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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #600 on: November 07, 2021, 08:19:23 AM »
If it had been the Carleton I could have walked over from work on my lunch wearing my Carleton shirt from when they sponsored our dodgeball team.

Maybe next time.

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #601 on: November 07, 2021, 10:25:37 AM »
If it had been the Carleton I could have walked over from work on my lunch wearing my Carleton shirt from when they sponsored our dodgeball team.

Maybe next time.

I am more than willing to also meet up at the Carleton!  @jambongris - which days do you work from the office?

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #602 on: November 07, 2021, 10:26:25 AM »

Looks like Wed, 24th @ noon.

We should probably make a reservation.   I can take care of that.

Thanks for taking care of that!  Looking forward to it.  Ed approves of the location, he likes the food there (as do I) and I'm sure he'll go beer shopping in their little store afterwards.

The 6 of us are booked 11:45 @ Mill Street - Wed Nov 24th.   (noon was already taken)

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #603 on: November 07, 2021, 04:16:28 PM »
The 6 of us are booked 11:45 @ Mill Street - Wed Nov 24th.   (noon was already taken)

Perfect, especially since I realized I have a volunteer committment later in the afternoon that I had forgotten about!  I'll be able to make both with the earlier start time at Mill St.

Sorry to hear you won't be able to make this one, Jambongris, maybe our next one will be at the Carleton.

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #604 on: November 08, 2021, 07:11:40 PM »
I know I'm a bit late to the party, but room for one more?

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #605 on: November 08, 2021, 07:19:19 PM »
I know I'm a bit late to the party, but room for one more?

Sure thing!

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #606 on: November 21, 2021, 06:24:55 PM »
I know I'm a bit late to the party, but room for one more?

Sure thing!

Hello, Those who have indicated that they are / want to attending - I have sent a PM via this forum.  Please confirm your attendance!

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #607 on: January 21, 2022, 07:46:59 AM »
If anyone wants to have a small say in improvements to the active transportation networks in Ottawa:

https://engage.ottawa.ca/transportation-master-plan/news_feed/active-transportation-candidate-projects-and-rural-network

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #608 on: March 21, 2022, 03:41:08 PM »
Would anyone here want to participate as a group for Cycle for CHEO. 15, 35 and 70k rides.

https://www.cncycle.ca/the-event/

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« Reply #609 on: March 22, 2022, 12:26:22 PM »
Would anyone here want to participate as a group for Cycle for CHEO. 15, 35 and 70k rides.

https://www.cncycle.ca/the-event/
That looks like a really nice route around the city on parkways with no cars. Unfortunately I’m training 6 days a week for the Ottawa half-marathon at the end of May and I think I would struggle to fit in a long bike ride that day.

I’ll think about it though. Maybe I can rearrange my training plan a bit.

At the very least, I’d be happy to donate to your team if you proceed.

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #610 on: March 23, 2022, 06:08:08 PM »
Would anyone here want to participate as a group for Cycle for CHEO. 15, 35 and 70k rides.

https://www.cncycle.ca/the-event/
Not very “sporty” but would donate to the cause!

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #611 on: April 30, 2022, 10:13:16 AM »
Would anyone here want to participate as a group for Cycle for CHEO. 15, 35 and 70k rides.

https://www.cncycle.ca/the-event/
Ran by the War Museum today and saw everything setup for Cycle for CHEO. Good luck tomorrow [mention]naturalhattrick [/mention]!

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #612 on: June 05, 2022, 04:16:07 AM »
Anyone thinking of another meetup anytime soon?

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #613 on: June 08, 2022, 06:24:17 AM »
Anyone thinking of another meetup anytime soon?

I think a meetup in Britannia Park would be great!  How anpbout we start off with the weekend of June 25/26?

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« Reply #614 on: June 11, 2022, 10:06:58 AM »
I could make that timeframe!

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« Reply #615 on: June 22, 2022, 10:48:13 AM »
I could make that timeframe!

Hey Biochem, I haven’t had any chance to organize anything on this.  Although if your still free, maybe we can meet at the Bierhalle on Scott?  @Bingeworker and Mr Ed might be available too.

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« Reply #616 on: June 22, 2022, 08:06:06 PM »
I could make that timeframe!

Hey Biochem, I haven’t had any chance to organize anything on this.  Although if your still free, maybe we can meet at the Bierhalle on Scott?  @Bingeworker and Mr Ed might be available too.

Scott and Carruthers, correct?

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« Reply #617 on: June 22, 2022, 08:11:38 PM »
I could make that timeframe!

Hey Biochem, I haven’t had any chance to organize anything on this.  Although if your still free, maybe we can meet at the Bierhalle on Scott?  @Bingeworker and Mr Ed might be available too.

Scott and Carruthers, correct?


Yes!  If we do Sunday, the mugs are a wee bit cheaper.   

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« Reply #618 on: June 23, 2022, 05:01:11 PM »
I could make that timeframe!

Hey Biochem, I haven’t had any chance to organize anything on this.  Although if your still free, maybe we can meet at the Bierhalle on Scott?  @Bingeworker and Mr Ed might be available too.

Scott and Carruthers, correct?


Yes!  If we do Sunday, the mugs are a wee bit cheaper.

Ok.  I have to be non-commital, but I'll try and make it.

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #619 on: June 25, 2022, 07:45:29 AM »
I could make that timeframe!

Hey Biochem, I haven’t had any chance to organize anything on this.  Although if your still free, maybe we can meet at the Bierhalle on Scott?  @Bingeworker and Mr Ed might be available too.
@BiochemicalDJ @Bingeworker @scottish

A friend just tested positive for covid.  My exposure was minimal, but out of an abundance of caution, I won’t be coming out to play tomorrow.  Sad face.

Scott and Carruthers, correct?


Yes!  If we do Sunday, the mugs are a wee bit cheaper.

Ok.  I have to be non-commital, but I'll try and make it.

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #620 on: June 27, 2022, 09:19:57 AM »
Sorry I missed the replies- I definitely don't spend enough time on the forum in any way. Would still like to meet up sometime in the next few weeks!
Do you have my alternate contact information still? If not, message me and I'll be happy to send!

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #621 on: July 08, 2022, 03:28:54 AM »
I missed the post as well.  Though by chance I was at Britannia beach for 6 hours on the 25th... With fellow mustachieans as well..

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #622 on: July 11, 2022, 08:37:22 PM »
I can't tell from the previous posts if we actually missed a meetup for not - I was biking through the corner of Britannia Park today where we sometimes meet and thought of the group!  I'm subscribed to this forum but it's not reliable at sending notices of new posts.  If there is a meetup coming up, we'll try to go.

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #623 on: August 16, 2022, 05:09:50 PM »
I can't tell from the previous posts if we actually missed a meetup for not - I was biking through the corner of Britannia Park today where we sometimes meet and thought of the group!  I'm subscribed to this forum but it's not reliable at sending notices of new posts.  If there is a meetup coming up, we'll try to go.

It didn’t happen, but that does  ot mean it shouldn’t!

Mid September?  How would everyone feel about that?

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #624 on: August 16, 2022, 07:07:32 PM »
Great idea. To my great chagrin, I'm not retired yet, so would be available weekends only. Sigh.

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« Reply #625 on: August 16, 2022, 07:58:04 PM »
I can't tell from the previous posts if we actually missed a meetup for not - I was biking through the corner of Britannia Park today where we sometimes meet and thought of the group!  I'm subscribed to this forum but it's not reliable at sending notices of new posts.  If there is a meetup coming up, we'll try to go.

It didn’t happen, but that does  ot mean it shouldn’t!

Mid September?  How would everyone feel about that?

Life will be freer for me in september! Might be able to make it

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #626 on: August 16, 2022, 08:04:30 PM »
We'd be up for it.  We're around until Sept 18th, and then away in Chicago for a week, returning on the 25th.

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« Reply #627 on: August 17, 2022, 01:05:59 PM »
I'll be back from Newfoundland in September

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« Reply #628 on: September 09, 2022, 02:25:09 PM »
Hey folks, I'm back!

Also, I'm selling two e-bikes. They'll go quickly once I list them, so I thought I would give MMM Ottawa folks first crack at them if anyone wants an e-bike.

PM me if interested.

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #629 on: September 09, 2022, 07:49:19 PM »
I'm in.  For a mmmeetup, not the ebikes.

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #630 on: September 22, 2022, 09:33:57 AM »
I’m up for a meet up as well. I’ve never been to a meet up before and would love to meet other members of the community.

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« Reply #631 on: September 22, 2022, 10:22:22 AM »
I have occasional time!

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #632 on: September 25, 2022, 09:58:33 PM »
I'd also be interested in a fall meetup.

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #633 on: June 15, 2023, 09:42:57 AM »
Hey everyone,

I'm raising money for the SickKids Foundation, through the Great Cycling Challenge. My goal is to raise $500 and to cycle 400km throughout August. Any contribution will receive an official donation tax slip. Here's my page if you would like to donate:


Thanks a lot!
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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #634 on: June 23, 2023, 02:30:42 PM »
MMM Ottawa Hiking and Cycling Social Club

Weekday hikes most weeks this summer.

Weekend rides most weekends.

Starting next week.

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #635 on: September 14, 2023, 08:55:28 PM »
Who's up for an Ottawa MMMeetup?

(That's all I've got...just checking for signs of life 😂)

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #636 on: September 14, 2023, 09:31:24 PM »
I am up for a meetup.

Where are you thinking?  Somewhere bus / bike accessible would work for me.

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« Reply #637 on: September 15, 2023, 05:25:32 AM »
I am up for a meetup.

Where are you thinking?  Somewhere bus / bike accessible would work for me.

I'll be back in Ottawa October 6th

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« Reply #638 on: September 15, 2023, 06:30:25 AM »
I am up for a meetup.

Where are you thinking?  Somewhere bus / bike accessible would work for me.

I'll be back in Ottawa October 6th

October could definitely work!  I didn't have any particular date in mind, but weekends probably work best (sadly I haven't bought my freedom yet).  I would create a poll with all the possible weekends, but it doesn't look like the poll option is there?
So far, unbelievably, I don't seem to have anything going on on any of the October weekends.

In terms of where, I'm thinking somewhere more in the center of the city would work best for the majority (I'm out in Kanata...but I doubt that works best for most people).  I haven't been to one of the Ottawa Meetups before - having moved here just a few months before Covid hit - so I'll leave it up to those more experienced to pick the best place. 😊

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #639 on: September 15, 2023, 11:18:12 AM »
I'd also be interested in a meetup.
Weekends also work best for me.

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« Reply #640 on: September 15, 2023, 11:28:06 AM »
Days that finish in Y are best for me.

FIRE is hard on scheduling.

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« Reply #641 on: September 15, 2023, 03:41:36 PM »
I'm in.

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« Reply #642 on: September 15, 2023, 05:53:02 PM »
Most days will work for me, but some will not, and I won't know what they are for a few weeks when I get my new course schedule.

So uh...yeah...just plan and I'll probably make it.

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« Reply #643 on: September 16, 2023, 07:28:54 AM »
I think I'll be the opposite of Metalcat and say, "Just plan and I'll probably not make it." But I'll keep an eye out on details in case is does work out. Not because I don't want to attend but because my schedule is really erratic and planning anything is Highly Problematic lately. For one things, we're in the midst of moving. 
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« Reply #644 on: September 16, 2023, 05:13:24 PM »
Ed and I will try to make it, depending on when it is.  We're travelling a lot this fall so we're only in town around half the time between now and the end of November.

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #645 on: October 07, 2023, 08:43:17 PM »
I suppose we should pick a day before the snow falls. What are thoughts on the 15th or 22nd?

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« Reply #646 on: October 08, 2023, 06:46:57 AM »
Ed and I are currently free either of those dates.

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Re: Ottawa -- Let's MMMeetup!
« Reply #647 on: October 08, 2023, 07:02:11 AM »
I suppose we should pick a day before the snow falls. What are thoughts on the 15th or 22nd?

Available on the 22nd, the 15th if it is a late evening event (after 6pm)

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« Reply #648 on: October 08, 2023, 08:24:10 AM »
I’m good for both.

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« Reply #649 on: October 08, 2023, 09:49:01 AM »
22nd is free, 15th is more iffy. Might have more troubles.

 

Wow, a phone plan for fifteen bucks!