario, making it more accessible than ever.
