Niagara Freewheelers Bicycle Touring Club

Welcome to the Niagara Freewheelers

If you’ve been thinking of joining the Freewheelers, NOW is a good time to do it! You don’t have to wait until spring. Purchase your membership anytime in September or October, and you can join Club rides immediately and then ride for the 2026 cycling season. What a bargain – just $30 a year for a single membership or $45 for a family! Join one of our rides and you’ll be glad you did! Remember to carry your identification, health card, current emergency contact information, and pertinent medical information when you are cycling.

Annual DEBRA Canada Ride for EB - September 27

The 10th Annual Ride for EB event (in support of DEBRA Canada) is taking place on September 27th in Niagara. The day will begin at Kingsbridge Park, Chippawa with the ride route travelling along the very picturesque Niagara Parkway to Fort Erie and back (60 km). Registration is from 11 am to noon. The ride begins at noon sharp!

The first DEBRA chapter was founded in the UK by a group of parents whose children were affected by Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB). From these humble origins, DEBRA has grown significantly with DEBRA groups now established under the umbrella of DEBRA International in over 40 countries around the world. DEBRA Canada is a voluntary, registered, non-profit organization dedicated to providing support for families affected by Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB) and to increasing Canadians’ awareness of this challenging disease. DEBRA Canada is the only organizational body in Canada exclusively committed to the care and support of families affected by EB and to improving their quality of life.

Freewheelers Circle Route 2 - South - September 28

Here’s your last chance this season to complete the Circle Route, riding counterclockwise/south up the canal! We have some great news for all of you ‘C’ riders. Janet Rivers has volunteered to lead a ‘C’ pace group on the 1/2 circle route – 87 km! There will now be 3 pace groups – ‘A’, ‘B’ and ‘C’! Choose your group and your start location. It will be a fun day. You CAN do it!

President's Message

Welcome to our website, which contains a lot of great information about cycling safety, the rides we offer throughout the Niagara area, social events and excursions, and a whole lot more! If you enjoy cycling and want to meet others who share your passion, I invite you to take a closer look at what our Club offers and consider becoming a member.

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The friendliest people on two wheels!

Established in 1991, the club schedules over 500 recreational road rides annually, with routes showcasing the beauty of the Niagara area and beyond. With over 300 members, the club is a volunteer-run organization whose success is due to its dedicated members who plan and lead rides, and organize social events and special cycling excursions.

Come join us for the riding, the fun, and the friendship!

Ride Cancellations/Change Policy

Note: Weather-related ride cancellations do not usually appear as ‘cancelled’ in the Ride Schedule.

Prior to attending a ride, check the Ride Schedule for a possible last minute change!

Road Closures in Niagara

Pelham Road Rehabilitation

It is the responsibility of each member to monitor the St. Catharines AQHI, with the understanding that when the Air Quality Health Index is high risk (7 or above) and an Air Quality Alert has been issued by Environment Canada, all rides are automatically cancelled. Rides will resume once the air quality alert has been lifted. During periods of moderate risk, Tour Leaders and members will make their own decision about riding based on how they may be affected by the air quality.