Greetings from the future! Bow howdy I hope people read these things since it’s another action packed episode with plenty of twists, chills and thrills… but mostly just club updates. 

ERTC is happy to bring on board Flexion Bike Fit as a sponsor of the club - as many of you know and have heard, Cody is a trusted provider of bike fits for the Edmonton area, with many club members having already utilized his services, and the only independent bike fitter in the area! You can check him out and easily book online at https://www.flexionbikefit.com/ using our coupon code for a 15% off discount. The coupon code will be available on the private site website.

CLUB UPDATES:

  • Our season opener social IS THIS FRIDAY. May 3 at Arcadia Brewing (10712 120 St NW). We will have raffle swag from all our sponsors, and FREE BEER and light snacks. This is open to all members and the public, so this is your chance to invite any family and friends who might have been interested in bikes to come out! - RSVP here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/ertc-season-kick-off-tickets-865652388597 - the venue can be delivered to, so feel free to order in pizza or other foods.

  • To access your discount at physical locations, you will be required to present your new membership cards. The card will also have a QR code to a private page where you can access coupon codes for online purchases. We are working on getting these printed so stay tuned for those. You can get these cards by attending any ERTC rides and there will be a limit of 1 per member (unless you lose yours), and are non-transferable.  These cards also serve as a way for us to quickly access your emergency contact information. 

  • Our clothing website is always open and now includes the 40th anniversary jerseys- you can order at https://www.ertc.org/teamkit All clothing ordered via our webstore is available for immediate pickup! Don’t see your size? We are expecting a restock soon (A week or so). We keep in stock common items such as jerseys and shorts XS to XL sizes. 

    If your size isn’t in stock, or you want to order something special, the Rogelli direct clothing store is now active and the deadline has been extended to May 30. Items ordered this way will ship directly to your home and arrive in August. Check that out here: https://www.rogellicanada.com/ertc 

  • Learn to Ride Skill sessions start May 7. These sessions are a mix of individual and group riding skills and regardless of what level you are at, can be valuable. These sessions are led by certified coaches. These are available to everyone, however are free for members, and $75 for people outside of the club. You can RSVP on strava, and learn more here:  https://www.ertc.org/skills - if you know anyone who might be interested, direct them to that link above. 

  • The 2024 Try-Racing Program is now live! You can learn more about our program and sign up here: https://www.ertc.org/tryracing 

RIDE UPDATES:

  • All rides happening will be posted on Strava. We have begun the season in earnest, braving cooler morning temperatures. 

  • Due to a scheduling conflict, our first track night scheduled for May 3rd is cancelled. New date is TBD. 

GENERAL REMINDERS: