** 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.
Touring bike
Bridges, Underpasses + Dunnies of Perth
Charles Patterson Park, Burswood Park Charles Patterson Park, Burswood Park, Perth, AustraliaMeet at Charles Paterson Reserve By the toilets (of course). Come and explore the newly opened paths associated with the Tonkin Hwy upgrade. Keep account of the Bridges and Underpasses and make a mental note of any Dunnies for future use! Pass the sites of gorilla concrete work done on some of the on ramps to [...] → Continue Reading Bridges, Underpasses + Dunnies of Perth
Moonlight Madness Heritage Trail
Kalamunda WA, AustraliaMoonlight Madness Heritage Trail Time 5pm-1030 pm 45km pace leisurely Meet at Midland Station for the annual Moonlight ride up the Heritage Trail. It’s on gravel/dirt so you will need off road tires and good lights. Let me know if you are coming and so I can book dinner for those who are interested.
Round the River Options
Mill Point Reserve Mill Point Reserve, South Perth, Western Australia, AustraliaDepart South of the river by toilet block at Narrows Bridge. Ride on paths and road with some short hills on the north side of the river, over the bridge to Fremantle. You then have the choice of a flat or somewhat hilly ride to the Dome coffee shop at Deepwater Point
Mundaring Direct
Under New Management Ride Leaders Needed. 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 the ends of the earth, or even just as far as your favourite café if that is your [...] → Continue Reading Mundaring Direct
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
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
*** New Start Time *** To the Nearest of Faraway Places (and back!) with FastBananas¹
Murdoch Station, East End of Overpass South Street, Leeming, WA, AustraliaNotes: 1. The name has been changed to protect Jane's anonymity. Please respect this choice during the ride. Start Time: Meet at 08:30 for an 08:45 start. Sunrise today is 06:32. Start Location: Murdoch Station, east end of Station overpass. Description: Leaving Murdoch station we head east to join the Roe Hwy path then [...] → Continue Reading *** New Start Time *** To the Nearest of Faraway Places (and back!) with FastBananas¹
CTA 50th Anniversary Tour
East Perth Station East Pde, East PerthSince the inception of the Cycle Touring Association of WA in 1974, a tradition of conducting a long-distance cycling tour has been held marking each successive decade. In 2024 the Club celebrates a milestone, achieving 50 years of continuous operation in providing a wide variety of recreational and social rides to members, with a focus [...] → Continue Reading CTA 50th Anniversary Tour
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
Northern Beaches, Led by Randell
Butler Station Butler Station, Butler, WA, AustraliaThe Great Randell Himself has agreed to leave his lofty northern estate and lead this ride through the Northern Beaches. An experience not to be missed. He has nominated a leisurely pace, and he is a trustworthy sort of chap, so there should be plenty of time to enjoy the vistas. Sunrise at 06:46. [...] → Continue Reading Northern Beaches, Led by Randell
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
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
Mount up! It’s Time for Dinner in Parkerville with Cliff (and he’s OK)
Kalamunda 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)
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
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
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
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
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
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
***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
