VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

Canadian National Cyclocross Championship – Nov 30-Dec 1

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Our friends of SORCE, Daryl-Evans Racing (http://www.daryl-evansracing.com/), and Cycling BC, are hosting the Canadian CX Championships and the BC Grand Prix of CX. (http://www.cyclingcanada.ca/sport/cyclo-cross/events/type-of-event/canadian-championships/2013-canadian-cyclo-cross-championships/)

Last years race was at SSBP and attended by Olympians; Geoff Kabush, Catherine Pendrel and Emily Batty.  http://www.flickr.com/photos/formulaphoto/8195430870/in/photostream/

For 2013 the course is adjacent South Surrey Bike Park and we need volunteers to help with set-up, marshalling and cleanup.
Any help is greatly appreciated, whether for a couple hours or a whole day.

Thursday Nov 28 - unload container at SSBP into moving truck and build stairs at the venue - afternoon and evening
Friday Nov 29 - set-up race course and all venue facilities - 7am-6pm
Saturday Nov 30 - course marshalling 8am-5pm
Sunday Dec 1 - course marshalling 8am-5pm
Sunday Dec 1 - course clean-up 5pm-finish
Monday Dec 2 - re-load container at SSBP and final course clean-up 9am-finish
Course marshals and workers on Sat and Sun will receive a ticket for a free lunch. Snacks on other days.


  Contact: Jeff Hanninen <This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.>

Calling all volunteers: We need a hand at Invergarry Bike Park this Sunday @10am. Delicious lunch and drinks will be provided by SORCE

Alpine Bike Parks(ABP) has been busy in Invergarry bike park on the rebuild of the Shovel Buster trail. ABP has installed six flow form trail features down the jump trail.They have also included a huge satelite dish as a focalpoint of the newly redesigned trail.

Our goal is to help with the final stages of construction on Shovel Buster.  Everyone is welcome, no experience necessary. We have fun jobs for all! Please wear appropriate footwear and make sure to dress for the weather. The trail day will be guided by Alpine's crew and members of SORCE so come lend a hand!

We look forward to seeing you there!

2014 SORCE Executive Positions

Would you like to a part SORCE in an executive position? Please volunteer (or nominate a friend!) by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. before November 25. Below is the full list of positions. There is something for everyone!

This event is open to SORCE members and Non-members

Doors @630 AGM meeting 7-8 followed by drinks at Central CIty Brew Pub & Restaurant for membership party.

Sign up for 2014 membership for a chance to win 1 of 10 SORCE jerseys!

City Centre Library

10350 University Drive,
Surrey, BC V3T 4B8

SORCE bike club was in the South Surrey Bike Park planting native trees and shrubs. The weather was about as rainy as it gets here on the coast of BC. But that didn't stop SORCE from getting out there with shovels. The focus was on repairing the many areas of the forest that have sustained damage through trail braiding. We planted a lot of salal, ferns, wild rose, vine maple, salmon berries and simon berries in the areas most affected by the trail braids. -more photos on the dirtwest blog

A successful forest restoration day at Invergarry Park on Oct 12, 2013

South Surrey Bike Park – Tree & Shrub Planting Day

Show some LOVE . . . . for your urban forest
Saturday, November 2 – 9:30 am to noon.

The City of Surrey, volunteers from SORCE, and the Sunnyside Acres Heritage Society, will be planting native trees and shrubs in the South Surrey Bike Park.  Many areas of our forest have sustained damage through trail braiding and we will be repairing and restoring those areas to their natural condition.  

This is a great event for forest walkers and cyclist of all ages. It is an awesome way to make new friends and a chance to give back to your community. So show some LOVE for your urban forest. Hope to see you there!

We will have coffee, muffins and other refreshments.
Bring gloves.
Meet at the picnic table.

From the City of Surrey Site:

Plant the next shrub or tree in Surrey parks and along boulevards. We'll provide the plants, shovels, and instruction - you just have to bring your love for beautifying our City and enhancing the trees in Surrey!
Since 1991, volunteers have planted over 10,000 trees throughout Surrey. Thousands of volunteers have made an impact, like

Habitat Enhancement Planting

Plant native trees and shrubs in Surrey parks. By planting, you'll give wildlife valuable food and shelter, and boost biodiversity in parks and natural areas.
When we plant: Every October. Open to all ages.
How to get involved: Find out which parks we're working on at 604-501-5158 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

More info on the City of Surrey Releaf program here

The last Twoonie Race in the SORCE/Shed bike club race series wrapped up yesterday at the Delta Watershed. The course was a massive 10km loop and there was 2 categories to race in, either a 10km intermediate or 20km advanced race.
We had another great turnout of riders to this event. The Watershed was in full fall colour and conditions stayed foggy the whole day but trails were in prime shape and everyone had a great time! There are nearly 200 photos on the dirtwest blog>> lots of photos of riders on course, the prize giveaways and the apres party and race winners are toward the bottom of the page. Enjoy and see you next year! Thanks again to the organizers, volunteers, racers and keep in mind SORCE will be having an AGM in late November, we look forward to seeing you there!

RESULTS HERE 

PHOTOS HERE

Big thanks to SORCE/Shed bike club twoonie race sponsors South Surrey Cycles, Rocky Cycle, Norco Bicycles and Central City Brewers and Distillers!

Webscorer - race registration,
race timing, race results

The last Twoonie Race in the SORCE/Shed bike club race series is coming up fast. So fast in fact, its THIS Sunday October 20 at the Delta watershed (directions on the bike parks page). The course is a 10km loop and as always there will be three categories to race in: beginner intermediate and advanced. We expect a good turnout to this event so if you haven't been out for the other races, this is the twoonie race to come to!

RACE 10am

On site registration starts at 9am, however help us volunteers out and preregister on the button above. It helps us know how much food/drink to supply and gives us more time in the morning for twiddling our thumbs:)

Toonie Race Details

Sunday, October 20th - Twoonie Race - The season finale !!!! Registration in the Meadow at 9:00am race at 10:00am sharp - This is a multi lap / mass start race on a fantastic 10km loop ripping through the best trails the Shed has to offer. Total race distance depends on race category - we will have individual and team categories (for those who want to participate, but dont want to race the full 30km) This will be the finale with prizes and a SERIES winner announced with awards !!!!!!!

Anyone participating in any event must be either a member of the Shed Bike Club, OR, a member of SORCE. Membership is available on site and is a mere $20.00 - This covers your race insurance for all SBC and SORCE twoonie races !!!

Register online at http://www.webscorer.com/register?raceid=13868

We also need marshals for the event. If you are able to volunteer, please contact us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or through facebook!

The SORCE bike club was out in force today helping plant some native trees and shrubs in Invergarrry Park. Big thanks to Fay and Roberto from the City of Surrey for guiding the volunteers! SORCE provided food and refreshments for the hard working crew. Lots of Cedars, Alders, Salmon berries and other native species were planted in the area across the path from the pump track. The family friendly event completed the planting that started last year in the same area. Some of the Volunteers took a well earned break on the pump track including SORCE president Jordan. More photos here

With the US government currently shut down, we figured a letter from the President might be in order:

Fellow riders,

The end of the season is rapidly approaching and so far it has been an amazing year for SORCE and the Surrey riding community.

Our Parks:

South Surrey Bike Park:

Thanks to the tireless efforts of Vince Saumuels and Peter Falizsewski the new flow trail at SSBP is almost complete and absolutely the most fun a person can have on two wheels. With the fall weather approaching trail building season is now upon us, trail days coming soon.

We are also currently working on a plan with the city to try and revitalize the large set of jumps and the pumptrack in the DJ area, construction is tentatively set for mid to late october, more updates coming soon... read more...

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