** 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.
Gravel bike
Try the Trails in Dwelllingup, NOT Overnight, with Sarah
Dwellingup Visitor Centre Marrinup St, Dwellingup, AustraliaAfter a respectable break, the Respectable Sarah has recovered sufficiently to once again lead a select group on her favourite MTB rides. This is strictly a no-injury ride day because the doctor is having a day off. Sunrise at 06:55 Start Time: Meet at 09:00 for a 09:15 start. Start Location: Dwellingup Visitor Centre. [...] → Continue Reading Try the Trails in Dwelllingup, NOT Overnight, with Sarah
Rail Trail, with Rita
Bellevue RSL 2 Purton Place, Belleview, Western Australia, AustraliaIt's Easter, so what better way to celebrate than to stay at home stuffing your face with chocolate? Alternatively you could torture yourself by rolling out of bed and rocking up to Belleview RSL at some ungodly hour to follow Rita the Rocket up and down the Rail Trail as far as Mundaring. It's [...] → Continue Reading Rail Trail, with Rita
Full Moon Ride to Mount Helena, with Sarah
Bellevue RSL 2 Purton Place, Belleview, Western Australia, AustraliaThe February Full Moon Ride was so massively oversubscribed that Sarah has been compelled to lead a repeat event in March so that all those who missed out can experience this once in a lifetime twice in a month event. It will be dark – very dark – so fully functioning front and rear [...] → Continue Reading Full Moon Ride to Mount Helena, with Sarah
Full Moon Ride to Mt Helena, with Sarah
Bellevue RSL 2 Purton Place, Belleview, Western Australia, AustraliaSarah's favourite ride is back, and it's a full moon so don't let yourself get cut off from the pack. It will be dark - very dark - so fully functioning front and rear lights are essential. Good eyesight is also a bonus, but failing that try and brush up on your echolocation skills. [...] → Continue Reading Full Moon Ride to Mt Helena, with Sarah
Spooky Night Ride with Liz on the Heritage Trail
Bellevue RSL 2 Purton Place, Belleview, Western Australia, AustraliaWhat do you do when you want to go on a night ride but your irrational yet insurmountable fear of malignant darkness leaves you paralysed and weak at the knees? You could follow the fine example being set by Liz and organise a CTA ride to ensure that you won't be all alone out [...] → Continue Reading Spooky Night Ride with Liz on the Heritage Trail
MTB lunch ride
Bellevue RSL 2 Purton Place, Belleview, Western Australia, AustraliaMeet at Bellevue RSL parking lot at 10.30 for a 10.45 departure. For those taking the train, this is a 15 minute ride from Midland Station. We will ride up the Railway Reserve Heritage Trail north side to the Mt Helena Tavern, take a right turn to Mundaring, where lunch will be at Mojo's. It's [...] → Continue Reading MTB lunch ride
Scott of the Antarctic Goes Camel Hunting
Follow Scott of the Antarctic as he leaves his comfort zone and heads off road into the hills in search of camels. He is planning his next adventure to lead a camel train to the south pole! What a Hero! Sunrise at 06:27 Start Time: Meet at 08:30 for 08:45 depart. Start Location: Kalamunda [...] → Continue Reading Scott of the Antarctic Goes Camel Hunting
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
***Date change***Nglang Boodja Overnighter
This is a challenging section of the Munda Biddi, with switchbacks and rocky sections but the wildflowers will be out and the gorgeous scenery will make it all worthwhile. Note that this ride starts on Friday. Contact me for details if you are interested sarcutts@iinet.net.au
River Ride East
Meet at the Burswood Gazebo to follow the river paths to the Swan Valley, and stop in Guilford for coffee on return
River Ride East ***cancelled***
Meet at the Burswood Gazebo to follow the river paths to the Swan Valley, and stop in Guilford for coffee on return
River Ride through Shelley
Mill Point Reserve Mill Point Reserve, South Perth, Western Australia, AustraliaWe will meet at the Narrows Bridge by the toilets. Travelling south along freeway bike path we will ride through Shelley, Riverton, Cannington and Wilson on quiet roads to our coffee stop at Lo Quay. Our return home will take us along the river to Manning, Como and South Perth.
Yaberoo Budjera Heritage Trail – CANCELLED
Currambine Train StationMeet on the east side of Currambine Train Station for an off road adventure, starting from Neil Hawkins park to Yanchep and back. We cover tuart and banksia woodland, coastal heath and former wetlands. Bring all your food and snacks. Will cancel if wet .yabaroo-budjara-heritage-trail
Ride to Remember – Heritage Trail
Bellevue RSL 2 Purton Place, Belleview, Western Australia, AustraliaMeet at the RSL Club Bellevue (2 Purton Place, Bellevue) Mountain bikes/gravel/touring bikes needed- not suitable for road bikes Meet at 8.45, going up the South side and down the North. Coffee/ refreshment in Mundaring Note that the Midland Train Line will be closed. Ride leader Cliff 0401 951 919
Overnight Waterous Loop MTB
Overnight Waterous Loop Mountain Bike Ride April 15-16 75 km Leisurely pace, difficulty moderate Start Lake Navarino Holiday Park Time Meeting Time TBA This is a beautiful trail around some of the best bits of the Munda Biddi. We will stay over night at the Bidjar Ngoulin campsite. This s an unsupported trip, so [...] → Continue Reading Overnight Waterous Loop MTB
Heritage Trail and Mundaring Weir
BellevueMeet at the RSL hall in Bellevue at 8.30. We are going anti clock wise and pop down to Mundaring Weir on the Munda Biddi before coffee in Mundaring. Mountain bike, gravel bike or touring bike with wide tyres are okay. Ride leader Liz 0423207258
Waterfalls and Wildflowers to Lake Leschenaultia
Heritage Trail Hub, Swan View Swan View Railway Heritage Trail Hub, Swan View, Western Australia, AustraliaFrom the carpark on the corner of Morrison and Peachy Roads we follow the Heritage Rail Trail (gravel) through the John Forrest NP where we’ll pass waterfalls and wildflowers. After passing Lake Leschenaultia we stop for coffee at The Bay Tree Café in Chidlow then it’s mostly a gentle descent back.
Retiree’s Run 2022
To participate in this event, riders must: be current financial members of the Cycle Touring Association of Western Australia (Inc) be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 carry proof of vaccination status comply fully with all prevailing WA Government health directives The 2022 CTA Retiree’s Run will be an unsupported tour over 6 riding days, exploring some [...] → Continue Reading Retiree’s Run 2022
Heritage Trail at Night NOTE: Covid 19 vaccination required to ride
Kalamunda WA, AustraliaNOTE: Covid 19 vaccination required to join CTAWA rides and events Meet 5.30 for 5.45 start at Midland Station. You will need a mountain bike , a gravel bike or a touring bike with wide tires, 32 mm plus recommended . We will ride up the northern side of the Railway Heritage Trail, through John [...] → Continue Reading Heritage Trail at Night NOTE: Covid 19 vaccination required to ride
