** 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.
Terrain
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
Swanning the Swan with Liz
Midland Station Midland Stn, Midland, WA, AustraliaAnother signature ride from Liz - is there no end to her imagination, originality and versatility? Join the ride and find out for yourself. Sunrise at 07:09 Start Time: Meet at 08:30 for an 08:45 start. Start Location: Midland Station Description: A moderate ride through the Swan Valley with coffee at the coffee hut. [...] → Continue Reading Swanning the Swan with Liz
Ride to Success, Led by Arthur
Raffles Hotel 70-72 Canning Beach Rd, Applecross, AustraliaThe Magnificent Arthur returns to lead this Ride to Success! Time to put all your years of failure behind you and seize this opportunity to turn your life around, so get on your bike and get it done. Unless it's raining, of course. Sunrise at 07:16 Start Time: Meet at 08:00 for an 08:15 [...] → Continue Reading Ride to Success, Led by Arthur
Tour of the Lakes
Burswood -31.964320 115.890799Meet at Burswood Gazebo at 8.15am This ride takes us past five lakes in the western suburbs. We will stop for coffee at Bada Bing and will return via Herdsman
Donkey Orchid Run
KalamundaMeet at 8 am for 8.15 departure. Come along to test the Donkey Orchid trail since the rains. Nice easy pace through the bush and beyond. Stopping at Bean 2 Brook for coffee and cake. No dust this trip, maybe a few puddles. After coffee back to Kalamunda. Ride leader: Scott 0427332271
Municipal Infrastructure Circuit, Led by Noel
Burswood -31.964320 115.890799Noel is back! And keen to return to the front of the group to lead his traditional inspection of various municipal infrastructure projects. We have all been sadly deprived for far too long of the unique charms of his patented 'Doing a Noel' technique. Sunrise at 07:14 Start Time: Meet at 08:15 for an [...] → Continue Reading Municipal Infrastructure Circuit, Led by Noel
Lunchtime Ride to Wembley, Led by Rita
Britannia Reserve Britannia Road Reserve, Leederville, WA, AustraliaThe FA Cup is over for another year and Wembley has had time to quiet down, so why not jump onto your bike and follow Rita for a quiet lunch. Sunrise at 07:11. Start Time: Meet at 11:00 for 11:15 depart. Start Location: Britannia Reserve in Leederville. There is loads of parking space or [...] → Continue Reading Lunchtime Ride to Wembley, Led by Rita
West Coast & Lakes, Led by Ian
Britannia Reserve Britannia Road Reserve, Leederville, WA, Australia'Coast & Lakes' has the ring of a nice flat ride for those who would shun the challenges and rewards of the mountains. But beware! Ride leader Ian has managed to sneak a quick ascent of Reabold Hill into the route, hoping you wouldn't notice. Although he may permit you to bypass on the [...] → Continue Reading West Coast & Lakes, Led by Ian
***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
Lazy Leisurely Leaders – Ride No. 1 with Kleber & Michael
Greenwood Station -31.818704 115.783953Returning to the CTA's roots as a touring association, Kleber & Michael head off at a leisurely pace. Kleber has had a remote control fitted to Michael's throttle, just in case he starts to open up too much of a lead. Sunrise at 07:05, so you'll be waking up in the dark. Start Time: [...] → Continue Reading Lazy Leisurely Leaders – Ride No. 1 with Kleber & Michael
Donkey Orchid Trail with Liz
KalamundaGet your donkey brushed down and saddled up, or alternatively (but less interestingly) blow the cobwebs off your mountain bike and follow Liz (seemingly a woman of even fewer words than the famously laconic Brian, if her route description is anything to go by) along the trail. Sunrise at 07:04. Start Time: Meet at [...] → Continue Reading Donkey Orchid Trail with Liz
Lunchtime Ride to Guildford, Led by Yew Li
Banks Reserve 60 Joel Tce, Mt Lawley, WA, AustraliaJoin Malaysian Food Lover Yew Li on the 2024 inaugural Thursday Lunchtime Ride. Initially conceived two years ago (by Yew Li, of course), the Lunchtime Ride series is less about the ride and more about the food. If you have the Entertainment Book, be prepared to use it. There may also be a Seniors [...] → Continue Reading Lunchtime Ride to Guildford, Led by Yew Li
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
From Greenwood to Joondalup with Brian
Greenwood Station -31.818704 115.783953UPDATE: Michael will be bringing Brian on his tandem and they are a bit rusty. They have a few trust issues to work out, so the pace has been adjusted accordingly. Following feedback that the ride descriptions are too verbose, a special effort has been made to encourage Brian into leading a ride. A [...] → Continue Reading From Greenwood to Joondalup with Brian
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
