Annapolis Valley Cycling Development Programs
Valley Devo 2026 Programs Coming Soon!!!!!
Hop On
We are pleased to share we have been selected by @CyclingCanada to receive @SportCanada funds for the development of HopOn programming in 2025-2026. This important funding will improve access to cycling in the Annapolis Valley. Valley Devo is aimed at helping remove barriers to participation for equity-deserving groups.
Thank you Cycling Canada and Sport Canada for this crucial support of community-based programming.
Ready to ride with us? Learn more about our HopOn program here: valley.devo@gmail.com
Nous sommes heureux d’annoncer que nous avons été sélectionnés par @CyclingCanada pour recevoir des fonds @SportCanada pour le développement de la programmation HopOn en 2025-2026. Cet important financement améliorera l’accès au cyclisme dans la vallée de l’Annapolis. Valley Devo vise à aider à éliminer les obstacles à la participation des groupes qui méritent d’être mis en valeur.
Merci à Cyclisme Canada et Sport Canada pour ce soutien crucial envers les programmes cyclistes pour la communauté.
Prêts à rouler avec nous? Apprenez-en plus sur le programme Embarquez ici : valley.devo@gmail.com
Rule of 3 Canada
GPX Files
Rule Of 3 - SHORT 60kms (2025)
https://www.trailforks.com/ridelog/planner/view/604408/
Rule Of 3 - MEDIUM 100kms (2025)
https://www.trailforks.com/ridelog/planner/view/603927/
Rule Of 3 - LONG 120kms (2025)
https://www.trailforks.com/ridelog/planner/view/604423/
Above are links to the Trailforks routes for each of the 3. You can download the .GPX files themselves and use them in their own app of choice.
Or here they are in a shared google drive:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1hxeTyQNLFWrdelgDYz00eW-coP35PgkW?usp=sharing
Rule of 3 Canada
Tarmac | Gravel | Singletrack – Everything and Anything
The Ultimate Annapolis Valley Adventure Ride
Sunday, July 13, 2025
9:30 AM Start – King’s Arms Pub, Downtown Kentville
Presented by Valley Devo & Banks Bikes
Join us for a full-send day on the bike — a true mix of tarmac, gravel, and singletrack in one of Nova Scotia’s most scenic regions. Ride solo or as a team of 2 or 3. Rain or shine, the ride rolls!
Course Options:
Long Course: ~123 km | 1,500 m climbing
Open roads, active gravel, punchy singletrack. Expect ~6 hours of riding for most, with the fastest finishing around 5 hours.
Medium: Course: ~103 km
A slightly friendlier version, cutting out ~25 km from the full route.
Small Course-60km
Included with Registration ($60):
Two stocked Feed Zones (drop bag/snack support)
Morning coffee to fuel the start
Strava GPX file for route navigation
Finisher food box
2 Support vehicles on route (cell numbers provided)
Post-ride hangout at King's Arms Pub (meals and drinks available for purchase)
Important Info:
Open course: All roads and trails are active — intersections and crossings must be treated with caution.
All riders must follow road and trail rules — safety is the top priority.
Price increases after July 8th, so register early!
Register here: https://zone4.ca/event/2025/beK4ed/
Kentville MTB race weekend
Kentville MTB Race Weekend
Short Track XCC May 24th
The Credit Union Rec Complex, please park at the Sand Pit
Fees:
U9 M/F, U11 M/F, U13 M/F, U15 M/F, U17 M/F, Category 3 (Beginner) M/F
$10
Category 2 (Sport) M/F, Category 1 (Expert. Canada Games) M/F
$15
Categories:
U9 M/F, U11 M/F, U13 M/F, U15 M/F, Category 3 (Beginner) M/F
2:00pm, 15-minute race
U17 M/F, Category 2 (Sport) M/F, Expert F
2:30, 20- minute Race
Category 1 (Expert) M
3:00pm, 30-minute race
A Cycling Nova Scotia or UCI racing license is required to race
Cross-Country XCO May 25th
The Sand Pit, Gary Pearl Dr. Kentville
Fees:
U9 M/F, U11 M/F, U13 M/F, U15 M/F, U17 M/F, Category 3 (Beginner) M/F
$15
Category 2 (Sport) M/F, Category 1 (Expert, Canada Games) M/F
$25
A Cycling Nova Scotia or UCI racing license is required to race.
Categories:
10am Start Block | Morning Loop | Awards 11:30am
U9 M/F, U11 M/F, U13 M/F, U15 M/F, Category 3 (Beginner) M/F
Noon Start Block | Noon Loop | Awards 2pm
U17 M/F, Category 2 (Sport) M/F, Category 1 (Expert Canada Games), M/F
Registration: https://zone4.ca/register.asp?id=38585
Valley Short Track 2025
Valley Short Track Series/XCC
Dates:
Thursday Nights:
May 1, 15, 29 @ Credit Union Rec Complex, Kentville
June 12,26 @ The Sand Pit, Gary Pearl Dr. Kentville
Prizing will be brought to you by local farmers!
Fees:
U9 M/F, U11 M/F, U13 M/F,U15 M/F, U17 M/F, Category 3 (Beginner) M/F
$25 for the 5-race series or $10 per race
Category 2 (Sport) M/F, Category 1 (Expert) M/F
$50 for the 5-race series or $15 per race
20% Discount for HRM and Truro Racers
A Cycling Nova Scotia or UCI racing license is required to race
Categories:
U9 M/F, U11 M/F, U13 M/F, U15 M/F, Category 3 (Beginner) M/F
6:00pm, 20-minute race
U17 M/F, Category 2 (Sport) M/F, Category 1 (Expert) M/F
6:30pm, 30-minute race
Registration:
https://zone4.ca/register.asp?id=38486&lan=1&cartlevel=1
Contact: valley.devo@gmail.com
Sanctioned and Approved by Cycling Nova Scotia
Mid Valley Gravel Fondo
Mid-Valley Gravel Fondo – Sunday, June 8th, 2025 10:00am
Start Location: Michelin Plant Social Club, 940 Randolph Road, Cambridge, NS
Join us for a mixed-surface ride through the beautiful Annapolis Valley, combining Rails to Trails, active gravel roads, tarmac, and more. Two groups. One great day on the bike.
Start Time:
All riders roll out together for a neutral 20 km start — relaxed, social, and scenic.
Ride Options:
• Group 1 – Gnasher Group (90 km): For those ready to push the pace.
• Group 2 – Cruising (90 km): For those looking for a steady, scenic spin.
Rider Requirements:
All riders must carry:
• A cell phone
• A spare tube and inflation system
• A GPS Unit for the route
Registration Requirements:
• Valid Cycling NS Membership is required. Sign up at: www.cyclingns.ca
• No membership? Purchase a One Event Membership for $15 at sign-in.
Route for Download and Registration:
Race Squad 2025
2025 Valley Devo
Annapolis Valley Cycling Programs
Race Squad:
This group is more advanced than the regular Valley Devo Program and will meet on Thursdays from 6-8 pm and Sunday 11-1 for 12 weeks.
The program will consist of training for XCC and XCO racing.
During the weeks of short track and Provincial races, the sessions will consist of warm-up, race strategies ,full race support and a cool down.
The cost to participate is $250 and includes short track registration
UCI race licence required
Starting April 10th and ending June 29th
Location will be at The Rec Hub beside KCA
Perks include:
Full race support at all Atlantic MTB XCO races
15% off Bikes, Parts and Accessories @ Banks Bikes [conditions apply].
Nutrition and Hydration will be supported at all events and practices by Skratch Labs.
Access to team merchandise.
Online Registration will open early February @valleydevo.com
HST will be added at check-out
2025 Valley Devo Youth Program
2025 Valley Devo
Annapolis Valley Cycling Programs
Youth Program:
Full for 2025
We are excited to announce that we are having another year of Valley Devo this spring!
The program will run on Wednesdays from 6-7 pm for 12 weeks and will focus on skill development plus single-track riding.
The cost is $200 and includes a CNS Membership.
Riders must be capable of riding singletrack and for 1 hour.
8-14 years of age
Space this year will be limited to 20 riders.
April 9,16,23,30 May 7,14,21,28 June 4,11,18,25
Location will be at The Rec Hub beside KCA
Perks include:
15% off Bikes, Parts and Accessories @ Banks Bikes [conditions apply].
Online Registration will open early February