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Cycle Canada'S Century Ride

Kick Start Your Cycling Season

Kick start your cycling season at our Century Ride, a classic cycling weekend held annually in May. A get-together of the cycling clans, attracting clubs and riders from Ontario, Quebec and U.S. border states. Riders start at Maple with a choice of 100 kilometres or 100 miles to Barrie on the Saturday and return to Maple on the Sunday. This May event was first held in the spring of 1988 as a training weekend for the first Tour du Canada ride. The weekend is a retreat and an opportunity for cyclists to socialize. The terrain on both routes is not difficult. Over the years, the age range of those riding with us on the May weekend has been 8 to 80 plus.

Two Start Points Two Locations

The century ride will starts in Maple at the Rutherford GO Station or as otherwise noted. There will be paid parking at this location. For those arriving and departing by subway, there will also be the option of the Vaughan subway stop. You can choose between 100 km or 100 mile routes from each start location. You'll travel along quiet rural roads and through small villages to our overnight stay in Barrie situated on Kempenfelt Bay on Lake Simcoe.

For Ride Updates Please Visit: Century Updates

To learn more about the level of support on Cycle Canada's tours please visit Frequently Asked Questions

CALENDAR REGISTER

Tour Itinerary

Toronto – Barrie – Toronto

Century Ride Weekend Package Schedule

For details of overnight accommodation please visit: Georgian College Suites

2025 Saturday:

  • Toronto to Barrie, Pick a Route – 100 km or 100 miles km (1 km = .62 miles).
  • Accommodation at Georgian College
  • Saturday – buffet dinner: 6:30-7:45 p.m.

2025 Sunday:

  • Sunday – full hot breakfast buffet: 7:00-8:45 a.m.
  • Barrie to Toronto, Pick a Route – 100 km or 100 miles

Toronto – Barrie – Toronto

Day Rider Package Schedule

This package is designed for people who wish to ride one or two days and do not require meals or accommodation. Return transportation to Toronto (or Barrie) is not provided.

2025 Saturday:

  • Toronto to Barrie, Pick a Route – 100 km or 100 miles km (1 km = .62 miles).

2025 Sunday:

  • Barrie to Toronto, Pick a Route – 100 km or 100 miles

Fitness Level

These trips are designed to suit the fitness levels of typical recreational cyclists. We assume that participants are weekend riders who enjoy regular exercise. The terrain for both the 100km and 100mile route is not difficult.

Over the years, the age range of those riding with us on the May weekend has been 8 to 80 plus.

Included in your Package:

Full Package

  • Pre-booked accommodation.
  • Option to share if you have a partner or we will match you up (two bedroom suites with shared ensuite washroom)
  • Route sheet/maps on each day of the ride.
  • Electronic files
  • Mid-day refreshment stops
  • On the road support by our staff
  • Luggage service
  • Two start points, Vaughan Subway or Rutherford Go Station
  • Snacks, buffet dinner, buffet breakfast.
  • There will be a draw for prizes at dinner.
  • Please write for family rates (for children under 13).
  • Save by registering before March 31
  • Head office toll free telephone and Skype assistance.

Day Package

  • Route sheet/maps on each day of the ride.
  • Electronic files
  • Mid-day refreshment stops
  • On the road support by our staff
  • Luggage service
  • Snacks
  • Please write for family rates (for children under 13).
  • Head office toll free telephone and Skype assistance.
  • Return Transportaion is not provided

Tour Summary Dates and Fees

  • Dates: TBA 2025
  • Full Package Early Registration (prior to March 31): : TBA
  • Full Package Registration Fee: (after March 31) TBA
  • Day Rate (One or two days, route sheets and luggage transfer only): $30.00 + $3.90 HST = $33.90
  • Accommodation: 1 person in each bedroom in a 2 bedroom suite.. Couples will have a private suite
  • We will pair up singles of the same gender in a suite if you register as a single. Singles who wish to have their own suite should contact us.
  • Rates are per person
  • After April 20, Payments accepted by Credit Card or On-line Banking.
  • Registrations received after April 20th are subject to confirmation of availability.
  • Ride at your own pace. No mass start.
  • Fees are per person in Canadian funds

    HST (Harmonized Sales Tax) applicable is 13%.

    We recommend you obtain travel, medical and personal insurance.

    Please read our policy statement for Cycle Canada events: Policies

    You'll find information on other great cycling tours in Canada here: Cycle Canada Events.

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CycleCanada Century Ride — Updates

Updates

Parking

2025 arrangements to be advised.

Early Arrival Information

Travelling to Canada? Here are some tips: Crossing the border for a bike tour

Your accommodation in Barrie for one night is included in the full package fee.

Motels in close proximity to start points:

If you require accommodation the night before and/or after the ride there is a wide choice of hotels near the Vaughan Corporate Centre.

Tourism information can be found here: Toronto Tourism or Tourism Vaughan:

Special notes: As in any major centre it is not recommended to leave your bike unattended, including inside or on top of your vehicle. This includes when checking in and out of hotels and motels.

Important Links:

CycleCanada Century Ride (includes dates, fees and package): CycleCanada Century Ride Information

CycleCanada Century Ride Registration: CycleCanada Century Ride Sign-up

Event Calendar: Availability