2024 Paris to Ancaster Canada's Spring Cycling Classic

For over a century the roads of northern Europe have been home to the toughest bicycle races in the world. The most famous of these, Paris to Roubaix, takes place each spring over brutal cobblestone roads that have been preserved in their historic condition for over 100 years. Inspired by this classic race, the Paris to Ancaster has taken place since 1994 over the roughest farm lanes, trails and gravel roads we can find. In 2023 we welcomed the largest field of riders assembled in Canada for the P2A and the first ever Canadian Gravel Championships. Please join us on April 27/28 2024 to become part of the history of this unique race.

Race Descriptions

CREEMORE SPRINGS P2A CENTO P/B ARGON 18 AND STARWARD HOMES CENTO means 'one hundred' in Italian, which is the approximate distance of this race. It is derived from Latin meaning a patchwork, like a quilt or jacket, or in our case a patchwork of roads, trails, farms etc. We had very positive feedback from the 2022 event. Racers enjoyed the new roads, hills and trails, and the longer distance of about 110KM. The famous mud pits of the P2A Classic and of course the legendary climb to the finish are included. The start is in Paris of course!

CREEMORE SPRINGS P2A CLASSIC P/B ARGON 18 AND STARWARD HOMES The legendary race. Since 1994 competitors have fought each other, and sometimes the elements, over this course. Overall it is a tough, approximately 70K, ride with some good hills and those mud pits! The start is in North Dumfries Township, just south of Cambridge, with a challenging combo of trails and hills.

CREEMORE SPRINGS P2A BRÈVE P/B ARGON 16 AND STARWARD HOMES Compared to the other P2A race distances it is brief, or 'brève' in French. Starting in 2001 we have offered a shorter race. Many people have said 'It's only 45K'. Then they wonder why they are hitting the wall at the finish. Don't underestimate it. It is a very fast race. The start is in the community of St George.

CREEMORE SPRINGS P2A VIP P/B ARGON 18 AND STARWARD HOMES A package of services usually reserved for professional cyclists or Olympians. Choose your event Cento, Classic or Brève. We will enhance your experience with perks including a dedicated pre-race or post-race bus and bike truck service, post-race valet bike wash, race day kit pickup in Ancaster, reserved parking at both the start and finish line, preferred seeding on the start line (we'll save you a premium start line spot), pre-race services (including a warm VIP area, buffet breakfast, ride food, espresso/coffee and snacks), post-race services (with reserved health club shower facilities), premium post-race meal, meet and greet with professional and elite cyclists, dedicated concierge Q&A service and a unique gift bag.

CREEMORE SPRINGS P2A KIDS PROGRAM P/B ARGON 18 AND STARWARD HOMES For many years P2A has offered a Race Day Kid's Program. For 2024 we're presenting a full program of fun for riders aged 8-12. There is an early bird 8am supervised area, followed by 3 hours of Mountain Bike Instruction by Certified Cycling Canada Instructors. Lunch is provided and so is post program supervision if the parent(s) are still racing. Its great fun and always a good time.

Top teams

1 TMX Cycles for a Cause Raised: $627.80 View page 2 Ontario Provincial Police Cycling Team Raised: $485.16 View page 3 Cranky Joints Bicycle Club (CJBC) Raised: $266.62 View page

Top fundraisers

1 View fundraiser page for Andy Andy Kurelek Raised: $500.00 View page for Andy 2 View fundraiser page for David David Arnold Raised: $500.00 View page for David 3 View fundraiser page for Eric Eric Clendinnin... Raised: $209.26 View page for Eric

Contact information

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