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Rides and events from 13th March 2017
Here is your list of Bike Fun events and more. Love to see you on a ride soon! Bike Fun rides mostly go at a social pace, Some rides are off-road recreational, some are on-road mini-masses. Food and moderate alcohol consumption are often featured. We also list rides organised by others, usually with a link to their website.
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Stop Fining Healthy Transport

Start: Sat, 18 Mar 2017
Time: 11:00 am
Finish: 12:00 pm
Meeting place: Green Park Cafe, 815 Nicholson Street, Carlton North

Details

Freestyle Cyclists are holding a helmet optional protest ride – “Stop Fining Healthy Transport”.

The route was specifically chosen:
  • To be away from cars and other motorised traffic
  • To not cause interference with other road users
  • To be safe, relaxed and enjoyable
  • Demonstrate various safe bicycle infrastructure design
The planned route can be found at https://goo.gl/maps/2WvYb8U4r1s
We have liaised with the police, and registered the ride with them.  At this stage they have not expressed an interest in attending.  We do not anticipate any action being taken against those who choose not to wear a helmet but we can’t guarantee that police patrols will not take an interest in us in the course of their normal duties.
We will be approaching various media organisations prior to the ride, and hope for both publicity and even some media presence on the day.  So please come along if you can, and feel free to bring along friends and family.  You can register your interest in coming on our Facebook events page at https://www.facebook.com/pg/FreestyleCyclists/events/?ref=page_internal
More information

http://www.freestylecyclists.org/freestyle-cyclists-helmet-optional-ride/
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World Naked Bike Ride – Melbourne

Start: Sun, 19 Mar 2017
Time: 12:00 pm
Finish: 2:00 pm
Meeting place: Edinburgh Gardens, Fitzroy

Details

In 2017, the World Naked Bike Ride returns to Melbourne, bigger and better than ever.

Join us for a fun naked ride to raise awareness of cyclist safety and to ensure that drivers can “see us now”. Bring your friends and family, with your bikes, helmets and body paint and nude up for a great cause.

Check out our new website at…

http://www.wnbrmelbourne.com.au

and follow us on Facebook to keep up to date with plans for the ride.

More information

http://www.wnbrmelbourne.com.au
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Festival of Women’s Cycling – The Women’s Ride

Start: Sat, 25 Mar 2017
Time: 7:00 am
Finish: Sun, 26 Mar 2017 7:00 am
Meeting place:

Details

Cycling Victoria will encourage more women to hop on their bike with a Festival of Women’s Cycling in March in Melbourne and regional Victoria.

A range of women’s riding events will be held over the weekend of March 25 & 26 empowering women to try different types of cycling and listen to talks and take part in social or competitive rides.

Participation opportunities will cover all aspects of cycling including cyclocross, track, mountain biking, BMX, road and trail riding to name a few. Many events are family friendly and, of course, men are welcome too!

Cycling is progressing at an unexpected rate in Victoria where adult and junior participation has grown, but participation among women in cycling is still roughly only 20 percent in the state according to Festival Director and Riding & People Manager at Cycling Victoria, Mark Drehlich.

“This is concerning to us because there are so many benefits from cycling for women and families, yet research is showing that real and perceived barriers exist that are stopping women from jumping on a bike,” said Mark.

“Female cyclists – beginner, advanced or anywhere in-between – enjoy access to a broad range of cycling types and hopping on a bike doesn’t mean lycra or competitive events, if that’s not what you’re into.

“There are so many options whether you’re looking for transport, fun or fitness – you can hit the dirt on a BMX bike, find one of Melbourne’s hidden trail rides, take your vintage bike to the markets along bike paths and bike lanes or take part in one of our Social Spin sessions on a supplied stationary bike in a Melbourne park.

“We encourage everyone to find time to hop on a bike and not be shy about trying a new type of two-wheel fun – there are plenty of beginners out there giving it a whirl and lots of support groups and programs. We’re also lucky that Melbourne is one of the most cycle-friendly cities in Australia.”

In metro Melbourne, events include a ‘Come & try track cycling’ session at Harrison Street Veledrome and a breakfast and casual ride starting at Roberts Reserve in Brunswick.

To find out more information about the Festival and local events happening near you, please visit http://thewomensride.com.au/.

 

More information

http://thewomensride.com.au/
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Ride the dandenongs

Start: Sun, 23 Apr 2017
Time: 9:30 am
Finish: 5:00 pm
Meeting place: Boronia train Station

Details

ABOUT :This ride will be in a  loop using  back roads through the Dandenongs  This is a hilly  using gravel and sealed roads. little traffic about.   Mt Dandenong township, past William Rickett’s Sanctuary  Olinda Falls.  National Rhododendron Gardens and down the big descent on Olinda-Monbulk Rd

On all Rides WE LEAVE NO ONE BEHIND

Online Map:   Click here Dandenong ranges map

Bail out Station :Belgrave station 26km

Trains:Flinders St Station Platform 2 take lilydale 8:36am train  change at Ringwood station for  Belgrave train to Boroina station

Meet Rear Carriage train  or at Boronia station 9:38am we leave 9 :45am

Suit : Mtb,Cross bike, touring, hybrid which are all similar 32mm tyres or more

Suitable Rider : Intermediate   can cycle 60km or more

 distance:  50 km

Things to bring: Water bottle or two, wet weather clothing or sunscreen, a spare tube, pump, any bike tools, money and your myki card etc

More information

http://cyclinfreedom.blogspot.com.au/2017/02/ride-dandenongs.html
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Other Places to Find Rides:
  • Moreland BUG fortnightly rides
  • Banyule Bug: www.banyulebug.org.au
  • Darebin Bug: www.darebinbug.org.au/rides.html
  • Moonee Valley BUG: Every Tuesday Night: Join the Tuesday night regulars for the “Cappuccino run” from 6.15pm. Meet at the Afton St Footbridge. More details by calling Laura, AH 9337 9839
  • Moonee Valley BUG: Friday Bike Rides: The Cross Keys Cruisers meet at calendar.google.com/calendar/embedCross Keys Hotel car park in Essendon at 9am every Friday; the destination is decided on Friday mornings. The majority of riders are 50+ years old and male but anyone can join in.
    For further details please contact Martin 9370 1523 or Rodney 9374 2029
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