Coronovirus (COVID-19) Pandemic
All CTAWA organised rides and group activities are suspended immediately due to risks of infection with the coronavirus. This includes Achievement Rides by brevet. This suspension will be in place until 30 June 2020 unless the government advises that ‘social distancing’ can be relaxed. Read Stuart’s full statement here
(The bimonthly calendar of rides is available here)
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April 2020
Hills of Perth Rejoice – Take 2 CANCELLED
~55km: Moderate 20-25km/h, Road bike - Hilly
This ride will explore more of Perth’s hilliest roads and streets in the northern and western suburbs with a caffeine refreshment stop en route. So bring your hill climbing legs along to enjoy this hilly adventure. Ride Leader: Ann Phone/SMS: 0439 913 906
Find out more »FREO – The Way to Go CANCELLED
~45km: Moderate 20-25km/h, Road bike - Some hills
Meet at the Narrows Bridge – South side near toilet blocks This ride will take us to Freo and back – yes may find a few inclines but you can’t always have your coffee and cake without earning it first. Ride leader: Rita Mobile 0423 056 595
Find out more »A Jolly Jaunt to Joondalup CANCELLED
~40km: Leisurely 15-20km/h, Road bike - Some hills
Meet at Greenwood Train Station. We follow the Freeway PSP through Kingsley and Woodvale then head West to the coast at Ocean Reef. After taking in the beautiful Indian Ocean for a few kilometres we then head East to our morning tea stop at the Dome in Joondalup. After our fill, we circumnavigate Lake Joondalup and Lake Goollelal on shared paths as we return to the start at Greenwood Train Station. Leader: Kleber 9354 7877
Find out more »Western Suburbs Loop CANCELLED
~45km: Moderate 20-25km/h, Road bike - Rolling
Meet at the Gazebo by Movies at Burswood. Riding a mix of shared paths and road, we with follow the beautiful Swan River on the North side Looping out through Mosman Park before heading back through Wembley. Coffee stop by democratic vote. Leader: Noel 0419 964 808
Find out more »100K Achievement Ride CANCELLED
~100km: Achievement, Moderate 20-25km/h, Road bike - Some hills
8.00am for an 8.30am sharp start. Meet at Armadale Train Station for registration and map/ride description. A pretty but demanding ride taking in Mundijong, Serpentine Dam (coffee stop), keep going uphill to Jarrahdale, and then back to Armadale. The middle section is hilly. Time limit is 6hrs 40mins. This works out to be a leisurely pace average. achievementrides@ctawa.asn.au
Find out more »Rolling to Roleystone CANCELLED
~49km: Moderate 20-25km/h, Road bike - Some hills
Winding our way along the Canning River before we climb one small hill. After the coffee we return via a different route. Ride leader: Liz 0423207258
Find out more »Ride in our beautiful Bush CANCELLED
~40km: Moderate 20-25km/h, Mountain bike - Hilly
Meet at Midland train station Mountain Bikes for this familiar trip “up” the south side of the Reserve Trail, stopping in Mundaring for coffee and then a short drop down to Mundaring Weir Hotel on the Munda Biddi before returning back via Mundaring back down the south side to return to the Midland Train station. Ride leader: Rita Mobile 0423 056 595
Find out more »Guildford River Ride CANCELLED
~44km: Moderate 20-25km/h, Road bike - Flat
Meet at Narrows South side at 7.45 am Traverse East side of river to Guildford and return via West side. Coffee at Tranby House. Ride Leader Brian
Find out more »May 2020
Kep-ing to Northam CANCELLED
~170km: Mountain bike - Hilly, Touring bike
we meet at Midland Train Station at 8.45 am for a 9am start. From there we make our way up the hill to Bakers Hill, where we have lunch at the pie shop. In the afternoon we pedal on to the Duke’s Inn in Northam for a well earned dinner and a bed for the night. You will have to book your own accommodation! On Sunday it’s the same way back to Midland. The distances are 85 kms on the…
Find out more »Kingsley Kaper CANCELLED
~55km: Moderate 20-25km/h
This ride will take us to the north and then east. Great bike paths and a beautiful lake along the way. This is a new route for me!
Find out more »Century Challenge Achievement Ride (160K) CANCELLED
~160km: Achievement, Moderate 20-25km/h, Road bike - Some hills
100 miles (160km) Brisk, 6:30am for an 7:00am sharp start. Meet behind BAKER'S HILL Pie Shop, 4617 Great Eastern Highway, Baker's Hill. Parking - Behind Pie Shop href="mailto:achievementrides@ctawa.asn.au">achievementrides@ctawa.asn.au Check out this map on MapMyRide: 160.57 km CTA new 160k AR (A) Distance: 160.57 km http://dynamic-assets.mapmyfitness.com/routes/view/223694941?host_canon=mapmyride.com
Find out more »July 2020
Kingsley Kaper (unconfirmed)
: Moderate 20-25km/hThis ride will take us to the north and then east. Great bike paths and a beautiful lake along the way. This is a new route for me!
Find out more »It’s A Bit Hilly (unconfirmed)
This ride takes us to the little hills below Kalamunda. Through Forrestfield and to Ridgehill Rd returning through Helena Valley. Coffee will be at Hazelmere Meet at Bayswater railway station
Find out more »August 2020
200K Achievement Ride
~200km: Achievement, Moderate 20-25km/h, Road bike - Hilly
200km Hard, 6:00am for a 6:30am sharp start.Start and finish at Deepwater Point, Mt Pleasant. Riders must register with achievement rides coordinator! New safer and more varied route, with much less distance on major roads, and options of catching the train if you need. Note the ride is unsupported. Riders must meet qualifying criteria (see The CTA Achievement Ride Series) or similar. Contact achievementrides@ctawa.asn.au with details by email. Time Limit 13 hours 20 mins (average 15km/hr). Lights are a must. Possible…
Find out more »September 2020
10000 in 8 Achievement Ride
~115km: Achievement, Leisurely 15-20km/h, Road bike - Hilly
8:00 am for 8:30 am sharp start 115 km, hard, road-bike, hilly Meet at the Kelmscott Railway Station for registration and map/ride description (you will need it). This is the clubs hilliest ride which requires you to climb and descend 10,000ft within 8 hours. You will climb a total of 2100 metres. Contact: John 0400 361 406 or achievementrides@ctawa.asn.au
Find out more »OYB Prologue
: Leisurely 15-20km/hTake this opportunity to ride with some of your fellow OYB tourers by joining the group at the Bayswater Train Station at 8.30am for a scenic ride to Whiteman Park for coffee / morning tea
Find out more »October 2020
2020 On Your Bike – Tiny Towns Tour
~550km: Main Events, On Your Bike, Road bike - Rolling, Tour, Touring bike
Tour Brochure, Entry Form Note: The tour Entry Form has fillable form fields. It can be filled in online, saved and then emailed to oyb@ctawa.asn.au (Contact Angus, webmaster@ctawa.asn.au, if you need any help). Bright skies and big horizons await this cycling adventure exploring open landscapes and the tiny country towns dotted throughout Western Australia’s north eastern Wheatbelt region. Broad acre dry land farming is the backbone of this region, producing around 40% of the State's grain harvest. Cycling along quieter, sealed…
Find out more »300K Achievement Ride – Brevet
~300km: Achievement, Brevet, Moderate 20-25km/h, Road bike - Hilly
300km Very Hard. This ride will be run as a Brevet. Please refer to newsletter (or Using brevets) for more details. This is the clubs most challenging ride, having to complete 300km in 20 hours (average 15km/h) and is required to complete the Super Achiever Series. Riders need to have front and rear lights in good working order. Participants Must Book at least one week prior to the ride to arrange details, and to prove their ability to ride long distances…
Find out more »November 2020
Retirees Spoke Tour Busselton
: TourThis year’s Retirees Tour will be held in the south west town of Busselton. Located at the RAC Busselton Holiday Park, 97 Caves Road, Busselton. Phone: (08) 9755 4241 The format of The Retirees Spoke Tour will allow us to settle in one location and enjoy the rides that are plentiful in the area. All levels of accommodation will be available, feel free to bring your caravans, tents, or just relax and enjoy the comfort of the park chalets. We would encourage you to bring…
Find out more »February 2021
2021 – New Zealand Mountain Bike Trails
~200km: Leisurely 15-20km/h, Mountain bike - Hilly
There are established trails at Queen Charlotte; Molesworth/Muster Trail; Rainbow Trail from Hanmer Springs; Golden Downs Trail; The Old Ghost Trail; Alps to Ocean (A2O); Central Otago Rail Trail & Clutha Rail Trail; Wanaka Trails + of course Queenstown MTB Trails. Most trails are Easy/ Intermediate with sections Advanced with parts of the Old Ghost Trail rated Expert. Limited numbers. Details to be confirmed - contact Noel tours@ctawa.asn.au for more information
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