Latest Newsletter: May 2, 2023
Parry Sound Bikes 10 Year Anniversary!
Wow, hard to believe it's been 10 years. A decade of group rides, "new bike days" and flat tire fixes. You've been here for rides, renovations and coffees at the shop. Most importantly, you've helped make the Parry Sound Bikes community bigger and better. Thank you so much for your business and support, we wouldn't be here without you.
We're throwing a PARTY! Join us Saturday June 3rd at Parry Sound Bikes; help us celebrate 10 years. There'll be drinks, snacks and good times. Drop in anytime after 6:00 p.m.
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ANNIVERSARY SALE
Saturday May 27th to Saturday June 3rd
The entire store will be on sale! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook or Twitter or check out our website for details. |
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2023 Weekly Group Ride Schedule
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Tuesday Road Bike Group Ride (May, June, July & August)
- Meet at Parry Sound Bikes
- 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. + post ride social
- 3 Different distance & speed groups (25kms, 40kms & 60kms)
- Open to all road, gravel, hybrid and E-bike riders
Thursday Mountain Bike Group Rides (June, July & August)
- Meet at the Georgian Nordic Outdoor Activity Centre
- 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.
- Group Ride on the single track trails at GNOAC.
- Due to the technical nature of our trails, the ride is best suited to intermediate and advanced riders.
Saturday Morning Road Ride (July & August)
- Meet at Parry Sound Bikes
- 7:30 to 9:30 a.m.
- Group pace between 28-30km/h for a 50km route.
- Open to road and gravel bikes, best suited to riders comfortable riding in a group.
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2023 Sunday Endurance Rides; mark your calendar!
Details (including start times) will be available on our website & social media soon.
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Bunny Trail Group Road Ride
- Sunday June 11th
- Meet at Parry Sound Bikes
- 115km paved route at a pace of 28km/h+
Who doesn't love a route that ends with McDougall Road? A classic endurance group ride, with supported rest stops.
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PS Bikes 100km Group Ride
- Sunday July 16th
- Meet at Parry Sound Bikes
- 100km paved route at a pace of 25km/h
Last summer this ride was HUGE! The 100km group ride is aimed at riders tackling the 100km distance for the first time (or the first time this season). |
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Gravel Party 2023
- Sunday August 13th
- Meet in Orrville
- 100km of some of the best gravel roads around.
- Ride at your own pace, or join a group. Most importantly, have fun.
Back by popular demand! We'll ride gravel bikes and have a post ride party! |
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Looking for something to do this weekend? Check out Challenge the Shield Adventure Run at the Georgian Nordic Outdoor Activity Centre.
Not interested in running? They are also looking for volunteers.
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Parry Sound Bikes is hiring!
Full time and summer only positions available. Hiring details here.
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End of Newsletter
The Parry Sound area offers exceptional riding for road, gravel and mountain biking. Read through the highlights below, join one of our group rides or stop by the shop for a coffee and route advice.
Road Rides
Parry Sound has great road riding, with endless quiet roads and lots of perfect pavement. Some of our favourite roads are: Highway 518 & Tally Hoe Swords Road, East & West Carling Bay Road, Rankin Lake & Blackstone Crane Lake Road, Clearlake Road, Shebeshekong & Skerryvore Community Road, Highway 520 & The Bunny Trail.
If you're a Strava user follow Aleesha Clark, Parry Sound Bikes check out 30+ of the best rides (ranging from 20km to 160km).
Mountain Biking & Family Rides
The Georgian Nordic Outdoor Activity Centre has long been to go to place for cross country skiing in the area. In 2015 it also became a centre with great double track and single track bike trails. The double track trails offer smooth open trails that wind through the woods; great for kids and new riders. The Georgian Nordic single track makes use of the Canadian shield and offers riders a challenging rocky, rooty path up and down the rocks and ridges. Membership or day pass required to ride; memberships and day passes available online at Get Outdoors Parry Sound or in person at Parry Sound Bikes.
If you're looking for a family day trip or a place to camp, check out Killbear Provincial Park. Killbear Provincial Park is located 35km from Parry Sound and offers a nice bike path for family rides and great beaches.
