Crazy! Thanks for update @singleandfixed and pictures @carpetbomber Looks like reroute is possible but we’re running out of dirt and real-estate at Metro Ridge. May need a bridge there down the road. Let’s hope it all holds up through the spring.

The Agreement Forest was all-time today. Finally some proper winter riding!

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Rolled the dice on unicorn conditions at Turkey Point this past Monday. Stayed over and got a big dump of snow on Tuesday but it was totally worth it. Riding in a jersey on dirt in January is just what the doctor ordered.

Happy new year to all you awesome RFG members. Cheers!

Hey @sangerasong Thanks for owning up to this. My apologies for using the word douche, I wouldn’t have done so had I known it was you. You’re a good guy and I know your intentions are good.

Just as a general rule, you never remove someone else’s work. If there is some safety concern, sure, but generally you would ask the community before…[Read more]

We’re really lucking-out on this cold with no snow snap situation. Trails are firm with not a lot of ruts or damage. Some trees down but a little beaver has just taken care of those. Just about everything is rolling. Please stay off when it’s soft and things should stay stellar for the foreseeable future.

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Was getting tired of the frozen ground with no snow situation we’ve had thus far, so pulled the trigger on a trip to Durham. I definitely got the winter wonderland I was after. Lots of snow, some ice, but great overall. I rode with studs, which did save me when pushing it, but riders will be fine without if cautions.

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Today I had the absolute pleasure of riding with Iohan Gueorguiev, The Bike Wanderer If you haven’t already done so, I highly recommend you watch his incredible See The World series on YouTube. Iohan has ridden his fully loaded bike across the world, sharing some of the most epic scenery and trails an adventure seeker could dream of. He has i…[Read more]

Nice upgrades @blurredlines You are getting great use out of that beast. Hopefully we get to play in the snow a few times together this winter.

I’ve got my same Pivot Les Fat, which i still love. Havnet made the move to 650b, still on 26×4″ and 26×5″ depending on the conditions. Also really liked the Hayduke with studded Wrathchild for those…[Read more]

Welcome to RFG @matthew_kadey Congrats on the success of the inaugural BT700. Several members and friends accepted the challenge this year and all reported good things. @nyby ‘s amazing report has me even more fired up.

Many of the connections and routes I have discovered over the years, such as the Dingle, are incorporated in the BT700 loop.…[Read more]

Just got word that Dufferin Forest has been partially groomed. Should be great with this cold snap.

Snow is gone at Turkey Point and the trails have bounced back well. I’m heading down for a few days of riding tomorrow. All welcome if anyone wants to join. Hunting season is closing down so the full 80km loop should be possible.

Hey @singleandfixed

I have used those Planet Bike fenders before but wasn’t sure the 65mm max width would clear a 2.35″ 29″ tire.

I liked them on my Jake the Snake but there wasn’t much clearance even then with a 32mm tire. I like to ride on dirt and much as possible and actually had the fender crumple after scrubbing the tire bouncing through…[Read more]

Trails are a mess with this recent thaw and rain. Some networks are handling it better than others but it’s probably best to not rut things up ahead of the next freeze. Don’t be that guy.

I decided to hop on the Fargo and try my regular 50km urban loop. Was surprised to see so much ice and slush, mostly on the paved sections. The dirt…[Read more]

Durham seems to be running well as is Dufferin. Neither are groomed at this point but should be after this dump.

Ready your fat bike and studded winter tires!

Time to close the spring/summer thread and start sharing fall/winter trail conditions so we can all make the most of our time riding.

Thanks to all who contribute here.

Happy trails.

For others who would like to report issues using Trailforks, I would recommend adding the report then cross posting here, I’m one if the TF admin and can embed the map here. It would be appreciated if you could also direct others here from the web and on the trail for discussions and maintenance as this is where things get done. A report on TF…[Read more]

I believe this is the section of trail in question. I may get out for a ride tomorrow and can scope it. I can then try to come back in with my chainsaw provided its manageable. You could also try 311 but as this is an unsanctioned trail so they are not guaranteed to respond.

Etobicoke Creek North (West Side) on Trailforks.com

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While the riding season is far from over, I’ve begun my off -season training. This summer was pretty awesome and for the first time, I kept one strength session a week in my program. I did this to preserve strength and lean mass while I binged on rides nearly everyday. I’m happy to report that it worked and my lean mass has remained the same…[Read more]

Thanks for the details and update @marley Cant believe I have to miss another one of these.

Have fun everyone. Look forward to seeing your pics Chris!

Thanks for tackling those @sangerasong I haven’t been in the Matheson loop since the spring. I’m back from Ottawa next week and hope to duck in there. I have a battery operated leaf blower as well.

What most of the trails really need though, is the brush cut back.