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Ontario Motorcycle Events 2021
Hundreds of happy riders at the New Liskeard Bikers Reunion • Credit: Virgil Knapp
Poker runs, swap meets, bike nights, charity rides, show 'n shines, you name it—if it's happening on two wheels in Ontario, it's on this list!
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Dear Riders
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The Best Roads in Ontario—The Big List
The two big annual motorcycle events, the Motorcycle Show Toronto and the Toronto Motorcycle Springshow have come and gone and now we're into the prime time of the season. Some events are being announced so check back frequently to stay caught up.
This is the most comprehensive list of motorcycle rallies, poker runs, show & shines, and charity motorcycle events in Ontario. We've moved the weekly bike nights and meet-ups listing to this page and you can find the swap meets listing here. If you'd like to have yours included, scroll to the bottom of this article and enter the details on the form.
Upcoming Ontario Motorcycle Events
January 2022 Ontario Motorcycle Events
7-9, North American International Motorcycle Supershow, Toronto,ON
After being disrupted by COVID, we are very happy to announce that the Motorcycle Supershow is on! Before the winter blahs truly set in, motorcycle fans of all stripes converge on the Toronto International Centre for three days immered in everything to do with life on two. As soon as you step foot on the show floor, you'll be blown away with the incredible roster of exhibitors and the feature events taking place around the show. Browse this enormous show and you'll find new and used motorcycles, aftermarket parts and accessories, rider apparel and helmets, performance equipment, trailers, travel destinations, custom bike builders, and a full range of fashions. There will also be live bands, special guests, custom bikes, and much more!
Open Friday 11 am to 9 pm, Saturday 10 am to 8 pm, Sunday 10 am to 5 pm.
Admission: Early bird tickets are $17 each. See the tickets page for more details.
Region: Greater Toronto Region
Recommended Route: Forks of the Credit Day Trip
Past Ontario Motorcycle Events
October 2021 Ontario Motorcycle Events
15, 25th Annual Falls Colour Ride, London, ON
A leisurely ride from Hully Gully to Varna Community Centre with the option of stopping at the original Hully Gully location, now called Kerr Family Campground (on gravel road) to support the Children's Hospital. Lunch is provided at Hully Gully after the ride. There are great prizes for riders with the most donations + many more individual prizes!
The motorcycle club which brings in the highest amount in pledges will have their name engraved on the CORUS CHALLENGE CUP. See pledge sheet for details.
Registration: Minimum pledge is $25 per bike. Click here for your pldege form.
Region: Ontario's Southwest
Recommended Route: Lake Huron Shore Route
September 2021 Ontario Motorcycle Events
11, Bomb the Bruce & Blue Mountain Bomber Ride, Owen Sound, ON
In support of the veteran and first responder communities, this event is open to all riders and all bikes. The ride is self-directed, so individuals and groups leave at the time that works for them. The ride will start and end at Fox Harley-Davidson and Bombshell Stella's will be on site Saturday to serve up some great food!
Registration: Cost is $35 and includes a "Haybox Meal" combo from Bombshell Stella's at the end of the ride. Pre-Register through EventBrite and receive a free Dispatches Adventure Ride or Bombshell Stella's decal upon check-in and 1 free raffle entry. Online registration is open until 5 pm Thursday, September 9th. Earlybird registration opens at 8:30 am until 7 pm Friday September 10th at Fox Harley Davidson. Event day registration opens at Fox Harley-Davidson in Owen Sound from 8:30 am until 7 pm September 11th, 2021.
Region: Bruce Grey Simcoe
Recommended Route: Grey-Bruce Waterfall Tour
11, Old Bikes Have Soul Vintage Motorcycle Ride-in, Wellesley, ON
Get that ol' hallowed two wheeled iron machinery out of the garage and ride it out to Ross Hergott Vintage Cycle! There will also be a garage sale with used parts, antiques, collectables and other stuff! all are welcome. Drive if you have to so you can buy more stuff! The shop is at 3659 Nafziger Road in Wellesley! On from 9 am till 5 pm. See ya then!
Region: Huron, Perth, Waterloo, and Wellington
11, 12, Fall Funduro at GOJO Farm, Chelmsford, ON
Two days of fun for the whole family. Expect singletrack, dirt track, endurocross & kids trails, games and prizes, and post-ride festivities on Saturday.
Onsite camping available for $20/night.
Registration: Free for STARA members. $35 /kids $10 for OFTR members. Must be an OFTR member to attend.
Region: Northeastern Ontario
Recommended Route: The Great Legends Tour
12, Integrity Tour, Thunder Bay, ON
A family-friendly event to raise donations for Camp Quality Northwestern Ontario. Ride will depart from halfway motors power sports new location. We will hit the Hwy and ride along the sleeping giant; ending our ride at the newly reopened Silver islet general store. There is no rain date. We ride rain or shine, children battling cancer don't get the chance to pick their days. Neither will we! Free BBQ provided by Tims meats.
Regsitration: For every $100 raised, you will earn an entry for the grand prize of a brand new bathroom overhaul from Integrity Home Renovations. No minimum donation! Riding with our brothers and sister doesn't have to be expensive! Donate or register here.
Region: Sunset Country
Recommended Route: The Nor'Wester
18, Classy Chassis & Cycles Swap Meet, Lakefield, ON
Tons of used parts!!! Vendors are welcome; $25 per table. Call 705-292-8300 to book your spot. Swap meet will be held outdoors rain or shine with plenty of space to socially distance. Great food specials by "The 2 Fat Greeks".
Region: Peterborough & The Kawarthas
Recommended Route: City Escapes Route
19, Ruff Ride 2021, Burlington, ON
Our annual fundraiser, the Ruff Ride, features a 2-hour scenic ride through north Burlington and surrounding areas. Following the ride, guests will join us at the Burlington Humane Society for a BBQ and a Raffle Draw. All COVID-19 protocols will be maintained for the safety of our community. Start time is 9:30 am. Join us for a paw-some Sunday!
Registration: $35 for riders, $20 for passengers.
Region: Hamilton, Halton and Brant
Recommended Route: Snake Road—Best in the South
19, Royal Canadian Legion Annual Motorcycle Show & Shine, Fergus, ON
This is the Royal Canadian Legion's first annual show and shine! On from 10 to 4 pm at 500 Blair Street in Fergus Ontario. Barbecue all are welcome all bikes are welcome this is a Family event Bring the Kids they will enjoy the day!
Registration: $10 for competition entry. Lots of different categories lots of prizes!
Region: Huron, Perth, Waterloo and Wellington
25, Honour Our Veterans Banner Program Motorcycle Parade, Perth, ON
Meet up at 65 Dufferin Street Perth (empty parking lot across from mall/Hwy 7). Kickstands up at 1:15. Route will start with drive by of Lanark Lodge and Perth Community Care. From there we will parade through Perth then onto Carolina Court and Lanark Lifestyles. Finally onto the Legion for refreshments. Museum will be open for viewing. This concludes the parade. A map will be uploaded to event closer to the date. Please invite all your motorcycle friends.
25, Colours of Caledon Ride, Caledon, ON
The second annual ride hosted by GTA Motorcycle Rider. More info to follow.
August 2021 Ontario Motorcycle Events
6, 7, 25th Hearst HOG Poker Run, Hearst, ON
A biker party, draw and poker run with live music on Saturday.
Region: Algoma Country
Recommended Route: Algoma North Tour
7, 1st Annual Route for Youth Car Rally Fundraiser, Trenton, ON
All bikes and vintage cars are invited to take part in this socially distanced event to raise funds for the Quinte West Youth Centre. The route will take you around Prince Edward County back through Belleville before returning to the starting area in Trenton.
Registration: $30 per driver, $10 per passenger. Starts at 10 am at St. Paul Catholic Secondary Church. Pre-registration is required. Contact Darlene at qwycfundraisingcoordinator@gmail.com.
Region: Southeastern Ontario
Recommended Route: Prince Edward County—A Motorcycle Riders Paradise
13, 14, 15, Central Ontario Ride for Sight, Fenelon Falls, ON
This is an annual event. We can't ride if you can't see.
Minimum fundraising is $75. Pre-registration only. Register here now.
Recommended Route: Georgian Bay Coastal Route
21, 2021 Torch RIDE for Special Olympics, Chatham-Kent, ON
This year the 2021 Torch RIDE will start and finish at St. Clair College and take riders throughout the beautiful Municipality of Chatham-Kent.
This event is a "Hybrid" Event - All riders are encouraged throughout the month of August to send in a photo of your ride using the hashtags - #TorchRIDECK and #lookbaddogood if we are able to host an in-person cruise the date of the event will be August 21st.
Every ticket sold includes entry into the Harley Raffle and gets every registrant one ticket for your chance to win a 2020 Harley Davidson Touring Street Glide with a value of $30,000. More tickets can be purchased at www.harleyraffle.ca.
Registration for the event is $40 per driver and $30 per passenger and all proceeds benefit Special Olympics Ontario.
Recommended Route: Cruise the Coast Freedom Trail
21, Ride for Hope, Midland, ON
The Ride For Hope is an annual charity motorcycle ride benefiting Compassion Place Pregnancy & Family Care Centre. Join us for a beautiful ride, followed by a boxed lunch, silent auction, door prizes and a whole lot of fun!
Registration: $25 per rider and $15 per passenger. Pre-registration is preferred. Click here to register.
Region: Muskoka, Parry Sound and Algonquin Park
July 2021 Ontario Motorcycle Events
1, Memorial Ride for Residential School Children, Stoney Creek, ON
Gone but not forgotten. The ride is in memory of the many stolen children who died at residential schools across Canada. Meet at Tim Horton's, 244 20 South.
16, Wasaga Beach Rally Run, Toronto, ON
The stockyards are heading to the Wasaga Beach Bike rally. Camping, cook outs followed by concerts and bikes. With no Wasaga Beach Bikefest this year, we have smaller rides and meets StockYards Bike Meet and would like to meet you in person.
Begins at Mark's, 590 Keele Street Toronto Stockyards, Toronto at 9 am.
17, Lansdowne Children's Centre Charity Motorcycle Ride, Brantford,ON
Due to COVID-19, the in-person event has been made into a virtual one. It's on for the entire month of July. $35 for single riders, $50 for rider and passenger, free for anyone collection pledges only. Click here to register. Once registered, you have the freedom to ride where you want and where you want on your own time and schedule. Be sure to share your pictures with us of your rides on our Facebook event page, or share on your own using the hashtags #lccf2021cmr and #rideforthekids. Take part in our draws and Photo Challenge below! Prizes will be awarded to our top fundraisers, and you will be contacted at the end of the event to arrange delivery of a grand prize!
Region: Hamilton, Halton, and Brant
Recommended Route: Ontario's Garden
17, Bomb the Bruce Motorcycle Ride, Owen Sound, ON
A motorcycle ride in support of the veteran and first responder communities and is open to ALL riders and ALL bikes. The ride is self-directed, RAIN OR SHINE, and finishes at Fox Harley-Davidson in about 3.5 hours. Route maps will be provided to all riders. Cost is $35 and includes a "Haybox Meal" combo from Bombshell Stella's at the end of the ride.
Registration: at Fox Harley-Davidson from 8:30 am - 1 pm.
14, 15, Bikers Battling Cancer, Sauble Beach, ON
Join 30,000 bikers and beach-goers from all over for a rallly at Sauble Beach this summer. In addition to the Ride for Families, there will be free parking for motorcycles, vendors, live bands, and a show n shine.
Recommended Route: Lakeshore Wave Ride
February 2020 Ontario Motorcycle Events
21, 22, 23, Toronto Motorcycle Show, Toronto, ON
The Toronto Motorcycle Show is the biggest manufacturers show in Ontario, with a wide-ranging and exciting line-up of exhibitors that celebrates the motorcycle lifestyle. The show has so much to see and do. There are action-packed demonstrations, tips on "How to Ride", a chance for 6 to 12 years to learn to ride, and huge prizes to be won. Along with the manufacturers exhibits offer the new models for 2020, there will also be a diverse variety of exhibitors featuring the newest in apparel, accessories and touring destinations.
On from Noon to 9 pm on Friday, 10 am to 8 pm on Saturday, and 10 am to 5 pm on Sunday at the Enercare Centre, Exhibition Place, 100 Princes' Blvd, Toronto.
Admission: Click here for information and buying tickets online.
3, 4, 5, North American International Motorcycle Supershow, Toronto, ON
For three days, at the beginning of winter, the Toronto International Centre will be a place for motorcycle fans to get their fix. If you're into motorcycles and the lifestyle, then this is the show for you! As soon as you step foot on the show floor, you'll be blown away with the incredible roster of exhibitors and the feature events taking place around the show. Browse this enormous show and you'll find new and used motorcycles, aftermarket parts and accessories, rider apparel and helmets, performance equipment, trailers, travel destinations, custom bike builders, and a full range of fashions. There will also be live bands, special guests, custom bikes, and much more!
November 2019 Ontario Motorcycle Events
2, 14th Annual Canadian Motorcycle Hall of Fame Banquet & Reunion, Toronto, ON
This gala evening is the motorcycle event of the year honouring those who have excelled in competition and/or made significant contributions to motorcycling over many years. The day begins at 3 pm with a reunion and reception, a time to renew acquaintances and meet the inductees, followed by dinner and the award ceremony at 6 pm.
3, Big Al's 7th Annual Swap Meet, Chatham, ON
At the Kent-Belgium Dutch Club, 34 Byng Ave in Chatham. The meet is on from 10 am to 3 pm. For a table or more information call 519-991-8814 or email bacchuschatham@gmail.com.
Admission is $5. Free for kids under 12.
10, Fall Motorcycle Swap Meet, Peterborough, ON
On from 9 am to 3 pm at the Peterborough Morrow Building, 151 Lansdowne St. Peterborough, ON. Motorcycles for sale, parts & accessories, park you bike and sell it, helmets, vests, rare finds, and more. Free parking.
Admission: $10. Kids under 12 free. $50 for a vendor spot.
Recommended Route: City Escape Route
20, Port Carling Fall Ride, Pickering, ON
The forecast for Sunday looks promising, so let's get together for what looks like the last ride of the year. We'll ride up to Port Carling, and then back through Bracebridge and Gravenhurst, working our way back home. This one will be mainly back roads, and shorter than usual at approximately 320 kms. I can arrange a second meet up location for any riders coming from the east side, please message me.
Region: York, Durham and the Hills of Headwaters
7, Quinte Region Special Olympics Torch Ride Poker Run, Trenton, ON
Join the Blue Knights Motorcycle Club, Ontario XIII (Quinte) Chapter, for the Quinte Region "Torch" Poker Run in support of the Ontario Law Enforcement Torch Ride, a provincial fundraising motorcycle program directly benefiting over 25,000 Special Olympics athletes with an intellectual disability. This year's ride will again start and finish at the Military Family Resource Centre, CFB Trenton 50 Rivers Road E, Quinte West (CFB Trenton)
Registration: Starts at 8:30 am with kickstands up at 10 am. $30 rider or $40 with a passenger Following the ride, complimentary food/beverage is available to registered participants and the winning prizes will be awarded. Refer to the event website http://torchrideontario.com/rides/quinte/ or email Karl at letridequinte@gmail.com for additional information.
7, 7th Annual Toys for Kids Ride, Renfrew, ON
Hosted by the Templar Knights Motorcycle Club, the ride leaves at 10:30 and ends with lunch by donation at the Renfrew Golden Age Activity Centre. Prizes to be drawn at lunch.
Registration: Open from 9 to 10:30 am at the Renfrew Information Booth-Gazebo at the corner of O'Brien Road & Mask Road. Toy donation per bike entry fee to make a child's Christmas brighter.
Region: Haliburton Highlands to the Ottawa Valley
Recommended Route: Deep Valley Run
7, 3rd Annual Desiree's Ride Niagara Chapter, Niagara Falls, ON
We ride in Desiree's Gallagher's memory and supporting victims and their families in efforts to bring awareness to victims of crime. Our goal is to grow the ride across Ontario and make the Victims Voices Heard! Ride departs from the Knights of Columbus, 6101 North Street at 11:30 am and arrives at 4 pm.
Registration: Open at 9 am. Click for registration form and pledge form.
Region: Niagara Canada
Recommended Route: Niagara Cherry Blossom Ride
7, 2nd Annual Show & Shine and Community Fun Day, Lindsay, ON
A great day to show off your bike and compete for cool custom-made trophies. A great day to bring the family and friends, live music, bouncy castles and other children's activities, silent auction, 50/50 draw. All kinds of vendors. Last year we had over 400 people attend this first-time event, 70 bikes registered for the show & shine, it's a day that you don't want to miss! If you're a vendor or a local business looking to sponsor a great event contact us @ info@kawarthacharityriders.ca
Registration: Free to the public, $20 registration fee for show & shine.
Region: Kawarthas and Northumberland
Recommended Route: Escape the 400s—The Roads of Northumberland
8, 11th Annual Ride for Hearth Place Poker Run, Oshawa, ON
The ride starts at Hearth Place Cancer Support Centre for breakfast. Riders will then leave Hearth Place at 9 am and head out to the various poker run stops. Stops will be in Port Hope (Tim Horton's), Keene (Muddy's BBQ Pit), and Raglan (White Feather Country Store). Arrive at Mackie Harley-Davidson in Oshawa for the last poker run location, a BBQ lunch, prizes and great music. Winner of the Poker Run wins a $100 Mackie Harley-Davidson gift certificate!
Registration: Early bird rate: Riders $40, passengers $20 (must be registered by Sept 2nd for Early Bird Rate). After Sept 2nd: riders $50 & passengers $25. Registration is free with over $200 in pledges.
14, Healing Road for Radi, Mississauga, ON
This is a special ride for the little boy Radi who was hit in Toronto by a motorcyclist. We are meeting at the Toronto International Centre, building 5 at the leather store. Kickstands up at 10:30 am and we're riding to Downsview Park there will be a band, food, and vendors. It will be a good day to show the compassion that bikers truly have through the good charity work that we do.
Registration: $10 each.
14, Save the Spillway Poker Run, Shelburne, ON
Starting at Superburger (Highways 10 & 89), the inaugural event is a 2.5 to 3-hour self-guided ride of the most scenic areas that Dufferin County has to offer. Concludes at the Loretto Inn with live music by "Full Rolling Boil." Join us for a bite to eat and/or refreshments at the Loretto while prizes are awarded and 50/50 and prize draws are held!
Registration: Begins at 9 am and kickstands up at 10 am. Last bike must begin by 11 am. Minimum $20 donation per hand and multiple hands may be played.
14, R.O.C.K. Ride and Yahtzee Run, Sarnia, ON
After a 3-year hiatus to establish our Niagara ride, the R.O.C.K. returns to Sarnia on Sept 14, 2019. For the first time, the Sarnia R.O.C,K. will be a Yahtzee Run with prize to be announced. Our Grand Prize is a Niagara Getaway (details TBA). Amazing prize packages for our top ten fundraisers as well as door prizes, free rider shirts for first 50 on ride morning, midpoint bbq. Start point at Ozweld's Diner on Plank Rd, Finale at the Corunna Legion.
Registration: Every $50 in donations earns you a ballot for this awesome prize. Pre-register online for a bonus ballot. Minimum pledge amount of $50 per bike, with passenger or without, with every dollar going to cancer research.
14, Women Riders World Relay, Vancouver, BC
Thousands of women around the world, 82 countries, are traveling in the world's largest motorcycle relay. A baton is being passed from woman rider to woman rider, country to country. Canada will have the baton from September 14th to September 24th. Staring in Vancouver and then heading east. Check the website or the Facebook event page to find out when it hits Ontario.
Recommended Route: Ride Lake Superior
18, 13th Annual Park Source Charity Car & Bike Show, North Bay, ON
Stereo Competition, Show and Shine, Vendors, Trophies, Prizes, and Familyland. All funds raised from Familyland will be going to North Bay Cadets and all funds raised from the Car and Bike Show will be donated to JumpStart. Located at Lee Park (800 Memorial Drive, North Bay). Roll in from 9 am to 11 am. Showtime is from 11 am to 3 pm.
Registration: $20 show and shine per vehicle/motorcycle. Stereo Competition Registration: $15. Spectators: Free (monetary donations will accepted).
Recommended Route: Lake Nipissing Circle Tour
20 - 21, 17th Annual Biketoberfest, Welland, ON
Celebrating the 17th annual event with live music, vendors, food trucks, beer tent, and show'n shine. Camping available starting Thursday till Sunday. Draw for the 2019 Harley-Davidson Street Glide is Saturday September 21 at 6 pm. All proceeds go to The Pathstone Foundation.
21, Sault Ste. Marie Freedom Ride 2019, Sault Ste. Marie, ON
Teen Challenge Canada is a residential alcohol and drug addiction faith-based program offering help and hope to those struggling with alcoholism and/or addiction to other drugs. Riders will enjoy a scenic ride beginning and ending at Teen Challenge with a BBQ and other festivities to close off the event. Everyone raising money for Teen Challenge Ontario Men's Centre will receive an entry to win a free gas card!
Registration: You and your members have the opportunity to help us fundraise, you can do this through our website at www.freedomride.ca. If you raise more than $100 for Teen Challenge Ontario Men's Centre, then your registration fee will be waived.
Recommended Route: The Grand Algoma Tour
21, 28, 1st Annual Soldier On Motorcycle Ride & Classic Car Double-Header, Various Locations, ON
The purpose of this event is to raise much needed funds to support disabled Veteran participating in the Warrior Games (Saturday, September 21) or the Invictus Games (Saturday, September 28) as well as individual veterans who need monetary support to participate in an adaptive sport. Sport is a proven activity to lift someone's mental and increase their physical health. 18 Ontario-wide regional routes with a different route for each date. Early Bird Prize: $2,500 Harley-Davidson™ cash card for use at any Harley-Davidson™ dealer Canada-wide to be drawn once all registrations dated August 2nd and prior to have been processed. 1st prize is a 2019 Triumph Speedmaster, 2nd prize is a 2019 Harley-Davidson™ Street 750®
Registration: $50 buys you a ticket to win. • Registration to two poker runs on Sept 21st and 28th. With start points across Ontario, email gallantknights.csa@gmail.comwith your address and we'll let you know the nearest start point.
29, Distinguished Gentlemen's Ride, Chatham-Kent, ON
Distinguished gentlefolk around the world will don their cravats, tustle their ties, press their tweed, and sit astride their classic and vintage styled motorcycles to raise funds and awareness for men's health, specifically prostate cancer and men's mental health. All bikes are welcome. Bring your finest manners, your most dashing drapes, a sense of fun, and a smile.
Registration: Riders are encouraged to make a donation to support the cause, as well reach out to friends, family, and colleagues to donate via your personal fundraising page. Registration opens on August 1, click here to get started.
29, Distinguished Gentlemen's Ride, Hamilton, ON
29, Distinguished Gentlemen's Ride, London, ON
29, Distinguished Gentlemen's Ride, Niagara Falls, ON
29, Distinguished Gentlemen's Ride, Ottawa, ON
Region: Ottawa and Countryside
Recommended Route: The Highlands Loop
29, Distinguished Gentlemen's Ride, Toronto, ON
2 - 4, Hogs for Hospice Motorcycle Rally, Leamington, ON
Canada's most southern motorcycle rally returns. The weekend includes the 3-hour Tour the Tip registered ride, as well as Bob's Bike Games, Iron by the Beach custom motorcycle show, Thunder Road Harley Davidson "Test Our Metal" demo day, Honour our Veterans ceremony & blessing of the bikes, concerts, and axe throwing.
Registration: Click here to register for the Tour the Tip ride. Pre-register as a single rider for $25 (includes lunch) or with a passenger for $40 (includes two lunches).
Recommended Route: Cruise the Coast Route
3, Benson's Poker Run Show and Shine for Special Olympics, Belleville, ON
Come out and help support the kids and have a good time. There will be a show and shine and BBQ after the ride with lots of prizes to be won.
3, 2019 KCR Toy Run in Support of Kawartha Lakes Toy Drive, Lindsay, ON
We will be doing a group ride of 200 to 250 kilometres through Kawartha Lakes ending at Classy Chassis around noon. Classy Chassis will be having a Riders Group BBQ. All are welcome. All toys collected will be donated to the Kinsmen Toy Drive, all monies collected will be used to purchase toys for donation.
Registration: Donation of a new unwrapped toy or $20.
9, 10th Anniversary Military Police National Motorcycle Relay, Marathon, ON
Legion will be holding a fundraising BBQ at Penn Lake Park. At approximately 11:30 am. 30 to 40 bikes participating in the "Military Police National Motorcycle Relay" will arrive for lunch and some socializing. We will be selling burgers and hotdogs from 11 am to 1 pm to raise money to go towards the ride. Come out and support the riders and grab a burger or dog to support this great cause. Click here to learn more about the 2019 Military Police National Motorcycle Relay.
9 - 12, 25th Anniversary Freedom Rally, Sudbury, ON
The Freedom Riders Motorcycle Association of Northern Ontario holds it's annual event this weekend. More details to follow.
10, 4th Annual Ironside MC Charity Dice Run/Show & Shine, Renfrew, ON
All are welcome to come and enjoy the day together. Takes place at the Renfrew Information Centre, 190 Mask Road. There will be a BB and live music after the run and show & shine.
Registration: $10 per rider, $5 per passenger (includes BBQ). Registration starts at 10 am, ride departs at 11 am.
10, Vicious Varieties Bike Night, Merrickville, ON
Picnic at the locks. As always, our starting point is at Harvey's on Brookdale Ave in Cornwall Ontario. From there we will drive towards Merrickville, Ontario with a stop at Tim Hortons for a quick coffee and bathroom breaks before we continue to the Locks in Merrickville. There we will enjoy some food with each other, picnic style, enjoying the sights and sounds of the gorgeous area. Don't forget your camera. If we are lucky we will get to see a boat in the Locks going up or down in the water. This is a picnic style, feel free to pack a lunch or snacks. There is also a chip stand nearby if you prefer to travel light.
Registration: There is only the cost of your gas and food for this trip. Once again this is a great time to enjoy a nice cruise, see some of our gorgeous scenery and have great company. All bikes are welcome to join.
Recommended Route: The Rideau Ridge
10, Widows Sons Shriners Charity Motorcycle Ride, North Bay, ON
Leave the North Bay Shrine club at 10:30 am for a ride over to Mattawa. Back at approximately 2:30 pm for BBQ burgers and prizes.
Registration: Opens at 8 am. $30 for riders, $10 for passengers, pledges over $200 ride free. Shrine breakfast for $8. All proceeds for the Shriners Hospital for Children Canada.
10, Bikes on Bond, Oshawa, ON
Saturday August 10th will once again see the streets of Oshawa filled with motorcycle fans as motorcyclists take a ride to Oshawa to partake in the annual Bikes on Bond event. This free family friendly event offers something for everyone. As you walk around the event you can take in the entertainment, peruse vendor alley and socialize with all the other motorcycle fans. This event draws people from all over Ontario and Quebec. See you there.
10, Kings & Queens RC Poker Run and Fundraiser, Innisfil, ON
The Kings and Queen's Riding Club will be hosting their 2nd Annual Poker Run and Fundraiser Event on behalf of Sick Kids and Mackenzie who is a 7-year-old girl with Type 1 Osteogenesis Imperfecta. We are very pleased to announce in 2018 we raised over $5500!
Recommended Route: Hockley Road
11, 11th Annual Ride for SickKids, Oakville, ON
This event grafts the growing and mainstream popularity of motorcycle riding and supporting a great cause. From the breakfast kick-off through the scenic police-escorted route, this unique outing is becoming one of the most anticipated events in support of SickKids.
Registration: Opens at 8 am, kickstands up at 11 am sharp. Cost is $50 per rider/$60 on ride day and $30 per passenger. Click here to pre-register.
16 - 18, Bikefest Weekend, TBD, ON
Poker run, live bands, food trucks, beer garden, kid's movie night and daylong interactive experiences, vendors, camping, and a raffle for a 2019 FLSL Softail Slim Harley-Davidson. The sponsor of this year's poker run is Duke's Harley-Davidson. The run starts in Dresden, will tour beautiful Chatham-Kent and end up back at Duke's.
Registration for poker run: Open from 9:30 to 10:30 am. $20 per driver and $10 per passenger.
16 - 18, 29th Annual Cowpaddy Boys Rodeo & Roast, Augusta, ON
Live Music, camping, tattoos, vendors, prizes, food, ice, showers, first aid etc. All proceeds go to charity. For more info call Steve (613) 213-9607. No attitudes. This weekend we are all brothers.
Registration: $40 donation ($20 after 7 pm Saturday night).
Recommended Route: Highway Two—The Ride of Choice for Ottawa and Montreal Riders
17, 9th Annual Eagle Ride Motorcycle Event, Hamilton, ON
Begins at the Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum in Mount Hope. Attendee will enjoy a three-hour ride (poker run style), BBQ lunch, and a tour through the Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum for riders and family/friends of riders. There will also be entertainment, a halfway point contest and prizes.
Registration: Starts at $25/rider and $10/passenger. With a group of 5 or more the rider fee is $20/rider.
17, 6th Annual Brantford Chapter Desiree's Ride & Car Show, Brantford, ON
We ride in Desiree's Gallagher's memory and supporting victims and their families in efforts to bring awareness to victims of crime. Our goal is to grow the ride across Ontario and make the Victims Voices Heard! Ride departs from the Knights, 12 Catherine Ave at 11:00 am and arrives at 3 pm.
17, Riders Against Hunger 2019, Mississauga, ON
Riders Against Hunger is always on the third Saturday in August. Reserve the date in your summer ride calendar. This will be a poker run-style 3-hour ride. RAH is a motorcycle charity ride in support of a local food bank, Eden Food for Change, helping to feed hungry families right here in our community. In our ninth year, we have raised hundreds of thousands of dollars to buy much-needed food for hungry children and their parents but we can't do it without you.
Registration: Opens at 8 am. Ride at 9:30 am. Every $50 collected in registration fees or donations makes it possible for the food bank to provide the food a family of four needs for a week. When you pay your registration fee or, even better, when you collect extra donations all of that money goes to the food bank.
18, Brits on the Lake Classic Motoring Revival, Port Perry, ON
The 11th Anniversary of the best little All-British Car & Motorcycle Show in Canada set in the historic district of beautiful downtown Port Perry, Ontario on the shores of Lake Scugog. Now open to our friends in the classic European, Import, and Kit Car communities.
Registration: Opens on-site from 9 am to 1:15 pm. Enter your car or bike here: http://mowoguniversity.com/register-here.html.
18, 4th Annual Paved With Good Intentions Ride for Parkinsons, Bolton, ON
Come join the Devils Progress MC for our fourth annual Paved With Good Intentions ride benefiting Parkinson's Canada. We have been partnered with them for the last three years and it is such a worthy cause. The charity will be on site collecting money, distributing information and educating people on the perils of this terrible disease. This is a family event! Please feel free to bring the kids! Donations can also be made directly here.
The route will take you on an amazing 120 km route that will be full of twists, turns, hills and amazing scenery. There is a gas stop at the half way point for all to gas up and stretch. We do a complete loop, and come back to where we started for a bbq and prizes!
Registration: Opens at 9 am. Cost is $40 a rider, $25 a passenger, discount for OCC members. Kickstands up at 10 am.
23 - 25, #theMotoSocial Camp, Prince Edward County, ON
This summer we'll come together in beautiful Prince Edward County at the historic Picton Airfield (click on hyperlink for exact location!) and feast over a delicious farm to table harvest dinner prepared by our incredible guest chefs. Sip craft cocktails in a World War II airport hangar. Enjoy live music at sunset. It's like a badass outdoor wedding to which you can wear your favourite Blundstones and no one makes you dance to Bruno Mars. All are welcome, whether you arrive by bike, bus, bobby wagon, or boot.Check out our 2018 wrap video for a sneak peak of what to expect this year.
100% of funds raised directly supports Jack.org and the work of young leaders who are changing mental health across this country, for good. They're ensuring that no young person has to struggle in silence, and those who need support get the help they deserve.
Registration: This event is in support of Jack.org, a network of young leaders revolutionizing mental health across Canada. There is a registration fee of $100 and each camper is asked to raise a minimum of $200. All of that goes to funding the critical work of the mental health revolution. Click here to get started.
24, Torch Ride for Special Olympics, Chatham, ON
Poker Run beginning at Duke's Harley Davidson and ending at St. Clair College. All proceeds to Special Olympics. Includes door prizes, show and shine (by donation), blessing of the bikes and more. KSU at 10 am and check in at college by 1 pm. Special Olympians will be the judges for the Show and Shine.
Registration: Open from 8 am until 10 am. $30/rider and $20/passenger.
24, Cruise Don't Bruise, Ottawa, ON
This is the 10th Annual Cruise Don't Bruise and it will be a fun-filled day raising awareness about domestic violence. Takes place at 1880 Ogilvie Road, Ottawa.
24, Ghost Riders Lake of Bay Whiskey Run, Huntsville, ON
Gonna be another awesome run for my crew! We are in the midst of securing on-site camping at the end of run, and motel arrangements for those who don't wish to camp. Our awesome sponsor Smokin Hot BBQ has teamed up with us again and will be cooking us dinner included in ticket price..as well we will be adding night entertainment. Includes draws and 50/50. Come out enjoy an amazing ride through Muskoka.
Registration: Opens at 9 am. $25. BBQ included.
Recommended Route: Explorers' Edge Big Loop
24, Nate's Great Ride, Ilderton, ON
Join the Melville family as they host their 3rd annual Nate's Great Ride. Includes BBQ and family-friendly gathering. If you cannot join the ride, you can still join us at 24375 Rd Poplar Hill at 12 pm for a family-friendly gathering and BBQ, $5 per person.
Registration: Opens at 9 am. $20 per rider, $10 per passenger. Includes BBQ lunch. Kickstands up at 10:30 am.
24, Tri-City Ride for Autism 2019, Cambridge, ON
The first and second annual Tri-City Ride for Autism events were both an amazing success, because of kind-hearted people who believe that every child deserves the opportunity to live the best life possible. This year it is our hope to donate $8,000.00 to KidsAbility.
Don't miss out on this mystery ride! This ride does include three stops and is approximately 250 kilometres. The ride will start at KidsAbility, 887 Langs Dr, Cambridge. Includes prizes, raffles, 50/50, BBQ, and much more.
Registration: Opens at 9 am. $30 per rider, $20 per passenger. Please feel free to message us if you would like a pledge sheet to collect donations. If you collect $150 in pledges, your registration is free! Kickstands are up at 10:30 am.
30, VRRA Vintage Festival 2019, Bowmanville, ON
Our final race for 2019 will be at Canadian Tire Motorsports Park. The world famous Grand Prix track and grounds have seen substantial improvements over the last few years. "Mosport" with its challenging blind corners and elevation changes, brings in vintage racers from all over. The final round of the endurance series Friday afternoon is your last chance to collect points to improve your place in the standings.
31, Redrum Motorcycle Club Spirit Island World Run, Manitowaning, ON
Starts at the Assiginack Curling Rink, 26A Clover Valley Road. Entertainment to follow the run. All funds raised will go to the Manitoulin Good Food Box Program.
Registration: $20 per rider, $10 per passenger, $15 for the meal. Opens at 10 am. Kickstands up at 11 am.
Recommended Route: Manitoulin Island Tour
5, Yamaha Motorcycle Power Tour, Innisfil, ON
Rev Your Heart at the 2019 Yamaha Power Tour! The Yamaha Power Tour is once again travelling across Canada, giving riders the opportunity to test our exciting 2019 lineup of touring, sport and sport heritage motorcycles. Feature models include the NIKEN GT, Star Venture TC, Tracer 900 GT, FJR1300, and models from the MT and XSR series.
On from 10 am to 4 pm at 1982 Commerce Park Dr, Innisfil, ON.
Registration: Please contact dealer, deWildt Powersports (1-888-656-8680), for available units and to register for demo rides. NIKEN GT demo opportunities will only be available through pre-registration with dealer.
5, 6, 7, Wheels, Water & Wings and Shake the Shield Ride, Bancroft, ON
There's a lot happening, including paddle challenges, fly-in-breakfast, concerts, dances, food trucks and more. The festival hub is located at 68 Hastings Street North, which is where you'll find the rally's registration desk, show and shine sign up and that's where we'll also hold the official stuff! Also at the hub for the weekend is Rolling Road, Performance Dyno Tuning - offering special rates!
Shake the Shield Poker Run: The event is an excuse to meet up, travel and have a good time along the route through some of the most scenic landscape in Ontario while raising funds for a local charity. We've carefully selected almost 400 kilometres of the most beautiful roads in our region for you to enjoy while raising money for a worthwhile cause.
Registration: the Charity Poker Run at the registration table in the HUB, where you will get your passport. The cost to enter is $25. All registration forms must be completed in order for the participant to obtain an official passport and route map.
Region: Ontario's Highlands
Recommended Route: Dynamite Alley
5 - 7, Leave No-One Behind - Ride for Veterans, Kirkland Lake, ON
The 1st annual motorcycle poker run starts Friday night with a live band. A $5 breakfast is on Saturday morning from 8 to 10 am. The poker run is on from 10 am to 6 pm. From 6 to 9 pm on Saturday evening there will be a $10 street-meat style supper, 50/50 draw & prizes including a Harley-Davidson draw at 8 pm. From 9 pm to 2 am it's Bluez Brotherz featuring The Hooligan Horn Line. A $5 breakfast is on Sunday morning from 8 to 11 am.
Registration: 10 am to Noon.
6, The All Female Burnout, Smiths Falls, ON
One full day and night of badass women. Join us on July 6th, 2019 at the Rideau Rendezvous in Smiths Falls, Ontario as we attempt to beat the Guinness World Record from 2015 by assembling over 300 ladies to simultaneously do a Motorcycle Burnout! Only requirement is to be a female.
Not only are you empowering other women, but together we will be raising funds for numerous women's homeless shelter's across Ontario and Quebec. Let's try to make a dent to eradicate some of the social stigmas we as a whole in the motorcycle community experience. There will be camping as well as an opportunity to win an all expenses paid trip for two to Punta Cana! Get registered today. Well-behaved women seldom make history, so let's make history ladies because together we can make a difference.
Registration: Only $20. Click here to register.
6, Lawrence Hacking's Overland Adventure Rally, Brampton, ON
The 2019 Overland Adventure is on! A beautiful ride from Brampton Flying Centre where we will meet for breakfast then ride to Bala, in the heart of Muskoka for wrap party and BBQ.
Registration: This year there is no charge, there is no need to sign up, just let us know if you are coming so we can plan for the BBQ.
6, B.R.A.A.A.P. Ride, Alliston, ON
6, R.O.C.K. Ride, Niagara, ON
Our signature event in Niagara Falls on July 6th will be a YAHTZEE RUN, with best yahtzee score winning a $250 gas card. It's the Grand Prize though that really rocks - a 1-week luxury cottage rental in Haliburton Highlands valued at over $2,000.
Registration: Every $50 in donations earns you a ballot for this awesome prize. Pre-register online for a bonus ballot. Amazing prize packages for our top ten fundraisers, as well as door prizes, Club Cup, free rider shirts for first 100 on ride morning, midpoint bbq & live entertainment. Minimum pledge amount is $50 per bike (with passenger or without), with every dollar going to cancer research. Start point Clare's Harley-Davidson, Finale at Oh Canada Eh.
6, Rideau Rendezvous Motorcycle Rally, Smiths Falls, ON
This eastern Ontario motorcycle really will be happening at the Railway Museum in Smith's Falls Ontario. Camping on-site, bands on site, sleep overnight in a caboose, beer and vendors and the world record attempt at the world's largest burnout. There will be a couple other world record attempts during the event. Also includes biker rodeo & games, show & shine, poker run, and kids zone.
6, 11th Annual BikeFest in July, New Hamburg, ON
Includes dinners, socials, run poker and other, injured rider/special fundraiser. Starts at the Wilmot Rod & Gun Club, 2607 Bleams Rd, New Hamburg at 10 am.
Registration: Starts at 9 am. $25 per person. Advanced ticket guarantees dinner. Free camping, no campfires, no children or pets please. Proceeds to local charities.
6, Chrome on the Canal Motorcycle & Car Show, Campbellford, ON
Always on the first Saturday in July along the banks of the Trent Canal in Campbellford, Chrome on the Canal gives motorcycle, car, and truck enthusiasts the opportunity to come together, display their vehicles and share their interests with each other. All makes and models of vintage motorcycles, cars, and truck are welcome. Vendors and food booths onsite. On from 9 am to 4 pm rain or shine.
6, Taylor's Shades of Hope, Newcastle, ON
All are invited to the Docville Wildwest Movie Set, 816 North St, Newcastle, Ontario. Following a country ride around the block, enjoy good food, games, draws, door prizes, great company, and live entertainment courtesy of Arizona Bliss.
Registration: $20 in advance, $30 at the gate. Opens at 9 am, kickstands up at 11 am.
6, Yamaha Motorcycle Power Tour, Blackstock, ON
On from 10 am to 4 pm at Blackstock Motorsports, 3580 Byers Rd, Blackstock ON.
Registration: Please contact dealer, Blackstock Motorsports (905-986-4437), for available units and to register for demo rides. NIKEN GT demo opportunities will only be available through pre-registration with dealer.
7, Freedom Ride Teen Challenge, Aurora, ON
The Teen Challenge Freedom invites all riders to come out and participate in this incredible event! After a scenic ride return to the Teen Challenge Women's Centre for a delicious BBQ lunch, silent auction and to hear stories of overcoming addiction. The Freedom Ride is designed to be friendly for the novice or experienced rider. Routes exclude 400 series & major highways. For those who start their ride out of our Women's Centre location, our Freedom Ride Crew is positioned at corners through the ride to provide direction on turns. We also have yellow signs & flags posted on route to help guide you. Please note that for your convenience, we do send a tow truck to follow should you have any problems along the way.
Registration: Cost is $20 Rider & $20 Passenger. Raise $100 for the Ontario Women's Centre & your registration fee is waived!
13, Renfrew Freedom Ride 2019, Renfrew, ON
13, 5th Annual Freedom Machine, Frontier Ghost Town, Durham, ON
A gathering that showcases all makes and models of custom motorcycles that focuses on artistic talents. Includes camping, giveaways, vendors, food and live music. Starts at noon.
Registration: $25 get you in plus a chance to win a custom built motorcycle.
Recommended Route: The Farmland Tour
13, Baconfest, Lucan, ON
Everything Bacon and Bikes. Taking place on the 2nd Saturday in July of each year, the event is a collaboration between Hogtown Cycles and the Township of Lucan Biddulph. Bacon lovers and bikers come from afar to this one-of-a-kind event.
Region: Ontario's Southwest
Recommended Route: Visit Middlesex Route
13, TACA Awareness Ride, Thunder Bay, ON
Come out and meet the Templars Against Child Abuse North America. Partial proceeds are going to Shelter House Thunder Bay. Includes merchandise for sale, 50/50 draw, and best bike.
Registration: Meet at 9:30 am. $35 for riders, $25 for passengers (includes lunch). Kickstands up at 10 am.
18 - 21, 32nd Annual Rosie's Rodeo & Roast, Napanee, ON
Rosie's Rodeo and Roast 32nd annual promises to be great. Includes camping, good food, great friends, tattoo & body piercing, new live bands and events, vendors and more.
Registration: Call 613-386-3703 for tickets.
19 - 20, Ride Manitoulin Motorcycle Rally, Providence Bay Manitoulin Island, ON
Bringing amazing bikes and like-minded people together to rock and roll and enjoy the beautiful island. Includes live entertainment on Friday and Saturday nights, poker run, scenic tour, show & shine, indigenous and local food, beer garden, and rough camping on site.
Registration: $30 per person. $10 for the poker run.
Good times at Ride Manitoulin
20, BACA Annual Ride & Poker Run, Kanata, ON
The Bikers Against Child Abuse Ottawa Chapter event also includes BBQ and prizes after the ride. Starts at Canadian Tire, 8181 Campeau Drive, Kanata. Ends at Greely Legion, 8021 Mitch Owens Road.
Registration: $20 per bike, $5 extra player. Opens at 8:30 am with breakfast. Kickstands up at 10 am.
Recommended Route: Ottawa Valley Tour
20, Midnight Riders New Shoot N' Scoot, Oil Springs, ON
A run with axe throwing, paint ball, long bows and a couple other fun things!
Registration: Opens at 11 am. Kickstands up by noon.
Recommended Route: The Oil Heritage Route
26, VRRA Grand Prix 2019, Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory, ON
We're back at "The Birthplace of Champions", Shannonville Motorsport Park, for the VRRA's third round. At 1.8 kms, the Nelson circuit will have you apexing each of those 6 corners around a minute(or so) per lap. As always, we'll end Friday's full day of practice laps with a 2 hour endurance race on the Pro Circuit.
26 - 28, 2019 Ameliasburg Rally, Ameliasburg, ON
Presented by CVMG Eastern Shield. Includes games, vintage motorcycle ride on Saturday and a vintage motorcycle concourse show on Sunday.
Registration: $40 (includes camping and the traditional Hot Dog & Corn meal). $5 for a day pass.
27, Rock and Rumble Motorcycle Rally, Kitchener, ON
In its 9th year, Rock and Rumble is quickly becoming a must-attend summer event for motorcycle enthusiasts and concert goers alike. It all starts at 5 pm at Carl Zehr Square. Enjoy a free concert, food trucks, craft beer, live boxing on King Street and motorcycles! Numerous custom and vintage motorcycles from across Ontario and the U.S. will rumble into town to showcase their bikes. There will also be Olympic Style Boxing at 6 pm at local gyms.
Registration: Free admission
27, Desiree's Ride Peterborough Chapter 1st Annual Motorcycle Ride, Lakefield, ON
We ride in Desiree's Gallagher's memory and supporting victims and their families in efforts to bring awareness to victims of crime. Our goal is to grow the ride across Ontario and make the Victims Voices Heard! Ride departs from Classy Chassis and Cycles,1399 8th Line Smith at 10:30 am with arrival TBA.
Registration: Open at 8:30 am. Click for registration form and pledge form.
27, 3rd Annual Ride for J.O.E., Guelph, ON
This event is for everyone, not just for motorcycle riders. Free pizza for all, generously donated by Pizza Nova, will be served at 2 pm. Includes a 50/50 draw and raffle tickets available all day. Tickets will be drawn following the ride!
Registration: Open from 8 to 10:30 am. Kickstands up at 11 am. $20 registration fee for riders. $10 passenger will give you a chance to win one of two pairs of Blue Jays tickets for an August 17th game. J.O.E. staff will be selling coffee and baked goods during the registration period. $5 tickets are now available for those who can't make it to the event and would like to support the cause. which gives you a chance to win a $600 surprise basket.
All proceeds will support J.O.E. (Jobs.Opportunities.Enterprise.) A not-for-profit organization focused on innovative, community-based employment and job training for adults with developmental disabilities.
27, 1st C.A.V. Motorcycle Formation Sicily Unit Ride & Poker Run, Iroquois, ON
The 8th annual event starts at the Iroquois Royal Canadian Legion, 24 Dundas St, Iroquois. Includes poker run, lunch, and snacks. Kickstands up at 9:30 am. Ride ends at Morrisburg Legion.
Registration: Opens with breakfast at 8:30 am until 9:15 am. Fee is $20 per rider, $10 for passenger. All funds raised go to the Homeless Veterans Assistance Fund.
Recommended Route: Hwy 2—The Ride of Choice for Ottawa and Montreal Riders
27, SCRC Barrie Chapter 1st Ride for Down Syndrome, Barrie, ON
The Down Syndrome Association of Simcoe County and the Barrie Chapter of the Southern Cruisers Riding Club all welcome all bikes and clubs to the first ride. Includes a scenic ride, prizes, BBQ lunch, and silent auction. Departs from the Barrie Legion, 410 St. Vincent St, off Ferris Lane. Kickstands up at 10 am.
Registration: Click here for online registration. $30 for primary rider, $20 for secondary rider. $5 breakfast. Opens at 8:30 am.
28, FamFest Full Throttle, Niagara Falls, ON
Among other things, there will be bacon. Get in touch for more details.
Registration: $25/rider $20/passenger
27, 7th Annual Rock n Rip for Juvenile Diabetes, London, ON
Riding from Rocky's in London (900 Wilson Grove Rd) to Port Burwell. Ending in Thamesford. Includes live music, pig roast, and camping.
Registration: Opens at 10:30 am. $25 donation for riders, $20 for passengers.
June 2019 Ontario Motorcycle Events
1, Pee-Wee Memorial Ride 2019, Port Colborne, ON
Everyone welcome to an annual charity ride to benefit the community. If you don't ride, come out to Moe's after the ride around 4-ish.
1, Fallen Riders Memorial Awareness Ride & Rally, Toronto, ON
Have you lost a friend of loved one in a motorcycle accident? Help ensure those lives are never forgotten. Join B.R.O. Ontario for a hub ride centreing on Queen's Park. Memorial ceremony starts at 1 pm.
1, Heroes Highway Ride & Rally, Trenton, ON
The 1st Saturday in June will once again see the Heroes Highway Ride and Rally gather at the National Air Force Museum in Trenton and travel along Highway 401, The Highway of Heroes, to Memorial Park, Port Hope. Rally opens at 10 am. Bikes arrive at 12:30 pm, rally closes at 5 pm.
Registration: Free. Opens at 8:30 am, closes at approximately 11 am.
1, 3rd Annual Desiree's Ride Chatham-Kent, Blenheim, ON
We ride in Desiree's Gallagher's memory and supporting victims and their families in efforts to bring awareness to victims of crime. Our goal is to grow the ride across Ontario and make the Victims Voices Heard! Ride departs from Royal Canadian Legion 34, 34 Catherine Street at 1 pm and arrives at 4 pm.
Registration: Open at 11 am. Click for registration form and pledge form.
1, 3rd Annual Spring Motorcycle Show & Shine, Wyoming, ON
As well as a show and shine with prizes for fans choice, oldest bike, etc., there will be live music by the Jaime Hiscox Band, BBQ (donation only), door prizes.
Recommended Route: Cruise the St. Clair River & Lake Huron Shore Route
2, 2019 Paw-Ker Run, Chatham-Kent, ON
This year's route encompasses many local hidden gems with surprises along the way. A steak dinner will be offered at the end of the route at the Central Tavern in Pain Court around 4 pm (included with registration fee). The best poker hand will take home $500 cash, second best hand will be awarded $300 cash, and $200 will go to the third best hand.
Registration: $30 ($20 for passengers) dinner included. Register at the Animal Shelter at 405 Park Ave. East from 10 to 11 am.
2, Bayfield Old Bike Day, Bayfield, ON
Enjoy the sight and sounds of one of Ontario's prettiest little villages with members of the Sarnia CVMG. Have lunch at one of the many restaurants and display your bikes in front and near the Albion Hotel on Main Street from 11 am to around 3 pm.
2, Forest Heights Long Term Nursing Home Motorcycle Day, Kitchener, ON
Come join us at the Forest Heights Long Term Nursing Home for a few hours of fun. Bring a smile to a seniors face seeing the motorcycles ride in. We meet at 2:30 pm behind the Superstore, second drive way off Fisher Halman and Queen. Rain date is June 30, 2019.
8, Royal Enfield Acton Town Takeover, Acton, ON
On the last of five days of fun with the Toronto community, Royal Enfield invites you to ride out into a neighbouring town for a fully loaded celebration. Lead by The Moto Social into the total town takeover of Acton Ontario. Spend a day in the world or Royal Enfield as a mini-city for the North America Twins Launch. Demoing the new models, riding through dirt courses, and painting on abandoned buildings is only the beginning. With the blessing of the residents, Royal Enfield will be taking over the streets for a day. The streets of Acton will be adorned with Royal Enfield signage which will lead you to the main venue where you will be able to take a ride on the Twins, ride the Himalayan through a mini dirt track, paint your favorite Royal Enfield logo on a building or dance to live music. Motorcycle endorsement on license required to demo.Keep an eye out for updates on information regarding entertainment, activities, giveaways, and so much more. Visit www.royalenfieldna.com/twinslaunch to view the entire tour.
Registration: The event is free but there's only room for so many. Go to the Facebook event page to register.
8, Motorcycle Ride for Dad Durham (Greater Toronto East), Port Perry, ON
Please join us for our ride which includes a poker run, lunch, door prizes, and much more; all while helping raise money to fight prostate cancer. Opening Ceremony 9:30 am. Kickstands up at 10 am sharp.
Registration: $40 per participant. Registration is free with $100 raised in donations. Register online here. Opens on ride day 7:30 am to 9:30 am at Scugog Community Recreation Centre, Pad 1 West Side, 1655 Reach Street, Port Perry.
8, 3rd Annual Ride for Mental Health, Kingston, ON
The Kingston Harley-Davidson/MotoSport Plus will be hosting our 3rd annual Ride for Mental Health to raise money for the Canadian Mental Health Association. This charity ride is dedicated to raising awareness for mental illness and to help end the stigma around mental illness. All proceeds raised are being donated to CMHA.
The ride will be leaving MotoSport Plus around 10 am and returning back to our store around 12:30 pm and will be followed by food, prizes and a silent auction.
Registration: Cost is $20 per rider and $10 per passenger however this fee will be waived for anyone who has raised more than $100 in pledges. Pledge forms are available at Kingston Harley-Davidson/MotoSport Plus and on our website at www.motosportplus.com.
Recommended Route: The Shield Ride
8, 2nd Annual Animal Ride, Port Colborne, ON
Join the Knights of Darkness for the 2nd annual Animal Run. Net proceeds from the ride go towards the Niagara SPCA & Humane Society (formerly Welland SPCA and Niagara Falls Humane Society). Last year was a great success and we're hoping it's even better this year. Door prize, prize draws and BBQ after the ride!
Registration: $25 for riders, $10 for passengers. Opens at 9:30 am. Kickstands up by 11 am.
8, Rescue Ride 2019 for All Breed Canine Rescue, St. Thomas, ON
Come for a ride, then join us at the rally. Help our furry friends. Don't ride? Feel free to come by the rally, which gets underway at 2 pm at the Moose Lodge, 6 Weston St., London. There will be music, prizes, a show and shine, and more.
Registration: Starts at 10 am at the 400 Highbury Tim Hortons in St. Thomas. Kickstands up at noon. $10 a head to participate.
8, Yamaha Motorcycle Power Tour, North Bay, ON
On from 10 am to 4 pm at Carlson Sports, 11 Couchie Industrial Rd, Hornell Heights.
Registration: Please contact dealer for available units and to register for demo rides. NIKEN GT demo opportunities will only be available through pre-registration with dealer.
9, Shifting Gears For Sick Kids, Whitby, ON
Join us at Mackie Harley-Davidson® as we combine our passion for motorcycles with the support of an amazing cause! Shifting Gears for SickKids is a motorcycle ride and event, raising funds that will directly support the Garron Family Cancer Centre and Oncology department at The Hospital for Sick Children. In partnership with generous sponsors, we look forward to hosting a scenic ride, a fun celebration and draws for awesome prizes, including a new Harley-Davidson motorcycle!
Registration: Pre-Registration is $40 per rider / $25 per passenger.
Not a rider? No problem. Purchase a $10 wristband for our post ride after party. Enjoy delicious BBQ from Stuttering John's Smokehouse and Ice Cream from Donkey Kone, plus awesome live music!
9, Guardians of the Children Leamington Motorcycle Rally & Ride, Leamington, ON
Join us for some live music, face painting for the kids, bbq and dice run. Whether you ride a motorcycle or not we'd love to see you out there with the kids as that is what we stand for!
9, Awareness Ride and Brunch Buffet, Richmond Hill, ON
Meet at 8 am at Home Depot, 10885 Leslie St. North and head to Arthur's Pub to enjoy an amazing Sunday brunch buffet. All proceeds will go to Templars Against Child Abuse.
Registration: $40 per person and includes brunch.
9, 5th Annual Ride for the Rescue Poker Run, Woodstock, ON
New location this year! We'll be starting and ending a mapped leisurely ride throughout Oxford County at the newly renovated Royal Canadian Legion at 642 Dundas Street, Woodstock. There will be three card stops on the way, with the ride finishing up at 2 pm. A delicious light lunch is provided as well as prizes and draws. June 23rd if Mother Nature is cranky!
Registration: begins at 9 am with the riders leaving at 10 am. $15 for single rider, $20 with a passenger. All proceeds benefit the animals in our care! To pre-register, please email anna@oxfordcountyanimalrescue.com. Click here for a registration form.
Recommended Route: Our Rural Routes Are Showing
9, Yamaha Motorcycle Power Tour, Sault Ste. Marie, ON
On from 10 am to 4 pm at 45 White Oak Drive East, Unit 2, Sault Ste. Marie.
Registration: Please contact dealer, Premier Yamaha (705-253-9975), for available units and to register for demo rides. NIKEN GT demo opportunities will only be available through pre-registration with dealer.
12, Yamaha Motorcycle Power Tour, Trenton, ON
On from 9 am to 3 pm at 114 Mccauley Rd, Trenton.
Registration: Please contact dealer, Motosports of Trenton (613) 965-6626), for available units and to register for demo rides. NIKEN GT demo opportunities will only be available through pre-registration with dealer.
14 - 16, 47th Annual Paris National Rally, Paris, ON
Every year in Paris the Canadian Vintage Motorcycle Group holds their national vintage motorcycle rally, welcoming thousands of enthusiasts, young and old, from all over Canada. Don't miss out on the sights, sounds, and fun of this great event! Taking place again at the Paris Fairgrounds and recognizing the women who ride, wrench, and respect motorcycles. Vendors, swap meet, games, awards, prizes and so much more. A great way to spend Father's Day weekend.
Registration: Do it early if you're planning on staying over for the weekend. Pre-registration open until June 11.
14 - 16, Ride for Sight, Fenelon Falls, ON
The celebration includes free camping for tents, trailers, or RVs. There will be live bands on Friday and Saturday, motorcycle parade, monster pull, bike games, burn out competition, vendors, show 'n' shine presented by Classy Chassis.
Registration: $75 per person.
15, Biker's Helping Hand Local Fundraiser, Kapuskasing, ON
Takes place at the Kap Curling Club, 68 Brunelle Rd North, Kapusasking. Includes a morning poker run, parade, strong man competition, live entertainment, and an elimination draws for $5,000 and for a 2019 Harley-Davidson Sport Glide.
Recommended Route: Great Legends Tour
15, Motorcycle Ride for Dad Nipissing, North Bay, ON
Please join us for our ride which includes a poker run, lunch, door prizes, and much more; all while helping raise money to fight Prostate Cancer. Kickstands up at 10:30 am sharp. Post ride auction and dinner from 3 to 5:30 pm.
Registration: Fee is $30 for riders or participating passengers. Free with $100 raised in donations. Open on ride day from 8 to 9:30 am at Canadore College in the cafeteria.
15, Motorcycle Ride for Dad Niagara, Niagara, ON
Please join us for our ride which includes a poker run, lunch, door prizes, and much more; all while helping raise money to fight Prostate Cancer. Ride leaves from Royal Canadian Legion, Branch #124, 410 King Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake. Closing Ceremonies: Club Italia, 2525 Montrose Road Niagara Falls (at the Pavilion).
Registration: $30 per participant or free with $100 raised in donations. Open from 7 to 8:45 am. Kickstands up at 9 am sharp.
15, Annual Awareness Ride for Brain Injury, Ottawa, ON
This event is open to the general public especially those who support brain injury awareness. It's a ride/event. You can take the DIY ride that leaves at 10:30 am or you can spend the day hanging out and enjoying the event on its own. Includes free breakfast, motorcycle rodeo and field events, live music, vendor village, tattoo contest, ride-in show & shine and more.
Registration: First 20 riders who pre-register before May 31 received a free shirt.
15, Haliburton Highlanders Charity Poker Run, Haliburton, ON
Join us for the second annual Community Living (Trent Highlands) Charity Poker Run. BBQ and Prizes will be available. Event is rain or shine. For more information or general inquiries please contact us at our homepage: Haliburton Highlanders Riding Club.
Registration: Held at 73 Victoria Street, Haliburton from 9:30 to 10:30 am. $25 per rider and an additional $15 for a second passenger. All pledges and donations are in support of Community Living (Trent Highlands) with event proceeds to stay in the Haliburton Area.
15, Ride for Smiles, Brantford, ON
A.B.A.T.E Chapter 8 "Brantford" is pleased to announce the Ride for Smiles Ride to help support the Help a Child Smile Association. Bring the family and come on out to our all-day fundraising event featuring family-friendly entertainment. Listen to a terrific lineup of well-known performers covering bluegrass, jazz, motown, classic country, light rock and much more. There will be something for everyone's listening pleasure plus a 50/50 draw (you don't have to be present to win!) and silent auction. And of course, our extensive Kidz Zone will have lots of fun activities for tots to young teens. Free Kidz Zone opens at noon, entertainment starts at 1 – $10 admission. Ride Starts at the Knights Of Columbus Council located at 12 Catharine Ave, Brantford.
Registration: Open from 10 to 11 am. A charitable donation of $20 gets your wrist band. Includes, entry in the ride and entry to CANJAM. Kickstands up at 11:30 am.
15, MCRC Dice Run 2 Dover, Vineland, ON
This will be the 3rd annual Meals On 2 Wheels Dice Run 2 Dover. This event will start at Boo's Bar and Eatery (2980 King St E, Vineland) and finish at the Legion in Port Dover. This year I am happy to announce Dealers Choice will play for us upon our arrival. Also, a meal will be provided at the Legion. All proceeds go to a schools breakfast club of our choice. Any questions contact CJ, Peter R or Peter H for info. See you all there!
Registration: $20/person and kickstands up at 11 am for our ride Dover!
15, Shelburne Street Festival, Shelburne, ON
On the Saturday of Father's Day Weekend, every year the Town of Shelburne hosts its annual Street festival in its historic downtown. The Festival features a Car Show, Motorcycle Show & Shine, Motorcycle Ride, Live Entertainment, Kids Area, Open Air Market & more! Come support the town, and enjoy the sights and atmosphere!
15, Thrive Ride for Kids Poker Run, Sturgeon Falls, ON
Hosted by Filthy 15MC Sturgeon Falls with help from the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 225. Start time is 10 am. Riding from Sturgeon Falls to Verner, to Field to Marten River, to North Bay, then back to Sturgeon Falls. Back at the legion by 5:30 pm for BBQ. There will be silent auction prizes, food, drinks, music and more.
Registration: $15 a hand. Play as many as you want.
15, Yamaha Motorcycle Power Tour, Timmins, ON
On from 10 am to 4 pm at J&B Cycle & Marine 950 Riverside Dr, Timmins.
Registration: Please contact dealer, J&B Cycle & Marina (705-267-1417), for available units and to register for demo rides. NIKEN GT demo opportunities will only be available through pre-registration with dealer.
16, OBVMC Motorcycle Show, Shine and Swap, Arnprior, ON
Old Bastards Vintage Motorcycle Club will host the event at Hydro Park. All riders and passengers welcome. There will be trophies and door prizes. Vote for your favourite bike. Vendors welcome.
Registration: $5 to enter a bike in the show. Free admission.
16, Quinte Ride for Paws, Trenton, ON
All bike welcome to the 5th annual poker run. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd best poker hand. Starts at Centennial Park, Couch Cres., Trenton at the ampitheatre.
Registration: $20 dontation per bike. Open at 10 am. Ride starts at 11 am. BBQ at noon. Winners announced at 2 pm.
17, Yamaha Motorcycle Power Tour, Thunder Bay, ON
On from 10 am to 4 pm at 1425 Walsh St W, Thunder Bay.
Registration: Please contact dealer, Excalibur Motorcyle Works Ltd (807.622.0007), for available units and to register for demo rides. NIKEN GT demo opportunities will only be available through pre-registration with dealer.
20, Yamaha Motorcycle Power Tour, London, ON
On from 10 am to 4 pm at 466 McCormick Blvd, London, ON.
Registration: Please contact dealer, Inglis Cycle Center Ltd. (519-455-3840), for available units and to register for demo rides. NIKEN GT demo opportunities will only be available through pre-registration with dealer.
22, London Teen Challenge Freedom Ride, London, ON
Registration: Begins at 8:30 am. $20 per rider, $20 per passenger. If you raise more than $100 for Teen Challenge Ontario Men's Centre your registration fee will be waived.
22, Peel Widows Sons Ride for the Breath of Life, Shelburne, ON
Come out and support the annual ride in support of Cystic Fibrosis. This is the official ride of the Peel Chapter of the Widow's Son (free masons that ride). Last year we had over 50 bikes and raised over $11,000. We want to double that this year. We've planned a fabulous route through the hills and twisties and have prayed fervently that the sun gods will shine on us all day long.
Registration: Just $25 (+$10 for passenger) gets you a carb breakie at Super Burger (hwy 10 & 89) and a bbq lunch and door prize ticket back at the Kinsmen Hall in Streetsville. $35 gets you a shirt too!
22, Matthew Moretto Memorial Charity Run, St. Catharines, ON
Remember for Alzheimer's. Proceeds go the Niagara Alzheimers Society. Family-friendly, all welcome. Meet at Canadian Tire parking lot, 431 Louth Street between 10:30 to 11 am.
22, Wolfpack RC 2nd Annual Poker Run, Wingham, ON
This is our 2nd annual, in support of Adoptapet Pet Rescue, Lucknow. Proceeds will help fund vetting, food and shelter for the many hundreds of dogs and cats supported by this Rescue yearly. Every dollar counts and they need our help! All riders welcome and "colours" are proudly encouraged. You can donate a prize for our raffle draws. We are looking for a few volunteers to assist with the ride. Meal to follow at the Wingham Legion. We thank you in advance for your support!
Registration: Open from 11 am to 12:30 pm. $25 per rider, $15 per passenger, includes meal. We are gladly accepting donations via etransfer to wolfpackridingclub@gmail.com
22, Yamaha Motorcycle Power Tour, Harrowsmith, ON
On from 10 am to 4 pm at 3768 Road 38, Harrowsmith, ON.
Registration: Please contact dealer, The Performance Shed (613) 372-1280), for available units and to register for demo rides. NIKEN GT demo opportunities will only be available through pre-registration with dealer.
Recommended Route: The Rural Ride
23, 9th Annual Bobcaygeon Bikefest, Kawartha, ON
On from 9 am to 5 pm. Includes live music, great food, over 100 vendors, show & shine. A new tradition in Ontario's Summer Playground. In-town camping and lodging all weekend. There were over 15,000 attendees in 2015, don't miss it this year!
Registration: Free admission.
23, 10th Annual Merrickville Motorcycle Show, Merrickville, ON
MUAC presents Paul Tonon's 10th Annual Merrickville Motorcycle Show on Main Street from 10 am to 5 pm.
23, Yamaha Motorcycle Power Tour, Hammond, ON
On from 10 am to 4 pm at 457 Russell Rd, Hammond, ON.
Registration: Please contact dealer, Quad Expert (613) 487-7823), for available units and to register for demo rides. NIKEN GT demo opportunities will only be available through pre-registration with dealer.
26, Yamaha Motorcycle Power Tour, Peterborough, ON
On from 10 am to 4 pm at 1300 Hwy 7, Peterborough, ON.
Registration: Please contact dealer, Dewildt Marine & Powersports Peterborough (TBD), for available units and to register for demo rides. NIKEN GT demo opportunities will only be available through pre-registration with dealer.
28 - 29, Wildman's Rodeo & Stomp, Williamsburg, ON
Bike rally, rodeo, games, live bands, meal, and more. Featuring Friday night games at 7 pm followed by a live band. Rodeo Saturday at 2 pm and a Saturday night band. Also featuring vendors, food vendors, and much more.
29, Paul White's Spread Your Wings and Ride Fundraiser, Kitchener, ON
The time has come to start setting up this amazing gesture that all of my dad's friends have recommended doing. On June 29th at 1 pm the parking lot at Moose Lodge will open to bikes going on the bike run. The bike run will begin at 2 pm and then the actual hall opens around 8 for raffles and such. Then the dancing and raffle tables and 50/50 start. There will be a full table of raffles and a DJ will be playing.
Registration: There will be waivers to sign and to enter the run, you pay with any donation.
30, Fear Nothing Show and Shine, Belleville, ON
Come out for Sanity's Edge Crew 5th Annual Show and Shine. All proceeds to Fear Nothing Association of Ontario. Vendors wanted, donations accepted, all bikes welcome, colours welcome. There will be a bikers breakfast special. Categories include Best American, Sportster, Metric and Custom, 50/50, prizes draws, and more.
Registration: $5 donation.
May 2019 Ontario Motorcycle Events
24, 25, 2019 JRC Bash, Leamington, ON
Dedicated to raising money to send special needs kids to camp in memory of Jason Robert Church. The event starts on Friday night and includes a "graveyard ride" on Saturday morning as well as a poker run. There will be a pig roast and live music on Saturday afternoon into the evening. Camping is available, first come, first served.
25, Motorcycle Ride for Dad Huronia, Orillia, ON
Please join us for our ride which includes a poker run, lunch, door prizes, and much more; all while helping raise money to fight Prostate Cancer.
Registration: $30 per participant or with $100 raised in donations. Open from 7 to 9 am on ride day at Royal Canadian Legion, Orillia Branch 34, 215 Mississauga Street East. Kickstands up at 10 am sharp.
26, Motorcycle Ride for Dad Windsor, Windsor, ON
Please join us for our ride which includes a poker run, lunch, door prizes, and much more.
Registration: On ride day from 7 to 9:30 am at Thunder Road Harley-Davidson, 2139 Huron Church Road. $30 per participant. Free with $100 raised in donations. Kickstands up at 10 am.
Recommended Route: Ride the Windsor Essex Peninsula
25, Motorcycle Ride for Dad Kingston-Quinte, Kingston, ON
Registration: At a new location this year, Cataraqui Arena, back parking pot 1030 Sunnyside Rd., Kingston. $30 per participant or free with $100 raised in donations. Open on ride day from 7:30 to 9 am. Kickstands up at 9:30 am sharp.
30, VRRA Quinte TT 2019, Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory, ON
Round 1 will begin the VRRA's 2019 race season with the Quinte TT on Shannonville's 14-corner, 4.03 km-long track. Our very own race school will be held on the Thursday, with both phase one and two taking place on the Nelson circuit. A two-hour endurance race starts mid-Friday afternoon.
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Demonoid Down For a Week, Serving Malware Laden Ads
Posted by News Fetcher on August 02 '12 at 07:30 AM
By Unknown Lamer from Slashdot's don't-copy-that-floppy department:
hypnosec tipped us to reports that Demonoid is still down after a suffering a massive DDoS last week, and that the domain is now redirecting to a malware-ridden spam site. Notable for surviving a CRIA mandated shutdown, this may be lights out for the torrent tracker: "To begin, while Demonoid's admin told us that he would eventually bring the site back online, he clearly has other things on his mind. A really important family event puts a torrent site nowhere near the top of his priorities. ... Demonoid has been experiencing staffing issues this year. As we mentioned in an earlier article, there were rumors that one or maybe more Demonoid staffers had been questioned by authorities about their involvement in the site."
New Illinois Law Protecting Social Media Rights In the Workplace
By Unknown Lamer from Slashdot's get-drunk-post-incriminating-pictures-online department:
sl4shd0rk writes "Illinois (USA) Governor Pat Quinn signed a new law this week protecting employees' privacy rights concerning social media. Bill 3782 makes it illegal for an employer to request an employee's or job candidate's social network login credentials, in order to gain access to their account or profile. 'Members of the workforce should not be punished for information their employers don't legally have the right to have,' Governor Quinn said. 'As use of social media continues to expand, this new law will protect workers and their right to personal privacy.'"
The Cost To 'Promote' a Facebook Post: $200 To $500
By Unknown Lamer from Slashdot's really-expensive-syndication department:
nonprofiteer writes "There's been talk in recent months of Facebook's 'promoted posts' option. In beta testing, it cost about $5-10 dollars to get more of your friends/fans to see your posts in news feeds. Now that it's live, it's a bit more expensive, at least for those with big followings. On the Forbes Facebook page, the cost ranges from $200 to $500 to get from 50,000 to 250,000 people to see a given post. Another lame attempt at monetization, or will Facebook users actually pony up?"
This is what happens when everyone stops using RSS/Atom for syndication.
Valve Shares Performance Numbers On Port of Left4Dead
By Unknown Lamer from Slashdot's meaningless-but-interesting department:
New submitter nschubach writes in with an update on Valve's progress porting one of their games to GNU/Linux. From the article: "One factor in creating a good gaming experience is throughput. This post discusses some of what we've learned about the performance of our games running on Linux. ... After this work, Left 4 Dead 2 is running at 315 FPS on Linux. That the Linux version runs faster than the Windows version (270.6) seems a little counter-intuitive, given the greater amount of time we have spent on the Windows version. However, it does speak to the underlying efficiency of the kernel and OpenGL. Interestingly, in the process of working with hardware vendors we also sped up the OpenGL implementation on Windows. Left 4 Dead 2 is now running at 303.4 FPS with that configuration."
nschubach adds "It seems there are good things coming out of this for both Operating Systems!"
Harvard Software 3D Prints Articulated Action Figures
By Unknown Lamer from Slashdot's there-goes-the-miniatures-industry department:
An anonymous reader writes with an excerpt from an article at Geek.com "A team of computer scientists at Harvard University have developed a piece of software that allows anyone to 3D print their own action figures at home. Not only will the models carry the likeness of the character, they will also be fully articulated. The software can take an animated 3D character and figure out where best to place its joints. In what is referred to as reverse rendering, the software first looks at an animated character's shape and movement and identifies the best joint points (original paper, paywalled). It then adjusts the size of the different parts of the model so as to allow a real joint to work once printed. Optimizations are then carried out to produce a model as close as possible to the on-screen version, but at the same time workable as an actual real-world, articulated 3D model."
The bad news: Harvard is patenting everything and wants to commercialize it on a proprietary basis. The good news: An anonymous reader pointed toward the paper in full.
Security Expert: Huawei Routers Riddled With Vulnerabilities
By Unknown Lamer from Slashdot's more-like-riddled-with-features department:
sabri writes "Cnet reports that German security expert Felix Lindner has unearthed several vulnerabilities in Huawei's carrier grade routers. These vulnerabilities could potentially enable attackers, or the Chinese government, to snoop on users' traffic and/or perform a man-in-the-middle attack. While these routers are mostly in use in Asia, Africa and the Middle East, they are increasingly being used in other parts of the world as well, because of their dirt-cheap pricing. Disclaimer: I work for one of their competitors."
Via the H, you can check out the presentation slides. Yesterday Huawei issued a statement 'We are aware of the media reports on security vulnerabilities in some small Huawei routers and are verifying these claims...'
Bill Would Force Patent Trolls To Pay Defendants' Legal Bills
By samzenpus from Slashdot's pay-up-sucker department:
First time accepted submitter TrueSatan writes "With support from the EFF's Defend Freedom Project two Republican congressmen seek to introduce a bill called the 'Shield Act' which, if passed, would enable judges to award costs to defendants if they are found to be the victims of frivolous patent litigation. From the article: 'A new bill introduced in the House of Representatives attempts to deter frivolous patent litigation by forcing unsuccessful patent plaintiffs to cover defendants' legal costs. Introduced by Rep. Peter DeFazio (D-OR) and co-sponsored by Rep. Jason Chaffetz (R-UT), the Saving High-Tech Innovators from Egregious Legal Disputes (SHIELD) Act is limited to patents related to computer hardware and software.'"
South Korea To Restart Its Oldest Nuclear Reactor
By samzenpus from Slashdot's fire-it-up department:
ananyo writes "South Korea's oldest nuclear reactor is set to restart after a four-month closure, despite strong opposition from local residents and activists. The Kori-1 reactor in Busan was shut down on 13 March, after it was revealed that the reactor and its emergency generator had temporarily lost power during routine maintenance the month before, causing the coolant temperature to rise. The power failure did not cause an accident, but a report by the International Atomic Energy Agency in Vienna discovered that senior engineers from Korea Hydro and Nuclear Power, which runs the reactor, had neglected the safety problems for more than a month after the loss of power. In June, after a safety check, the IAEA gave the green light for Kori-1 to resume operation. Korea's Nuclear Safety and Security Commission (NSSC) approved the restart on 4 July, but activists and local residents remain strongly opposed to restarting the reactor. At first, the Korean Ministry of Knowledge Economy, which oversees energy policy, had said that the restart would be delayed to alleviate anxiety. But the government changed its mind as a result of a nationwide heatwave that has put a strain on the country's electricity supply in recent days."
The Tricky Science of Olympic Gender Testing
Posted by News Fetcher on August 01 '12 at 11:15 PM
By samzenpus from Slashdot's if-it-walks-like-a-duck department:
First time accepted submitter erdos-bacon sandwich writes "Gender tests may be the most controversial obstacle the athletes face. The London Games tries a new approach based on testosterone. Of all the obstacles athletes have had to overcome to compete in the Olympics, perhaps the most controversial has been the gender test. Originally designed to prevent men from competing in women's events, it is based on the premise that competitors can be sorted into two categories via established scientific rules. But the biological boundaries of gender aren't always clear."
Overconfidence May Be a Result of Social Politeness
By samzenpus from Slashdot's tell-it-like-it-is department:
An anonymous reader writes "Joyce Ehrlinger from Florida State University has researched this very phenomenon. and has led her to present a paper called "Polite But Not Honest: How an Absence of Negative Social Feedback Contributes to Overconfidence" at the American Psychological Association's annual conference in Orlando on Friday. Social norms, Ehrlinger says, are the reason that we are averse to giving negative feedback. Her research recreated everyday social situations in which we hold back from giving our own negative views."
Judge Rules Oracle Must Continue Porting Software To Itanium
By samzenpus from Slashdot's stick-around department:
angry tapir writes "A California court has ordered Oracle to continue porting its software to the Intel Itanium chips used by Hewlett-Packard in a number of its servers.Last year, Oracle, which competes with HP in the hardware market but shares many customers with the vendor, announced it would cease supporting Itanium. HP filed suit in June 2011, maintaining that Oracle was contractually bound to continue supporting Itanium."
Anonymous Helps Turn In Hacker Who Targeted Charity
By samzenpus from Slashdot's community-watch department:
netbuzz writes "A hacker who defaced and disabled the website of a New Zealand film company known for helping poor children could find himself in legal hot water in his home country of Spain after his attack spurred a Facebook/Twitter posse that included members of Anonymous, who the hacker may have been trying to impress. 'Apparently, one of the (Anonymous) rules is you don't hack charity sites, you don't hack sites of people trying to help kids,' says the owner of the damaged site. 'This guy was trying to impress them, to try and get into their group and boasting about what he'd done — but they turned on him, they chased him.'"
Inside Virttex, Ford's Driver Distraction Simulator
By samzenpus from Slashdot's hands-inside-the-simulator department:
An anonymous reader writes "After my collision the world went blank but I didn't see angels and harps because the highway and the crash situation were imaginary, created inside Ford's Virttex (virtual text track experiment cockpit simulator). Functioning much like a simulator for pilots, this domed virtual world on pitching and sliding stilts has been used to test car cockpits and instruments since 2001. It played a role in the development of recent center stacks such as MyFord Touch. In recent years, Ford used Virttex driver distraction research to learn more about what causes driver inattention and what countermeasures Ford can embed into cars to keep people like me from becoming another Darwinian statistic. It also gives Ford a leg up on the competition — Ford says it's the only automaker in the U.S. with a virtual reality simulator of this magnitude."
Commodore 64 turns 30
By samzenpus from Slashdot's happy-birthday department:
will_die writes "The Commodore 64 came out 30 years ago and to celebrate this the BBC went and got two groups of kids to try out an old system, complete with tape drive. Sure to bring a few grins to people who had one of theses old systems. From the article: 'The Commodore's ability to display 16 colours, smoothly scroll graphics and play back music through its superior SID (sound interface device) chip - even while loading programs off tape - helped win over fans, but it did not become the market leader until the late 1980s.'" Last spring a modern version of the C64 was released.
Swiss Bank Threatens to Sue NASDAQ Over Facebook IPO
By samzenpus from Slashdot's what-took-you-so-long department:
jfruh writes "On the day of the Facebook IPO, the NASDAQ's trading systems suffered multiple failures and couldn't confirm buy orders for several hours. Big banks buying shares for their funds and customers placed multiple orders as a result, and bought more Facebook stock than they intended to as a result. NASDAQ has agreed to set up a fund to compensate them for their losses, but apparently this isn't enough for Swiss bank UBS, which is threatening legal action."
Entangled Particles Break Classical Law of Thermodynamics, Say Physicists
By Soulskill from Slashdot's not-in-homer's-house department:
New submitter Zex_Suik writes "Japanese physicists have used one of Maxwell's thought experiments and the ability to turn information into energy to extract more energy from an entangled system than should be possible according to the laws of thermodynamics (abstract). From the article: 'Imagine two boxes of particles with trap door between them. You want to use the trap door to guide the faster particles into one box and the slower particles into the other. In a classical experiment you would have to measure the particles in both boxes to do this experiment. But things are different if the particles in one box are entangled with the particles in the other. In that case, measurements on the particles in one box give you info about both sets of particles. In essence, you're getting information for nothing. And since you can convert that information into energy, there is clear advantage when entanglement plays a role. That's hugely significant. It means that the laws of thermodynamics depend not only on classical phenomenon and information but on quantum effects too.'"
Existing Solar Tech Could Power Entire US, Says NREL
By Soulskill from Slashdot's could-but-won't department:
derekmead writes "A new report from the National Renewable Energy Laboratory finds that solar holds more potential to generate more power (PDF) than any other clean energy source. The NREL broke things down into four groups: urban and rural utility-scale photovoltaics (giant solar plants, basically) as well as rooftop solar and concentrated mirror arrays. Between those technologies, which are all already on the market, the NREL reckons there's a proven potential for solar to hit a capacity of 200,000 gigawatts in the United States alone. For some perspective, 1 gigawatt is what a single nuclear power plant might generate, and it's more than most coal plants. A gigawatt of capacity is enough to power approximately 700,000 homes."
How Much Detail Is Too Much For Games?
By Soulskill from Slashdot's i-don't-need-to-see-mario's-pores department:
jones_supa writes "Gamasutra editor Eric Schwarz gives thought to the constantly increasing amount of graphical detail in computer games. He notes how the cues leading the player can be hindered too much if they drown in the surroundings, making it harder for the game to hint whether the player is making progress. Consistent visual language helps to categorize various objects, making their meaning more obvious. Paths through the game world can be difficult to read simply due to dense vegetation. For some cases 'obfuscation through detail' can also actually work really well. Schwarz challenges us to ponder how the amount of detail makes a game either more or less enjoyable."
Oculus Rift Virtual Reality Headset Blows Past Kickstarter Goal
By Soulskill from Slashdot's use-it-with-your-flying-car department:
Virtual reality headsets have historically been very disappointing. While the concept has been fun and interesting, the technological realities never quite lived up to expectations, and hardware developers largely gave up on research into this kind of device. However, it's been long enough that display technology has caught up to our ambitions. So, where are our VR headsets? Well, hobbyist Palmer Luckey asked that same question, and when he couldn't find a good answer, he decided to build one himself. He and his team have built a prototype, and they just launched a Kickstarter campaign to distribute developer kits. The campaign blew past its $250,000 goal in hours. What's interesting about this particular campaign is that Palmer took the Oculus Rift to various development studios and managed to get enthusiastic endorsements from some big names, including Cliff Bleszinski, Gabe Newell, and John Carmack.
Google Clamps Down On Spam, Intrusive Ads In Apps
By Soulskill from Slashdot's their-way-or-the-highway department:
An anonymous reader tips news that Google has sent out a letter to app developers explaining policy changes for any new apps published on the Google Play store. In-app purchases must now use Google Play's payment system unless it's for goods or services used outside the app itself. They've added language to dissuade developers from making their apps look like other apps, or like they come from other developers. But more significantly, Google has explained in detail what qualifies as spam: repetitive content, misleading product descriptions, gaming the rating system, affiliate traffic apps, or apps that send communications without user consent. Also, advertisements within apps must now follow the same rules as the app itself, and they can't be intrusive: Ads can't install things like shortcuts or icons without consent, they must notify the user of settings changes, they can't simulate notifications, and they can't request personal information to grant full app function.

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We're likewise impressed by the many different approaches that these businesses take to increasing ecommerce sales with live chat on their website. Every ecommerce product presents a unique communication challenge, and our customers have honed in on the exact moments and scenarios in which live chat makes the biggest positive difference.
Ready for some serious sales-boosting inspiration? Read on for three of the many ecommerce sales stories we've collected over the past few years!
Nosh Detox is an award-winning London-based company that prepares and delivers nutritionally-based fresh food and juices for clients around the world, and employs trained nutritionists to develop meal plans that promote health and well-being.
In 2013, the Nosh Detox team added Olark live chat software to their website. The company's business growth manager at the time told us live chat had been an especially effective tool for meeting two of the company's major needs: encouraging repeat purchases, and connecting customers with nutrition experts.
Encouraging repeat purchases: "Returning customers are literally the easiest sales conversation," said a Nosh Detox spokesperson. "For those customers, the ability to place an order without breaking away from what they're working on is a big plus. We already have their payment information on file, so they can authorize a purchase in chat, and we process the order."
Through chat, at least one returning customer had placed a £400 order over live chat. That order took less than five minutes to complete.
Pro tip: Most live chat software, including Olark, allows you to easily identify returning visitors. Keep a lookout for that "returning visitor" label in your agent console, so you can be sure to give those folks prompt service (and maybe a little upsell nudge)!
Connecting customers with experts: With any highly nuanced product, it's important to give customers a direct line of communication with experts for accurate product information. But those experts shouldn't be so focused on the product that they lack general knowledge.
At Nosh Detox, operators are nutritionists well-versed on general health and wellness. This helps them ask the right questions so they can better understand a customer's goals and needs. As the Nosh Detox spokesperson told me, "Especially with nutrition, it's important for a customer to know exactly what they're buying and what they're getting involved with in one of our meal plans. When we can give a customer the information they're after in black and white, they're more likely to purchase."
Pro tip: If the product experts in your company aren't already talking to customers, consider asking them to take a short chat shift once in awhile. Here at Olark, All Hands Support ensures that we always have a diverse mix of experts on chat. Your team will be surprised by how much fun live chat conversations can be!
Founded by Jane Clayton in 1979, Jane Clayton & Company designs and installs show home, hotel and private client interiors. In 2014, the company added Olark Live Chat to the channels it uses to help customers with bespoke and made-to-measure furnishing purchases. Retail Technology UK captured highlights of the team's experience with live chat in their May 2015 issue.
Jane Clatyon & Company identified two major use cases for live chat: selling custom products, and engaging overseas customers.
Selling custom products: "It's a complex process to sell bespoke curtains or blinds online," says Bertie Clayton. "There's quite a bit of choice with length, heading style, that sort of thing. Live chat allows customers to ask details about the manufacturing process or about choosing various options, and continue to browse as they chat."
Pro tip: Make sure you save customer product preferences, so you can provide personal service to returning customers. If you use a CRM, such as Salesforce, integrate it with your live chat software so you can easily attach chat transcripts to customer records.
Pro tip: Using Google Translate to chat with international visitors? Save common translations as canned responses so you don't have to re-translate every time. And be sure to let visitors know that you're translating, so they understand that your language may be imperfect and your responses a bit slower.
Clarence Bethea created Upsie because he wanted to make it easier for consumers to buy the right kind of warranty for their personal electronics. He also knows it's tricky to convince customers they need a warranty, so he started using Olark Live Chat to address their sales objections.
When we spoke to Clarence last year, he explained how he used live chat to take a sale over the finish line.
Providing the final nudge: On the very first day of his Olark Live Chat free trial, Clarence chatted with a customer who was indecisive about purchasing a warranty. The customer had a bunch of questions, including some of the differences between Upsie and a rival company.
Sensing that the customer needed one more small push, Clarence quickly transitioned from question answerer to salesman. "I was able to say, 'Hey, if you purchase with us today, I can give you this code for 10% off,'" he recalled. That was just the incentive the customer needed to pull the trigger, and he bought a warranty on the spot.
"We knew right then that this was a great tool for us to have," Clarence told us.
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