Group Rides
Joining Steveston Velo means being part of a community built around safe, structured, and enjoyable riding across the Lower Mainland. Our trained ride leaders help create a supportive environment and ensure every rider finds the right group. All club rides are NO DROP.
Steveston Velo offers four ride groups based on skill, fitness, and pace. We host weekly rides on Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings.
Group Levels & Speeds (Average Pace):
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Group 1 (Espresso): 30+ km/h
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Group 2 (Macchiato): 27–30 km/h
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Group 3 (Cappuccino): 23–27 km/h
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Group 4 (Latte): 20–23 km/h
Speeds are based on the average pace over approximately 30 km on a relatively flat route. Actual speeds will vary depending on terrain and conditions. Riders may go faster at times (e.g. tailwinds or descents) and slower at times (e.g. climbs or headwinds).
Group Size & Ride Availability
Each ride group is capped at a maximum of 9 riders total (including the ride leader) to ensure safety and manageability.
There may be multiple rides within the same group level (e.g. multiple Group 2, 3, or 4 rides) depending on ride leader availability and route options. Riders must sign up for a specific ride in advance.
Distances & Progression
Ride distances vary by group and follow a structured progression throughout the season:
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Group 1–2: Typically longer rides, often 60–100+ km on Saturdays
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Group 3: Mid-distance rides that build progressively over the season
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Group 4: Starts with shorter rides (typically up to ~40 km) early season and gradually increases distance over time
Group 4 rides are intentionally shorter at the start of the season to support skill development, group riding confidence, and fitness progression before building toward longer distances later in the year.
Thursday Rides
Thursday rides are typically shorter efforts, generally ranging from 30–50 km depending on group and route. Rides start and finish from the waterfront park just south of Sanctuary Cafe in East Steveston. Early and late season rides require appropriate lights for safety.
Saturday Rides
Saturday rides are longer endurance-focused rides with distances varying by group and time of season. Most rides start from the waterfront park in East Steveston and include planned café stops. Some rides may feature alternate start locations to explore routes across the Lower Mainland.
Ride group leaders help match riders of similar ability and ensure a safe, enjoyable experience each session.
The primary focus of our group rides is to build fitness, improve group riding skills and etiquette, and create a fun, safe riding environment.
Important: All ride details, including routes, distances, start locations, and sign-up, are managed through the Cyql app. Riders must sign up in advance to participate.
