Having done this route twice in the last week, I am reminded: this is one of the best routes around Calgary (even if I do say so myself).
Incorporating many of the good roads northwest of the city (with multiple variations possible through Bearspaw), the northernmost extent of the route features the Madden golf course (beer! picnic tables!) and the entirety of Symons Valley Road.
Awesome scenery, great roads, limited traffic and largely smooth blacktop. I challenge anyone for a better 100-130km loop starting and finishing in Calgary.
The approximate route is on bikely.com and locally.
Ryan enjoying Symons Valley road near Madden
Checking out the picnic tables in Madden