** 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.
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Get Lost! in Whiteman Park, with Atir
Maylands Station Maylands Train Station, Maylands, Western Australia, AustraliaTime once again to enter the Twilight Zone of a Bermuda Triangle that is Whiteman Park. Who knows what might happen - we may all emerge ten years younger, or we may not emerge at all. But not to worry - the mysterious but ever-youthful Atir has promised a full refund to anybody who [...] → Continue Reading Get Lost! in Whiteman Park, with Atir
May the Fourth be With You! With Zil
Midland Train Station Midland Train Station, Midland, Western Australia, AustraliaYour knees should have recovered by now from Jeremy's jolly up to Mundaring Weir, so it's time to get your hill-climbing groove back on and follow Zippy Zil through John Forrest. May the Fourth be with you ! (you'll probably need it). I only wish I could join you, but alas! - my skills [...] → Continue Reading May the Fourth be With You! With Zil
Swanning the Swan, with Zil
Midland Train Station Midland Train Station, Midland, Western Australia, AustraliaAn established traditional ride, beloved by all in the CTA - just like the established traditional and Inimitable Zil (Cycle Tourist of the Year 2024, for those who may have forgotten), who will be back at her natural pole position. Sunrise at 06:52 Start Time: Meet at 08:30 for an 08:45 start. She has her [...] → Continue Reading Swanning the Swan, with Zil
Leighton Beach, with Speedy Sue
Narrows Bridge south side Narrows Bridge, Kwinana Fwy, South Perth, Western Australia, AustraliaSpeedy Sue is once more heading into the southern wilderness in another attempt to locate the mysterious legendary Orange Box. One careful lady owner, contact Pandora for details. Sunrise at 06:57 Start Time: Meet at 08:30 for an 08:45 start. Start Location: Narrows Bridge, southern end. You should already know by now. Description: A [...] → Continue Reading Leighton Beach, with Speedy Sue
Burns Beach, with Brian & Michael
Greenwood Station -31.818704 115.783953The famously laconic Brian & his sidekick Michael are back to lead another ride. And to produce another minimalist ride description. They intend to carry on leading rides only until they have managed to distill the description down to a single word. They still have a little way to go. Sunrise at 07:00 Start [...] → Continue Reading Burns Beach, with Brian & Michael
The BUT Mystery Ride, with Noel
Charles Patterson Park, Burswood Park Charles Patterson Park, Burswood Park, Perth, AustraliaNoel, the Master of Mystery, sets out again with his loyal following (you) to who knows where? Derive untold pleasure from keeping track of all the BUTs along the way. Bridges, Underpasses & Toilets. Sunrise at 07:02 Start Time: Meet at 08:30 for an 08:45 start. Start Location: Burswood pavilion. Beware the Over 55's! [...] → Continue Reading The BUT Mystery Ride, with Noel
In Search of the Purple Lighthouse, with Anke
Cottesloe Train Station Cottesloe Train Station, Cottesloe, Western Australia, AustraliaHas it really been eighteen months since the last all-inclusive Lighthouse Ride? Doesn't sound right, but never mind - the ride of your fading memory that you have long been yearning for is back. Led by The Amazing Anke. Sunrise at 07:06 Start Time: Meet at 08:00 for an 08:15 start. Start Location: Cottesloe [...] → Continue Reading In Search of the Purple Lighthouse, with Anke
Connie’s Mystery Tour
Guildford Station Guildford Stn, Guildford, Western Australia, AustraliaNot to be outdone by Noel, the Master of Mystery, Connie plans to lead a mystery tour of her own. The only problem is that she's given away the route in the description below. Maybe it's a different kind of mystery. Sunrise at 07:09 Start Time: Meet at 08:15 for an 08:30 Start. Start [...] → Continue Reading Connie’s Mystery Tour
To Infinity – and Beyond! Time to get Lost in Whiteman Park, with Scott ***POSTPONED Due to Possible Weather***
Guildford Station Guildford Stn, Guildford, Western Australia, AustraliaNot only does Scott of the Antarctic always endeavour to supply poetic ride descriptions, but the rides themselves are pure poetry led by a man whose riding style can only be described as poetry in motion. Don't miss out on this transcendental experience. Sunrise at 07:10 Start Time: ***POSTPONED*** Start Location: ***POSTPONED*** Description: Come [...] → Continue Reading To Infinity – and Beyond! Time to get Lost in Whiteman Park, with Scott ***POSTPONED Due to Possible Weather***
Western Suburbs Wander, with Peter and Tessa
Narrows Bridge south side Narrows Bridge, Kwinana Fwy, South Perth, Western Australia, AustraliaNot much information on this ride of mystery led by Peter and Tessa – the names of the leaders and the start time. And the start location. Three knowns. And sunrise. Four knowns. But that’s it. Sunrise at 07:12 Start Time: Meet at 08:15 for a 08:30 start. Start Location: Toilet block vicinity, southern [...] → Continue Reading Western Suburbs Wander, with Peter and Tessa
Udeni’s Loop, with Udeni
Canning Bridge (west) (Raffles Hotel), Applecross, WAIt's exactly six months since Udeni last led his famous South of River Loop, so it's time to rotate him back to the front of the pack as he heads off to spot all the changes in this longitudinal survey that is now in its 33rd year. Possibly. Sunrise at 07:13 Start Time: Meet [...] → Continue Reading Udeni’s Loop, with Udeni
Higher than High Wycombe, with Taka
High Wycombe Station High Wycombe Transit Station, High Wycombe, Western Australia, AustraliaIf it is far too long since you last had the opportunity to ride up Crystal Brook Road, don't miss this fantastic opportunity to eat Taka's dust. Last time I went up there, I swallowed a fly. I don't know why. Perhaps I'll die. Sunrise at 07:15 Start Time: Meet at 08:00 for an [...] → Continue Reading Higher than High Wycombe, with Taka
The Long-awaited Return to Lo Quay, with Sally & Big David
Narrows Bridge south side Narrows Bridge, Kwinana Fwy, South Perth, Western Australia, AustraliaOnly three days to the winter solstice! I hope you have all your virgin-sacrificing supplies in by now, otherwise you're going to be sorry. Sunrise at 07:16 Start Time: Meet at 08:30 for an 08:45 start. Start Location: Narrows Bridge, southern end, within sight & smell of the toilet block. Description: We have heard [...] → Continue Reading The Long-awaited Return to Lo Quay, with Sally & Big David
Britannia – Perry Lakes – Scarborough with Ian.
Britannia Reserve Britannia Road Reserve, Leederville, WA, AustraliaIf you are still around to go on this ride, then it means that we have successfully passed the shortest, darkest day of the year. Well done! And if you're not still around, try sacrificing more virgins next time. Or a bigger one might work better. Sunrise at 07:17 Start Time: Meet at 08:30 [...] → Continue Reading Britannia – Perry Lakes – Scarborough with Ian.
Carine Ride, with Mike
Britannia Reserve Britannia Road Reserve, Leederville, WA, AustraliaLATE NOTICE I have just been informed that Mike is unwell and unable to lead this ride tomorrow. If anybody wishes to step in and lead a ride of their own, please do. However, if the Weather Bureau's forecast is accurate (and we all know how good that is), the weather is going to [...] → Continue Reading Carine Ride, with Mike
The Return to Lo Quay, with The Return of Allwen
Narrows Bridge south side Narrows Bridge, Kwinana Fwy, South Perth, Western Australia, AustraliaAllwen's back and her legs are stronger than ever, having just broken the World Record time for getting herself from Land's End to John o'Groat's. You'll have trouble keeping up with her, so just follow the rut and you'll eventually find yourself at the right place. Sunrise at 07:17 Start Time: Meet at 08:15 [...] → Continue Reading The Return to Lo Quay, with The Return of Allwen
Reserve the Ride, with Cliff
Bellevue RSL 2 Purton Place, Belleview, Western Australia, AustraliaReserve the Ride to Ride the Reserve. It makes no sense, but has a nice feeling of balance. Just like today's vintage leader Cliff. Sunrise at 07:16 Start Time: Meet at 08:30 for an 08:45 start. Start Location: Bellevue RSL carpark. Please note the Midland Train line is down for this weekend. Description: A [...] → Continue Reading Reserve the Ride, with Cliff
Carine Ride Resurrected, with Mike
Britannia Reserve Britannia Road Reserve, Leederville, WA, AustraliaFollowing his untimely unwellness, Mike (not to be confused with Michael who is somebody else entirely) has risen again - and so has his ride! Come along and witness the miracle. If only more CTA members were like him, the ride calendar wouldn't be so empty. Sunrise at 07:15 Start Time: Meet at 08:15 [...] → Continue Reading Carine Ride Resurrected, with Mike
*CANCELLED* The Usual, with Sue
Narrows Bridge south side Narrows Bridge, Kwinana Fwy, South Perth, Western Australia, AustraliaAnother fantastic opportunity to eat the dust of Speedy Sue. Not only that, but the southern contingent will be released early so that the normal people can speak more freely. Sunrise at 07:11 Start Time: Meet at 08:30 for an 08:45 start. Keep up to date on the CTA WhatsApp site, 22 mm of [...] → Continue Reading *CANCELLED* The Usual, with Sue
Last Saturday No-suffer-fest, with Nick
Bayswater Station BayswaterIf you’re looking for pain and more pain with nothing to gain, then official club sadist Nick has the ride for you. Just don’t come crying to me afterwards. P.S. - I take no responsibility for whatever nonsense Nick decided to write below. Sunrise at 07:10 Start Time: Meet at 08:15 for an 08:30 start. [...] → Continue Reading Last Saturday No-suffer-fest, with Nick
