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Gibsons Grind Event Information |
When: June 22, 2019
Start: The ride starts at the overflow parking lot at the Langdale ferry terminal. Locals that need to drive to the start can park their cars along Chamberlain Road adjacent to Shirley Macey Park (very close to where the ride finishes) and coast down to the ferry terminal. See the following link for details: SSC Gibsons Grind Start
Start Time: 9:30 am. Note: As there will be people coming from the Lower Mainland on the 8:30 ferry there may be a small delay if the ferry is late.
Registration: Registration is mandatory; New this year, the BBQ has been included in the Registration. Pricing is as follows:
Bag Drop-off: We will have a bag drop-off at the start of the ride. Bags will be available for pickup at the Persephone Brewing Company. Please label your own bag and don't include valuables. We will do everything we can to keep them safe before you arrive to pick them up, but please don't drop off any valuables. We will not be responsible for lost or stolen items.
Carry a Cell Phone: It is recommended that all participants carry a phone. This ride is supported and you'll be provided with a phone number in case you run into any mechanical problems on the road.
The Routes: The Gibsons Grind is a self paced ride that takes place on paved roads. It starts at the Langdale ferry terminal in Gibsons and winds its way to Highway 101. From there the only difference between the various courses is how far they go out the highway. As such, you could do your own custom route that is anywhere from 10 km on up. Once you are on the highway, you can turn around any time you like. The routes will be marked with black and white arrow signs for the full length of the route.
Refreshment Stations: We will have a refreshment/aid station in Davis Bay at the turnaround point for the 50 km ride as well as on Mason Road near the turnaround for the 70 km route and on Mercer Road near the turnaround point for the 110 km ride. The aid station at Davis Bay will also be open for the return trip. You can fill up your water bottles with water, powdered Gatorade or bottled Gatorade and get a bar.
Riding on The Coast is difficult: The full route is comparable to the RBC GranFondo Whistler. There are a lot of hills here, some quite long and steep. Make sure you choose the course length which suits your ability before taking on the Gibsons Grind. The winners of the Gibsons Grind are the people who have the most fun.
Refunds and Refund Deadline:
Start: The ride starts at the overflow parking lot at the Langdale ferry terminal. Locals that need to drive to the start can park their cars along Chamberlain Road adjacent to Shirley Macey Park (very close to where the ride finishes) and coast down to the ferry terminal. See the following link for details: SSC Gibsons Grind Start
Start Time: 9:30 am. Note: As there will be people coming from the Lower Mainland on the 8:30 ferry there may be a small delay if the ferry is late.
Registration: Registration is mandatory; New this year, the BBQ has been included in the Registration. Pricing is as follows:
- Until May 31st at midnight - $35
- June 1st to June 14th at midnight - $40
Bag Drop-off: We will have a bag drop-off at the start of the ride. Bags will be available for pickup at the Persephone Brewing Company. Please label your own bag and don't include valuables. We will do everything we can to keep them safe before you arrive to pick them up, but please don't drop off any valuables. We will not be responsible for lost or stolen items.
Carry a Cell Phone: It is recommended that all participants carry a phone. This ride is supported and you'll be provided with a phone number in case you run into any mechanical problems on the road.
The Routes: The Gibsons Grind is a self paced ride that takes place on paved roads. It starts at the Langdale ferry terminal in Gibsons and winds its way to Highway 101. From there the only difference between the various courses is how far they go out the highway. As such, you could do your own custom route that is anywhere from 10 km on up. Once you are on the highway, you can turn around any time you like. The routes will be marked with black and white arrow signs for the full length of the route.
Refreshment Stations: We will have a refreshment/aid station in Davis Bay at the turnaround point for the 50 km ride as well as on Mason Road near the turnaround for the 70 km route and on Mercer Road near the turnaround point for the 110 km ride. The aid station at Davis Bay will also be open for the return trip. You can fill up your water bottles with water, powdered Gatorade or bottled Gatorade and get a bar.
Riding on The Coast is difficult: The full route is comparable to the RBC GranFondo Whistler. There are a lot of hills here, some quite long and steep. Make sure you choose the course length which suits your ability before taking on the Gibsons Grind. The winners of the Gibsons Grind are the people who have the most fun.
Refunds and Refund Deadline:
- If you are unable to ride, and there is a waitlist, we will refund your registration amount, less a $5.00 cancellation fee. If you are not insured through membership in Cycling BC and therefore purchased the $10 day-of Insurance, this $10 day-of insurance charge is not refundable.
- The deadline for contacting the event via email at info@gibsonsgrindgranfondo.com for a refund is June 14, midnight PDT.
Course Information
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At 110 km, it has over 1700 meters of climbing (comparable to the RBC GranFondo Whistler)
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While it's actually only 21 km longer than the 50 km course, it's significantly harder. That extra 21 km includes 369 meters of extra climbing,
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The 50 km course is quite moderate. The turnaround point is at scenic Davis Bay, where you might just want to stop and dip your feet in the ocean that is so temptingly close
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