** Important Notices **
Please check the events page on the day of the ride, as details may change at short notice.
Departure time is normally 15 minutes after the ride start time.
The bimonthly calendar of rides may be available here.
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Pace
OYB Prologue with Roy
Narrows Bridge south side Narrows Bridge, Kwinana Fwy, South Perth, Western Australia, AustraliaThose intending to go on the On Your Bike Sculptures to the Sea Tour 2024 (21-19 September) and anyone else are welcome to come along on the OYB 2024 Prologue Ride. This is a good chance to meet up with and get to know those going on the Sculptures to the Sea Tour as well [...] → Continue Reading OYB Prologue with Roy
Raffles to Zephyr Café, led by Randell
Raffles Hotel 70-72 Canning Beach Rd, Applecross, AustraliaRandell returns to his natural place at the front, leading this ride from the Raffles in Applecross, making this a poetic ride from A to Z. True to form, we don't know how far he intends to ride but at least he didn't think to start in Armadale. Sunrise at 06:53 Start Time: Meet [...] → Continue Reading Raffles to Zephyr Café, led by Randell
The 2 Dams Ride, Led by Liz
Gosnells Station Gosnells Stn, Gosnells, Western Australia, AustraliaWith energy to burn following her indulgent lunchtime ride on Thursday, Liz is back to lead her famous 2 Dams Ride. Not to be confused with the e-Dams ride, which would involve inferior Dutch cheese. Anybody thinking of joining Liz on a tandem should bring their own lifting crew. Sunrise at 07:03 Start Time: [...] → Continue Reading The 2 Dams Ride, Led by Liz
Lunchtime with Old Mates, Led by Liz
Midland Station Midland Stn, Midland, WA, AustraliaIt's Swiss National Day! So head up the mountain with Swiss Liz, and don't forget to bring your alpine horn. Despite the ride name, you don't have to be that old. You don't even have to have any mates. We'll take anybody. Sunrise at 07:05 Start Time: Meet at 10:00 for 10:15 depart. Start [...] → Continue Reading Lunchtime with Old Mates, Led by Liz
To Whiteman Park….and Beyond! Led by Scott
Guildford Station Guildford Stn, Guildford, Western Australia, AustraliaWe all know that Rita's sweet, but we hadn't realised that she would dissolve in the rain. After her abject failure to lead a ride to Whiteman Park, citing adverse meteorological conditions, the heroic Scott (of the Antarctic) has stepped up and taken over. Unless it's raining. One day there might actually be a [...] → Continue Reading To Whiteman Park….and Beyond! Led by Scott
Meander Along the Swan with Connie
Burswood -31.964320 115.890799Meander along the Swan with Connie. Says it all really - no need for any elaboration on this one. Sunrise at 07:08 Start Time: Meet at 08:15 for an 08:30 start. Start Location: Burswood Pavilion. Not the one with the Over 55s. Definitely not. Description: We follow the Swan river north to Midland where [...] → Continue Reading Meander Along the Swan with Connie
Jump Ups & Gumnuts, Led by Newish Nic
High Wycombe Station Dundas Rd, High Wycombe, WA, AustraliaJoin Newish Nic (we're not sure exactly how new) for this shortish (we're sure exactly how short. Oh OK about 45 km) but gratifying pedal to Bean to Brook tearooms. Sunrise at 07:11 Start Time: Meet at 08:30 for an 08:45 start. Start Location: High Wycombe Train Station. Somewhere. Description: Starts with a run [...] → Continue Reading Jump Ups & Gumnuts, Led by Newish Nic
Wafting Along, Led by Mary
Raffles Hotel 70-72 Canning Beach Rd, Applecross, AustraliaContrary to her namesakes reputation, Mary has agreeably volunteered to lead this leisurely ride for those who prefer to waft along like a gentle zephyr. Hardly any arm-twisting was required at all. Sunrise at 07:12 Start Time: Meet at 08:00 for an 08:15 start. Start Location: Raffles Hotel, western end of Canning Bridge. Description: [...] → Continue Reading Wafting Along, Led by Mary
Century Challenge Achievement Ride
Bakers Hill Pie Shop 4617 Great Eastern Highway, Bakers Hill, Western Australia, Australia100 miles (160km), 7.30 am for a 7.45 am start. Meet behind BAKER'S HILL Pie Shop, 4617 Great Eastern Highway, Baker's Hill. Parking - Behind Pie Shop We will be riding the 160km Take 2B course which takes us from Bakers Hill to York , Beverley and back to Bakers Hill. Please bring adequate food [...] → Continue Reading Century Challenge Achievement Ride
Lazy Leisurely Leaders – Ride No. 3 with Kleber & Michael
Britannia Reserve Britannia Road Reserve, Leederville, WA, AustraliaIs there no end to Kleber's & Michael's talent at developing leisurely rides for the lazy leader. Liberate yourself from the mad rush to go ever faster and discover the joy of the lazy lifestyle. Sunrise at 07:14 Start Time: Meet at 08:30 for 08:45 depart. Start Location: Britannia Reserve, Leederville. Near the toilet [...] → Continue Reading Lazy Leisurely Leaders – Ride No. 3 with Kleber & Michael
Forrestfield Loop
Claughton Reserve 84 Katanning Street, Bayswater, AustraliaNew meeting place at Claughton Reserve at 08.30am. We will head south along Tonkin Hwy to meander through Maida Vale over Holmes Rd to coffee at Gracies.
Killer Loop, Led by Nick (not Nic!)
Midland Station Midland Stn, Midland, WA, AustraliaNot to be outdone by his nemesis Scott, Nick has not just waited to see that fine weather is in the forecast before submitting his ride description - he has actually waited until mere moments before the ride starts. If your reactions are quick enough, you may actually make it to the start location [...] → Continue Reading Killer Loop, Led by Nick (not Nic!)
Noolbenger South and North trails, Led by Scott
cnr Morrison and Pechey RdsIncapable of making a ride decision until he is sure of fair weather, Scott of the Antarctic has suddenly decided to go off-road. Anybody who finds they have a hole in their diary is welcome to tag along. Guaranteed beautiful weather or your money cheerfully refunded by our friendly ride leader. Sunrise at 07:16 [...] → Continue Reading Noolbenger South and North trails, Led by Scott
cancelled due to bad weather forecast
Narrows Bridge south side Narrows Bridge, Kwinana Fwy, South Perth, Western Australia, AustraliaRide cancelled due to the ride leader being a fair weather rider
Maylands Station MaylandsSwanning it to The Bayside Kitchen, led by Randell
Britannia Reserve Britannia Road Reserve, Leederville, WA, AustraliaThe ever-reliable Randell has stepped in to take over from Greg, who was originally slated to lead this ride but has been forced to withdraw due to a broken foot. No longer a ride of mystery, it has morphed into a ride of (mostly) certainty - we just don't know how far he intends [...] → Continue Reading Swanning it to The Bayside Kitchen, led by Randell
Lo Quay Again? No – it’s Taka’s Ride to Point Walter
Raffles Hotel 70-72 Canning Beach Rd, Applecross, AustraliaJoin Taka on The Ride of the Rising Sun and discover that life continues if you manage to ride past Lo Quay without stopping. Unless you have an enlarged prostate, in which case a brief toilet stop may be viewed in a sympathetic light. Sunrise today is at 07:18. Start Time: Meet at 08:00 [...] → Continue Reading Lo Quay Again? No – it’s Taka’s Ride to Point Walter
Liz Leads – Let’s Do Some Hills
Midland Station Midland Stn, Midland, WA, AustraliaGet your climbing legs on and follow Liz to the alpine heights of Mundaring, with its steeply-pitched roofs, yodelling bogans and charmingly crafted cuckoo clocks. Maybe. The downhill run back to Midland makes it all worthwhile. Sunrise at 07:18 Start Time: Meet at 08:30 for an 08:45 start. Start Location: Midland Station Description: A [...] → Continue Reading Liz Leads – Let’s Do Some Hills
ZigZag the scenic hill (option 2)
Midland Station Midland Stn, Midland, WA, AustraliaMeet at Midland Station 8:30 – returning to Midland via Guildford. If you want ride with a few less hills join us on June 30 for a aprox 38km ride up the Zig Zag and then that scenic downhill ride back to Midland. Coffee at a new spot in Kalamunda. Ride leader Rita: 0423 056 [...] → Continue Reading ZigZag the scenic hill (option 2)
South of the River Loop
Raffles Hotel 70-72 Canning Beach Rd, Applecross, AustraliaUdeni picks up the lead again to head off on his traditional loop around the southern suburbs. What he doesn't advertise is that he is secretly monitoring the water level in Bibra Lake, and is contractually obliged to pass by at regular intervals. Just be thankful that he graciously condescends to take the CTA [...] → Continue Reading South of the River Loop
