Manitoba Events Calendar

All events on this page are non sanctioned by the MCA and listed as a courtesy

Sanctioned MCA Races on the Race Calendar

If you have an event to list, contact the MCA at info@cycling.mb.ca   or call 925 5686

Event Name Date(s) Details

Manitoba Randonneurs Brevet Series
 		 Various, April through July A series of long distance endurance rides. Season commences in April and runs to July.  * Riders must be at least 18 years of age*  For further information contact Brian Leier at 896-0221  Event schedule here    leier@mts.net
RONA Multiple Sclerosis (M.S.) 150 
Pembina Valley Challenge
 		 May 31/June 1 2008 Fundraiser. Are you looking for a challenge? Join 149 other cyclists (Yes! Only 150 may register) and hit the hills in Southern Manitoba for the first-ever Pembina Valley Challenge. Begin in Notre Dame de Lourdes (just over an hour's drive from Winnipeg) and head through the valley to Morden, Manitoba. You'll enjoy all the rest stops and support that comes with all RONA MS Bike Tours. Day 1: 72 km, Day 2: 71km  All details and registration info on their website
 

Red Rock Bible Camp Cyclathon 38 June 2, 2007 Fundraiser. The cyclathon is a fund raising event to support the Red Rock Bible Camp summer program and to provide camperships for needy campers. It is a Special Event that is run by permission of the RCMP. Cyclists are fully supported en route by a host of volunteers who provide: snack, lunch, first aid, motor cycle escort, other escort vehicles, caution and directional signage, flag person direction at intersections, portable washrooms, bicycle repair and more. More info and registration on the Cyclathon website
 
Resource Conservation Manitoba Commuter Challenge June 3 to 9, 2007
 		 The Commuter Challenge is a workplace-based alternative transportation challenge. A friendly 5-day competition to see how many individuals in workplaces and schools in Winnipeg can adopt alternative forms of transportation to get where they're going. All details/contacts/entry information on their Website.
 

Olympia Cycle - Red Assiniboine 300 - 36 hours 300 miles  June 9 & 10, 2007 Long distance race. Website and Registration   Contact Olympia Cycle -  Paddy Hummeny - Tomek Jasiakiewicz
Bike the Interlake for MCC (Mennonite Central Committee) June 23, 2007
(Saturday)
(Registration deadline at end of May)		 Fundraiser. The annual MCC Bike the Interlake will take place on June 23 and 24, 2007. From Birds Hill Park to Hecla island. This 186 km route. begins at the East Beach of Birds Hill Park, and will cycle north to Selkirk and then on to the Goose Park at Petersfield. Enjoy the view along Lake Winnipeg as you cycle on to Gimli Bible Camp for the night. On Sunday cycle the remaining 90 kms passing through Hnausa, Riverton and ending at Hecla Island. Here enjoy a BBQ prepared by local MCC supporters. For more information and registration details visit their Website
 
Cycle Clear Lake for MCC (Mennonite
Central Committee)		 June 30, 2007
(Saturday)		 Fundraiser. Saturday, June 30, 2007. Cycle on the Clear Lake Trail, 34 km circling Clear Lake, in beautiful Riding Mountain National Park. The major part of the trail is single track through the boreal forest along the shore of the lake. More information and online registration on their Website.
 
Habitat for Humanity Ride  June 30 to July 14, 2007 Fundraiser. Averaging about 125 km per day Beginner to Athletic Recreation (i.e.. could be 20 km/h average or 36 - 40 km/h). It's not a race.  All meals, transportation and lodging are included in your trip. No extra hidden costs. Each rider is responsible for raising raising a predetermined amount of money. Website 
Olympia Cycle - Reach the Beach July 15, 2007 Long distance race/fundraiser. Tyndall Mb. to Grand Beach.  Full details including entry/pledge form and map.  Contact Olympia Cycle -  Paddy Hummeny - Tomek Jasiakiewicz
Muddy Waters 100  August 12, 2007
(Sunday)		 50km, 100 km, or 100 miles personal challenge ride.  Details on their Website
RONA Multiple Sclerosis (M.S.) 150 
Winnipeg-Gimli
 		 August 23/24, 2008
 		 Fundraiser, Winnipeg to Gimli and back.  A full service event, offering luggage transportation, rest stops, snacks/drinks, a social with full supper and entertainment on Saturday night, music and dancing, hot tubs, massages, you name it! Riders must raise a minimum in pledges. All money raised supports research into the cause and cure for Multiple Sclerosis and funds valuable services and programs for Manitobans living with MS. Registration and details on their Website
 
The Blocks Cycle XC8 - Saskatoon Sk, September 8, 2007
(Saturday)		 The Blocks Cycle XC8: 8 Hour Endurance Race is hosted by the Off Road Syndicate and is the only race of its kind in Saskatchewan. It's all about challenging yourself, having a great time, and it will be an experience you'll never forget. The race course is located in Buffalo Pound Provincial Park north of Moose Jaw, SK. The park has been a favourite of bikers for many years, and was the site of Canada Cup XC races in 2000 and 2002. Race solo or in open gender teams of 2 or 4. More info @ http://www.xc8.ca
 
RONA Multiple Sclerosis (M.S.) 150 
Riding Mountain Challenge 
 		 September 6/7, 2008 Fundraiser, the RMC is held in Riding Mountain National Park. Day One is primarily uphill with plenty of support if needed. Four rest stops and one water stop. Day Two is mostly downhill. Riders must raise a minimum in pledges. All money raised supports research into the cause and cure for Multiple Sclerosis and funds valuable services and programs for Manitobans living with MS. Further information registration and details on their Website  *Note: Registration for 2008 starts in January14, 2008 and fills very fast!  Updates on their Website
 

Head for the Hills Ride September 8, 2007
(Saturday)
 		 5th annual "Head for the Hills" fundraising bike ride on Saturday September 8, 2007. All ages are invited to raise funds for mental health recovery and join our 32 km. ride rolling farm roads and buff single-track along the escarpment south of Morden, MB. Full support along the ride with live band at the noon barbeque overlooking the Red River Valley. $20 registration includes T-shirt, plenty of food and excellent prizes including 2 bikes to the highest fundraisers. Challenge your body and your mind. All proceeds go to support the mental health recovery programs of Eden Health Care Services across Manitoba and Winnipeg. For registration and other details phone 204-325-5355, email: edenfdn@valleycable.com  or visit www.edenhealth.mb.ca.
 
Habitat for Humanity Winnipeg's Ride around the Lake September 13-16, 2007 Habitat for Humanity Winnipeg's inaugural Ride Around the Lake fundraiser: Join us September 13 - 16 for four days of scenic cycling as we make our way around Lake of the Woods. The route will take us from West Hawk scale, to Nestor Falls, to Kenora, and back. Each evening we will unwind in warm, welcoming, and comfortable lodges. Then, on the third night, the 2007 Ride Around the Lake sponsor, Qualico, will treat us to a cocktail reception! We still need cyclists to help fundraise. For more
details, please contact Sandy Hopkins by phone at (204)235-5160 or by e-mail at shopkins@habitat.mb.ca