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Stargaze Riders are Looking at the Rain Clouds…

  Status update for the Stargazer Ride: June 26, 2011 5.50PM It’s a go for tonight! See you there. Status update for the Stargazer Ride: June 25, 2011 7:20PM Astronomical observing is even more susceptible to weather conditions than cycling, … Continue reading

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A Great Day for a Ride

This year’s edition of the Tour de Miss Mills saw nothing but smiling faces and lots of pedal power. A great collection of all types and ages of bicycle riders showed up Saturday morning to take on the Tour, enjoy … Continue reading

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Bicycle Month is rolling!

Thanks to the Leeds Grenville Health Unit and OPP’s Bicycle Rodeo, young cyclists in Mississippi Mills are riding around with fitted helmets and better knowledge of the rules of the road. The kick-off street party was the place to be … Continue reading

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Rusty Spokes Shine!

Great turn out for Carleton-based Rusty Spokes on Day 1 of the Silver Chain Challenge. Twenty-seven riders showed up for the weekly Wednesday ride and rode 20.5 km. Pump up those tires, Lanark County and start logging your rides. It’s … Continue reading

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Want to Join In but Don’t Have a Bike?

Almonte Bicycle Works will rent you a bike if you find yourself without the wheels that you need.  Visit Bill at 101 Bridge Street, or call 613-256-5282.

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