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True North Cycles 20th Anniversary Party

Saturday, August 17th, 2013

True North Cycles hosted their 20th Anniversary Open House and Party today.

True North Cycles

The shop was open for viewing.

Cycling the Cataract Trail

A big group headed out for a ride on the nearby Cataract Trail.

Hugh shows the way

The ride was partly on the rail trail and partly on gravel roads.

Cargo bike

This cargo bike loaded with cold beverages was pedalled out to meet the riders on their return.

Cargo bike beers

Warm weather had finally returned to Southern Ontario. The roadside refreshments were greatly appreciated.

Smoker bike

This smoker bike cooked up a delicious meal for after the ride.

Atlas Human-Powered Helicopter – AHS Sikorsky Prize Flight

Thursday, July 11th, 2013

Congrats to AeroVelo for winning the Igor I. Sikorsky Human Powered Helicopter Competition. AeroVelo was officially awarded the prize after satisfying the following three criteria:

  1. Exceed 60 seconds duration.
  2. Exceed 3m in height.
  3. Remain within a 10m x 10m box.