Gentle Start 2026

eventApril 18, 2026
location_onOakville, ON

Weather at a Glance

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Temperature
7°C - 17°C
Feels like 7°C - 13°C
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Precipitation
33% chance
0.3 mm
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Wind
14 km/h SSE
Gusts to 46 km/h
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UV Index
4
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Gentle Start Route Forecast

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8:00 AM10:00 AM12:00 PM24681012141618202468101214161820
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14 km/h SSE Gusts to 46 km/h
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Details

Gentle Start 2026 is a brevet cycling event in Oakville, ON on April 18, 2026. Visit the official website for event details, or register on the registration page.

This event features route: the Gentle Start (122 km, 645 m elevation gain). Check the route-specific weather forecasts above to plan your ride.

A 120km ride hosted by Randonneurs Ontario

Start times and routes can change. Be sure to verify the date, start time, route, and other details with the event organizers.

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