Road cycling trips near our ontario and western canada stores

Difficulty: Beginner and intermediate

Gatineau, across the river from Canada’s Parliament buildings, is where the Voyageurs Pathway begins at Parc de la Francophonie and continues past Parc Portageurs. This riverside trail connects with the Voyageur Cycling Route that goes all the way to Sudbury. The trail follows the path of the Voyageurs along the waterways that supported transportation and trade for thousands of years. This route celebrates the strong connection between the land and its people.

You can also ride into Ottawa to visit Parliament Hill. The National Capital Region is criss-crossed by the Capital Pathway network.

Highlights: Make sure to plan a visit to nearby Gatineau Park. The climb to Lac Fortune is beautiful and challenging. Climbing up to Champlain Lookout takes some extra leg effort, but offers a gorgeous view.

Total distance: 30 km (Voyageur Pathway), 645 km (Voyageur Cycling Route to Sudbury)

“Voyageurs Pathway is a really beautiful beginner trail. You get views of Parliament as it follows the Ottawa River, it's one of my favourite places to ride and take new cyclists. I have plenty of photos and videos of it.”
- Fraser Harvey Ridout, Decathlon Ottawa

Difficulty: Beginner and intermediate

From Decathlon Brampton, head south towards the airport. This is a mostly paved pathway that runs parallel to the Etobicoke Creek that’s great for hybrid or road bikes. A short loop that allows you to avoid traffic, this is a combination cycling, scenic, and natural trail that links parklands and suburban areas on both sides of the creek.

Highlights: Lake Ontario waterfront, a beach at Marie Curtis park which also has a splash pad and playground for kids.

Tip: Stop for refreshments in Brampton's downtown. Also, you can travel north into Caledon to get closer to nature.

Total distance: 20 km

“Great day trip on a hybrid bike. A short loop, out of traffic and by the river.”
- David, Decathlon Canada

Difficulty: Beginner, intermediate, and advanced

Decathlon teammates love Calgary and its proximity to the Rockies, so here are three routes recommended by our teammate Craig.

PATHWAY NETWORK:
“For a beginner’s route, I'd suggest the city’s amazing bike paths. With over 900 km of dedicated pathways, there are lots to choose from (it’s North America’s most extensive urban bikeway). Personally, I'd suggest riding around Glenmore Reservoir or from downtown out toward Bowness park depending on how far your legs carry you.”

MILLARVILLE / TURNER LOOP:
“This is a beautiful 40 km loop, not far from South Calgary that can easily be extended if you are looking for more of a challenge either by heading west toward Bragg Creek or south to Turner Valley and Black Diamond.”

HIGHWOOD PASS:
“For those looking for a real challenge. Highwood Pass is a little further away but climbs the highest paved pass in Canada. If you ride from the north it’s a little shorter and steeper, from the south it’s longer and gentler. Both offer amazing views and a beautiful climb.”
- Craig, Decathlon Calgary