What is the Ride Club?
Looking for a fun group of like-minded individuals that share your passion for cycling? From the Road, to the Mountains, Fatbikes to Gravel Grinders, or even just a Leisurely Cruise on city bike paths; we definitely have a ride for you! Our various rides are suitable for any level of cyclist and we make it easy to get in a training ride or an evening spin.
Led by a passionate group of trained and experienced staff and volunteers, our club rides are insured for your safety through the Manitoba Cycling Association.
As if this wasn’t already good enough, when you register as a member of the WCW Ride Club you get access to all our weekly rides and a whole host of perks in store!
Check out our 2022 club rides, benefits, and rules below!
What do I Need to Know About Current Covid-19 Restrictions?
Keeping you safe is our primary priority. We are keeping a careful watch on the latest restrictions and constantly adjusting our policies to make sure that our rides are safe. This may mean some rides have reduced capacity, and it means that you are responsible for bringing your own tools and doing your own repairs to avoid contact and crowding. If you have questions or concerns about what we are doing to make sure that our rides stay within legal parameters, email rideclub@woodcockcycle.com.
Spring/Summer/Fall Group Rides
Mountain Madness - Monday
Master your MTB flow. Meet us on the trails to hone your technical riding skills and build your confidence.
| April - October 15 - 25 kms | Starts @ 6:30 PM 15 - 25 km/h |
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Off Road Group Ride
Membership Required
Grande Peasy - Monday
This No-Drop ride is perfect for those who are finding they need more challenge than our Easy Peasy Ride offers, but our Friday Destination is still too much.
| April - October 40 - 50 kms | Starts @ 6:00 PM 20 km/h |
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All Skill Levels Welcome
No Membership Required
Easy Peasy Ride - Tuesday
Around here we ride slow. Join us through the city's trails and parks for a ride that's more about smiles than miles.
| April - October 20 - 30 kms | Starts @ 6:00 PM 17 - 22 km/h |
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Family Friendly Ride
No Membership Required
Cyclocross - Thursday
Let's get dirty. Learn to mount and dismount at speed, maintain control through unforgiving terrain and master the mud.
CURRENTLY NOT IN SEASON
| September - October 30 - 45 kms | Starts @ 6:00 PM 20 - 30 km/h |
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Off-Road Group Ride & Skills Clinics
Membership Required
Destination Ride - Friday
Get up to speed. Learn to ride in formation and adapt to a paceline on this low pressure, beginner road ride.
| May - September 50 - 80 kms | Starts @ 6:00 PM 25 - 30 km/h |
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No-Drop Beginner Road Ride*
Membership Required
Gravel Odyssey - Bi-Weekly Saturdays
Join us as we venture out on lengthy gravel rides this season. If you're seeking a countryside adventure, we've got you covered.
*TENTATIVE*
| May - August 50 - 120 kms | Starts @ 9:00 AM 25 - 32 km/h |
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Increasing Distances Throughout Season
Membership Required
*Destination & Gravel Rides require bikes with drop or D-style handlebars.*
Winter Group Rides
Singletrack Fatbike Ride - Wednesday
Join us as we ride the river and singletrack trails around Winnipeg all winter. Set those tire pressures low, and let's roll.
CURRENTLY NOT IN SEASON
| November - March 15 - 30 kms | Starts @ 6:00 PM 14 - 20 km/h |
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Off Road Winter Group Ride
Membership Required
Virtual Zwift Ride - Wednesday
Join us indoors, and push yourself on this all inclusive, virtual ride.
CURRENTLY NOT IN SEASON
| November - March 50 - 70kms | 7:00 PM - 8:30PM 2.5 - 3.0 W/kg |
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All Fitness Levels Welcome
No Membership Required
Fat Fridays Destination Ride
Come explore Winnipeg as we ride on roads and paths to new destinations every week. Bring a fatbike, or a studded steed.
CURRENTLY NOT IN SEASON
| October - March 20 - 50 kms | Starts @ 6:00 PM 14 - 20 km/h |
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Road & Path Winter Group Ride
No Membership Required
MCA Registration:
All Ride Club participants must be members of the Manitoba Cycling Association, or a member of a association under Canadian Cycling Cyclisme.
Everyone is allowed to trial each ride once without an MCA (or CCA) membership but must sign a waiver before the ride. After your trial ride, you must have an MCA membership for subsequent rides.
Follow this LINK to register and purchase your MCA membership.
*Many of our club rides also require the purchase of a Woodcock Ride Club Membership to join.
Club Benefits
- 1 FREE WCW Club Jersey with signup by May 31st - Jakroo Fondo or Peak MTB *
- 15% off select products in-store.**
- 20% off all Club branded merchandise.
- VIP events and access to exclusive offers. (depending on pandemic restrictions)
- $100 credit on one Retul Fit.** (depending on pandemic restrictions)
- Race Support at all WCW Events - Emergency repairs/assistance. (depending on pandemic restrictions)
* If sign-up occurs after the deadline, jerseys may still be available in limited quantities. Club members do not qualify for the free jersey if they received one in 2020 or 2021.
** Some exclusions may apply. Please email rideclub@woodcockcycle.com for details.
Be prepared. Pack the essentials.
Fluids & Snacks
Rides can take up to 2 hours. Bring enough fluids to consume about 500 ml/h and a snack that's easily packable, digestible, high in sugars.
Proper Clothing & Lights
You must wear a helmet. In addition, wearing weather appropriate clothing that keeps you dry, cool, and protected in the event of a crash is highly recommended.
Emergency Repair Kit
Flats happen to the best of us. Please ensure that you have a tube, multi-tool, tire levers and inflation device at a minimum in the event of a mechanical failure during the ride.
Read more about Ride Club etiquette HERE.
*Ride Leaders reserve the right to turn away anyone who is deemed unprepared before a ride or is exhibiting unsafe behavior on a ride.*
Email us with any questions, and let us know what rides you are interested in. You'll get valuable updates about starting points, route changes and cancellations.