Hey Everyone!

Big updates for the club this time around, so let’s swing right into it!

Road Updates:

  1. WoERTC Rides are back! If you identify as female, or non-binary, and would like an inclusive ride for you, please reach out to Tiffany(88keys.t@gmail.com)  if she hasn’t reached out to you yet. Guys - feel free to tell the people in your life who you think would be interested as well!

  2. Tuesday Night Intervals are back at the Research Park: Aimed as a way to get fitter as well as work on your individual cornering skills, this is a great option for people of all skill and fitness levels - https://www.strava.com/clubs/2845/group_events/749906 

  3. Saturday rides are back again! If you have been on a group ride before, we welcome you to RSVP on the strava page here: https://www.strava.com/clubs/2845/group_events/975120  If you haven’t or are feeling unconfident around others, ERTC-Lite might be for you! More on that in the next point. 

  4. Speaking of ERTC-Lite, we will be booting up ERTC-Lite in the coming weeks and would like your feedback on programming. More information here: http://www.ertc.org/ertc-lite and check out the poll here: https://forms.gle/Nxnr9UwZuk46wUms7 

Track Updates:

  1. Our introduction to track nights have been a huge success with several members over several sessions getting their first few tastes of riding on the track. We will be transitioning to more track programs for Tuesdays, so keep your eyes peeled for that on strava. 

  2. Check out what a couple of our club members had to say about their experiences on for the track so far:

    1. Amanda Scott, our host for the track nights and aspiring nationals racer: “Great to see so much interest from club members in trying out the track! We have had two beginner nights at the Velodrome so far. While our June 28 session was cancelled due to hot weather, we have July 3 booked from 6-8 pm for another club intro session. Stay tuned for information in the next update on some formal instructional sessions from the velodrome that will be available this summer, as well!” 

    2. Courtney Parker, first time “Track League” racer at the velodrome: "I was the only beginner at the track for their first Thursday race. I felt a little intimidated but everyone was really encouraging and supportive. They shared spare parts and worked on my borrowed bike to make me (slightly) more competitive. I'll definitely be there again and hope to see some competition in the C category!"

  3. And now, a bit of promotion for the track ;) : Want to try racing track, and feel like skipping Hills Night? The velodrome's summer Thursday Night Track League will also start July 8. Come once to try it out, or come regularly to accumulate series points and have a chance to win category prizes. Participants must have prior experience riding on the track (past track racing experience, or participation in several weeks of Learn to Ride or Learn to Race sessions) and have an understanding of the Argyll Velodrome’s rules and etiquette. More information here: https://www.argyllvelodrome.com/2018-results (yes, weird URL…) 

  4. Have you heard? Edmonton is building an indoor velodrome, with estimated completion in 2024. You can find more project information Here: https://www.edmonton.ca/projects_plans/parks_recreation/coronation-district-park-development

Club Updates:

  1. With restrictions being lifted, we may start looking into social events soon, with an outdoor park meet-up in our fine river valley. If you haven’t been to one of these before, these are catered events with food and hanging out, and usually some treats from our sponsor, Blindman Brewing (https://www.blindmanbrewing.com/)  at no cost to you. More information soon! Summer is a busy time for all of us between families, vacations, and just wanting to ride your bike so don’t worry, there will be more! 

  2. Water Bottles are now in stock! Buy them online here: http://www.ertc.org/teamkit/ertc-water-bottle and you can pick them up at a ride or at the residence of one of our Executives! Someone will reach out to you about arranging that after purchase. 

  3. Join Slack (https://join.slack.com/t/edmontonroada-7u36621/shared_invite/zt-r9cz31ub-0OIcKY_Ow33BJCw_yyAQCg) for ride updates and general chat among your clubmates!