** 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.
CTA events have to conform to the latest WA Government rules – see COVID-19 coronavirus. If you are unwell, please do not attend.
Moderate 20-25km/h
***RIDE CANCELLED*** Due to Unfavourable Weather Forecast and Outbreak of Lurgy
Cottesloe Train Station Cottesloe Train Station, Cottesloe, Western Australia, Australia***RIDE CANCELLED*** Both ride leaders are unwell and the weather forecast is dismal. Fresh from successfully completing the gruelling Nannup Se7en mountain bike race, Vanessa needs to rest her legs - and what better way to do that than leading a CTA ride along the coast? There are no hills on this ride, so [...] → Continue Reading ***RIDE CANCELLED*** Due to Unfavourable Weather Forecast and Outbreak of Lurgy
Orange Box at Speed, Led by Sue
Narrows Bridge south side Narrows Bridge, Kwinana Fwy, South Perth, Western Australia, AustraliaTry to keep up with Speedy Sue on this race around the river. Forecast pace is for moderate rising to brisk when tailwind or downhill. Or ignore the high-stress waste of effort and take your time to follow the gpx route that she has kindly linked to. Sunrise at 07:03. Start Time: Meet at [...] → Continue Reading Orange Box at Speed, Led by Sue
Low Key Ride to Lo Quay, Led by Allwen
Narrows Bridge south side Narrows Bridge, Kwinana Fwy, South Perth, Western Australia, AustraliaThe Redoubtable Allwen has spent weeks developing an all-new route to Lo Quay! Come and discover the secret byways, heretofore known only to residents from south of the river. Oops, wrong description - it's the reassuringly familiar Allwen Route again, although there is the chance of a surprise if her Garmin has its way. Sunrise [...] → Continue Reading Low Key Ride to Lo Quay, Led by Allwen
To Cranked! Led by President Ken
Raffles Hotel 70-72 Canning Beach Rd, Applecross, AustraliaJoin President Ken, fresh from the CTA 50th Anniversary Tour, on his inaugural ride as leader. Ride in his glorious wake and be regaled by stories from the tour, while he still remembers them. Sunrise at 06:56 Start Time: Meet at 07:45 for 08:00 depart. Start Location: Raffles Hotel, west end of Canning Bridge. [...] → Continue Reading To Cranked! Led by President Ken
Mount up! It’s Time for Dinner in Parkerville with Cliff (and he’s OK)
Midland Station Midland Stn, Midland, WA, AustraliaLights are compulsory, but a red uniform is optional on this ride into darkness with Cliff. The hot chips at the Parkerville Tavern will more than compensate for the drain on your headlight battery. There are plenty of other food options if the chips are not enough. Due to the high cost of brake [...] → Continue Reading Mount up! It’s Time for Dinner in Parkerville with Cliff (and he’s OK)
Judy’s Backroads of Hope
Bull Creek Station BullcreekNot much to work with on this one, so we'll go with the CTA traditional bare facts description. Follow Judy to discover Hope in the back roads of Bibra Lake. Sunrise at 06:53 Start Time: Meet at 07:45 for 08:00 depart. Start Location: Bull Creek Station, ask for Judy. Description: Backroads to Coogee and [...] → Continue Reading Judy’s Backroads of Hope
The Hill, Led by Ex-president Stuart
Burswood -31.964320 115.890799Ex-president and Failed Dictator Stuart sees the light and takes on the Darling Scarp in the hope that the pain in his legs will finally free him from the pain of losing office. Salve your own pains on this quest to find the legendary Muffin of Kalamunda. Sunrise at 06:51 Start Time: Meet at [...] → Continue Reading The Hill, Led by Ex-president Stuart
Scott of the Antarctic, Just Going Out to Whiteman Park
Ashfield Station Ashfield Station, Bassendean, Western Australia, AustraliaSupport Scott on his second début as ride leader (he needs a second chance, after his first début Fast & Furious killer event) as he heads out into the unknowable vastness of Whiteman Park. Don't miss the opportunity to find out about his Antarctic experiences (no, seriously), how to avoid an overdose of Vitamin [...] → Continue Reading Scott of the Antarctic, Just Going Out to Whiteman Park
Beaches! Swamps! North with Mike
Britannia Reserve Britannia Road Reserve, Leederville, WA, AustraliaAnother new face in the pantheon of ride leaders, many thanks to Mike Ryan for stepping up to the challenge. A new route, and what's better - a new (to the CTA) café! What varieties of muffin wait to be tasted? What reaction will a horde of hungry smelly cyclists provoke? Will there be [...] → Continue Reading Beaches! Swamps! North with Mike
Arthur’s Doghouse Run
Raffles Hotel 70-72 Canning Beach Rd, Applecross, AustraliaThe Magnificent Arthur has graciously offered to lead this amazingly flat ride. Sunrise is at 06:39 so it will probably already be light by the time you have to wake up. Start Time: Meet at 08:00 for 08:15 depart. Start Location: Canning Bridge, adjacent to the Raffles Hotel. Description: Cross the Canning Bridge to join [...] → Continue Reading Arthur’s Doghouse Run
Culture in Joondalup?! Let Jeremy & Silvia Guide You
Maylands Station MaylandsJust when we thought we were safe, the Kiwis strike back with this cultural extravaganza. Follow Jeremy & Silvia as they lead us through the labyrinth prepared by Main Roads in their determination to thwart cyclists. Make sure to drop bread crumbs along the way, if you ever want to see your home again. [...] → Continue Reading Culture in Joondalup?! Let Jeremy & Silvia Guide You
East & South with Christine
Narrows Bridge south side Narrows Bridge, Kwinana Fwy, South Perth, Western Australia, AustraliaToday Christine has kindly offered to leave her night vision goggles behind and lead a ride in the sunshine. Sunrise is at 06:34. No comment. Start Time: Meet at 08:00 for an 08:15 start. Start Location: Narrows Bridge, south side near the toilet block. Description: This is a fairly flat ride along the South Perth [...] → Continue Reading East & South with Christine
Follow Blue Bruce from the Raffles to Timber Café
Raffles Hotel 70-72 Canning Beach Rd, Applecross, AustraliaToday Blue Bruce scores another point for the locals and it looks like the Kiwis are finally in the descendancy. But this is no reason to become complacent, so put your name down soon to lead a future ride. There are 250 million years of slots to fill - you must have at least [...] → Continue Reading Follow Blue Bruce from the Raffles to Timber Café
Northern Suburbs Ride with Sarah
Britannia Reserve Britannia Road Reserve, Leederville, WA, AustraliaToday you get to follow Sarah through the leafy northern suburbs. It's her off day, so don't try it on with any of that 'broken ribs' nonsense. Sunrise is at 06:27. Think Ahead: Don't let yourself get caught out again. Come prepared with a ride you plan to lead and an assortment of alternative dates. [...] → Continue Reading Northern Suburbs Ride with Sarah
Fast n Furious Swan Valley, Led by Scott
Guildford Station Guildford Stn, Guildford, Western Australia, AustraliaLeave your comfort zone in the dust and try something new on this Saturday ride with Scott. He has made a legally-binding undertaking that 'fast' in this context equates to the official CTA 'Moderate' pace, while Silvia has undertaken to shoulder the responsibility of being furious. Start Time: Meet at 08:00 for 08:15 depart. [...] → Continue Reading Fast n Furious Swan Valley, Led by Scott
Allwen Rides Again, to Lo Quay
Narrows Bridge south side Narrows Bridge, Kwinana Fwy, South Perth, Western Australia, AustraliaAllwen leads another ride today, just to keep the Kiwis in check, but she needs your help if we are to successfully fend them off. Sign up to lead your own ride - there are plenty of slots because the earth is predicted to endure within the habitable zone for another 250 million years. [...] → Continue Reading Allwen Rides Again, to Lo Quay
Follow Greg To Deepwater Point the Long Way Round
Narrows Bridge south side Narrows Bridge, Kwinana Fwy, South Perth, Western Australia, AustraliaThere is a rumour circulating that a secret cabal of mountain-bred Kiwis has infiltrated the club with the purpose of leading every ride. Why? Two reasons: they get to lead hilly rides and they get to enjoy all the benefits of the Ride Leader Reward meal. To stop this dastardly plan we need a more [...] → Continue Reading Follow Greg To Deepwater Point the Long Way Round
100K Achievement Ride .
Armadale Station Armadale Stn, Armadale, Western Australia, Australia8.00 am for an 8.15 am start. Meet at Armadale Train Station for registration and map/ride description. A pretty but demanding ride taking in Mundijong, Serpentine Dam (the cafe is our usual coffee stop), keep going uphill to Jarrahdale, and then back to Armadale. The middle section is hilly. Time limit is 6hrs 40mins. This [...] → Continue Reading 100K Achievement Ride .
Jeremy’s Legs & Lungs Tester
Midland Station Midland Stn, Midland, WA, AustraliaUnder New Management Ride Leaders Still Needed, otherwise the club will die and you will be left alone without a friend in the world. Earn the respect, affection and undying loyalty of your peers in the CTA. It’s easy – all you have to do is lead a ride and they will follow you to [...] → Continue Reading Jeremy’s Legs & Lungs Tester
Allwen’s Alternative on the Flat
Narrows Bridge south side Narrows Bridge, Kwinana Fwy, South Perth, Western Australia, AustraliaNOTE: The Principal Ride today is Jeremy's Legs & Lungs tester. This is an alternative ride for those who have neither legs nor lungs to test. If you can stay on the Swan Coastal Plane while all about you are climbing hills, If you can trust your legs and lungs when others doubt and need [...] → Continue Reading Allwen’s Alternative on the Flat
