Gravel

Gravel Ride - Going Back to Cali (cancelled)

Event Cancelled

This event was cancelled on May 31, 2025 at 7:06 AM.

Reason:

Due to the soggy weather forecast and ominous weather radar indications the ride is cancelled. Hopefully June will give the gravel riders better weather and fortune. Enjoy the weekend.


Going Back to Cali - This route is all about the legendary California Rd, one of the Ottawa area’s premier sections of unmaintained, and Darling Road an iconic gravel cycling road. It also includes Lanark Concession 10C, part of the Almonte Paris Roubaix route, famous for its short switchback climb on a minimally maintained surface.


Please contact the organizer if you have questions.

Available Rides

Going Back to Cali (56 km, 454 m elevation gain)

There are no services on this route - carry enough food and fluids for your ride.

Details: 56km in length with 454m climb and 64% unpaved; tires: minimum 32mm recommended.

20-22 km/h (4 riders + 1 leader)
Audrey Lahay
Danielle Krauel
Mark
Paul Dupuis
Richard Aronoff Ride leader
23-25 km/h (7 riders + 2 leaders)
Brant Farquharson
Chris Webb
Cristina Inglis Ride leader
Emily Tsui
Joe Abbott Ride leader
Mark Bisset
Melinda Simar
Michael Whitney
Rod Janes
26-28 km/h (1 rider + 1 leader)
David Courtman Ride leader
Omar Badreddin