Come Ride With Us!
The Ottawa Bicycle Club offers high-quality cycling opportunities for riders of all ages so you can build skills, stay active, and enjoy a lifelong love of the sport.
Youth programs include a development stream for riders who are just starting out, as well as a racing stream for those interested in competition.
Adult programs include group rides for experienced cyclists who want to maintain or improve fitness, plus individual time trials for riders looking for an extra challenge.
Take advantage of our programming and become an OBC member today.
Rideau Lakes Cycle Tour
The OBC’s largest and best-known event is the Rideau Lakes Cycle Tour (RLCT), normally held the second weekend in June, where cyclists of all levels ride through picturesque countryside between Ottawa and Kingston.
The RLCT has attracted up to 2000 cyclists from all over North America for an unforgettable cycling experience.
Youth
OBC runs youth development and racing programs that have helped produce nationally ranked competitors. We structure the Youth Program to support athletes and families, while delivering high-quality coaching.
Racing
If you love gravel, join OBC’s Almonte Paris-Roubaix Cyclosportif each spring. If you prefer smoother roads, you can also race the clock in our weekly time trials: Tuesdays (women’s-only) and Thursdays (open) evenings.
Education
OBC offers clinics that help members ride safely in a group with more skill, confidence, and enjoyment. For safety, new members must complete a free half-day Group Riding Clinic before their first OBC group ride, so they learn core group riding techniques.
Social Events
Club socials help members connect off the bike. You can chat casually, share experiences, and pick up helpful tips from other riders—all in a relaxed setting.
