WindsorEats is hosting winery bike trips through the county!

Essex County has some of the best wine in the world and there is no better way to enjoy the surrounding region then by pedaling your way through it. You’ll be able to sip the local vino and learn about the winery. Join us as we cycle our way through the county and experience the tastes, sights and sounds of our region. Participants on our Wine Trail Ride visit 2-3 wineries on each ride and are then treated to a local meal made with products from Essex County. The cost of each ticket is $25 and includes tastings, tours and the meal.

Maximum Edge will have their cycle experts on hand to guide us and answer questions. Tickets for Wine Trail Rides sell out quickly so if you are interested, purchase your tickets early.

A few things to keep in mind for each ride:

• Bring a bike! Very important component of a bike ride. All participants must bring their own bike to the meeting point at the designated time. The route consists of a combination of road way and gravel trails. It is important that you check your bike (tire pressure, etc) before you come out on the ride. If you want the experts to do it for you, Maximum Edge offers Bike Tune Ups for $40.00.

• Helmet. Safety is always at the forefront of anything we do, so please ensure that you bring a helmet with you.

• Stay hydrated. Yes, we are going on a wine tour but for the rides in between stops you will need to stay hydrated. Bring a bottle of water to keep on hand while you ride.

• Snacks. The rides normally last between 4-5 hours before we reach our final destination for a great local meal. We suggest bringing a small snack (i.e. trail mix, granola bar) to munch on along the way.

• Dress appropriately. Take a quick peek at the weather before heading out to ensure you're wearing something suitable for the type of weather expected. If it is a sunny, warm day, we recommend bringing sunscreen for protection.

• Buying Wine. This is the perfect opportunity to stock up on local wine. If you are interested in purchasing bottles of wine at the vineyards we visit, no worries! Our support vehicle will pick up the purchases and bring them to you at our last stop.

• No Refunds. There are no rain dates or refunds.

• Have fun! We are pretty excited about these rides and are getting a great response from everyone. We encourage everyone to come out, join us and have a great time!

WindsorEats will keep all participants informed of any changes as the dates approach so don't forget to provide us with your email when you purchase tickets.