what to expect
We offer a variety of ride types for both Standard and Nitro members. These range from casual coffee and donut Zone 2 rides, to intense race-paced sprint rides.
Each ride is hosted by a Ride Leader who will guide the group through the club values, the route, safety reminders, and key segment attempts.
Get started with up to 2 free Meet & Greet rides, or upgrade to Nitro to get the most out of your membership.
About our weekly rides
Throughout the week, we feature different organized rides, varying in intensity and skill level. Knowing a couple power metrics is a great first start in understanding which rides you'll enjoy most: FTP (Functional Threshold Power - held over a 20 minute effort) and Power-to-Weight Ratios (Watts / Kilograms).
If you don’t know those measurements, that’s OK too! We want to get to know you and can help determine your riding level to ensure you get the most out of the group rides, as well as to set you up with the right amount of work to be at the level you wish to be at. Meet & Greet rides are a great way to start. One of our Ride Leaders can then help advise which weekly rides to attend.
All our rides start strictly at the start time. Please arrive at least 5-10 min early to hear our pre-ride debriefs.
SCHEDULE OVERVIEW
LOCATION |
START |
TIER* |
ZONE |
|
MON |
INDOOR TRAIN / RECOVERY |
N/A |
NITRO |
|
TUE |
HSB TUESDAYS BY HARMONY PACIFC |
5:30 AM |
NITRO |
2 |
WED |
LYON'S DEN WEDNESDAYS BY SPEED PROJECT |
5:30 AM |
NITRO |
3-4 |
THU |
CLIMB THURSDAYS BY DRKHORSE |
5:30 AM |
STANDARD |
3-4 |
SPANISH BANKS |
5:30 PM |
NITRO |
3-4 |
|
FRI |
MEET & GREET |
6:00 AM |
FREE |
1-2 |
STANLEY LOOP |
5:30 PM |
STANDARD |
3-4 |
|
SAT |
NITRO SATURDAYS BY E/C PHYSIO |
5:30 AM |
NITRO |
4-5 |
RICHMOND ENDURANCE |
7:30 AM |
NITRO |
2 |
|
SUN |
SUPER SUNDAYS BY LONTREAU |
6:30 AM |
NITRO |
3-4 |
MEET & GREET |
6:00 AM |
FREE |
1-2 |
*Nitro members are welcome to join all rides (including free and standard)
seasonal RIDE SCHEDULEs
SUMMER: APRIL TO SEPTEMBER
Standard: 3 days per week outside + 1 day per week indoors
Nitro: 9 days per week outside + 2-3 days per week indoors
Throughout the season there will be club events, socials, and team race sign-ups.
All members must start with a Meet & Greet ride, unless approved by a Ride Leader.
WINTER: OCTOBER TO MARCH
Standard: 1 day per week outside (pending weather conditions) + 1 day per week indoors
Nitro: 1-3 days per week outside (pending weather conditions) + 2-3 day per week indoors.
Throughout the winter season there will be indoor challenges, socials, and workshops.
All members must start with Meet & Greet day (subject to weather), unless approved by a Ride Leader.
ROUTE DETAILS
MONDAY - INDOOR TRAINING OR RECOVERY
Tier: Nitro
Join online on Zwift and start your week off right - whether it's workout, Alpe du Zwift attempt, or a Crit, join the team in your pain cave and get it done.
TUESDAY MORNING - HORSESHOE BAY
Tier: Nitro
Join us for our NEWEST addition to the weekly ride lineup! New route via Sharons Rd with a killer climb and a technical descent. Finishing at Isetta for coffee.
- Level: Intermediate
- Zone: 3-4
- Start time: 5:30 AM
- Ride time: 2.5 hours (approx)
- Hosted by Ride Leaders: Nate & Zack
WEDNESDAY MORNING - GLENLYON CRIT DRILLS
Tier: Nitro
Hump day never felt so spicy. A new club favourite where we do 2 warm up laps around Glenlyon followed by a 5 lap criterium race! Breakfast and coffee to follow.
- Level: Intermediate
- Zone: 3-5 (paceline)
- Start time: 5:30 AM
- Ride time: 90 minutes (approx)
- Hosted by Ride Leaders: Cam & Jam
THURSDAY MORNING - CLIMBING CLINIC
Tier: Standard
Rise & Grind! Challenge your legs with a spicy climbing effort, followed by a coffee and pastry reward!
- Level: All experience levels welcome
- Zone: 3-4
- Start time: 5:30 AM
- Ride time: 90 minutes (approx)
- Hosted by Ride Leaders: Jamshed, Nate & Cam
THURSDAY AFTERNOON - UBC LOOP
Tier: Nitro
Finish the day with a sweat and prepare the legs for the weekend fun ahead. This is a zone 3-4 ride with paceline practice.
- Level: All experience levels welcome
- Zone: 3-4 (paceline)
- Start time: 5:30 PM
- Ride time: 90 minutes (approx)
- Hosted by Ride Leaders: Bernard & Ollie
FRIDAY MORNING - MEET & GREET
Tier: Standard
This ride is dedicated to all new members and new folks who are interested in learning more about the club - it's a chance to explore the club, learn the ride style, and grab a coffee after a quick ride around Stanley Park.
- Level: All experience levels welcome
- Zone: 1-2
- Start time: 6:00 AM
- Ride time: 90 minutes (approx)
- Hosted by Ride Leaders: Peter, Zack, Nate
FRIDAY AFTERNOON - STANLEY PARK LOOP
Tier: Standard
Nothing like ending the long work week with a rip around SP with the crew. Ride into the sunset and finish off with drinks.
- Level: All experience levels welcome
- Zone: 3-4
- Start time: 5:30 PM
- Ride time: 90 minutes (approx)
- Hosted by Ride Leaders: Jamshed
SATURDAY MORNING - NITRO RACE TRAINING (ALTERNATING)
Tier: Nitro
Our fastest and most intense ride. This one is all about speed with constant PR attempts. The paceline is tight and trust is needed between riders to keep everyone safe. Reach out to Jon Li for an invite!
- Level: Advanced; Invite-only
- Zone: 4-5 (paceline)
- Start time: 5:30 AM
- Ride time: 90-180 minutes (approx)
- Hosted by Ride Leaders: Jon, Nate & Zack
SATURDAY - RICHMOND ENDURANCE
Tier: Nitro
Dial in your long game with this endurance focused ride around Richmond. This ride starts with coffee with the Circuit Race crew. Feel good vibes all around! And yes, folks double-up rides for an extra long morning.
- Level: Advanced; Invite-only
- Zone: 2
- Start time: 7:30 AM
- Ride time: 120 minutes (approx)
- Hosted by Ride Leaders: Bianca & Peter
SUNDAY ALL-DAY - ADVENTURE DAY
Tier: Nitro
Join our long day rides on Sunday - we go on epic journeys with the crew. These can be destination or milestone focused.
- Level: Intermediate
- Zone: 3-4 (paceline)
- Start time: 6:30 AM
- Ride time: TBD (typically 2-5 hours)
- Hosted by Ride Leaders: Jam, Bernard, Dave
SPECIAL EVENTS - DATE TBD
Stay tuned for our epic rides - these include rides like Fort Langley, Triple Crown, and Harrison Hot Springs.
- Level: Intermediate/Advanced
- Zone: 3-4 (paceline)
- Start time: 6:00 AM
- Ride time: TBD (typically 2-5 hours)
- Hosted by Ride Leaders: Jon / Cam
MEMBERSHIP REQUIRES A
CYCLE BC LICENCE
As group rides can often be in a fast paceline, there is additional risk of injury to riders, and to the public.
For this reason, TLD requires ALL members to hold a valid annual Cycle BC license for riding.
The exception is if you are just joining us for 1-2 Meet & Greet rides. If you're just joining for up to 2 Meet & Greet rides, please fill out the Cycle BC Waiver here.
More information on the insurance coverage and additional benefits can be found here.
Not sure which license
to apply for?
If you are joining TLD only for group rides mainly and fondo rides or TLD events, then a"Cycling for All"membership should be sufficient. If you plan to compete in more sanctioned races in the year, including criterium racing in Cat 4 and up, then a"Provincial Race License"is more recommended.