Bike Ride - Central Park / Southlands / The Beaches / False Creek Loop

** Please read all the information about a ride before signing up.**
------------ BICYCLE HELMETS ARE MANDATORY FOR ALL RIDES. ------------
Biking is weather dependent. At times last minute changes may be posted. Be sure to check for updates the night before and the morning of a ride.
THE RIDE: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46683118
https://www.komoot.com/tour/1955788665
This is a circle route with 51.2 km paved bikeways and 12.7 km of hard-packed trails. The route takes us west across Burnaby and South Vancouver to the Southlands Fraser River Trail. We then head north into Pacific Spirit Regional Park and west into UBC for lunch. After lunch we follow the Seaside Bike Trail to False Creek, over the Burrard St. Bridge and follow the Seawall to Science World and Ontario St. We head west on 10th Ave thru John Hendry Park onto the BC Parkway Trail and back to Central Park.
Difficulty: Moderate if you have been biking regularly.
Distance: 64.8 km
Estimated Ride Time: 5.5 hrs.

Bring: snacks/water and Pack a Lunch or buy something at UBC.
Meet Up Location: Central Park Tennis Court Parking Lot - Patterson Ave, Burnaby
Dave’s Cel: (604) 317-9073

Please be aware: all members and guests cycle at their own risk. We are not liable for any mishaps and we do not have any medical training. Please be responsible for yourself and follow all cycling rules and the leader’s directions.
Please be sure your bike is in good condition, tires are inflated and brakes are in good working order before arriving at the starting point. Carrying a Repair Kit and an extra inner tube is recommended. To help you to be seen and heard on the road, the following equipment is also recommended: a bell, flashing front and back lights or reflectors and a mirror.
Our goal is for you to enjoy your ride and have you arrive at the end safe, happy and satisfied with your leader as well as your outing.