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NSORRA Rec Ride series kicks off in Debert
It’s summertime and the woods are calling. Grab your dirt bike and join other NSORRA members on the trails!
Now in its second year, this rec ride series, sponsored by Beta Canada and RPM Cycle, has been designed to provide NSORRA riders with an opportunity to connect and tour trails that they may otherwise not have the opportunity to see.
These rides will be led by seasoned riders. Volunteers will be assisting along the route with technical issues, first aid, and to provide coaching or support in terrain that may be unfamiliar to riders.
All rides are scheduled for Saturdays with Sundays being the rain date.
Two route options
There will be two routes for each ride day:
- The morning route will be for BEGINNERS who are comfortable with riding on varied woods terrain.
- The second is for INTERMEDIATE or more confident riders who are comfortable with a longer and more technical terrain.
See NSORRA Events page for more details and signup.
Details
Cost: $20 per adult, $15 per youth (6 to 18 years of age) or $50 per family
Dates & Locations:
23 July – Debert Tour: Canso Crescent, Debert (hosted by Shereef Elkoshairi and Neil Jennings
September TBC – Valley Tour
08 October – Wentworth Tour (hosted by Neil Jennings)
Requirements:
- NSORRA memberships are required for insurance purposes.
- It is each rider's responsibility to be compliant with the NS OHV Act.
- Youth under 16 must be supervised by an adult as per the NS OHV Act
Ride Day
09:30 Beginner Ride Check In: All morning riders will check in to ensure an accurate count for the ride.
10:00 Beginner Ride Safety Meeting and Start: Safety and etiquette will be reviewed for the ride. Lead and sweep riders will be introduced and an orientation to the trail will be given so all riders understand what is to come on the morning ride. Ride will commence with lead and sweep riders in place to assist/coach as needed.
12:00 Picnic Lunch: All riders are asked to bring a picnic lunch. The morning ride will end prior to the start of lunch, allowing riders to use the bathroom gear down as needed and socialize with the other riders.
NOTE: The Debert rec ride location is across from a Tim Horton’s so feel free to support local business!
1:00 Intermediate Ride Check In: All afternoon riders will check in to ensure an accurate count for the ride.
1:15 Intermediate Ride Safety Meeting and Start: Safety and etiquette will be reviewed for the ride. Lead and sweep riders will be introduced and an orientation to the trail will be given so all riders understand what is to come on the afternoon ride. Ride will commence with lead and sweep riders in place to assist/coach as needed.
4:00 Ride ends: The ride will end around 4:00, however afternoon ride times will vary based on location and group preference/ability.
We are looking forward to this exciting new opportunity to connect with our community. So get your NSORRA memberships, grab your family and friends, and join us for some riding fun!
