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Celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2018, the Paris to Ancaster Bike Race has seen thousands ride on paved and gravel roads, and along muddy farm lanes, making it Ontario’s Spring Classic. (Paris, Ont.; April 29; 70 km, 40 km, 20 km; $30–$90; parisancaster.com) The Appalachian Classic lets you enjoy the spectacular scenery of central Quebec as you try to win your weight in maple syrup. (Victoriaville, Que.; Aug. 25; 65 km, 107 km, 135 km, $85–$100; theappalachianclassic.com) The Dirty Phil is promoted as “not your dad’s fondo,” and focuses on fun times, good gravel and riding bikes for the pure joy of the experience. (Kelowna, B.C.; June 16; 90 km, 130 km; $118–$138; dirtyphil.com)