Hey everyone and happy holiday Monday! Lots to get through this week so let’s just get to it shall we?

  • This is a friendly reminder that ride leaders review the strava RSVP list the night before to make sure there are enough ride leaders on the ride, as well as just prior to the ride to make sure that everyone who said their would be there is here. Out of respect for the ride leaders as well as other riders, please ensure your RSVP status is accurate.

  • The next order cycle for club clothing is up! Thank you to Michael to continuing to work with Jakroo to make sure the orders are going smoothly and that new items are added. I believe new items for this order are gloves, socks, and a packable jacket. Click here for access:  Jakroo.com l Spring Team Store
    Orders close on 12:59 AM on MAY 28th!! (so be safe and send in your order on Tuesday, May 27th)
    If you are new to Jakroo, we recommend the AI tool.  While not perfect, the sizing recommendation it provides has worked quite well for the majority of those who have tried it and provides a good starting point for each item you may wish to order (BONUS - free replacement of your item if the size doesn't work out).  As always, reach out if you have any questions, or join the #clothing channel on slack.

  • Robin has been putting up a high performance training plan for some athletes since the beginning of the season targeting some races. In order to help serve you guys better, we have a survey regarding it here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdcRJlaGe_YhrfW_I7dSkVfLVwxmr0akt6mA6JmOpdbkoGryQ/viewform you do not need to be part of the try racing program or targeting any events in particular, this is just us trying to get a read on how we can better support you.

  • Jay has talked to a VO2Max testing lab and arranged for group rates for testing. You can learn more about VO2 testing and how it can supplement your training and give you more information about your training, and indicate your interest here: https://forms.gle/HobyHf5AA4ZLkVxGA

  • And yes, we are still missing 1 bike bag. Yay we found one! WHERE IS THE LAST ONE?!

Pic: Gravel with Wanda, Teresa and Greg PC: Greg

Club Updates: 

Velodrome Updates: 

  • We will now be switching to our summer Velodrome program - with a focus on fitness building over skill building. Our times are once a month, 3rd Tuesday from 7pm to 8:30pm. We will have gym access before as well so you can warm up on rollers, or do stretching / prehab in the training area. If you have already paid for “Summer Velodrome Access” you’re good to go. If you loved your time at the Velodrome this winter so much and you didn’t get this access, please let me know via email or slack and we will have you pay the extra $30 for 7(!!!) extra sessions! As this is opt-in, we will be reviewing costs as the season goes on but we no more than $50 (so an extra $20 if you already paid in, but hopefully not). If you don’t remember what you got, check your email receipts or log into CCN. You will need to be certified to attend these sessions, however otherwise they are open to all club members who have paid in. As always, ask questions in slack if you have any.

  • Activity Messenger Linkie: https://activitymessenger.com/org/4494/

  • Please continue to RSVP on both Activity Messenger and strava, however only RSVP on Activity Messenger if you are certain you are able to attend, and if you must bow out, to let somebody know ahead of time, as slots are limited to ensure a good experience for everyone and to ensure we are not in violation of safety regulations. We recommend only RSVPing for sessions 1 week in advance, as it has happened where people RSVP for multiple sessions in advance and have forgotten / no showed. 

Ride Updates:

  • Watch Slack and Strava for pick-up rides, with official rides starting as soon as the roads are swept and dry;

Racing/Event/ABA Updates:

General Reminders:

  • Official Rides are posted on strava. If you haven’t requested to join, please do so here: https://www.strava.com/clubs/2845 if you’ve applied and haven’t heard back, e-mail me, but first, make sure your strava name matches your registration name. Strava RSVP is REQUIRED for 2026. Ride leaders reserve the right to send people home if the ride is over capacity, especially if you RSVPed near the ride start time. We use strava to ensure that rides have adequate resources. An early RSVP (more than 12 hours prior) is preferred as it gives us time to ensure there are enough ride leaders.

  • Front and Rear lights are now required for all rides. If you forget, first time is a warning (and shaming) and second time you are sent home. Lights not charged counts as not having them. As long as they can be adjusted in intensity and mode, they are good to go, as these are “to be seen by others” lights, so nearly any light will do.

  • Day to day communication and general chatter is via slack. You can join here: https://join.slack.com/t/edmontonroada-7u36621/shared_invite/zt-1t5qvezds-JotWB~e_EJcXrD9NArQarA - this is where you can get real time updates about unofficial rides, talk bikes with club members, and sell your stuff to other club members! If you identify as female and would like to be included in the WoERTC communications and event announcements, please message Heather Curtis on Slack to be added to the private WoERTC channel. Please remember to use the “reply in thread” feature when using slack (especially in the general channel, think about all the group chats you are in, general is like a 400 person group chat) Starting January 19, 2026 the Reply in Thread Policy will apply in ALL channels. You will be reminded to reply in thread if you dont. 

  • We’ve partnered with the City of Edmonton to offer 20% off monthly memberships and 15% off punch passes at all COE Recreation centers. If you want to use to program, send me an email or a message and I will write you a letter you can present to the front desk (showing them the email is fine) You can find out the full pricing and information here: https://www.edmonton.ca/activities_parks_recreation/corporate-wellness-program