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17 October 2025
Windy days won’t ruin our rides

We’re making the call that the next fortnight of rides won’t be blighted by the winds that have buffeted the state for the past month but don’t blame us if we’re wrong! From a short trip through Hobart, meander around Launceston’s trails or coastal pathway adventure, our volunteers have a ride that will suit your cycling soft spot.

Crabtree Crawl – Saturday 25 October

The picturesque Huon Valley is a great destination for a 25km springtime ride, on Saturday 25 October the Crabtree Crawl will deliver in spades.

Meet ride leader David at Willie Smiths Apple Shed at 9.45am for the ride mostly along quieter streets that will allow you drink in your surrounds (note, there is a section riding in the shoulder of busy Huon Road).

Some of the highlights include Sleeping Beauty range, vineyards, pastures, orchards and old hop kilns. Coffee stop along the way at Summer Kitchen Bakery and lunch/cider after at Willie Smith’s.

Please RSVP in case of cancellation via https://ridewithgps.com/events/395509-crabtree-crawl

Forth Ramble – Sunday 26 October 

The Forth Ramble on Sunday 26 October will provide two ride options to explore the area to Paloona Bridge. 

Meet ride leader Roger Nichols at the Forth Recreation Ground car park in Mell Street, ready to ride at 11 am.

The easier 30 km option is to turn around at the bridge and head back to Forth, with the option of continuing downstream to Leith before returning.

The longer, hilly 32km option heads uphill from Paloona Bridge to Melrose and  Forthside. Those with surplus energy can continue via Braddons Lookout to Leith before dropping to Leith Road and returning along the river.

Please RSVP in case of cancellation which will be the night before or by 8 am on the morning: https://ridewithgps.com/events/429085-forth-ramble

E-bike Coffee Cruise: Cascade and Collins St  – Friday 7 November 

Join ride leader Di to cruise your e-bike through town to Cascade brewery and return on Friday 7 November.

The 9km ride is a comfortable introduction to riding through the city and enjoying the Hobart Rivulet Path and its many picturesque views. Coffee towards the end of the ride at the Collins Street outdoor tables.

Meet at Brooke Street Pier at 10.15am, please RSVP in case of cancellation via https://ridewithgps.com/events/384673-e-bike-coffee-cruise-cascade-and-collins

Tunnels and Bridges – Sunday 9 November

The 25km Tunnels and Bridges on Sunday 9 November is a fun exploration of the cycling short cuts through the northern suburbs.

Join ride leader David at the Cenotaph car park at 9.45am to head out along  the Intercity Cycleway before branching off through New Town, Derwent Park and Montrose. Returning along the cycleway.

There will be a coffee stop near the end of the ride, please RSVP in case of cancellation via https://ridewithgps.com/events/397728-tunnels-and-bridges

TBUG Rides 
  • Wednesday 29 October: Westbury, Deloraine, Golden Valley/Bogan Rd, meet ride leader Mick at 9.15am at the sports ground at 21 Franklin Street, Westbury. 57/43km, 20–25km/h pace: https://tamarbug.org.au/event/westbury-deloraine-golden-valley-bogan-rd-57-43k-3c/
  • Thursday 30 October: The Thursday night twilight rides are back! Join rider leader Di at the Park Street entrance to Royal Park at 5.45pm for a leisurely ride around the trails and paths of town. 15km, 13–15km/h pace: https://tamarbug.org.au/event/trails-around-launceston-2a-15km-33/
  • Wednesday 5 November: Longford Carrick Pitts Lane, meet ride leader Mick at 9.15am at Lyttleton Street, Longford. 57km, 20–25km/h pace: https://tamarbug.org.au/event/longford-carrick-pitts-la-57k-3c-2/
  • Thursday 6 November: The Thursday night twilight rides are back! Join rider leader Di at the Park Street entrance to Royal Park at 5.45pm for a leisurely ride around the trails and paths of town. 15km, 13–15km/h pace: https://tamarbug.org.au/event/trails-around-launceston-2a-15km-34/

Get involved in social rides

 If you would like to be one of our social 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.

Our ambassador routes have been developed by our social rides coordinator Di with help from other riders. It's another way of helping more people to ride if you don't have the time to run regular social rides. 

 Upcoming rides & events  
  • Turners Beach – Sunday 30 November 

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