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13 June 2024
Cycle away the chilly days

Winter has arrived in Tasmania, with shorter days and chillier weather, but that’s even more incentive to keep moving to stay fit and connected. Our rides in coming weeks will keep you warm, just remember your gloves and neck warmers.

Blackmans Bay to Tinderbox loop – Saturday 22 June

The 19km Blackmans Bay to Tinderbox loop on Saturday 22 June is a relaxed ride on rolling hills and offers some spectacular views.

Meet ride leader Jack at The Beach restaurant carpark in Blackmans Bay at 9.45am for the ride on mostly sealed roads (there is a short gravel section) with a morning tea stop at Tinderbox Beach.

Coffee afterwards at The Beach, please RSVP in case of cancellation via https://ridewithgps.com/events/311502-blackmans-bay-to-tinderbox-loop-ride

Extended Tranmere Trundle – Sunday 23 June

The 30km Tranmere Trundle on Sunday 23 June is a relaxing ride on mostly paths and quiet roads, with a few hills thrown in to wake you up.

Meet ride leader David at 9.45am at the Simmons Park car park in Lindisfarne – you can also meet the group at Kangaroo Bay, but please let David know to look out for you.

Bring a drink and snacks for a break at Pindos Park. There will be lunch afterwards at one of the cafes on the return leg. RSVP in case of cancellation via https://ridewithgps.com/events/311502-blackmans-bay-to-tinderbox-loop-ride

Flight of the Folders – Saturday 29 June

Good things come in small packages and folding bikes are generally evidence of that. Join other folding bike enthusiasts on Saturday 29 June for the 23km Flight of the Folders ride to MONA.

Meet ride leader Di at the Cenotaph car park at McVilly Drive at 9.45am for a 10am start to ride along the Intercity Cycleway to MONA for coffee and snacks before returning the same way.

Please RSVP in case of cancellation via https://ridewithgps.com/events/303756-flight-of-the-folders

E-bike coffee cruise: The Queens View – Friday 5 July

The easy 10km e-bike cruise to the Queens Domain on Friday 5 July will add the new Campbell Street bike lanes to its journey of exploration.

Meet ride leader Di at 10.15am at the front of Brooke Street Pier for the ride along shared paths, on-road lanes and off-road paths.

The group will finish at Jam Packed at 11.30am for the monthly Coffee, Chat and Cycles get together. All welcome.

Please RSVP in case of cancellation via https://ridewithgps.com/events/318950-e-bike-coffee-cruise-the-queen-s-view-to

NW YuleFest weekend: Longford – 6–7 July 

Join the northwest riders group for a Christmas in July dinner and a weekend of riding out of Longford on 6-7 July led by ride leader Keith B. 

Book your own accommodation, but let organiser Helen know if you want to come for dinner. 

Day 1: Longford Carrick Loop 54km, with shorter option of Longford–Bishopsbourne and return – 28km. Meet at Longford Park, Wellington Street between Lyttleton and Archer streets, just up from and opposite JJ's Bakery.
Be ready to ride 10am. BYO lunch for stop at Carrick.

Day 2: Cressy Loop – 24 km. Car to Cressy, meet at Cressy Bakery 10am for morning tea before the ride. Option of lunch at bakery before returning.

More details at: https://ridewithgps.com/events/308184-nw-yulefest-weekend-longford 

Moonah Mountain Moaner – Sunday 7 July

The Moonah Mountain Moaner on Sunday 7 July is a great heart starter in just an 18km loop.

Meet ride leader David at the car park next to the Cornelian Bay Boathouse café at 9.15am for the ride along suburban streets and gravel shortcuts.

This is a steep ride with some rough surfaces suited to wide tyres and experienced riders.

Please RSVP in case of cancellation via https://ridewithgps.com/events/318418-moonah-mountain-moaner

TBUG rides 
  • Wednesday 26 June: Westbury to Whitemore, meet ride leader Mick at 9.15am at the sports ground at 21 Franklin Street, Westbury. 42km, 20–25km/h pace.
  • Wednesday 3 July: Westbury to Exton, meet ride leader Mick at 9.15am at the sports ground at 21 Franklin Street, Westbury. 42km, 20–25km/h pace.
  • Wednesday 10 July: Cressy to Blackwood Creek, meet ride leader Mick at 9.15am at the Big Fish on Main Road, Cressy. 44km, 20–25km/h pace.
Upcoming rides & events  

If you would like to be one of our Ride Leaders, please email our Rides Coordinator with your contact details and what sort of riding you are interested in and we'll let you know when the next Ride Leader Skills Development Workshop is scheduled. You don't have to be super fit or into competitive riding, our rides are a mixed bag depending on the interests of our ride leaders. They offer everything from short 1-2 hour rides, with stops along the way to day-long excursions.  

COVID-19 guidelines  

Our social rides leaders follow a set of protocols to help make our rides safer:  

  • Meeting places for rides will have plenty of space for people to maintain 1.5 metre to 2 metre distancing while unloading bikes, listening to the briefing, and getting ready to ride.  
  • Riders are asked to register online or via phone so there is no paper being handed around on the day.   

People are asked not to attend rides if they have fever, cough, sore throat, fatigue, shortness of breath or runny nose or are in mandated isolation.

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