APRIL 25, 2027
PARIS TO ANCASTER
Bicycle Race
For over a century, the roads of northern Europe have been home to the toughest bicycle races in the world. The most famous of these, Paris to Roubaix, takes place each spring over brutal cobblestone roads that have been preserved in their historic condition for over 100 years. Inspired by this classic race, the Paris to Ancaster has taken place since 1994 over the most memorable gravel roads, farm lanes, and rail trails we can find. Please join us on April 25th, 2027 to become part of the history of this unique race! The prices below include mandatory processing fees automatically added to the base price of each sub event. To review the base price of the sub-event you wish to choose, please visit our website HERE. |
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Registration fees
Where pricing applies, shown amounts include mandatory charges, items, and fees.
P2A CLASSIC
Price changes in 1 month 23 days-
An approximately 70Km ride for all cycling enthusiasts. Join thousands in this truly unique ride, which first took place in 1994.
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Register for P2A CLASSICCA$113.10Now registering Oct 13 – Dec 6
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P2A KIDS RIDE Course
Price changes in 1 month 23 days-
Included in registration are the following: • An early bird supervised area from 8am to allow parents to get to the start if they are racing • 3 hours of mountain bike instruction from certified Cycling Canada instructors, featuring a student/instructor ratio 5 to 1. • Lunch • Drop off and Pick up location is the Ancaster Community Center/Robert E. Wade Community Park • Post program supervision to allow time for Mom and/or Dad to finish their ride.
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Register for P2A KIDS RIDE CourseCA$28.21Now registering Oct 13 – Dec 6
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P2A CENTO
Price changes in 1 month 23 days-
A 110Km+ P2A event for experienced racers and those looking to challenge themselves to our longest distance. Please note that there are time cut-offs that will be strictly enforced.
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Register for P2A CENTOCA$177.70Now registering Oct 13 – Dec 6
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P2A BRÈVE
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An approximately 45Km event that is fast, fun, and includes some of the iconic sections from the longer P2A rides
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Register for P2A BRÈVECA$91.57Now registering Oct 13 – Dec 6
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P2A CENTO
The P2A CENTO is a point-to-point route which begins at the Paris Fairgrounds in Paris, Ontario.
CENTO means "one hundred" in Italian, which is the approximate distance of this race, although we’ve now managed to push the distance above 110km. Its name is derived from Latin, meaning a patchwork, like a quilt or jacket, or in our case, a patchwork of gravel roads, rail trails, farm laneways, etc.
The first third of the route takes riders through quiet gently rolling gravel roads and along the Grand River Rail Trail to reach the south end of Cambridge. After a short section through some city parks and bike paths, the route returns to the countryside in North Dumfries and into some more rolling terrain after joining up with the Classic route just after 50km.
The route then passes-through a series of private property sections before reaching the rest stop in Harrisburg just before 80km. From there, the route tackles a series of rail trails, gravel roads and farm laneways on its way to the iconic final 7km section in the Dundas Valley.
Tackled first is the muddy descent of the Mineral Springs (approx. 300m long), then 2km on rolling gravel, and then the longer, but equally muddy, descent of Powerline Road (approx. 500m long) before reaching Gravel Pit Rd. The route then descends into the Dundas Valley before tackling the equally legendary climb up Old Martin Road.
You're only 3km from the finish, you’re likely tired, and this is a challenging section. If you can stay on your bike for the whole climb, give yourself a big pat on the back and push through the Finish Line at the top. Challenge yourself on this true epic!
P2A CLASSIC
The P2A CLASSIC is approximately 70km long and begins at Waynco Aggregates just south of Cambridge, Ontario.
Since 1994 thousands of riders have tackled this iconic route, and sometimes the elements, at “Ontario’s Spring Classic”.
The first third of the route takes riders through quiet gently rolling gravel roads in North Dumfries and through a series of private property sections before reaching the rest stop in Harrisburg.
From there, the route uses a series of rail trails, rolling gravel roads and scenic farm laneways passing through Lyden and Jerseyville on its way to the iconic final 7km section in the Dundas Valley.
Tackled first is the muddy descent of the Mineral Springs (approx. 300m long), then 2km on rolling gravel, and then the longer, but equally muddy, descent of Powerline Road (approx. 500m long) before reaching Gravel Pit Rd. The route then descends into the Dundas Valley before tackling the equally legendary climb up Old Martin Road.
You're only 3km from the finish, you’re likely tired, and this is a challenging section. If you can stay on your bike for the whole climb, give yourself a big pat on the back and push through the Finish Line at the top. Join us and experience “Ontario’s Spring Classic”!
P2A BRÈVE
The P2A BRÈVE is approximately 45km long and begins at the St. George Arena in St George, Ontario. Compared to the other P2A race distances, it is brief, or "brève" in French.
Starting in 2001 we have offered this shorter route which still gives riders an authentic Paris to Ancaster experience
After 5km on paved roads leaving St. George, the route passes through Harrisburg before travelling along a series of rail trails, rolling gravel roads and scenic farm laneways. The route passes through Lyden and Jerseyville on its way to the iconic final 7km section in the Dundas Valley.
Tackled first is the muddy descent of the Mineral Springs (approx. 300m long), then 2km on rolling gravel, and then the longer, but equally muddy, descent of Powerline Road (approx. 500m long) before reaching Gravel Pit Rd. The route then descends into the Dundas Valley before tackling the equally legendary climb up Old Martin Road.
You're only 3km from the finish, you’re likely tired, and this is a challenging section. If you can stay on your bike for the whole climb, give yourself a big pat on the back and push through the Finish Line at the top. It’s a memorable ride and is seeing more and more participants every year!
P2A VIP PACKAGE
A package of services usually reserved for professional cyclists or Olympians. We will enhance your experience with perks, including:
- Reserved Parking on Race Morning at the Finish Line
- P2A VIP Swag Package
- Bus Transportation to your Start from the Finish Line
- Bike Transport to your Start from the Finish Line
- Baggage Transport from the Finish Line to the VIP area at your Start
- VIP Area near your Start
- Coffee and Grab-and-Go Snacks in the VIP area
- Start Line Plate Pick-Up (Swag pick up at Finish Line)
- Post Race Showers
- Professionally Catered Post-Race Lunch
P2A KIDS PROGRAM
For many years, P2A has offered a Race Day Kid's Program.
We're presenting a full program of fun for riders aged 8-13.
There is an early bird supervised area starting at 8AM, followed by 3 hours of Mountain Bike Instruction by Certified Cycling Canada Instructors. Lunch is provided, and so is post-program supervision if the parent(s) are still racing. It's great fun and always a good time.
Contact information
- Event contact
- The P2A Team
- Phone
- (705) 797-4951
- Website
- Visit website
