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General Information
The Oak Ridges Moraine was formed about 12,000 years ago by advancing and retreating glaciers. They left a series of rolling hills and river valleys stretching from the Niagara Escarpment to Rice Lake. This moraine is considered to be one of the most significant landforms in southern Ontario. Around here it is just known as the “Ridge”. The Oshawa Cycling Club and our two local bike shops, Impala Bicycles and Bicycles Plus, have joined together and pooled our experience to present a ride through the quiet back roads that crisscross the ridge and highlight its many features. You will see stunning vistas along with small creeks and lakes as you climb through these hills. There are many small villages along the way as well. We also found a few flat roads where you can catch your breath as we take you all the way from the ridge down to the shore of Lake Ontario and back. We have developed four different routes which we think will provide a place on the road for everyone. We invite you to join us on this ride in support of the United Way and come and see for yourself, what we consider to be some of the finest cycling roads in southern Ontario.
The "Ride4UnitedWay" event stretches from Oshawa on the west, as far north as Port Perry, east to Newtonville and south along Lake Ontario. This area encompasses parts of the Oak Ridge Moraine and is geographically hilly. Please take that into consideration when you are selecting which route you plan to ride.
2010 Routes
There will be 3 routes available for cyclists to choose from in the 2010 Ride4UnitedWay.
50-60 km Route
This route will be approximately 50-60 kilometers in length with 1 rest stop. It is the flattest of all the routes and we hope those wishing to enjoy a nice ride in the country and raise some money for charity will join us.
100 km Route
This route will be approximately 100 kilometers in length with 3 rest stops. A more demanding and scenic route than the one above. This route would be enjoyable to any cyclist that has done some training over the summer and a likes a challenge.
160 km Route
This route will be approximately 160 kilometers in length with 4 rest stops. It is a very physically demanding route with many hills and the optional "HeartBreak Hill Challenge". Only the fittest riders should attempt this route.
Route maps and more details will be posted as they become available.
Heartbreak Hill Challenge
The Heartbreak Hill Challenge is a 1 kilometer electronically timed hill climb. The hill's location is approximately 3/4's of the way around the 160 kilometer "Challenge Route". Timing will be provided by Chip Time Results. There will be a timing mat to start your time at the bottom of the climb and another to stop the clock at the top.
Rules
1. Only riders that ride 160 kilometer "Challenge Route" are eligible to enter.
2. Riders may enter as individuals or as a team with a minimum of 6 riders, no maximum limit.
3. Only the fastest 5 times will be averaged for each team.
4. Riders may win as individuals and as a team member.
5. The ascent of the hill must be completely unaided.
6. No shortcuts are allowed on the "Challenge Route".
7. Riders at all times must consider safety and courtesy while on the course.
8. Marshal's may, at their discretion, disqualify a rider if any of the above rules are breeched.
Prizes
There are prizes for the fastest male, female and team categories.
Please remember: The purpose of the Heartbreak Hill Challenge is simply to provide interest and a challenge for some of the teams and individuals who wish to participate. We strongly emphasize that the purpose of the ride is to have fun, raise some money for United Way and enjoy riding.
